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Paul Ditson, the president of the Eiber Neighborhood Association, shows the variety of housing visitors will find in Eiber. The neighborhood recently received a grant to conduct a survey of the area for houses built before 1946. Photo by Clarke Reader
Lakewood in one neighborhood 100-year-old Eiber Neighborhood receives historic preservation grant By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com As Paul Ditson, president of the Eiber Neighborhood Association, walks up and down the streets of the area, streets he’s known since 1964, he can point to almost any house and identify the decade it was built. “This subdivision was mostly built in the 1950s and 60s,” he said, walking near his home on Garrison Street. “This was a big agricultural area, and many of the homes started as apple orchard sheds and chicken coops that received additions.” Eiber continues on Page 7
Eiber Neighborhood Association President Paul Ditson in front of the house he was raised in. His family moved into the house in 1964, and his love of the neighborhood inspired him to help protect its history.
New syringe exchange program comes to Jeffco By Christina Steadman csteadman@coloradocommunitymedia.com
A typical kit will include, from left, a tourniquet, syringes, water, alcohol, cotton balls and a cooker for drugs with a twist-tie for holding. Courtesy photo
In response to increasing numbers of opioid use and overdose deaths among residents, Jefferson County Public Health has opened the state’s eighth syringe exchange program, which provides participants with sterile needles and a place to safely dispose of used ones. Called Points West, and housed in the Jefferson County Public Health building, the five-month-old program has 27 participants, a number expected to grow as word gets out and the health department begins to promote the program, said Nancy Braden, the health department’s communications manager. “We know there’s a need, we know they’re effective,” Braden said of syringe exchange programs. But “it’s not enough to have all of these studies showing they’re effective. We actually need to start the programs.” Syringes continues on Page 7
Testing of all 158 of Jefferson County School District’s school facilities continued last week, revealing seven new schools with some form of elevated lead in the water. The newly detected locations brings the total number of schools with lead issues up to 30, out of the 40 schools with test results reported so far. Arvada K-8, the first school including the middle school grades to have test results come back, found eight water sources with lead above the 15 parts per billion level established by the EPA as the level over which water providers must work to improve water quality. Four classroom sinks, a drinking fountain in the cafeteria, and three non-classroom sinks tested high. One of the district’s highest lead readings was from a workroom sink, reading 1,760.8 ppb. Other high readings were found at elementary schools, including Hackberry with three sites, Molholm with three, and Vivian with seven. At Vivian Elementary, the high test results came from three classroom sinks, two classroom sink drinking fountain bubblers, and a double sink in an art room. One Lakewood school, Glennon Elementary, was found to have acceptable water quality, the district’s 10th school to be cleared. The school district chose to begin comprehensive lead testing in April, after a Head Start preschool facility in Arvada, owned by the district, tested high for the metal. The district began testing the oldest facilities first, those built long before the EPA raised lead standards in 1986 on how much of the heavy metal could safely be in the water supply. Work began last week at Arvada’s Peck Elementary to try and reduce lead levels by replacing faucet fixtures, and feed lines with newer, virtually lead-free plumbing parts. Assuming those changes fix the water quality problem, the district hopes to change out those parts at all affected schools before classes begin in the fall. The district says faucets that have not been replaced and retested have been marked unusable, and will not be used until repaired. Jeffco schools estimates Initial testing of all the school facilities will cost $75,000. The district’s complete test results can be found at www.jeffcopublicschools.org.
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New executive director at Western Hills About me … I am a native of Colorado. I grew up in Broomfield and graduated from Standley Lake High School in 1991. I went to Colorado State University and received a BS in Human Development and Family Studies. I worked for a while in nursing homes and decided to go back to school at Metropolitan State College and received a BA in Therapeutic Recreation in 2001. My career … For the past 20 or so years I have worked in long term care in many different capacities. I started as an activities director then went on to admissions and marketing. I was then fortunate enough to become a consultant and work for a few large companies in Colorado working closely with the activities directors and other leadership in the buildings on transitioning from traditional nursing home care to a focus on quality of life and how to deinstitutionalize the experience for the residents. As executive director at Western Hills ... I received my nursing home administrator license in May of 2014 so am still a fairly new administrator. For the past two years I have been the NHA (nursing home administrator) at a nursing home in Brighton and jumped at the opportunity to be in the Denver area and give up the drive to Brighton every day. I live in the area and much of my life happens in Lakewood, so I’m excited to be closer to all the things I love about Denver and the west side. I absolutely love coming to work
Amy Goeglein is the new executive director at Lakewood’s long-term care facility, Western Hills. She’s been a longtime advocate for long-term care, and is looking to make Western Hills the best facility for staff and residents. Courtesy photo and building relationships with the residents, staff and families. I feel lucky to have had the corporate experience for 10 years teaching and training and now I get to put it to use for myself. I am responsible for the overall clinical and financial outcomes of Western Hills but my real passion is making sure that everyone around me, residents and staff alike, have a great day every day. The long term care industry ... Long term care is an amazing profession and I am fortunate to be a part of it. If you have suggestions for My Name Is ..., contact Clarke Reader at creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com.
For many people like Morrison resident Ashley Watson, owning their own business is part of the American Dream. “I always wanted to have a business I could call my own,” Watson said. “I looked into the salon business because that’s something I’ve had an interesting for a while.” But starting a business is expensive, and often requires a business background and knowledge of city operations to get established. That’s where franchises come in. “Franchises are a great way for folks to get involved in business,” said Robert Smith, Lakewood’s economic development manager. “It’s not just taking a shot on their own — they have some backing behind them.” Lakewood strives to be business friendly, and franchisees are noticing. Watson just opened a Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids at 7660 W. Virginia Ave., Suite B, in the Lakewood City Commons. Toppers Pizza, a new pizza chain looking to finally come to Colorado, also has an eye on Lakewood. “The market is still controlled by these pizza giants, but we’re looking to create something that’s distinctive and individualistic,” said Mark P. Cairns, director of franchise development with Toppers.
“Colorado is one of the top tier markets we’re looking to develop in, and Lakewood has a lot of the demographics we’re looking for.” The licensing process for a new business is the same in Lakewood, whether it’s a franchise or an original business, Smith said. What being a franchisee does, he added, is lend some credibility to a project. “There is some kind of corporate backing behind the franchisee, which is reassuring for us and location owners to see,” he said. “I really enjoy working with franchises because they usually understand what it takes to make a business tick.” What draws many franchises to Lakewood is the same as residents - location. “We do really well with millennials, and Lakewood is home to a growing number of young people,” Cairns said. “Lakewood is on track to grow, and that will keep bringing customers in.” New families are a particular draw for Watson and her business, since it’s focused on children. “I knew there is a demand for family-centered businesses in Lakewood, and they want options when it comes to services like haircuts,” she said. “The city was great to work with, and all the businesses around us have been so welcoming.” The fact that national chains are looking at Lakewood is a boon for the city, Smith said. “It’s great working with franchises because the franchisees often live right here in the community,” he said. “All this interest is a sign we’re doing things right here.”
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Who Pays for What When You Buy or Sell Real Estate? It’s All Negotiable
Compared to most other states, Colorado is earn more, and the seller pays less. Only 15% blessed with low costs for both buyers and of listing agents (my calculation) include this sellers. The biggest costs for buyers apply only provision in their listing agreements. If a listing when there’s a mortgage. For sellers, the only agent doesn’t proactively offer that discount, you significant costs are the purchase of REAL ESTATE will want to request it. title insurance for the buyer and the Title insurance is the other big TODAY commissions owed to both agents. cost to sellers at closing. Here in But buyers don’t always pay the Colorado (unlike elsewhere, I’m “buyer” costs and sellers don’t always told) this is typically the seller’s pay the “seller” costs. What follows is expense on the theory that it’s the more detail about typical closing costs seller’s obligation to provide clear and how the payment of them can be title to the property being sold. The shifted between buyer and seller: cost of title insurance is pegged to Commissions to the listing and the sale price and is regulated by selling agents are always paid by the the state. Each title company must seller, although it doesn’t have to be file their rates with the Division of that way. Listing agreements specify By JIM SMITH, Insurance, so they tend to be comthe total commission paid by the seller, petitive. What’s not competitive and Realtor® and how much of that commission the therefore varies a lot is the “relisting agent will share with a buyer’s agent — if issue” rate. Most title policy underwriters offer there is one. The MLS requires that the listing big discounts if a title policy had been written on agent offer compensation to other MLS mem- the property (even by another company) up to 5 bers, but that offer could be as low as $1.00. years or more prior to the current closing date. Typically it is 2.8%, but not always. Title policies are issued when you refinance a Denver’s 2.8% co-op originated when listing mortgage, not just when you buy a house, so commissions were fixed by the Board of Real- the majority of transactions nowadays qualify for tors at 7% and it was deemed appropriate to a re-issue discount — if you choose the right give 40% of that amount to the buyer’s agent. title company for the closing. Ask! When the Department of Justice declared such Buyers who don’t pay cash have the highest price-fixing illegal, the listing commissions start- closing costs on real estate transactions. These ed dropping to where they now average be- fees are imposed by the lenders and can vary tween 5 and 5.5%. The 2.8% co-op commis- greatly. Typically, the lower the interest rate you sion, however, has lived on, out of fear that are quoted, the higher these fees will be, so agents wouldn’t show homes which paid them don’t just go by the interest rate. That’s the pursmaller commissions. As a result, it’s not un- pose of the “Loan Estimate” document now common for buyers’ agents to get bigger com- required in all such transactions. Space does mission checks than listing agents at closings. not permit me to be more detailed here, but you Many buyers are under the impression that absolutely should comparison shop lenders. the seller pays the buyer’s agent’s commission, Mortgage-related costs are sometimes paid and that an unrepresented buyer saves a seller by the seller through “concessions.” The pur2.8%, but it doesn’t work that way. If the buyer chase contract can include a provision that the doesn’t have an agent, it just means that the seller will pay up to “x” dollars toward buyer’s listing agent keeps that 2.8% — unless his list- loan costs, but this is a direct hit to the seller’s ing agreement with the seller provides for a bottom line. Buyers use this strategy so that “variable” commission. For example, my listing closing costs can be included in the mortgage. agreements always have a provision that if I For example, instead of buying a house for don’t have to share my commission with a buy- $250,000, the contract might have a purchase er’s agent, the commission charged to the seller price of $255,000, with the seller paying $5,000 is reduced by 1%. This way it’s a win-win. I of the buyer’s loan closing costs.
