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Adams County, Colorado • Volume 49, Issue 29
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Adco fee change at odds Unincorporated property owners starting campaign to push for repeal By Darin Moriki
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Horizon senior David Chitwood, top, wrestles Ponderosa junior Dylan Gabel Feb. 23 in the state finals at the Pepsi Center. Chitwood took second place in the 5A 170-pound weight class. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen
Diners welcome points of view Restaurant reopens on Brittany Hill By Darin Moriki
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G
ene Rice stills remember the first time she walked into Brittany Hill nearly 26 years ago when she worked as a waitress for Anaheim, Calif.-based Specialty Restaurants Corporation. The Superior resident said she was shuffled between several now-defunct restaurants owned by the restaurant group, including 94th Aero Squadron and Baby Doe’s, but said her time spent at Brittany Hill was the most memorable. “Look at the amazing views here,” Smith said as she gazed outside a south-facing ballroom window that provided a sweeping view of the Denvermetro area. “Isn’t this the most amazing view? It’s so incredible.” After several failed attempts to open the restaurant over the
past few years, Rice and some of the nearly 850 people who braved snowy weather conditions and freezing temperatures to attend the restaurant’s Feb. 21 grand opening said they are glad the hilltop restaurant is back in business. “Everybody who came here is so enthused to finally see that we’re open,” Byerly said at the restaurant’s grand opening event. “Promises were made every year that Brittany Hill was going to open, but we finally were able to get it open by the grace of God. Everyone that has stopped by has been so complimentary.” First-time Brittany Hill visitor Janet Miller of unincorporated Adams County said she first moved to Colorado in 2004 but did not get a chance to stop by the restaurant before Specialty Restaurants Corporation shuttered the restaurant three years later in 2007. “I’m glad they put it to use,” Miller said. “It’s this beautiful
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Stephanie Fernandez, an independent representative of Miche, organizes handbags at her display table during the grand opening of the Brittany Hill event center Thursday, Feb. 21, in Thornton. Photo by Andy Carpenean location with gorgeous views that was just sitting empty on a hill. I kept thinking, `If I win the lottery, I’m going to open some kind of something up there just for the view.’” Thornton Ward 3 City Councilmember Beth Humenik, who attended the event, said the renovations and restorations done inside the restaurant exudes a nostalgic charm that reminds her of the first time she came to Brittany Hill nearly two decades ago. “This is a venue that we’ve needed that we’ve haven’t had for a long time,” Humenik said.
“I really like the fact that we have a premier view of the entire metro-area south of Denver, and that was always really great. This is a signature location for our city and it’s visible from the highway, so it’s really important that they’ve done all this work.” In spite of the several hiccups over the years that prevented the Brittany Hill from reopening, Humenik said she is confident that the Crystal Rose will be a successful steward of the property that was once considered to be a prime location for an apartment building.
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Unincorporated Adams County residents angry over newly implemented stormwater utility fees made their voices heard during a Monday community meeting, where many in the standing-room-only crowd called for the fee’s repeal and said they are willing to fight the charges in court. The meeting — held at the Werth Manor Event Center in Commerce City and hosted by the Stop Stormwater Utility Tax group — attracted nearly 400 residents and property owners who allege the newly implemented fees are taxes that should be subject to voter approval. “In my opinion, they (Adams County officials) poorly notified the public in their efforts to sell it to us,” Former Adams County Commissioner candidate Gary Mikes said to the crowd. “This is something that’s being forced upon us.” The stormwater utility fee, which was approved by the Board of County Commissioners during their Sept. 19 public meeting, allows for an annual allocation of $5.1 million “to plan, construct, acquire, operate, and maintain flood control facilities as well as to manage stormwater quality” in line with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency unfunded mandates and regulatory requirements. In all, the stormwater utility fee affects about 27,000 unincorporated Adams County residents. The group is currently sending out a mass petition calling on the three sitting county commissioners to repeal the fee, but Mikes said he and other group members are working on a plan to file a lawsuit against the county. Denver Attorney Sean Gallagher, who is working on behalf of the group, said the fee may violate the state Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights (TABOR), which requires voter approval on state and local government tax rate increases. “Those of us who have watched the erosion of the TABOR amendment over the years are concerned by recent (Colorado) Supreme Court decisions that have allowed local governments to simply go around TABOR by claiming anything is a fee,” Gallagher said. “Adams County has tried to do that in this situation by claiming this stormwater tax is a fee and my concern is not just about the fee or tax in this case but the precedent that this kind of conduct says. If you don’t limit it here at stormwater, where is the limit? Why can’t Adams County impose fees for police or fire protection or
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Resolution is brief break from brawling On the heels of a contentious week in the General Assembly that involved some heavy-duty debate on — you guessed it — gun-control issues, there came a moment where even the hardest of the hard-nosed legislators shared some ... um, love? No, really. It was straight out of a Disney movie. The only thing missing was an Elton John soundtrack. “We had been fighting all week and we came together,” said Rep. Tracy KraftTharp, D-Arvada. “Even when I left the floor I still was in tears.” Kraft-Tharp was referring to her fellow legislators’ gushing support of a resolution that she sponsored in the House of Representatives, which proclaimed Feb. 20 as Awareness Day for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities. The resolution recognized persons with developmental disabilities, as well as those who provide services to members of that community. “It was a moment for us to recognize the courage of people with these disabilities,” Kraft-Tharp said. The resolution proved to be a tearjerker for a few House members, some of whom shared personal accounts of how disabled persons have had positive impacts on their lives. Rep. Lois Landgraf said her 40-year-old son has been developmentally challenged since he suffered a brain injury at the age of 17. “From a grateful mother, thank you,” the teary-eyed Fountain Republican told Kraft-Tharp. But perhaps the most touching moment came when Rep. Jim Wilson, R-Salida, choked back tears as he recalled spending time with a young, mentally disabled girl named Lisa, while he worked in a “hayhauling” business as a young man. “Every time she saw me, she’d come up to me and say, ‘I love you, Jim Wilson,’” he said. “And it irritated the heck out of me because that’s the way it was supposed to be when you’re a macho guy.” Wilson said that the type of “unconditional love” he received from Lisa “needs to be in this chamber, in this state,” and that,
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in a sense, people with developmental disabilities are “a gift from God.” “They teach us what we forget when we get older and become jaded,” Wilson said. It’s not every day when all lawmakers agree on … well, anything. So it was refreshing to see the two sides take a break from the Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robot-like action that’s been going on lately - albeit, temporarily.
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By the way, Sen. Andy Kerr co-sponsored the resolution that honored members of the developmentally disabled community. Perhaps he came up with the idea while he was on one of his many bike rides to the Capitol. The Lakewood Democrat has set a personal goal to ride his specialized, Roubaix brand road bike to work, for at least half of the days of this legislative session. Kerr has been using Twitter to provide updates on his efforts. “It’s a good way to put pressure on myself,” Kerr said. “And it’s a good way to get the word out that it’s a viable and healthy way to get to your job.” Now, I walk several blocks from my place to the Capitol every day. But that effort seems puny in comparison to a guy who rides his bike all the way from Lakewood. With all these marathon-like legislative sessions going on in the Capitol these days — and all the free food being carted in on a daily basis — it’s no wonder that lawmakers like Kerr grab hold of every exercise opportunity that they can.
“I’m not Akin, man.” — Rep. Joe Salazar, D-Thornton, Feb. 19. It was a rough week for Joe Salazar. The freshman Democrat found himself embroiled in a controversy — one that garnered national attention, especially in conservative media outlets — over a rape comment that he made during a recent floor debate on a bill that seeks to ban concealed weapons from being carried on college campuses. Republicans have pounced on the comment, likening it to failed Missouri Senate candidate Todd Akin’s infamous interview from last year, where he said that women who are victims of “legitimate rape” don’t get pregnant. Salazar has since apologized for his comments, and has said that Republicans are playing politics with his unfortunate comment, as Colorado Community Media reported in a previous story. I recently took part in an interview about the Salazar controversy with Colorado Public Radio’s Bente Birkeland, and
the Denver Post’s Lynn Bartels. You can find that conversation at www.kunc.org/ post/capitol-conversation-rape-commententers-colorado-gun-debate.
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From Rep. Polly Lawrence, R-Littleton: “Been around horse**** all week, I needed some gun powder to balance it out.” Lawrence posted a picture with her tweet that showed her holding a gun on what looks to be a shooting range. Now, the question is: Was she literally referring to being around manure all week, or was she opining on some of the stuff being said during debates of the gun bills? I’ll just leave that one up to your imagination. Vic Vela is the legislative reporter for Colorado Community Media. He can be reached at vvela@ourcoloradonews.com. Follow his legislative updates and stories on Twitter: @ vicvela1
INSIDE THE SENTINEL THIS WEEK Capitol: Senate passes immigrant tuition bill. Page 4
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Life: “Traveling Route 40” photo exhibit ready to roll. Page 8
Obituaries: Region loses two community leaders. Page 5 Opinion: Columnist Michael Alcorn takes a view from the classroom. Page 7
Sports: Horizon wrestlers place 20th at state. Page 21
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NORTHGLENN NEWS IN A HURRY Open house for Garland Center Redevelopment
The city and Wal-Mart are hosting an open house from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 5, at the Northglenn Senior Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. A 41,000-square-foot Walmart Neighborhood Marketplace grocery store and pharmacy is planned for construction at 10755 Garland St. Input from residents and businesses is important in this process. Building plans, blueprints, and renderings will be available for review and Wal-Mart representatives will be on hand to answer any questions. For more information, contact Debbie Tuttle, City of Northglenn Economic Development manager, at 303-450-8743 or dtuttle@northglenn.org.
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Colorado Community Media won 95 awards, including 38 first-place honors, in the Colorado Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest. Winners of the annual contest were announced at a ceremony in downtown Denver on Feb. 23. CCM papers claimed a pair of special honors among the tally. The Golden Transcript won the Sweepstakes award for editorial excellence in Class 4. The Douglas County News-Press did likewise on the advertising side in Class 1. The awards ceremony came a year into the CCM venture, which brought together under one umbrella newspapers in Adams, Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert, Jefferson, El Paso and Teller counties. This year’s awards total was a major jump for the company’s papers, which combined for 28 honors last year. “Last year, we embarked on a quest for excellence and our peers have recognized that by awarding us with a nearly four-fold increase in the total awards we won this year,” said Jerry Healey, president and publisher of CCM. “I am very proud of the entire organization for their commitment to quality and the effort involved for what it takes for us to deliver outstanding newspapers and websites for our communities.” In all, the media company comprises 22 newspapers, including the Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel, and 19 websites. Many of the winning entries appeared in the Sentinel including the following entries. Tammy Kranz won first place in the Best Investigative Story Package for “Money fuels fight over jail.” Judge’s comment: Well-researched. She won second place in the Best Business News Story category for a story headlined “Union protests T-mobile closure.” She also won third place in the Best Environmental Story category for a story headlined “County adopts sustainability plan.” Ashley Reimers won second place in the Best Deadline Reporting category for “Toddler in protective custody after meth lab bust.” Judge’s comments: Nice, compact story. Sports staffers won second place in the Best Editorial Special Section category for Fall Sports Preview. Judge’s
Henderson farmer Don Off, right, speaks with Thaddeus Gourd, a Colorado State University Adams County Extension agricultural agent, about the drought’s effects on his alfalfa crop. Off said he recently put up a sign in front of his home, offering 60- to 65-pound hay bales for $7 each — nearly double the price he offered last year. Photos by Darin Moriki
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Drought means higher hay prices Don Off has been a farmer since before he could walk. Off, who was born and raised in Yampa, remembers his father taking him to the barn and teaching him how to milk dairy cows. That was nearly 80 years ago, and since then, Off said, he has experienced his share of droughts. However, he said this year is different. On his 12-acre Henderson farm, Off said, he recently put up a sign to advertise 60- to 65-pound bales of hay for $7. “It scares you to death,” Off said of the hay prices as he walked through his freshly plowed field. “I’ve sold hay at $3 a bail lots of times, but at $7 a bail, it’s crazy. I don’t know how people can afford it.” As the drought continues to plague the state, agricultural and livestock producers have seen feed prices skyrocket, causing many of them to thin their herds. That action may provide some temporary financial relief to consumers nationwide but also contributes to long-term concerns, experts say. “When you reduce the size of your herd because of stressful conditions, you don’t rebuild that herd overnight,” Ron P. Carleton, Colorado Department of Agriculture deputy commissioner, said. “It takes time to build it back up, so we’re going to see the level of cattle probably drop here for at least a period of time.” He said low precipitation and snowpack rates, combined with higher-than-normal temperatures, contributed to a low hay yield statewide. As a result, Carleton said, hay’s scarcity has forced stores to charge twice as much, if not more, for the crop than in other years.
