Estes Park News, April 28, 2023

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Benno Hunziker, is a Swiss photographer that has been coming to Estes Park for more than 20 years. He’s been capturing the wildlife and beauty of the Estes Valley and the Rocky Mountains for just that long and considers Estes his second home

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Visit The May 2023 Safety Fair For Family Fun And Education

apparatus including a bomb robot, medical evacuation helicopters, dive rescue apparatus and more. Agency representatives will be on hand for demonstrations and to answer any questions attendees may have. Other local agencies currently signed up to participate include the Estes Valley Fire Protection District, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Rocky Mountain National Park, and Larimer County Sheriff.

Election Dos And Don’ts For Voting In The Special Districts Elections

• Do place only one Special District ballot in the matching envelope for that district.

• Don’t place any more than one ballot in the envelope (or all will be rejected).

• Do sign the envelope.

Kids and adults are invited to the annual Estes Park Public Safety Fair Saturday, May 13, sponsored by the Estes Park Police Department. This fun, family event takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Estes Park Event Center located at 1125 Rooftop Way. Estes Park Police Officers will be serving free hamburgers, hot dogs, snacks and beverages, donated by local businesses, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for all attendees.

More than 20 regional public safety agencies will converge on Estes Park for the Safety Fair, bringing equipment and

Local businesses have generously donated door prizes, including movie tickets and bowling games. Families can enter to win free giveaways from the Estes Park Police Department. Children can register to win one of multiple bikes to be given away at 1 p.m.

Donations provided by Walmart, Reel Mountain Theater, The Bull Pin Bowling and Sports Bar, Estes Park Rent All, Ice of Estes Park, Safeway, El Mex-Kal Family Mexican, Poppy’s and McDonald’s. For more information or to make a donation to the Safety Fair, please call Officer Paul Mieszala, event coordinator, at 970-577-3837.

Volunteers Needed For Spring Estes Park Clean Up Day On Saturday, April 29

Are you discouraged when you see trash along Estes Park’s roadsides and trails? If so, we have a plan to return these sites to their natural beauty, and we need your help.

On Saturday, April 29, the Town of Estes Park will hold the annual spring cleanup event and send all of this trash to the Larimer County Landfill. We will meet at 9 a.m. in the parking lot on the east side of the Visitor’s Center for route assignments and orange bags. Each route is designed to require about 1 ½ hours to clean up.

We recommend that you wear a longsleeved shirt, long pants, sturdy footwear, work gloves, and bring sun protection, hand sanitizer and tick spray. Bring a friend and it will go twice as fast! Quickly you should see orange bags popping up all over Town. After noon,

Town of Estes Park workers will pick them all up and deliver them to the marina, where Rocky Mountain Dumpsters will take care of the rest.

The cleanup committee is thankful to the Town, the Rotary Club of Estes Park, Rocky Mountain Dumpsters, and the EVRPD for their assistance.

Several groups have already signed up, but we still need more volunteers! There is no need to sign up in advance -- just show up on Saturday morning. In case of inclement weather, please come and pick up a route and orange bag and do your pick-up at your earliest convenience.

We thank you for your participation in this valuable community event. For more information, please contact Tara Moenning at tara@aspenbrookinvestments.com.

• Do add a first-class stamp to the envelope.

• Do mail the ballot using the envelope that was mailed to you for that ballot. Instead of mailing your ballot, you may drop off your ballot at these specific locations by 7:00 p.m. on Election Day, May 2nd:

• Park Hospital District: Estes Park Health, (the hospital), 555 Prospect Avenue

• Estes Valley Fire Protection District 901 N. Saint Vrain Ave.

• Recreation and Park District The Recreation Center 660 Community Drive

• Upper Thompson Sanitation District 2196 Mall Rd.

Contact voterservice@ lwv-estespark.org for general election questions.

Community Yard Sale Saturday, April 29

There will be a Community Yard Sale held on Saturday, April 29th – weather permitting.

Set-up will be at 7 a.m. and then it will be open the public from 8 a.m. until 12 noon.

The sale will be held at the Estes Park Masonic Lodge – 1820 S. St. Vrain Ave. Spaces (10 x 15) are for rent for $20.00 to sell your merchandise. (Includes one eight foot banquet table and two chairs, but you can also bring your own tables). Call 970-577-8585 for information.

Teacher Appreciation Week Is

May 8-12

teacher or staff member will be acknowledged with a Certificate Of Appreciation. The certificate will include the name of the family/student making the donation and a short statement of why they are valued. Multiple acknowledgments may be made if you would like to donate at least $10 per teacher/staff member.

Donations will be accepted through Wednesday, May 10th Teachers/staff members will receive their Certificate of Appreciation on Friday, May 12th

Please visit www.epeducationfoundation.org to find out more. You may also contact EPEF at info@epeducationfoundation.org or call Gayla at (302) 542-8577.

Show appreciation for an EPSD Teacher or Staff Member with a Certificate Of Appreciation that includes a comment on why they are special and a donation to the Estes Park Education Foundation in the teacher/staff member’s name.

National Teacher Appreciation Week is May 8th-12th. The Estes Park Education Foundation (EPEF) invites you to show your appreciation for Estes Park School District teacher(s) or staff member(s) who have made a difference to an Estes Park student by donating to EPEF in their name.

100% of all donations will go to the “Teacher and Staff Support” pillar of EPEF. Last year’s (2022) successful campaign enabled EPEF to provide an appreciation lunch to all teachers and staff! With each donation of $10 or more, your chosen Estes Park School District

EVFPD firefighters generally respond to medical calls in their personal vehicles, allowing for a faster response. On other incidents, firefighters respond to a fire station to respond in department apparatus with specialized equipment.

During the week of April 16, the Estes

The mission of the Estes Park Education Foundation is to inspire community investment in exemplary student learning experiences today to develop our citizens of tomorrow. EPEF strives to provide seamless unity between the community and the students and teachers of the Estes Park School District in supporting the journey of our students to graduate to be responsible and successful citizens. To learn more about EPEF please visit www.epeducationfoundation.org. Additionally, EPEF is an all-volunteer working board that currently has an opening for a director on its board. If you are passionate about education and want to make a difference in a direct, tangible way, please contact EPEF at info@epeducationfoundation.org.

Thank you for your generosity in supporting the incredible teachers and staff of the Estes Park School District.

Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) responded to 8 calls for service. This included:

• Alarm Activation: 4

• Motor Vehicle Crash (MVC): 1

• Illegal Burn: 1

• Assist- 2

The charge(s) are merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

On 4/21/2023 at 3:23 p.m. police stopped a 50 year old male driver in the 600 block of Community Drive for a traffic violation. The male was found to be wanted on a warrant for a misdemeanor traffic offense from Colorado State Patrol. The male was charged and later released on personal recognizance bond.

On 4/22/2023 at 11:50 a.m. police were called to 200 block of Virginia Drive on a report of an assault. On scene, police contacted a 41 year old Estes Park male and charged him with 3rd degree assault, 2nd degree assault on a Peace Officer –simple assault, criminal attempt to commit a class five or six felony, criminal mischief under $299, obstructing a Peace Officer and resisting arrest. The male was arrested and transported to the Larimer County Jail.

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Community Invited To Pick Up Free Ponderosa Pine Saplings April 29

The Town of Estes Park will give away 500 free Ponderosa Pine saplings to celebrate Arbor Day 2023. This distribution event takes place outside the Estes Valley Library, 335 E. Elkhorn Ave., on Saturday, April 29, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. or while supplies last.

Trees will be given on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limit of two

trees per person. Care instructions for the Ponderosa Pine saplings will be provided on a handout. Support for this event comes from Platte River Power Authority, which donated the funds for the saplings, and the Estes Valley Library, which is hosting event.

For more information, please contact Brian Berg, Public Works Parks Supervisor, at 970-577-3783 or bberg@estes.org.

Town Of Estes Park Offers Food Tax Refunds To Qualified Residents

During May 2023

Each year, the Town of Estes Park offers refunds of sales tax paid on food items to qualified residents. Applicants must have lived within the boundaries of the Estes Valley Recreation and Park District during the entire 12 months of 2022. Applicants should be resident families with dependent children under the age of 18 in 2022; residents who are disabled and received disability income in 2022; or, residents who were at least 65 years of age in 2022. Income qualifications and complete details will be available at www.estes.org/finance.

Food tax refund applications will be

available starting May 1, 2023, in the vestibule outside the Police Department entrance at Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Ave., from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and at www.estes.org/finance. Applications will be accepted through May 31, 2023. Along with the completed application, certain applicants must provide copies of proof of residency and income, and any other required documents. The requirements are explained in the application. For more information, please visit www.estes.org/finance or call the Finance Department at 970-586-5331, ext. 0.

EPH Ballot Box Is Waiting For Your Vote

Most registered voters in the Park Hospital District in the Estes Valley have received their ballots for the May 2nd election for the Board of Directors and Ballot Issue 8A.

As always, you are welcome to mail in your vote. If, however, you would like to place it in a box directly, we have placed a ballot box in the entry way to our lobby at the front of the hospital. You have until 7 p.m. on May 2 to cast your ballot.

This election is important. Estes Park Health wants as many people to vote as possible.

If you have not received a ballot and need a replacement ballot, please contact Deputy Designated Elections Official Rachel Ryan at EPH at rryan@eph.org. You can also call Rachel at 970-577-4470.

The ballot measure – which would not raise taxes — would authorize the Board to enter a multiple year financial obligation that would be part of any affiliation agreement. Estes Park Health is in discussions with other healthcare organizations about enhanced affiliation. Approval of this ballot measure in May would enable these discussions to move forward to agreement.

“We believe increased affiliation with a larger healthcare organization will occur at some point in the future,” said Estes Park Health Board Chairman David Batey. “Estes Park Health leadership is taking an active role in negotiating a future affiliation that accomplishes our goals. We remain committed to providing excellent health care services that

will address our community’s health care needs for years into the future.”

Ballot Language

The ballot language is as follows: “Without imposing any new tax or increasing any tax rate, shall Park Hospital District, doing business as Estes Park Health, be authorized to enter into one or more agreements, constituting a multiple fiscal year financial obligation within the meaning of Article X, Section 20(4)(b) of the Colorado Constitution, with one or more nonprofit healthcare providers concerning the ownership, operation, and maintenance of all or any portion of the District’s hospital and other healthcare and related facilities and assets, including the lease or other conveyance from the District of real and personal property, and to pledge all or any portion of the District’s revenues pursuant to such agreements?”

EPH Board of Directors election is also May 2

Six people are running for three seats on the Estes Park Health Board of Directors on the May 2 ballot. Incumbent Board members Steve Alper and Bill Pinkham are running for re-election. Four other people from the community are also on the ballot to win one of the four-year terms on the board. Those self-nominated candidates include Cory Workman, John Meissner, Todd Nardi and Brigitte Foust.

For more information about the ballot issue, log on to eph.org/about-us/boardof-directors/may-2023-board-election.

Village Thrift Shop Grant To Community Garden By Estes Valley Community Garden Board

This week the Estes Valley Community Garden received a very generous grant from the Village Thrift Shop. We are excited to announce that this funding will allow us to move forward with our “Gardening Opportunities for Seniors” program.

With this funding we will convert another group of garden plots to the taller height, specifically for seniors. The taller frames eliminate the need to get down on hands and knees and get back up again, and coincidentally will give some defense against the continuing Wyoming ground squirrel munching.

Thank you, Village Thrift Shop and everyone who donates to the shop or purchases items there – this support is why they are able to fund so many projects each year for so many Estes Park nonprofits.

More good news: Estes Valley Community Garden still has some plots available for the 2023 season. If you are interested, go to www.evcg.org and follow the "Get

a Plot" link. You will find an application form that can be emailed directly to us.

You too could have one of the 4'x 10' plots and enjoying a harvest of vegetables, small fruits, or flowers in the coming summer.

The $60 annual fee covers support services, including irrigation and compost for topping off in spring. We try to arrange sponsorships that cover the cost of a plot for those who are unable to afford the annual fee. To apply for sponsorship, just check the box, “I qualify for a sponsorship” using the income guidelines listed on the application form.

If you are interested in sponsoring one or more plots, please contact us at evcg@evcg.org.

For more information about the Estes Valley Community Garden or to apply for a plot, visit our website at www.evcg.org, or email the Board at evcg@evcg.org.

My Favorite Plants With Joan Sapp

The next EP Garden Club Meeting will be May 8 at 10:30 a.m. at the Estes Valley Library, Hondius Room. The speaker will be Joan Sapp, a local gardening enthusiast and landscape designer who will talk about some of her favorite plants, why she uses them, and how she grows them. There will be time for questions.

Joan has twenty years of Estes Park gardening experience, developing her own

home grounds, and assisting others through her landscape business. She arrived in Estes Park in 1999 with a passion for horticulture, a degree in landscape architecture, knowledge of Colorado's natural ecosystems, and sixteen years of Front Range gardening experience. And yet, she found herself unprepared for the challenging circumstances of growing plants in Estes Park. Like most avid gardeners, she was up for a challenge, and so over the years she learned plants and planting methods that work in Estes Park.

Join us as we learn from her gardening success. Everyone is welcome!

Estes Park Garden Club Meeting

Monday, May 8, 2023

Estes Valley Library, Hondius Room 10:30 – 11:45 a.m.

Longs Peak Reunion Seeking Donations

Longs Peak Reunion, a historic preservation group founded by the late Jim Detterline in 1991, is seeking donated items for its upcoming concert and silent auction May 19th at the American Legion Hall. Donations can be goods or services. All donations will be acknowledged, unless specifically noted.

Proceeds from the silent auction will pay for the upcoming Longs Peak Reunion weekend, August 18th-August 20th. For more information on Longs Peak Reunion, check out Longs Peak Reunion 2023 Facebook page, or the official website at longspeakreunion.com.

To schedule a pick up donation, please call 303-949-5964.

Connie Leavitt, Village Thrift Shop Board President, hands their very generous check to Estes Valley Community Garden Board President Claire Hanson. Courtesy photo

Upper Thompson Sanitation District Is Aging And We Need To Care For It

By: Jack Reed, Chairman of the Board of Directors, UTSD

The Estes Valley has been my home for twenty-one years. My wife, Jacquelyn, and I moved here for the values our entire community shares, the pristine natural surroundings, and generous people. We have been through a lot in the last decade: devastating flooding, wildfire evacuations, and a global pandemic. Through thick and thin, our neighbors come together for the good of our town and our environment. That is why we make this place our home and why I have chosen a path in public service as the Chairman of the Board of Directors for Upper Thompson Sanitation District. We are your neighbors and are also District customers.

District staff works hard every day to make sure that our toilets flush and our sinks drain, a service that is key to our quality of life. The complex and technical process cleans our wastewater and returns treated water to the Big Thompson River. As we look to a future where water is one of our most precious and scarce resources, this reclamation process is critical to the wellbeing of our community, our wildlife, and our environment.

The District is facing an uncertain future as the infrastructure has not been significantly updated since the 1970s. It is aging, costly to maintain and will be unable to comply with future water regulations. The current infrastructure will not be able to continue to service our community in the future.

This is a moment where the Upper Thompson Sanitation District community must come together – the way we

Estes Valley Model Railroaders May Meeting

have seen time and time again. The District has been planning and designing a new Water Reclamation Facility since 2011 that will serve our community for future generations with modern technology and cost-effective service. But this is a huge and expensive undertaking, and District leadership is looking at every option to make this project as affordable as possible.

The District is funded entirely by customer fees, not taxes. Customers pay for sewer service and the District delivers. We have not historically collected taxes making the District reliant solely on customer fees to fund the project. The District’s revenue streams are limited and one of the tools that can help reduce the financial burden on customers is support of Ballot Issue A, which eligible electors of the District will be voting on at the May 2nd Special District Election. Passage of this ballot initiative will allow the District to be unrestricted in the receipt of grants and loans to help fund the new Water Reclamation Facility.

As a customer of the District and Chairman of the Board of Directors, I ask you to vote YES on Ballot Issue A on May 2nd, so that Upper Thompson Sanitation District can economically sustain reliable service and protect the environment that we value for generations to come.

The Estes Valley Model Railroaders will have their May meeting on Wednesday, May 3 starting at 6:00 p.m. at the Estes Valley Library in the Hondius Room. Members are encouraged to come to this important meeting as we begin our marketing, planning and organizing effort for the September Rails in the Rockies Model Railroad Show.

Anyone interested in model railroading, trains and modeling are welcome to join us. If you have any questions about our organization, please contact us at info@railsintherockies.org.

The Rarer Action

“Refuse to despair.” Anais Nin

Blown up in 1967 Vietnam, B.T. lost his right arm and left leg, leading to eighteen months in a hospital and years in physical therapy. When I met him ten years later the former Green Beret sported a wooden prosthesis and a metal hook, had earned his law degree, and was the Governor’s legislative lobbyist. His brash, wickedly irreverent New York Irish charm and endless generosity of spirit endeared him to legislators, with whom he caroused nightly in local saloons while he lobbied them for votes. We were born in the same year, and he was my boss in the California Conservation Corps. B.T. challenged everyone he met to donate blood and vote. He made hundreds of birthday calls each year and regularly wrote notes to parents lauding a son’s or daughter’s recent achievement. Giving back was his way of life.

“The rarer action is in virtue than in vengeance.”

Shakespeare,

THE TEMPEST

One day I overheard him say to a legislator on the telephone, “I will leave this job with my integrity intact.” That unadorned assertion stays with me, and my world is better because of B.T. Collins, who was serving in the California State Assembly when he died of a massive coronary in 1993. His life is a reminder that, despite overwhelming setbacks, we can lead lives of significance. Sacrifice taught him that every day is a gift, and he was determined to earn and fill each twenty-four hours. Too many of today’s local loudmouths and interstate instigators hypocritically dissemble and pander to base instincts through breathless sensationalism, fact-free opinions, fear and hysteria. B.T. Collins stands in sharp contrast to self-aggrandizing decibel theorists who pursue narrow personal power. His perennial questions were, “What are you doing for others?” and “Is the world a better place because you were there?”

“The thing about democracy, beloveds, is that it is not neat, orderly, or quiet. It requires a certain relish for confusion.”

Molly Ivins

Democracy in America is a noisy, messy roller coaster in which imperfect human beings struggle to secure the aspirational “more perfect union” envisioned by fallible human beings two hundred and fifty years ago. Too frequently, Americans argue dangerously over female bodily autonomy, gender

identity, race relations, deadly viruses, gun culture, national borders, voter suppression, corruption in high offices, the future of the planet and more. Questions arise repeatedly, including: Who gets to be an American? How may we protect the planet for posterity? When will we live in racial harmony? How much weaponry is “sufficient” for one person? Do we want as many voters as possible or as few as possible? What’s the best way to raise and educate our young?

“Hypocrisy is the homage vice pays to virtue.” La Rochefoucauld

The hair-trigger anger that has fueled too many recent incidents of violence did not arise in a vacuum; it continues to be nourished by hypocritical individuals who lack “a decent respect to the opinions of mankind.” The noisy few, passionately proclaiming a virtue belied by their actions, view politics as a noholds-barred blood sport, espousing a “rule or ruin” mentality and disdaining the overwhelming majority of Americans who simply want food on the table, decent living conditions, safe communities, roads repaired and breathable air.