One of those mortgage-related expenses is the title policy that protects the lender. This is a “piggy-back” policy on the policy purchased by the seller to protect the buyer. As with re-issue rates, the rates for these lender policies vary among title companies. Buyers theoretically get to choose their own title company for the lender policy, but the title company writing the seller’s policy will give the buyer the best price. The fees charged by HOA management companies can be scandalously high and are totally unregulated. We’re talking hundreds of dollars for nothing more than providing a status letter (showing whether the seller is current on his HOA dues), providing board meeting minutes and financial statements, and changing the name of the property owner on their books. Worst of all, these fees benefit only the management company, not the HOA itself. Usually the seller pays these fees, but a buyer might offer to pay them as an incentive to accept their con-
tract. over the contract from another buyer. The “closing services fee” charged by the title company for conducting the actual closing can vary significantly. I’ve seen this fee range from $100 to $700. It is typically split 50/50 by the buyer and seller, but again a buyer could offer to pay the full fee as an inducement to accept their contract instead of another buyer’s. That covers the common costs of closing a real estate transaction. There are other deductions from sellers’ proceeds, but these are not costs of selling. The biggest of these is paying off any mortgage or other liens. In addition, the seller will be debited for property taxes pro-rated to the date of closing, and a few hundred dollars will be escrowed toward of the final water bill. After closing, the seller can expect three checks—a tax & insurance escrow refund from the mortgage company, a return premium on the homeowner’s insurance, and the balance of the water escrow from the title company.
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Chilies get roasted by Millers Farms growers for the new 40 West Farmers’ Market on July 21. The new market will run every Thursday from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. through late September. Photo by Clarke Reader
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Rising above the rumble and grumble of construction in the Lamar Station Plaza, a different sound emerged on July 21: the sound of friendly voices and bluegrass music. The smell of hot cement and dirt was replaced by the scent of baked goods, roasted chilies and fresh pierogies. And so, before Lakewood Mayor Adam Paul and other city leaders officially christened it, the 40 West Farmers’ Market opened for the season. “This market is something I put together with the help of the new 40 West Farmers Market Advisory Committee,” explained Gene Kalesti, the creator of the market. “The plan was to create something generational for the community.” The plan for the market is to start small — it will be at Lamar Station Plaza, 6759 W. Colfax Ave., from 4:30-8:30 p.m., and for the grand opening there were just six vendors. But the number grew to 13 on the 28th, and aims to be 20 for the following week. “This is just kind of a soft opening,” said Kevin Yoshida, a West Colfax leader, who showed up early to peruse the
new market. “We’re going to be getting more vendors and people in as we go.” Kalesti has been an executive chef for 34 years, and knows what he’s talking about when he comes to food. So while he’s aiming to do holiday markets that focus on artisans and arts creations, the focus of this new market is simple — the best eats around. Miller Farms and Eat A Peach Farms are among the smaller sized growers Kalesti hopes to highlight at the market. “There are so many great miniature farmers in Jefferson County that people don’t know,” he said. “We want to bring them in so people can taste their food.” Food vendors like The Bread Box, Lazlo Empanadas and Gene’s Pure Colorado were also on hand so people could snack as they wandered. “Isn’t this cute?” exclaimed one attendee to another as they first entered the market. That’s just the reaction Kalesti is hoping for, and what he wants to build on. “If you want to build something generational, you need everyone involved,” he said. “It’s really been a pleasure getting to know everyone here in Lakewood.”
The state of Colorado issued orders to close down operations at pet stores in Thornton and Lakewood after owners and one employee pleaded guilty over the past weeks to charges of animal cruelty. Cease and desist orders were issued to Jurassic Pets in Thornton and Lakewood, and the stores’ license applications have been denied, according to a July 11 news release from the Colorado Department of Agriculture. Sanctions were levied after one owner was found guilty of animal cruelty and another pleaded guilty to the same charges. Kenneth Kubic was convicted May 13 of 18 counts of cruelty to animals. Prosecutors said he neglected kittens, hedgehogs, reptiles and rodents in his store, Jurassic Pets, causing some animals to die. Lynn Kubic on June 15 pleaded guilty to animal cruelty charges. “The Cease and Desist Orders require Jurassic Pets … to stop all business activity and advertisements at each facility,” read the news release. “It has until (Aug. 5) to finalize business plans related to the company and animals.” Lynn and Kenneth Kubic are awaiting sentencing. Brian Kubic, whose relation is unknown, pleaded guilty earlier this year to one misdemeanor count of animal cruelty. He was sentenced in late June to serve one year of probation and was ordered to have no contact with animals. As a condition of probation, Adams County Judge Brian Bowen ordered Brian Kubic not to work with animals unless he first receives training or education.
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Nothing tastes better on a hot and sunny day than a fresh pint of beer — well, at least not to the 3,500 of craft beer fans who attended Arvada on Tap July 23. “We wanted to be here to listen to the music, taste the beer and enjoy the beautiful Colorado day,” said Leslie McClure, a member of the band “Gone Before They Got Here,” which played at the event’s VIP party on July 22. The festival, also a Kansas City Sanctioned Barbecue competition, offered a variety of beer, barbecue and products. With more than 30 breweries at the second annual event, beer fans received swigs of the styles brewing around the community. From fruitinspired lagers and the latest trend in sours to gluten-free beer and ciders, the festival offered something for everyone. All proceeds benefited Arvada’s service clubs: Arvada Sunrise and Arvada Evening Rotary clubs, Arvada-Jefferson Kiwanis club, and the Arvada Vitality Alliance, an organization for the betterment of Arvada.
PHOTOS BY CRYSTAL ANDERSON ‘What’s on tap?’ was a common question heard throughout the festival as craft beer fans from across the metro area sampled beers and ciders from across the community, region and the nation.
Along with the beer came beer-inspired art — like this handmade sign using license plates — products and brewing tools.
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Arvada’s Odyssey Beerwerks hangs out VIP style with several neighboring breweries such as New Image Brewing Company, Kokopelli Beer Company, the Yak and Yeti Brewpub and Colorado Plus Brew Pub, giving craft beer aficionados sneak peaks and samples of the various beers they have to offer. The tent also gave VIP guests the opportunity to talk one-on-one with the brewers.
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To evaluate the need in Jefferson County, Jeffco health department representatives talked with community partners and other institutions that have contact with intravenous drug users, such as law enforcement, healthcare providers and other organizations that offer syringe exchange programs. “We could see, from their participant data, that a lot of Jefferson County residents were going to Denver to get services,” said Kelly Conroy, Jeffco health department’s nurse manager of clinical services. “We established that yes, there is a need here.” Focus of syringe exchange programs Syringe exchange programs are not new concepts, said public health nurse Erin Blau, also the HIV coordinator with the Jeffco health department. Boulder was one of the first in the country to establish a syringe exchange in the late 1980s, Blau said. The other registered programs in Colorado are in Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, Georgetown, Grand Junction and Denver, which has two. When asked about the cost of the program, Braden said Points West utilizes existing staff to operate the program, and the state health department helped offset costs of supplies. Overall, there are 228 syringe service programs in 35 U.S. states, the District of Colombia, Puerto Rico and the Indian Nations, according to the North American Syringe Exchange Network. Studies have shown syringe exchange programs effectively save lives, Braden said. A federal government statement in 1998, she noted, stated the programs do so without losing ground in the battle against illegal drugs. In general, the program focuses on what is called harm reduction, Blau said. In other words, increasing access to clean and sterile injection supplies reduces the spread of HIV and Hepatitis C — bloodborne pathogens — and overdose risk among people who inject drugs. People who use the program also have access to education materials and resources to other vital healthcare ser-
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The history of Lakewood can be traced throughout the 100-year-old neighborhood, and the residents are working with Lakewood to preserve that history. The city received a $33,885 grant from the History Colorado State Historical Fund to conduct a comprehensive survey of the neighborhood and document buildings constructed before 1946. Some of these homes might be eligible for national, state or local historic designations. “Part of our responsibility is to survey the city and tell Lakewood’s story,” said Holly Boehm, principal planner with the city. “There’s a lot of development pressure on the area, so we want to make sure we document the history before it’s gone.” The Eiber Neighborhood (or Eiberhood as it is affectionately called by residents) is the area between Wadsworth Boulevard on the east, Colfax Boulevard to the north, Oak Street on the west and 6th Avenue on the south. The neighborhood was once mainly farmland and orchards used to help feed the growing city of Denver, but started to see more development as the Denver Ordinance Plant (which is now the Federal Center) brought employees in. According to Ditson’s research, the area saw a spike in single-family housing in the late 40s through 60s, and multifamily homes started appearing in greater numbers in the late 60s and 70s. Despite the development, the neighborhood clings to its history — there are around six homes from the 1890s still around, and more than 300 structures
HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS Jeffco’s Points West syringe exchange program is confidential and free. From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, anybody may come to the county’s Public Health building, 645 Parfet St. in Lakewood, to participate.. No appointment is necessary. Participants tell the front desk they are there for the Points West program. There is a one-time enrollment form to fill out. They will receive a confidential ID card for proof of enrollment, which protects them from being ticketed for carrying drug paraphernalia, such as clean needles. The card is valid for one year. After enrollment is complete, Jeffco health professionals discuss program participant rights and other healthcare services available — such as Hepatitis C testing, Sexually vices, Blau said. Program administrators are aware that syringe exchange programs may lower the perception of the risks involved with injection drug use, said Catherine Hoich, manager of adult outpatient/co-occurring services at the Jefferson Center for Mental Health. However, often the programs offer referrals for mental health care and/or substance use treatment. Keeping used syringes off the streets A key benefit to the Points West program, and others like it, is that it provides a safe disposal place for used needles, Conroy said. Steve Davis, public information officer for the Lakewood Police Department, agreed. Finding discarded needles in public places and officers being exposed to potential needle stick injuries if a person is subjected to a pat down are nothing new to law enforcement agencies, he said. Other agencies, locally and across the country, Davis said, have provided the department with data proving that programs such as Points West are successful. “There’s no reason to think it wouldn’t benefit our area also,” Davis said. The alternative, he added, is to have discarded needles on the streets. A drug user might put his or her health at higher risk from finding and using a
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Transmitted Infection (STI) testing and treatment and/or HIV counseling and testing. This discussion takes place every time a person visits Points West.
Sharing syringes is a direct route of HIV transmission. In 2013, an estimated 47,352 people were diagnosed with the HIV infection in the U.S. Seven percent, or 3,096, of them were attributed to injection drug use.
Then a health professional will properly dispose of used syringes and provide a needle kit. Participants receive a one-to-one exchange for used needles, plus 20 syringes. They will also receive other sterile equipment such as a sharps container, small cotton balls, alcohol and cookers for drugs.
The hepatitis C virus is very infectious and can easily spread when a person comes into contact with surfaces, equipment or objects that are contaminated with infected blood, even in amounts too small to see. Sharing or reusing needles and syringes increases the chance of spreading the hepatitis C virus.
