‘Conquering the Curve’ features new works by Calzavara
By Amy Norton
YourHub Contributor
Artists on Santa Fe presents “Conquering the Curve,” featuring new artwork by Lisa Calzavara, from May 1 to June 16. Each painting is created in a slightly different style, yet all are unified by the fundamental concept of the curve, exploring what happens when an obstacle is encountered. How do we react, and what solutions can be discovered?
The public is invited to view the show during regular business hours and during the following special events:
• First Friday: May 2, 6 – 9 p.m.
• Artist Reception: May 16, 6 –9 p.m
• Sundays on Santa Fe Art Walk: May 25, noon to 4 p.m.
Curves, with their inherent fluidity and grace, offer a dynamic energy that breathes life into Calzavara’s paintings. They weave pathways, guiding the viewer’s eye in
a dance of movement and rhythm. Each curve is a deliberate stroke that fosters a sense of direction and momentum, inviting engagement and exploration.
Through the integration of curves into her paintings, she strives to create work that resonates with dynamic energy, celebrates the beauty of nature, and evokes a positive emotional response. “Conquering the Curve” is also a guiding philosophy that represents her commitment to embracing the challenges of creativity and transforming them into opportunities for expression.
Calzavara has been creating art professionally for over 20 years. Trained in multiple mediums including oils, acrylics, encaustics and resins, she is able to design a variety of unique artwork. Her series span realism, abstraction, impressionism and surrealism with her most recent pieces focusing on movement and intense colors. For more information visit apret-
typainting.com And follow her on Instagram @fineartbylc or Facebook at Fine Art by LC. Artists on Santa Fe Gallery at 747 Santa Fe Drive showcases the work of member artists ranging from sculptors and painters to printmakers and jewelers. Regular hours are 11 a.m to 3 p.m Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and Satur-
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days and noon to 4 p.m Sundays. The building is also home to the working studios of more than 25 artists. Visitors are invited to explore and discover this exciting and enduring creative hub. For more information, visit www.artistsonsantafe.com and follow them on Instagram @artistsonsantafegallery.
Amy Norton provides marketing and communications to small businesses.
A Therapy to Alleviate Pain & Support Aging for Baby Boomers
ByJIMSMITH
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Over theyears there hasbeen andcontinuesto be fieldresearchsuggestingthat CranioSacral Therapy(CST),a gentle manualtherapy, canalleviatepainand can also supporttheagingprocess. CST canalsobeofsupportwith what western medicinecalls diseases or conditions that arisesuchas Alzheimers, Dementia, Osteoporosis and AutoimmuneDisease.Asof2022, dependingon sources,wehaveapproximately 71 millionBabyBoomers out of over332 millioncitizensinthe United States.Baby Boomersmakeupapproximately21% of
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Most peopleonlystart to consider the agingprocessand thesigns of agingrelated diseases when symptoms arestarting to manifest, and/or arecatastrophic. Research is showinga varietyofthese conditions that areinflammatoryinnaturemay begintodevelop in adults as early as in their30s.Whatmay seem like minor issues at firstcan gain momentum andcausemoresevereproblemsandcomplicationsasweage.So,howcanwestart to look with fresheyesfroma healthcare perspectivewithmaintenance care, preventative care relatedtothe agingprocess?
