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North Jefferson County, Colorado • Volume 12, Issue 19

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Gov. touts Colorado’s business climate Hickenlooper discusses legislative session at chamber event By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper described this year’s legislative session as “tempestuous” and challenged reports of “partisanship” during the annual Politics and Pints event on May 10 at the Westin Westminster. “This year the session was a little more tempestuous than last year,” Hickenlooper said. “But it was also not as partisan as people reported.” The event, sponsored by the North Metro Chamber of Commerce, was an opportunity for the community to hear from the governor and ask questions about particular legislative bills and other state concerns. Hickenlooper said one of the hardest parts of this year’s session was getting people to agree on the facts. He noted gun safety as the most decisive issue, one that he dedicated a lot of

time working on. The governor quoted some 2012 statistics regarding universal backgrounds checks. He said a total of 2,500 violent people were stopped from buying guns including: • 133 people accused or convicted of homicide; • 133 people accused or convicted of sexual assault; • 640 people accused or convicted of burglary; • 420 people who had a judicial restraining order against them. “I have put a lot of time and effort into universal background checks and yet could not get that into a by-partisan bill no matter how hard I worked,” he said. Hickenlooper also touched on the future of Colorado in terms of business opportunities. He said Colorado is the most collaborative community in the country and one way to help the state continue to grow is by making Colorado “a beacon for young entrepreneurs.” He said the state needs to focus on partnering with entrepreneurs and be the best partner businesses can have. “If we do a good enough job at supporting everybody, businesses will tell their friends and they will bring more to Colorado,” he said. “We want to make sure these

Colorado Gov. John Hickelooper discusses the legislative session during the Politics and Pints event on May 10 at the Westin Westminster. The event was sponsored by the Metro North Chamber of Commerce. Photo by Pam Wagner companies become the most successful business in their industry.” Before closing his remarks, the governor also touched on education and the oil

industry in Colorado. He asked the audience for their support going forward and thanked the chamber for hosting the Politics and Pints event.

DA’s office staff spread thin Prosecution’s hands full with Sigg, other death-related cases By Glenn Wallace

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The Westminster Police Department stand in formation during a public memorial service on May 9 at Westminster Public Safety Center honoring fallen officers. Photos by Ashley Reimers

Honoring fallen police officers Memorial designates May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews.com In honor of those who have lost their lives in the line of duty, the city of Westminster and the Westminster Police Department hosted a public memorial service honoring their memories and their dedication to law enforcement. The memorial on May 9 at the Westminster Pubic Safety Center was also a public proclamation designating May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and May 12-18 as Police Week. On Oct. 1, 1962 President John F. Kennedy signed a bill designating the calendar week during which May 15 occurs as Police Week, recognizing the service of men and women in law enforcement. During the memorial, police chief Lee Birk recognized the seven men and women from Colorado who were killed last year in the line of duty. Those individuals were: • Officer Jim Davis, Lakewood Police Department;

Westminster police chief Lee Birk speaks during a public memorial service on May 9 at Westminster Public Safety Center honoring fallen officers. • Sergeant Mary Ricard, Colorado Department of Corrections; • Captain Leide DeFusco, Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office; • Officer Matthew Tyner, Colorado

Springs Police Department; • Officer Celena Hollis, Denver Police Department; • Detective Jeremy Bitne, Englewood Police Department; • Officer Kevin Denner, Littleton Police Department. “At this time it is certainly appropriate to sit back and reflect a little bit on the critical role of law enforcement providing safety and security to communities across the nation and recognize the importance of law enforcement bringing justice to those how have been victimized by crime,” Birk said. “We take great pride in the trust the community gives us in our roles to try and keep you safe.” During the service Westminster mayor Nancy McNally thanked the men and women of the police department for their long hours dedicated to serving the community. McNally noted, in particular, the tireless hours of determined work done during the Jessica Ridgeway case last October. “We watched you with the Jessica Ridgeway case treat that as if she was your own daughter and you worked endlessly to get that to completion,” she said. “You are the very best and it’s been an honor to serve you for the last 12 years.”

A rise in serious crime — including prosecuting Austin Sigg for the murder of Westminster 10-year-old Jessica Ridgeway — is taxing the Jefferson County District Attorney’s office and draining the department’s resources. “We’re strapped as an office,” Jefferson County District Attorney Pete Weir informed the Board of County Commissioners last week. In a May 7 staff briefing, Weir told the three county commissioners that the Sigg murder trial, along with a recent spike in serious crime offenses, has left his department spread thin. His office is currently involved in 13 death-related cases. “We will get it done. All cases are important for us. But it has stretched us to the max,” Weir told the commissioners. A gag order regarding the Sigg case kept Weir from discussing very many specifics, but he did go over the case timeline. Westminster 10-year-old Jessica Ridgeway was walking to school on BCC continues on Page 23

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Markets sprout, and farmers survive The early morning chill, left over from winter’s most recent unwelcome blast, settles along the quiet street where blue and white canopies have popped up like overdue buds, signaling the arrival of the season’s first farmers market. Soft music, lingering from a nearby restaurant, punctures the hush, along with occasional laughter and voices from vendors as they ready tables with wares and hopes for a good day. Danish bakery workers pull sugarcrusted strudels — apricot and apple raisin — from their truck to shelves along the sidewalk. Nearby is the homemade peanut butter woman and the Angus beef man and the cheerful El Salvador cook. At the end is the farmer. He is 63, the great-grandson of a farmer who bought a plot of land 108 years ago in Welby, between Denver and Thornton, off North Washington Street. Today, he has 80 acres in Hudson, a country town of 2,300 northeast of Denver on Interstate 76, a solid hour-and15-minute drive to the Sunday market in Highlands Ranch. He stands next to his white truck, watching the market unfold, an everpresent long cigarillo clutched in a weathered hand that tells a story of a working life rooted in the soil. He is a content man whose easy smiles crinkle soft grooves around blue eyes that peer intently from a sun-worn face. “I might not be farming today if it weren’t for the markets,” Alan Mazzotti says. “They’ve kept us in business.” And they’ve kept us, the customers, connected to a less complicated time, when people knew who had grown the food on their table — a slice of knowledge that cultivated gratitude and nurtured community. Sean and Maria McAfee, married 22 years, can’t drive by a farmers market without stopping, whether it’s along the

coastal drive to San Francisco or in their hometown. When they lived in Evergreen, they visited the local market there every Tuesday. Now, in Highlands Ranch, they never miss a Sunday. It’s a matter of principle and a matter of friendship. Besides the benefit of fresh produce, “I’d rather pay a little more to support local people,” Maria says. “We’re big believers in moving away from the Walmartization of the U.S.” And, over the years, many vendors have become friends — the Angus beef man invited them to his wedding last year. “They become part of the fabric of your life,” Maria says. “We were so excited,” Sean says of the week leading up to opening day. “We were talking about this all week.” They walk away, hand in hand, each with a small bag. Basil and oregano seedlings in one, peanut butter, pasta and honey in the other. This time, “we didn’t have a lot to buy,” Maria says. “It was seeing old friends.” Colorado has more than 100 farmers markets, with about half in the Denver metro area, according to the state Department of Agriculture. They operate individually or through sponsoring organizations. Most are seasonal, running from May through October, and their arrival seems to signal the start — finally — of summer.

The Metro Denver Farmers Market, founded 36 years ago, is the oldest organization. And that’s how long Mazzotti, an original member, has been selling at the outdoor markets, which he estimates have kept 70 percent of local farmers in business. In fact, he says, most farmers grow specifically for the markets. He has corn, carrots, green beans, cauliflower, sweet corn, cucumbers, winter and summer squashes, parsley, basil. “I can’t think fast enough,” he says as he rattles off the list. Farmers do have other outlets such as fruit and vegetable stands, garden centers and pumpkin patches. But they expect to earn most of their money in the summer markets. They are, however, no longer just for farmers. Walk through any market and you’ll see the realization of a melting pot of dreams. There’s the gourmet nut man, stirring almonds with a wooden paddle in a copper vat as a tantalizing aroma draws a crowd. There’s a local children’s book author. And there’s Monse Perez Hines, the young Salvadoran wife of a military man, who drives up from Colorado Springs each week to sell curtido and pupusas, traditional foods she makes in her home which are so popular she always returns with empty coolers. “I’ve received such great support from everyone here,” she says. And “I’ve been able to share my culture.” And Evi Bujdoso of Hungary, selling Danish pastries. She wears a white apron, and her short, blond hair pokes out from beneath a white cap. A half hour from closing time, just a handful of strudels and a few croissants are left. “We weren’t prepared all the way,” she says with a slight accent and a quick smile. “People were excited to see us back again.” As vendors begin to pack up, Mazzotti

stands by his truck, behind the tables and ground laden with pansies, petunias and geraniums in planters, baskets and trays. Herb seedlings, also from his greenhouse, sit in the canopy shade. It’s too early in the season for most vegetables and fruit. The day’s proceeds: Just OK. “A little chilly,” he explains. But that’s all right. He’s reconnected with many of his customers, some now friends, like the brothers in their 90s at the Auraria market in Denver that he’s known for 30 years and who even visit his farm at times. Next week, he hopes to bring asparagus, spinach and lettuce with his flowers. Come June, he’ll be trucking loads of vegetables to six markets a week. Down the row of vendors, he watches canopies folding shut — like tulips closing at day’s end. Like the others, he loads up and heads for home. “I’m tired,” he says. A smile quickly appears. “I’m getting older every day.” And rest won’t come until the plants are back in the greenhouse, the truck is cleaned, the crops tended, the chores all done. Then, he’ll enjoy the peace of the land, the lack of pavement that traps heat, the friendliness of country neighbors. “I have to make a living. I have to feed my family, too.” But more than anything, he says, working the land and sharing its yield with the rest of us, “is a way of life.” A farmer’s life. And a good life. You’ll find farmers markets listed at www.coloradofarmers.org. Ann Macari Healey’s column about people, places and issues of everyday life appears every other week. She can be reached at ahealey@ourcoloradonews. com or 303-566-4110.

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King, R-Grand Junction, a bill sponsor, during a recent Senate debate. “Just don’t smoke and drive. Your life and every other citizen’s life on the highway is at risk. The bill passed the Senate May 7 on a 23-12 vote, after it had previously cleared the House by an even wider margin. The bill limits drivers to five nanograms per milliliter of blood for active THC, marijuana’s psychoactive ingredient. But that limit would be known as a “permissible inference” standard by which a person is considered to be under the influence of the drug. However, a defendant can rebut in court whether he or she was actually impaired. That’s different from a strict “per se” standard, such as the 0.08 percent bloodalcohol concentration used to prosecute drunken drivers. Opposition to the bill knew no party lines. Sen. Pat Steadman, D-Denver, voted

no on the legislation, arguing that there are laws already on the books that make it illegal for people to drive while impaired. “What’s the problem we’re trying to solve here?” Steadman said. And Sen. Kevin Lundberg, R-Berthoud, cautioned that a driving-stoned limit could lead to “too many false positives,” due to residual amounts of the drug being in the bloodstream of a person who regularly smokes the drug, but may not have been stoned behind the wheel at the time of arrest. “We should not be convicting people who are not guilty of driving while impaired,” Lundberg said. Sen. Andy Kerr, D-Lakewood, had voted no on setting stoned-driving limits in the past, but voted yes on this “reasonable” piece of legislation, this time around. “With all of the lines we have to draw here at the Capitol … I think we have to

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draw a line at some point (on driving stoned),” Kerr said. Members of the Capitol press corps dubbed the effort the “zombie bill” because it continued to surface at the legislature, in spite of having suffered multiple deaths. The bill had failed four times in previous years — and it even suffered two separate deaths before it finally passed this session. The original bill passed the House, but failed in a Senate committee. A driving-stoned standard was then tacked on in the form of an amendment to an Amendment 64 regulation bill, before it was stripped from that legislation by a separate committee. The bill’s House sponsors were House Minority Leader Mark Waller, R-Colorado Springs, and Rep. Rhonda Fields, D-Aurora.

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Board of Directors, Administration, Teachers, and Staff Members of Boy Scout Troop 212 from Northglenn stop for a photo during Community Pride Day on Saturday in Westminster. The group faced a muddy landscape in the open space area behind Front Range Community College. Thousands of people scattered across the city to clean up parks, open spaces and other city land during the annual event. Photo by Ashley Reimers

NORTH JEFFCO NEWS IN A HURRY Summer Reading Club begins Signups for the Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) 2013 Summer Reading Club have begun. Kids, teens and adults can sign up online at jeffcolibrary.org/summerreading or at any JCPL location. Summer Reading Club runs from June 1 through July 31. The Summer Reading Club encourages kids and teens to read more over the summer, and to explore other services available at community libraries.

Once they have accomplished certain goals, kids and teens in the club will receive a free book, compliments of the Jefferson County Library Foundation. Additional rewards and coupons can be earned by continuing to earn achievements, including the chance for kids, teens and adults to win a Kindle. Not to be left out, adults can participate in “Groundbreaking Reads” events all summer to be entered to win a Kindle of their own. See jeffcolibrary.org/summerreading for additional information.

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Seniors leave a legacy at WHS The Academy graduates most students in history By Ashley Reimers areimers@ourcoloradonews. com

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estminster High School principal Michael Lynch is moved by the spirit of all of his students this school year, especially the seniors. He says the graduating class truly came together in a harmonious way as they moved through their high school life. “Collectively, they are accepting of all unique qualities and differences of one another, and have served as role models on how to embrace diversity, tolerance and one another,” he said. “They are also confident, and are unabashed at sharing with the adults what they feel needs to be improved upon or changed.” This past year was tough at times for students

CommenCement Details Westminster HigH scHool commencement:10 a.m.

Saturday, May 25

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at WHS with the abduction and death of 10-yearold Westminster girl Jessica Ridgway. But the students at Westminster High school came together to help during that trying time by raising money to feed investigators who were working around the clock. They also dressed in purple, Ridgeway’s favorite color, for a group photo while signing “I love you” with their hands. The seniors also organized a dodge ball tournament to raise money for the Jessica Ridgeway Memorial Park. “The class of 2013 is a strong and spirited class that really wanted to leave a legacy,” Lynch said. “They knew and embraced early in the year that their efforts would continue to have an impact, even after they have graduated. They

may be the most involved class I’ve seen, in everything from National Honor Society to STEP Team. “ Athletically, this year’s seniors helped their teams qualify for state in football, volleyball, softball and girls’ basketball. Seniors also contributed to two plays, “Remember the Main” and “In The Heights” and were involved in other musical performance, helped with the eighth grade orientation, prom and after prom. “Inspired by senior’s suggestions to leave a legacy, students also helped us paint a mural in the gym that is quite impressive,” Lynch said. “The class of 2013 has also commissioned a senior gift that will be presented next fall during our homecoming activities.”

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ith 108 students graduating, the class of 2013 at The Academy in Westminster is the biggest yet, and principal Mark Langston expects that number to continue to grow. “The 2012-2013 school year at The Academy has been filled with success. We have more students than ever and large waiting lists for students to attend,” he said. “It is rare in a public school setting for students to be able to attend the same school from kindergarten through graduation — but that option exists at The Academy.” Langston said there have been many senior class highlights this school year including a Daniels Fund scholarship recipient, an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy, several athletic playoff teams, Denver area

athletes of the week, outstanding music festival/ competition ratings, thousands of hours of community service by students, thousands of parent- volunteer hours at the school and increased scores on state and national assessments. Graduating seniors in the top 10 percent include Whitney Galloway, Katherine Lynch, Elizabeth Machamer, Bailey Matlock, Zujey Miranda-Gandarilla, Angela Nguyen, Braxtin Purcell, Maryam Rawesh,

Christopher Risma, Jordan Tavenner and Maia Vadeen. The seniors chose words from Ralph Waldo Emerson for their class motto, “Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead, where there is no path

CommenCement Details

tHe AcAdemy of cHArter scHools commencement: 11 a.m. Saturday, May 25, at District 12 North Stadium

We salute our 2013 Graduates!

