www.estesparknews.com Cooking On High by Esther A. Cenac By now y'all know one of my favorite pastimes besides cooking, is bridge. It is a fun, competitive, mind stimulating game. Not only that, but people usually serve the best snacks at the game! Some of my best recipes have come from those games. I had the pleasure of going down with Ann to compete at a Ft. Collins duplicate game the other night. We placed 3 rd , that was an added benefit besides picking up a new snack bar recipe. I was intrigued with the nut bar that was on the snack bar. I had a basic idea what was in it but the actual recipe was a bit elusive. I was privileged to play against the cook and asked her to share the recipe. She promised to email it to me and sure enough, I received the following email within the week. Her only request was that I not serve it down in Ft. Collins. I can understand her request. There are only about two or three recipes that I don't share. The reason for Free tax preparation assistance is being offered by AARP Tax-Aide from February 2 nd through April 14 th , Estes Valley Library. This program is primarily for taxpayers with low and middle-income with special attention given to persons age 60 and older. Appointments can be made by calling 586-8116. that is, if I did, I would see it everywhere I would go. Mixed Nut Bars Cut up and blend ½ cup butter 1 ½ cups flour ¾ cup white sugar ½ tsp salt. Put in greased 9 x 13 pan. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes Combine and melt over low heat: 1 cup butterscotch chips ½ cup white Karo syrup 2 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoon water Spread over baked crust and sprinkle with 12 oz. mixed nuts. Bake 10 minutes at 350° Take my word for it, this is really delicious and seems so easy to make. It is a little sticky, so serve with napkins. To repeat myself, this is another reason I love to play bridge. I used to smoke 30 years ago but I snack now instead. My email is esther.cenac@gmail.com. Bon Appétit. A Book Is About To Arrive! Maybe not quite as exciting as a new baby, but nevertheless the result of a lengthy gestation process, the much anticipated history of the Estes Park Woman's Club, authored by the late Harriet Burgess, is at the printer. The arrival party will be a significant part of the November fourth celebratory culmination of the Club's Centennial year. This gala event will be held at the Estes Valley Library on the afternoon of that Sunday, from two until four p.m. There will be champagne! There will also be edibles and sparkling cider for non alcohol-imbibing guests. Many folks will be honored at this gathering for their contributions to this wonderful year. The library will be closed for the afternoon, although this event is open to the public. The Club asks for a $10 donation to cover its expenses. There will be a ceremony at three p.m., but the books will be available all afternoon for the discounted price of $20. After the fourth, the price goes to $25, and books will available from several Woman's Club members. Editor Sue Spooner will be in charge of sales, keeping a close eye on inventory. The book will make a marvelous holiday gift, and it is not a heavy coffee table item, rather one you'll love to read, loaded with photos from all across the one hundred years it chronicles. So get ready to party, and to welcome this new addition to the literary history of Estes Park. Oh yes, the name of this new arrival? "And Then The Women Took Over!" Friday, October 19, 2012 Page 11

Page 12 Friday, October 19, 2012 www.estesparknews.com Estes Valley Land Trust...Celebrating The First 25 Years Of Forever Reserve Your Space For Rocky Mountain Christmas The snow isn't falling yet but the Longs Peak Rotary is busy planning the 2012 Charity Ball "A Rocky Mountain Christmas." While the winter Charity Ball has been held for a number of years, this is the second year Longs Peak Rotary Foundation has sponsored the event. This year's dinner, dance, and silent auction will be held on Saturday, December 8 at the Estes Park Resort with music again provided by Kings of Swing. Greg Steiner will assist setting the festive mood for the event by providing design services. The menu will include a specialty salad, surf and turf, seasonal vegetables as well as a selection of deserts. Proceeds from the event will support the youth of our community as they pursue education and experience in the three A's: academics, athletics, and the arts. Rotary believes this represents a balanced approach to youth scholarship and other types of support. Plan early to attend as space will be limited but the festivities will not. Silent auction and cocktail hour will take place at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 7:00 p.m. with dancing until 10:00 p.m. For reservation information contact: Joan Allen at (970) 586-1168. Celebration will be in the air on Saturday, November 3 at 5 p.m. as Estes Valley Land Trust marks twenty-five years of land conservation with a Gala event at The Stanley Hotel. The evening will include hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar, EVLT's famous "Hike of a Lifetime" Auction, and a live auction of items and products from conservation easements. As a special feature, internationally known photographer James Frank will offer a presentation showcasing photographs of some of the beautiful properties under conservation easement as seen through his eyes. This photo presentation will be a unique opportunity for a rare and intimate view into some of the beauty that surrounds us here in our mountain community. The Land Trust's mission is to preserve and protect open space, valleys, wetlands, streams, ranch lands and wildlife habitat in the Estes Valley and surrounding area. In its 25 years EVLT has conserved nearly 10,000 acres from Drake and Glen Haven through the Estes and Tahosa Valleys to the Allenspark area. This preservation is for present and future generations to enjoy now and forever. Join Estes Valley Land Trust as they celebrate the "First 25 Years of Forever"...an event not to be missed! Tickets are $50 per person and available at Estes Valley Land Trust offices (1191 