Estes Park News, September 1, 2023

Young Bandit At First Light

adorable young raccoon enjoys the warm morning sunshine on his back. Raccoons are omnivores and opportunistic eaters, meaning they feed on whatever food is most convenient.

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Rocky Mountain Craft Spirits Festival October 21

Sip, Sample, and Celebrate Colorado’s Craft Distilleries

The Rocky Mountain Craft Spirits Festival presented by Elkins Whisky returns to the Estes Park Event Center Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. This festival showcases the finest spirits the Colorado Rockies have to offer. Festival goers will receive a commemorative tasting glass to sample spirits from 35 different craft distilleries, listen to live music, hear talks featuring industry experts, play bar games, and much more. Tickets for the festival are $40.

For those looking to dive a little deeper into Craft Spirits, consider signing up for our Colorado Single Malt Whiskey Seminar. This special educational and tasting event is taught by Executive Bourbon Steward, Whisky Ambassador, and Chartered Master Bourbon Taster, Dr. Howell Wright. The Whiskey Seminar runs from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21 and includes special curriculum designed around our distillery participants, a boxed lunch, and early admission to the festival. Tickets are $90 and space is limited to 20 students. For more information and to purchase tickets please visit www.EPSpirits.com or call Kevin McDonald at 970-577-3905. Lodging specials for attendees can be found through event sponsors, Quality Inn of Estes Park, Murphy’s Resort, and Murphy’s River Lodge.

Town Offices Closed In Observance Of Labor Day

Town of Estes Park municipal offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 4, in observance of Labor Day. Offices will resume normal operating hours Tuesday, Sept. 5.

Celebrating 20 Years Of Service In The Estes Valley: Join Restorative Justice For A Free Community BBQ

This year, Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership (EVRJP) is celebrating 20 years of service to the community. Since its founding in 2003, EVRJP’s restorative processes have helped repair harm following crime and wrongdoing; brought parties together to address conflict and create sustainable solutions; created safe spaces to explore issues and ideas; and provided structured support to build connections, promote development and practice positive decision making. Given all of that and more, it’s time to celebrate!

Please join EVRJP for a free community BBQ on Saturday, Sept. 30. from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Stanley Park Osprey Pavilion in celebration of this exciting 20-year milestone. All are welcome and the more the merrier! In addition to fun games and activities, free hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, and cookies will be provided.

Learn more about how EVRJP serves and supports the community and find information on current events and volunteer opportunities at www.estes.org/restorativejustice.

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Updates Regarding Sister Cities Association

As the newly seated board of directors for the Estes Park Sister Cities Association (EPSCA) continues to rebuild the organization, two important dates are coming up in September:

• Wednesday, September 6 (regular meeting of the EPSCA board): the deadline by which nominations for board positions must be submitted for an election that will be held on Sept. 13 following the membership recruitment party.

• Wednesday, September 13: EPSCA is hosting a festive membership recruitment party from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the Estes Park Museum, located at 200 Fourth Street. Anyone who is interested in the Sister Cities partnership between Estes Park and Monteverde, Costa Rica, is welcome to attend.

If you, or someone you know, is interested in serving on the board of directors for Estes Park Sister Cities Association, please send an email to: info@epsistercities.org and submit a nomination by September 6. Nomina-

tion information must include the nominee’s name and address, and should also express the nominee’s qualifications and reasons for wanting to serve on the board of directors. The election for board members will be held at the end of the Sept. 13 membership recruitment party. Nominees for the board must be willing to attend all meetings. The board generally meets quarterly, and arrangements can be made for virtual attendance via Zoom.

At the membership recruitment party on Sept. 13, there will be a brief informative program explaining the organization’s goals and future plans, and refreshments will be served. A new annual membership fee structure was recently adopted by the board. During the pandemic, EPSCA’s 501(c)3 tax-exempt status was deactivated but has been reinstated by the IRS. The Town of Estes Park and the Estes Park Sister Cities Association executed a new Memorandum of Understanding on August 16, 2023.

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

On 8/20/2023 at 10:44 p.m. police were called to Steamer Dr. / Steamer Pkwy. on a report of a motor vehicle accident. On scene, they charged a 19 year old male from Estes Park with careless driving and driving a vehicle without a license. He was issued a citation and later released.

On 8/21/2023 at 9:40 a.m. police were called to 333 E. Wonderview Ave. on an alarm. On scene they contacted a 36 year old male from Lafayette, CO who was found to be wanted on a warrant. The male was arrested and transported to the Larimer County Jail.

On 8/23/2023 at 1:32 a.m. police stopped the driver of a vehicle at S. St. Vrain Ave. / Lexington Ln. for traffic violations. The driver, a 69 year old female from Fresno, California was found to be driving under the influence of alcohol and she was charged with DUI, improper use of turn signal and failure to drive in a single lane. She was arrested and later released on summons from EPPD.

On 8/23/2023 at 5:20 a.m. police stopped a 73 year old female driver from Littleton, CO in the 300 block of East

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 August 20th, 2023

Elkhorn Avenue for a traffic violation. The woman was issued a citation for failure to drive in single lane and driving vehicle without drivers license and later released.

On 8/25/2023 at 9:58 a.m. police contacted the owner of a business in the 900 block of Moraine Ave. regarding a bear in the dumpster. The 73 year old male from Estes Park was issued a citation for a violation of the Wildlife Protection Ordinance.

On 8/27/2023 at 2:06 p.m. police were called to a hit and run motor vehicle accident in the 300 block of MacGregor Ave. On scene they discovered the driver, a 62 year old female from Estes Park was driving under the influence of alcohol and she was charged with DUI and failure to notify police of an accident. She was issued a summons and later released from the EPPD.

On 8/27/2023 10:04 p.m. police were called to a disturbance in the 300 block of West Elkhorn Ave. where they contacted a 22 year old male from Estes Park and charged him with indecent exposure. He was arrested and transported to the Larimer County Jail.

the Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) responded to 11 calls for service. This included:

• Motor Vehicle Crash (MVC): 2

• Alarm Activation: 2

• Emergency Medical (assist EPH): 6

• Assist: 1

SEPT 2013

It poured rain for days and didn’t stop.

In September 2013, parts of Northern Colorado endured tremendous rainfall which led to destructive flooding and loss of life. We all remember it as the 2013 Flood. Bridges were destroyed, roads disappeared, lives were lost, and public and personal property damage was extensive.

Larimer County is commemorating the 10-year anniversary of the 2013 flood which impacted our lives, brought us together, and strengthened our commu-

nity in many ways, while fostering community collaboration and resilience.

The commemoration also celebrates the volunteer spirit of our community -- recovering from this disaster and how we work to protect our communities.

Join us for the 2013 Flood 10-year Commemoration, it’s free and open to the public. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Glen Haven Town Hall, Sept. 9, 2023, 7408 Larimer County Road #43, Glen Haven, CO 80532.

SEPT 2013

Take A History Hike!

On Thursday, August 31 at 9:00 a.m. discover Estes Park’s past on a history hike that explores the Birch Ruins and Cabin with the Estes Park Museum. Participants will be guided by trained docents to explore historical photographs from the Museum's collection to aid in comparing the past to the present, while walking the trails of the Centennial Open Space at Knoll-Willows. Tours are free, donations are welcome. The tour begins at 9:00 a.m. at the northeast corner of Bond Park (next to the bronze Enos Mills sculpture at MacGregor and Park Avenues). First come, first served; no reservations required. Space limited to about 12 people, comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Information regarding parking near Elkhorn Avenue can be found at estes.org/parking. For

the most up-to-date information from the Estes Park Museum visit estes.org/museum.

Birch Ruins and Cabin History Hikes explore the story of Denver Post editor and promoter, Albert ‘Al’ Birch, who spent his summers in Estes Park. In 1907, his bungalow caught fire leaving only the stone ruins. After the fire, Birch built a small cabin lower on the knoll. Today, the Estes Park Museum maintains the cabin and ruins in collaboration with the Town of Estes Park and the Estes Valley Land Trust. The site is listed on the Colorado State Register of Historic Properties. Additionally, the tour will discuss the growth and development of the Town of Estes Park, the Elkhorn Avenue corridor, and the connection to the Stanley Hotel.

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Nominations Open For Bank of Estes Park Golden Antler Award

Bank of Estes Park and the Estes Chamber of Commerce are proud to announce something new and exciting— the Bank of Estes Park Golden Antler Award! This award will recognize a person or organization that has made a tremendous, meaningful, and positive impact on our community. Then, that person will be able to select a local nonprofit to receive a $5,000 grant from Bank of Estes Park!

Nomination forms will be available through the Chamber website www.esteschamber.org as well as at any Bank of Estes Park location by September 5th, and nominations will be accepted through the month of September. The bank will collect the nominations, and will determine eligibility, and after that, an independent selection committee of community leaders will select the winner (or winners, if it decides to split the award). The award winner and the nonprofit grant recipient will be announced at a community reception at Bank of Estes Park on National Philanthropy Day, November 15th (does not conflict with the EPNRC’s event the week prior), so plan on swinging by the bank for food and fun that evening!

So, who do you know who has made a tremendous impact for good in our

community? Look over the nomination form, and see if maybe they might be a good candidate to be nominated for the Golden Antler Award! For details, rules and restrictions, please see the nomination form.

Founded in 1965, right here in town, Bank of Estes Park is the only truly local bank in the Estes valley. Serving our clients and our community is our passion—it’s the heart of who we are. We take the word “local” very seriously, and wanted to find a way to recognize those locals who share in our passion for accomplishing great things and for lifting this community up. We are very grateful to the Estes Chamber of Commerce for partnering with us to help make this happen, as well as to those who take the time to nominate any of the tremendously impactful people who help make a difference in our little town. Most of all, we are grateful to our clients and neighbors who have a relationship with us--who bank and borrow at their local bank! It is only because of you that we are able to support our community in such unique and exceptional ways. So please help us recognize someone spectacular—someone deserving of the first (hopefully, annual) Bank of Estes Park Golden Antler Award!

Mark Your Calendars For The 47th Annual Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival

In Estes Park September 8

Get your tickets today for the 47th annual Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival in Estes Park, Colo. This year’s festival is dedicated to its late founder, Dr. James Durward, who passed away in May. After 43 years at the helm of the festival, Dr. Durward passed the leadership torch to his daughter, Peggy Young. Thanks to Young and the Durward family, Dr. Durward’s legacy will live on for years to come.

Join us to find out what keeps Coloradans coming back for more family fun every year. The festival has something for everyone – featuring, world class Scottish Highland Athletic competitions, hurling demonstrations, Irish and Highland dance performances, dog exhibitions, folk and rock musical performances, Scottish and Irish food, drinks and crafts. Attendees can participate in a Scotch Whiskey tasting seminar Friday through Sunday and enjoy North America’s largest Celtic parade on Saturday morning that runs through the heart of Estes.

The Estes Park International Tattoo –one of the largest and longest established military music displays in the United States – will take place during the Festival on Friday and Saturday evening.

The Festival is a Colorado nonprofit and has been a top attraction and highlight in Estes Park for 47 years. The Festival needs your help to keep going for generations to come. There are several ways to help. Purchase tickets to this

year’s Festival and Tattoo or make a donation via the Festival website. Your donation is tax deductible.

The Festival takes place Friday, September 8th to Sunday, September 10th, 2023. Festival open: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily.

Festival Parade in downtown Estes on Elkhorn Ave.: 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 9th

Estes Park International Tattoo: 7:30 p.m. on September 8th and 9th

Estes Park Folk Concert: 7:30 p.m. on Friday, September 8th

Estes Park Ceilidh Rock Concert: 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 9th

The fun takes place at the Estes Park Event Complex, 1209 Manford Avenue Estes Park.

Order tickets today. Visit ScotFest.com. Children five and under are admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult.

Don’t miss an opportunity to meet with School Administrators and Board Members Wednesday, September 20 at 10:00 a.m. at the American Legion Hall, 850 N. St. Vrain. All are welcome. No registration is necessary. At this meeting, you’ll learn more about, and get to ask questions about:

• Strengths and challenges in the EP schools; vision, mission, beliefs and the five year strategic plan adopted in May

Learn With The League

2023, by Ruby Bode. Ruby joined Estes Park School District in 2005 and is Superintendent of Estes Park Schools.

• Role of a school board member by Stacy Ferree. School board members are in a unique position to serve as a link between the community

Sunrise Rotary Displays Pure Water System At Labor Day Arts & Crafts Show

When The Estes Park Labor Day Arts & Crafts Show opens on September 2nd in Bond Park, the public will be introduced to a Solar and Wind Powered SunSpring™ Hybrid water purification system that provides enough safe drinking water (up to 20,000 liters daily) for developing communities around the world, reducing the risk of debilitating water-borne disease. The SunSpring Hybrid (invented right here in Colorado by Innovative Water Technologies™, IWT) has global applications for helping solve the world’s clean water crisis. IWT, along with Rotary and other non-profit organizations, have served 38 countries to date.

The Estes Park Labor Day Arts & Crafts Show features 91 artisans displaying hand-crafted works in Bond Park on Sept. 2, 3 and 4. Booths will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday and from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Monday. The Solar and Wind Powered SunSpring Hybrid purification system will be on display the entire weekend.

Sunrise Rotarians are bringing the Solar and Wind Powered water purification system to the show to raise awareness of

the fundamental importance of clean water, one of the seven worldwide Rotarian areas of focus known as “Water and Sanitation.” Since 1972, when Richard Nixon, signed the Clean Water Act, every American has a legal right to clean, safe drinking water piped right to their homes and businesses. In the United States, most people have no idea how rare it is on Earth that you can go to any random garden hose in the United States and drink the water from it without fear of diarrhea or worse.

During the 2022 Estes Park Labor Day Arts & Crafts Show, Sunrise Rotarians introduced a medical equipment rarely seen today but which was used in the 1940s and 1950s to treat polio patients, the Iron Lung. The Iron Lung was on display to raise awareness and encourage continued vaccination against polio, a Rotary International effort known as “End Polio Now.”

Polio is a highly infectious, devastating virus that can cause paralysis. Since polio is spread person to person, typically through contaminated water, Sunrise Rotary continues to raise awareness of the importance of safe water for disaster relief and international development.

The Solar and Wind Powered SunSpring Hybrid provides enough safe drinking water for developing communities around the world, reducing the risk of debilitating water-borne disease.

and school district. Stacy is the current school board president.

