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Council chooses Jefferson as mayor Unanimous choice comes after bid for Gillit falters

By Tom Munds tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia.com The winners of this month’s Englewood City Council elections — Laurett Barrentine, Amy Martinez, Rita Russell and incumbent Joe Jefferson — were sworn in Nov. 16. They joined continuing members Rick Gillit, Linda Olson and Steve Yates in electing Jefferson as the new mayor.

“I am honored the members of council selected me to fill the position as mayor for the next two years,” Jefferson said.

“My top priority is to foster collaboration.

I want to build bridges of cooperation so we can function as a team and get things done for the city.”

He said he will work to establish an action plan fairly quickly so the council will know the goals and work to achieve them.

“I feel I also will serve as mayor with energy and enthusiasm,” Jefferson said. “Part of the job as mayor extends beyond the city borders, with Englewood’s work with other communities and in regional matters, where I plan to be a strong representative and advocate for our city.”

The election of the mayor was held after the incoming councilmembers took the oath of office administered by Municipal Judge Vincent Atencio.

Olson, the mayor pro tem, conducted the process. Gillit was nominated and the vote was three votes for him and four opposed. Gillit voted for himself and was supported by Olson and Martinez.

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At the Nov. 16 meeting, members of the Englewood City Council elected District 1 Councilmember Joe Jefferson as mayor. Jefferson, who was re-elected Nov. 3, will serve four years on council and will be the mayor for at least the next two years. Photo by Tom Munds

City attorney leaves sooner than planned Council votes 5-2 to make action effective immediately

By Tom Munds tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia.com

The Englewood City Council voted 5-2 Nov. 16 to accept the resignation of City Attorney Dan Brotzman, and also voted to make it effective immediately instead of the intended date of Jan. 8.

Those voting in favor of the motion were Mayor Joe Jefferson, Mayor Pro Tem Rick Gillit and Councilmembers Laurett Barrentine, Rita Russell and Steve Yates.

Councilmembers Amy Martinez and Linda Olson voted against it.

The council has appointed prosecuting attorney Dugan Comer as acting city attorney while Englewood searches for a Attorney continues on Page 5

Devil’s Head Distillery owner Ryan White checks the proof of some vodka. The vodka must be 190 proof when the distilling is completed and White then uses water to reduce the spirit to 80 proof before bottling it. Photo by Tom Munds

Distillery serves as owner’s dream Devil’s Head in Englewood produces a trio of spirits on site

By Tom Munds tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia.com More than a year of hard work dealing with regulations and getting his Englewood facility in operation helped Ryan White realize his long-held dream to own and operate his own business, Devil’s Head Distillery.

“I had a 20-year career as a territorial manager for a carpet manufacturer. It was a pretty good job, but really didn’t challenge me like I wanted to be challenged,” the Littleton man said. “For most of those years, I wanted to open a distillery. Opening a distillery is a huge undertaking, so I kept putting it off until about a year ago.

Then I left my job when I decided to make my dream come true.”

He said he needed to come up with a name for the distillery and, because of his enjoyment hiking and climbing Devil’s

Head summit, which is part of the Rampart Range in Douglas County, he decided he would use that name for his business and his spirits.

The building at 3296 S. Acoma St. houses his operation, and the distillery produces gin, vodka and aquavit. Aquavit originated in Scandinavia and is a gin-like spirit that uses caraway seeds as the main flavoring herb.

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Englewood City Council voted at the Nov. 16 meeting to make the resignation of city attorney Dan Brotzman effective immediately. File photo

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Eric Stahlman follows his twin in death

Outgoing councilmember’s son dies three weeks after becoming engaged

By Jennifer Smith jsmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com This story started out as a quirky little one about Bruce Stahlman’s last evening as a member of Littleton City Council on Nov. 17.

But about 30 hours later, it took a very sad turn. At about 1:40 a.m. on Nov. 19, Stahlman’s son, Eric, took his last breath, just three weeks after becoming engaged to his high school sweetheart, Shanna Gunnink, on Oct. 29.

“Our hearts are broken and we rejoice that he is no longer in pain,” wrote Kelly Stahlman, Bruce’s wife and Eric’s mother, on her Facebook page. “We are going to miss Our Man. But Mark and Eric are now together again — and that feels good. It’s truly the end of an era at the Stahlman Family Zoo — where chaos reigns!”

Mark and Eric Stahlman were twins, and both died from complications of complex cerebral palsy. Mark died on June 24, 2014.

“Mark’s body had given him every single day that it could,” said Kelly at the time. “And his body gave him a great life, especially given his extensive physical disabilities. ... Eric’s body is very different than Mark’s. Eric is in the business of living.”

The family won an advocacy award shortly after Mark’s passing.

“I’m proud of being there for the people who don’t have what I have, and helping to get them through tough periods, the tough stretches, and helping them really believe that there’s more out there for them,” said Eric at the time. “The type of care that I have, and the type of trust that I’ve built with the people who work with me on an everyday basis, I want them to have that too.”

Bruce Stahlman announced in May that he would not seek re-election in order to spend more time with his family. Eric had been in and out of the hospital even then.

“My priority at this time clearly has to be my family, so this was an easy decision to make,” he said at the time.

The community was set to gather at Littleton United Methodist Church at 2 p.m. on Nov. 23. The family encouraged attendees to wear Rockies gear — Eric’s great love and aspiration was to be an announcer for the baseball team’s games.

“Eric lived well, loved well, gave all he had to all he knew and had a wonderful life,” said Kelly Stahlman. “It doesn’t get any better than that. But my heart is still broken, and filled with joy, peace and grace, all at the same time. I’m the luckiest Mom ever.”

From left, Tsvetelina and Jay (Eric’s older brother and his wife), Eric, Bruce and Kelly Stahlman gather at a Colorado Rockies game, their favorite family getaway. Courtesy photo

Stahlman finishes time on Littleton council Collegues, fire chief express appreciation for service

By Jennifer Smith jsmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com On Nov. 17, Bruce Stahlman said “Auf Wiedersehen” to his fellow councilmembers, noting it’s German for “Until we meet again,” not “goodbye.”

“My affection for you guys is unbounded,” he told his colleagues. “We’re all so different sitting on the dais, and yet we’re so much the same as far as our reasons for being up there.”

Stahlman, chief financial officer of ARC Thrift Stores, was appointed to finish a term on council in 2007. He was first elected in 2009, and again in 2013.

During his last meeting, his colleagues donned

Groucho glasses in honor of Stahlman’s Groucho-esque mustache.

“I’ve always felt that with great mustache comes great responsibility,” he quipped.

But on a more serious note, a dozen Littleton firefighters stood in the back of the council chambers through the entire meeting just to watch Stahlman’s last moments representing them, and to see their chief present him with an authentic fire helmet. Stahlman was the liaison to the department, which has undergone its share of struggles over the years.

“I didn’t really understand the magnitude of the challenges we faced when I got here,” said Chief Chris Armstrong, who took over just two years ago. “But I knew you were standing behind me and supporting us. You’ve been a true advocate for our members and our department.”

Stahlman said he knows he’s leaving the city in good hands.

“The city of Littleton is strong and competent,” he said.

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Robbery, shooting spark manhunt in Sheridan Incident began with bank holdup in Lakewood

By Tom Munds tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia. com Sheridan became the focus of a massive manhunt for three or four men suspected of robbing a Lakewood bank and later shooting and wounding two people Nov. 18.

“The robbery and a carjacking were in Lakewood but the suspects abandoned their vehicle and ran into the neighborhoods around Sheridan High School and Sheridan City Hall,” Steve Davis, Lakewood public information officer, said at a media briefing the afternoon of Nov. 18. “We have a small army of law enforcement personnel from nine agencies conducting the search. There are eight or 10 K-9 units involved in the search as well as at least three SWAT teams, as well as a lot of other officers searching the area very thoroughly for the suspects.”

He said one suspect has been arrested and is being questioned but is being less than cooperative. He added that police are reviewing the information from the crime scenes in an effort to identify the other men involved in the robbery.

A sea of flashing lights and uniformed police officers marked the center of the search area, near Oxford Avenue and Federal Boulevard. Automaticgun-wielding officers scoured nearby buildings and property for the suspects, but they were not located as of the evening of Nov. 18. Police believe they are armed and dangerous.

Davis said the manhunt was triggered about 11:10 a.m. when three or four black men wearing masks and carrying guns entered the FirstBank at Kipling and Jewell, put the employees in the vault and left with an undisclosed amount of cash. They left the bank in a blue Jeep Liberty.

“They ditched their vehicle in the in the 3200 block of South Vance, and a short distance away, they confronted a 60-yearold man and took his silver Chrysler van,” he said. “The van owner was shot twice, but the injuries are not life-threatening.”

The fugitives abandoned the van in the area of the bus barn located near Sheridan High School on Lowell Boulevard.

“Something apparently happened when the suspects left the van because one bystander was shot and another was hit in the face,” Davis said. “They

Law enforcement officers wearing body armor and carrying automatic weapons were a common sight Nov. 18 during the massive manhunt in the area around the Sheridan City Hall and the high school. The search was for three or four men who robbed a Lakewood bank and shot two people.

Photos by Tom Munds were taken to the hospital and reportedly their injuries are not life-threatening.”

The situation resulted in Sheridan High School being locked down and Littleton High School reportedly temporarily locking all doors to make sure all students stayed inside the building. By about 4 p.m., Sheridan schools were beginning a project to reunite students with their parents.

With the suspects still at large Nov. 19, Sheridan schools remained closed.

Sean Martinez, who lives near Sheridan City Hall, watched all the police activities around his home. He said a police officer had told him to go inside his house, lock all the doors and windows and not to open the door for anyone.

Davis said the search in Sheridan was called off late Nov. 18. He also said the captured suspect is Miguel David Sanders, 28. Sanders’ picture isn’t being released because it is being used in additional photo lineups, Davis said.

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Italian winery will rise on Santa Fe Angelo’s plans to transform European vino into local crafts

By Jennifer Smith jsmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com Littleton City Council gave a hearty “salute” to Angleo’s Taverna on Nov. 18, unanimously approving a rezone to allow it to become neighbors with Breckenridge Brewery.

“This is a restaurant that is different than any other restaurant in Littleton,” said owner Craig Jones.

His company purchased the 4.5-acre Ida property, the easternmost and last pocket to be developed on the campus that includes Breckenridge and Designs

by Sundown. The owners intend to build the restaurant abutting Santa Fe, and a two-story office building immediately to its west. The offices will be home to Chatham Financial, a global investment company with just two locations currently in the United States.

Jones and his partners purchased the 42-year-old Angelo’s Taverna three years ago. This will be a second location, he said, with the original staying at 620 E. Sixth Ave., Denver. It has a wide array of Italian food along with an oyster bar, and Jones says they’re still using Mama Angelo’s tiramisu recipe.

The architecture of the office building, restaurant and 6,000-squarefoot winery will reflect the farmland feel embraced by Breckenridge.

Jones explained that no growing or

fermenting will happen on site, as his plan is to import pricey wines from Italy and elsewhere and blend them into a new Colorado version that would be more affordable.

The site is immediately north of Wolhurst Landing, and the president of that HOA said the community supports the plan.

“I want to be very conscious that that boundary is protected,” said Councilmember Debbie Brinkman, who represents the area. “Let’s make a conscious effort that the neighbors are undisturbed. That’s very important over there.”

Councilmember Peggy Cole asked whether there will be access from the Mary Carter Greenway, just west of the site.

“For this 24 acres to be absolutely perfect for the city of Littleton, we have to have connectivity to the bike path,” said Jones, noting it’s just .6 miles from Mineral Station. “To make that happen, I’ll stand out on Santa Fe with a street sign if I have to.”

He said he’s working with Designs

by Sundown and Wolhurst to develop a plan. In the meantime, Councilmember Bill Hopping wondered if there was enough parking, given that Breckenridge Brewery’s lot is normally pretty full.

“This is such a cool development we have going on with Breckenridge Brewery and this, we need to make sure people can get there,” he said.

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Public works department nets recognition Brian Love, an engineer with Arapahoe County Public Works and Development, has earned distinction as “Professional Manager of the Year” by the American Public Works Association Colorado Chapter.

Love is responsible for performance management and reporting, and was instrumental in the development of Arapahoe County’s bridge health index. Love and his team oversee infrastructure improvements that address safety issues, reduce traffic congestion and fix drainage problems in unincorporated Arapahoe County.

The department itself was recognized for its participation in the county’s pilot “Leadership Enhancement and Development” program, which prepares employees for future management positions. More than half of the management team

will likely retire in the next five years, so it was designed to help develop the talents of potential supervisors, managers and executives to be successful in future leadership roles.

NEWS IN A HURRY Brauchler gets top post on state council District Attorney George Brauchler is the new president of the Colorado District Attorneys’ Council.

“It is a tremendous honor to be able to serve the community and my fellow district attorneys in this leadership capacity,” he said. “I look forward to furthering this important organization’s presence from the courtrooms to the Capitol.”

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that is open Fridays and Saturdays from 4 to 11 p.m. and offers a variety of original recipe cocktails. All the distillery equipment is visible from the tasting room through the chain link fence that separates the two areas.

The Devil’s Head Distillery tasting room offers cocktails with names like Notes of a Dirty Old Man and Cuckoo’s Nest. The list now contains a fall drink called Apple Spice that has a basis of apple juice, vanilla-fused vodka and other ingredients, and is served warm.

Mary Jo Hunt and her friend know White and drove from Colorado Springs Nov. 13 to visit the tasting room.

“The spirits are very good, very tasty, and their drinks are very special,” she said. “I tried the drink they call Mountain Jam. It is the first time I have had a cocktail that contained peach jam, and it was great. It was like drinking dessert.”

Micah Peterson said he and his friends

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Jefferson, Barrentine, Russell and Yates cast “no” votes.

Jefferson was nominated and was elected unanimously. The next order of

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new city attorney.

Brotzman was not immediately available for comment.

found he distillery by accident.

“We were going to Moe’s Restaurant and, trying to find a parking place, saw the distillery and decided to give the tasting room a try,” he said. “The spirits are very smooth and tasty, as are the cocktails. I had a drink they call a Bellringer Martini made with fresh bell pepper. It was served with a whole slice of green bell pepper on the lip of the glass. That is great drink presentation, and it tasted great.”

White said he starts the distilling process with mash of pure malted barley that is mixed with water so it will ferment.

“I cook the mash, and the cooking converts the starch in the grain to simple sugar. I add yeast to ferment the mash to produce alcohol,” he said. “I distill the mash seven or eight times to produce the spirits.”

To create the specific spirit he adds what he calls botanicals to the alcohol.

“Botanicals are the flavors produced from herbs and spices,” the Littleton resident said. “I tried about 40 different botanicals until I finally decided on what I would use in my distilling process. I use

six different botanicals in distilling the gin and in distilling the aquavit.”

He said the gin and aquavit are about 160 proof when the distilling process is completed while, by law, the distilled vodka must be 190 proof.

White then uses water to do what he calls proofing the spirit, which is reducing each spirit to 80 proof for use.

Distilling is an intensive, hands-on operation. White spends most days working with all the large, shiny copper and stainless steel distilling equipment used to create Devil’s Head vodka, gin and aquavit.

White said he wanted to locate on Broadway but couldn’t find a suitable location. He decided on the Acoma Street location and the next step was to make it possible to establish a distillery in Englewood.

He said there were city regulations prohibiting opening a distillery in Englewood. White said city officials worked with him and, after lengthy sessions with the planning and zoning commission and the city council, the rules were repealed.

“After the city approved my request

to open a distillery, this location became available and I decided I would set up here because it is near potential customers from Moe’s and the Gothic Theater,” he said. “I started with an empty building. The process was slow because I had to make sure I complied with all the local, state and federal rules and regulations.”

White said he read a lot of books, but learned about distilling by trial and error. Eventually, he created his recipes and began the process of creating spirits.

He said business in the tasting room is brisk and he often features live music to bring people into his business. He said many customers sample the cocktails, and those who like his product often purchase bottles of the Devil’s Head spirits.

“Most people who visit us learned about us from other customers,” he said.

“I am happy that more people are finding us and dropping by to visit us. My goal is to keep drawing people to the distillery, plus to begin to branch out so people can find Devil’s Head spirits in liquor stores and at other drinking establishments.”

business was to elect the new mayor pro tem. Gillit was the only nomination and, again, the vote was unanimous.

The Nov. 16 meeting began with comments honoring the councilmembers completing their terms, Bob McCaslin, Mayor Randy Penn and Jill Wilson.

Because of impending surgery, Penn wasn’t at the meeting.

McCaslin has served 12 years on the

city council and couldn’t be a candidate because of term limits. He said he has been honored to serve the city, and he thanked residents for electing him and the staff for their support.

Wilson was eligible to seek re-election but chose not to run for another term on the council. She said serving on the council had been her dream and she appreciated all the support from resi-

dents and staff she received during her time in office.

Penn served two terms on the city council and was mayor for the last two years. He announced late last year that he would not seek re-election. He also announced he has accepted the position of director of the Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce.

Jefferson said he knew there were some councilmembers who didn’t want Brotzman to stay as city attorney until January.

“I knew this motion was going to be brought forward during the meeting to accept his resignation early and I felt it was only right to let Dan know it was go-

ing to happen, so at least he would know what was most likely going to happen,” the mayor said. “I respect Dan and I really didn’t want him to leave. But he submitted his resignation. I hated to see him go. He is a consummate professional. But overall I feel the move was in the best interest of everyone and it would eliminate

what I feel would have been an awkward situation for the next couple months.”

