Berthoud Weekly Surveyor January 2, 2014 Page 3COMMUNITYCALENDAR Send your calendar items regarding non-profit organizations only to editor@berthoudsurveyor.com by Monday at noon.

Friday, Jan. 3

Fannie Palmer’s holiday lunch — instead of a “cold sleigh ride” in January, plan to come to the warm “January holiday lunch” from Fannie Palmer’s Pantry Friday Jan. 3 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the McCarty Fickel House Museum, 645 Seventh St., Berthoud, Colo. The house will be decorated in traditional Christ-mas attire. The holiday lunch con-sists of soup, salad, dessert, coffee and tea offered at $12 per person. This includes a descriptive narra-tion about the 1916 home and the McCarty Fickel family. Make reserva-tions by noon, Thursday Jan. 2. Call Virginia at 970-344-5160 for reser-vations/information.

Saturday, Jan. 4On Saturday Jan. 4 at 10 a.m.

(Postponed from the original Dec. 28 date) in the Berthoud Fire De-partment parking lot, the Berthoud High School After Prom committee is going to put on a car wash. It will be donations only with 100 percent of all the proceeds going directly towards the 2014 After Prom Event. There will be free coffee and cook-ies (donated from Subway) while you wait for your car to be cleaned.

AnnouncementsNatural Resources Winter

Photo Contest — Are you a shut-ter bug all winter long? Did you get your best sunset shot over Horse-tooth Reservoir with snow in the foreground? You could win big with Larimer County Natural Resources winter photo contest. Visit the LCNR Facebook page and click on the win-ter photo contest tab to enter. After you’ve entered you can encourage all of your friends to come and vote for your photo to be the winner. If you submit a photo, LCNR will send you a 2014 Natural Resources calendar so that you can enjoy the parks and open spaces from your desk all year long. Your best winter shot of a Larimer County Park or Open Space could win you a spot in next year’s LCNR Calendar. Other prizes include Annual Parks Passes and photography equipment.

Grab your cameras and snow boots and get out there. Please direct any questions to Rob at rno-vak@larimer.org.

Appointments needed for immunizations at health depart-ment. Beginning Jan. 1, 2014, the health department will no longer offer walk-in immunizations in its Fort Collins and Loveland offices. Immunizations will be given by appointment only. To schedule an appointment at the Fort Collins Health Dept., call 970-498-6767. To schedule an appointment at the Loveland Health Dept., call 970-619-4580. People who have health insurance must visit their doctor for immunizations. At this time the Health Department can only bill Medicaid, not private insurance. For more information, see www.larimer.org/health.

The Board of County Commis-sioners approved a rate increase for the disposal of rubble materials at the Larimer County Solid Waste Department Landfill.

The new rate for disposal of rub-ble, asphalt, asphalt shingles, tree trunks, concrete, dirt and sludge will be $8.65 per cubic yard, a $2 per cubic yard increase from 2013 rates. The new state surcharge will result in a total cost of $8.95 per cubic yard for disposal of the above listed items. The new rates will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2014. The Colorado state surcharges will also increase two cents per cubic yard for all waste types. For a complete listing of 2013 disposal and sur-charge rates by vehicle and waste type at the Landfill and Transfer Stations go to: www.larimer.org/solidwaste click on “Disposal,”

“Location and Hours,” “Fees,” then “Current Landfill Fees.” Rates for 2014 will be posted by the end of the year. For further information, contact Stephen Gillette, Solid Waste director at sgillette@larimer.org, 970-498-5762.

Larimer County residents can drop off their Christmas trees for recycling at the Larimer County Landfill at 5887 S. Taft Hill Rd., Fort Collins, free of charge begin-ning Friday, Dec. 20, through Jan. 21, 2014. Trees must be “cleaned up” before being dropped off — all lights, tinsel, garland, plastic wrap, tree stands, wire, rope, nails, and any other foreign materials must be removed from the trees before recycling. Flocked trees (those decorated with fake snow) cannot be recycled. Also accepted for re-cycling all year round are wrapping paper, packaging paper and greet-ing cards.

Regular hours at the landfill are Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please note, how-ever, that the landfill, Household Hazardous Waste Facility (HHW), and Recycling Drop-Off area will close at 2:30 p.m. Dec. 24 and Dec. 31. The business office and Gar-bage Garage will close at noon both days. All operations will be closed on Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. All Landfill facilities will be open on Friday, Dec. 27 during their normal operating hours.

For more details about what can be recycled in Larimer County, call 498-5760 or visit www.larimer.org/solidwaste. For the latest informa-tion on unscheduled landfill closures (usually due to high winds), call the 24-hour information line at 498-5770.

Boat ramps at Carter Lake Reservoir County Park and Horse-tooth Reservoir County Parkhave reopened, following a recent closure due to below freezing temperatures over the past few days.

