lone tree voice 1127

1

LoneTreeVoice.net

D O U G L A S C O U N T Y, C O L O R A D OA publication of

November 27, 2014VOLUME 13 | ISSUE 45

DCSD rejoins state group School district’s membership in CASB can be mutually bene� cial, director says By Jane Reuter [email protected]

The Colorado Association of School Boards’ director successfully appealed to the Douglas County School Board to rejoin his organization. The board voted 5-2 dur-ing its Nov. 18 meeting to renew member-ship with CASB, a relationship it severed in 2010.

Board members then said DCSD’s in-house staff already provided the services offered by CASB, without the $23,000 membership fee. But several said they now believe CASB can help Douglas County with school fi nancing and other issues that likely will be debated during the next Colo-rado legislative session.

“I think the benefi ts of membership could be summarized (in the words) of Benjamin Franklin: ‘If we don’t hang to-gether, we’ll hang separately’,” said board member Craig Richardson, citing concerns about state education funding.

Board members Judi Reynolds and Meghann Silverthorn voted against the idea, saying they’re not certain CASB membership will benefi t the district.

Reynolds’ and Silverthorn’s hesitation, initially expressed during the board’s Oct. 21 meeting, prompted the board to invite CASB director Ken DeLay to the November meeting.

DeLay said he sees mutual benefi t to DCSD rejoining the association, noting that the two entities are working toward common goals that including waivers from some state requirements. DeLay also said that other member districts could benefi t from learning about Douglas County’s ed-ucation initiatives.

School board member Meghann Silverthorn talks with CASB director Ken DeLay during a break in the Douglas County School Board’s Nov. 18 meeting. Photo by Jane Reuter

DCSD continues on 7

L.L. Bean continues on Page 17

L.L. Bean opens to warm welcome Lone Tree store’s debut draws more than 500 for grand opening By Jane Reuter [email protected]

Teri Robinson set up camp in front of L.L. Bean at 6:45 p.m. Nov. 20, slept outside and waited more than 14 hours to be fi rst in line for the Park Meadows’ store’s 9 a.m. Nov. 21 grand opening.

All in the hope of winning one of fi ve $500 gift cards.

“It would help pay for Christmas pres-ents,” said Robinson, an Aurora resident who’s on permanent disability.

Robinson drew a $10 gift card. She gri-maced, but then smiled and shrugged.

“It was entertaining,” she said of her night on the sidewalk, which she spent in a sleeping bag on a foam mat. “It was better than staying home. I slept well until report-ers woke me up at 5:30 a.m.”

Robinson was the fi rst of more than 500 people who lined up for the opening of the Maine-based outdoor clothing and equip-ment company’s westernmost store.

The Lone Tree site is L.L. Bean’s 22nd re-tail store in the United States, and a loca-tion company board chairman Shawn Gor-man said is ideal.

“With a population that embraces the outdoors, I can’t think of a better place or a better fi t for us,” Gorman said. “

Gorman is the great-grandson of com-pany founder Leon Leonwood Bean, an avid outdoorsman who founded the com-pany in 1912 with the Maine hunting boot he designed. The family-owned business recorded sales of more than $1.56 billion in 2013.

“The values of our founder are still con-sistent,” Gorman said. “We don’t answer to Wall Street. We answer to Casco Street, where our offi ce is.

“We’re a company that loves the out-doors but also does everything to install that love in its customers.”

The long line of waiting Lone Tree cus-tomers, many of whom wore L.L. Bean jackets, suggested the company had suc-ceeded with them.

The fi rst 200 people in line drew gift cards ranging from $10 to $500.

MJ Schloff and Leslie Jones, both of Littleton, were among the lucky fi ve who

Je� Pearce o� ers cookies to the more than 500 people waiting in line for the opening of the Park Meadows’ LL Bean store Nov. 21. Photos by Jane Reuter

Leslie Jones, left, and MJ Schlo� , both of Littleton, each won one of a handful a $500 LL Bean gift cards at the store’s grand opening.

From left, Lone Tree Mayor Pro Tem Jackie Millet, Mayor Jim Gunning and economic development director Je� Holwell talk with LL Bean senior vice president Ken Kacere and LL Bean board chair Shawn Gorman in the Park Meadows store.

2 Lone Tree Voice November 27, 2014

2

CLINICdent

since 1989

AUTOHAIL

REPAIR

FAST & PROFESSIONAL

303-954-9162we will work with your insurance directly...

PERMANENT FACILITY SERVING GREATER DENVER

PICK-UP/ DELIVERY AVAILABLE

9695 West 44th Ave. Wheat Ridge

Without the support of our advertisers,we could not bring you your hometown

news, events and sports every week.

Please support them for theircontribution to keeping our

community connected.

Why ads matter.

Find all of our advertisers onlineShopLocalColorado.com

City approves senior living plan MorningStar to � ll niche for some Lone Tree residents By Jane Reuter [email protected]

Bill and Judy Robertson already were se-niors when they moved to Lone Tree 15 years ago, but the Heritage Hills couple feels this is home.

“It’s just a nice little town,” said Bill Rob-ertson, 86, who has served on boards with the city, Heritage Hills homeowners association and the Park Meadows Metro District Board. “We have shopping, a hospital and everything close by. It’s a great location. It’s well run, and I have a lot of friends here.”

Their love of the city is so deep, they intend to stay here as long as possible. The planned MorningStar senior living community, which will be built less than a mile from their current home, will enable them to do just that.

The city council approved a site improve-ment plan for the project during its Nov. 18 meeting, after hearing support for Morning-Star from Bill Robertson and other residents.

Bill Robertson told the council he recently toured three senior living complexes in the south suburban area: All were nice, some were expensive, and most importantly, none was in Lone Tree.

“Lone Tree needs a development like it,” Robertson said. “We like everything about it. It’s right across the street from the Lone Tree Arts Center; it’ll be right across from the li-brary. And they have a good reputation.”

The fl oor plans also featured large closets, Robertson noted.

“That’s important for my wife, who needs to fi nd room for more than 85 pairs of shoes,” he said.

The 224-unit senior living facility is planned on a fi ve-acre lot on RidgeGate Park-way east of the Lone Tree Arts Center. The new Lone Tree Library is proposed on the lot next to it.

It will include 124 independent living, 71 assisted living and 29 memory care units.

MorningStar describes it as a project with elements found in luxury resorts, including a swimming pool, hot tub, massage room, indoor and outdoor dining areas, a bar, ex-

tensive landscaping, large windows and a ve-hicular plaza designed to emulate a European motor court.

At some points, the building will rise to fi ve stories, but architects took care to step back the taller areas from the street to reduce build-ing mass and better blend with neighboring developments, according to a staff report on the project.

The building’s architecture will represent a mix of traditional and contemporary styles in earth tones, with accents of orange, yel-low and red. Vertical elements like brick and stucco, strategic window orientation and ar-chitectural embellishments will further break up the horizontal building form. Because the building is visible from all sides, a “360-degree

architectural treatment” is intended to create an aesthetically pleasing appearance from any angle.

Councilmembers liked what they saw.“I commend them on the exterior architec-

ture,” said Susan Squyer. “It blends in so well with the RidgeGate community. They were very considerate of the whole juxtaposition of the building to the arts center and residents to the south.

“I think we’re all excited to be able to offer a retirement option for people.”

Since September 2013, MorningStar has held six community meetings with RidgeGate residents and members of Lone Tree’s Liv-ing and Aging Well seniors’ group. Mayor Pro Tem Jackie Millet said she couldn’t recall ever

before seeing such an extensive effort at com-munity outreach.

“The fact that they cared enough to do it, and keeping neighbors and the larger com-munity interest in mind, really speaks well to the company itself,” she said. “I really appre-ciate the accommodations that were made in height and landscaping, the thoughtful consideration of where they were going to be located.”

MorningStar Senior Living aims to begin construction yet this year, moving its fi rst resi-dents in sometime in 2016.

The company operates senior living cen-ters in Centennial, Denver, Jefferson County, Parker and Colorado Springs, among other communities.

This map shows the land east of the Lone Tree Arts Center, on which the MorningStar senior housing project, new Lone Tree library, townhomes and a park eventually will be constructed. Courtesy of City of Lone Tree

Lone Tree Voice 3 November 27, 2014

3

GGSW-90-2014-34239 Southwest Plaza_Ad.indd 1 10/29/14 4:17 PM

ARIA ATHLETIC CLUB & SPA· S’MORES OUTDOORS· CHAIR #20 ON-SITE· KIDVENTURE· ATWATER ON GORE CREEK· ON-SITE SKI CONCIERGE· CONDOSARIA ATHLETIC CLUB & SPA· S’MORES OUTDOORS· CHAIR #20 ON-SITE· KIDVENTURE· ATWATER ON GORE CREEK· ON-SITE SKI CONCIERGE· CONDOS

As Alpine Guides to the very best experiences in Colorado, Vail Cascade wants to make the most of your mountain getaway by sharing our own personal passions.

For winter promotions and ski packages, visit VailCascade.com or call 800.282.4183

SKI-IN/SKI-OUT SKI VALET ONSITE RENTAL SHOP KIDVENTURE ARIA CLUB & SPA ATWATER ON GORE CREEK

Where the valets actually give you the best tips on trails and terrain

Earn College CreditWhile Still in High School

Seeking a challenging academic experience? Receive high school and college credits simultaneously in classes taught by ACC-qualifi ed instructors at your high school.

ACC’s Concurrent Enrollment college courses can: • LOWER your total cost of college;

• INCREASE your academic options; • PREPARE you for a seamless transfer to college;

• INTRODUCE you to college coursework.

Learn more atarapahoe.edu/concurrent

303.797.5764

YOU CAN

arapahoe.eduAssociate Degrees • Transfer CreditsCertifi cates • Workforce Training

Littleton • Parker • Castle Rock • Online

City OKs land donation for libraryProximity to arts center could create site for fests, eventsBy Jane [email protected]

Lone Tree’s planned new library moved a step closer to reality Nov. 18 when the city council approved an agreement to transfer land for the project to Douglas County Libraries.

The nearly 2.4-acre site east of the Lone Tree Arts Center at Commons Street and Sky Ridge Avenue will have room for a library more than twice the size of the current 10,000-square-foot Lone Tree Parkway building. RidgeGate developer Coventry Development is donating the parcel, valued at $1.4 million.

Douglas County Libraries is building three new libraries at a total cost of about

$34 million in the next 18 months. The Parker and Castle Pines branches likely will open before Lone Tree’s, which is set for an early- to mid-2016 debut.

What sets Lone Tree’s library apart from the other two is its location near the community’s biggest cultural draw and the planned MorningStar senior housing community.

The convergence of those buildings and uses could bring a town-square feel to the area that would make it a natural site for festivals and other community gatherings.

Discussion about how to use the space already has begun, library director Bob Pasicznyuk said.

“We’ve been working with the city and the other players — the arts center and MorningStar — to say, `How can we work together to form an entire area of that space?’,” he said. “Can you close it down so if you had the Taste of Lone Tree or a farmers market, is there room for food trucks? Where would people sit? Where

would they get shade? We’re one piece of the pie in making that whole thing work.

“That would be different from the oth-er two buildings entirely.”

To enhance that community feel, MorningStar altered its building designs to include an outdoor patio and seating area on the northwest side.

“Having all three located right near each other really creates a nice synergy for events,” said Mayor Pro Tem Jackie Millet. “It is exciting to think what it could be. It would be a big focal point in the community.”

Those ideas will come into sharper fo-cus as the talks continue.

The library land won’t go directly to Douglas County Libraries. It will be con-veyed to the city of Lone Tree after re-quired site approvals are complete; the city will turn it over to the library district by April 1, 2015. Construction on the building will start by March 31, 2016, ac-cording to the agreement.

The agreement approved by the coun-

cil lays out the city’s purchase of the cur-rent Lone Tree library building. The city plans to convert the building into a com-munity center with limited library ser-vices for at least two years after the new library opens.

The Lone Tree Parkway library build-ing is valued at $1.25 million, according to the agreement, but the city will buy it for $800,000.

It also requires Rampart Range Metro-politan District, which serves RidgeGate, to build streets and related improve-ments to serve the new library. The city will build a new road just east of the li-brary that will be called Town Ridge Drive.

All three new libraries, which will re-place popular buildings too small to meet increasing demand, will be two sto-ries tall with designs that include family space, quiet study areas, flexible meeting rooms and expanded collections.

The Lone Tree Library opened in 1998.


4

FA M I LY F E E D #7

Limit 3 feeds • Sun.- Mon.-Tues.-Wed.-Thurs. Only • Thru

• Full Rack Baby Back Ribs • Whole BBQ Chicken • 1 lb. Pulled Pork • Baked Beans (pint) • Cole Slaw (pint) • Garlic Toast (5) •Bottle BBQ Sauce

$3 3 99SAVE $19

TAKE-OUT ONLY

33ONLY

WITH THIS COUPON

No SubstitutionsREG. $5340

10335 S. Parker Rd. Parker • 303-805-9742

CN

NOT VALID FRI OR SATHickoryHouseRibs.com

HH 10.20.13ColoNwsFam.Feed#7.indd 1 10/20/13 8:56 AM

12/04/2014

To advertise your restaurant in this section, call:

(303) 566-4100

www.LoneTreeChamber.comp: (303) 792-3282 fax: (303) 792-3723

9220 Kimmer Drive, Suite 200, Lone Tree, Colorado 80124

�ank you to our sponsors:

�e Lone Tree Chamber of Commerce presents monthly Business A�er Hours networking events

for its members.

Congratulations Mayor Gunning!Recipient of the Carla Madison Award for Outstanding

Leadership by an IndividualFrom Denver-based Transit Alliance.

Come join us on December 3, from 5-7 p.m. at Lone Tree Brewing Company, for another Business A�er Hours and Holiday Party.Non-members may join us for $10/per person; you must RSVP through our website www.lonetreechamber.com at least 24 hours in advance. �is event is co-sponsored by Todd Seibert, Nationwide Insurance. If you are a Lone Tree Chamber member and are interested in hosting a Business A�er Hours event, please contact us at 303-792-3282 or [email protected].

HAPPY THANKSGIVING to all!

Our very well attended November event was hosted by the Lone Tree Arts Center. �ank you to the host and to all

the sponsors who made this event a success!

A groundbreaking ceremony took place Nov. 18 for two new car dealerships coming soon to Highlands Ranch — Schomp Honda and Schomp MINI. The dealerships will be constructed on 14.5 acres adjacent to the Schomp BMW dealership near C-470 and Lucent Boulevard, with the goal of opening in January 2016. This is a milestone for the company, said owner Lisa Schomp, and added it’s exciting to see the company move forward to another level —one she believes will be an incredibly successful endeavor.

PHOTOS BY CHRISTY STEADMAN

Family business owners, from left, Logan Wallace holding Bowie Wallace, Lisa Schomp, and Aaron, Mark and Tyler Wallace break ground Nov. 18 for the new MINI and Honda dealerships coming soon to Highlands Ranch.

Jim Biner, ambassador of Schomp Automotive, stands ready with the shovels and hard hats Nov. 18 at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new MINI and Honda dealerships coming soon to Highlands Ranch.

So MINI cars to choose from WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEK? Want to know what clubs, art exhibits, meetings and cultural events are happening in your area and the areas around you? Visit our website at www.colorado-communitymedia.com/calendar.


5

®intelliBED

®intelliBED

Jim Biner, ambassador of Schomp Automotive, stands ready with the shovels and hard hats Nov. 18 at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new MINI and Honda dealerships coming soon to Highlands Ranch.


6

SPECIAL S

A V I N GS

SHOP & SAVETHIS

HOLIDAY

OU T SHOP. OU T STYLE. OU T SAVE.

Download Moonlight Madness Special Offers online or pick them up at customer service.

OPEN24 HOURSOPEN 9PM

THANKSGIVINGNIGHT

M O O N L I G H T M A D N E S S

SALE

outletsatcastlerock.com

OCR Colorado Comm Holiday Ad_Final.indd 1 11/18/14 12:16 PM


7

KNOWYOUROPTIONS

Call me at for FREE Consultation!

All rates quoted are subject to carriers underwriting and financial determination for APTC as required by law.

Open Enrollment is Here, Are You Ready?

.

Alpine Life Planning Strategies, Inc.

[email protected]

Garry N.Manchulenko

303-704-8842

www.alpsins.com

Do You Know Your Options for 2015?If Not I Can Help!

•Answer your health care reform questions•Identify if you are eligible for tax credits and cost sharing reductions•Review your current plan and 2015 plan options•Assist with enrollment in your ideal plan

JANUARY2015

Sunday monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday saturday

30 30 30 31 1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30 31

New Year’s Day

Martin LutherKing Jr. Day

December 2014

S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31

February 2015

S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

©2015 Drew Litton. All rights reserved.

Follow Drew all year long at

National DitchYour New Year’sResolution Day

30 31 3

Inspire your Heart with Art Day

College Football Championship

Pro Bowl

NHL All-Star Game

3131

JANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARYJANUARY2015

monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday saturday

New Year’s DayFebruary 2015

S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

All new design for 2015with over 95 cartoonsand images by Denver’s

Favorite Sports Cartoonist.

THE PERFECT gift IDEA

OR keepsake FORCOLORADO SPORTS FANSOR COMIC ENTHUSIASTS!

DrewLittonstore.com

30 30

4

11 12

18 19

Martin LutherKing Jr. Day

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

College Football Championship

Pro Bowl

NHL All-Star Game

Sunday monday

December 2014

S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

February 2015

S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

Sports2015 calendar

ORDER TODAY AT

ORDER

NOWFOR THEHOLIDAYS!

Kids experience sumo-sized science Assembly meant to engage middle school students By Chris Michlewicz cmichlewicz @coloradocommunitymedia.com

What does it take to get middle school stu-dents interested in physics? Staging a clash between teachers in sumo suits is a good start.

Cimarron Middle School in Parker got a visit from “FMA Live!” during its “Forces in Motion” tour, a series of performances meant to inspire teens to pursue a career in science, technology and math. Sponsored by NASA and Honeywell, the Nov. 14 assembly com-bined hip-hop music about concepts like inertia, video clips of an Isaac Newton im-personator interviewing people on a public street, and student participation to convey the basic principles of physics.

When “FMA Live!” actors spun a Velcro wall to face the audience, student Wyatt Bevill was hanging sideways from it. He and student Jimmy Dean then took turns launching from a springboard during a lesson about Newton’s First Law of Motion.

The assembly also put faculty members in the thick of the action. Principal Chris Zimmerman and health teacher Beau Da-vies dressed in sumo suits and slammed into each other to demonstrate the idea that force equals mass times acceleration (the equation for which “FMA Live!” is named).

“The kids, every single one of them, when I looked at their faces, they were engaged in it,” Zimmerman said.

In an attempt to represent Newton’s Third Law of Motion that states “for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction,” as-

sistant principal Cindy Corlett subjected her-self to a new type of dunk tank. Two teams of Cimarron students fl ung rubber balls from a slingshot and tried to hit a target that would dump the contents of a vat above Corlett’s head. When one ball hit its mark, she was doused in applesauce, to the delight of nearly 500 seventh-graders.

To Corlett, the mess was worth it. She says it’s important to make education fun.

“With the 21st Century learners that we

have, they are poised to really run our world, but they need excitement in their learning to carry them through,” she said. “Middle school is a perfect time to get kids interested in sci-ence, technology and math because they get choices in high school, and then in college and their career.”

The scenes were repeated twice more that day for the school’s sixth- and eighth-graders. Earlier in the week, “FMA Live!” also stopped

by Cresthill Middle School in Highlands Ranch and Castle Rock Middle School.

The assembly took a year of planning be-cause of all of the logistics involved. A massive stage was set up in the gymnasium and lights and speakers added to the energetic atmo-sphere.

“We wanted this to be a great experience that the kids will always remember, and it looks like it was,” Corlett said.

LEFT: Dressed in a sumo suit, Cimarron Middle School Assistant Principal Chris Zimmerman, right, gets a running start at health teacher Beau Davies Nov. 14 during a physics demonstration. In the middle is John James, with “FMA Live!” ABOVE: Cimarron Middle School student Wyatt Bevill hangs from a velcro wall during a presentation by Forces in Motion Nov. 14. John James with “FMA Live!” holds the microphone. Photos by Chris Michlewicz


8-Opinion

OPINIONY O U R S & O U R S

WE’RE IN THIS TOGETHER

9137 Ridgeline Blvd., Suite 210 Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

Phone: 303-566-4100 Fax: 303-566-4098 On the Web: LoneTreeVoice.net

Get Social with us

We welcome event listings and other submissions.

News and Business Press Releases Please visit LoneTreeVoice.net, click on the Submit Your News tab and choose a category from the drop down menu.

Calendar [email protected]

Military Notes [email protected]

School Accomplishments [email protected]

Sports [email protected]

Obituaries [email protected]

To Subscribe call 303-566-4100

Columnists and Guest Commentaries

The Voice features a limited number of regular columnists, found on these pages and elsewhere in the paper, depending on the typical subject the columnist covers. Their opinions are not necessarily those of the Voice.

Want your own chance to bring an issue to our readers’ attention, to highlight something great in our community, or just to make people laugh? Why not write a letter of 300 words or fewer. Include your full name, address and the best number to reach you by telephone.

Email letters to [email protected]

A publication of

Our team of professional reporters, photographers and editors are out in the

community to bring you the news each week, but we can’t do it alone.

Send your news tips, your own photographs, event information, letters, commentaries...

If it happens, it’s news to us.

Please share by contacting us [email protected],

and we will take it from there.

A�er all, the Voice is your paper.

GERARD HEALEY

CHRIS ROTAR

RYAN BOLDREY

JANE REUTER

VIC VELA

RON MITCHELL

LISA HAVENS

ERIN ADDENBROOKE

AUDREY BROOKS

SCOTT ANDREWS

SHARI MARTINEZ

President and Publisher

Editor

Assistant Editor

Community Editor

State Desk and Legislative Editor

Local Sales Manager

Marketing Consultant

Major Accounts and Classi�ed Manager

Business Manager

Production Manager

Circulation Manager

Abstract art can o�er a workout If you have to see a picture of a man

screaming on a bridge, you have to see a picture of a man screaming on a bridge.

Edvard Munch will take care of you.If you have to see a vibrant red and

coral-colored flower, blown up and cov-ering the entire canvas, well, that’s what you have to see.

Georgia O’Keeffe will take care of you.But what if there is no screaming man

or vibrantly colored flower?What if there is nothing more than a

big area of color? With nothing recogniz-able anywhere?

Are you lost? Disinterested?Many are, even though abstract art

has been around for more than a hun-dred years.

I have watched viewers walk past abstract paintings lickety-split.

I have an idea, in the form of a com-parison.

Who doesn’t like a little Mozart now and then? Or Dave Brubeck? Or even a Jimmy Page solo? What do they all have in common? The music is wordless.

As a listener, it’s up to you to create

images in your imagination. Or better still, to simply listen without trying to read any imagery into the music.

I realize that there are contrary ex-amples: It’s impossible to listen to the “Grand Canyon Suite” and not visualize pack mules.

I am an Abstract Expressionist, and the illegitimate son of the very first Ab-stract Expressionist, Wassily Kandinsky. Kandinsky was as brave as the first man to eat a dried lizard or lutefisk.

The Abstract Expressionists who were painting in America in the ‘40s and ‘50s shifted the focus of the art world for the

first time from Western Europe to the United States.

I am not going to try to convert any-one. If you have to see clouds or trees or galloping sheep in a painting, or else, that may never change.

We tend to want something to hold on to, and complete abstractions don’t do it for many people. But if you put a bunch of water lilies in there, everything is just fine.

Monet’s beautiful “Water Lilies” series is a great introduction to abstract art. You can’t do any better than Monet.

And that includes van Gogh, a con-temporary of Monet’s. Van Gogh gets more press, but Monet was a better artist. He just didn’t cut off his ear, and become mythic.

There is a “Water Lilies” room, an entire room, at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.

I have gone to New York with no other aspiration — except to have a corned beef sandwich and a kosher pickle at the

Giving is a blessing to be thankful forFor many people, there is a ton of

activity and action going on during Thanksgiving Day. Some families and neighbors gather to play football in the park or the street while others settle in for some action-packed football on TV.

Others find action in gathering together to help serve and feed others through homeless shelters and other organizations. And anyone who has ever collected food, prepared food, served food, or washed dishes and scrubbed pots and pans for those less fortunate will tell you that there is plenty of activ-ity and action taking place. I may not be the best person to cook or prepare the meals, but I am one heck of a pots and pans scrubber.

