Wash Park Profile — October 2015

INDIGENOUS FILM FESTIVAL A rich offering from many cultures

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REBEL ROUSERSThe new school year has begun at South

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AFFORDABLE HOUSINGDenver contemplates solutionsto a growing problem

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Vote!by Arika Long

In November, Denver faces the possibility of elect-ing a school board united in support for the district administration’s school reform agenda. Chalk-

beat’s “BoardTracker” database shows that since late 2014 District 5 board member Arturo Jimenez, who is term-limited, has been the single dissenting vote on a board that has approved every agenda item presented by the school district since 2013. With three of seven seats up for election in November, majority board sup-port for the district will remain regardless of the elec-tion outcome. However, voters have the opportunity to determine the magnitude of board support for the dis-trict’s reform agenda and the board’s approach to over-seeing implementation of the district’s strategic plan.

A school board is a fulcrum of power in its com-munity. According to Colorado law, the local school board is the policy-making body for the Denver Public Schools (DPS). Local school board members are lay-people who, in addition to determining district policy, also represent and navigate the community’s concerns about its public schools. When Denver voters elect rep-resentatives to the board, they give these individuals the responsibility of interpreting the needs of approx-

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Halloween Fun GuideGhosts, pumpkins, treats

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Broadway SupplementDenver’s historic thoroughfare

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SCHOOL BOARD CANDIDATESA brief introduction

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History: Merchants Parkby Pam Marquez

When I was researching the short history of the Industrial and Mining Exposition of 1882-

1884 (The Profile, July, 2015), I was in-trigued by it’s spin-off: Merchants Park, a baseball stadium on South Broadway. You may recall that the Exposition — stretching from Virginia to Exposition, and from Broadway to Logan — had housed both a velodrome and a ball park. Merchants Park stood for decades on the west side of Broadway, stretch-ing from Exposition to Center.

There is agreement among his-torical sources that the ballpark in the Exposition gave rise to Merchants Park, but the line of evolution is not clear. Certainly the field was not Denver’s first baseball stadium. One of the earliest was Broadway Grounds, which was the home of the Denver Brown Stockings. Later, Broadway Park was located at Sixth and Broadway. This was the home of the Denver Grizzlies, who later played under the much more well-known club name: the Denver Bears. But Merchants Park was the first Denver ballpark to be sub-stantial enough to welcome big names like Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth. It was

Denver’s main ballpark for decades, and was the Bears’ home field, until 1948.

Who played at Merchants Park? Several clubs, most notably the Bears,

In Washington Park, summer is giving way slowly to fall. See Dave Ohman’s reflections on the place of the park in south Denver on page 13. Above is a view of the recently replanted gardens that can be found on the park’s west side, along Downing, between Exposition and Ohio. The gardens were planted late this year because of extensive construction involving the park’s underground waterworks. PHOTO BY DAVE OHMAN.

but also a host of other Denver teams. Many local teams came to play, includ-ing Lowry’s team. In those days, teams were commonly not only funded by, but

also named for, commercial concerns. For instance, the May Company (later May

THE DENVER BEARS AT MERCHANTS PARK ON OPENING DAY IN 1923. Owner Milt Ansfinger holds on to the mascot. PHOTO FROM DENVER PUBLIC LIBRARY, WESTERN HISTORY COLLECTION, RMN-050-8914.

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Inside the profi le Vote! ...................................................................... 1History: Merchants Park .................................... 1Affordable Housing ............................................. 2The Profi le Supplements .................................... 2Business as Usual ............................................... 3Calendar of Events .............................................. 4School Board Candidates................................... 6School Board Election Summary ...................... 7Schlessman YMCA Facelift ................................. 8People of South Denver ...................................11Coats for Colorado ............................................12Washington Park in the Fall ............................13DU’s Best-Kept Secret .......................................13Breast Cancer Awareness ................................15On Broadway .....................................................17Indigenous Film Festival ..................................24Arts & Events .....................................................25Service Directory ...............................................28Classifieds...........................................................29University Park News & Views ........................30Overland Neighborhood ..................................30Letters to the Editor .........................................32Rebel Rousers ....................................................33Wildlife: Winter Feeding ...................................34New Solutions for Food Deserts .....................34Gardening...........................................................35Waters Departs South ......................................35Home Sweet Home ........................................... 36

