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The Museum of Outdoor Arts (MOA) is announcing its second annual fall events schedule for Marjorie Park, located on the north side of Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre (6331 S. Fiddlers Green Cir., Greenwood Village, CO 80111). The park is owned and operated by MOA and reopened in 2021 after a major renovation project.

As a busy summer event season winds down, a variety of additional programming and events will be offered throughout the fall months.

Fall programming features fitness classes, SCFD free days, member events, movie nights, concerts, temporary exhibitions and more.

Upcoming highlights include: • October 6 - “Portals” with Zikr Dance Ensemble. A visionary work by critically acclaimed choreographer and Zikr artistic director, David Taylor.

• October 20, 21, 22- Mystery and Murder Movie Nights including titles: Serial Mom, Clue, and Knives Out. • November 4- Friday afternoon Social Club, featuring live music by Twenty Hands High, food truck bites and yard games.

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BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENT REPORTER

On September 7, GOP candidate for Colorado governor, CU Regent Heidi Ganahl, and her running mate, U.S. Navy veteran Danny Moore, stopped by the regular monthly meeting of the Arapahoe County Republican Breakfast Club at Maggiano’s DTC to greet 160 supporters and share their plans for Colorado. With only a month to go until ballots for the November 8 election start to show up in mailboxes, candidates and their followers are working hard to turn out the vote. In the words of Ganahl, “It is go time.

We need everybody, all hands on deck, ready to rock’n’roll …” She told supporters, “Our internal polling shows that we are only four or five points behind (incumbent Governor) Jared Polis. It’s anybody’s race right now.”

Ganahl said that a debate between her and Polis has been confirmed for September 28 in Pueblo. News reports have another taking place on October 13 on CBS News Colorado.

She told supporters, “The people of Colorado…care about skyrocketing crime, which is out of control right now… We are number one in auto theft, property crime, bank robberies; number two in fentanyl overdose. Fentanyl is one of the top issues I’m hearing about right now from law enforcement, from families…

This is not just affecting folks that are using drugs constantly or dealers. This is affecting our kids, our community. Add to that, we have one of the highest suicide rates for kids here in Colorado, one of the highest drug addiction rates for kids in the country---high potency marijuana is killing our kids.”

She continued, “Sixty per-

Danny Moore, left, GOP candidate for Colorado Lt. Governor and Heidi Ganahl, right, candidate for Colorado Governor

Photo by Freda Miklin

cent of our kids cannot read, write, or do math at grade level in Colorado…In Denver Public Schools (DPS), only 5% of African-American and Hispanic kids can read at grade level…

DPS gets $19,000 per child to educate them. That is what we are fighting for. If our kids are not okay, then nothing is okay.

Colorado has become one of the most dangerous states in the country to be a kid… Our kids are suicidal, they are having a mental health crisis, they can’t read, write, or do math, and they’re using drugs too often.”

“But,” she said, “You can fix it with good policy. We can go all in on school choice. We can fix our mental health system.

We can arrest people who sell drugs to kids… On crime, we can fire the Parole Board. We can replace the heads of the Department of Justice, the Department of Public Safety, the Department of Corrections.”

Ganahl then talked about one of her notable policy proposals, saying, “My big, bold idea to get the economy back on track is to go to zero income tax. There are eight other states that do that. We should be one of them. We do not need to raise other taxes to do that…

We can cut the gas tax in half

and still fix the roads.”

She said that on day one, she plans to undo most of the 500 executive orders that Governor Polis has issued during the past four years, including 350 that are public health-related.

Ganahl added that she will also “replace most of the people on the boards and commissions in Colorado.” She cited as examples of boards she plans to replace, the Public Utilities Commission and the Oil and Gas Commission, which she noted does not presently include anyone from Weld County.

Ganahl moved on to another issue, telling the crowd, “Colorado is one of the highest states in the country for inflation…due to bad policy…

We’ve seen government grow under Jared Polis by 25%. That means 4,000 new employees and agencies and bureaucracies across our state that are running our lives.” She said she planned to cut the size of government by 10%.

After Ganahl left to attend another meeting, her running mate, Danny Moore, continued the presentation. We asked Moore, “Are there particular areas in state government that you and Heidi have identified that you would like to see cut back?” Moore responded, “The office of saving people money.”

After the cheering stopped, he continued, “We have created offices that, if they tell you they’re going to do something, you know they’re not doing it, right? We’ve created offices to enable people to have jobs because of political favors. We have a 29-year-old running CDOT that doesn’t know anything about transportation. Our state has real problems. We need real professionals with real experience.” Our research revealed that CDOT Executive Director Shoshana Lew, who has been in that position since December 2018, is 39 years old and previously held positions that included deputy assistant secretary for transportation policy at the U.S. Department of Transportation and chief operating officer of the Rhode Island Department of Transportation before coming to Colorado. fmiklin.villager@gmail.com

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New Year’s in the Fall n Labor Day weekend I mowed the lawn for probably the last time of the year, as I sensed the late summer southern exposure is sending the grass into its dormant state.

That chore came after cutting down and raking up what is left of the tiger lillies.

And it was just before I started pulling the first of the leaves out of the gutter.

Yep, fall is coming, and all of my chores were part of the “fall cleaning.” For me, the cleaning up in early September is always part of the alternative off-track New Year’s weekend celebration we all know as Labor Day. Seeing the end of summer holiday as a sort of new year is an idea I’ve kicked around and practiced for a few years now, having heard similar views from friends, neighbors, and other writers.

Labor Day really is the perfect time for a “spring cleaning” of our houses and our lives. We all know the first weekend in September as the end of summer when the pools close and kids return to school, as days and nights cool off. Though many schools and communities are long past the days of school starting after Labor Day, it’s still a great weekend for one last hurrah of play and carefree whateverness. After that three-day respite, weekend activities tend to dial back a bit in the fall, and it’s a time we can turn inward for how we will make this year our best yet.

The natural connection to the seasons changing and a move toward hibernation can open our minds as well as our closets.

Americans are always game for ideas of reinvention, as it’s practically written throughout our history and our quirky little traditions. New Year’s Resolutions and spring cleaning are embedded in our spirit, times when we recharge and remake ourselves. We simply love the idea of starting over. However, to be honest, I’ve never really felt like the middle of winter is the optimal time to reset and “clean out the garage,” literally or metaphorically.