“While democracy in the long run is the most stable form of government, in the short run, it is among the most fragile.”

Madeleine Albright

What can responsible citizens do? How do “We, the People” balance our “unalienable rights” of “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness” against the responsibility to respect the rights, beliefs and opinions of others, however odious they may be? How do we exemplify “the rarer action?” It begins by choice inside each individual, and Brien Thomas Collins’ life offers guidance as we strive to evolve and maintain our integrity.

Yale Law’s Stephen Carter wrote a book titled INTEGRITY, in which he proposed a deceptively humble three-part definition: Discern. Act. Speak. Put simply, we must differentiate right from wrong and then act on that insight. But integrity is not complete, according to Carter, unless we affirm reasons for our actions. Why did you choose to act as you did? Tell the world why you chose the “rarer action” of virtue.

“Virtues are acquired through endeavor, which rests wholly upon yourself. So, to praise others for their virtues can but encourage one’s own efforts.”

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Thomas Paine

Most years since 2010 I have hosted a poetry salon during April which hath thirty days and was designated National Poetry Month in 1996. At the salon, a small group of mostly poetry enthusiasts gather and recite poems to one another. A few of the poems are originals, others are classics, some are childhood favorites, and one or two are memorized.

At this year’s gathering, several folks read or recited Mary Oliver poems.

Oliver’s observations, shared through her unadorned language, resonate with many. You may relate to this Mary Oliver poem or you may recognize that you’re not there yet:

Storage

When I moved from one house to another there were many things I had no room for. What does one do? I rented a storage space. And filled it. Years passed. Occasionally I went there and looked in, but nothing happened, not a single twinge of the heart.

As I grew older the things I cared about grew fewer, but were more important. So one day I undid the lock and called the trash man. He took everything.

I felt like the little donkey when his burden is finally lifted. Things!

Burn them, burn them! Make a beautiful fire! More room in your heart for love, for the trees! For the birds who own nothing–the reason they can fly.

Although the next Oliver poem is about violets, it brings up memories of picking dandelions as a young girl and giving them to my mother:

Children, It’s Spring

And this is the lady

Whom everyone loves, Ms. Violet

in her purple gown

Or, on special occasions, A dress the color

Of sunlight. She sits

In the mossy weeds and waits

To be noticed.

She loves dampness. She loves attention.

She loves especially

To be picked by careful fingers, Young fingers, entranced

By what has happened

To the world.

We, the older ones, Call it Spring,

And we have been through it

Many times.

But there is still nothing

Like the children bringing home

Such happiness

In their small hands.

It is easy to fall into a pattern of life as mundane, routine, familiar. In the next poem, Oliver breaks away from the uninteresting; expressing a desire to keep company with those who see beauty in the smallest of wonders.

Mysteries, Yes!

Truly, we live with mysteries too marvelous to be understood.

How grass can be nourishing in the mouths of the lambs.

How rivers and stones are forever in allegiance with gravity while we ourselves dream of rising. How two hands touch and the bonds will never be broken.

How people come, from delight or the scars of damage, to the comfort of a poem.

Let me keep my distance, always, from those who think they have the answers.

Let me keep company always with those who say "Look!" and laugh in astonishment, and bow their heads.

It is special when someone offers an original verse, or one written by a friend. Rosemary shared this poem, written by her friend Ann Hochscheid. It has a ring of familiarity for more and more of us as we age: One

Living alone is one.

One coffee mug in the morning, One “Sleepy Time” tea bag at night. One — not two — recliners; a newspaper, just for me.

No cat, no dog, no litter box or walks on rainy days.

I arise at my leisure, not at a creature’s need.

A single pair of slippers beside my bed, One terry robe on a golden brass hook, Atop my night stand, one book.

A solitary toothbrush in a bathroom glass, Toothpaste, mine alone, uncapped if I wish.

Living alone is one.

I am not lonely.

Charley also shared a poem written by a long-time friend. J. Harry Jones wrote this while thinking of his wife: Bedtime

She was almost always there ahead of him, but when he finally crawled into bed at night, the first thing he would do was reach for her right hand. Sometimes it was there within easy reach.

other times, if it wasn’t, and if she were even half awake she would reach down so he could take that hand and gently squeeze it, and she would squeeze his hand in return.

That, what they had laughingly agreed at the age of 91, was their “old people’s sex. ”

As in their younger days, it was enough.

And he softly squeezed those sweet fingers, again, again, and drifted off to sleep feeling blessed.

Feeling so very much in love with that precious wife who had lain beside him for for so many years.

Poetry speaks to us on all sorts of levels. If none of these have touched you, perhaps something shorter will agree with you. This poem, with an anonymous author, was read by Debbie at the poetry salon: Fallen leaf in my hand, a tree walks with me.

You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com.

© 2023 Sarah Donohoe

Estes Park Recycles For A Healthy Planet

Estes Park Health is doing its part to protect the planet. EPH has been formally recycling since 2014 when a department leader who was overseeing Dietary and Environmental Services said it was time.

All common recyclables including cardboard, aluminum, recyclable plastic, and paper (when appropriate) are placed in the correct bins and sent away.

Any paper that has a level of confidentiality to it is sealed in containers, but all other paper is recycled.

Most bulk recycling at Estes Park Health is cardboard. Many of our supplies are delivered to us bound up in cardboard. EPH has a 15-yard roll-off dumpster that gets picked up each week by Waste Management. That dumpster is 50% - 70% full each week.

The Materials department also recycles computer toner cartridges.

As we celebrate Earth Day in April (April 22), we encourage everyone in Estes Park to be aware and support environmental protection around the world.

Calling All Business Owners

The Estes Park High School Senior Picnic parent committee is asking for small donations from business owners in the form of gift cards. These gift cards will be given away as prizes to our graduating seniors at the Senior Picnic on May 18, 2023.

If you our your business would like to donate, please email EPHSseniors23@gmail.com and provide your name and the best way to contact you and someone from the parent committee will reach out to you.

Thank you for considering a small donation and let's congratulate our graduating seniors of 2023!

All common recyclables including cardboard, aluminum, recyclable plastic, and paper (when appropriate) are placed in the correct bins and sent away. Photo by Wendy Rigby

Food and Family Fun: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Next Friday

The Cinco de Mayo fiesta in Estes Park is just one week away. This year’s event is on Friday, May 5 from 6 to 10 p.m. As always, this free event is a welcoming opportunity for all our community to join together. This year’s celebration takes place at the Estes Park Event Center at Stanley Fairgrounds.

Cinco de Mayo is a day to celebrate with each other as one community—and to appreciate what has been given to us, before the busy season begins. Everyone deserves a break, and together we can say, “Viva Estes Park, 2023!”

Come and enjoy a delicious Mexican meal prepared by Mountain Home Cafe Restaurant, for all ages. The festive Folkloric dancers will be there to entertain everyone. Adults (21 and over) can also enjoy a mini margarita from our wonderful open bar.

Parents and caregivers are encouraged to bring their kids to this safe family event. Do your kids have traditional Mexican attire in their closets?

If so, come dressed up. But if not, no stress— just come as you are.

Families can enjoy a full range of cultural activities— including a face painting table, balloon twisting, a library activity table, a chance to build a giant USA floor map with Celeste, and a giant bouncy house.

Memories like these are precious, and something no one can take away. At the finale, let’s hit the dance floor with the new band from Longmont, Basilon Lagunero. We’ll see you all there!

Cinco de Mayo is made possible by the major sponsorship of Mountain Home Cafe, whose staff will again be serving this year’s food. The event would also not be possible without the assistance of several major partners: Crossroads Ministry, the Town of Estes Park, the Bank of Estes Park, Bank of Colorado, the Estes Park School District, and the Estes Valley Library. Special thanks goes to the supportive staff of all these organizations.

Cash donations are welcome at the event, but not required. We are sharing donations with cancer survivor Luis Varela, in memory of our Sadie: “we miss you! ”

Everyone is encouraged to save the date of May 5 and join in the spirit of community for Cinco de Mayo.

Comida y Diversión Familiar: Celebra el Cinco de Mayo el Próximo Viernes

Falta una semana para el Cinco de

Mayo fiesta en Estes Park. El evento de este año es el viernes 5 de mayo de 6 a 10 p.m. Como siempre, este evento gratuito es una oportunidad para que toda nuestra comunidad se una. La celebración de este año se encuentra en el Estes Park Event Center en Stanley Fairgrounds.

El Cinco de Mayo es un día para celebrar juntos como una comunidad, y para apreciar lo que se nos ha dado, antes de que comience la temporada ocupada. Todos merecen un descanso y juntos podemos decir: “¡Viva Estes Park, 2023! ”

Ven y disfruta de una deliciosa comida mexicana preparada por Mountain Home Cafe, para todas las edades. Los bailarines folclóricos festivos estarán allí para entretener a todos. Los adultos (mayores de 21 años) también pueden disfrutar de una mini margarita de nuestra maravillosa barra libre.

Se alienta a los padres y cuidadores a traer a sus hijos a este evento familiar seguro.

¿Tus hijos tienen vestimenta tradicional mexicana en sus armarios? Si es así, ven disfrazado. Pero si no, no se preocupe, venga tal como es. Las familias pueden disfrutar de una amplia lista de actividades culturales, que incluyen una mesa para pintar caras, globoflexia, una mesa de actividades de la biblioteca, la oportunidad de construir un mapa gigante de EE. UU. con Celeste, y una casa inflable gigante.

Recuerdos como estos son preciosos y algo que nadie puede quitar. Al final, saltemos a la pista de baile con la nueva banda de Longmont, Basilon Lagunero. ¡Esperamos verlos a todos allí!

El Cinco de Mayo es posible gracias al importante patrocinio de Mountain Home Cafe, que volverá a servir la comida de este año. El evento tampoco sería posible sin la asistencia de varios socios importantes: Ministerio de Crossroads, El Pueblo de Estes Park, Banco de Estes Park, Banco de Colorado, el distrito escolar de Estes Park, y la Biblioteca de Estes Valley. Un agradecimiento especial va para el personal de apoyo de todas estas organizaciones.

Las donaciones en efectivo son bienvenidas, pero no son obligatorias. Estamos compartiendo donaciones con sobreviviente de cáncer Luis Varela, en memoria de nuestra Sadie: “¡te echamos de menos! ”

Anímense a reservar la fecha del 5 de mayo y unirse al espíritu de comunidad para el Cinco de Mayo.

Making Great Decisions –Economic Warfare

Staying well informed and up-to-date on the prevailing American issues of our time has never been more difficult or complicated than it is right now. Understanding real facts and unbiased information that directly affect you, your children, and your grandchildren has never been more important. Where can you find that kind of critical knowledge in Estes Park?

Answer: The Great Decisions Forum at the friendly confines of the world class Estes Valley Library.

Each month the Forum meets to discuss a key social, economic, and security issue to gain a full understanding of how government policies and events affect us and are shaping our immediate future.

Guest Moderators (a local Estes Park Citizen) walks the group through a short, professionally produced 15minute video on a specific topic. Each video features a recognized subject matter expert. Forum attendees then freely discuss the topic exchanging ideas and personal experiences. The Forum is apolitical and focuses together on building

information we need to be educated voters and taxpayers. Diversity of ideas is heartily welcomed and embraced by all during out discussion.

Our next topic is Economic Warfare

Waging economic warfare consists of a variety of measures from implementing sanctions to fomenting labor strikes. Such tools are utilized by states to hinder their enemies, and in the case of the United States, have been used as far back as the early 19th century. Since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, economic warfare has been the main means for the west to challenge Russia. How effective will these sanctions be at convincing Russia to cease its war? Mr. Jonathan Chanis, US National Senior Policy Advisor wrote the book chapter (see library copy: Great Decisions).

Please join us for our next great session on Thursday, May 4th at 11:30 a.m. in the Wasson Room at our world class Estes Valley Library. Attendance is free and open to the public. Have an unforgettable experience for all the right reasons.

Memory Cafe In Estes Park

Memory Café is a free, relaxed, social gathering for Estes Valley community members experiencing memory loss due to any form of dementia with a caregiver, spouse, or friend. This supports caregivers as well as those experiencing dementia.

The Memory Cafe includes coffee/snacks, conversation, singing, and sharing remembrances through activi-

ties. Guests and volunteers enjoy each other's company and have fun together. We meet at St. Bartholomew’s church (880 MacGregor Ave.) from 10:00 –11:30 the second Thursday of each month.

Thursday, May 11 will be our next meeting. Call 970-430-8105 for more info.

We would love for you to join us!

Longs Peak Reunion Returns

Longs Peak Reunion returns in late August to celebrate historic stories along the Longs Peak trail. Starting off the Longs Peak Reunion 2023 will be a benefit concert featuring Lost Penney and a silent auction featuring many donated items from area merchants.

Lost Penney will perform Friday, May 19, 2023 at the American Legion Hall in Estes at 7:00 p.m. Local mountaineering

legend Mike Caldwell will Emcee the evenings’ festivities.

Tickets are $10 and are available through Eventbrite.com or at the door. Food and drink are available for purchase.

For more information, or for silent auction donor information, please call Greg at 303-949-5964.

Volunteer With The Estes Park Museum

Volunteering at the Estes Park Museum is a great way to give back and get involved in the community. The Museum has nearly 30 volunteers that support daily operations year-round. It is evident that the Museum could not function without these individuals donating over 1,000 hours towards its mission by serving thousands of guests annually.

Now is a great time to join the Museum team! There are a variety of opportunities to get involved with a typical threehour shift once a week, every other week, or once a month. Positions available include:

Gallery Host: Welcome and interact with guests from all over the world by

serv-

ing as the front-line representative for the Museum gallery experience.

Historic Fall River Hydroplant Docent: Lead group tours to discuss F. O. Stanley’s 1909 Hydroplant, the insatiable need and growth of electricity over the decades, and the 1982 Lawn Lake Flood that ended operation at this historic site. The site is open the first week of June through the first week of September 2023.

If you would like to contribute to the success of the Museum, have fun, and share local history, please contact Curator of Interpretation Mikaela Fundaun at mfundaun@estes.org or (970)-5773762.

Brand Strategy Development And Video Storytelling Workshop May 23

By: Karen McPherson, Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center (EPNRC)

The Nonprofit Resource Center’s upcoming Marketing Workshop offers local nonprofit agencies an opportunity to dive into their story and learn the tools to tell it. Every nonprofit seeking volunteers, donors, grants, and clients must clearly articulate what they do and why they do it best.

The Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center brings together two branding aficionadas from KidGlov, a full-service boutique, marketing, branding, and advertising agency in Omaha, NE. Lyn Wineman, KidGlov President and Chief Strategist teams up with one of her Story Producers, Dannielle

Stewart. EPNRC is thrilled to welcome them to town and share their expertise with our nonprofit sector.

Wineman will focus on brand strategy development. With a strong brand strategy, nonprofit organizations have the advantage of being remembered, standing out among like organizations and building long-term relationships with board members, donors and industry partners.

In this hands-on workshop participants will work with a customized set of brand strategy tools that help to identify: Brand Personality/Archetype, Target Audience, Brand Benefits, and Competitive Brand Position and Promise.

Dannielle will walk participants through the basic bones of creating a compelling, storytelling video that moves minds and wallets alike. Get the basics of how to prepare for a successful day of filming and interviews. She’ll pull from live examples in real time for discussion amongst the group. This is a great introductory workshop to get you excited and feel empowered to use video to tell your story. These workshops are free to nonprofit organizations. The deadline to register is May 19. Visit epnonprofit.org to register.

The Nonprofit Resource Center offers a Marketing Workshop that helps local agencies drill down on their value proposition. Presenters will introduce how videos—even those taken on your iphone—can be used to sell or share these differentiators to an organization’s audience (including its donors).

Elizabeth Guild Thrift Shop Set For A Busy Summer

The Elizabeth Guild Thrift Shop, at the far west end of Estes Park, is preparing for a busy summer and is looking for more volunteers.

“Summer is a great season for us,” said Joe Payne, thrift shop manager. “But we could definitely use more volunteers to help us with the increased business.”

Summer hours begin May 1 when the thrift shop will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. instead of 3 p.m.

The store takes donations of clean items in good repair Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:15 a.m. to 3 p.m.

“It's always a good idea to call ahead before bringing in a donation as our needs and available storage space can vary,” added Joe. The phone number is (970)586-7205. The store is located at 427 W. Elkhorn Ave.

There are many good reasons to donate to the thrift shop. First of all, you clean out your house. Second, you supply others with things they need. Third, the things you send to the thrift shop stay out of the landfill. Fourth, all the money made by the thrift shop goes to support Estes Park Health.

Check this out: Most children's clothing is 25 cents per item. Books are $1 for hardbacks and 50 cents for paperbacks.

Most men and women's clothing items are $3 or less every day. “Often the store receives donations of brands like North Face, Patagonia, Pendleton, Orvis, Eddie Bauer, Royal Robin, Columbia and other quality brands. Not to mention, new items are put out daily so there’s always something new to see.”

Customers have commented on the clean, bright appearance of the store since a major cleaning and painting upgrade took place over the winter.

“We are looking good and working hard,” said Joe. “We could use a few extra pairs of hands and that too is a winwin situation as volunteers receive a 50 percent discount on already inexpensive items.”

Volunteers unpack donations and stock the floor and generally keep the store looking good.

“We have a great time working together,” added Joe. “Please give me a call if you would like to join us and volunteer a couple of hours a week.”

EPH Celebrates Administrative Professionals Week

29-year-old Rachel Ryan has worked at EPH for three years. First, she served as Administrative Assistant to the Inpatient Services Director. Then she was promoted to Executive Assistant for nursing leadership, reporting directly to the Chief Nursing Officer. Now she works in the Administrative Office as the Executive Assistant reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer.

“My day-today tends to shift a little bit depending on what’s going on,” Rachel said.

“Primarily I offer administrative and clerical support to the CEO as well as other senior leadership.” Ryan keeps track of calendars, manages contracts, and is currently serving as the Deputy Designated Election Official for the upcoming Board of Directors and Ballot Measure 8A election on May 2. Ryan has lived in Estes Park since she was three years old. She was home

schooled. She attended Front Range Community College for her associate degree and studied at Adams State University, majoring in History. What she likes most about working at EPH is the people.

“The people are what have kept me here,” she commented. “The people have supported me and encouraged me and fostered my growth, while also seeing my potential. We’ve got a great group of leadership here from the top down. They invest in their people, and they care. That’s what stands out.”

Administrative Professionals Week is celebrated annually the last full week of each April. Rachel is one of many administrative professionals who help keep EPH running efficiently and effectively. Thanks to all of them!

Estes Valley Rec & Park District Member Spotlight

Jon Edy, a California native and recent transplant to Estes Park, has been active his entire life. He was a body builder in high school and college as well as a martial arts instructor. In October of 2019 on a hunting trip, Jon tripped and fell numerous times. He knew something wasn’t right, and sought medical care. Edy was diagnosed with a collapsed disc and had surgery to repair. He began physical therapy, and while he initially made progress, Edy experienced a decline in function and an increase in pain.