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Denver’s Next Bold Step on Affordable Housing by Mayor Michael Hancock, Councilwoman Robin Kniech and Councilman Albus Brooks

While attainable housing is foundational to every person’s life, the reality is that Denver’s

skyrocketing rents and home prices threaten to squeeze out low- and moder-ate-income families and seniors. South-east Denver’s neighborhoods have felt that impact, and we must ensure they remain affordable places to live and raise a family. We are proud of our standard of living and it is incumbent upon all of

us to safeguard Denver’s high quality of life. We cannot afford to lose housing for our teachers, fi refi ghters and nurses any more than we can afford to lose busi-nesses because their workers cannot fi nd decent housing. We hear your concerns. We stand with you. Denver can do more and we are taking action.

Access to affordable housing is key to economic stability. It keeps Denver diverse and inclusive, enhancing our vitality. Affordability is also essential to maintaining a strong workforce and recruiting new businesses. Investing more in affordable housing will pay div-idends to families, seniors and workers, as well as improving Denver’s overall economy and quality of life.

Denver has already spurred the cre-ation of almost 2,000 new affordable units, helped hundreds of families with down-payment and mortgage assistance and created a $10 million dollar revolv-ing loan to build housing for our work-force. We’ve also launched innovative fi nancing to help homeless individuals into housing instead of paying for emer-gency, stop-gap accommodation, and we have updated the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. To catch up and then keep up with the need in our city, the next bold step is to dedicate Denver’s fi rst-ever, annual source of funding to build

and preserve a full range of affordable housing.

We’re proposing the exploration of two sources that could be dedicated for this purpose.

First, there is a need for a broad-based and reliable source of reve-nue that brings our entire community

To catch up and keep up with the need in our city, the next bold step is to dedicate Denver’s fi rst-ever, annual source of funding to build and preserve a full range of affordable housing.

together to be a part of this solution, in the same way we fund other city priori-ties such as parks and libraries. In 2012, voters authorized the city to keep prop-erty tax mills that had been assessed and returned to citizens as credits. We pro-

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The Profi le SupplementsSupplements are special sections with thematic content. This month we’re

exploring the vibrant businesses along the Broadway corridor offering a vast array of dining, shopping and other activities for your enjoyment. Below is a heads-up on the supplements offered through February 2016:

November-December 2015: Holiday GivingCreative ideas for shopping and buying local for the holiday season. Look

for coupons galore and guidance on how you can contribute money or time to worthy charitable organizations during the holidays and beyond.

January 2016: LifestyleSupport for your commitment to health, fi tness, and winter season activi-

ties. Our market is full of businesses focused on your well-being that can kick-start your new year with a healthy lifestyle.

February 2016: Dining GuideOne of two Dining Guides we offer annually featuring some of the best

restaurants in Metro Denver. No matter your culinary preferences, the restau-rants in this issue will satisfy the most discerning palette.

ABOVE IS AN AFFORDABLE APARTMENT PROJECT NEAR THE EVANS LIGHT RAIL STATION. This complex was funded by Denver’s Transit Oriented Fund.

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Business As Usual

by Kerry Hammond

Please notify us of business-related news within your neighborhood so we can provide coverage in “Business as Usual.” This is the place for business anniversaries, key personnel changes, relocations, openings, new product or service off erings, residential or commercial developments, political intrigues and ownership changes. Call us at 303-778-8021 or send an email to bau@washparkprofi le.com.

Baker HistoricI’m going to start off with a bang and

hit you with an opening and a closing, of sorts, all in the same paragraph. The Salvagetti bike store’s Baker location called The Annex is “closing.” It’s been sold to the store manager, Ryan Santoski, who will rename the 8 W. Ellsworth Ave. shop Totem Cyclery (totemcyclery.com). Denver bikers, especially the year-round diehards, will be happy to learn that

nothing is really closing and Totem will continue to serve the neighborhood.