To give thanks, a verb and a call to action are neatly tied up in this wonder-ful holiday. And if we are blessed enough to be able to share our gratitude and appreciation with those we love and with those who may be experiencing a difficult time in their lives right now, we are called to action, called to act upon Thanksgiving.

Now I have met and heard from peo-ple who have the very best of intentions to do something bigger with their time and their lives. And that feeling swells each year as the holidays approach. Yet when I meet them again during or may-be even after the New Year and ask how their “giving” and Thanksgiving season went, I hear a mixed response. Some are eager to share their victories of contribu-

tion and the elation they experienced, while others fall back on the excuses such as a lack of time or something else came up.

Is it a lack of time? Did something else really come up? Or is it just a lack of commitment in connecting what we desire to do most in our hearts with the justification of what is happening in our heads?

You see, if we have been blessed enough to help and give when we can, shouldn’t we? Think of it this way, it’s kind of like the person who builds a home gym so that they will get commit-ted to a workout routine but ends up with a collection of weights and ma-chines that collect dust. Or the person that says they want to learn a foreign language and buys Rosetta Stone only to leave the box on a shelf or in a closet.

It’s not the gym equipment or cool teaching technology that failed us, it is our lack of commitment to taking the action that prevented us from reaching our goals. And one of the best parts of

Thanksgiving is in its inherent call to action.

I have heard so many stories from people who always wanted to “give” or do something more in their lives and found that Thanksgiving was an awe-some day to place their “giving” stake in the ground and begin following their heart.

For those who read this column regu-larly, I know that this next statement will sound like a broken record, but here it goes.

As much as we help others by giving, giving of time, talents, resources, money, hugs, and prayers, the person who expe-riences the greatest joy is not the person receiving what is given, rather it is the person that is doing the giving that in turn receives the most joy.

Happy Thanksgiving, a verb and a call to action.

How about you, is Thanksgiving a launching point for you to give back in some way to our community? Or have you already been a compassionate and consistent giver of thanks?

Either way I would love to hear all about it at [email protected] and when we take up that call to action, it really will be a better than good week, holiday season, year, and life.

Michael Norton is a resident of Castle Rock, the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corporation, a strategic consultant and a business and personal coach.

Marshall continues on Page 9

EDITOR’S NOTE: To add or update a club listing, e-mail [email protected].

PoliticalDOUGLAS COUNTY Democrats executive committee meets at 7 p.m. every � rst Tuesday at various sites. Contact Ralph Jollensten at 303-663-1286 or e-mail [email protected]. Social discussion meetings are in Highlands Ranch, Castle Rock and Parker-Lone Tree. Visit douglasdemocrats.org and click on calendar for more information.

DOUGLAS COUNTY Republican Women meets at 11 a.m. the third Wednesday each month at the Lone Tree Golf and Hotel. Call Marsha Hae� ein at 303-841-4318 or visit www.dcgop.org or www.dcrw.org.

LONE TREE Democrats meet for First Friday Happy Hour the � rst Friday of every month at Los Arcos. Call Gordon at 303-790-8264.

Professional

ARAPAHOE SALES Professionals USA meets Thursdays at 7:30 a.m. at Country Bu� et, 7475 Park Meadows Drive in Lone Tree. Call Randy Anderson at 303-875-7673 for information.

BNI CONNECTIONS of Lone Tree (www.thebniconnections.com) invites business owners to attend its meeting held each Tuesday, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249 Ridgegate Circle. There is no charge to attend a meeting as a guest. Please visit www.thebniconnec-tions.com or contact Jack Ra� erty, 303-414-2363 or jra� [email protected].

THE LEAGUE of Women Voters of Arapahoe County has two meetings per month. No unit meetings are in June through August, but the two unit meetings per month will begin again in September on second Monday evenings and second Thursday mornings. Call 303-798-2939. The group is open to residents of Douglas County.

LITTLETON LETIP meets from 7:16-8:31 a.m. every Tuesday for breakfast at Luciles, 2852 W. Bowles Ave., to ex-change quali� ed business leads. Call Bob Hier at 303-660-6426

or e-mail [email protected].

LONE TREE Networking Professionals is a net-working/leads group that meets Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m. at Rio Grande Restaurant in Lone Tree. Exclusive business categories are open. Visitors and new members are welcome. Contact Don Shenk at 303-746-0093.

PROFESSIONAL REFERRAL Network meets at 7:15 a.m. Tuesdays at Great Beginnings, east of I-25 at Lincoln Avenue. Call Ronald Conley at 303-841-1860 or e-mail www.professionalreferralnetwork.org.

RecreationLONE TREE Ladies 9-Hole Golf. Applications are now being accepted for the 2012 Thursday morning 9-hole golf group. Applications are available in the Lone Tree Pro Shop or visit http://LTL9Hole.ghinclub.com

SocialA DREAMPOWER Animal Rescue / PAALS

adoption for cats, dogs and more meets from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Park Meadows PetsMart. Call 303-688-9503.

BREAKFAST CLUB Singles 50 plus meets at 8:30 a.m. the third Saturday each month at the Ridge Bar & Grill, Castle Pines North Golf Club (exit I-25 at Castle Pines Parkway and go 2 miles west). Breakfast orders taken at 9 a.m. This is an active singles group with opportunities to make new friends while enjoing various activities. Make reservations or � nd infor-mation by calling 303-814-8428. Leave a name and number and you will receive a call back. The website is www.TBC50plus.org.

CASTLE ROCK Bridge Club plays a friendly ACBL-sanctioned duplicate game at 1 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday. For more information, a schedule of games and lessons, or directions to the Lowell Ranch 4H location at 2330 South I-25 East Frontage Road, go the website at castlerockbridge.com. For assistance in � nding a bridge partner, call Georgiana Butler at 303-810-8504. Visit www.castlerockbridge.com.


9

To place an Obituary for Your Loved One…

[email protected]

Funeral HomesVisit: www.memoriams.com

Continued from Page 8

Marshall

Social Security crucial in retirement planning This year, more than 59 million Ameri-

cans will receive Social Security benefi ts of almost $863 billion. By 2033, older Ameri-cans will increase to 77 million. If there are no changes to the Social Security system before then, the average benefi t payable will be 77 percent of the full amount.

This is clearly stated on every Social Security statement, even though you may now need to go online to view your state-ment at www.ssa.gov.

These facts will make retirement plan-ning more challenging in the future. Cur-rently, anyone approaching Social Security age should research and plan for the best possible lifetime benefi t.

Do not assume that collecting at a cer-tain age is the only option you have. There are ways you can combine benefi ts with a spouse, whether divorced or married and as a survivor, to perhaps collect more than your own benefi t.

For single wage earners, who were never married, the best way to increase your Social Security benefi t is to work longer or delay when you collect. The earliest age you are eligible, if you have at least 40 quarters or 10 years of paying into the So-cial Security system, is 62. Your benefi t will

increase by 8 percent for every year you delay taking benefi ts up to age 70. If your life expectancy is greater than age 80, this may yield you more lifetime benefi ts than collecting at a younger age.

Married couples have several ways to optimize their benefi ts. The two most common are fi le and suspend, or fi le a restricted application.

To fi le and suspend, the higher wage earner fi les at full retirement age and sus-pends his or her payment until a later date, ideally age 70. This allows for the Delayed Retirement Credits (DRC) of 8 percent per year to start accruing.

This also allows the spouse to receive benefi ts up to 50 percent of the worker’s full retirement age benefi t.

The spouse may also fi le a restricted ap-plication, requesting to collect only under the spousal benefi t for several years, hence receiving Delayed Retirement Credits up to age 70. At that time the spouse can “switch” to his or her own benefi t that has increased to the maximum level.

Using these scenarios, a married couple can increase their lifetime benefi ts by almost $400,000, depending on their in-comes and life expectancies.

A divorced person who is unmarried can also apply for spousal benefi ts on an ex-spouse’s record if the couple had been married for 10 years or longer. There are opportunities to fi le a restricted applica-tion and received DRC in this situation as well.

A widow or widower is entitled to survi-vor benefi ts on either their own record or their deceased spouse’s record, whichever is greater.

This is why it is important to have at least one wage earner delay benefi ts to create a larger survivor benefi t as well as a higher lifetime combined benefi t.

It is important to explore these different options to help defi ne what your retire-ment income will be and how much you

will need to supplement Social Security from other resources. This will allow you to plan for growing your assets such as the 401(k) and IRA accounts to a point where you can then turn on income for retire-ment.

How much risk you should take on growing your portfolio can be determined by the amount of additional income needed. Therefore, determining what your Social Security benefi ts will be and at what age you will collect is a good place to start. Then you can plan the rest of your retire-ment strategy around Social Security.

Assumes the worker is eligible for $2,500 a month and lives to age 85 and the spouse fi les a restricted application and lives to age 90.

Patricia Kummer has been an independent Certifi ed Financial Planner for 28 years and is president of Kummer Financial Strate-gies Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor in Highlands Ranch. She welcomes your ques-tions at www.kummerfi nancial.com or call the economic hotline at 303-683-5800. Any material discussed is meant for informa-tional purposes only and not a substitute for individual advice.

AREA CLUBS

Clubs continues on Page 30

Carnegie Deli — than to see those lilies.And that’s what I am asking you to do.

Just stand there at some distance, and then walk toward them.

Eventually you will no longer see water lilies. You will see colors, brush strokes, subtle transitions of blue to blue-green to green. And you will be in the land of Abstract Expressionism.

What do you see when you listen to “Take Five” by Dave Brubeck? I don’t see anything. But I sense a number of things. Melody, pacing, rhythm, repeti-tion, a blues-scale, and quintuple time. It is famous for its “two-chord piano vamp.”

I couldn’t tell you what a two chord piano vamp is.

All I know is that “Take Five” makes it inside. It is an irreplaceable few minutes of my life, and I can’t thank Brubeck enough.

Some abstract artists are understand-ably difficult. Maybe Jackson Pollock is the most difficult abstract artist ever, at least among those who have been ac-claimed.

“My child could do that.” Not re-ally, or if your child can do that on a huge stretched canvas, with a grasp of composition, variety, cohesion, and ac-countability, and have it appreciated, it’s because Pollock did those things first.

He gave viewers something other than the enigma of a woman with a wry smile (“Mona Lisa”) to think about.

Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educa-tor and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at [email protected].


10

WHAT THE HAIL!

303-425-7531www.jkroofing.com

- Free Inspections

- The Preferred Local Roofing Company for Many Insurance Companies, Hundreds of Agents, and Thousands of Coloradans

- No Creepy Door Knockers

SM

For Voting Us Best ofARVADA, GOLDEN, CENTENNIAL,

ENGLEWOOD, BRIGHTON, LONETREE

�ank YouCALM AFTER THE STORM SM

A robot built above the pecking order Local robotics team to compete at regional competition in Arkansas By Christy Steadman [email protected]

The Highlands Ranch STEM School and Academy BEST robotics team has been focusing on transporting prairie chick-ens for the past couple of months.

BEST, which stands for Boosting Engineering Science and Technology, is a six-week robotics competition held each fall. The competition offers two main elements. The fi rst is a head-to-head robot competition, and the second is the BEST award competition, in which teams must complete the tasks of creat-ing an exhibit that displays information about the team, a mar-keting presentation and an engineering notebook.

“They get a box of parts and a set of rules,” said Ron Coffee, one of the robotics team’s coaches, “and the kids have to fi gure out what to do. It’s real-world experience for them.”

At the Rocky Mountain BEST hub competition earlier this year, the team fi nished third in the robot portion, and won the BEST award for the fourth consecutive year. By winning the BEST award, the team earned their spot to be one of four from Colorado that will compete at the regional competition in Forth Smith, Ark., on Dec. 5 and 6. The Highlands Ranch team competed against about 35 teams at the Rocky Mountain

BEST hub competition.This year, the goals of the robot-building aspect were to

transport parts for a wind farm and assemble two wind tur-bines. Therefore, the team created their robot based on Op-eration Prairie Chicken: Top of the Pecking Order. Basically, the robot has the ability to pick up and transport prairie chickens, which are represented by PVC tubes, said the team’s engineer-ing lead, Robert Belter.

“The team devised a very strong robot, and the exhibit was considered to be fi rst class by one of the judges,” said Joel Kirk-land, the team’s head coach and a system engineer at Lock-heed Martin.

In addition, the Highlands Ranch team has an advantage because they have access to a “wonderful facility” at the STEM school where they can work on their project, Coffee said.

The team consists of 23 students, both STEM and students from other programs. Student team leaders include Belter; Zach Coffee, marketing director; Dakotah Mann, program manager; Charlie Nims, presentation lead; and Licia Lamb, manufacturing director.

Zach Coffee said he enjoys being involved with the robotics team because he is “super competitive.”

“It’s nice to be able to channel that into something that has a lot of weight,” he said.

Rocky Mountain BEST’s mission statement is “to engage, excite and inspire students to pursue careers in engineering, science and technology through participation in a sports-like science and engineering-based robotics competition.”

“BEST is a really good program,” Ron Coffee said. “It is pro-vided at no cost to the school.”

However, the only thing that BEST supplies is the kits for making the robots. It does not cover expenses, including mate-rials, relating to other aspects of the competition.

The team must raise the money through fundraising efforts.Mel Coffee, a retired law practitioner and adjunct professor,

put up a challenge grant and matched the students’ funds. He said it’s important to educate all people, and not just focus on the brightest students.

“Tomorrow, they’re not going to be children,” he said, “they’re going to be the men and women leading our coun-tries.”

Mel Coffee invests in the robotics team because it is a good example of how everyone can work together, he said, and added that the students learn everything from teamwork and presentation to fi nances and marketing.

The students have six weeks to build their robot, exhibit, come up with their marketing presentation and complete their engineering notebook.

“It’s a ton of work and effort,” Zach Coffee said, but it’s all worth it to “put it on the line and compete with it.”

The students are dedicated, Ron Coffee said. They meet after school and on Saturdays to allow them to work on their project three days a week, which averages to be 15 to 20 hours a week.

The students in BEST are very talented kids, Kirkland said. “They will develop the skills of the future’s leaders.”

Highlands Ranch STEM School and Academy BEST robotics teammembers, at right, Anirudh Mathukumilli, in blue, and Sage Mann, drive the team’s robot, which they will take to the regional competition in Fort Smith, Ark. Photos by Christy Steadman

Highlands Ranch STEM School and Academy BEST robotics teammembers Charlie Nims, left, and Bailey Moran, control last year’s robot, which was used this year as a claw game for which people purchased tickets to play. This robot was part of the Nov. 17 open house that the team hosted to help fund their trip to Arkansas for the BEST regional competition.

HOW TO HELPThe Highlands Ranch STEM School and Academy BEST robotics team needs

more than $9,000.00 to pay for their travel, hotel and food expenses for their trip to Arkansas to compete in the regional competition.

Tax deductible donations can be made on the team’s website, www.stemb-estrobotics.com

Marriott points also are being accepted. For more information, contact the team at [email protected].


11

Real EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateAdvertise: 303-566-4100

Real EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal EstateReal Estate

Run a 2 column x 2” ad in 18 papersAdams, Arapahoe, Douglas & Jefferson Counties

$50 A WEEK!Reserve space 303-566-4091

Help Wanted

Home for Sale

newtownbuilders.com

GRAND WINNERHOUSING INNOVATION AWARD

Plum Creek Parkway Mitchell St

Weaver Circle

M

ikelson Blvd

Exit 181

Founder’s Parkway

N. Ridge Road

CASTLE ROCK

CASTLEWOOD RANCH - 303.500.3255

Single Family Homes from the Mid $500’s

7001 Weaver Circle, Castle Rock

Prices, features, speci�cations and other terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. *Estimated monthly savings of New Town Builders home with a HERS of 52 versus a Typical Resale home with a HERS of 130. Based on standard operating condition. Promulgated by the residential Energy Services Network (RESNET).

SELL

FULL SERVICEBROKERAGE

OWNER 25 YEARS!

Charles Realty720-560-1999

* Everything Included* Free Market Analysis * MLS Placement* PlacementonRealtor.com* Internet Exposure

* No Advertising Fees * Relocation Exposure* Realtors Show Home* Sign & Lockbox* No Upfront Fees

[email protected]

BUY & RECEIVE 1% OF PURCHASE PRICE

BEST OF THE BEST R E A L T O R S

+2.8% MLS CO-OP

or

Home for Sale

www.FullerRE.com(303) 534-4822

Located in the Ken Caryl Business Park, the Littleton Medical Arts Building offer right-sized small suites in a quality office building in a great Southwest locale. Rents start as low as $450/month modified full service gross with tenant paying for in-suite janitorial. Easy ac-cess to Kipling & C-470 and abundant parking. Call Mike Haley or John Becker.

®

Littleton Office Space

Money to Loan

ATTENTION COLORADO HOMEBUYER: “Free Report Reveals The 7 Key Questions Every Loan Officer or Realtor Must Answer Before You Decide To Hire Them.” This hard-hitting report reveals the inside-scoop on how to make sure you hire only the best of the best. And best of all, it’s totally FREE! Grab your copy now by going to www.7-key-questions.com or call 720-515-8654

Universal Lending Corporation, NMLS#2996, Shawn Janusheske, Senior Loan Officer, NMLS# 257868,CO LMB#100023147 Ph: 720-515-865 W5485 Timber Creek Trail, La Crosse, WI 54601 Regulated by the Division of Real Estate

Offi ce & Commercial Property

Fantastic O�ce/Warehouse Property For Sale

8550 W. 14th AVE, LAKEWOOD, CO 80215Incredible Price ($57.57) Price Per Square Foot!

This well maintained building sits on a 56,053 square foot lot, backs to a spectacular park with walking trails and has approximately 90 parking spaces. Building Size is 21,712 Square Feet. Layout is half Office and half Warehouse. Built in 1973, Zoning is M-N-U City of Lakewood, Construction: Twin T Tilt Up Concrete, HVAC has two new separate Roof Top Units. Plenty of power 1200 Amp - 3Phase, Roof is Built up Tar and Gravel, two elevators one is a heavy freight the other is a hydraulic passenger, T-1 Lines Installed, Hurry, you don’t want to miss this one. These are hard to find. For more information contact Sally Ann Warren with RE/MAX Alliance 720-530-5661.

Sally Ann WarrenRE/MAX Alliance 3000

[email protected]

Senior Housing

Westhaven offers affordable senior apartments where you can enjoy activities with friends, shop, and have direct access to light rail. Views of the mountains and the city are right out your window. With a new name and new management in 2013, this community received a bold new look and delivers on old fashioned values.

• Controlled Access Entry • Fitness Salon • Smoke-Free • Social Activities • Classes

Nestled next to the foothills in Lakewood

Call Joyce for a tour. Hurry they go fast!303-237-2878

Now LeasingSenior Apartments

Home for Sale

Don't ForecloseCall Mark

(303)919-6310I will buy your house.

IMMEDIATEDEBT RELIEF! Stuck w/a houseyou can't afford

or no longer want? We take over pmts/by cashor terms - Foreclosure OK

720-550-9604

RENTALS

Apartments

Golden 1 bed 1 bath unfurnapartment. Pets OK. $1235

short term lease. Avail Dec. 8.Quiet. Near I70 & 6th Ave.

(303) 918-4945.

Commercial Property/Rent

Office WarehouseFor Lease in Elizabeth

2,907 Sq.Ft.Large O/H Door3 Phase Electric

Cheap!Call 303-688-2497

Duplexes, Multiplexes

ArvadaWestwoods Ranch Duplex

with finished basementYard Work/Garbage/Lawn and

Snow Removal included No Pets, Ideal for Seniors

Available January 1st$1800/month

Call Dave (303)456-6246

Offi ce Rent/Lease

VARIOUS OFFICES100-2,311 sq.ft. Rents from

$200-$1750/month.Full service.

405-409 S Wilcox Castle Rock

Wasson Properties 719-520-1730Your Community Connector

to Boundless Rewards

We are community.

Please Recycle this Publication when Finished

For Local News,Anytime of the Day

VisitColoradoCommunityMedia.com

Highlands Ranch STEM School and Academy BEST robotics teammembers, at right, Anirudh Mathukumilli, in blue, and Sage Mann, drive the team’s robot, which they will take to the regional competition in Fort Smith, Ark. Photos by Christy Steadman


12

Reach higher. Choose UCCS.Learn more at uccs.eduor call 719.255.8227

“I chose UCCS because of the opportunities within the College of Business — internships, scholarships, and exploring different careers. The smaller class sizes have given me the personal assistance I need to be successful. UCCS is building prestige in its programs and is becoming one of the best schools in the state. You should check it out.” — Thaddeus Bland, Jr., Sophomore, Business

New libraries designed to appeal to all users Parker Library to open in February 2016 By Chris Michlewicz [email protected]

When Bob Pasicznyuk reviewed the fac-tors driving an ambitious plan to put Douglas County’s libraries in position for the next two decades, something jumped out at him.

“This county’s thirst for physical books,” said Pasicznyuk, who took over as director of Douglas County Libraries in May.

He describes the numbers as “astronomi-cal,” then offers inarguable proof.

Colorado districts with similar population densities and the same number of cities, like the Rangeview Library District and Brighton Library District, record an average of 4.5 mil-lion transactions per year, on par with nation-al averages. Douglas County’s facilities notch 8.5 million, he said.

The staggering statistics are hard to ignore, and that’s why Douglas County Libraries is paying close attention these days.

The district is not only opening new facili-ties in Parker, Lone Tree and Castle Pines by mid-2016, it is embarking on a full review of its other facilities in Highlands Ranch, Castle Rock, Louviers and Roxborough. Everything is on the table to “meet the needs for the next generation,” Pasicznyuk said.

Mixing it upPhysical books are, of course, just one

piece to consider. The reasons behind the continuing popularity of local libraries can be traced to diverse tastes. Library users con-sume material in a variety of ways; Pasicznyuk likened the idea to regularly using a Blu-Ray player, streaming fi lms via an online rental service and going out to the movies, instead of sticking with just one way of watching fi lms.

With that in mind, Douglas County Librar-ies had to determine “what a library looks like now instead of 1990,” the director said. But rather than scaling back as some districts have done, Douglas County Libraries is expanding its footprints and taking a hard look at layouts that provide an experience for every type of user.

Mixed demographics present a challenge because each visitor expects something dif-ferent, Pasicznyuk said. So, staffers took notice and submitted their own ideas on how to ac-commodate everyone.

For example, Parker’s branch manager, Amy Long, noticed that about half of the people who frequented one area of the li-brary weren’t being fully served: parents who brought their little ones to the children’s sec-tion. To fi ll that gap, the fi rst fl oor of the new Parker Library is being built as a family zone, serving not only preschoolers, elementary school kids and tweens, but adults who will have access to a coffee shop-like atmosphere with integrated seating and power outlets for tablets and laptops.

“We wanted to make that space lively,” Pa-sicznyuk said.

The second fl oor will be more subdued and designed as a “classic library with a twist,” he said. There will be shelves fi lled with books, but they will be displayed in a more visually-pleasing manner, blending with a comfort-able den with a fi replace. Outdoor terraces

with seating will also allow library users to read a book or study while enjoying Colora-do’s good weather.

Room to breatheAll three of the new libraries were designed

as two-story buildings to provide separation, something that wasn’t possible before. They also will have a drive-up lane to drop off ma-terials rather than requiring users to take up a parking spot and get out of their car.

Parking, in particular, has long been an is-sue at the Parker Library, a former bowling al-ley in the Crossroads Shopping Center on the northwest corner of South Parker Road and Mainstreet. There are now about 50 spaces and the new facility will have 150.

The new library will also be nearly twice as big — it’s going from 22,000 square-feet to 43,000 square-feet — and have more windows to let in natural light. Mayor Mike Waid said the Town of Parker encouraged the library district to come up with a design that leaves behind the old-fashioned, boxy libraries of yesterday.

“I believe it’s going to be a unique, keystone element that’s really going to defi ne that end of the downtown district,” Waid said.

The Town of Parker spent $2 million to pur-chase the nine acres on which the library will be built on the northwest corner of Mainstreet and Pine Drive, across from town hall. The town will lease the land to the library district. Construction will begin in the fi rst quarter of 2015.

The library will be paired with a public park with a “sprinkle garden” plaza and ice river for ice skating, as well as a possible retail shop, Waid said.

Coventry Development, the builders of RidgeGate, donated land near the Lone Tree Arts Center for a 26,000 square-foot library, and the city is turning the existing 10,000 square-foot building into a community cen-ter. The Castle Pines Library is moving from a 2,000 square-foot space in a strip mall to a freestanding, 16,000 square-foot building. It will be the fi rst to open in November 2015. The Parker Library will open in February 2016 and Lone Tree will follow in April 2016.