During the next two years, Edy underwent twelve MRIs, three sets of brain scans, blood panels, CAT scans and Xrays along with a spinal tap. No source of his symptoms that included numbness and neuropathy were found. In 2021, after seeing twelve different specialists, Edy connected with Dr. Dixon at Anschutz in Aurora. Dixon conducted and EMG that lead to a diagnosis of ALS. Edy was given 2-5 years to live. There was still the matter of the spinal disc injury, and Dr. Dixon performed corrective surgery that changed Edy’s life, allowing him to become active and pain free again.

Edy was part of a clinical trial that was recently discontinued. He laughed and said that confirmed what he was doing

with natural and plant-based supplements was working! Edy has a regimen of Lion’s Mane mushroom, creatine, amino acids, ATP, mullen leaf, vitamins and muscle building compounds. He is maintaining and even gaining muscle strength and keeping his lungs clear.

Edy commented, “Only 10% of ALS patients live longer than ten years. That’s my goal. The fitness equipment at the Rec provides me with sanity and a way to manage my condition. I love coming here! Everyone cheers me on. Zach makes sure I can get in the building safely. Bethany has been a vital part of my personal training program. Julie, Tonya, and everyone at the front desk are welcoming and supportive. I wish I had joined ten years ago!” Edy also emphasized the role his wife, Josiane, plays in his daily routine. “We have been married 43 years now, and her support remains phenomenal. She is 100% behind me, making sure I get to the gym, doctor’s appointments, you name it. She brings me back on those rare occasions that I’m down. I couldn’t do this without her!”

Speaking for those of us at the Community Center, we are inspired by Jon's tenacity and dedication to living life, and it is an honor to count him among our members.

Photo by Wendy Rigby

Town’s Annual Hydrant Maintenance And Water Main Flushing Takes

The Town of Estes Park Water Division will conduct the annual hydrant maintenance and water main flushing program from Monday, May 1 through Friday, June 12. Flushing the water mains improves water quality and clarity by creating higher than normal flow through the distribution system. This flow helps to clear the pipes of the iron oxide buildup resulting from corrosion of older steel pipes. Water customers may notice discoloration of their water for a short period of time.

The rusty-looking water can leave iron stains in clothing and is not aesthetically-pleasing, but it is safe to use. The best solution for customers is to avoid using water, particularly hot water, when crews are flushing in the area. If rusty water is drawn, cold water should be run for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the water clears. If the water does not clear in that time, water should be shut off for about 30 minutes before the process is repeated.

The annual hydrant maintenance and water main flushing will ensure all hydrants are working properly. When the hydrants are opened for flushing, we can see if the hydrant is operating normally and what the fire flow capacity for the hydrant is. If any maintenance or repairs are needed, they will be completed as soon as possible. It is a top priority of the water division that all hydrants in the system will be reliable in the event of a wildfire.

Water main flushing will follow the

Place May 1 Through June 12

schedule below, excluding Saturdays and Sundays:

Day 1: Marys Lake Road to include Griffith Court, Strong Avenue, Little Prospect Road and Silver Tree Lane

Day 2: Highway 66 to Marys Lake Road to include Upper Broadview Road, Eagle Cliff Road, Heinz Parkway, High Drive and Meadow Lane

Day 3: Moraine Avenue to Elm Road to include Old Ranger Drive, Old Man Mountain Lane and Fall River Lane

Day 4: Moraine Avenue to Park River Place to include Moreau Lane, Cedar Ridge Circle and Range View Road

Day 5: Fall River Road to Sierra Sage Lane to include Sleepy Hollow Court, Homestead Lane and Summerset Court

Day 6: Riverside Drive to Stanley Avenue to include Ouray Drive, Prospect Avenue, Moccasin Circle Drive, Driftwood Avenue, Columbine Avenue, Birch Avenue, High Street, Meadow Lane, Hondius Circle and Cyteworth Road

Day 7: West Riverside Drive to Prospect Village Drive to include Pine River Court, Pine River Lane and Audubon Street

Day 8: Moccasin Street to Stanley Avenue to include Highland Lane, Hospital area, Comanche Street and Dunraven Street

Day 9: Fawn Lane, Ponderosa Drive, Morgan Street, Bailey Lane, Landers Street, University Drive and Elk Ridge Court

Day 10: Prospect Mountain Road to

the West side of Highway 7 to include Lexington Lane, Concord Lane, Village Green Lane, Elk Meadow Court, Elk Hollow Court, Pine Knoll Drive, Woodland Court, Tranquil Lane, Pinewood Drive, Pinewood Lane, Dekker Circle, Axminster Lane, Twin Drive and Longs Drive

Day 11: Highway 7 East side to Scott Avenue to include Graves Avenue, Woodstock Drive, Stanley Park Fairgrounds and Manford Avenue

Day 12: Stanley Park Fairgrounds, Community Drive, Eagle Lane, Par Lane, Mathew Circle, Halbach Lane, Wapiti Circle and the Estes Park school area

Day 13: Fish Creek Road, Mall Road, Avalon Drive, Clover Lane, Brook Court, Country Club Drive, Holiday Lane, Fairway Club Circle and Acacia Drive

Day 14: Upland Circle, Scott Avenue, Larkspur Avenue, Carriage Drive, Longview Drive and Whispering Pines Drive

Day 15: Moccasin Street, Moraine Avenue, Riverside Drive, Rockwell Street, Cleave Street, Fall River Village, Spruce Drive and Big Horn Drive

Day 16: Elkhorn Avenue, Valley Road, Marigold Lane, and Wonderview Avenue to Highway 34

Day 17: Big Horn Drive, Chapin Lane, Evergreen Lane, Granite Lane, Chiquita Lane, Virginia Drive, West Elkhorn Avenue, Far View Drive and James Street Day 18: MacGregor Avenue, Devils Gulch Road and McCreery Lane

Day 19: Overlook Court, Stanley Hotel area, Steamer Parkway, Black Canyon Drive, Prospector Lane, Homesteader Lane and Pioneer Lane

Day 20: Stanley Village area, Highway 34 to Olympus Lodge, Summit Drive, Dry Gulch Road and Bellvue Drive

Day 21: North Lane, South Lane, East Lane, West Lane, Panorama Circle, Summit Drive, Pine Lane, Grand Estates Drive, Lakefront Street, Skyline Drive and the Estes Park Resort area

Day 22: Elk Trail Court, Deer Path Court, Raven Circle and Lone Pine

Day 23: Ptarmigan Trail, Falcon Ridge, Redtail Hawk Drive, Crabapple Lane and Gray Hawk Court

Day 24: Marys Lake Lodge area, Carriage Hills and the Rockwood area

Day 25: Little Valley Drive, South Fish Creek Road and Chalet Ridge Court

Day 26: Arapaho Road, Grey Fox Drive, Ute Lane, Shadow Mountain Court, Green Pine Court, Cherokee Drive, Pawnee Drive, Indian Trail and Bristlecone Court

Day 27: Prospect Estates, Steele Court, Marcus Lane, Curry Drive, Darcy Drive and Peak View Drive

Day 28: Fall River Estates, Fish Hatchery Road and David Drive

Day 29: Thunder Mountain area

Day 30: Kiowa Pump House and Tank Area

For more information about the water main flushing program, please call the Town of Estes Park Water Division at 970-577-3608.

April is just about to fade into history and May, hopefully, will bring spring weather. I had hoped to get some yard work done by now but having lived here since 1994 I should know better. I even remember the year, 1996, when my 4th of July had to quickly move inside because of snow. I noticed people on Jibber Jabber asking when the last frost would be. Friends, there is no way of predicting that. Most of the time the weather improves after Mother’s Day, but there is no guarantee. Aren’t I a cheerful and positive person!

My son, Chris, wife, DeeDee, and the three grown granddaughters (Bridgette, Nikki and Allie, along with Victor, Bridgette’s three month old baby, and Daisy, the three month old puppy, came to visit for a week. Was that a wonderful, busy, circus. The main problem was that Daisy kept taking my dog Sunshine’s ball, along with every other toy. Sunshine is so laid back that she just let it happen but then looked at me with puppy dog eyes. She seemed to be asking me… “When is that little monster going home?”

I prepared a few dishes before they arrived so that I (nor they) would be stuck in the kitchen the whole time. Marie had us over a few times and they took me out to eat as well. All in all, it was a great family time. I must admit though, it is

also nice to have my little home quiet again.

One of the meals that cooked was pulled pork. I did it in the crockpot and served cole slaw and a corn dish like corn pudding. The corn dish was so easy, and I am sure some of you have the recipe. The following is for those of you who do not have it.

Esther’s Corn Dish

Greased 9 x 13 pan, preheat oven to 400 degrees

2 boxes Jiffy corn bread mix

2 eggs

1/3 cup milk

1 cup sour cream

4 oz. can chopped green chilis

1 can of corn, drained

1 can creamed corn, undrained 1-1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

In a large bowl mix all ingredients. Pour into prepared baking pan. Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes. Check at 55 minutes or until the knife placed into center comes out clean.

Good luck with your gardening and the threat of all the critters that destroy it. I use rat traps for ground squirrels. My email is esther.cenac@gmail.com. Bon Appétit.

Opera Colorado Performs For Estes Park Students

On Monday, April 10, 2023, opera came to Estes Park. Opera Colorado brought its touring production of The Pirates of Penzance to Estes Park High School.

Students from Estes Park Elementary attended the morning performance and the choir students from the high school attended the afternoon performance. The production was abridged to just over one hour, fully staged and costumed, and was performed by the Opera Colorado Artists in Residence. Each performance ended with a question-and-answer session where the students got to meet and interact with the cast.

The performances were generously sponsored by Estes Park resident, Ann Wise. Cherity Koepke, Director of the

Opera Colorado Artist in Residence Program and stage director of The Pirates of Penzance, said, “serving Colorado’s schools and communities is a vital part of Opera Colorado’s mission, and we were delighted to be able to bring opera to the students and teachers in Estes Park. Our sincere thanks to Ann Wise for her sponsorship of these performances and to the teachers of Estes Park Elementary and High School for welcoming us into their schools. We’re already talking about next season and how we can collaborate to bring opera to Estes again.”

To learn more about Opera Colorado’s programs and performances, visit www.operacolorado.org.

Merchants Donating Prizes

a unique boutique

Alpenglow Images and Accents

ArgueLessLoveMore.net

Art Center of Estes Park

Aspen and Evergreen Gallery

Awesome Shirtworks

Backbone Adventures

Beef Jerky Experience

Big Horn Restaurant

Big Red of the Rockies

Blake Trading

Brownfield's Brunch & Co

Buckles of Estes

Cabin Fever

CABINtique Inc

Cafe de Pho Thai

Casa Grande

Classic Hair Designs

Colorado Homestead

Cousin Pat’s Pub & Grill

Creativity Cabin

Delaware North Parks and Resorts / Ridgeline

Hotel

Domino's E P Greens

Earthwood Artisans

Elizabeth Guild

Emerald Lake Massage

Estes Park Brewery

Estes Park Elevated Fitness

Estes Park Knife Company

Estes Park Museum Friends & Foundation

Estes Park Pet Lodge Inc

Estes Park Pilates

Estes Park Rent All

Estes Thai Restaurant

Fall River Jewelry, Antiques & Coins

Favorite Things

Frames, Games & Things Unnamed

Fun City

Giant Track Mountain Soap Company

Hands Down Best in Town Therapeutic Massage

Heart of the Rockies Gentle Yoga Studio

Himalayan Curry & Kebob

Hunters Chophouse iii - initials included inc.

Images of RMNP

Inspired Artisan Market & Studio

Integrity Chiropractic

Jazzercise Estes Park

Joy House

Kind Coffee

Knight Sky Pictures

Laura’s Fine candies

Lazy B Chuckwagon & Show

Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival

Lonigans Irish Pub

Mama Rose’s Restaurant

Mary Jane's

McDonalds

Moose Creek Western Wear

Mountain Blown Glass

Omnibus

Once Upon a Hive

Open Air Adventure Park Park Supply

Patterson Glassworks Studio & Gallery

Penelope's Old Time Hamburgers

Phat Bear

Plum Creek Shoe Station

Poppy’s Pizza & GrillPremier Members Credit Union Quality Inn

Rams Horn Village Resort

Reel Mountain Theater

Riverwalk Loft Condos

Rock Cut Brewing Company

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

Rocky Mountain Conservancy

Rocky Mountain Deli

Rocky Mountain Majesty

Rocky Mountain Souvenir

Rocky Ridge Music

Scot's Sporting Goods

Seasoned - An American Bistro

Shop & Sell Estes Park

Simply Christmas

Sky Pond Photography and Video Productions

Solitude Cabins and Lodge

Squatchy Donuts

Sticks-N-Stones

The Christmas Shoppe

The Elizabeth Guild and Lizzie's Boutique

The Enchanted Florist

The Mad Moose

The Old Fashion Candy and General Store

The Post Chicken & Beer Estes Park

The Rocky Mountain Channel

The Spruce House

The Sweatshirt Center/ Mountain O'clock

The Taffy Shop

The Wheel Bar

The Whispering Wood

The White Orchid

Three Blessed Gems

Twin Owls Steakhouse

UPS Store Estes Park

Village Barber Shop

Village Goldsmith

Water Wheel Gift Corner

Wear Me Out T's

Wild Side 4x4 Tours

Wynbrier Home

Wynbrier Ltd.

You Need Pie Diner

Land Trust Hosts A Virtual Breakfast On May 13th Titled Beavers In Colorado: The Once And Future Ecosystem Engineers

Beavers were historically abundant in Colorado before being driven nearly to extinction during the 19th century commercial fur trade. Although beaver populations have recovered slightly, they remain low due to loss of habitat and continued removal by humans.

Guest speaker Dr. Ellen Wohl, Professor of Geosciences at Colorado State University (CSU), will share how beavers modify rivers and how these modifications enhance river health and resilience to wildfire, drought, and flood. Dr. Wohl will also discuss contemporary efforts to reintroduce beaver in Colorado river corridors.

Dr. Wohl has been a faculty member at CSU since 1989, focusing her research on the physical process and form of rivers, and how living organisms impact rivers. Most recently, her research explored how rivers were affected by the 2020 wildfires with much of this research occurring in the Poudre River watershed. She has also worked on several long-term research projects in the Wild Basin area of Rocky Mountain National Park.

Beavers have been a relevant topic at the Estes Valley Land Trust in

recent years. In 2022, the Land Trust conserved 161 acres in the Tahosa Valley that once provided healthy habitat to a beaver colony in the area. Evidence of past beaver activity still exists on the property today.

This virtual event will be hosted via Zoom on Saturday, May 13th at 9:00 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made at: evlandtrust.org/rsvp. This event is for EVLT members only. Not a member? Join us here: evlandtrust.org/donate.

There is no charge for the online breakfast and attendees receive two free cinnamon rolls from Cinnamon’s Bakery, if registered by May 8th. Quantities are limited and details on where to pick up the cinnamon rolls will be emailed to those who register.

About the Estes Valley Land Trust - Founded in 1987 by Estes Park residents, the Estes Valley Land Trust is a nationally recognized land conservation organization that has preserved nearly 10,000 acres of land and some of the most iconic landscapes in the Estes Valley. Please consider becoming a member of the land trust at www.evlandtrust.org/donate.

Estes Park Human-Bear Conflicts and Management Seminar

On Sunday, April 30th at 2pm in the Estes Valley Library’s Wasson, CPW District Wildlife Manager Chase Rylands will hold a seminar on human-bear conflicts and CPW’s management in the Estes Park area.

It’s a great opportunity to meet with Officer Rylands and discuss how we can all play a part in keeping bears wild. Free to attend and space is limited to the first 25 people.

Yoga And The Word Classes Offered By Alicia Cossota Begins May 1st

Alicia Cossota owner of Zoomet Yoga LLC is proud to announce weekly Yoga and The Word classes in two locations. The gentle non-denominational, faith based yoga classes are scheduled on Mondays at 10:30 at St. Francis Angelican Church located at 3480 St. Francis Way and on Thursdays at

10:30 at 600 S. St. Vrain, Unit 1 in the Jazzercise location. Classes are donation based with no membership required. All experience levels are welcome. Come as you are and leave feeling rejuvenated; body, mind and spirit.

For more information, contact Alicia at zoometyoga@gmail.com or visit her website which you can find at zoometyoga.com

Bishop Jim Gonia At Shepherd Of The Mountains Lutheran Church Sunday, April 30

Bishop Jim Gonia of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Rocky Mountain Synod will be preaching at Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church on Sunday, April 30th

All are welcome to join us for worship is at 9 a.m. and then stay and share light

refreshments and fellowship. Bishop Gonia will present a program entitled “Church Becoming.”

The church is located at 2000 Ptarmigan Trail. All are welcome to come hear this dynamic speaker.

Rocky Mountain National Park Announces Summer Seasonal Hiker Shuttle Operations Begin May 26

Rocky Mountain National Park will operate the Hiker Shuttle during the 2023 summer season beginning on Friday, May 26. Seven day service will operate May 26 through September 4. Beginning on September 9, Saturday and Sunday only service will continue through October 22.

The Hiker Shuttle provides bus service to passengers departing the Estes Park Visitor Center and going to RMNP’s Park & Ride Transit Hub, located on Bear Lake Road. This bus does not provide service to any other stops. At Park & Ride, Hiker Shuttle riders will transfer to the Bear Lake or Moraine Park shuttles to reach destinations and trailheads located along the Bear Lake Road Corridor. All shuttle riders will need two things: a reservation for Hiker Shuttle Tickets and a park entrance pass. Reservations for Hiker Shuttle Tickets will be available online at Recreation.gov beginning on May 1 at 8 a.m. MDT for the dates of May 26-June 30. Reservations can also be made using the Recreation.gov mobile app or by calling the Recreation.gov reservation line at 877-444-6777. Rolling windows for future months begin at 8 a.m. MDT on June 1. Individuals may reserve one Hiker Shuttle reservation per day and a reservation is good for 1 to 4 Hiker Shuttle Tickets. All passengers

will need a Hiker Shuttle Ticket, regardless of age. There is a $2 processing fee for each reservation.

Additional reservations will be available online at Recreation.gov beginning at 5 p. m. the night before a chosen arrival date. Space on the bus is limited, please only reserve the number of seats

needed. For the full Hiker Shuttle departure and arrival schedule and a list of frequently asked questions, visit the park’s website at www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/shuttle-buses-and-public-transit. htm.

When returning to Estes Park, passengers can board any Hiker Shuttle bus throughout the day. The last shuttle will depart from RMNP’s Park & Ride Transit Hub at 6 p.m. Remember to plan ahead -

THANK YOU!

AtEVICSFamilyResourceCenter wecelebratechildrenand familieseveryday.TheMonthof theYoungChildallowsusto focusandsharethecelebration witheveryoneinourcommunity. Thankyouforjoiningusatour events,generouslygivingtoour fundraisers,andsupporting EVICSaswecontinueto championforourfamiliesinthe EstesValley.Specialthanksto ourservicepartnerswho collaboratewithustooffergreat programmingand experiencestoallow familiestohavefunand thrive!

the last bus of the day will be crowded. Passengers are advised to plan their day in the park accordingly and return to Park & Ride well before 6 p.m. If you miss the last bus of the day, there are no other buses or public transit back to Estes Park.