Cherry CreekStarbucks (starbucks.com) has been

working on adding alcohol to its menu for quite some time now and it’s fi nally happening. The Denver Metro area is getting 9 of the 70 locations and one is right here in our own Cherry Creek. The 250 Columbine St. store will be one of the stores offering wine, beer and tapas from 4p.m. until closing. Caffeine lovers need not worry, they will continue to serve their coffee drinks as well.

A little bit of California is due to arrive in Cherry Creek by the end of this year. Vitality Bowls (vitalitybowls.com) is bringing its exotic, fruit-based, yogurt-esque, ice-free, berry-fi lled bowls to Colorado. The franchisee chose a spot in Cherry Creek as the landing point and the berry goodness will soon be served at 2702 E. 3rd Ave. The menu will include salads, soups and paninis as well.

Cherry Creek is abuzz with new places to eat and we’ve got another one to tell you about. Blue Island Oyster Bar (blueislandoysterbar.com) is now open at 2625 E. Second St. Brought to you by the creators of Humboldt Farm, Fish and Wine, this restaurant team describes their new venture as “dock to dish.” That sounds like the seafood version of farm-to-table, so it’s sure to be a hit. Check out their menu. They had me at lobster rolls.

HilltopCongratulations to Lark Burger

(larkburger.com). The 2700 S. Colorado Blvd. restaurant was honored with the Certifi ed Green Business Partners desig-nation by Denver Environmental Health. We love our green here in Colorado, and it’s nice to see businesses who step up and are rewarded for their efforts. Spoiler alert: there was a second honoree busi-ness in the Virginia Village neighbor-hood. Read on to see who it was.

Platt ParkHappy Anniversary to The Dentists

on Pearl (thedentistsonpearl.com). The offi ce, located at 1905 S. Pearl St., has been providing its patients with beau-tiful smiles for three years. Join them for an anniversary celebration on Oct. 2 from 4-7p.m. They’re promising a back-yard bash with face painting for the kids and beer for the adults, so you won’t want to miss it.

Mayu Meditation Sanctuary is also celebrating this month. Happy fourth anniversary to this Platt Park commu-nity meditation center (mayusanctuary.com).

Join Mayu at 1804 S. Pearl St. on Oct. 3 from 10a.m.-2p.m. and enjoy snacks, giveaways and more fun. You might learn how to add a little peace and tran-quility to an otherwise hectic life. Mayu offers meditation supplies, classes and retreats.

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Calendar Of Events

Halloween

Sat, 10/03 | 4:00p.m.Magic, Mystery and MusicDenver Pops Orchestra begins its season with a fantastic fall line-up of high energy magical music sure to get you in the Halloween spirit. Enjoy Night on Bald Mountain, Masquerade Suite, Harry Potter and more. Historic Grant Avenue, 216 S. Grant Ave.denverpopsorchestra.org

Sat, Sun 10/03-10/04 | 10:00a.m.-4:00p.m.Pumpkin Harvest FestivalAn old-time fall festival like the ones you remember! Build a scarecrow, take a horse-drawn wagon ride, pick a pumpkin from the patch, check out historic demonstrations and more! Admission is free, but there is a charge for food and some activities. | 720-865-0800Four Mile Historic Park, 715 South Forest St.fourmilepark.org

Wednesdays, 10/14-10/28 | 6:00p.m.-9:00p.m.Glow at the Gardens At night the Gardens are transformed into a glowing wonder-land, with activities for the whole family. Including pumpkin displays, luminaries, ghost stories, music, food and more. Three different themed nights: sea, dinosaur and Halloween, $8-$12. | 720-865-3580Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St. Platt Park Parentsbotanicgardens.org