Ramp operations and Aquatic Nuisance Species inspections at the North Ramp of Carter Lake and the South Bay ramp of Horsetooth Reservoir will resume between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Wednes-day through Sunday until further notice. Be sure and check the latest information before making the trip to go boating as conditions can change rapidly. The latest informa-tion is available at www.larimer.org/naturalresources/boating_inspec-tions.htm

Artists of all ages — grab your paint brushes, pencils, and cam-eras and help inspire public ap-preciation of open spaces through your art work. The Larimer County Department of Natural Resources is seeking professional visual artist applicants for 2014. The selected “Artist of the Year” will have the op-portunity to create a piece of visual art inspired by a Larimer County park or open space which they will donate to the county. The Larimer County Natural Resources Depart-ment will host a public celebration of the final submitted artwork, will display the work for public viewing in a Larimer County building, and will publicize the selected artist whenever appropriately possible. The artist will host one public art-related program in order to increase the public’s appreciation of open spaces through art. For applica-tion and other information, please refer to the following website: www.larimer.org/naturalresources/open-lands/artist.htm. Applications are due by 4:30 p.m. Feb. 22, 2014. Please contact Meegan Flenniken at Larimer County Department of Natural Resources at 970-619-4562 or mflenniken@larimer.org with any questions.

House of Neighborly Service still needs food of all kinds, espe-cially breakfast cereal and peanut butter. Urgent need for paper prod-

ucts.BHS woodworking classes are

looking for any unwanted hardwood or softwood boards for student projects. We can also use Corian countertop pieces of various sizes. Please contact Robb Sommerfeld at 970-613-7719 or Robert.sommer-feld@thompsonschools.org.

Do you have a problem with math? Free math-tutoring services are provided every Wednesday from 1:10 - 3 p.m. in room 135 at BHS. This informal service for students of any math subject including AP math subjects is provided by a former math teacher.

You got a problem with chemis-try? There is help. Free tutoring ser-vices are provided every Thursday from 6:30 – 8 p.m in room 135. This is an open, informal environment for all AP Chemistry and Chemis-try II students. This is a volunteer service provided by a chemist with 20+ years professional experience.

Visit the McCarty-Fickel Home historic house museum at 645 Seventh St. in Berthoud. Operated by the Berthoud Historical Society. Tours by appointment. Call 970-532-1916 in advance to arrange a tour.

Scheduled MeetingsAARP meets on the second

Wednesday of each month at the Lions Depot on Third Steet at 5 p.m. for a covered-dish supper. Please bring something to share with everyone. For more informa-tion, please contact Curtis Wilson at 532-2638.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets at the Berthoud Lions Club every Monday and Friday nights from 8 to 9 p.m. Anyone desiring to quit drinking is welcome. There are no dues or fees. For more information, please call 532-4653.

A Balance and Fall Prevention Class is being held weekly. It’s free. Drop-ins are welcome to attend. Classes are held at the Berthoud Area Community Center every Tues-day from 9 -9:45 a.m. Please call 970-532-2730 for more information.

Berthoud Area Transporta-tion Service (BATS) is available for Berthoud residents on a demand-response basis. Call 532-3049 to make a reservation or for more information. Service is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Berthoud Fire Protection District board meets on the third Tuesday of every month at the Ber-thoud Area Community Center, 248 Welch Ave. Agendas are available two days prior to the meetings by calling 532-2264. All meetings are open to the public.

Berthoud Library board meets on the first Thursday of every month in the library community room at 7 p.m.

Berthoud Lions Club meets on the first and third Thursday nights at 6:30 p.m. They meet at the Lions Depot at Third and Massachusetts. The depot is available for rent, con-tact Sam Waldo at 532-2001. For more information about the Lions Club call Bob Talley at 532-2228. The Lions are available to loan out supplies for handicapped or dis-abled people. Contact Curtis Wilson at 532-2638.

Berthoud Parents As Teachers is a free service for all families liv-ing in Berthoud who are expecting a child or with children ages birth to five. It includes personalized visits/parent education, group meetings and developmental screenings. Bilingual services available. Contact Rhonda Richer at 970-215-0305 or Rhonda@thefamilycenterfc.org. http://berthoudpat.weebly.com.

Berthoud TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Wednesday at 8 a.m. at the Lions Club depot. Call Julie for information at 970-587-6424. TOPS is a non-profit, non-commercial weight-loss

support group.Celebrate Recovery — 12-step

program for anyone with hurts, habits or hang-ups. Wednesdays 5:30 - 9 p.m. at 250 Mountain Ave., Berthoud. Call 532-9886 during of-fice hours. Call for more information 532-9886.

First Presbyterian Church adult bible study, every Sunday at 8:30 a.m. Facilitated by Rev. Jerry Groves. Eighth Steet and Massachu-setts Avenue. Everyone welcome.

Friends of the Library board meets in the library community room at 3 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month.

Historic Preservation Advi-sory Committee meets monthly on the second Monday at 7 p.m. in the Town of Berthoud offices board room. For information call 970-581-4603.