Henderson farmer Don Off, 80, inspects the quality of the alfalfa fallow in his fields. Off said he was able to harvest about 70 bales of alfalfa hay during the crop’s second cutting last week.
At the American Pride Co-Op store in Brighton, farm store manager Dave Swanson said the store is currently charging customers $14 for a bale of alfalfa hay, $1 to $2 higher than last year. He said the store has enough locally produced alfalfa hay on hand for the winter months, but is only receiving about half of the cheaper grass hay that it would get in other years. What’s more, he said the large demand for hay, combined with the lack of it, has caused the store to issue a five-bales-per-day limit. However, Coloradans are taking it mostly in stride. Jennifer Tucker, a Colorado State University Adams County extension small acreage coordinator, said this drought is not the first for Coloradans. “We’re going to see this, but we’re very fortunate here in Colorado in
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HAY PRODUCTION IN $
2002
$355,108,000
2003
$318,630,000
2004
$305,985,000
2005
$409,210,000
2006
$569,373,000
2007
$606,976,000
2008
$612,084,000
2009
$624,937,000
2010
$497,230,000
2011
$778,560,000
Figures from the Colorado Agricultural Statistic Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, shown above, reflect fluctuating changes in hay prices in the state over the years. Following the 2002 drought, revenue from hay production abruptly fell and then gradually recovered each year until the state experienced a devastating drought in 2009. After experiencing positive hay yields last year, agricultural experts and farmers fear the effects of this year’s drought may mirror the effects of the 2002 drought.
that we have been through drought cycles many times,” Tucker said. “While this is uncomfortable and no one wants to see this happen, we don’t have the sky-is-falling mentality that other states might be dealing with because we’ve already been there, and we understand how this is going to play out as livestock producers.”
Darin Moriki won second place in the Best Agriculture Story category for a story headlined “Drought means higher hay prices.”
City Clerk’s Office Participating in Passport Day
The Northglenn City Clerk’s Office will be joining the US Department of State and other passport acceptance facilities across the country to participate in “Passport Day in the USA 2013” on Saturday, March 9. On Passport Day, individuals can apply for a passport at the City Clerk’s Office in City Hall, 11701 Community Center Drive, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The office will accept applications and take passport photos on site. No appointments are necessary. Individuals who are unable to attend Passport Day can apply for their passports during regular business hours at the City Clerk’s Office, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information on passports, fees and application requirements, call 303-450-8709 or visit www.northglenn.org/ passports.
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comments: A lot of copy and it was well done. Every story got the lead right because they all started with the most important part - the people. Staffers included Jonathan Maness, John Rosa, Brian Miller, Scott Stocker, Nick Garner, Pam Wagner and Justin Sagarsee. Miller won second place in the Best Sports Story category for a story headlines “Legacy sisters double trouble in postseason.” Judge’s comment: Hometown readers should cheer for the author of this story of sisters’ competitive spirit. Miller also won third place in the Best Sports Event Story category for the story “Interesting way to handle a controversial decision.” Darin Moriki won second place in the Best Agriculture Story category for a story headlines “Drought means higher hay prices.” Moriki won also first place in the Best Health Enterprise Story for a story headlined “Help proposed for inmates.” Karen Randell and staff won first place in the Best Informational Graphic category for a graphic in the “Unquenchable Thirst” water series. Judge’s comment: Who knew how a water treatment plant works? I didn’t - until today. Great, simple graphic tells the reader what they need to know about a popular topic. Mikkel Kelly and Linda Detroy won third place in the best Best Headline Writing category for headlines that included “Ban on drink size hard to swallow.”
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Brandon Powell, with Lakewood Public Works, reaches over a trash rack in Dry Gulch to remove garbage and debris with a pitchfork on Monday afternoon. Photo by Justin Sagarsee
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The Broomfield 9Health Fair is in April and there are plenty of opportunities to get involved as a participant and volunteer. As the site coordinator for this year’s Broomfield 9Health Fair, North Metro Fire Rescue is seeking non-medical volunteers to assist with this event. Non-medical volunteers carry out a variety of responsibilities including registration, performing various screenings (such as height/weight/BMI), directing traffic flow, and much more. In addition, individuals with medical backgrounds are also needed as volunteers: Licensed Practical Nurses, Physician’s Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacist, Podiatrist, Phlebotomists, Ophthalmologist, Medical Interpreters, and many other medical professionals. Anyone interested in volunteering should contact Pam Kutchen, the Fire and Life Safety Education officer for North Metro Fire Rescue District, at 720-887-0404 or pkutchen@northmetrofire.org.
Cities target stormwater backup, point source pollution By Darin Moriki darinm@ourcoloradonews.com
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ark Bowman still remembers the first time he and his crew had to clean Arvada’s stormwater system in 2004. Although the system itself had been in place before he began working for the city in the late 1970s, Bowman said, there were no records that mapped the city’s 215 miles of storm pipe, 26 miles of irrigation pipe, 2,369 storm and irrigation manholes, and 3,634 storm inlets that follows into seven tributaries. “Not only were we getting high levels of toxins into the creeks, but our storm systems weren’t very efficient,” Bowman said. “We would have grates that were plugged, inlets that were plugged, or pipes that were halfway full of silt. We would pull up to an inlet, where all the water goes in, and it would be full of silt, trash, trash bags and a whole bunch
of other stuff.” Through the years since, Bowman said, the stormwater system has become cleaner and easier to maintain. While many cities have recognized the importance of other essential city services, he said,
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“Unquenchable Thirst - Water Series,” a series that spanned more than six months, won first place in the Best Series category. Lindsay Lovato won first place in Best Feature Page Design for the page above that appeared in the series. Justin Sagarsee won second place in the Best News Photograph category for a photo titled “Air show.” Judge’s comment: Nice capture of the jet with the crowd.
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Group pledges cooperation for DIA’s futureT Process to discuss, approve possible Airport City plans could take years By Darin Moriki
dmoriki@ourcoloradonews.com A group of Adams County and Denver officials reaffirmed their commitment to sort out concerns surrounding Denver Mayor Michael Hancock’s plans to develop an Airport City around Denver International Airport, but acknowledged that it may be several months, if not years, before plans are finalized. The pledge — made by 35 Airport Coordinating Committee members during their Feb. 19 open meeting at the Adams County Government Center in Brighton — dovetailed a closed door Airport Consultation Committee session held less than a week earlier that marked the return of Denver officials to the negotiation table.
“We’re very grateful just to be back at the table,” said Denver Regional Affairs Director Paul Ryan. “This is the only way that we’re going to move forward and we remain committed to the 1988 intergovernmental agreement. We’re very excited about the opportunities moving forward and communication is going to be key part of that piece.” Adams County Planning and Development Director Abel Montoya said future development, transportation and infrastructure plans approved by Adams County, Aurora and Commerce City anticipate rapid population growth and the development of targeted business clusters in areas outside of Denver’s Airport City plans. These plans, which were first pitched to Adams County officials in July 2012, calls for the creation of five business clusters
Immigrant tuition bill advances Handful of Republicans help measure pass Senate
‘There are some pretty great kids out there who could
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benefit if we pass this.’
vvela@ourcoloradonews.com Undocumented immigrant children are part of the “melting pot” of our society, and they should have “the same opportunities as other kids do.” And that’s Republicans talking. A bill that would allow undocumented students in Colorado to pay in-state tuition rates at colleges and universities passed the Senate on Feb. 25, with three Republicans joining all 20 Democrats in voting yes on Senate Bill 33. The bill, which has been dubbed ASSET — Advancing Students for a Stronger Economy Tomorrow — would apply to all students, so long as they have graduReport ated from high school and have attended a Colorado school for at least three years. “There are some pretty great kids out there who could benefit if we pass this,” said Sen. Greg Brophy, R-Wray, during a Senate floor debate in the days leading up to the final vote. Joining Brophy in voting for the bill were fellow Republican Senators Owen Hill of Colorado Springs and Larry Crowder of Alamosa. Any issue involving illegal immigration has been a dicey one for Republicans in recent years. On one hand, the number of Hispanic voters only continues to grow — and they overwhelmingly support Democrats. At the same time, Republican lawmakers face pressure from the right wing of their party to oppose any efforts that it sees as being akin to softening on issues surrounding illegal immigration. “(Republicans) who vote for this bill are risking everything, politically,” Brophy said. “It takes a lot of courage to vote for this bill.”
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benefits … but my role is to say getting itBy D done right means the devil is in the details.dmo We have to pay attention to the details or it’s not going to get done right.” Jo Fellow Consultation Committee mem-Thor ber Brighton Mayor Sean Ford agreed. ton c “I think we have a lot of opportunitiesday, to work together as long as we understand82. where everyone is at,” Ford said. “I think “I it’s important that our planners, economicThor development experts and transportationDistr engineers all play an active role from thisserve point forward on what’s happening in andyears around that airport so that we can comple-tive. ment what Denver’s doing and Denver’sin th aware of what the rest of us are doing.” miss The Airport Consultation Committee Th will hold its next meeting at 8 a.m. Friday,1930 March 15, at Denver International Airport. to Th The Airport Consultation Committeeservi will hold its next meeting at 1 p.m. Tuesday, In March 19 at the Adams County Govern-and ment Center. Both meetings are open totenu the public. mem Recre Boar Asso Com mitte Shoplifting: Two women were dispatched Feb. 18 to the 12200 block of Monroe Drive in reference rado arrested Feb. 15 at Gordman’s at Com to a felony that just occurred. A 10001 N. Grant St. A loss prevenCom 17-year-old boy and a 15-yeartion officer saw the women select Nort old girl, both of Thornton, were and conceal clothing items inside Th with another teen when they say a their purses. They then proceeded rado 19-year-old Thornton man pulled toward the exit without paying for a knife on them. As police arrived, mitte them. The 25-year-old Lakewood
within a 9,000-acre area, targeting the bioscience, renewable energy, aviation and aerospace, logistics, industrial agriculture and perishable foods industries. “When we normalize the Airport City plans with that of Adams County’s plans, we begin to see some of the competition that is building,” Montoya said. “We’ve already planned for commercial mixed uses to the west and north of the area as well as logistics to the east, biosciences with Fitzsimons, logistics and office space to the south and military and aerospace at Front Range Airport.” The challenge, several Airport Consultation Committee members said, is finding some middle ground, where every city and county can share economic benefits from future development. “I think we all agree on getting to one single point: appropriate development around and in the airport is a mutual benefit for all of us,” Aurora Mayor Steve Hogan said. “If it’s done right, then we all get the
Sen. Greg Brophy, R-Wray Crowder said that it’s wrong to expect undocumented immigrant students to forgo life goals and “flip burgers.” “We just look at it differently down there,” he said of his Senate District 35. “I’m of the opinion that this is a very conservative idea.” Crowder also reminded his Senate colleagues that the country needs more workers to pay into Social Security, and that can be helped by creating an environment where more people have opportunities to gain an education and earn better salaries to pay into the system. Sen. Linda Newell, D-Littleton — who voted against a similar bill in 2009 — agreed with Crowder, as she voiced her support of the legislation this time around. “We are going to have a huge shortage of workforce for our businesses,” she said. This is an emotional issue for many Democrats, and that was on display during the floor debate leading up to the final vote. Sen. Angela Giron, RPueblo, a bill co-sponsor, spoke through tears as she said how “this legislation changed my life,” and how she decided to run for office because of it. Sen. Evie Hudak, D-Westminster, who is a former teacher, recalled how “emotionally crushing” it was to see some of her students lose hope of ever being able to attend college. “They get this subtle message that they are not valued,” she said. The bill ended up passing the Senate on a 23-12 vote. ASSET now heads to the House of Representatives.