Brotzman has served as city attorney for 28 years and was the assistant city attorney for eight years before that. In October, he submitted his resignation and stated he would be leaving the city when his contract expired on Jan. 8, 2016.

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Interns and volunteers helped host Food & Drink Resource Innovation Center’s grand opening on Nov. 12 at 6555 South Kenton St., Suite 302. The 10,000-square-foot space has a test kitchen and bar, photography studio and conference room. Photos by Alex DeWind

The facility is a test kitchen and consumer research facility. “We are trying to get fresh ingredients back into the casual dining experience,” said co-founder Richard Keys.

New test kitchen is rarity in region Food & Drink Resources opens doors in Centennial

By Alex DeWind adewind@coloradocommunitymedia.com The Food & Drink Resources Innovation Center in Centennial is here to bring fresh ingredients back to fast-casual restaurant chains in the Denver area. The 10,000-square-foot space is the first con-

sumer research facility and test kitchen of its kind in the Rocky Mountain region.

“FDR,” as the center bills itself in a brochure, was founded six years ago in Dallas by colleagues and lifelong friends Richard Keys and Scott Randolph. FDR is dedicated to restaurant and menu development for national food and beverage companies. It’s created popular menu items for large chains, such as Applebee’s “two entrees for $20,” said Keys.

Keys and Randolph opened FDR at 6555 S. Kenton St., Suite 302, on Nov.

12. The facility is equipped with a test kitchen and bar, focus group space, photography studio and conference rooms.

And it welcomes chefs, recipe developers, culinary instructors and other food enthusiasts.

They chose Denver because of its growing, casual restaurant hub.

“It’s a healthy state,” Randolph said.

“We hope to bring Denver’s style to the rest of the country.”

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“We have good chefs with good palates,” Keys said. “Our hope is to bring the quality of fast food up.”

The space can also be rented out for personal parties or cooking classes. FDR is here to serve the community, said Randolph.

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November 26, 2015

‘Strong Sisters’ film in final stage Documentary sheds light on Colorado’s female lawmakers

By Alex DeWind adewind@coloradocommunitymedia.com Meg Froelich and Laura Hoeppner spent the past three years making a documentary about a unique and powerful group of women in Colorado. They’ve conducted 75 interviews and spent endless hours putting together a historic film: “Strong Sisters: Elected Women in Colorado.”

Froelich and Hoeppner met in graduate school at the University of Michigan. They shared a passion for history. Froelich moved to New York City, where she produced documentaries, and Hoeppner relocated to Centennial and served as the executive director of the Colorado Legislative Women’s Caucus.

The lifelong friends remained in touch, and one day over lunch, Froelich suggested they make a movie. She had a background in video production and Hoeppner had met dozens of women in legislature. They’d work well off each other’s strengths.

So they began the quest to dig up individual and overarching stories of powerful women in Colorado.

And their film is now in its final editing stage. It’s set to finish early next year before the 2016 presidential elections. It will premiere at local venues and film festivals.

“We want people to learn about the history of women in legislature,” Froelich said.

“And not base their decisions off the perspective of one woman running for president.”

Women in Colorado won the right to vote in an 1893 referendum. The following year, voters sent three women to the state House of Representatives. To date, more than 250 women have served in the Colorado General Assembly. The state legislature is now 42 percent women, highest in the nation, according to strongsisters.org.

Producers of Strong Sisters: Elected Women in Colorado, Meg Froelich and Laura Hoeppner, met at University of Michigan and have remained lifelong friends. “We have different strengths, so we work well together,” Froelich said. Photo by Alex DeWind “We want to find out if something different occurs when there are women in legislature,” Froelich said.

Seventy of their interviewees are past or current elected women, and the others are historians and journalists.

The film’s genesis is research, said Hoeppner. The interviews “will serve as the film’s narration and will also serve as an oral history of Colorado’s unique story for generations to come,” according to Strong Sisters’

website.

A few of the subjects include former state Sen. Nancy Spence, R-Centennial, state Sen. Linda Newell, D-Littleton, and Denver City Council member Paula Sandoval.

Froelich and Hoeppner explore trends among women in legislature, such as a focus on reproductive rights, child labor laws and credit rights.

“We definitely see a theme of women expanding on human rights,” said Hoeppner.

Hoeppner wants people to know her subjects the same way they know Molly Brown, famous Titanic survivor and activist, she said.

The producers of “Strong Sisters: Elected Women in Colorado” shed light on the state’s special significance and social responsibility.

“We feel after talking to these folks, having women in legislature makes all the difference in the world,” Froelich said.

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weak, but while advocates agree that more research is needed, they say erring on the side of caution makes sense.

Warning: Marijuana use durSome studies have linked ing pregnancy and breast-feeding marijuana use in pregnancy with poses potential harms. childhood attention problems That message would be writand lower scores on problemten on medical and recreational solving measures. THC, the main marijuana products and posted active ingredient in marijuana, wherever they’re sold if the nahas been found in the milk of tion’s most influential doctors women who use it while breastgroup has its way. feeding, and some data suggests The American Medical Asthe drug can affect the quality sociation agreed Nov. 16 to push and quantity of breast milk, the for regulations requiring such AMA’s new policy says. warnings be written on medical There are similar warnings and recreational pot products and posted wherever they’re sold. for alcohol and tobacco, “so why not do the same thing with The decision was made based marijuana since it is the most on studies suggesting marijuana commonly used illicit drug duruse may be linked with low birth ing pregnancy,” said Dr. Diana weight, premature birth and Ramos, a Los Angeles physician behavior problems in young with the American College of children.

Critics say evidence of harm is Obstetricians and Gynecologists,

which proposed the warnings at an AMA policy-making meeting in Atlanta.

There’s much more scientific evidence of harm from alcohol and tobacco than from marijuana, but marijuana has not been proven safe to use during pregnancy or breast-feeding.

The AMA voted to adopt the proposal, meaning it’s now on AMA’s lobbying agenda.

In advice issued earlier this year against marijuana use during pregnancy, the OB-GYN group cited data putting use during pregnancy at about 5 percent nationwide, but as high as 28 percent among some urban lowincome women.

Ramos said getting the AMA on board “really gives power” to the proposal. She said the ultimate goal is a federal requirement for warning signs, but

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because marijuana use is illegal under federal law, the policy seeks local and state measures.

While some women use the drug during or after pregnancy to ease nausea, chronic pain or depression, there are alternatives without the potential risks, said Dr. Judy Chang, an associate OB-GYN professor at the University of Pittsburgh who studies substance abuse in pregnancy.

Medical marijuana is legal in 23 states and Washington, D.C. Recreational use of marijuana also is legal in Washington, D.C., as well as in Alaska, Colorado, Oregon and Washington state.

Several states require health warnings on cannabis product labels, but Oregon “is the only state that currently requires a point of sale warning at dispensaries regarding cannabis use in pregnant or breast-feeding women,”

according to background information in the proposal the AMA adopted.

In Colorado, regulators have struggled to spell out guidelines about maternal pot use. Labels warn pregnant and nursing women that “there may be risks” from using marijuana, but there’s no ban on pregnant women buying it. Colorado lawmakers this year rejected a ban on selling marijuana to pregnant women, and another measure to post warning signs in pot shops.

Dr. Larry Wolk, Colorado’s chief medical officer, said health officials there have created informational material and pamphlets about the risks for doctors to give pregnant women. If the effort raises widespread awareness, “we may not need legislation,” Wolk said.

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Littleton’s Aging Well Resource Center still evolving Senior facility opened in library last October

‘I want to look at the idea of how we can all share and how we can connect.’

By Jennifer Smith jsmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com Kay Wilmesher, Littleton’s community programs manager, says it was both a shock and a blessing when the Aging Well Resource Center’s only employee unexpectedly quit.

“I didn’t see it coming, but it ended up being a blessing in disguise,” she said. “It’s nice for me to be able to go into the office every day. I learned what people want, and what was a waste of time.”

So she threw away some fliers, took on some volunteers and hired a consultant to help guide the center toward being an even better resource for Littleton’s seniors.

“So much of the time they just want someone to talk to, and someone who cares,” she said. A lot of the people who come in here need a whole lot more of

Kay Wilmesher, Littleton community programs manager that. We get them to think about who they can plug into in their community, like neighbors or their church. That’s a free resource. People are right there, and they can help each other.”

All 75 million baby boomers in the country are now age 50 or older. And by 2030, more than 10,000 of them will be living in Littleton — nearly a quarter of the city’s current population — according to forecasts from the Denver Regional Council of Governments.

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November 26, 2015

VOICES

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Life’s a handful, and so are pills Every other day I take nine pills.

I am supposed to take nine pills every day, but I can’t face the music.

Some of them are as big as thimbles.

Seven of the pills are vitamins, one is a baby aspirin, and one is no bigger than a dot. I take it for hypothyroidism.

I don’t even know what hypothyroidism is. I am too lazy to find out.

Maybe laziness is a sign of hypothyroidism.

Until recently, I had never taken pills.

Except now and then after some extensive dental work, like an implant, like laser surgery, like an extraction.

I took a red One-a-Day vitamin when I was a kid, nothing through college, or 30 years of teaching.

However, I have begun to become more mindful, now that I realize my final cab ride might not be that far off.

I don’t want to live as long as my mother and father did.

They wound up broken and bent and disassociated.

I think a third of the programming on television is devoted to improving your health. A lot of it is shown in the middle of the night, when I am up and about.

Most of the time they are either jumping up and down or drinking something that is thick and green.

It’s never blue.

Maybe if you were to drink something blue, it would give you the blues?

I prefer blue to green all the way around.

But I guess green is the color of money, isn’t it?

Color is very important to me, right down to tints, tones and shades.

That’s why I paid rapt attention when Kathy came to our table at the Craig Marshall Smith reunion and said, “You belong in yelQUIET low.”

DESPERATION No, actually I don’t.

But I was all ears.

Kathy had been an egghead in high school. But she was no longer anywhere near that.

She was a bombshell.

“I wear the right colors,” she said, when I asked her what had happened.

(I think she noticed that my mouth fell open when she sat down.)

She’s a professional color consultant.

I didn’t even know they existed.

They are trained to be able to tell you what colors to wear for the best results.

What colors to paint your office walls to increase sales.

What color your dog should be.

They are especially helpful if you don’t have a mind of your own. Many people don’t.

Around here a lot of people wear orange.

Three guesses.

I don’t think anyone should wear orange unless they are in prison.

Back to those pills. I don’t take them all at once. Maybe I should.

If I miss a day, I don’t notice anything. I don’t start to stumble, slur or sing like Perry Como.

If something were different, an obvious improvement of some kind, I would lap them up.

I am not a better painter or writer when I take them, or a better father.

Maybe I am and I just don’t know it.

I do know that if I look at a 5-year-old column that there are differences, but that has nothing to do with these pills.

You either improve or you don’t.

The minute that I sense that I am going downhill, I will hang up my Webster’s.

Perhaps the pills just make up for the fact that I eat like a viaduct pigeon and exercise like an end table.

Maybe I should put the pills in a blender with some green stuff. Turn it into a smoothie. There you go.

Just don’t take away my bacon.

Say what?

Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast. net.

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“You cannot consistently perform in a manner which is inconsistent with the way you see yourself.” - Dr. Joyce Brothers I often hear people talk about how successful other people are, but seem to think that they personally struggle to achieve their own success. This happens sometimes because of the way we see ourselves. If we see ourselves as a failure, we are likely to fail. If we see ourselves as a success, we will likely be successful.

It starts with becoming your own

biggest fan. Now I am not talking about becoming an egomaniac, centered only on yourself, I am just talking about loving yourself enough to see and enjoy the successes that are in front of you.

When you greet yourself each morning in the mirror what do you think? Do you like who you are looking at? Do you avoid looking yourself in the eyes because you don’t like the person looking back at you? Is there something you see that inspires you to become even better? Does your reflection convict you of something you need to

change?

You have probably heard other people, maybe friends, and possibly even family members, say something like, “I do not like who I have become.” Maybe they are referring to stress levels at home or work that have caused a shift in the way they see themselves and behave.

And when they get to that point, they know that something has to change. And that something that has to change is usually the person.

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County Court for Veterans is truly impressive Recently, I was invited to visit and observe court proceedings at the Adams County Court for Veterans (ACCV ). I was deeply impressed with its mission: “using a collaborative, respectful and accountable approach to assist military veterans to access treatment and supports while holding them accountable for their actions within the criminal justice system.” In other words, the ACCV strives to get veterans who have been arrested or convicted out of trouble and keep them out of jail.

Upon my arrival, I met with Judge Brian Bowen, two defense attorneys, and the prosecutor for the court. The prosecutor — a decorated Marine Corp combat veteran from the Vietnam War — had a deep understanding of military culture and the capabilities of the veterans being tried because of his extensive military background. Veteran volunteers were assigned as mentors to the veterans in court.

At first, I questioned the need for a special court for veterans. After my

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people who sees others as successful.

Maybe, just maybe, you can benefit from learning to believe in yourself and seeing yourself as a true success and becoming your own biggest fan.

The power of positive self-talk and

observations, however, the value of the court to veterans quickly became clear.

Each of the veterans stood before the Judge Bowen with pride.

When asked what branch of service they served in, the U.S. Rep. veterans spoke Mike Coffman with the same military bearing GUEST as if they were COLUMN still in uniform, addressing Judge Bowen with the same respect given to a senior officer.

Some even stood at attention.

The goal of keeping these veterans out of jail and returning them to responsible, contributing members of society was apparent in the court’s proceedings and protocols.

Veterans appearing before the ACCV are required to undergo routine drug screening, treatment (if necessary) and counseling. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), of which I am normally a critic, had a representative with a laptop and direct access present to schedule appointments with the VA for medical and mental health issues. This system seemed remarkably effective in serving our veterans.

At the conclusion of the proceedings, Judge Bowen invited me to address the veterans who came before the court that day. I spoke to them about the common bond that we all shared as veterans. At one point in time, each veteran completed basic training and earned the title of “Soldier,” “Marine,” “Airman” or “Sailor.” Each title represents the challenges faced and demonstrates values such as determination, self-discipline, honor and integrity. I reminded each of them of their achievements earned in the past and the expectations of each

veteran in the future, both in and out of uniform.

My visit to ACCV made me a big believer in the services and missions of the court for veterans. It is my hope that more communities follow in the footsteps of Adams County, the 18th Judicial District, and other areas to implement these cost-effective solutions to rehabilitating those who have served this nation and still have more to give.

visualization should not be underestimated. Some people may believe otherwise, but I can share with you that every successful person I have ever met has told me that they use these techniques every day. Some actually have lists of positive words that they believe describe who they are. Words and statements such as: a person of character, a great dad, a wonderful mom, a loyal employee, a strong leader are not only used as mental motivation, but many people actually say them out loud as

they greet themselves in the mirror, while driving, during a workout and at other times throughout the day.

And when it comes to seeing success, they actually visualize what that success looks like. They see themselves 20 pounds lighter, they see that promotion, they see a happier and healthier relationship, and they see themselves owning their own business. The list is endless, and success is different for everyone and defined and driven by our own goals and dreams.

So how about you? Are you your own biggest fan? Do you like who you are or is there something that has to change?

Either way I would love to hear all about it at gotonorton@gmail.com. And when we do become our own biggest fan, it really will be a better than good week.

U.S. Rep. Mike Coffman, R-Aurora, is a Marine Corps combat veteran with a combined 21 years of military service.

He serves the 6th Congressional District, which includes Aurora, Centennial, Littleton, Highlands Ranch and parts of Adams County. He currently serves on the House Armed Services Committee and House Veterans Affairs Committee, where he chairs the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations. He is the only member of Congress to have served in both Iraq wars.

Michael Norton is a resident of Highlands Ranch, the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corporation and the CEO/ founder of www.candogo.com.

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LIFE Building hope at Pine Ridge LOCAL

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Brad Corrigan, of the band Dispatch, plays music for children at Pine Ridge. Courtesy photos

Coloradans aim to inspire Lakota Nation youth through the creative arts

By Shanna Fortier sfortier@coloradocommunitymedia.com

L

ittleton resident Scott Norby and his wife, Joie, along with their three children, are just one family trying to make a difference on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota.

“I always have faith that I’m supposed to go there,” Scott Norby said, “that I’m being called there.”

Norby visited the reservation for the first time in 2011 with his friend, Denver-resident Brad Corrigan, of the indie band Dispatch.

“When I first went, at the end of the day I was just exhausted and really, really sad,” he said.

“After stepping away, I became inspired to want to do something.”

Since then, the Norbys started a nonprofit, Friends of the Lakota Nation, and have been back for several trips working alongside the nonprofit Love, Light and Melody; artist Patrick Maxcy; Dave Matthews Band members; Corrigan and Dispatch band members; Amplifying Education volunteers; Colorado Rapids player Pablo Mastroeni; and the Golden High School Key Club.

The Pine Ridge Indian Reservation has the shortest life expectancy of any group in the Western Hemisphere — approximately 47 years for males and 52 years for females — according to the U.S. Census. The infant mortality rate is five times the national average and the adolescent suicide rate is three times the average.

Members of the reservation suffer from a disproportionately high rate of poverty and alcoholism.

Homelessness is at 30 percent and unemployment at 80 to 90 percent. Sioux Indians in South Dakota have the poorest health of any minority group in the United States.

The statistics go on and on.

HOW TO GIVE Friends of the Lakota Nation has two ways to give: an Amazon Toy Drive wish list and through monetary donations made through PayPal. Monetary donations will be used to purchase creative arts supplies for the workshops so teens can continue to express themselves through the arts. Both the wish list and PayPal donations can be accessed through friendsoflakota.org.