The traditional end of summer, on the other hand, is a perfect time to clean up and reset. What shall we do with this moment and this transition? One other writer who has thoughts on this is Mike Vardy who wrote an insightful column years ago describing “Why Labor Day has Become my New Year’s Day.” The idea of reinvention

in pursuit of finally getting it right is, in my view, the whole point of living. It’s

what Transcendentalist poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow meant when he wrote “Neither joy and not sorrow is our destined end or way, but to act that each tomorrow finds us further than today.” Getting better is the goal, and we can make a resolution to change any day of the year. That point of view is developed by Mike

Varcy in his book The Front Nine: How to Start the Year You Want Anytime You Want. Anytime can be a good time to make a fresh start. Granted, many of us naturally gravitate to traditional schedules, which makes a weekend like Labor Day the perfect time for a fresh start.

So, as we head into the fall, I’m trying to live deliberately and artfully. As my children finish up high school and college, transitioning into their adult lives, and I head into my fifties, it’s time to begin thinking about what comes next, to make some plans for what Act III will look like. For example, a couple years ago, I started learning to play the piano, and I’m actually starting to feel more comfortable at the

keyboard. Someday I might actually be a piano player. I have a new streak started on Duolingo with my French Lessons, trying to recall those four years studying it in high school. My health and fitness are good for middle age; or at least my doctor had no complaints during my recent annual check-up.

Finally, as I continue to try and meditate every day, I am starting to believe I may be just a bit less stressed and, perhaps, even a kinder gentler Michael than I was last year.

Michael P. Mazenko is a writer, educator, & school administrator in Greenwood Village. He blogs at A Teacher’s View and can be found on Twitter @ mmazenko. Ytou can email him at mmazenko@gmail. com

Americans are always game for ideas of reinvention, as it's practically written throughout our history and our quirky little traditions. New Year's Resolutions and spring cleaning are embedded in our spirit, times when we recharge and remake ourselves.

ARAPAHOE COUNTY C NVERSATIONS

SAVE THE DATE

Racial Equity Subcommittee Information Gathering Session

Come meet the committee and share your thoughts about racial equity in the justice system.

Monday, September 19 | 6 P.M. Ready to Work Aurora: 3176 S. Peoria Court Aurora, CO 80014 3rd Floor Scan QR code Thank you to our host location:

for details.

Lace up your sneaks for a timed 5K race beginning at Tagawa Gardens and running along the Cherry Creek Regional Trail.

Walkers and all ages welcome! Funds support trail maintenance and Arapahoe County Open Spaces. BBQ dinner and live bluegrass at the finish line!

2022 Date & Time: Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Location: Tagawa Gardens–7711 S. Parker Rd., Centennial, CO 80016 Registration Fee: $25 online, $30 onsite

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Summer is waning. Colorado temperatures can change 40 degrees in a 24-hour span of time. Three days of record-breaking heat followed by having to wear a jacket at a neighborhood cookout Friday afternoon.

Fall activities have blossomed and our beloved football has returned to the sports scene at high schools, colleges and professional levels. The Buffaloes and Rams really fell short on Saturday’s performances. A sport’s pundit has stated, “The only way these two teams will win a game this year is to play each other.” It seems like we hire more new coaches, pay them more money, and lose more games.

The Rockies have reached a new low, and while fun to watch them play, it is painful to watch the strikeouts with bases loaded.

I have to keep reading our great sport’s writer Denny Dressman’s column to see what the future holds for local sports. He spent 25 years writing sports and being a top executive at The Rocky Mountain News. He is also a past president of The Colorado Press Association among many titles, *** I had lunch at Poppies last week with one of The Villager’s longest subscribers Gary Oakley. He is a fellow Sigma Chi, being a member of Beta Mu, a CU Chapter that has recently

been reinstated on the Boulder campus. In the meantime, my CSU Beta Tau chapter has been suspended for hazing violations.

Times have changed, and as a pledge they used paddles on our rear ends during “hell week,” that was pretty wild. Like military service, basic training it is supposed to “bond” you to the organization and create lasting memories along with increasing “manhood.”

Gary especially liked the recent “Remarks” column reprinted from Mort Mark’s writings for 38 years in The Villager. He gave me one column that was about the early life of Winston Churchill that he would like to have reprinted… watch for it soon.

We also discussed the most recent movement to rename Mt. Evans. Both of us oppose changing the name of the historic mountain, named after the prominent Colorado Governor John Evans and founder of The University of Denver. He plans to write a letter defending Evans with some of his accomplishments. Evans was the Governor when the Sand Creek Massacre occurred creating the stir for the name change proposal. *** Saturday night members of my family attended the 17th Annual TAPS Celebrity Classic

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at The Wings Over The Rockies Museum. TAPS stands for “Tragedy Assistance Program For Survivors,” assisting families and children of those lost in military service.

Bo and Lynne Cottrell have fostered the program and guided its success for the past 17 years. They, along with awesome volunteers, have raised millions of dollars for the national organization founded by a military widow, Bonnie Carroll, TAPS Founder and president.

Photo coverage will be featured in an upcoming issue by our Lifestyle editor, Scottie Iverson, capturing this outstanding salute to our fallen heroes.

The annual fundraiser features a bevy of Nashville songwriters who donate their time, and talents, to producing a two-hour country music show.

The unique entertainment follows a prime rib dinner prepared by “The Coors Cowboy Club Chuckwagon Crew,” the volunteers traveling to Colorado from Amarillo, Texas, to support the program, courtesy of Pete and Marilyn Coors.

The event has been held at the Grove Ranch on Parker road but moved this season to The Wings’ Museum. The most noticeable improvement was the wonderful sound and lighting systems.

The Nashville musicians were remarkable and donate their songs and vocal talents to the annual event. I thought it was especially entertaining this year. The program also features Tony David and WildFire, who have been awesome contributors to TAPS for decades.

Kudos to KNUS/710/radio talk show host, Stefan Tubbs, who served as master-of-ceremonies, quieting the exuberant audience to hear the programs and music. John Anderson deserves full credit for doing the auctioneering. The “Head and Tails” contest won this year by American Furniture philanthropist Jake Jabs. Jake is generous across his furniture empire, giving back to his home states of Colorado and Montana.

Saturday morning I attended the annual Denver Lions Club board planning session, centered upon collecting thousands of “Glasses for The Masses” that are collected and recycled

by Lions and taken to foreign countries to help vision impaired natives. This year a mission is being planned to Liberia, along with other world demands.

Sunday morning joined a 7 a.m. monthly neighborhood coffee with friends to keep up on current events and life’s challenges.

Then to the computer to write “Trail Dust” for another week.

CHV Police Foundation donates personalized first responder kits for every officer

BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER

On September 6, Mark Griffin, Jan Harrison Griffin, and Jeremy Abelson, who comprise the board of directors of the Cherry Hills Village Police Foundation (CHVPF) appeared at the regular CHV City Council meeting.