A conceptual rendering shows what the new Parker Library will look like after it opens in early 2016 in downtown Parker. Courtesy image


13

Prism™ TV replaces cable and satellite. Highlands Ranch, the future of TV is here.

†Fiber optics apply to all or a significant amount of the network, depending on your location.

Services and offer not available everywhere. CenturyLink may change or cancel services or substitute similar services at its sole discretion without notice. Offer, plans, and stated rates are subject to change and may vary by service area. Requires credit approval and deposit may be required. Additional restrictions apply. Terms and Conditions – All products and services listed are governed by tariffs, terms of service, or terms and conditions posted at www.centurylink.com. CenturyLink® Prism™ TV – Subscription to Prism service in certain Prism territories may require a separate local phone service and preclude customers from purchasing High-Speed Internet services from any third party. CenturyLink-provided set-top boxes are required to view TV. Local channel availability varies by market. Prism on the Go – Prism on the Go offers content through the centurylink.net portal, programmer-supplied apps (e.g., HBO GO®), and an internal facilities-based app (Prism TV app). The content accessible to individual subscribers depends on their Prism package, device, location, and how they are accessing the content and will vary accordingly. Third-party terms and conditions apply to programmer-supplied apps. Prism™ TV app (Mobile App) – Certain content can be viewed within subscriber’s home only. Download and viewing ability requires subscription to a Prism TV package, qualifying device, and Wi-Fi connection when away from home. Terms and conditions apply. Prism app Center (Dashboard app) – Dashboard app requires subscription to a Prism TV package. Content applicable to social media and vendor apps can be viewed on your TV only. Third-party terms and conditions apply. HBO GO® and MAX GO® – HBO GO® and MAX GO® are only accessible in the U.S. and certain U.S. territories where a high-speed broadband connection is available. Minimum 3G connection is required for viewing on mobile devices. Requires subscription to HBO and Cinemax. Other restrictions may apply. ©2014 Home Box Office, Inc. All Rights Reserved. HBO® and related channels and service marks are the property of Home Box Office, Inc. © 2014 CenturyLink. All Rights Reserved. The name CenturyLink and the pathways logo are the trademarks of CenturyLink. All other marks are property of their respective owners.

Prism™ TV offers interactive features like:

Prism on the GoWatch TV anywhere on any device, set your DVR remotely and access Video On Demand, To-Go channels like HBO GO®, MAX GO®, and more!

Prism on the GoWatch TV anywhere on any device, set your DVR remotely and access Video On Demand, To-Go channels like HBO GO

Call 303.791.5033Test-drive it in store:

Whole Home DVR Lets you watch and record multiple shows at once. Plus, pause live TV.Requires subscription to a Prism™ TV package and Whole Home DVR, HD service.

Whole Home DVR Lets you watch and record multiple shows at once. Plus, pause live TV.Requires subscription to a Prism™ TV package and Whole Home DVR, HD service.

Wireless Set-Top BoxPut your TV anywhere you want – even in the backyard.Requires subscription to a Prism™ TV package and Wireless Set-Top Box. Wireless Set-Top Box requires power and connection to TV; range of wireless signal is limited.

CenturyLink® Prism™ TV: Interactive TV you control – anywhere, any time, on any device. Prism™ TV replaces cable and satellite and is delivered to your neighborhood through CenturyLink’s fi ber-optic† network.

Highlands Ranch – 9370 South Colorado Blvd., NE corner of University and Colorado near Whole Foods

Prism App CenterThe Prism App Center gives you access to social networks like Facebook, as well as Yahoo! Sports, Picasa and more.

Prism App CenterThe Prism App Center gives you access to social networks like Facebook, as well as Yahoo! Sports, Picasa and more.


14

CODE: SBS-14-4S PUB/POST: USSPI tabloid 10x7; Various PRODUCTION: D. Hanson LIVE: None

DESCRIPTION: On November 29... WORKORDER #: 006910 TRIM: 10” x 7”

Delivery Support: 212.237.7000 FILE: 10A-006910-25C-SBS-14-4S.indd SAP #: AP.APSBS.14043.K.011 BLEED: None

Art: FoundingPartner_BlueBox_Horizontal_White_RW.ai (Up to Date), SBS_No_Date_Horizontal_Lines_White-RW.ai (Up to Date)

TO SPEND THE DAY WITH FRIENDS, FAMILY AND

ON NOVEMBER 29 You’re Invited

The Small Businesses of America.

EVERY DAY, SMALL BUSINESSES ARE THERE FOR US.WILL YOU BE THERE FOR THEM?

#ShopSmall

GET UP, GET OUT, AND SHOP SMALL.®

NOV 29

Nonpro�t helps seniors stay in their homes Neighbor Network o�ce manager: County has great need for volunteersBy Chris [email protected]

To everyone else, they are family members, friends and co-workers. To 200 Douglas County seniors, they are knights in shining armor.

The Neighbor Network, a nonprofit organization dedicat-ed to helping seniors stay in their homes, made recent news when its office manager, Nancy Nielsen, was awarded for her selflessness. Nielsen described the experience as “hum-bling,” but she views the exposure as an opportunity to drum up support in the form of willing volunteers and donors.

As Nielsen tells it, she found herself in 2004 sitting on the couch, watching hours of soap operas, when she was struck

by a revelation: She needed to make better use of her time. The Parker resident promptly volunteered for three local or-ganizations, including the Neighbor Network.

The coalition of 72 volunteers spends its time taking se-niors to medical appointments and grocery shopping, and providing companionship to those who are isolated. During the summer, the helpers perform yard work for seniors. In the winter, they shovel snow.

“Anything we can do, that’s what we do for them,” Nielsen says. “There is nothing we will not try.”

The Neighbor Network, which is funded strictly by grants and donations, has volunteer positions with names like “fix-it coordinator”

and “grocery coordinator.” While the group has capably ad-dressed the local needs of many seniors, there are 50 people on the waiting list who are in need of a helping hand. Any-one who has two or three hours per week to spare is a good

candidate.“There is really a great need for volunteers in Douglas

County,” Nielsen said.There is immense gratitude for the work that gets done,

but those coordinating the efforts get just as much out of helping. Nielsen calls the work rewarding, and those around her say that observing Nielsen in action is uplifting. Karie Erickson, executive director of the Neighbor Network, said Nielsen answers hundreds of requests for service per month and “always gives her best to each caller.”

“Nancy has such a heart for service,” Erickson said. “She comes to work and truly makes a difference to those she helps — always giving an encouraging word, helping to solve a problem, and coming up with resources that will make someone’s life better.”

As long as she is assisting seniors in staying “independent and happy,” Nielsen is satisfied.

To get involved in the Neighbor Network, call 303-660-7519 or go to www.dcneighbornetwork.org.

Nielsen

Broken hip doesn’t keep seniors from vowsParker couple ties the knot in hospital roomBy Chris [email protected]

If wild horses couldn’t drag him away, a broken hip sure-ly wouldn’t stop Wilfred Stallan.

His whirlwind romance with Parker resident Shirley Golden was capped with a kiss during the couple’s Nov. 2 wedding ceremony, which took place in a room at Parker Adventist Hospital. It was an entirely different location than originally planned, but that was OK with the beautiful bride.

Like many relationships these days, Golden and Stallan’s courtship began online. What makes them unique, howev-er, is that Stallan is 83 years old and Golden is 76. They got in touch last April on OurTime, a website that connects old-er adults who share similar interests. Golden was initially looking for a friend, but she and Stallan quickly fell in love.

Six weeks ago, he proposed over the phone because “he couldn’t wait,” Golden said.

“He was telling me how much he loved me and just said `I want to get married,’” she said. “Well I said, `you haven’t asked me yet.’ And so he asked and I said, `of course!’”

It wasn’t exactly the old-fashioned way of doing things, but as Golden explains it, their age doesn’t allow them time

to wait on these kinds of decisions. Stallan moved from Westminster and in with Golden, who lives with her adult daughter and her family.

The couple, both widowed, decided to get married at the Parker Senior Center, but one day before the wedding, Stal-lan lost his balance in the yard and fell. He was transported to Parker Adventist, where an X-ray showed that his hip was broken.

Golden assumed the ceremony would be postponed, but Stallan wouldn’t hear of it.

“He was bound and determined that he was going to get married before surgery,” the bride said.

The hospital gave the green light on having the wed-ding there and she called the minster to inform him of the change of plans. Golden’s son gave her away, and her best friend of 66 years was her matron of honor. The groom’s longtime buddy stood as his best man while Stallan lay in the hospital bed, holding hands with Golden.

“It was really very nice. We had the cake brought over here and we had my family and his family there,” said Gold-en, who told the story over the phone during a short break from staying at her husband’s bedside.

She never pictured herself marrying again, let alone in a hospital, but as the online love connection and sudden ac-cident proved, things don’t always go as planned.

Stallan’s surgery was scheduled for 3 p.m. Nov. 2, just af-ter the ceremony, but a “tiny piece of cake” postponed it until 7 that night. He will spend three weeks at a rehabilita-tion center before moving into an apartment in Parker with his wife.

Wilfred Stallan and Shirley Golden-Stallan hold hands during their wedding ceremony Nov. 2 at Parker Adventist Hospital. The groom fell one day before the nuptials, injuring his hip, but he didn’t allow it to stop the wedding. Courtesy photo


15

ColoradoCommunityMedia.com 303-566-4100

Local Focus.More News.

22 newspapers & 24 websites. Connecting YOU to your LOCAL community.

CareersCareersCareersCareersCareersCareersCareersCareersAdvertise: 303-566-4100

City of Black Hawk. Hiring Range: $56,486 - $64,959 DOQ/E. Unbelievable benefi t package and exceptional opportunity to serve in

Colorado’s premiere gaming community located 18 miles west of Golden.

POLICE OFFICERS WANTED

The City supports its employees and appreciates great service! If you are interested in serving a unique historical city and En-joy working with diverse populations visit the City’s website at www.cityofblackhawk.org/goto/employee_services for more in-formation or to apply online for this limited opportunity.

Requires High School Diploma or GED, valid Colorado driver’s license with

a safe driving record, must be at least 21 years of age, and must be Colorado POST certifi ed by date of hire. The City accepts online ap-plications for Police Offi cer posi-tions year round. Applications will

remain active for one (1) year from the date of submission. EOE.

Help Wanted

STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER ICity of Black Hawk. Hiring Range: $18.72 - $21.53 per hour DOQ/E. Unbelievable benefit package and exceptional opportunity to serve in Colorado’s premiere gaming community located 18 miles west of Golden. Requirements: High School Diploma or GED, valid Colorado driver’s license Class R with a safe driving record with the ability to obtain a Class A with P rating within one year of hire, and the ability to lift 80 pounds. To be considered for this limited opportunity, please apply online at http://www.cityofblackhawk.org/goto/employee_services. Please note: Applicants are required to upload their resumes during the online application process.

Please be sure your resume includes all educational information and reflects the past ten (10) years’ work

history. Applicants must apply online and may do so at City Hall which is located at 201 Selak Street in Black Hawk. Closing date for this position is December 08, 2014 at 4:00 p.m.

MST. The City supports its employees and appreciates great service! EOE.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

PCS Ferguson is actively hiring for skilledCNC Machine Operators to work fulltime inour manufacturing facility, conveniently

located off of I-25 in Frederick, Colorado.

We have opportunities for Operators, Set-Up Machinists, and Leads. Day and night shifts are available! Requirements include: at least oneyear of experience operating CNC Lathes, ability to read blueprints, use

measuring devices, and be familiar with G & M codes. Experience withDaewoo machines & Fanuc controls and/or multi-axis is preferred.

This is your opportunity to join a growing company where there are manyadvancement opportunities!

We offer a competitive salary, plus a night shift differential, and a complete benefits package that starts on the first day of employment!

To apply: please email resumes [email protected], fax to 720-407-3546, or apply inperson at 3771 Eureka Way, Frederick, CO, 80516.

PCS Ferguson has a strict anti- drug and alcohol policy. We have a zerotolerance position on all drugs recognized as illegal by the Federal Gov-ernment, regardless of Colorado State law. All candidates will be requiredto pass a pre-employment drug test, and will be subject to random testingonce employed.

EOE

Home for Sale

newtownbuilders.com

GRAND WINNERHOUSING INNOVATION AWARD

Plum Creek Parkway Mitchell St

Weaver Circle

M

ikelson Blvd

Exit 181

Founder’s Parkway

N. Ridge Road

CASTLE ROCK

CASTLEWOOD RANCH - 303.500.3255

Single Family Homes from the Mid $500’s

7001 Weaver Circle, Castle Rock

Prices, features, speci�cations and other terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. *Estimated monthly savings of New Town Builders home with a HERS of 52 versus a Typical Resale home with a HERS of 130. Based on standard operating condition. Promulgated by the residential Energy Services Network (RESNET).

Don't ForecloseCall Mark

(303)919-6310I will buy your house.

IMMEDIATEDEBT RELIEF! Stuck w/a houseyou can't afford

or no longer want? We take over pmts/by cashor terms - Foreclosure OK

720-550-9604

Golden 1 bed 1 bath unfurnapartment. Pets OK. $1235

short term lease. Avail Dec. 8.Quiet. Near I70 & 6th Ave.

(303) 918-4945.

Colorado Statewide Classified Advertising Network

To place a 25-word COSCAN Network ad in 84 Colorado newspapers for only $250, contact your local newspaper or call SYNC2 Media at 303-571-5117.

GUN SHOWNOVEMBER 22-23SAT. 9-5 & SUN. 9-4COLORADO SPRINGSFREEDOM FINANCIALSERVICES EXPO CENTER(3650 N NEVADA)BUY-SELL-TRADEINFO: (563) 927-8176

SYNC2 MEDIA

SPORTING GOODS

HELP WANTED - DRIVERS MISCELLANEOUS

LAND FOR SALE

Buy a 25-word statewide classified line ad in newspapers across the state of Colorado for just $250 per week. Ask about our Frequency Discounts. Contact this newspaper or SYNC2 Media, 303-571-5117.

SAWMILLS from only $4397.00- MAKE & SAVE MONEY with your ownbandmill- Cut lumber anydimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info/DVD:www.NorwoodSawmills.com 1-800-578-1363 Ext. 300N

SELLER LIQUIDATION5 acres with pond (was $94,900), NOW $24,900.Tel/elec.Year round road.10 minutes Nat’l Forest.90% financing available.Call (877) 798-6980 ext. 35.

Indian Creek ExpressHIRING Local, OTR, O/O DRIVERSClass-A CDL - 2 yrs Exp. REQ.Pay $53-65K/yr, Per diem,Benefits, Practical Miles,No Touch, Paid/Home weekly,877-273-3582

25 DRIVER TRAINEESNEEDED! Learn to drive for May Trucking at US Truck.Earn $750 per week!CDL & Job Ready in 3 weeks!1-800-809-2141.

Help Wanted

THE START OF SOMETHING GREAT

Kohl’s, one of the fastest-growingretailers in the nation, is looking forfriendly people to join our team.The following positions are avail-able at our Lone Tree, Aurora,Parker and Castle Rock stores:

Part-time Seasonal Positions

Positions require flexible scheduleincluding weekend availability.

As an associate, you can expectcompetitive compensation and

immediate merchandise discounts.With Kohl’s, you’ll be in great com-pany! Apply in person at our LoneTree store, 8660 S. QuebecStreet, our Aurora store, 6584 S.Parker Road, our Parker store,11485 S. 20th Mile Road and ourCastle Rock store, 4800 Mile-stone Road or Kohlscareers.com.

EOE – A Drug Screening Co.

Help Wanted

Caregivers to provide in-homecare to senior citizens who need

assistance with activities ofdaily living.

Call Today 303-736-6688www.visitingangels.com

/employment

FULL-TIME, BENEFITEDMechanic II

Salary: $45,000 - $57,604 per yearCloses: 12/1/14

Equipment Operator II –Wastewater Treatment Facility

Salary: $45,000 - $57,604 per year

Submit City of Westminster onlineapplications thru

8:30 a.m. on close datehttp://www.cityofwestminster.us/jobs

EOE

Help Wanted

GAIN 130 LBS!Savio House needs foster

parents to provide temporary carefor troubled teens ages 12-18.Training, 24 hour support and$1900/month provided. Must

complete precertification trainingand pass a criminal and motor

vehicle background check.Call Michelle 303-225-4073

or visit saviohouse.org.

Janitorial Help WantedPart Time EveningsCastle Rock Area

Drug and BackgroundCheck Required

Please Call 719-544-07069am-11:30 For Interview

LEGITIMATE WORKAT HOME

No Sales, no Investment, No Risk,Free training, Free website. Con-tact Susan at 303-646-4171 or fillout form at www.wisechoice4u.com

Help Wanted

Local company is looking for drivers to transport railroadcrews up to a 200 mile radiusfrom Denver. Must live within 20minutes of Coors Field & 31st

railroad yard, be 21 or older, andpre-employment drug screen

required. A company vehicle isprovided, paid training, and

benefits available. No special license needed. Compensation is$10.00 per hour. Apply at

www.renzenberger.com

Looking for Home-Care Provider inThornton, Spanish Speaking, 42Hours/Weekly. Background checkrequired. Pay $9.00-$10.00/ hour.Also looking for providers in allDenver/Metro.303-399-0286.

Pediatric practice in Castle Rockseeking RN to work 2-3 days in-cluding some Saturday mornings.Experienced preferred. Must beflexible. Fax resume to

303-688-1371 Attention: Cindy.





16

PRICES GOOD THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2014

Are youready for

WINTER DRIVING?

CHAINS They take the work and frustration out of using tire chains. They go on and off quickly and fit right to provide excellent traction during tough winter driving conditions.

QUICK FIT ™

DIAMONDSNAP LOCK

CABLE CHAIN

PASSENGER CHAIN RETURN PROGRAM: If you don’t use your passenger car chains, return them for a full refund after the last legal date for studded tires. (Does not apply to the Quick Trak traction device)

DIAMOND

http://tinyurl.com/kazfhkm

SEE HOW TO INSTALL

YOUR NEW TIRE

CHAINS AT:

AN ECONOMICAL CHOICE!

3999

7055

8999

10872

GREAT BUY!

STUDDABLE TRACTION

TERRAMAX H/T

LIGHT TRUCK & SUV TRACTION

STARTING AT

STARTING AT

STARTING AT

STARTING AT

P155/80R-13

175/65TR-14XL

P235/75R-15

215/70SR-16

Low Cost All Season Design

Pinned for StudsQuality traction radials that offer factory siping and are pinned for studs.

Great traction in harsh weather and road conditions.

Low Cost All Season Tread

Pinned for StudsStuddable SUV/Light Truck tires designed for

excellent traction on snow and ice.

Tread design may vary. Your size in stock. Call for size & price.

Your size in stock. Call for size & price.

Tread design may vary. Your size in stock. Call for size & price.

Your size in stock. Call for size & price.

Whatever the road throws at you, from potholes to nails–any road hazard, our FREE GUARANTEE protects you

WITH EVERY PASSENGER & LIGHT TRUCK TIRE PURCHASEPeace of Mind Tire Protection

Whatever the road throws at you, from potholes to nails–any road hazard, our FREE GUARANTEE protects you

Peace of Mind Tire ProtecWITH EVERY PASSENGER & LIGHT TRUCK TIRE PURCHASE

Lifetime Tire & Mileage CareWhatever the road throws at you, from potholes to nails–any road hazard, our FREE GUARANTEE protects you

Lifetime Tire & Mileage

10 COLORADO LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU!PARKER

11265 S Pikes Peak Dr303-840-0420

LITTLETON13331 W Bowles Ave

303-798-4071

CENTENNIAL15787 E. Arapahoe Rd

720-870-3201

HIGHLANDS RANCH945 Sgt Jon Stiles Dr

303-471-1512

THORNTON800 E. 88th Ave.

303-288-9053

AURORA3430 N.Tower Rd303-371-0666

DENVER2001 Federal Blvd

303-455-9424

COMMERCE CITY10489 Chambers Rd

303-287-4159

LAKESIDE • 5871 W 44TH AVE • 303-477-4336 NOW OPEN LONGMONT • 633 S EMERY ST. • 303-485-2345

Visit LesSchwab.com for more information!

C-470 � nancing plan almost done State’s transportation commission to make � nal funding call Sta� report

Colorado’s High Performance

Transportation Enterprise board of directors has recommended that the C-470 expansion project — to add lanes between I-25 and Kipling in both directions — be a publicly funded, design-build project.

The board’s recommendation, made on Nov. 19, now moves on to the state’s transportation commis-sion for consideration.

“HPTE completed an analy-sis on how to fi nance and deliver the C-470 project, including both a public-private partnership (P3) and design-build public funding approach,” HPTE board chairman Tim Gagen said in a news release.

“Our analysis shows that due to the limited size and scope of the C-470 project, the state does not appear to receive any additional value in using a P3. … (The) public funding delivery model provide(s) the best value for taxpayers on this project.”

The C-470 tolled express lanes project is being done to address safety improvements, severe con-gestion and prepare for future growth in the corridor. The project will add tolled express lanes in each direction and rebuild various on-ramps along C-470 between I-25 westward to approximately Kipling Parkway. The tolled express lanes will be priced to provide a reliable travel time and will be in addition to the existing four general-pur-pose lanes that will require no user fees.

The state’s transportation com-mission charged HPTE to explore fi nancing and delivery options that included public-private partner-ship and design-build public fund-ing for the C-470 project. HPTE’s

fi nancial analysis is applied on a case-by-case basis to key Colorado projects with a signifi cant funding gap, and where there are opportu-nities to accelerate project time-lines, get more value for taxpayer dollars, and possibly include long-term maintenance obligations.

The C-470 project is estimated to cost $230 million. CDOT has identifi ed $112 million in local, state and federal funding, leaving a funding gap of $118 million to be funded by toll revenue bonds and other sources. HPTE will issue the toll revenue bonds, and all future toll revenues will be allocated to maintenance and improvements to the C-470 corridor.

“We appreciate the collabora-tion and level of engagement that CDOT and HPTE conducted with stakeholders as part of their analy-sis on this project, which is so im-portant to the vitality of the local area and the metro region,” said Centennial Mayor Cathy Noon, who chairs the C-470 Corridor Co-alition’s Policy Committee.

As part of the analysis, CDOT and the HPTE conducted tele-phone town halls and town hall meetings in various communities in the C-470 corridor in August and September. Project fact sheets, handouts and answers to frequent-ly asked questions from those com-munity events can be accessed at www.coloradohpte.com.

Preliminary schedules have construction for the C-470 im-provements beginning in the sum-mer of 2016, with construction mostly complete by December 2017.

The HPTE operates as a govern-ment-owned, independent busi-ness within CDOT. It searches out innovative ways to fi nance projects to help Colorado fulfi ll its com-mitment to increase travel choices through options that include ex-press lanes, transit, biking, walking and carpooling.

Man sentenced to life for mom’s murder Ari Liggett `knew right from wrong,’ district attorney says By Christy Steadman [email protected]

Livia Liggett said her brother was defi nitely guilty.

Defi nitely sane — but defi nitely extremely mentally ill.

Ari Misha Liggett, 26, was sentenced Nov. 14 to life in prison without the possi-bility of parole for the 2012 murder of his mother.

“I don’t think anybody could ever imagine that their own family member

would be capable of such a thing,” Livia Liggett said. “There were times when I was worried, when my mom was very worried, but I never thought that he would be capable of committing a crime like

this.”Ari Liggett, of Centennial, was

arrested Oct. 17, 2012, after law enforcement found the dismem-bered corpse of Beverly Liggett, 56, in the back of his gold Honda CRV. Autopsy reports reveal that Beverly Liggett died of cyanide poisoning.

He told police he did not kill his mother, but did hope to hide the body so he could use her credit cards, calling on “two friends from jail to help get rid of the problem,” police reports state.

Ari Liggett believed if no one knew his mother was dead, he could spend her money, investiga-tors say.

Livia Liggett said she observed symptoms of her brother’s mental illness getting worse in September 2012. She said certain behaviors, like standing and staring at a wall for hours, occurred regardless of whether he was on his medication.

“For as long as I can remember, my family has moved heaven and earth to try and get him help,” she said.

But nothing helped Ari, she tes-tifi ed Oct. 29.

Although evidence proved the instability of Liggett’s mental con-dition, a court-ordered compe-tency exam conducted in February 2013 deemed Liggett competent to stand trial. At sentencing, the pros-ecution told the judge that Liggett “knew right from wrong,” specifi -cally evident in his efforts to con-ceal the crime.