Scott Norby, dressed as Santa, gives gifts to children at the reservation.

But the question asked by Friends of the Lakota Nation is: “How can we help?”

“You can go through all the facts,” said Ingrid Schneider, a Denver resident who visits the reservation monthly. “But what are we doing around the country, as a society of people, to step up and break poverty? Pine Ridge is a third-world country and it’s six hours from our doorstep in Denver.”

Friends of the Lakota Nation has sponsored a Christmas toy giveaway and celebration on the reservation for the past four years.

Scott dresses as Santa and his wife wraps 500 to 600 gifts to bring on the trip.

“It’s realistically one of the only gifts these kids get,” Scott Norby

said.

The toys, Schneider said, are important because of the reservations’ gift-giving culture.

But there is more to be done than just give toys to children.

“I want those kids to walk away knowing that they are important — that there are people out there that cherish them,” Schneider said. “They don’t always hear that they are worth loving and valued as much as they should.”

That’s why when the Norby family, Schneider and other volunteers make the trip to the reservation the weekend of Dec. 5, they will do more than just give gifts.

The 2015 Friends of Lakota Nation holiday trip will focus on creative arts and community. The

organization will be teaming with the Oglala Crisis Team by creating a special day for the community to get involved in arts-based workshops that offer classes in music, writing, photography, art and crafts for kids.

“Right now, the biggest concern is what’s happening with kids and suicide,” Norby said. “We’re trying to build a community, inspire kids and build hope. If a kid can get inspired to learn music, then they can channel their thoughts through that. The same with art and writing.”

The oldest Norby child, Khian, 10, a skilled guitarist, will teach a music class.

“For him, it’s really about him being able to inspire the other kids and connect with them,” Norby

said. “It’s cool to set that path for our kids to understand the benefits of giving.”

The hope is that some youth on the reservation will be inspired enough to continue expressing themselves through the arts. But the concern is that those inspired won’t have the means to continue because of the lack of proper equipment.

“It would be great to give each kid in the music session a decent guitar or a camera to the photography students,” Norby said. “We want to have an impact, but we need support. Really, what makes it work is not one huge contributor, but a whole bunch of people giving a little bit.”

Friends of the Lakota Nation hopes to collect monetary donations to purchase guitars, cameras and writing journals. Donations of these items are also welcomed.

The toy drive also is happening now and toys will be distributed to children during the Dec. 5 community celebration.

“We all have teachers that breathe life into us,” Schneider said. “I just hope that we’re a group of people that can breathe life into those kids by showing them their worth.”

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Fair brings crafts, arts to rec center The 29th annual Arts and Crafts Fair — held by South Suburban Parks and Recreation District at Goodson Recreation Center, 6315 S. University Blvd., Centennial, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec. 5 — will exhibit works by more than 70 Colorado artisans/vendors. Included will be ceramics, jewelry, clothing, quilts, paintings, photographs, floral arrangements, holiday items and specialty foods. Complimentary gift wrapping will be provided by the South Suburban Sparks Gymnastics Team. Free admission and parking. Information: Darcie@ssprd.org.

Englewood concert “Santa Baby” with Brigette Lee is the Nov. 4 “Starlight Rhythms” concert on Dec. 4, at 7:30 p.m. in Hampden Hall. Hampden Hall is on the second level of the Englewood Civic Center, 1000 Englewood Parkway.

Tickets: $10 at the door/students under 18 free.

Ensemble music The Colorado Wind Ensemble presents “Sound the Bells!” at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 5, at Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura St., Littleton. The ensemble’s new conductor, Dr. David Kish, a Metro State University faculty member, will direct a program that will feature two MSU faculty members in gems from contemporary classical literature: Michelle Thompson will be soprano soloist in Frank Tichell’s “Angels in the Architecture” and pianist Sara Parkinson is featured on Carter Penn’s “Slalom.” CWE’s bassoon trio will perform “BasSOON it will be Christmas.” The partnership with MSU will benefit CWE with an opportunity to rehearse and perform at the King Center. Tickets cost $15/$10/$5; coloradowindensemble.org.

Books, book, books Books are “the gift that keeps on giving,” in bookseller parlance. Two sales at our local libraries may turn up some treasures: • The Better Book Bonanza runs Dec. 5 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Dec. 6 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Koelbel Library,

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• The Littleton Friends of the Library/Museum Holiday Sale at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St, Littleton, runs now through noon, Christmas Eve, with a selection of books, including children’s titles on a special table in the lobby.

They will have new titles added regularly. Cash or checks only.

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Categories include books, journals, paper; clay, jewelry, mixed media, drawing, fiber, glass, metal, pastel, photography, mosaic, painting, watercolor, printmaking and woodwork. A silent auction, with bids taken during the show, will benefit the Arvada Center. (Make bids in person or call 720-898-7251.) Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Holiday herbal gifts Make a variety of herb-themed gifts: infused vodkas, oils and vinegars; powdered ranch dressing dip mix; French onion soup dip mix; Chai; mulling spices; and more from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Dec. 5 at Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St. ($58/$53 member). Also, on Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to noon, there will be a family workshop on building a decorated gingerbread creation to take home. Fees: $17 child/$15 member child/$12 adult/$10 member adult. All programs include garden admission. botanicgardens.org.

‘Shrek’ is perfect holiday show on Littleton stage Costumes, choreography among highlights of spectacular play

College hosts artisan fair Arapahoe Community College will present an Artisan Fair on Dec. 11 and 12, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. both days, in the Second Floor Atrium at 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Ten percent of proceeds will go to the ACC Foundation. Information: Jane Binns, jane.binns@ araphoe.edu or 303-797-5799.

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T.J. Hogle as Shrek and Rebekah Ortiz as Fiona in “Shrek” at Town Hall Arts Center through Dec. 27. Courtesy photo The costumes for this show, by Terri and Laurie Fong, are worth the price of a ticket — they are absolutely wonderful, as are Bob Wells’ spot-on direction and Kelly Kates’ choreography. One wonders how Wells kept track of the character changes, entrances and exits of all these critters and fanciful folks (highly organized, though at times chaotic in appearance). They have a credo of “Keep Your Freak Flag Flying” that delivers a message of tolerance threading through the musical.

And then there’s the live-wire donkey (Tyrell Ray), who becomes Shrek’s sidekick — and the vertically challenged Lord Farquaad (a skilled Cory Wendling), who wants to marry Fiona so he can become king, in a particularly fine performance.

Master puppeteer Cory Gilstrap has created a huge red dragon and taught a group of actors to manipulate it so it fills the stage for a scene, like a traditional Chinese Dragon Dance puppet.

Donna Debrecini is musical director and recorded the not-entirely-

IF YOU GO “Shrek” plays through Dec. 27 at Town Hall ArtS Center, 2450 W. Main St. in downtown Littleton. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Dec. 23; 2 p.m. on Nov. 28, Dec. 5, 12, 19 and 24 as well as on Sundays and 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 13. Lots of extra performances — and we bet this production will sell out. If you don’t have tickets, call 303-7942787, ext. 5 — or visit townhallartscenter.org — soon! (Tickets: $25 to $44).

memorable score for the large cast so the musical flows really smoothly, despite outbursts by Donkey and others that are all precisely timed.

This is a perfect holiday confection for all but the tiniest theater fan.

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New Yorker cartoonist William Steig wrote one of his unusual children’s books in 1990 — about an unhappy green ogre named “Shrek,” who was sent off to live alone in the Swamp as a 7-year-old by his parents — because that’s what ogres do. “It’s a Bright, Beautiful World,” they assure the sad little guy as he trudges away.

He grows up defensive of his personal, swampy space and convinced his homeliness condemns him to a life alone.

“Shrek” was developed first in London’s West End, then came across the pond to Broadway. Music is by Jeanine Tesori; book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire; originally produced as an animated film by Dreamworks Productions.

Todd Debreceni has constructed the many clever prosthetic makeup effects that include puffy green hands for the ogre characters, especially for T.J. Hogle, who is reprising the role of Shrek. Young ogres become older and uglier, and some fairy-tale characters had Hogle’s help as well, I think.

(It was fun to see everyone involved with the production sprouting little green ears on opening night.)

In the meantime, Princess Fiona (Rebekah Ortiz) has been sent to live in a tower guarded by a fire-breathing dragon — with a curse hanging over her head.

The book’s original panels were illustrated with fanciful characters as Steig happily introduced an entire realm of fairy-tale personalities, accumulated from tales we all know, to Shrek’s lonely swamp: Pinnochio, Three Bears, Three Little Pigs, Sugar Plum Fairy, Mad Hatter, Big Bad Wolf, Peter Pan, Wicked Witch, Elf, Fairy Godmother, White Rabbit, a delightful crew of tap-dancing gray rats (Cinderella’s coach horses), gingerbread boy, and assorted other magical personalities …

ACC concerts Three free concerts are scheduled at Arapahoe Community College, 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, in the Waring Theatre — all at 7 p.m.: • Wednesday, Dec. 9: ACC String Orchestra, directed

by Rene Knetsch • Friday, Dec. 11: ACC Jazz Ensemble, directed by Cecil Lewis • Monday, Dec. 14: ACC Choir, directed by Ron Kientz For information, contact the music department chair, Dr. Hidemi Matsushita, hidemi.matsishita@ arapahoe.edu or 303-797-5897.

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Five artists’ works on display in Lone Tree

‘Running Dialogue’ show features wide diversity

By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com

Since an exhibit at the Madden Museum in 2011, five Colorado artists have exhibited their work together, creating a gallery filled with five different mediums in each case.

The quintet, called To Expand, has appeared in Breckenridge, aBuzz Gallery in RiNo, and most recently at Denver International Airport. Their art is in numerous corporate, hospital, hotel and resort collections across the country.

During December, the group will exhibit their art in a theatrically named show, “Running Dialogue,” at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree, with a public reception scheduled on Dec. 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. The exhibit runs until Jan. 3.

• Mary Williams, of Castle Rock, creates on wood, inspired by her love of nature, she wrote. She produces sculptures and wall installations designed to appeal to all ages, layering color and sanding parts of it away to create shapes and patterns. She also incorporates epoxy, clay, metals and metal cladding for a finish, calling on a pool of talented fabricators. She hopes her work will bring a smile to the viewer’s face.

• Ken Elliott, a pastel and oil painter, also lives in Castle Rock and exhibits in galleries coast to coast. His focus is on landscapes, color and composition, with reference to Impressionist and Modern schools of art.

“My focus is the landscape and its rich store of ideas and inspiration. I am compelled to work from the trees, skies, lakes and streams in their endless variations … Fortunately, I’ve learned that what some would call mistakes are part of the creative process.

So, I try to begin boldly, not worrying about mistakes, using more color than might exist in nature and varying the types of chroma and marks …” Sometimes the process leads to unexpected surprises.

• Janice McDonald graduated from Oregon State University with a BFA, then studied collage in the late Dale Chisman’s abstract painting class at the Denver Art Students League and with collagist Jonathan Talbot in New York. Her unusual technique

“Long View” by Janice McDonald is a collage on wood panel that will be included in the “Running Dialogue” exhibit opening Dec. 5 at Lone Tree Arts Center. Courtesy photos

IF YOU GO “Running Dialogue” will be at the Lone Tree Arts Center Dec. 3 to Jan. 3, with an artists’ reception on Nov. 5, from 5 to 7 p.m. The center’s lobby and hallways are open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and before performances. Admission is free. lonetreeartscenter.org. has evolved through many years and under varied influences. She is affiliated with Spark Gallery in Denver.

• Victoria Eubanks of Denver has been an award winner in Littleton’s Own an Original show and in Denver’s Plein Air exhibits.

She works primarily in encaustic medium, creating commonplace objects and themes in translucent layers of wax. “Through layers of colors, imagery and texture Victoria allows the mundane to become exotic,” she writes. She has been Artist in Residence in the Breckenridge Art District and taught encaustic at Arapahoe Community College, Breckenridge Arts District and the Denver Art Students League.

Ken Elliott’s “Sunset Over the Hilltop,” oil, will be included in “Running Dialogue” at Lone Tree Arts Center.

• Carol Ann Waugh is an award-winning mixed media fiber artist, who “mixes geometric textures and layer upon layer of complex surface tension. It’s about exploration where unexpected connections and juxtapositions can lead to new ideas and artistic expressions,” she writes on her website. “Carol looks at creating art like living

life, each decision made leads to a different future choice. It’s the thread of life decisions that weave the individuality of artistic expression.” She has published five books and participated in more than 50 national and international exhibitions. She recently completed a large public art commission for Denver.

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November 26, 2015

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GALA REUNITES APOLLO 13 CREW

Apollo 13 Cmdr. James “Jim” Lovell, retired NASA flight director Eugene “Gene” Kranz and lunar module pilot Fred W. Haise Jr. were honored Nov. 14 at the Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum, more than 45 years after an oxygen tank aboard their service module exploded, forcing NASA to abort their lunar landing mission. The trio, joined by Virgina Swigert, younger sister of Apollo 13 astronaut and Denver native John “Jack” Swigert, were presented with the Spreading Wings Award, an annual recognition that honors the American spirit of exploration. More than 500 people were on hand for the sold-out event, which invited guests to relive that fateful day — April 13, 1970 — with the men behind the immortal phrases, “Houston, we’ve had a problem,” and “Failure is not an option.”

The five-hour event, held in the Wings signature hangar, served as fundraiser for the museum and kicked off a threemonth Apollo 13 exhibit that features a one-of-kind collection of artifacts from the historic mission. The exhibit runs through Feb. 13.

Apollo 13 crew members, left to right, Fred W. Haise, James “Jim” Lovell, Eugene “Gene” Kranz, and Virginia Swigert on behalf of John “Jack Swigert, accept this year’s Spreading Wings Award during a gala event at the Wings Over the Rockies Museum, Saturday, Nov. 14.

The annual award, given by Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum, honors the American spirit of exploration.

Apollo 13 lunar module pilot Fred W. Haise, Jr., center, is escorted by Wings Aerospace Academy students Justin Jones, left, and Angelica Harvey, right, as the annual Spreading Wings gala got underway at the Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum on Saturday, Nov. 14. Haise was reunited with former Apollo 13 crew members James Lovell and Gene Kranz 45 years after an oxygen tank explosion aborted their lunar landing in 1970.

PHOTOS BY DEBORAH GRIGSBY SMITH, CENTENNIAL AIRPORT

Apollo 13 commander James “Jim” Lovell, left, and retired NASA flight director Eugene ‘Gene” Kranz, seated, share their experiences during the troubled 1970 Apollo 13 (AS-508) mission.

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Not exactly the funny pages ‘Peanuts’ gang, with names changed, struggles through life

By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com As the lights go up, CB tells us his dog has died — put down because of rabies — after he ate a little yellow bird.

This twist on the “Peanuts” comic strip sort of sets a tone for Bert V. Royal’s “Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead,” presented through Dec. 5 at the Bug Theatre by Equinox Theatre Company.

Deb Flomberg directed the assortment of familiar characters, with different names to avoid legal questions, since cartoonist Charles Schulz’s estate had not approved the play. The production is well-paced; the set is minimal, but has the right look, complete with little cloud. Lighting and sound worked well in this production.

The gang is high school age and into all the adult problems adolescents face: drugs, suicide, violence, rebellion and sexual identity issues. The characters are overplayed as they do all the stuff adults are afraid they will, but one can identify them.

CB (Matthew Davis) puzzles about

life’s meanings and what happens when we die — including to dogs. His friend Matt (Sean Verdu), Pigpen, is violent, homophobic and consistently unpleasant throughout, while stoner Van (Alexander Evert) maintains that he’s never forgiven CB and his sister for burning his blanket. (He smoked the remains!)

Janessa O’Fallon plays Tricia and Rachel D. Graham is Van’s sister, not named, but with a “5 Cent Psychiatry” sign on her table, where she is confined after burning the little red-haired girl’s hair. Tara Rose Kelso is CB’s sister and Jane Simonds is Marcy, another teen girl.

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November 26, 2015

IF YOU GO “Dog Sees God” plays through Dec. 5 at the Bug Theatre, 3654 Navajo St., Denver Highlands.

Performances: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays. Tickets: $15 advance, $20 at the door, equinoxtheatredenver. com, 720-984-0781.

Beethoven, target for Matt’s bullying.

The play has been in workshops and productions since 2004 and parodies its inspiration with a consistent pattern of bad language and sloppy behavior, although it does end on a hopeful note.

Flomberg and cast keep a fast pace throughout and the audience seemed responsive.

AREA CLUBS Editor’s note: To add or update a club listing, email calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com.

Service American Legion George C. Evans Post 103 Attention military veterans: Do you believe in patriotism and in helping our veterans, our children and our communities? Join the Littleton American Legion George C. Evans Post 103 at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month at the Buck Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers Ave., Littleton. Visit www.legionpost103.org or call 720-287-2139.

Creative Counseling Center is a network of mental health providers with offices in Denver, Aurora, Lakewood and Littleton. To meet therapists or to learn about locations, scheduling and fees, visit www.ccc-denver.com or call 303-2672310.

English Conversation Sessions. Go to the Bemis Public Library Friday mornings from 9-10:30 a.m. to practice English in an informal group and learn about American culture. No registration is required. Call 303-795-3961.

Nutrition classes. Free bootcamp class meets at 8:30 a.m. three Saturdays per month at L-Town Nutrition, 1360 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton. Go to

the park for a fun, energizing start to the weekend. Visit our Facebook pages for updates: Littleton 24Fit Club or L-Town Nutrition. Also offered is a Body Exchange Challenge. This consists of weekly meetings to discuss both nutrition and fitness. We deliver all of the tools that you need to help you reach your goal. There is an optional fitness class offered after the class. The class meets Wednesdays at noon or 6 p.m. You can join the challenge anytime, the fees are prorated. Visit L-Town Nutrition, call Gen McKenna at 303-7302038 or email ltownnutrition@gmail.com to sign up.