Fri, 10/16 | 2:00p.m.-3:00p.m.Active Minds: Colorado Ghost StoriesTiptoe through the haunted houses and ghoulish graveyards of the area with ghost stories associated with the Stanley Hotel, Cheesman Park, the Molly Brown House and more, free. | 720-865-0940Virginia Village branch library, 1500 S. Dahlia St.activeminds.com

Fri, 10/16 | 6:30p.m.-9:00p.m.Hallow-Teen: Elixirs, Potions and PoisonsBe forewarned, this poisonous party is not for the faint of

heart! Concoct powerful potions, venture into the darkest reaches of the exhibit, discern the difference between venom-ous and villainous and dine on a dinner for the undead, ages 13-17, $10. | 303.370.6000Denver Museum of Nature and Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd.dmns.org

Saturdays, 10/17-10/31 and 10/29, 10/30| 6:00p.m.Ghosts in the GardensThe tours take place after public hours and guides share haunting stories of the Gardens’ creepy history and overnight security staff ghost encounters. Includes access to the Waring House mansion, ages 12+, $27. | 720-865-3580Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St.botanicgardens.org

Saturdays, 10/17, 10/24 | 7:30p.m.-9:00p.m.Adult Pumpkin CarvingEach duo receives one pumpkin, a pattern, a mini-kit of master carver Barry Brown’s favorite carving tools and instruction. Participants welcome to bring snacks and beverages, including alcohol. Ages 21+, $49/duo. | 720-865-3580Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St.botanicgardens.org

Fri, 10/23 | 7:30p.m.-9:30p.m. & Sat, 10/24 | 2:00p.m.-4:00p.m.BOO!BOO! Join us for the Cherry Creek Chorale’s 36th Season at an interactive Halloween concert designed for KIDS OF ALL AGES. Costumes (yours included), contests with prizes and a special guest conductor will create a fun filled party. | 303-789-5920Bethany Lutheran Church, 4500 E. Hampden Ave.cherrycreekchorale.org

Sat, 10/24 | 10:00a.m.-1:00p.m.Harvest Festival & Fall Open HouseCelebrate the changing seasons and learn more about the teachers and programs at Montessori School of Washington Park. Come one, come all, children and parents alike to enjoy fun activities and experience this unique educational environ-ment. | 303-722-7708Montessori School of Washington Park, 320 S. Sherman St.mswp.org

Pumpkin PaloozaGather your friends, family and neighbors on Saturday, October 24 from 10a.m.-noon at the Platt Park playground (between Florida and Iowa on South Logan Street) for the Third Annual Pumpkin Palooza, a pumpkin decorating extravaganza organized by Platt Park Parents (PlattParkParents.com)! Make sure you bring your own pumpkin, markers, paints, brushes and any other pumpkin decorating supplies. Let's not feed the Platt Park squirrels just yet — please keep carving tools at home. Don't be shy, wear your Halloween costumes — superheroes, mermaids, witches and pirates are all welcome! This is a homegrown neighborhood event. Your attendance and participation help make it fabulous. See you there! And don't forget it's BYOP (Bring Your Own Pumpkin)!

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“Only one of every � ve ninth graders graduate DPS in four years ready for college. I know we can do better.”

Robert SpethDPS Parent

“Robert will be a strong advocate for

ALL of Denver’s students and

communities.”

Jeannie KaplanFormer Denver School

Board member

Paid for by Robert Speth for School Board – Scott Gilpin – Treasurer

School Board Candidates

Below are statements submitted by the six candidates running for the School Board of the Denver Public

Schools (DPS). We have placed them in alphabetical order.

Katie ButkovichIt’s time to reclaim the promise of

public education — not as it is today or as it was in the past, but as it can be — to fulfill our collective obligation to help all children succeed. Reclaiming the promise is about fighting for neighborhood public schools that are safe, welcoming places for teaching and learning.

Reclaiming the promise is about ensuring that properly certified teachers and qualified school staff are well-pre-pared, are fully funded and supported, have manageable class sizes and have time to collaborate so they can meet the individual needs of every child.