Griffin explained that CHVPF “has been working with CHV Police Chief Lyons on “how best the foundation can serve our police department, given our top priority of safety for our community police officers and school safety.” Griffin went on, “The chief suggested, and we concur that first responder kids would be an important first step toward our goal.”

The first responder kits, Griffin explained, are custom-fitted to each CHV police officer and cost about $1,000 each, for a total of $20,000 for the city’s 20 line duty officers. He continued, “I am pleased to announce that the CHVPF has voted unanimously and approved a donation to the Cherry Hills Village Police Department, subject to city council approval, of $20,000 to cover the costs of these first responder

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Reverend Martin Niemoller “In Germany, the Nazis first came for the communists and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a communist. Then they came for the Jews and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a Jew. Then they came for the trade unionists and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a trade unionist. Then they came for the Catholics and I didn’t speak up because I was a Protestant. Then they came for me and by that time there was no one left to speak for me!”

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From left to right, Mark Griffin, Jan Harrison Griffin, and Jeremy Abelson are the board members of the Cherry Hills Village Police Foundation.

Photo by Freda Miklin

kits for each duty officer.”

CHV Mayor Russell Stewart and Police Chief Jason Lyons each thanked Griffin and the foundation for their generous donation. Lyons explained that the first responder kits will contain “a higher-level ballistic vest that is consid-

ered rifle-rated, so it would protect our officers against the highest caliber rifle rounds.”

It also contains “a ballistic helmet that matches that level of ballistic protection.” Lyons went on, “Currently, we do not have that equipment as a general uniform-issued item,

and the ones that we do have are certainly not fitted for the personnel that we have that may use it on any given day, should they have to. This really advances equipping and training our officers to respond to the unthinkable.” fmiklin.villager@gmail.com

QUOTE of the WEEK

Positive QUOTE of thinking the WEEK will let you do everything better than negative thinking will.

– Zig Ziglar

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OPINION

Europe and America may be facing a long cold winter

While it is still summer, cold temperatures are coming, and record energy prices and shortages portend a long cold winter. Leaders in France, Germany, Belgium, and Italy are warning their citizens of suffering ahead and a future run of difficult winters.

America is in similar dire straits. 22,000 Colorado homes lost control of their thermostats recently as Denver 7 News reported.

“Thousands of Xcel customers in Colorado tried adjusting their thermostats Tuesday, they learned they had no control over the temperatures in their own homes.”

This wasn’t a price hike in one’s electricity bill but the electric utility simply turning off the air conditioning during the 90-degree day citing an “energy emergency.” Should Europe and America expect more of the same during the last days of summer and again in winter? What if Coloradans lose control of their thermostats during a 10-degree winter day? What can go wrong when the government controls energy?

Summer heat is annoying, but winter cold is deadly. A study

published in The Lancet found, “Cold weather is 20 times as deadly as hot weather.” This report reinforced up a U.S. study from the National Center for Health Statistics, which found that, “cold kills more than twice as many Americans as heat.”

California faces similar problems which their proposed solution would only worsen. Look at these two contradictory Newsweek headlines less than a week apart.

On August 25, “As

BY BRIAN C. California bans new JOONDEPH gas car sales by 2035, which states could be next?” Six days later, on August 31, Newsweek, without a bit of irony, ran this headline, “Californians told not to charge electric cars days after gas car sales ban.”

California currently has 18 million registered automobiles, with 13 percent plug in electric.

California can’t charge 2 million electric vehicles during hot or cold weather. How will this work when there are 18 or 20 million electric vehicles? Will Colorado institute the same insanity as California?

Why is the developed world facing such a mess? As Fox Busi-

ness observed, “Experts blame green energy policies for Europe’s full-scale energy crisis: A warning to the US.” Elon Musk was blunter in his assessment saying, “Civilization will crumble” without oil and gas. Is the “crumbling civilization” a bug or a feature of the West’s green energy push?

Europe, and much of the West, is paying the price for their leaders listening to climate scolds including Al Gore, now King Charles, and Swedish teenager Greta Thunberg. Trying to outwoke each other, Europe made the decision to “go green”, thinking they could redefine the laws of physics and nature.

Now we have Germans collecting firewood to heat their homes, much as they did centuries ago.

And Poles waiting on days long lines for coal for necessary heat during the chilly upcoming winter.

Sanctions against Russian energy over the Ukraine war aren’t helping matters. Russia is laughing all the way to the bank, having myriad other customers for her massive energy resources, while Europe is paving the way to a long cold lonely winter through poor energy policy decisions.

While Europe and America tilt at windmills, everyone should bundle up and collect firewood as they prepare for a long cold lonely winter.

LETTERS

CHV sales tax is out of date

The Cherry Hills Village sales tax code is out of date and out of step with today’s world. Adopted in 1985, it reflects the law at that time and required a business to be within Village boundaries for sales tax purposes.

The growth of online shopping, with home delivery, has changed the retail environment. That’s the reason the Supreme Court saw a need to change the law in 2018 (Wayfair v.

South Dakota) and authorize retail sales taxes on internet purchases.

Even though Cherry Hills doesn’t currently tax internet sales, some vendors are collecting a “tax” and sending the money to the City. This has created a confusing situation because the City doesn’t know what purchasers paid the tax and the vendors are indifferent or believe they’re doing what they’re supposed to do. None of this is happening by any design or action of the City, but it does require a response. This confusion can be eliminated if we clean up the sales tax code by approving ballot measure 2A. Today over 200 Colorado municipalities have joined a new State run sales tax system and collect sales taxes on internet purchases. This system gives an online merchant the exact tax information based on the purchasers delivery address. The

current tax code does not allow Cherry Hills Village to participate in this system, to the detriment of all, but approving 2A will authorize joining this system.

We need to clean up the code to fix this problem. This sales tax revenue can take pressure off the property tax and help make sure we get the level and quality of services we want from Cherry Hills Village. Vote YES ON 2A to clean up the code.

Alex Brown Cherry Hills Village

Mark will be an outstanding Arapahoe County Commissioner

Mark is Mark! To his wife, Elizabeth, he is the ultimate, caring, loving, faithful husband. To his children, having been a “stay-at-home father,” he is the epitome of the 21st century, all-time Dad. To the community, Mark Gotto exemplifies integrity, compassion, forthright “get the job done” commitment. While serving as a City Councilman in Centennial, Mark Gotto was the shining star who listened to his constituents, did his research, worked as a team player and always had a “get the job done” attitude. Mark will be an outstanding Arapahoe County Commissioner and an irreplaceable asset to the Board.