For more information on Rocky Mountain National Park, please call the park’s Information Office at (970) 586-1206 or visit our website at www.nps.gov/romo.

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Everything You Need To Know For The Estes Park Duck Race Festival

The Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Festival is ready to entertain festival goers of all ages, starting with the Duck Waddle 5K at 9 a.m., followed by live entertainment and activities for children and adults of all ages from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 6.

As every race fan knows, following those little yellow ducks or running a 5K can work up an appetite, so restaurants and coffee shops along the river will be ready to welcome hungry duck fans. Music and other live entertainment, including the ever-popular Duck Squat, will take place outside of Nicky’s Restaurant and Nicky’s Resort from 10 a.m. until the highlight of the day – the dropping of thousands of little yellow rubber duckies into Fall River – at 1 p.m. outside of Nicky’s. More entertainment, including live music, face painting, balloon art, and other activities, will take place at George Hix Memorial Riverside Plaza from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

This year, many participating nonprofit and charitable organizations and major sponsors of the Duck Race will set up displays and activities at George Hix Memorial Riverside Plaza from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visitors to the organizations’ displays will learn about the work they are doing, and enjoy family-friendly, duckthemed activities. Organizations will help guests to purchase online duck adoptions at their tables until 1 p.m.

To keep fans of all ages fully entertained, the festival is planning several hours of live music and activities. “This year features a variety of music for all ages and tastes. A brass quintet, a jazz band, an acoustic rock/folk duo, the Estes Park High School Choir, and an African drum group,” said Karen Thompson, who is coordinating entertainment this year.

A change in ownership at Nicky’s Restaurant will limit space and amenities as the restaurant will not be open. Consequently, most entertainment will be at Performance Park and George Hix Riverside Plaza. We will, however, have the ever-popular Duck Squat at Nicky’s and Riverside Plaza.

The Estes Park High School Choir will kick things off at Nicky’s, followed by a few comments by our Race dignitaries, including Mayor Wendy Koenig and Rotary District Governor and Estes Park native, Lee Varra-Nelson. This will be followed by the dramatic Duck Drop into Fall River.

There is nothing quite like seeing thousands of little yellow ducks fall out of a big cage to begin their paddle to the finish line. “After the drop, the ducks will swim as fast as they can to reach Riverside Plaza in downtown Estes Park,” said Thompson. “Some years, it only takes 30-40 minutes, other years it has been more than an hour. It all depends on how fast or slow the river is flowing.”

Duck Race visitors are encouraged to visit all locations: Nicky’s, Performance Park, and Riverside Plaza. “Estes Park musical groups will perform at all locations and will include Skip Neilson & Karen Nicholson, the Riverside Ram-

blers, Highland Brass Quintet, and Djembe Jive & Hot Jam. We will have lots to entertain kids and adults.” Thompson said. “What I am most

provides discounts at over 80 locations in Estes Park.

Winners will be posted on the duck race website,

Yosemite National Park. Hundreds of other prizes donated by local merchants will mean lots of winners on Race Day.

“Everyone is excited for the ducks to be racing in Fall River again this year, the 35th annual Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Festival,” said Bill Solms, 2023 Big Duck. “There are 65 great reasons to attend the 2023 Duck Race: to adopt ducks to raise funds for the 64 local nonprofit and charitable organizations that serve needs in the Estes Valley, and – the 65th reason – to have a day full of fun,” he said.

To adopt a duck visit www.epduckrace.org. Twenty-two dollars of every $25 duck adoption goes to your selected organization. Ducks may be adopted online until 1:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time on May 6.

For an updated schedule of entertainment, visit www.epduckrace.org/schedule/. For more information about the Duck Waddle 5K or to register, see estesparkrunning.org.

Can’t make it? Look for the Race on the Rocky Mountain Channel, where it will be streamed live.

an extensive entertainment schedule at Performance Park.

First, Sunny Boy Jim Jack Jones, a children’s musical performer, will perform at noon. Sunny Boy Jim Jack Jones is a children’s music-based wellness program that promotes kindness, care, empathy and unity.

Ballet Renaissance will once again perform in support of the Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Festival with a free community performance on stage at Performance Park at 1:30 p.m., weather permitting. The Performance will feature both adult professionals and Ballet Renaissance students ages 4-14.

They will be followed at 3:00 p.m. by Djembe Jive, a Northern Colorado drumming group. Players perform energetic, four-part rhythms for all to enjoy. Included in their performance will be several numbers by Hot Jam, another NOCO drumming group. The performance will include an opportunity for children from the audience to drum as well as a very fun audience participation number performed in honor of the ducks. Audience and passers-bye be warned! You may be inclined to spontaneous toe tapping, head nodding, or dancing!

Further details about activities will be available at Riverside Plaza on Race Day.

The Race Day schedule will give race fans time to travel to Nicky's for the Duck Drop, drop by Performance Park and return to the finish line in time to watch the little yellow ducks arrive. In addition to live music, Riverside Plaza will offer a host of family activities, including Jasbo the Balloon Artiste, and face painting. The sale of duck-themed merchandise will take place at both venues. The Estes Park Rotary Club also will sell its $10 Friendship Card, which

prizes of $6,000 cash, $4,000 cash, and two three-night vacation stays for two donated by Delaware North, one at Yellowstone National Park and one at

The Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Festival is held annually on the first Saturday in May. The Annual Duck Race continues a tradition started in 1989, which has returned over $3 million to local Estes Park charities and groups. 2023 marks the 35th annual Duck Race.

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Readers Can Grow Year Round In The Estes Valley

April is Estes Grows Readers month at the Estes Valley Library, and over the past four weeks, we’ve been honoring early readers in the Estes Valley. Along with our partners, we’ve been sharing information, resources, events, and opportunities for the community to lift up our

youngest residents and help them grow in their literacy skills.

While April is dedicated to Growing Readers, Library staff host dozens of early literacy events every month. These programs grow a love of literacy and create environments for folks of all ages

to build social connections. Strengthening social bonds improves our overall community health.

Since April isn’t quite over yet, let’s take a look at the March numbers: Between baby, preschool, and pajama

Connect With Yourself During “Mind, Body, May”

storytimes, Making Music with Nancy Bell, and reading to a therapy dog, the Library hosted 37 programs with an average of 15 attendees (children and their adults) per event. That’s more than one event per day!

The library provides tools to build home libraries, too. In March, 80 Storybook Explorer kits went directly to bookloving homes, meaning families are connecting over literacy and learning activities. Join them! New kits are added every week.

Our Early Literacy Librarian, Melanie Kozlowski, regularly ventures beyond the library walls to visit early readers around town. Every week, Melanie brings storytime to local preschools. In March, 165 students enjoyed stories, songs, rhymes, and other early learning activities that the public library brought to their classrooms.

For many Estes Valley residents, summer is our busiest time. The window of warm weather, wildflowers, and windfree days is short, so we make the most of it. We burn the candle at both ends in order to take full advantage of the season.

In preparation for what might be a packed schedule, late nights and early sunrises, join us at the Estes Valley Library for “Mind, Body, May.” We’ll be focusing on programs, collections, and services that keep us feeling our best, inside and out.

On Monday afternoons starting May 1, adults and teens are invited to a Mindful Meditation series. This weekly mind, heart, and body practice will help attendees gain awareness and understanding, reduce stress, and navigate challenges. Instructor Judy Ludwig-Keller will teach

how to stay in the present moment instead of reliving the past or worrying about the future. No experience is required – just a willingness to pause and breathe.

One of the best ways to care for our bodies is to know how to treat them in case of an emergency. The Library is partnering with the American Safety & Health Institute to host two CPR, First Aid, and AED classes in May: teens & tweens can earn their two-year certification on Friday, May 5, and adults are invited to a session on Saturday, May 13. Both classes are free but require registration: sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org. Brighten up your home with three fun activities in the Makerspace this month: make bath bombs, create scented beeswax candles, or design a crystal

prism suncatcher. Meet Technology Arts Librarian Seph Reed, who will teach you new skills as he guides you through each creation. All supplies are provided. Make sure to reserve your spot on our website, as space is limited.

Stop by the Library in May to browse our “Mind, Body, May” table in the first floor lobby. Take a few moments with the interactive sand pendulum, then check in with a staff member to get your free Estes Valley Library backscratcher (while supplies last). Ahh… the Library is the perfect place to relax and reconnect with yourself.

Take some time to refresh this May. Learn more about programs and collections at estesvalleylibrary.org/ mindbodymay.

Partnership with students doesn’t stop after early childhood. Since 2020, the library has had a formal agreement with the school district and Eagle Rock School: all school libraries are treated as branches of the Estes Valley Library. Students of all ages can borrow from this “Village Catalog” with their school ID, granting them access to over one million items.

Nurturing budding literary explorers has been a priority for the Library for decades. Many of these programs wouldn’t have been possible without the generous donors of the Library Friends & Foundation. Their support has allowed us to grow strong, vibrant readers. Thank you!

While April is coming to a close and we’re wrapping up the local month of celebration, early literacy is a year round effort. Parents, guardians, and patrons of all ages can stay in touch with programs, collections, and other resources at estesvalleylibrary.org.

What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library

SPRING HOURS

Mondays-Thursdays, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Fridays & Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sundays, 1-5 p.m.

ALL AGES

Registration requested: Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org

Easing Stress with Mindful Meditation

Monday, May 1, 1-2 p.m., Hondius Room

Monday, May 8, 1-2 p.m., Hondius Room

Join this meditation series on Mondays in May with instructor Judy LudwigKeller. No experience required. Recommended for adults and teens.

Epsom Salt Bath Bombs

Tuesday, May 2, 6-7:30 p.m., Makerspace

Repeated Thursday, May 11, 6-7:30 p.m., Makerspace

Turn your bathtub into a spa! Head to the Makerspace to make your own bath bombs for yourself or as a gift to a friend. Recommended for adults and teens.

May the Fourth Be With You

Thursday, May 4, 4-6:30 p.m., Hondius Room

Celebrate Star Wars Day, or May the Fourth, with activities and giveaways. This program is not in a galaxy far, far away – all ages are welcome to come and

play!

Scented Beeswax Candles

Thursday, May 4, 6-7:30 p.m., Makerspace

Bring nature indoors by making allnatural beeswax candles, perfect for welcoming spring. Recommended for adults and teens.

Crystal Prism Sunlight Catchers

Friday, May 12, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Makerspace

Add some sparkle to your kitchen or bedroom windows with these easy-tocreate sunlight catchers. All ages welcome.

ADULTS

Registration requested: Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org

Wildlife Window Nature Series

Monday, May 8, 4-5:30 p.m., Hondius Room & online

What, if anything, is a wildflower?

Learn about Colorado’s plant diversity and what defines a wildflower – it may not be what you think! Presented by Naturalist Kevin Cook.

Book Club for Mortals: Death’s Acre

Thursday, May 11, 10-11:30 a.m., Wasson Room & online

Discuss end-of-life issues and our shared mortality. May's selection, Death’s Acre: Inside the Legendary Forensic Lab, is an unprecedented journey behind the gates of the Body Farm and the study of forensic anthropology.

BOOKS & AUTHORS

Sign up at libraryc.org/ estesvalleylibrary

Raising Antiracist Children: Author Talk with Britt Hawthorne

Wednesday, May 3, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., online

Nationally recognized teacher, advocate, and author Britt Hawthorne will discuss her guide for incorporating inclusivity tools into everyday life and parenting. Presented with the Library Speakers Consortium.

Not Funny: Author Talk with Jena Friedman

Wednesday, May 10, 6-7 p.m., online

Hear from this writer, comedian, filmmaker, producer, and Academy Award nominee as she discusses her debut collection of essays. Presented with the Library Speakers Consortium.

TEENS & KIDS

Registration requested: Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org

Book vs. Movie Club:

Diary of a Wimpy Kid

Saturday, April 29, 12:30-2:15 p.m., Hondius Room

Book or movie—which did you like best? We’ll discuss the book, then watch the movie adaptation. Snacks and drinks provided.

Lego Club

Saturday, April 29, 3-4 p.m., Hondius Room

Explore different building and engineering challenges each month with our new Lego Club. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Artwork Wednesday: DIY Calm Down Bottles

design for future teen space, and collection purchases for their age group.

Tween/Teen CPR, First Aid, & AED

Friday, May 5, 4-8 p.m., Estes Park Middle School

Want to babysit or need a skill for your resume or college application? Get your two-year certification in CPR, First Aid, and AED with this free class. Registration required.

Makerspace Crafternoon: Sew a Book Cover

Saturday, May 6, 2-3 p.m., Makerspace

Repeated Tuesday, May 9, 5-6 p.m., Makerspace

Brighten your books up for spring while protecting their covers from wear and tear. All skill levels welcome!

Wednesday, May 3, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Hondius Room

Upcycle water bottles and use glue, glitter, beads, and other supplies to create your own “Calm Down” bottle. Find your zen by watching the contents swirl and settle to the bottom.

Teen Advisory Council

Thursday, May 4, 6:30-7 p.m., Hondius Room

Monthly meeting for tweens and teens (ages 11-18) who would like to recommend ideas for library programming,

KIDS & FAMILIES

Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org

Library Storytimes

Baby Storytime: Thurs., Fri., & Sat. at 10 a.m.

Preschoolers: Thurs., Fri., & Sat. at 10:30 a.m.

Read to Therapy Dog “Bo”: Tues., May 2 at 10 a.m.

Read to Therapy Dog “Annie”: Wed., May 3 at 6 p.m.

Pajama Storytime – Making Music with Nancy Bell: Wed., May 10 at 6 p.m.

MAKERSPACE

Registration required: Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org

Learn the Laser Cutter Saturday, April 29, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

For ages 10 and up (participants under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult).

Learn the 3D Printer

Sunday, May 7, 1:30-3 p.m.

For ages 10 and up (participants under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult).

LEGAL SELF-HELP Free Legal Self-Help Clinic

Wednesday, May 10, 2-5 p.m.

One-on-one legal advice for library patrons who do not have a personal attorney. Appointments are necessary and can be scheduled by calling 970-5868116. More information at estesvalleylibrary.org/legalclinic.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY FOUNDATION

Cliffhanger Used Books

Cliffhanger Used Books, located next to the post office, is operated by the Friends of the Library Foundation, offering gently-used books, movies, and music at discount prices. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Perhaps you’ve heard the story of Alexander and his ‘terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day’. He knew from the beginning what kind of day it was going to be. “I went to bed with gum in my mouth and now there’s gum in my hair and when I got out of bed this morning, I tripped on my skateboard and by mistake I dropped my sweater in the sink while the water was running and I could tell it was going to be a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day,” It only got worse. “At school Mrs. Dickens liked Paul’s picture of the sailboat better than my picture of the invisible castle. At singing time she said I sang too loud. At counting time she said I left out sixteen. Who needs sixteen? It was going to be a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day.” And Alexander’s day just keeps getting worse. (Written by Judith Viorst)

We chuckle because we can visualize a young boy ‘having a terrible, horrible, very bad day’. However, There are times when we hear people much older than young Alexander murmuring about the ‘bad day’ they are having. How many times have you heard: “I’m sick and tired of winter!’ “I hate the never-ending wind!” “It irks me to have to ‘pick my way’ around the unending construction!” “Can you believe those crowds in Safeway?” “That reservation system in the Park will never work!” Be honest…we’ve all said some of those things this winter. What we need is ‘THE PRAYER’.

We talked last week about the struggle we have in dealing with ‘change’, trying to adapt to it. All these things I’ve listed are ‘changes’ that we deal with here in Estes Park. How can we best deal with them…and the many other things that come our way, causing distress? One of the ways is to learn and to apply the tenets of the second most often spoken prayer, second only to the Lord’s Prayer. It’s been dubbed the Serenity Prayer and it is uttered by millions across the world, being mouthed in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and other 12-Step meetings, and used often by their members. They recommend it to us. In its simplest form, it says: “God, grant us the serenity of mind to accept that which cannot be changed, the courage to change that which can be changed, and the wisdom to know the one from the other.” Let’s break it down so that we can apply it.

“Grant us the serenity…” ‘Serenity’ means ‘peace of mind, quietness, calmness’. When you have these you can accept unpleasant things and love people…and spread it to others. God is the source of this spirit, but we are responsible for letting it abide in us. “To accept the things we cannot change”. The prayer assumes that life is not easy and that we will have days when we feel overwhelmed. We certainly experience that in: the ‘wind’, the ‘snow’, some health conditions, other people’s attitudes or opinion of us, society at large, fate or time or chance. But, there are other things, things we can change…if we have the courage to do so. “The courage to change the things we can”. The prayer acknowledges that there are changes that ought to be made, starting with ourselves. We can change our thoughts, how we take care of ourselves, what we do with our time and talents, with whom we associate, our self-opinion, our character, and our spiritual life. To make these changes it takes a courage and determination within ourselves. Someone else put it like this: “God, grant me the serenity to accept the people I cannot change and the courage to change the one I can and the wisdom to know it’s me!” So, the last thing we ask for is: “The wisdom to know the difference”…between the things we can change and those we can’t. We gain that from our experiences, good advice from others, and wisdom that God tells us He will give, if we ask.

In this prayer that Reinhold Neibuhr penned in the 1940s, which then was picked up and used by multitudes dealing with various addictions to provide some help in overcoming those negative habits, the most common part is that which we have stated …but there is more.

“Living one day at a time; enjoying one moment at a time; accepting hardships as the pathway to peace; taking as He (Christ) did, this sinful world as it is, not as He would have it; trusting that He will make all things right if I surrender to His Will; that I may be reasonably happy in this life, and supremely happy with Him forever in the next. Amen.”

As I close, perhaps a good chance to apply the lessons in the prayer, is to go back over Alexander’s ‘no-good, very bad day’, and see how The Prayer could help.

Bob Lewis

“Unity In Harmony” Concert

By The Estes

The Estes Park Chorale, under the leadership of musical director, Denise Stookesberry, presents their spring concert, “Unity In Harmony” on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Join the audience at the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Ave.

Celebrate the 50th+ Anniversary of the founding of the Chorale with, as Denise relates, “a concert to bring people together and celebrate our common humanity, even in these discordant times.” Musical themes of love, hope, joy, and helping others as part of our greater humanity will have the audience and the singers reflecting on harmony and unity.

Thirty-five singers feature a wide variety of selections, from “Let Peace and Love Shine Through” by Rollo Dilworth to “Seasons of Love” from the musical “Rent,” by Jonathan Larson, arranged by Roger Emerson. The musicians range in age, ability levels and come from all walks of life.

A men-only number, called “Omnia

Park Chorale

popular contemporary piece that celebrates our need to help raise each other up, like “one, two, three.” “I know when I need it I can count on you,” and “that’s what friends are s’posed to do, oh, yeah”

Eric Whitacre’s unique contemporary piece, “Sing Gently,” was first premiered online in July, 2020. Grammy awardwinning composer and conductor wrote the music and words “with the hope it might give some small measure of comfort for those who need it, and that it might suggest a way of living with one another that is compassionate, gentle and kind.” There was a total of 17572 singers of his Virtual Choir in more than 145 countries around the world who first entreated us to “stand together as one” and “be strong.”