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Holy Family seniors represent core values By Clarke Reader creader@ourcoloradonews.com

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he Holy Family High School mission statement focuses on four key areas: academic excellence, mutual respect, responsibility and self-growth. According to assistant principal Mike G. Gabriel, the graduating class of 2013 — which will receive diplomas

on May 23 at Michael G. Gabriel Football Stadium — exemplifies these traits. “They’ve worked really hard during their time here,” he said. “Most of our students are going to two or fouryear institutions after graduation.” Graduating seniors have received around $10 million in scholarships, and Gabriel noted that one female student will be joining

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a Carmelite convent, which does not happen often. The Catholic high school — which according to the school, has each class begin in prayer and encourages each student to serve others within their family, parish and society in the finest traditions of the Catholic church - had another competitive year athletically, especially in basketball and cross country, where the girls won the class 3A team title. Gabriel said the cross country win was a first in the school’s history. The students have also become leaders both in the school and in the community, which Gabriel said is an example of Holy Family’s core principals in action. “They’ve done a great job on following through on our mission statement, and have really come a long way from freshman year,” he said. “This class is highly motivated and has been highly successful in its high

CommenCement Details Holy Family HigH ScHool commencement: 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 23 at Michael G. Gabriel Football Stadium total enrollment: 605 graduating claSS Size:

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Jefferson Academy on the move By Glenn Wallace gwallace@ourcoloradonews.com

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school endeavours, and I have no doubt they’ll be successful in anything they set as their future goals.”

he Class of 2 013 f rom Jefferson Academy will have bragging rights as the first to graduate from the new school location. The school moved into its new state-ofthe-art facility in February. “It was very challenging to move, but the students got through it with great character,” said Assistant Principal Michael Wilson. The building is different, but the

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school’s mission statement is the same, emphasizing college preparation and character development. “We take great pride in achieving that,” Wilson said. “We are a John Erwin School of Excellence for 2010, 2011, and 2012. I wouldn’t be surprised if we won it again (for 2012/2013).” This year’s seniors were ambitious and productive, earning a large haul of scholarship awards, Wilson said. The big event was a junior and senior trip to Europe to visit London, Paris, Florence, and Rome.

CommenCement Details JeFFerSon academy commencement:

3 p.m. at the Colorado School of Mines Green Center

enrollment oF tHe ScHool: 360 Size oF Senior claSS:

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claSS oFFicerS: Rheanna Gimple, Student body president; Michael Tybon, Senior class president; Ben Myklebust, Senior class vice president; Caelyn Stringari, Senior class treasurer; Courtney Naylor, Senior class secretary Valedictorian: Evan

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Gators poised to graduate CommenCement Details Standley lake Gradaution CommenCement: 7 p.m. Friday, May 24, CU Event Center May 24.

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By Glenn Wallace gwallace@ourcoloradonews. com This year’s senior class at Standley Lake High School has had an uncomfortably close look at a community tragedy. “One of our seniors is a cousin of Jessica Ridgeway,” Principal Jeff Pierson said. But while the abduction and murder of the 10-yearold rattled the surrounding community, Pierson said the seniors have come through it all with grace. “This class, more than any other, has really bonded and become a family. They have persevered through a lot to get where they are today,” Pierson said.

Not just persevered, but thrived. For instance, in its second year the school’s International Baccalaureate (IB) honors program doubled the number of participating students. “We’ve had 41 percent of our students take honors or an upper level course. We’re pretty sure that’s a school record,” Pierson said. Sports accomplishments were also impressive. “We had all but one of our fall sports qualify for playoffs,” Pierson said, specifically mentioning postseason accomplishments made by the girls’ basketball team and the swimming team. “It was culminated with

our girls’ gymnastics winning the league championships this year,” Pierson said. One of this year’s seniors received special community attention for over-

coming his challenges. The student, Rhett Gutierrez, is legally blind, but still competed in school football, and earned his diploma with strong grades while participating in the

IB program. He was just awarded the John Lynch (former Denver Bronco) Scholarship. “We’re just extremely proud of this class,” Pierson said.

High School Commencements Pinnacle Charter High School 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 16, auditorium Belleview Christian School 7 p.m. Friday, May 17, Alma Temple Mapleton 10 a.m. Saturday May 18, Di Tirro Stadium Holy Family 10 a.m. Thursday, May 23, Michael G. Gabriel Football Stadium

Pathways 6 p.m. Thursday, May 23, ESC Training Center Jefferson Academy Charter School 3 p.m. Friday, May 24 Colorado School of Mines, The Green Center Standley Lake High School 7 p.m. Friday, May 24, Coors Event Center, CU Campus Boulder

Westminster High School 10 a.m. Saturday, May 25, Wells Fargo Theater Academy of Charter Schools 11 a.m. Saturday, May 25, District 12 North Stadium Community Christian School 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 25, school gym, 11980 Irma Drive Hidden Lake High School 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 29, Ranum Middle School auditorium

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Dr. Tonya AultmanBettridge (PhD) formally announced her campaign last week for the District 1 seat on the Jefferson County School Board. “I am running for school board to empower parents and teachers to improve schools for every child,” Aultman-Bettridge said in her announcement statement. “As a long time PTA member and parent advocate, I believe a strong public education system is the best tool that we, as a community, have to help our kids be successful.” Aultman-Bettridge has been an involved parent and an active PTA volunteer for eight years, serving the last four on the

Jeffco Council PTA Board of Directors. She has spent the past two years serving as the parent advisor to the district committee dedicated to implementing new standards for teacher and administrator/staff evaluations and accountability. Aultman-Bettridge holds a doctorate degree in Public Administration from the School of Public Affairs at CU Denver. Her work experience includes serving as the project coordinator for the Safe CommunitiesSafe Schools Initiative launched jointly by the Center for the Study and Prevention of Violence and Attorney General Ken Salazar following the tragedy at Columbine High School, working as the Senior Researcher for

the Colorado Division of Youth Corrections, and 10 years in the private sector conducting policy and program evaluations and research for child and family service agencies. The school board election, where three seats will be filled, is November 5, 2013. Aultman-Bettridge’s campaign site is www. tonyaforjeffcoschools.com

Shred-a-thon The Crime Stoppers annual Shred-a-Thon will be Saturday, May 18, from 7 a.m. to noon. Shred-it, Inc. will be providing on-site shredding of personal documents (bank statements, bills, old tax returns, etc.). Shredding will take place in the lower west

parking lot of the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, 200 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden.

law assistance for seniors The Jeffco DA’s Office will host its annual Senior Law Day on June 1. The event will include educational seminars for seniors and for adults who may be facing challenges with their aging parents. Jefferson County’s population is aging and this information can change the quality of life for seniors and their adult children. KCNC’s Jim Benemann will emcee. The event will be at the Arvada Covenant Church, 5555 Ward Road, 7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. A $10 fee includes breakfast and lunch.

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With pot legal, here come the laws Legislature wraps up work on package of regulation bills By Vic Vela

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The state Legislature may have passed rules involving sales and usage of recreational marijuana in Colorado, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t unresolved issues surrounding the newly created industry. Questions loom as to whether voters will support the tax model that legislators put in place to support retail pot regulations, and whether the federal government will intervene. Still, lawmakers believe they did good work creating laws to regulate an industry where every movement is in uncharted territory. “Given the short time frame, I think we’ve done the best job we possibly could,” said Rep. Dan Pabon, D-Denver, a major driver of pot legislation this session. “This was the project I undoubtedly spent the most amount of time on this session, to d themake sure we got it right.” nver Pabon was the sponsor of House Bill 1317, which creates regulations for the opmelyeration of retail marijuana stores. Retail pot Pier-shops are to open beginning Jan. 1, under the supervision of the Department of Revenue. There will be limits as to what retail marijuana stores can and cannot do, as well as how much marijuana consumers are allowed to purchase. Some late-session amendments to the pot legislation would have allowed out-of-state residents to purchase greater amounts of the drug, as well as to permit the existence of marijuana clubs, where people could congregate to use the drug. However, those amendments failed. Sen. Cheri Jahn, D-Wheat Ridge, along with Pabon, was instrumental in crafting the Amendment 64 bills. She opposed those amendments, and said it’s important for the state to go slow in rolling out the new industry. Marijuana use and sales are illegal under

federal law, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office has yet to provide insight as to how it will respond to the new legislation. So, lawmakers like Jahn say they wanted to make sure they put in place regulations Report that support strong oversight and that also keep the drug away from children. “We have so much to lose if we don’t do this right,” Jahn said. “And because we have so many `I don’t know what I don’t knows,’ I just think we have to move really cautiously.” But regulations surrounding the industry are bound to change, and lawmakers certainly will address many other pot-related issues in the coming years. “It’s been 80 years since Prohibition and were still passing alcohol laws today,” said Pabon. “We’ve had 80 years to protect that system. We’ve had six months to implement this one.”

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Voters to rule on tax

Another key piece of Amendment 64 legislation came in the form of House Bill 1318, which will ask voters to support a 15 percent excise tax, and an initial 10 percent sales tax on retail marijuana. House Republicans unanimously opposed the bill, even though the bill received bipartisan support in the Senate. Rep. Frank McNulty, R-Highlands Ranch, cautioned that if voters do not approve the tax, the money could end up coming out of the state’s general fund. “It was an issue of making sure we were protecting the state,” McNulty said. “We supported suspending retail operations if the tax doesn’t pass. If the tax doesn’t pass ... and if you’re not putting other options in front of voters, everything that state government does is vulnerable.” Fears over what the voters might end up doing in November led to a late-session effort aimed at a partial repeal of Amendment 64, one that was supported by McNulty. The resolution called for the suspension of retail marijuana sales if the pot taxes are

DNA questions arise in case By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Questions concerning DNA contamination were raised during Friday’s motions hearing in the Austin Sigg homicide case. Sigg is accused of murdering 10-yearold Jessica Ridgeway in October 2012 in Westminster. Last month he entered a not guilty plea, despite an alleged confession and the discovery of her remains in his home. He faces life in prison with parole after 40 years. According to the prosecution, a contamination memo does not mean contamination did in fact occur, it just means contamination was possible. The 18-year-old’s defense team asked for documents from the Colorado Bureau of Investigation concerning DNA samples taken by bureau in the case. According to the defense team, three

contamination memos were produced Oct. 23-26, 2012, regarding DNA samples in two cases. Two memos were connected to the DNA in the Jessica Ridgeway case, who was abducted and murdered last October, and one memo was connected to the Kentner Lake jogger case, in which Sigg is accused of attempting to kidnap a woman over Memorial Day weekend last year. Sigg’s defense team filed a motion for validation of the DNA samples and a review of the machines used to test the samples. The machines haven’t been reviewed since 2010, when CBI began using the machines, but regular maintenance is done and protocols of the machines are met daily. CBI lab director Kathleen Fetherston testified during the hearing describing how the machines work and how DNA contamination is possible. A second motions hearing is scheduled for 9 a.m. on June 21.

not supported by voters. It would not have affected the decriminalization aspect of Amendment 64, so it still would have been legal to smoke the drug. However, that legislation died almost as quickly as it was introduced in the Senate. Democratic Senate President John Morse teamed up with fellow Colorado Springs Sen. Bill Cadman, the chamber’s minority leader, to introduce the legislation. The resolution passed in a hastily scheduled committee hearing, just three days before the session ended. But it was never brought to the floor of the Senate for consideration. Morse said he “didn’t have the votes” to get the resolution passed. But he said he hoped the crafting of the legislation sent a message to the pro-Amendment 64 lobby, that they need to ensure the tax rate passes in November. Pabon said he didn’t think the partial repeal effort “ever would have gotten out of (a House) committee, let alone to the floor.” “At the end of the day, the voters have already spoken about this issue and they don’t need to take another vote on it,” Pabon said. Gov. John Hickenlooper said he’s confident that Amendment 64 backers will work with lawmakers in making sure that the taxes pass in November, so that the state isn’t stuck with the bill. “I think we’ll all work on it,” the governor said. “I think they’ll commit resources because if it doesn’t pass, their lives will become chaos. And I don’t even want to speculate what the federal government will do. I don’t even want to speculate what the people of Colorado will do. “They can take it nonchalantly at their own risk.”

Provisions of bills

Here are some of the key aspects of each of the three bills that deal with the regulation of retail pot sales and use: House Bill 1317: • In-state residents are allowed to purchase up to one ounce of marijuana at retail shops in a single transaction. Visitors to

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the state can purchase up to a quarter of an ounce per transaction. • Marijuana clubs — places where people could congregate to smoke the drug — are not allowed. • Pot shops cannot sell food or drinks that do not contain marijuana. However, they can sell products meant for using the drug, such as pipes and rolling papers. Stores also are not allowed to use known food products or cartoon characters to market marijuana products. • All marijuana-themed magazines, such as “High Times,” must be kept behind pot store counters. • Pot stores cannot be mobile, operating like food trucks. • Allows existing medical marijuana stores to start retail pot shops before new businesses. • There must be common ownership between dispensaries and cultivation facilities, and 70 percent of the marijuana grown must come from that ownership. Senate Bill 283: • Revises criminal statutes that deal with children. The bill treats minors possessing marijuana the same as it does underage persons who possess alcohol. It also prohibits marijuana from being allowed on school grounds • Sets up law enforcement training that deals with roadside sobriety tests. • Prohibits open containers of marijuana from being inside vehicles. • Creates the same indoor air-quality restrictions as those dealing with tobacco. House Bill 1318: • Retail sales of marijuana are subject to an excise tax of up to 15 percent, and a retail tax of up to 10 percent. That’s in addition to the standard state sales tax rate of 2.9 percent and taxes imposed by local governments where retail pot sales are allowed. Because the General Assembly cannot increase taxes, voters must approve the excise and retail taxes this November. • Cities and counties that allow the sale of retail pot will receive a 15 percent share back of retail marijuana taxes that are collected by the state.

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Session over, where do we go now? The Colorado General Assembly’s 2013 session came to a close last week without the extra-innings drama of the previous year. No doubt, much was accomplished over the past four months by the Democrat-controlled Legislature, including approval of some high-profile pieces of legislation. Civil unions? Check. (Unlike last year, there would be no last-minute theatrics over a bill approving these.) Numerous gun-control measures? Check. Overhaul of Colorado’s election rules? Check. Mass frustration by Senate and House Republicans? Check.

our view A statement released by the Colorado Republican Party the day after the session’s end called it “the most divisive and partisan in the state’s history.” We’re not sure where to rank the session on the all-time list, but it certainly was both very divisive and very partisan. It also was very predictable. November’s elections ensured one-party control in Colorado. With a House, Senate and gover-

question of the week

Will the Rockies improve this season?

Last year the Colorado Rockies didn’t have the most successful season. But with new manager, Walt Weiss, and new players on the roster, we asked people at several north metro locations whether they thought the Rockies will improve this season.

I really hope they improve this year. Having a new manager and fresh players can really make a difference. Lindsay Yoxsimer

Absolutely. They have a new young third baseman who will bring a lot to the team and I think if Tulowitzki can stay healthy and hopefully the pitching team can stay healthy, the Rockies will have a better shot this year. Phillip Dieterle

I think we have a huge opportunity for a great season this year. We’ve added key staff and players that should get us through to the postseason, as long as our bull pen stays healthy. After last season there is only up. Jake Reimers

I think the Rockies will do better this year. With a new manager you never know what he can bring and what can happen. Kyle Thompson

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nor united, little could stand in the way of getting bills passed, controversial or not — a single vote from the other party or not. And while the session was not without some solid examples of bipartisan legislation, Democrats were prolific with their newfound power. “You may not agree with everything we’re doing, but you can’t say we’re not doing anything,” Democratic Rep. Dominick Moreno told Colorado Community Media legislative reporter Vic Vela in April. We’re not using this space to call out the Democratic Party. Republicans likely would also have taken full advantage of such a position. Democrats worked together and accomplished what they felt was right.