Reclaiming the promise is about making sure our children have an engag-ing curriculum that focuses on teaching and learning, not testing and includes arts, music, civics education includ-ing social responsibility and democracy, physical education, health education, character education and the sciences.

Reclaiming the promise is about ensuring that children and their families have access to wraparound services to meet their social, emotional and health needs.

The promise is under attack by those who demand and pursue austerity, polar-ization and privatization and de-pro-fessionalization. By uniting our voices — parents, students, teachers, school staff and the community — we can reclaim the promise.

Together, we will ensure that all chil-dren have the opportunity to dream their dreams and achieve them.

We will put the public back in public education.

We will help our public schools become centers of their communities, secure a voice and respect for those clos-est to the classroom and fulfill public education’s purpose as a propeller of our economy, an anchor of democracy and a gateway to racial, social and economic justice.

Lisa FloresI grew up in Denver and am a prod-

uct of the DPS. I have seven family mem-bers, each of whom will become, as I am, a DPS graduate. In addition to being an East High graduate, I have worked as an advocate for Denver’s children, their edu-cational opportunities and the numer-ous nonprofit organizations that support them for over 20 years. I am invested in improving the quality of education DPS provides to all children. I will work tire-lessly to bring educational equity to our district to better prepare our children for the promise of their future.

Our collective future depends on it.My family experienced firsthand how

a quality education, dedicated teachers and strong school leaders can make a profound impact on an individual child, which can change the collective legacy of a community. I am the granddaughter of migrant laborers and the first in my family to graduate from college. I served as a Peace Corps volunteer and then spent nine years working for three local com-munity-based nonprofits (Mi Casa, Girl Scouts and Denver Inner City Parish). I also served as mayoral appointee for

Governor Hickenlooper during his first term as mayor. Most recently, I worked for the Gates Family Foundation where I worked statewide to identify, support and fund educational initiatives to do two things: increase access to early childhood education and close the achievement gap for low-income children.

Happy HaynesI am seeking re-election to a second

term to accelerate the progress that has been made to boost student achievement and school quality and to drive additional innovation and change where current strategies and practices are not working effectively.

I am proud of the work I helped to lead that produced the Denver Plan 2020 with clear and ambitious 5 year goals for the District, expanded the groundbreaking teacher leadership program, expanded the work on equity and inclusion and student leadership, and increased the minimum wage for our paraprofessional educators, to name a few accomplishments.

I am also proud of my accomplish-ments in my prior role as the Chief Community Engagement Officer for the District in establishing for the first time the Office of Parent Engagement; build-ing a team of Community Engagement Specialists now serving directly in over 40 schools to provide additional resources and help meet the needs of families and students; creating a team of Regional Engagement Specialists to engage par-ents and community in plans to improve school quality; and creating additional forums for parent and student voice.

I want to focus greater attention on improving and changing the systems for recruiting, supporting and evaluating school leaders and expanding the leader-ship roles of teachers; investing more in the early grades to ensure grade level lit-eracy by 3rd grade, which data shows will substantially increase chances for suc-cessful graduation; dramatically increas-ing focus on strategies and investments to close the opportunity gap; providing a stronger emphasis on whole child devel-opment with a commitment to equity and inclusiveness, culturally responsive prac-tices and social emotional learning that is imbedded in instruction; creating greater flexibility for schools to meet the unique needs of their students and families while maintaining accountability for progress and success.

Michael KileyI’m proud to be a DPS parent. My son

goes to Edison Elementary and my daugh-ter attends Skinner Middle School. If

elected, I may be the only board member with kids in neighborhood schools.

I understand from my experi-ence as an active father what it takes to strengthen all our neighborhood schools.

I have worked tirelessly as a parent leader partnering with gifted principals, classroom teachers and the community to strengthen our schools. Last year I served as president of the Edison Elementary PTA. Previously, I was a parent leader in rallying over 1,000 supporters to help North High School get on the right track — after multiple failed district-led attempts to turn the school around.