• Meeting needs of all students by Sundee Pietsch. Sundee is Director of Student Services, Estes Park School District

• CTE (Career and Technology Education) by Monica

Sims Buckley. Monica is Assistant Principal, CTE Director METRE/Workbased Learning Coordinator.

• Early Childhood practices by Erin Miller. Erin is the Primary (PreK-2nd Grade) Principal at Estes Park Elementary School.

Note: This program is not connected with candidates in the November election.

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Annual Meadow Closures In Rocky Mountain National Park In Effect Beginning September 1 For Elk Rut Season

Beginning on September 1, annual meadow closures go into effect in Rocky Mountain National Park to prevent the disturbance and harassment of elk during their fall mating season, also known as the elk rut. Meadow closures are also in place to enhance wildlife viewing experiences for all park visitors. Meadow closures are in place between the hours of 5 p.m. to 10 a.m. Areas that are closed include meadow areas in Horseshoe Park, Upper Beaver Meadows, Moraine Park, Harbison Meadow,

and Holzwarth Meadow. During the specified hours, these areas are closed to all travel on foot or via horseback off established roadways and established trails.

Fishing locations along the Fall River, Thompson River, and Colorado River that are accessed by walking through closed areas are closed to fishing between the hours of 5 p.m. and 7 a.m. These closures remain in place through October 31.

Erin Miller

Monica Sims Ruby Bode Stacey Feree Sundee Pietsch

The Peak Adjusts To Fall Transit Schedule, Continues Special Event Service

The last day of daily summer service for The Peak (formerly Estes Transit) will conclude on Monday, Sept. 4, for the following routes:

Gold (Fall River Road and The Stanley Hotel)

Blue (Big Thompson Avenue, Dry Gulch Road, and Stanley Village)

Brown (downtown, East Riverside Drive, and Highway 66)

Silver (Highway 7, Fish Creek Road, Events Complex, and Estes Valley Community Center)

Beginning Saturday, Sept. 9, these four routes will offer weekend-only service (Saturday and Sunday) from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. through Sunday, Oct. 1. The Red Route (downtown/Elkhorn Avenue) will continue daily service (Monday through Sunday) from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

through Sunday, Oct. 22.

The Peak will offer free, special event service for a number of fall and winter events, including Scot Fest (Sept. 9-10), Autumn Gold and Rails in the Rockies (Sept. 23-24), the Tree Lighting Ceremony (Nov. 18), and the Catch the Glow Parade (Nov. 24).

Bustang to Estes service will continue running every weekend through Sunday, Oct. 1. Tickets to ride Bustang to Estes can be purchased at RideBustang.com.

The Peak is provided by the Town of Estes Park and funded by the Town General Fund, Parking Services Fund (via paid parking revenues), Federal Transit Administration grants, and local sponsors. For the most up-to-date 2023 service information, please visit www.estes.org/shuttles.

Labor Day Holiday

Larimer County Administrative Services, District Attorney, and Landfill will be closed on Sept. 4, 2023, in celebration

It was about 10 in the morning. I was halfway through the Sunday paper. My second cup of coffee was just starting to cool when an unusual urge came zinging at me like a Perseid meteor. This urge kept elbowing me, nagging me. It wouldn’t let up. Out of the blue on a Sunday morning, I had a sudden desire to play a game of Solitaire. Not on the computer but with a real deck of playing cards.

“Why not?” I asked myself, which is one of the greatest questions ever invented. So I left the paper and went to the game cabinet. I pulled open the bottom drawer and was faced with a big decision: play with one of the oldie but goodie decks I’ve had for 40 years or tear the wrapper off a brand new deck.

I looked over the 29 complete decks of cards we had in the drawer (we got rid of the incomplete decks about five years ago. Hopefully some kid was able to use clothespins to attach those cards to their bicycle so the tire spokes would flap against them and sound like a motorcycle coming down the street). I settled on a colorful deck of cards we inherited from Joe’s mom when she stopped playing bridge, from Neiman Marcus (“Needless Markup” to a friend of mine).

At the table, I moved the newspaper off to the side, divided the deck so I had half in each hand, pushed my pointer-finger knuckle into the back of the cards, then shot them swiftly into each other in a riffle shuffle. Ah, the sound of cards quickly cascading against each other was oddly comforting. The feel of the deck in my hand was familiar, the scent the same as cards have always smelled. I arched the cards into a bridge and let them slide together into a single stack. I learned to shuffle like this when I was a girl playing cards on the floor with my sisters and the neighbor kids (usually speed games like Nertz and Spoons). I loved to hear that rapid percussion of cards falling against each other and into a single pile back then, and still like the sound today.

I laid out the cards in their seven stacks, finding pleasure in the *snap* as I placed the cards in their piles. It was as if I had just played yesterday. (I don’t play computer card games and I haven’t played Solitaire with a deck of cards in years.) It took me four games to win, and then I played all the way to the end, so when I finished I had four stacks of cards, divided by suit, with the aces on the bottom and the kings on top. That was all I needed. My mind had calmed, there was no more mental badgering. I put the cards away.

As long as I was in the card drawer, I took inventory of what all was in there. I found various Bridge score pads and tally cards and a Goren 3•IN•1 Bridge Guide (circa 1958), and an According To Hoyle book of game rules, copyright 1956. The first sentence in the book says, “A card room without a Hoyle is like a hotel room without a Bible.” That’s right. I grew up with an According To Hoyle my family referred to if there was a rules dispute while playing cards. Whatever Hoyle said, went.

There were several unopened decks of official America Contract Bridge League cards, a 20-year-old deck of stiff Vegas brand cards marked “THE PROFESSIONAL’S CHOICE,” (no jokers), an unopened deck from United Airlines (they stopped giving out free cards in the mid-’70s), a deck in a box marked “Plastic Coated” with a hair tie wrapped around it, another deck marked “Jumbo Playing Cards,” which means the numbers and letters are supersized, not the cards themselves. These have a “linen finish” that makes them “Easy to Shuffle.” They’re the kind that slip and slide all over the place. They’re easy to deal out but players spend a lot of time picking them up off the floor after they’ve slid across and off the table. I also found a box of Canasta cards with a brown and brittle rule leaflet, “incorporating the Latest Changes Made for 1950.”

Until I started playing Bridge, Canasta was my favorite card game. We played it for hours upon hours on long, hot summer days when it was too hot to play outside, even though there was no air conditioning in our homes back then. When we weren’t playing cards, we sat in front of a fan and entertained ourselves by making a monotone “aaaaaahhhhhh” sound, listening to the vibration in our voices caused by the rotating fan blades.

When I told my affiliate Joe we had 29 decks of cards, he asked if we were going to get rid of any of them. “No,” I said.

“How come?” he asked.

“Because I wouldn’t be able to decide which ones to get rid of,” I said. They’re like old books—each deck has a story to tell, a history, a unique look and feel. They don’t take up much room, and they make me happy. Especially when I play a game of Solitaire.

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

© 2023 Sarah Donohoe

Long Way Home

The Wild Atlantic Way winds, wends, wiggles and weaves for 1600 breathtaking miles on pinched, meandering roads along Ireland’s rugged west coast, from Donegal in the north to Cork in the south; as the crow flies that’s 290 miles. I’m with Supertramp: take the long way home.

From an Irish tourist pamphlet: “The first part of the Wild Atlantic Way has the effect of making you wonder if you have been beamed to another planet. The rolling karst hills of The Burren are composed of limestone pavements. The translation of the Irish name ‘An Bhoireann’ means great rock and this hits the nail on the head.”

One of Oliver Cromwell’s officers bagged The Burren’s essence: “There is not water enough to drown a man, wood enough to hang one nor earth enough to bury one.” Instead, there are 2500-year old dolmens to discover in this stark landscape (megalithic monuments commemorating the dead), and twenty-three of twenty-eight Irish orchid species grow in The Burren.

After The Burren, the Wild Atlantic Way arrives at County Clare’s spectacular Cliffs of Moher; on a wet, blustery day, of which there are many in Ireland, you can taste wind-driven sea spray as you stand five hundred feet above the Atlantic on these magnificent bluffs overlooking the fabled Aran Islands.

Just below the Cliffs is Milltown Malbay, where for a week in late July thirty of us, ranging in age from three months to eighty-four years, gathered for the fourth Hogan Family Reunion, following previous get-togethers in 1988, 1998 and 2014.

Great-grandfather Edward Hogan was born near Milltown in 1837; he sailed to New York City from Cork in the mid1850s with his wife Bridget O’Connor. Their son Jack was born in 1881 and my Sainted Irish Mother, Lucille Frances Hogan, in Greenwich Village in 1915. Edward came to America on what the Irish called a “Coffin Ship;” up to 50% of emigrants on boats fleeing The Famine perished on disease-ridden, overcrowded and underfed vessels, their bodies thrown to trailing sharks. “No Irish Need Apply” notices greeted Edward wherever he sought work. My S.I.M. survived the influenza pandemic of 1918, when 30,000 New Yorkers perished in less than six-months. She and my father married in the depths of the Great Depression and had four kids as World War II got underway.

Note to those planning to attend the upcoming Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival: celebrate ancestors and claim your heritage. Irrespective of one’s origins, kindred stories fall from each family tree; life’s fickle capriciousness provides ample basis to honor all whose unpredictable past led to our being alive. Sip that Black and Tan with pride!

And we did in Milltown, or more accurately, the Quilty Cottages near Spanish Point, where we looked out at the cliffs and islands, and past them the captivating mountains of Connemara. From our first meeting in Cogan’s Pub, where we greeted cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles with Guinness-fueled shouts and hugs, to the last tearful farewell a week later (where did the time go?), we reveled in our Irish heritage: peat fires, birthday celebrations, a somber reading of ancestor names, late-night noisy card games, quiet walks along the beach, bright green “Hogans in Ireland ‘23” tshirts, home-cooked meals, intense conversations, savory pub fare (mussels! chowder!), lavish laughter, Rummikub marathons, shopping in Lahinch, slategrey sunsets, traditional Irish music at Friel’s Pub, and love of family that engenders enduring memories.

The thirty of us hailed from California, Colorado, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania and South Carolina. For three years in advance we emailed regularly, put down deposits on housing, updated passports, purchased plane tickets and planned events for the week, featuring: a visit to The Cliffs; Old Hogan Games; Dunguaire Castle medieval banquet; special dinners for individual families and “the Elders”; the Shamrock ‘n Roll Revue, which showcased family singers, musicians, dancers, poetry reciters, corny Irish jokes; and more.

We walked in the dust of the bones of our ancestors, never more so than by a secluded, hauntingly beautiful inlet in Freagh, near Milltown Malbay, where family ashes were scattered in 2014; it was easy to believe that crumbling stone home overlooking the cove must have been Edward Hogan’s birthplace. We Irish rarely let facts stand in the way of a good story.

We took the long way home to the Auld Sod, and carried traditions, laughter, memories, family, and love in our hearts back to America. Slainte Mhath!

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Get Ready To Vote!

Am I eligible to vote?

How can I check my voter registration?

What will be on my ballot?

Where and when can I vote?

In less than three months the Midterm Elections will take place. Election Day is November 7, 2023. All registered voters will be deciding many issues including ballot issues and the Estes Park School District Board of Directors. You are most affected by these local issues.

The League of Women Voters of Estes Park will be holding nine Voter Information and Registration Drives throughout town until the election.

At these events you can:

• Become Registered In Your State

• Check Or Update Your Voter Registration In Your State

• Get Info On Voting In Colorado

And The Estes Valley

• Get Info On Local Elections

Voter information and registration events will be held on these dates and locations:

Estes Valley Library, 5-7 p. m. on Tues. Thurs. 9/14; Tues. 9/19; Tues. 9/26.

Estes Park Farmers Market, 8:30-10:30 a.m. on Thurs. 9/21.

Estes Valley Community Center (The Rec), 8-10 a.m. on Thurs. 9/7; Fri 10/6.

Community Resource Fair (Event Center), 3-7 p. m., Wed. 10/25.

Other events will be added.

The League of Women Voters of Estes Park is a non-partisan organization (www. LWV-Estes Park.org). We support the right of all eligible citizens to vote, in any political party or if unaffiliated. The League never endorses or opposes political parties or candidates. All League voter registration volunteers are fully trained and licensed by the state of Colorado. Contact voterservice@lwv-estespark.org for more information.

Estes Park Archives Fundraiser For Kula Community On East Maui

round population as Estes Park, now faced with similar structural losses as those remaining after our 2012 Woodland Heights fire. Kula residents are receiving far less assistance and international media attention than those who lost their homes or businesses in the historic seaport town of Lahaina.

Fundraising efforts providing direct financial assistance to Kula, Maui residents who lost their homes in the recent Hawai’i wildfires are underway, kicked off last Monday by generous contributions from local resident Sybil Barnes and a vacationing retired couple from Texas who wished to remain anonymous.

The Estes Park Archives is spearheading collection efforts, and will match 1:1 all contributions up to the first $1000 donated. Other philanthropic and charitable clubs and organizations in Estes Park are encouraged to get behind this effort or any of the other state and national programs set up to funnel money and assistance directly to impacted Maui and Big Island residents.

Kula, Maui is a tourist community in the upcountry of East Maui, with approximately the same permanent year-

The Isabella Bird Sesquicentennial travel group had planned to visit Lahaina as part of next month's three-state celebration (the famous downtown Lahaina banyan tree was planted the same year as Miss Bird’s visit) but has modified the itinerary to respect the ongoing intense recovery efforts, and will instead include a short Haleakala Crater hike followed by a stop at the Kula Lodge, where unhoused Kula residents will be presented with contributions collected in Estes Park up to September 10.

Stop by 240 Moraine Avenue any day between Archives 9-5 operating hours and sign the giant gold and silver sympathy card. Each signature added requires a $1.50 contribution (the amount representing the 150th anniversary of Isabella Bird visiting the Sandwich Islands and territorial Colorado) to the Kula relief fund, 100% of which will pass directly into the hands of impacted Kula residents. Call 586-4889 for directions or additional questions.

Making Great Decisions –Global Famine

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 apo-

litical 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 Global Famine Fears of global food shortages have followed Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which has disrupted grain shipments from the major grain producer. But what about countries and regions that were suffering before this impending shortage? How is famine defined, and how is it different from simple food shortages? What if any remedies are there? Our subject matter expert and chapter author (see library book copy: Great Decisions) is the renowned Daniel Maxwell, Henry J. Leir Professor in Food Security. Please join us for our next great session on Thursday, Sept. 14th from 1:00-2:30 p.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.

