Communication, at its heart, is like a game of catch. One person tosses the ball, a thought, a question, a story, and the other catches it, reacts, and throws something back. There’s rhythm, movement, and mutual involvement. That is what makes communication feel alive and real. When that rhythm is broken, when someone doesn’t return the serve, it stops feeling like a conversation and starts to feel like a monologue. Or worse, a performance with no audience.
On a flight to Denver, I sat next to a lovely woman. We exchanged a quick hello, and instead of settling into the usual silence behind earbuds and neck pillows, I asked her a few simple “get to know you” questions: Where are you from? What brings you on this trip? What do you do?
I was reminded of this recently while traveling.
Her responses were more than polite; they were thoughtful and informative. She talked about her career with genuine passion, and I found myself drawn in as I listened. She wasn’t just answering questions—she
was sharing pieces of her world. After several attempts to throw the ball, she did not pick it up and return it. After being excited about her story, I waited for her to ask me a question. Crickets. One of my favorite sayings is, “People who are interesting are interested.” Unfortunately, she didn’t seem to live by this principle. She wasn’t curious about my thoughts, life, or story. Without that reciprocity, the connection couldn’t develop. I decided the effort wasn’t worth it and that she did not possess the communication skills I taught my children, starting when they were toddlers. I used to sit on the floor with my legs open like a “V” and have them do the same, a yard or so from
me. I would roll the ball to them, and they would squeal with delight as they rolled it back to me. This went on for several moments until I decided to withhold the ball. They would get frustrated and get up, not wanting to play anymore. I changed the activity a bit when they were in elementary and middle school, playing catch in the yard, always sharing that this activity was how one communicates and builds healthy relationships with others. I reminded them of this little communication game when they were in high school and did not want to share their joys or hurts. By remembering this metaphor, they were willing to include me in the game of catch or serve and return.
I popped in my earbuds on the airplane and began listening to a podcast. The host was furiously asking questions, and the guest was actively engaging, throwing the conversational ball back and forth. The conversation had a dynamic rhythm, and it felt like a relationship was forming, if only through a media exchange.
The plane arrived, my seatmate and I shared pleasantries, but the hope of a connection was lost. It was difficult for me to turn my phone off in the middle of the podcast I was listening to, which was a model of healthy communication with serving and returning. Now, that was interesting! joneen@narme.org
Her keen insight into what is happening in Arapahoe County and the state
Stephanie Piko is the third mayor of Centennial and began her term in January of 2018 – after six years on the Centennial City Coun cil (District 4). Under her “watch,” Centennial has become a regional leader in infrastructure, community development and technology – her top priority having been investing in smart city initiatives and tech to improve her city’s infrastructure. Centennial became a model across Colorado. Her resume is extensive and includes the National League of Cities Board, its Advisory Board and its Research Advisory Committee to name just a few for which she has served. In 2019, she was both the Aurora Chamber of Commerce Woman of the Year and The Villager Newspaper’s Woman of the Year. She and husband Dr. James Piko have been residents of Centennial since 2001 and raised two sons.
down,” she said. Three bills passed to make us a Sanctuary state. We have been under one party rule, chipping away at the fabric of Colorado. In the 2000s, we were a purple state. Colorado has managed to grow state government.” She asked the audience to stay engaged and contact local elected officials.”If they endorse candidates, they endorse policies.”
Many attended the meeting to hear about the good news – women’s soccer in Colorado. “Cen tennial got the Women’s National Soccer League (WNSL) headquarters which was a tough secret to keep,” said Mayor Piko. “We are thrilled to have this unique facility for women in sports. It’s a great inspiration for girls in sports and the growth in WNSL is phenomenal. $120 million was needed to bring it to Colorado and 10,000 rickets have already been sold. Games start in March, 2026. It’s a modular stadium next to the Broncos Training Facility. Go Soccer!”
The last CCRW luncheon meeting before sum mer break will be the annual Auction Fundraiser on Tuesday, May 15 – a Don’t Miss event. Antonette Smith encouraged contributions of auction items and volunteers.
Having just returned from her son’s wedding in California for a week, she had good and bad news to share. She was proud of her Florida Gators for winning the national championship. “But while
“We need a strong line in the sand around Centennial.”