Five years ago other parents and I committed to saving Skinner as a neigh-borhood middle school. We expanded offerings in honors, Spanish, visual arts and music, as well as after school activi-ties to engage all students. Our grassroots campaign expanded enrollment. Today, Skinner has a wait list.

Strong neighborhood schools are the heart of our communities. There is no quick fix or one-size-fits-all solution to strengthen schools; it takes all of us rolling up our sleeves working together. Our families — especially busy working families — count on their neighborhood school where they can be more active in their child’s education.

As your School Board member, I will be guided by these core beliefs:

There are no failing schools, only schools that we have failed;

Every school must offer strong aca-demics and arts, music, world language, athletics and after-school activities that families want;

We need more resources in the class-room and a leaner administration; and,

Every child must have a guaran-teed spot in a strong, district-run neigh-borhood school with a boundary. Public education should not be left to luck or a lottery.

Anne RoweI believe Denver's public schools are

the city's most important institutions. We owe it to every single child to ensure they have access to an excellent education, regardless of where they live.

Over the past four years we’ve made progress in this area, and our southeast Denver schools are leading the way, but there is much more to do. Unfortunately, too many of our kids and our families do not currently have access to a high-qual-ity school. We can change this. I am work-ing to change this.

I have three children who have attended DPS schools over the past 20 years. I've served as a board member for


the past four years and am currently the board’s vice president. I know our schools as a parent, an advocate and a board member. I've applied my knowledge from years of experience interacting with our local schools and my personal passion to make sure all children have the opportu-nity to pursue their passions and have the skills to be successful.

I'm committed to creating the right learning environment for all our kids. Each child is different and each child's needs are different. We can foster a system that supports all our children. This includes building strong schools in every neighborhood, high quality sup-port services for those who need extra help and school environments that are student-centered.

I’m committed to providing our teachers with the resources, materials and peer-to-peer training they need to teach well now and adapt to an ever changing and increasingly complicated world.

I am asking for your support and guidance. It’s going to take a lot of hard work — and our whole community — to be successful. I believe we can get there, which is why I’m running for a second

term on the School Board.

Robert SpethOnly one of every fi ve DPS ninth

graders graduate in four years ready for college. The achievement gap is per-sistent. Clearly, the policies of the past 10 years are not working. My opponent is part of a school board that has rub-ber-stamped every district recommenda-tion since 2013. These policies are failing our children. The district has failed to engage communities that it is supposed to serve. I am a parent of two DPS children and I live this reality every day. If elected, I will advocate the following policies.

Strong Neighborhood Schools: Every student should have the option to attend a strong neighborhood school with a well- rounded curriculum. We need to stop the trend of outsourcing Denver’s public schools to private corporations.

Support for Teachers: The trend of privatization means that many of our students are being taught by non-certi-fi ed teachers. We need to hire top- notch professional teachers and administrators who will work in a tight partnership with the parent community.

Reduction of Standardized Testing: The excessive testing regime that has been created is both warping and narrowing the classroom curriculum and it has also become the be-all and end-all in judging our schools and teachers. This is not how it should be and we need to drastically reduce the amount of testing and fi nd better ways to measure our schools and teachers.

Community collaboration: I will

listen to what our communities really need and I will work with and listen to parents, school leaders and community members to arrive at the best possible outcome for our students and communities.

The choice in this election is clear. Let’s work together and bring true reform to DPS. You can learn more and join our campaign by visiting our website: spethforstudents.org.

School Board Election SummaryEverything you need to know for the upcoming election. The gist: three seats on the Denver Public Schools Board of Education are up for

general election on November 3. District 1 incumbent Anne Rowe faces challenger Kristi Butkovich. Since Arturo Jimenez is unable to seek re-election to District 5 per term limits, Michael Kiley and Lisa Flores face off to fi ll the seat. Lastly, Robert Speth is running against incumbent Happy Haynes for the district’s single at-large seat.

The dates: October 26 is the voter registration deadline. November 3 is General Election Day.