Ipropose, as do many of my colleagueswithtraininginadvanced CST, that CST is agentle,effectivepathfor maintenancecare, preventivecarefor symptoms that arerelated to theaging processesand diseases of aging, especially forour Baby Boomers. Clientswho receive CranioSacral Therapy in the earlytomid-stagesofthesediseasesshow improved health of thecentral nervous system.Thisoccursbyhelpingtoimprove
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CranioSacral Therapy has beenshowntopositivelyaffect thefunctioning of thebodyby balancingthe volume of cerebral spinal fluid. This canthenallowfor thesupport in clearingheavymetalsacrossthe bloodbrainbarrier whichprotectsthe brain frominflammatoryprocesses. This enhances thehealth of theneuro-skeletalmuscular-vascularsystems by enhancing immune andendocrine system function, whichmay then supportimprovement of theratioofboneproductionandreabsorption.Thebalancingoffluidflowmayhelp relax connectivetissue, positivelyinfluencing vision andrelated structures.Another benefitisthe increasing of oxygen intake,and thereforepositivelychanging respiratory functionand overallenergy. This can also lead to supportingincreased muscle elasticity andaidingwith neurological balance, whichcan then support theaddressingofdeepstructureswithin
thecentral nervoussystemthat resultsinstabilizing sleeppatternsandimprovingbalance. Howoften shouldyou receive a CST session, andwhatisthe importanceofregular CST sessions?A client mayormay not feel markedly differentorshow change afterone or twosessions, but thesessionsare nevertheless workingatthelevelofcause
Consider theanalogy of an iceberg. Only part of theiceberg is visible, andthe foundation goes deep beneath thesurface. Theconditions of many acuteand chronicillnessesofaging have been presentfor yearsordecades hiddenbeneathorrightatthesurface.The body is in constant homeostasis seeking balanceand needsmultiple sessionsto change gearssothatyou can thrive no mattertheageyouare.
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Above, “Dynamic Vitality” by Lisa Calzavara. At right, ““Emerging Energy.”
34TH ANNUAL GOVERNOR’S ART SHOW & SALE
61 Colorado artists selected for show
By Michelle Ellis
YourHub contributor
The Colorado Governor’s Art Show & Sale, one of the largest juried fine art shows to exclusively feature Colorado artists, has revealed the 61 Colorado artists selected to participate in the 34th annual exhibit, plus the 2025 Legacy Artist From May 3 through June 14, the show and sale will feature an in-person exhibit at the Loveland Museum with both in-person and online fine art sales.
The Governor’s Art Show is presented by the Loveland and Thompson Valley Rotary Clubs, in conjunction with the Loveland Museum and is endorsed by the Governor of Colorado. The exhibit includes sculpture, mixed media, oil, pastel, watercolor, and acrylic paintings from participating artists. The 2025 show will feature four different works of art from each artist. Fifteen new artists will join the show this year, and several artists have returned after numerous years.
Selected artists are:
• Lorri Acott
• Anna Rose Bain
• Andrew Barker
• James Biggers
• Gregory Block
• Heather Burton
• Philip Carlton
• Mitch Caster
• Raj Chaudhuri
• Karen Conduff *
• Carol Dallas *
• Denise Dambrackas
• Jane DeDecker
• Crystal DeSpain
• Aprel Dionne
• Kim English
• Sheri Farabaugh
• Jason Frederick-Law
• Ann Gargotto
• Michael Gault *
• Daniel Glanz
• Diego Glazer
• Lanny Grant
• J.R. Hess *
• Quang Ho
• Steven Homsher *
• Kathleen Hudson
• Jane Hunt
• Carol Jenkins
• Kay Juricek
• Ryan Kennedy *
• Dave Landers *
• Stephen Landis
• Tammie Lane
• Nancy Lewis *
• Jamie Lindholm *
• John Lintott
• Jeremy Manyik
• Diane Mason *
• David Mayer
• Parker McDonald
• Heather McGarey *
• Andrew Meade *
• Cristian Mora
• Christopher North *
• Dan Oakleaf *
• Desmond O’Hagan
• Andy Pelster
• Richard Rodriguez *
• Rosetta
• Elizabeth Rouland
• Scott Ruthven
• Adam Schultz
• Daniel Sprick
• Cydney Springer
• Elaine St. Louis
• Jen Starling
• Tanner Steed
• Susiehyer
• Kathryn Vinson
• Rick Young
* denotes a new artist
The 34th annual Governor’s Art Show & Sale opens May 3at the Loveland Museum
More than 60Colorado artists are included in the show.
In addition to the chosen artists, the show will feature the Loveland-based sculptor Rosetta as the 2025 Legacy Artist This distinction is given to artists who have participated in past years of the Colorado Governor’s Art Show & Sale and have been strong advocates for the arts. Invited past Legacy Artist recipients participating in this year’s show include James Biggers, Jane DeDecker, Kim English, Quang Ho, and Daniel Sprick. Also returning to the show will be the 2024 Best of Show recipient, Diego Glazer.