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LEFT: Douglas County Republican Women President Deborah Mulvey visits with Centennial Councilman Don Sheehan
Mayor Stephanie Piko
Centennial Mayor Stephanie Piko addresses Cherry Creek Republican Women
Mayor Piko with Cherry Creek Republican Women President Dorothy Gotlieb
Tori Ganahl with her grandmother Susie Haight (Heidi Ganahl’s mom) and Jill Pedicord Peterson
Photos by Scottie Iverson
Nancy Palmer, Antonette Smith, Ann Altbrandt, Leanna Bourke, Karen Terbeek
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Centennial will elect a new mayor and at least three new council members in November
Like most cities in Colorado, Centennial has two city council representatives for each of its (four) districts and staggered four-year terms so that every person who runs for council does so as an individual, rather than in teams, as often happens when all members of a city council with two representatives per district run at the same time. Centennial holds its local elections in odd-numbered years, as do many cities.
In November 2025, one city council seat from each of Centennial’s four districts will be up for election, as well as the office of mayor. This year, four of the five positions to be filled will not have an incumbent because Mayor Stephanie Piko and City Council Members Tammy Maurer (District 2), Michael Sutherland (District 3), and Marlo Alston
(District 4) are all term-limited. Only Council Member Robyn Carnes (District 1), first elected in 2021, is eligible for re-election.
Three candidates have entered the race for mayor. Christine Sweetland and Don Sheehan are both current city council members who were first elected in 2019 and are seeking a promotion to mayor. Also running is Walter James Bennett Rutledge.
We reported previously on Sweetland (January 23 issue of The Villager) and Sheehan’s (March 6 issue of The Villager) entry into the contest. Rutledge has previously run for city council, state Senate, and Colorado Secretary of State. In responses to questions from Ballotpedia.org regarding his candidacy, Rutledge not ed he “does not believe in or advocate the initiation of
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clear that this agreement will need to be reworked to better protect the law officers from conflicts of interest between honoring their sworn commitments to these Constitutions and the current fashions in Law enFORCEment (sic), particularly where the privileges or immunities of citizens, or the equal protection of the laws are concerned.”
In Centennial District One, incumbent Robyn Carnes in being challenged by Jered Scurlock. His candidate affidavit referenced the website jeredforcenten-
In District Two, Ashish Vaidya and Trevor Brooks are the candidates who have campaign website, Vaidya points to his education, which includes a Ph.D. in political science from Temple University and his work, “as a social science educator at both the high school and college levels for the last fifteen years.” He names housing, public safety, sustainability, and economic & community development as the issues facing Centennial.
We were unable to find a website for Brooks using the committee’s name listed on his registration form.
In District 3, the sole candidate as of this writing is
safety, local control, city services, community fabric, smart + strategic development, housing, and economic vitality as the issues Centennial is facing.
Norman Davey and Darrell Middleton are currently listed on the city’s website as running for Centennial District 4.
Davey’s website lists his service on two HOA boards, as a publisher of a neighborhood newsletter, election judge, and as a church elder, whose “objective is to listen and learn of the tremendous work that came before me and find ways to build that further… My personal areas of concern lay in Senior Living challenges and Healthcare obstacles.”
Middleton’s campaign website is set up. As of this writing, it says only, “Your voice, your choice Middleton for District 4.”
Candidates for local office in Centennial can begin circulating petitions for City offices on August 5, 2025. Then they have 20 days to have them completed and filed with the City Clerk.
Christine Sweetland
Darrell Middleton
Ashish Vaidya
Ryan Dwiggins
Don Sheehan
Bennett Rutledge
Trevor Brooks
Norman Davey
Carla’s A Classic Design celebrates 30 beautiful years in time for Mother’s Day
Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10
In 1995 America’s president was Bill Clinton, Yahoo! was incorporated, Denver’s Stapleton Airport closed and was replaced with Denver International Airport (DIA) – the largest in the United States and in the basement of her home (where so many other successful entrepreneurs have begun), Carla McElroy started her interior design business. With an eye for style and a heart for Tex as-rooted flair and perfection, an in dustry award-win ning star was launched. In 2010, she moved her family businesscomplete design services and exquisite showroom packed with unique furniture, accesso ries and gifts from around the world, from the original space
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called A Classic Design in Highlands Ranch (established in 2002) to The Streets at Southglenn in Centennial.