But one-party control in a state that is about as purple as it gets has us wondering if Colorado’s residents were best served by this past legislative session. On the state’s active voting rolls as of May 1 there were 915,793 Republicans, 875,926 Democrats and 862,050 unaffiliated voters. That’s not far from one-third each. Those figures make it tough to believe that either party’s platform can adequately represent the constituency as a whole. Clearly, consensus is elusive in Colorado, but if nothing else, the 2013 session was a test of the tastes of the hundreds of thousands of unaffiliated voters. Theirs is the critique that will matter most when they speak at the polls in 2014.

Farewell to a special friend It was a real pleasure to know Tom Jones whether it was through his dedication to community service in the Westminster Rotary Club, or his civic minded approach as President of Citizens Bank in Westminster or sharing political views over some enchiladas and tacos. Tom was one of the few men I have known over the years who I would call “a true gentleman.” He was kind and considerate to everyone regardless of their station in life. He went out of his way to help you regardless of the task. He was truly a delight to be around and never spoke a harsh word about anyone. But now we must say goodbye as Tom passed on May 3.

A LONG LASTING RELATIONSHIP

I had the sincere pleasure of working with Tom both through the Rotary Club as well as through the City of Westminster when he managed Citizens Bank on 72nd Avenue. Those relationships covered more than 30 years including the years we both have been retired. He came to Colorado in 1969 where he started his career in the banking business. Tom served as President of the bank until 1999 when the bank was sold to Zion Bank and he retired. Subsequent to his retirement, he remained active in Rotary, which was very special to him. He always looked forward to each Thursday for the club meeting to kibitz with fellow club members, tell a few jokes, talk politics and ask how others were doing. Tom always kept us laughing with his quick jokes and memorable stories.

SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY

Few people knew the important role he played in making the Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster a reality. Financing such a venture without any track record and limited capital by the principals involved

in the concept made it a tough thing to sell. But Tom knew the City of Westminster wanted to see the Pavilion become a reality adjacent to The Promenade. Citizens Bank was one of three local banks that made the original loan with the help of the city. In most bankers’ minds, it would have been an easy to say, “Sorry, but you don’t meet our lending criteria.” But that was not the way Tom Jones was; he was always thinking of the other person. His service to the community was exemplary. It included many years on the Adams 50 Community Education Foundation, Adams County Housing Authority, the Salvation Army Board of Directors and various capacities with the Westminster Rotary Club. After retiring from the club, he was made an honorary member.

A GENUINE FRIEND

I wish we could duplicate Tom Jones, but he was a “one of a kind type of guy.” He loved his wife Lucille and family, his job and his country. He was proud to have served in the U.S. Navy. He joined the Navy after high school in 1955 and reached Yeoman Second Class. And he was a friend to so many people. Tom, we miss your great story telling, jokes and community service, but most of all we miss your genuine friendship. Bill Christopher is former city manager of Westminster and used to represent District J on the RTD board of directors.

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Dems held the remote during Legislature show

I’m about to take you to into a strange and highly unorganized place: my warped mind. It all starts with a recent conversation I is had with a lobbyist at the Capitol about the ering d by correct pronunciation of the Latin-based te’s “sine die.” It means “without day” and it’s typically re ats used in conjunction with a governing body not ending its work for a while — such as the case was last week with the adjournment ve of the 2013 General Assembly. The lobbyist pronounced sine die the ately way it looks on paper. “I think it’s like saying ‘sign,’ or ‘Seindo, feld,’” he told me. as a That’s when I abruptly changed the subouject to begin sharing some of my favorite “Seinfeld” moments, and to quote lines r 014. from classic episodes like “The Library” or “The Contest.” You see, I get distracted easily. I continued to think about the pronunciation of sine die, and, at the same time, how hilarious of a show “Seinfeld” was. And, after a while, I was certain that the lobbyist had it all wrong. You wanna know why? Because “Seinfeld” was endearingly dubbed a “show about nothing.” And, say what you will about this year’s legislative session, but it certainly was something. There, see. I warned you — warped mind. Only I could go from Latin phrases to “Seinfeld” episodes to a summary of the legislative session. But it kinda makes sense. You see, Democrats truly believe that this year’s session was a Show About Something. And o ster their definition of the word “something” is ality a heck of a lot different from Republicans’. “There’s a lot of good that came out of this session,” said Sen. Pat Steadman, the D-Denver. “I think we put some really posis, it tive public policy out there and I think the but people of Colorado are going to look back at this session and just be amazed at all the was;things we found the time to do.” rson. So the Democrats are happy. For them,

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he nday, and r b, he Lots of Goings On Former Secretary of state Hilary Clinton will rue the day she said, “What difference does it make?” regarding the September terrorist assault in Benghazi. s, Of course the Republicans are having ” a field day with that remark but they don’t s ave finish the comment when she further says Navy the State Department needs to get to the Yeo- bottom of this attack which finally revealed the status of a regular terrorist attack. She ple. goes on to say that our great loss was the okes death of our Ambassador and three other l we officials. Once again politics enters the picture as speculation is rampant that she is preparger ing to run for president in 2016. She was Dis- an excellent secretary of state and it’s a shame her tenure is marred by this event.

the session was about sunshine and puppy dog tails. As for the Republicans, not so much. “They charged hard to the left and stayed there the entire session,” said Rep. Frank McNulty, R-Highlands Ranch, of the Democrat agenda. I know what you’re thinking right now. You’re thinking, `Hey, wait a second, Vic. You mean to tell me that Democrats and Republicans disagreed on how this year’s legislative session turned out?’” Yep. Shocking, ain’t it? Democrats feel like they hit the jackpot this session, by passing a host of major pieces of legislation: civil unions, education reform, election reform, in-state tuition for undocumented immigrants and gun control, just to name a few. Seriously. If there was such a thing as Democratic bingo, the entire card would be full of little dauber-stained dots. “Any one of these things by themselves would have been historic and epic, frankly, in a session,” said Senate Majority Leader Morgan Carroll, D-Aurora. “And we did. One after the other, after the other.” Hmm. But did they do too much? Republicans sure think so. They think Democrats will rue the day that they tried to push such a progressive agenda on the voters. Senate Minority Leader Bill Cadman, RColorado Springs, mocked the Democrats’ legislative efforts on job creation. He said the Democrats proved they’re a party that’s beholden to unions and their efforts hurt small businesses.

A touching note on Mother’s Day

Belated Happy Mother’s Day

Bob said it best when he stated, “Did I blow it again?” He was worried that Mother’s Day had already passed so he wrote out a tender, loving verse written on a yellow legal pad. Of course I loved that more than the finest card he could have bought. Anyway, to all good mothers, please accept my sincere wish that you have many more Happy Mother’s Days.

A Few Corrections

When I wrote about Mary last week I made a few errors in telling the story, but the biggest error was saying Mary is 97 years old. Actually she is 94. But she said she was okay with my mistake because the older you get the more stature you get. Anyway, we had a good laugh and both of us said it was just “old age.”

A Sadness

I was so sad when I read former CU football coach Bill McCartney’s comment that he was lonesome and isolated after his wife Lyndi’s death a few weeks ago. I wanted to send him a card but evidently his phone number and address are unlisted. I met Bill when I was serving

“This agenda is punishing people in Colorado,” Cadman said. McNulty agrees. “The Democrats have clearly shown that they are very liberal,” he said. “Colorado voters are not going to reward them for that.” But Democrats are making no apologies. They also believe that Republicans didn’t do much of anything, except to complain and say no to just about everything throughout the 120-day session. That’s not what the voters wanted this session, Carroll said. “We would rather be criticized for tackling too many of Colorado’s problems, than not enough,” Carroll said. So, there ya have it. A legislative session that spanned five months, with reaction that can be summed up as: Democrats good; Republicans bad. And vice versa. Who would’ve thunk it, right? Or, maybe the session could be summed up as being a really long, and not

nearly as funny, “Seinfeld” episode. Think about it. Whenever Democrats did something controversial, Republicans would bemoan with a “Newman!”-like expression. And, when Republicans complained about Democratic overreach, Democrats like Carroll would respond with an Elaine Benes-like shove to the chest, and a hearty “Get out!” There was one episode where Kramer started the show by pretending to do a stand-up comedy routine, a la Jerry Seinfeld. “What’s the deal with politics?” Kramer said. “Am I right, people? I don’t get it.” I think Kramer might be on to something there. Hmm. Maybe it’s pronounced SINE-DIE after all. Just like “Seinfeld.” Vic Vela is the legislative reporter for Colorado Community Media. He can be reached at vvela@ourcoloradonews.com. Follow Vic on Twitter: @VicVela1.

CONGRATULATIONS To the Graduates of 2013 from the Westminster City Council

Best wishes for the future! Delivering exceptional value and quality of life.

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2013 We are proud of you!

in the Legislature and CU had won the national title. So Bill, if you read this know there are lots of folks in Westminster where you live who also feel so sad over your great loss.

A Happier Note

It’s that time of year when graduations will be in full swing. Hearty congratulations to all our graduates and best wishes for a bright future.

Nice to be Remembered

Had a nice note from Karen Drake, daughter of deceased parents Paul and Sally Zochall. She lives in Steamboat Springs now and just wanted me to know she remembers me when I was Mayor of Westminster and her dad worked for the city. Thanks for your good wishes, Karen. Keep in touch.

Quote of the Week

“Happy Mother’s Day” from my son Dan and wife Susie. The card says “Happy Mother’s Day to the woman who rules the roost” and it plays “The Chicken Dance” music along, of course, with a picture of a mother hen. 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.

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Softball field improvements at Standley Lake Volunteer-lead movement makes project possible By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews.com It was a home-run kind of day. Standley Lake High School softball coach Carrie Ott’s been dreaming of an improved field for more than a decade and after tons of work, fundraising and patience, her dream is now a reality. On May 8, Ott, players,

parents and community members celebrated the completion of a volunteerlead project to improve the Standley Lake softball field. What started out as just a field and a storage shed years has transformed into a state-of-the-art softball field with a new batting cage, new hitting and bull pen areas, electrical outlets and lighting improvements — all made possible through fundraising efforts and community donations. “This project was an effort made by all of us — the players, parents and so many companies who do-

nated their time and materials to make this happen,” Ott said. “All of the girls put in their own time to help build this. It’s been awesome to see the girls work together and help make this happen.” Leading up to the completion of the project were other improvements along the way including a concession stand, scoreboard and fencing around the entire field. Ott said installation of more seating is planned for the summer. The SLHS softball team and the Standley Lake Athletic Boosters funded $13,500 for the project along with $20,000 in donations for design and construction services and materials from local companies. “The generous contributions by these companies represent a significant investment in the community, area youth and high school athletics,” Ott said. “These companies should be commended for their generous donations and involvement. I also have to thank parents Alex May and Mar-

Standley Lake High School softball coach Carrie Ott pitches to junior RiAnna May as she practices bunting in the school’s new batting cage. This addition is just one part of the school’s improved softball complex which also includes a new hitting area, electrical outlets and improved lighting. The improvements were made possible by team fundraising, donations and work done by the players and the parents. Photos by Ashley Reimers ty Heronema, who really spearheaded the project.” Junior Melissa Heronema said she’s excited the project is finally done and is looking forward to using the new batting cage and hitting area.

Standley Lake High School softball coach Carrie Ott stands in the back ground as players, from left, Madison Schmidt, RiAnna May and Melissa Heronema practice hitting off the tee in the school’s new hitting area. This addition is just one part of the school’s improved softball complex which also includes a new batting cage, electrical outlets and improved lighting. The improvements were made possible by team fundraising, donations and work done by the players and the parents.

“It’s a new thing and definitely exciting for all of us,” she said. “The batting cage is now a lot closer and a lot more convenient for us to use.” Ott said having the hitting area and batting cage next to the field will be a huge benefit in terms of coaching the girls during practice because they will have extra sets of eyes on them from all of the coaches nearby. No longer do the girls have to trek down a hill to the previous batting cage

for batting practice, she added. “Having two areas at practice, one for offense and the other for defense, I’m hoping to have more than one team practicing at the same time at the same place,” she said. Now that she has an improved field, Ott is hoping to draw more students to the softball program. She said the field is reflection of the program and the pride she and her players have in their sport at Standley Lake.

Compulsion to constantly ‘add’ usually ends up backfiring Don’t you love it when life gives you little reminders of things that you know, but, for some reason, continue to forget? For instance, I’ve been trying to prepare my music groups for concerts the past several weeks. And, with one of them, I was trying to work in six fairly challenging pieces of music. But last week, in what was actually a moment of frustration, I cut the list down to four. Voila! The group came together around these four pieces of music, and the concert came off great ... if I do say so myself. This little reminder about “Addition by Subtraction” is brought to you by the School of Life Lessons and the letter “Duh.” Let me see if this sounds familiar: I spend way too much of my life chasing the next thing, trying to get in one more something, and it causes a lot of unnecessary stress. In the case of the concert, I was trying to squeeze in extra songs that I thought my students would enjoy, but which we really didn’t have enough time to prepare properly. This afternoon, I looked down at my watch and said “I have five minutes — I think I can get the dinner started,” which, in turn, made me late for my next lesson, which made me late for the next thing, and so on ... I once was working with a group that had enormous talent and unrealized potential, but it also had a few destructive personalities in it. In my desire to maximize that potential, I allowed those destructive personalities to stay in the group; in time, those personalities did more harm to the group than the talent ever would have done good. My compulsion to constantly “add” usually ends up backfiring. My parents always had a great perspective on this. We never, it seems, simply “lived within our means;” they always lived within their resources, including their time and their energies.

We had a very nice house, but it was probably still not as much as they could have afforded; I never remember my parents buying a brand new car; and when they came home from work, with the exception of church activities, they were home to be parents. It seemed so simple, and yet we were a very happy family. We have a hard time keeping things simple in this day and age. We’re told “you can have it all,” and so we really try to have it all. But, by every measure, we’re not any happier having it all. People who remember to subtract the unnecessary have lives that may not look like what we dream for ourselves all the time, but they also don’t have the constant scowl on their faces, the rushed pace to their gait, or the obsessive need to check in with their daytimers and text messages. Maybe, start looking at life like you’re sculpting from a block of granite. Chip away, chisel down all the stuff that’s in the way of your ‘perfect life,’ whether it’s “friends,” expenses, or habits, and start to imagine what is essential, and leave only that much. See if somewhere on the other side of subtraction is a happier life. Michael Alcorn is a music teacher and fitness instructor who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. He graduated from Alameda High School and the University of Colorado-Boulder.