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woman and 23-year-old Thornton woman were issued summonses and released from the scene. The merchandise, valued at $98, was recovered. Third-degree assault, domestic violence, child abuse: Officers were dispatched Feb. 17 to the 2000 block of East 100th Place in reference to a disturbance in progress. They contacted a 34-year-old Thornton woman who was holding her 8-month-old baby girl. She told the officers that a verbal argument turned physical when her 39-year-old husband assaulted her and allegedly kicked the baby as she was sitting on the floor. While the baby had no injuries, the woman had bruising to her arms. The officers took the husband into custody, processed him and later transported him to the Adams County jail. The woman refused medical attention for herself and the baby. Felony menacing: Officers were
the suspect was leaving the area in a blue car, but was contacted and found to be in possession of a 3-inch throwing knife, two air guns and a bb gun. The man was processed and later released pending filing of formal charges. Shoplifting: A 28-year-old Westminster woman was arrested Feb. 21 at Gordman’s at 10001 N. Grant St. after she tried to steal $146 in clothing items. A loss prevention officer saw the woman conceal items in her purse and leave without paying for them. She was contacted outside the store, and the merchandise was recovered. She was issued a summons and released on the scene. Items in the police reports are compiled from public information contained in police department records. Charges or citations listed don’t imply guilt or innocence, and all people are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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eThorne helped city progress port Coordinating Committee, National League of Cities Transportation Policy Committee, Building Code Advisory Board as a City Council liaison, and National OrThorne ganization to Insure a Sound-Controlled Environment (N.O.I.S.E.) as the organization’s President and Vice President. Former Thornton Mayor Noel Busck said Thorne was also a driving force in securing the city’s future water supply from the northern part of the Cache La Poudre River in the late1980s. He said Thorne was also instrumental in obtaining money for original Thornton residents to replace their windows and install air conditioning in their homes to mitigate noise from old Stapleton Airport and later advocated for the move of the airport to its current site. As a lover of the arts, Busck said Thorne worked in the 1980s to organize a committee tasked with preserving and fostering the presence of arts within the city — an effort that eventually led to the creation of the Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council. “She was a very strong lady,” Busck said. “It was a pleasure knowing her
‘She truly was a fine leader for our community and really helped Thornton move in the right direction.’ Noel Busck, former Thornton Mayor and serving with her. She truly was a fine leader for our community and really helped Thornton move in the right direction.” She was proceeded in death by her husband Lyle Thorne and is survived by her two children, Ken Thorne of Thornton and Kim Thorne of Highlands Ranch, and four grandchildren Kyle, Courtney, Adam and Jake. No services will be held at her behest. In lieu of flowers, her family has asked for donations to be sent to The American Lung Association at www. lung.org/associations/states/colorado/ donate.
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Donald C. Ciancio, a longtime Adams County restaurateur, Denver Broncos fan and mental health advocate, died on Sunday, Feb. 24 in Westminster. He was 86. “He is truly one of the last patriarchs of Adams County,” said Donald C. Ciancio’s cousin Ken Ciancio. “He loved his family, he loved politics, he loved the Broncos and loved Adams County.” Donald C. Ciancio, who was born to Frank and Mary Ciancio in 1926, was raised by a politically active family that supported Adams County Democratic Party causes in the early1930s. “He really got involved in it in one degree or another from the time he could walk,” said Don’s brother Gene Ciancio. “In a practical matter, he grew up on it like most people grow up on milk and bread.” Thornton lawyer Manuel J. Solano said Donald C. Ciancio will be remembered for hosting fundraisers for numerous candidates at his Ital-
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Don Ciancio. Courtesy photo ian restaurant Via Venice — located across the street from the old Denver Broncos practice field at the intersection of Interstate 25 and 58th Avenue - during election season. “The Democratic Party and Adams County in general have lost a true, dedicated individual,” Solano said. “He was generous, supportive and truly cared about Adams County. He is going to be missed — Adams County has lost a true friend.” Those closest to Donald C. Ciancio, however, say some of his true passions ran deeper. Gene Ciancio said a group of about five people led by Donald C. Ciancio and Mary Ciancio met in a Commerce City barn one night in 1957 and founded what would later become Adams County Mental Health — an organization that has since grown into the Community Reach Center. Donald C. Ciancio would later create an annual charity golf tournament in 1980 named after his mother that continues to raise thousands of dollars each year for Community Reach Center. Gene Ciancio said Donald C. Ciancio was also a fervent Denver Broncos
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fan since the team’s earliest days and helped to garner voter approval for a 1967 bond petition to expand the 18,000-seat Bears Stadium into what would become Mile High Stadium a move that would save the Broncos from leaving the state. “To some people, I think he came off as a little gruff on the outside but anybody that got to know him even a little bit could get past that in about five minutes,” said Gene Ciancio. “When I needed advise or someone to talk to, I called him. I’ll miss him like one would miss a father.” Donald C. Ciancio is preceded in death by his wife, Jo, and siblings, Carol Lucas and Frank Ciancio Jr. He is survived by his daughter, Debra van de Taeye (Larry Widhelm); son, Donald F. Ciancio (Jennifer Ciancio); grandchildren, Jeffrey Leavitt, Matthew Ciancio, Josephine Ciancio, Jennifer Ciancio; great grandchildren, Caleb Leavitt and Makana Leavitt; and brother, Gene Ciancio (Lisa Hoffman-Ciancio). A funeral Mass will be at 11 a.m. today, Thursday, Feb. 28, at Assumption Catholic Church, 2361 East 78th Ave. in Welby.
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Olympic wrestling decision falls flat Last weekend’s state high school wrestling tournament brought together some of the most dedicated young men and women in Colorado to showcase a sport that is off the mainstream radar. The hundreds of teenagers who competed in Denver spent months, maybe years, working on moves and strategy, running, lifting weights and sweating. During the season, many monitored their weight down to the ounce. What’s more, they carved out a certain toughness they might not otherwise have known was there. For most of them, their moments on the mats at the Pepsi Center would be the ultimate stage. But some of the young grapplers, no doubt, have aspirations to extend their wrestling careers. First, college. Then, if they can beat the odds, the Olympics. But have the odds already beaten them? As you may have heard, the International Olympic Committee voted on Feb. 12 to
OUR VIEW drop wrestling from the Summer Games following 2016. The sport doesn’t grab the headlines, the TV ratings or the ticket sales of many other athletic endeavors. True, the only wrestling champion many people can name is Hulk Hogan, who performed in a professional, scripted version made for TV. But the amateur sport, real wrestling, has history on its side, dating to the first modern Olympiad in 1896. Going back even further, more than 2,000 years ago, Greeks saw fit to grapple. Wrestling ultimately took hold in many nations and continues as a true test of not only athletic aptitude but of one’s self.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
Will no mail on Saturday impact you? We stopped by City Park Fitness Center and City Park Recreation Center in Westminster to hear how people felt about the U.S. Postal Service’s decision to cease Saturday mail delivery starting in August.
No, I guess I don’t get that much mail, and I don’t think that one day will impact most people. I don’t have a huge business or anything. But I think if you did have a business it might impact you. - Lynn Riley, Westminster
No, it won’t impact me. I don’t get fun mail anymore, I just get bills. - Beverly Weaver, Broomfield
Last summer, Forbes.com ran an article with the headline “Why wrestlers make the best employees.” The story began with a quote from Olympic gold medalist Dan Gable. “More enduringly than any other sport, wrestling teaches self-control and pride. Some have wrestled without great skill — none have wrestled without pride.” Who wouldn’t like to see more people in the workplace — and in the community — with greater self-control and more pride in what they do? If the Olympics serve as a source of motivation for young athletes to continue honing these traits, why take that carrot away? There is still a fighting chance for the sport to appear in the 2020 games. In May, the Olympic committee will consider adding one more sport. Already, efforts are under way in the wrestling community to make sure their sport is the one. There’s even talk of the United States
Protecting local determination When the state Legislature is in session you never know when a new attack on local determination will be under way. We have seen it time and time again and for a variety of reasons. For example, remember Photo Red? It was a traffic enforcement tool which was an alternative to hiring more police officers to enforce speed limits in those communities which chose to implement the photo program. Well, the then state Legislature passed a bill that gutted the effectiveness of this tool and took away the decision-making of city councils in home rule cities like Westminster, Thornton, Boulder, Lakewood, Arvada and Aurora. Well, the latest attempt is a mandate from the Legislature to usurp local decision-making on recognizing firefighters’ unions.
State mandate for collective bargaining
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No, I don’t think it will impact me. I just never thought about it before. - Willow Hawley, Westminster
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State Sen. Lois Tochtrop is pushing the bill that would declare unionizing firefighters to be “a matter of statewide interest and concern” and take away that decisionmaking process at the local level. State law does not prohibit firefighter unions. Some municipal fire departments and fire districts are currently unionized such as Denver, Englewood and Thornton. Currently, city councils make the decision on whether to recognize unions. Furthermore, there is the option to petition the question on local ballots over the objection of councils. This occurred in 1981 in Westminster when the voters soundly defeated an attempt at police and fire unionization. What else do you need as far as options?
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and Iran working together for the cause, a true display of how sports can unite. We won’t use this space to trash other sports, ones that could be kept out so that wrestling might stay. All sports, in their own way, teach pride and self-control when done right. But consider this: LeBron James has the NBA Finals. Regardless of what wellintentioned players might say, high-profile professional sports reach their pinnacle within the confines of their league’s playoff tournament. Or in a global, sport-specific championship, such as soccer’s World Cup. Amateur wrestling has major events that unite the world’s finest besides the Olympics. Did you know that? No? That’s the point. Wrestling needs the Olympics’ stage. And the Olympics need wrestling to help it remain something the world takes genuine pride in, not just watches like so much reality TV.
It was most encouraging last week when Gov. John Hickenlooper released a letter sent to the House Speaker and Senate president in which he stated, “We do not believe it is a matter of state interest to require mandatory bargaining between a locality and its firefighters.” Tochtrop’s bill has already passed the
Senate and currently is in the House. If the House approves it (which I think they will given the Democratic Party’s close connections to labor and collective bargaining), it will be up to the governor to decide the bill’s fate. This same situation happened in 2009 when Bill Ritter was governor and he vetoed the bill. Let’s hope that Hickenlooper will do the same. Local determination needs to be upheld. Additional personnel costs such as increased salaries, more vacation time, increased insurance premiums and overtime compensation should be decided by the local elected officials; not the local collective bargaining unit with a threat of strike.