Kathy Turley

WHAT’S

HAPPENING?

Welcome New Chamber Member LaVelle Knight who offers complimentary social security analysis

SOCIAL SECURITY WORKSHOP Savvy Social Security Planning “Savvy Social Security Planning” What Baby Boomers Need to Know to Maximize Retirement Income

Tuesday, September 27th from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Thursday September 29th 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Southglenn Library 6972 S. Vine St. in Centennial

LaVelle Knight

I will speak on how to get what is yours, how to make the most of the Social Security benefits available to you, and strategies for maximizing your Social Security income. There will be time for questions following the discussion.

Call LaVelle at 303-794-4084 to RSVP. Walk-ins are welcome.

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Districts IV and VI of Colorado Federation of Republican Women meet in Elizabeth

ABOVE: Douglas County Republican Women President/Colorado Federation of Republican Women President Barbara Piper, Colorado Lt. Governor candidate Danny Moore and Elbert County Republican Women President Andrea Richardson ABOVE, RIGHT: CFRW District IV Director Judy Allen (DCRW 3rd VP), Jeanette NewVille (DCRW 1st VP) and CFRW District IV Director Lisa Fertman

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picurean catered at AMG’s dome in Greenwood Village when Western Fantasy presented a preview party to generate excitement for the October 15 event to benefit Volunteers of America (VOA). Multi-talented Billy Dawson – award-winning singer, songwriter, author and motivational speaker - entertained and Lee Greenwood happened to drop by. For further information: www. voacolorado.org/news and events.

Deborah Flora was keynote speaker

Spring Valley Golf Club in Elizabeth was the venue when Districts IV - Douglas County Republican Women (DCRW) and Elbert County Republican Women (ECRW) and District VI (Cherry Creek Republican Women (CCRW) held their annual combined meeting. Keynote speaker was former U.S. Senate candidate Deborah Flora – president of Parents United, radio personality, national speaker and former Miss Colorado.

Western Fantasy to celebrate 29 years and brought in stars for preview party

ABOVE: Co-Founder of Western Fantasy Sharon Magness Blake, Corporate Chair Gary Lutz and Western Fantasy 2022 Chair Pat Robinson ABOVE, RIGHT: Nashville-based Billy Dawson performed to the delight of the audience LEFT: Dr. Ben Galloway (husband of Western Fantasy Co-Founder Jean Galloway) with one of the exciting auction items – a replica of the coveted Stanley Cup won by the Colorado Avalanche

VOA’s Sr. Advancement Advisor Michael James, Quinn Washington, David Kikumoto and Ralph Klomp (Trice Jewelers surprise box sponsor)

Greenwood became emotional when he met veteran and CD 6 candidate Steven Monahan (who sang Greenwood songs in the Navy)

Kathy and VOA President/CEO David Schunk with Kim and Lee “God Bless the USA” Greenwood

WHAT’S HAPPENING?

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Women’s Inspire conference on September 8 at the Lone “Find what makes your heart Tree Golf Club. sing.”

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CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE Candidates for City Council

District 2

EARL HOELLEN TO RUN FOR CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE CITY COUNCIL

Earl Hoellen announces his campaign for Cherry Hills Village City Council representing District 2. He first served on Council from 2015 through 2019, including as Mayor Pro Tem. While on Council, Hoellen was instrumental in completing three major projects for the City – moving Public Works out of the City Center, constructing a new City Hall, and completing the restoration of Meade Park. “I am proud I was able to provide the leadership to deliver these projects on-time, on-budget, and without increasing taxes.” Hoellen believes the next Council will need to deal with several challenges, including utility

...The next Council will need to deal with several challenges, including utility undergrounding, improving cell phone and broadband service, public access to Quincy Farm, and increasing crime.

- Earl Hoellen undergrounding, improving cell phone and broadband service, public access to Quincy Farm, and increasing crime.

“We need a Council that will address these issues rationally, strategically, and with sound judgment to ensure that our City’s financial condition remains secure.” Currently Vice Chair of the City’s Planning and Zoning Commission, Hoellen is committed to the vision for Cherry Hills – a safe, low-density, residential community defined by a tranquil and open character. “We must continue to be vigilant and engaged to protect our Village from negative impacts on traffic, use of our parks and

trails, and most importantly on the safety and security of our residents.”

A 30-year resident of Cherry Hills Village, Hoellen brings extensive experience to his bid for City Council. His 16 years of service to the City include serving on the Board of Adjustment and Appeals, the Utility Line Undergrounding Committee, City Council, the Quincy Farm Committee, and Planning & Zoning. In addition, Hoellen serves as a Board member of the Cherry Hills Land Preserve which has responsibility for the planning and programming of Quincy Farm for the City.

Hoellen spent 35 years in the nuclear power industry as CEO of both publicly and privately held companies. He also has owned several small businesses, so he brings a wealth of diverse business experience to the City. Hoellen holds a B.S. in nuclear engineering as well as an MBA and JD. Married to Lori Hoellen, a recently retired kindergarten teacher, he has four adult children, the last two having gone entirely through the Cherry Creek school system, and a granddaughter. “A life well-lived includes some form of public service. In my case, I am so grateful that I can be of service to a community as special as Cherry Hills Village, a place my family and I have been privileged to call home.”

Contact: Earl Hoellen 303489-5051 or ehoellen@law. du.edu

TORY LEVITON IS RUNNING FOR CHV CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT TWO

Greetings dear readers, I am Tory Leviton, a proud resident of Cherry Hills Village. I currently serve as a Commissioner with Parks, Trails and Recreation, and would find great honor by representing our great city, District 2 for the City Council starting in 2023.

I am a Colorado native, international musician and entertainer, lifetime naturalist, youth rights advocate, ethics enthusiast, passionate storyteller and bleeding optimist.

My education includes: GWHS Class of 2000 with International Baccalaureate Diploma, Northwestern University 2004 Environmental

Sciences cum laude and Minor in Hispanic Studies, Post-Baccalaureate Paralegal Certification from Purdue University 2021.

Professionally, I’m a teacher with 12,000+ hours as private and public educator/ tutor/instructor/mentor in numerous disciplines. I’m also a passionate musician providing entertainment across the earth as a solo artist and collaborator via recorded, virtual and live performance. My travels include nearly all U.S. states and over three combined years abroad in 60 national jurisdictions on all seven continents.

If granted the opportunity to serve, I will work my hardest to maintain and promote Cherry Hills Village as the finest place in any land. In a world so often threatened by darkness and hatred, may our community shine as a beacon of collaborative conservation, safety, art and progress.