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The Jefferson County Sheriff ’s Office Exemplary Awards Ceremony was May 9 in the Jeffco Administration and Courts Facility building. Among those honored were numerous Sheriff ’s Department employees who helped respond to the mass shooting in an Aurora theater last year. Sheriff ’s Deputies who responded to the scene of the shooting, who were given awards for their service, from left, Sgt. Kelly England, Jeremy Mayns, Chase Walker, Andy Dillman, Chris Blanchard, and Sgt. Dan Silva. Photo by Glenn Wallace

AROUND THE REGION Golden in Jefferson County serves as a place for canoeing and kayaking to enjoy the spring runoff at Clear Creek Whitewater Park. The water course is located at the west end of 10th Street, adjacent to Lions Park. The area is also ideal for informal hiking and picnic activities. The park is a 2010 Starburst Award Winner for outstanding use of Colorado Lottery Funds. Mountain bike trails are in play at the Golden Bike Park at Tony Grampsas Sports Complex, 4471 Salvia St., Golden. The mountain-bike-only trails include a downhill flow trail, bi-directional access trail, skills area and beginner pump track. Just up the road along Interstate 70, rafting businesses offer various packages. And of course, just off I-70 there is a spectacular view from atop Lookout Mountain, where adventurers can take in the Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave. The Lariat Loop Byway, a 40-mile route, retraces the motoring adventures of the early 1920s and encompasses numerous sights to see along the way. For more information, visit www.lariatloop.com. And don’t forget Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre. It’s not just for concerts, it’s a great place to hike. For general information, call 303-697-4939. Arvada has about 140 parks and more than 100 miles of trails. The city has two disc golf courses: Memorial Park Disc Golf, 8001 West 59th Ave., and Bird’s Nest Disc Golf, 17925 West 64th Parkway. There are numerous dog parks in the area, including the popular West Arvada Dog Park next to Bird’s Nest Disc Golf course. Visit arvada.org, lakewood.org and ci.wheatridge. co.us.

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TO SELL YOUR GENTLY USED ITEMS, CALL 303-566-4100 Farm Products & Produce

Garage Sales

Garage Sales

Grain Finished Buffalo

George Town Village

MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE AND HUGE FURNITURE SALE at SHEPHERD OF LOVE Over 90 pcs of Furniture incl. Antique & Vintage – many professionally & beautifully refinished. We have Clothes (all ages), Books, Tools, Household, Décor, Craft Supplies, Toys & Home-Baked Goods. Our BBQ lunch starts at 11am w/ upgraded 1/3-lb. burgers, brats & hot dogs. May 16-17, 8a-7p & May 18, 8a-4:30p. Located at 13550 Lowell Blvd., Broomfield.

quartered, halves and whole

719-775-8742

Locally raised, grass fed and grain finished Beef & Pork. Quarters, halves, wholes available. Can deliver 720-434-1322 schmidtfamilyfarms.com

Feed, Seed, Grain, Hay Horse hay for sale

$14.50 65 lb bales Brome Orchard 303-618-9744

Garage Sales Annual Meadowglen Garage Sale: Friday & Saturday May 17 & 18. Between 80th and 81st Drives and Club Crest & Pomona Arvada

Clearing out the Garage Sale Friday & Saturday May 17th & 18th 8am-4pm Something for Everyone 11524 East Ponderosa Lane Franktown (Parker Road South to Bayou Gulch, East to Flintwood, South to Ponderosa lane) follow signs

Estate/Yard Sale

7301 Canosa Court, Westminster Friday May 17th 9am-3pm & Saturday May 18th 9am-1pm Household, Bedspreads, Afghans, Linens, Furniture, Garage Items, Tools, Luggage and much more! Garage Sale Furniture, appliances, toys, tools, much more! May 17th 18th 8-1 3438 Shire Circle Castle Rock Garage/Yard Sale 10160 West 64th Avenue (64th & Lee) 1 week 5/17-5/25 8am

Annual Garage Sale Located between Orchard Rd & Arapahoe on Holly St, Centennial May 17th & 18th 8AM -3PM

Gigantic Moving Sale EVERYTHING MUST GO!

Tools, Exercise, Clothes, Books, Housewares too much to list Saturday May 18, 8am-4pm 2268 Stevens Court Keene Ranch, Castle Rock HUGE CHURCH YARD SALE Fri. May17th 8am-4pm & Sat. May 18th 8am-2pm Heritage Community Bible Church Sale is inside the gymnasium. 5615 W. 64th Ave., Arvada Huge Garage/Moving Sale! Friday May 17th & Saturday May 18th, 7am-2pm 8906 Everett Street, Kingsmill, Westminster Furniture, Dishes, Kitchen items, Tools, Christmas, Nativity Sets, Music Boxes, Jigsaw Puzzles, Framed Pictures and much much more!

Moving Liquidation Sale

Equestrian, Fine Art, Household, Tools, Antique and Contemporary Furniture and much more! May 11th, 12th, 18th & 19th 9am-4pm 9188 Inspiration Drive, Parker 80138 Moving Sale Parker 8406 Bluegrass Cir Fri 5/17 & Sat 5/18 9am 3 pm Bikes, many new health books, supplements at cost, holiday items, yard equipment, much more

Clark Farms

Community Garage Sale Parker Co Saturday May 18, 8am-3pm Stop by 11501 Wray Court

Featuring The Spring Line of MI Jewelry Designs (handcrafted one of a kind jewelry) also misc. garage sale items for sale

Neighborhood Garage Sale Double E Ranch Subdivision 12915 W 77th Drive, Arvada Sat., May 18, 7:30-1:30 electronics, furnishings, dishes, tools, jewelry, antiques, clothing

TABLE ROCK

Annual Community Garage Sale Fri/Sat/Sun 8am-2pm. North of Golden 3 mi. Hwy 93 at W. 58th Ave. Sponsored by REALTOR Lisa Mutschler

303-507-1675

Yard Sale May 17th & 18th 8-4 Englewood Area Corona & Dartmouth Jewelry, Dressers, plus much more! 60 years of collectables

Estate Sales Estate Sale 3 day sale starting May 17 Great for new families! Everything goes, furniture, linens, tools, office supplies, electronics, trunks, picnic tables/bench, 1610 S Chase St Lakewood Gigantic Estate Sale Over 45 years of things to sell! May 17, 18, and 19 8 am to 4 pm everyday! Items include tools, medical equipment, car parts, patio and lawn items, furniture, toys, holiday decor, linens, a slide-in camper, and lots of household items! The house is also for sale!

Estate Sales Huge Estate Sale

Tools, Furniture, Art,dishes, flatware, Kitchen items, books Downsizing- everything must go! Friday May 17, 8am- 5pm Saturday May 18th 8am-1pm 12200 W. 35th Ave.Wheatridge, CO

MERCHANDISE

Flowers/Plants/Trees FAST TREES

Grow 8-12 feet yearly. $17-$24 delivered. Potted. Brochure online:

www.fasttrees.com or 509

447 4181

Lawn and Garden 4' round Meadowcraft glasstop patio table, 5 chairs,cushions, Umbrella Great condition! ($500) 303-278-0099

High quality leather Broyhill Sofa and Chair, Burgundy color Highlands Ranch Area Call 720-635-1372

Best Guard Dog! Central Asian Shepherd. 5 month old. SALE! Best Offer price!

Household Goods 38x12x75" china cabinets, 23 Stag Horn frosted glasses, 15 brandy snifters, cranberry & gold different glasses $600 Marty (303)995-2995 Fine China 22k gold leaf pattern. Serves 12, extra pieces (75 total) $150 Gold flatware service for 8 including beautiful gold storage case. $75. Light wood rocking chair w/pad $25 303-770-4585

Tickets/Travel All Tickets Buy/Sell

Furniture

Dogs

NFL-NBA-NHL-NCAA-MLB WWW.DENVERTICKET.COM (303)-420-5000

TRANSPORTATION Autos for Sale 2000 A6 Audi Avant

Runs/Looks great 190,000 miles. Reduced $2000 for quick sale Marty (303)995-2995

2002 Chevy Camaro Good condition, 110,000 miles $6000 or best offer 720-933-7503

Would like to sell a bus ticket from Denver Colorado to Portland Oregon. Price $100 or negotiable. Call (630)624-5389

PETS

Maple China Cabinet

2009 Forest River Cherokee Wolf Pack Travel Trailer $19500 OBO Sleeps 6, holds two full size ATV's 1/2 ton towable, 5899 dry weight, 8011 GVWR 720-284-1913

Approx. 4 1/2' x 6' w/4 glass shelves. Perfect condition, $250/obo (303)663-3774

Wanted Cash for all Cars and Trucks

Quality used furniture, fair prices Entertainment Ctr solid oak 3pcs.$700 orig.$5,000 Sofa,teal plaid, 92"x39" $150; 2 Thomasville lite wood end tables with matching glass top coffee table $50 ea. Oak computer desk 60"x20" $60; pool table w/accessories, new,$900; queen mattress/box spgs. $50; 2 oak bar stools $25ea. All items in excellent condition. Castle Rock 303-973-2199.

Under $1000 Running or not. Any condition

(303)741-0762 bestcashforcars.com

Top Cash Paid for Junk Cars Up to $500 720-333-6832

Got Stuff to sell... Try it here! Call 303-566-4100!

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Instruction

Instruction 720-457-3960 Castle Rock Training

Basic Pistol & Concealed Carry

www.FirstStepFirearms.com

APLMED Academy

offers medical certificate programs in CNA, Phlebotomy, Cardiac/EKG Technician, Medical Billing and Coding the knowledge and skills to kick start their career in the medical field. More info call - 303 752 0000 www.aplmed.com

Become Certified Pharmacy Technician in just 12 weeks. No experience required. Classes are on Saturdays only. $900 total - payment plan available. www.herdenver.com or 1-800-426-9615.

Private Piano & Theory Lessons

for ages 6-Adult Monday - Saturday BM & Master of music edu degree I am a Natl Certified Teacher (NCPM) Call 303-940-8462 Arvada Area

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Lost and Found Art Workshop:

Student Ages: 7 to 14 10742 Fairbairn Way, Highlands Ranch, Colorado 80130 Dates: Monday- June 3rd to 7th Time: 9:00 am to 11:45 am Snack will be provided for the 10:20 Break. Spaces are filling up-Sign up soon! If you are interested Email: artworkshophighlandsranch@gmail. com www.artclasseshighlandsranch.com

Misc. Notices Men of all ages!

Learn to sing barbershop! Denver MountainAires BarberShop Chorus 2013 Guests Night THREE free lessons 7:00 PM May 14,21,28 Sing at our show June 22nd Edgewater Community Church. 2497 Fenton St. Contact Ralph Fennell 303-805-9828, Fennell@q.com or Dick Cable 303-973-9217 dac2934@gmail.com

Misc. Notices NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE On May 21, 2013, International Business Acquisitions, Inc. will conduct a public sale of the personal property of a sushi/hibachi restaurant located at 10440 East Arapahoe Road, Englewood, Colorado 80112. The sale will take place at 10:00 a.m. in the offices of Bloom Murr Accomazzo & Siler, PC, 410 17th Street, Suite 2400, Denver, Colorado. The items to be sold are available for inspection at 10440 East Arapahoe Road, Englewood, Colorado 80112 on May 20, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Inspections will not be permitted at any other time. The items will be sold only as a lot. Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201

Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201

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Electricians

Handyman

House Cleaning

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Cleaning Five-Star Cleaning Service

20 years exp. Commercial/Residential/Construction Weekly/Bi-Weekly/Move Out $30/hour, 2 hour minimum Trustworthy & Reliable References Available Serving Wheat Ridge, Golden, Arvada & North Denver 720-384-4223

303 827-2400 Construction

ELECTRICAL SERVICE WORK All types, licensed & insured. Honest expert service. Free estimates.

720-203-7385

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Electrical Work All types. Honest and reliable, licensed & ins. Free estimates. Craig (303)429-3326

Fence Services BATUK FENCING Cedar, Chain-link Install & Repair. Quality Work 10 yrs. exp. Free Estimates. Sr. Discount. 303-750-3840

D & D FENCING

Commercial & Residential All types of cedar, chain link, iron, and vinyl fences. Install and repair. Serving all areas. Low Prices. FREE Estimates. 720-434-7822 or 303-296-0303

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20 yrs experience Remodel expert, kitchen, basements, & service panel upgrades. No job too small. Senior disc. 720-690-7645

Deck/Patio

303-257-9067

Quality Fencing at a DiscountPrice Wood, Chain Link, Vinyl, Orna-iron, New Install and Repairs. Owner Operated since 1989 Call Now & Compare! 303-450-6604

Fitness

Denver’s Premier Custom Deck Builder Old Pro Window Cleaning Residential Specialist Over 30 years experience Quality Work

Bob Bonnet 720-530-7580

Concrete/Paving

720-635-0418

BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU

www.decksunlimited.com

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T.M. CONCRETE

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G& E Concrete • Residential & Commercial Flatwork • Driveways • Patios • Walks • Garages • Foundations • Colored & Stamped Concrete • Tearout/Replace

25+ yrs. Experience Best Rates • References Free Estimates • 303-451-0312 or 303-915-1559 www.gandeconcrete.com

Navarro Concrete, Inc.

Commercial/Residential quality work at reasonable prices. Registered & Insured in Colorado.

303-423-8175 J-Star Concrete

Driveways, Stamped & Color Concrete, Steps, Walkways, Basement, Garage Floors, Porches, Tareout & Repair, Patios. Free Est. 7 Days WK 720-327-8618

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Garage Doors

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FRee eStimateS Doors/Windows

Door Doctor James marye

D o or SpecialiSt ~ c arpenter

Interior • Exterior Replacement • Repair Commercial • Residential

720.276.9648

A PATCH TO MATCH

• Springs, Repairs • New Doors and Openers • Barn and Arena Doors • Locally-Owned & Operated • Tom Martino’s Referral List 10 Yrs • BBB Gold Star Member Since 2002

Highly rated & screened contractor by Home Advisor & Angies list

Call Ed 720-328-5039

Sanders Drywall Inc. All phases to include

Acoustic scrape and re-texture Repairs to full basement finishes Water damage repairs Interior paint, door & trim installs 30+ years experience Insured Free estimates

Darrell 303-915-0739

Free Estimates • Reliable Licensed • Bonded Insured • Senior Discount

(303) 646-4499 www.mikesgaragedoors.com

Office 303-642-3548 Cell 720-363-5983 No Service in Parker or Castle Rock

HOME REPAIRS INSIDE: *Bath *Kitchen's *Plumbing *Electrical, *Drywall *Paint *Tile & Windows OUTSIDE: *Paint & Repairs *Gutters *Deck's *Fence's *Yard Work *Tree & Shrubbery trimming & clean up Affordable Hauling Call Rick 720-285-0186

Hauling Service " $Reasonable$"

Rates On:

*Trash Cleanup: old furniture, mattresses, appliances, etc. *Replacement of Decorative Rock *Hauling: trash, old sod, debris. *Gutter cleaning. *Storm Damage Cleanup, Servicing West and North areas Mark 303.432.3503

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JIM 303.818.6319

A Home Repair & Remodeling Handyman Large and small repairs 35 yrs exp. Reasonable rates 303-425-0066

Bob’s Home Repairs All types of repairs. Reasonable rates 30yrs Exp. 303-450-1172

Aeration • Power Raking • Lawn Mowing Lawn Maintenance • Landscaping Spring Clean-Up • Gutter clean-out. We are Licensed & Insured

Call Bruce – 720-298-6067

Del @ 303-548-5509

brucesnolimitservice.com

Gloria's Hands on Cleaning

Reliable, 25 years in business, personal touch, spring cleaning. Weekly, bi-weekly, once a month

303-456-5861

Servicing the Metro North and Metro West areas

Landscaping/Nurseries

J & J lawn ServiCeS Let us help you get your lawn green this Spring! Aerations starting at $35.00 Lawn Mowing & Trim starting at $20/mow Organic Fertilizer Application starting at $15/application — Quality work —

Call 720-272-4663 Credit cards accepted.

• Complete Landscape Design & Construction • Retaining Walls, Paver & Natural Stone Patios • Clean-Ups & Plant Pruning • Tree & Stump Removal • New Plantings • Irrigation Systems and Repairs • Landscape Lighting COLORADO REGISTERED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT

Instant Trash Hauling

Licensed

720.436.6340

Insured

www.arterralandscaping.com

303-345-8532

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Weekly Mowing Aeration Fertilizing Hedge Trim Maintenance

John | 303-922-2670

Get a jump on sprinG projects! New installs, yard make-overs, retaining walls, sod, sprinkler systems, flagstone, decorative rock. For all your landscape needs call Richard at 720-297-5470. Licensed, insured, Member BBB.