Single Dads Resource Center Inc., a nonprofit organization, offers free parenting classes such as “The Ins and Outs of Single Fathering Parenting” focused on single fathers. Classes are from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 6322 S. Lakeview St., Littleton.

Call Jamey O’Donnell, founder and executive director of the group, at 720-298-2021 or e-mail info@sdrci.org.

Summit Cancer Solutions is a nonprofit organization that offers exercise programs in the Denver Metro area to adult cancer survivors. Our goal is to improve the health and well being of cancer survivors through exercise. Contact us at 303-409-2206, e-mail us at info@summitcan-

Exploring Options for Next School Year?

Explore Englewood! A small district with big opportunities, you’re sure to find a school you and your child will love.

Kindergarten Open Houses - Week of November 16 Attend a kindergarten class, tour the school and meet the staff. Each Englewood elementary school offers tuition free full day kindergarten, a district-issued iPad for learning, and individualized instruction.

• Clayton Elementary (4600 S. Fox St.) – November 17 at 5:30 p.m.

• Charles Hay World School (3195 S. Lafayette St.) – November 18 at 4:30 p.m.

• Bishop Elementary (3100 S. Elati St.) – November 18 at 6:30 p.m.

• Cherrelyn Elementary (4500 S. Lincoln St.) – November 19 at 5:00 p.m.

Each school will also offer classroom observations during the day.

For details visit WWW.ENGLEWOODSCHOOLS.NET/KINDERGARTEN or call 303-806-2006.

Middle and High School Open House!

The Englewood Campus Open House Event featuring Englewood High School, Englewood Middle School and Englewood Leadership Academy.

Wednesday, December 2 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 3800 S. Logan St.

Explore all the special programs and electives offered in Englewood secondary schools such as culinary arts & hospitality, concurrent enrollment, broadcast journalism, AP courses, sports, clubs and more. Great for students with many interests and talents who want to be able to do it all!

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Social American Needlepoint Guild, Colorado Columbine Chapter, meets third Mondays each month, except August and December. Call Doris at 303-403-8703.

Antique Club meets the second Saturday each month from 10 a.m. to noon at Antique Gallery, 5501 S. Broadway, Littleton. Call 303-794-8100.

Arapahoe County Young Democrats meetings are the third Thursday each month. Call Benjamin Godfrey at 303-745-3418 or e-mail bhgodfrey@ qwest.net.

Amazing Titan Toastmasters meets from 6-8 p.m. Mondays at Marie Callender’s, Dry Creek Court and Broadway. Call Art Gomen at 303-7629726.

Bemis Evening Book Group meets at the library, 6014 S. Datura St., in Littleton, the third Monday each month at 7 p.m. Call 303-795-3961.

Bemis Knitting Group invites knitters to the library’s knitting group, which meets Fridays at 2 p.m. in Sophie’s Place. Just bring a pair of needles and a skein of yarn. Beginners learn skills such as casting on, knitting, pearling, and casting off, while experienced knitters get project ideas and provide hints and tips. The group is creating mittens, scarves and hats for elderly library users at Bemis’ sister libraries in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria.

Bemis Nonfiction Writers’ Group. Unpublished nonfiction writers of personal essays and/or articles meet the second Monday each month at 6:30 p.m. in the café area of Sophie’s Place at the library. Take a pencil and five copies of a recent essay, no longer than 650 words, to share and read aloud. Elaine Kallos, a language arts instructor, facilitates the group.

Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge No.1650 meets at 8 p.m. Thursdays at 5749 S. Curtice St., Littleton. Call 303-794-1811.

Boards of Directors of the Southgate Water District and the Southgate Sanitation District, Arapahoe and Douglas counties, meet at 4 p.m. the second Tuesday each month at office of the districts, 3722 E. Orchard Road, Littleton.

Agenda information for each meeting is posted at Southgate office not less than 24 hours before meetings.

Boy Scouts of America Pack 633 welcomes all first- through fifth-graders to join any time during the year. Call Nick Erlenburg at 303-471-4172.

The Breakfast Club Singles 50 Plus meets on the second Saturday of each month at Maggiano’s at 7401 S. Clinton Street, Englewood at 9 a.m. Arrival is 8:30 a.m. and buffet starts at 9 a.m. Must RSVP the Hotline at 303-794-3332 for reservation.

Center for Inner Initiative presents Open Talks on the Initiatic Way and how the key principles from Eastern, Western and 4h Way Traditions can enlighten the search for Essence within. Meetings are the last Tuesday of each month at 5594 S. Prince St., Littleton. Call or email for time: 303798-1800 or mail@innerinitiative.org. Go to www. innerinitiative.org Chatfield Sertoma Club meets the first and third Mondays at Bistro Aspen Grove, 7301 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Contact Linda Holloway at 303-423-4197 or linda@bessieshope.org.

Coffee and Conversation Group connects people in the community who like to discuss books, current events and any topic of interest. The group meets from 10-11 a.m. the second Monday of each month in Sophie’s Place at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Free snacks and beverages are provided. Call 303-795-3961.

The Columbine Genealogical and Historical Society meets at Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial.

Program meetings are the second Tuesday of each month, except in June, July, August and December. Genealogy workshop programs and early-bird meetings are the third Tuesday of each month, except in June, July, August and December. Visit www.ColumbineGenealogy. com or contact Joyce B. Lohse, CGHS president, at Joyce4Books@gmail.com.

Columbine Ladies We welcome new members to our fun loving group. Join us for games (bridge, canasta, MahJongg and pinochle). Enjoy monthly luncheons at great restaurants and quarterly social events. Dues are $24 annually. Visitors are welcome. For more information or to make a reservation to attend our next luncheon, call Jackie Hirt at 303-972-3384.

Columbine Communicators Toastmasters can help if speaking in public makes you anxious. We improve your communications and leadership skills in a thoughtful, supportive environment.

Our club meets from 7-8:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of the month at the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Station, 11139 Bradford St., Littleton. Visitors are welcome. Contact Herb Dreo at herb@dreomc.com (303-763-7334) or Pam Toyen at ptoyen7@hotmail.com (303-5708606). Visit www./columbine.toastmastersclubs. org/ Current Events Group meets the first Wednesdays of the month from 1-3 p.m. at the Buck Recreation Center, 2004 Powers Ave. in Littleton.

Call 303-730-4609.

Daughters of the American Revolution, Mount Rosa Chapter meets at 1 p.m. every first Monday of the month at locations in the Littleton, Centennial and Highlands Ranch area with a social hour following the meeting unless otherwise noted.

Contact Linda at lindarg@aol.com for information about membership in the DAR. Go to www. mountrosa.coloradodar.org/.

Daughters of the British Empire is a national organization with a philanthropic purpose. For almost a century, DBE has been a common bond for women of British heritage living in the United States. DBE is open to women who are citizens or residents of the United States who are of British Commonwealth birth or ancestry or who are married to men of British Commonwealth birth or ancestry. There are six chapters in Colorado, including chapters in Littleton, Englewood, Centennial, Evergreen and Boulder County. Call Chris at 303-683-6154 or Olive at 303-347-1311 or visit www.dbecolorado.org and use the contact form available.

Discovery Club is a fun and exciting way to meet new friends and enjoy recreational activities. Activities include sports, arts and crafts, drama, singing, dancing, board and computer games, group and individual activities. Volunteer opportunities exist for people older than 15.

Student volunteers can earn community service hours. Club meets third Saturday each month at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 8817 South Broadway. Call Jenita Rhodes at 303-791-0659.

Dry Creek Sertoma Club. The only all Women’s Sertoma club in the metro area meets for breakfast at 7 a.m. the first and third Wednesday of the month at Toast Restaurant, 2700 W. Bowles Ave., Littleton, or for lunch on the second Friday of the month at interesting restaurants. The club comprises women dedicated to the common goal of helping people in the community with funds and volunteer time, especially in the area of hearing health. Help make a difference through SERvice TO MAnkind and make new friends while you are at it. For more information contact Carol at 303-798-3912 or bcworth@aol.com.

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‘Shrek The Musical’ Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Main St., Littleton, presents “Shrek” through Sunday, Dec. 27. Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, “Shrek The Musical” is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale. Shrek brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage, and proves there’s more to the story than meets the ears. Irreverently fun for the whole family, Shrek proves that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre. Tickets available at the box office, 303-7942787, ext. 5, or online at www.TownHallArtsCenter.org.

Family Christmas Pageant Grace Place Children’s Ministry kicks off the Christmas season with a reminder of the true meaning of Christmas at its family Christmas pageant from 6:308:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, at Cherry Hills Community Church, 3900 Grace Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Whip up your favorite dessert, and bring it and your family for a kid-friendly dinner, potluck dessert buffet and an evening filled with games, Christmas crafts, and a carol sing-a-long. Come dressed as your favorite nativity character and participate in a re-enactment of the Christmas Story. Children ages 2 and younger are free. Contact Will Larsen at wlarsen@chcc.org with questions. Go to www.cherryhills.com or call 303-325-8904.

Musical Merry Season at PACE Some of the nation’s best performers and local homegrown favorites will help celebrate the holiday season at the PACE Center in Parker. The season kicks off Friday, Nov. 27, with Texas legends Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel performing at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Then Saturday, Nov. 28, the 16-piece big band Colorado Jazz Repertory Band performs at 7:30 p.m. From Friday to Sunday, Dec. 4-6, the Parker Chorale and Parker Symphony Orchestra will treat audiences to traditional carols, familiar songs, and a few surprises in “A Classic Parker Holiday.” Shows are at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4-5 and 2 p.m. Dec. 6. The Manhattan Transfer performs at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 12. The PACE holiday season wraps up Thursday to Sunday, Dec. 17-20, with the Colorado School of Dance performing The Nutcracker of Parker. Show times are at 7 p.m. all four days and 2 p.m.

Dec. 19-20. Tickets for all shows are available by calling 303-805-6800 or going to www.ParkerArts.org.

Advent Recitals Take a mid-day break to enjoy music of the season and a light soup lunch at noon Wednesdays during Advent at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. The Advent recitals include the Jubilee Handbell Choir on Wednesday, Dec. 2; the St. Andrew Sisters on Wednesday, Dec. 9; and Bill and Sheila Hamaker on Wednesday, Dec. 16. Lunch is offered for a $3.50 donation. Contact Mark Zwilling at mzwilling@st-andrew-umc.com or 303-794-2683.

Holiday Concert The Littleton Symphony Orchestra presents its annual holiday concert, A Littleton Symphony Family Christmas, at 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 4, at Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura St., Littleton. Tickets are available at the Gorsett Violin Shop, 8100 S. Quebec St., and online at www.littletonsymphony.org. For a group discount for 10-plus, or for more information, call 303-933-6824.

‘Frozen!’ Family Program Spotlight Performing Arts Center presents “Frozen!” a fun show for the entire family complete with Anna, Elsa, dancing trolls and, of course, Olaf. Show is the product of a 15-week class for children ages 5-18 years old. Performances are at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, on Spotlight’s on-site stage at 6328 E. County Line Road in Highlands Ranch. Call Spotlight at 720443-2623 or visit www.spotlightperformers.com for information and to purchase tickets.

2015 Holiday Sale The Friends of the Littleton Library and Museum presents its 2015 holiday sale through noon Thursday, Dec. 24, at the Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton.

Books are in pristine, giftable condition, with new fiction, classics, poetry, history, home decorating, art appreciation, cookbooks, and more. Sale is open during library hours; cash or checks accepted.

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Holiday Kickoff Lone Tree Arts Center Guild plans its holiday kickoff at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, at the Lone Tree Arts Center Event Hall. Before you attend the Nutcracker, join the guild for an evening filled with a carol sing-along, cookies and cocoa for the while family. The holiday tree lighting is at 6:50 p.m. Event is free; no reservations needed.

Reserve your chair at www.withDavida.com. If you have items to sell contact withDavida@gmail.com to inquire about renting a table.

Holiday Adopt-A-Family, Senior South Metro Housing Options seeks community sponsors to “adopt” families (or senior/or disabled residents) this holiday season. Sponsors choose the size of a family (or a senior/disabled resident) to assist and are then provided with wish lists and program information. There is no minimum contribution required to participate. Sponsors deliver donations to SMHO Resident Services at 5844 S. Datura St. (Bradley House) and the staff will coordinate distribution to residents.

The deadline for delivery of resident donations is noon, Monday, Dec. 14. For information or to be a sponsor, contact Kathie Covell, resident services manager, at 303-794-3276 or kcovell@smho.co; or Jebe Pens, senior services coordinator, at 303-241-4211 or jpens@smho.co.

Soles4Souls Collection Drop off new and used shoes from Thanksgiving until Christmas at the Re/Max Alliance office of agent Cathy Howrey, 18551 E. Mainstreet, Suite 2A, Parker.

Soles4Souls is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting poverty through the distribution of shoes. Go to www.soles4souls.org/get-involved/

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South Metro Community Blood Drives A number of community blood drives are planned in the South Metro area. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Bonfils Appointment Center at 303-363-2300, unless otherwise noted. Go to www.bonfils.org. Upcoming blood drives are: Saturday, Nov. 28, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Walmart, 4400 Front St., Castle Rock; Saturday, Nov. 28, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Walmart, 11101 S. Parker Road, Parker; Tuesday, Dec. 1, 9-10:40 a.m. and noon to 2:30 p.m., Land Title Guarantee Company, 5975 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., Greenwood Village; Friday, Dec. 4, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker.

Big Band Christmas Get in the swing of the holiday season with the 16-piece Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra big band playing holiday tunes such as Duke Ellington’s “Nutcracker Suite,” Maynard Ferguson’s “Music for Moderns,” and more. Concert is at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. For tickets and information, go to www.ParkerArt.org or call 303-805-6800.

Women’s Divorce Workshop The more information and support women have when facing a divorce, the better decisions they can make for themselves and their children, and the more hopeful they are about the future. Meetings are from 8 a.m. to noon the fourth Saturday of every month at Southeast Christian Church, 9650 Jordan Road, Parker. An upcoming meeting is Saturday, Nov. 28. The mission is to provide education, support and guidance to women. The workshop is affiliated with Second Saturday, founded by nonprofit WIFE.org. Registration may be done at the door, or register online at www.divorceworkshopdenver.com.

Asleep at the Wheel: Merry Texas Christmas Y’All Ray Benson and nine-time Grammy winners Asleep at the Wheel combine their most popular songs with holiday favorites and originals such as “Christmas in Jail,”“Santa Loves to Boogie,” and more, for a Christmas celebration y’all don’t want to miss. Concerts are at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27, at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. For tickets and information, go to www.

ParkerArt.org or call 303-805-6800.

Opera on Tuesday Denver Lyric Opera Guild’s “Opera on Tuesday” program features the University of Northern Colorado Opera Theater at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, at the Cherry Hills Country Club, 4125 S. University Blvd., Cherry Hills Village. Lunch is served at noon. The “Opera on Tuesday” program meets the first Tuesday of each month from September to May at country clubs around the Denver area. Reservations for the Dec. 1 program may be made online at www.DenverLyricOperaGuild.org.

Free Nutrition Classes South Denver Cardiology presents free educational classes at its office, 1000 SouthPark Drive, Littleton. For information, or to register, call 303-744-1065 or www.southdenver.com. Class schedule: Tuesday, Dec. 1, 11 a.m. to noon, Cholesterol and Your Heart: Learn how to manage cholesterol with medication, lifestyle and alternatives; Monday, Dec. 21, Anticoagulation Basics: Through Thick & Thin, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Learn to live with Warfarin/Coumadin; Monday, Dec. 21, Diabetes, Pre-diabetes and Insulin Resistance, 11 a.m. to noon. Learn the ins and outs of diabetes and how to control blood sugar.

Dance Party Potluck Come ballroom, Latin, salsa and tango dance to your favorite DJ tunes from 8-9:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, at Adventures in Dance, 1500 W. Littleton Blvd., Unit 207, Littleton. Swap your favorite finger food recipes. Bring a dish to share for half Free Nutrition, Cooking Class off admission cost. Register at www.AdventuresInDance.com or call 720-276Free Heart Health nutrition classes and cooking demonstrations are offered 0562. from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2 (10 Ways to Boost Your Energy); Music Students to Perform Wednesday, Dec. 9 (Heart Disease Reversal Diets) at the South Denver Heart Students of Douglas Elbert Music Association will perform from 3-6 p.m. Friday, Center, 1000 Southpark Drive, Littleton. Join Richard Collins, M.D., “The Cooking Dec. 4 at Cookies and Crema, 4284 Trail Boss Drive, Ste 100, Castle Rock. The Cardiologist,” along with Susan Buckley, RD, CDE, as they share their expertise students will again perform from 12:45-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5 at Tagawa on Heart Healthy nutrition and cooking solutions. For more information or to Gardens, 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial. Both performances are open to the register, call 303-744-1065, www.southdenver.com. public. Call Ann Riggs at 303-841-2976. DEMTA members are independent and Commitment Day 5K Fun Run/Walk school music teachers who work in Parker, Castle Rock, Elizabeth, Littleton and Life Time Fitness in Parker kicks off the New Year with a part run/walk, part Aurora. Go to www.demta.org. festival that includes an expo with numerous vendors on race morning. Run Social Swing Sampler starts at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 1 at Life Time Fitness, 9250 Crown Crest Blvd., Discover a new world Parker. Event is open to runners and walkers of all levels and abilities. Members of swing dance with and nonmembers welcome. Discounted registration available through Sunday, the East Coast swing, the Dec. 13. Children 12 and younger may register for free with a registered adult. Go West Coast swing, jive and to www.commitmentday.com/colorado/parker-aurora. Group training for the hustle. Swing Sampler offers event started Tuesday, Nov. 10; go to www.lifetimerun.com/group-run-training/ four hours of instruction, co-commitment-day-5k-2016-parker. Contact Heather Crosby at hcrosby@ from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. lifetimefitness.com for additional information.