- Tory Leviton

I attempt responsible citizenry with active participation in local, regional, state, federal and administrative legislation, implementation and jurisprudence. I also enjoy volunteer philanthropy with Nature Conservancy, Arbor Day Foundation, Alzheimer’s Association, Dental Lifeline Network, The Samaritan House of Denver and others.

My television appearances include: child inventor on local news, temporary Colorado Avalanche organist and recent Jeopardy! contestant. I performed at Cherry Hills Village’s Arts Commission’s only concert event to date. Also a Tolkien nerd, avid skier and hiker, I have a 3,000+ piano song repertoire.

If elected, I pledge to proudly represent the Village’s constituents, our shared values and common goals. I am so grateful for all the encouragement, support and endorsement from so many fellow residents and neighbors. This community is extraordinarily special, only a few miles from my childhood home which is simi-

lar in character and also greatly adored.

There are many complicated issues facing us. Balancing conservation and change may be challenging, yet I remain undaunted by the enormity of the tasks that lay ahead. I am excited to take the time to properly address any concerns with fellow citizens and neighbors. If granted the opportunity to serve, I will work my hardest to maintain and promote Cherry Hills Village as the finest place in any land. In a world so often threatened by darkness and hatred, may our community shine as a beacon of collaborative conservation, safety, art and progress. Blessed be our home.

District 4

SUSAN MAGUIRE IS RUNNING FOR CITY COUNCIL IN CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE DISTRICT 4

The district four seat on the Cherry Hills Village City Council is currently held by term-limited Mike Gallagher.

Susan and her husband Charlie Maguire have lived in the Village for 22 years and raised four children there. Mike Gallagher has endorsed Susan, saying “Speaking as a private citizen, it is my opinion that Susan has the intelligence and judgment to deal with complex city matters. Her long tenure in our community gives her the background and perspective for dealing with city matters.”

Scott Roswell, the representative for district four preceding Gallagher, also endorsed Susan, saying, “Susan brings a unique blend of talent, experience and dedication to City Council and has my unqualified endorsement. She is committed to furthering our community values of responsible management of fiscal resources, attention to Village safety and preservation of open spaces, exemplifying what we need most on City Council.”

Susan, a former real estate, finance and corporate attorney, volunteered on the Utility Line Underground Study Committee for the Village. She sits on

the Villagers to Update the Tax Code committee, to ensure the Village can continue to collect sales taxes from vendors outside of the Village.

“Outside vendors contribute over a million dollars in tax revenue to the Village annually; we must update the code to allow the Village to continue to collect these tax dollars and provide the expected level of services to our residents,” said Susan.

Susan was executive director of the Cherry Hills Land Preserve (CHLP), a nonprofit dedicated to preserving open spaces in Cherry Hills. She believes protecting and enhancing open spaces in the Village should be a priority for Council, given the clear mandate from residents in responses to the Master Plan survey. Janney Carpenter, longtime CHLP board member said, “Susan is a thoughtful, collaborative problem solver with a deep commitment to preserving important

Scott Roswell, the representative for district four preceding Gallagher, also endorsed Susan, saying,“Susan brings a unique blend of talent, experience and dedication to City Council and has my unqualified endorsement.

She is committed to furthering our community values of responsible management of fiscal resources, attention to Village safety and preservation of open spaces, exemplifying what we need most on City Council.” community assets like open spaces.”

Recently Susan said, “I have enjoyed living in the Village for over 20 years and believe I have the skills to help keep the Village a wonderful place to live. My experience in working with the Village has given me

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW an appreciation for how it operates. I hope people will give me the opportunity to contribute as a member of Council to assure the Village continues to operate in a fiscally conservative manner, ensure the safety of our neighborhoods and protect and enhance open spaces.”

MARK WILLIAMS ANNOUNCES CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 4 CANDIDACY

Cherry Hills Village resident Mark Williams has announced his candidacy for the position of District 4 councilmember.

“I am excited to announce my candidacy for District 4 councilmember. It would be an honor to serve our great city and I look forward to bringing a fresh perspective to City Coun-

“I believe in limited government, fiscal responsibility, and that a councilmember’s core duty should be to serve their constitutes by helping them make their property and neighborhood more livable, enjoyable, and valuable without wasting taxpayer money.

To this end, I look forward to working with the constitutes of District 4 – and other districts – to make our streets safer for children, to preserve our open spaces, and to keep Cherry Hills Village the crown jewel of Colorado.”

- Mark Williams

cil. Cherry Hills Village is an idyllic and special place to live, work, and raise a family. I plan to dedicate my time and energy to ensure it stays that way,” Williams said.

Williams emphasized his

desire to help residents by serving as a resource to those in his district: “I believe in limited government, fiscal responsibility, and that a councilmember’s core duty should be to serve their constitutes by helping them make their property and neighborhood more livable, enjoyable, and valuable without wasting taxpayer money.

To this end, I look forward to working with the constitutes of District 4 – and other districts – to make our streets safer for children, to preserve our open spaces, and to keep Cherry Hills Village the crown jewel of Colorado.”

Williams, who was born in Alaska and raised in Oregon, moved to Fort Collins in 1998 where he attended Colorado State University on a track and field scholarship. He returned in 2015 and has resided in Cherry Hills Village with his wife and three children since 2020. He is a former federal prosecutor and currently works as a securities attorney.

He holds a Juris Doctor from Georgetown University and a Master’s Degree in International Affairs from Columbia University. He also holds undergraduate degrees in Political Science and Russian from the University of California, Davis. “I believe my qualifications will immediately make me a valuable resource for my district,” Williams said.

District 6

ROBERT EBER SEEKS ELECTION TO CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE CITY COUNCIL

Parks, Trails, and Recreation Commissioner Robert Eber is running for city council to represent District 6. Mr. Eber, serving his fourth term, was vice-chair and chaired PTRC for three years. He actively participates in Village matters and zealously advocates for open spaces, governmental fiscal and professional responsibility, and improved municipal services. Mr. Eber states, “We are privileged to live in Cherry Hills. With that privilege comes responsibility and my commitment to represent the Village to the best of my ability.”

Mr. Eber will bring dedi-

cation and excellent skills to Council. Eber approaches complex matters enthusiastically, as opportunities to listen, ask probing questions, and think before taking responsible action. His proven track record indicates he appropriately takes initiative, seeks consensus and builds successful working relationships. With challenging public safety, fiscal, and landuse issues always on the agenda, Mr. Eber will be a valuable Council addition.