Olson Landscaping & Design

303.870.8434

— WeeKlY MoWiNg —

1st mow free with summer commitment for new customers

Big Dog * Special

125

$

Aeration, Fertilization & Power Raking

little Dog * Special

Lawn/Garden Services

65

$

Aeration & Fertilization Combo Yard Cleanup, Aeration, Fertilizer, Shrub Trimming

www.denverlawnservices.com

• Home • Business • Junk & Debris • Furniture • Appliances • Tree Limbs • Moving Trash • Carpet • Garage Clean Out

Established 2000 • *up to 5000 sq/ft

Dirt, Rock, Concrete, Sod & Asphalt

Free estimates 7 days a Week

Heavy Hauling

Asphalt & Concrete •Dirt removal & replacement • Grading • Excavating • Tractor •Trucking. 303-908-9384

Trash & Junk Removal

We take what your trash man won't. Branches, mattresses, appliances, reasonable rates & prompt service 720-333-6832

Heating/ Air Conditioning

Aerating, Lawn Mowing, Fertilizing, Power Raking, Yard Clean-up and Sprinkler Work

LAWN AERATIONS Residential Homes

30

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Call Eric

303-424-0017

Furnaces • Boilers • Water Heaters Service • Repair • Replace

720.327.9214 Commercial & Residential 10% Senior & Military Discount All Home Energy Audits

• Lawn Maintenance •Aerating & Fertilizing, •Power Raking • Landscape •Sod & Rock Work • Res. & Comm. • Fully Insured. Offering Free Fall aerating & fertilizing with a new mowing pkg. (mowing in select areas)

303-420-2880

Reasonable Rates:

*Lawn Maint: Leaf Cleanup, Tree & Bush Trimming/Removal. Firewood for sale Del. avail. *Hauling: trash, old fencing, debris. *Gutter cleaning. *Storm Damage Cleanup. Refs. Servicing the West & North areas Mark: 303.432.3503

Sosa Landscaping

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Family owned and serving Golden & Jefferson County since 1955. 24-Hour Service

Al

Mowing, aeration, fertilize, tree & shrub trim. Planting & Spring cleanup. Free estimates 28 yrs exp.

Call 720-218-2618

Office - 303-642-3548 Cell 720-363-5983 Ron Massa BBB - Bonded - Insured

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SWEET’S LANDSCAPING & Lawn Maintenance

FREE ESTIMATES

You Call - I Haul Basement, Garages, Houses, Construction, Debris, Small Moves

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Call Greg

• Dependable • Affordable • • Prompt Service 7 days a week • • Foreclosure and Rental clean-outs • • Garage clean-outs • • Furniture • • Appliances •

"AFFORDABLE HAULING"

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Call Bernie 303.347.2303

Drywall Repair Specialist

• Home Renovation and Remodel • 30 years Experience • Insured • Satisfaction Guaranteed

Carpentry • Painting Tile • Drywall • Roof Repairs Plumbing • Electrical Kitchen • Basements Bath Remodels Property Building Maintenance

trash hauling

whiteyjr@yahoo.com www.DenverDoorDoctor.com

Drywall

HANDYMAN

Lawn/Garden Services

Alpine Landscape Management

Aerate, Fertilize, Power Raking, Weekly Mowing Trim Bushes & Sm. Trees, Sr. Disc.

720-329-9732

Reasonable Price & Quality Service Full Landscaping, Fence, Tree, Sod, Rock, Weekly Mowing, Bush Trimming Low Cost - Experience - References - Dependable COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL INSURED & BONDED FREE ESTIMATE

Please call anytime: Mr. Domingo 720-365-5501

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SERVICES TO ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES, CALL 303-566-4100 Misc. Services

Painting

STAIRLIFTS INSTALLED

with a Warranty Starting at $1575

WALK-IN-TUBS Starting at $2995

Long lasting Specialty Services interior & exterior Over 40 yrs. experience References and guarantee available.

303.420.0669 Licensed and Insured

Motorcycle Repair

Commercial • Residential Apartments • Warehouse Deck • Fence Interior • Exterior Repairs • Remodels Only use top quality products Free Estimates

Spring is coming – Need your carbs cleaned?

303-467-3166

Motorcycle/ATV Service & Repair

APEXPAINT@COMCAST.NET

All Makes and Models Small engine repair also

Fisher Cycle Works Call Fish Fisher at:

720-308-0425

Painting

PLUMBING, SPRINKLER & SWAMP COOLERS. FREE INSTANT QUOTE.

Your experienced Plumbers.

Insured & Bonded

40 years experience Interior & Exterior painting. References 303-466-4752

Notice... Check Internet Reviews, BBB, etc. b4 hiring anyone!

INSURED QUALITY PAINTING All American Paint Company “Painting Done Right!”

dirty jobs done dirt cheap Drain Cleaning & Plumbing Repairs

720-308-6696 www.askdirtyjobs.com

Drains as low as $75.00 * Free phone Quotes Residential/Commercial * Water Heaters * Drain Cleaning * Remodels/New Construction * Gas Lines * Garbage Disposals

Interior Painting Specialists, Drywall Repair, Exteriors and more… No money down, Free estimates 20 years Colorado Business

• Honest pricing • • Free estimates •

303-960-7665 Bob’s Painting, Repairs & Home Improvements 30 yrs experience Free estimates 303-450-1172

Remodeling

303-370-0446

Plumbing AA Rocky Mountain Rooter & Plumbing Professional Service - WITHOUT Professional Prices Licensed * Insured * Bonded Free Est. Over 25yrs exp. Local family owned company 303-960-5215

FRONT RANGE PLUMBING

303.451.1971

Commercial/Residential

For all your plumbing needs • Water Heaters • Plumbing Parts SENIOR DISCOUNTS FREE ESTIMATES in the metro area

www.frontrangeplumbing.com

GREENE'S REMODELING

Bathroom/kitchen remodeling, repair work, plumbing leaks, water damage. No job too small Window replacement. Serving Jeffco since 1970 (303)237-3231

Rocky Mountain Contractors Plumbing & Construction

EPA CERTIFIED

DEEDON'S PAINTING

Repair or Replace: Faucets, Toilets, Sinks, Vanity, Dishwashers, Water Heater, Broken Pipes, Spigot/Hosebib, Drain Cleaning, Disposals etc. Sprinkler StartUp/Repair/Installation. Swamp Cooler Start-Up/Repair. Call West Tech (720)298-0880

Family Owned & Operated. Low Rates.

Brush and Roll Quality

We will match any written estimate! Same day service! No job too small or too big!

Plumbing

RALPH’S & JOE’S AFFORDABLE

Call Frank

Call Us Today! 720-545-9222

Plumbing

• Basement Finish • Kitchen Remodel • Bath Remodel • Decks • Tile • Master Plumber • Repair Installation • Drain Cleaning • New Construction • Water Heater

JACK BISHOP Owner Operator

303.204.0522

Home Remodeling Specialists, Inc. * Bath * Kitch Remodels * Bsmt Finishes * Vinyl Windows * Patio Covers * Decks 30+ yrs. exp. George (303)252-8874

Roofing/Gutters A Hermanʼs ROOFING Hail Damage? Wind Damage? New Roof, Re-Roof, Repairs, Residential - Commercial Family owned for Over 46 Years. Call today for free estimate. (303)293-3131

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We now publish: Adams County

Sentinel, Arvada Press, Castle Rock News Press, Centennial Citizen, Douglas County News Press, Elbert County News, Englewood Herald, Golden Transcript, Highlands Ranch Herald, Lakewood Sentinel, Littleton Independent, Lone Tree Voice, North JeffCo Westsider, Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel, Parker Chronicle, Pikes Peak Courier View, South Platte Independent, Teller County Extra, Tri-Lakes Tribune, Westminster Window, and Wheat Ridge Transcript.

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SERVICES TO ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES, CALL 303-566-4100 Roofing/Gutters

Seasonal

Sprinklers

Tree Service

A-1 Stump Removal

Just Sprinklers Inc

Andy & Bob's Roofing/Gutters

Licensed and Insured

All types roofs-installs, repairs and certifications. Aluminum seamless gutters. Since 1952 (303)984-0481

Now offering

Aeration, spring yard clean ups, fertilizing, weed control, lawn mowing, custom trimming of small trees, and bushes All your landscaping needs Call Jim or Shannon Keepinitgreeninc.com pooper scooper services

Re-Roof • Repair Roof Certifications Free Estimates Let us inspect your roof and see what minor repairs can be performed to prolong the life of your roof.

Siding

Mention this ad and get a gutter clean and flush for $95.00 Colorado natives – Arvada-based company 5790 Yukon St., Suite 111 Arvada, CO 80002 720-399-0355/ 720-352-9310

Never Side Your House Again! • James Hardie Siding • 30 yr warranty • Concrete fiber siding with prefinished colors • Wood siding also available Ask about 5-10% discount

Call Ray for free estimates • Licensed & Insured 20 years in business in Metro area

Rocky Mountain Superior Finishes LLC Alvin Ray Hedrick • 720-849-1338

Affordable Rates

Stump grinding specialist Most stumps $75.00 $35 Minimum. Free estimates. Licensed & Insured 32 yrs exp. Firewood

System Startup $35.00

Residential /Commercial

• System Startup

Free Estimates

• Install, Repair

Senior Discounts

• Service & Renovations

Call Terry 303-424-7357

Stephen D Williams 25 Plus Years Exp justsprinklers@comcast.net

(303) 425-6861 Bus Phone (720) 309-1195 Cell Phone

Family Owned & Operated

Tree Service

Welding

Window Services

Flying Pig welding

Window Cleaning

Window Well Covers & Grates

Year-round window cleaning Interiors, Exteriors, Tracks, Slides & Screens

• All-steel with security chains

Family Owned Since 1993

• Handrails -- simple to spectacular

Free Estimates • Insured

Terry Copper

Call Tim @ 303-587-5822

Check out my work @ http://flyingpigmaw.com

303-668-8726 windowpleasers@comcast.net

A Tree Stump Removal Company

We offer tree removal, brush, mulch and root chasing in addition to stump removal. We also have firewood available! Call today for your Free Estimate. Credit cards accepted

JAY WHITE Tree Service Serving with pride since 1975 Tree & shrub trimming & removals, Licensed and Insured Call Jay (303)278-7119

720.234.3442

www.stumpthumpersdenver.com

Alvin.Hedrick1@gmail.com

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Colorado Community Media was created to connect you to 23 community papers with boundless opportunity and rewards. Roofing:

Shingles, Flat Roofs, Roof Leak Repairs. 35 years of experience. Free estimates. Butch Metzler (303)422-8826

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ou may recognize your footprint, but your “carbon” footprint? The term “carbon footprint” refers to the size of a person, building, organization or event’s impact upon the earth, as measured by the greenhouse gases that it generates. Frank Rukavina, sustainability director of National Renewable Energy Labs in Golden, points out that a carbon footprint calculation also measures greenhouse gases that are not carbon. Sulfur hexafluoride for instance, has a 25-times greater greenhouse effect than the same amount of carbon dioxide. “Even water acts as a greenhouse gas,” Rukavina said. “But when we look at GHG, we convert them all to a carbon equivalent.” That is because carbon dioxide is the most abundant greenhouse gas. It stays in the atmosphere for a long time, and it is the one directly pumped into the atmosphere by smoke stacks and exhaust pipes. The average “footprint” for a home in Lakewood is about 48.5 tons of carbon dioxide a year. ”It’s just not prudent to be doing this dumping of carbon into the atmosphere. It’s slowly heating up the planet and intensifying weather,” said Steve Stevens, a Golden resident, antique bicycle collector and conservation activist. The vast majority of climate scientists agree that human activity is pumping enough greenhouse gas into the atmosphere that the world is heating up at a record pace.

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ficult. For a household, Rukavina says the measurement has to include three levels of GHG production: • Scope one — Direct carbon put into the air by the car you drive, or your fireplace chimney; • Scope two — Indirect carbon, notably the coal-fired power plant that provides the electricity for your home; • Scope three — Associated household expenses like the carbon cost of the goods and services a family uses, and the treating of its wastewater. The typical Jefferson County resident’s biggest single carbonproducing activity is driving, accounting for 10 tons of CO2 a year. As a category, however, home costs (construction, water, natural gas, electricity) are a bigger lump of carbon. For the last few years, Stevens has turned his 1970s-era home into a showcase for sustainability. He added inches of insulation to all exterior walls, installed solar panels capable of producing more than enough electricity for his home and electric car, and expanded the south face of his home to create a “catch it and keep it” passive solar heating system, which reduced his heating costs by 95 percent. All told, Stevens estimates his household has a negative carbon impact. Though he saves more than

Steve Stevens of Golden climbs into part of the the upper portion of his passive solar heating room, which doubles as a drying rack for fruits and herbs. The space, which can reach up to 140 degrees in winter, helps generate warm air that is circulated through the house. In summer months, windows are open and the circulator fan is turned off to let the unwanted heat vent out. The lower level of Steven’s passive solar heating room doubles as a sunroom/workout space. Photo by Glenn Wallace a thousand dollars a year on utility costs, Stevens said he chooses to focus on the moral and environmental reasons for reducing his carbon footprint. ”Carbon dioxide is invisible, so people don’t really pay attention to it. But oil and gas companies are treating the sky as a

An average household in Lakewood produces 48.5 metric tons of carbon a year

Travel 30% Food 14% Housing 30%

Goods & Services 26%

Data source: University of California, Berkeley Cool Climate Network

sewer,” Stevens said.

Drop a shoe size The good news about carbon footprints are that small changes can have big effects, and often mean cost savings as well. There are many carbon footprint calculators online that can help. The one used for this story can be found at coolclimate. berkeley.edu/carboncalculator. Many of these calculators include carbon-reducing recommendations. Buying a more fuel-efficient car costs a lot at first, but means 1.7 tons less carbon a year and hundreds of dollars of ongoing savings. Eating a healthier “low carbon” diet — less meat and dairy and more fruit, vegetables, and cereal — can save carbon, money, and the waistline. Home improvement projects can reduce, or in Stevens’ case, even reverse carbon impacts. There are tools available for improving homes. The NREL website www.nrel. gov features a map that shows the best regions for collecting solar or wind power. Most electric utility companies, including Xcel Energy, offer cash rebates to home owners who have energy audits done. The audits can identify spots

CUT THE CARBON FOOTPRINT EASY FIXES CHECKLIST  Carpool/Bike/Bus to work  Properly maintain vehicles  Switch to CFL or LED light bulbs  Line-dry clothes  Buy local goods  Nudge thermostat up in summer  Thermostat down a notch in winter Improve attic insulation  Replace appliances with highefficiency models

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YOUR WEEK & MORE THURSDAY/MAY 16 CANDLELIGHT VIGIL The city and the Northglenn Police Department will host a memorial to honor Northglenn Police Cpl. E.B. Rains Jr. and other peace officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. The fallen officer memorial candlelight vigil is from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 16, in E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park, 11801 Community Center Drive. In 1984, Rains responded to a call at a city residence, where he was shot. Webster Lake Park was renamed E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park the next year. NIGHT OUT FRIENDS Place presents women’s and men’s

nights out for adults with developmental disabilities from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, May 16. The women will go to Chipper’s Bowling Alley. Please eat before arriving; snacks will be purchased, but no dinner. The men will go to Color-Me-Mine and will pick a ceramic of their choice. The registration deadline for both events is Monday, May 13. Meet at FRIENDS Place, 555 Alter St., Suite 19E, Broomfield. Contact Molly Coufal, evening/ social program director, info@friendsofbroomfield.org or 303-404-0123.