4, and Friday, Dec. 11, at Adventures in Dance, 1500 W. Littleton Blvd., Ste. 207, Littleton. Register at www.

Mackintosh Academy Open House AdventuresInDance.com or call Mackintosh Academy’s pre-K through eighth-grade program is seeking curious, 720-276-0562. creative students whose parents understand that children today need a different kind of education to meet the complex challenges of a changing world. Open A Classic Parker Holiday Get into the spirit of the holidays as the Parker Chorale and the Parker Sympho- houses are from 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2, and 9-10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, at 7018 S. Prince St., Littleton. An IB World School with a gifted and creny Orchestra treat you to an evening of traditional carols, familiar songs, and a ative focus, Mackintosh Academy offers small class sizes, focuses on individual few surprises in this annual celebration of the season. Shows are Friday, Dec. 4 to Sunday, Dec. 6 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. For times, learning styles, and uses a whole-child approach. Contact Beth Steklac at 303794-6222 or beth@mackintoshacademy.com. Go to www.mackintoshacademy. tickets and information, go to www.ParkerArt.org or call 303-805-6800. com/admissions/information-nights-tours-open-houses/

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A Hudson Christmas The Hudson Gardens & Event Center presents A Hudson Christmas on select nights from Friday, Nov. 27, to Saturday, Jan. 2. Guests will enjoy a festive holiday light display, free wagon rides, free visits with Santa Claus (through Dec. 23) and more. The outdoor walking path winds through Hudson Gardens, featuring more than 250,000 twinkling lights and is wheelchair and stroller accessible.

Tickets are available starting Monday, Nov. 23 at www.altitudetickets.com, in person from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Hudson Gardens’ Welcome Center, or at the door on event nights. The Hudson Gardens & Event Center is at 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive in Littleton. Parking is free. Schedule and more information at www. hudsongardens.org.

Networking Event Sip, shop and show off your shoes at the Vegas Stiletto Fitness women in business networking event at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, at CenterStage Starz, 8150 S. University Blvd., Littleton. Bring your business cards and make new friends. Shoes don’t have to be high, but it’s more fun. “Stiletto” represents high standards and self-esteem. It is what you need to be a strong business woman.

Practice English Skills Practice your English class gives adult mixed level English language learners an opportunity to practice speaking English. Adults from all levels and language backgrounds are welcome at 10:30 a.m. Saturdays at Douglas County Libraries in Parker, 10851 S. Crossroads Drive, and in Highlands Ranch, James H. LaRue branch, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd. No registration is required.

Continuing Education Program Metropolitan State College of Denver offers a continuing education program for adults. Most classes are from 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays, for two to four weeks, and cost varies. Most take place at the Student Success Building on the Auraria Campus, with other classes taking place at the South Campus (I-25 and Orchard) and the Center For Visual Arts on Santa Fe Drive. For list of classes, go to www. msudenver.edu/learnon or call 303-556-3657. Application not required. More information on Facebook www.Facebook.com/msudenverlearnoninitiative.

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Techie moves up fast in business world uBreakiFix store managed by 22-year-old entrepreneur

By Chris Michlewicz cmichlewicz@coloradocommunitymedia.com Ingenuity, hard work and a twist of fate have turned Brandon Best into an entrepreneur with limitless potential.

Best was working four different jobs at a mall when friends and coworkers found out that he’d fixed his own smartphone.

They enlisted Best, then 18, to do the same for them, and before long, his frequent visits to get parts from an electronics repair shop called uBreakiFix got the attention of management.

“They pulled me aside and called corporate on me,” he said with a laugh.

It was good news. After finding out what Best was up to, they offered him a job, and within two years he was managing a uBreakiFix store in Centennial. Never again would he go back to the four-job grind.

Learning the craft For all of his knowledge of electronics, Best insists he wasn’t a techie growing up. After graduating from Chaparral High School, Best learned coding from his computer scientist dad. Although the rigid nature of programming wasn’t for him, Best’s dad did have an influence on him.

“He’s somebody who really likes to buy the new devices and test them out, so I guess I’ve always been exposed to computers,” Best said during an interview Nov. 4 in the repair lab of his own uBreakiFix location in Parker.

The shop specializes in same-day repairs for most small electronic devices, with specific expertise in smartphones. uBreakiFix opened Oct. 19 at 11211 Dransfeldt Road, Suite 161, in the SuperTarget shopping center.

So how did Best master a trade that has made him a business owner at the young age of 22? Video tutorials he watched for free online. He learned how to dissect and diagnose, and even though electronics repair might seem like a cut-and-dried activity, Best considers what he does “a mixture of science and art.”

Mining talent Robert Viator, who owns two uBreakiFix

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volunteer recruitment, forms and policies, orientation and training sessions, as well as managing a database to track more than 25,000 service hours each year.

In 2014, those hours translated to a value of nearly $581,000.

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stores in the Denver area, has no regrets about making Best his manager in Centennial when the up-and-comer was just 20 years old. It was maturity and capability that factored into Viator’s decision, not age, and the store became the state’s top-grossing location. He attributes the success to Best’s “go-get-’em attitude.”

“He’s not afraid to do something new, and his problem-solving and criticalthinking skills were there,” Viator said.

“He’s smart and hard-working, so it made sense to move him up quicker because he was capable of doing the work that was needed.”

Aside from knowledge, there was something in Best that Viator says is crucial in a customer service-based industry: an affable personality.

But effectively repairing electronics in a short window of time is also required to keep customers coming back. Best points to a line of voltage controllers, which are used to short out the power supply so he can get a set of numbers that help determine the precise location of each issue.

He draws from years of troubleshooting experience when approaching a problem, but there are a handful of issues out of every 1,000 repairs that stump him. When that happens, Best is not afraid to ask for advice from others or contact the manufacturer.

“We’ll find a solution for you if we’re not the solution,” Best said.

The typical cost for a fix runs between $50 and $250, far cheaper than replacing a phone.

Perhaps the most interesting part of the job is finding out how people broke their phones. Best uses a dehydrator to dry water-damaged phones, and only charges in those cases if he needs to remove corrosion.

Smartphone users can probably guess the most common type of repair requested at uBreakiFix. “We get a lot of water damage, PCs with viruses, charging ports on tablets, but cracked screens are definitely No. 1 for sure,” Best says, adding that curious babies, unruly dogs and butterfingers are often to blame for those.

Best hopes to pay off a small business loan within a year or so and will go to college to study molecular biology.

He wants to apply phenomena found in nature to medical settings, and excitedly fires off examples of what has been done way to continue their education and earn bachelor’s degrees.

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Brandon Best, the 22-year-old owner of the uBreakiFix location in Parker, repairs a smart phone Nov. 4. Photo by Chris Michlewicz in the field thus far. It’s an adventure that waits.

But for now, Best is establishing himself as an entrepreneur in a fast-expand-

ing, in-demand area of tech commerce.

“We try to fix the image of smartphone repair,” he says. “We don’t want it to be out of a trunk or a shady shop.”

20 The Independent • The Herald CURTAIN TIME Hunting for happiness Written by Hitchcock Taylor (Dave Shirley) and Robert Dubac, “Voddville” is a one-man play about a man’s search for happiness in a digital world.

It plays through Dec. 6 at the Aurora Fox Studio Theatre, 9900 E. Colfax Ave., Aurora. Starring Hitchcock Taylor in a performance that blends technology and visual elements with humor.

Performances: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $25/$22 seniors, students, military; aurorafox-

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Irving Berlin “White Christmas,” with music by Irving Berlin, plays through Dec. 23 at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Directed by Gavin Mayer. Performances: 7:30 p.m.

Tuesdays through Saturdays (except Thanksgiving); 1 p.m.

Wednesdays; 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets start at $53; arvadacenter.org, 720-898-7200.

(50 percent off for children under 12 through the box office.)

Angry elf “The Santaland Diaries” is adapted by Joe Mantello from David Sedaris’ short story. Matt Zambrano plays Crumpet the Elf at the Jones Theatre in the Denver Center complex at Speer Boulevard and Arapahoe Street downtown. The show runs Nov. 28 to Dec. 27 and is presented

by Boulder Ensemble Theatre Company. Tickets start at $25; 800-641-1222.

Santa at Avenue “Santa’s Big Red Sack” returns

to the Avenue Theater for its annual visit, 417 E. 17th Ave., Denver, Nov. 27 through Dec. 20.

Performances: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays. Tickets: $26.50; avenuetheater.com, 303321-5925.

Remember Fanny Brice “Funny Girl” by Jule Styne and Bob Merrill, based on a story

by Isobel Lennart, who wrote the book. Robert Michael Sanders directs this tale of celebrated entertainer Fanny Brice. Littleton’s Linda Suttle plays Mrs. Strakosh.

Performances: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays, Thursdays Dec. 31 and Jan. 14; 2:30 p.m. Sundays.

Tickets: $32, $28 in advance; 303-856-7830, vintagetheatre. com.

The March girls “Little Women: The Musical” plays through Dec. 27 at the Aurora Fox Theatre, 9900 E. Colfax Ave., Aurora. Performances: 7:30 Fridays, Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $22-$31; aurorafoxartscenter.org, 303739-1970.

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Switch to singles no problem for Johnson

Wrestler gains golfing honors Valor’s Welch will join Northern Colorado team

By Jim Benton jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com

Creek sophomore named Boys Tennis Player of Year

By Jim Benton jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com It only took Mitchell Johnson one match this season for him to realize he would be OK as a No. 3 singles player.

Johnson, a sophomore at Cherry Creek, won the No. 2 state doubles title as a freshman along with Noah Reiss. He took over the No. 3 singles role this season.

He compiled a 10-2 record and won the state championship with a 6-3, 7-6 victory over Boulder’s Cutter Esson in the No. 3 singles title match at Gates Tennis Center.

Johnson is the 2015 Colorado Community Media South Metro Boys Tennis Player of the Year.

“My season was great,” said Johnson. “I really enjoyed it. I had a couple losses. I learned from losing while getting better as you go along. I came to state really strong and wasn’t nervous.

“First match of the season, I said OK, I can do something. I got better and better.”

Creek coach Art Quinn was never concerned about Johnson’s switch from doubles to singles.

“He certainly made a great transition,” pointed out Quinn. “He’s very focused and workmanlike in his approach to the game, not only physically but mentally.

He’s even-keeled.

“Not only is he hard-working on his game six, seven days a week out on the practice court, but it’s not just bigpicture but the details that come along with that, too. He’s just a well-rounded,

Cherry Creek sophomore Mitchell Johnson is the Colorado Community Media South Metro Boys Tennis Player of the Year. File photo well-disciplined, well-executed player.

That would probably be evidenced by his success at doubles. He’s multifaceted.”

Colby Welch didn’t have to wrestle with many shots during the past high school golf season.

The Valor Christian senior had an average season score of 68 and 66.75 in the Jefferson County 4A League tournaments.

Welch, who will also compete at 145 pounds on the Eagles wrestling team this season, finished second in the Class 4A state tournament and is the Colorado Community Media South Metro Boys Golfer of the Year.

“I just went out and tried to play my best,” said Welch, who will play next year at the University of Northern Colorado. “I had a couple good rounds. I just tried to get better throughout the year. I tried my best to win the state tournament.”

Welch was second in the state tournament after rounds of 71 and 69 to finish at even-par 140 and one shot out of first place at Longmont’s Fox Hill Country Club. He led Valor to the school’s sixth state championship in the past seven seasons.

His best round of the high school season was a school record 10-under-par 62 during the league tournament at Deer Creek Golf Club “I played really well there,” Welch acknowledged. “I was proud. My whole game came together. Everything was just going my way. I worked with my high school coach (Jason Preeo) a little bit this season.

I practiced normal and did everything normal, went out and played, had a good time and played my best.”

Preeo raved about Welch.

“What Colby did this season was simply amazing, and even with the strong history

Proposed league alignments spark debate Class 5A football teams would be placed in new conferences starting next year

By Jim Benton jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com Coaches and administrators are lining up in favor of or opposition to the proposed new Class 5A conference football alignments that were recently announced by the Colorado High School Activities Association.

The planned conference placements for the 2016-17 seasons slot 42 teams based on computer rankings from the 2014-15 seasons. The Rating Percentage Index ranks teams based on wins and losses and strength of schedule.

Many schools have been busy trying to unofficially line up five nonconference games and one CHSAA official believes the proposed alignments will be passed.

The proposed setups could be changed before being voted on at the football committee’s December meeting.

Then in January, the alignments would need approval of the CHSAA Legislative Council.

A 10th regular season game will be added since the state playoff field will be cut from 32 to 16 teams.

The biggest argument in favor of the “waterfall” alignments — which attempt to balance out leagues based on the strength of teams — is more equal competition in the conferences. The cons include travel and stadium availability, and for some of the best teams, a concern that the schedule will actually get weaker.

“For us, our strength of schedule will

go down because of the teams in our league,” said Jason Wilkins, Cherry Creek High School athletic director. “Because of the formula, there are weaker teams in our league than we would normally schedule.”

Derek Chaney, Douglas County School District athletic director, said scheduling games could be a problem for districts using the same venue for several schools.

For instance if Mountain Vista, ThunderRidge, Highlands Ranch and Rock Canyon had home games the same week, there could be scheduling conflicts at Shea Stadium.

“Sometimes when you think something will pass, you are surprised,” Chaney said.

“As Douglas County AD, I don’t like to see our teams split up. So a lot of our schools are playing nonleague games against each other instead of league games. There is definitely more travel involved.”

Ralston Valley Athletic Director Mark Koopman has a problem with using the RPI to shape the proposed leagues and the possible impact of playing “unfamiliar” teams, which could affect gate receipts.

“I use Cherry Creek as an example often because of their position and the obvious disparities in their league,” he said. “Cherry Creek is currently listed as the No. 1 team in League A and the next team in their league is number 14. That’s 13 spots that separate the top two teams.

“If you look at league G, Columbine is number 7 and Fairview number 8. Only one separates the two, which says this league is more difficult top to bottom.”

Koopman claims it will be difficult to prepare teams for the playoffs and inter-

est in games will decline.

“Can Cherry Creek expect to prepare for the first round of the playoffs next year by playing teams in their league who did not make it past the round of 16?” he asked. “Lastly, who is going to watch these league games? Our fans and students have no rivalry or little knowledge of three of the five schools in our league.

Schools who depend on football gate fee to supplement their school athletic budget are expecting to see a drop in gate receipts.”

A look at the proposed conferences, with teams’ RPI rankings: Conference A 1. Cherry Creek; 14. Fossil Ridge; 15.

Horizon; 26. Denver East; 29. Prairie View; 42. FNE Warriors.

Conference B 2. Grandview; 13. Overland; 16. Arapahoe; 27. Doherty; 30. Boulder; 41. Smoky Hill.

Conference C 3. Valor Christian; 12. Fountain Fort Carson; 17. Lakewood; 26. Poudre; 31.

Legend; 40. Highlands Ranch.

Conference D 4. Ralston Valley; 11. Rocky Mountain; 18. Eaglecrest; 25. Rangeview; 32. Castle View; 39. Arvada West.

Conference E 5. Pomona; 10. Cherokee Trail; 19.

Chaparral; 24. Mountain Vista; 33. Rock Canyon; 38. Aurora Hinkley.

Conference F 6. Regis Jesuit; 9. Legacy; 20. Bear Creek; 23. Westminster; 34. Aurora Central; 37. Douglas County.

Conference G 7. Columbine; 8. Fairview; 21. Mullen; 22. ThunderRidge; 35. Mountain Range; 36. Northglenn.

Valor Christian’s Colby Welch is Colorado Community Media’s South Metro Boys Golfer of the Year. Courtesy photo

we have as a program, he set some new records that may be difficult to beat,” Preeo said. “His 62 at Deer Creek broke his own personal best by three strokes and was two strokes better than our team’s previous low score.

“His 66.75 average in our Jeffco League events is a remarkable achievement as well.

In leading our team to a state championship he became the only player in our history to be a member of three team state championships and he was an integral contributor in each of them.”

Welch has been playing golf and wrestling since he was 4 years old and feels wrestling helps his golf game.

“It helps my mental game and strength for golf,” he said. “I have noticed a difference on how far my ball goes after each wrestling season.”

Continental League selects soccer co-players Senior, junior garner top honors Staff report Dylan Keeney, a senior from Heritage, and Ponderosa junior Parker Klein were named co-Players of the Year on the 2015 Continental League boys soccer All-League team.

ThunderRidge’s Chris Smith and Jim Engels of Ponderosa shared Coach of the Year honors.

The following is the 2015 All-Continental League soccer first team.