Before the participant leaves, the health professional offers educational literature — anything from additional information on the other healthcare services, including community resources that help with addiction, and substance abuse treatment options for when a person is ready to stop using.
Globally, about 13 million people inject drugs and 1.7 million of them are living with HIV. The estimated global prevalence of hepatitis C in people who inject drugs is 67 percent.
contaminated needle. Non-users and children risk injury and infection from contaminated needles. A successful syringe exchange program will help keep discarded needles off the streets, he said. Davis hopes Points West will incentivize people to turn in all used syringes to a central location. “If they’re that much of a health risk,” he said, law enforcement wants “to do what we can to get them centrally disposed of.” Getting the word out Connecting the program to those who need it is a key concern for organizers. “Our hope is to continue to serve (all) people who inject drugs in the county,” Braden said. In general, hours of operation or difficulty finding transportation to a syringe exchange location, can be a problem for participants of such a program, Conroy said. And, Blau added, awareness that such the programs exist, “is a really big barrier as well.” The health department is still in
Harm reduction, such as needle/syringe programs and opioid substitution therapy, is an evidence-based approach to HIV prevention, treatment and care for people who inject drugs. Criminalization of drug use and stigma and discrimination against people who inject drugs contribute to ongoing HIV epidemics, as people who inject drugs fail to access harm reduction and other health services. Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and The World Health Organization the beginning stages of promoting the Points West program, so its success rate is hard to define at this point, Blau said. She noted the number of people using the program does not accurately reflect all the people it could benefit. But new clients come in every month, she said. And “we have gotten a lot of feedback that it is really helpful.”
WHERE S U MMER IS PA CK ED WI TH A C T ION, E ATS , S U N S H IN E & B E ATS built before 1946 also remain. Ditson lives in the Eiber house he was raised in, and has seen the changes and growth of the area over the decades. “We started our neighborhood association in response to development of the W Line,” he said. “We continued to be engaged, and work to ensure there is sensitive development in the area.” The W Line light rail now runs through the northern part of the neighborhood, and Ditson said the association played an important role in ensuring the line’s impact was minimal. Since the neighborhood is essentially built out, the only option for growth is high density redevelopment. “We’re keeping a close eye on any proposals for development,” Ditson said. “We have an eclectic mix of housing options, and we want to make sure any new homes fit into our character.” This grant is the second Lakewood has received for historic preservation, and Jeanne Ramsay, chair of Lakewood’s Historic Preservation Commission, said Eiber’s history was well-known among commissioners. A consultant firm will be hired to conduct the survey and provide its findings to the city and residents. “Eiber is going to be one of our first big projects,” she said. “It will be great to have this information and research for other historians and students to use.” As much as he already knows about his surroundings, Ditson hopes the survey will unearth new details and history of Eiber. “We’ll definitely be using the information in an education campaign for developers, to let them know the kind of thing we’d like to see in the are,” he said. “We’d like to use the information to maybe start a kind of walking tour, or find another way to share the history.”
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Education rivals join forces to craft state plan Two opponents from Jeffco school board recall fight are among the 17 members By Nic Garcia Chalkbeat Colorado A who’s who of Colorado’s education community — including two Jeffco parents and a Lakewood legislator — will help shape the state’s new federally required education plan. The 17-member committee will be responsible for finding consensus while sifting through wide-ranging opinions about how Colorado should run its schools under the new Every Student Succeeds Act, which is supposed to give states more freedom to chart their own courses. Among the topics the committee and its various subcommittees must address: standards, testing and teacher quality. While it’s still unclear how much leeway the state will get — Colorado officials have called proposed regulations a federal overreach — the process allows the state to stay the course on a number of reforms, start over or strike some balance. Any plan must win approval from
the Colorado Department of Education, the State Board of Education, the governor’s office and a panel of educators and parents who will weigh its viability. The U.S. Department of Education will give feedback during the process, then must give final approval. The committee includes State Board of Education chairman Steve Durham, a Colorado Springs Republican, and vice chairwoman Angelika Schroeder, a Boulder Democrat. Joining them are Republican State Rep. Jim Wilson of Salida and Democratic State Rep. Brittany Pettersen of Lakewood, both members of the House Education Committee. Here are the 13 other members: Evy Valencia, governor’s office Ken Delay, Colorado Association of School Boards Lisa Escarcega, Colorado Association of School Executives Linda Barker, Colorado Education Association Don Anderson, Colorado BOCES Association Diane Duffy, Colorado Department of Higher Education Jesus Escarcega, Colorado ESEA Committee of Practitioners Jim Earley, Jefferson County parent Ross Izard, Independence Institute Luke Ragland, Colorado Succeeds Jeani Frickey, Stand for Children Kirk Banghart, Moffat School District, Colorado Rural Alliance
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We’re gonna have to wait and see. I think that’s the best way to go about this. I can’t go into this with the presumption that Ross is going to be steadfast in one way, or that I’m going to be steadfast one way. ... I think the big thing is, “Let’s go into this with an open mind.”’
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Dan Schaller, Colorado League of Charter Schools State education department officials took the lead in choosing committee members. State Board of Education members were asked to nominate potential members, Schroeder said. One of the goals, Durham said, was to capture diverse viewpoints. Well, look no further than Earley and Izard. Both were heavily involved in the 2015 Jefferson County school board recall, from opposite sides. The recall campaign became a proxy for a larger debate about education policies such as merit pay for teachers and school choice. Earley supported the recall. Izard did not. So how might the former foes find
common ground? “We’re gonna have to wait and see,” Earley said. “I think that’s the best way to go about this. I can’t go into this with the presumption that Ross is going to be steadfast in one way, or that I’m going to be steadfast one way. … I think the big thing is, ‘Let’s go into this with an open mind.’” “Any productive policy discussion is going to involve disagreement,” Izard said in an email. “I welcome other points of view and the healthy debate they bring. Hopefully we can tackle the tough issues ahead with grace, honesty, and civility, even if we strongly disagree with each other on some points—and we almost certainly will.” The committee’s first meeting is scheduled for Aug. 8.
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The chapter will provide chicken, soft drinks, water and eating utensils, and attendees are asked to bring a side dish to share. Attendees may bring a beverage of choice, but a no-glass rule will be enforced by Golden’s park officers. Set up will begin at 4 p.m. with plans to eat at about 5:30-6 p.m. To learn more, visit www.westdenvertu.org.
August locations for Jefferson County Slash Collection program The Jefferson County Slash Collection program takes place every weekend May 21-Nov. 6 at various locations. August locations Aug. 6-7 at Conifer High School Aug. 13-14 at Jeffco Evergreen R&B Shop Aug. 20-21 at North Fork Fire Station Aug. 27-28 at Foothills Fire Rainbow Station Slash is debris from nature such as tree limbs, prunings and pine needles which can add to potential fire hazards on your property. Accepted materials are limbs, branches and tree debris with a maximum length of 8 feet and diameter of 6 inches, and loose pine needles, tree bark and pine cones. Materials that are not accepted are household trash, tree stumps, construction material and lumber, metal material of any kind, rocks and yard waste/grass clippings. Load parameters are based on six cubic yards, or 162 cubic feet, of material. The cost to drop off a single load of slash is $20. Credit cards only. Loads exceeding parameters will be charged additional fees. For more information, visit http://jeffco.us/slash/. Library’s summer reading goal almost met The Jefferson County Public Library’s Summer Reading program ends July 31, and this year’s goal has not been met. The county-wide reading goal this year is to collectively read a marathon, or 26.2 million minutes. So far, as of July 21, 21,890,456 minutes have been read. Summer Reading is a program designed to keep children reading over the summer to help them maintain gradelevel reading skills. Participants may be any age. To learn more, visit http://jeffcolibrary. org/summerreading. West Denver Trout Unlimited chapter picnic West Denver Trout Unlimited is having a picnic in lieu of its chapter meeting 4- 9 p.m. Aug. 3 at the East Pavilion in Lions Park, 1300 10th St. in Golden.
Mountain Melodies Music Festival The 13th Annual Mountain Melodies Music Festival takes place from noon to 4 p.m. Aug. 7 at the Buffalo Bill Museum & Grave, 987½ Lookout Mountain Road, Golden. The festival highlights established and new string band and bluegrass talent from Colorado’s Front Range communities. Performance schedule: Noon-1:15 p.m. — Harry Tuft and Friends 1:30-2:30 p.m. — Kantankerous 2:45-4 p.m. — Dakota Blonde Picnic meals, blankets and lawn chairs are permitted. The event is free and family friendly. To learn more, visit www.buffalobill. org. 2016 Jefferson County Hall of Fame Awards Two Arvada residents, two residents of Evergreen and one person from Lakewood are being honored at the 2016 Jefferson County Hall of Fame Awards. The honorees are Steve Camins and Eldon Laidig of Arvada, Sylvia Brockner and Dan Pike of Evergreen and the late Betty Miller of Lakewood. The 2016 Jefferson County Hall of Fame Awards luncheon takes place at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 24 at the Pinehurst Country Club, 6255 W. Quincy Ave., South Jeffco. Individual seats are $50; corporate tables that seat eight people cost $550. The Jefferson County Hall of Fame is a program of the West Chamber that recognizes business, government and philanthropy by honoring outstanding individuals who have had significant, long lasting impacts through their leadership and contributions to the county’s economy, community and legacy. To register for the luncheon, visit www. WestChamber.org or to arrange for a corporate table, contact Pam Bales at 720399-5652.
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Hundreds of people came to downtown Golden on July 21 to attend the Mopar Big Block Party. The block party was a kickoff to the 37th annual Mopar Mile-High NHRA Nationals, which took place July 22-24 at Bandimere Speedway in Morrison. Photos by Christy Steadman
MOPAR REVS UP THE FUN Mopar block party draws large crowd to Golden for kickoff of annual NHRA race The annual Mopar Big Block Party rolled through Golden this year on July 21. Hundreds of people gathered on
Washington Avenue as a kickoff to the 37th annual Mopar Mile-High National Hot Rod Association Nationals, which took place July 22-24 at Bandimere Speedway in Morrison.
PHOTOS BY CHRISTY STEADMAN Joyce Mars of Aurora stands with a 1966 Plymouth Belvedere II, her husband Michael’s car. The couple loves Mopar and comes every year. But this year is special — it’s the first year they have been invited to display the car. So, they changed their weekend camping plans to attend the celebration.
People participate in a race simulator at the Mopar Big Block Party July 21 on Washington Avenue in Golden. Along with this attraction, the crowd enjoyed food and beer vendors, live music and, of course, cool cars.
The Steve Thomas Band entertains the crowd at the Mopar Big Block Party with hit songs from the primarily the 1980s.