The emporium with timeless style will celebrate its 30th Birthday with an appreciation party - an exciting Open House on Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Guests are invited to festivities and celebrate with giveaways, refreshments (including a champagne toast and tastings) and special purchases (discounted from 30-50% off) and of course, shop for Mother’s Day. Carla’s A Classic
“Thank
you for your loyalty and support. Cheers to 30 years! Please join us to celebrate!” - Carla McElroy
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4th District Congresswoman Lauren Boebert and Renee Anderson, elected community collaborator
Colorado native Renee Ander son grew up in Lakewood and has lived in Highlands Ranch since 1991 where she and husband Scott have raised two daughters. She earned her Occupational Therapy degree from CSU. Re nee serves her community as a
Carla McElroy Courtesy Photo
Keynote speaker Renee Anderson
DCRW President Deborah Mulvey and Congresswoman Lauren Boebert Photos by Scottie Iverson
Congresswoman Lauren Boebert with her District Director Raven Finegan
Photo by Scottie Iverson
William John Goldy June 5, 1940 – April 19, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of William (Bill) John Goldy of Castle Pines Village and Edwards, Colorado announce his peaceful passing on April 19, 2025.
Bill’s life embodied both remarkable accomplishments and a broad range of endeavors. A multiple sport high school athletic star in Blackwood, New Jersey, Bill later had a successful career at St. John’s University in New York, where he was a threesport, 11-time varsity athlete in baseball, basketball and track and field. Bill would later be inducted into the St John’s Hall of Fame.
Bill touched all of the bases – and, more importantly, he touched his family and friends with his warmth, kindness, patience and generosity. Even with his
knew his greatest success was his family. The time he spent with his wife, his children and grandchildren was the most important to him. His time was their time, his patience was legendary. Bill loved his time in the Colorado mountains at their home in Edwards and passed
dren and grandchildren. Bill is survived by his wife of 62 years, Barbara Martini Goldy, his four children William (Amy Hocart) of South Carolina; Jacqueline (Chris Wachendorfer) of Colorado; Jennifer (Bruce DiBiase) of Colorado; and Scott (Kathleen
dren Grace, Will, Jay, Coady, Brooke, Brent, Morgan, Bridget, Sean and Georgia.
A Mass and Celebration of Life will be held at Regis Jesuit High School in the Blessed Rupert Mayer Chapel (in the Girls Division), 6380 S. Lewiston Way, Aurora, CO 80016, on Saturday, May 3rd at 1:30 PM. The Girls Division is on the
After graduating with a BA in English Literature and a minor in Education from St. John’s, Bill went on to become a professional athlete, educator, football and lacrosse coach, executive with the Denver Broncos and an entrepreneur, starting his own company in 1996.
Parkside Village Retirement Community
Photo by Jimmy Dozer
SPEAKER Keith Ferrazzi
FOR BETTER TOGETHER
Highlights from Keith Ferrazzi’s 45 minute presentation
“A community is powerful.”
“If there is a space unknown be the first to figure it out.”
“Be curious in the space you are in.”
“Be out ahead with curiosity.”
“Be a good facilitator.”
Keith Ferrazzi, is a #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of Never Eat Alone, Leading Without Authority, Competing in the New World of Work and his newest book, Never Lead Alone: 10 Shifts from Leadership to Teamship. An accomplished speaker, entrepreneur, investor, Keith is recognized as the world’s top executive team coach, having coached the transformation of Fortune 50 corporations, the World Bank, Unicorns and governments. You’ve perhaps read his Harvard Business Review, Forbes, WSJ, Fortune, Fast Company, and Inc. Magazine See our website for upcoming events or to sign up for our newsletter denver-south.com
“A superpower is to show vulnerability.”
“A great leader gives the team the opportunity to rise up.”
“ Have each others backs.”
“Polite means political and that doesn’t solve issues.”
“ Our world will not be the same in 3 years with AI.”
“AI will be your manager, not your leader.”
“Commit to wrestle ideas.”
“When you start to give feedback it’s input.”
“Communities need to serve each other.”
“Challenge each other to get it right.”
“It’s all about relationships. It’s a privilege to serve all of you. Thank you to everyone for being a part of today’s valuable discussion.” – David Worley, President of Denver South.
Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows
Design by Tom McTighe, Photos by Susan Sweeney Lanam
Junior Achievement team - Vinny Lupo, Brayan Melendez-Rodriguez, Christina Dikeman, Jodi Wallace, Kim McGrigg
Greenwood Village City Council members Libby Barnacle, Judy Hilton, Dave Kerber
Jon Todd, Carrie Warren Gully, Dianna Romero Campbell, Manish Kumar
Sefanie Limas, Alissa Gallardo, Briana Frenandez Luna
Tom Bradbury, Seth Elken Matt Grunder, Dave Irish, Ken Lykens
David Worley, Robin Wise
Don Sheehan, Jeff Keener
Linda Watson, Charlie Kercheval Robyn Carnes, Mike Delorfano
Christine Sweetland, Gary Amella
Arapahoe High School Unified Basketball Team Brings Home State Championship
SUBMITTED BY LITTLETON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Arapahoe High School’s Unified Basketball Team has brought home the 2025 State Championship title in the Colorado High School Special Olympics competition!
Unified Sports are more than just athletics. Unified is a club that brings together students with and without special needs, forming a team of athletes and peer partners. Together, they foster friendship, inclusion, and school spirit, all while having a blast playing sports like basketball, kickball, and bowling.
This year, the Unified Basketball team showed outstanding
teamwork, skill, and sportsman ship as they powered through the competition. For many students, including one proud freshman, it was a season of unforgettable memories, new friendships, and championship glory.
was great! I gained new friends and a state championship,” one team member shared.
example of what makes Unified Sports so special–and a testament to the power of inclusion and community in Littleton Public Schools.
letes, peer partners, and coaches who made this victory possible!
A group of eleven high school students from Arapahoe High School pose together in front of a colorful mural featuring a large yellow crown. All students are wearing matching black “Arapahoe Unified” t-shirts with a golden warrior logo. The group includes both male and female students of diverse backgrounds and abilities, some a athletic gear like headbands and knee braces.
Arapahoe High School students proudly pose outdoors in front of a Special Olympics Colorado backdrop. They wear black “Arapahoe Unified” jerseys, and several students hold up blue ribbons while smiling and celebrating. One student on the left holds a handmade sign that reads “A Warriors” with a warrior logo. The group stands between U.S., Colorado, and Special Olympics flags, radiating school pride and inclusive spirit on a sunny day.
Three Days in Taipei INTERESTINGPLACES
During the dog days of summer, I had some free days and a country I had not yet visited, so I set off for Taipei, Taiwan! Taking advantage of my Delta flight benefits, I flew to Seattle and then rectly to Taipei, enduring a long 13-hour flight.
With only three days to explore Taipei, I had to make every mo ment count.
I stayed at the W Taipei because it was in downtown and situated above a subway station, which I used frequently to get around.
The subways were clean and efficient. Despite the Chinese sig nage, navigating wasn’t overly difficult, thanks to Google Maps. My AT&T phone functioned just as it does at home for $12 per day on their international plan.
I used the Get Your Guide app to discover and schedule interest ing tours. A bicycle tour of the city was a fantastic way to see a lot
cuisine.
Along with a food tour, I also visited a night market, namely the Raohe Street Night Market. It is the oldest in Taipei and one of several that are worth visiting.
During the day, it’s a quiet, unassuming street, but as evening approaches, it transforms into a bustling market brimming with vendors selling buns, soups, bubble tea, pressed sugar cane, fresh fruit, and many other local delicacies. Hav ing a guide greatly simplifies the process of choosing what to eat and where to find it.
ling restaurant recommended by Anthony Bourdain. This restaurant has multiple locations in Taipei and various cities across the U.S., including Washington, Oregon, California, and New York City.
They are famous for their dumplings and noodle soups, especially the soup dumplings known as xiaolongbao. For dessert, chocolate dumplings
Everything was delicious and freshly cooked, so I didn’t worry about getting sick, and fortunately, I did not. Taiwan’s Easy Card, which I used for riding the subway, also functions as a prepaid debit card to make purchases at the mark
Long after I left, at 1:00 a.m., the market closed, making Raoh quiet street in Taipei.
The following day, I enjoyed lunch at Din Tai Fung, a renowned Taiwanese dump
rounded out the delicious meal. There was a long line for lunch, so while I waited, I went to the top of Taipei 101, just above the dumpling house.