Historic Fall River Hydroplant Closes For The Season

The last day in 2023 to tour the Historic Fall River Hydroplant will be on Saturday, September 2, 2023. Located at 1754 Fish Hatchery Road in Estes Park, this plant was constructed in 1909 to produce electricity for the Stanley Hotel and surrounding area. Later, F.O. Stanley sold the plant to the Public Service Company of Colorado. In 1945, the Town of Estes Park purchased and maintained the Hydroplant until it was severely damaged in 1982 by the Lawn Lake Flood. Guided tours of the Hydroplant are given at 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00 p.m., no reservations are required and admission is free. The Historic Fall River Hydroplant will re-open its doors in the spring of 2024.

Final

Friendship Breakfast Of The Summer-Sept.

Olympics Tuesday Bowling Fun

Estes Park Special Olympics organizers are hosting bowling fun at the Bull Pin, 555 S. St. Vrain Ave. on Tuesdays from 3:30-5 p.m. All ages are welcome to participate.

For more information, contact Audri Smith at 970-451-3762 or email epspecialolympics@yahoo.com.

A Dream Comes True For Summit Church - 25 Year Anniversary Celebration Sept. 3

Summit Church has been part of the Estes Park community since 1997 as a mobile church! We invite you to worship with us in our first Summit Church building. This will be a 25 year anniversary and a new building celebration.

A brief history written by Rick Jenkins, Estes Park, one of the churches founders.

After 25 years and seven different locations, God has provided a "home" for Summit Church (originally Estes Park Wesleyan)! The Church had humble beginnings, the desire of two couples to start a Biblically strong church to minister to Estes Park. In January 1997 the first service was held in one of the couple's home, then grew to the Athletic Club dance room with mirrors all around. The Church hired their first Pastor in January 1998, leaving after a short time. The Church was then led by three different interim pastors, sharing their time with one another.

In January 1999 the Church hired Michael and Valerie Dascoli who pastored for over 22 years, until Michael's retirement. The Church grew substan-

tially under his leadership, even with having to move four times. The Church and community were blessed by His ministry and theme: "All Eyes on Jesus!"

After Michael's retirement, Anita Shotts, the Church's outstanding Children and Youth Director, capably handled the interim pastor role.

July 2022 Summit Church called Tim and Bree Smith to minister to the community. Tim arrived after the Church purchased the MedX building and has provided leadership through the remodel process. They have been meeting in the Recreation Center, but on September 3rd will move into their new building at 158 1st Street in Estes. Please join them at 10:00 a.m. to celebrate their "Dream Coming True" and the marvelous transformation of the building.

Pastor Tim Smith and Anita Shotts, along with former pastors and those that began the church will be a part of this special service. Join us September 3 at 10 a.m. at 158 1st Street, here in Estes Park.

Pastor Tim Smith and Anita Shotts open the door to the new Summit Church. They invite you to join them this Sunday, September 3 at 10 a.m. at 158 1st Street, here in Estes Park for the dedication/open house for the 25th Anniversary. You won't want to miss it!

Final Monitored Weed Drop-Off

Saturday, September 16

Please

The Estes Land Stewardship Association (ELSA) has been serving the Estes Valley for over 16 years in promoting good land stewardship, weed identification and education, and free educational materials including the most popular Twenty Ob-Noxious Weeds in the Estes Valley Identification and Management Guide. Now is the time to remove mature noxious weeds that contain seeds that will be next year’s – and many more years – weeds. The next Monitored Weed Drop-off will be held Saturday, September 16 from 9:00 a.m. to noon located north of the Waste Management transfer station at 666 Elm Road. No early birds or illegal drop-offs; the gate will be closed until the 9:00 a.m. start. Do not block the driveway entrance shared with recycling. The line will form up-the-hill/north of the entrance on the east-side of Elm Road. Estes Land Stewardship Association (ELSA) volunteers will be on hand to answer weed questions at-a-distance and direct traffic flow. You will unload your paper yard bags into the dumpster or truck. We have limited dumpster capacity, so a maximum ten paper yard bag limit will be imposed – no plastic bags. When we are at full capacity, the drop-off will end. Noxious weeds only, not native plants! No slash, pine needles, pine cones, trash, yard waste or dirt! Please remove/shake off dirt from plant roots. Excessive weight of wet weeds and dirt is a safety hazard for our volunteers. Bag flowers and seed heads rather than entire plants. Read our weekly Estes Valley’s Weed Alert articles (published April through September) to help identify invasive plants and manage seed producing plant parts for disposal. Unauthorized dropoffs at this location (w/video surveillance) are considered theft of services.

No bags of non-noxious weed materials and general yard waste will be accepted at this event. Paper yard bags are available for purchase at local hardware stores.

If you want ELSA to continue to sponsor these events, please adhere to the guidelines. Owning property in the Estes Valley can be challenging and different! Bagging mature weeds this time of year is not ideal weed management and not how you want to spend your time. Be proactive – learn your native plants and manage the invasive plants in a timely manner with a weed management specialist if you don’t have the time, energy or expertise to manage your property. A list of weed management specialists who can help is available at larimer.org/naturalresources/weeds/ applicators. Also refer to the information and Helpful Documents at estes.org/weeds.

These events are being made possible with the support from Estes Land Stewardship Association, Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, and donations. Depending on participant adherence to regulations and funding sources, other Monitor Weed Drop-offs and the Weed Roundup will be held next year. Free Twenty Ob-Noxious Weeds in the Estes Valley Identification and Management Guide weed booklets are available yearround at the Estes Valley Library, Ace Hardware, and Town Hall Public Works and Police offices. Electronic versions are posted on the Town of Estes Park website: www.estes.org/weeds ELSA meets the first Thursday of the month (February, March, April & November) at 9:30 a. m. in the George Hix Room at US Bank. For more information about ELSA contact: elsa.weeds@gmail.com Thanks for being good stewards of your property and surrounding areas!

Girl Scouts Working On Silver AwardSeeking Help In Planting Trees

Hello, our names are Sarah and Amy and we are working towards the completion of our Girl Scout Silver Award. When we saw all the trees that were taken out in the 2020 wildfires we knew we had to do something. So now, we’ve set out on a journey to help restore the beauty of the forest. Our goal is to plant trees for our neighbors in Estes Park and Glen Haven who lost them in the fires. We are hoping to plant 10 blue spruce

trees, each with a self watering system that will help them take root. This will be done with the help of The Tree Farm in Longmont. We have set up a Go Fund Me to help raise the funds for anyone who would like to help us with our project. Thank you all so much for supporting us and have a great day. Will you help us raise $1,000 to fund our project? Go Fund Me Link: gofund.me/920d14e9

Donate Blood-Give Life

Get the facts! Blood is a precious resource for hospitals, and it is often in short supply! EPH is hosting its first on-site blood drive since the pandemic. You can sign up by clicking on the article below and going to the blooddonation.uchealth.org/donor/auth/signin to make an appointment.

If you do not already have an account with the UCHealth Garth Englund Blood Center, follow the directions to create one. Walk-ins on Sept. 7th are also welcome.

Thank you for your support!

Productivity To Creativity

As a young teen in school, I babysat on the weekends. My first real job was at a big box store when I was 16. I was hired along with my boyfriend, Kevin. After beginning with bagging groceries, I was promoted to cashier and then I was demoted to bagger again after someone came back with a full cart of groceries along with her receipt which, unfortunately for me didn’t add up. After that job, I never stopped working. The following summer I worked as a housekeeper. On a narrow road that connected Rt. 94 and 208 near my home, was a tiny resort with five bedrooms. The resort catered to an older Bronx clientele with Eastern European accents. The owner originally came from Austria. All I remember about her was her Wiener Schnitzel, the Friday evening specialty, and how she made me get down on my knees to look under the bed at the dust bunnies I had skipped over. Many young people know what they want to do when they graduate from school. I thought I wanted to be an artist but didn’t exactly know what that meant in terms of making money. I needed a paying job. Before I returned to college when I was 30, I worked at many jobs: car rental person, waitress, administrative assistant, telemarketer, receptionist, and probably a whole slew of jobs I can’t remember now. After college and moving to Colorado, these jobs changed into vocations, careers, and even callings. I became a volunteer coordinator, counselor, advocate, and finally, non-profit executive director. Then came retirement and I knew I had to do something completely different. No more grants, business emails, or letters. I didn’t want to supervise a staff, be on-call, or answer to a board of directors. But again, I needed to be paid. This time to supplement my only incomeSocial Security. Five years before I retired I started thinking long and hard about what I wanted to do. I read an article about “Celebrants” – people who officiate ceremonies. What a great way to make money I thought and began the process of fulfilling the requirements of becoming a celebrant. I began officiating weddings and funerals and added in ‘Story Catcher’ – a listener and recorder of life stories. The reality in this town was that I was mostly officiating weddings. This included writing the whole wedding ceremony from, “Christine and Jason welcome you to their wedding ceremony on this glorious afternoon in the beautiful mountains of Colorado. ” to, “Jason, you may kiss your bride! ” In the middle were the vows which sometimes I wrote, sometimes they wrote, and sometimes it was a combination of both. I wrote welcoming prayers and closing prayers, readings, poems, and short ceremonies within the larger ceremony. I have conducted all kinds of ceremonies from Celtic hand-fasting ceremonies and blended family ceremonies to wine ceremonies and even craft beer ceremonies. I would write a short address about marriage if it was an elopement and a much longer ‘love story’ if it was a full wedding. I loved writing those and got my

information from a questionnaire I sent them. I’d ask them to tell me the story of how they met, what their first impression of the other person was and why did they end up falling in love with this person? For me, the most important question was, ‘Do they have any funny, endearing, or touching stories they would like to share?’ The bride and groom each had their own questionnaire (or bride and bride and groom and groom) with strict instructions not to share their answers. It delighted me to watch them as they heard for the first time, what made them so special to the other person. Usually, it was the groom that teared up first.

My first wedding was in July of 2013, four years before retirement. Then, a short two months later came the flood. I was out of my home for six months and recovering from that experience took all my energy. My second wedding was in 2015. After that, the wedding business was going strong. I now have six full binders containing the ceremony and a photo of each couple I married.

Then the pandemic struck. Brides and grooms started postponing and I ended up having to change many of my carefully worded wedding ceremonies into vow renewals. What was a fun and creative way to make money had become work. As much as I enjoyed marrying people, things had changed. I have two more weddings this year - one this month and one in October. After those two, I am only officiating weddings if it's friends or family or the couple can track me down. No more listings, no more advertising, no more wedding shows. At 72, I don’t feel that intense need to be productive anymore. It feels like it’s time to re-channel all my work energy in a new direction. Someone told me about an art practice that develops creativity and intuition and encourages self-discovery. I began making art again and it feels right. It is definitely not a part-time job or even a full-time job let alone a career. But it makes me feel like this poem by

Lynn Ungar:

The Way It Is

One morning you might wake up to realize that the knot in your stomach has loosened itself and slipped away, and that the pit of unfilled longing in your heart had gradually, and without your really noticing, been filled in – patched like a pothole, not quite the same as it was, but good enough. And in that moment it might occur to you that your life, though not the way you planned it, and maybe not even entirely the way you wanted it, is nonetheless –persistently, abundantly, miraculously –exactly what it is.

Mary Mesropian has lived in the Estes Park area since 1994 and is a SoulCollage® Facilitator and Story Catcher. Her email is maryruthdancer@yahoo.com.

World Class Music Comes To The Old Gallery In Allenspark In September

Where can you hear music by one of the world’s premiere string quartets? Just head to The Old Gallery in Allenspark on Saturday, September 16 from 5-7 p.m.

“This is the seventh appearance of the Takács Quartet and we’ve sold out in advance for every appearance,” said The Old Gallery Board President Darlene Bushue. “Proceeds help fund our non-profit efforts in our mountain community, including the Community Cupboard Food Bank, Community Closet, health and wellness programs, activities and events.”

The quartet consists of Edward Dusinberre, violin; Harumi Rhodes, violin; Richard O’Neill, viola and András Fejér, cello. Members of the Takács Quartet are Christoffersen Fellows and Artists in Residence at the University of Colorado, Boulder, where they have helped develop a string program with a special emphasis on chamber music. The quartet is known to play with a unique

blend of drama, warmth and humor, that combines four distinct musical personalities and brings fresh insights to the string quartet repertoire.

The quartet has been the recipient of three Gramophone Awards, a Grammy Award, three Japanese Record Academy Awards, Disc of the Year at the inaugu-

ral BBC Music Magazine Awards and Ensemble Album of the Year at the Classical Brits. In 2021 the Takács won a Presto Music Recording of the Year Award for their recordings of string quartets by Fanny and Felix Mendelssohn, and a Gramophone Award with pianist Garrick Ohlsson for

piano quintets by Amy Beach and Elgar.

The Quartet performs regularly in venues like the Aspen Music Festival, but they have grown to love performing for audiences along the Peak-toPeak Highway.

Tickets are $60 and are available at The Old Gallery and theoldgallery.org. There are a limited number of tickets available for this event and it’s usually a sell-out.

The Old Gallery is located at 14863 Colorado Highway 7, next to the Allenspark Fire Station. Carpooling to the event is encouraged as parking is limited at The Old Gallery. Fortunately, overflow parking is available east of the Gallery on the Highway 7 right of way and in the parking lot just on the other side of the Fire Station.

For more information: 303-747-2906 info@theoldgallery.org

THE FIRST SATURDAY EACH

MONTH

5 TO 8 PM

September 2, 2023

Septiembre 2, 2023

October 7, 2023

Octubre 7, 2023

November 4, 2023

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December 2, 2023

Diciembre 2, 2023

Children from the ages of 4-10 years are invited to join us for a night of fun. Parent’s Night Out is scheduled for the first Saturday each month and will last from 5-8 pm. Parents can drop off their children at the church for an evening out and know their children are having fun in a safe, Christian environment. Pizza and lemonade will be provided as well as games and other activities.

Cornerstone Church is located at 2200 Mall Rd. Call 970-586-2463 for more information.