The Show is truly Art with Heart as 100% of the net show proceeds supporting community nonprofit programs through the Loveland and Thompson Valley Rotary Clubs
The Governor’s Art Show has distributed more than $4 million to Colorado artists, nonprofits and art scholarships; and distributed more than $143,500 to the Thompson Education Foundation’s Fund for Unhoused Youth The fund’s goal is to ensure education stability and success by providing support and assistance to students and families in homeless situations.
The Governor’s Art Show Open-
ing Night Gala, from 5 to 8 p.m. May 2, will introduce the exhibit. Tickets are required to attend the gala and can be purchased at GovernorsArtShow.org. The majority of the artwork in this year’s show is one-of-a-kind and will be available for purchase throughout the run of the Governor’s Art Show & Sale online at GovernorsArtShow.org and in-person from May 3 through June 14
Experience the exhibit both online at GovernorsArtShow.org and in person at the Loveland Museum, 503 North Lincoln Ave. Museum hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, noon to 7 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays, and 10 a.m to 4 p.m on Saturdays The museum is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Exhibit admission is $7 for Loveland residents, $10 for nonresidents, and free for visitors 12 and under. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
To learn more, visit GovernorsArtShow.org
Michelle Ellis is the principal at Ellis Communications Marketing.
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
Adventure Forest at the Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus is an aerial adventure course.
Adventure Forest opens
Joy Park water features turn back on then, too
By Danielle Dascalos YourHub contributor
On May 1, Adventure Forest, the Children’s Museum’s iconic 500foot climbing course and immersive art installation, opens for the season Kids can rope swing over obstacles, conquer glass and log bridges, shoot down a 70-foot slide and discover panoramic views of Denver from 90 feet in the air at the tippy top lookout!
“This breathtaking experience inspires kids to be brave and believe in themselves. It’s the perfect reminder that outdoor play is way more fun than looking at a screen,” says Mike Yankovich, Museum president and CEO.
Adventure Forest isn’t just for climbing – it’s also an immersive art installation brought to life by artist Wes Bruce Inspired by the interconnectedness of the natural world and humankind, the story of Adventure Forest’s Council of Creatures is told throughout the structure and creates a rich, visually stunning environment for curiosity, discovery and wonder.
“My work is a tribute to the natural world, specific to Colorado. I hope it acts as a seed for children to be more open and inquisitive, and inspires them to treat Earth like a friend,” Bruce said.
Adventure Forest is included in museum admission and is free for members. Climbers must be 5 years old or 44” tall and everyone should come dressed to scramble, crawl, swing and slide in closedtoe shoes. Rules, recommendations and other information is available at mychildsmuseum.org/adventure-forest.
Joy Park water features open May 1
Starting May 1, the water features in Joy Park turn on for the season
• Race boats down the river
• Relax streamside in Adirondack chairs
• Try to blast The Geyser higher in the air than others and try to outrun the falling water (or don’t!)
• Cool off in the spray of The Twisted Mister
Joy Park Free Nights
Explore 60,000 square feet of outdoor adventure for free! In collaboration with Denver Parks and Recreation, Joy Park and Adventure Forest will be open for free from 4:30 to 8 p.m., or sunset, the third Friday of the month from May to September. Guests can zip through the air, dig in the sand dunes, splash in the river or scramble, slide and soar through Adventure Forest for free! This year’s free nights are on May 16, June 20, July 18, Aug. 15 and Sept. 19.
The Children’s Museum is at 2121 Children’s Museum Drive in Denver. Its mission is to create extraordinary experiences that champion the wonder and joy of childhood. Officials believe in kid-powered learning and every day. Its expertly designed exhibits and programs open doors for Colorado’s curious young minds to express what they know and to discover, create and explore more – on their own terms. For more information, visit mychildsmuseum.org.
Danielle Dascalos is a public relations professional.