To register, the handy dandy Denvergov.org site has an easy-to-fi nd voter regis-tration link in the middle right of the page.

For a map of locations, on the Denvergov.org home page type “Voting Locations” into the search at top right and your fi rst result will be the city’s dynamic, user-friendly map.

Information courtesy of Ballotpedia: ballotpedia.org

KRISTI BUTKOVICH District One

LISA FLORES District Five

HAPPY HAYNES At Large

MICHAEL KILEY District Five

ANNE ROWE District One

ROBERT SPETH At Large


Schlessman YMCA Gets a Major Facelift by Jill Farschman

Since 1958, Schlessman YMCA (denverymca.org), on Yale Avenue in University Hills, has provided

the area with a safe, inclusive place for fi tness, youth development and com-munity gathering. The fi rst phase of a $7 million renovation project has been completed with the addition of a new entrance, cardio room and warm water pool. The fi nal phase, including a new weight room and youth center, should be fi nished by December 2015. In total, nearly 13,000 square feet of space is being added to the already impressive 60,000 two-building campus.

“The Schlessman Family YMCA has been a fi xture in our community for over 50 years. And now we’re excited to be able to offer even more services and amenities to help people live healthier, fi ght disease and care for their families, all with a true sense of belonging,” states Jim Hiner, President and CEO, YMCA of Metropolitan Denver.

A new zero-entry (no steps) warm water pool is therapeutic for those with arthritis or simply preferring higher temperature. This pool’s average tem-perature is 88 degrees whereas the main indoor lap pool is six degrees cooler on average. The warmer water is ideal for children’s swim lessons and there is a water play area that will delight kids of all ages.

The new cardio fi tness room fea-tures the latest equipment and an extensive schedule of class offerings. A number of video screens show a variety of programming selections. New locker

rooms for families and individuals makes securing valuables and changing clothes hassle-free. Additional parking spaces and resurfaced lot upgrade the facility’s appearance while improving visitors’ experience.

“As the University Hills community is evolving and growing. The Schlessman Y is welcoming new, young families, while continuing to keep seniors healthy and connected. We are committed to supporting our diverse community with facilities that serve as a welcoming place for all,” adds Hiner.

An ongoing capital campaign is funding this project. If you’re inter-ested in giving fi nancial support, donate online or contact Neil Alderson at 720-524-2760 for more information.

THE NEW WARM-WATER, ZERO-ENTRY POOL is just part of the continuing renovation of the University Hills Schlessman YMCA. PHOTO COURTESY OF SCHLESSMAN YMCA.

pose exploring the dedication of up to $13 million a year for affordable hous-ing. This fund would be stable over time and would cost the typical homeowner only $25 to $50 a year.

Second, we will explore a modest fee on new development to help miti-gate the housing demand those projects stimulate. Called a “housing linkage” or “impact fee,” this approach is a best practice in other cities across the coun-try to help balance growth with hous-ing demand. Development cycles go up and down with the economy, so while an important tool, this fee must be paired with the more stable property tax source to ensure the city can maintain a steady commitment to affordable housing.

From life-saving housing with sup-portive services for the homeless, to much needed workforce rental housing and wealth-building homeownership opportunities, over ten years, $15 mil-lion of dedicated revenue would provide more than fi ve times more homes than we could build with the city’s existing resources. Recognizing that even more is needed, however, we also propose a package of policies ranging from stron-ger notice and rights for the city to preserve existing affordable housing, approaches that help keep families able to afford their existing homes and tax or fee relief for developers of affordable housing.

A conversation with stakehold-

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ers, civic leaders and the rest of the city council to fl esh out the details of this proposal is beginning now, with updates to and opportunities for input from the broader public in the coming months as well. The good news is that increased resources could start right away: pending council approval, the 2016 budget proposes $8 million for preservation and construction of affordable homes, more than doubling previous investments.

Housing is a key foundation of any community and this is our call to action. We welcome your partnership and your feedback, directed to mayorsoffi [email protected]; [email protected]; or [email protected].