Open to the public
Hooray for transparency and an open court proceeding. The Colorado Supreme Court has ruled that the Jessica Ridgeway murder case hearing involving the charges against Austin Sigg shall be conducted in open court. Earlier, District Court Judge Stephen Munsinger had ruled to close the proceedings. We the public want to know what takes place in this heinous case as does America and the world. Such prosecution cases should be tried in the open so that the public can be apprised of the testimony and the outcome. Let’s not have such proceedings hidden behind a legal mumbo jumbo cloak. The public has a right to know. Bill Christopher is former city manager of Westminster and used to represent District J on the RTD board of directors.
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Going home always a pleasure There’s an old saying, “You can’t go home again” but it’s wrong. You can go home again, and it was wonderful to be back home again. Try it, you’ll like it.
stroke. She died of congestive heart failure during my visit. I’m just so glad we saw her while she was still knowing all of us.
A long time
When I went home in the past, I always stopped in at the First State Bank to see Pat Dubois, the president. He was a staunch Democrat and we enjoyed talking politics. I last saw him when he was 95 and he died Jan. 7 of this year. He was a stellar community leader and will be sorely missed. In his memory I’m reprinting an article about golf which he loved. Here it is!!
It had been two years since I had been “home” and I was mighty homesick for Minnesota and our little town of Sauk Centre, population 4,000. Our four girls and son, Dan, said they would take good care of Bob while I was “home”. There’s “home” and then there’s home and I needed a big dose of being with my two sisters and sister-in-law Jan. So off I went on Valentine’s Day and returned five days later. It was five days of non-stop talking and playing hours of cards, namely 500, a great game. I told the folks back there I just wanted to sit across the table and take them all in and I did that. Even my electric blanket
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It was heavenly
I had been home a number of times in the summer but I wanted to see our farm in the snow. And did we have plenty of snow with eight-foot drifts and pristine fields all white. It was so beautiful and serene.
Some changes
We went to the nursing home to see my sister-in-law Sally who recently had a
Life is Like a Round of Golf
Life is like a round of golf With many a turn and twist. But the game is much too sweet and short To curse the shots you’ve missed. Sometimes you’ll hit it straight and far Sometimes the putts roll true.
But each round has its errant shots And troubles to play through. So always swing with courage No matter what the lie. And never let the hazards Destroy the joy inside. And keep a song within your heart Give thanks that you can play. For the round is much too short and sweet To let it slip away. And now that I’ve had my Minnesota fix it, it should hold me for a while. Stay well, stay involved and stay tuned. Vi June is past Democratic state representative for House District 35. She is a former mayor of Westminster and a former newspaper publisher. A Westminster resident for more than four decades, she and her husband, Bob, have five grown children and eight grandchildren.
Council discontinues advisory board Sanitize environments could be crushing students
group to tackle at this time, since there is not enough money or financial incentives available to help kick off targeted revitalization efforts. “The problem is that we can’t attract By Darin Moriki businesses unless the structure is there,” dmoriki@ourcoloradonews.com Vigil said. “In order to do most of the revitalizaFormer members of a city-backed tion that needs to get done, we need moncitizen advisory group are concerned the ey. What I think the City Council is trying original part of Thornton will be passed to focus more on now is how do we put over for future improvement projects afmoney into that bucket — and that comes ter City Council voted to fold the group from sales tax and existing businesses earlier this month. that are out there now.” The Thornton Revitalization Advisory Former TRAB member Susan SherBoard (TRAB), which was created in July man-Kessler said she was concerned the 2009 and charged with outlining future city may lose the connection developed revitalization plans for south Thornton, boys, according to Brooks, only comprise between the group and original Thornwas unanimously removed by council about 40 percent of college enrollees; a ton citizens — a factor that she said may as a standing city group during its Feb. typical 11th-grade boy writes at the same thwart future redevelopment efforts. 12 meeting amid a mixture of praise and level as an eighth-grade girl; and the old “What I heard when I spent time with criticism. advantages boys had in math and science the stakeholders in that community is Several of the group’s former members have all but disappeared. their extreme frustration as if many things say its disbandment will send the wrong He concludes that schools need more were promised but nothing was delivmessage to original Thornton residents, (wait for it) diversity: Schools need to ered,” Sherman-Kessler said. while city officials maintain there are no allow for both cooperation and competi“If the perception in the community is available funds to help spur revitalization tion, both calm and rambunctiousness, that you’re really favoring the businesses projects at this time. both learning to share and learning to and discounting the neighborhood, you’re Thornton Ward 4 City Councilmember win and lose. in deep doo-doo. The challenge is trying Eric Tade said the five-member group was Both Hamlet and Prince Henry. to pick that up a little increment at a time integral in creating the South Thornton As a 21-year teacher, I still believe in so they feel there is that consistent buildRevitalization Subarea Plan, a two-year the mission of public schools. ing course that is there to support them.” $500,000 project that identified prioriBut now that there are so many educaFellow TRAB member Michael Miller tized redevelopment areas in some of the tional choices, families of bold, outgoing, agreed. city’s oldest neighborhoods. bounce-off-the-wall boys (and girls) have “No matter what you say, the original Tade said the plan, which was approved enough viable alternatives that they have part of Thornton is the foundation of this by council in August 2011, served as the almost no reason to stay in the system. great city,” Miller said. impetus for the South Thornton Area UrThis is a problem that no politician “As the blight spreads, and it has startban Renewal Plan, which will provide taxcan solve — this is a problem that only ed spreading up north now, it will conincrement financing opportunities for the schools can solve for themselves. tinue to spread until we have no city left industrial or commercial redevelopment Unfortunately for all of us, as good that doesn’t need some sort of repair. 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Local chow crowd could get awards This year’s James Beard Awards semifinalists — which many consider the Oscars of the restaurant industry — are out with several nods to Denver-area nosheries. Here are the contenders: Best Chef Southwest: Alex Seidel, Fruition; Max MacKissock, The Squeaky Bean; and MacKissock’s wife, Jennifer Jasinski, Rioja (which should make for some interesting pillow talk). Rising Star Chef of the Year: Jorel Pierce, Euclid Hall Bar & Kitchen (who works for owner Jasinski). Outstanding Wine Program: Frasca, Boulder. Outstanding Restaurateur: Frank Bonanno, owner of Mizuna, Luca d’Italia, Osteria Marco, Russell’s Smokehouse and more. Outstanding Bar Program: Williams & Graham. Finalists will be announced March 18; awards ceremony (a fancy-schmancy affair in New York City) is May 6.
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“Traveling Route 40” is the 40 West Arts District’s first photograph-only show and is a celebration of Colfax Avenue. Courtesy photos
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olfax Avenue has a history as old as the Denver Metro area, and a future that continually looks brighter, and the 40 West Arts district has captured that spirit in its “Traveling Route 40” photo exhibit. This is the art district’s, 1560 Teller St., first photography only exhibit, and will be on display from March 1 through April 29. ‘”We couldn’t be more excited about this show,” said Bill Marino, executive director of the Lakewood-West Colfax Business Improvement District. “Our juror (Boulder photographer Richard Van Pelt) carefully went through all the images that were submitted, and everyone who submitted work has at least one photo in the show.” “Traveling Route 40” will do just that, and be on display at seven different locations during that time, following the street it is honoring. After opening at 40 West, half the show will go on a tour of different locations — including the Golden Hill Office Center, Confluence Ministries and The Collection
IF YOU GO WHAT: “Traveling Route 40: Celebrating the Character of Colfax Avenue” WHERE: 40 West Arts 1560 Teller St. WHEN: March 1 through April 29 COST: Free INFORMATION: www.40westarts.org/ Colfax_Photo.html
If you’re a “Today” show watcher, you know that lead host Matt Lauer was absent from the show last week. According to my spy, Lauer and his family were spotted on a ski vacation in Vail. Meanwhile, over at Avon, another spy reports that Academy-Award-winning actress Frances McDormand and her filmmaker-husband Joel Coen were staying at The Westin Riverfront last week. I was told that “they are skiing and relaxing.”
Photograph by Jeremy Nix Gallery in Aurora. “This is great because it’s showing how 40 West can have an impact on working with partners,” Marino said. “We’re open to collaborating with other districts, so this is a great way to start.” The other half of the exhibit will be on display at the McNichols Building, 144 W. Colfax Ave., through April 21. Julie Byerlein, a member of the board for the district and a volunteer with its champion group, has been working with partners to get the traveling exhibit set-up. She said that the idea for the exhibit came from wanting to participate in the Month of Photography in Denver, and grew into the collaboration it became. “The photos are a nice mix between rural routes and historical places and more contemporary-feeling architecture and business,” Byerlein said. “It’s also features some of the interesting characters of Colfax.”
Byerlein said that the exhibit will be a great conversation starter for people who are interested in discussing Colfax’s 150year history. “Colfax is a fascinating place, and there’s a lot of excitement around it right now,” she said. “I think the show is a great way to inspire discussions about the best things on Colfax.” For Marino, there is no doubt that Colfax is the star of the show. “Whether characterized as the longest continuous main street in the United States or the gateway to the Rockies, Colfax Avenue has been at the epicenter of entrepreneurial and cultural activities in the metro area for 150 years,” he said. “This show is a tribute to the Avenue’s rich history, its present personality and its possibilities for the future.” For more information, including tour dates, visit www.40westarts.org/Colfax_ Photo.html.
The Madden Museum of Art, 6363 S. Fiddlers Green Circle in Greenwood Village, is opening “Inspired by Art: The Building of a Legacy,” which showcases the artwork collected by John and Marjorie Madden during their 50 years of world travel, exploration, philanthropy and office building development, with a reception from 6-9 p.m. March 16. The permanent installation is the sum of 50 years of collecting and is curated by Museum of Outdoor Arts executive director and co-founder Cynthia Madden Leitner. The opening celebration will feature traditional Irish fare, cocktails, refreshments and Celtic-themed entertainment. John Madden formed the John Madden Company, a real estate development business, in the mid-1960s, which continues to operate today. The Maddens call Denver home. For more information, go to www. maddenmuseum.com.
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The Limelight Awards, LoDo’s coveted annual awards and meeting event, takes place beginning at 5:30 p.m. March 14 with a silent auction and cocktail reception at the historic McNichols Civic Center Building at 14 W. Colfax Ave. (on the corner of Colfax and Bannock). The event recognizes LoDo’s notables for their achievements in 2012. Your ticket includes Wynkoop Brewing Company suds, an assortment of fine wines, Ceren vodka cocktails, fine fare, live music and an evening of glamorous networking. Please RSVP by March 1. Tickets can be purchased online at www.lodo.org or by contacting info@lodo.org or by calling 303628-5428. Parker continues on Page 17
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Office Assistant
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Duties - focus on scheduling and coordinating care for seniors (maintain monthly client schedules, computer input, customer service, follow up on assignments, etc.). Full and part- time opportunities. Call 303-688-7852.
Western Summit Constructors, Inc. is seeking Formwork Carpenters & Laborers, Concrete Finishers, Pipefitters, and Millwrights (process equipment installations) for large wastewater project located in Denver area. Applications will be taken at 9780 Pyramid Ct, Suite 100, Englewood, CO 80112, from 8-5 M-F. Send resumes to Careers@westernsummit.com or call (303)325-0325. WSCI is an EEO Employer. Would you like to earn an extra $500 to $1,000 this month?
Truck Drivers with Class A CDL for tankers and end dumps.
Based along the Colorado Front Range area, some travel will be required. Must have 2 years tractor – trailer experience and a clean driving record. Applicants need to provide a current MVR. Equipment Operator – multiple positions available for both farm and construction equipment. Some traveling may be required. Hourly pay with over time. Benefit package includes vacation time, sick leave, health insurance, Aflac & 401K. Email resume to Brianne@parkerag.com or call Parker Ag at 888-246-7654 to get an application.