Linda’sGuide to Leaving aLegacy
BewareofBadEstatePlanningAdvice: WhyAddingOtherstoYourAccountsCanCreateaDisaster Recently,advicewassharedsuggestingthatseniorsshouldaddtheirpersonal representativesdirectlytobankaccounts,vehicletitles,andevencreditcards to “makethings easier” afterdeath. While it mayseem likecommon-sense wisdomatfirstglance,it’s terribleadvice inpractice—andhere’swhy.
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4.CapitalGainsNightmare.Inheritancegenerallycomeswitha“step-upin basis,”meaningyourheirscanavoidheftycapitalgainstaxeswhentheysell yourassets.Butifyouaddsomeone’snamenow,they may forfeitthatstep-up, andtheycouldgetslappedwithacapitalgainstaxbill.
5.RiskofTheft, Fraud, or FinancialAbuse. Sadly, even with thebestof intentions,disputes,misunderstandings,orplain old-fashionedgreed can rear theiruglyheads. Financialexploitationamong elders usually starts with “convenientaccess.”
6. Joint ownershipmeans thesurviving co-owner inherits theasset automatically. That assetnever passesthrough your estate.Any heirsyou thoughtfullynamedinyourwillortrustwillbe inadvertently disinherited for anything that hasbeen jointlytitled. Onewrong name on one account could undoyourentireestateplan.
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When it comestoprotectingyourlife’swork, leave thelaw to those trained, licensed,and calledtopracticeit.Inthe businessofprotecting legacies,relyingonunqualifiedadviceisahigh-riskstrategywithpotentially catastrophicoutcomes. Expertisematters.Beforemakingmajor estate planningdecisions,seekthecounselofaqualifiedestateplanningattorney. Yourfamily—andyourlegacy—deservenoless.
PHOTO BY ERIC LUTZENS — THE DENVER POST
THE ADVENTURIST
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DENVER HOUSING AUTHORITY
ADU pilot program gets national award
DHA Chief Strategy and Planning Officer Renee Martinez-Stone, center, accepts the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials’ 2024National Award of Excellence at a conference in March. DHA Chief Executive Officer Joaquín Cintrón Vega, next left, also accepted the award, presented by NAHRO President George Guy, far right, and Senior Vice President Sean Gilbert, second from right.
By Danielle Dascalos YourHub contributor
The Denver Housing Authority has received a 2024 National Award of Excellence for its ADU pilot program during the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials 2025 Washington Conference, which was held March 10 to 12 in Washington, D.C.
“Denver Housing Authority’s ADU Program is a nationally recognized model of innovation, expanding affordable housing opportunities while empowering the people that we so proudly serve,” DHA Chief Executive Officer Joaquín Cintrón Vega said.
DHA Chief Strategy and Planning Officer Renee Martinez-Stone said that the idea of using ADUs as a housing solution came from West Denver community leaders in 2017 who saw families experiencing instability as wages failed to keep pace with soaring housing costs and rising property taxes. Denver Housing Authority and the West Denver Renaissance Collaborative teamed with the city’s Housing and Stability Team and a broad coalition of partners to help homeowners navigate the process of building Accessory Dwelling Units The units, also called casitas, carriage houses, and alley-flats, are second homes typically in the rear of existing residential lots.
“By 2019, nineteen thousand households across nine neighborhoods of west and southwest Denver had combined creating one of the highest percentages of ‘doubled-up’ households in the city and state,” Martinez-Stone said. “Homeowners are embracing the flexibility of ADUs to house their family and to co-build 2- and 3-bedroom ADUs with their kids to help maintain multigenerational living in Denver.”
To date, the program has positively impacted more than 52 families through 26 ADUs and has provided technical support and financial counseling to over three hundred family preparing to finance their future build. The average rent is $948 a month across the studios, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom ADUs, meeting a deeply affordable price point for renters.
The NAHRO Awards of Excellence program was created 26 years ago to recognize agencies who found innovative ways of making a difference in their communities by creating affordable housing, revitalizing neighborhoods, and developing initiatives such as job readiness programs, public-private partnerships, disaster prevention projects.
For more information on the ADU program, visit www.denverhousing.org.
Danielle Dascalos is a public relations professional.