The vocal musical pieces will be enhanced by narrator, Steve Tice’s reading of inspiring quotes and poems about humanity, love and unity.

None of the Chorale’s efforts can happen without the expertise of pianist, Michelle Gergen Wisner. She’ll pound out the parts, endlessly repeat the phrases and then sparkle her way through the accompaniments to underscore the vocalists.

Vincit Amor,” is a Latin piece by Michael John Trotta. The lyrics translate to “Love conquers all, therefore let us surrender to love.” Denise reports that the piece is fun and the men really enjoy singing it.

“One Voice,” performed by an octet of women, is by Tom Shelton and is about how we can be a light to others. “A very nice blend,” says Denise, “and Robert Howard will provide flute accompaniment.” Additionally, an acapella sextet of men and women will perform “Underneath the Stars” by Kate Rusby, arranged by Jim Clements for the popular group Voces8. This piece reflects on feelings of love lost.

Rhythm, percussion and a joyous international flair are provided by a traditional Zambian folk song, “Bonse Aba,” which translates to “Those who sing can be called children of God.” A hand drum, shaker and Djembe (bass drum) will accompany sparkling lyrics and syncopation.

With a relaxed and easy groove and swinging sixteenth notes, “Count on Me” made famous by Bruno Mars and arranged for choir by Andy Beck, is a

Denise reflects on her musical leadership style by saying that “A choir is like a sculpture, a piece of clay. You begin by making a form, and when it begins to looks like what you want, you add the details and finesse it continually toward perfection.”

In celebration of the 50th+ anniversary, the Chorale would like especially to invite and recognize all past Chorale members and directors. Jo Waddell was the founding musical director, and Rich Dixon, Claudia Irwin and Denise Stookesberry round out the four directors in the Chorale’s long history.

Donations to celebrate the milestone can be made at any time at the concert, by mail to PO Box 1201, Estes Park, or to Dave Stookesberry, Chorale Treasurer. The Chorale is tax exempt under 501C3 and as a Charitable Organization in Colorado.

New singers are always welcome to join the Chorale at any time by looking to the web site www.estesparkchorale.com.

Tickets for the concerts are $10.00 each and can be obtained from any chorus member, at the door or at Macdonald Book Shop. A punch and cookies reception will be held after the 2 p. m. concert in the parish hall of the church, so join us to catch up, visit and enjoy the spring season.

Promise Them More National Volunteer Month

Our Youth Deserve More

More connection, more support, more security, more help, more attention, more empathy, more acceptance, more appreciation.

Mentoring partnerships provide all these things to youth who need it most, plus mentoring leads to even more-More confidence, more bonding, more skills, more positive choices, more social connections, more fulfillment, more self-assured, more hope.

You can promise local youth more by volunteering with Partners. We have a critical need for more adults to step into our mentor roles in order to provide services to more youth in Estes Park and northern Colorado. If you've been looking for ways to make a difference to

youth who are navigating these especially challenging times, we urge you to BE the difference and become a mentor.

Youth Mentoring:

What: Matched with one youth, build a trusting relationship

How: Spend time weekly, do activities you both like, set and pursue goals

Where: Out in the community, at your homes, and/or in schools

Activity Volunteers: Help transport and engage Nexus Youth in our monthly activities to give them new opportunities

For more information about Partners go to our website: www.poweredbypartners.org, call 970-577-9348, or email kwhitacre@poweredbypartners.org

April 29th Peak To Peak Concert Featuring Samantha Workman, Soprano

The Peak to Peak Concert Series features talented local musicians. The Series is pleased to present Samantha Workman in a vocal and instrumental concert, on Saturday, April 29, 2:00 p.m. at Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church, 2000 Ptarmigan Trail, Estes Park. The concert will be followed by a reception to meet and greet the performers.

Samantha’s concert will begin with an oboe selection, followed by a vocal Classical repertoire and then a Musical Theater repertoire. Samantha will be accompanied by Cynthia Hunt and Melinda Workman.

Samantha Workman has always been very musical! She was always singing as a child and started piano at age four. She added oboe while living in Idaho in beginning band in 6th grade. This was also the year that she discovered Musical Theater when she acted in her first show, “Yes, Virginia” as Charlotte with Dreamweaver Musical Theater in Nampa, ID. At the end of 6th grade she moved to Estes Park and jumped right into local Musical Theater by participating in the Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies production of “Shrek Jr.” Since moving here, she has participated in band and choir, and nearly every production available to her. With the Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies she has also been in “How to Eat Like a Child,” “Bye, Bye, Birdie Jr.,” “Broadway’s Back Musical Review,” “Disenchanted,” and will be auditioning for this summer’s “Little Mermaid Jr.” With Estes Park High School she has had featured ensemble or lead roles in “Legally Blonde,” “Clue Onstage,” “Mama Mia,” “Alice in Wonderland,” “Addams Family,” and “Puffs.” In 2022 she auditioned for and was accepted into the three-week Voice and Opera camp at the prestigious Inter-

lochen Arts Camp in Interlochen, Michigan. She also auditioned for and was accepted into the Colorado AllState Choir in both 2022 and 2023. She has been accepted into both the Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance and Bachelor of Fine Arts Musical Theater programs at the University of Northern Colorado and is waiting for final scholarship offer letters to arrive to finalize her decision on which program she will declare as her major. Samantha has been studying oboe with Becky Hunger of Livermore, CO since 2017 and voice with local teacher Denise Stookesberry since 2019.

The Peak to Peak Concert Series is sponsored by the Oratorio Society of Estes Park and spotlights local musicians. Concerts are free and open to the public, but donations are appreciated. More information about the series and the current schedule can be found at www.osep.info/peak-to-peak.

Estes Park Senior Citizens Center Menu

May 1 – 5

Monday, May 1 Smothered Chicken (6 oz) (topped w/ mushrooms, green peppers, & onions) w/ Roasted Potatoes

Tuesday, May 2 Mexican Platter (beef taco in corn shell, bean burrito topped w/ pork green chili & cheesy quesadilla) w/ refried beans

Wed., May 3 BBQ Chicken Breast w/ Grits, Corn Bread & vegetables

Thursday, May 4 Shepherd’s Pie (mashed potatoes, beef, gravy & vegetables) w/ Biscuit

Friday, May 5 Signature Salad w/ (8 grilled) Shrimp (greens topped w/ tomatoes, corn, cheese, craisins, pecans & croutons) w/ ranch dressing

May 8 – 12

Monday, May 8 Breakfast Burrito (eggs, cheese, refried beans & potatoes in floured tortilla) w/ green chili on the side

Tuesday, May 9 Vegetarian Lasagna w/ garlic bread & side salad

Wed., May 10 Crispy Chicken BLT Sandwich w/ 3-Bean Salad

Thursday, May 11 BBQ Pork Ribs (4) w/ Baked Beans & coleslaw

Friday, May 12 Trout (4 oz) w/ Baked Potato & soup of the day

Meals are $7 for current 2023 EP Senior Citizens Center members and are by reservation only. (Or 3 meals for $20; use pre-paid meal tickets.) Exact cash or check payment required. Reservations must be made by 1:00 PM at least one business day in advance. Note, if you want to reserve a meal for Monday, May 1st, you need to call before 1:00 PM on Friday, Apr 28th. For reservations call 970-581-2195 and leave a detailed message. Pre-paid meal tickets and membership forms are available at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center located at 1760 Olympian Lane.

The Center is OPEN (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10-1; Tuesday 10-2) TriFit (MWF 10:30-11:15); Yoga (TT 10:15-11:15); Mahjong (Tuesdays 10 – 2)

Live Music TBA (1st, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays @ noon); Presentation (3rd Tuesday @ noon)

Two Bridge Groups: 1st, 3rd, & 5th Wed. of the month & Every Thursday 12:30 - 4 PM

Reserved Meals-to-Go delivered to your vehicle or EAT at the Senior Citizens Center Check out our website: estesparkseniors.org or call for the latest information

Jake O’Malley 12th Grade

Congratulations

Jake is the son of Neil and Kimberly O’Malley.

At EPHS Jake’s favorite classes are Computer Aided Design and his I.T/Cybersecurity class down at the T.C.C (Thompson Career Campus). He has a 4.0 GPA and is proud of learning how to build computers, (he’s built four of them).

Outside of school he loves driving and thinking about cars. He loves learning about Volvos and said, “If you want to talk about Volvos, I’m the guy to talk to!” He loves flying drones, going for walks around the town and hiking! Jake hopes to do many more things in nature this summer. He has one sibling, a sister who he is very glad to have in his life.

When asked a place he’d love to visit,

Jake said, “A place I would really like to visit is either Japan or the Netherlands. I am considering moving to Europe in about 10 years, and I have heard that The Netherlands has the happiest kids in the world, which is exactly where I would like to raise my family. I would also love to visit Germany, Sweden and Switzerland, to experience European culture, to see if it’s a wise idea to move overseas later in my life. I’d also love to visit Japan because of the amazing photos of cherry blossoms, and because of their incredibly rich culture.” His favorite positive quote is “Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter, and those who matter don’t mind.” by Dr Seuss. Jake said, “This has to be one of my favorite quotes. Life is all about strong relationships, and if you can find people who support you in this life, everything will become substantially better. The people who truly care about you will stay in your life, the people who don’t, shouldn’t be in your life.”

The best piece of advice he’s ever received is from his Dad which is “The best type of power in this world is reserve power.” Jake said, “Would you rather have more horsepower than required, or not enough?” Jake also likes, “Life is a journey, don’t stress about trying to do everything you want to in one day” and “Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it” by Ferris Bueller.

After he graduates high school, Jake is planning to get an associates degree from one of the local community colleges, and then he’s considering switching to a university and getting his masters degree in the field of I.T/Cybersecurity. I am also looking to get into real estate within the next two years of my life, striving to have a Quadplex by the time I am 19 or 20 years old.

to Jake O’Malley, the Estes Park High School Student of the Week for April 28, 2023.

BOBCATS

ON THE RUN 5K!

Lake Estes

Saturday, May 6th at 10:00 AM

Please join the Elementary School Bobcats on the Run Club in running a 5K around Lake Estes. There will be a food truck, music, running, and fun! Meet at the marina pavilion. Picnic style - bring your own chairs or blankets. Parking is limited - carpooling is encouraged. Come cheer on our hard-working runners!

Contact: ashley_silva@psdr3.k12.co.us or lori_caban@psdr3.k12.co.us for more information!

Come See The New Beautiful Colors At The Stanley Home Museum

¡LINCES EN LA CARRERA 5K!

Lago Estes sábado 6 de mayo a las 10:00am

Únase a los Bobcats on the Run Club/El Club de Carrera de los Linces de la Escuela Primaria para correr una carrera de 5 km alrededor de Lake Estes. ¡Habrá un camión de comida, música, carreras y diversión! Reúnase en el pabellón de la marina. Estilo picnic/almuerzo campestre: traiga sus propias sillas o mantas. El estacionamiento es limitado; se recomienda compartir el transporte.

¡Vengan a animar a nuestros corredores!

Conta ashley_silva@psdr3.k12.co.us o lori_caban@psdr3.k12.co.us

The Stanley Home Museum and Education Center is excited to have completed the restoration of the wall colors Flora Stanley chose so many years ago in both the living room and dining room.

The colors for both rooms were carefully matched by Amy Vigil of Ben’s Painting Company located here in Estes Park. She used the colors of the burlap wallpaper fibers evident behind the electrical outlets in the rooms to identify the original color. The finished project looks gorgeous.

We are extremely thankful for the generosity of the Questers of Colorado, Frances Marshall and David Prawdzik for donating the funds to make this beautification happen.

We would also like to thank Ben’s Painting Company for the wonderful job they did at the Stanley Home. Their team was extremely careful and professional, and understood the historic nature of the home they were working in. They then went one step further and donated their time, talent and materials to complete painting of the sleeping porch and the stair risers in the home, providing a clean finished look. We are grateful to live in a community with so many people that are willing to help us in our mission to preserve the legacy of the Stanley’s in this historic home museum and tell their inspiring stories of helping create the Estes Park we enjoy today.

Questers of Colorado

Frances Marshall and David Prawdzik

REUNIÓN DE RETIRO PARA JOSÉ ALMEIDA RETIREMENT GET TOGETHER FOR JOSÉ ALMEIDA

INVITANDO A LA COMUNIDAD DE ESTES PARK EL DÍA 4 DE MAYO DE 4 PM A 6 PM

EN EL RESTAURANTE MOTHER'S CAFE EN EL CAMPO DE GOLF DE 18 HOYOS

INVITING THE COMMUNITY OF ESTES PARK MAY 4TH FROM 4 PM - 6 PM AT MOTHER'S CAFE 18TH HOLE GOLF COURSE

Acompáñanos a celebrar el retiro de Don José Almeida. Este será el último año escolar como Enlace Cultural del Distrito Escolar de Estes Park del Señor Almeida. José ha sido un gran propulsor, defensor y apoyo para la comunidad latina de Estes Park por mas de 12 años, siendo una de las personas más apreciadas y queridas de Estes Park. Tendremos platillos ligeros y el menu del café y bar estarán abiertos para pago en efectivo.

Join us to celebrate the retirement of José Almeida. This will be the last school year as Cultural Liaison for the Estes Park School District of Mr. Almeida. José has been a great promoter, advocate and supporter of the Estes Park Latino community for more than 12 years, being one of the most appreciated and loved people in Estes Park. We will offer light refreshments and the cafe's menu will be open for cash purchases as well as the bar.

Friday Niters Dance Club

Important Information about the Potential 2023-2024 Season.

Friday Niters Dance Club is a friendly group of social dancers located in Estes Park, Colorado for over 50 years. We dance to a variety of live music that enables us to do all the major dance styles from ballroom to swing to country. We enjoy foxtrot, swing, waltz, rhumba, cha cha, two-step, tango, west coast swing, nightclub two-step, and even line dancing.

Members, friends of Friday Niters Dance Club and potential new members: We had great dances in 2022 and past decades. We hope to provide many more with your help. Unfortunately, we need a minimum number of full season memberships by July 15th to plan for the next dance season.

If we can get annual membership commitments of 25 couples (50 people) paying $220 per couple ($110 per person), we can afford to continue dancing. Individual dancers are welcome! That equals $15.71 per dance per person. Many movies are that much plus popcorn and this entertainment burns calories.

A New Breath Of Sunshine To The Estes Park Sunrise Rotary

Carol and I enjoy our monthly run up to Estes, admiring gorgeous wildlife during the drive up an incredible canyon; experiencing Estes Park, where tourists from around the world travel great distances to play; and dancing with so many good and lighthearted people. We don’t want to watch Friday Niters disappear.

To that end, we are willing to manage the dances long distance another season—and teach free dance classes ahead of each dance when qualified dance instructor Greg Wendling is unable to teach. Guest dancers are welcome to join in the lesson for an additional $5. Will you each be a member for the full year and find more dancers?

Please start thinking about it now. Bring a potential new member to experience the club at one or all of these last dances. Then, invite them to join by July 15th for a full season of stellar dances.

Norm and Carol Rehme

970-481-3234

norm@rehme.com

carol@rehme.com

Free lesson before every dance!

Adult Chess Club Meets On Thursday Afternoons

Welcome to spring! We want you to know we are still here, still active, and still seeking new members. Our adult chess club meets at the Estes Park Rec Center every Thursday afternoon at 3:30 p.m. and we have our own downstairs room with plenty of tables, chairs, and boards. Not to mention the folks of differing levels of knowledge, all of whom are willing to share what they bring and play play play! For all of us the most important thing is to be able to participate and have some fun, so if you think that sounds good come and join us.

A couple of additional things - we have no dues or attendance requirements, but the facility does have a cost. Many of us use the Silver Sneakers feature of our health insurance to avoid paying for

membership, but the folks at the front desk can assist with a special rate for limited facility use, and they are always quite helpful. If you are not already a member please see them as needed. Also, we are currently helping a couple of our guys prepare for an upcoming chess tournament in Las Vegas and are learning chess notation and practicing the use of a timer clock, so there is always something more than games with us.

We can be contacted by phone (John Gintert @ 720-217-6677 or Michael Sisk @ 970-277-5232), or feel free to just drop in on Thursday afternoons. You will most certainly learn something new, and perhaps make some new friends!

in Japan for one year. As you can see from the photo, Stacey has lots of fun and fits in perfectly with members of Sunrise Rotary.

Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary is one of over 46,000 local clubs worldwide that are part of Rotary International. Rotary International is an association of more than 1.4 million members all over the world providing service to others, promoting integrity and advancing world understanding, goodwill and peace through the fellowship of business, pro-

fessional and community leaders. Locally, Sunrise Rotary raises money through the Labor Day Arts and Crafts Fair and the Autumn Gold Festival. The money that is raised is distributed through grants to local nonprofits to support international projects and to provide scholarships for local high school graduates.

Photo by Michael Barringer

The Birds Are Back In Town!

Photos by Stephanie Abegg

Estes Valley Chamber Singers To Present Ola Gjeilo’s Sunrise Mass

Sunrise Mass by the Norwegian composer Ola Gjeilo will be the featured work on the Estes Valley Chamber Singers’ Spring Concert to be held on Saturday, April 29th at 2:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies. This four movement work was written for eight voiced choir and string orchestra, and each movement, while using a traditional mass text, actually is centered around the earthly experiences of life; The Spheres (Kyrie), Sunrise (Gloria), The City (Credo), and The Ground (Sanctus/Benedictus and Agnus Dei). This is the most universally performed piece of 20th century choral works.

Composers find stimulus for creativity from many sources. For some it is a certain text or poem, for others it is the germ of a purely musical idea and—if for choir—the composer writes the music and then finds a text that will fit. So it is with this piece. It therefore is not truly a traditional choral mass, but the composer tries to take the listener on a spiritual journey, and he certainly does. After a brief intermission, the program continues its emotional content but this time through the music of theatre and film. Melissa Westover and Scott Anderson open the second half with “All I Ask Of You” from Phantom of the Opera This is one of the most beautiful duets

written for the stage, and leads right to the Singers performance of “Music of the Night” also from Phantom. The Chamber Singers men follow this piece with one of the oldest and most beloved love songs, “Danny Boy.”

The singers take a giant leap with the next song, which comes from the animated feature, The Lion King. Elton John’s, “Can You Feel the Love Tonight?” features Jeff Lindberg as soloist. This piece won Elton John an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song. Terry Van Ryn follows with “Someone To Watch Over Me.” This is one of the Gershwin’s most iconic songs which made its Broadway debut in the smash hit musical “Oh, Kay!” in 1926. If anyone reading this

happened to be at that opening night, please let us know.

Now Coloradoans are known for their love of pets. They are part of the family and even go on vacations with them. Well, Scott Anderson also loves his animals and they love him, and he likes singing about them; especially his cat. And Scott will sing about it in, “I Bought Me A Cat.”