“Ari Liggett knew right from wrong and he chose wrong. This jury found justice for the fam-ily and friends of Beverly Liggett,” District Attorney George Brauchler said after the sentencing. “His de-cision to end his mother’s life has now deprived him of freedom for the duration of his own.”

A jury found Ari Liggett guilty of fi rst-degree murder after delib-eration on Nov. 10, after a trial that lasted nearly three weeks.

“This particular case was noth-ing short of a tragedy, all the way around,” said 18th Judicial District Judge Michelle Amico, who hand-ed down the sentence. “The stress and strain of dealing with a family member with mental illness took its toll on this family.”

Liggett

Livia Liggett, the sister of Ari Liggett,

a man who will serve a life sentence

for the murder of his mother, issues

a statement to the press after her

brother’s sentencing hearing on Nov. 14. “My brother is de� -

nitely guilty,” she said, and added that despite his struggles with mental illness,

he was “de� nitely sane.” Photo by

Christy Steadman

drew a $500 card. Schloff cried when she saw the amount. Jones screamed, then grabbed LL Bean’s vice president of stores Greg Elder up in a hug. Schl-off planned to start her retail excursion with some LL Bean Wicked Good slip-pers. Jones was too overwhelmed to ponder her purchases.

Denver’s Gerald Gould, who also drew a $500 card, was calmer.

“I guess we’re going on a shopping spree,” he said.

Dozens of those who waited in line wore L.L. Bean down jackets. They ate cookies and drank coffee offered by

L.L. Bean staff, and high-fived L.L., the store’s brown bear mascot.

“I’m from Maine so I had to come,” said Vicki Duffy of Colorado Springs. “I’ve been out here 10 years, just wait-ing for L.L. Bean. I love the quality of the products and the lifelong guarantee.”

“We were hoping we’d be one of the first 200,” said Leann Hampton, of Littleton, looking at the winding line of people ahead of her. “But we obviously are not. It’s still fun.”

Robinson’s overnight vigil may not have been entirely in vain. Company representatives suggested she might be leaving with more than a $10 gift card.

“We take care of our first in line,” said Ken Kacere, L.L. Bean’s senior vice president of retail.

The store is on the mall’s east side in the former site of the Grand Lux Café.


17

P.O. Box 9 | 444 Main Street | Black Hawk, CO 80422 | 303.582.1000monarchblackhawk.com |

Bet with your head not over it. Gambling problem? Call 800.522.4700

You bet it’s fun.

Discover Black Hawk’s premierdining experience.

The Buffet features nightly Whole

Maine Lobster, Crab and USDA Prime

Rib alongside an array of buffet favorites.

Plus don’t miss a Champagne &

Mimosa Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays.

The Buffet is the talk of the town!

Starting at $18.99*, Monday – Thursday

*Price shown at Club Monarch member price. Visit Guest Services for details. Management reserves all rights. One lobster per person. Additional lobsters may be purchased for $9.99 each.

Mimosa Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays.

NIGHTLY

Planned charter school loses hoped-for siteJohn Adams now plans for 2016 opening, resumes location searchBy Jane [email protected]

John Adams High School is going back to the drawing board in its search for a site. An effort to buy the former Denver Christian School campus in Highlands Ranch was not successful.

That almost certainly eliminates the hope the proposed school could open in 2015, and moves the planned first day of classes back a year.

“Now that we don’t have Denver Chris-tian School anymore, that puts us in the 2016 cycle,” board president Matthew Krol said. “We’re disappointed we can’t be opening in August of 2015 like we had hoped to be. We have so many people waiting.

“But this now gives us time to get ready and prepared for 2016.”

The school so far has received about 1,700 intent-to-enroll forms.

The idea for a charter high school first was proposed by Jason Sanders, founder of the K-8 Ben Franklin Academy in Highlands Ranch.

Only two of the Douglas County School District’s 12 charter schools offer high school classes, and Sanders felt the thousands of chil-dren who attend elementary charters needed a similar educational experience in high school.

John Adams’ emphasis would differ from that of DCSD’s traditional public high schools, with the aim of ensuring every student is ac-cepted to at least one four-year college or uni-versity.

“Our goal is to take the education chil-dren are learning from different charter schools and have an overall rigorous cur-riculum that prepares them for college,” Krol said.

Sanders is the board’s vice president. Former DCSD board president and Uni-versity of Colorado regent-elect John Car-son also is on the board.

The charter high school likely will open with about 500 freshmen and soph-omores, and eventually would accommo-date a total of 1,500 students.

“I think, for example, some of the work this district has done in areas of teacher com-pensation are things that could be shared at a conference,” DeLay said.

He also mentioned the association’s sup-port of DCSD in its voucher lawsuit, set for oral arguments Dec. 10 in the state’s highest court.

“We have not completely forgotten about you over the years,” DeLay said. “We did weigh in on your case that’s pending before the Col-

orado Supreme Court.”In August, CASB filed a brief supporting

DCSD based on its belief in local control for boards of education.

Richardson thanked DeLay for the brief, saying it renewed his interest in membership.

Silverthorn suggested a trial partnership that wouldn’t require full CASB membership, but DeLay said the association bylaws don’t provide for such an arrangement.

Board president Kevin Larsen suggested DCSD rejoin on a trial basis.

“I think we can join for this year,” he said. “I certainly would like to see us give this a try, especially with the number of endeavors that are coming this session.”

Reynolds and Silverthorn remain skeptical.“I’m not real clear on how it’s going to ben-

efit us, but we’ll see,” Reynolds said. “It’s not clear to me that our interests and CASB’s in-terests align enough of the time.”

But because DCSD is joining in the middle of a membership year, “We’ll have six months to find out and decide if we want to rejoin again,” Reynolds said. “This is a trial period, to learn more about what they do and what they offer. We’ll see how it goes.”

Both women previously cited CASB min-utes that showed the organization has a bud-get shortfall and would use DCSD’s $24,000 membership fee to help fill that financial hole.

Silverthorn said she’d hoped the associa-

tion would at least pro-rate its membership fees to reflect the district’s mid-year member-ship, “but they’re evidently not going to.”

“We’re in it now, so I’m going to be looking forward to seeing how it works out. I’ll certain-ly be keeping tabs on it.”

DCSD was one of only four of the state’s 178 that do not belong to the association. The oth-er three non-members are “very small, very rural and very poor,” DeLay told the board.

Established in 1940, the state association describes itself as an advocate for boards of education that provides services and training to support school board members. It also lob-bies the state Legislature on issues important to school boards.


DCSD


L.L. Bean

LEFT: Aurora’s Teri Robinson, with granddaughter Lila Grace, is greeted by LL Bean store manager Sean Belle. She was the �rst shopper to enter the new Park Meadows’ store on its Nov. 21 grand opening. RIGHT: Lone Tree Mayor Jim Gunning gets a warm welcome from LL, the LL Bean mascot, during the Nov. 20 preview event at the Park Meadows’ store. Photos by Jane Reuter


18-Life

LIFES O U T H M E T R O

Parker continues on Page 22

KBCO disc is tradition for holidays

Radio station 97.3 KBCO will give Colora-do 18 more reasons to love KBCO Studio C on Dec. 6 with the release of its annual charity CD featuring 18 songs recorded live on the air from the Denver/Boulder radio station’s performance studio. Each year, 97.3 KBCO compiles a select few of these recordings on the annual KBCO Studio C CD release.

The limited-edition CD will be available beginning at 8 a.m. Dec. 6 at all Colorado Whole Foods Market locations. There will be a limit of two CDs per person and the collection will be sold for $12. Traditionally the annual CD release sells out in about one day, with eager KBCO Studio C fans lining up before sunrise.

Proceeds from the sale of the KBCO Studio C Volume 26 CD will benefit the Food Bank of the Rockies and Boulder County AIDS Project.

Holiday box o�ce opensFor the first time, the Denver Center for the

Performing Arts is opening a holiday box of-fice in an off-premises storefront on First Av-enue between Detroit and Clayton streets in Cherry Creek North.

The temporary Cherry Creek pop-up store will do much more than sell tickets and gift certificates (with all handling fees waived). There will be a stage for free performances, free activities for kids and information about the wide variety of activities offered.

The 4,000-square-foot space opened Nov. 21 and runs through Dec. 23.

“We want to reinforce the idea that there are great things happening at the DCPA every day,” said Creative Director Rob Silk.

DIA lifting spiritsDenver-based airport concessionaire Mis-

sion Yogurt Inc. launched its new #LiftYour-Spirits complimentary wine, beer and spir-its tasting series from Nov. 19 at Timberline Steaks & Grille in Denver International Airport Concourse C.

The tastings, the first and third Wednes-days of every month, will continue with Palisade-based Contreras Wines on Dec. 3; Denver-based Mile High Spirits on Dec. 17; and Denver-based Infinite Monkey Theorem sparkling wines in celebration of New Year’s Eve on Dec. 31.

“Travel can be a stressful experience, es-pecially around the holidays,” said Mission Yogurt Inc. president and owner Rod Tafoya. “We hope that Mission’s new #LiftYourSpirits series will help travelers relax and enjoy their travel a little more. Offering travelers a pleas-ant food and beverage experience in an ap-pealing environment has always been at the core of our mission as a company. This is just one more way we can accomplish that goal.”

Co�ee company expandsEspresso Americano, a Honduras-based

coffee company, opened its first U.S. location Nov. 17 at the Village Plaza Shopping Center in Greenwood Village. An international coffee concept with 165 company-owned stores in Honduras, Panama, Costa Rica and Nicara-gua, Espresso Americano’s newest store, at 5322 DTC Blvd., No. 200, will be the first of five locations to open across Denver in the com-ing months and the company’s first foray into the United States.

The new space is 1,550 square feet with about 50 indoor and outdoor seats, includ-ing a community table for business meetings, seating at the bar and lounge seating. Stan-dard hours of operation are 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Friday; 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Show puts collage togetherCenter for Visual Arts o�ers varied exhibitionBy Sonya [email protected]

While the art of collage can be traced back to ancient civilizations, it has been associated most strongly with 20th-century modernists, such as Braque and Picasso, and continues to interest today’s artists nationally and internationally. The National Collage Society advances the stature of collage as a major art medium.

Metropolitan State University’s Cen-ter for Visual Art, located in the Santa Fe Art District, offers a new exhibition of collage and assemblage by 91 art-ists, local and national, called “Greater Than the Sum: National Collage Society Exhibition.” It runs through Jan. 24 at the contemporary MSU gallery.

Works displayed were chosen in a competition that drew 393 entries from five different countries: the United States, Croatia, Italy, Hungary and Can-ada. The jurors were Janice McDonald, collage artist and director of Denver’s Spark Gallery, Marilee Salvator, associ-ate professor of art at MSU Denver, and Cecily Tyson, CVA creative director.

The exhibition judge is Pavel Zoubok, who owns a New York gallery and is founder and director of the non-profit arts organization, International Collage Center.

A catalog published by the NCS will be available for $10.

In the Emerging Artist Gallery is Ah-Sem-Blahj, an exhibition of assem-blage and collage work by Denver art-ists, many of whom are MSU students. It was organized by student curators.

Related events:• Dec. 5, 6-7 p.m., hands-on collage

workshop with Marilee Salvator.• Dec. 12, 6-7 p.m., Ah-Sem-Blahj

panel discussion: “Artist Inspiration and Resources.”

“Sodapoprocks” by Joe Castro, is a cut paper collage, 2014. It appears in “Greater Than The Sum” at Metropolitan State University’s Center for Visual Arts. Courtesy photos

“Breakout” by Carol Staub, 2013, is a mixed media collage that is featured in “Greater than the Sum.” “Quiet” by Laura Lein-Spencer, 2014, is a collage that appears in “Greater than the Sum.”

IF YOU GO“Greater Than the Sum” runs at the Center for Visual Art, 965 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, through Jan. 24. Admission is free. For more information: 303-294-5207, MetroStateCVA.org.


19

LVELVE

Cool & Confidentwith

Introducing CoolSculpting— the FDA-cleared, non-invasive fat reduction

treatment that targets the stubborn bumps and bulges that resist diet and exercise.

CoolSculpting is safe, effective, and can achieve results you’ll love to show off.

no needles. no surgery. no downtime.

photos courtesy of edward becker, md

BEFORE AFTER

Receive at least

$200 Off(three or more treatments)

Schedule your free consultation! 888.860.5712

MOD

EL

Special offer valid until 11.29.14, and cannot be combined with other offers. Individual results may vary. Other restrictions apply.

www.m-pulse.comThe Smart Choicemodern medspa

Mpulse_11.20.14_CCM South Central_CoolSculpting.pdf 1 11/14/14 1:33 PM

‘Songs of Angels’ is holiday happening The Fine Arts Series at Littleton United

Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura St., Little-ton, will present the Chancel Choir and guest artists the Boulder Brass in “Songs of Angels” at 7 p.m. Dec. 7. The holiday service will open with carol singing and the centerpiece will be a performance of Rutter’s “Gloria.” Other works for voice and brass ensemble will fi ll out the evening. Admission is free. little-tonumc.org, 303-794-6379.

Gift books for saleFriends of the Arapahoe Library District

will hold a “Better Book Bonanza” from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Southglenn Library, 6972 S. Vine St., in the Streets at Southglenn. The selection of gift-quality books will be priced from $5 to $350 and will include nonfi ction, fi ction, children’s pop-ups and more. The Friends group supports library projects with proceeds. To date, the Friends have granted more than $120,000 to the library district. 303-LIBRARY.

‘Holiday Express’ in townThe Depot Art Gallery at 2069 W. Powers

Ave. announces that the “Holiday Express” has arrived, fi lling the depot with gift items

created by artists: original artwork, one-of-a-kind crafts. Gallery hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays. 303-795-0781.

Two exhibits at galleryElements 5280 gallery presents two

holiday shows through Dec. 21. “A Night on the Town” features watercolor, pastel and casein paintings by Dennis Pendleton, Jeff Phillips-Strain and George Rentz, presenting nighttime scenes. “Small Works for the Holi-days” offers paintings by Tanis Bula, Lorenzo Chavez, Paul Foster, Carol Jenkins, Peggy Judy, Leon Loughridge, Peggy McGivern, Desmond O’ Hagen, Jean Perry, Lee Reedy, Lora Witt and guest artists Susan McCullough

and Victoria Ekelund. The gallery is at 5940 S. Holly St., Greenwood Village, 303-804-5280, elements5280.com.

Lone Tree concertThe Lone Tree Symphony will present

“Let It Glow” at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 5 and again at 2 p.m. Dec. 6 at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. Included: selections from “The Nutcracker” and songs from “Frozen.” Santa will appear with small gifts for the children attending. Jacinda Bou-ton of Lone Tree is the orchestra’s conductor. Tickets: $12 to $17 adults; $7 children (plus a $3 handling fee). lonetreeartscenter.org, 720-509-1000.

Candlelight walk setThe 31st Annual Candlelight Walk and

Tree Lighting will fi ll downtown Littleton with families on the day after Thanksgiving. Visitors will greet Santa and follow him to the west end of Main Street, where he and a child will light up the area by pulling a huge switch. Santa begins his trip at the courthouse at 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 28. Hot cider and music will be available after at Bega Park, Town Hall Arts Center and Bradford Auto Body. Toy dona-tions for the Arapahoe Santa Claus Shop

are encouraged, as are donations of non-perishable food for Inter-Faith Community Services. Free parking at Arapahoe Commu-nity College. 303-795-3863.

ACC Clay Club saleThe Arapahoe Community College Clay

Club hosts its annual Arapahoe Ceramic Guild Holiday Clay Sale at the Colorado Gal-lery of the Arts at ACC (Annex), 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Admission is free and an opening reception will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Dec. 4. Hours continue: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Dec. 5 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 6. Information: Marianne McKee, [email protected].

Free concertsThree free concerts will be hosted by the

Arapahoe Community College Music Depart-ment in December at the Waring Theater at ACC Main Campus, 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. All three begin at 7 p.m.:

• Dec. 2 — ACC String Orchestra, directed by Rene Knetsch

• Dec. 5 — ACC Jazz Ensemble, directed by Cecil Lewis

• Dec. 8 — ACC Choir, directed by Ron Kientz, and ACC Vocal Ensemble, directed by Mayumi Yotsumoto

The Boulder Brass will perform with the Littleton United Methodist Church Chancel Choir in the “Song of Angels” service at 7 p.m. on Dec. 7. This is a segment of the Fine Arts Series. Courtesy photo


20

At Applewood Plumbing Heating & Electric, we give $1,000 every month to a local charity or nonprofit nominated by YOU! We’ve contributed more than $95,000 over the past 9 years with our monthly

giveaway, and we’re still at it...making a difference where it matters most, close to home. Nominate your favorite local charity or nonprofit to win at

www.ApplewoodFixIt.com.

Learn more online at: castlerockseniorcenter.org

YOU COULD TOO!YOU COULD TOO!“ �e Castle Rock Senior Center is a community-gathering place

where seniors laugh, learn, �nd information and assistance

and focus on their complete health.”

Castle Rock Senior Center

Castle Rock Senior Center WON $1,000 WON $1,000

The South Metro Denver Small Business Development Center is partially funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration. The Support given by the U.S. Small Business Administration through such funding does not constitute an express or implied

endorsement of any of the co-sponsors' or participants' opinions products or services. The Colorado SBDC is a partnership between the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, the U.S. Small Business Administration,

Colorado's institutions of higher education, and local development organizations.

www.SmallBusinessDenver.com

Business Startup Assistance: New Classes

The South Metro Denver SBDC helps entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses

through low-cost workshops and free consulting

We now offer a specialized program for business start-ups

to help you start your business right!

“Successful Business Fundamentals” and

“Business Startup Basics”

Learn how to be successful in today’s business climate

Courses offered monthly

Visit our website to register

South Metro Denver SBDC 2154 E. Commons Ave, Suite 342

Centennial, CO 80122

Office: 303-795-0142 Fax: 303-795-7520

[email protected]

Boulder cast brings iconic musical alive`Fiddler’ makes for rewarding entertainment at dinner theaterBy Tom [email protected]

Cast members at BDT Stage in Boulder used voices, facial expressions and body language to amplify the hap-piness and sadness wrapped up in the familiar music and story that is “Fiddler on the Roof.”

Wayne Kennedy met the challenge of portraying Tevye with an infectious laugh when he was happy, a quiet voice that expressed more serious emotions, as well as a booming voice that echoed off the walls. His portrayal of the Jewish milkman was enhanced by the performances of the entire cast, from those with silent roles to Shelly Cox-Robie’s very vocal performance as Tevye’s wife Golde during the Nov. 20 performance.

The actors playing Tevye’s five daughters turned in ex-cellent performances, and Barb Reeves as Yente the match-maker was outstanding. Her accent and demeanor fit per-fectly with the expectations of a woman who felt her life’s mission was to provide men with brides they have never met.

In one scene, there was a dramatic appearance of a very tall ghost that brought gasps of surprise from many audi-ence members.

All the vocals were strong and the talented cast per-formed the often complicated and challenging dances with expertise.

The story line of the musical is very familiar. It is the story of Tevye and his five daughters, and their attempts to maintain the family and the Jewish religious traditions despite the impact of anti-Jewish actions by the czarist au-thorities.

Director Michael Duran noted in program comments that the presentation of “Fiddler on the Roof” is very spe-cial because it marks the 50th anniversary of the Broadway premiere in September 1964.

In the Nov. 20 performance, Kennedy seemed to enjoy playing the lead character. He waved his arms and stamped his feet to emphasize his joy, he used his booming voice to

yell his objections when it was called for, and his silent de-meanor was like an exclamation point to times of sadness.

Another plus was Kennedy’s talks with God. Each prayer was a simple one-on-one conversation between a believer and his creator who was a friend.

The traditional music helps strengthen the story of the struggles and changing times facing the villagers. The en-tire village participated in singing “Tradition”; Tevye did a solo when he asked God for a special blessing in “If I Were a Rich Man”; and the emotion was evident in the perfor-mance of “Sunrise, Sunset.”

“Fiddler on the Roof” is running through Feb. 28 at BDT Stage, the new name for the former Boulder’s Dinner The-atre. There are evening performances Wednesdays through Sundays plus matinee performances on Sundays.

For ticket prices or to make reservations call 303-449-6000 or go to bdtstage.com.

Wayne Kennedy portrays Tevye in the BDT Stage production of the musical “Fiddler on the Roof.” Pesentation of the musical honors the 50th anniversary of the Broadway premier in 1964. The musical is scheduled to run through February. Courtesy photo

`Nutcracker’ on stage around metro areaHoliday tradition on tap at several venuesBy Sonya [email protected]

For many families, especially households where dancers live and twirl, the music of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” means holidays are here. In the Denver metro area, young dancers learn to perform the classic ballet and their fami-lies enjoy performances. Dance lovers may choose to visit professional performances — which include some young dancers in the large companies.

A sampler of December performances includes:• Colorado Ballet’s “Nutcracker” runs Nov. 29 through

Dec. 27, with a large number of little academy dancers ro-tating through the 54th annual production. Included are some from the south area: Cathy Devoe and Mackenzie Iserman, Centennial; Clara Forster Hill and Emma Brizee, Englewood; Addison Whitney and Ashley Rice, Highlands Ranch. The elaborate traditional production, with full or-chestra, offers performances at 1 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on various days at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in the Denver Performing Arts Complex. Tickets cost $25 to $155. ColoradoBallet.org or 303-837-8888, ext. 2.

• Littleton Dance Academy and Littleton Youth Ballet performances will be Dec. 6 (2 and 7 p.m.) and 7 (noon and 4 p.m.) at Colorado Heights University Theatre, 3001 S. Federal Blvd., Denver. Tickets: Reserved seating $16-$33 advance ($1 more at the door). 303-794-6694, littletony-outhballet.org.

• Ballet Ariel has moved its expanded annual production to the Lakewood Cultural Center this year, 470 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood. Performances will be at 2 p.m. Dec. 13, 14, 20, 21 and 7 p.m. Dec. 13, 19, 20. Tickets: $25-$35 with senior and student discounts, lakewood.org, 303-987-7845.

• Moscow Ballet’s “Great Russian Nutcracker” touring troupe, with some local dancers, will perform at the Para-mount Theatre on the 16th Street Mall in Denver at 7 p.m. Dec. 12 and 1 and 5 p.m. Dec. 13. Tickets start at $25: altitu-detickets.com, 303-893-TIXS.

• The Classical Ballet of Colorado will perform “The Nutcracker” at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree Dec. 12 and Dec. 13. Tickets cost $28-$41, lone-treeartscenter.org, 720-509-1000.

• Parker Arts presents “Parker Nutcracker” Dec. 18 to 21 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. Perfor-mances: 7 p.m. Dec. 18, 19, 20, 21; 2 p.m. Dec. 20, 21. Tick-ets: $20-$25, 303-805-6800, parkeronline.org.

Snow�akes on stage: Artists of the Colorado Ballet perform in “The Nutcracker.” Photo by Michael Watson


21

client: Charles Schwabdescription: Lone Treejob #: MWD78160-11Schwab #: ADP82774-00 (11/14) compliance #: 0414-2416

due date: 11.21.14insertion date: production: Barbara Sigsbury

SPECS

5.04” x 8.5”CMYK (PMS299~85-19-0-0)

Colorado Community Media

[email protected]

Ready to be the boss of your financial future?

Our new branch is ready for you.

We’re here to help you take

ownership of your financial life

with actionable insights and

personalized service. To learn

more, stop by our new Lone Tree

branch, visit Schwab.com, or call

(720) 895-3416.

©2014 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC.MWD78160-11 (0414-2416) ADP82774-00 (11/14)

Brian Folkerts, CFP® Branch Manager

Lone Tree Branch 9899 Schwab Way Suite 100Lone Tree, CO 80124 (720) 895-3416

O P E N N I G H T L Y | 5 : 3 0 - 9 P. M .

C-470 & WADSWORTH BLVD.November 28-30

December 5 – January 1

SUPPORTING SPONSORSASSOCIATE SPONSOR

For more information go to www.botanicgardens.org

Arts lead the way Study shows gains in economic impact By Clarke Reader [email protected]

Arts and cultural organizations do more than teach people about the world around them — they grow the economies of local communities.

That’s according to a recently released two-year study of 300 arts organizations in a seven-county metro area.

The Colorado Business Committee for the Arts (CBCA) released its biennial Economic Activity Study of Metro Denver Culture on Nov. 7, which demonstrates the enormous fi -nancial and social impact exhibited by organi-zations funded by the Scientifi c and Cultural Facilities District.

The seven counties that receive those funds are Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder Broom-fi eld, Denver, Douglas and Jefferson.