Woodstock Drive) and at Macdonald Book Shop. The deadline for reservations is October 26. For more information, call EVLT at 970-577-6837. EVLT thanks its Gala sponsors: Presenting sponsor Edward Jones Glen Haven Area Volunteer Fire Department Notification Of Annual Meeting To Elect Officers This serves as a notification of the annual meeting of the Board of Directors of the Glen Haven Area Volunteer Fire Department as required by the Bylaws of the organization. The purpose of this meeting is to elect members of the Board and for such other matters that may come before the Board. The meeting will be held November 20, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. in the Glen Haven Town Hall. Candidates standing for election are: Healthy Seminars At MedX A Lecture Series Project by Oklahoma State, Exercise Science & Health Education Intern Amy Johnson will take place every Tuesday in November from 9:00 to 9:30 a.m. and every Wednesday in November from 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. Lecture Series Topics: November 5, 6 - Getting the Most from Your Workout Estes Park Feed and Seed/Estes Park Pet Supply Conservation Resource Center Nancy and Wendell Amos Leo Weber and Debby Hughes Becky and Mark Elrod Gold sponsors Westover Construction Curt Gleaves and Tricia Gianelli Marsha Yelick and Bruce Nickels The Trail Gazette Estes Park News Mama Rose's/Poppy's Pizza & Grill The Dunraven Inn Silver sponsors Van Horn Engineering & Surveying Bank of Estes Park Marge and Edward Getchell Jim and Joanne White Hobert Office Services Conservation Tax Credit Transfer Rebecca and Bill Urquhart Bronze sponsors Porzak Browning & Bushong Bank of Colorado Ken and Jacqueline Oldham MedX of Estes Estes Park Western Heritage Mary Lamy Friends of Estes Valley Land Trust Aspen Eye Center Peter Hondius Peggy Burch Eileen Croissant John McKinley Additional candidates for open positions are always welcome. If there are others to be added to the list of candidates, please notify Peggy Burch, telephone number (970) 577-1912, no later than November 19, 2012. Please plan to attend this important meeting. Peggy Burch, Secretary - GHAVFD glenhaven.on-line.com November 12, 13 - Fighting the Aging Heart and Mind November 19, 20 - Nutrition to Fuel Your Workout and Your Life November 26, 27- Staying Optimistic for a Healthy Mind and Body All Seminars Will Take Place at MedX in the Cardio Fitness Room. Any questions? Call (970) 577-0174.

www.estesparknews.com First Call For Duck Race Participants The Rotary Club of Estes Park is seeking non-profit organizations and charities who want to raise money for their own group by participating in the 2013 Estes Park Duck Race on May 4 th . Organizations sell duck adoption forms asking buyers to check off their group on the adoption form which means the group gets $19 of the $20 cost of the adoption. "It's going to be a special race this year as we celebrate our Silver Anniversary and you will want to participate in all the events we have planned," wrote Larry Williams and Susan Day in a letter mailed out this week to 61 organizations and charities that took part in the 2012 race. Williams and Day said there are two simple rules that must be followed: 1). The non-profit group must have a local presence and benefit residents of the Estes Valley. Tom Maher waves his checkered flag to signify the first duck in the race has finished as 2012 Big Duck Kris Hazelton cheers! Photo by Doug Fox Two cooking classes, Mexican Home Cooking- November 2 and Thai One On-December 7, at 5:30-8:30 p.m. Cost: $45 for one class or $35/class for two classes. Classes will take place at the Estes Park Middle School kitchen, room #206 with instructor Chef Chuck Stober; registration deadline Monday, Oct. 29. Mexican Home Cooking - Spend an evening creating an entire menu of sophisticated and delicious Mexican dishes, sure to become family favorites! Poblano Salsa, Cilantro Lime Rice, Marinated Flank Steak, Homemade Tortillas, Sopaipillas and more. Thai One On - Thai cooking can seem intimidating at first but it really all comes down to the spices. Learn to make some Thai classics like Pad Thai, Tom Kha Gai (Spicy Chicken Soup with Co- 2). The organization must be named as a receiving organization on at least $400 worth of duck adoptions (20 adoptions). Any non-profit wishing to participate should fill out an application form and "Splash"! The ducks start racing down the Fall River. Photo by Doug Fox return it no later than December 31st. Forms are available by calling 970-586- 3295 or writing the Rotary Club at P.O. Box 1226, Estes Park, CO 80516. "Last year, more than $108,000 went to 65 charities and organizations who took part in the race," said Williams. "As an example, the 8 th grade Class Washington Trip Fund raised over $13,000 in last May's race. Keep in mind 95% out of every $20 duck adoption goes to the organizations and charities selling adoptions. The Rotary Club retains only $1 to defray the cost of staging the race. And because this is our 25 th year, we're planning some special Silver Anniversary events. Get those applications in by Dec. 31 st " For more information, call 970-586- 3295. Watch this year's video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcCA0rEAG1U Park School District Outreach Adult Education Cooking Classes conut Milk), Red Curry Paste and Mango Sticky Rice. Chef Chuck Stober, graduate and instructor from Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts in Boulder, returns to Estes Park for two more amazing cooking classes. An avid home cook, Chuck began his professional career by working at the Black Cat Bistro in Boulder, he then started Tour de Course, a boutique culinary company dedicated to teaching, private chef services and small event catering. In this class students will learn strategies that can be recreated at home. To register for classes go to www.estesschools.org, click on Schools, click on Outreach, click on Adult Ed or contact Marcie_Kiser@psdr3.k12.co.us or 970- 586-2361 ext. 3217. Friday, October 19, 2012 www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOaJ-wbMoRM Page 13 Over 555,266 views on YouTube!