Heritage — Dylan Keeney, senior, F; Taylor Petkovich, senior, MF; Mattia Cominell, senior, F; Cole Gentile, junior, D; Jack Schulz, junior, GK. ThunderRidge — Kyle Henry, senior, MF; Chris Hood, sophomore, F; Shane Felde, senior, GK; Brian Mantey, senior, F. Ponderosa — Parker Klein, junior, MF; Thomas Green, senior, F; Riley Wambach, senior, D. Legend — Caleb Vik, senior, D; Eric Peter, junior, MF; Chace Trevino, junior, MF. Douglas County — Kirk Rodrigue, senior, MF; Cedar Haugen, senior, G; Ryan Lee, junior, F. Mountain Vista — Cray Cordero, sophomore, D; Davis Auth, junior, MF. Rock Canyon — Sean Nasseth, junior, MF; Aaron Makikalli, junior, D. Castle View — Evan Stockmoe, junior, MF; Michael Marx, senior, D. Chaparral — Justus Kaack, senior, GK; Evan Self, senior, D. Highlands Ranch — Jeff Ingell, senior, D.

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By Tom Munds tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia.com Enthusiasm and energy ran high at the Englewood High School girls basketball practice.

“We have a good turnout and a number of girls who saw varsity playing time last year,” Pirates coach Thomas Rode said. “We have more basketball knowledge and experience this year, so I think we can run some things that will make us a better basketball team.”

Englewood opens the season with three road games, at Denver West Dec. 1, at Thornton Dec. 3 and at the Denver School of Science and Technology on Dec. 4. The Pirates play their first home game of the season Dec. 8 against Summit.

Most home dates will be tripleheaders, with games for the C-team made up mostly of freshmen and sophomores starting at 4:30 p.m. The junior varsity games will follow and are scheduled to start at 6 p.m., with the varsity games scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. One ticket is good for all three games.

The Pirates don’t have a lot of height, so Rode said plans are for the team to use quickness and good fundamental play to operate a fast-paced offense.

“Defensively, we will be the best we have been in a while,” he said. “We have the defensive talent to try to at-

tack an opponent’s weaknesses. We will try to scout our opponent so we can determine whether zone or oneon-one will work best against them.”

The Pirates will be in the Colorado 7 League again this year.

“We’ll see the same opponents in league play,” the coach said. “The league will be very competitive. I think Vista Peak will be tough, Elizabeth will always be tough and we’ll be tough this season.”

Ty Lucas is one of the returning letter winners.

“It is great to be back on the court,” the senior post player said. “The time off was great, but I am happy to be playing basketball again.”

She said she feels she is a better basketball player than she was at this time last year.

“I learned a lot last season, and I feel I am more aware of how I can be the most valuable on the court,” she said. “Last year, I would just throw up shots. But I realize I need to try to get the ball to a teammate who has the best shot. The game is all about teamwork, and I know there is no such thing as a one-player team.”

Lucas usually plays the post position, going inside to battle for rebounds.

“I feel I can be tougher inside this season because I have grown a tougher skin in order not to take personally the foul calls,” she said. “Also, Cecil Ondack who is the post player for our boys team, has been working with me in the gym, helping me to be effective playing inside. We have a lot of talent on our team, and I am super pumped up to get started because I feel our team will go far this season.”

Ty Lucas grabs a rebound during the Englewood High School girls basketball team’s Nov. 19 practice. Lucas, a senior, is one of the team’s returning letter winners. Photos by Tom Munds

Englewood High School girls basketball players huddle before starting practice. Expectations are the Pirates will have a strong team this season.

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Tennis phenom’s education dream hinges on test Ugandan stays with Parker couple while attending academy

By Chris Michlewicz cmichlewicz@coloradocommunitymedia.com

John Lutaaya smiles during practice Nov. 12 at High Altitude Tennis east of Parker. Photo by Chris Michlewicz

HOW TO HELP Families around the Parker community have rallied around John Lutaaya, providing lodging, clothes, tutoring, friendship and encouragement. To help cover Lutaaya’s living and travel expenses while he chases his tennis dream, High Altitude is utilizing its nonprofit, The HAT Fund. To donate directly, go to www.razoo.com/story/Hat-Fund.

“I’m really so appreciative,” Lutaaya said of the help he’s received. “They make me feel at home. I’m enjoying every moment I’m living here.”

Teen sports phenoms can have a propensity to think about nothing besides going pro. Not John Lutaaya. He dreams of getting a college education.

Tennis, he says, is simply the conduit to get him one.

Lutaaya is thousands of miles from home, a necessary move to achieve his goals. The 19-year-old moved from Kampala, Uganda, to the Unites States last year to attend a tennis academy in South Carolina, and when his first sponsorship ran out, Parker resident Ryan Segelke brought him to High Altitude Tennis Academy.

The facility near East Parker Road and Tomahawk Road specializes in bringing out the best in junior tennis players, and has produced 193 tournament champions in just five years. In the gym where Lutaaya trains twice a day, he is surrounded by photos of the winners. He practices tennis about six hours a day for five or six days a week, and the rest of his time is spent cramming.

Unwavering motivation Lutaaya has a rare opportunity. There is a lot on the line. He took the SAT test twice, and the second time came up 30 points shy of the score needed to secure him a $10,000 tennis scholarship offered

by Colorado Christian University.

“We haven’t put him in a whole lot of tournaments,” said Michael Farrington, one of his instructors at High Altitude Tennis Academy. “We’ve really been focusing on getting his score higher for the SAT.” With help from Susie Watts, who is tutoring him free of charge, Lutaaya is gain-

ing confidence. He took the test a third time in mid-November and should know the result in the first week of December.

He also plans to take the SAT again, and try his hand at the ACT in December.

“SAT is a nightmare for me,” he said with a laugh. He later added: “I know I’m close. I’m just not so sure how my reading will go.”

It’s the reading section that gives him the most trouble, and that’s due in part to the fact that English is not his first language. He needs a total SAT score of 860 to earn the scholarship. He will learn the results of the final tests just before returning to Uganda on Jan. 5. This time, he won’t be returning alone: Segelke and his wife, Leslie, are going with.

“I’m so happy they’re coming home,” Lutaaya said. “Most people who try to help people, they don’t really want to bother with what’s going on back home, so they’re doing a great job of finding exactly how I’m living, where my life started, and also meeting my parents.”

Solid backing Regardless of how he does on those tests, Segelke says he won’t give up on Lutaaya. The CEO and co-founder of High Altitude calls Lutaaya a “beacon of hope” for a slum in Kampala, the “one kid that got out.”

Segelke has heard the stories of Lutaaya’s childhood and is eager to see where it all started.

So as not to scuff his “precious” tennis shoes — a commodity in Uganda — Lutaaya would walk several miles in sandals to reach the sports facility where he discovered tennis. He accompanied a friend to play cricket, and by sheer luck was plucked from a crowd and recruited for the International Tennis Federation’s new team. He was 9 years old.

His mother did not have a solid job, and Lutaaya, one of seven children, would set off for the tennis court without knowing whether he would eat lunch.

“Sometimes I’ll go with food or money, sometimes I’ll just go hoping to hustle something and survive that day,” he said.

After two years of playing for fun, Lutaaya realized he was getting better. By age 12, he had become the top player at his academy and won a regional tournament that included players from all over east Africa. When his country could no longer pay the membership fee for the International Tennis Federation, Lutaaya’s coach found his some sponsors.

“I was seeing tennis now as something that’s going to take me far,” he said. “I realized the opportunities.”

Returning home Lutaaya began playing regularly for an academy in Nairobi, Kenya, and was jokingly referred to as “the Kenyan” when he returned to his village. But he is a revered presence when he comes back. The kids clamor for his attention and ask advice on how to obtain an opportunity like he did. He provides them with tennis balls, “knowledge, tennis strings — anything I have I just give back.”

Lutaaya would pocket roughly half of the per diem given to him in Nairobi and give it to his mother upon returning home.

“Most people wouldn’t do that,” Farrington said. “They’d just pocket it.”

Now, with $10,000 hanging in the balance and a chance to attend a respected university, Lutaaya is understandably buckling down. If he passes the SAT, he is considering studying business or sports science and has big aspirations for the future. His prowess on the tennis court is nothing compared to the determination he has to create a better life for himself and his family.

“I know one day I’ll be able to go back home, and the only thing I’ll go back home proudly with is those certificates and papers so that I can be respected and looked upon to help around the region,” he said.

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continued for deferment) , at the East 26 The Independent • The Herald Hearing Room, County Administration

& Phillis Dornseif Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for BNC Mortgage, Inc., a Delaware Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST, S ERIES 2003-BC7 Date of Deed of Trust April 01, 2003 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 18, 2003 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B3082554 Re-Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 07, 2009 Re-Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B9034572 Original Principal Amount $418,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $403,782.80

Public Notices 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 PUBLIC NOTICE COMBINED NOTICE DEFERRED - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-803(6) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0390-2015 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On June 9, 2015, 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) JAMES RICHARD LOOMIS, JR. and JULIA-LYNN A. LOOMIS Original Beneficiary(ies) CLARION MORTGAGE CAPITAL, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK N.A., AS TRUSTEE, FOR CARRINGTON MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006-NC4 ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES Date of Deed of Trust June 23, 2006 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust July 19, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B6104381 Re-Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B6168643 Re-Recording Date of Deed of Trust November 30, 2006 Original Principal Amount $215,100.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $214,085.77 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 2, BLOCK 1, NOB HILL - FIRST FILING AMENDED, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 6721 S. ALBION WAY, CENTENNIAL, CO 80122.

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. The original Sale Date was scheduled for September 30, 2015 but was deferred pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes 38-38-801 et seq.

The deferment period has been terminated or ended and the Sale may now proceed according to law.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 12/23/2015 (formerly scheduled for September 30, 2015 and continued for deferment) , 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 of Notice of Deferred Sale: 11/5/2015 Last Publication of Notice of Deferred Sale: 12/3/2015 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;

First Publication of Notice of Deferred Sale: 11/5/2015 Last Publication of Notice of Deferred Sale: 12/3/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

Public Trustees

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: 9/21/2015 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, 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 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Kelly Murdock #46915 David R. Doughty #40042 Alison L Berry #34531 Sheila J Finn #36637 Eve M. Grina #43658 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 14-005775 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.: 0390-2015 First Publication: 11/5/2015 Last Publication: 12/3/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0630-2015 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On September 9, 2015, 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) Henry W. Dornseif III & Phillis Dornseif Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for BNC Mortgage, Inc., a Delaware Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2003-BC7 Date of Deed of Trust April 01, 2003 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 18, 2003 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B3082554 Re-Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 07, 2009 Re-Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B9034572 Original Principal Amount $418,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $403,782.80

Public Trustees

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 26, IN BLOCK 6, HERITAGE GREENS FILING NO. 4, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JUNE 11, 1984 IN PLAT BOOK 76 AT PAGE 1 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 2417244, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7896 South Fairfax Court, Centennial, CO 80122.

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, 12/30/2015, 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: 11/5/2015 Last Publication: 12/3/2015 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.

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CLOSURE 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: 09/09/2015 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee

Public Trustees

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, P.C. 216 16th Street, Suite 1210, Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710 Attorney File # 15CO00558-1 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. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0630-2015 First Publication: 11/5/2015 Last Publication: 12/3/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0650-2015 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On September 18, 2015, 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) STEPHAN MICHAEL GALLEGOS and CYNTHIA GALLEGOS Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR TAYLOR, BEAN & WHITAKER MORTGAGE CORP. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt SELENE FINANCE LP Date of Deed of Trust April 23, 2007 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 09, 2007 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B7059021 Original Principal Amount $155,914.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $143,844.86 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.

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

First Publication: 11/12/2015 Last Publication: 12/10/2015 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.

Once again the legal publication deadlines surrounding the holidays are very tight. Below are ©Public Trustees' Association deadlines and publication dates. The wisest course ofRevised action would be to email notices early of Colorado 1/2015 so there is be no delay in publication.

Legal Notice NO.: 0630-2015 THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Deadlines for legal notices publishing before and after Thanksgiving:

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

LOT 26, IN BLOCK 6, HERITAGE GREENS FILING NO. 4, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JUNE 11, 1984 IN PLAT BOOK 76 AT PAGE 1 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 2417244, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.

First Publication: 11/5/2015 Last Publication: 12/3/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

Notices to be published Thanksgiving Also known by street and number as: 7896 South Fairfax Day, November CO26, 2015: Court, TheCentennial, deadline 80122.

DATE: 9/21/2015 is noon, Tuesday, November 17.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee

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

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 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Kelly Murdock #46915 David R. Doughty #40042 Alison L Berry #34531 Sheila J Finn #36637 Eve M. Grina #43658 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592

Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

Notices to be published NOTICE OF SALE December 3, 2015: The deadline is The current holder of the Evidence of Debt noon Tuesday, November secured by the Deed24. of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and

Regular deadlines for December 10 and 17.

Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 14-005775 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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 12/30/2015, 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,

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: 09/18/2015 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, 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 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Kelly Murdock #46915 David R. Doughty #40042 Alison L Berry #34531 Sheila J Finn #36637 Eve M. Grina #43658 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 14-004148 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.: 0650-2015 First Publication: 11/12/2015 Last Publication: 12/10/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

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

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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.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/06/2016, 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.

David W Drake #43315 Scott D. Toebben #19011 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. 216 16th Street, Suite 1210, Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710 Attorney File # 15CO00558-1

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.

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Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov

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

Public Trustees

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0680-2015

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.

Deadlines for legal notices publishing before and after Christmas / New Year’s:

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

November 26, 2015

Public Trustees

Also known by street and number as: 2518 EAST NICHOLS CIRCLE, CENTENNIAL, CO 80122.

NOTICE OF SALE

tion and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) JAMES H. DUBOSE Original Beneficiary(ies) THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given LIBERTY REVERSE MORTGAGE that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. COMPANY on Wednesday, 01/06/2016, at the East Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Hearing Room, County Administration CIT BANK, N.A. Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Date of Deed of Trust Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the April 10, 2006 highest and best bidder for cash, the said County of Recording your publicArapahoe notices call 303-566-4100 real propertyTo andadvertise all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns Recording Date of Deed of Trust therein, for the purpose of paying the inApril 20, 2006 debtedness provided in said Evidence of Recording Information (Reception No. Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus and/or Book/Page No.) attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and B6061019 other items allowed by law, and will issue Original Principal Amount to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, $392,413.50 all as provided by law.

Outstanding Principal Balance $125,525.11 First Publication: 11/12/2015 Last Publication: 12/10/2015 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you Name of Publication: Littleton Independent are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO follows: failure to pay principal and inA LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO terest when due together with all other FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE payments provided for in the evidence of

BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO debt secured by the deed of trust and othCURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; er violations thereof.

LOT 46, HIGHLAND VIEW, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.

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

DATE: 09/09/2015 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee

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.

On September 30, 2015, 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) JAMES H. DUBOSE Original Beneficiary(ies) LIBERTY REVERSE MORTGAGE COMPANY Current Holder of Evidence of Debt CIT BANK, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust April 10, 2006 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 20, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B6061019 Original Principal Amount $392,413.50 Outstanding Principal Balance $125,525.11 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 11, BLOCK 1, RIDGEWOOD PARK, FIRST FILING, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF IN THE COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.

LOT 11, BLOCK 1, RIDGEWOOD PARK, FIRST FILING, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF IN THE COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 6877 S PRINCE CIRCLE, 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, 01/20/2016, 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: 11/26/2015 Last Publication: 12/24/2015 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: 09/30/2015 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, 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 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Kelly Murdock #46915 David R. Doughty #40042 Alison L Berry #34531 Sheila J Finn #36637 Eve M. Grina #43658 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 15-008953 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.: 0680-2015 First Publication: 11/26/2015 Last Publication: 12/24/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

Also known by street and number as: 6877 S PRINCE CIRCLE, 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 Notices to be published Christmas Eve, The current holder of the Evidence of Debt December 24, 2015: The deadline is Federal Consumer Financial secured by the Deed of Trust, described Protection Bureau herein, has filed Notice of Election and end of day Tuesday,P.O.December 15, Box 4503 Demand for sale as provided by law andSheree Sandell Questions: Contact Iowa City, Iowa 52244 in said Deed of Trust.

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(855) 411-2372 at 303-566-4088 or www.consumerfinance.gov THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. legals@coloradocommunitymedia.com DATE: 09/18/2015 on Wednesday, 01/20/2016, at the East Notices to be published New Year’s Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for Hearing Room, County Administration the County of Arapahoe, State of ColorBuilding, 5334 South Prince Street, Eve, December 31,ado 2015: The deadline Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee highest and bestfor bidder for cash, the said Thanks your consideration and business. real property and all interest of the said is end of day Tuesday, December 22.

The name, address, business telephone Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Kelly Murdock #46915 David R. Doughty #40042 Alison L Berry #34531 Sheila J Finn #36637 Eve M. Grina #43658 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 14-004148

Notices to be published January 7, 2016: The deadline is end of day Tuesday, December 29, 2015.

Regular deadlines resume for January 14, 2016

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therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus Listed are deadlines for 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.

legal publications only.

Please check with Editorial, Retail Sales and Classifieds Sales for their individual deadlines.

First Publication: 11/26/2015 Last Publication: 12/24/2015 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

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the indebtedness26, is: 2015 November Lynn M. Janeway #15592

Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Kelly Murdock #46915 David R. Doughty #40042 Alison L Berry #34531 Sheila J Finn #36637 Eve M. Grina #43658 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 15-008953

Public Trustees

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.: 0680-2015 First Publication: 11/26/2015 Last Publication: 12/24/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - RESTART - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-109(2)(b)(II) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2275-2012 Republished to restart foreclosure stayed by bankruptcy and reset sale date.