“The numbers are great and confi rms what we ‘culturals’ have always known about the impacts the arts have,” said Cheryl McNab, director of Littleton’s Town Hall Arts Center. “The SCFD is a great bang for a taxpayer’s buck and produces some amazing things.”

The SCFD distributes funds from a one-tenth of 1 percent sales and use tax to cultural facilities throughout the Denver metro area. The funds support cultural organizations whose purpose is to advance and preserve art, culture and science.

The study — conducted since 1992 — gives results taken from the 2013 calendar year and represents data gathered from about 300 or-ganizations in the seven counties.

The numbers paint a vivid picture of just how much arts contribute to the economy.

According to the study, the combination of operating expenses, audience spending and capital expenditures totaled $1.85 billion in 2013 up 5.1 percent from 2011, and new mon-ey injected to the economy came to $520.8 million. That number is down only down 1.2 percent from 2011, when the state was still deep in the throes of an economic downturn.

“The study results allow us to talk about what we can do as organizations in economic terms,” said Philip Sneed, executive director of the Arvada Center. “It’s easy for some people to think of the arts as a luxury item, but we’re job creators who provide real jobs for real people.”

The jobs and payroll numbers showed signifi cant increases with cultural and scien-tifi c organizations employing 10,205 people, up 9.1 percent from 2011. The organizations earned $150.7 million in payroll and expenses in 2013, a 4 percent increase.

One of the most startling numbers is the number of volunteers who helped out organi-zations throughout the metro area: 44,438 vol-unteers contributed 1.77 million hours. That is the equivalent of 851 full-time employees and more than $44 million in donated time.

“We have around 300 volunteers at the Ar-vada Center and they do all kinds of things — the biggest is ushering at our performances, but they also do tours and help with school groups,” Sneed said. “We count on them for everything we do.”

Colorado saw the number of out-of-state tourists participating in local arts and culture events increase by 17 percent from 2011 an in-crease doesn’t only benefi t arts organizations.

“We have many people who go to restau-rants and other businesses while they’re out for us,” said Susan Martin, Lakewood Cultural Center administrator. “And out of town per-formers stay in local hotels.”

McNab, in Littleton, noted downtown

Littleton businesses near the Town Hall Arts Center are major benefactors of having a cul-tural center close by.

Looking to the future, the CBCA study fore-casts that arts benefi ts for the economy will only grow — by 2028 the organization projects $3.82 billion in economic activity and $989 million in economic impact. They also project 16,582 jobs by the same year.

These numbers give new and rising arts groups a goal to aim for as they continue to grow in their communities.

Lakewood’s 40 West Arts District “will qualify for the SCFD next year, and I think the study shows what the arts can do,” said Bill Marino, 40 West chair. “The whole state is see-ing the effects of the arts — they elevate the quality of life while improving the economy.”

The Arvada Center is one of the organizations included in a recent CBCA study on economic impacts of arts groups. Photo by Clarke Reader

AT A GLANCE THE CBCA released its biennial report on the arts and economy — the last report was in 2011:

TOTAL ECONOMIC activity: $1.85 billion in 2013, up 5.1 percent

TOTAL ECONOMIC impact: $520.8 million, down only 1.2 percent

JOBS AND payroll: 10,205 workers, up 9 percent; $150.7 million in payroll and expenses in up 4 percent

VOLUNTEERS: 44,438 volunteers contributed 1.77 million hours — the equivalent of 851 full-time employees and more than $44 million in donated time

CORPORATE GIVING: $10.4 million, up 8.4 percent

CULTURAL TOURISTS: Up 17 percent

PROJECTED FOR 2028

TOTAL ECONOMIC activity: $3.82 billion

TOTAL ECONOMIC impact: $989 million

JOBS AND payroll: 16,582 jobs


22

For more info visitfo visitf : wwwwwwww .w.w clothesmentor.r.rcom

CashSpot

on the

On Yosemite and Maximus, 1/2 mile from Parkmeadows 8872 Maximus Dr., Lone Tree, CO 80124 • 303-649-1369

Clothes Mentor is a Women’s Resale store for all women sizes 0-26, petites and maternity. Items we purchase should be clean and ready to wear. Current styles,

purchased within the past year or two. No appointment necessary.

Gift Cardwww.clothesmentor.com

Give them a gift Give them a gift

AAvailable in aAvailable in aA ny amount!See sales associate for details.for details.f

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE BRANDS• Paige• Miss Me• Hudson• 7 for All Mankindand many more...

• Michael Kors• Coach• Kate Spade• Louis Vuitton• Burberry• Anthropologie• Free People• Bananna Republic• Lululemon• Athleta• Ann Taylor• LOFT• White House Black Market

“As we sought a location for our entry into the U.S, we recognized that the Denver coffee drinker is sophisticated and appreciates the independent companies that offer an authen-tic experience,” said David Kubena, director of North America for Espresso Americano. “Although this is our fi rst store in the U.S., we have been in business for 80 years, our farm is still family-run and we grow 80 percent of our coffee, which we then roast ourselves.”

The coffee shop also will offer a limited food menu with everything made fresh. For breakfast, customers can choose from a vari-ety of breakfast burritos and quiche, while for lunch the selections will include several salads and homemade paninis. Fresh baked goods and dessert items will be available throughout the day as well.

Arvada holds holiday fairThe 35th Annual Holiday Craft and Gift

Fair Nov. 28 and 29 at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., is a handmade event with more than 150 vendors representing a wide array of one-of-a-kind gift items.

Items such as ceramic art, fi ber crafts in-cluding clothing, scarves, purses and mittens,

glassworks, wood crafts, hand-milled soaps, scents, lotions, and specialty food items in-cluding homemade jams and jellies, toffee and chocolates will be available at affordable prices. All artisans go through a jury process and have been selected based on the creative style and authentic wares.

Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 28 and 29.Tickets are $5 online at www.arvadacenter.

org or at the door. Patrons attending theater productions and Friends of the Center donors receive free admission. Please note: Due to space constraints, no strollers are permitted in the vendor areas. Parking is free.

More information: www.arvadacenter.org/galleries/35th-annual-holiday-craft-and-gift-fair-2014 or call 720-898-7200.

OverheardEavesdropping on a woman watching the

Broncos-Rams debacle: “I couldn’t fi nish my lunch. Broncos playing badly is good for my waistline.”

Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, busi-nesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for Blacktie-Colorado.com. You can subscribe and read her columns (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) at www.blacktie-colorado.com/pennyparker. She can be reached at [email protected] or at 303-619-5209.


Parker

CURTAIN TIME Naughty elf

“Santaland Diaries” by David Sedaris, adapted for stage by Joe Mantello, plays Nov. 28 to Dec. 24 at the Jones Theatre at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Matt Zambrano is Crumpet, the unhappy Macy’s elf. Performances: 3 and 7 p.m. Sundays; 7 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays; 8 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays. (For mature audiences.) Tickets start at $25, 800-641-1222, denveroffcenter.org.

Dickens classic“A Christmas Carol” by

Charles Dickens, adapted

by Richard Hellesen, plays through Dec. 28 at the Stage Theatre at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Tick-ets start at $49, 303-893-4100, denvercenter.org.

Commit to thisAs Christmas approaches,

Sam Peliczowski’s swanky restaurant is “Fully Com-mitted” and comedic actor Stephen Burge plays Sam, who handles reservations, plus 39 other characters in 90 minutes at the Aurora Fox, 9900 E. Colfax Ave., Aurora.

Performances: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays;

through Dec. 28. Tickets cost $28/$24: 303-739-1971, aurorafox.org.

Sack is back“Santa’s Big Red Sack”

plays Nov. 28 through Dec. 21 at the Avenue Theater, 417 E. 17th Ave., Denver.

Offers comic relief from saccharine holiday fare. (For mature audiences.) A series of sketches — some repeats, some new.

Performances: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays; 4 p.m. Sundays Dec. 14 and 21. Tickets: $26.50/$23.50: 303-321-5925, avenuetheater.com.

New approach brewing at symphony By Sonya Ellingboe [email protected]

The Colorado Symphony is increasing-ly inventive as it reaches out to connect with new audiences.

In partnership with Imbibe Denver, which develops events for craft brewers in the area, “Beethoven and Brews” was cre-ated.

An ensemble of musicians performs at a new, non-traditional venue, co-hosted by a local brewer. There are beer samples, light hors d’oeuvres and musical perfor-mances by Colorado Symphony musi-cians.

On Dec. 4, the event returns to the VFW Post #1 Gallery, at 841 Santa Fe Drive, in the Denver Arts District, co-sponsored by Renegade Brewery, which is located on Ninth Avenue in the museum arts district.

Guests are encouraged to wear “ugly” holiday sweaters, and sponsor Buffalo Ex-change will have sweaters from its sizable stock for loan for those who might like to model them in a photo booth


23

Sunday Worship8:00 & 10:45 a.m.

Sunday School Bible Study9:30am

Trinity Lutheran School & ELC(Ages 3-5, Grades K-8)

303-841-4660www.tlcas.org

Trinity Lutheran Church

& School

Sunday Worship8:00 AM Chapel Service

9:00 & 10:30 AM Sanctuary10:20 AM St. Andrew Wild�ower Sunday School 9:00 & 10:30 am

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

www.st-andrew-umc.com303-794-2683

Preschool: 303-794-05109203 S. University Blvd.

Highlands Ranch, 80126

Open and A�rming

Sunday 8:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m.

First Presbyterian Church of Littleton

1609 W. Littleton Blvd.(303) 798-1389 • www.fpcl.org

Parker Community Churchof Religious Science

303.805.9890

Sunday 10:00 a.m. at the historicRuth Memorial Chapel on Mainstreet

www.ParkerCCRS.org

Castle Rock/Franktown Castle Rock/Franktown

Highlands Ranch

Highlands Ranch

Littleton

Littleton Parker Parker

Lone TreeGreenwood Village

United Church Of ChristParker Hilltop

10926 E. Democrat Rd.Parker, CO • 10am Worshipwww.uccparkerhilltop.org

303-841-2808

Little Blessings Day Carewww.littleblessingspdo.com

First UnitedMethodist Church

1200 South StreetCastle Rock, CO 80104

303.688.3047www.fumccr.org

Services:Sunday 8am, 9:30am, 11am

Sunday School 9:15am

worship Time

Welcome Home!Weaving Truth

and Relevance into Relationships and Life

9:00am Spiritual Formation Classes for all Ages

90 east orchard roadlittleton, co

303 798 6387www.gracepointcc.us

10:30AM sundays

To advertise your place of worship in this section, call 303-566-4091

or email [email protected].

GR AC E PR E S B Y T E R IA N

303-798-8485

www.gracecolorado.comAlongside One Another On Life’s Journey

Sundays at10:00 am

Grace is on the NE Corner of SantaFe Dr. & Highlands Ranch Pkwy.

(Across from Murdochs)

You are invitedto worship with us:

SATURDAYSATURDAY5:30pm5:30pm

SUNDAY8:00 & 10:30am

Joyful Mission Preschool 303-841-37707051 East Parker Hills Ct. • Parker, CO

303-841-3739www.joylutheran-parker.orgwww.joylutheran-parker.org

Education Hour: Sunday 9:15am

S E R V I C E S :

Joy LutheranChurch

Sharing God’s Love

Parker evangelicalPresbyterian church

Connect – Grow – Serve

Sunday Worship8:45 am & 10:30 am

9030 MILLER ROADPARKER, CO 80138

3038412125www.pepc.org

Sunday Worship - 10:00amBible Study immediately followingThursday Bible Study - 7:30pm

Currently meeting at:Acres Green Elementary School

13524 Acres Green Drive303-688-9506

www.LoneTreeCoC.com

Lone TreeChurch of Christ

Serving the Southeast Denver areaCall or check our website for information on services and

social events!

www.cbsdenver.org303-794-6643

Congregation Beth Shalom

Serving the southeast Denver area

Christ’s Episcopal Church615 4th Street

Castle Rock, CO 80104303.688.5185

www.ChristsEpiscopalChurch.orgTWITTER: @CECCastleRock

Sunday Services8:00 a.m.

& 10:30 a.m.

WORSHIPSunday · 8:00 am & 10:30 am

SUNDAY SCHOOL9:15 am · for children and adults

PRESCHOOLServing the community ages

21/2 – 6 years

www.faithcrco.org303-688-3476

303 N Ridge Rd. • Castle Rock • CO

“Love, Learn, Laugh”

TRUST JESUS & WORSHIP!10:30amat CastleView HSw/Kids &Youth Min

mysummitchurch.com

Cowboy Churchwith Kevin WeatherbySundays 10 am

Calf’s Lowell Ranch • 2330 S. I-25 www.savethecowboy.com

Expository Teaching Through Books of the BibleFamilies worshipping togetherIron Horse Elementary School

20151 Tallman Dr. Parker 80138Sunday 10:00

TwentyMileBibleChurch.org

glassworks, wood crafts, hand-milled soaps, scents, lotions, and specialty food items in-cluding homemade jams and jellies, toffee and chocolates will be available at affordable prices. All artisans go through a jury process and have been selected based on the creative style and authentic wares.

Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 28 and 29.Tickets are $5 online at www.arvadacenter.

org or at the door. Patrons attending theater productions and Friends of the Center donors receive free admission. Please note: Due to space constraints, no strollers are permitted in the vendor areas. Parking is free.

More information: www.arvadacenter.org/galleries/35th-annual-holiday-craft-and-gift-fair-2014 or call 720-898-7200.

OverheardEavesdropping on a woman watching the

Broncos-Rams debacle: “I couldn’t fi nish my lunch. Broncos playing badly is good for my waistline.”

Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, busi-nesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for Blacktie-Colorado.com. You can subscribe and read her columns (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) at www.blacktie-colorado.com/pennyparker. She can be reached at [email protected] or at 303-619-5209.

Guests are encouraged to wear ugly Christmas sweaters to the Colorado Symphony’s Beethoven and Brews event on Dec. 4 at the VFW No. 1 Gallery in the Santa Fe Arts District. The Bu� alo Exchange, a sponsoring business, will have some loaners for folks to model in a photo booth. Photo by Alyssa Ellingboe

ABOUT BUFFALO EXCHANGEBuffalo Exchange, a sponsor for “Beethoven

and Brews,” has outlets in 17 states and focuses on stylish vintage and used clothing. Its young, savvy customers are exactly the demographic Colorado Symphony hopes to attract.

(The trendy ugly Christmas sweaters are a spe-cialty during the holidays — collected all year long by staff members and friends at thrift stores and sales.)

In Colorado, there are two Denver locations and another in Boulder.

The main Denver store is at 51 Broadway, at Irvington Place, where buying and shopping take place. The Annex, 226 E. 13th Ave., is a shopping-only outlet.

Call in advance at 303-866-0165 to see if the store is buying on a given day — and how it works if one is new to the store and interested in selling items (for cash or trade).

FOR MORE INFORMATION “Beethoven and Brews” will be from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4 at VFW Post #1 Gallery, 841 Santa Fe Drive in Denver’s Arts District. Tickets cost $40 advance/$45 day of event at the door and include four 4-ounce pours. Additional beverages and a Beethoven and Brews pint glass are available for purchase. A por-tion of each ticket price is tax-deductible: coloradosymphony.org/events/Beethoven-Brews.


24

Calendar of EventsFor a complete calendar of South Metro Denver

Chamber events and for more information,

visit our web site at www.bestchamber.com

or call 303-795-0142.

Tuesday, December 2

Mastering Business to Business Digital Marketing

7:30 – 9:00 am – South Metro Chamber’s WhippleWood

CPAs Conference Center

2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite 342, Centennial, CO

Thursday, December 4

Women in Business, December Speaker Series: Tommi

Wolfe The Startup Expert!

7:30 – 9:00 am – South Metro Chamber’s WhippleWood

CPAs Conference Center



Ribbon Cutting for Somnia Sleep Wellness

11:00 – 12:30 pm – Somnia Sleep Wellness near the

Vistas at Park Meadows

8401 Park Meadows Dr. Lone Tree, CO


New Member Orientation

4:00 – 5:00 pm, South Metro Denver Chamber


*Friday, December 5

REGISTER TODAY!

SMDC Economic Forecast Breakfast: Exploring & Shaping

Our Future

7:00 – 9:00 am – Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows

10345 Park Meadows Drive, Lone Tree, CO

$35 member/$75 non-member/$325 table of 10

Hundreds of Schomp Employees and Schomp fans gathered to celebrate the official groundbreaking of Schomp Auto’s new Mini Cooper and Honda dealerships in Highlands Ranch. �e dealerships will be located East of Schomp’s BMW location just off of Lucent Blvd in Highlands Ranch.

A�er the official groundbreaking, attendees gathered at Schomp’s BMW dealership lobby for champagne and appetizers. Visitors learned about the upcoming plans and new dealerships.

�e Mini dealership will be 53,358 – square –feet and have two showrooms, a client lounge and café, a service center similar to Schomp BMW’s. �e second floor will have a customer lounge and outdoor lounge area with a fireplace and John Cooper car display.

�e Honda dealership will have a ground-floor showroom with customer service and lounge center with a coffee bar and outdoor deck. �e new space will be in 95,158 square-foot new build.

�e relocation from Littleton to Highlands Ranch was prompted due to the growth of the dealerships.

For more information about Schomp Auto, please visit RalphSchomp.com

For more information about South Metro Denver Chamber membership and event opportunities, please visit www.bestchamber.com

Schomp Mini Cooper & Honda Dealership Ground Breaking

REGARDING SB-251 RESTRICTED LICENSES ISSUED IN COLORADO�is advisory is to inform the business

community about the new restricted licenses issued under SB-251 as of August 1, 2014 in Colorado. SB-251 is a law that went into effect but essentially bifurcated the types of licenses that would be issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Persons who are US citizens and perma-nent residents are eligible for unrestricted licenses; every other type of person will be required to obtain a “restricted” license under the new regulations and laws. �ose who are subject to the restricted license include persons who have temporary lawful pres-ence and those who have no lawful pres-ence. �ose with temporary lawful presence includes refugees, those who have received deferred action or DACA, pending adjust-ment applicants, non-immigrant workers, investors, professional athletes, and students.. �ose with no lawful presence are those with no current immigration status in the United States. �ose with restricted licenses have a black banner printed across their license

that says, “Not valid for federal identification, voting or public benefit purposes.” �e pur-pose for including both lawful and unlawful persons was to ensure that law enforcement would not selectively enforce criminal pro-ceedings against persons not lawfully present in United States. As such, employers will be seeing their non-permanent resident work-ers, who are here legally in Colorado, with a restricted license.

�e restricted license essentially means that the person cannot use that license for federal identification and benefit purposes. �is would include I-9 verification purposes as that process is a federal process. �ese persons must use alternative documenta-tion to satisfy I-9 requirements. However, the restricted license is a valid ID and under state statute, it complies with the Real ID Act. �e Real ID Act was passed in 2005 to ensure that states provided strict regulations as to how identification documents and driver licenses are issued in order to ensure integrity and security. As such, these licenses, though

restricted, are valid for other state identifica-tion purposes such as opening bank accounts and auto registration.

Employers must be very careful not to subject themselves to dis-crimination laws when scrutinizing restricted licenses for their non-permanent resident workers in the United States. If employers or other business vendors have questions about the implementation of a restricted driver license, please go to the Department of Motor Vehicles website page at https://www.colorado.gov/dmv

If employers are concerned about the I-9 verification of an employee with a restricted license, they should contact an immigration attorney for legal advice as soon as possible.

Development site. Guests gathered inside Schomp BMW to celebrate the groundbreaking

‘Anything Goes’ is holiday delightCole Porter classic on stage in LittletonBy Sonya [email protected]

“Anything Goes” is a floating farce — aboard a 1930s ocean liner, bound for England.

The overture sets the mood at Littleton’s Town Hall Arts Center as the live band ranges through a bouncy set of familiar Cole Porter tunes, then lights go up on a 1930s New York City bar where we get acquainted with Billy Crocker (Zach Stailey), Reno Sweeney (Norrell Moore) and wealthy, loyal Yale alum Elisha Whitney (Ed Hickock).

“I Get a Kick Out of You” is Reno’s first song, and we rec-ognized an experienced performer in Moore, who sings and dances her way through this show with warmth and skill.

The usually tipsy Whitney urges Reno to come to London with him, and Reno, who is interested in Crocker, Whitney’s less-than-efficient assistant, agrees. She appears with her four “Angels,” aka sexy backup singers.

Billy, who came to bid Whitney goodbye, discovers that a woman he loves from afar, Hope Harcourt (Allison Mueller), is coming on board with her rich British fiance, Lord Evelyn Oak-ley (a bright-eyed Robert Janzen) — and her ditzy mom.

Janzen’s custom of collecting American slang is an enter-taining extra bit, as is his solo, “The Gypsy in Me.”

Billy, thinking he might have a chance to woo Hope, stows away and soon gets acquainted with another stowaway, “Pub-lic Enemy Number 13,” Moonface Martin (the comical Mark Shonsey), who is disguised as a priest. Martin happens to have a passport for Scarface Johnson, “Public Enemy Number 1,” who somehow got left behind … and gives it to Billy.

If this sound like a farce, that’s because it is supposed to — and we continue through a delightful two hours of disguises, mistaken identities, romance and comedy, with Porter’s won-derful score, which is somewhat updated, as is the libretto,

from a 2011 Broadway revival.Particular compliments to costume designer Nikki Harri-

son, who found vintage dresses and accessories that add a re-ally fine look to the scenes.

Michael Duran’s set works smoothly.And, kudos to music director Donna Debreceni’s band,

which adds joy to the season.Veteran director Nick Sugar, in his ninth season at Town

Hall, is expert at pulling off these musicals with lots of dance numbers, so they look effortless. He called on Kelly Kates to be co-choreographer with him, and the tap numbers, a trade-mark feature of this show, really shine.

One can just sit and smile, feeling no stress, despite some complicated situations. This is a celebration of theater and musicals, altogether appropriate for a holiday treat.

IF YOU GO“Anything Goes,” by Cole Porter, plays through Dec. 28 at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Main St., Downtown Littleton. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fri-days, Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays and Saturdays; 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 14. Tickets cost $25-$44 at Town Hall’s box o�ce, 303-794-2787, ext. 5, towhallartscenter.org.

Cole Porter’s “Anything Goes” plays through December at Town Hall Arts Center in Littleton. Big tap numbers are a trademark. Courtesy photo


25-Calendar

Cole Porter’s “Anything Goes” plays through December at Town Hall Arts Center in Littleton. Big tap numbers are a trademark. Courtesy photo

THEATER/FILMMOVIE AT the Library

SEE THE story of one of Disney’s greatest villains, “Male� cent,” on the library’s big screen from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. A beautiful, pure-hearted young woman, Male� cent has an idyllic life grow-ing up in a peaceable forest kingdom, until one day when an invading army threatens the land. Male� cent rises to be the land’s � ercest protector, but she ultimately su� ers a ruthless betrayal, an act that begins to turn her pure heart to stone. She seeks revenge by placing a curse on the infant Aurora, but as the child grows, Male� cent realizes that Aurora may hold the key to peace and happiness. Enjoy free popcorn and lemonade at the showing. Call 303-795-3961.

MUSIC/CONCERTSJUDY COLLINS

JUDY COLLINS has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, and personal life triumphs. Her luminescent presence shines brightly as new generations bask in the glow of her iconic 50-album body of work, and heed inspiration from her spiritual discipline to thrive in the music industry for half a century. Performance is at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30, on the Main Stage at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St. Go to www.LoneTreeArtsCenter.org or call 720-509-1007.

COWBOY CHRISTMAS

COLORADO BROTHER band Sons and Brothers will take you to Colorado’s roots as a home for cowboys with a mix of holiday tunes and songs from country, Western, blue-grass, swing, rockabilly and gospel. Concert is at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, on the Main Stage at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St.

YOUTH ORCHESTRA Concert

DOUGLAS COUNTY Youth Orchestra presents its holiday concert, with music by Mozart, Mouret, Grieg, Dukas and a couple of holiday chestnuts, at 11:15 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at Christ’s Episcopal Church, 615 4th St., Castle Rock. Admission is free; donations are accepted. Go to www.DouglasCountyYouthOrchestra.org. Contact Rebecca Meining, 303-717-8391 or [email protected].

WINTER CONCERT

SWALLOW HILL Music Association presents its Winter Joy concert at 8 p.m. Satur-day, Dec. 6, in Tuft Theater, 71 E. Yale Ave., Denver. Tickets are available online at www.swallowhillmusic.org or by calling 303-777-1003 ext. 2.