Mr. Eber serves on the 2022 Master Plan Revision Citizen Task Group revising Council’s “roadmap” for future action. He supports amending the city’s Charter to prohibit disposition of open spaces without voter approval. Eber participated in the Village Code

“We are privileged to live in Cherry Hills. With that privilege comes responsibility and my commitment to represent the Village to the best of my ability.”

“My father moved to Charlou in 1964 and was on Council in the 70s!

We appreciated CHV’s semi-rural nature, friendly community and excellent schools, just as families do today,” - Robert Eber Revision and engaged with CHV’s evaluation of fiscal ballot measures. He fully supports Quincy Farm as a Village owned treasure, provided legal and fiscal expertise during his neighborhood’s infrastructure replacement and has served on a water district board. He chaired PTRC during the Meade Park Master Plan adoption and proudly touts its award-winning reconstruction.

Mr. Eber has practiced law 35 years, representing state government and corporate clients in environmental cleanup and natural resource, real estate, and corporate matters. He currently operates a real estate company. He combines skills gained in entrepreneurial businesses and legal practice, attention to detail and ambitious as-

pirations to produce successful outcomes.

Mr. Eber has deep roots in Cherry Hills. A fourth generation Coloradan raised in CHV, he and his wife Leslie, a geriatrician, raised their children in the Village. “My father moved to Charlou in 1964 and was on Council in the 70s! We appreciated CHV’s semi-rural nature, friendly community and excellent schools, just as families do today,” Eber stated.

“We worked hard and made life-long friends. My sister rode her horses in our wonderful High Line Canal and across the open spaces. CHV has an excellent quality of life, and I will represent the Village so our present and future residents are proud to call CHV home.”

TOM CONROY IS A CANDIDATE FOR CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 6

My wife and I have been residents of Cherry Hills since 1991 and we are very happy with the existing situation in our Village and do not want to see significant change. Cherry Hills is unique. Some improvements are needed, particularly with regard to traffic, and some services, although good, can be improved. I am a conservative by nature, both fiscally and culturally.

Specifically, the next Council will be adopting changes to the Master Plan, which can have long term effects. I will not support updates that could bring significant change, particularly with respect to density and zoning changes.

Many of the issues that come to the Council for resolution are very local in nature.

I believe the views of those directly affected should be heavily weighted and the views of those not directly affected given lesser weight.

The Council will also have to address the issues of undergrounding utilities and integrating Quincy Farms into our Village services. I have no firm views at this point.

I have participated in community actions on CHV local issues that include opposing certain zoning changes, the location of the maintenance facility on Colorado Blvd., and the traffic roundabout at Colorado

Cherry Hills is unique. Some improvements are needed, particularly with regard to traffic, and some services, although good, can be improved. I am a conservative by nature, both fiscally and culturally.

Specifically, the next Council will be adopting changes to the Master Plan, which can have long term effects. I will not support updates that could bring significant change, particularly with respect to density and zoning changes.

– Tom Conroy and Quincy. I served for 10 years on the Board of Buffalo Mountain Water & Sanitary District, where we built and maintained the water and sewer systems, the roads and the bus service in the Wildernest development, outside of Silverthorne. I served on the Board of the Susan Komen Foundation and chaired the Board of the Denver Chamber Orchestra. I also held several offices with the Denver Lyric Opera Guild, including President.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree from DePaul University and an MBA from the University of Chicago. I am a Certified Public Accountant (inactive), was the President of the Institutional Business Units of Security Life of Denver and before that, Security Life’s Chief Financial Officer. I am a Co-Founder of Somerset Reinsurance Ltd., a highly rated Bermuda based Life Reinsurance Company. I, along with my consulting partners, hold several patents for financial products. I am also a U. S. Army veteran (Captain).

Currently, I am Treasurer of the Arapahoe County Republican Party, a FINRA Arbitrator and a Certified ARIAS Arbitrator.

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Each was a top five draft choice for a high-profile Denver sports team. And both represent missed opportunity.

The Rockies made Reynolds the No. 2 pick in the 2006 Major League Baseball amateur draft. The Broncos chose Chubb No. 5 in the 2018 National Football League’s college draft.

Reynolds, a 6-foot-7 righthander out of Stanford, made it to the Big Leagues in 2008 at the age of 22. That year he had a 2-8 record with an 8.13 earned run average in 14 games, all but one of them starts.

Three years and some injuries later, he returned to the Rockies and went 3-0 but with a 6.19 ERA. That was it.

For his Colorado career his line was 5-8, 7.47.

Chubb, a 6-4, 275-pound defensive end from North Carolina State, was said to be the second coming of Khalil Mack, who has terrorized quarterbacks as an edge rusher for the Raiders, Bears and now the Chargers.

Moved to outside linebacker and paired with Von Miller, it was believed that Chubb would give the Broncos pro football’s most fearsome pass rush.

But in his first four seasons, because of injuries, Chubb has played in only 41 of 65 regular-season games.

He had an impressive 12 quarterback sacks as a rookie but has managed only 8.5,

combined, in the three seasons since.

These two draft-day decisions are worth revisiting now, for the “what if?” factor in both.

In the 2006, behind Greg Reynolds, Clayton Kershaw went seventh to the Dodgers, and Max Scherzer 11th to Arizona. Each has won three Cy Young Awards; they’ve combined for 391 victories, so far; and both will be legitimate candidates for the Baseball Hall of Fame when their playing days are over.

Of greater note today is who could have been the Broncos’ fifth pick four years ago. Two quarterbacks head the list.

With the 32nd pick, as NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell intoned, the Baltimore Ravens selected Lamar Jackson, University of Louisville. And the Buffalo Bills traded up so they could snatch Josh Allen of Wyoming seventh.

Jackson led the Ravens to a 14-2 record and was voted the NFL Most Valuable Player Award in 2019. A year later, Allen finished second to Aaron Rodgers for the same award.

The decisions to choose Reynolds and Chubb are, in one sense, similar.

The Rockies obviously overestimated Reynolds. And the Broncos whiffed on a generational quarterback because of a misjudgment of Reynoldsian proportion.

A few weeks before the draft, John Elway signed free agent quarterback Case Keenum to a multi-year contract.

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Elway reportedly was enamored with Allen, but Keenum was coming off a season in which he threw for 3,547 yards and 22 touchdowns for Minnesota. The Vikings were 11-3 in games he started.

With the black hole at quarterback since Peyton Manning’s retirement seemingly filled, Elway and the Broncos opted for defense in the draft.

But it turned out the black hole wasn’t filled, after all.