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On September 16, 2015, 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) Larisa A. Slauson Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. acting solely as nominee for Guaranty Bank and Trust Company Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust September 18, 2003 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 26, 2003 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B3213382 Original Principal Amount $180,017.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $158,866.71 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 91, BLOCK 2, SOUTHCREEK SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7826 South Kittredge Circle, 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, 01/06/2016, 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: 11/12/2015 Last Publication: 12/10/2015 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

Public Trustees Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0670-2015 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On September 29, 2015, 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) Cynthia Fay Warner and Jeffrey Keith Warner Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for America`s Wholesale Lender Current Holder of Evidence of Debt THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWHEQ INC., HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-S5 Date of Deed of Trust July 27, 2006 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust July 31, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B6109799 Original Principal Amount $42,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $40,479.05 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 3, BLOCK 2, RIDGEVIEW HILLS SOUTH FIRST FILING, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7323 South Dexter Way, Centennial, CO 80122.

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, 01/20/2016, 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: 11/26/2015 Last Publication: 12/24/2015 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: 09/29/2015 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee 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, P.C. 216 16th Street, Suite 1210, Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710

DATE: 09/16/2015 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee

Attorney File # 15CO00379-1 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.

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

©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

Holly Shilliday #24423 Jennifer Cruseturner #44452 Iman Tehrani #44076 Joan Olson #28078 Erin Robson #46557 Courtney Wright #45482 McCarthy & Holthus LLP 7700 E Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-14-636876-JS 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.: 2275-2012 First Publication: 11/12/2015 Last Publication: 12/10/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

Public notice is given on September 25, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

Name Changes

The petition requests that the name of Michelle Lea Reisman be changed to Michelle Lea Haggerty Case No.: 15 C 301115 Tammera Herivel By: Laura Larson, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 56948 First Publication: November 12, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice County Court, Arapahoe County, Colorado 1790 W. Littleton Blvd.

Littleton, Colorado 80120 In the Matter of the Petition of: Parent/ Petitioner: Jasmin M. Miranda For Minor Child: Prince Matthew Ramirez Miranda To Change the Child’s Name to: Prince Matthew Miranda Case Number: 2015 C 301273 NOTICE TO NON-CUSTODIAL PARENT BY PUBLICATION Notice to: Manuel Ramirez, non custodial parent.

Notice is given that a hearing is scheduled as follows: Date: December 1, 2015 Time: 9:00 a.m.

Location: 1790 W. Littleton Blvd.

Division A1 Littleton, Colorado 80120 For the purpose of requesting a change of name for Prince Matthew Ramirez Miranda At this hearing the Court may enter an order changing the name of the minor child.

To support or voice objection to the proposed name change, you must appear at the hearing.

Date: October 28, 2015 Legal Notice No.: 56929 First Publication: November 5, 2015 Last Publication: December 3, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on October 21, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Siobhan Alexander Gadlin be changed to Siobhan Alexander Latimer.

Case No.: 2015 C 301244 Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 56943 First Publication: November 12, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on October 28, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Johana Ivette Portillo be changed to Johanna Ivette Portillo Macias Case No.: 15 C 301272 Tammera Herivel By: J. Kaufmann, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 56945 First Publication: November 12, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Tammera Herivel By: Laura Larson, Deputy Clerk

Katharine H. Bartee Personal Representative 6287 S. Coventry Lane W Littleton, Colorado 80123 Legal Notice No: 56944 First Publication: November 12, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Sandra Kay Fagerstrom, Deceased Case No. 15PR30984 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before March 12, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred.

Marco D. Chayet, #29815 Jennifer R. Oviatt Personal Representative 18th Judicial District Public Administrator’s Office P.O. Box 460749 Denver, CO 80246 (303) 355-8520 Legal Notice No.: 56933 First Publication: November 12, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Hazel C. Morrison, a/k/a Hazel Morrison, Deceased Case Number: 2015PR30866 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before March 18, 2016, or the claims may be forever barred.

Ann Morrison Clement Personal Representative P.O. Box 2111 Silverthorne, CO 80498 Legal Notice No.: 56947 First Publication: November 12, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Joy Lynn Wilsey, aka Joy L. Wilsey, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 30957 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before March 21, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred.

Joanna Raspanti Personal Representative 3870 South Dayton Street, Unit 203 Aurora, Colorado 80014 Legal Notice No.: 56979 First Publication: November 19, 2015 Last Publication: December 3, 2015 Publisher: The Englewood Herald Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Bonnie Jean Weems, Deceased Case Number: 15 PR 216

Jeanella K. Stegmaier Personal Representative 2698 S. Roslyn Street, No. 105 Denver, Colorado 80231

Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk

Legal Notice No: 56941 First Publication: November 12, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher:Englewood Herald and the Littleton Independent

Legal Notice No: 56962 First Publication: November 19, 2015 Last Publication: December 3, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on November 10, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Kenneth Dick Novak be changed to Richard Kenneth Novak Case No.: 15 C 301310

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Jack Alvin Moorman, aka Jack A. Moorman, aka Jack Moorman, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 30974 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before March 12, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred.

Tammera Herivel By: J. Kaufman, Deputy Clerk

Harley K. Look, Jr. Personal Representative c/o Katz, Look & Onorato, P.C. 1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 1100 Denver, Colorado 80203

Legal Notice No: 56966 First Publication: November 19, 2015 Last Publication: December 3, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Legal Notice No: 56949 First Publication: November 12, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Notice To Creditors Public Notice

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before March 28, 2016, or the claims may be forever barred.

The petition requests that the name of Michelle Lea Reisman be changed to Michelle Lea Haggerty Case No.: 15 C 301115

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before April 30, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred.

The petition requests that the name of Clevis Necol Taylor Jr. be changed to Clevis Necol Valentin Willrich Case No.: 2015 C 301104

Name Changes

Public notice is given on September 25, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Eleanor Caldwell Hayden, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 487

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before March 12, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Penelope E. White, aka Penelope Ellen White and Penelope White, Deceased Case Number 2015 PR 30809

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Notice To Creditors

Public notice is given on October 13, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

Legal Notice NO.: 0670-2015 First Publication: 11/26/2015 Last Publication: 12/24/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

PUBLIC NOTICE

TRUSTEE FOR ARAPAHOE COUNTY;

PUBLIC NOTICE

Michael Normile Personal Representative 4729 S. Logan St. Englewood, CO 80113 Legal Notice No.: 56984 First Publication: November 26, 2015 Last Publication: December 10, 2015 Publisher: The Englewood Herald Littleton Independent

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Alfredo R. Cruz, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 451 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before March 12, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred.

Elizabeth Cruz Personal Representative 10319 Hadrian Court Parker, Colorado 80134 Legal Notice No: 56950 First Publication: November 12, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Nancy A. Nappe, aka Nancy Ann Nappe, Deceased Case Number: 15 PR 30885 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe

CHERRY CREEK MORTGAGE CO, 27 INC.; The Independent • The Herald CITY OF AURORA, COMMUNITY DE-

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Nancy A. Nappe, aka Nancy Ann Nappe, Deceased Case Number: 15 PR 30885

Notice To Creditors

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before March 14, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred.

Sherry G. Smiley Personal Representative 2605 S. Dennison Court Denver, Colorado 80222 Legal Notice No: 56954 First Publication: November 12, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Rex Allen Reed, Deceased Case Number: 15 PR 30932 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before March 28, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred.

Martin R. Nelson, Esq. For Lyda Reed Personal Representative 5601 S. Broadway, Suite 355 Littleton, Colorado 80121 Legal Notice No: 56989 First Publication: November 26, 2015 Last Publication: December 10, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Virginia K. Lewis, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 30978 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before March 26, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred.

Winfield Scott Lewis aka Win S. Lewis Personal Representative c/o E. Rick Watrous Attorney to the Personal Representative 7472 South Shaffer Lane, Suite 100 Littleton, Colorado 80127 Legal Notice No: 56991 First Publication: November 26, 2015 Last Publication: December 10, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Misc. Private Legals Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2015CV030088 DIVISION NO. 15 COMBINED NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Plaintiff, AUBURN HILL OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado nonprofit corporation, v.

Defendants: CALVIN LEE; GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC; COUNTRYWIDE KB HOME LOANS, A COUNTRYWIDE MORTGAGE VENTURES, LLC SERIES; MISSION PLAZA AURORA; BELLCO CREDIT UNION; FIA CARD SERVICES NA; LIBERTY ACQUISTIONS LLC; THE OFFICE OF THE ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE, as Arapahoe County Public Trustee Regarding: Lot 6, Block 1, Auburn Hill Subdivision Filing No. 1, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado Also known as: 1335 S. Ensenada St., Aurora, CO 80017 TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice: You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Division of the Sheriff's Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the 7th day of January, 2016, at 13101 E. Broncos Pkwy., Centennial, CO 80112; phone number 720-874-3935. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale. **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE. ** Further, for the purpose of paying off, curing default or redemption, as provided by statute, intent must be directed to or conducted at the above address of the Civil Division of the Sheriff’s Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. DATED at Centennial, Colorado this 24th day of September, 2015.

David C. Walcher Sheriff of Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF: ORTEN CAVANAGH & HOLMES, LLC 1445 Market Street, Suite 350 Denver, CO 80202 Legal Notice No.: 56790 First Publication: November 12, 2015 Last Publication: December 10, 2015 Published In: Littleton Independent 2550 W. Main St., Littleton, CO 80120 Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, Arapahoe COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2011CV1355 DIVISION 202 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Plaintiff, Foxdale Condominium Association, Inc. a Colorado nonprofit corporation v.

Defendants, H. VALERIE LEE; ANA MARIA PETERS-RUDDICK AS PUBLIC TRUSTEE FOR ARAPAHOE COUNTY; CHERRY CREEK MORTGAGE CO, INC.; CITY OF AURORA, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION REGARDING: CONDOMINIUM UNIT NO. 205 , BUILDING NO. 13, FOXDALE CONDOMINIUMS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE DECLARATION RECORDED ON AUGUST 4, 1981 IN BOOK 3461 AT PAGE 495 AND ANY AND ALL AMENDMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTS THERETO, AND CONDOMINIUM MAP

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REGARDING: CONDOMINIUM UNIT NO. 205 , BUILDING NO. 13, FOXDALE CONDOMINIUMS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE DECLARATION RECORDED ON AUGUST 4, 1981 IN BOOK 3461 AT PAGE 495 AND ANY AND ALL AMENDMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTS THERETO, AND CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED ON AUGUST 4, 1981 IN BOOK 52 AT PAGE 26 OF THE ARAPAHOE COUNTY RECORDS AND ANY AND ALL AMENDMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTS THERETO, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.

also known by street and number as 921 SOUTH ZENO WAY UNIT 205, AURORA, CO 80017.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice: You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Division of the Sheriff's Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the 31st day of December, 2015, at 13101 E. Broncos Pkwy, Centennial, CO 80112; phone number (303) 795-3851. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale.

**BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE. ** Further, for the purpose of paying off, curing default or redemption, as provided by statute, intent must be directed to or conducted at the above address of the Civil Division of the Sheriff’s Department of Arapahoe County, Colorado.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY.

DATED in Colorado this 15th day of September, 2015.

David C. Walcher, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF: ORTEN CAVANAGH & HOLMES, LLC 1445 Market Street, Suite 350 Denver, CO 80202 Legal Notice No.: 56741 First Publication: November 5, 2015 Last Publication: December 3, 2015 Published In: Littleton Independent 2550 W. Main St., Littleton, CO 80120 Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 Telephone: (303) 649-6355 Civil Action No. 2015CV31056 Div. 15

Plaintiff: D.T.C. ROUNDTREE HOME OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC. Defendant: SUSAN V.L. WEBB Plaintiff’s Attorney: Wendy E. Weigler, Reg. No. 28419 WINZENBURG, LEFF, PURVIS & PAYNE, LLP 8020 Shaffer Parkway, Suite 300 Littleton, CO 80127 Telephone: (303) 863-1870 Facsimile: (303) 863-1872 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This is to advise you that the above-captioned action is pending. An Order and Decree for Judicial Foreclosure has been entered in this action concerning an assessment lien by the Plaintiff, D.T.C. Roundtree Home Owners’ Association, Inc., pursuant to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act, Colorado Revised Statutes, §38-33.3-316(2)(a), and the Plaintiff’s Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of D.T.C. Roundtree, Notice of (said) Assessment Lien being recorded on July 3, 2013, at Reception No. D3083522 in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Arapahoe County, State of Colorado (the “Assessment Lien”).

The real property which is the subject matter of this litigation, which is the property subject to the Assessment Lien, is situated in Arapahoe County, and is described as follows, to-wit:

LOT 15, BLOCK 2, ROUNDTREE PHASE 1, DENVER TECHNOLOGICAL CENTER AMENDED, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO

Also known as 5928 South Willow Way, Greenwood Village, Colorado 801115106.

The Plaintiff named above is the judgment creditor in this action and the lienor of the Property pursuant to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act, Colorado Revised Statutes, § 38-33.3316(2)(a), and the Plaintiff’s Declaration.

As of August 4, 2015, the outstanding balance due and owing on such judgment is $11,640.70.

I shall offer for public sale to the highest bidder, for cash, at public auction, all the right, title and interest of the Defendant in said property on December 31, 2015 at 10:00 a.m., in front of the flag pole at the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 E. Broncos Parkway, Centennial, Colorado 80112.

**BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE.**

NOTE: THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Inquiries regarding this Sheriff’s Sale must be directed to the Civil Division of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, telephone 720-874-3851.

DATED at Centennial, Colorado this 23 day of September, 2015.

David C. Walcher, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 56771 First publication: November 5, 2015 Last publication: December 3, 2015 Published in: Littleton Independent, 2550 W. Main St., Littleton, CO 80120 Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2014CV031461 DIVISION NO. 402 COMBINED NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Plaintiff, The Dam East Townhouse Association, a Colorado nonprofit corporation,

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5610 Ward Road, Suite 300

entered should not be revived with like force and effect.

Fax Number: 303.432.0999 email: doppenheimer@hindmansanchez.com Atty. Reg. #: 19066 and 21050

WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 27th day of March, 2015.

Arvada, Colorado 80002-1310 28DISTRICT The Independent • The Herald Phone Number: 303.432.9999 COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO

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CIVIL ACTION NO. 2014CV031461 DIVISION NO. 402

COMBINED NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Plaintiff, The Dam East Townhouse Association, a Colorado nonprofit corporation, v.

Defendants: RICHARD D. JAYNES; WELLS FARGO BANK, NA; JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. ; THE OFFICE OF THE ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE, as Arapahoe County Public Trustee Regarding: Lot 100, Block 1, The Dam Filing No. 5, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado.

Also known as: 13054 E. Amherst Ave, Aurora, CO 80014 TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice:

You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Division of the Sheriff's Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the 31st day of December, 2015, at 13101 E. Broncos Pkwy, Centennial, CO 80112; phone number (720)-874-3935. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale. **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE. ** Further, for the purpose of paying off, curing default or redemption, as provided by statute, intent must be directed to or conducted at the above address of the Civil Division of the Sheriff’s Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. DATED in Colorado this 23rd day of September, 2015.

David C. Walcher Sheriff of Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Deputy Robert Bottone Deputy Sheriff ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF: ORTEN CAVANAGH & HOLMES, LLC 1445 Market Street, Suite 350 Denver, CO 80202 Legal Notice No.: 56772 First Publication: November 5, 2015 Last Publication: December 3, 2015 Published In: Littleton Independent 2550 W. Main St., Littleton, CO 80120 PUBLIC NOTICE

COUNTY COURT, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO 1790 W. Littleton Boulevard Littleton, CO 80120 303-798-4591 Plaintiff: TUSCANY SOUTH MAINTENANCE ASSOCIATION v.

Defendant(s): ALBERT SMOLA Attorney: Debra J. Oppenheimer, Esq. Loura K. Sanchez, Esq. HindmanSanchez P.C. 5610 Ward Road, Suite 300 Arvada, Colorado 80002-1310 Phone Number: 303.432.9999 Fax Number: 303.432.0999 email: doppenheimer@hindmansanchez.com Atty. Reg. #: 19066 and 21050 Case Number: 15 C 33150 Div.: A2 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION

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THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT:

You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims PUBLIC NOTICE of Plaintiff, as set forth in the Complaint filedTOWN with the in this action, by filing OFCourt COLUMBINE VALLEY with the ClerkOF of this CourtHEARING an Answer or NOTICE PUBLIC other response. You are required to file your answer or other response within Notice is hereby given that a Public 30 days on after service 2016 of this sumHearing thethe proposed Budget mons upon you.

Service of this for the Town of Columbine Valley,sumColmons shall on the day of the orado willbe becompleted held at the Columbine last C o upublication. n t r y C l u bA , copy 1 7 Fof a ithe r w aComplaint y Lane, may be obtained Clerk of the Columbine Valley,from CO the on December 8, Court.at 6:15PM. 2015

If you fail to file your Answer other reAll spending agencies haveorsubmitted sponse to the complaint in writing their requests to the Town and thewithin pro30 daysBudget after thefordate of the publicaposed 2016 haslast been pretion, judgment by the default mayHearing, be rendered pared.

Prior to Public the against will yoube byavailable the courtfor forinspection the relief durdeBudget manded in the compliant further ing regular office hours, inwithout the Town Ofnotice. fice, 2 Middlefield Road, Columbine Valley, CO. Any interested elector of the 1.

ThisofisColumbine an action Valley affecting thefile property Town may an obdescribed in the Complaint and antime acjection to the proposed Budget at is any tion affecting specific property or status, prior to the final adoption of the Budget by as well asBoard a proceeding in persona. The the Town of Trustees. relief sought by the Plaintiff is an injunction ordering compliance with restrictive The Town Trustees will consider the adopcovenants, as well as an award of meetattortion of the proposed Budget at their ney’s and costs, will affect the the ing onfees December 8, which 2015 following following real property: 18940 E. Lake Public Hearing.