Los niños de 4 a 10 años de edad están invitados a unirse a nosotros para una noche de diversión. La Noche de salida para padres está programada para el primer sábado de cada mes y durará de 5 a 8 p. m. Los padres pueden dejar a sus hijos en la iglesia para salir por la noche y saber que sus hijos se están divirtiendo en un ambiente cristiano y seguro. Se proporcionará pizza y limonada, así como juegos y otras actividades.

La Iglesia Cornerstone está ubicada en 2200 Mall Rd. Llame al 970-586-2463 para más información.

Don’t Forget!

Silent movies 9/1 (7 p.m.), 9/3 (7 p.m.) and 9/4 (7 p.m.)

Chaplin, Laurel & Hardy, Charley

Chase

Thirty minutes of lively piano music before showtimes.

At the Historic Park Theatre

ccestes.com

Meet three award winning fine artists, experience wood carving demonstrations, see and acquire fabulous new art, enjoy great live music, complementary snacks, refreshments and wine, all occurring over three days of special gallery events and experience one of the top 10 galleries of American Art in the USA. This all happens in downtown Estes Park at Earthwood Artisans and Earthwood Collections and it’s all for you, so come on out and enjoy friends, fun, live music and great art. All events are free and open to the public!

Famous woodcarver and painter, Betsy Popp is coming to Estes Park for a special showing and demonstration over Labor Day weekend. Betsy will be available on Saturday, September 2nd and Sunday September 3rd at Earthwood Artisans to meet members of the public from Noon through 4 p.m. both days. There will be an extensive array of her

Free Art Filled Weekend At Earthwood

work for all to experience.

Wisconsin-based fine artist, Betsy will also be available to meet at Earthwood Artisans on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m.

Cherished local fine artist, Margaret Jensen will be at Earthwood Collections on Friday with all her new work from 5 to 8 p.m. Margaret is a local talent creating beautiful oil paintings of the local area and RMNP.

Enjoy live original guitar music by Chris Theunissen at Earthwood Artisans from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, 9/1.

Widely collected Fort Collins-based fused glass artist, Kathi Dougherty will be at Earthwood Collections to meet and enjoy her all-original fused glass pieces on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m.

Listen to the smooth, live original jazz by nationally acclaimed, local Sax player Max Wagner and Denver-based piano player Stu MacAskie at Earthwood Collections from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday the 1st

These events take place at Earthwood Artisans, 360 E. Elkhorn Avenue and at Earthwood Collections, 141 E. Elkhorn Avenue over three days, 9/1, 9/2 and

9/3. Refreshments and snacks will be served. Experience the beauty of

the arts, meet the artists, have fun with your friends, enjoy downtown Estes Park and see exciting new creations during this free three day event. See you there!

Ron and Ann Wilcocks, owners – for more information, call Earthwood Artisans, 970-586-2151 and Earthwood Collections, 970-577-8100.

Wildlife Responder Available To Help

Betsy Popp wood carving – Bald Eagle.

Kathi Dougherty fused glass – Four Seasons.

Margaret Jensen oil painting – Endo Valley, RMNP.

Knowledge, experience, skills to assist and educate individuals with and about wildlife encounters/situations. Specialty is elk, deer, bears, mountain lions. Part of Rocky Mtn. Cat Conservancy Research. If you see a kill site, call asap, or if you want more information or help with a wildlife situation, call Jayne the “Bear Lady” at 970-685-8756.

News From The Art Center-On Exhibit 5th Annual Estes Valley Plein Air”

Award Winners:

Quick Draw

Third Place-Farley Lewis “Riverwalk Morning”

Second Place-Richard Sneary “Back Door”

First Place-Krystal Brown “Coffee Conversations”

Poster/postcard/wine Label Contest

Award-Krystal Brown “East of Longs”

Mayor’s Award-Jenifer Cline “Shades of Green

Art Center Board Award-Krystal Brown “Sky Dancer”

Nocturne Award-Krystal Brown “Afterglow”

Honorable Mention-Andrea Gabel

“Night Light”

Miniatures Award-Richard Sneary

“Top of the Stanley”

Honorable Mention-Sari Southard

“Twin Owls”

Honorable Mention-Kathleen Lanzoni

“Summer Day-Longs Peak”

Third Place Award-Farley Lewis “Crystal Clear”

Second Place Award-Richard Sneary

“MacGregor Homestead”

Best Of Show Award-Elizabeth

Menand “Bear Lake – RMNP”

Artists’ choice Award-Farley Lewis

“River Rushing”

30 artists from across the country participated in this event. Don’t miss out on viewing their artwork depicting their vision of our scenic area. You are invited to vote for your favorite artwork for the People’s Choice award which will be announced after the closing of the exhibit September 25.

Also on display in the gallery are the 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 daily 11 a.m. –5 p.m.

Upcoming Art Classes: Go to artcenterofestes.com. for all the details.

Landscape Painting in Oil or Pastel –from Photos with Cliff Austin-September 7 & 8. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Art Center members: $150, non-members: $167. Cliff is an award-winning fine artist who has been painting (both in studio and en plein air) and illustrating since 1980. This exciting two-day workshop will give students the opportunity to explore various techniques in oil and pastel for approaching landscape painting and for planning ahead, including creating notans. In addition to “how to” demos and tutorials designed for each individual’s natural way with pastels or oils, there will be plenty of one on one and ongoing critique.

Portraits in Watercolor with Karen Ramsay-September 20. 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Art Center members: $72.00, non-members: $80.

Karen Ramsay, celebrated Colorado

watercolor artist and instructor, devotes her time capturing beautiful landscapes, urban scenes and figures that surround her. She has a passion for sharing and teaching students the techniques and joys of her favorite medium.

Please come join me for a day of painting watercolor portraits. Watercolor allows us to capture exciting and expressive portraits. With the beauty of line, color, along with light and shadow shapes, we can accomplish an informal to a formal portrait.

To register, go online to www.artcenterofestes.com or contact the Art Center 970-586-5882.

Satellite Exhibits: Estes Park Health featuring Cynthia Price Reedy and US Bank featuring Laura Davis. Ongoing exhibits at VERT and Snowy Peaks Winery. Now a new satellite exhibit at the Bank of Estes Park. The public is in-

vited to visit these exhibits.

Social Media: The Art Center can be viewed not only on our website at www.artcenterofestes.com but we are on Facebook at Art-Center-of-Estes-Park, Instagram at artcenterofep and Twitter at artcenterestes.

The Art Center of Estes Park is a nonprofit organization which provides a facility to support the work of local and regional artists, striving to promote exhibition, education, and excellence in the visual arts. Proceeds benefit the artist and contribute to the Art Center’s education and community out-

reach. 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.

2nd Place-Richard Sneary-MacGregor Homestead.

Art Center Board Award-Krystal BrownSky Dancer.

Honorable Mention-Main Exhibit-Kathleen Lanzoni.

Honorable Mention Miniatures-Shari Southard-Twin Owls.

Honorable Mention-Nocturne-Andrea Gabel-Night Light.

Miniatures Award-Richard Sneary-Top Of The Stanley. Nocturne Award-Krystal Brown-Afterglow.

Artist Choice Award-Farley Lewis-River Rushing. Best Of Show-Elizabeth Menand-Bear Lake - RMNP.

Time to stow away your swings, hammocks, volleyball nets, tomato cages

By: Kris Hazelton

The elk rut in the Estes Valley has just begun and the Colorado Parks and Wildlife now urges us to please look around our homes, yards and businesses for items that the elk may get tangled up in.

Just this week a large bull got his antlers caught in a long length of cable wire. The bull walked by and tried to spar with the cable, causing the entanglement. Passers-by called Colorado Parks and Wildlife to get help and a wildlife officer arrived and drug immobilized the bull and freed him. Luckily, this story had a happy ending but if help doesn’t arrive quickly enough, elk have been known to struggle and risk getting stuck on an obstacle and can tragically die in these entrapments.

When bull elk are pumped up with testosterone, anything that moves can be of interest. Swings, hammocks, volleyball nets and tire swings blowing in the wind pose a challenge for the elk and they will approach these items and try to spar with them. This can be a very dangerous practice as their antlers can easily become entangled in these items we have all around our homes and yards.

The CPW is urging all residents to

Help The Elk Stay Untangled

bring these items in for the fall, to avoid any encounters such as the entangled elk shown on this page.

Lets make sure to look over our yards and bring in anything that might pose an entrapment hazard for our resident elk with which we share our beautiful mountain community.

Also, the CPW wants to remind everyone to enjoy watching the elk rut, but please do so at a safe and respectable distance to the animals. Even though it is fun and educational to watch this display remember, these are wild animals, in the midst of their mating season. The bulls are concerned with one thing, and one thing only, mating with as many of the females in their harem as they can.

The elk don’t care who or what is in their way, their goal is to pass down their genes to their offspring. It is extremely dangerous to get too close to these wild animals. Avoid potential accident, injury or death by always viewing from a safe distance. If an animal is carefully watching you and appears "jumpy," you are way too close. Avoid eye contact and back away. Raise your arms to make yourself look larger. For photographers, a good rule of thumb is "give them room, use your zoom.” Never attempt to touch or feed wildlife, it's dangerous and illegal. There's a reason it's called wildlife.

Jim Ward Photo

Robert Burns Photo

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Partners Back-To-School Mentor Drive

Monday is Labor Day, a day first commemorated in the late 1800s to honor those who ‘labor’ in our nation. First encouraged by labor unions and others in the work force to recognize those millions who serve daily, meeting the needs of others in our nation, it since seems to have just become another holiday, a day off from work and schools, to relax and enjoy. However, it does give us an opportunity to take a look at how we feel about the work we do.

Chuck Swindoll once gave a humorous comparison list for us to see where we fit in the scale of competency and fulfillment of our work responsibilities. In our ‘quality of work’: (1) Leaps tall buildings with a single bound; (2) Must take a running start to leap over buildings; (3) Can leap over only short buildings; (4) Crashes into building when attempting to leap; (5) Cannot recognize buildings at all. In our ‘timeliness’: (1) Is faster than a speeding bullet; (2) Is as fast as a speeding bullet; (3) Not quite as fast as a speeding bullet; (4) Would you believe a slow bullet?; (5) Wounds self with bullet when attempting to fire. We get the idea, don’t we? Some people are effective, some are less so, and, as a result, may feel less contented with their work-life experiences.

The Bible and most successful people will urge joy in and satisfaction in our work. Wise Solomon wrote: “I know that there is nothing better for man than to be happy and do good while they live. That everyone may eat and drink and find satisfaction in all his toil—this is the gift of God”. And later, “So I saw that there is nothing better for a man than to enjoy his work, for this is his lot.” And still later, “When God gives man wealth and possessions, and enables him to enjoy them, to accept his lot and be happy in his work—this is a gift from God.”

To these words from Solomon in Ecclesiastes, people have added their endorsement to a happy relationship with our work. The brilliant mind of Stephen Hawking shared: “Work gives you meaning and purpose and life is empty without it.” Pearl Buck notes: “To find joy in work is to discover the fountain of youth.” Inventor Thomas A. Edison said: “I never did a day’s work in all my life. It was all fun.” Henry Ford said it simply: “There is joy in work!” The prolific author, Stephen King, said: “Yes, I’ve made a great deal of dough from my fiction but I never set a single word down on paper with the thought of being paid for it. I’ve written because it fulfills me. Maybe it paid the mortgage and put my girls through college, but those were on the side, I did it for the buzz. I did it for the pure joy of the thing. And if you do it for the joy, you can do it forever.”

So, that brings us to the question, “Do I work…labor…for the joy of it?” It’s easy to tell, isn’t it? It’s certainly easy for others to tell. Aristotle said: “Pleasure on the job puts perfection in the work.” Pearl Buck said: “The secret of joy in work is contained in one word…excellence. To know how to do something well is to enjoy it.”

So, as we consider this Labor Day, what has been our attitude toward our work. In our time we’ve seen many who are content to take their welfare check, or stand on the corner with their sign, and we feel sorry for them…not so much for their financial situation, as for the fact that they are missing out on the joy of serving and blessing the lives of others and experiencing the ‘satisfaction’ that Solomon talked about. I think of a sign hanging in a small airport I visited once. It read: “If you don’t believe in the resurrection of the dead, you should be here at quitting time.” My father served as a manager of a lumber yard in Montana. I once heard someone ask him: ‘How many people work here?’ His answer, with a smile on his face: “Oh, about half of them!” Again, people are missing out on the ‘joy’ of their work. Contrast this with a man who had worked for a paint store in that same city in Montana. His retirement time arrived and he left the store…and people…he had served for many years. The next day, he showed up and hung around the store…and the next…and the next…until they explained that he was not allowed to do that…and he was deprived of the ‘joy’ of ‘his’ work.

May God help us to find that satisfaction and joy in our labors and live lives of fulfillment and blessing.

Bob Lewis

It's back-to-school time in Northern Colorado! That means we are all working to get students prepared for another school year. Many local students need more than standard school suppliesnotebooks, #2 pencils, and binders-to be successful at school. Mentoring can help fill the social-emotional gaps some students face in the academic setting, as mentors provide them with additional support, advocacy, and companionship.

To help us provide mentors to the students enrolled in our mentoring program, Partners is currently running a Back-to-School Mentor Drive! Mentors are volunteers who dedicate one hour per week to meeting with their mentee at their school throughout the school year. Mentoring partnerships do all sorts of activities together-playing sports on the playground, making crafts in the art

room, working on school in the library. This volunteer role offers a lot of flexibility, and Partners provides training and on-going support to ensure volunteers are successful as mentors.

Make a big impact in Partners' proven mentoring program. We are currently seeking volunteers in Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley, and Estes Park. If you are interested in learning more:

1. Give us a call to chat with our staff about our volunteer roles!

• Fort Collins/Loveland 970-484-7123

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• Estes Park 970-577-9348

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September 1 - September 7

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Upcoming Concert With Going For Baroque

with many groups over the years and was a stage performer for the musical

The Quilters at the Lincoln Center in Fort Collins. She currently plays with an Americana trio, The Fish Creek Five Minus Two and Going for Baroque.

Estes Park Senior Citizens Center Menu

Sept 4 – Sept 8

Linda Bensey and Robert Johnson are Going for Baroque! With Linda on hammered dulcimer and Robert playing guitar, they present an exquisite tapestry of sound that intertwines the intricate melodies of the past with the rhythmic vibrancy of the present. They will perform a free concert on September 5 from noon to 1:00 at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center, 1760 Olympian Lane. All are invited to attend. Light refreshments will be provided, and attendees are welcome to bring or pre-order a lunch (see below).