Page 14 Friday, October 19, 2012 www.estesparknews.com The haTs are Back! the in crowd Don't miss the fourth annual Affordably Chic fashion show and live auction. This year's fundraiser for the Estes Valley Victim Advocates will be held on October 20th, 2012 at 6:30. Come and join us at the National Park Village Playhouse on 900 Moraine Avenue for an evening of fun and support for this valuable community work. Cash bar and appetizers are provided. Tickets are now on sale at Macdonald Book Shop- advanced tickets $25 and at the door $27. Any questions contact EVVA office 577-9781 "Hello, everybody! I'm just delighted that you've chosen DOC for your event. I love that boy, and it's a real pleasure to share his story with more readers." So writes the acclaimed and charming author Mary Doria Russell to us all in a recent email we planned details for her forthcoming visit to Estes Park on Wednesday, October 24. That free special event is now days away-set for 7 pm at the Estes Park High School Auditorium. Tickets are going fast- get yours at the Library or Macdonald Book Shop to ensure a seat. When Doc was chosen by community By The Book by Kurtis Kelly vote last spring as this season's One Book One Valley selection, we knew we had an extraordinary book to work with. Then, when the author agreed to visit us, it was a grand slam for an incredible literary season. With literally hundreds of copies of Doc circulating around the Estes Valley these days, many new readers are joining Russell's longtime fans in shared enthusiasm. Wednesday's audience is in for a great treat as we hear firsthand about her journey as a writer-and the research and inspiration that guided her refreshing take on the life of frontier dentist Doc Holliday. With a Ph. D in biological anthropology and a working career as a paleoanthropologist, Russell's background is just one gift that informs her storytelling and her rich InnovAge is a whole new way to look at aging. It's insightful, individualized and in step with your routine. It's the single source for customized solutions that keep you living in your own home, independently. Call us to learn more about our affordable services such as nursing and personal care, medication setup, disease management and more. 970-586-3118 MyInnovAge.org Mary Doria Russell-In Her Own Words insights into human characters and conditions. Many fans marvel at her ability to transition among genres-science fiction, history, political romance-and now the ever-resurgent Western. In an interview re-published in Doc's paperback version, John Connelly asked, "Why do you keep jumping around like this?" "Curiosity!" Russell declared. "I write to learn. Each novel is an elaborate excuse for structured research about some new fascination." In an interview with Zach Ruskin, Russell observed: "I alter my prose to fit each book and for each character whose point of view I'm conveying. That's the fun of it-finding the voice of each character, hearing their dialog. That's when I know I've got a story going-when I can hear the voices." Beyond the literary world, Hollywood has hugely defined the mythos around figures like Holliday and the Earps. "In my opinion," says Russell, "Tombstone is the best by far and Val Kilmer's portrayal of Doc Holliday is the closest on film to the reality of the man". Local audiences will see Tombstone on the big screen at Reel Mountain Theatre on November 13. Fans of Doc will be pleased to know that Russell is working on a sequel. And a forthcoming HBO series project based on the book is sure to generate heightened interest. Meanwhile, on Facebook, Russell shares anecdotes on Doc's impact: "Just heard from a reader that she gave DOC to a friend who had not been to a dentist for over 10 years. Not only did he love the book, he made an appointment! I think Doc gets the dental equivalent of a Run Batted In for that one!" Did we mention that Russell is also a huge baseball fan? Are You Smarter Than A Learning Place Student? Hold the date for the Estes Park Learning Place Wine Dinner entitled "Are You Smarter than a Learning Place Student?" It is taking place on Sunday, November 11 at 5:30 p.m. at Mama Rose's. Don't worry - no one is going to put you on the spot! But do you remember your favorite subject in middle school? Was there a subject you needed a little help with? Perhaps you'd be willing to reminisce with your friends around the table as you partake in educational endeavors surrounded by wine, food and friendship! The five-course tasting menu for the evening includes wine pairings for each course selected to compliment and bring out the best features of both food and wine. And, while you are eating and drinking, you will be supporting the Estes Park Learning Place, a non-profit organization providing tutoring for children and adults in the Estes Valley. The charge for the evening is $65 per person, all of which goes to the Estes Park Learning Place Education fund. The tax deduction for individuals is $45 per person. For more information call Kathleen Anderson at 577-0020. To make a reservation call Mama Rose's at 970-586-3330.