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Offering an ideal employment opportunity for highly reliable non-smoking English speaking couple each working a 30-35 hour week. Responsibilities included daily housekeeping and lawn care, errands and routine maintenance. A private two bedroom apartment including all utilities will be provided, as well as salary commensurate with experience, vacation and health benefits. References and back ground check will be required. No pets or children. Please fax a letter of interest with a brief description of work history and references to 303-279-6540. If you have any questions, please call 303-532-9898
The City of Westminster is now accepting applications for our
SEASONAL JOB OPPORTUNITIES Now open: Parks Golf Courses
Opening soon: Outdoor Pools Recreation Programs Public Works
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Garage Sales Moving Sale March 9th 9-4
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Baby Crib w/mattress $75, Matching Changer $35, Double stroller $50, Infant car seat/carrier Winnie The Pooh themed $30 Lightning McQueen Toddler Chair $25 ask about misc. toys (937)321-3809
condition $250 Call 303-335-6549 located in Lakewood
Firearms If you hold valid CC Permit issued by CO, Mini 14 by R. and tipanium 38 by S&W for sale. $sale, price neg. 303-396-3264
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Furniture Antique 3 Drawer Dresser
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Autos for Sale 1998 Toyota Camry
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Sanders Drywall Inc. All phases to include
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Construction Massa Construction 303-642-3548
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Garage Doors
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Doors/Windows
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Hardwood Floors
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WEDNESDAY/FEB. 27 A-NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness-Adams County) meets from 7-9 p.m.,Feb. 27 (the last Wednesday of every month) at the Community Reach Center, 8931 Huron St., Thornton. Each A-NAMI meeting provides participants time for sharing challenges and triumphs, and frequently feature presentations by mental-health professionals and educational discussion. Anyone dealing with a mental illness, including family and friends, may benefit from A-NAMI support. For more information, contact (303) 853-3770; s.bain60@gmail.com. THURSDAY/FEB. 28 NOMINATION DEADLINE Nominations for the Commu-
nity Reach Center Foundation’s 2013 Mary Ciancio Memorial Distinguished Service Award are due by Thursday, Feb. 28. The award will be presented at a dinner April 18 at the Stonebrook Manor in Thornton. The award honors an Adams County resident who has served the community in an outstanding fashion through volunteerism. It is named for the late Mary Ciancio, in recognition of her many years of community service on behalf of Adams County residents with mental and physical disabilities. Nomination forms and instructions are available atwww.CommunityReachCenter.org. For information, call or email Deb Haviland, at 303-853-3472 or d.haviland@communityreachcenter.org.
THURSDAY/FEB. 28, MARCH 7, MARCH 14 MENTAL HEALTH Mental Health First Aid is a 12-hour certification course that provides information about signs, symptoms and behaviors associated with various mental health conditions. It teaches an evidence-based five-step action plan for providing basic assistance to someone in the throes of a mental health crisis until appropriate professional, peer or family support can be engaged. There is no tuition fee; however, registration is mandatory. Register atMHFA@CommunityReachCenter. org or contact Lindy Schultz at 303-853-3679. The classes are from 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 21, Feb. 28, March 7, March 14 at Community Reach Center, 11285 Highline Drive, Northglenn. FRIDAY/MARCH 1 ENTRY DEADLINE The Northglenn Arts and Humanities Foundation is conducting an open entry competition to select six sculptures to be part of Northglenn’s 2013-14 “Art on Parade” on-loan sculpture program. The winning pieces will be placed at E.B. Rains Junior Memorial Park surrounding Webster Lake in Northglenn. Check www.callforentry.org for more on submissions. Contact Michael Stricker at 303-450-8727 or email artonparade@northglenn.org for information. SHABBAT SERVICE Want to turn an ordinary Friday night
into something extraordinary? Congregation B’nai Torah invites all Jews, interfaith families and those interested in Judaism to Shabbat Across America at 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 1. Join us for a taste of Shabbat with a short explanatory service, traditional rituals, a delicious meal and lively discussion. Bring a dish to share for the potluck dinner (no pork, shellfish or dishes combining dairy and meat). Congregation B’nai Torah is a welcoming Reform congregation meeting at 3990 W. 74th Ave. in Westminster. Call Jack at 303-552-0498.
FESTIVE FRIDAY Celebrate National Pig Day with pig races
and everything bacon. The celebration is at noon Friday, March
1, at the Northglenn Senior Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Bring a potluck dish that includes bacon – even dessert. RSVP at 303-450-8801. For people ages 55 and over.
Open to ages 12 and older. Sign up early; call 720-898-7405 or visit www.arvada.org/nature to register and for information on costs.
FRIDAY/MARCH 1 TO MARCH 16
WEDNESDAY/MARCH 6
INSTRUMENT DRIVE Colorado Public Radio kicks off its annual instrument drive on Friday, March 1. The community program is designed to promote and strengthen music education and appreciation in Colorado. Coloradans are encouraged to donate their band or orchestra instruments through March 16 at one of 13 drop-off locations, including Golden Music Center, Music and Arts (Westminster) and Rockley Music Company (Lakewood). After they’re donated, instruments are repaired by Colorado Institute of Musical Instrument Technology, and then Colorado Public Radio works with the Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation to match refurbished instruments with the needs of underfunded school music programs in Colorado.
CITIZEN’S POLICE ACADEMY Have you ever wanted to learn more about the Arvada Police Department or wanted to get an inside look at policing? You can do so by attending the Arvada Police Department’s Spring Citizen’s Police Academy. The academy meets on 12 consecutive Wednesdays between March 6 and May 15. Classes are in classrooms and field settings, and give participants insight into many aspects of police work. Visit www.arvadapd.org to complete an application. A criminal background investigation will be done on each applicant. The academy is offered twice a year, and class size is limited. Call 720-898-6660.
SATURDAY/MARCH 2 LITERARY EVENT Three literary agents will team together from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, March 2, at the Mamie Dowd Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road, Broomfield, to help aspiring writers discover how to break into publishing. Those who register for the event will meet three agents: Sara Megibow from Nelson Literary, Kate Schafer Testerman of KT Literary, and Terrie Wolfe of AKA Literary. Each writer will be allowed to pitch directly to an agent, and then receive immediate feedback on what works and what doesn’t. Furthermore, the agent panel will read the first page of each participant’s manuscript in a session called “First Pages” and again participants will receive immediate feedback. Space is limited and registration is required; registration deadline is Feb. 25. To register, visit http://tinyurl.com/ak8j5b2 or contact the registrar, Carrie Seidel, at whispurr_s@hotmail.com. MONDAY/MARCH 4 GOLF LEAGUE Lake Arbor Ladies Nine hole golf league is host-
ing a membership meeting/coffee at 10 a.m. Monday, March 4, at Lake Arbor clubhouse, 8600 Wadsworth Blvd. League play is each Monday morning from April through October. New members of all skill levels are welcome/encouraged to join a fun group of women. Handicaps will be acquired through play. For more information, including cost of membership dues, contact head golf pro Lee Kauffman at Lake Arbor, 720-898-7360.
TUESDAY/MARCH 5 SCHOOL MEETING Mapleton Public Schools is exploring the opportunity to open a performing arts school where students could master academic standards while also discovering dance, vocal music, drama, theatre and instrumental music. Share your ideas and give us your feedback about opening the school at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 5, at 8980 York St., Thornton. Call 303-853-1015 or emailcommunications@mapleton.us. START SEEDS Dreaming about your summer vegetable garden? Join Jackie Raehl, owner of Star Acre Farms, to learn basic seed starting techniques from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 5 at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Learn about seed starting mediums, heirloom seed saving, and growing vegetable seeds for transplanting into your home garden. Leave with seeds, information and materials for starting your own heirloom plants such as peppers, eggplant, and tomatoes.
IMMIGRATION POLICY Join Active Minds from 2-3 p.m. Wednesday, March 6, for a look at the history of immigration in the United States and how this issue is playing out at both the federal and state level. We will discuss the economics and politics of various aspects of U.S. immigration policy and how these elements are viewed by various constituencies within the United States. This free program takes place at Keystone Place at Legacy Ridge, 11180 Irving Drive, Westminster. RSVP to Keystone Place at 303-465-5600. WEDNESDAY/MARCH 6 TO MARCH 27 PRESCHOOL FUN Jody Weiland teaches about a different kind of animal from 10-10:45 a.m. Wednesdays from March 6-27 at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. This four-week session includes fox, ants, raccoons and coyotes. Enjoy a glimpse into their wonderful worlds, using books, stories, crafts, and games. Program for ages 3-6 years. Sign up early; call 720-898-7405 or visitwww.arvada.org/nature to register and for information on costs. THURSDAY/MARCH 7 MULTIMEDIA PERFORMANCE Marta Burton and Sheldon Sands present “Unbounded: Breaking the Chains of Modern Day Slavery,” a multimedia performance that draws upon the music, historical narratives and images of Jewish and African-American experiences of oppression and slavery to raise awareness of those enslaved globally today. The concert will be performed at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 7, at Temple Emanuel, 51 Grape St., Denver. Tickets are available at http://www.mizelmuseum.org. For information contact Deanne Kapnik at dkapnik@mizelmuseum.org or 303-749-5019. KIDS MUSIC Theater favorite Katherine Dines and her band will perform lots of really fun songs and little stories in this concert, which are sure to make the crowd wiggle, giggle and sing along. The show is at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 7, at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, 11801 Community Center Drive. Great for pre-k/kindergarten youth. Cost is $3.75 per person. Call 303450-8800 for more information.
COMING SOON COMING SOON/MARCH 8 WESTMINSTER WALKERS Improve your health and meet new friends by joining our walking club. These monthly meet-
ings are held to track your progress and update you on health information. The next meeting is from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Friday, March 8, at St. Anthony North Hospital, 2551 W. 84th Ave., Westminster. The topic will be The Healing Properties of Aromatherapy. Call 720-321-8940 to register.