SMITHTONIANS BELL Choir

THE SMITHTONIANS Handbell Choir will perform seasonal favorites at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. The ringers in the group have a combined ringing experience of over 250 years. In recent years the group has performed at Boettcher Concert Hall and the Denver Botanic Gardens. Call the library at 303-795-3961.

YOUNG VOICES Winter Concert

YOUNG VOICES of Colorado will have its winter concert, “Let All the World in Every Corner Sing,” at 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7 at the Newman Center for the Perform-ing Arts. Five choirs will perform carols and songs from across the globe. Tickets are available through the Newman Center Box O� ce, 303- 871- 7720, oronline at www.newmantix.com. Young Voices is based in Englewood.

ARTHOLIDAY FAIR and Artisan Show

CELEBRATE SMALL Business Saturday and kick start your holiday shopping with small businesses from around the state. Pictures with Santa, live music, a vendor marketplace, a silent auction and more. The fair and show is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at the Douglas County Fairgrounds, 500 Fairgrounds Drive, Castle Rock. Contact 720-202-2553 or email [email protected].

ANNUAL ART Exhibit The Paint Box Guild of Littleton will have its annual juried exhibit from Tuesday, Dec. 2, to Dec. 31 at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. The reception will be from 2-4 p.m. Dec. 14. Media included are oil, watercolor, pastel, acrylic and mixed media. Library hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; and 1-5 p.m. Sunday. All paintings are for sale.

SOUTH SUBURBAN Art Exhibits

LOCAL ARTISTS will have their work on display through Nov. 30 at South Suburban Parks and Recreation centers. Shel Spiegleman’s photographs will be displayed at Goodson, 6315 S. University Blvd., Centennial, 303-798-2476. Jacqueline Shuler’s paintings and calligraphy will be exhibited at Lone Tree, 10249 Ridgegate Circle, Lone Tree, 303-708-3500. The Paint Box Guild’s paintings will be exhibited at Douglas H. Buck, 2004 W. Powers Ave., Littleton, 303-797-8787. Visit www.sspr.org or contact Darcie LaScala at 303-483-7072.

EVENTSCANDLELIGHT WALK on Main Street

THE 31ST annual Candlelight Walk and Tree Lighting will illuminate downtown Littleton at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28. Families and kids of all ages are encouraged to follow Santa Claus as he makes his way down Main Street. Gather at Town Hall Arts Center, Bega Park or Bradford Auto Body for free hot cider and music from 5-6:30 p.m. Free parking available at Arapahoe Community College. Call 303-795-3863.

NAME YOUR Price Adoptions

THE DUMB Friends League hopes to break last year’s record of 140 adoptions on Black Friday with its adopt `til you drop event Friday, Nov. 28, when you can name your price for all cats and dogs ages 1 year and older. The Black Friday special is avail-able at all Dumb Friends League locations, including the Buddy Center in Castle Rock and the Quebec Street Shelter in Denver, and at select Petco and PetSmart locations. For information, visit www.dd� .org or call 303-751-5772.

VEGAS STILETTO Fitness Networking

A FUN sassy night supporting women in business, Vegas Stiletto Fitness Networking Event is at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at Centerstage Starz, 8150 S. University Blvd., Centennial. Ladies, bring your business cards, shop vendors and meet some other awesome women in our community. All while � nding your inner diva with Vegas Sti-letto Fitness. It’s a fun sassy class easy for women of all ages and dance abilities. Shoes don’t have to be high. The word “Stiletto” represents empowerment and con� dence. Door prizes and refreshments. Reserve your chair at www.WithDavida.com.

GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY Meeting

THE HIGHLANDS Ranch Genealogical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2, at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Program will be “Thinking Outside the Pine Box,” presented by Kirk Patton, president, Castle Rock Genealogical Society.

CHRISTMAS BIRD Count

THE AUDUBON Society of Greater Denver will have its 115th annual Christmas Bird Count from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 6 at the Audubon Center at Chat� eld, 11280 Waterton Road, Littleton. The event is free, and all levels are invited to learn about the birds of Chat� eld using bird identi� cation tools such as binoculars, � eld guides and cell phones. Donations will be accepted to support programs and acvitities at the Audubon Center at Chat� eld. Call 303-973-9530 or visit www.denveraudubon.org.

17 MILE Open House

SWING BY for a gentle look at the historic 17 Mile House decorated for Christmas at an open house from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6. Enjoy hot cider, a cookie and a walk-through of the house built in the 1860s. Bring your camera if you would like someone to snap a photo of you or your family. There might even be a chance to meet someone who actually lived there in the 1940s. Look for the big red barn just north of Cottonwood on the west side of Parker Road at 8181 S. Parker Road. Call 720-874-6540.

FESTIVAL OF Trees

CIMARRON MIDDLE School plans its Festival of Trees, a family event from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at 12130 Canterberry Parkway, Parker. More than 40 themed trees will be available to win. Boxed breakfast, co� ee, hot chocolate and Krispy Kreme Doughnuts will be included with admission. Kathy Sabin from 9 News will announce the tree winners. Go to http://schools.dcsdk12.org/cims.

HOLIDAY HOME Tour

CASTLE ROCK Museum hosts a holiday home tour from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, in the historic Craig and Gould neighborhood. Refreshments served. Tickets online at www.castlerockhistoricalsociety.org.

HEALTH/FITNESS

FREE NUTRITION, Cooking Class

FREE HEART Health nutrition classes and cooking demonstrations are o� ered from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3 (Eating for Satiety); and Wednes-day, Dec. 10 (Happy, Healthy Holiday Eating) at the South Denver Heart Center, 1000 Southpark Drive, Littleton. Join Richard Collins, M.D., “The Cooking Cardiologist,” along with Susan Buckley, RD, CDE, as they share their expertise on Heart Healthy nutrition and cooking solutions. For more information or to register, call 303-744-1065, www.southdenver.com.

EDUCATIONRANGER TALK in Castlewood Canyon

JOIN PARK Ranger Mark Farris for a weekly presentation about Castlewood Canyon State Park. Learn more about the park and have the opportunity to ask a ranger any questions you may have about the park. Next Ranger Talk program is from 10-11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 29; meet at the visitor center. Call 303-688-5242.

PRACTICE YOUR English

SESSION OF Practice Your English will not meet on Saturday, Nov. 29, and instead will resume at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at Douglas County Libraries in Parker, 10851 S. Crossroads Drive, and the James H. LaRue branch in Highlands Ranch, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. Send listings to [email protected]. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.

THINGS DO

DOWNTOWN LITTLETON Elf Crawl

DOWNTOWN LITTLETON presents its � rst Elf Crawl, bene� ting Inter-Faith Community Services (www.ifcs.org). Cost includes a donation to Inter-Faith, a free drink at participating establishments from 7-10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, and a commemorative cup and elf hat to keep you warm. Costumes are encouraged. Purchase tickets at http://www.eventbrite.com/e/downtown-littleton-elf-crawl-tickets-13711468371. Must be 21 or older to participate. Go to http://littletonrocks.com/event/elf-pub-crawl/ for details.

HOLIDAY KICKOFF

THE LONE Tree Arts Center Guild will have its holiday kicko� at 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30 at the Lone Tree Arts Center, on the Terrace. Carolers, cookies and hot chocolate will help celebrate the lighting of the center’s 18-foot-tall live Christmas tree. Event is free and open to all.

SUNDAY SERENADE

CELTIC GUITARIST Jerry Barlow will entertain in a free performance at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30, at Douglas County Libraries’ James H. LaRue branch, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. His repertoire is a synthesis of his own Celtic-inspired compositions and the traditional music of the British Isles. No registration required.

HOLIDAY CLASSIC Reading

A SPECIAL guest will read Chris Van Allsburg’s holiday classic, “The Polar Express,” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2, at Douglas County Libraries’ Philip S. Miller branch, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. The program is recommended for families with children ages 4 and older. Registration is free at 303-791-7323 or www.DouglasCountyLibraries.org.


26

MarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceAdvertise: 303-566-4100

MarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplaceMarketplace


Local Focus.More News.

22 newspapers & 24 websites. Connecting YOU to your LOCAL community.

Arts & Crafts

Holly Jolly Christmas Boutiqueat � e Grange in the Meadows

November 21, 10 am-7 pm, November 22, 9 am-4 pm3692 Meadows Blvd. in Castle Rock. Start your holiday shopping early!

Vendors with handcra� ed items, unique gi� s, jewelry and more! Don’t miss it!

Misc. Notices

Want To Purchaseminerals and other oil/gasinterests. Send details to:P.O. Box 13557Denver, CO 80201

FARM & AGRICULTURE

Farm Products & Produce

Grain Finished Buffaloquartered, halves and whole

719-775-8742

MERCHANDISE

Antiques & Collectibles

Cobalt Blue FentonFlo - Blue China Ware

Post WWII Miniature figurines(little boys and girls)Wedgewood Platterover 100 years old

Glass compote on a pedastal over100 years old

Blue Willow platter 75-80 years oldHomco Figurines

Lots More available303-761-4583

Arts & Crafts

21st AnnualHoliday Arts & Crafts Fair

Bear Creek High School9800 W. Dartmouth Place,

LakewoodSat., Dec. 6, 9am – 4pm,

$2 admissionDoor Prizes, Concessions,

100+ Vendors

Annual Holiday Open Houseon Saturday,Nov 29th

from 9 am - 4 pmoff 128th & Holly - Thornton

We have Crafts & variety of HomeBased Businesses present

Come get a start on your holidayshopping in one location!

12695 Locust Way, Thornton,80602-4664 Questions - call Ange

3-862-6681 See you there!

Craft FairLiving Light of Peace

Church5927 Miller Street,

Arvada 80002Vendors Wanted

$40 a table -December 12th 3-8pm

December 13th 9am-6pmCall Susan @

(303)885-3948

Arts & Crafts

Englewood High School 6th annual Holiday Fair and

Englewood UnleashedChili Cook-off

Saturday November 22nd 20149am-3pm, Free admissionEnglewood High School

3800 SOUTH LOGAN STREETEnglewood 80113

Something for everyone, make uspart of your Holiday Season

* Benefit: Special Needs Children *

Friday, December 5, 20139:00 am to 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 6, 20139:00 am to 3:00 p.m.

Admission $2.00303-934-3171

Exhibit Hall atJefferson County Fairgrounds

(15200 West 6th Avenue)West 6th Ave. & Indiana St.

Golden, Colorado

Bicycles

Electric Bicycleselectric3 Wheel Trikes

electric Scooters - ebike conversionNo license required

No gas requiredNo credit requiredEasy-Fun-Fitness

Call the ebike experts303-257-0164

ELECTRIC BIKESAdult electric trikesElectric Scooters

NO Drivers License NeededNO Registration NeededNO Insurance Needed

NO Gas NeededNO Credit Needed

EASY- FUN - EXCERSISE303-257-0164

Firewood

FirewoodCity mix of seasoned

hardwood & pine$260/cord

(303)431-8132

FIREWOODDry, Split, Delivered

Geiger Logging (303)688-0453

Furniture

Lazy Boy couch (hide a bed)w/matching loveseat like new $295

Maple Dry Sink $150Round Maple table w/4 chairs $275

Maple hutch $350Lots More available

303-761-4583

Miscellaneous

ArvadaSnow Blower Tower

21" 3 forward speeds and reverse$290

303-736-2039

Musical

Piano's for saleBaldwin Grand & Schumann upright

Piano teacher retiring(303)432-3209

PETS

TRANSPORTATION

RV’s and Campers

2002 24 Ft 5th wheel $6500 InGreat Shape. 1slideout, Masterbed, couch bed, table bed, Fridge, Microwave, 3burner stove,Oven, Shower/Tub, A/C, CD player,Storage Call Todd @

303-216-2254. Leave a message.

Wanted

Cash for all Carsand Trucks

Under $1000Running or not.Any condition

(303)741-0762bestcashforcars.com

DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK,BOAT, RV; Running or not, towww.developmentaldisabled.orgTax deductible! 303-659-8086.

14 years of service

Your Colorado Community Media newspaperis now in in full color. Let us build your

business an advertising campaignthat’s as colorful as you are.

Color splash.

You’re local. We’re local.We proudly publish 20 local newspapers

and websites across the front range.

Find your local community or explore new ones at

ColoradoCommunityMedia.com

TITLE TOWNS

`Amahl’ makes visit to Highlands RanchOpera has roots in 1951 TV broadcastBy Sonya [email protected]

The touching tale of a poor shepherd boy, Amahl, who likes to spin stories for his mother was first commissioned by NBC for a televi-sion broadcast on Dec. 24, 1951, and became an annual tradition.

Central City Opera has teamed up with James Ramsey, music minister at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church in Highlands Ranch, and Kent Thompson, director of the Denver Center Theatre Company, to produce Gian Carlo Menotti’s “Amahl and the Night Visitors” on Dec. 4, 5 and 6 at St. Luke’s. The opera will be performed in English with an orchestra.

Menotti is said to have found inspiration in Hieronymous Bosch’s famous painting, “The Adoration of the Magi,” which hangs at New York’s Metropolitan Museum, and from child-hood memories of Christmas in Italy, where gifts are delivered by the Three Kings, instead of Santa Claus.

The opera, which is one hour long, is set near Bethlehem just after the birth of Christ. Amahl is a poor shepherd boy who loves to tell stories — recently about a comet that moves across the sky like a chariot on fire.

Three splendid strangers arrive at the cot-

tage door and ask to rest awhile. The boy is fas-cinated by their account of a miraculous child they are seeking as they follow the star. Amahl and his mother are inspired to give reverence to the child as well and a miracle occurs.

James Ramsey is music director for this production and treble John Healy will portray Amahl. He performed with Central City Opera in Benjamin Britten’s “Turn of the Screw” in 2012 and is a freshman at Denver School of the Arts. He sang with the Colorado Children’s Chorale for six years and recently performed as young Harvey in the Denver Gay Men’s Chorus’ “I Am Harvey Milk.”

Mezzo-soprano Valerie Nicolosi, who per-forms the role of Amahl’s mother, is an experi-enced operatic performer.

Jason Baldwin, tenor; Thomas Kittle, bari-tone and Antoine Hodge, bass, are Kings Kas-par, Melchior and Balthazar. Members of St. Luke’s church, orchestra and Performing Arts Academy will perform.

Valerie Nicolosi plays Amahl’s

mother and John Healy is Amahl in

Central City Opera’s production of

“Amahl and the Night Visitors” by

Gian Carlo Menotti. The performances

will be at St. Luke’s United Methodist

Church in Highlands Ranch Dec. 4-6.

Courtesy photo

IF YOU GO“Amahl and the Night Visitors” will play at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4 and 5; 2 p.m. Dec. 6 at St. Luke’s United Method-ist Church, 8817 S. Broadway, Highlands Ranch. Tickets, $25/$15, may be purchased from CentralCityOpera.org/amahl, 303-292-6700 or in person at Central City Opera, 400 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 530, Denver. Central City subscribers receive a 20 percent discount.


27-Sports

SPORTSSPORTSDefense keeps alive title driveValor Christian allows just one score in state semi�nalBy Jim [email protected]

During Valor Christian’s five-year cham-pionship football run, it has been the Ea-gles’ offense that has drawn most of the at-tention.

However, on Nov. 22 at Legacy Stadium in Aurora, it was Valor’s defense that made the difference in a 14-7 Class 5A semifinal victory over Grandview, which sustained its first loss of the season.

“Defense won the game for us, no doubt,” Valor coach Rod Sherman said. “It was all about our defense.”

Valor (10-3) will once again head to Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Nov. 29 and try to capture the school’s sixth con-secutive state championship in three dif-ferent classifications. The Eagles meet Cen-tennial League rival Cherry Creek (10-3) in a 2:30 p.m. title game.

The game offers Valor a chance to avenge a 33-17 loss to Cherry Creek on Oct. 17. That setback snapped the Eagles’ string of 28 straight wins against Colorado schools.

Grandview beat Valor Christian, 24-21, in a Centennial League game on Oct. 24 and at times in the fourth quarter, it looked like the Wolves might at least tie the game.

But the Eagles’ defense stepped up, en-suring that the Highlands Ranch school would win its 28th consecutive playoff game and advance to another championship contest.

Valor Christian protected its 14-7 lead as Grandview moved to the Eagles’ 22 yard line with 9:26 remaining in the game. How-ever, Stone Watson intercepted Cody Sum-mers’ fourth down pass in the end zone to short circuit the threat.

Grandview was at the Valor 14-yard line but senior Eric Lee Jr. made a one-handed interception of a fourth-down pass from Summers on the final play of the game.

“I just saw the quarterback scrambling and I tried to stay with my guy,” said Lee who has committed to play for Nebraska. “I didn’t want to lose him because it would have been an easy touchdown. It was like a little lob, a desperation throw and I just tried to kill that opportunity.

“It was a tremendous moment and it didn’t hit me with the realization until I was walking back and realizing I was going to Mile High for a fourth time. We had to show Grandview that we were willing to fight with them.”

Valor took a 14-7 halftime lead as the Ea-gles’ defense held the Wolves to 56 yards of

total offense. Grandview’s touted running back Chukwuma Obinnah was limited to 16 yards in the first two quarters.

Grandview finished the game with a 232-230 edge in total offense and Chukwuma wound up with 96 yards rushing, but the Valor defense came up with big plays with the game on the line.

Lee, Watson, Brian Dawkins Jr., Gabe Kortz, Brandon Biggs and Nate Whatmore sparked the spirited Valor defensive effort.

“I thought we tackled extremely well,” Sherman said. “Our outside backers set the edge and we got some good push inside, which we didn’t get the first time we played them.”

Sherman was quick to point out that a week can make a big difference in high school football.

“Our defense didn’t play their best game last week (a 56-34 win over Pomona on Nov. 14) and we played really well on offense,” he said. “That’s what is real cool about high school football. We come back and I thought our defense played their best game of the year and really won the game for us.”

Grandview (12-1) took a 7-0 lead af-ter Gabe Hill intercepted a deflected pass

Grandview running back Chukwuma Obinnah gets wrapped up by Valor defenders Gabriel “Bubba” Watkins, left, Grant Craver and Jordan Bostick, right, on Nov. 22. Both teams’ defenses ruled the second half and no points were scored in either the third or fourth quarters in the 14-7 Valor victory in the Class 5A state semi�nal game. Photos by Paul DiSalvo

Valor defenders Quentin Holley, right, and Brian Dawkins Jr.,top, cover the over and under of Grandview QB Cody Sum-mers during their Nov. 22 state semi�nal game, won by Valor, 14-7.

Valor’s Eric Lee Jr. slips past Grandview’s Gabe Hill. Lee had a big day Nov. 22, scoring one of the two Valor touchdowns and later intercepting Grandview in the end zone for what was the �nal play of the game.

TITLE TOWNS

Valor Christian, a private school located in Highlands Ranch, has played in �ve consecutive state championship games in three classi�cations and won a title each time.

Cherry Creek, a public school located in Greenwood Village, has been in 15 state championship games in the highest classi�cation and won eight titles.

The teams both bring 10-3 records into their 2:30 p.m. Nov. 29 Class 5A championship contest at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver. Cherry Creek won the regular-season meeting in October, 33-17.

Below is a look at the teams’ championship game results and how they stack up against each other in this year’s title game.

VALOR CHRISTIAN

2013 Valor Christian 56, Fairview 16 (5A)

2012 Valor Christian 9, Cherokee Trail 0 (5A)

2011 Valor Christian 66, Pine Creek 10 (4A)

2010 Valor Christian 38, Wheat Ridge 8 (4A)

2009 Valor Christian 41, Steamboat 14 (3A)

CHERRY CREEK

2008 Mullen 20, Cherry Creek 16


1999 Columbine 21, Cherry Creek 14


1996 Cherry Creek 48, Arvada West 33

1995 Cherry Creek 32, Overland 7

1994 Cherry Creek 47, Horizon 6

1991 Cherry Creek 14, Arapahoe 0

1990 Cherry Creek 14, Montbello 0

1987 Fairview 13, Cherry Creek 10

1986 Cherry Creek 35, Pomona 7

1985 Lakewood 47, Cherry Creek 8

1983 Cherry Creek 13, Pomona 7

1982 Cherry Creek 22, Regis Jesuit 13

1980 Thomas Je�erson 20, Cherry Creek 19

Tale of the Tape

Creek Valor

Average rushing yards: 235.0 168.9

Average passing yards: 117.9 191.8

Average total yards per game: 352.9 360.7

Points per game: 32.8 30.4

Points allowed per game: 17.8 16.6

Valor continues on Page 30


28

Advertise: 303-566-4100

ServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesS

Local Focus.More News.22 newspapers & websites. Connecting YOU to your LOCAL community.


Basements

AJ Gale BuildersBasements, Additions,

Highlands Ranch/Lone Tree

FREE Estimates

Text or Call (303)949-6330

[email protected]

PROFESIONAL BASEMENT FINISHING

20% OFF HOLIDAY DISCOUNTServing south metroDenver for 30 years

Scout’s Honor Construction(Formerly, Jim Frazier Construction)Licensed, insured and References

Call now for a free, exact price303-564-5950

Bathrooms

REGLAZE YOUR TUB!

Fall Special SAVE $50 - Now $249

Five Star Renovations720-999-7171

www.fivestarrenovations.net We refinish shower surrounds,

shower pans, tile and sinks

Blind Repair

Make BLIND FIX a part of your team

blind repairblind repairblind repairblind repairblind repairblind repairblind repairblind repairblind repairblind repairblind repairblind repairblind repairblind repairblind repairFast • Friendly • Reliable

We are a Family owned and operated. 15 years in the industry

•Repairs made within 3 days•

303-564-4809 www.blindfix.net

Carpet/Flooring

Joe SouthworthCommercial & Residential Sales

Joes Carpet Service, Inc.

New Carpet Sales • Wholesale PricingInstallation • Restretch • RepairsCall foR youR fRee eStImate

720.227.1409Thomas Floor Covering

303-781-4919

~ Carpet Restretching~ Repair ~Remnant Installs

Residential & Commercial

In home carpet& vinyl sales

Cleaning

Just Details Cleaning ServiceWhen “OK”Just isn’t good enough

-Integrity & Quality Since 1984For more information visit: JustDetailsCleaningService.comCall Rudy303-549-7944 for free est.

Ali’s Cleaning Services

Call Ali @ 720-300-6731

Residential and Commercial Cleaning• 15yrs experience• Detailed,Honest,Dependable

•WindowCleaning• Insured&Bonded•Great Customer Service

• Detailed • Honest • Dependable•• Great References &Customer Service •• Insured/Bonded •

• Green Products Used •Call Renee at 303-437-1791

• DepenDable •• Thorough •

• honesT •

12 yearsexperience.

Great References

A continental flairDetailed cleaning at reasonable rates.

720.283.2155ReferencesAvailable

Honest & Dependable

Residential • CommercialMove Outs • New Construction

We provide superior cleaning in all areas of your home & more!

• Move-in/move-out cleaning• Party preparation or cleanup• Window & Blind Cleaning

Call us today to schedule an appointment

720-220-8754

Concrete/Paving

All Phases of Flat Work by

T.M. CONCRETEDriveways, Sidewalks, PatiosTear-outs, colored & stampedconcrete. Quality work, Lic./Ins.Reasonable rates"Small Jobs OK!"303-514-7364

Concrete/Paving

FBM Concrete LLC.

Free Estimates17 Years ExperienceLicensed & Insured

Driveways, patios, stamp &colored concrete.

All kinds of flat work.Let us do good work for you!

(720)217-8022

Construction

UNDERGROUNDCONSTRUCTION

SERVICESIncluding all utilities, trenching,potholing, boring, and locating.Insured with over 30 years ofexperience. Will beat all prices.Call Mark for a free estimate @303-809-4712.

Deck/Patio

UTDOOR ESIGNS, INC

“Specializing in Composite Redwood and Cedar

Construction for Over 30 Years”• Decks • Fences • Stairs • Overhangs •

303-471-2323

www.decksunlimited.com

720-635-0418Littleton

Denver’s PremierCustom Deck Builder

FREE ESTIMATES

BEST PRICES30+ years experienceClem: 303-973-6991

Drywall

PAUL TIMMConstruction/Repair

DrywallServing Your Area

Since 1974303-841-3087 303-898-9868

Drywall FinishingMike Martis, Owner

35 Years ExperiencePatches • Repairs • Texturing

Basements • Additions • Remodels• Painting & Wallpaper Removal

(303)988-1709 cell (720)373-1696www.123drywall.com

We AcceptAll Major

Credit Cards

Drywall

A PATCH TO MATCHDrywall Repair Specialist

• HomeRenovationandRemodel

• 30yearsExperience• Insured• Satisfaction

Guaranteed

Highly rated & screened contractor byHome Advisor & Angies list

Call Ed 720-328-5039

Sanders Drywall Inc.All phases to include

Acoustic scrape and re-textureRepairs to full basement finishes

Water damage repairsInterior paint, door & trim installs

30+ years experienceInsured

Free estimatesDarrell 303-915-0739

Electricians

HIGHLANDS HOMEIMPROVEMENT, INC.