Denver stumbled to a 6-10 record with Keenum under center in 2019 and traded him to Washington along with a seventh-round draft choice that offseason—for a sixthround pick who played 14 snaps for the Broncos the next year.

Keenum since has moved on to his seventh team—Buffalo, no less—where he backs up Allen, and one of his teammates is (believe it or not) Von Miller.

Anyone who saw Josh Allen in the first game of this NFL season last Thursday night can only hope that Russell Wilson—Denver’s eighth quarterback post-Manning—proves to be at least as good as Allen. Better would be great, but that’s a tall order, given Allen’s blossoming talents.

Accuracy was the main concern when Denver’s coaching staff worked with Allen in the Senior Bowl.

But against the defending Super Bowl champion Rams, Allen was the football version of Scherzer, completing 26 of 31 passes (83.9%) for 297 yards and three touchdowns and leading his team in rushing with 56 yards on 10 carries, including one for a touchdown. He even got in a shoving match with a Rams lineman.

Wilson’s specialty has been the fourth quarter comeback.

But in the Broncos’ 17-16 loss to his former team Monday night, he could get Denver no closer than a Hail Mary field goal attempt from 64 yards in the waning moments. Wilson completed 29 of 42 (69%) for 340 yards and one touchdown, and ran once for two yards.

The comparison will continue all season.

Denny Dressman is a veteran of 43 years in the newspaper business, including 25 at the Rocky Mountain News, where he began as executive sports editor. He is the author of 14 books, eight of them sports-related. You can write to Denny at dennydressman@ comcast.net.

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PMS to MENOPAUSE – Part 2 of 4 [Endometriosis, Uterine Cancer, Excessive Bleeding & More!]

Hormone Imbalance, Anxiety, Depression, Lack of Concentration, Low Sex Drive, Low Immunity, Fatigue, and Over-All Body Pain: Denise (36y) felt she had tried “everything” in the years prior to finding me online. No matter what she tried, she only received temporary relief, if any. Also, her immune system was so low, she was sick with the flu every 5-6 weeks.

Three weeks after starting her Clinical Nutrition Therapy, her 25 symptoms, including all of the above, had improved 10-80%. At her 8th week, Denise reported no bouts of flu since starting the therapy I designed, based on her test results, and 18 of the 25 symptoms had improved 100%. (YES! They were gone!) The other Seven?

Four improved 90%; one 80% and two 30%; then in the weeks to follow all improved 100%.

In Part 2 of this four-part article on PMS to Menopause, I will be completing the education started in Part 1 about a primary cause of Endometriosis, Uterine Cancer and Excessive Bleeding.

Part 1 concluded with my sharing that when a woman’s birth control method interferes with or suppresses the body’s elevation of Progesterone at the onset of the Luteal Phase, it prevents the body from lowering Estrogen production to stop making eggs, i.e., the Follicular phase is prevented from ending.

(For information about these phases, refer to Part 1 in The Villager, 08/25/22, Page 14.)

Weeks and months of more and more eggs being produced each day causes the uterus to become so overload-

ed with eggs rotting, attaching to and inflaming endometrial tissue that “Endometriosis” ensues, then years of inflamed endometrial tissue has the potential of causing uterine cancer, like Margaret (Part 1).

Some, not all, women may experience their body’s efforts to flush these accumulated rotted eggs, when periodically, they experience breakthrough bleeding, spotting and/or menstruation that extends beyond the average five days.

The solution and prevention lie in choosing birth control methods that do not

interfere with the three Phases of the Menstrual cycle. However, for those who have been using methods that do, which may be evident by having the above health challenges, contact me right away to start your therapeutic, whole food detoxification program and help your body remove the rotting eggs from the uterus.

And by obtaining Clinical Nutrition Testing, we will be able to identify the therapeutic nutrients your body requires to heal (repair) the damaged cells and tissue and/ or grow new healthy endometrial and uterine cells and tissue to replace what could not be repaired, just like we did in two months for Margaret.

By doing so, you have the opportunity to prevent Endometriosis, Uterine Cancer, Excessive Bleeding and/or other female issues. Otherwise, your hormone imbalances and inflamed tissue from these rotting eggs will continue to get worse, whether you are aware of it through symptoms or not.

Though there are specific “nutrient” deficiencies and other toxins for evaluation that can cause a variety of female symptoms and conditions, including the above, the information I have shared in

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SPECIAL DISTRICTS NOTICE OF HEARING ON 2022 BUDGET AMENDMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an amendment to the 2022 budget has been submitted to the Fiddlers Business Improvement District (“District”). Such budget amendment will be considered at a meeting and public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District to be held at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, September 20, 2022.

In order to preserve the health, safety, and welfare of the public in light of the imminent threat caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, this meeting and public hearing will be held by telephone only. To attend and participate by telephone, dial 650-479-3208 and enter passcode 2596 406 7524.

A copy of the amended 2022 budget is available for public inspection at the offices of Spencer Fane LLP, 1700 Lincoln Street, Suite 2000, Denver, Colorado 80203. Due to concerns related to COVID-19 and certain visitor restrictions that may be in place, please contact Stephanie Net by email at SNet@ spencerfane.com to make arrangements to inspect the budget(s) prior to visiting the foregoing office.

Any interested elector within the District may, at any time prior to final adoption of the amended 2022 budget, file or register any objections thereto.

FIDDLERS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT By: /s/ Ron Fano, District Counsel Published in The Villager Published: September 15, 2022 Legal # 10845 ___________________________

NOTICE OF PROPOSED AMENDED 2022 BUDGET OF THE SUNDANCE HILLS METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an amended 2022 budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the Sundance Hills Metropolitan District for the year 2022; that a copy of such proposed budget has been filed in the office of the District located at Circuit Rider of Colorado, 1100 W. Littleton Blvd., #101, Littleton, Colorado, where same is open for public inspection; and that such proposed budget will be considered at a regular meeting of the Board of Directors of the District to be held on Monday, September 19, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. at the Sailfish Room, 5626 S Galena Street, Greenwood Village, CO 80111.

Any elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the amended 2022 budget, inspect the budget and file or register any objections thereto. This meeting is open to the public.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE SUNDANCE HILLS METROPOLITAN DISTRICT /s/ Circuit Rider of Colorado, Manager Published in The Villager Published: September 15, 2022 Legal # 10846 ___________________________

Part 1 and 2 of this four-part article focuses on causes and healthy solutions to prevent and/or reverse the disease processes occurring in the development of Endometriosis, Uterine Cancer and excessive or irregular menstruation, in order to assist you in restoring optimal female health.

In Part 3, I will share symptoms of hormone imbalances and explain why choosing vitamin and mineral supplements based on hormone-related symptoms does not work!