Mayor Adam Paul hosts ‘walk ‘n’ talk’ Mayor Adam Paul’s year of focusing on health will continue with his next walk `n’ talk event for residents and community members to participate in a healthy activity while talking with the mayor about Lakewood. The event will be 9-10:30 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 6, at Union Square Park, 12200 W. Second Place. Paul’s walk `n’ talk events are part of his effort to cover several health topics throughout the year ranging from healthy neighborhoods and healthy ways to communicate to exercise and nutrition. These topics are appearing monthly on his “Spotlight on Lakewood” show on Lakewood8, the City’s government-access cable channels 8 and 880, and ondemand at Lakewood.org/ Spotlight. Annual Car No. 25 open house Aug. 6 Lakewood Heritage, Culture and the Arts hosts an open house where visitors can ride the historic Denver and Intermountain Interurban trolley Car No. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 6 at the Denver Federal Center Building No. 78, entering via Gate 1 on Kipling Street north of Alameda Parkway. All adults must provide a government photo I.D., such as a driver’s license, for entry. Pets are not permitted. This annual event includes rides on Car No. 25 (weather permitting), childrens’ activity, transit history and light refreshments. Donations will be gratefully accepted. Car No. 25 was once part of Denver’s extensive electric transit system that included more than 250 miles of track connecting Denver with Golden and Boulder. In 1988, the Rocky Mountain Railroad Club Historical Foundation embarked on a 22-year project to restore Car No. 25, now the last remaining, completely intact electric railway car that once served the Denver area. For more information, please call 303-987-7850, email HCA@Lakewood.org or visit Lakewood.org/HistoricTransit. Want to learn about city planning? Lakewood’s Citizens’ Planning Academy (CPA), an interactive program intended to provide residents with a background in the fundamentals of city planning, is scheduled to begin in August. CPA is aimed at educating our citizens, neighborhood leaders, and future members of City Council and its appointed boards and commissions. This program provides citizens and business owners with the opportunity to learn about the city planning process and to participate in six lively discussions about how city planning helps shape our community. Sessions are led by nonpartisan planning experts invited by the City’s Planning Department to present on variety of planning topics. The Citizens’ Planning Academy is made up of six sessions, three-and-a-half
hour sessions that include dinner and begin August 18, and continue through late October. Class size is generally limited to 25 participants and program is sponsored by the city. Residents can learn more and apply at www.lakewood. org/PlanningAcademy/. Fire restrictions in place at Lakewood’s regional parks Lakewood has issued fire restrictions starting today for Lakewood’s Bear Creek Lake Park, Thunder Valley Motocross Park and William Frederick Hayden Park on Green Mountain. The restrictions limit visitors to having only certain kinds of fires while visiting these outdoor facilities, and they limit where visitors can smoke. For more details, visit Lakewood.org/FireRestrictions. Fire restrictions for Bear Creek Lake Park, Thunder Valley and William Hayden Park: -Only fires that are contained in a designated barbecue grill or fire ring and are smaller than 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet in height are allowed. -No smoking in a developed recreation site or while outside unless in an enclosed vehicle or building or standing in an area 6 feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all combustible material. Smoking materials must be discarded in approved containers. Permitted smoking in outdoor areas of businesses is allowed. -No use of model rockets. -Liquid or gas fueled appliances including liquid
gas grills, camp stoves and lanterns are allowed. Activities that are always prohibited: -No bonfires or any recreational fire that is larger than 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet in height. -Burning in a careless manner, leaving a fire unattended or failing to extinguish any fire. -Burning trash and debris. -Using any fireworks including sparklers, Roman candles, sky lanterns or any other device containing an explosive substance. -Open burning without a permit and failing to take adequate measures to prevent uncontrolled fires.
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Politics has turned world upside down You have got to be kidding, right? In the weeks that should be highlighting their qualifications to be president, we have a convention in Cleveland that highlights how unprofessional Trump’s bid is and a convention in Philadelphia that highlights how corrupt Hillary’s bid is. And the world laughs at circus clowns. Of course, with Hillary, the surprise is how blatant it was, and that her camp wasn’t able to kill the story before it broke. Had the perfect storm of demographics and discontent that fueled Barack Obama’s insurgency campaign in 2008 welled up again this year, maybe Bernie might have had a chance. But the “inevitability” of Hillary pushed out of the process anybody else who may have credibly challenged her, so this sort of thing never saw the light of day when something could have been done about it. The Republican side is a little harder to sort. First of all, it started with more candidates than pitchers who have lost a game for the Rockies this year, and most of them were creatures of Washington (which, strangely, is an even worse affiliation than “Rockies bullpen”). But that only partially explains Trump — the rest is, well… Consider this: On Sept. 12, 2001, the U.S. flag was everywhere — houses, trucks, bridges, inappropriate pieces of clothing — everywhere! Now, not even 15 years later, people are being ordered
to remove them from in front of their houses, students wearing flag clothing have been suspended, and many flags are at the bottoms of bonfires these two weeks. In 1996, a Democrat President Clinton signed into law the Michael Alcorn Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), and it was HITTING a major controversy just four years later HOME when Vermont created a statutory provision for civil unions. These days? Not only is gay marriage the law of the land but, a scant 20 years after DOMA, unwilling people are being ordered to participate. In 2005, one of the more contentious and intractable political debates was about illegal immigration. Today … OK, never mind, bad example. In 2001, we felt like we had a grasp of who the enemy was, and we called it as we saw it … sort of (until we got distracted—but I digress). Now, barely 15 years later, we’re all so afraid to offend that many refuse to even call the enemy by the terms it uses to describe itself. I list those and I highlight the timeframe
that we’re talking about to point out the pace of change in our culture over the past two decades, which is independent of political leaning. Agree on the issues or not, the world has undeniably changed in 20 years. I know, to some brought up in the world of the smartphone, 20 years seems like an eternity. But to many who have seen a few 20s in their lives, the speed at which the world is changing is dizzying. And I use the word “dizzying” advisedly. For some, their sense of what this country is has been completely unhinged and, like the carnival ride that suddenly rotates in a third plane, up becomes down and the world starts spinning. For Democrats, who generally like those changes, Hillary, in spite of her weakness, is a known quantity who has been in the carnival for so long they trust her. And Trump is the carnival barker who some in the GOP are hoping can rein in all the chaos. Whether Trump can, or even wants to, is an open question, but nobody in the bullpen was ever going to be the solution. So, we, the people, like the parent who gets stuck on too many spinny rides with his child, are left sick to our stomach, wondering what happened, and how did THAT get in my system. Michael Alcorn is a teacher and writer who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. His novels are available at MichaelJAlcorn.com.
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Spellcheck and civility better than blind hate Online comments sections, such as those of The New York Times, have an irresistible pull on me … to read, that is. I’ve never joined in on an online discussion, although I certainly have very strong opinions about what’s being said. I do come across some thoughtful and well-considered comments, but many – if not most – of these online posts are spiked with hate, arrogance and ignorance, often expressed in bad grammar and poor spelling. Not that such errors don’t appear in even the articles themselves, of course, as casualties of the instantaneous breakingstory format of internet news. For the online commenters, though, I think some of them are just in a major hurry to launch their points of view into the world of cyberspace. Internet trolls aside (those who post inflammatory statements just to get others riled up), online commenters hurl vehement posts back and forth at each other, often spewing vitriol
that is “beyond the pale,” as one person commented in a discussion around a Times article about the Republican National Convention in Cleveland last week. He went on to say, “Hate speech need not be true for its consequences to Andrea Doray be real.” That stateALCHEMY ment struck me. I mentioned that I haven’t jumped into the fray … yet. But when I see blatant falsehoods – whether the author knew they were lies or not – my fingers twitch on the keyboard. To clarify, I’m talking about facts here, not people’s opinions, which clearly we are all entitled to, but the gibberish that these people put forth
as truth. Part of my character – for good or ill – is an overwhelming need for things to be right. Maybe it’s my Libra-driven balanced-scales-of-justice requirement. In any case, I have a barely containable urge to set everyone straight about what they’re saying. My first thought is: Don’t these people know? Don’t they know that what they are hearing or reading is false? Don’t they know that what they are parroting back is false? My answer to my own question is simply “maybe not.” Politics are fascinating to me, and, as an admitted information junkie, I’m devouring as much as I can during this election season. So I really don’t (really) expect others to bombard themselves at this level. And yet, and yet … the comment I referenced earlier – “Hate speech need not be true for its consequences to be real” – made so much sense to me that
I’m actually considering wading into the murky waters of internet discussions. What would I say? Certainly, I would contribute facts, and references for these facts, to the conversation. I have a myriad of these bookmarked on my computer. But I would also say something like, “If you have to hate – and make sure that everyone else knows you hate – then hate something that’s actually real. Not falsehoods created expressly to be shared. Not misleading statements engineered to deceive. And especially not outright lies that could so easily be exposed. Seek the facts, consider the facts, and, if you must, then hate those facts. Take a stand, sure. Make your voice heard — without shouting. Share your passionate views with civility. And please use spellcheck. Andrea Doray is a writer who sometimes gets her own words mixed up, too. Contact her at a.doray@andreadoray.com.
Take time to find symmetry in the natural world Symmetry is all around us in summertime. Children are fascinated with insects, flowers and other natural objects that are symmetrical. This is an opportunity to talk about some math concepts and make beautiful Esther Macalady symmetrical objects in nature. LIFELONG There are two LEARNING main types of symmetry: rotational and reflection. When children point the top or bottom of pine cones at their nose they can see that both sides of the swirl or rotation are the same. If children look at a butterfly and cover one half going north and south, they will see both sides are the same (reflection). If they place a little mirror down the center (going north and south),
they will see the reflection is exactly like the other half. Collect nature When families go on car trips or hikes they can collect symmetrical clam shells, leaves, flowers, rocks, insects, or take close-up pictures of them. Point out to children that their bodies and shadows are symmetrical, too. Is their house symmetrical? Look at family pets. When they are observed at certain angles, are they symmetrical? This easy art project is another way to play with symmetry. Gather some drinking straws to use as eye droppers for colors of poster paint, markers, sheets of paper, small stones or art jewels. Help children fold a paper in half either the long way or short way. Open
the paper and drop several colors of paint from the straw “eye droppers” onto one half of the paper next to the fold line. Children can now fold the paper over the paint. Rub gently over the paper to blend the colors. Open the paper and talk about the “blobby” shape that has appeared. Point out that what is on one side of the fold is also on the other side of the fold. Look for the symmetry. Symmetry Search While the paint is drying, search for symmetry in leaves, flowers, pine cones, insects and other objects in your own backyard. Children often enjoy taking close-up pictures of colorful insects on bright flowers that are also symmetrical. Use a magnifying glass and study some insects or spiders you find. Talk about
what makes them the same and different. Once the paint is dry children can use markers to add antennae, wings, eyes and legs. To make the new insect even more beautiful children may want glue on craft jewels. They can name the new insect and put it on display. Some books about symmetry include: “What is Symmetry in Nature?” by Bobbie Kalman and “Is it Symmetrical?” by Nancy Allen. Esther Macalady lives in Golden. Grandparents Teach Too is an organization that helps families prepare young children for success in school and a lifetime love of learning. For more information and podcasts, visit www.grandparetsteachtoo.org and www. grandparentsteachtoo.blogspot.com.