303-791-4000

FREE EstimatesA+

General Repair & RemodelPaul Boggs Master Electrician

Licensed/Insured/Guaranteed

Affordable Electrician25 yrs experience

- Trouble Shoot- Service Changes

- Bsmt., Kitchen, BathRemodel ExpertLicensed & Insured

No job too small 720-690-7645720-292-6083

ELECTRICALSERVICE WORK

All types, licensed & insured.Honest expert service.

Free estimates.720-203-7385

Fence Services

Cowboy Fencing is a full service fence& gate company installing fences in

Colorado for 23 years.Residential/Commercial/Farm & Ranch Fencing

Low rates, Free estimates

Scott, Owner - 720-364-5270

Garage Doors

www.mikesgaragedoors.com(303) 646-4499

FOR ALL YOUR GARAGE DOOR NEEDS!

• Springs, Repairs • New Doors and Openers • Barn and Arena Doors • Locally-Owned & Operated• Tom Martino’s Referral List 10 Yrs • BBB Gold Star Member Since 2002




DeSpain’s HOME SOLUTIONS

DEPENDABLE, RELIABLE SERVICE

Over 30 Years ExperienceLicensed & Insured

Solving All your Remodeling & Repair Problems – Just Ask!

Eric DeSpain 303-840-1874

General Repair & RemodelBasements, Bathrooms, Kitchens,Plumbing, Siding Repair & Decks

"We Also Specializein Electrical Projects"

Licensed/Insured/Guaranteed303-791-4000

“HONEY-DO’S DONE… THAT YOUR HONEY

DON’T DO.”

JIM 303.818.6319

— SMALL JOBS INSIDE AND OUT —

INSURED!

H Bathroom H BasementsH Kitchens H Drywall

H Decks

Call 303-995-4810Licensed & Insured

www.oakvalleyconstruction.com

BASEMENTS | BATHROOMS | KITCHENSServing Douglas County for 30 Years

Licensed & InsuredCall Ray Worley303-688-5021

Oak Valley ConstructionServing Douglas County for 30 years

HOME MASTERCarpentry, Drywall Repair,Painting, Doors, Plumbing,

Electrical, Decks, Gutter CleaningMost EverythingFREE Estimates

20 Years Experience Call Jim Myers (303)841-0361

HOME REPAIRS & REMODELING• Drywall • Painting • Tile • Trim

• Doors • Painting • Decks • BathRemodel • Kitchen Remodels• Basements & Much More!

Call Today for a FREE ESTIMATE303-427-2955

HOME REPAIRS

INSIDE: *Bath *Kitchen's*Plumbing *Electrical, *Drywall

*Paint *Tile & Windows

OUTSIDE: *Paint & Repairs*Gutters *Deck's *Fence's *Yard

Work *Tree & Shrubberytrimming & clean upAffordable Hauling

Call Rick 720-285-0186

Free EstimatesKevin & Glen Miller

720-498-5879720-708-8380

[email protected]

www.millershandymanservicellc.com

SPORTS ROUNDUPAll-state cross country

Junior Ben Butler of SkyView Academy was named the Class 3A runner of the year in the 2014 all-state boys cross country teams presented by CHSAANow.com, ColoradoPreps and MaxPreps. Valor Christian senior Lauren Ogg was a first-team selection on the girls Class 4A team.

State softball teams namedFreshman pitcher Alexandria Kilponen and coach Dave

Atencio of Valor Christian gained top honors in the Class 4A all-state softball team announced by CHSSANow.com, Colo-radoPreps and MaxPreps. Kilponen was named player of the Year and Atencio coach of the year for helping the Eagles win the state title.

Valor senior centerfielder Kendall Ohman and Ponderosa senior pitcher Aly Power were also first-team Class 4A picks. Seniors Shelby Mann and Makenna Roth of Valor made the second team.

Castle View pitcher Savannah Hunter, Rock Canyon senior shortstop Hannah Clark and senior Douglas County third baseman/catcher Ashley Kim were named to Class 5A first team. Second-team selections included Rock Canyon sopho-more catcher Sloane Stewartson and Douglas County junior infielder Clara Larson.

Manhart unanimous �rst-teamerFormer ThunderRidge standout Cole Manhart, a 6-foot-6,

310 pound senior left guard on the Nebraska Kearney football team, was a unanimous selection for the second straight year on the All-Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association first team all-league team. Manhart, a team co-captain for the Lopers — who were 3-8 this season — is considered one of the top pro prospects among non-Division I athletes.

Grappling with burnout and experienceWrestling from an early age a bonus, but coaches caution against one-sport focusBy Jim [email protected]

Young wrestlers are often a source for the success of high school wrestling programs — young meaning grapplers be-tween the ages of 5 and 14 years old.

“In order to have a very successful, a high school needs a successful junior program as the backbone of the pro-gram,” said Ponderosa coach Corey McNellis. “When we talk about Ponderosa wrestling obviously we are talking about the high school but in the Ponderosa wrestling pro-gram the junior program is a big part of it.

“Last year the high school coaches took back over run-ning the junior program. … In that eight-year state champi-onship run we had that’s what we had in place was the high school coaches running the junior program so the wrestlers knew the expectations, they knew the techniques we want-ed from them and they were prepared as well for the mental piece. I think a junior program is huge.”

Ponderosa senior Tanner Olson, a state qualifier last sea-son, grew up in the Mustangs youth program.

“I started when I was in third grade and left in eighth grade,” said Olson. “I learned a lot of techniques. I was con-stantly practicing and learned about the brotherhood of the wrestling team and we all kind of got affected by that.

“It was a big impact on my life because you learn lots of new moves and the mentality of becoming a wrestler. You get overwhelmed if you jump right into it. The junior pro-gram is a place to start and it builds you up to where you want to be.”

Douglas County coach Gary Hartman wrestled in Cherry Creek’s Little Bruins program before competing for the Bru-ins in high school.

“Pretty much every team in our league (Continental) has a youth program,” Hartman said. “If you don’t you’re missing out. We’re trying to be one program from youth, through middle school to us.

“Even more than just in our program, junior programs build wrestling as a sport. It absolutely affects our program. We don’t have to teach as much what we want them to do. Most of the team we have right now has gone through that program. The wrestlers have the fundamentals we want them to have. We give them a couple moves here and there

From left, Tyler Olson, Tyler Turco, and Zach Moye are Ponderosa varsity wres-tlers who graduated from the Mustangs junior program. Photo by Jim Benton

Wrestling continues on Page 30


29

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GUIDE

To advertise your business here, call Karen at 303-566-4091

Advertise: 303-566-4100

ServicesServices ServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesServicesS

ColoradoCommunityMedia.com

Scan hereto like

Colorado Community Media

on Facebook

Like us on Facebook.

Second Chances Furniture Thrift Store209 W. Littleton Blvd., #A Littleton, CO 80120

720-524-3891www.secondchancesdenver.org

We are a single mom ministry. Our program goal is to educate, empower individuals so they can become employable and attain self-sufficiency.

DONATE your gently used furnitureto support our ministry.

We are a single mom ministry. Our program

”Reasonable Prices”

Painting

INNOVATIVE PAINTING

Residential Experts

720-569-4565CALL TODAY FOR YOUR FREE QUOTE www.innovativepaintingllc.com

35% O� All Int. & Ext.

“Over 300 Houses painted in 2013”No Deposit Ever

Satisfaction Guaranteed5 year, 7 year and 9 year Exterior Warranties

2 Yr. Interior WarrantyLicensed & Insured up to $2 Million

Locally Owned and Operated since 1989

11444--2121233777

1000$

with an Emerald Advance®

YOU COULD GET UP TO

PROMOTIONAL PERIOD 11/24/2014 – 1/15/2015

*

*If approved, you could be eligible for a credit limit between $350 - $1000.

H&R Block Emerald Advance® line of credit and H&R Block Emerald Savings® are offered through H&R Block Bank, a Federal Savings Bank, Member FDIC. H&R Block Emerald Prepaid MasterCard® is issued by H&R Block Bank, a Federal Savings Bank, pursuant to a license by MasterCard International Incorporated. All products subject to ID verification. Line of credit is also subject to credit and underwriting approval. Fees apply. Products offered only at participating offices. Promotional period 11/24/2014-01/15/2015. MasterCard is a registered trademark of MasterCard International Incorporated. OBTP# B13696 ©2014 HRB Tax Group, Inc.

866-852-9250

Garage Doors

www.mikesgaragedoors.com(303) 646-4499

FOR ALL YOUR GARAGE DOOR NEEDS!

• Springs, Repairs • New Doors and Openers • Barn and Arena Doors • Locally-Owned & Operated• Tom Martino’s Referral List 10 Yrs • BBB Gold Star Member Since 2002

Handyman

DeSpain’s HOME SOLUTIONS

DEPENDABLE, RELIABLE SERVICE

Over 30 Years ExperienceLicensed & Insured

Solving All your Remodeling & Repair Problems – Just Ask!

Eric DeSpain 303-840-1874

General Repair & RemodelBasements, Bathrooms, Kitchens,Plumbing, Siding Repair & Decks

"We Also Specializein Electrical Projects"

Licensed/Insured/Guaranteed303-791-4000

“HONEY-DO’S DONE… THAT YOUR HONEY

DON’T DO.”

JIM 303.818.6319

— SMALL JOBS INSIDE AND OUT —

INSURED!

H Bathroom H BasementsH Kitchens H Drywall

H Decks

Call 303-995-4810Licensed & Insured

www.oakvalleyconstruction.com

BASEMENTS | BATHROOMS | KITCHENSServing Douglas County for 30 Years

Licensed & InsuredCall Ray Worley303-688-5021

Oak Valley ConstructionServing Douglas County for 30 years

HOME MASTERCarpentry, Drywall Repair,Painting, Doors, Plumbing,

Electrical, Decks, Gutter CleaningMost EverythingFREE Estimates

20 Years Experience Call Jim Myers (303)841-0361

HOME REPAIRS & REMODELING• Drywall • Painting • Tile • Trim

• Doors • Painting • Decks • BathRemodel • Kitchen Remodels• Basements & Much More!

Call Today for a FREE ESTIMATE303-427-2955

HOME REPAIRS

INSIDE: *Bath *Kitchen's*Plumbing *Electrical, *Drywall

*Paint *Tile & Windows

OUTSIDE: *Paint & Repairs*Gutters *Deck's *Fence's *Yard

Work *Tree & Shrubberytrimming & clean upAffordable Hauling

Call Rick 720-285-0186

Free EstimatesKevin & Glen Miller

720-498-5879720-708-8380

[email protected]

www.millershandymanservicellc.com

Hardwood Floors

ALL PRO WOOD FLOORINGBeautiful Hardwood Flooring

Dustless SandingEngineered/Pre Finished/Laminate

InstallationFree Estimates and Competitive

Pricing on All Work100% Satisfaction GuaranteedCall Paul (720) 305-8650

Classic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood FloorsClassic Hardwood Floors

• Installation of new floors

• Sanding, Refinishing, Staining existing floors

• Free Estimates

303.591.7772Mike

INDEPENDENTHardwood Floor Co, LLC

• Dust Contained Sanding• New or Old Wood

• Hardwood InstallationInsured/FREE Estimates

Brian 303-907-1737

Hauling Service

• Home • Business • Junk & Debris• Furniture • Appliances

• Tree Limbs • Moving Trash • Carpet• Garage Clean Out

Call Bernie 303.347.2303

FREE ESTIMATES7 DAYS A WEEK

Instant Trash HaulingInstant Trash HaulingTRASH HAULING

Dirt, Rock, Concrete, Sod & Asphalt

• Hauling off of unwanted items/junk

• Minimum charge only $60 depending on load

• Also offer roll-off dumpsters

303.591.7772Mike Jamieson

Home Improvement

HIGHLANDS HOMEIMPROVEMENT, INC.

Licensed/Insured

General Repair, Remodel, Electrical,Plumbing, Custom Kitchen & Bath,Tile Installation & Basement Finish

303-791-4000FREE Estimates

For ALL your Remodeling& Repair Needs A+

HOME REPAIR & REMODELProfessional, Reliable, Reasonable

Kitchens • Baths • Basements • New Additions

WE DO IT ALL, NO JOB TOO SMALLCF Specialties • 303-895-7461

Licensed/Insured

Landscaping/Nurseries

Family Owned and Operated

We are a full service design,installation andmaintenance company.

CALL DON AT [email protected] CLEANUP – SPRINKLER WINTERIZATION

AERATION/POWER RAKE – SPRINKLER DESIGN INSTALLATION AND REPAIRS – SNOW REMOVAL

TREE AND SHRUB CARE – WEEDCONTROL

MOUNTAIN HIGH LANDSCAPE, IRRIGATION, AND LAWNCARE

MOW&

SNOWCOMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL MOWING & SNOW REMOVAL

WE ALSO DO!!! Christmas Light Hanging, Sod, Flower beds, tree trimming/removal, fence repair,

power washing, gutter cleaning, yard cleanup, debris, trash hauling, deck restoration & painting.

Locally owned, operated, licensed & insured.

Special 15% Senior Discount!CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATE 303-915-0501

Lawn/Garden Services

Alpine LandscapeManagement

Weekly Mowing, Power RakingAerate, Fertilize, Spring Clean Up

Trim Bushes & Small Trees,Senior Discounts

720-329-9732

PROFESSIONALOUTDOOR SERVICESTREES/ SHRUBS TRIMMED

Planted, Trimmed & Removal• Sod Work • Rock & Block Walls • Sprinklers

• Aeration • Stumps Ground • MulchLicensed / Insured

DICK 303-783-9000Painting

• Honest pricing •• Free estimates •

We will match any written estimate!Same day service!

No job too small or too big!

303-960-7665Mike’s Painting & Decorating

• Interior/Exterior• 35yearsexperienceinyourarea

• A-RatingwithBBB• FullyInsured

• Idotheworkmyself• Nojobtosmall

303-797-6031

Plumbing

Residential: • Hot Water Heat • Forced Air

• Water Heaters • Kitchens • Baths • Service Repair •

Sprinkler Repair •

ANCHORPLUMBING

(303) 961-3485Licenced & Insured

• Allplumbingrepairs&replacement

•Bathroomremodels

• Gaspipeinstallation

• Sprinklerrepair

Bryon JohnsonMaster Plumber

~ Licensed & Insured ~

303.979.0105

Plumbing

Plumb-Crazy, LLC.“We’re Crazy About Plumbing”

ALAN ATTWOOD, Master Plumber

PH: 303-472-8217 FX: 303-688-8821

CUSTOM HOMESREMODEL

FINISHED BASEMENTSSERVICE AND REPAIR

Licensed • Insured

dirty jobs done dirt cheap

720-308-6696www.askdirtyjobs.com

Free phone QuotesResidential/Commercial * Water HeatersDrain Cleaning * Faucets * Sump Pumps

Toilets * Garbage Disposals

Drain Cleaning & Plumbing Repairs

PLUMBING & SPRINKLERS15% Off Fall SavingsFree Instant Quote

Repair or Replace: Faucets,Sprinklers, Toilets, Sinks, Dispos-

als, Water Heaters, Gas Lines,Broken Pipes, Spigots/Hosebibs,

Water Pressure Regulator, IceMaker, Drain Cleaning, Dishwash-

er Instl., vertecservices.comCALL Vertec (720)298-0880

RALPH’S & JOE’S AFFORDABLE

Accepting all major credit cards

Insured & Bonded

Family Owned & Operated. Low Rates.

Sump pumps, water lines, garbagedisposals, toilets, sinks & more

Roofi ng/Gutters

A Herman’s ROOFINGNew Roof • Re-Roof • Repairs

Residential • CommercialFamily owned for over 46 Years!Call today for free estimate.

(303) 293-3131

Roofi ng/Gutters

All Types of RoofingNew Roofs, Reroofs, Repairs & Roof Certifications

Aluminum Seamless GuttersFamily owned/operated since 1980

Call Today for a FREE Estimate • Senior Discounts

(303) 234-1539www.AnyWeatherRoofing.com • [email protected]

Hail Storm SpecialistA+ Rating with BBB

Roofing / Siding / Painting Ask for Wilson Ellis303-909-8199

Have a HailDamaged Roof?

720-297-0436

Tile

Thomas Floor Covering

~ All Types of Tile~ Granite - Ceramic

~ Porcelain~ Natural Stone

~ Vinyl

FREE Estimates 303-781-491932 Years Experience • Work Warranty

ALL PRO TILE & STONEExpert Tile, Marble, &Granite, InstallationsFree Estimates andCompetitive Pricing

All Work 100%Satisfaction Guaranteed

Call Paul (720) 305-8650

Tree Service

ABE’S TREE& SHRUB

CAREAbraham SpilsburyOwner/Operator

• Pruning • Removals • Shrub Maintenance

• FreeEstimates

720.283.8226C:720.979.3888

Certified Arborist,Insured, Littleton Resident

Window Services

Old Pro Window CleaningResidential Specialist

Over 30 years experienceQuality Work

Bob Bonnet 720-530-7580

Windows and Doors

Offer expires December 15, 2014




DTC KIWANIS Club meets at 7 a.m. every Tuesday at Mimi’s Cafe, 9555 Meadows Drive, at the corner of Yosemite and Park Meadows. We are a growing club with 51 members. Our mission is assisting communities and “at risk” children in di� cult

home environments with � nancial and personal help and mentoring. Call Frank Zieg at 303-796-1213.

GREAT BOOKS Discussion Group meets on the � rst Thursday night of each month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Lone Tree Library. Reading selections are short—plays, short stories, essays, or excerpts from longer works—and new members can come in at any time. We also watch Teaching Company lectures on “The Art of Reading.” Call Kerri Martin at 303-688-7628 or David Williams at 303-708-8854.

HIGH PLAINS Chapter, Order of DeMolay, meets at 7 p.m. every second and fourth Monday in the Parker area. With Walt Disney, Mel Blanc and Walter Cronkite counted among its alumni, you won’t � nd another organization for young men between the ages of 12 and 21 years that o� ers character building, leadership training, and life skill develop-ment more than DeMolay. Contact the chapter for more infor-mation. Email:[email protected] or visit www.coloradodemolay.org.

HIGHLANDS RANCH Rotary Club meets from 12:10-1:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Lone Tree Golf Club, 9808 Sunningdale Blvd. Each lunch features a speaker. The Rotary is a networking, service and social club. Contact Joe Roos at 720-648-5558 or visit highlandsranchrotary.org.

LIVING AND Aging Well in Lone Tree, a speaker series luncheon, meets at 11:30 a.m. the second Tuesday of each month at the Lone Tree Golf Club and Hotel. Lunch reservations are required prior to the event and cost $10 per person, which includes a beverage, lunch, dessert and tip. For information on the topic and to RSVP, visit www.cityo� onetree.com/agingwell.

LONE TREE Optimists meets from noon to 1:15 p.m. Tuesdays at LePeep Restaurant, 7156 E. County Line Road. Call Miles Hardee at 303-973-6409.

MOMS OFFERING Moms Support is a group for moms and kids. We o� er our members playgroups, a monthly calendar of fun events, community service projects, and other various parties throughout the year. For more information on joining please contact us at [email protected].

NATIONAL SOCIETY of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Columbine Chapter, meets at 1 p.m. the second Saturday of each month from September through May at the Denver South Metro Chamber of Commerce in the Streets of Southglenn. Contact Krispin at [email protected] or Merry Snyder at [email protected].

ORIGINAL PORTS of Call Singles Club for ages 55 and older is a great way to meet new friends and get out among others in your situation! We call our selves a” Circle of Friends. We have a variety of interests, cards, theater, tours, dinners, lunches, golf , bowling and dances etc. It meets every second Monday at Sr. Ric on Miss. from 4-6 p.m. in Aurora. Call JoAnn at 303-751-5195 or just come. It meets every fourth Tuesday at Chads South of Sixth Avenue in Lakewood form 4-6

p.m. Call Mary Riney at 303-985-8937. The third Wednesday at the Three Margaritas at 5130 S Wadsworth Blvd from 5-7 p.m. Call Jean Fox 303-730-2804.

TEEN LIBRARY Council. Douglas County Libraries’ teen groups meet monthly to help plan events, weigh in on library materials and serve the library community. Members earn community service hours toward graduation requirements. For information about a group at a library in your area, call 303-791-7323 or visit with a youth librarian.

WIDOWED MEN and Women of America Link 8 Social Hour meets every Tuesday for a Social Hour at Las Brisas Restaurant at 6787 S. Clinton St. Greenwood Village at 5 p.m. Any questions contact Kathy at 303 779-7970.

WORDS FOR the Journey Christian Writ-ers Guild meets from 9:30-11 a.m. Tuesdays at Southeast Christian Church, 9650 Jordan Road in Parker. The group has a guest speaker from 7-9 p.m. on the last Tuesday of the month at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 8374 S. Willow St. in Lone Tree. Visit www.wordsforthejourney.org then go to the Rocky Mountain Region link for more information.

SupportDOUGLAS COUNTY Association for Gifted and Talented. DCAGT aims to provide education, advocacy, and a community for families with gifted children in Douglas County. DCAGT welcomes families with kids in preschool through high school and in public, private, charter, and home school. Free evening parent meetings on various topics are held every few months at locations throughout Douglas County. To join or for more information, e-mail [email protected] or go to www.dcagt.org or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/douglascounty.gifted

EMPOWER COLORADO, South Metro Support Group for parents of children with mental illness. Learn how to handle mental health challenges within the family and how to collaborate with the school system. Find out how to access resources for mental health care services. E-mail listserv and educational classes are also available. Meetings are from 6-8 p.m. the � rst and third Thursday of each month at Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network, 155 Inverness Drive West, 2nd � oor, one block East of Dry Creek (next to DirecTV and the

that we want them to know. For the most part they know our eight to 10 core moves. They have them down to a tee.”

Cherry Creek coach Mike Luhring notices that wrestlers coming from the Little Bruins program are ready to compete.

“It makes the contact as they are making the transition from middle school to high

school much easier.” Luhring said. “My staff and I are both the high school coaches and the youth coaches. So the kids are getting the same techniques for not just the four years in high school but also the years they spend in the Little Bruins program.

“We keep things a little simpler for the little guys. It’s still basically the same technique that the guys that are qualifying for state year in and year out. They are using the same stuff. I would say a good third of the team has ties to the Little Bruin program.”

There is some debate on whether starting

youngsters to wrestle too early can burn them out.

“As long as they enjoy the sport and don’t move away we usually retain them,” McNellis said.

“It’s totally up to the wrestler on how much they do,” added Hartman. “Those kids that wrestle from (age) 4 or 5 competitively, we see a little burnout and we have to reel them back in.”

Luhring likes to see his wrestlers get away from wrestling for a while.

“I really encourage the guys to do multiple

sports even in high school,” he said. ”I have some of my more competitive wrestlers on the varsity squad that are two-sport (athletes) and I have a three-sport athlete on the varsity squad.

“We want them excited about the upcom-ing wrestling season, we don’t want them dreading it and feeling like `oh here we go again.’ If they get away from the mat a little while then the absence of it breaks the mo-notony and hopefully they have a better mind state and they are physically ready to get back at it.”


30

$229AIR & ROOMPACKAGES!

( INCLUDES ALL TAXES & FEES )

$249AIR & ROOMPACKAGES!( INCLUDES ALL TAXES & FEES )

You’ve GotYourself a Deal!

From Denver, COTo Laughlin, Nevada

DEC. 25 thru DEC. 28Thursday–Sunday

FOR RESERVATIONS

1.866.228.2751RiversideResort.com

*Prices are per person. Based on double occupancy. Single occupancy $50 additional charge. Includes roundtrip airfare, ground transfers and hotel lodging at the Riverside Resort Hotel & Casino. Prices are subject to change, are not retroactive, and may not be available on certain departures or at time of booking due to limited space. Tickets are non-refundable. Must be 21 years of age. Change penalties apply. Price includes taxes and fees. Scheduled air service provided by Sun Country Airlines.