CONCERT Wendy Woo performs at 8:30 p.m. Friday, March 8, at The Exchange Tavern, 11940 Bradburn Blvd., Westminster. Call 303-469-0404 or visithttp://www.exchangetavern.com/. The show is for all ages. COMING SOON/MARCH 8-17 PLAYHOUSE PERFORMANCE Festival Playhouse and 11 Minute Theatre Company present “Those Crazy Ladies in the House on the Corner,” by Pat Cook. What do you do when you have three geriatric sisters as patients and all they want to do is sit at home and talk to one another – all at the same time? You move another person in with them. At least, that is what Doc Lomax does when he has a new nurse needing a place to live. Performances are at the Festival Playhouse, 5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. Call 303-422-4090 or visit www.festivalplayhouse.com. COMING SOON/MARCH 9 GAME DESIGN Join Anythink Wright Farms for an IMLS game design workshop from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, March 9. Sponsored by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, this workshop allows middle and high school students to learn all about video game design from the experts. Students are encouraged to submit their designs to the National STEM Video Game Challenge for a chance to earn recognition and prizes, as well as money for their school. The IMLS Game Design Workshop will familiarize students with the process of game design from multiple perspectives, including game system elements and team member roles and responsibilities. Participants will design both simple digital and physical games, as well as learn the concept of the iterative game design cycle. Anythink is one of 20 organizations nationwide selected to host the workshop. Space is limited; registration required. Visit our online calendar to register. The library is at 5877 E. 120th Ave., Thornton. Call 303-405-3200 or visit anythinklibraries.org. PASSPORT DAY The Northglenn City Clerk’s office will join the U.S. Department of State and other passport acceptance facilities across the country to participate in “Passport Day in the USA 2013” from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 9, at City Hall, 11701 Community Center Drive. The office will accept applications and take passport photos on site. No appointments are necessary. Call 303-450-8709 or visit www.northglenn.org/ passports. COMING SOON/MARCH 11 HEARING LOSS As part of the Healthy Living Series, meet Dr. Jerilyn Dutton and Dr. Leah Mitchell, audiologists with Hearing Rehab Center, as they guide you through the process of understanding how your ears and auditory system work, what happens when hearing loss occurs, and what options you or your loved one might have to address it. The program is at 1 p.m. Monday, March 11, at the Northglenn Senior Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. RSVP at 303-450-8801. For people ages 55 and over. Coming Soon continues on Page 20
Parker: Magazine seeking restaurant critic candidates Parker continued from Page 8
Wolff quitting Goodwill
After nearly three years as president and CEO of Goodwill Industries of Denver, Jesse Wolff has announced he is resigning. During his tenure, Wolff has made a significant impact growing the venerable nonprofit’s mission, building the brand, investing in its employees and facilities and transforming the culture of the organization. Since Wolff was hired in 2010, Goodwill’s revenues
have nearly doubled and community donations have increased significantly. Also under Wolff’s leadership, Goodwill has created nearly 500 new jobs in Denver and northern Colorado, and the company is now among the 60 largest private employers in the state with nearly 1,400 employees. Also over the last three years, Goodwill has opened 15 new retail stores, Outlet Worlds and donation centers — contributing millions in economic impact
to the state. “This was not an easy decision to make,” Wolff said. “In my time at Goodwill, thanks to the hard work of so many talented, hard-working employees across the company we’ve accomplished so much — we’ve increased revenues by more than 40 percent, we’ve increased the reach of our mission programs tremendously and we added 500 new jobs, just to name a few. The transformation of Goodwill that I envisioned has become
CELEBRATIONS Ashley Harlan, of Thornton, made the fall 2012 honor list at Minnesota State University. Devi Fitelly, of Thornton, a sophomore nursing student, was named to the fall 2012 dean’s list at William Jewell College. Ashley L. Cunningham, of Northglenn, was named to the fall 2012 provost’s honor roll at the University of Wyoming. Shannon JoAnn Frenzel, Stacia Burke Slowey and Joi Marie Smith, of Thornton, were named to the fall 2012 provost’s honor roll at the University of Wyoming.
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a reality and I feel like I’m leaving Goodwill in a really good place. “The decision of who will replace me will ultimately be made by Goodwill’s Board of Directors led by Carrie Mesch. I feel we have one of the strongest boards a nonprofit could ask for, so I am confident they will find someone who will continue to lead Goodwill on its path of increased mission impact, retail growth and employee investment.” Upon Wolff’s departure,
for which a date has not yet been set, David Brunick, Goodwill’s vice president of human resources, will act as interim CEO.
Eat your heart out
5280, Denver’s “Mile High magazine” is looking for a restaurant critic who can “build upon the success for their established food coverage.” If you think you’re the ideal candidate, email a brief cover letter, resume, three clips, and a sample restaurant review to diningteam@5280.com.
No phone calls! Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, businesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for Blacktie-Colorado.com. She can be reached at penny@blacktie-llc.com or at 303-619-5209.
MILITARY NOTES Navy Airman Apprentice Jacob L. James, son of Jennifer L. and Daniell L. James, of Broomfield, and other fellow Sailors aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) recently got underway, following a four-day port visit to Jebel
Ali, Dubai. John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group, consisting of John C. Stennis, Carrier Air Wing 9, Destroyer Squadron 21, and Mobile Bay forward deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security
operation, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operations Enduring Freedom. James is a 2011 graduate of Mountain Range High School of Thornton and joined the Navy in July 2012.
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Metro North Chamber Recognizes Region’s Outstanding Business Leaders & Businesses The Metro North Chamber of Commerce announced on Friday, February 8th the winners of its prestigious annual business recognition awards at its 2013 Gala & Silent Auction. Four business leaders/ businesses were recognized for their outstanding contributions to the Metro North Chamber of Commerce and the region in the categories of Small Business Person of the Year, Leadership Person of the Year, Business Person of the Year, and Outstanding Business Partner of the Year. The Metro North Chamber Annual Awards specifically recognize individuals and organizations that have given time and resources to help advance the Chamber’s efforts in increasing the vitality of the region and ultimately to enhancing the communities of the Metro North area. The distinguished winners were: Small Business Person of the Year – Steve Caulk, Owner of ProConnect Public Relations, was recognized for his integral role in promoting communications and positions for the Metro North Chambers Business and Governmental Affairs Committee which he cochairs. Leadership Person of the Year – LaTrice Brewster, Marketing Coordinator at Horizons
North Credit Union, was recognized for her contribution to the Metro North Chamber Leadership Program. Brewster has worked diligently over the past year to help shape the next generation of informed, engaged community leaders through her direct involvement in the planning and implementation of the Leadership Program’s curriculum. Business Person of the Year – Janine Anderson, Director of Catering and Conference Services, Westin Westminster, was named Outstanding Business Person of the Year in recognition of the knowledge, time, and energy she has spent while serving as Board of Director and sponsor and participant in the Chamber’s major events. She is instrumental in the success of the Metro North Chamber events and was the catering and design diva behind this year’s gala. Outstanding Business Partner of the Year – Xcel Energy. Rob Osborn, Preston Gibson and their team have been instrumental to the growth and success of the Chamber. The strength of the Metro North Chamber is a result of the continued partnerships with the members the Chamber represents. This award is a small token of recognition and appreciation for the ongoing support
and dedication Xcel has provided to the Metro North Chamber. Over 500 attendees were present in support of the Metro North Chamber at the 2013 Annual Gala & Silent Auction. Notable attendees included US Congressmen Mike Coffman and Cory Gardner. In addition to recognizing the region’s outstanding business contributors the event provided an opportunity for business leaders and elected officials to connect with one another. For more information about the Metro North Chamber of Commerce please visit www.MetroNorthChamber.com or call 303.288.1000.
From left to right: Troy Whitmore, Secretary, Metro North Chamber; Deborah Obermeyer, CEO/President, Metro North Chamber; Steve Caulk, Small Business Person of the Year; and Jennifer Alderfer, Chair Elect, Metro North Chamber.
From left to right: Brad Harvey, Chairman, Metro North Chamber; Deborah Obermeyer, CEO/President, Metro North Chamber; LaTrice Brewster, Leadership Person of the Year; and Jennifer Alderfer, Chair Elect, Metro North Chamber.
From left to right: Brad Harvey, Chairman, Metro North Chamber; Deborah Obermeyer, CEO/ President, Metro North Chamber; Janine Anderson, Business Person of the Year; and Jennifer Alderfer, Chair Elect, Metro North Chamber.
From left to right: Brad Harvey, Chairman, Metro North Chamber; Deborah Obermeyer, CEO/President, Metro North Chamber; Xcel Energy and Preston Gibson, Outstanding Business Partner of the Year; and Jennifer Alderfer, Chair Elect, Metro North Chamber.
About Your Metro North Chamber of Commerce Established in 1959, your Metro North Chamber of Commerce is the premier business representative for the Metro North region representing over 1,000 businesses in Arvada, Aurora, Brighton, Broomfield, Commerce City, Dacono, Erie, Federal Heights, Firestone, Frederick, Northglenn, Thornton and Westminster.
Your Chamber works to provide support to businesses in the region through strong advocacy at the local and state level while providing opportunities to help businesses grow and develop. Your Chamber understands the fundamental effects that businesses and industry have on our communities and is thus commit-
ted to bringing businesses, educators, non-profits groups and government agencies together to speak with ONE UNIFIED VOICE TO PROMOTE THE ECONOMIC VITALITY OF THE METRO NORTH REGION. For more information about your Metro North Chamber of Commerce visit www.MetroNorthChamber.com or call 303.288.1000.
The Metro North Chamber ... Your Regional Business Powerhouse
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Upcoming MNCC Connection Opportunities Your Metro North Chamber provides on-going opportunities for business professionals to connect with other business professionals and to have access to relevant information that impacts our communities.
Special Events
Monthly Events
Weekly Events
MNCC Business After Hours & Expo Event on Thursday, March 7th from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at El Jardin Mexican Restaurant (6460 E. 73rd Ave., Commerce City, CO 80022)
MNCC Ambassador Meeting on Tuesday, March 12th from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. at the Chamber Office (14583 Orchard Pkwy., #300, Westminster, CO 80023)
MNCC BGA Meetings every Wednesday from 7:30 – 9:30 a.m. at the Chamber Office 14583 Orchard Pkwy., #300, Westminster, CO 80023)
MNCC Leadership Advisory Board (LAB) Meeting on Tuesday, March 12th from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. at the Chamber Office (14583 Orchard Pkwy., #300, Westminster, CO 80234)
MNCC Tuesday Leads Group from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Lone Star Steakhouse (237 E. 120th Ave., Thornton, CO 80023) MNCC Thursday Leads Group from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. at Egg & I (885 Thornton Pkwy., Thornton, CO 80229)
For more information on these events and other connection opportunities, Please visit our website at www.MetroNorthChamber.com or call 303.288.1000.
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anything else?” Deputy County Administrator Todd Leopold disagreed, saying the county followed all of the guidelines to implement a fee and consistently held public meetings to encourage public input. “I don’t see that there’s any legal standing that would take place to overturn this,” Leopold said. “From that standpoint, I don’t think there’s any concern from the county’s perspective.” Unincorporated Adams County resident Annette Tarantino said she was charged about $170 in stormwater utility fees for her one-acre property and expressed concern that many residents who have mortgages on their homes may not even realize they are being charged a fee. “I’m not really happy about it,” Tarantino said. “I hope the county commissioners change their mind when they see the amount of support we are getting.”
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COMING SOON/MARCH 11, APRIL 1, MAY 14, JUNE 4 LECTURE SERIES Unique Lives & Experiences welcomes lecturers, artists and celebrities who will share perspectives from their lives. The series is at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in Denver. On Monday, March 11, the series welcomes Vicente and Marta Fox, Mexico’s former president and first lady. The series also includes Jane Goodall, primatologist and conservationist, on Monday, April 1; Sissy Spacek on Tuesday, May 14; and Dionne Warwich on Tuesday, June 4. The lectures begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available by calling 1-866-449-8118. Visit www. uniquelives.com. COMING SOON/MARCH 12 COLORADO PREDATORS Sharp teeth, sharp vision and keen hunting skills make people take pause
when they come across Colorado predators. Join local naturalists Tabbi Kinion from Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Kristen Libberton to learn more about the fascinating lifestyles of bears, lions, coyotes and other local wildlife. We’ll talk biology, play games and do activities to find out what it feels like to be the predator and their prey. Call ahead to register; 720-898-7405. The program is from 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Visit www.arvada.org/nature.
COMING SOON/MARCH 13 THEATER AUDITIONS The Creative Revolution Theatre Company will have auditions for “I Hate Hamlet” and “Politically Correct Bedtime Stories” from 5-9 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, at TASHCO Art Gallery at the North Valley Tech Center, 500 E. 84th Ave., Suite C-1, Thornton. Callbacks will be Friday, March 15, time to be determined. Rehearsals begin the week of March 25 (Hamlet) and March 18 (Bedtime Stories).
Performance for Bedtime Stories is April 3, and performances for Hamlet are May 3-5 at the Thornton Arts & Culture Center, 9209 Dorothy Blvd. Email creativerevolutiontheatre@gmail.com to schedule an appointment or for questions.
COMING SOON/MARCH 14 SPELLING BEE Compete with other spelling whizzes in the 60+ Spelling Bee, sponsored by the Arvada Press/Mile High News, Brookdale Senior Living’s Arvada Sterling House and Arvada Meridian, and Prime Time for Seniors Newspaper. Prizes and refreshments included. This is a free event, but both contestants and spectators must register by March 2. Contestants must be 60 and over. Sign up soon; space is limited. The spelling bee is from 1-3 p.m. Thursday, March 14, at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Coming Soon continues on Page 24
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Amount of points t h e Legacy girls basketball team scored in the fourth quarter of Tuesday’s firstround matchup with Smoky Hill. Legacy scored 34 points during the first three quarters of the game.