Superstar employees are grown, not bought Enticing accomplished superstars from other companies/industries to jump ship and join your company is thought to be a quick recipe for success. Unfortunately, studies by Harvard Business Review show the fallacy in this thinking. What often happens is these newly hired superstars crash and burn and achieve nothing near to what they became famous for. What is now becoming evident is you are better off grooming your own key people within your organization and giving them increased responsibilities and training. A successful Glenn Bott leader has the vision, management support GUEST and a great team to make it all happen. COLUMN A more predictable strategy for success is to help these rare people grow their power, stature and fully realize their capabilities. Give them the mission and latitude to create something awesome. When this happens everyone wins. This may mean handling them differently because they don’t fit the normal protocols that work so well with most employees. To begin seeding your organization with these unique and multi-talented individuals be more demanding when hiring. Ask different questions and do your best to filter out those who don’t meet your desired criteria. This requires the hiring manager to have a vision of what they want to accomplish. It’s easier to do your filtering before the offer vs. later when they’ve already become an employee. Look for: Experience Not just in their specialty, but experience with failure. Have they failed in a
grand way? What did they learn? How are they now a better person and employee? What would they do differently? Those that failed and learned everything that can be gleaned from this “failure” are incredibly more resilient and confident than those who haven’t experienced this failure. These people have new perspectives and know what to look for in moving forward. They are smart. Adaptable. Resilient. They can be the difference between a product’s success or failure. Ability to inspire others They add value by helping others realize their power and ability to not panic when something seems overwhelming. Because these people have walked the path and know many survival skills first-hand, they help instill confidence in others because they survived. Their new and unique point-of-view is inspirational. They are a natural magnet for those looking for new ways to solve their own problems. They share real-life experience and not some new fad solution. People respect their survival and ability to overcome adversity. Maintaining their center Find people who take everything in stride and focus on solutions instead of the problem. People who have overcome severe adversity keep their balance and maintain their confidence. They know there’s a solution. They have long ago left the “sky is falling” panic mode and calmly focus on the knowns and begin to assemble a list of possibilities. Their confidence and ability to remain unaffected is contagious. They have the ability to look for maximum leverage points and Bott continues on Page 13
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Hydration with a twist Cut calories and sugar with infused water By Alex DeWind adewind@coloradocommunitymedia.com
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he concept of infused water is easy — its simply fruits, vegetables or herbs soaked in pure water. The trend caught on in recent years. Supermarkets carry brands of it, such as Hint Water — 16 oz. of water with a splash of fruit. Whole Foods Market makes its own, which comes in plastic bottles filled with leafy greens and colorful fruits. There are even water bottles and pitchers specifically designed for the fad with a center compartment for fruits and veggies. For those that prefer flavored drinks to plain water, infused water is a healthy alternative packed with nutrients and some flavor.
Because water, medical experts say, is essential for good health. It makes up 60 percent of a person’s body weight, according to Mayo Clinic, an online nonprofit medical organization. “Every system in your body depends on water,” it says, “For example, water flushes toxins out of vital organs, carries nutrients to your cells, and provides a moist environment for ear, nose and throat tissues.” Lack of water can result in dehydration, which can cause decreased energy, headaches and fatigue, Mayo Clinic says. The general rule of thumb is to drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water per day. For those who don’t like drinking plain H2O, try adding a glass of infused water.
QUICK TIPS Infused water, also known as flavored water, is any combination of fruits, vegetables or herbs soaked in water. It’s a healthy, and more cost-friendly, alternative to bottled drinks sold at grocery stores. Below are some quick tips on how to make infused water from allrecipes, a foodfocused social network and magazine. On ingredients: Allrecipes says choose organic when possible. And be sure to wash produce and rinse herbs to remove chemicals and pesticides.
On water: Use cold or room temperature filtered water. Hot water will wilt produce and may compromise nutrients. On preparation: Softer fruits, such as oranges strawberries, can be sliced thick, thin, halved, or quartered. Harder fruits like apples should be sliced very thinly because they take longer to release flavors, allrecipes experts say. Crush herbs, such as rosemary or lemongrass, with a muddler or wooden spoon. Tear or crush leafy herbs, such as mint or basil.
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RECIPES, IDEAS FOR MAKING DRINKS Vegetable-infused water Caylee Chacon, nutritional health coach for Natural Grocers at Town Center in Highlands Ranch, recommends using vegetables in infused water. “I try to veer away from sugar,” she said. “You get so much of it day in and day out.” Even though fruits are packed with nutrients, they get that sweet, tangy taste from natural sugar. For example, three ounces of pomegranate has 11.6 grams of sugar, according to The Daily Meal, a food and
drink network. Figs, grapes, mangos and cherries also have higher amounts of sugar. For those who prefer low-sugar and low-calorie infused water, vegetables are an alternative. Most vegetables are packed with nutrients, including potassium, dietary fiber, folic acid, vitamin A, and vitamin C. And they are naturally low in fat and have zero cholesterol, the United States Department of Agriculture reports. Recipes continues on Page 13
On time and temperature: Infuse water at room temperature for no more than 2 hours and then put in the fridge to keep fresh.
Lemon, raspberry, rosemary
Cucumbers, citrus fruits, melons, and mint flavor water almost immediately. Apples, cinnamon, fresh ginger root, and rosemary need an overnight soak in the fridge.
Watermelon, honeydew, mint
After 24 hours, strain out the solid fruits, vegetables or herbs and refrigerate the infused water for up to 3 days.
Orange, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves
Allrecipes recommends the following flavor combos: Cucumber, lime, strawberry, mint
Orange, blueberry, basil Lime, ginger root, basil Cucumber, mint, jalapeno Lemon, thyme Pear, fennel Source: www.dish.allrecipes.com/freshideas-for-making-infused-water/
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Actor shares thoughts on her one-woman show By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com The Edge Theatre’s second summer show introduces audiences to Sue Mengers, a Hollywood agent who worked with talent like Barbara Streisand, Steve McQueen, Cher and Burt Reynolds. And does she have stories to tell. Henry Award winner Emma Messenger plays Mengers in the one-woman show, “I’ll Eat You Last: A Chat with Sue Mengers,” directed by Josh Hartwell. This raucous character study allows Messenger to push her limits as a performer and bring the audience along. We spoke to Messenger about the role and challenges she faces: Tell me about the show for people who aren’t familiar with it? “I’ll Eat You Last” is a one-woman show about the Hollywood super-agent Sue Mengers. She was incredibly powerful in a male-dominated industry, where
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calmly begin to break a problem down into bite-sized chunks. A strong sense of priority These people have an incredible gift of being able to maintain focus on their vision and exclude daily distractions. They are committed to achieving their
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A few veggies to try: Beets Bell peppers Jalapenos Cucumbers Celery Carrots Lemon water Adding lemon to hot or cold water is a natural way to cleanse the body. Lemon has an antioxidant called d-limonene, which has been shown to activate detoxifying enzymes in the liver, according to Health Magazine. “These processes take compounds present in the liver that are toxic to cells and convert them to non-harmful or less harmful versions,” the health women’s magazine says. “These `toxins’ can range from caffeine
women were rarely able to wield any power, ascending to her strength in the ‘70s. Yet we meet her just as she has begun to lose that power. She has fallen off the cliff and has not quite realized Messenger that she’s no longer on terra firma. So it’s not just a movieland gossip fest, it’s also a story of aging past your prime, of no longer keeping up in a world that has moved past you. How did you approach the character of Sue Mengers? I read every story and article I could find about her. I watched other actress’ videos. And I listened over and over to the only available recording of her — the Mike Wallace “60 Minutes” interview from 1975. She was so surprising, her voice so soft and feminine, even though she was saying outrageous things. Then I put all that down and just focused on the John Logan text with the
desired outcome. Nothing will stand in their way. They view “issues” as nothing more than speed bumps on the road to success. Their vision remains intact along with their commitment to achieving it. Sense of wonderment The ability to find beauty and joy while in an uncomfortable situation is both a gift and a strength. These are learned traits that come from successfully navigating life’s variety of experiences. They choose to be happy at all
help of my brilliant director, Josh Hartwell. Josh really took me in a different direction than I would have gone on my own. She’s such a flamboyant person. My instinct led me to this loud, overthe-top creation. Josh insisted on a more subtle and nuanced take and, hopefully, instilled a more interesting characterization. What are the challenges of doing a one-woman show? It can be very lonely. And you have to stay so focused, because if you blank on stage, there’s no one to come to your rescue. It’s also a challenge to play with the audience, because it’s not like you have a scene partner you have grown to know and trust over a rehearsal period. You have no idea what kind of energy and reaction the audience will give you. What’s your favorite part about working on this production? I love the stories. Sue was such a raconteur and John Logan’s script is so
times regardless of what is occurring around them. They have a solid sense of contentment in being who they are and relish in the diversity of experiences that life provides. They choose to use their storehouse of experiences to accomplish their vision and consider life a big jigsaw puzzle — their job is to assemble the pieces in the correct order. When your business has clarity around its vision and goals, it’s much easier to find and cultivate great employees that can take your company to new levels. The risk level is lower because
to ibuprofen.” Lemon can also improve digestion and increase the absorption of minerals in the body. The fruit contains pectin, a soluble fiber that helps the drinker feel full, which can also help weight loss. The bitter taste of the nutrient-packed fruit can be toned down with honey or Stevia — a sugar substitute from plant leaves that is sold in most grocery stores.
grams of sugar, 3.75 mg of potassium, and 13.75 mg of sodium, WebMD says. Coconut water has an acquired, semi-sweet taste. Highlands Ranch resident Caroline Gutierrez only likes the brand “Real Coconut Water,” which comes in a green glass bottle. It’s sold at chain superstores, such as Wal-Mart. “It makes me feel better when I’m dehydrated,” Gutierrez said.
Coconut water Coconut water is low in calories, fat- and cholesterolfree and has more potassium than four bananas, according to WebMD, an online healthcare network. It’s also very hydrating and has less calories, sodium and sugar than many sports drinks. Per ounce, most unflavored coconut water contains 5.45 calories, 1.3 grams sugar, 61 milligrams (mg) of potassium, and 5.45 mg of sodium, WebMD says. Gatorade, has 6.25 calories, 1.75
Watermelon water Watermelon, a sweet summer favorite, has many vitamins and minerals, including potassium, B vitamins and vitamin A. Watermelon also contains antioxidants, including lycopene, which may help reduce the risk of some cancers, according to Livestrong, an online website dedicated to a healthy lifestyle. And the fruit has l-citrulline, an amino effective in reducing muscle soreness in athletes. Watermelon water is easy to prepare and requires little time.