www.estesparknews.com Author Night And Music Performance Among DOCtober Events This week offers a full array of special events in celebration of the Estes Valley Library's One Book One Valley season with event, all tied to the themes of the historical novel Doc, which tells the tale of the Old West's Doc Holliday. Here is the lineup of events for the coming week: "Astounding Stories presents: Historic Women of Dodge City" (Today at 12:15 p.m. at the Library). The lives of Mattie Blaylock, Kate Harony, and the female characters of Doc form a rich and fascinating tale. This 45-minute reading will be led by Sarah Holdt, archivist at the Library. Attendees are welcome to bring a brown-bag lunch or needlework to enjoy during the performance. Saturday matinee: Frontier Marshal (October 20 at 3 p.m. at the Library). This 1939 classic marks one of Hollywood's earliest takes on the infamous gunfight at the O.K. Corral. Starring Randolph Scott as Wyatt Earp and Cesar Romero as Doc Holliday. Popcorn and refreshments will be served. (71 minutes). How the West Was Sung: Family Event by Central City Opera. (Sunday, October 21 at 3 p.m. at National Park Village- Rocky Mountain Opry Theatre, 900 Moraine Ave.). As the storyline goes: "Along with dreams, they brought their songs; that's how the west was sung." Western frontier history comes alive when seen through the eyes-and music-of Colorado's Silver King, Horace Tabor, and his beautiful wife, Baby Doe. Joining them are the "Unsinkable" Molly Brown as well as Clara Brown, freed slave and Colorado pioneer. No advance tickets are necessary for this free performance. This performance is designed as a family-themed event Organizing paperwork at home can be challenging enough. For a business owner, paperwork can easily become a drag on productivity and profits. Without a system in place, businesses find themselves hunting for those elusive scraps of paper-during inventory, during payroll, during tax season. But with a healthy filing system and strategy, business owners can keep the time spent tracking papers to a happy minimum. "Put Your Paper in its Place" is special workshop on paper management for small business owners scheduled for this Tuesday, October 23, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The workshop is led by professional organizer Shellie Tressell and hosted at the Estes Valley Library. Advance sign-up is required. Attendees will learn to manage and/or eliminate scraps of paper that contain and parents and grandparents are encouraged to bring the children. "High Plains Hi-Lites: the 19 th Century Frontier" (Monday, October 22 at 3 p.m. at the Library). From cattle drives to temperance drives, from financial crisis to Western settlement, the major events of the 19 th century place the novel Doc in sharper perspective. Local historian Dr. Robert Munkres leads this history talk on the important events of frontier history. "An Evening with Mary Doria Russell: One Book One Valley's Grand Event (Wednesday, October 24 at 7 p.m. at the EPHS Auditorium). The Estes Valley Library is pleased to welcome award-winning and bestselling author Mary Doria Russell to Estes Park on Wednesday, October 24 for a onenight-only speaking engagement. Russell will discuss the journey of her writing career and the research that inspired the book Doc. While the event is free, donations to the Doc Holliday Memorial Smile Train Fund are welcome at the door. This international charity trains doctors and assists patients in need of cleft palate surgery, of which Doc Holliday himself was an early beneficiary. For the October 24 author night, advance tickets are required to ensure seating. Tickets currently are available at the Library and at Macdonald Book Shop. For more information about these or other upcoming One Book events, visit estesvalleylibrary.org or call (970) 586- 8116. These programs are made possible by the Estes Valley Library Foundation and a generous bequest from the Sally Uhlir estate. Winning The Paper Chase: For Business Owners important information, how to create systems to keep active papers visible and accessible, and how to set up streamlined and effective filing systems that work for the long term. Participants will leave with solid techniques that they can put to use immediately in their office. This workshop is offered as part of the Library's ongoing support for local business owners through the Buck $tarts Here resource center. Funding for the workshop is made possible by the Friends of the Estes Valley Library. To register, visit the Library's web site at Estes- ValleyLibrary.org and click on the link to "Events Calendar" and find the entry on October 23, then simply fill in the registration form. 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Page 16 Friday, October 19, 2012 Looking Back... Moving Forward... November 15, 2012 6:00 pm-7:30 pm 170 MacGregor Avenue, Board Room Town of Estes Park, Colorado The Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership would like to invite you to attend our 10 year birthday celebration! This community-wide event will be dedicated to celebrating the achievements of the organization and all of its participants! The Estes Valley Library's youth department invites children in kindergarten through fifth grade and their parents and siblings to attend family night at the public library on Tuesday, October 23 rd at 6:30 in the Hondius Room. Science from CU's Outreach program will present Bat Tales. Bats are threatened worldwide, and their colonies and habitats are destroyed - both intentionally and inadvertently - because of myths, misinformation, and lack of scientific knowledge and understanding. Bat populations are declining almost everywhere in North America. Losing bats has far-reaching consequences for natural ecosystems and human economies. Knowledge is the key to their conservation and protection. During CU Outreach Program we will sort through the facts and myths regarding these gentle mammals that