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Ponderosa’s Dylan Gabel wrestles Horizon’s David Chitwood, in white, Feb. 23 during the finals of the Colorado Wrestling State Championships. Chitwood took second place in the 170-pound weight class. Photos by Courtney Kuhlen
Chitwood finishes second at state tourney Horizon has two wrestlers place and finish 20th By Jonathan Maness
jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com DENVER - Not many expected Horizon’s David Chitwood to be one of two wrestlers left standing at 170 pounds Saturday night at the Class 5A state wrestling tournament. Well nobody, but himself and his coaching staff. And he nearly came away with a state title, but couldn’t top Ponderosa’s Dylan Gable, who won the title bout 3-1. “Didn’t really expect to make it go this far, well at least nobody else did,” Horizon’s senior said. Chitwood battled Gable a week earlier at the regional meet, and was pinned in the first period, but Chitwood was determined not to let history repeat itself on Saturday. “He was a good wrestler, but I think I knew what to expect,” Chitwood said. “It was better than the regional tournament.” Chitwood has been dealing with a lingering shoulder injury, and the regional tournament was his first time back on the mat since the injury. Chitwood was a force to deal with during the first three rounds of the tournament, pinning Legend’s Colton Fries and then beat Fruita Monument’s Jacob Seely in the quarterfinals before besting Fossil Ridge’s Dustin Riba in the semifinals by a 14-1 major decision. “It’s something else to wrestle here, the energy is great,” Chitwood said. Anthony Cortez (106 pounds) also finished fifth for the Hawks. Cortez won his first two matches by major decision, but lost his next two before pinning Chaparral’s Frank Martinez in the fifth place match. Senior Austin Gonzales (152) qualified
Northglenn’s Maurisio Garcia wrestles Ralston Valley’s Isaac Arellano in the fifth-place consolation match on Saturday at the Class 5A state tournament. Photo by Jonathan Maness for state, he beat Chaparral’s Jake Tarr in the opening round but lost his next two matches. “I thought we had some great performances,” Chitwood said. “Anthony had some upsets and he’s only a junior and should be back here.” Team-wise Horizon was 20th, while Pomona won the team title and Ponderosa finished second. Legacy finished 10th, Mountain Range was 14th, Northglenn placed 31st and Westminster was tied for 44th. Northglenn sent two wrestlers to state, sophomores Rocky Nava (106) and Maurisio Garcia (113). Garcia placed fifth after pinning Ralston Valley’s Isaac Arellano in the consolation match. He finished the season with an impressive 39-9 record and won three of five matches at the tournament. All three of his victories were by pin falls. His lone losses coming to ThunderRidge’s Kyndall Rutz and Pomona’s Travis Torres. Rutz placed second, while Torres was fourth. Nava went 2-2 at the tournament, with his
losses coming to Pomona’s Tomas Guiterrez and Legacy’s Ryan Deakin. Deakin took third, while Guiterrez placed fourth. Nava finished the season 42-10 record and is amongst the talented young field at 106 pounds - which featured all underclassmen and no seniors at the state tournament. Garcia was second at the Region 3 tournament, while Nava placed third. The duo also won individual titles at the Norse Invitational earlier this season, which was the second consecutive title for Garcia. Westminster sent two wrestlers, Santos Valtierra (120) and Gabe Grimaldo (170). Neither wrestler placed, Grimaldo, who placed third at 160 pounds last season, went 1-2 at the tournament - pinning Fort Collins’ Riley McConnell in the first round of the consolation bracket. Standley Lake’s lone qualifier Nate Carlson (138) also went 1-2 at the tournament. His only win coming in a 10-7 victory over Arapahoe’s Mitch Wilson in the first-round of the consolation bracket.
Pomona rallies to capture 5A state team championship By Daniel Williams
dwilliams@ourcoloradonews.com DENVER - It didn’t quite come the way they envisioned but the Pomona Panthers are the best team in 5A wrestling. The Panthers used a team score of 125 points to capture the team title at the Colorado Wrestling State Champions at the Pepsi Center. Initially, it looked as though Pomona gave away the team championship after eight of their 10 state qualifiers were defeated in the first two rounds. But the Panthers rallied behind senior Archie Colgan’s state title at 160 pounds, and
senior Austin Marvel’s second place finish at 138 pounds, as well as five other top six finishers. “This is a culmination of a lot of hard work not only this season but over the last couple years of us just falling short,” Pomona coach Sam Federico said. “It feels awesome. It is such a special feeling.” Some thought perhaps the Panthers were disappointed after just two of their wrestlers made it to the finals on Saturday night. But none of those people were Panthers. “I am so proud of the way our guys rallied and fought. When things didn’t go the way we planned we could have got discouraged and gone the other way, instead we stuck togeth-
er and we kept fighting and we got it done,” Federico said. Colgan, Pomona’s lone individual champion, was a juggernaut throughout the entire tournament and was not going to be denied. After settling for third last year Colgan said he wasn’t going to let anyone stand in his way of a state championship. Colgan won a 7-6 decision over Fossil Ridge’s Austin Lindsay. “I can’t describe the way it feels to be a state champion,” Colgan said. “It’s my senior year; I knew I had to go out as a champion.” Marvel was forced to settle for runner up after his 10-0 loss to Pine Creek’s Geordan Martinez.
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of seniors t h a t wrest l e d at state in the 106-pound weight class. The field was dominated by underclassmen, led by Coronado sophomore Trent Watson – who won his second state title on Saturday. Legacy freshman Ryan Deakin finished third, while Pomona’s freshman Tomas Gutierrez placed fourth. The field included seven sophomores, six freshman and three juniors.
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Doherty at Horizon, Friday Horizon’s duo of Kaylie and Alyssa Rader have been a force to handle in the post this season and the two will be a key in the Hawks topping Doherty in the second round of the Class 5A state basketball playoffs. Doherty may be one of the few teams in the state that has the size to battle with the Rader sisters. The Spartans have two players, Aiesha Harris and Meagan Kramer, that are listed at 6-foot-2.
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Legacy’s 106-pounder Ryan Deakin wrestles Pomona’s Tomas Gutierrez in the third-place consolation match on Saturday at the Class 5A state wrestling tournament. Photos by Jonathan Maness
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Legacy’s 160-pounder Connor Casady wrestles Grandview’s Jordan Brown in the third-place consolation match on Saturday at the Class 5A state wrestling tournament.
Legacy has three wrestlers place at state Deakin, Casady each place third for Lightning; McWee fifth By Jonathan Maness
jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com DENVER - It was a good showing by the Legacy wrestling team at the Class 5A state wrestling tournament. Not only did the Lightning finish 10th and have three of their four wrestlers place Saturday night, they also saw a glimpse of the future. Freshman Ryan Deakin finished off his stellar first season at Legacy with a third place finish at 106 pounds. He won four of five matches, with his lone loss coming to defending state champion Trent Watson who repeated his title at 106 pounds and finished the regular season with a perfect 48-0 record.
Deakin closed out his freshman campaign with a 7-2 overtime victory over Pomona’s Tomas Gutierrez. The win helped Deakin improve his overall record to 38-10. “He did a very good job for a freshman,” said Legacy’s Connor Casady, who also placed third at the tournament. “I’m really proud of him, and have high expectations for him. I think he should be a state champ by the time he is a senior.” What made Deakin’s weight class especially interesting is it was dominated by underclassmen. There were no seniors competing at 106 pounds, while Watson is only a sophomore and Greeley West’s Anthony Garza, who placed second, is only a junior. Deakin, who was the Lightning’ first freshman since 2009 to place at state, wasted little time after falling to Watson in the second round, he went perfect on the backside of the bracket. He beat Abraham Lincoln’s Jacob Espinosa 6-1 and then pinned Fossil Ridge’s Matthew Rayes before topping Chaparral’s Frank Martinez 7-2.
Casady was no slouch himself at 160 pounds, he came into the tournament with a 39-6 record and was runner-up at the regional tournament after losing to Pomona’s Archie Colgan 1-0. Colgan went on to win the state title, while Fossil Ridge’s Austen Lindsay took second. “I had really tough competition,” Casady said. “Archie is an outstanding wrestler and has always been around and tough. And Lindsay is very tough kid. It was a really solid bracket all the way through.” Like Deakin, Casady won four of his five matches. His lone loss was of another heart-breaking fashion, losing 7-5 in overtime to Fossil Ridge’s Austen Lindsay. After that Casady was nearly unstoppable, pinning both of his next two opponents - Denver East’s Khyre Burns and Coronado’s Grady Pina. He also beat Pine Creek’s TJ Campbell 9-6 and finished off his final state experience with 11-1 major decision win over Grandview’s Jordan Brown in the third-
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Legacy goes on 15-1 run to top Dakota Ridge By Jonathan Maness
jmaness@ourcoloradonews. com BROOMFIELD - The Legacy High School girls basketball team has had to overcome a lot of adversity this season, which made Tuesday’s win fitting. Playing without one of their best player’s, the seventh-seeded Lightning had to rally from a 10-point deficit in the fourth quarter to beat No. 10 Dakota Ridge 63-52. “We fought through a lot of adversity,” Legacy coach Craig Van Patten said. “Our backs were against the wall like they were all season and kids that don’t usually step up for us did (Tuesday). Here we are in the playoffs and going on to the second round.” The defending champion Lightning played Tuesday’s game without their leading scorer sophomore Courtney Smith. She came down hard in practice last week and suffered a cervical strain which all that puts her out for the rest of the postseason. No doubt the absence of Smith hurt, as Dakota Ridge controlled the flow of the game and pushed its lead to 10 points early in the fourth. But Van Patten uti-
lized his full-court press in the final quarter and the Lightning went on a 15-1 run to take complete control. MacKenzie Neely scored a fast-break basket and Bree Paulson stole an inbounds pass and scored three points the old fashioned way to bring within two. However, the duo fouled out and senior Emily Lopez had to put the final touches on the rally. She scored seven of her 14 points in the final four minutes to help the Lightning steal the victory. “Our press and quickness really came together there at the end,” senior Caitlin Smith said. Now the Lightning must prepare for the always tough Denver East Angels, who were in attendance scouting their next foe. The Angels swept the Denver Prep League and finished the regular season with a 19-4 record. This will be the third time in four years the two squads have faced off in the playoffs. Last season the two met in the second round and Lightning won 74-70, while two seasons ago the Angels beat Leagcy 50-46 in the title match. “Tonight I’ll start thinking about them,” Van Patten said. “They are big inside and we are
Legacy senior Mackenzie Neeley shoots for two of her 12 points. Photo by Pam Wagner a little undersized with Courtney out. We just have to come and prepare for a physical game, hopefully we can do enough to win that game.” One thing is for sure the Lightning can’t afford to come out slow like they did Tuesday night, Dakota Ridge starting the game on a 7-0 run and Legacy was facing a 16-12 deficit after the first quarter. Legacy was able to battle back in the second and a 3-point play by Neely gave the Lightning a 2520 advantage - but the Eagles rallied back and closed the half on an 11-point run. Sydney Buchli was the catalyst, scoring 19 first-half points for the Eagles.