As individuals, Linda Bensey and Robert Johnson have been playing music since their school days. About ten years ago, they formed their duo, Going for Baroque, to explore and share their love of music through this genre. So far, their repertoire includes works by Bach, Handel, O’Carolan, and Pachelbel. Linda and Robert usually develop their renditions from standard piano or harp scores, with Linda playing the “right hand/treble” and Robert the “left hand/bass” parts on their respective instruments.

Linda’s love for the hammered dulcimer was born from her days in Tennessee, when she often heard the nowrecognized master John McCutcheon in a local church. She has played informally

Robert moved to guitar from his early years as a percussionist. His approach to music now involves trying to learn a wide variety of styles on guitar. He has played (drums, then guitar) with the Estes Park Jazz Big Band since its inception nearly thirty years ago. He has played with many other groups over the years, including the local symphonic band. He is another third of the trio The Fish Creek Five Minus Two, and his work with Linda in Going for Baroque continues to inspire him as a musician and human.

For the concert, you are welcome to bring your own lunch or pre-purchase a hot meal. Place your order before 1:00 p.m. on Friday September 1 (Center is closed on Sept. 4 for Labor Day). The Senior Center will be serving carne asada with corn tortillas, rice, refried beans, guacamole and sour cream. The cost of the meal is $7 for Estes Park Senior Citizens Center (EPSCC) members and $10 for non-members. If you become an EPSCC member for just $30 per year, you will not only enjoy meal discounts but also gain access to all the amazing activities. For more information about the EPSCC or to order a meal for the presentation, please call the Senior Center at (970) 581-2195.

This community presentation is presented 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.

Celtic Music At Snowy Peaks Winery This

Monday, Sept 4 CLOSED

Tuesday, Sept 5 Carne Asada (skirt steak, marinated & grilled) w/ Corn Tortillas, Rice, Refried Beans, guacamole & sour cream

Wednesday, Sept 6 Swiss Mushroom Burger w/ Potato Salad

Thursday, Sept 7 Chicken Parmesan w/ Spaghetti, garlic bread & side salad

Friday, Sept 8 Shrimp Basket (8 fried) w/ Homemade Chips & soup of the day

Sept 11 – Sept 15

Monday, Sept 11 BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich w/ Baked Beans & coleslaw

Tuesday, Sept 12 Fried Chicken (3 pc) w/ Mashed Potatoes, gravy & vegetables

Wednesday, Sept 13 Avocado Bacon Cheddar Burger w/ Fruit Salad

Thursday, Sept 14 Spaghetti w/ Meatballs, garlic bread & side salad

Friday, Sept 15 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 Tuesday, Sept 5th, you need to call before 1:00 PM on Friday, Sept 1st. 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 M-W-F 10:30-11:15; Yoga T-T 10:15-11:15; Circuit Balance Class Mondays 1-1:45 PM

Mahjong Tuesdays 10 – 2

Live Music & Presentations Tuesday @ 12:00 – 1:30 (TBA)

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

Restless Spirit Celtic band will be playing at Snowy Peaks Winery on Friday night, September 1 from

Come

What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library

SUMMER HOURS

Mondays-Thursdays, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

Fridays & Saturdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sundays, 1-5 p.m. Special Hours

Closed Monday, September 4 for Labor Day

Fall Hours

Beginning Tuesday, September 5, the Library will open at 10 a.m. (with the exception of Sundays)

KEY

Ⓡ: Registration required.

Visit estesvalleylibrary.org to sign up.

BOOKS & AUTHORS

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Life, Love, Family, & Food: Author Talk with Lidia Bastianich Ⓡ

Thursday, September 7, 5-6 p.m., online

Enjoy an intimate evening with television host and author Lidia Bastianich as she talks about her memoir, My American Dream: A Life of Love, Family, and Food. Presented with the Library Speakers Consortium.

A Lady’s Life in the Rocky Mountains: Book Discussion Ⓡ

Wednesday, September 13, 5-6:30 p.m., Wasson Room & online

As part of the community-wide celebration of the 150th anniversary of Isabella Bird’s time in Estes Park and her climb of Longs Peak, join us for a discussion about her epic adventures as compiled in A Lady’s Life in the Rocky Mountains.

Book Club for Mortals: No Time Like the Future Ⓡ

Thursday, September 14, 10-11:30 a.m., Wasson Room & online

Discuss end-of-life issues and our shared mortality. September’s feature is actor and advocate Michael J. Fox’s moving account of resilience, hope, fear, and loss.

Anatomy of a Breakthrough: Author Talk with Adam Alter Ⓡ

Wednesday, September 20, 12-1 p.m., online

Almost everyone feels stuck in some way or at some point in our lives. Join us as we talk with bestselling author Adam Alter about escaping inertia and flourishing in the face of friction. Presented with the Library Speakers Consortium.

ADULTS

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Sharing the Care Campaign: Fast-Forward Film Screening Ⓡ

Saturday, September 9, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., American Legion Post 119

Take a pragmatic look into your and your family’s future with this documentary screening of Fast-Foward. Free to attend and lunch will be provided. Presented with UCHealth, Bloom Healthcare, and Home Instead of Northern Colorado.

Wildlife Window Nature Series: Ya Gotta Love A Pelican! Ⓡ

Monday, September 11, 4-5:30 p.m., Hondius Room & online Colorado ranks among the top states for total bird diversity, so how many species really call our state home? Learn about Colorado’s birds with Naturalist Kevin Cook.

Voter Registration Drive

Thursday, September 14, 5-7 p.m., Library lobby repeated Tuesday, September 19, 5-7 p.m., Library lobby

The League of Women Voters of Estes Park will be on hand to help with voter registration, important election dates, and other information about voting in Estes Park and Colorado.

Resilience & Uncertainty: A Living Room Conversation Ⓡ

Tuesday, September 19, 5:30-7 p.m., Wasson Room & online

Resilience – the ability to withstand and adapt to challenges, shocks, and disruptions – plays a critical role in navigating these uncertain times. Discuss how you’re living with uncertainty and finding resilience in this Living Room Conversation. Presented with the Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership.

TEENS & KIDS

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Pill Bottle Survival Kits Ⓡ

Saturday, September 2, 2-3:30 p.m., Makerspace repeated Tuesday, September 12, 4-5:30 p.m., Makerspace

Create a kit in a pill bottle that could help you survive if stranded in the wilderness. All supplies provided. Recommended for ages 10-18.

CD Scratch Art Ⓡ

Wednesday, September 6, 5-6 p.m., Makerspace repeated Wednesday, September 20, 5-6 p.m., Makerspace Tap into your creativity while making unique scratch art on old CDs. All art skill levels welcome.

KIDS & FAMILIES

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sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org

Library Storytimes

Babies: Thurs., Fri., & Sat. at 10 a.m.

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

Read to Therapy Dog Annie: Wed., September 6 at 4:30 p.m. Storybook Explorers: Sat., September 16 at 11:15 a.m.

Making Music with Nancy Bell: Wed., September 20 at 4:30 p.m.

Yoga Storytime with Diana Laughlin Ⓡ

Wednesday, September 13, 4:30-5 p.m., Hondius Room

Through kid-friendly mindfulness and yoga activities, we’ll explore how to stay calm and centered in our minds and bodies. Recommended for ages 4-10.

Kids Book Adventures: Pirate Chicken Ⓡ

Tuesday, September 19, 4-5 p.m., Hondius Room

Let’s go on a book adventure! We’ll read Pirate Chicken: All Hens on Deck, then craft pirate ships. Recommended for ages 6-10.

ALL AGES

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Game Night! Ⓡ

Thursday, September 21, 5-6:30 p.m., Hondius Room

Play board games from our own collection as well as ones generously provided by Frames, Games, and Things Unnamed. All ages welcome – bring your family, friends, and neighbors. Snacks and refreshments provided.

Amateur Radio Emergency Services: When All Else Fails Ⓡ

Friday, September 22, 1-3 p.m., Hondius Room

Join the Estes Valley Amateur Radio Club, the Red Cross, and the Larimer County Office of Emergency Management to learn about how amateur radio emergency services can help support first responders and the public when disasters occur.

LEGAL SELF-HELP Free Legal Self-Help Clinic Ⓡ

Wednesday, September 13, 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 6 p.m. KEY

Ⓡ: Registration required. Visit estesvalleylibrary.org to sign up.

Get Prepped With The Estes Valley Library This September

A Lady’s Life In The Rocky Mountains: Discuss The Legacy Of Isabella Bird

A traveler, explorer, adventurer. A writer, mountain climber. A legacy.

Isabella Bird is well known in Estes Park, admired for her love of Estes Park as well as her 1873 summit of Longs Peak (while wearing a Hawaiian riding dress, to boot!).

grizzly bears. The letters also share her reactions to the volatile passions of the local miners and pioneer settlers.

The Estes Valley Library joins agencies and organizations across the country by participating in National Preparedness Month this September. Together, we can take a closer look at our level of readiness and find out what to do when disasters or emergencies arise.

Throughout the month, we’ll be prepping with great projects in the Makerspace. Try one of our Pill Bottle Survival Kit classes, where we’ll pack fifteen survival items into an old pill bottle and discuss how each item can be used in the wilderness. Or, check out our Paracord Survival Bracelet classes, where we’ll weave a fashionable bracelet that includes a whistle, fire-starter, and compass clasp. Choose from a variety of fun patterns!

On Tuesday, September 19, join us for our next Living Room Conversation in person or on Zoom, presented with the Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership. We’ll be discussing resilience and our ability to withstand and adapt to challenges, shocks, and disruptions during uncertain times. Share your perspectives with your neighbors!

Ever heard of ARES, or Amateur Radio Emergency Services? Commonly referred to as Hams, amateur radio operators use their training, skills, and equipment to provide communications

through emergencies. Hear from the Estes Valley Amateur Radio Club, the Red Cross, and Larimer County Office of Emergency Management on Friday, September 22 as they discuss how emergency services communicate “when all else fails.”

Little readers can join in on the fun with their own Red Cross Storytime. On Saturday, September 23, we’ll read Prepare with Pedro to learn how Pedro the Penguin preps for emergencies that can occur at home. Attendees will receive their own storybook.

How about some light-hearted emergency preparation? On Wednesday, September 27, we’re hosting a virtual reality zombie party. Patrons ages 9 and up are invited to try one of our Oculus VR headsets to see how you’d fare in a postapocalyptic sci-fi world!

Be seen and stay safe: Next time you visit the Library, ask a staff member about a free reflective armband to be worn while biking or walking around town. This high visisbility accessory will come in handy as the days get shorter. Spend some time thinking and planning ahead this September! Together, we can be prepped for anything that comes our way. Learn more about National Preparedness Month at estesvalleylibrary.org/prep.

Women were scarce enough in the West in the late nineteenth century, and a middle-aged English lady traveling alone, by horseback, was a real phenomenon.

In late autumn and early winter of 1873, Bird made an extended tour of the Rocky Mountain area of Colorado and wrote detailed, thorough letters documenting her trailblazing journey.

Published in 1879, these letters make up the local classic, A Lady’s Life in the Rocky Mountains. They tell of magnificent, unspoiled landscapes and abundant wildlife, of encounters with rattlesnakes, wolves, mountain lions, and

As part of the Estes Valley’s celebration of Bird’s time in Estes Park as well as her Longs Peak climb, the Estes Valley Library is proud to host a community book discussion about A Lady’s Life. Readers of all ages are invited to reflect on Bird’s firsthand account of her truly astounding adventure.

The discussion will be held both in-person and on Zoom on Wednesday, September 13 beginning at 5:00 p.m. Copies of the book are available to reserve online in the Library collection or can be checked out at the first floor service desk. You can also purchase a copy from the Rocky Mountain Conservancy or Macdonald Book Shop.

Sign up for the book discussion at estesvalleylibrary.org/events, or learn more about Isabella Bird celebrations at visitestespark.com.

Rosemary, Cherry, Finn, Huckleberry, Gabby, Jack & Pistol Seeking New, Loving Families Or Foster Homes

Rosemary was stuck at a high kill shelter waiting for someone to come and adopt her. She is 10 years old so she was looking at a longer wait. We decided to try to help this sweet kitty, so we brought her to Estes Park. When she came to us we quickly learned that she is diabetic. She will need a special person to give her insulin twice per day. She is a precious loving girl that needs another chance to have a great life. If you are able to adopt or foster Rosemary please let us know! She is a good girl and is so deserving. Cur-

rently Rosemary is at the Pet Lodge.

Cherry is a fun, sweet and adorable girl. She is one year old and weighs about 35 lbs. She would love to live with another doggy friend.

Huckleberry is 2-3 years old and approximately 40 lbs. He is very playful and gets along with other dogs.

Finn is also around 35 pounds and 23 years old. Finn would probably be better as a single dog as he is selective with his dog friends but he is a very playful guy.

Gabby is a chihuahua mix. She is

about 10 years old and weighs 15 pounds. She is good with other dogs, cats and kids. She loves to be held and is in good health and just had a dental cleaning. Gabby is in foster care but is looking for a new loving family.

Jack is 10 years old. Sadly, his mom has had some serious health challenges and is unable to care for him. He loves going for walks and is very loving, cuddly and a fun and happy guy! He is good with other dogs, weighs about 15 pounds and good on a leash.

Handsome Pistol is about three years

old and weighs 58 pounds. This sweet boy is new to the Pet Association so we are learning more about his personality and traits.

Please call (970) 286-1652 if you’d like to meet or foster any of these special pets. Don’t shop, please adopt!

All pets are offered through the Pet Association of Estes Park, a non-profit organization that is your local humane society. You can make a tax-deductible donation to the Pet Association by sending your check to P.O. Box 4342, Estes Park, CO 80517.

PISTOL

JACK

HUCKLEBERRY

GABBY ROSEMARY CHERRY FINN

Join us for a free admission arts and crafts show in Estes Park on Oct. 28. Vendor spots still available!

The event is called Treasure Tables and features free parking and more than 50 vendors welcoming the public from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28, at the Event Center at the fairgrounds, 1125 Rooftop Way.

Food trucks will be available and a special bake sale also will take place.

Treasure Tables is an annual eclectic arts and crafts fair sponsored by a local Philanthropic Educational Organization, Estes Park Chapter IY, with IY proceeds

Treasure Tables Arts & Crafts Sale

Saturday, Oct. 28

going to benefit women of all ages in furthering their college education through P.E.O. International.