MEET ARTIST The Wheat Ridge Cultural Commission

presents photographer Tammy McKenzie from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, May 16, at Brunswick Zone, 9751 W. 49th Ave., Wheat Ridge. Brunswick Zone is offering a complimentary game of bowling with shoe rental to meet the artist participants. Join us for this free, informative community event, meeting with Tammy and enjoying her contemporary and unique photographs and then bowling afterwards. Light refreshments will be served.

THURSDAY AND FRIDAY/MAY 16-17 GARAGE SALE Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue plans a garage sale to benefit the dogs, cats and kittens of Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue. Drop off items for the sale from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, May 16, and the sale is from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, May 17, at 3901 E. 7th Parkway, Denver. For information, or to volunteer, email Judy at judyg6200@gmail.com. THURSDAY/MAY 16, MAY 25 ART PROJECT Members of Palatteers Art Club will work

with community members of all ages to paint rocks for its Art Rocks community art project. Rock painting will be done from 6-8 p.m. May 16 at Northglenn United Methodist Church, 1605 W. 106th Ave., Northglenn; and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 25 at Aar River Gallery, 3707 W. 73rd Ave. The painted rocks will be distributed throughout Adams County in public areas such as parks, trails and landscaping around public buildings. The rocks are for public display and not for personal use. They must be donated to the Art Rocks Project. All supplies and instruction will be provided at these public painting events. The rocks will be distributed at a public event in August. Call 303-426-4114 or email to beckyesilver@aol. com to RSVP.

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY/MAY 17-18 YARD SALE Join the Arvada Historical Society at our eighth annual yard sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, May 17, and Saturday, May 18, at the Arvada Flour Mill, 5590 Olde Wadsworth. The sale features collectibles, household items, vintage items, jewelry, hardware, sports equipment and furniture. Proceeds benefit Arvada Historical Society projects to preserve Arvada’s rich history. Call 303-815-4154 or visit www.arvadahistory.org. FRIDAY/MAY 17, JUNE 7, JUNE 14 SIMPLE FIX Foothills Animal Shelter’s mobile spay and neuter surgery program brings affordable spay/neuter procedures for cats and dogs to a variety of convenient locations throughout Wheat Ridge and Westminster. This program has been coordinated in partnership with Jefferson County Animal Control, Westminster Animal Management and Wheat Ridge Animal Control. The program will be offered Friday, May 17, June 7 and June 14. Check-in is at 7:30 a.m., and surgery space is limited. No appointments needed; program available on a first-come, first-served basis. Pets go home the same day; owners should pick up their pet between 3-4 p.m. For

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monthly town hall meeting is from 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 18, at the Standley Lake Library in Arvada. Kraft-Tharp will not be able to attend because her twin nephews will be graduating that weekend; however, you can join Senator Hudak for a wrap-up of the Colorado State Legislative Session.

ROCK CLIMBING The Northglenn Recreational Alternative

Programming series for ages 11-18 plans a rock climbing trip from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at Red Rock Canyon. This lesson is open to any level of climber. Pack a lunch, wear athletic clothing, have sunscreen and bring plenty of water. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn. org/recxpress to register. Meet at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive.

BABYSITTING CLASS First-time babysitters ages 11-13 can take a class from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. The course teaches skills such as CPR, first aid, growth and development, safety, feeding, discipline, diapering and bathing. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/ recxpress to register. BASKETBALL CHALLENGE Youth ages 9 to 14 can take on

officers of the Northglenn Police Department in a goodnatured basketball game as part of National Police Week. The Kops vs. Kids basketball challenge is from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Immediately after, the cops will play against North Metro Fire Rescue firefighters in an exhibition.

MONDAY/MAY 20 GENTLE YOGA Living Water Spiritual Community will offer gentle body-mind yoga for beginners and those managing chronic pain at 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 20, at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. Bring a mat, blanket and water bottle. Email yogawithjammie@gmail.com. BLOOD DRIVE Church Ranch Office Park community blood

drive is from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday, May 20 inside Bonfils’ mobile bus at 7237 Church Ranch Blvd., Westminster. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www. bonfils.org.

TUESDAY/MAY 21 LIFETREE CAFÉ Learn how to experience a full and satisfying life at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, at Lifetree Café, 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, “How to Live Before You Die: Embracing Life to the Fullest,” features an exclusive filmed interview with Sasha Vukelja, who as a young girl escaped from communist Yugoslavia and emigrated to the United States. Vukelja, now an oncologist, tells how she works with patients facing an uncertain future to find hope and a positive attitude. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Snacks and beverages are available. Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual coffeehouse-type setting. Questions may be directed to Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@ peacelutheran.net. LEGISLATIVE WRAP-UP The League of Women Voters has had a team of volunteers following more than 90 bills through the state Legislature this year. Hear the ins and outs of many of these bills at 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, at Sportline, 6543 Wadsworth, Arvada. Call Sally at 720-898-0821 for information. All meetings are open to the public regardless of party affiliation. Visit www.lwvjeffco.org. TUESDAY/MAY 21, 28 FAMILY CAREGIVER workshops Are you caring for an aging parent or relative with Alzheimer’s disease. Find out about what causes dementia and the signs to watch for a free Alzheimer’s family caregiver workshops from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays in May at Home Instead Senior Care, 2095 S. Pontiac

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support of Court Appointed Special Advocates of Adams and Broomfield counties at the 11th annual CASA Classic golf tournament on Wednesday, May 22, at The Greg Mastriona Courses at Hyland Hills in Westminster. All proceeds will aid CASA in its fight against child abuse. This year’s tournament will kick off with an 8 a.m. shot gun start and includes a special vintage car theme and the opportunity for golfers to enjoy a day of golfing while helping to make a difference in the lives of abused and neglected children. There is still space for golfers and sponsors. For information, contact 303-6553927 or visit www.casa17th.org.

THURSDAY/MAY 23 COMMUNITY COFFEE Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp’s next Community Coffee is Thursday, May 23. We’ll talk about the legislative session. Community coffees take place twice on the fourth Thursday of each month. The Arvada coffee is from 8-9 a.m. (time change) at La Dolce Vita in Olde Town Arvada, 5756 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. The Westminster coffee is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Panera Bread, 10450 Town Center Drive, Westminster.

COMING SOON COMING SOON/MAY 28

SPRING EXHIBIT Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art presents its spring exhibit “The Museum of Broken Relationships,” through May 26. Visit bmoca.org, email brokenships@ bmoca.org or call 303-443-2122 for information. Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art is at 1750 13th St., Boulder. RECURRING/THROUGH MAY 31 ART EXHIBIT Colorado Visions, a juried exhibit of works by Colorado artists, is from Monday, April 15, to Friday, May 31, at Westminster City Hall, 4800 W. 92nd Ave. The exhibit is open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday. The show was juried by Colorado artist Cheryl St. John. Meet the artists, enjoy refreshments and listen to live music by the Meadowlarks. Sponsored by the North Metro Arts Alliance and the SCFD. Visit www.nmarts.net. RECURRING/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. RECURRING/THROUGH JULY 20

ART LEAGUE The Wheat Ridge Art League will meet from

7-9 p.m. Tuesday, May 28, at the Active Adults Center, 6363 W. 35th Ave., Wheat Ridge. After the business meeting, local well-known artist Becky Silver will present a demonstration about watercolor painting. Anyone interested in painting or learning new mediums is welcome to attend. Residents of any Denver suburb are welcome to attend. For information, call 303-278-8247 or 303-421-1356, or email lartus1@man.com or t.f.douglass@comcast.net.

COMING SOON/MAY 30 FRIENDS NIGHT FRIENDS of Broomfield plans its May Friends Night Out from 5:30-9 p.m. Thursday, May 30, at Boondocks Fun Center for three hours of unlimited play. Meet at FRIENDS Place, 555 Alter St., Suite 19E, Broomfield. Please eat before arriving; dinner is not included. Participants are welcome to bring extra money for food and drinks, but it is not included in the fee. The deadline to register is Monday, May 27. Contact Molly Coufal, evening/social program director, info@friendsofbroomfield.org or 303-404-0123.

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PAINTED CATS Cat Care Society will raise money with its “Tails of the Painted Cats” tour, which ends Saturday, July 20, at a gala dinner and auction at Pinehurst Country Club. Visit the online gallery at http://www.catcaresociety.org/paintedcatsgallery.html. Visit http://www.catcaresociety.org. RECURRING/THROUGH JULY 23 ITALIAN CLASSES Beginning and/or rusty Italian? Classes are offered from 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays from May 14 to July 23 at Westminster CityPark Rec Center, 10455 Sheridan. For fees, required materials and other information, contact instructor Paola Whitcomb, 303-463-6021 or whitwords@comcast.net.

LOOKING AHEAD LOOKING AHEAD/MAY 30-31, JUNE 7-8 THEATER SHOW Colorado ACTS presents a community musical production of “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” at 7 p.m. May 30-31 and June 7-8 at Colorado ACTS Theater, 9460 W. 58th Ave., Arvada. Call 303456-6772 or visit www.coloradoacts.org. LOOKING AHEAD/MAY 31 TO JUNE 9

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KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION Vanderhoof Elementary School is accepting registrations for incoming kindergarten. Students must be 5 years old by Oct. 1, 2013, in order to register for kindergarten. Vanderhoof has both a traditional half-day program and a tuition-based full day program. The school is at 5875 Routt Court, Arvada, and registration hours are 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Go online to jeffcopublicschools.org and follow the prompts for registration information on Jeffco Connect. Once your student has been entered online you will need to bring copies of their birth certificate, immunization records and proof of residency to the school. If you live outside our attendance area, you will need to fill out a choice enrollment application. Choice enrollments are accepted on

THE MOUSETRAP The Player’s Guild at the Festival Playhouse presents “The Mousetrap,” by Agatha Christie, playing May 31 through June 9 at 5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Call 303-422-4090 or visit www.festivalplayhouse. com. Appropriate for all ages. LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 1 TRAILS DAY Celebrate Arvada’s annual Trails Day by getting outdoors, moving your feet, pedaling your bike or just celebrating being outside from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 1. Learn about Arvada’s bike friendly streets and 125-mile trail system at this free family event, hosted by Majestic View Nature Center and Two Ponds Wildlife Refuge. Free ice cream is provided by Scrumptious and hot dogs will be grilled by the Arvada Fire Protection District. The event is organized by the Arvada Festivals Commission, Majestic View Nature Center, Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge and the Arvada Parks Advisory Committee. A free shuttle service between Majestic View and Two Ponds is offered, and parking is available at Majestic View Nature Center and at the Medical Center lot on the southeast corner of 80th and Kipling. For information and/or to volunteer, call 720-898-7400 or visit www. arvadafestivals.com. Looking Ahead continues on Page 23

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Mary (Paige Larson), left, and Mike (Kurt Brighton) – her married doctor boyfriend – try to comfort Teresa (Lisa DeCaro) in “The Memory of Water” playing at the Miners Alley Playhouse. Photos courtesy of Sarah Roshan

Ripplesof memory Miners Alley’s latest focuses on family, the past By Clarke Reader

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here’s nothing like a funeral to bring out the best and worst in a family, oftentimes to both tragic and hilarious effect.

Sisters, from left to right, Teresa (Lisa DeCaro), Mary (Paige Larson) and Catherine (Emily Paton Davies) go through their mothers effects in “The Memory of Water,” currently on stage at the Miners Alley Playhouse. Courtesy of Sarah Roshan

“The Memory of Water,” the latest production at the Miners Alley Playhouse, shows how three sisters come together after the death of the their mother and examines how memory changes over time. The play will be staged through May 26 at the theater, 1224 Washington Ave. in Golden. Showtimes are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 6 p.m. “I came across the script a couple years ago, but it wasn’t right for what I was doing at the time, so it’s been on the back burner for a while,” said Paige Larson, Miners Alley artistic director and an actor in the show. “For our last season (as artistic director) I came back to it and thought it was just a great story — funny, poignant and lovely.” The story takes place in England in the 1990s, as eldest daughter Teresa (Lisa DeCaro), middle child Mary (Larson) and youngest daughter Catherine (Emily Paton Davies) gather together for the first time in a long time because of their mother Vi’s (Deborah Curtis) funeral. The sisters don’t really get along, Larson said, and they all have different and conflicting memories of their childhoods, which causes a lot of friction and misunderstanding as they try to sort out their past lives and how it shaped their futures. As if dealing with old family issues wasn’t enough, Frank (Matthew BloodSmyth), Teresa’s husband and Mike (Kurt Brighton), a married doctor with whom Mary has been having a five year affair, also show up for the funeral. “The subject sounds really heavy and it has it’s moments, but there is just a lot of great British humor in it,” Larson said. “The sisters constantly pick at each other, and it’s in this great snarky way.” The play is directed by John Arp, in his second time directing at the theater. Arp is primarily known for his work as an actor, which gives him a unique ap-

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preciation for the talent performing in “Memory.” “We have an incredible group of people and they all have tremendous credits,” he said. “They all bring heartfelt and really funny performances to the show.” Arp also said that one of the benefits of spending the majority of his career as an actor is as a director he is able to know what actors need to draw out good performances. “I know that actors need consistency, but also need to be able to find their own creativity,” he said. “They need to have a sense of what feels good for the character.” Larson said that she uses her own family history and dynamics in creating her character, but it also helps that the play is so well written and structured. “Everyone really runs the full gamut,” she said. “Each sister has a real emotional moment, but then the humor comes back in. It’s kind of a laugh so you don’t cry thing.” For Arp, what stands out about “Memory of Water” is the balance it strikes between comedy and poignancy. “People are going to laugh, but there are some truly lovely moments in there as well,” he said. For tickets and more information, call 303-935-3044 or visit www.minersalley.com.

History Colorado kicks off a summer of exploration of local and national military history at the History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadway, with the opening of “The American Soldier: A Photographic Tribute” on May 25, continuing through Sept. 2. This national traveling exhibition features 116 enlarged photographs that capture images of American soldiers, beginning on the Civil War battlefields in 1861 when the new medium of photography first documented the grim realities of war, to the war in Iraq. “Spanning nine wars, I’ve often wondered what the exhibition photographs have in common,” said exhibition curator Cyma Rubin. “These photographs have power. They have an ability to reach people ... each image has a life of its own.” For complete information, go to www. Conti historycolorado.org.

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Comedy Works South at the Landmark has landed a big fish: Television personality/actor Drew Carey will perform there on June 21 and 22. Show times are at 7:15 and 9:45 p.m. both days. Ticket prices are $26 per person. Advance tickets are available by calling 720-274-6800 or online at www. comedyworks.com.

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Quarters for Kids, the annual event founded by Tammy and the late Noel Cunningham, will continue holding its Conti annual fundraising campaign despite the recent closure of Strings restaurant. Viewhouse Eatery, Bar & Rooftop, a new venture for Lotus Concepts at 2015 Market St., has stepped into the Cunninghams’ sizable shoes to acknowledge the fundraising efforts and honor the children with a private breakfast on May 10. Quarters for Kids is a school-based program where students raise quarters to help provide breakfast for residents at the Volunteers of America Brandon Center for Battered and Homeless Women and their children. Denver Mayor Michael Hancock will recognize the efforts of area students, KOSI-101 radio personality Murphy Huston will emcee the event and Denver Nuggets mascot Rocky will entertain the students. According to VOA legend, 22 years ago Noel discovered — after talking to VOA’s Jim White — that the cost to feed breakfast to a child living in one of Denver’s home shelters was 25 cents. The idea that such a small amount of change could make such a difference motivated Noel to start the Quarters for Kids campaign. While this year’s campaign ended in April, schools and students can plan to participate next April. For more information, go to www.voacolorado.org.

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SUMMER KICKOFF Rep. Tracy Kraft-

Tharp’s annual summer kickoff is from 3-5 p.m. Saturday, June 1, in the backyard gardens at Jane and Bob Banzin’s home, 5630 W. 102nd Place, Westminster. Come enjoy some delicious food and fabulous conversation with your neighbors. A suggested donation is requested. Visit www. tracyforstaterep.com/events-2 to RSVP and for more details.