For a Clinical Nutrition Analysis of your saliva hormone levels, please call me at (940) 761-4045. First Consultation Free!

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Registration Fee: $25 online, $30 onsite.

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SOUTH METRO CHAMBER RIBBON CUTTING AT MOLLY’S SPIRITS SEPT. 15, 5-7 p.m. Unique Zero-Proof cocktail experience! Live music from Blaze of Corey horderves. Shopping discounts and door prizes. RSVP 303-795-0142 COLORADO AUTHOR’S HALL OF FAME SEPT. 16, noon to 2 p.m. at Denver Univ. in the Tuscany Ballroom. Award Winning and Bestselling Autor Patricia Rayon will speak at the first Aspiring Author Scholarship Awards ceremony.

Five aspiring authors to receive $2,000 scholarships. Tickets: https://colorado authorshalloffame.org/events.html Nominations for authors to be inducted at www.ColoradoAuthorsHallofFame.org CENTENNIAL INSTITUTE CONSTITUTION DAY BREAKFAST SEPT 16, 8-9:30 a.m. Anschutz Great HallColorado Christian Univ., 8787 W Alameda Ave., Lakewood. Commemorate the 235th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution. Cost is $25 per ticket. Breakfast buffet and a lecture from John Malcolm, V.P. of the Institute for Constitutional Govt. and Dir. of the Meese Center at The Heritage Foundation. RSVP required.

WINGS OF HOPE 10TH ANNUAL EVENING OF HOPE SEPT. 23. 6 p.m. Reception Buffet; 7 p.m. Live Auction presentation. With Brian Shul, SR-71 Pilot, describing flying a covert spy plane with rare photos & breath taking video. Funds for Pancreatic Cancer Research. Tickets: Wingsofhopepcr.org or call 720-7330491.

SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARKING LOT SEPT. 24, 1 p.m. Curtis Center for the Arts Parking Lot, 2349 E. Orchard.

Production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” The cast are professional actors from the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Bring your lawn chair.

CENTENNIAL CHALK ART FESTIVAL SEPT. 24, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Streets of Southglenn, 6851 S. Vine St. COLORADO CHRISTIAN BUSINESS ALLIANCE 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY CONFERENCE “Take Delight in the Lord.” SEPT. 30.

7 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Infinity Park Event

Center, Glendale. Keynote Speaker: James Barthel, MBA, Founder & former CE O of Metals Treat meant LLC, a National Company. Info: ccballiance.org MUSEUM OF OUTDOOR ARTS LIVE PERFORMANCE AT MARJORIE PARK OCT. 6, 6:30-8 p.m. David Taylor’s Zikr Dance Ensemble. Tickets: MOAONLINE. ORG Food truck available. 6331 S. Fiddler’s Green Cir., Greenwood Village.

WESTERN FANTASY SCHEDULED FOR OCT. 15 The 29th Annual event will be chaired

by Pat Robinson and will feature country star Justin Moore! Table sponsorships available before June 30. Visit Western. com or contact Michael James mjames@ voacolorado.org or 303-297-0408.

JEFFERSON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 70TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON OPENER OCT. 16, 3 p.m. at Colorado School of Mines Green Center. MauriceCohn, candidate conductor, conducts Bartok. Tickets: jeffsymphony.org CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE DRUG TAKE BACK EVENT OCT. 29, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Police Dept.

Police Dept. & Drug Enforcement Admin.

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HERITAGE EAGLE BEND ANNUAL CRAFT FAIR NOV. 5, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free admission.

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RUE de NOEL A PARIS STREET CHRISTMAS MARKET NOV. 11 & 12. Indoors - Douglas County Events Center. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free Admission. Visit aparisstreetmarket.com or call 303-877-9457.

PROJECT OUR TOWN WEEKEND OF ACTION NOV. 10-13. Weekend of community service projects benefitting those in need & supporting important causes and organizations. Benefiting 50+local nonprofit agencies. Volunteer registration opens Oct. 17. More info: projector

WHAT’S NEW? Ed Bozarth Chevrolet Aurora is now CELEBRATION CHEVROLET under the leadership of Kent Bozarth. Located at 2001 S Havana Aurora. Delivery anywhere in Colorado. Visit www.celebrationchevrolet. com for information on this third generation led family automobile business.

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SHILOH HOUSE BOOTS & BOWTIES SEPT. 17, 5-8:30 p.m. 2022 Gala in Castle Rock. Premier fundraiser to serve youth & families impacted by drama, abuse, family crisis and neglect. Info: Adam Robe. arobe@ shilohouse.net ALCOHOL, TOBACCO & FIREARMS PARTY SEPT. 17, 7:30 a.m. - breakfast; 8:15 a.m. Safety Instruction 8:30 a.m. Shotgun Start; 11:30 a .m. lunch, keynote, live auction, cocktails & cigars. Sponsored

by Independence Institute. Kiowa Creek Sporting Club, 46700 E County Road 30, Bennett, CO. RSVP: Mary Goodley at maryg@i2i.org ART ON THE GREEN ART FAIR! SEPT. 17-18 FROM 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Join the Curtis Center for the Arts and the City of Greenwood Village for the annual All-Colorado art fair. Purchase artwork from over 80 artists, listen to live music, food from local food trucks.

BLUE LOTUS OUTDOORS EVENT SEPT. 19, 5-8 p.m. Expand your plant knowledge and get to know the folks who take care of gardens - interact with professional gardeners. Appetizers & refreshments. See QR code on page 5 of Sept. 8 Villager to RSVP. Event at Clayton Hotel, Cherry Creek worth.

CENTRAL CITY OPERA PLEIN AIR FESTIVAL SEPT. 23-25. Artists will be painting the Colo. scenery & historian landscape surrounding the Opera House and Central City from sunrise to sunset. Concerts in the Central City Opera Foundry, tour historic buildings, visit the KidZone to contribute to an opera-themed mural. Paintings available for purchase. Info: centralcitypleinair.org

6246 Country Club Drive 6,218 S Q F T . | 6 B E D S | 6. 5 B A T H S

Dedicated to the art of fi ne living, J Kahn Custom Homes and Smith and Drake Design present 6426 Country Club Drive. Situated in the heart of The Village across from The Country Club at Castle Pines this home promises to elevate your senses and your lifestyle.

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C: 303.570.3429 O: 303.773.3399 Annzo@Kentwood.com www.AnnzoPhelps.com 4949 South Niagara St. 400, Denver, CO 80237 All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) nor Kentwood Real Estate shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless.

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