IF YOU GO WHAT: “I’ll Eat You Last: A Chat with Sue Mengers” WHERE: The Edge Theatre 1560 Teller St., Lakewood WHEN: Through July 31 Friday - Saturday - 8 p.m. Sunday - 6 p.m. COST: $28 INFORMATION: 303-232-0363 or www. theedgetheater.com
witty and well crafted. It’s a joy to act. What would Sue tell people who are considering seeing the show? She would say, “Buy a ... ticket and get your a-- in the seat!” She was rather salty to say the least.
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Follow this simple recipe from the Food Network. Ingredients: 3 cups peeled, seeded watermelon, diced 1/2 cup sugar, or as needed Lime wedges, for garnish Directions: Puree the diced watermelon with 4 cups cold water in blender. Blend until smooth, and then pour into a pitcher - any ground seeds should remain in the bottom. Add 6 cups cold water and sweeten with sugar, as needed. Garnish with lime wedges. Source: www.foodnetwork. com/recipes/bobby-flay/aguade-sandia-watermelon-recipe. html DIY sports drinks It’s important to replenish electrolytes lost during a workout session, especially in the summer heat. For those who prefer sports drinks to water, there are natural alternatives
without the sugar and calories. Daily Burn, a website with tools on how to live a healthier, happier and more active lifestyle, recommends several do-ityourself recipes for the exercise devotee. Below is the recipe for a DIY electrolyte sports drink. Ingredients: 1/2 liter of ginger water — Cut one medium-sized ginger root into large coins and place into a large pot with 1 liter of water. Bring to a boil and then simmer for 15 minutes. Let the ginger water steep until cool. 1 liter of water Juice of 3 small lemons 1/2 tsp. sea salt Stevia — an alternative to sugar — to taste Directions: Mix all ingredients together into a large jar or pitcher and stir to combine. Refrigerate.
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From left, Brittany Rickson, Matt Shircliff and Jill Zablonski often come to O’Brien Park in Parker to hunt for new types of Pokémon. “I know I’m addicted to Pokémon Go…” Rickson said. “This could be like Candy Crush all over again.” Photo by Casey Van Divier
‘I caught a Pikachu in her kitchen’ Smartphone users around metro area catch Pokémon fever By Casey Van Divier Special to Colorado Community Media Clark Wilson, 12, was at summer camp in Massachusetts earlier this month when the new app, Pokémon Go, was released for iPhone and Android. “All the camp counselors were talking about it as soon as it came out,” Wilson said. Though the campers weren’t allowed to play the game during camp, counselors started catching Pokémon immediately. “The app was pretty big news,” said Wilson, back home in Highlands Ranch and looking for Pokémon with his mom at Civic Green park last week. “I downloaded it after I got home.” The Pokémon franchise, once limited to trading cards and video games, is growing larger and larger since the release of Pokémon Go on July 6. Though the app is free to download, in-app purchases generated more than $14 million in just five days, according to SuperDataResearch. The eagerly awaited app — which uses augmented reality technology — hit the top of U.S. sale charts 13 hours after its release, according to Boy Genius Report. Players use their cell phone cameras to view their surroundings. The game then adds Pokémon characters
POKÉMON AROUND THE WORLD Pokémon Go has been released in more than 30 countries. The game has led to acts of goodwill and unfortunate accidents. And intriguing stories related to the game continue to make the news every day.
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• In New York City, Pokémon fans are charging up to $30 an hour to catch and train Pokémon for other players.
• In Colorado, the Department of Transportation screened this notice on digital message boards above highways around the state: “Beware the Pokémon – Don’t game and drive.” • In Indiana, an animal shelter invited Pokémon Go players to walk adoptable dogs as they play the game. • In Israel, President Reuven Rivlin posted a picture of himself catching a Pokémon in his office.
to the screen, making it seem as if they have appeared in real life. “Research suggests the game is so popular because of the appeal of combining the virtual world with the real world,” said Annie Butler, associate professor and department chair of human services at the Metropolitan State University of Denver. Butler specializes in addictive behavior as it relates to video games and technology. “It sounds like a fun game, but there are two sides to every coin,” Butler said. “Some people can use it and it’s no big deal. But it becomes an addiction when people try to stop playing and can’t, or
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• In Ohio, three teenagers trespassed onto the site of a nuclear power plant in search of rare Pokémon.
• In Maryland, a man crashed his vehicle into a police car while he was playing the game. • In Gloucestershire, England, a Pokémon Go player called police to report a stolen Pokémon. Sources: Greeley Tribune, Time Magazine, CNN, Fox News, The Guardian, CBS News, Washington Post let it interfere with their relationships.” Butler believes the game appeals to different demographics in different ways. While kids enjoy the cartoon images and the gaming pieces of it, she said adults are more likely to enjoy the way they can use the app without experiencing the usual solitary aspects of gaming. Christopher Cole, a Pokémon Go player and father of two, is one of many adults who have become avid Pokémon trainers this month. Cole typically plays the game with his two children and his wife, Karen. “We go on walks around the neighborhood and make it an adventure,”
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Cole said. In the first 12 days since downloading the game, the Parker resident walked more than 55 miles. “It motivates people to go to places they’ve never gone before and see parts of the city they’ve never seen before,” he said. Pokémon Go works with Google Maps to direct players to Pokéstops, sites where they can catch different Pokémon based on their geographical location and the time of day. These places are usually located in neighborhoods, parks, stores or malls. Brittany Rickson, 22, Matt Shircliff, 17, and Jill Zablonski, 26, often go to Parker’s O’Brien Park to catch Pokémon. “We usually come here together,” said Zablonski, who was the first of the friends to download the game. “Brittany downloaded the game a few hours after I did, when I told her I caught a Pikachu in her kitchen,” she said. “I play Pokémon Go too much — I’m always on it,” said Rickson. “I play a good four or five hours a day, at work and everything.” The three friends are just a fraction of the many people catching Pokémon in O’Brien. “Even at 10 at night, the O’Brien parking lot is full,” said Cole. “It’s interesting to see all the people getting together and having fun, regardless of age and location.”
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Girl, 9, heads to Pokémon world championships She prefers the video game, but likes the new app, too
By Casey Van Divier Special to Colorado Community Media When Adyson Meyer first picked up a Pokémon video game two years ago, she never predicted she would compete in the 2016 Pokémon U.S. National Championships. The 9-year-old from Arvada wanted to play the game because her brothers made it look so fun. But she had no idea how talented a Pokémon trainer she would become. At the beginning of this month in Columbus, Ohio, Meyer took third place in the Junior Division of the competition. She heads to San Francisco in August to compete at the world championship. “I wanted to enter the competition to see how much I’ve grown,” she said.
Adyson Meyer, 9, recently took third place in the junior division of the 2016 Pokémon U.S. National Championships in Ohio. The Arvada resident has been playing Pokémon for two years. “I did a bunch of practicing for it, and my brothers and sister helped me prepare,” she said. Photo by Courtesy photo
Meyer pitted the team of Pokémon she had created in the video game against the teams of other players in her division. “I did a bunch of practicing for it,” she said, “and my brothers and sister helped me prepare.” Meyer, who plans to keep playing Pokémon video games until she can compete in the Masters Division for ages 16 and older, also trained with other Arvada residents at Pokémon League meet-ups. These weekly gettogethers in the town’s Game Heroes store give Pokémon fans a chance to test their skills against one another, trade Pokémon and win prizes. Although she prefers the original Pokémon video games, Meyer also has played the new Pokémon Go app quite a bit. “I like how it’s really competitive,” Meyer said. And “it’s fun just to have an adventure.”
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THEATER/SHOWS
Free Outdoor Movie The family film “How to Train Your Dragon” will be shown at dusk Friday, July 29, Peace Lutheran Church, 5675 Field Street in Arvada. Provided will be popcorn and lemonade for all. Bring blanket or lawn chairs and bug spray. Arrive any time after 8 p.m. Open to the public. Contact the church office at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@peacelutheran.net. Summer Series The Edge Theater Company presents its Summer Series at 1560 Teller St., Suite 200, Lakewood. Tickets for individual shows available, or a Summer Series pass can be purchased. Contact 303-232-0363 or go to www.theedgetheater.com. The second show in the series is “I’ll Eat You Last: A Chat with Sue Mengers,” running through Sunday, July 31. Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 6 p.m. Sundays. The closing performance of “I’ll Eat You Last” is at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 31.
‘Oliver!’ Colorado ACTS presents a friends and family production of “Oliver!” Dickens’s tale of childhood innocence is an unforgettable story of threat and mystery. Show times are 7 p.m. Friday, July 29, Saturday, July 30, Friday, Aug. 5 and Saturday, Aug. 6, with a 2 p.m. show Saturday, Aug. 6, and a special family night at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4. Theater is at 11455 W I-70 Frontage Road, Arvada. Call 303-456-6772. Visit www.coloradoacts.org for information.
‘The Addams Family’ Evergreen Players presents “The Addams Family” through Sunday, July 31 at Center Stage, 27608 Fireweed Drive, Evergreen. Princess of darkness Wednesday Addams has fallen in love with a normal young man from a respectable family. What could go wrong. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays. Call 303-674-4934 or go to www. evergreenplayers.org.
HeavenFest Music Festival The largest Christian music festival returns to Bandimere Speedway, 3051 S. Rooney Road, Morrison. HeavenFest 2016 features 50-plus bands on five stages. Gates open at 2:30 p.m. Friday, July 29, and at noon Saturday, July 30. Tickets available at www.heavenfest.com.
‘Little Shop of Horrors’ Miners Alley Playhouse presents “Little Shop of Horrors” through Sunday, Aug 21, at 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. Comedy, horror, rock musical about a hapless florist shop worker who raises a plant that feeds on human blood. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 6 p.m. Sunday and 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21. For tickets and information, call 303-935-3044 or go to minersalley.com
‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ Red Rocks Community College’s theater arts and dance department presents “Jack and the Beanstalk” at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, July 30 at the community college theater in Lakewood. In this updated musical version of the classic fairytale, Jack and his best friend, Carmelita the cow, sing and dance their way through the story we all know and love, with a few entertaining twists. Tickets available at www.tinyurl.com/RRCCTickets. Credit and debit cards are also accepted at the door.