This skyscraper was once the tallest building in the world, but it is now the 11th tallest, as taller buildings continue to be constructed around the globe. The views from the observation deck were spectacular in all directions, making it a great stop in Taipei to view the entire city.
Taiwan is a political hotspot, and according to American media, China could take over Taiwan at any moment. However, when speaking with locals, they appear unfazed. They acknowledge that it could happen, but consider it unlikely, and if it does occur, it would probably be at some distant point in the future.
Taipei is accessible via United or Delta, which provide nonstop flights from the West Coast of the United States. While Taiwan offers much more to discover on a longer visit, three days provided me with a delightful taste—both literally and figura-
IN THE EYES OF BRIAN Bio Retinal specialist, writer, Greenwood Village resident email: joonbug@mac.com
Enjoying bubble tea below Taipai 101
Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
The Raohe Street Night Market
Money Sense
Smart ways to transfer the family business
These tips from Bank of America can help you create a meaningful legacy while generating a healthy retirement income.
For most business owners, retirement is either a subject they welcome or the last thing they want to think about. If you are looking forward to that day, you have probably already started preparing to move on from your business. Indeed, selling your business or gifting it to the next generation may be central to your retirement plan.
Assuming your company has the systems in place to operate without your direct participation, your first step is to get an accurate assessment of its worth. A professional valuation and tax expert can help you look past your emotional attachment to the company and gauge its true value.
Prior to making any move, consider your income needs in retirement, keeping in mind that merely matching your current salary may not be enough if the business has also been paying for things like health insurance, car leases, club memberships and tax preparation expenses you may have to start covering. Having a conversation with your financial advisor is key to making the right decision.
With all that information in hand, consider these three options for transferring or selling the business to family members, friends, longtime employees or another interested buyer.
Transfer the business as a gift. Say you want to pass the business down to a child or grandchild. The lifetime federal gift tax exemption gives business owners considerable latitude to transfer part or all of the company as a gift. The exemption can change annually.
You may owe federal gift taxes on amounts exceeding the exemption, but once the business is out of your hands, it is no longer part of your estate, and future growth of the company will not subject your estate to additional transfer taxes. You may also be able to supplement your retirement income by continuing to work for the new owners.
Assist the buyer with financing. What if you want to sell the business to a family member or an employee who does not have enough assets to complete the transaction? To get around that, you could lend the buyer the money for the sale in exchange for a promissory note, which allows the buyer to pay you back directly. You and the buyer determine what terms work for all parties involved. The buyer benefits from the opportunity to own a business, and you receive a steady stream of income from the principal and interest that the buyer pays for an agreed-upon period.
Even after a sale, many former business owners can stay involved and earn income by serving on the board of directors or consulting. You might even continue helping with day-to-day operations in a
reduced but vital role, such as serving long-time clients that are used to working with you.
Execute a partial sale. If you do not want to cut ties with your business entirely, another option is to sell part of the company while retaining a portion of business assets and income. You will want to spell out the arrangement with the new majority owners in the formal transfer or sale agreement. That also should be the case if you are turning the business over or selling it to other family members. You may pay capital gains tax on any profit from the sale, but you may also get a steady income from rent or lease of office space or other assets.
Whatever choice you make, a smooth transition can be the crowning legacy of the years of care and effort you have poured into your business. And you can have the satisfaction of knowing that your vision has the potential to live on for generations to come.
For more information, contact Merrill Financial Advisor
Andrew Neal in the Greenwood Village, CO, office at 303.689.8043 or andrew.neal@ml.com.
WHAT’S NEW? - ST. ANDREW’S VILLAGE SENIOR LIVING EVENTS
Upscale dining, engaging events and activities, indoor pool, pet friendly. Call 720-684-5913 to schedule a tour and enjoy lunch on the Village. Located at 133801 E. Yale Ave., Aurora.
FIRST SATURDAYS OPEN HOUSE ARTWORKS AT STREET OF SOUTHGLENN
MAY 1 & 2, 4-7 pm., MAY 3 &4 12-5 p.m. Shop handmade ceramics, paintings, weavings, knits and herbal gifts. Guest artist - Kristy Sweeney, 2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite 306, Centennial.