The Singers close the program with “My Funny Valentine. ” This very well known hit song was written by Rogers and Hart for the 1937 Broadway show, Babes in Arms

So join us on Saturday, April 29th at 2:00 p.m. for this afternoon of music. Admission is free but donations are welcome and appreciated.

Whoah, We’re Halfway There

By: Brian Shaffer

The Neighbors in Need Challenge is off to a very good start. We’re halfway to our $100,000 goal of matching dollars. As Bon Jovi would say, “Whoah, we’re halfway there. Whoah-oh, livin’ on a prayer. Take my hand and we’ll make it if I share…” Or, something like that. Seriously, we appreciate the many ways people give back to the community. We have individuals, family foundations, businesses, churches and organizations who give multiple times throughout the year to support the work we do of feeding hungry people, keeping them housed, and taking care of the basic necessities of life when they come up short. Within the last week I have watched some of our neighbors who have come in for assistance express their appreciation for the help we’ve given and this melts our hearts. One person in particular has been living in his truck for the last few years and will now be housed in an affordable public housing unit. Our staff and a couple key volunteers were instrumental in bringing this success story together. Each person took a special interest in this individual and one step led to another until all the pieces came into place for him to transition from a miserable living condition to a comfortable, secure housing space where he has more control of his health and well-being. A good night’s sleep does wonders for a person; not to mention a nice warm shower and a place to cook nutritious meals every day. We sometimes take these little conveniences for granted, so I’m glad to be reminded of what I think is good and necessary for myself should also be something good and necessary to provide for others. It’s the loving your neighbor as well as you love yourself thing. When you partner with Crossroads you are helping make dreams come true for a lot of neighbors. Thank you for doing this! We feel extremely blessed to have an extensive network of partners committed to make sure no one is alone in their struggle. One of our partners is the Village Thrift Shop. Since 2016 we have been sending clients to them with a designated voucher to shop for items that

they would need such as clothing and household goods. Every year we have intentions of paying for the vouchers that were redeemed at the thrift shop, but as of yet we have not had to pay for anything because of the generous partnership we have with the good folks at Village Thrift Shop. Just last year they gave $1,633 of donated inventory to our neighbors in need that we sent to them from Crossroads. I know some of these neighbors are from the Ukraine and they are loving the items they have found at the thrift shop. Thank you so much VTS for helping take care good of our neighbors! In addition to the voucher program, we just received a $15,000 grant from them to help us assist more people throughout this coming year. What you might not know is that this extra-ordinary group of volunteers who serve at the Village Thrift Shop has given out over $1,000,000 dollars to support nonprofit organizations in the Estes Valley. That’s One-Million-Dollars being reinvested into our community! What a great mission and purpose to have as a thrift shop. I know we generally like to recruit people to serve at Crossroads and don’t get me wrong we still do, but right now I’d like to encourage any of you reading this to consider giving a few hours to the Village Thrift Shop to help them continue doing what they do best. Here's a little description that I found on their website that gives a glimpse of why they do what they do.

Village Thrift Shop, Inc. is a non-profit charitable organization that serves the Estes Valley by funding grants to local non-profit agencies and providing affordable goods to individuals. We are a non-profit 501(c) (3) and your donations are tax-deductible.

We rely on donations and volunteer labor to maximize the distribution of funds to the community; all moneys above basic expenses will be used for the benefit of the Estes Valley.

We are committed to responsible use of resources by recycling and putting quality donated goods back into the hands of the community.

Adopt A Duck For Crossroads

By: Brian Schaffer

I didn’t want to duck out on an opportunity to ask you to purchase a Quack Pack on behalf of Crossroads Ministry. For every duck you purchase we’re able to feed a family for one week. What’s even better is that we will double any money coming in during the months of April and May. It’s a great time to partner with us to help keep people afloat who are on the verge of drowning

amongst the tormentous waves of life crashing in on them. It’s a challenging time for many of our neighbors, and even though it might look like they’re calm above the water, underneath they’re paddling like crazy to get to calmer waters. You can make a quick and easy donation by visiting www.epduckrace.org or by using the QR code.

We really appreciate your support during our Neighbors in Need Challenge.

NASA’s OSIRIS-REx Mission: Saying Goodbye To Asteroid Bennu And Hello To The Returned Sample

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Is the subject of this month’s Estes Valley Astronomical Society (EVAS) meeting. EVAS in conjunction with The Estes Park Memorial Observatory is offering a free public open house/star night on Saturday, April 29. The goal of EVAS is to promote amateur astronomy and education in the Estes valley.

The primary objective of NASA’s Origins-Spectral Interpretation-Resource Identification-Security-Regolith Explorer (OSIRIS-REx) mission is to explore and return a pristine sample from the asteroid Bennu to help scientists understand the origin and evolution of our solar system, and how life began. After arriving at Bennu in 2018, the spacecraft gathered data to understand the asteroid and select a sampling site. A sample was collected successfully in October 2020 and OSIRIS-REx began its return to Earth in May 2021. The latest analyses of Bennu and our predictions for what we will see in the returned sample, arriving in September 2023, will be the subject of our lecture.

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Our returning speaker this month is Dr. Vicky Hamilton. Vicky is an Institute Scientist at Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) in Boulder, Colorado. She received her Ph. D. from Arizona State University and her A. B. from Occidental College. Vicky has extensive experience with laboratory spectroscopy and planetary data analysis, having worked on NASA’s Mars Global Surveyor, Mars Science Laboratory, 2001 Mars Odyssey, OSIRIS-REx, and Lucy missions. She has built, operates, and manages a NASA-supported spectroscopy laboratory equipped to measure rocks, minerals, and meteorites. In her spare time, Vicky enjoys photography, art, hiking,

and archery.

The observatory is just north of the high school at 1600 Manford Ave. Park in the teacher’s parking lot between the high school and the observatory. The doors will open at 7:00 p.m. and the meeting will start at 7:30 p.m. The presentation, including a question and answer period, lasts about an hour. After the presentation, weather permitting, we will look through our new 16 inch dome telescope at various celestial objects. Information about the meeting can be found on the observatory website at: www.AngelsAbove.Org.

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OSIRIS-Rex Approaches Asteroid Bennu. Photo credit Lockheed Martin.

News From The Art Center Of Estes Park

New exhibit opening: “Visions in Oil” featuring artist members

Bruce Boynton and Andrea Gabel

Bruce Boynton: My goal is to paint visions of peaceful and interesting outdoor scenes in a representational style, capturing the light and depth of the scene. I want the viewer to be able to enjoy a sense of being outdoors in nature. I sometimes paint outdoors (plein air), but most of my gallery work is painted

shy little girl. Then at age 10, I saw a movie on television about Leonardo DaVinci. That’s when I proclaimed that I would become an artist when I grew up.

Being out in the world and experiencing the excitement of life around me is energizing. I want my paintings to remind people that our earth and existence is special and wonderful. Positive energy is so important. It is a love for ourselves and our world that I want to express, be it a magical green forest, a dry hillside, or a colorful city. All of it is teeming with amazing life and energy.

outstanding work of the other Art Center artist members, including other works in oil painting, watercolor, pastel, jewelry, ceramics, charcoal, graphite, glass, wood, sculpture, fiber, photography, printmaking and mixed media.

The Art Center is open Friday-Monday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Beginning May 19, daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Art classes in May:

Zen Gone Wild: A Botanical Inspired Zendala with Minnette Riordan May 6. “Shapes and Mixing Nature’s Greens” with Cathy Goodale May 24. Register online or at the Art Center. Visit our website at www.artcenterofestes.com.

profit organization which provides a facility to support the work of local and regional artists, striving to promote exhibition, education,

in the studio where I can take my time. I generally use a limited palette of six to eight colors and enjoy the challenge of mixing warm and cool colors. While a painting is often based on a real place, I try to let creativity and instinct influence the process.

I grew up in a small town in central Connecticut with lots of time to explore the surrounding woods and rolling hills, sometimes on horseback. Here in Colorado, I’ve enjoyed the trails in Rocky Mountain National Park and other areas around this beautiful state. These outdoor experiences influence the subject matter of my paintings. Most of my paintings are inspired by Colorado locations, especially Rocky Mountain National Park.

Andrea Gabel: When I colored a circus train and tiger in the first grade, I was rewarded with much attention, my picture was held up to the class! I loved making it and there was much praise that went to a very

Adopt a Duck to Benefit Youth in Partners

The Duck Race in Estes is so fun—anyone can adopt a duck- and if yours is one of the fastest, you’ll win big prizes! Plus, $22 of every adoption directly supports Partners at adopt.epduckrace.org/products/ partners. Partners doesn’t charge the youth or their families anything for being in our programs. Your support helps us help more youth in our community.

My home is in Fort Collins, Colorado, and I have a studio at 3 Square Art. My children, their spouses and grandchildren live close by in the Denver area. In my spare time I also enjoy scuba diving, camping, and pickleball.

Opening Reception: April 28 5-7 p.m. Opening weekend door prizes: Two paintings are being offered – “My Backyard” donated by Bruce Boynton and “Woodland Rabbit” donated by Andrea Gabel, entries can be made between 11 a.m. April 28 to 5 p.m. May 1, at which time names will be drawn and the winners notified.

Also on display in the gallery are the

New Satellite Exhibits: Estes Park Health featuring Cynthia Price Reedy and US Bank featuring Laura Davis. Ongoing exhibits at VERT and Snowy Peaks Winery.

The Art Center of Estes Park is a non-

and excellence in the visual arts. Proceeds benefit the artist and contribute to the Art Center’s education and community outreach. The Art Center is located at 517 Big Thompson Avenue, in Middle Stanley Village, below Safeway and above Subway. For more information, please call the Art Center at 970-586-5882 or visit our website at www.artcenterofestes.com.

970-691-7083

Win With The Stickers!

Vic Anderson To Perform Free Concert

At Noon On Tuesday, May 2

Everyone is invited to attend a free concert with musician Vic Anderson –Cowboy Troubadour, at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 2 at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center (EPSCC), 1760 Olympian Lane. Refreshments are provided. Feel free to bring your lunch or order ahead (see below).

Vic Anderson has been the ultimate professional performer for over 50 years. He is a singer/songwriter, threetime international yodeling champion, world class melodic whistler, author, columnist, former ranch/rodeo cowboy, past member of the Lazy B Chuckwagon, and Cowboy Troubadour. He sings the songs you have heard in western movies, around a campfire, and on radio and television. His music has been featured in a movie, several television productions, and on stages throughout the Western United States, Canada, and Germany.

Vic entertains at cowboy gatherings, senior facilities, weddings, dances or wherever good, wholesome, family entertainment is needed. Vic is available to entertain from bars to barns, cornfields

to concert halls. You can find more information about Vic at www.vicanderson.com. If you are interested in having him perform at your upcoming event, private or public, contact Vic at 970-214-5020 or mtyodeler@hotmail.com.

If you are ordering lunch, the meal Tuesday will be a Mexican platter with refried beans. The cost of a meal is $7 for EPSCC members and $10 for nonmembers. You must order your meal before 1:00 p.m. on Monday, May 1. Become a member of the EPSCC for just $30 per year and take advantage of lunch discounts and all our great programs. To order a meal, or for more information about the EPSCC, please call the Coordinator, Tonya Martin, at (970) 581-2195.

This community presentation is organized and sponsored by Renee Hodgden of RE/MAX Mountain Brokers. Renee is certified as a Seniors Real Estate Specialist by the National Association of Realtors and can be reached at rhodgden@remax.net.

Meet The Buyers For The Trail Ridge Store & Café - Rocky Mountain National Park

Attention all local vendors, artists, and authors! Xanterra Travel Collection is having their first Meet The Buyer event of 2023. Xanterra is always looking for locally made, unique, and good quality products for the guests who visit Rocky Mountain National Park and the Trail Ridge Store & Cafe.

Xanterra Travel Collection is planning this in person Meet The Buyer event May 2, 2023. Buyers will be available from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. to talk about your products and the potential of incorporating your crafts into our assortment for the 2023 season.

Categories we are interested in from local vendors and artisans are:

Locally made Rocky Mountain souvenirs, tee-shirts, mugs, etc. Handcrafted pottery, carvings, paintings, gifts, and jewelry

Handcrafted local candies, jams, jellies, and snacks

Please contact Nancy Strong at the email address below. We are requesting product pictures, or a website URL be sent in the initial email.

Xanterra Parks & Resorts

Rocky Mountain National Park 945 Moraine Avenue

Estes Park, Colorado 80517 970-586-2133

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By: Larry Strong

During the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City the nation of Tanzania was represented by John Stephen Akhwari to compete in the marathon. During the race Akhwari cramped up due to the high altitude of the city. At about the 12 mile mark of the 26.2 mile race he took a hard fall as runners were jockeying for position. His head, knee and shoulder were injured and race officials encouraged him to drop out. Instead, he kept running. Enduring significant pain from his injuries, Akhwari fi nally entered the Olympic Stadium over an hour af ter the winner. A small fraction of the people in the sta dium re mained as a television crew received word there was one last runner at tempting to finish.

As Akhwari struggled into the stadium toward the finish line a loud cheer, disproportionate to the size of the crowd, rose up encouraging Akhwari to keep putting one foot ahead of the other. As he crossed the finish line another loud cheer came from the small crowd. When the interviewer later asked why he continued running, he said, “My country did not send me 5,000 miles to start the race; they sent me 5,000 miles to finish the race.”

For once in a race the finishing time was irrelevant. Akhwari’s parents had taught him, “Whatever you start stick with it.” Finishing in last place, Akhwari was a winner because he stuck with it. Win with the stickers!

It has been said, “It’s not how you start that’s important, but how you finish!”

Last Saturday at Men on Fire we had the blessing of paying tribute to one of our guys who died recently. In some ways this brother kind of reminds me of Akhwari. Our brother navigated a traumatic brain injury in his life and was a tad battered and bruised. But to us he was a winner. He won the ultimate prize because of his willingness to stick to and with the Person his faith was squarely in—Jesus Christ. To our brother now residing in Heaven,

“Thanks for helping us win with a Men on Fire meets Saturday’s, 8:00 a.m. at the American Legion for “Breakfast with a Purpose.” We’re guys with diverse faith journey’s representing many different churches—including none—who gather together to encourage and sharpen each other and continue our quest to become better men by God’s grace. Like our brother who has now graduated to Glory, we’re spurred on to “fight the good fight, finish the race and keep the faith.” (2 Timothy 4:7).

So come join us at the American Legion Saturday at 8:00 a.m. Like Akhwari, all of us know what it’s like to take a fall. We know too well what it feels like to be beat up, forlorn and feeling like throwing in the towel. Defeat and failure?

We’re way too familiar with both. But we’re suiting up, showing up, putting one foot in front of the other and keeping our eyes on the prize. Yes, we may be battered and bruised and a bit worse for the wear but we’re sticking with it. Come “Win with the Stickers!”

2023 Spring Session

Week 16 Results

MOB 6 Linda’s Boys 12 7522 4 Big Break 14 Wheel Goes Round 8 Stray Cats 10

If interested in playing or starting a team contact Joyce Hughes at (970) 586-2281

The Effects Of Agricultural Climate Change

By: Judi Smith

Although there is a lot of disagreement on what to do now – we have reached a point where most individuals believe that, collectively, humans have mistreated the Earth, consuming her resources with no thought of later generations. As Chief Seattle said, “We do not inherit the Earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.”

The Cambridge Dictionary defines the point of no return as “the stage at which it is no longer possible to stop what you are doing” or when a foregone conclusion “cannot be avoided or prevented. “They” (the scientific segment of our society) have set the global warming “point of no return” at 1½ degrees Celsius hotter than the Industrial Age. Now at 1.1 degrees hotter, we are already 73% of the way to that point. I researched predictions for the date of that terminal point and found 2050 – 2040 –2030 – 2027 with earlier dates in later releases. This is NOT a straight-line calculation. The upward curve is increasing so an even earlier date is more likely.

Heatwaves, and the resulting drought and wildfire, as well as summer heatwaves, are increasing faster than predicted. Conversely, extreme rainfall and the pursuant flooding is ahead of schedule as well. When a prolonged drought occurs, the land hardens as it dries. Then a heavy rain cannot penetrate the hardened crust and the water moves across the top.

The loss of sea ice, while a legitimate concern, is easy to ignore, as is the rising sea-level – if you do not live near the coast. But similar effects are happening to our rivers and lakes. Warmer temperatures means snow and ice melt sooner and faster, often too fast for the ground to accept. The result is the same, water with nowhere to go. Here, we know, all too well, the effects of flood – not only in damages, but also reflected in increased exclusion clauses and the rising cost of insurance.

The Colorado River provides water to farms, homes and businesses across our western states. People depend upon water for hydration, not only of crops, but for drinking water. The “bathtub ring” that appears over “The River” is deepening as the water evaporates. There is talk of closing (actually bypassing) Lake Powell to protect Lake Mead which, very

soon, could drop below electrification levels. We all remember losing power last month (except homes with solar, of course). But this could become a common occurrence without the Hoover Dam. Can you imagine Las Vegas in the dark?

But the United States, despite drought, fire, flood, tornados, and hurricanes, has gotten off relatively easy. We have the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Not all countries provide this luxury. Many parts of the world have experienced more severe drought and pursuant saturation, and/or violent weather events – with little or no national rescue funds available to individuals. However, we have the capability to change that. The World Bank, owned by 189 member countries, is “scanning all proposed projects for climate risk.” In an agricultural effort to “increase productivity, enhance resilience, and reduce emissions.” They currently have Climate Smart Agriculture projects in Bangladesh, China, the Philippines, Uruguay, Brazil, Columbia, Mexico, Morocco, North Macedonia, Yemen, Uzbekistan, Niger, Pakistan, Kenya, Malawi, Maharashtra, and Kazakhstan among others.

We are educating our young in a new way of farming, growing a new generation of farmers who are cognizant of the need to build soil carbon, reduce greenhouse gas emissions (ghg), improve efficiency in water use, and promote sustainable land practices. We must work to waste less food. (Over 30% of food produced is wasted or lost.) … create less emissions … improve nutrition … raise crop yields and livestock productivity per acre … while improving ocean health and maintaining biodiversity. Besides considerable mitigation to survive Considerable adaption will be needed, long before the point of no return. Locally, and soon, our summers will elongate. Our growing season will change. More pests (like grasshoppers and mosquitos) will be evident. Some of our animals (starting with the pika) will move to the tundra. The heat of the day may be too hot for outside activity. How will this effect the local economy?

This week, Antonio Guterres, United Nations Secretary General, said, in his address to the General Assembly, that “Today’s policies would make our world 2.8 degrees centigrade hotter by the end of this century. And this is a death sentence.” My one year-old great grandson will only be 77 then.

Minutes Matter And We Are Not Fireproof In The Estes Valley

To The Editor:

‘It comes down to improper behavior’: Recent wildfires in Colorado were human-caused — and preventable (newsbreak.com)

Excerpted this from above Denver Gazette, 22 April 2023 article –Humans cause of 85% to 90% of wildfires in the United States, according to the U. S. Forest Service and the National Interagency Fire Center.

“It’s frustrating”, said Colorado Springs Fire Marshal Brett Lacey.