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Memorial Golf Tournament The Sons of Italy plans the Joe Ciancio Memorial Golf Tournament on Sunday, July 31, at Indian Tree Golf Course, 75th and Wadsworth. It will be a shotgun start, scramble play. Your entry fee will include green fee, cart, breakfast, snack and spaghetti dinner, which will be served at the Sons of Italy Denver Lodge 5925 W. 32nd Ave. Prizes will be awarded at the dinner. Proceeds will go to the Joe Ciancio Scholarship Fund and a donation will be made to the Zarlengo Foundation. No walk-ons will be allowed. Register and pay ahead of time at www.osiadenver.org or call Pam at 303210-6277. Dine & Learn: Age Wisely Living longer is a blessing, yet long-term care costs are one reason retirees deplete their savings and lose assets. Don’t Go Broke in a Nursing Home workshops cover strategies, solutions and laws to protect your assets. No products are endorsed or sold. Reservations are required; call 303468-2820. Meals are catered by Panera Bread. Upcoming workshops are from 10:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 4, and 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 24, at the Lakewood Library, 10200 W. 20th Ave., Lakewood.
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‘Shoemaker and the Elves’ Miners Alley Children’s Theatre presents “The Shoemaker and the Elves” at 1 p.m. Saturdays through Aug. 20 at Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. Appropriate for ages 12 and under. Contact 303935-3044 or online at minersalley.com.
Performances in the Park Hot Tomatoes performs from 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 3, during the Wheat Ridge Cultural Commission’s Performances in the Park at Anderson Park, 4355 Field St., Wheat Ridge. A children’s show by Yo’ Mamas & Papas runs from 10-10:45 a.m. Go to Facebook.com/WRAndersonPark
ART/FILM
Community College Exhibits Red Rocks Community College will host two exhibits this summer. “Last in the Woods” by RRCC faculty member Alexis Clements and “When Trellises Break” by Terri Bell are open through Thursday, Aug. 25, in the Susan K. Arndt Gallery on the college’s Lakewood campus. The gallery is open Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. “Last in the Woods” focuses on illustrating personal narratives through semi-constructed photographic imagery staged in a wooded landscape. Much of this work involves the installation of objects and at times incorporates use of self-portraiture. “When Trellises Break” involves a photographic and mixed media series and narrative. The artist explores the vulnerability many of us experience during springtime. Art Classes, Workshops The Lakewood Arts Council and Gallery is beginning new session of art classes and workshops. For registration and information, go to www.lakewoodartscouncil.org or call 303-980-0625. The gallery is at 6731 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood.
EVENTS
Fight Against Hunger Volunteers will package meals from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 30 during a Fight Against Hunger event at Dream Dinners, 4980 Kipling St., Wheat Ridge. More than 16,000 of the 50,000 meals assembled will stay in the local community, and the rest will be taken to Haiti. A canned food drive to support the Arvada Community Food Bank also is included, along with a cash fundraiser for the food bank’s back to school program. Contact James Eddy at 720-327-2788 or james.eddy@dreamdinners.com. Go to www. livingthedreamfoundation.com. Republican Club Meeting Jefferson County Republican Men’s Club meets from 7-9 a.m. Mondays at Davies’ Chuck Wagon Diner, 10151 W. 26th Ave., Lakewood. Students, youth and women invited and welcome. Upcoming featured speakers: Aug. 1, Freddie Gaudet, Coloradans for Colorado, No on Amendment 69. Contact Fred Holden, president, at 303-421-7619. Go to http://jeffcorepublicanmensclub.org/
Gang Violence Solutions Solutions to gang violence and hope for gang members will be explored at Lifetree Café at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 2, at 5675 Field St., Arvada. Program, “Hope for Gangs: Surprising Stories from the Bloods and Crips,” features exclusive filmed interviews with several former gang members who share their past experiences and how they escaped the dangerous lifestyle. During the program, Lifetree participants will have the opportunity to discuss ways they can impact the lives of gang members in their own community. Contact Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@ peacelutheran.net. Dirt on Community Garden Project Applewood Valley United Methodist Church is constructing a community garden adjacent to the church at 2035 Ellis St., across from the fire station. Gardeners would have their own plot for growing vegetables and flowers and access to tools or a place to store their own tools. If you’d like to dig in and plant a summer garden, contact John Dunnewald at ApplewoodValleyUMC@gmail.com.
HEALTH
Relay For Life The American Cancer Society Relay For Life gives communities the chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost and fight back against the disease. Each year, more than 4 million people participate in this global phenomenon and raise money and awareness to save lives from cancer. Following is a partial schedule of Relay For Life events: Sunday, July 31, Relay for Life, Westminster and Arvada; Saturday, Aug. 6, Relay for Life Thornton, Carpenter Fields; Friday, Aug. 12, Relay for Life, mountain area (Evergreen/Conifer); Saturday, Sept. 10, Relay for Life, Northglenn/Webster Lake, Webster Lake. Survive Today’s Food Jungle Food today is entirely different than it was in your grandparents’ day. From the way it’s grown to the way it’s processed and packaged (including the nutritional value), everything has changed. Knowing how to choose the highest-quality foods is key to caring for your health. Program runs from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 2, at Natural Grocers, 12612 W. Alameda Parkway, Lakewood. Call 303-986-5700. Mental Health First Aid Colorado VNA and two JeffCo American Legion Posts present mental health first aid training sessions that focus on learning to assist military members, veterans and their families. Training is an in-person, evidence-based training that teaches proven ways to help people experiencing signs and symptoms of an ongoing mental health problem or crisis. Learn to break down sigma, recognize signs and reach out to someone who might be suffering. Course cost is covered by a grant from Community First Foundation. The two-part, eight-hour courses are offered from 12:30-4:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8, and Wednesday, Aug. 10, at the American Legion Post 17 in Edgewater. Reservations required; call 303-698-6367 or send an e-mail to MentalHealthFirstAid@VNAColorado. org. Nutritional Coaching Megan Grover, master of medical science and nutritional health coach at the Natural Grocers at Vitamin Cottage, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, offers free one-on-one nutrition coaching sessions for the public. Call the store at 303-423-0990 for an appointment.
EDUCATION
Continuing Education Program Metropolitan State College of Denver offers a continuing education program for adults. Most classes are 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 info at www.Facebook.com/msudenverlearnoninitiative. Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Thursday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@ coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.
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Misc. Notices BUSINESS FOR SALE Teachers: Are you interested in owning a learning center in Parker? If so, call 303-993-4648 Serious inquiries only Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201
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Garage Sales ANNUAL COVENTRY GARAGE SALE – SAT. JULY 30, 8AM – 2PM. 5011 W. Bowles Ave., Littleton Large number of homes participating in this annual event. Baby & kids clothes, toys, sporting equipment, furniture, tools, household items, electronics, kitchen gear, etc. QUALITY ITEMS, something for everyone! SATURDAY ONLY! Arvada
Friday July 29th & Saturday July 30th 9am-5pm 13445 West 73rd Ave Antiques, Furniture, Housewares, Camping Equipment, Free Firewood
Arts & Crafts 19th Annual Winter Park Craft Fair
Saturday 8-13 - Sunday 8-14 Lions Pancake Breakfast Come and enjoy!! Vendor space available 970-531-3170 jjbeam@hotmail.com
Bicycles
MOVING SALE 47895 Foxwood Drive Saturday July 30 8am IH 686 Tractor, Gun Safes, Patio Furniture, Book Cases, Dressers, Freezer, Washer/Dryer and more All Super Cheap! 303-841-2853
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Medical Brand new Drive DV8 Steeradle knee scooter with brakes, height adjustable, easily afordable, weight capacity 300 pounds $252 firm (303)933-0870
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2 matching end tables 24" oak in good condition $25 each 2 shower benches small - 12"x21 $15, large 20"x21" $20 both with adjustable legs never used
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Boats and Water Sports 1 man fly fishing Pontoon Boat w/paddles and fins Great Shape - used only 2 times $150 (303)905-7099
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July 28, 2016
Jet dragsters run at Mile High Nationals
Lakewood resident pilots one of the cars in demonstration run By Tom Munds tmunds@colorado communitymedia.com Not all the July 22 events at the Mile High Nationals were time trials: John Bandimere III was at the wheel of one car so that fans could watch the side-by-side flame-breathing jet dragster roar down the quarter-mile track The two jet dragsters capped the evening’s racing, which included sportsman classes and featured time trials for the 10,000-horsepower top-fuel dragsters and top-fuel funny cars battling for spots to race for the Mile High Nationals championships July 24 at Bandimere Speedway in Morrison. “We ran the jet dragsters as a little something extra for our fans here at the Mile High Nationals,” said Bandimere, also the speedway’s general manager. “It is just our way to thank the fans for coming out.” Drag racing is in the blood of the Lakewood resident. His grandfather established the drag strip in 1958. His dad, John Bandimere Jr., took over and, under his leadership, brought the Mile High Nationals to Colorado, the only National Hot Rod Association stop on the national tour. “I had done some drag racing in other cars and loved it,” Bandimere III said. “Then I expressed an interest in driving jet dragsters. So, a couple jet car drivers helped me get my license ...” He has been driving a jet dragster for Tony Franco of Oxnard, California, for three years. ”I do two or three events here at our track and I also make a few trips
to other tracks,” he said. “Overall, I guess I drive at eight or nine events during the year.” He smiled, saying it is a different feel to step on the accelerator knowing you have all that power pushing the car down the track. Most jet dragsters are powered by J-85 engines, the same engines used in the Talon fighter plane. The twostage turbine jet engines produce about 9,000 pounds of thrust, pressing the driver back into the seat with a force about 4.5 times the force of gravity. “We don’t fly off the starting line but we do accelerate quickly,” Bandimere III said. “We cover the first 60 feet on the track in about .9 seconds. That is about the 60-foot time of a pro stock car. These jet dragsters go from a standing start to traveling 280 to 300 miles an hour when they cross the finish line a quarter mile away.” Driving a jet dragster is always exciting, Bandimere III said, and it was exciting when he hit speeds of 303 miles an hour during an event at Bakersfield, California. Jet dragsters put on a special show for the fans. Usually drivers prepare to make the side-by-side run by pulling to the staging and firing up their engines. The engine of each car sends out a huge plume of white smoke from the tail pipe. Cars pull up to the starting line, drivers rev up the engines and light off the afterburner, so when the green light comes on the car rockets down the track with flames shooting out of the tailpipe. “When you watch a pair of jet dragsters make a run you can only imagine what it is like to be at the wheel,” Bandimere III said. “I have been driving the jet dragsters for three years, love it and I always look forward to the next time I get into the cockpit to go racing.”