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Boys basketball: Pinnacle wins district opener By Jonathan Maness
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Mountain Range’s Randy Boerner, top, wrestles Pine Creek’s Alex Smith in the 152-pound finals Feb. 23. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen
Boerner takes second Mountain Range finishes 14th at state tournament By Jonathan Maness
jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com DENVER - Randy Boerner was seconds away from taking the state title at 152 pounds, which would have been a fitting end to the season Boerner had. But, alas, a controversial call in third period proved too much and the Mountain Range senior was forced to leave the Class 5A state tournament in second place. Boerner, who lost only two matches all year, held a slim one-point lead with less than 15 seconds in the match but was called for stalling and Pine Creek’s Alex Smith was rewarded a point to force an overtime period. That point proved enough as Smith scored a takedown in OT to steal the title from Boerner. “I should have taken first,” Boerner said. “That was a bogus call.” If there was one wrestler in the state that deserved a title it was Boerner. Boerner was one of the most dominant wrestlers in the state throughout the season, going into the tournament with an impressive 44-1 record and rolling through both regionals and also the state tournament. He cruised through the first three matches at state, winning two matches by tech falls and another by a major decision. He was just as dominate at the Region 2 tournament, winning his first three matches in dominating fashion. Pinning his first opponent and then winning his next two matches by tech falls. Smith was the only wrestler to give him fits at regionals, falling to Boerner 2-1 in the title match. He reversed the decision at the state tournament, rallying to beat
Boerner. “It was a good season, but it wasn’t how I wanted it to end,” Boerner said. A good example of how dominate Boerner was this season was at the Top of the Rockies tournament, where he plowed through the tournament. Boerner took home the title after winning all five of his matches, four by major decisions and another by a pin. Another highlight of his senior season was how he did at the Bobcat Classic, which was a 36-team tournament held in Basehor, Kan at the beginning of January. The Mustangs’ senior not only took second and won four of his five, he had some pretty significant wins. He pinned his first two opponents at the tournament and won by tech fall in the quarterfinals. He even topped Jon Blackwell of Bonner Springs, Kan. 5-3 in the semifinals of the tournament. Blackwell won the Class 4A state title at 152 pounds in Kansas. Boerner, who started his high school career at Arvada West, qualified for state three consecutive years. As a junior he didn’t place at 145 pounds, but finished sixth at 130 pounds as a sophomore at Arvada West. The Mustangs’ Jorge Rodriguez couldn’t defend his state title at 285 pounds, he won three of his five matches. All three of his victories were by pins, including pinning Grandview’s Josh Vigil-Harrison in the fifth-place consolation match. Team-wise Mountain Range placed 14th, while Pomona won the team title and Ponderosa finished second. Legacy finished 10th, while Horizon was 20th, Northglenn placed 31st and Westminster was tied for 44th. Timmy Romero (113 pounds), Zach Martinez (120), Patrick Romero (145), Joel Greers (160) and Kody Kleman (220) qualified for state for the Mustangs, but didn’t place. Martinez won one of three matches, while the other four dropped both of their matches.
FEDERAL HEIGHTS - Four different players scored in double figures as The Pinnacle opened the postseason with a win. The Timberwolves topped KIPP Denver Collegiate 61-46 in their Frontier League District opener. Chase Gonzales led the way with 17 points, while Orlando Perches had 15 and David Penela added 11. Chase Phillips had 12 points and eight rebounds in the win. The Pinnacle, which won the Frontier League with a perfect 12-0 record, will face Jefferson on Friday in the second game of the districts. FRONTIER LEAGUE: The Academy (13-7 overall) lost to Middle Park 65-47 in the quarterfinals on Saturday. Christian Harbert had 11 points to lead the way for the Wildcats. METROPOLITAN LEAGUE: Holy Family (173 overall, 7-1 ML) overcame a scare Tuesday night at the Metro District Tournament. The Tigers had to hold off the scrappy Jefferson Academy team to get a 5250 victory. 5280 LEAGUE: Community Christian (13-7) topped Belleview Christian 54-51 on Monday to advance to the District 8 semifinals. Bryan Hodge went for 28 points and 16 rebounds for the Crusaders, while Stephen Lopez had 19 to lead the way for the Bruins. The Crusaders face Denver Jewish Day on Thursday. Belleview Christian finished the season 5-15. Rocky Mountain Lutheran (3-17) had its season end at the hands of Shining Mountain on Monday, losing 75-24. Cornerstone Christian (5-13) also had its season end on Monday, losing 7949 to Jim Elliot Christian 79-49.
Jefferson Academy’s Bryson Sharpley defends a shot by Holy Family’s David Sommers, who scored 20 points in the 52-50 win of the district playoff game on Tuesday night. Photo by Pam Wagner JEFFCO LEAGUE: Behind the strong play of Marcus Asmus the Standley Lake topped Pomona in the league finale. FRONT RANGE LEAGUE: Horizon (11-12 overall, 7-8 Front Range League) won its season finale on Thursday beating Boulder, 83-72. Michael Skinner led the way with 22 points. Mountain Range (6-17, 2-14 FRL) finished its season on a high note Thursday beating Legacy 74-45. Jacob Taylor led the way with 22 points and 20 rebounds, while Jaden Beach
added 15. EAST METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE: Northglenn (9-14, 5-4 EMAC) lost its season finale on Thursday, losing to Faith Christian 54-38. Sophomore Jonah Radebaugh led the way for the Norse with 10 points. COLORADO 7 LEAGUE: Skyview (10-13, 6-6 Colorado 7) lost its regular season finale on Thursday, falling to Fort Morgan 58-39. Olufisayo Awolaja led the way for the Wolverines with 17 points and six boards. Skyview faced Coronado on Wednesday in the first round of the playoffs.
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LOOKING AHEAD/MARCH 14 SCARS PRODUCTION Red Rocks Community College theater arts and dance department, in collaboration with the RRCC College Gateway program, the Denver Foundation, Colorado Creative Industries, and the Terry Stevinson family, presents “Scars: Breaking the Cycle,” beginning March 14 at Red Rocks Community College. The show runs at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturdays through March 23. The production is based on real-life experiences of Red Rocks Community College Gateway students. After a two-week performance run at Red Rocks Community College, “Scars: Breaking the Cycle” will tour the Denver Metro area and be presented with community partners: The LIDA Project (April 13), D.L. Parsons Theatre at the Northglenn Recreation Center (March 29). For information and reservations, contact Leonard Madrid at 303914-6458 orleonard.madrid@rrcc.edu.
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dmoriki@ourcoloradonews. com For Brian Freeman, going organic and working with small, local farms is not about generating profit from a growing industry — it’s a way of life. “I believe in it,” said the unincorporated Adams County produce distributor. “This is not just something I’m doing to look good in the public eye. This is something that I do, because that’s where my heart is.” What began as a journey for Freeman to turn a small, fivemember cooperative at local farmer’s markets into a small produce company nearly eight years ago has turned his company’s distributed produce into a staple that can be found in nearly 200 different stores and 150 restaurants across seven states. “It’s amazing, because it’s all about organic produce, and no one would ever think that this little company that started out of farmer’s markets was selling $12 million worth of produce in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region. It’s hard, because I’ll always think of us as the little guy, because we don’t have the big corporate dollars behind us.” In all, Freeman said his small, yet scrappy unincorporated Adams County company, Grower’s Organic, is able to offer about 400 different produce items to small and large retailers in Missouri, Arkansas, Texas, Nebraska, Kansas and Iowa. What’s more important, Freeman said, are the opportunities he has had to visit almost all of the 130 farms across the United States, Mexico and Argentina that provide produce for his company — a visit that always started and capped off with a firm handshake. “I love what we do and what we stand for,” Freeman said. “It’s really neat here because I feel
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Grower’s Organic employee Aung Htay processes and places stickers on potatoes to be shipped to King Soopers stores in the state. Grower’s Organic, which was originally founded as a five-person organic produce distributor in 2005, was honored by the Edward Lowe Foundation and Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade as one of its top 50 Colorado Companies to Watch in 2012. In all, the company now employs 67 people and moved about $12 million produce last year. Photo by Darin Moriki like I have a passionate group of people who really care about organics in a way that I don’t think you’re going to find at many other companies.” To honor the company’s achievements, The Colorado Office of Economic Development and the Edward Lowe Foundation, recently recognized Grower’s Organic as being one of their Top 50 Colorado Companies to Watch in 2012. “You can sense in Brian his passion and his knowledge of the business’ drive,” said Colorado Companies to Watch board member John LaPorta. “You see in many entrepreneurs that type of drive and I think he really embodies what entrepreneurism really is. ” Freeman said some of the
most important keys to his success is delivering top-notch customer service and giving back to each of his 67 employees by providing benefits that include education and wellness stipends and reduced prices on foods processed through his 6400 North Broadway warehouse. However, he said, the most important key is something that is grandfather once called, “stickto-it-tiveness.” “There comes a point in your life, where you sort of look at yourself and say, `What is the legacy that I want to leave on this planet,’” Freeman said. “I really feel like I am working really hard at creating a legacy that is all about educating people on the importance of organic in our world.”
RECURRING EVENTS RECURRING/THROUGH MARCH 3 CALL FOR ENTRIES Colorado Visions, a juried exhibit of fine art by Colorado Artists at Westminster City Hall, 4800 W. 92nd Ave., is accepting entries through March 3. Slides or CDs of original 2- or 3-dimensional fine art by Colorado artists (no computer art). Entry fee is $30 for 3 entries. Cash awards. Judge is Colorado artist Cheryl St. John. The show is April 15 to May 31. For prospectus, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: North Metro Arts Alliance, c/o Becky Silver, 10154 Meade Court, Westminster, CO 80031. RECURRING/THROUGH MARCH 18 ART EXHIBIT Art From the Heart, a juried exhibit of art by Colorado artists, will be on display at the College Hill Library from Feb. 4 through March 18. The library is at 3705 W. 112th Ave., Westminster, at the far west end of Front Range Community College. Enjoy a variety of art media and techniques from traditional oils and water-
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RECURRING/THROUGH MARCH 20 ART SHOW The “Art for the Young at Heart” art show runs through March 20 at the Community Recreation Center of Apex, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Enjoy the colorful creations of artists ages 50-plus and local school children. Sponsored by North Jefferson County Schools and the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District. Call 303-425-9583. RECURRING/THROUGH MAY 26 SPRING EXHIBIT Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art presents its spring exhibit “The Museum of Broken Relationships,” through May 26. Visit bmoca.org, emailbrokenships@ bmoca.org or call 303-443-2122 for information. Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art is at 1750 13th St., Boulder. RECURRING/MONTHLY THROUGH MAY FAMILY CONCERTS The Music Train and Swallow Hill Music presents the family concert series, at 4 p.m. the second Sunday of each month through May at Swallow Hill Music Association, 71 E. Yale Ave., Denver; and at 4 p.m. the third Saturday of each month through May at the D-Note, 7519 Grandview Ave., Arvada. For information and tickets, visit http://ridethemusictrain.com.
LOOKING AHEAD LOOKING AHEAD/MARCH 16 PROM DRESS EXCHANGE The 2013 Prom Dress Exchange allows metro teens to shop for the dress of their dreams from thousands of gently-used and brand new designer items, including a limited selection of menswear. A valid student ID and a minimum donation will provide access to the event and an outfit. Seamstresses will be available onsite to do limited services. Those unable to donate won’t be turned away. The event is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 16, at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, 6000 Victory Way, Commerce City. Visitwww. promdressexchange.org or follow us at facebook. com/promdressexchange. The nonprofit is always looking for men’s formalwear items. Emailpromdressexchange@gmail.com or 303-875-4783 to help with the event. NATURE ADVENTURES Celebrate the wonders of nature with your child through short hikes, hands-on activities, crafts and books from 1111:454 a.m. the third Saturday of each month at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Dress for the weather as we may spend some time outside. Different topics each month. Open to ages 4-6 years and their parents. Admission is free, but you must call in advance to sign up, 720-898-7405. Visit www.arvada.org/nature.
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