From

Don Laughlin’s Riverside Resort Hotel & Casino

Denver.CO.RRlg.cmyk.ST.indd 1 11/19/14 2:04 PM

Velvet Wolf

Happy Holidays & Best Wishes From YourLocal Merchants

9137 Ridgeline Blvd., Ste. 210Highlands Ranch

303-566-4100coloradocommunitymedia.com

10047 Park Meadows DrLone Tree, CO 80124

303-799-3661www.cranellis.com

4185 E Wildcat Reserve Pkwy STE 100, Highlands Ranch

303-798-0928www.drgaryholt.com

9567 University Blvd. #E1-117Highlands Ranch, CO 80126

720-800-2129www.miyaswax.com

Lone Tree Vet Medical Center8681 E. Lincoln Ave.Lone Tree, CO 80124

303-708-8050www.lonetreevet.com

4185 E. Wildcat Reserve PkwyHighlands Ranch, CO 80126

720-344-4375www.twissdental.com

303-292-6700www.Centralcityopera.org/

amahl

from Valor quarterback Dylan McCaffrey on the fi rst play of the game. That led to a 4-yard touchdown pass from Summers to Morgan Smith.

Valor tied the game at 7 after a 51-yard

punt return by Danny Rambo set up the Ea-gles at the 1-yard line. McCaffrey scored on a quarterback sneak to pull even after Jared Kendzioski’s extra point conversion.

The Eagles mounted an 80-yard drive to go ahead 14-7 with 1:45 left in the fi rst half. Lee caught a 16-yard TD pass from McCaffrey.

Valor’s touchdown was a turning point be-cause at fi rst it appeared that Grandview had actually scored a touchdown to go ahead.

Brandon O’Donnell attempted to pick up

a punt at the Valor 3-yard line, was hit and the ball wound up in the end zone, where Grand-view’s Nathan Nguyen recovered.

However, instead of a Wolves touchdown, it was ruled a touchback by the offi cials be-cause the punt returner muffed the catch and never had possession of the football. Once the ball crossed the goal line, it was a dead ball and a touchback, which Valor turned into the decisive scoring drive.

McCaffrey completed 14 of 23 passes for

107 yards and one touchdown with one in-terception. Watson was the leading Valor ball carrier with 60 yards on 11 carries. O’Donnell caught four passes and Lee had two recep-tions, including his touchdown grab.

“I didn’t feel we started the game with the emotion and energy we wanted,” said Sher-man. “In the semis, there’s some nerve in that. Then, we decided we would have another week together.”


Valor


Wrestling


Clubs

Clubs continues on Page 31


31

NoticesPublic NoticesPublic NoticesPublic NoticesPublic NoticesPublic NoticesTo advertise your public notices call 303-566-4100

Public NoticesPublic NoticesPublic NoticesPublic NoticesPublic NoticesPublic NoticesPublic NoticesPublic NoticesPublic NoticesPublic NoticesPublic NoticesPublic Trustees

PUBLIC NOTICE

Lone TreeAMENDED NOTICE OF SALE

Public Trustee Sale No. 2014-0221

To Whom It May Concern: On 6/20/2014the undersigned Public Trustee causedthe Notice of Election and Demand relat-ing to the Deed of Trust described belowto be recorded in Douglas County.Original Grantor: GREGORY GUINANAND KATHY L. GUINANOriginal Beneficiary: U.S. BANK NATION-AL ASSOCIATION NDCurrent Holder of Evidence of Debt: U.S.BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION ASSUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO U.S.BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION NDDate of Deed of Trust (DOT): 2/17/2006Recording Date of DOT: 3/7/2006Reception No. of DOT: 2006018995DOT Recorded in Douglas County.Original Principal Amount of Evidence ofDebt: $60,000.00Outstanding Principal Amount as of thedate hereof: $59,890.54Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), youare hereby notified that the covenants ofthe deed of trust have been violated asfollows: the failure to make timely pay-ments required under said Deed of Trustand the Evidence of Debt securedthereby.THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BEA FIRST LIEN.The property described herein is all of theproperty encumbered by the lien of thedeed of trust.Legal Description of Real Property:LOT 54, TAOS OF LONE TREE NO. 2F IRST AMENDED, COUNTY OFDOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.Which has the address of: 8735 Mes-quite Row , Lone Tree, CO 80124

NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debtsecured by the Deed of Trust describedherein, has filed written election and de-mand for sale as provided by law and insaid Deed of Trust.THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Giventhat on the first possible sale date (unlessthe sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wed-nesday, January 7, 2015, at the PublicTrustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, CastleRock, Colorado, I will sell at public auc-tion to the highest and best bidder forcash, the said real property and all in-terest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirsand assigns therein, for the purpose ofpaying the indebtedness provided in saidEvidence of Debt secured by the Deed ofTrust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expensesof sale and other items allowed by law,and will deliver to the purchaser a Certific-ate of Purchase, all as provided by law.First Publication: 11/13/2014Last Publication: 12/11/2014Publisher: Douglas County News PressDated: 10/30/2014ROBERT J. HUSSONDOUGLAS COUNTY Public TrusteeThe name, address and telephone num-bers of the attorney(s) representing thelegal holder of the indebtedness is:TORBEN M WELCHColorado Registration #: 342821430 WYNKOOP STREET SUITE 300,DENVER, COLORADO 80202Phone #:Fax #:Attorney File #: 6884.0268*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURESALE DATES on the Public Trustee web-site: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrust-ee/

Legal Notice No.: 2014-0221First Publication: 11/13/2014Last Publication: 12/11/2014Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Trustees

PUBLIC NOTICE

Lone TreeAMENDED NOTICE OF SALE

Public Trustee Sale No. 2014-0221

To Whom It May Concern: On 6/20/2014the undersigned Public Trustee causedthe Notice of Election and Demand relat-ing to the Deed of Trust described belowto be recorded in Douglas County.Original Grantor: GREGORY GUINANAND KATHY L. GUINANOriginal Beneficiary: U.S. BANK NATION-AL ASSOCIATION NDCurrent Holder of Evidence of Debt: U.S.BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION ASSUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO U.S.BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION NDDate of Deed of Trust (DOT): 2/17/2006Recording Date of DOT: 3/7/2006Reception No. of DOT: 2006018995DOT Recorded in Douglas County.Original Principal Amount of Evidence ofDebt: $60,000.00Outstanding Principal Amount as of thedate hereof: $59,890.54Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), youare hereby notified that the covenants ofthe deed of trust have been violated asfollows: the failure to make timely pay-ments required under said Deed of Trustand the Evidence of Debt securedthereby.THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BEA FIRST LIEN.The property described herein is all of theproperty encumbered by the lien of thedeed of trust.Legal Description of Real Property:LOT 54, TAOS OF LONE TREE NO. 2F IRST AMENDED, COUNTY OFDOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.Which has the address of: 8735 Mes-quite Row , Lone Tree, CO 80124

NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debtsecured by the Deed of Trust describedherein, has filed written election and de-mand for sale as provided by law and insaid Deed of Trust.THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Giventhat on the first possible sale date (unlessthe sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wed-nesday, January 7, 2015, at the PublicTrustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, CastleRock, Colorado, I will sell at public auc-tion to the highest and best bidder forcash, the said real property and all in-terest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirsand assigns therein, for the purpose ofpaying the indebtedness provided in saidEvidence of Debt secured by the Deed ofTrust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expensesof sale and other items allowed by law,and will deliver to the purchaser a Certific-ate of Purchase, all as provided by law.First Publication: 11/13/2014Last Publication: 12/11/2014Publisher: Douglas County News PressDated: 10/30/2014ROBERT J. HUSSONDOUGLAS COUNTY Public TrusteeThe name, address and telephone num-bers of the attorney(s) representing thelegal holder of the indebtedness is:TORBEN M WELCHColorado Registration #: 342821430 WYNKOOP STREET SUITE 300,DENVER, COLORADO 80202Phone #:Fax #:Attorney File #: 6884.0268*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURESALE DATES on the Public Trustee web-site: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrust-ee/

Legal Notice No.: 2014-0221First Publication: 11/13/2014Last Publication: 12/11/2014Publisher: Douglas County News Press

PUBLIC NOTICE

AMENDEDLonetree

NOTICE OF SALEPublic Trustee Sale No. 2014-0250

To Whom It May Concern: On 7/14/2014the undersigned Public Trustee causedthe Notice of Election and Demand relat-ing to the Deed of Trust described belowto be recorded in Douglas County.Original Grantor:CHAN MICHAEL SUNOOOriginal Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELEC-TRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS,INC. AS NOMINEE FOR AMERICA'SWHOLESALE LENDERCurrent Holder of Evidence of Debt: BANKOF AMERICA, N.A.Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 3/26/2004Recording Date of DOT: 4/1/2004Reception No. of DOT: 2004032474DOT Recorded in Douglas County.Original Principal Amount of Evidence ofDebt: $210,000.00Outstanding Principal Amount as of thedate hereof: $176,292.60Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), youare hereby notified that the covenants ofthe deed of trust have been violated asfollows: the failure to timely make pay-ments as required under the Deed ofTrust.THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BEA FIRST LIEN.The property described herein is all of theproperty encumbered by the lien of thedeed of trust.Legal Description of Real Property:LOT 37, THE FAIRWAYS, FILING 1-B,COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OFCOLORADOWhich has the address of: 9691 KingsMill Lane, Lonetree, CO 80124

NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debtsecured by the Deed of Trust describedherein, has filed written election and de-mand for sale as provided by law and insaid Deed of Trust.THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Giventhat on the first possible sale date (unlessthe sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wed-nesday, December 17, 2014, at the Pub-lic Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street,Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at publicauction to the highest and best bidder forcash, the said real property and all in-terest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirsand assigns therein, for the purpose ofpaying the indebtedness provided in saidEvidence of Debt secured by the Deed ofTrust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expensesof sale and other items allowed by law,and will deliver to the purchaser a Certific-ate of Purchase, all as provided by law.First Publication: 10/30/2014Last Publication: 11/27/2014Publisher: Douglas County News PressDated: 10/16/2014ROBERT J. HUSSONDOUGLAS COUNTY Public TrusteeThe name, address and telephone num-bers of the attorney(s) representing thelegal holder of the indebtedness is:COURTNEY E. WRIGHTColorado Registration #: 454829800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD. SUITE 400,ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112Phone #: (303) 706-9990Fax #:Attorney File #: 14-002241*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURESALE DATES on the Public Trustee web-site: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrust-ee/

Legal Notice No. 2014-0250First Publication: 10/30/2014Last Publication: 11/27/2014Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Trustees

PUBLIC NOTICE

AMENDEDLonetree



NOTICE OF SALE



Public Trustees

PUBLIC NOTICE

AMENDEDLonetree



NOTICE OF SALE



Misc. Private Legals Public Notice

DOUGLAS COUNTY DISTRICT COURT4000 Justice WayCastle Rock, CO

Douglas County, CO 80109

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATEOF COLORADO

In the Interest of:PAIGE ASHLEY WALSHD.O.B. 02/14/1997,A Child,

And concerning:JEANENE BATT, Mother,And CHRISTOPHER MICHAEL, Father,Respondents,

And MICHAEL RENWICK and ERINSMITH, Special Respondents.Attorney for the Department:

John Thirkell, #138654400 Castleton Ct.Castle Rock, CO 80109(303) 663-7726 FAX 303- 688-5894E-mail: [email protected]

Case Number: 14JV258 * Division: 7

SUMMONS – DEPENDENCY NEGLECT

This Summons is initiated pursuant toRule 2.2 of the Colorado Rules of Juven-ile Procedure, Rule 4 of the ColoradoRules of Civil Procedure, and Section 19-3-503, C.R.S. 2013.

TO THE RESPONDENTS AND SPE-CIAL RESPONDENTS NAMED ABOVE:You are hereby notified that a petition hasbeen filed which alleges that the above-named children are dependent or neg-lected as per the facts set forth in the De-pendency and Neglect Petition, a copy ofwhich may be obtained at the office ofJohn Thirkell, at the above address.

A hearing has been set for Return ofService hearing on December 1, 2014 at10:00 a.m. in Division 7 for PAIGE ASH-LEY WALSH, D.O.B. 02/14/1997,Douglas County District Court, 4000Justice Way, Castle Rock, Colorado,80109.

Your presence before this court is re-quired to defend against the claims in thispetition. IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR, THECOURT WILL PROCEED IN YOUR AB-SENCE, WITHOUR FURTHER NOTICE,TO CONDUCT AN ADJUDICATORYHEARING AND MAY ENTER A JUDG-MENT BY DEFAULT THEREBY ADJU-DICATING YOUR CHILD AS DEPEND-ENT OR NEGLECTED CHILDREN.

You have the right to request a trial by juryat the adjudicatory stage of this petition.You also have the right to legal represent-ation at every stage of the proceedings bycounsel of your own choosing, or if youare without sufficient financial means, ap-pointment of counsel by the Court. Ter-mination of your parent-child legal rela-tionship to free your child for adoption is apossible remedy in this proceeding. If thatremedy is pursued, you are entitled to ahearing before a Judge. You also havethe right, if you are indigent, to have theCourt appoint, at no expense to you, oneexpert witness of your own choosing atany hearing on the termination of yourparent-child relationship. If you are aminor, you have the right to the appoint-ment of a Guardian ad litem to representyour best interests.

You have the right to have this matterheard by a district court judge rather thanby the magistrate. You may waive thatright, and in doing so, you will be boundby the findings and recommendations ofthe magistrate, subject to review asprovided by sec. 19-1-108(5), C.R.S.2009, and subsequently, to the right of ap-peal as provided by Colorado AppellateRule 3.4.

This summons is being initiated by theDouglas County Department of HumanServices through its counsel.

Dated: November 12, 2014

John Thirkell, #13865Assistant Douglas County Attorney

Legal Notice No.: 926535First Publication: November 27, 2014Last Publication: November 27, 2014Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

Misc. Private Legals

Public Notice




















Misc. Private Legals

Public Notice




















OF GAMESGALLERYc r o s s w o r d • s u d o k u

& w e e k l y h o r o s c o p e

GALLERY OF GAMESc r o s s w o r d • s u d o k u & w e e k l y h o r o s c o p e

SALOME’S STARSFOR THE WEEK OF NOV 24, 2014

ARIES (Mar 21 to Apr 19) While it seems that chaos is taking over, you get everything back to normal, even if it means being more than a little assertive with some people. Expect to hear more job-related news soon.

TAURUS (Apr 20 to May 20) Expect to be able to move ahead with your workplace plans now that you have a good idea of what you might have to face. You also can anticipate a welcome change on the home front.

GEMINI (May 21 to Jun 20) A quieter period settles in, giving you a chance to catch your breath, as well as allowing for more time to handle some important family matters. The arts dominate this weekend. Enjoy them.

CANCER (Jun 21 to Jul 22) The frustrations of last week have pretty much played themselves out. You should find things going more smoothly, especially with those all-important personal matters.

LEO (Jul 23 to Aug 22) Once again, you find a cre-ative way to resolve a pesky problem in short order. However, a matter involving a possible breach of con-fidence might need a bit more time to check out.

VIRGO (Aug 23 to Sept 22) Reuniting with an old friend could lead to the sharing of some great new ex-periences. But be careful you don’t find yourself once again being super-critical or overly judgmental.

LIBRA (Sept 23 to Oct 22) You should be seeing some positive results following your move toward repairing that unraveling relationship. There might be some setbacks, but staying with it ultimately pays off.SCORPIO (Oct 23 to Nov 21) Encouraging a friend-lier environment in the home could go a long way to help dissipate anger and resolve problems, especially those affecting children. It won’t be easy, but you can do it.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 to Dec 21) A recent act of kindness is beginning to show some unexpected (but very welcome) results. On another note, expect to hear more about a possible move to another locale.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22 to Jan 19) The good news is that the sure-footed Goat can rely on his or her skill to get around obstacles in the workplace. The not-so-good news is that new impediments could turn up later.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20 to Feb 18) A change of pace is welcome but also confusing. Before you make deci-sions one way or another, be sure you know precisely what it is you’re being asked to do.

PISCES (Feb 19 to Mar 20) Don’t fret if you don’t get the gratitude you think you’re owed for doing a nice thing for someone. There might be a good reason for that. In any event, what’s important is that you did it.

BORN THIS WEEK: You have a way of making the sort of wise decisions that ultimately shed new light on dark situations.

© 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.


ClubsLight Rail) Englewood, CO 80112. Dinner will be served (usually pizza or Subway). Contact Carol Villa at [email protected] or 1-866-213-4631.

KIDS, KIDS In Divorce Survival, group meets to address the challenges and di�culties faced by divorcing families. A �ve week session, KIDS learn coping skills to help them through these trying times. Intake and registration required. There is a fee for participation. For details call 720-987-5129 or e-mail [email protected]

LEARNING ENGLISH? Douglas County Libraries of-

fers Saturday morning practice sessions at which those learning English can engage in casual conversation with others. DCL also o�ers ESL Book Clubs, where English learners can read and discuss speci�c books. Both meetings are facilitated by trained volunteers. For dates, times and locations, call 303-791-7323.

LONE TREE Arts Center Guild is a group of volunteers whose mission is to support and promote the Lone Tree Arts Center. The Guild sponsors many exciting events and fundraisers, meets once a month and is accepting new mem-bers. For information go www.lonetreeartscenterguild.org or call 303-662-9952.

MEN OF Valor Inc., Faithful Fathers, is a recently organized non-pro�t and is based in Lone Tree at 9492 E. Aspen Hill Place. This organization helps all fathers regardless of marital status envision and develop their relationships with

their children. Our goal is wisdom, discernment, understanding, insight, and character development of children and their fathers. Father and children monthly activities include picnics, weekend tent camping, hikes, sporting events, �shing, swimming, musi-cal events, and cultural exhibits. A fathers’ group meets weekly to discuss individual challenges and successes at the Lone Tree Golf Club and Hotel in Lone Tree from 6:30-8 p.m. All fathers, especially divorced fathers, are welcome to attend.

MERIDIAN MIDDAY Toastmaster meets from 11:35 a.m. to 12:35 p.m. every Thursday at the South Metro Fire Rescue Authority Station 34, 8871 Maximus Drive, Lone Tree. Call Susan at 303-284-0307.

NARCONON REMINDS families that abuse of addictive pharmaceutical drugs is on the rise. Learn to recognize the signs of drug abuse and get your loved ones help if they are at

risk. Call Narconon for a free brochure on the signs addiction for all types of drugs. Narconon also o�ers free assessments and referrals. Call 800-431-1754 or go to DrugAbuseSolution.com. Narconon also can help with addiction counseling. Call for free assessments or referrals, 800-431-1754.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS meets from 10-11 a.m. and from 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays in the Sedalia Room at New Hope Presbyterian Church, 2100 Meadows Parkway, Castle Rock.

PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY Support Group The Denver Branch meets from 3:30-5 p.m. the �rst and third Thursdays of every month at Christ Church United Methodist, 690 Colorado Blvd., Denver; parking and entrance in the back. For information about the Denver Branch meetings, call Dorothy Miller at 303-814-2112 or email [email protected].


32

1506 S Wilcox Castle Rock, CO 80104

MONTH + TAXLEASE

1500 Quad Cab Express 4x4

$279

1404 S Wilcox Castle Rock, CO 80104

$10,000 OFF MSRP

UP TO

STOCK # G4125UP TO 10,000 OFF. MUST QUALIFY FOR ALL INCENTIVES.

MSRP $49,115 PLUS TAX AND FEES.

2014 1500 4x4 2014

$139STOCK # G3942 LEASE THIS 2014 CRUZE LS FOR JUST $139.00 PER MONTH WITH JUST $1999.00 DAS. THIS IS A 39 MONTH LEASE WITH 10K PER YEAR FOR WELL

QUALIFIED BUYERS.

2014 RAM

D6604

200S

$179 MONTH + TAXLEASE

Chrysler

GMC Sierra

MUST QUALIFY FOR ALL REBATES $3,000 PLUS FEES DOWN 10,500 MILES PER YEAR PAYMENT IS PLUS TAX

Medved Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram1520 S Wilcox Castle Rock, CO 80104

Dodge Dart SXT

Peyton ManningQuarterback for the Denver Broncos

2015

$2999 Due at signing. 36 mo lease, Low-mileage lease for well quali�ed current lessees of a competitive brand vehicle (Non-Chrysler Group). Must show proof of ownership.

Based on MSRP example of $29,690.00 with 26L package after all applicable o�ers. Total due at lease signing includes a down payment and �rst month’s payment. O�er requires dealer contribution. Tax, title & license extra. Lessee pays for excess wear and mileage of $.25/mile ($0.50/mile for SRT models) for each mile over 10,000 miles per year, if vehicle is returned at end of term. Option to buy at lease end at pre-negotiated price. Dealer’s

actual terms may vary. O�er through Ally. Residency restrictions apply.

Chevy Cruze$12,950

Chevy Spark2014

STOCK # G3741TT PURCHASE THIS GREAT LOOKING 2014 CHEVROLET

SPARK FOR JUST $12,995.00 AFTER ALL REBATES, PLUS TAX AND FEE.

MONTH + TAXLEASE

$179 MONTH + TAXLEASE

39 months. $2,499 due at signing. No security deposit required.Low-mileage lease for well quali�ed lessees. Based on MSRP example of $20,840.00 with 28B package after all applicable o�ers. Total due at lease signing includes a down payment and �rst month’s payment. O�er

requires dealer contribution. Tax, title & license extra. Lessee pays for excess wear and mileage of $.25/mile ($0.50/mile for SRT models) for each mile over 10,000 miles per year, if vehicle is returned at end of term. Option to buy at lease end at pre-negotiated price. Dealer’s actual

terms may vary. O�er through Chrysler Capital. Residency restrictions apply. Must take retail delivery by 11/03/2014. $395 disposition fee due at lease end.

39 month lease with $1279 Due at Signing plus tax, title No security deposit required. Low-mileage lease for well quali�ed lessees. Based on MSRP example of $38,080 after all applicable o�ers. Including Ram Loyalty or Competitive Truck Cash. Total due at lease signing includes a down payment and �rst month’s payment. O�er requires dealer contribution. Tax, title & license extra. Lessee pays for excess wear and mileage of $.25/mile ($0.50/mile for SRT models) for each mile over 10,000 miles per year, if vehicle is returned at end of term. Option to buy at lease end at

pre-negotiated price. Dealer’s actual terms may vary. O�er through Chrysler Capital. Residency restrictions apply. Must take retail delivery by 11/30/14. $119$119

$199$199 MONTH + TAXLEASE

2014 FORD FUSION

F3115T

2014 FORD FOCUS

2014 FORD ESCAPE

MONTH + TAXLEASE

MONTH + TAXLEASE

MUST QUALIFY FOR ALL REBATES $3,186 PLUS FEES DOWN PAYMENT IS PLUS TAX 10,500 MILES PER YEAR

MUST QUALIFY FOR ALL REBATES $3,000 DOWN PLUS FEES PAYMENT IS PLUS TAX

10,500 MILES PER YEAR

F2895

F3025T

$199$199

90Days!

D6487D6562

90

MedvedChryslerDodgeJeepRAM.com

BLACK FRIDAYALL MONTH LONG

TRIPLE

0% FINANCING $1,000 Black Friday Bonus Cash 90 Day APR Deferral W.A.C. See Dealer

for Details.

PL AY!

(855) 200-8606MedvedChevroletBuickGMC.com

MONTH + TAXLEASE

2014

$225STOCK # G4047T LEASE THIS VERY WELL EQUIPPED BUICK

VERANO 1SG PACKAGE FOR JUST $225.00 PER MONTH WITH JUST $1,999.00 DAS PLUS TAX, MUST QUALIFY FOR

COMPETITIVE LEASE, FOR WELL QUALIFIED BUYERS. 39 MONTH LEASE 10K PER YEAR.

Buick Verano

(855) 200-8589www.MedvedFord.com

(855) 200-8690

72forAPR mo. !0% 0% 72 !On ALL New 2014 Dodge Models, Excludes SRT.

See dealer for details.

11/28/2014

MUST QUALIFY FOR ALL REBATES $3,000 PLUS FEES DOWN 10,500 MILES PER YEAR, 24 MONTH, PAYMENT IS PLUS TAX

$225$2252014 FORD F-150

MONTH + TAXLEASE

F3437

CREW CAB 4X4

Between 11/19/2014 and 12/1/2014, customers may elect to receive a Ford Black Friday Amazon.com Gift Card* or an equivalent Customer Cash incentive to apply to the purchase of selected Ford vehicles. Ford Credit 90 Day Deferred Payment Program W.A.C.

NO Payments for

Receive an Amazon Gift Card

lone tree voice 1127

Documents

better fi t

casb director ken delay

douglas county school

certain casb membership

school fi nancing

board member craig richardson

mutual benefi t

board members judi reynolds