Founded in 1869 by seven young college women, P.E.O. International has grown and has helped more than 116,000 women by giving nearly $400 million in scholarships and financial aid. In addition, Chapter IY Foundation has annually given scholarships to local Estes Park High School graduates. In addition to home-baked items from IY, the vendors offer an array of unique and hand-crafted items for sale. Local authors will be selling their books, arti-

sans will be selling pottery, local photographers will be selling their images. If you want to get a jump on holiday shopping, make a day of it in Estes Park at the fairgrounds. There's plenty of parking, lots of food will be available to eat on-site or save for dinner, and you're sure to find one-of-a-kind items.

Last year, Swedish dishcloths were a big seller.

If you would like to be a vendor, there's still time to buy your table, which will be seen by up to 500 people on the big day. Tables cost $110 or

$120 depending on the location in the event center. Last year, more than 60 vendors turned the event center into a lively pre-holiday marketplace. For more information or to rent a table contact: peotreasuretables@gmail.com.

You will find fanciful soaps, lotions and essential oils, keepsakes and ornaments, art work, woolen personal wear, candles, stained glass art, books, pottery and food products.

Additionally, you can feel good about supporting P.E.O’s mission to help women reach their goals through education.

Center Stage School Of Dance & Gymnastics Has Started Fall Registration For All Classes!

through 18 have the opportunity to compete at regional competitions throughout the state of Colorado. We are excited to announce that Ballet Renaissance will also once again be teaching classical ballet at Center Stage on Saturday’s. Beginners of all ages are always welcomewe will find the perfect class for you!

Celebrating our 26th year in Estes Park; Center Stage School of Dance and Gymnastics has started registration for the Fall Session of children, teen and adult classes. The Fall Session I will run for eight weeks, starting on Tuesday, September 5th and running through November 11th. Center Stage offers weekly classes to children starting at age three, all the way up through adult classes. We are once again offering classes in Hip-Hop, jazz, tap, lyrical, classical and contemporary ballet, toddler dance & tumbling, and gymnastics classes. We are also continuing with a new season of Competitive Dance Teams where children ages 9

Weekly classes start out at only $10 per class and vary slightly in price, based on the length of class chosen. Thanks to the Estes Park Duck Race, financial aid scholarships are still available to children that need financial assistance with their fall tuition. (Special thanks to Estes Park Rotary Duck Race for making this possible.) To see a complete Fall Schedule of all available class days and times or to register online via email, please visit our website at www.centerstagedanceestespark.com, To register or inquire by phone, please call Center Stage at (970)714-0755, or you can also register by messaging us through our Facebook site @Centerstagedanceestespark! Register soon –class size is limited.

Pastie And Chutney Season Has Begun

Pastie and Chutney Orders

It is a long journey from Cornwall, England to Estes Park, but the pasties (pass-tees) are here! A pastie is a round piece of dough filled with savory meat and vegetables. It is folded in half to make a “D” shape with a crimped edge.

Traditionally eaten by tin miners in Cornwall, it is an easy handheld sandwich. Several parishioners at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church are currently busy in the kitchen making pasties!

St. Bartholomew's has served our community with this pastie tradition since 1986, and we need your help to continue our fundraiser tradition! All the profits from this fundraiser will go to local, national, and international non-profit organizations. In the past, some of these organizations have included Salud, Crossroads, and Habitat for Humanity of the Estes Valley.

Order your pasties by going to the church website at www.stbartsepiscopalchurch.org beginning on August 11th or type in the following link to be taken directly to the order form

https://forms.gle/sG42dPKRxphKtV2V

A. On the website you will find the order form to fill out and submit to the church office. We suggest you place your order early because there is a limit of two bags of pasties / customer and two jars of chutney / customer. A bag of regular pasties (six pasties / bag) costs $26 and a bag of gluten-free pasties (six pasties / bag) costs $28. Half-pint jars of chutney cost $10 / jar. Last year we soldout of everything, so place your order as soon as possible. Your order will be available for pick-up on October 21st during the St. Bartholomew’s Fall Festival from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the church. We can accept checks or credit cards as forms of payment. We will also have our Fall Festival on October 21st which will include an extensive food and bake sale, a small boutique of fall (Thanksgiving and Halloween) and Christmas/Winter items for $25 or less, and hot coffee and donuts to snack on in a conversation circle. If you have any questions regarding the order of pasties and chutney or the pick-up date, please contact Carolyn Shirey at c.shirey65@gmail.com or 936-766-5637.

Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary Club Welcomes Bill Brown

Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary is pleased to welcome William (Bill) Brown to the Sunrise Rotary Club on Tuesday, August 22, 2023. Jean Rissmiller is his sponsor.

Bill has transferred his Rotary membership from the Des Moines, Iowa Rotary Club.

Bill served as managing partner of a 70-attorney law firm, BrownWinick and BrownWinick, and was Chair of ABI, the largest statewide business trade association in Iowa. He retired from his Des Moines law firm at the end of last year, though still serving as counsel. Bill has been serving as Legislative Affairs Ambassador for the Estes Park Chamber of Commerce since 2020. He managed a recent Visit Estes Park task force addressing funding for local workforce housing and childcare issues. He is very involved with Estes Valley local public policy matters.

Bill plans to actively help with the up-

coming Autumn Gold Festival, Sept 2324, and is an advocate for the Rotary motto 'Service Above Self' which conveys a humanitarian spirit.

In his free time, Bill enjoys traveling, golfing, hiking, biking, jurisprudence, public policy, and spending time with his family. Bill and his wife, Patti Brown, have five children and are long-time visitors and property owners in Estes Park.

Rotary is a global network of 1.4 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. For more than 110 years, Rotarians have used their passion, energy, and intelligence to take action on sustainable projects. From literacy and peace to water and health, we are always working to better our world, and we stay committed to the end.

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Swing Into Action For A Worthy Cause

Get ready to putt your way to fun and philanthropy at the upcoming Estes Valley Board of REALTORS® Annual Mini Golf Tournament. On September 21st, the picturesque greens of Fun City in Estes Park will play host to an event that promises a delightful afternoon for all ages, all while supporting the invaluable work of Crossroads Ministry Junior Outreach and their Mortgage/Rent assistance programs.

The generosity of Fun City of Estes Park shines as they have graciously provided their facility to aid in supporting the Crossroads Junior Outreach program. This collaboration between the real estate community and local businesses underscores the power of community engagement and the dedication to making a positive impact in the lives of the less fortunate.

As the sun sets over the majestic Rockies, participants will have the chance to showcase their mini golf skills while contributing to a greater cause. But the goodwill doesn't stop there. Local businesses have rallied behind this initiative, with a multitude of gift cards up for grabs. These donations will serve as an additional source of funds to bolster the efforts of Crossroads Ministry in their mission to provide essential resources and support to those in need.

"We are excited to bring together com-

munity members, families, friends, coworkers, and everyone who believes in giving back," says the Estes Valley Board Of REALTORS®, the driving force behind this event. "It's a wonderful opportunity to not only enjoy a fun-filled day but also make a tangible difference in the lives of young individuals and families who require assistance."

The event's organizers are encouraging everyone to seize the opportunity to join the cause. The beauty of Mini Golf is whether you're a novice golfer or a seasoned pro, this mini golf tournament is about more than just sinking a holein-one; it's about driving change and providing much-needed relief to families facing financial hardships.

Registration for the event is now open, and participants are encouraged to sign up early to secure their spot. The registration fee is $25 per golfer, children seven years old and younger are free. So mark your calendars for September 21st, pack your putting skills, and come join the fun at Fun City in Estes Park. Together, we can make a difference, one putt at a time.

For registration details and more information about the event, please contact the Estes Valley Board Of REALTORS®: admin@evbor or 970-586-6628 or Crossroads Ministry: office.crossroadsep@gmail.com or 970-577-0610.

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Singers Wanted For Handel’s Messiah

The Oratorio Society of Estes Park will be celebrating the holidays this season with a gala performance of Handel’s oratorio, Messiah. If you are an experience choral singer and would like to become part of our joyous celebration we would love to hear from you.

We will rehearse on Sundays from 6:30 to 8:30 at Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies starting on Sep-

tember 10th. If you would like to join us, call or text Robert Howard at 970-6183618 or send an email message to estesmus16@gmail.com.

The Oratorio Society would also welcome string players on violin, viola, cello or bass.

Performances will take place on Friday, December 8th at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday at 2:00 p.m.

From Boom Town To Ghost Town

By: Ethan Knightchilde

Over the last two months in the Estes Park News, I shared some of the legends of Old West ghost towns that helped drive the creation of the Best Documentary Award-winning film, Ghosts of the West: The End of the Bonanza Trail and its companion book, Ghosts of the West: Tales and Legends from the Bonanza Trail. But what is a “ghost town?”

And how did all those “[city] streets, crowded and rife with business,” in the words of Mark Twain, fall into utter silence?

According to MerriamWebster, a ghost town is technically “a once-flourishing town wholly or nearly deserted usually as a result of the exhaustion of some natural resource.” However, enthusiasts often broaden that definition to include locations that are still populated but are mere shadows of what they once were, as well as those that have utterly vanished. The result is a grayscale of historic sites ranging from an empty field like Buckskin Joe to a thriving tourist town like Creede.

The mineral extraction that created the towns generated a staggering amount of wealth. For example, gold taken from gulches around Helena, Montana, amounted to more than twice what the U.S. had paid France for the entire Louisiana Territory. But unless there was some other reason for the settlement’s existence (such as commerce or holding the county seat without a nearby rival), most of the population left once the ore played out, and the town died.

On occasion, the mines were producing well, but larger economic forces came into play. The Sherman Silver Purchase Act had required the federal government to procure at market value and coin silver produced by domestic mines. When the Panic of ‘93 hit, the U.S. repealed the Act, sending the price of silver into a tailspin. The news spread like wildfire through the western states. Freighters abandoned silver ore on the sides of trails and railroads, and entire towns in Montana and Colorado were nearly deserted within twenty-four hours. In Granite, Montana, the steam whistle at Granite Mountain Mining’s mill was tied open the day after the repeal, announcing the shutdown of operations. Residents packed up what belongings they could bring with them and left town.

Though dealt a severe blow, mining at the richest lodes remained profitable. As the price of silver recovered in the years after the crash, operations resumed at some abandoned workings. Like many camps, Granite had more ups and downs in the following decades. But in the late 1950s, while a crew was assessing the old mine shafts, a fire that began in the sur-

face engine room destroyed most of the town.

Sometimes, the second or third lease on life was nearly as short-lived as the first. In 1882, a year after Christopher Carson staked out the Bonanza King mine, a camp bearing his name formed in the wilderness on the Atlantic side of Colorado’s Continental Divide. Situated high above timberline, access for bringing supplies in and shipping ore out

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plagued the remote settlement for years. Some miners chose to stick close to their claims throughout the brutal winters; but when the federal government demonetized silver during the Panic of ‘93, Carson came to an end.

In 1896, the discovery of gold nearby revived the district, and another camp formed at a lower elevation on the Pacific side of the Divide. The new Carson thrived for a few years, then mining activity began its inevitable decline; people left for richer grounds; and in 1903, the post office finally closed.

Every town has its own story, and Ghosts of the West depicts many with historical images and current-day footage and photos. I invite you to come to a show at the movie house where it began its journey: the Historic Park Theatre, built when the film’s events were still in living memory. Catch a screening at 2 p.m. on September 7 and 21. (A special schedule is planned for October.) As the film’s writer-director, I will be on hand whenever possible to answer questions about the entire project after each program.

Visit www.HistoricParkTheatre.com for information and tickets. Visit KnightSkyPictures.com, the production company’s official website, to view the film’s trailer, gallery, and production info. [Portions of this article originally appeared in the screenplay for Ghosts of the West and the companion book, Ghosts of the West: Tales and Legends from the Bonanza Trail, by E. S. Knightchilde.]

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Estes Park Men’s Golf Association Results For August 28, 2023

Annual Meeting & Team 6-6-6 Ryder Cup Format

Congratulations to all winners

Net Scores:

1. Tom McNeil/Brad Anderson 61

2. Al Arms/Steve Nagl 62

3. Rex Schultze/Scott Dorman 62

4. Mike Bryson/Robert Wilczek 62

5. John Glover/Dave Van Wert 63

6. Dave McAfee/ Dave Knight 64

7. George Smith/Charles Hanchett 65

8. Roger Galloway/Don Saucier 65

9. Steve Poznic/Jim Toresdahl 65

10. Larry Nosbish/John Tessler 66

11. Jerry Ballinghoff/Roger Erwin 66

12. Walt Coleman/Paul Edens 66

13. Rod Unruh/Dwight Stanford 66

14. Jack Holmquist/Don Bishop 66

15. Mike Riley/Josh Tracy 67

16. Dennis Bryan/John Krueger 67

17. Steve Wirrig/Stan Osborne 67

18. Mike Cunningham/Chuck Slicker 67

Estes Park Women’s Golf Association Results Of Play – Tues., August 29, 2023

The women’s golf association had a “Birdie Bash” this week on the golf course. The winners scored the most net birdies on the day, from a field of 24 golfers.

Congratulations to the winners:

1st place with 8 birdies -Marianne Casey

2nd place with 7 birdies – Carla SprengWebb

Tied for 3rd place with 6 birdies each -

Johanna Gengler and Claudia Irwin

Tied for 5th place with 5 birdies each –Carolyn Bible and Jan Alderman

Tied for 7th place with 4 birdies each –Judi Cunningham, Linda Bowie, Stacey Harding and Jan Tindall

The women’s league season will conclude at the end of September. If you would like more information about the league, please contact the league President, Carla Spreng-Webb for more information at Carla.Spreng@gmail.com

Choose Good, Finish Well!

By: Larry Strong

There is an old saying, “Behind every good man is a surprised mother-in-law. ” While this saying is a bit tongue in cheek, I reckon there is a tad bit of truth to it. After all, mothers have mighty high expectations of the man who ends up marrying her daughter. At least they should. Of course dads have their opinion too but if mama’s happy…we’ll it’s just a good thing when mama’s happy.