SENIOR LAW The Jeffco District Attor-

ney’s Senior Law Day, from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 1, offers educational seminars for seniors and adults who may be facing challenges with their aging parents. Jefferson County’s population is aging and this information can change the quality of life for seniors and their adult children. KCNC’s Jim Benemann will emcee. Fee includes breakfast and lunch. The event is at Arvada Covenant Church, 5555 Ward Road. Call 303-271-6970.

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Medical Center presents its National Cancer Survivors Day – Leaves of Hope Run/Walk from 7:30 a.m. to noon Sunday, June 2, at 8300 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge. Events include a survivors’ breakfast, 5K/10K run/walk, free kids dash, 1 mile family fun run, entertainment and exhibition booths. Full event schedule is available at www.leavesofhope.org/event-schedule. Register online by May 31 for discounted fee, www. leavesofhope.org.

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LACROSSE CAMP The Green Mountain boys lacrosse team hosts summer lacrosse camps for all skill levels. The camps are run by the Green Mountain varsity and junior varsity coaches, with help from varsity players. A rookie skills camp for all ages is from 6-8 p.m. Monday, June 3, and Monday, June 10 at the school. All incoming fifth- to eighth-grade players are invited to a skills camp from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 4, to Thursday, June 6, at the school. The camp is designed for those with some experience. All equipment is required for this camp. All incoming ninth- to 12thgraders can play in weekly 7v7 games from 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays in June at the school. Full gear required. For information or to register, visit www.ragingramslax. org; email questions to Nate Hallahan, Green Mountain boys head coach, at hallahan22@yahoo.com. LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 3-6, AUG. 5-8 VOLLEYBALL CAMP Students going

into fourth to eighth grades are invited to Arvada West volleyball camps June 3-6 at Arvada West High School and Aug. 5-8 at Moore Middle School. Contact Debbie Pospisil at dpospisi@jeffco.k12.co.us.

LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 7-9 SOCCERFEST THE Rush Soccer Club invites U7-U9 developmental and recreational soccer teams to its 2013 SoccerFest from June 7-9 at Trailwinds Park in Thornton. To register, visit northarearush.com and click on the “tournaments” link on the left of the page. LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 8 GARDEN TOUR The Conflict Center’s

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Oct.5, 2012, when she disappeared. On Oct. 12 the media reported that remains of Ridgeway’s body had been found in the Leyden area. Austin Sigg, 17 years old at the time, would later contact police and turn himself in for the crime. He made his first court appearance on Oct. 25. District 3 Commissioner Don Rosi-

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Network’s annual retailer convention in San Antonio this month and had made diva-like demands, John Hall with Dish corporate communications took exception to what the insider told me. Here’s what Hall had to say: “Oprah Winfrey graciously accepted our invitation to join our Team Summit retailer convention later this month. We are happy to welcome her to the Dish family to spend some time with employees and retailers from across the country. As partners, Ms. Winfrey, OWN and Discovery have been a pleasure to work with and we look forward to our time together later this month.” So there!

Tuneful summer in Lone Tree

The second season of the outdoor concert series, Tunes on the Terrace, returns this summer at the Lone Tree Arts Center and tickets go on sale May 15.

plans its 13th annual Enchanted Gardens Tour of Northwest Denver from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 8. Attendees may visit more than 20 private, public and community gardens grouped in four neighborhood clusters. In addition, ticket holders will be able to view the lush gardens of the storied Highland’s Garden Café. All proceeds benefit The Conflict Center, a 26-year-old local non-profit agency that promotes and teaches nonviolent conflict management. Children 12 and under are admitted free with a paying adult. Tickets can be purchased on the day of the tour at The Conflict Center, 4140 Tejon St. Advance sales also are available at http://conflictcenter.org/ events-test/garden-tour/.

Wheat Ridge welcomes pub

The Colorado Plus Brew Pub opened May 13 in the old Valente’s Italian Restaurant space in Wheat Ridge. Located at 6995 West 38th Avenue, Colorado Plus will feature 56 Colorado craft beers on tap and a full kitchen. Colorado Plus

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LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 9 MOTORCYCLE RIDE The seventh annual Molly-Dharma Run for Colorado animal shelters is planned for Sunday, June 9. The motorcycle ride will benefit the Intermountain Humane Society. Register at 9 a.m. at The Platte, 5995 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Ride to the IMHS shelter in Pine, 67318 Highway 285, and take a tour (adoptions/donations welcome). End with a party from 1-5 p.m. at T-Bird Roadhouse, 9701 W. 44th Ave., Wheat Ridge. The ride starts at 10:30 a.m. Register online through June 3 at www.Molly-DharmaRun.org. Contact Kirk at kirkzimmerman@comcast.net or 303-548-5123, or Ken at kenmann@ hotmail.com or 303-871-8290. LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 10-14

SUMMER CONCERTS Westminster Promenade’s summer concert series begins Wednesday, June 12, and continues through Aug. 21. All concerts are from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Gazebo at Westminster Promenade. The lineup includes: June 12: The 1950s: The Juke Brothers sock-hop band; June 26: The 1960s: “Woodstock Tribute,” re-creation of the iconic rock festival; July 3: The 1970s: Colorado’s tribute to “The Eagles”; July 17: The 1980s Message in A Bottle, The Police Tribute; Aug. 14: Bella Luna Cirque Show; and Aug. 21: To be announced. Visit thewestminsterpromenade.com LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 15 GARDEN TOUR The Wheat Ridge Garden Tour is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 15. Discover the beauty of Wheat Ridge’s neighborhoods by joining us for our third-annual garden tour. We are presenting 10 exciting gardens, including cottage, contemporary, Xeriscape and everything in between. Purchase tickets on the day of the event at the Wheat Ridge 5-8 School starting at 9 a.m. Proceeds will go to Wheat Ridge charities. LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 17 GOLF TOURNAMENT The 10th annual Jumping Jack golf tournament supporting Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy is June 17 at the Ranch Country Club in Westminster. Parent Project

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school at Mile High Vineyard, is from 6-8:30 p.m. June 10-14 at 5445 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Children ages

er asked the DA if the types of murder cases in Jefferson County were presenting particular challenges. Weir said he was not asking for additional staff funding for the Sigg case at this time, but that he may have to in the future. For comparison Weir referenced the Brunco Eastwood case that created $90,000 in court costs to prosecute. Eastwood, who opened fire on students at Deer Creek Middle School in 2010, plead not guilty by reason of insanity, which required the DA’s of-

With 100-plus subscribers for the 350-seat venue, single tickets will be limited so you better grab them up before they’re gone. You can see six shows for just $85 on the lawn or $110 for reserved eating. Single tickets are priced between $15 and $25. LTAC Executive Director Lisa Rigsby Peterson says, “I don’t think it’s a question of why people subscribe, it’s more why wouldn’t they? We’ve got top talent bringing a variety of concerts in a gorgeous venue.” The Colorado Symphony Orchestra will be one of the top draws, when it performs a tribute to the Boston Pops on July 12. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.LoneTreeArtsCenter. org or call 720-509-1000.

3 through fifth grade are welcome. Visit www.milehighvineyard.org or email vbs@milehighvineyard.org for information on costs.

Muscular Dystrophy is the largest, most comprehensive nonprofit organization in the United States focused on finding a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (Duchenne). To register for tournament call Angela Knight, tournament chairman, at 720-299-6433 or visit www. parentprojectmd.org/jumpingjack. For information about Parent Project MD visit www.ParentProjectMD.org.

LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 17-18 YOUTH AUDITION Northglenn Youth Theatre will host auditions for ages 8-18 for its production of “Twinderella,” the tale of Cinderella’s long lost twin brother. About 30 roles are available. Auditions are from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 17-18, by appointment only, and callbacks are from 9 a.m. to noon June 19. Call 303450-8800 to schedule an appointment. If cast, a fee will be assessed. Parents and cast members will meet at 9 a.m. June 22, and rehearsals will be from 9 a.m. to noon Monday, Wednesday and Friday starting June 24. Performances are at 2 p.m. Aug. 9 and Aug. 11, and 7 p.m. Aug. 9-10. LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 19 ACTIVE MINDS “Franklin Delano Roosevelt,” presented by Active Minds. Reflecting on Roosevelt’s presidency, his biographer commented that FDR “brought the United States through the Great Depression and World War II to a prosperous future. He lifted himself from a wheelchair to lift the nation from its knees.” Join Active Minds as we look at the life and leadership of one of our nation’s most admired presidents and examine how his legacy is currently viewed (for better or worse) through the

fice provide psychological experts to counter that claim. Weir said an insanity defense was a possibility in the Sigg case as well. The state had offered some financial help — up to $75,000 allocated for expert and special witness expenses. Weir, who took over the DA’s office in January, said high-profile cases, complex mental health prosecutions, and heavy caseloads all make it more important for him to retain experienced and skilled staff.

chef Doug Sattem plans to create fresh homemade sausages and gourmet sliders. Colorado Plus will have an outdoor beer garden and an art gallery upstairs featuring Wheat Ridge artist Terry Womble. In June, Colorado Plus plans to open a one-barrel nanobrewery and serve their beers at the eatery. Colorado Plus follows Wheat Ridge’s first beer maker, Brewery Rickoli, which opened last year at 4335 Wadsworth Blvd. Valente’s Italian Restaurant closed in 2008 after 44 years on West 38th Avenue in Wheat Ridge.

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LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 24 YOUTH AUDITION Missoula Children’s Theatre will have auditions Monday, June 24, for ages 6-18 for its musical adaptation of “The Tortoise vs. the Hare” at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive, Northglenn. About 60 roles are available. To audition, you must be able to attend all rehearsals. Check in for auditions is from 9-9:45 a.m., and auditions begin at 10 a.m. and will last for two hours. If cast, a fee will be assessed. Rehearsals will be from 12:30-2 p.m. Monday, June 24; from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 25, and Friday, June 28; from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 29. Performances are at 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday, June 29. LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 28-30, JULY 26-28 CAMP COMFORT Dates for Mt. Evans Home Health & Hospice’s two 2013 Camp Comfort sessions are June 28-30 and July 26-28. This award-winning bereavement camp, located in the Rocky Mountains just west of Denver, is a way for children ages 6-12 to explore their feelings of grief and share memories of their loved ones. The cost to attend Camp Comfort, including all workshops, recreation, meals, snacks, and overnight accommodations, is $150. Scholarships are available based on financial need. For more information, or to receive a brochure, visit www. CampComfort.org or call Mt. Evans at 303-674-6400. Looking Ahead continues on Page 24

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MetroNorth Worship Directory Northglenn United Methodist Church We invite you to join us in worship on Sundays. An inspirational traditional service is offered at 9 AM on Sunday.

There are choirs for every age and musical ability. Small group fellowships that meet weekly and monthly, a licensed pre-school program with a record of 39 plus years of excellence. As well as a Sunday school program for children, youth and adults.

We are located at 1605 W. 106th Ave., Northglenn.

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PRESCHOOLERS GATHERING Primetime for Preschoolers meets 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Anythink Huron St., 9417 Huron St. in Thornton. Admission is free. For more information, call 303-452-7534 or go online to librarianship.

BOOK SIGNING Author Lori Holden, a 1980 graduate of Arvada West High School, has just released “The OpenHearted Way to Open Adoption: Helping Your Child Grow Up Whole,” for families involved in adoption. Lori will sign books from 9-11 a.m. Saturday, June 29, at the Duncan YMCA, 6350 Eldridge St., Arvada. Limited copies will be available onsite. More information, including reviews, can be found at LavenderLuz.com. LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 29-30

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MS RIDE The 2013 Newmont Bike MS, presented by Point B, will take place June 29-30. The ride runs from Front Range Community College in Westminster to Colorado State University in Fort Collins and back. The ride will offer three route options: the traditional route that includes the challenge of Horsetooth Reservoir; a shorter and easier base route that does not include Horsetooth Reservoir; and a Saturday afternoon century option for riders seeking an endurance experience. For information or to sign up, visit www. cureMSco-wy.org. LOOKING AHEAD/JULY 12-13 REUNION/CLASS OF ’73 Highland High

School reunion for the class of 1973 and friends is July 12-13. All classmates from classes 1970 to 1979 are welcome. From 6 p.m. until closing on Friday, July 12, the reunion will be at Rodzillas Roadhouse, 10210 N. Washington, Thornton. On Saturday, July 13, the party will last from 2 p.m. to midnight and features games, food and the Rock Island Band (from 7-10 p.m. ) on 10 acres just north of Thornton. For information, send an email to highlandhighreunion@gmail.com or call 303-900-2873 (voice mail only; leave a message).

LOOKING AHEAD/JULY 17 ACTIVE MINDS “India: A Story of Contrast,” presented by Active Minds. India has the fifth largest economy in the world, yet 25 percent of the population lives below the poverty line. India’s universities produce an educated elite that competes with the best in the world, while more than a quarter of the country remains illiterate. Economic opportunity abounds for the upper class and mean, while the lower classes and most women live a narrow existence. Join Active Minds as we explore these and other contrasts as we seek to understand India and how it fits into the global community.

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meets 1:30-2:15 p.m. Wednesdays at Anythink Huron St., 9417 Huron St. in Thornton. Children ages 3 to 6 years can sing, dance, play games and learn how to play instruments. Registration is required. To register, visit the online calendar at librarianship.For more information, call 303-452-7534.

ONGOING/CLUBS AND SERVICES MONDAYS ADULT SURVIVORS of Childhood

Sexual Abuse Northglenn Women’s Group meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays. WINGS provides therapist-facilitated, peersupport groups in which survivors are believed, accepted and no longer alone. For more information, call 303-283-8660.

DENVER THYROID Cancer Support Group meets7-8:30 p.m. Mondays at Montclair Recreation Center Lowry, 729 Ulster Way. For more information, call 303-388-9948. GRIEF RECOVERY A 12-week Grief Share program meets at 6:30 p.m. each Monday at Arvada Covenant Church, 5555 Ward Road. LA LECHE League of Broomfield meets 10 -11 a.m. the second Monday of the month at Brunner Farm House, 640 Main St. LIFERING SECULAR Recovery meets

at 6 p.m. Mondays at Washington Park United Church of Christ, 400 S. Williams St. This is a nonprofit, abstinence-based peer-support group for recovering alcoholics and addicts. For more information, call 303-830-0358 or go online to www. unhooked.com.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS meets at 7 p.m. Mondays at North Metro Church, 12505 Colorado Blvd. in Thornton. STUDY GROUP Chabad of NW Metro

Denver Jewish Center hosts a thoughtprovoking discussion on the weekly Torah portion. Drawing from the wisdom of the Talmud, Kabbalah and Chassidic Mystical Masters, the study group focuses on the relevance of the bible stories and Torah’s teaching to our modern lives. The class is from 7-8 p.m. Mondays at Chabad, 4505 W. 112 Ave., Westminster. Refreshments

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cation Group meets from 7-9 p.m. on the third Monday of each month at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling St., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033. We meet in Classroom 1. We cover all the information you will need to successfully fix and flip or buy rentals with positive cash flow. We analyze deals as examples, talk about where to get funding, the best ways to find a bargain and sometimes do property tours. Investors of all levels of experience are welcome but no agents please.