“When I speak to the public, what I’ll typically say is the top three causes of our wildfires are men, women and children,” he said

“While I’m adding a little levity, the fact is it comes down to improper behavior.”

“People are negligent when building campfires, handling barbecue grills, discarding cigarette butts, disposing of ashes, letting metal drag from vehicles, welding outdoors and just plain messing around with fire”, Lacey said.

The fires that can be prevented by human behaviors are the fires that we must target and ideally never need to call our firefighters. Along these lines the upcoming Ballot Mill Levy for the Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) will increase funding to strengthen three key components:

1. Bolster recruitment/training/retention of our stellar resident volunteers of which these women and men are absolutely the core backbone of the fire

district,

2. Target improving response times by minutes faster to roll out of the station with 24/7 in-house staffing of three additional paid firefighters, and

3. Augment our prevention division for education outreach especially due to the fact that we are fully surrounded by wildland-urban interface and there are so many opportunities to target negligent behaviors that can spark disaster.

Newsflash - Did you know that Estes Park is adding three new fire hydrants on Elkhorn Avenue between Riverside and Moraine, one of which is the first on the south side of the street? Finally after the 100+ years of our historic business corridor! Congrats and huge kudos to the Town Planning, Water District and Fire Prevention teams this year –they capitalized on the need to replace the ruptured old water main downtown and installed three additional hydrants on downtown Elkhorn.

The EVFPD is a group of modern day superheroes who also happen to be an indispensable core of volunteers and we citizens cannot shun our duty to support these incredible men and women who serve to protect our lives and property!

Please let your vote be a resounding YES on Ballot Issue A for the EVFPD to help us all be safer and reduce the preventable risks wherever possible! Minutes matter and we are not fireproof!

Brian Tseng MD/PhD EVFPD Board, Treasurer

Alcoholics Anonymous & Other Recovery Meetings

AA of Glen Haven- Every Monday night at the Town Hall at 6:30 p.m. Also Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Glen Haven Town Hall. Book study meeting.

Early Worms-Monday thru Saturday at 7:00 a.m. (Tues., Thurs. & Saturday hybrid meetings with Zoom #796 839 839 PW:Worms20) at St. Bartholomew Church, 880 MacGregor Ave.

Fall River Group

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held at 453 West Elkhorn:

Mon., Weds., at Noon

Fri. at 7:00 p.m.

Zoom Meetings-Everyday at noon

Zoom #999 829 166 (no password needed).

Monday Zoom Big Book study at 7 p.m. #654 598 884 (no password needed).

Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Zoom #999 829 166

Celebrate Recovery -If you are one of these people who struggle with addiction, compulsions, and destructive behaviors as well as the lies which drive them, please consider coming to Celebrate Recovery and discover the joy of being set free. We meet on Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for snacks and fellowship, being honest with ourselves and others, at the Christian Church of Estes Park, 4655 US Hwy. 36, Estes Park, CO. There is a seat for you.

Note: The AA Meeting website has over 6,000 members and there are 69 AA Meetings a week plus NA has 30 meetings a week.

Go to www.intherooms.com

Vote Yes On The Estes Valley Fire Protection District Ballot Issue A

To The Editor:

Since 2010 the Estes Valley has experienced 20% growth in full time population and a 50% growth in annual visitation, resulting in a 44% increase in the Fire District call volume. Costs of essential fire equipment and maintenance costs continue to rise. We live in a beautiful natural area but one that is in constant threat of wildfires. We are blessed to have a talented and dedicated volunteer force to help serve the needs of our community, however for the Fire District to continue to provide a high level

of service and meet the growing needs, it is vitally important and necessary to provide additional funding now. The increased funds will be used to provide: additional resources for the volunteer program; necessary maintenance of equipment; and an expansion of wildfire and other fire prevention programs. The additional mill levy increase will result in a property tax increase of $101/year for a $500,000 home. That seems like a reasonable amount to make our community safer.

Jack Boatman, Estes Park

Thoughts Regarding Fire Protection District Ballot Measure

I am writing with regard to the ballot measure to increase funds to support our Fire Protection District. Given the fires in the last few years and the likelihood of more fires in the future due to increased drought and temperatures , it is imperative that we augment the ability of our firefighters to help mitigate the intensity, duration, and destruction of those fires. Personally, I have been evacuated three times in the last few years due to the East Troublesome Fire, the Kruger fire, and the house fire of my next door neighbor. My next door neighbor’s fire was put out by the fire fighters despite the fact that they had to send up an additional water truck because the first one got stuck on our road in the middle of January.

The additional funds are critical in order to increase the number of firefighters, facilities, equipment, and fire mitigation measures throughout the valley. While this will result in an increase in

property taxes, the enhanced ability to fight, prevent, and mitigate should result in a better ability to slow down increases in fire insurance costs. In our current situation, we have had massive increases in insurance costs and fire insurance cancellations. Personally, I have been canceled by two different insurers because of fire risk issues. A key enhancement will be the ability to have fire fighters available 24/7 which will result in a much quicker response time.

Some people have expressed a preference for a sales tax over a property tax. This was not an option since the Town is unwilling to increase the sales tax. In any event, it is critical that the ability and readiness of our Fire Department be enhanced given current and projected population increases and the probability of more fires in the future.

Tom Street Estes Park

Thank You First Responders

To the wonderful professional first-responders of Estes Park,

Thank you, thank you, thank you very much! Last Friday, the sound of an obnoxious alarm alerted me to my neighbor’s condo. Her door was unlocked, I peeked in and encountered a roomful of white smoke and the insistent smoke alarm. My neighbor did not answer my call (she was at the doctor’s office, as I remembered later). I shut the door and called 9-1-1.

A very professional operator answered, assured me help was on the way, and that I did the right thing by not entering. Shortly, several emergency vehicles and numerous fire personnel (including three women), all decked out in heavy emergency gear, arrived. They almost immediately diagnosed the situation as being caused by a pot left simmering on the stove (my neighbor had been cooking eggs and forgot when she left for her appointment). They used fans and equipment to clear the air, after doing a

Supporting Steve Alper

Dear Editor,

I’m voting for Steve Alper in the upcoming election to the Park Hospital board. Steve Alper is a clear and insightful thinker.

He has years of experience as lead administrator of a large medical facility. He is energetic and willing to put in enormous amounts of time working with the board and hospital leadership. And he is dedicated to life in the Estes Valley.

These attributes qualify him to continue serving on the hospital board. This would be important at any time. It is essential in the current moment when small town and rural hospitals across the country are struggling for survival. I believe this is why Steve Alper was endorsed by the Trail Gazette. It is why I heartily endorse Steve Alper as well.

John Long Estes Park

Voting Yes On Ballot Issue 8a

To The Editor:

As a 17 year-long resident and business owner in Estes Park I believe excellent, sustainable health care is a critical issue for our community.

The challenges health care providers are experiencing is having a significant negative impact on both rural and critical access hospitals across the nation. Affiliation will benefit EPH in bringing intellectual and capital resources as well as a large system insurance network increasing our ability to maintain financial security.

I will be voting yes on ballot issue 8a and urge you to support this initiative now, allowing the board to enter into

multi-year financial agreements. Timing is of the essence.

Elect a board who can work in collaboration for a vision to delivering healthcare in Estes Park. The hospital currently has an excellent operational management team and health care staff. We need a board who can lead in response to the national issues imposed on our local community.

Please support re-election of incumbent board members Bill Pinkham and Steve Alper, as well as, the addition of Cory Workman.

Diane Muno Community resident and business owner

Estes Park Health Board Election Vote For Steve Alper

thorough job looking through the condo.

I was totally impressed by the responders’ helpfulness, understanding, professionalism, knowledge, assessment of the situation, immediate actions, and assurances that everything would be all right (including the canary, two cats, and some fish, and the rest of us in the building). While not a total emergency, it certainly could have been, if not handled properly and with the best equipment and personnel available. These excellent firefighters perhaps saved our homes and lives. With wildfire season approaching, they deserve our utmost consideration and appreciation. How can you thank them enough?

Will I vote for anything that adds to the support of their department? Heck, yeah, I will! It’s only money. Versus our property, possessions and lives.

With gratitude,

Juley Harvey Estes Park

To The Editor: Estes Park Health is our community hospital. We are privileged as voters to have the opportunity to determine the future course of our hospital. While voting is a right, it also comes with a civic duty to participate. May 2 is the date for election/re-election of board members. We are asked to select three out of six candidates for the open slots. We are also asked to vote on a ballot measure allowing the board to enter into a multiple-year financial obligation that would be part of any affiliation agreement.

Once the ballot measure is approved, the new Estes Park Health Board is charged to negotiate the best possible affiliation agreement for our hospital benefitting all residents of Estes Park and

the many visitors. It is of outmost importance that the board has members with extensive experience in the administration of a hospital and first-hand knowledge of hospital operations. This is where Dr. Steve Alper comes in. He is currently the treasurer of the Board and committed to putting in as much time as is needed to successfully overcome the challenges of a rural hospital. He has many years of experience as leader of a large medical facility and is an asset for the negotiations of any affiliation agreement. Dr. Alper is a knowledgeable ambassador for our hospital – he deserves a vote from every participant in the May 2 election.

Max Salfinger, MD, year-round resident of Estes Park

Supporting Brigitte Foust For Hospital Board

To The Editor:

I am writing in support of Brigitte Foust for Estes Park Health Hospital Board.

I have known and worked with Brigitte for many years. She is a sound and dependable leader. I have witnessed Brigitte lead her radiological team through many trials and tribulations. She provide to be a knowledgable and highly capable leader. Brigitte was one of few leaders at EPH that was able to retained much of her existing staff during the very trying times of COVID.

When I was employed by the hospital I had the fortunate experience of working closely with Brigitte because of the high use of x-ray in my practice. On countless

occasions she proved to be invaluable with direction, trouble shooting and knowledge. If there ever was a problem with the x-ray (c-arm) machine I was working with, she either knew the answer or obtained the answer for a very quick and appropriate "fix".

Brigitte's open door policy, direct approach to leadership and management style, along with her knowledge of hospital budget and departmental leadership proves she would be the ideal candidate for the Estes Park Health hospital board.

Please vote for Brigitte!

Thank you, Mary Bolgeo

Support For Stephen Alper

To The Editor:

When Stephen Alper first ran for the Park Hospital District Board of Directors, we supported him because of his depth of experience and a valuable perspective to be able to support keeping our hospital and clinic viable for the future. Stephen Alper’s experience spans over 25 years in hospital and clinic administration that can help our board guide our facility forward. The future of healthcare is facing uncertainty which

will effect rural hospitals like ours most and those inevitable changes can benefit from Steve’s knowledge experience. He has overseen team building, technology and budget ranking and he brings that background to Estes Park Health, which can result in optimum patient care.

Please join us in voting for Steve so that he can continue his level of expertise on the board.

Kent and Judi Smith

Support for Bill Pinkham’s Re-election To The Estes Park Health Board

As a member of our community, I support Bill Pinkham for re-election to the Estes Park Health Board of Directors. Bill’s many years of service to our community on numerous Boards including serving as Estes Park Town Mayor for 8 years, and as an Estes Park Health Board member for 6 years, enable him to have a unique and in-depth understanding of

our community and its healthcare needs. This experience and knowledge will be very important in Estes Park Health’s ongoing discussions on affiliation with larger non-profit healthcare organizations. Please re-elect Bill Pinkham to the EPH Board.

David Batey

Estes Park Quota Extends Heartfelt Thanks To Taste Supporters

To The Editor:

WOW…if you missed last week’s annual Taste of Estes, you truly missed out!

The Quota Club of Estes Park would like to say thank you to all who helped make the 36th Annual Taste of Estes a huge success. The participation of our wonderful restaurants, generous sponsors, basket donors and the many community members that came out for an evening of wonderful food and fellowship, was phenomenal.

The money raised through this event helps to fund a variety of Estes Park Quota Club community projects here in Estes Park. These projects include the Loan Closet at the hospital, Student Grants, Hearing and Speech projects, Service to Youth, Service to Seniors, and Community Action projects, as well as many additional community needs. There are so many wonderful people and businesses we would like to thank. Let us start with OUR SPONSORS. You all make this event financially possible for us, so that all our ticket sales are able to go right back into our community, so thank you very much: Bank of Estes Park, Bank of Colorado, Edward JonesDerek Vigne, Estes Park News, First Colorado Realty, Investment Center of Estes Park, Kind Coffee, Richardson Realty, State Farm - Susan Fereday. and last but certainly not least, The YMCA of the Rockies.

Next up are our PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS: You all give so much of your time, energy and amazing food and drink to make this night the success that it is. The food this year was absolutely wonderful, so a huge thank you to: (in alphabetical order) Avant Garde Aleworks, Bird & Jim, Cinnamon’s Bakery, Claire’s Restaurant & Grill, Cousin Pat’s, Egg of Estes, Estes Park Sugar Shack, Estes Thai, Full Throttle Distillery & Grill, Hunters Chop House, Mother’s Cafe, Oskar Blues Fooderies, Rock Cut Brewery, Rocky Mountain

Woman’s Club Meeting News

Fellowship and a tasty buffet meal at the American Legion were enjoyed at

tive action to safely coexist with wildland fire. The Ready, Set, Go model prepares us for wildfire. All this information and more is readily available from the Estes Valley Fire Protection District. Many thanks to all the members that were able to bring pretzels and goldfish crackers to the meeting. What a great way to help out the EP Elementary School students.

Our next meeting will be on May 10 at the Twin Owls Steakhouse. This is an important meeting as we will be installing our new officers and honoring past presidents. It will also be our last meeting until fall. Advance reservations are needed for this meeting and you may make them at epwclubreservations@gmail.com. We hope that you will be able to join us.

Don't forget to buy those ducks for the May 6th Duck Race to support our EPWC.

110 Years of Service to Estes Valley non-profit organizations

Deli, Seasoned: An American Bistro, SereniTEA Tea Room ,Snowy Peaks Winery, Squatchy Donuts, Starbucks, Sweet Basilico, The Taffy Shop,YMCA of the Rockies and You Need Pie!.

Many of our local businesses generously provided GIFT BASKETS for our drawing. Thank you so much for donating these incredible baskets - A la Carte Kitchen & Gourmet, Alpenglow Images & Accents, Beef Jerky Experience, Blades, Christmas Shoppe, Colorado Homestead, Craftsmen in Leather, Dakota Jewelry and Gifts, Estes Park Sugar Shack, Guardians of the Park, Haley’s Ice Cream, hyk, Images of Rocky Mountain National Park, Joy House, Mary Jane’s, Mocha Angelo’s, Omnibus, Once Upon a Hive, Patricia Gaultier Owen, Rocket Fizz, Rocky Mountain Majesty, Simply Christmas, Simply Elegant Gifts of Estes Park, Stuffed, Three Blessed Gems, The Grey House, The White Orchid, Wild Spirits Ltd. Gallery Gifts

For advertising, we cannot thank The Estes Park News enough for all their ads and constant support, as well as all those in town who hosted one of our many posters; thank you! And a big shout out to both Macdonald Book Store and the Visitor’s Center for helping us to sell the tickets to Taste. Finally, I would be remiss if I didn’t thank all our many nonQuota volunteers and helpers, (our spouses, friends and significant others). WE couldn’t have pulled off all the little intricacies of the evening without you!

The many things Quota does in this community would not be possible without the kind and generous help of all of you that participated in one way or another! We hope everyone enjoyed themselves as much as we did, and that you will plan to join us again next year!

Thanks for everything!

Vicki Wright & Bekah Gatchel Co-Chairs, Taste of Estes Estes Park Quota Club

the April Woman’s Club meeting. Then, we got down to business with Fire Chief David Wolf, our featured speaker. His animated and informative presentation highlighted the statistics of fire risk in our Estes Valley. These not so fun facts that Colorado had the most declared disasters in the last 20 years, and Larimer County the most in the state were eyeopening. But the good news is that we are not powerless! We can prevent some disasters, we can be more resilient when disasters occur, and we must understand how to recover. Estes Park can become a Fire Adapted Community by being informed and taking collabora-

Re-elect Steve Alper To The Estes Park Health Board

As a resident of the Park Hospital District, I fully support Steve Alper for reelection to the Estes Park Health (EPH) Board of Directors. Steve’s many years of experience as a very successful healthcare administrator and his three years of service as EPH Finance Committee Chair have given him deep familiarity with Estes Park Health’s finances and operations. Steve will be able to use this

knowledge and experience to play a key role in Estes Park Health’s ongoing affiliation discussions with larger non-profit healthcare services organizations. Steve will work to ensure our community has excellent healthcare for years to come. Please re-elect Steve Alper to the EPH Board.

David Batey

Celebration Of Life For Cora Estelle Altick Petrocine

Dear Family and Friends, We will be gathering to remember and celebrate our dear Coke Petrocine on what would have been her 100th birthday, Monday, May 1st to be held at the American Legion Hall, 850 North St. Vrain Ave., Estes Park from 11-2, with buffet lunch offered for free. At 1 p.m., we will invite family and friends to stand up and deliver tributes to and loving memories of Coke. This portion of the gathering will be offered live via Zoom and via recording to family and friends who are unable to attend in person.

For more information contact Emie Petrocine (epetrocine@gmail.com) or 970-232-8290. Condolence cards may be sent to 645 Pinewood Lane, Estes Park, CO 80517.

We hope you will be able to participate in this loving Celebration of Life for Coke!

From her obituary November, 2022: Estes Park old-timer, Cora Altick Petrocine, passed away Wednesday,

November 23, 2022, in Estes Park, Colorado. Coke, or Cokie as she was called, was the grand old age of 99 and a half, and always told anyone who would listen how grateful she was to have lived such a long and wonderful life in such a beautiful place. She wanted all her friends and family to know that she loved them and that she believed she would see them again.

Born on May 1,1923, in Wichita, Kansas, Coke was the first of the three daughters of Ernie and Helen Altick. In 1926 at the age of three, Coke spent the summer living with her parents at the Bear Lake School, which was started by Frank Cheley, who later founded Land 'O Peaks Camp (Cheley Colorado Camps) at the base of Twin Sisters. She attended grade school at the Wichita Country Day School founded by her father, who was also the Headmaster. During that time, Ernie Altick took his Wichita students on Camp-As-We-Go summer trips throughout the wild west, with Coke and her younger sister tagging along.

Charlotte Anne Gee

The Marvin Gee family invites you to a "Celebration of Char’s Life,” Sunday, April 30th, at Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies, 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Char died at Pathways Hospice last fall at the age of ninety-four; she was a Retreat resident for thirty years.

Don Eugene Miller of Loveland, CO, passed away peacefully at home on March 30, 2023.

He was born October 8, 1935, in Iola, KS, to Estle Leroy Miller and Georgia Naomi Nethery. He grew up in Sedan, KS. then attended the Coffeyville Junior College. He then transferred to Kansas University in Lawrence where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science and a Master’s degree in Geology. While at KU he met the love of his life, Amy Kipp. Amy and Don married in Allenspark, CO in 1956 and soon started a family.