MEET MARIA SCRIVAN - AUTHOR OF ‘NATIONAL ENOUGH’
MAY 1, 6-7 p.m. at Arapahoe Libraries. Hosted on the zoom platform. “New York Times” bestseller author tells about her struggles with not fitting in and other topics. RSVP: Scan the QR code in their advertisement on page 2 of The Villager APRIL 3 issue.
DENVER GOP FIRST FRIDAY BREAKFAST
MAY 2 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. at Morning Story Restaurant, 560 S Holly St., Denver. SpeakersRay Elliott & Kolty Zipperer with the Colorado Shooting Association.
ARAPAHOE COUNTY “CHALK LINES & VINES”
MAY 3 & 4. Art Festival at the Fairgrounds (Indoors). Tickets: Scan QR Code in Arapahoe County advertisement in The Villager.
SOUTH SUBURBAN BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION
MAY 6, 7 am - 7 pm for machine voting: South Suburban Sports Complex, 4810 E. County Line Road, Littleton. The five-member Board of Directors is elected at large, on a non-partisan basis. Voters will vote for three candidates. Thirteen individuals have filed as candidates. Applications for absentee-ballots are available and may be obtained online or at the Administration Office, 4810 E. County Line Road, Littleton until 4 pm on Tuesday, April 29. A ballot drop off box is located at Goodson Recreation Center and the South Suburban Sports Complex. Questions: elections@ssprd.org or call 303-4837011.
SOUTH METRO CHAMBER TO SHOWCASE CHAMBER NONPROFITS
MAY 7, 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Lone Tree Arts Center.
Nonprofits will pitch to a panel of Sharks. A portion of proceeds will benefit all participating nonprofits. Presenters: Adoption Options, The Right Step, Grace Counseling and Women’s Adventure Club. Exhibitors: Make Mental Health Matter, Warrior Bonfire Program, Tall Tales Ranch and Bridge House. Open to members and the public. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cocktails available for purchase. Tickets: 303-795-0142 or info@bestchamber.com
CENTENNIAL STATE OF OUR CITY
MAY 8, 11-1 p.m. Join Mayor Stephanie Piko for her final State 0f Our City address. Wings Over The Rockies Exploration of Flight at Centennial Airport. Hosted by Rotary Club and City of Centennial. Reserations: awittern@centennialco. gov
CHERRY CREEK REPUBLICAN WOMEN GENERAL MEETING/ LUNCHEON
MAY 13, 11:00 a.m. at Double Tree by Hilton DTC, 7801 E. Orchard Rd., Greenwood Village. Free parking on West side/lower level. Cost: $36. Speaker: State Senator Barb Kirkmeyer. RSVP” 303-475-9148.
GREATER ENGLEWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 39TH ANNUAL BUSINESS AWARDS BANQUET
MAY 14, 5-8 p.m. Holiday Inn Lakewood. Tickets: Lindsey@myenglewoodchamber.org
GRADUATIONS:
ST. MARY’S GRADUATION -MAY 17, 10-NOON. KENT DENVER GRADUATION - JUNE 2, 9-NOON.
SPRING CLEAN-UP
MAY 17, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. for Cherry Hills Village residents. Held at 2101 W. Quincy Ave., Sheridan. (The Public Works facility in Sheridan). Shredding and electronics recycling. Questions: Cherry Hills Village residents can visit the Citiy’s website a https://www.cherryhillsvillage.com/197/ Spring-Clean-Up or call 303-783-2744.
SAVE THE DATE - MIZEL INSTITUTE 2025 HONOREES
THURSDAY, MAY 22 . Honoring Bonnie & David Mandarich. 2024 honoree was Peyton Manning.
HONOR FALLEN HEROES AND GOLD STAR FAMILIES AT THE VETERANS MEMORIAL DAY TRIBUTE
SAT., MAY 24, 10 a.m. - noon in Lakewood. The ceremony features a visual display and
biographies of fallen heroes, reading of their names, wreath ceremony, musical elements and a remembrance gift for Gold Star families. Loretta Smith is director of the Tribute for more than 50 Gold Star families expected to attend. The Tribute is at a new venue this year, The Event Center at Colorado Christian University, 8787 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood. Free parking located on campus at the Event Center only. To remember a hero call Loretta at 303-912-9980. Public invited. No RSVP required for community members. COLORADO FREEDOM MEMORIAL 12TH ANNUAL COLORADO REMEMBERS CEREMONY
MAY 24 for all WW2 Veterans to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the end of WWII. All WWII Veterans will be recognized and honored with a special gift, according to CFM Founder &CEO, Rick Crandall. Reservation: Call 303-248-3990. The Colorado Freedom Memorial is located at Aurora’s Memorial Park at 756 Telluride St.