TUESDAYS DENVER NORTH Metro Rotary Club meets 7:10 -8:30 a.m. Tuesdays at The Egg & I, 855 Thornton Parkway in Thornton. LET GO and Let God AFG Al-Anon meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 12021 Northaven Circle in Thornton. For more information, visit www.al-anon-co.org. METRO NORTH Chamber Leads Tuesday group meets at 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Lone Star Steakhouse, 237 E. 120th Ave. in Thornton. For more information, call Alan at 720-233-5873. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Group meets at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 3585 W. 76th Ave. in Westminster. For more information, go online to www.nacolorado. org. NEW SWING Swing dancing comes to Thornton 8:30-11 p.m. Tuesdays at Taps and Toes Dance Studio, 12720 N. Colorado Blvd. Beginners are welcome; World Champion Lindy Hop dancers Mark Godwin and Shauna Marble, along with other dancers will provide instruction. Cost is $5. For more information, go online to www.markandshaunaswing.com/ weekly_dances/. NORTHGLENN AFG Al-Anon meets at 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 11385 Grant Drive. For more information, go online to www. al-anon-co.org. NORTHGLENN-THORNTON ROTARY

Club meets at noon Tuesdays at Red Lobster, 1350 W. 104th Ave. in Northglenn. For more information, email NorthglennThorntonRotary@hotmail.com.

NORTHWEST AREA Newcomers and Social Club, serving the women of north Jeffco and northwest Denver metro, meets every meet every fourth Tuesday of the month. For information, place and reservations, call Susan Dittman at 303-673-9266 or Patti Bloomquist at 303-940-7478. NORTH METRO Newcomer and Social Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month for lunch and a program. We welcome all women who would like to meet new friends and find new activities. Call Peggy Frances at 303-215-9627 or Karen Dowling at 303-422-7369. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS meets from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Westminster United Methodist Church, 3585 W. 76th Ave. Contact Laura at 303-428-9293. TAE KWON do Learn self-defense, get a workout and increase self-confidence. Two classes available on Tuesdays and Thursdays through the city of Westminster recreation division: peewees (ages 5-8), from 6:30-7:30 p.m., and ages 9 and up, 6:30-8 p.m. Classes at the MAC, 3295 W. 72nd Ave. Call 303-426-4310. Visit www. hupstaekwondo.com and www.ttatkd. com. TALKING IDEAS Toastmasters Club meets noon-1 p.m. Tuesdays at 10155 Westmoor Drive, Suite 225, in Westminster. For more information, call Mary Taylor at 303-327-1616. TOPS CO 538, a weight-loss support group, meets Tuesdays at St. Martha’s Episcopal Church, 76th and Bradburn. Weigh-in is from 6-6:45 p.m., followed by the meeting. For information, call 303-429-5923. WESTMINSTER OPTIMIST Club

meets at 7 a.m. Tuesdays at the Egg & I, 799 Highway 287, Broomfield. For more information, call John Swanborg at 303466-5631 or email him at jswanborg@ comcast.net.

WEDNESDAYS NORTHGLENN MOOSE Lodge 2166 hosts men’s meeting nights at 8 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 11449 York St., Northglenn. Call 303-457-3391. WOMEN OF the Moose Chapter 644 meet at 7:30 p.m. the first and second Wednesday of each month at 11449 York Street, Northglenn. Call 303-457-3391. A-NAMI (NATIONAL Alliance on Mental Illness-Adams County) meets from 7-9 p.m. 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. ARVADA BIZ Connection (http://www. meetup.com/Arvada-Business-Connection/) is an informal networking event that brings together local entrepreneurs. Meetings are Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at various restaurants in Olde Town Arvada. A $5 fee is collected from each attendee, which is then donated to a local charity at the end of each quarter. The 4th Quarter Charity is the Dan Peak Foundation who assists families in need. http:// danpeakfoundation.webs.com/. For more info call Virlie Walker 720-323-0863. FLATIRONS VIEW Toastmasters meets at 6:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of every month at The Depot at Five Parks, 13810 W. 85th Ave. in Arvada. Polish your speaking and presentation skills in a fun, instructional, nurturing environment. For more information visit http://9407. toastmastersclubs.org/.

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MUSIC TEACHERS Association Suburban Northwest meets from 9:30 a.m. to noon the first Wednesday of the month at Community in Christ Church, 12229 W. 80th Ave., Arvada. Meetings are open to the public and include refreshments, business meeting and program featuring music teaching professionals from around By J the state lecturing on the latest teaching jman developments. ROCKY MOUNTAIN Submarine

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Legacy swimmers eighth at FRL championships Mountain Range’s Clement second in diving By Jonathan Maness

jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com THORNTON — Both Legacy and Mountain Range swim teams will be well represented at the Class 5A state meet. At the Front Range League championships — which were held at the VMAC Friday and Saturday, the Lightning qualified its 200 medley relay team and also a diver, while the Mustangs qualified both their 200- and 400-freestyle relay squads and a diver. Fossil Ridge took first with 768.5 points, edging out Loveland by a half a point, while Fairview was third with 547 points. Legacy (304) finished eighth, Mountain Range (226) was 10th and Horizon (107) was 12th. The Mustangs’ Jonathan Clements qualified for state after finishing second in the diving competition with 338.05 points. Legacy’s Devlin Cortens was third and qualified for state with a score of 321.09. In the 200 medley relay the Lightning finished seventh with a state-cut time of 1 minute, 48.52 seconds. The Mustangs also took seventh in the 200 freestyle relay with a state-qualifying time of 1:32.96. Mountain Range was also eighth in the 400 freestyle relay with a time of 3:27.43. Loveland was first in eight events, including the 100 breaststroke where Nick Hatanaka finished with an automatic AllAmerican time of 55.86. Ryan Ball also finished with an All-American time of 50.30 in the 100 butterfly for Loveland. The 5A state meet will be held in Grand Junction on Friday and Saturday.

Legacy’s Ian Dretzka, back, and Horizon’s Grant Baker, front, compete in the 100 yard backstroke during the Front Range League conference championships on Saturday at the VMAC. Photo by Jonathan Maness

Thornton’s Paiz first in 3200 run at regionals Area tennis players Legacy’s Nun takes come up short at state first in 1600 run By Jonathan Maness

jmaness@ourcoloradonews. com DENVER — Seven different area tennis players qualified for state, but none could get past the dominating competition at state. In Class 5A, Mountain Range’s Katie Kirby lost in openinground No. 1 singles play to Pine Creek’s Nicole Kalhorn 6-1, 6-3. Kristen Kirby, the Mustangs’ No. 2 singles, also fell in the opening round — 7-6, 6-4 to Ralston Valley’s Isabella Melena. Legacy’s No. 1 duo of Jenny Madsen and Shaylie Margrave lost a tough match to Regis Jesuit. The Lightning took the opening set 7-6, but lost the next two 6-3, 6-3. In 4A, Holy Family’s No. 3 singles player Maeve Donovan lost to St. Mary’s Suzy Xiao in the opening round 6-0, 6-0. The Tigers’ No. 3 duo of Kelly Demsey and Kailey Silver-

stein won the opening round in straight sets 6-2, 6-1. However, the duo fell to Niwot in the quarterfinals, 6-4, 4-6, 6-1. Cherry Creek won the 5A state title, while Fossil Ridge was second and Fairview was third. The Bruins also had three first-place finishes; Gloria Son was first at No. 2 singles, while Madeleine Bernstein and Julie Berlinger were first at No. 1 doubles and Morgan Cohen and Mia Hoover were first at No. 2 doubles. Loveland’s Rebecca Weissmann was also first at No. 1 singles, while Katie Li of Fairview was crowned champion at No. 3 singles. Fossil Ridge’s Sam Penhale and Sam Lockwood won the No. 3 doubles division, and Arapahoe’s Callie Nicoulin and Lauren Myers were first at No. 4 doubles. Cheyenne Mountain dominated in 4A, taking first in six of the seven divisions.

By Jonathan Maness

jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com WESTMINSTER — Thornton’s Sean Paiz wasted little time at the EMAC league championships. Paiz won the 3200 meter run, and helped the Trojans’ 4x800 relay team finish first. Paiz won the 3200 with a time of 10 minutes, 9.69 seconds, edging out teammate Mario Vielma by 20 seconds. Thornton’s Joshua Joseph was also third in the event. The three runners teamed up with Nikola Denev to take first in the 4x800 with a time of 8:12.75. Vielma was also second in the 1600, followed by Denev and Paiz. Thornton’s Alec Aguilar was third in the 110 hurdles. Team-wise Thornton boys were third, while the Trojans’ girls were

fifth. Westminster girls were eighth, while the boys were 10th. Northglenn boys were ninth, while the girls were 10th. Brighton won the boys side and Rangeview took first on the girls side. Westminster girls were second in the 4x100, while Thornton was third. The Wolves were also third in the 4x400. Northglenn boys were third in the 4x800 and Keith Pham was second in the discus throw for the Norse.

FRONT RANGE LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIPS

Melanie Nun took first in the 1600 to lead Legacy at the FRL championships on May 10. Nun took first with a time of 5:08.76, the Lightning’ boys also took first in the 4x200 with a time of 1:28.76. Legacy boys and girls were ninth in the team standings, while Horizon girls were 11th and the boys

were 12th. Mountain Range boys were 11th and girls were 12th. Emma Gee was third in the 800, while Christine Emory was third in the triple jump. Connor Watkins was fourth in the pole vault, while David Koenig was fourth in the 300 hurdles. Mountain Range boys were third in the 4x100, while Autumn Gardner was third in the high jump for the Mustangs. Horizon’s Shane Miller was third in the 400, while Megan Mooney was fifth in the 800 and Gabrielle Penaflor was fifth in the 300 hurdles. Josh Stamos was also fifth in the 3200 for the Hawks.

JEFFCO LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIPS:

Marcena Day was second in the high jump for Standley Lake. The Gators’ boys were also third in the 4x800 and Marcus Washington was third in the high jump. Standley Lake girls and boys were each 16th at the meet.

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Holy Family’s Taylor Johnson battles Academy’s Ari Vasquez (9) and Mackenzie Szczepanski (16) during the Tigers’ 3-0 win over The Academy on Saturday in the second round of the Class 3A state soccer playoffs.

Killian leads No. 2 Lightning past Lobos No. 8 Holy Family tops rival Academy By Jonathan Maness

jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com WESTMINSTER — Junior Kelsey Killian scored two goals to help No. 2 Legacy beat Rocky Mountain 2-1 in the second round of

Legacy’s Kelsey Killean tries to score during the Lightning’ second-round game against Rocky Mountain on Saturday. Killean scored both of Legacy’s goals to help the Lightning top the Lobos 2-1. Photos by Jonathan Maness

the Class 5A state playoffs on Saturday. Killian found the back of the net in the 21st minute to give the Lightning a 1-0 advantage at the half. She added her second goal early in the second half to advance Legacy’s lead to two goals. Rocky Mountain made things interesting late. The Lobos’ Mackenzie Gar-

ske scored to cut the Lightning lead to one goal. Rocky Mountain had a couple of chances to tie it late, but Legacy’s Samantha Privett kept the Lobos from scoring a goal. “We made it a little harder than it had to be,” Legacy coach David Castro said. “Being here for one more round is big. We will

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be up for the challenge.” Kaylee Kennedy and Michaela Vadeboncoeur each had assists for the Lightning. The Lightning beat Adams City 3-0 on May 8 in the opening round of the state playoffs. Killian, Ariana Jimenez and Lauren Cook all scored for Legacy (15-2 overall). Legacy faced Cherry Creek Wednesday. Last season the Lightning lost in the quarterfinals to Fort Collins, 4-2.

No. 9 Holy Family rolled to a 3-0 win over No. 8 The Academy on Saturday in the second round of the 3A state playoffs. The Wildcats, who came into the game with a nearly perfect 13-0-1 record, couldn’t stay with the more aggressive Tigers. Maddie Kuzik scored two first-half goals, and Kendall Russell added another in the second half to cruise to the victory. Holy Family faced The Classical Academy on Wednesday in the quarterfinals. The Academy topped James Irwin 3-0 in the opening round on May 10, Allie Falagrady, Ariyona Loera and Raeanne Sanchez all scored for the Wildcats. The Tigers topped Resurrection Christian 7-0 in the first round on May 10.

GATORS KNOCKED OUT IN FIRST ROUND

No. 23 Standley Lake lost in the opening round of the 5A playoffs on May 8, falling 5-1 to No. 10 Cherry Creek. The Gators scored their lone goal in the opening half, while the Bruins scored three in the first and two in the second. Standley Lake (9-5-2) finished the regular season

Holy Family’s Domi Giron kicks the ball away during the Tigers’ 3-0 win over The Academy on Saturday in the second round of the Class 3A state soccer playoffs. fourth in the always tough Jeffco League with a 5-2-1 league record. Senior Shelby McBrain scored a team-high 11 goals for the Gators this season.

SKYVIEW FALLS TO VALOR CHRISTIAN

The Wolverines’ impressive season came to a disappointing end on May 9 when No. 29 Skyview lost to fourth-seeded Valor Christian 5-0.

The Eagles scored two goals in the first half, and added three more in the second half to cruise to the first-round victory. Skyview (13-2) finished the season by outscoring its foes 100-11; eight of those goals came in the Wolverines two losses. Senior Jazmyne Escobar led Skyview with 27 goals and 21 assists, Brenda Vazquez also had 24 goals for the Wolverines.

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Baseball roundup: Holy Family wins District 4 Northglenn falls to Chaparral By Jonathan Maness

jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com BROOMFIELD — The Holy Family baseball team is getting hot at the right time. Since falling to Faith Christian, the Tigers have won 10 in a row, including sweeping the District 4 tournament on Saturday — topping Roaring Fork 12-2 and St. Mary’s 11-0. “We played well,” Holy Family coach Marc Cowell said. “The hitting has been an approach we’ve been working on since the Faith Christian doubleheader and the guys have done a great job with that approach.” Since the loss to the Eagles, Holy Family has outscored its opponents 138-28. And on Saturday the Tigers bats were hot — making quick work of their opponents.

Three Holy Family batters homered against Roaring Fork. Matt Erb and Devlin Granberg each sit solo home runs — Erb in the first and Granberg in the third. Jacob Tinnon hit a two-run home run in the second. Austin Brown earned the win on the mound for the Tigers, striking out eight batters and allowing one hit and two runs. The Tigers didn’t let up against St. Mary’s, scoring seven runs in the second and adding four more in the fourth. Erb also had a solo shot in the second game and finished the day going 4-5 with four runs and three RBIs. Tinnon was 5-5 with four runs and three RBIs, while Granberg was 2-5 with four runs and 2 RBIs. Zach Trombley gave up only three hits in five innings and didn’t allow a run to get the win against the Pirates.

NORTHGLENN FALLS TO CHAPARRAL

No. 15 Northglenn (16-4) had its season come to an end on Saturday, falling 10-0 to No. 2-seeded Chaparral. The Wolverines scored eight runs in the second to cruise by the Norse. Northglenn topped No. 18 Legacy in the opening round, scoring three runs in the first and adding three more in the sixth. The Lightning’s lone run came in the second after Devin Payne got on base with a double and scored on Wyatt Cross’ single. The Norse won the EMAC league title after going a perfect 9-0 in league play. Senior Jacob Saunders had a team-high 30 hits for the Norse, while Pedro Montes finished the season with 20 RBIs to lead Northglenn. Senior Jakob Bublitz led Legacy (13-6)

with 22 hits and 17 RBIs.

GATORS GET KNOCKED OUT BY NO. 1 LOBOS

No. 16 Standley Lake (12-9) couldn’t knock off top-seeded Rocky Mountain, falling 19-0 to the Lobos in the second round of the playoffs on Saturday. The Gators did beat Arapahoe in the opening round of the playoffs 7-4 to advance to the second round. Matt Fujinami led Standley Lake with 29 hits, 14 RBIs and 10 doubles.

FAITH CHRISTIAN TOPS ACADEMY

The Wildcats postseason was short lived, falling 11-1 to No. 2 Faith Christian on Saturday. The Academy’s (8-9) lone run came in the fourth, while the Eagles scored in five of six innings — including scoring three runs in both the fourth and sixth innings.

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