I don’t know if I surprised my mother in law. If I did I hope it was a pleasant one. She did, however surprise me. Sherie’s mom, Mary was one of the most unbelievable women I ever met. She loved me more like a real mother than an in-law and since my mom died young Mary sort of be came my second mom. A strong woman of faith, she shined the light of Jesus constantly. She was kind, gentle, considerate, forgiving and a whole bunch of other neat stuff. And on top of all that she was a fine cook. I couldn’t wait to get back to the Miller house after Sun day church. I think Mary somehow knew the way to my soul was through her cooking and truth be told, I learned a lot about the Lord hanging around the Miller house. Thank you Mary and James too— Sherie’s dad. You were both outstanding examples of what a Christian is supposed to emulate. Loving others, striving to become more like Jesus and grateful for His Grace. And you did a darn good job of raising up the young woman who would become my wife.

I’ve been the beneficiary of James and Mary’s daughter Sherie going on 45 years. That many years will flush out whether a man has chosen a good woman and, make no mistake, I picked a great one. Like Mary, Sherie is indeed a Proverbs 31 woman, virtuous, strong and selfless. I know the Lord chose Sherie for me and I was just lucky enough to be paying attention for once. Our life journey together has proven the

value of choosing wisely more times than I can count. I’m sure we would do some things differently but we’ve always come out the other side stronger in the Lord and with each other. That’s a good choice in itself and not always an easy one. Neither is being dedicated to finishing well. It’s a simple concept requiring diligence to execute. We can’t rewind the video tape of our life journey but we can sure as shootin’ be intentional about getting on and staying on the right trail to finish well. Key word… intentional.

The word intentional comes up a lot at Men on Fire. Making good choices and being committed to finishing well are both on our bullet point list of priorities at MOF. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your path straight. ” It’s fair to say none of the guys at Men on Fire are guilty of living on a “bent free” path. Lord knows my journey has been anything but straight.

God’s Word also encourages us to fight the good fight, finish the race and keep the faith. Again, simple concept, tough to execute by your lonesome.

Make good choices and finish well. If that’s all we focused on at Men on Fire it would be admirable. But there’s a whole lot more to becoming the man God intended us to be including a man of COURAGE. We can’t do any of this alone which is why we gather together every Saturday, 8:00 am at the American Legion to encourage each other and grow in our faith. The breakfast burritos are tasty, the coffee is good and hot and the conversation and fellowship is sure to suit you. Come help us keep making good choices and striving to finish well! Saturday, 8:00 a.m., American Legion, 850 N. St. Vrain. From out of town? Join us! See ya’ Saturday.

Bible Study Fellowship Returns To Estes Park

Once again Cornerstone Church is pleased to invite ladies of all ages to come to this wonderful study on Thursday mornings beginning September 14, 2023.

The format is:

9:00-9:15 a.m. coffee and chat (optional)

9:15-10:00 a.m. discussion

10:00-10:40 a.m. video of lesson from live speaker

10:40-10:45 a.m. closing prayer

Please contact Becky Finger at 970-

430-1066 for additional information or to save your spot!

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Many Ways To Support Crossroads And Those In Need

By: Brian Schaffer

On Thursday morning, August 17th, there was an 81 year old lady being cared for by a home health nurse, and in the midst of getting out of the shower she fell to the ground causing severe pain. An ambulance was called to her farm house and rushed her to the emergency room. After an initial evaluation, it was determined she had two crushed verte-

mind. You see, earlier this year she said good-bye to her Dad as he entered his eternal dwelling place. I can only imagine how this recent event stirred up within her an empathetic spirit of love and compassion for this neighbor. We really are trying to do our best to love our neighbors as well as we love ourselves. We do this by treating everyone like family! It doesn’t make it easy all the

Rotary Club Presents 18th John Denver Tribute Concert

Throughout the world, the music of the late John Denver represents the best of the Colorado Rocky Mountain lifestyle. Join Brad Fitch and The TropiCowboy Band as they perform Denver’s timeless songs this Saturday, September 2 at the Ruesch Auditorium,YMCA of the Rockies.

This concert is presented by the Rotary Club of Estes Park Foundation and is a fundraiser for their programs.

“I am proud to perform with a talented six-piece band that interprets John Denver’s music with both reverence and a whole lot of fun,” Fitch said. “It’s a special experience to hear this music performed live in the mountains of Col-

orado. These songs rekindle fond memories and lighten the spirit. I hope you will join us for this great music for a great cause.”

Fitch and his band will be performing their tribute concert for the eighteenth year this Labor Day weekend. Never the same show from year to year, they include his best-known hits while also digging deep into John Denver’s catalogue.

Tickets can be obtained at Macdonald Book Shop and the Estes Park Visitor Center, with reserved seating available online. Doors open at 4 p.m. with opening act Random and True playing at 5 p.m. and the John Denver Tribute at 6:30 p.m.

brae so she was transported to a larger facility in Little Rock for a potential surgery. When I heard about this lady’s condition, I was compelled to get on a plane to be with her during this traumatic experience. You might ask, “Why would you do this? ” Well, this lady has a special name that I call her, and it’s Mom. I’m glad it worked out for me to be there during her hospital stay and then helping her transition into a rehabilitation center. It was quite a learning experience dealing with Medicare on what options were available to my Mom in way of long term care facilities. I put in the work because I wanted her to be in a good place to get better. It was during this time that I was able to reflect on the many blessings my parents have experienced in life. The chapters of their life together is full of love, adventure, family, church and God’s provision. We celebrated this and began to discuss the next chapter of their life. It will most definitely include selling the farm and moving closer to family where they will have a more intimate support structure for their current and future health needs. My Dad and I wrestled through this tough decision and landed on Mom’s health being the number one priority in life. We got on a call with my brother and sister to discuss this, and my Dad verbalized how he had come to the realization that they can no longer live on their own. He also expressed how much he loved his wife and that he was willing to do whatever it takes to take care of her. I felt honored to be the convener of these decisions for our family.

At Crossroads, we serve our neighbors as if they were family, and it shows up in many ways throughout the week. A few days ago, one of our neighbors was carrying a heavy load with the passing of his mother. As I spoke with one of our case managers about how we could best help him, I could see in her eyes that she had already connected with him at a heart level and had his best interest in

time, because every family has difficult seasons and tough decisions to make.

We have deep desire to be there for people who are living in our community. We realize there are many living life on their own, and that there will come a day when they need somebody to lean on. It’s like the song says, “I just might have a problem that you’ll understand. We all need somebody to lean on…” Let’s be the type of people who can be there for others to lean on. And, let’s reach out if we need somebody to lean on.

I don’t mention this a lot during the summer, but we really do lean on people who can partner with us to financially carry the heavy load we bear. This financial partnership allows us to always be ready with resources to help every neighbor in need that comes our way. You can make an online donation or you can send in a check to our mailbox. Either way is fine. We are grateful when you do this! This year we are continuing to see record-breaking numbers in the needs among our neighbors. This is reflected in the number of rent payments, utility bills, groceries going out the door and fuel vouchers to help people get to medical appointments and their jobs. I know we have some fundraising events coming up and we anticipate a good turnout at these, but in the meantime if you’d like to donate now, we would greatly appreciate it.

This coming Labor Day weekend there are two great concerts at the YMCA of the Rockies supporting two great causes. The John Denver tribute is on Saturday to support the Rotary, and ours is on Sunday with a tribute to Gordon Lightfoot. Our concert will start at 5 p.m. in Hyde Chapel, so I hope you can make it. The other thing we have coming up soon is our Open House on Thursday, September 7th, from 4 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Come whenever you can. We would love to see you!

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What Does A Sustainability Manager Do?

By: Judi Smith

An interesting question arose last week. I thought I knew the answer, but after researching, I must admit there is more to this position than I realized. Before even attempting to answer, we must define sustainability. At one time, sustainability was thought to reside in economic stability. That definition has expanded. If we define it as I usually do, to be the ability to sustain or continue … even if we limit that to the three sub-sections defined by the United Nations (Economic, Ecological and Social aspects), it would take three separate individuals, each with different training, to fulfill the position requirements. Therefore, for our purposes today, we will limit this to the position of Ecological Sustainability Manager, which references the discussion where it arose.

I started by referencing university programs which degree or certificate individuals in the field. According to MIT: a well-trained sustainability manager should arrive knowledgeable about (ecologically) sustainable strategies and sustainable infrastructure, be aware of sustainable opportunities for industry, be prepared to quantify environmental impact, and be capable of driving a transition to a circular economy. Wow!

Digging deeper, I found that a professional sustainability manager should be capable of:

1) Strengthening sustainable policies without detracting from economic initiatives;

2) Estimating the economic effect, the base cost, the Federal and State credits available, and the monthly savings of each sustainability initiative;

3) Prioritizing what should be done first;

4) Strategizing and developing an action plan within the assigned budget;

5) Advising Town departments, businesses, organizations, and households about ecological sustainability before and during the upcoming changes (National, State, and Local); and

6) Measuring and tracking the sustainable impact of each step taken. Not a bad resume.

Colorado’s Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) defines sustainability planning as “meeting the needs of your community now while making sure that the future needs of your community are not jeopardized and comprehensively lists 16 elements of these plans. Half of these clearly involve ecological environment. Many, if not most, municipalities have

either hired or volunteer managers, departments, or task forces, who serve to co-ordinate the various groups and governmental departments, within their realm, who are interested in ecological action. The result of this collaboration should be a stronger, more sustainable culture: ecologically, socially, and economically.

The Adam’s County Plan, presented as a sample on the DOLA website, addresses waste, water, land, sustainable infrastructure, energy, air quality, transportation, and “healthy, resilient neighborhoods.” Durango’s Sustainability Department serves to co-ordinate inter-departmental collaboration in pursuing goals in air quality, energy, food matters, Green Durango Grants, greenhouse gas emissions (ghg), solar, transportation, waste reduction, and water conservation. The City of Lakewood goals included an annual increase to certified green buildings and the implementation of a green business certification plan. … Fraser established goals, developed a plan, inventoried the ghg production (and sources) and set reduction goals, with a date of 2025. The City of Fort Collins has a department for each arm of sustainability, providing a “Triple Bottom Line” within the City’s Sustainability Service Area. Breckenridge invites visitors to join the “B Like Breck” campaign. Their online results show successes and challenges for all to see in the measurements of certified renewable energy, water demand, landfill waste, ghg emissions, and transit ridership. Among SustainableBreck projects: A case study in the ability of aspen to reduce fire severity through increased moisture content, increased species diversity, and decreased flammability. This list can go on and on. The growth of the sustainability industry is amazing! Colorado has always been respected for our environment, but as the Earth heats and endangered species, like the pika, succumb, we cannot see the future. Our Colorado mountain towns are doing a remarkable job of the necessary changes to maintain our cool mountain air and our clean mountain water; to protect the land from misplaced refuse; to update old technology into new resilient infrastructure, and to employ trained personnel to guide us in the maintenance of progressing sustainability options.

Agree? Disagree? Comments?

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Elvin Dean Spreng

March 26, 1930-August 21, 2023

Elvin Spreng had a rich life story. Born on March 26, 1930, in Loveland, Colorado, he grew up on a farm with his parents, John and Eva Spreng, and worked hard alongside his siblings, Kathryn, who preceded him in death and his Brother Ed age 95. After graduating from Loveland High School in 1948, he attended Colorado State University.

Elvin had a diverse career, including working on the Great Western Railway from 1953 to 1958 and serving as a Reserve Commissioned Officer in the Army and National Guard from 1950 to 1962. On September 11, 1955, he married Constance Zeiler, and together, they embarked on a 43-year career in cattle buying and farming on their 360-acre farm east of Loveland. He was on the board of Farm Bureau, a member of the Beef Feeders Organization, on the board of Trinity United Methodist Church, a member of the Gideons in Estes Park and an avid Bronco’s Fan.

Elvin and Constance raised three daughters on the farm and later retired in 2000, moving to Estes Park, Colorado, where they enjoyed the beauty of the Rocky Mountains. They celebrated 68 years of marriage.

Elvin was known for his love of fishing, a passion he pursued throughout his life. He was also fond of celebrating birthdays, especially his own. He loved talking to people, sharing his stories and listening to theirs. Elvin continued to buy and sell cattle until he was 90 years old, a testament to his dedication to farming.

His family includes his wife Constance Spreng, daughters Carla Spreng-Webb (Drew), Lynelle Loriaux, (Frank) and Mary Kay South, (Don), grandchildren-Todd Hansen, (JoAnna), Jill Franklin, (TC) , TJ Nathan, significant other Julie Friedman and Jamie Nathan, significant other Joe Sullivan, and great grandchild Colby Hansen.

Elvin's legacy undoubtedly lives on through the memories and stories shared by those who knew and loved him.

A celebration of life for Elvin will be held Friday, September 1, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at Allnutt Funeral Chapel, 1302 Graves Avenue, Estes Park, CO. Interment will follow at Estes Valley Memorial Gardens with a reception to follow at family home.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.allnuttestespark.com for the Spreng family.

Celebration Of Life Service For Kenneth L. Coleman, Jr.

There will be Celebration of Life Service for Mr. Kenneth L. Coleman, Jr. on Sunday, September 3rd at 11 a.m. at the Pinewood Springs Community Church in Pinewood Springs, CO. He is survived by his three sons: Jonathan, Brandon, and Spencer Coleman.

After the service there will be a light luncheon in the Fellowship Hall.

Pete Dawson

Alcoholics Anonymous 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.

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.

Early Worms Women's Meeting

12 p.m. Mondays

St. Bartholomew, 880 MacGregor Ave.

Alcoholics Anonymous Fall River Group, 453 West Elkhorn, Estes Park.

Current Schedule as of 8/13/2023

Monday 12 p.m. In Person at 453 West Elkhorn O, D

Monday 7 p.m. Hybrid (In Person and Online) Zoom 654 598 884 O, BB

Friday 12 p.m. Online Zoom 999 829

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Saturday 12 p.m. Hybrid (In Person and Online) Zoom 999 829 166 O, D

Sunday 12 p.m. Online Zoom 999 829

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Other 12 Step Meetings Held at Fall River Group

Thursday 7 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous “New Horizons” Group O, D Hybrid (In Person and Online) Zoom 705 555 830

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D=discussion

BB=Big Book

Zoom Meetings-Everyday at noon Zoom #999 829 166 (no password needed).

Pete Dawson, age 72, of Estes Park, formerly of Niwot, Colorado, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family, on August 20, 2023.