perform many tasks that are beneficial to humans. We will learn about the diversity and natural history of these often misunderstood animals, and why bat conservation is important. Museum specimens will give students a close look at several A Series of five talks are offered this fall on "Optimal Living," focusing on living well, health and well being. These talks are sponsored by Aspen Lodge and will feather Xun Xiang Tseng, a Daoist Priest born and reared in China. Known as Master Chen, an easier name to pronounce, he was trained from the early age of six by a Grand Master Daoist Priest is known in China as an honored teacher. A deep respect for family and health are major points of faith in the Daoist religion. During the talks, Master Chen will speak a little about his background, training and experience. Each week there will be a topic focusing on an aspect of living well with discussion on the circumstances that create health and a well-being in our lives. This community gathering will be at the Estes Valley Library, Hondius Room. From 6:30 to 7 there will be light refreshments and a chance to visit. Master Bat Tales Family Night www.estesparknews.com species of bats native to Colorado. This program supports Colorado S.T.E.M. (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education. Since 1988, Colorado University's Science Discovery award-winning classroom outreach program has visited classrooms, libraries, and community centers, bringing engaging hands-on science programs to communities throughout Colorado. Each month the Estes Valley Library offers something different for families with children in kindergarten through fifth grade. It might be a make and take craft, games, stories or songs specifically chosen to promote fun and shared family experiences. All family nights are open to the public and are free of charge. Space is limited for the Bat Tales program, so register by calling the library at 586-8116. New Series On "Optimal Living: Nourishing Life For Longevity" Talks are sponsored by Aspen Lodge and will feather Xun Xiang Tseng, a Daoist Priest born and reared in China. Chen is the new owner of Aspen Lodge on Highway 7 just South of Lily Lake, and he and is looking forward to meeting his neighbors and getting to know the area community. The presentations will be from 7 to 8 p.m. with a time for questions following. The schedule is as follows: Wednesday, October 24 - Ancient Secrets for Healthy Living Tuesday, October 30 - Nutrition for Body and Soul Monday, November 12 - Feng Shui for Optimal Well Being Monday, November 26 - Tai Chi, Qi Gong and Meditation for Life Giving Energy Tuesday, December 4 - Family and Relationships for Harmonious Living Please join us. All are welcome and the community is invited at no charge. For further information, call the Aspen Lodge at 970-586-8133 and ask for Kristina.

www.estesparknews.com "Affordably Chic IV" Fashion Show This Saturday Highlights Domestic Violence Awareness Month Estes Valley Victim Advocates presents "Affordably Chic IV" a live auction of exciting and valuable goods and services and a fashion show featuring thrift store items from the Estes Park Community Thrift Shop. Plan to attend Affordably Chic IV at the National Park Village Playhouse, 900 Moraine Avenue this Saturday, October 20 at 6:30 p.m. All proceeds will support Estes Valley Victim Advocates (EVVA) and My Sister's Place Safe house here in our community. October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, created to encourage education, offer resources and provide safe environments and support for those in need. Statistically, one in three adults will witness or be a victim of some form of domestic abuse in their lifetime. Even in our small community domestic abuse and violence occurs and is a reminder that we cannot escape the reality of this problem. 2012 marks EVVA's 24 th year serving victims of abuse, crime and trauma, 24 hours each day, seven days every week in the Estes valley. Specifically, EVVA provides advocacy, prevention and education for the community as well as individual counseling and support groups. In 2008 EVVA's capital campaign raised money to purchase My Sister's Place, safe housing available to adults and their children in crisis. This safe house has provided services to many individuals who have no other options. All EVVA services are confidential and free of charge. A unique and fun portion of Affordably Chic IV, this year's live auction will offer chances to bid on pampering spa visits, a two night stay in a three bedroom YMCA cabin and other fun items. Enjoy the cash bar, appetizers and the traditional vintage hat sale, offering many fashionable choices. A paddle raiser will offer everyone a chance to donate to this important community resource. Tickets for the event are $25.00 and may be purchased at the Macdonald Book Shop. Tickets may also be purchased at the door for $27.00. Estes Valley Victims Advocates wishes to thank Bank of Estes Park, Donahue/Archambault Builders and Insurance Associates Inc. the sponsors of "Affordably Chic IV" and the Estes Park Community Thrift Shop for supplying all the clothing for the fashion show. Estes Valley Victim Advocates would also like to thank the Estes Park community for its ongoing support. Don't forget! Estes Valley Victim Advocates' biggest fund raiser of the year this Saturday at the National Park Village Playhouse, 900 Moraine Avenue. We of the Estes Park community can do something to help individuals who are suffering domestic abuse and violence. Make the commitment! Please join us for this great fundraising event. Friday, October 19, 2012 Page 17 FREE OF HIDDEN FEES CHECKING. At Bank of Colorado "free checking" means exactly what you think it would. Free online banking. Free bill pay. Free debit card. No hidden fees. Our Personal Free Checking Account is straightforward and customer focused. It's a good way to do business - and the way banking should be. GET FREE CHECKING AT BANKOFCOLORADO.COM United Me thodis thodist Church 150 9 Fi Fish Hat cher y Road (97 (970) 586-415 4153 www. .e .estespark um umc.org Sunda Sunday Ser vice 9:45am *Com munion Ser vice on fir firs t Sunda Sunday Sunday Schoo School during the ser vice *Adult F orum 11:00am Sermon Theme:

Page 18 Friday, October 19, 2012 www.estesparknews.com Second Grade Music Program "How The West Was Fun" On Thursday, October 25 th , the second graders of Estes Park Elementary school will present their annual music program. It is called, "The Cowboys and Cowgirls...How The West Was Fun." It is a show featuring many good "old" cowboy songs plus a few new ones, too. Some of the second graders will entertain the audience with jokes about cows, cowboys/cowgirls, ranching, horses and many other "western" subjects. Each class will perform their own square dance during the program, also. Some of the real square dance moves had to be learned before the students could begin to learn the dance. That was quite a difficult task for some second graders! The program is directed by Elementary School Music Teacher, Mrs. Julie Varilek. Mrs. Valerie Bowles, Elementary School Art Teacher, will have the students create art work for the program. Everyone is invited to attend this fun night of yee haws, giddy-ups, laughter and music beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Elementary School gym and there is no admission charge. Please notice the earlier than usual starting time. Workshop At Estes Valley Library On Creating A Personal Budget The Estes Valley Library will host a new financial seminar this month, specifically designed to assist participants in creating a simple financial roadmap for their future life journey. "Creating a Personal Budget" will be offered at the Library on Thursday, October 25 at 7:00 p.m., and repeated on Saturday morning, October 27 at 10:00 a.m. A simple (but nonrestrictive) budget is a proven tool for helping people to live within their means. In other words, a budget helps people understand their spending habits in relation to the money they have to spend. For participants, the 90 minutes spent at the workshop may be just the motivation needed to begin an improved and fulfilled financial journey. Attendees need not bring any financial records, but they may anticipate a "hands on" workshop where they will put pencil to paper and actually begin drafting their personal budget. Advanced registration is strongly recommended as space is limited. Visit www.estesvalleylibrary.org to register for the date you wish to attend or call the Library at (970) 586-8116.

www.estesparknews.com Shining Mountains Group Annual Dinner Sunday, November 4 Dr. Bill Bowman Photos courtesy SMG You're in for a riveting evening at the annual Shining Mountains Group dinner to be held this year on Sunday, November 4, 2012 at the Crags Lodge (Golden Eagle Resort) The View Restaurant, 300 Riverside Drive, Estes Park, Colorado. The public is welcome to join all CMC members. Cost is just $19.00 and includes elegant dinner, tax, gratuity, and all of the evening's events. Dress for Dr. Bill Bowman's "Field Office" where work really gets done. the evening is mountain casual comfortable. Schedule for the evening: 5:00-6:00 Social Hour (Cash Bar) 6:00-7:30 Sumptuous Buffet Dinner 7:30-9:00 Program Welcoming remarks will be made by David Sanders, Long-time CMC/SMG Member/Leader followed by introductions by Dr. Timothy Seastedt, Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Colorado, Boulder. The program for the evening will be "Why too much of a good thing can be bad for mountains: nitrogen pollution and alpine ecosystem responses." Guest speaker will be Dr. Bill Bowman, Fellow and Director of the Mountain Research Station of INSTAAR (Institute of Arctic and Alpine Research); Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, PhD. Dr. William Bowman's specialty is plant ecology. Major areas of research include examining the environmental and biotic constraints on primary production, species composition, and fluxes of nutri- ents in alpine ecosystems. Industrial development and the manufacture of fertilizer has greatly benefited human society, but has had unintended consequences for natural ecosystems. In the Rocky Mountains inputs of reactive nitrogen from the atmosphere originating from agriculture and fossil fuel combustion has increased substantially over the past 50 years. There is evidence that the abundance of plants in the alpine of the Front Range is changing due to inputs of nitrogen from human activities. These changes are subtle, but represent an important first step towards a potential cascade of effects that include acidification of soils and streams in the high alpine areas and increases in the amount of toxic metals in soils and waters. Such changes have been observed in other alpine regions of the world which have received higher inputs of atmospheric pollution than the Rockies. Recognizing the potential trajectory of environmental changes associated with nitrogen pollution will help land and air managers prevent more dire impacts that would influence the tourist economy of our region. Along with the riveting program, the evening will provide fun, fellowship, and fabulous food at the Crags Lodge. The historic ambiance of the resort adds rewarding interest to the evening's event. This beautiful historic restaurant and lodge that opened to business July 4, 1914 was built by the famous Enoch "Joe" Mills. The meal will feature international cuisine which includes Chicken Marsala, roasted and garnished with mushrooms, marsala wine and a light cream glaze, spanakorizo, elegant sweet grain rice savored with tender spinach, fresh dill and delicately sautéed seasonings in olive oil, a medley of seasonal vegetables in piquant white wine and butter, tossed garden salad a la jardinière savory colorful vegetables du jour, freshly baked artisan sour dough bread, triple chocolate cake topped with ganach and fresh whipped crème, coffee