John Bandimere III sits in the cockpit of a jet-powered dragster. Bandimere, a Lakewood resident, puts aside his role as general manager of Bandimere Speedway in Morrison to take the wheel of the dragster powered by a jet engine that propels the car from a standing start to the finish line a quarter mile away in about six seconds. Courtesy photo
August 12th
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Some athletes know how to plan ahead
Jim Benton
OVERTIME
Leanne Lowry celebrated her 14th birthday in June and on July 15 announced she had verbally committed to play volleyball at the University of Iowa. She won’t graduate from high school until 2020. Lowry, a 5-foot-11 libero, will be a freshman at Castle View this fall and has an older sister, junior Lauren, who is a setter for the Sabercats. Leanne Lowry has “played up” against older athletes in competitive club volleyball for the past few years. “Leanne plays at a level well above her age,” said Castle View coach Scott Dowis. “She makes the difficult plays look routine. She is slated to play libero at the next
level. However, she has the ability to do it all, set, attack, defend — you name it.” College coaches these days don’t wait long to secure verbal commitments from athletes, making decisions based mostly on potential. Lowry isn’t the only young player who has announced a verbal commitment — which is not binding — before becoming a senior. Alea Tooley, a sophomore-to-be at Columbine, made a commitment to play women’s lacrosse at the University of Denver. There have been many athletes who will be juniors this year who have vowed to attend certain colleges. Some of those athletes who will
College coaches these days don’t wait long to secure verbal commitments from athletes, making decisions based mostly on potential. graduate in 2018 include Arapahoe’s Harvey Jackson and Golden’s Liam Johnson, who have pledged to play lacrosse at DU; Chaparral’s Ally Schlegel, who will head to Penn State to play soccer; Cherry Creek soccer player Mia Raben, who announced a commitment to attend Wake Forest; Mountain Vista’s Jake
Govett, who will attend Delaware to play lacrosse; and Valor baseball player Luke Ziegler, who has committed to Pepperdine. Olympic Development tryouts The Colorado Soccer Association
Benton continues on Page 20
IT’S NOT JUST KIDS WHO ARE ABSENT. IT’S $422 MILLION. When energy industry jobs are lost, families move away, school enrollment drops, and $422.2 million in school funding disappears. In Colorado’s Platte Valley alone – where 97% of the school district’s budget comes from taxes paid on mineral production and equipment – students and teachers stand to lose up to $1 million in state support. So if you think the oil and natural gas industry isn’t important to Colorado schools, you’ve got a lot to learn. Find out more at ConsumerEnergyAlliance.org/value.
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Benton Continued from Page 19
will host Olympic Development tryouts at the Air Force Academy July 30-Aug. 1 for players who live along the Front Range. Lindsey Horan, the U.S. Olympic team member from Golden, participated in this program. Top elite boys and girls players born between 1999 and 2004 were asked to try out, train and possibly become part of the 2016-17 pool team that would represent Colorado and Region IV in 2017 national tournaments. Invitations were sent to more than 8,000 players and this season, Mountain Region tryouts for the Olympic Development Program will be held Aug. 13 and 14 in Basalt. Coloradans in top 10 Three Colorado residents finished in the top 10 of the CoBank Colorado Open golf tournament July 21-24 at the Green Valley Ranch Golf Club in Denver. Jim Knous, of Englewood, set a course record with a 7-under-par 29 on the
back nine and matched a course low with a 10-under par 62 during the final round and finished tied for fourth with a 19-under-par total of 269. Arvada’s Zahkai Brown, the 2007 Colorado high school state champion from Pomona, tied Knous for fourth place. Both received checks for $8,167 Nick Hodge, from Littleton, tied for ninth with at 271, good for $5,000. Former University of Colorado golfer and Denver native Jonathan Kaye, who now lives in Phoenix, tied for second with a 20-under-par total of 268 and earned $15,250. Neil Johnson, of River Falls, Wisconsin, won the tournament and $100,000 with a score of 265. New sport at Arapahoe Girls field hockey will have 15 schools playing this fall as Arapahoe and Liberty will compete. These teams, like most of the others, will be co-op teams that draw players from other district schools. Jim Benton is a sports writer for Colorado Community Media. He has been covering sports in the Denver area since 1968. He can be reached at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com or at 303-566-4083.
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July 28, 2016 - Paid Advertisement -
Global Village International Preschools and Early Childhood Centers bring second language learning to all children, every day
GVIP offers 2, 3, & 5 full-day yearround educational programs in which children are enrolled in a Mandarin Chinese or Spanish classroom where instruction in World Language & Culture is part of the core academic program. Our centers are open from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday. The school day is from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. From 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm children play with each other and explore learning centers. Components of the daily routine include: • Early Arrival: Children who arrive before breakfast have an opportunity to explore learning centers that interest them. • Breakfast: Nutritious food helps children start the day well. • Message Board: This large group gathering is a time for special announcements and to let children know what will be happening during the day. • Plan-Work-Recall: During this child-initiated activity, children plan what they want to do. They then go
to learning centers of their choice to work on what they planned. After cleaning up, they share what they did with each other. Throughout work-time, teachers encourage and support children to help them implement their plan. • World Language & Culture: Through art, storytelling, cultural activities, and direct instruction in a second language, children learn the target language (Mandarin Chinese or Spanish). • Outside Time: Children engage in active physical play as they interact with each other and adults. • Lunch: A family-style lunch with teachers and visiting parents participating in this important social time. • Rest Time: A time for children to sleep or rest. • Afternoon Snack: A family-style snack is a transition time from rest to other activities. • Small Group Time: Small Group Time is a learning activity that is teacher-directed that focuses on one or more curriculum areas. • Voices: This character development program uses guided reading featuring multicultural literature. Your child can try a Free Day at GVI Preschool and Early Childhood Center. Please call GVIP Lakewood at 303-9862410 or GVIP Arvada at 303-422-1035 to arrange. You can also visit www.gvipreschools.org for more information.
• Enhances career opportunities Visit www.gvipreschools.org to learn more about our program and receive 2 weeks free.
Arvada and Lakewood Preschools to host Open Houses in July On Saturday, July 30th, the Global Village International Preschool and Early Childhood Center in Lakewood will be hosting an open house from 9:00-1:00 PM. Meet the center Director Andrea Pizano and tour the newly renovated preschool. Children will enjoy a bouncy house, piñata, fun activities and refreshments. GVIP Lakewood is located at 1139 S Alkire Street in Lakewood. Please call 303-986-2410 with any questions or to RSVP for their Open House. GVIP Arvada is also hosting two open houses. The July open house will be held Saturday, July 23rd and a second open GE INTER N LLA VI
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A day at Global Village International Preschool and Early Childhood Center
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Global Village International Preschools & Early Childhood Centers are located in Arvada, Aurora, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, Lafayette, Lakewood, and Parker. Castle Rock is slated to open August 2016. The preschools, which are currently offering two weeks free tuition to new students, provide year round instruction for 12 months to 5 year olds through immersion in Mandarin
Chinese and Spanish. The internationally acclaimed High Scope curriculum provides a quality framework for preschool learning and kindergarten readiness. Toddler rooms are open in Arvada and Lafayette. Learning a second language, when young, enables the language learning part of the brain to mature and then to facilitate other language learning throughout life. Research shows that all students benefit from learning a second language. One summary citing 60 studies concluded that second language study: • Benefits overall academic progress • Narrows achievement gaps • Benefits basic skills development • Benefits higher order, abstract, and creative thinking • Enhances a student’s sense of achievement • Helps students score higher on stan-
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house will be held Saturday, August 6th. The hours are 9:00-1:00 PM for each. Parents, who have questions about how a language immersion preschool operates, will have the chance to speak to Director Wendy Brewer and her staff. The center is located at 8020 Lee Dr in Arvada. To RSVP, please call 303-422-1035. Children attending the GVIP centers learn Spanish and Mandarin as well as being taught in English using the highly acclaimed High Scope curriculum. You can also visit www.gvipreschools.org to learn more.
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• 6:30 am to 6 pm • Children learn Spanish or Mandarin through Immersion
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Now Enrolling Children 2.5 to 5 years of age. All children must be potty trained
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Best time to learn new language We believe that early childhood education must embody a whole-child focus. This is done best by a blend of child-initiated and teacher-guided learning experiences. At Global Village International Preschool, our program utilizes a range of learning experiences and activities that keep children engaged, motivated, supported, and challenged. Each preschooler learns either Spanish or Mandarin Chinese in addition to the core curriculum in English. The children who attend Global Village
International Preschool & Early Childhood Center are taught through language immersion. Immersion is the method by which we all learn our native language. As infants we are surrounded by people speaking a specific language, as we are surrounded by the air we breathe, and we learn our first language rapidly and with ease. Immersion education in a second language takes the same approach as children use their natural ability to learn that language.
Internationally acclaimed HighScope® Curriculum taught at GVI Preschools and Early Childhood Centers
What is HighScope® Curriculum? Informed by research (e.g., The Perry Study, etc.), the HighScope® curriculum, which has been evolving since 1970, is comprised of eight core areas. 1. Approaches to Learning: Young children approach learning in different ways, each bringing a unique set of attitudes, habits, and preferences. Our teachers foster children’s creativity, curiosity, confidence, independence, initiative, and persistence as they carry out their intentions, solve
problems, and engage in a variety of learning experiences. 2. Social & Emotional Development: Our warm and nurturing environment helps children form trusting relationships and become engaged and motivated learners. The social skills children develop contribute to their readiness for school and their ability to meet a variety of challenges. The components in this area are self. 3. Physical Development and Health: Preschoolers are physically active. Our teachers
use children’s physical actions as a gateway to learning in all areas of the curriculum. 4. Language, Literacy & Communication: The curriculum provides meaningful English language and literacy experiences for children during every part of the day through a balanced focus on speaking, listening, reading, and writing because these skills develop concurrently (together) rather than sequentially (one after the other). 5. Mathematics: As young children explore their environment, they are noticing relationships that are the foundation for mathematics. They can sort and match things; arrange things in simple patterns; and understand the meaning of words and phrases like “more,” “less,” “a lot,” and “the same as.” Children acquire math skills and concepts through exploration and teacher-directed instruction. 6. Creative Arts: Art, Music, Movement, and Pretend Play experiences contribute to children’s artistic and creative development. Through making and appreciating art; through
music (e.g., exploring and identifying sounds, exploring the singing voice, developing melody, singing songs, and playing simple instruments); through movement as young children build capacity and an awareness of the body’s potential to move; and through pretend play, children develop creativity. 7. Science and Technology: As young children explore their world, they use science in many different ways. Our teachers support this exploration by providing hands-on materials, multi-sensory experiences, tools, and technology to support children’s discoveries and help them develop the skills associated with scientific thinking. 8. Social Studies: Age-appropriate social studies experiences start with children’s own lives and help them relate new learning to what is familiar. After their family, the classroom is the first society that young children belong to. For them, early social studies learning grows from their interactions with the people and materials in the preschool setting.