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MONDAY, JUNE 9. Shotgun start at 10 a.m.. Opens at 8 am. at Colorado Golf Club, 8000 Preservation Trail, Parker. Info: call 720-524-2061 or visit www.bhghcoloado.org
119TH ARAPAHOE COUNTY FAIR
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SPOTLIGHT
Aurora City Councilmember for Ward VI, Francoise Bergan, was elected to the Fitzsimons Innovation Community Board of Directors.
OPTIMIST CLUB OF MONACO SOUTH
FRIDAYS from 7-8 a.m. for the pasts 49 years. American Legion Hall, Yale & I-25. Call Frank 303-7s5s9-9232 for a free breakfast. Have fun meeting new friends and an opportunity to give back to the community.
EXPAND YOUR LOVE OF BRIDGE
New games specifically for Novice and Intermediate players. Tech Center Bridge is located at 6161 S. Wabash Way, Greenwood Village. Call 303-915-1229. 1st & 3rd Thursdays 12:30-3:45 p.m. Cost is $8. Need a partner? Check the online list bredgewebs. com/techcenterbridge Also ask about Denver Metro Bridge at 5250 Leetsdale Dr., Denver. 303-757-4774.
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DENVER LIONS CLUB MEETINGS
Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 12 noon at the American Legion Hall, I-25 & Yale. Interested in joining? Call Bob, 720-313-9741.
ENGLEWOOD LIONS CLUB MEETINGS
Meets 1st & 3rd Thursdays at 7:00 p/m. At Mango Tree Coffee, 3498 S. Broadway,Englewood. Info: Gail 720-3777682.
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SCIENCE LAUNCHES EAST WING PROJECT
A $20 million gift from the Sturm Family Foundation will rejuvenate the historic theater, lobby and plaza. Construction begins in April 2025 causing the Infinity Theater to close starting April 8 to late July. The rest of the Museum will remain open. Now open is Angkor: The Lost Empire of Cambodia.
CARLA’S A CLASSIC DESIGNCHEERS TO 30 YEARS!
Anniversary Appreciation Open House Friday, MAY 9 and Saturday, MAY 10, 10 AM - 4 PM. Party like it’s 1995! Enjoy Champagne Toast and refreshments, drawings, special 30% - 50% OFF discount section and more!
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2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy leaves a lasting impression
The 2025 Santa Fe has become a luxury hybrid that features a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine along with the hybrid system powertrain. The combination of cross-technology delivers an overall fuel economy of 34 mpg. Stopping and starting triggers the hybrid features, delivering 35 mpg. in the city and 34 mpg. on freeways.
The 2025 model has been redesigned to a block styling with square lines in the rear of the vehicle, quite attractive.
The larger design allows for 3-row seating with fold ing captain seats in the second row with 50/50 split folding third row seats. The first and second row seats are heated and venti lated. The seats feature Nappa
leather seating surfaces. A handy dual phone charging station is located near the center console that is very convenient and charges phones rapidly. ed next to the heated steering
wheel. A Bose premium sound system operates from the 12.3 center control screen.
Loaded with safety features and a new feature gaining in
signaling a lane change. The
vehicle has a lengthy list of safety features that adds to the attraction of Hyundai vehicles. The Santa Fe has final assembly in Montgomery, Alabama, so may escape any looming foreign import tariff fees; however, the new proposed tax will be placed upon parts and the Santa Fe engine and transmission are manufactured in Korea.
The suggested manufacturer’s suggested retail price is $50,675 that includes a long list of comfort and safety features. The Sante Fe has been upgraded to a larger luxury “Calligraphy” allwheel drive model that is very
versatile in fuel economy, and
capable of transporting threerows of comfortable passenger seating surrounded by air bag technology.
The drive is very comfortable; the soft leather heated steering wheel and memory power driver’s seat add to the all-around comfort. Having peace of mind in a cross-over hybrid with an engine component is worth the price for the efficient technology. This is a smart vehicle, loaded with safety features, and comes with a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. Certainly, wellnamed after a very popular New Mexico city.