Job’s Daughters Bethel #37 meets on the first and third Friday of each month at 7:15 p.m. at the Longmont Masonic Building, 312 Main St. The organization is open to girls between the ages of 10 and 20 who are interested in self-improve-ment and service to community. For details contact Megan Fritts 970-213-9050. All girls are welcome.

Justin Bauer Memorial Post #67 of the American Legion meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Berthoud Area Com-munity Center, 7 p.m. Contact Paul Talafuse for more information, 532-4498.

Larimer County Commissioner Tom Donnelly is in Berthoud the fourth Wednesday of every month at the Lighthouse Cafe at 8:30 a.m.

The Larimer County Republi-can office is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sign up to volunteer and help with voter registration, set up and staff booths at events, walk in the parades, make phone calls, assist in your precinct and many other activities. 4020 S. College Ave., Unit 11 in Fort Collins. 970-224-2577 or www.larimerGOP.org.

Larimer County Open Lands — All meetings will be held on the fourth Thursday of each month with the exception of November and December at 500 E. Third St. in Loveland. Meeting time is from 5 – 8 p.m. Please call 679-4534 if you need more information.

Larimer County Planning Com-mission meets on the third Wednes-day of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Hearing Room, 200 W. Oak St., first floor, Fort Collins. www.larimer.org/bcc/meetings

Little Thompson Water District Board of Directors meeting dates and agendas are posted on their website at www.ltwd.org. The dis-trict office is at 835 E. Highway 56, Berthoud.

Longs Peak Networking meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. with the goal of assisting with your job search or overall career development. lpnet.org. Life Bridge Church, west on Highway 66 from the intersection of Highway 287 (Main St.), Long-mont. Main entrance on west side.

Loveland Classical Schools will hold informational meetings on Oct. 8, Nov. 12, and Dec. 10. All meetings are from 7-9 p.m. at Loveland Classi-cal School, 3835 14th St. Southwest in Loveland.

Moms in Touch is currently meeting to pray for our school-aged students, teachers, staff and schools each Wednesday from 9-10 a.m. We would love to have you join us at Grace Place (upstairs). Any ques-tions, contact Kim Land at 532-9886.

MOPS group is meeting at Berthoud Family Church located at 39820 Nations Way, just west of town on 56 to the curve, then it is to the east of the Carter Lake turn-off on County Road 23. The group meets the first and third Friday of each month at 9:30 a.m.

Planning Commission meets

on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 7 p.m. at town hall.

Reminisce meets on the first and third Mondays of each month at 11 a.m. in the Berthoud Area Com-munity Center.

Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (SALT) meets the third Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. in the Berthoud Area Community Center.

Tree Advisory Committee meets on the third Monday of each month at town hall at 6 p.m.

Wisdom Seekers will be meet-ing every Thursday, 9-11 a.m. at Grace Place in Berthoud, beginning Aug. 29 through March 2014. To register, or for more information, please contact Jill at 970-532-4936 or jtbieri@hotmail.com or Donna at 303-775-4006 or rose55@aol.com.

PT custodial work wanted. 12 yrs exp. at elem. school. 412-0642 or 214-4316Exp. piano teacher, have openings for students. 214-4316

SERVICES

January events at the Berthoud Community Library

Six-week yoga — storytime program

The Berthoud Community Library District invites your K-2nd-grader to join Sandy and Christy for a dynamic, body-and-mindful story time. This six-week program is a great introduction to yoga and an active way for kids to stretch and focus while enjoying an engaging read-aloud. Program begins Jan. 9 at 4 p.m. and runs every Thursday through Feb. 13. For questions please call 970-532-2757.Take a fresh look: a self-image booster for tweens and teens When: Jan. 14 at 4:30 p.m. We will cover topics like, why are models so thin you can practi-cally fold them in half and mail them in an envelope? And how come the media tells us we need to buy things in order to be “in” or “cool?” Community experts will promote healthy alternatives to combat damaging or unhealthy habits by sharing some personal stories and tips about eating, skin care, and exercise, and teach techniques for relaxation and sus-taining your mental focus.STEM Saturdays: Edible planets When: Jan. 18 at 1 p.m.Compare and contrast Earth and Mars. Make an edible model of each planet to help illustrate the geographic similarities and differ-ences. Eat your planet or take it home after the program.

Experienced Nail Tech needed for busy salon. Need to be self-motivat-ed, team player, & want to build a clientele. Call 970-532-1066 to set up an interview.

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Little Thompson Water District is seeking a qualified applicant for a meter reader. This position requires a high school diploma and two years employment in field or office work, which involved public contact. A complete job description and district job application are available at www.ltwd.org or at the district office. To apply for this position, please submit your resume, current driving record, and district application by e-mail to: littlethompsonwater@gmail.com, or by mail to: 835 E. Highway 56, Berthoud, CO 80513. Applica-tions will be accepted through Jan. 17, 2014.

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