Drive, Aurora, CO 80016 also known as Lot ORDER 3 Block 3, South Subdivision, BY OFTuscany THE BOARD Arapahoe County, Colorado (the “PropOF TRUSTEES, erty”).

TOWN OF COLUMBINE VALLEY /s/ J.D. McCrumb, Town Clerk Dated this ___ day of ______ , 2015.

Legal Notice No.: 56994 CLERK OF THE COURT First Publication: November 26, 2015 By: Clerk November 26, 2015 LastDeputy Publication: Publisher: Littleton Independent Legal Notice No.: 56871 First Publication: October 29, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Name Changes PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public notice is given on September 23, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Rachel Mynyha McCurley be changed to Rachel Mynyha Krichevsky Case No.: 2015 C 301100 Tammera Herivel By: J. Patterson, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 56995 First Publication: November 26, 2015 Last Publication: December 10, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

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Case Number: 15 C 33150 Div.: A2 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT: You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of Plaintiff, as set forth in the Complaint filed with the Court in this action, by filing with the Clerk of this Court an Answer or other response. You are required to file your answer or other response within 30 days after the service of this summons upon you. Service of this summons shall be completed on the day of the last publication. A copy of the Complaint may be obtained from the Clerk of the Court.

If you fail to file your Answer or other response to the complaint in writing within 30 days after the date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the compliant without further notice.

1. This is an action affecting the property described in the Complaint and is an action affecting specific property or status, as well as a proceeding in persona. The relief sought by the Plaintiff is an injunction ordering compliance with restrictive covenants, as well as an award of attorney’s fees and costs, which will affect the following real property: 18940 E. Lake Drive, Aurora, CO 80016 also known as Lot 3 Block 3, Tuscany South Subdivision, Arapahoe County, Colorado (the “Property”).

Dated this ___ day of ______ , 2015.

CLERK OF THE COURT By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No.: 56871 First Publication: October 29, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE COUNTY COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD. LITTLETON, CO 80120 Plaintiff: MILLENNIUM 2000 RECOVERY, INC. vs.

Defendant(s): WILLIAM R. DOLAN David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 Phone: 303-986-1200 Fax: 303-988-8913 Case Number: 03 C 116254

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/s/ Tammera Herivel Clerk of the Court

Legal Notice No.: 56876 First Publication: October 29, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE COUNTY COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD. LITTLETON, CO 80120 Plaintiff:BELLCO CREDIT UNION vs.

Defendant(s): RUBEN ROMAN MARTINEZ David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 Phone: 303-986-1200 Fax: 303-988-8913 Case Number: 09C316999 Division: NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to said rules of civil procedure that the judgment entered in the instant matter on January 19, 2010 in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be revived, NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s) , RUBEN ROMAN MARTINEZ, shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he has, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect.

WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 15th day of September, 2015. /s/ Tammy Herivel Clerk of the Court Legal Notice No.: 56940 First Publication: November 12, 2015 Last Publication: December 10, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice The annual report of the Petty Foundation, Inc. is available for inspection at 7110 Old Farm Road, Littleton - William Petty, President, 303-932-2234 Legal Notice No.: 56990 First Publication: November 26, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

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NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE

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WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to said rules of civil procedure that the judgment entered in the instant matter on December 5, 2003 in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be revived, NOW THEREFORE,

CITY OF SHERIDAN Notice NOTICE Public OF PUBLIC HEARING

IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s), WILLIAM R. DOLAN, shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he/she/they has/have, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect.

WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 27th day of March, 2015. /s/ Tammera Herivel Clerk of the Court Legal Notice No.: 56876 First Publication: October 29, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

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Notice is given that pursuant to the Statute C.R.S. 38-20-116, of the Colorado Statute Hampden Park N’ Store at 3411 S. Irving St., Englewood, CO 80110, 303781-4911, will proceed to apply for title for back rent owed unless you contact us immediately. Possession will be December 19, 2015 Unit # 3029: George Detwiler 144 S. Harvard Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90004 1956 Nashua Trailer Serial # 2341 Unit # 4202: Antonio Ostuni 1385 Kipling, Lakewood, CO 80215 1996 Jeep UP VIN # 1J4GZ58Y6TC377912 Unit # 4308: Richard Lopez 8045 S. Zephyr Way Littleton, CO 80128 1989 Chevy PV VIN # 1GNDM15Z3KB262452 Unit # 4316: Casey Miller 3134 S. Winona Ct., Denver, CO 80236 1996 STA CT Starcraft pop up camper VIN # 1SAAS01F6T1AP5718 Legal Notice No.: 56996 First Publication: November 26, 2015 Last Publication: December 3, 2015 Publisher: Englewood Herald Littleton Independent

ISPlanning GIVEN CommisThe City ofNOTICE Sheridan HAMPDEN PARK N’ STORE sion will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. at the Notice is given that pursuant to the statSheridan Municipal Center, 4101 S. Fedute C.R.S. 38-21.5-103, of County the Colorado eral Blvd., City of Sheridan, of ArRevised Statute HAMPDEN PARK N’ apahoe, State of Colorado. This matter STORE 3411on S. October Irving St.,7,Englewood, was firstAT heard 2015 and CO 80110, 303-781-4911, is taking poscontinued to December 2, 2015. session on December 19, 2015 of all property listed below for back rent owed. of This Purpose: To consider approval a miscellaneous and personal change of zonehousehold from P (Public Properproperty will be(Planned sold at public to ties) to PUD Unit auction Developthe highest on December 19, 2015 ment) withbidder an underlying zoning of at 10:00 a.m. Multi-Family sharp, at the address listed Residential for property above.

Address of tenants listed last located SW of W. Kenyon and S.are Irving. given and last known. CASH OR CREDIT CARDS The legalONLY! description is: Unit#284: Nancy Salcido, Parcel 1: Lots 1-16, Block 11, First Addi3275 W.Sheridan, Hamilton Place, Apt.of5,Arapahoe, tion to County Englewood, CO 80110 State of Colorado.

Unit#301: Marvin May, 6, Sheridan Hills, Parcel 2: All of Block 1055 Clermont St., Denver, County of Arapahoe, StateCO of 80220 Colorado.

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Unit#304: David & Tara Cuthbertson, Applicant: Habitat for Humanity of 3151 Girard #416, MetroW.Denver Englewood, CO 80110 Owner: Sheridan School District #2 Unit#311: Richard Arlene Sagee, CityLopez, Clerk 8045of S.Sheridan, Zephyr Way, Littleton, CO 80128 City Colorado Unit#401: Larry Legal Notice No.:Callahan, 56951 3377Published: S. Clarkson St., First November 12, 2015 Englewood, CO 80133 Last Published: November 26, 2015 Publish in: Englewood Herald Unit#439: Michael Barthel, Littleton Independent 3280 W. Girard Ave., #4, Englewood, CO 80110 Unit#604: Jeremiah Santistevan, 1894 S. Eliot St., Denver, CO 80219 Unit#608: Tammy Bowman, 1777 W. 38th Ave., #103, Littleton, CO 80211 Unit#626: Evelyn Palma, 5203 W. Mississippi Ave., Unit A, Lakewood, CO 80236 Unit#644: Shirley Wicklund, 3780 W. Floyd Ave., Denver, CO 80236 Unit#711: Albert Mondragon, P.O. Box 40716, Denver, CO 80204 Unit#727: Annette Lucher, 2940 S. Federal Blvd., Apt. 309, Denver, CO 80236 Unit#736: Frank Carrerira, 3280 S. Lowell Blvd., Denver, CO 80236 Unit#823: Valerie Smaldone, 6470 S. Zephyr Ct., Littleton, CO 80123 Unit#860: Angela Henderson, 5939 S. Broadway, Littleton, CO 80121 Unit#911: Darren Perry, P.O. Box 140622, Edgewater, CO 80214

Public Notice NOTICE IS GIVEN HAMPDEN PARK N’ STORE Notice is given that pursuant to the statute C.R.S. 38-21.5-103, of the Colorado Revised Statute HAMPDEN PARK N’ STORE AT 3411 S. Irving St., Englewood, CO 80110, 303-781-4911, is taking possession on December 19, 2015 of all property listed below for back rent owed. This miscellaneous household and personal property will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder on December 19, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. sharp, at the address listed above. Address of tenants listed are last given and last known. CASH OR CREDIT CARDS ONLY!

Unit#931: Terri Williams, 1290 Benton St., Lakewood, CO 80214 Legal Notice No.: 56697 First Publication: November 26, 2015 Second Publication: December 3, 2015 Publisher: Englewood Herald Littleton Independent

change of zone from P (Public Properties) to PUD (Planned Unit Development) with an underlying zoning of Residential Multi-Family for property located SW of W. Kenyon and S. Irving.

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The legal description is:

Parcel 1: Lots 1-16, Block 11, First Addition to Sheridan, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado.

Parcel 2: All of Block 6, Sheridan Hills, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado.

Applicant: Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver Owner: Sheridan School District #2 Arlene Sagee, City Clerk City of Sheridan, Colorado

trict; and that copies of the proposed Amended 2015 Budget and 2016 Budget have been filed at the District's offices, 141 Union Boulevard, Suite 150, Lakewood, Colorado, where the same is open for public inspection; and that adoption of Resolutions Amending the 2015 Budget and Adopting the 2016 Budget will be considered at a public meeting of the Board of Directors of the District to be held at the offices of Jones International, Ltd., 9697 E. Mineral Avenue, Englewood, Colorado, on Tuesday, December 1, 2015, at 9:30 A.M. Any elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the Resolutions to Amend the 2015 Budget and adopt the 2016 Budget, inspect and file or register any objections thereto.

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PANORAMA METROPOLITAN DISTRICT By /s/ AJ Beckman Secretary

Legal Notice No.: 56951 First Published: November 12, 2015 Last Published: November 26, 2015 Publish in: Englewood Herald Littleton Independent

Legal Notice No.: 56982 First Publication: November 26, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

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PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF LIENED PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that a public sale will be held on or after DEC. 15, 2015 at 10:00 A.M. at 101 E. Centennial Avenue, City of Englewood, County of Arapahoe, Colorado. BROOKRIDGE SELF-STORAGE will sell to satisfy the lien on the property stored at 101 E. Centennial Avenue, Englewood, CO 80113 by the following persons. The inventories listed below were notated by the tenants at the time of rental.

BROOKRIDGE SELF-STORAGE makes no representation or warranty that the units contain said inventories.

E021: TONYA M. GRANDERSON 1709 Fulton St., Aurora, CO 80010 Electronics, Appliance, Misc. Bags & Boxes E326: DARLENE MARIE PATMORE P.O. Box 709, Englewood, CO 80151 Appliance, Cleaning Equip. Bedding, Furniture, Tubs, Misc. Boxes & Bags F029: CMR INC. / JEFF HEBER 5970 S. Vine St. Greenwood Village,CO 80121 Generator, Ladders, Boxes, Carts, Vacuum, Lights, Misc. Construction Materials, Ramps, Tools, Scaffolding, Hitch Purchases must be made with cash and paid for at the time of purchase. No one under the age of 18 is allowed to attend the sale. The landlord reserves the right to bid at the sale. All purchased goods are sold “as is” and must be removed by 6:00 PM on the day of the sale. Buyers must provide a current original or a photocopy of their original resale permit at time of sale in lieu of sales tax. This sale is subject to prior cancellation in the event of settlement between landlord and obligated party.

Legal Notice No.: 56960 First Publication: November 26, 2015 Last Publication: December 3, 2015 Publisher: The Englewood Herald Littleton Independent Public Notice PANORAMA METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOTICE CONCERNING 2015 BUDGET AMENDMENT AND PROPOSED 2016 BUDGET NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all interested parties that the necessity has arisen to amend the Panorama Metropolitan District (“District”) 2015 Budget and that a proposed 2016 Budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the District; and that copies of the proposed Amended 2015 Budget and 2016 Budget have been filed at the District's offices, 141 Union Boulevard, Suite 150, Lakewood, Colorado, where the same is open for public inspection; and that adoption of Resolutions Amending the 2015 Budget and Adopting the 2016 Budget will be considered at a public meeting of the Board of Directors of the District to be held at the offices of Jones International, Ltd., 9697 E. Mineral Avenue, Englewood, Colorado, on Tuesday, December 1, 2015, at 9:30 A.M. Any elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the Resolutions to Amend the 2015 Budget and adopt the 2016 Budget, inspect and file or register any objections thereto.

November 26, 2015

ELECTRICAL PROJECT Family Tree is a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization and we are currently soliciting bids to replace all electrical breaker boxes which service the interior and exterior of House of Hope, located at 3301 South Grant St. Englewood Colorado.

Government Legals PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING LOCHMOOR WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT JEFFERSON COUNTY, COLORADO

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to §29-1-106, C.R.S., as amended, that a proposed Budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the Lochmoor Water and Sanitation District, Jefferson County, Colorado (“District”), for calendar year 2016. A copy of said proposed Budget, which includes a summary of fund balances, revenues and expenditures of the District, is available for public inspection between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. at Haynie & Company, PC, 1221 W. Mineral Avenue, Suite 202, Littleton, CO 80120-4544.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Board of Directors of the Lochmoor Water and Sanitation District will consider the adoption of the proposed Budget at a public hearing to be conducted during a regular meeting of the District’s Board of Directors to be held on Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 7:00 P.M. at the residence of Ms. Tucker, located at 7270 West Radcliff Avenue, Littleton, CO 80123.

This project is subject to Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA). Each contract must contain labor standards clauses (HUD4010) and a Davis-Bacon wage decision (CO150014, Mod 4, 08/21/15, Residential).

Any interested elector of the Lochmoor Water and Sanitation District may inspect the proposed Budget for 2016 and file or register any objections or comments thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of said Budget.

Dated this 18th day of November, 2015.

A full Request for Proposal will be sent out to interested parties.

LOCHMOOR WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT

If interested or you need additional information, please contact George Proffitt, Facilities Director, Family Tree, Inc. at 303-403-5893 or GProffitt@thefamilytree.org

By: /s/ Nancy Tucker, President

Legal Notice No.: 56983 First Publication: November 26, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: The Englewood Herald Littleton Independent

Legal Notice No.: 56992 First Publication: November 26, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Public Notice NOTICE AS TO PROPOSED 2016 BUDGETS AND NOTICE AS TO AMENDED 2015 BUDGETS

Public Notice SOUTH ENGLEWOOD SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 1 ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO NOTICE AS TO PROPOSED BUDGET NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the proposed budget of SOUTH ENGLEWOOD SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 1 for calendar year 2016 has been prepared. A copy of the proposed budget is available for inspection by the public in the Civic Information Notebook at the Reference Desk of the Englewood Public Library, 1000 Englewood Parkway, Englewood, Colorado 80110. This proposed budget will be considered for adoption at an open public meeting, the December monthly regular meeting of the Board of Directors of South Englewood Sanitation District No. 1, to be held in the Altenbach Conference Room of the Englewood Public Library, at 4:30 o'clock p.m., Thursday, December 3, 2015. Any interested elector may inspect this proposed budget and file or register any objections thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of this budget. /s/ Donald E. Marturano Donald E. Marturano, Assistant Secretary Legal Notice No.: 56988 First Publication: November 26, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: The Englewood Herald Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING LOCHMOOR WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT JEFFERSON COUNTY, COLORADO

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that proposed budgets have been submitted to the LTTLETON VILLAGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1-3 (collectively the “Districts”) for the year of 2016. A copy of each of the proposed budgets is on file in the office of CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP, 8390 East Crescent Parkway, Suite 600, Greenwood Village, Colorado, where the same are open for public inspection.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that amendments to the 2015 budgets have been submitted to the Districts. A copy of each of the proposed amended budgets is on file in the office of CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP, 8390 East Crescent Parkway, Suite 600, Greenwood Village, Colorado, where the same are open for public inspection.

Such proposed budgets and amended budgets will be considered at a continued meeting of the Districts to be held at 2154 East Commons Avenue, Suite 2000, Colorado, on December 2, 2015 at 9:30 A.M. Any interested elector of the Districts may inspect the proposed budgets and amended budgets and file or register any objections at any time prior to final adoption of the budgets and amended budgets.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARDS OF DIRECTORS: LITTLETON VILLAGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1-3 Legal Notice No.: 56993 First Publication: November 26, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

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PANORAMA METROPOLITAN DISTRICT By /s/ AJ Beckman Secretary

Legal Notice No.: 56982 First Publication: November 26, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to §29-1-106, C.R.S., as amended, that a proposed Budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the Lochmoor Water and Sanitation District, Jefferson County, Colorado (“District”), for calendar year 2016. A copy of said proposed Budget, which includes a summary of fund balances, revenues and expenditures of the District, is available for public inspection between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. at Haynie & Company, PC, 1221 W. Mineral Avenue, Suite 202, Littleton, CO 80120-4544.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Board of Directors of the Lochmoor Water and Sanitation District will consider the adoption of the proposed Budget at a public hearing to be conducted during a regular meeting of the District’s Board of Directors to be held on Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 7:00 P.M. at the residence of Ms. Tucker, located at 7270 West Radcliff Avenue, Littleton, CO 80123.

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Adopt Me Any interested elector of the Lochmoor Water and Sanitation District may inspect the proposed Budget for 2016 and file or register any objections or comments thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of said Budget.

Dated this 18th day of November, 2015.

LOCHMOOR WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT

By: /s/ Nancy Tucker, President

Legal Notice No.: 56992 First Publication: November 26, 2015 Last Publication: November 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

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