Pete was born on December 31, 1950 in Neenah, Wisconsin where he lived with his parents Paul and Lillian, his older sisters Gail and Kathy, and his younger brother Joe. The family moved to Boulder in 1960. Pete graduated from Fairview High School in 1969 and his high school years were filled with many achievements. He was a state medalist in golf, learned to fly single engine planes, and met and later married the love of his life, Melinda “Lindy” Johnson, on June 12, 1971. He graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in Business but never stopped learning and growing. He became the source of information for many, including his two wonderful children, Brian (Heather) and Amber (Mike), who became a source of immeasurable pride and joy. The joy they brought Pete was rivaled only by his eight grandchildren— Torrey “Squirt” (Jonah), Jake “Rascal”, Leah “Bug” (Alex), Dawson “Dude”, Zach “Tiger”, Caitlyn “Cupcake”, Jackson “Jet”, Loralyn “Sticks, ” who never stopped bringing happiness and entertainment to Pete and Lindy.

Pete's passions were as diverse as they were vibrant. From the tranquility of the golf course to the exhilarating heights of soaring in his glider (he was a member of the Soaring Society of Boulder), he embraced life's adventures with a spirit of enthusiasm that inspired all who knew him. His love for cowboy action shooting and fish-

ing were pursuits that bound him to the beauty of nature, and he loved sharing these moments with his cherished grandchildren and friends.

Pete designed several subdivisions and golf courses in Colorado and Texas, and he was a dedicated State Farm agent for over 35 years in the Boulder and Niwot area, where he shared his office with his son, Brian. His commitment to his clients and his community was a testament to his integrity and unwavering work ethic.

We remember a man whose love for the Lord shone through him, his laughter could light up any room, whose wisdom was sought by many, and whose kindness touched countless lives. Pete's legacy of love, laughter, and adventure will forever remain in the hearts of those who were privileged to know him.

He was known to his fellow cowboy action shooters as “White Raven” and in lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations in his memory be made to the Single Action Shooting Society: Briggsdale County Shootists

℅ Mark Fetter, 2502 Haralson Ct., Ft. Collins, CO 80526.

Pete’s Service of Remembrance will be held at the YMCA Hyde Chapel in Estes Park, CO at 1:00 p.m. on September 16th with a cowboy lunch reception to follow. Friends are welcome to attend. Feel free to wear your Jimmy Buffet shirts, cowboy gear, golf shirts or fishing hats!

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.allnuttestespark.com for the Dawson Jr. family.!

In loving memory of Randy Allan Brown, 1959 - 2018.

Tuesday 12 p.m. Online Zoom 999 829 166 O, D

Wednesday 12 p.m. Hybrid (In Person and Online) Zoom 999 829 166 O, D

Wednesday 7 p.m. Hybrid (In Person and Online) Zoom 999 829 166 O, D

Thursday 12 p.m. Online Zoom 999 829 166

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

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

Online AA and NA Meetings at www.intherooms.com

There are 70 AA Meetings and 30 NA Meetings a week.

I think of you every day. Miss our talks. Miss your laughter. Miss you.

Love Mom & Family

Randy Brown

Historic Crags Lodge

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Join the Upper Thompson Sanitation District Team

Full-Time Treatment Plant Operator/Trainee

Full details on employment opportunities and the application can be found at https://utsd.colorado.gov/employment.

Upper Thompson Sanitation District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

ESTES PARK SCHOOL

DISTRICT R-3

WORK WHILE YOUR CHILD IS IN SCHOOL. GREAT BENEFITS. FULL-TIME NUTRITION SERVICE POSITION

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

Apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp

Only online applications accepted. Salary range is $16.09 to $18.19 per hour 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

Rocky Mountain Gateway

Now hiring for a Cook Housing available.

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Part-Time Interviewing

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$22/hr. Looking for a few part-time interviewers to work in downtown Estes Park Sept 1-30 & Oct 1. Do not need to be avail for all dates. Somewhat flexible times/hrs. Job includes talking w/ visitors about their experiences in Estes Park. No sales. Work outside while moving about. Must be outgoing/easily approach others, responsible, detailed, organized & able to meet scheduling req’ments. Send summary of relevant experiences & availability to: Sue@rrcassociates.com.

RRC Associates is a consumer research &consulting firm specializing in the travel & tourism industry.

Rocky Mountain Conservancy Cartographic Technician in RMNP

This posi on supports the park GIS Specialist, including data management, field collec on, and use of other GIS products.

 6-month project; Runs approx. 11/23 - 4/23

 $21/hr.

 Knowledge of database and GIS hardware required

 Ability to communicate GIS concepts & technology verbally and in wri ng

 Per task agreement, candidates must be between 18-35 years of age

 No benefi ts, no telework op on; housing unit provided based on availability

See full posi on descrip on on our website before applying

To apply, submit cover le er, resume and 3 professional references to: Opportunity@RMConservany.org

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Employment Opportunity with Estes Park Housing Authority

Housing Program Manager

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community by ensuring affordable housing opportunities? Estes Park Housing Authority is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Housing Program Manager to lead and manage our housing program initiatives. As the Housing Program Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the creation, management, compliance, and evaluation of housing programs aimed at increasing the stock of affordable and workforce housing in the Estes Valley. Join our team and contribute to shaping the future of housing in our community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Executive Director to develop and maintain a comprehensive housing program portfolio.

• Manage budgets within the program portfolio to ensure efficient operations and adherence to contractual limits.

• Oversee financial aspects of programs, including contracts and expenditures, ensuring compliance with program scope.

• Develop and implement policies and procedures, including deed restrictions and assistance programs.

• Present projects to funders, partners, officials, and the Board of Directors for funding proposals.

• Create new housing programs through financial analysis, expansion, and evaluation.

• Establish operational systems for housing program administration and record-keeping.

• Ensure compliance of all deed-restricted properties in the Estes Valley.

• Contribute to annual housing plans and long-term strategic initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, real estate, public administration, or related field. Equivalent education and experience will also be considered.

• Licensed as a Realtor through the Colorado Real Estate Commission Preferred.

• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and multitasking.

• 5+ years of relevant work experience in housing program management or a related field.

• Knowledge of real estate finance, affordable housing regulations, and land use policies.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred.

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

• Ability to pass a criminal history, credit, and motor vehicle background check.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary range: $65,000 - $85,000.

• Health, dental, vision, and PERA retirement benefits, and PTO.

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

• Professional development and growth opportunities.

Application Process:

To apply for this role, please complete an employment application and submit with your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position. Send your application attention Scott Moulton Executive Director at smoulton@estes.org.

Applications and job description available at the EPHA office or on our website www.esteshousing.org

363 E Elkhorn Ave Suite 101 Estes Park, CO 80517 Or call 970-591-2535 for additional information

Estes Park Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Join us in shaping the future of affordable housing in the Estes Valley. Apply today!Position open until filled.

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2515 tunn e l R oa d e stes P a rk, C o l o r a d o , 80511

G u est ReGistRatio n / n iGht a ud it Re l ief Ma n aGeR

Year round position with excellent benefits including medical, dental, 401(K) and paid time off. $19-$21/hour.

Please apply at :

This position is primarily responsible for covering the days/nights when the regular Night Auditor and any of the Guest Registration Managers are off (including extended time off for vacation, holiday, sick time, etc.). Must be able to work independently and remain alert between 11:00 PM –7:00 AM. Must have basic computer skills and willingness to learn the software. $18.00$21.30/hour with full benefits, employee perks, generous PTO/vacation, and more.

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JOIN OUR TEAM! Full details on employment opportunities and the application can be found at estes.org/jobs.

Full-time

Administrative Assistant I

Capital Construction Project Supervisor

Civil Engineer I - II (term limited)

Community Development Director

Emergency Services Dispatcher I – III

Events Maintenance Worker I

Journey Lineworker

Police Officer I – III

Utility Billing Representative I - III Water Superintendent

Seasonal Events Maintenance Worker

The status of applications will be communicated via e-mail. By choice, the Town of Estes Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT CUSTODIAN

Estes Park School District R-3 is accepting applications for one full-time, year-round head custodian, and one full-time, year-round custodian. Salary range is $17.09 to $21.68 per hour depending on experience, with single benefits. The successful candidate must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and physical demands/lift test. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, eligible to work in the U.S., and possess a high school diploma or GED.

Apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp

Only online applications accepted. Position open until filled.

Contact Brian Lund with questions: 970-586-2361, ext 3005.

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Employment Opportunity with Estes Park Housing Authority

Real Estate Development Manager

Estes Park Housing Authority, acting as its own Real Estate Developer, takes a crossfunctional team approach to develop new affordable housing properties, as well as to complete significant renovations of existing properties. The Real Estate Development Manager is an integral part of the development team and is responsible for leading and managing the technical aspects of the real estate development plan and will act as the Owner’s Representative during project construction. The Real Estate Development Manager will report directly to the Executive Director. Join our collaborative team and contribute to enhancing our community's quality of life through meaningful real estate projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Executive Director to manage EPHA's development project pipeline.

• Lead site evaluations, feasibility reviews, and coordination of site entitlement processes.

• Create development project budgets and provide cost data for funding proposals.

• Procure services such as architecture, engineering, and contracting via RFP process.

• Oversee contract development, construction management, and project tracking.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory partners and agencies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Urban Planning, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field.

• Minimum 5+ years of experience managing affordable multi-family or land development projects; 7+ years preferred.

• Expertise in real estate development processes and multi-family construction methods.

• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and adherence to specifications.

• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of $75,000 - $95,000.

• Health, dental, vision, and PERA retirement benefits, PTO

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Engaging and collaborative work environment.

• Chance to make a positive impact on the community.

Application Process:

To apply for this role, please complete an employment application and submit with your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position. Send your application attention Scott Moulton Executive Director at smoulton@estes.org.

Applications and job description available at the EPHA office or on our website www.esteshousing.org

363 E Elkhorn Ave Suite 101 Estes Park, CO 80517 Or call 970-591-2535 for additional information

Estes Park Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

Join our team and contribute to creating affordable housing solutions that make a lasting difference in the Estes Park community. Apply now and be a part of our impactful journey! Position open until filled.

SEASONED

SEASONED An American Bistro Come and join our team! Village Laundry is in need of Attendants. Competitive pay, starting at $15.00 per hour. Flexible hours. Year round job. Send your resume to: villagelaundry1@gmail.com or pick up application at 172 S. St. Vrain Ave.

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 High School Secretary/Bookkeeper

Estes Park School District R-3 is accepting applications for a full-time secretary to the principal/bookkeeper at the high school.

Apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp Only online applications accepted. Salary range is $19.16 to $21.68/hr. with single benefits for up to 215 days. Up to five years previous experience may be granted. Position is open until filled.

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

NOW HIRING

Apply at 854 Dunraven Street, Estes Park CO 970/586-1085 mtnvalleyestes@gmail.com

YMcA oF THe rockies

2515 Tunn e l r o ad e s t es pa rk , c o l

Ho u sekeepi n g & Foo d service

$750 sig n- o n b o nu s !

Spend your fall in the mountains!

Join the Housekeeping or Food Service department at YMCA of the Rockies between September 2 – October 13, 2023 and earn a signing bonus of $125/week, up to $750 total possible.

Housekeeping Staff are responsible for having assigned cabins and lodge rooms cleaned by check-in time and to meet the expectations of the supervisors and guests, while Food Service Staff are responsible for providing guests with a positive dining experience at our on-grounds café, grill, and dining halls. No experience required. On-the-job training provided. May live on or off-grounds and be eligible for the bonus.

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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

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.

Dad’s

• Drive-up

& Go Service Helpers

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

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.

HOUSEHOLD TRANSPORTATION RENTALS SALES SALES REAL ESTATE

Commercial Rentals

Professional office for rent. Single office with reception, waiting room, bathroom and amenities within office building to be used exclusively by you on Tuesday Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Inquiries should be sent: lasiocarpa@yahoo.com or 970-214-7081

Storage Units

Warehouse Space for Rent. 4400 sq. ft., 14 ft. doors. For more info call Jim @ 970-227-0346

TRANSPORTATION

Trucks

1999 Chevy Suburban 2500. 454 Vortex motor, 141K miles. Seats 8. Fair cond. $3,500. Nathanael-970-692-4237.

Trailers/Campers

For Sale 2014 Cyclone HD Edition Toy Hauler Series M-3100. Used very little. make great employee housing. 970-586-4542

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

Furniture

Free, you pick up, one or both: Oak tv console & bookcase, 19”d x 48”w x 50”h; brown 4-drawer metal file, 14”w x 52”h x 26”d. 970-586-0368 after 5:30pm

Misc.

FREE Single panel doors and an air bed. 970-586-4235 leave message.

MISCELLANEOUS

Misc.

I have thirty chairs, I am looking for thirty souls to fill those chairs. Myself and my family are willing to open up our home and our hearts to help you see the comfort and hope in knowing the way of the Lord our God. I am driven by the urgency to spread his word for his coming is soon. Contact Jorge and Andrea Fernandez 970-825-4044

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

Commercial Homes

For Sale by Owner 1 full acre, 2 bedroom house, fully insulated, vinyl siding, double car garage, beautiful landscaping. Call for appointment. 970-412-3478

INSTRUCTION

Misc.

Private math tutor, Estes Park. MS in Math & taught calculus 6 yrs. Call/text for rates/scheduling. 360-710-4152.

Garage Sales

Saturday 9/2. 8:00-1:00. Hwy 7 to Tranquil Ln. Follow signs to Vail Ct. Lots of STUFF of all kinds!

Sale- 164 Stanley Circle Drive

Fri-Sat 8-3

Winter gear, camping, tools, antiques, clothing, bedding, bike, lots misc

Multi Family Garage Sale

Fri Sept 1 and Sat Sept 2

Tools, Puzzles, Small Refrigerator, Vintage Smoking Stand, Cassette Tapes, Many Household Items. Starts at 8 AM until Noon.

2051 South Morris Court

Garage Sale

1735 Gray Hawk Ct

Saturday Sept 2nd 8-12

Collectibles, jewelry, wreaths, home decor, swivel display stand, $1 clothes, $1 books, $5 hats (new), tiki torches, $1pr summer socks (new), LOTS of misc.

Garage Sales

840 Old Ranger Dr Off of W. Elkhorn Fri & Sat 8 to 1 Furniture, Tools, Misc Household, Antlers, Bike Rack, Antiques, Adirondack Chairs, Lots of Misc. All priced to sell!

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

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