He began his professional career as a groundwater geologist working for the Kansas Geological Survey, conducting many field surveys in the counties of Eastern and Northern Kansas. In 1967 he was hired by Union Carbide as a Uranium mining geologist and moved the family to Monticello, UT, and later to Dolores, CO.

In 1969 he was hired by the Missouri Geological Survey as a groundwater geologist. At MGS, he authored many publications about the ground water resources of Missouri, and testified as an expert witness in the Times Beach hearings about dioxin contamination of the water supply.

Upon his retirement from MGS, he and Amy moved to Estes Park where they had spent many summer vacations as a family.

A lifelong mineral and fossil collector, he took a “retirement” job at The Ore Cart, a rock and mineral shop in Estes Park. He enjoyed being the “resident geologist” and meeting visitors from around the world.

Don was always interested in the history of the Old West, particularly mining. He excelled at many avoca-

tions including watercolor painting of cowboys and western scenes, lost wax casting of belt buckles, and Hopi Kachina carving.

Don was a member of the Geological Society of America and the American Association of Petroleum Geologists.

He is survived by son Gregg E. Miller (Margi) of Loveland, CO, daughters Conni K. St. Pierre (Edward) of Bethel, ME, Cynthia A. Miller of St.Paul, MN, grandchildren Krisanne Miller (Phil Giebel) of Fraser, CO, Matthew Miller (Claire Aitken) of John’s Island SC.

He is predeceased by his beloved Amy (Kipp) on 1/26/23, and daughter Judith Lynn Miller.

Jolie Luo and Henry Worang were “adopted” by Amy and Don after they had been caregivers of daughter Judy before she passed away in 2012.

Joint memorial services for Don and Amy will be held July 7th at 11:00 a.m. in St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church in Estes Park, CO.

Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to to The Rocky Mountain Conservancy, or St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, Estes Park, CO.

Don Miller

Photo by Laura Irwin

Our

Estes Park School District R-3

Hiring for the 2023-24 school year

General Maintenance District Social Worker

District Nurse

Bilingual Spanish/English Paraprofessional

Preschool Paraprofessional Special Education Paraprofessional

Elementary Counselor

Middle School Counselor

Bus Drivers & Small Vehicle Operators

Nutrition Services

Elementary Teacher Speech Language Pathologist

School Psychologist

Occupational Therapist

Athletic Coaching

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

Secondary Math Teacher

Secondary Spanish Special Education Teacher

Rams Horn Village Resort has a year round, part time position available in our Activities/Hospitality Department: $18-20/hour. Responsibilities include exceptional customer service, weekly shopping, food prep, and assisting with weekend events for guests. Approx 16-20 hrs/wk. Can also work in Guest Services/Housekeeping department for full time employment, which includes summer bonus and benefits package. Fill out an application at Rams Horn Village Resort, 1565 Colo. Hwy 66. EEOE

Part-time and Seasonal Retail Clerks in RMNP

Rocky Mountain Conservancy

 Seasonal: Mid-May – Mid-October, 2023

 8-40 hours/week

 PT/FT & seasonal available

 $19.00/hour

Ques ons? Call 970-586-0121

E-mail to apply: Opportunity@RMConservancy.org

RMConservancy.org

Full or Part Time Retail Position

Starting right away. Responsible for sales; pricing & displaying merch; cleaning store; unpacking/entering items in comp. Need person who enjoys dealing w/ people, has decent comp skills & enjoys cleaning. Some wknds & eve's reqd (summer). Apply at 160 W Elkhorn Ave.

kim_morris@psdr3.k12.co.us

https://www.applitrack.com/estess chools/onlineapp/

3 Great Stores - All Positions Available

$18.00 to $20.00 to start plus Commission & Bonuses. Great discounts!

Full & Part Time positions available.

Drop resume at Plum Creek or email peter@plumcreekshoes.com

Town of Estes Park, Events Department, has a job opportunity for an Events Operation Supervisor

Formerly Rocky Mountain Transit Management HIRING!

Parking Lot Attendants & Bus Washers/Cleaners $21.00 per hour. Seasonal work May-Oct. Varied shifts, part-time or more. Info 970-577-7477

Rams Horn Village Resort has year round full time and part time positions available in our Guest Services/Housekeeping Department: $17-19/hour, plus tips, a summer bonus up to $1500, and benefits package for full time employees. We are looking for energetic, dependable people who are able to perform physical labor and who have strong customer service skills. Fridays and Saturdays are required. Fill out an application at Rams Horn Village Resort, 1565 Colo. Hwy 66. EEOE

Ensures all of the core buildings

lodges are locked and/or secure after hours. $13.65/hour, on-site dormitory-style housing available, 3 meals day/7days per week, and more perks!

For details please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/ careers/estespark?

The Town of Estes Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Photo by Paul Marcotte

Other Employment Opportunities

Are you looking for something that is a calling rather than a job? Good Samaritan offers many opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others. If you want more out of your work than just a paycheck…check out our employment opportunities at www.good-sam.com. All training provided, QMAP qualification paid for, great benefits!

VOLUNTEERS

More than 40 percent of seniors report regularly experiencing loneliness. Good Samaritan Estes Park Village senior living community offer socialization, meal programs and wellness/activity programs to combat loneliness, gently supporting our residents that nurture their body, mind and soul. One of the ways we want to enhance this is through our volunteer program. We will pair seniors with friends in the community who can share their interests and offer companionship.

If you are looking to make a different in the lives of others, contact the Good Samaritan Estes Park Village. (970) 577-7700 ext 200 and ask for Irene.

Rocky Mountain Gateway

Now Hiring For Kitchen Staff and Servers

Gift Shop Cashier. Housing available. Apply in person. 3450 Fall River Rd.

Rocky Mountain Conservancy Retail Warehouse Worker

Seeking a team player to work with the Conservancy’s retail team in warehouse opera ons in RMNP.

 FT/Part me; year round; $19 – $19.50/hr

 Assists with warehouse opera ons, pricing and product delivery

 Receives and stocks merchandise, large boxes and pallets, and displays

 Opera on of vehicles - clean MVR required

 Knowledge of inventory quality control a plus See full posi on descrip on on our website before applying Call 970-586-0121 for applica on informa on & ques ons; to apply, e-mail: Opportunity@RMConservancy.org

Rocky Mountain Conservancy Town of Estes Park Retail Clerks

at the Estes Park Visitor Center

Seeking team players to work at the Conservancy Nature Store in the Estes Park Visitor Center

 Full- me; 40 hrs/wk with benefits; $19.00 – 19.50/hr

 Experience with marke ng or sales a plus

 Customer service experience required

 Cash-handling experience required

 Familiarity with computers and digital processes needed

 Knowledge in local natural/cultural history desirable

 High school diploma or GED required

See full posi on descrip on on our website before applying. For applica on informa on, ques ons, or to apply, e-mail Opportunity@RMConservancy.org Or, call 970-586-0121

RMConservancy.org

Retail Manager (FT) and Seasonal Clerks (PT/FT)

Apply in person at Dakotah Jewelry or Sterling Pony in downtown Estes.

Join Our Team!

Part-time and Seasonal Positions

We are accepting applications for Part-Time Lifeguards and Seasonal Full-Time and Part-Time positions for Golf Pro Shop, Golf Starters and Rangers, Golf Maintenance and Marina Attendants.

Seasonal Campgrounds

Maintenance Supervisor

Do you enjoy working outdoors? This position will work with and supervise Campground Maintenance staff to maintain the Mary’s Lake and East Portal Campgrounds. Maintenance duties will include various landscaping tasks, building tent pads, and making minor repairs to facilities. The position will start in mid-April and end in mid-October.

Youth Tennis Instructor

Do you have experience working with youth and/or instructing tennis. This position will be responsible for developing age-appropriated group tennis lessons for youth, ages 4-12 years old. You need knowledge of tennis rules, terminology, and equipment, and safety protocols. This program will be offered at the Stanley Park Tennis Courts on June 6- July 20 on T/TH mornings

(skipping July 4th week).

To learn more about these positions and apply on-line go to evrpd.com. Estes

Recreation and Park District is an

opportunity employer.

RMConservancy.org

Full Time Teller

Ideal candidates will have prior cash handling and customer service experience. Additional requirements include attention to detail, strong computer and problem solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team oriented environment. Year round position with excellent benefits including medical, dental, 401(K) and paid time off. $19-$21/hour.

Please apply at : www.bankofcolorado.com

NOW HIRING

Apply at 854 Dunraven Street, Estes Park CO 970/586-1085

mtnvalleyestes@gmail.com

S u PERvISoR

Responsible for providing care from children 6 weeks to 1.5 years old. Must meet State of Colorado qualifications for a group leader of a child care center. $21$23/hour with full benefits and employee perks. Eligible for $10,000 sign on bonus through the town of Estes Park. www.w o r k inther o c k ies. o rg

Rocky Mountain Conservancy Warehouse Manager

Full-time plus benefits; $21 – $24/hr

Seeking an experienced team player to manage the warehouse for the Conservancy Nature Stores in Rocky Mountain Naonal Park visitor centers. Primary responsibilies include: managing the mely and safe receipt, storage, retrieval and shipping of merchandise, conducng periodic inventories, and maintaining quality control procedures on all incoming merchandise.

• Trains warehouse staff; maintains warehouse facilies and locaons

• Experience and understanding of warehouse procedures a plus

• Oversees retail vehicle maintenance

• Weekends and some holidays possible

• Clean MVR required

Apply: E-mail cover leer and resumé to Opportunity@RMConservancy.org

See full posi on descrip on at RMConservancy.org/employment

Responsible

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3

WORK WHILE YOUR CHILD IS IN SCHOOL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED

• At least 18 years old and eligible to work in the U.S.

• Able to pass post-offer/pre-work physical demands and lift test

• Able to lift 50 pounds routinely

• Willing to work hard and multi-task

• Team work and reliability a must

• Confidential and trustworthy

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: Apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp.

Only online applications accepted.

Salary range is $15.32 to $17.32 with single benefits. Up to five years of similar work experience may be granted. Position open until filled. Estes Park School District R-3 is an equal opportunity employer

LOOKING FOR ART LOVERS!

Join one of the top 10 Galleries in the USA featuring all American Art with 2 location in Estes Park.

Full and Part Time Sales Positions Available.

Retail sales experience required. Must be friendly and outgoing and willing to go the extra mile for our customers.

We offer:

• Very competitive wages

• Attractive employee discounts

• Profit Sharing

• A great work environment surrounded by beautiful American art!

Please drop off resume in person at: 360 E. Elkhorn Ave. or, Email to info@earthwoodartisans.com

Harmony is Hiring Belong to something that matters. See your value every day. Connect with your calling. We have full & part-time opportunities for:

• Licensed Counselors

• Nurses

• Cleaning Crew

• Maintenance

• Case Management

• Food Services

• Behavioral Health Tech Check out our website for job duties & salary ranges www.harmonyfoundation.com/ history/careers. Stop by our office at 1600 Fish Hatchery Road to apply or email your resume to hr@harmonyfoundationinc.com. We look forward to meeting you!

Harmony está contratando Pertenece a algo que importa. Vea su valor todos los días. Conéctate con tu vocación. Tenemos oportunidades a tiempo completo y parcial para:

• Consejeros Licenciados

• Enfermeras

• Equipo de limpieza

• Mantenimiento

• Gestión de casos

• Servicios de Alimentación

• Tecnología de salud conductual Visite nuestro sitio web para conocer los deberes laborales y los rangos salariales www.harmonyfoundation.com/ history/careers.

Pase por nuestra oficina en 1600 Fish Hatchery Road para solicitar o envíe su currículum vitae por correo electrónico a hr@harmonyfoundationinc.com.

¡Esperamos conocerte!

You've just found it! Fun family business

Outdoor World retail clothing and equipment year round stores needs you. Starting at $17.0030.00 per hour. Retail, managing, selling, merchandising and cleaning. You must be cheerful and like people. Choose your hours. Ages 15 to 80. Call Ernie 24 hours a day any day. 970 232 8290.

AIRBITS INTERNET NOW HIRING FOR OFFICE RECEPTIONIST

Customer service skills, computer literate, answer phone, take payments and banking. References need to be provided.

Five days a week from 8a.m. to 4p.m., Monday through Friday.

Phone: 970-586-7522

RESTAURANT MANAGER, Line Cook and other positions

*apply within*

We are looking for YOU! Come be part of a fast-paced and FUN full-service restaurant team. We are looking to hire hard-working, self-motivated and high energy individuals to join our staff.

The Restaurant Manager position demands daily creativity, excellent communication skills, and the ability to maintain the highest level of professional standards. The Restaurant Manager must work well under pressure, be organized, flexible, self-motivated, reliable, and willing to work early hours. I am considering all experienced Restaurant Managers for this position. Requirements for this position are; inventory control, budgeting and maintaining cost, controlling labor, scheduling, safety and sanitation. Ensuring great service and culinary experience for our guests. Experience in proper food handling techniques and administrative skills. Salary 55,000-65,000 per year, plus some benefits.

Now hiring Shuttle Drivers

Part-time/Full-time year-round employment. Clean Valid Colorado Driver license (no special license needed). $18-20/hr plus tips with a $4 morning and night shift differential. Apply within at: Estes Park Shuttle 551 South Saint Vrain Ave

Tire Technician

Perform tire related and light automotive services. $15 - $20/hr depending on experience. Flexible time off options, at cost vehicle repairs. Valid drivers license required. Apply in person at 1633 Raven Ave or call (970) 586-8085 or email office@estestireandauto.com.

Full-time

Civil Engineer I - II (term limited)

Emergency Services Dispatcher I – III

Events Maintenance Worker I

Events Operation Supervisor Finance Director/Treasurer

Grant Writer

Housing and Childcare Manager

Street Equipment Specialist I - III

Water Plant Operator I - IV

Water Superintendent

Seasonal Community Service Officer

Parks Maintenance Worker Visitor Information Assistant

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Cutter Get your application at: www.albertsoncompanies.com

After your application has been completed, please call our hiring manager Ann at 970.586.4447.

Need

Must

Village Goldsmith, Inc.

We currently have job openings for jewelry art lovers in our workshop/gallery

Explore your creativity

SALES ASSOCIATE

Fine jewelry retail sales, Business management

Open every day. We offer competitive pay, summer bonus potential, flexible scheduling.

235 West Elkhorn Avenue (970)586-5659 villagegoldsmith@airbits.com

HIRING TODAY!

DIESEL MECHANICS AND CDL DRIVERS

Pay Starting at $26/hr

Shift : Monday – Friday, starting around 6/7 AM $5000 Sign on Bonus

Apply at Careers.wm.com or send your resume to bkenned5@wm.com

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Solitude Cabins and Lodge is now hiring for: Full or Part time

Front Desk Agent, Strip and Preppers $17-20/hr depending on experience.

Please call 970-577-7777 ask for Kay

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WorldMark Estes Park Resort is hiring!

Housekeepers $20/hr and Groundskeepers $18.50/hr

Offering a diverse range of comprehensive health and welfare benefits to meet your needs and support you throughout your career with us. Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Resort Discounts and More!

Join Way Finder Cleaning!

No experience needed, we offer professional training. Start at $20/hour with potential to earn over $30 with tips and benefits. Enjoy a supportive team environment, opportunities for advancement, paid vacation/sick leave, and 401k. Apply now at www.Wayfindercleaning.com or call 720-570-6944.

Silver Saddle Inn

Now hiring:

Front Desk Clerk

Evenings required, Full time $17/hr - $22/hr DOE, Benefits Must be non-smoker. Apply in person: 1260 Big Thompson Ave. or email resume: info@estesresort.com

TRANSPORTATION RENTALS RENTALS SALES ANIMAL/PETS HOUSEHOLD

Commercial Rentals

OFFICE SPACE For Rent

970-290-4488

237 W. Elkhorn

$3,000 per month. 12’ x 24’ with loft. Waterwheel Shops. Good location for artist, sculptor, tailor, yarn shop or craftsperson. 970-586-6308

Room/Roommate

Large Room w/king bed—tv/wifi incl—private bath,parking. Avail now thru May 31, April prorated. private entrance/exit, shared kitchen/living room, Sits on 3 acres, 5 min walk to town,1 person only. $750/mo.

970 389 7656

Short Term

Trailers/Campers

2020 Heartland Big Country 3902 FL 5th wheel for sale in Estes Park 65,000 OBO Please call 936-400-9274

Misc.

Misc.

Garage Sales

3 bdr 2.5 bath monthly vacation rental. Amazing mtn. views, sunny open floor plan, spacious deck. Close to Estes Park town & RMNP. VRBO #3271657.

Wants To Rent

Single adult female without pets searching for long term apt downtown. Born and raised in Estes Park. Excellent full-time job, excellent references, non smoker, quiet. $1,200 max. 970.973.8880

SERVICES

Sewing/Alterations

Remixed Custom Sewing Services. NEW LOCATION! RV Cushions, outdoor furniture, benches, leather and Industrial Repair. Call for appointment 970-492-5446

Piano Tuning

Susan Novy, local piano tuner. Call for appt. 577-1755 www.estesparkpiano tuner.com

Kimball Baby Grand Petite Piano. 5’ 5” Front to Back. In “like new” condition. Piano is in a dark mahogany finish. Flawless condition. Piano and bench and some piano music Priced at $3495.00. Call for an appointment. 970-586-3507.

7232 Cumulus Dr. Estes Park, CO.

REAL ESTATE

Commercial Commercial Spaces for sale and lease. Call Eric. Anderson Realty. 586-2950

3 Dog Crates Sm $25, Med $50, Lg $75 OBO 970-413-1719

SALES

Garage Sales

Moving Sale

King bed, dressers, kitchen tables, lift recliner chair, 8’ banquet table, rocking chair, end tables, entertainment center, videos, cd’s, kitchen items, linens, tools, ladder, shovels, wheel barrel, some men’s clothing and much more. Everything must go.

Friday 4-28, Saturday 4-29. 9am to 3pm.

BIG GARAGE Sale 922 Peak View Dr Kitchen items, cookbooks, moose & CO decor, deer heads, sports equip, crib, toys, games, puzzles, linens, grill, games, puzzles, golf clubs, books, twin bunkie board, dart board & MUCH MORE! Fri 12 - 4, Sat & Sun 9 - 4

April 29 - “Weather

Permitting” Community YARD Sale -8 A.M. until Noon Masonic Lodge1820 S. St. Vrain Ave. Spaces available for rent $20.00

For Details call: 577-8585

Estate Sales ESTATE/MOVING SALE

Need to have one, but seems overwhelming. We do the work, you make the $. Local, Affordable, References. CALL JUDI 970-215-5548

PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER

970-586-4418

www.aspen-eyecare.com

600 S Saint Vrain Ave - Suite 5

•equipped to evaluate macular degeneration, glaucoma and cataracts

•same day appointments for eye pain and emergencies

•referral access to specialized surgeons & advocacy for the best care

•full service optical for specialized eyewear

Comprehensive Eyecare Right Here in Estes Park! FLOORING

Wendy, Amy, Markus

HAWKEYE PAINTING

“Birds Eye View with a Brush” Polly Hawkins

“For All Your Painting and Staining Needs!”

303-747-2778 970-449-3513 polyhawkzen@gmail.com