and tea. Please note this dinner will be held on Sunday, November 4 and space is limited, get your reservations now. Don't miss this great event! For reservations or more information, please contact Madeline Framson at (970) 586-6623. Exclusive Beats Audio™ Limited Time Offer! While Supplies Supplie s Last. Friday, October 19, 2012 visit ensignal.com Like us on Facebook. Page 19 ...keeping you connected SPE CIAL DROID INCREDIBLE 4G LTE by HTC 509 Big Thompson Ave, Bldg F Unit 1 AFTER MAIL-IN-REBATE MAIL- -IN-REBAAT TE DEBIT CARD with new 2-yr activation or upgrade. DROID INCREDIBLE 4G LTE by HTC: $199.99 2-yr price - $50.00 mail-in-rebate debit card with new 2-yr activation R E C E I V E 15% off Skullcandy® Headphones With a purchase of a DROID INCREDIBLE 4G LTE by HTC Offer Expires October 31, 2012 Activation/upgrade fee/line: Up to $35. IMPORTANT CONSUMER INFORMATION: Subject to Cust Agmt, Calling Plan, rebate form & credit approval. Up to $175 early terminat termination ion fee ($350 for advanced devices) & add'l charges apply to device capabilities. Offers & coverage, varying by svc, not available everywhere; see vzw.com. While supplies last. Limited time offer. DROID HTC is a trademark of HTC Corporation. 4G LTE is available in more than 300 markets in the U.S. LTE is a trademark of ESTI. In CA: Sales tax based on full retail price of phone. Rebate debit card takes up to 6 wks & expires in 12 months. © 2012 Verizon Wireless

Page 20 Friday, October 19, 2012 www.estesparknews.com THE FRESH SMELL OF INTEGRITY It was a lovely autumn day in Columbus, Ohio. The Metropolitan Armored truck was tooling along Interstate 71. The interstate was bustling with traffic. Unknown to the driver and guard in the truck, the rear door suddenly swung open. Money began pouring out like the first snow of the season. Bills of all denominations filled the air and floated onto the highway and adjacent area-hundreds of thousands of dollars. Amazed drivers slammed on their brakes and scooped up money like kids gathering snow for a snowman. More than a million dollars was lost as people filled their pockets. But one man was different, Melvin Kiser, a Ohio Bell Telephone technician picked up a sack containing $57,000 in smaller bills. He turned it in to the Armored truck company and was rewarded with a citation and cash reward. Most picking up money kept it. Others wished they had been there so that they could have gained some 'quick cash'. Our world has an integrity shortage. Business executives skim company funds for personal use. Highly visible religious and secular leaders raise money for one purpose and spend it on another, usually themselves. Political figures accept money for political favors. Athletes shave points and take steroids. Marriage partners cheat on one another. Students cheat on tests. Our world could certainly use a 'fresh smell'...the welcome smell of integrity. We need, first of all, to examine ourselves and determine our own level of integrity. Someone has said that 'everyone has a price'. In other words, they contend that all of us would do some unscrupulous things if the price were high enough. Is that true about you? As we look at our political races and evaluate those candidates running in this election, is that true about them? Who are the ones that we feel have this quality of integrity? Here are some gauges by which we can evaluate ourselves and those we are choosing to lead our state or nation: (1) A person of integrity doesn't blame others for his own shortcomings. He doesn't say, "Look what you made me do." Someone has written: "He lost his job, he wrecked his car. But he took his troubles like a man and blamed them all on his wife." (2) A person of integrity holds to his convictions under all circumstances. He does not consider what others will think or what reward he might get or what punishment it will bring. (3) A person of integrity values honor above cost. (4) A person of integrity values right above reward. Henry Clay, a nineteenth-century statesman, seemed almost certain to become America's next president until he took an unpopular position on a hot political question. He lost due to it. When he died these words were carved on his tombstone: 'I'd rather be right than president." That's the fresh smell of integrity. (5) A person of integrity acts in the best interest of his fellowman. The real definition of love involves seeking the best for the object of that love. If it doesn't serve others' interests, it isn't love. And it isn't right. In the upcoming election we are looking for men / women who love this nation and its people and who act according to that love. (6) A person of integrity seeks the will of God in all things. Just before the cross, Jesus prayed, "Father, not my will but yours be done." As we face our nation's challenge, the upcoming election, I trust that you and I will be praying, "Father, not my will but yours be done. Please help us choose the right people to lead our great nation." In Jesus, Bob BACers Student Athletes Of The Week Jon Youngbluth-Soccer He plays a midfield position on the EPHS men's soccer team. That means he covers a lot of ground, probably close to four miles in a game, sprints and steady pace. He is physically energetic and will take anyone on. He is fun and his energetic demeanor is a great asset to the team. He often starts the push behind the offensive drive, which has led the Bobcat soccer team to a 9-3 season thus far. He is a dedicated senior, never missing practice and encouraging others to push the bar high. Jon is a leader on the team while holding a 3.5 GPA. He takes his studies seriously and aspires to study engineering at C.S.U. Outside playing soccer, Jon likes to mountain bike, is an Eagle Scout and is involved in his church. Jackie Mauerman-Cheer Jackie is a Junior at EPHS and this is her third year in Cheer. She is one of the co-captains on the team. Jackie's grandmother and mother were both cheerleaders as well. Backspotting is Jackie's main position in stunting for Cheer. She felt that attending Cheer camp this summer was very beneficial for her. Jackie is a new member of NHS, is interested in the Thesbian Society, and enjoys her Youth Group as well. Observatory Program "2012 Doomsday Or Hoax?" "2012 Doomsday or Hoax" is the subject of this month's Estes Valley Astronomical Society (EVAS) meeting. EVAS, in conjunction with The Estes Park Memorial Observatory is offering a free public open house/star night on Thursday October 25, 2012. The goal of EVAS is to promote amateur astronomy and education in the Estes valley. Our speakers for this evening will be Drs. Irene and Steve Little of Estes Park. The title of their talk will be "2012 - Doomsday or Hoax?" According to the Long Count Mayan calendar, on Dec 21, 2012 the 13 th Baktun ends and a new one begins the following day. For new age thinking, this will be the beginning of a time of spirituality. For the doomsday sayers, this will be end of the world. The sun will have a major upheaval and will destroy life on the Earth, or the imaginary planet "Niburu," or a black hole or asteroid will crash into the Earth; devastating tsunamis caused by planetary alignments will ravage the surface of the Earth; or as the Sun passes across the Milky Way plane at the winter solstice (Dec. 21, 2012), the central galactic black hole will make the Sun fall into the center of the galaxy or a beam of destruction from the galactic center will hit the Earth. In recorded history there have been over On Wednesday, October 17, 2012, Trail Ridge Road officially closed for the season to through travel. Since Thursday, October 11, Trail Ridge Road has been closed due to consistent winter conditions of drifting snow, high winds and below freezing temperatures above 10,000 feet. Trail Ridge Road, one of the most impressive alpine highways in the United States, is the highest continuous paved road in America and reaches an elevation of 12,183 feet. The road connects the park's gateway communities of Estes Park on the east and Grand Lake on the west. The road is currently closed at Colorado River Trailhead on the west side and Many Parks Curve on the east side. According to park superintendent Vaughn Baker, "We continue to get snowfall at high elevations combined with strong winds. The snow will continue to blow and drift at higher elevations, making snow clearing operations and driving conditions extremely hazardous. During the winter season, weather permitting, we will keep Trail Ridge Road open to Many Parks Curve on the east side of the park and to the Colorado River Trailhead on the west side of the park." The average winter closure dates for Trail Ridge Road have been October 23. Although often times the road closes earlier and does not reopen, the previous ten year's official closure dates are: October 27, 2011, October 29, 2010, October 21, 2009, November 6, 2008, October 22, 2007, October 23, 2006, November 4, 2005, October 25, 2004, No- 100,000 predictions of the end of the Earth, but how many have come true? The Mayans had a calendar that depended on interlocking wheels, primarily based on the number 20. The 13 th Baktun will end on Dec 21, 2012, but the end of the 12 th Baktun occurred in 1618 AD and nothing happened! For the Mayans, the end of one Baktun was the beginning of another. So who is making the money? Drs. Stephen and Irene Little have been involved in teaching astronomy to undergraduates at a variety of institutions for over 30 years. Stephen received his Ph.D. from UCLA and Irene from Indiana University. Both have taught astronomy courses at CU including a course on Ancient Astronomies. Irene and Stephen have published numerous scientific papers dealing with the evolution of stars and are currently interested in research in archeo-astronomy (astronomy of ancient cultures). They remain interested in astronomy outreach through seminars for the Rocky Mountain Nature Association and in the adult education program of the Estes Park school system The observatory is just north of the high school at 1600 Manford Ave. The doors will open at 7:00 p.m. and the meeting will start at 7:30 p.m. The presentation, including a question and answer period, lasts about an hour. After the presentation, weather permitting, we will look through the 12 inch dome telescope at various celestial objects. Information about the meeting can be found on the observatory website at: www.AngelsAbove.Org and the EVAS website at: www.evastro.org. NPS Officials Close Trail Ridge Road To Through Travel For The Season vember 6, 2003 and November 1, 2002. The central portion of Trail Ridge Road normally opens the last week in May, weather permitting. This year Trail Ridge Road opened early on May 14, due to a dry and mild winter and early spring. Old Fall River Road officially closed for the season on October 10, 2012. Old Fall River Road is an unpaved road that travels from Endovalley picnic area to above treeline at Fall River Pass, following the steep slope of Mount Chapin. Due to the road's narrow nature, the scenic 9.4-mile route leading to Trail Ridge Road is one way only. Trail Ridge Road is now in "winter trail status" which means that bicycles and pets are not permitted beyond the closed gates. However, until signed otherwise, Old Fall River Road remains in "winter road status, " which means that cyclists and leashed pets are still permitted beyond the closed gate as long as signing does not indicate otherwise. This applies on Old Fall River Road to the Alpine Visitor Center and no further. As always, pets are still prohibited on trails and outside of developed areas and road corridors. Signs at the closed gate on Old Fall River Road may be changed at any time, showing the road is closed to cyclists and pets based on weather and road conditions and/or heavy maintenance work being conducted on the road. For current road conditions and other park information, please call the park's Information Office at (970) 586-1206.