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Sat, 10/24 | 11:00a.m.-12:00 p.m.Halloween CreeptasticDrop in for some creepy Halloween fun. Discover what blood is made of, get slimed and then make your own Halloween craft. Come in costume! Ages 5-9, free. | 720-865-0955Ross-University Hills branch library, 4310 E. Amherst Ave.denverlibrary.org

Sun, 10/25 | 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.Family Workshop: Traditions of Día de los Muertos and Sugar SkullsMake and decorate sugar skulls while discovering the cultural signifi cance of these important icons. Participants take home a sugar skull. $47/per family of 5. | 720-865-3580Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St. botanicgardens.org

Thu, 10/29 | 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.Halloween Party!Enjoy "Bagels of Doom" while making not-so-spooky Halloween crafts. All ages, free. | 720-865-0240Eugene Field branch library, 810 S. University Blvd.denverlibrary.org

Fri, 10/30 | 3:00p.m.-6:00p.m.Trick or Treat StreetWear your best costume, scary or sweet, and stroll down DPL's ghoulish Trick or Treat Street! Explore the entire Central Library for trick or treating, storytelling, games and crafts. For families with preschoolers - 5th grade. | 720-865-1111Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkwaydenverlibrary.org

Sat, 10/31 | 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.Halloween FunStop in the Children's Pavilion for wacky and kooky Halloween activities and games anytime during the day. | 720-865-1111Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkwaydenverlibrary.org

Sat, 10/31 | 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.Historic HalloweenTrick-or-treat around the museum and meet famous Coloradans of the past, like William Green Russell and Molly Brown. Free with admission. | 303-866-2394History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadwayhistorycolorado.org

Sat, 10/31 | 11:00a.m.-12:00p.m.Halloween Bauble Magnet The front of your refrigerator should be scary, too. Come to magnet making 101 and take home a fun holiday magnet (or two!) to dress up those metal surfaces. | 720-865-0940Virginia Village branch library, 1500 S. Dahlia St.denverlibrary.org

Sat, 10/31 | 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.Family Workshop: Pumpkin carving for Día de los MuertosFamilies are guided through tips and techniques of pump-

kin carving, including custom Día de los Muertos patterns, with a lighting ceremony on an altar-type display. Each family takes home a pumpkin and carving kit, $47/per family of 5. | 720-865-3580Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St.botanicgardens.org

Sat, 10/31 | 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.Active Minds: Salem WitchesSeek to understand the extraordinary series of events coupled with the hysterical reaction of the community, that resulted in what is referred to as the Salem Witch Hunt, in 1692, Salem, Massachusetts, free. | 720-865-0955Ross-University Hills branch library, 4310 E. Amherst Ave.activeminds.com

Sat, 10/31 | 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.Halloween Parade and Costume ContestKids, show off your fun and spooky Halloween costume at the annual parade and costume contest. Enter for a chance to win big! | 720-865-0240Eugene Field branch library, 810 S. University Blvd.denverlibrary.org

Classes , Lectures & ForumsFri, 10/02-Sat, 10/31 LearnOnMSU is off ering brief (1-4 sessions), not-for-credit, on campus continuing education classes ranging from Healthy Cookingto Film-making on a Budget. Courses run $10/hour, 6-8p.m. Admission to MSU-Denver not required. Off erings/register online. Metropolitan State University of Denver, 890 Auraria Parkwaymsudenver.edu/learnon

Fridays, Saturdays, 10/02- 10/31Art ClassesOff ered in an intimate gallery setting, taught by Georgia Amar, Lindsey Hubbell or guest instructors. For newcomers or those ready to take the next step. Fridays, 1-3:30p.m. or Saturdays, 2-4:30p.m., $225 for a fi ve week session, all ages. | 303-534-9740Habitat Gallery & Studio, 828 Santa Fe Driveartdistrictonsantafe.com

Fri, 10/02 | 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.Active Minds: The Great DepressionTake a look back and examine the origins of the depression and its legacy as well as take a look at it through the lens of our current economic environment, free. | 303-733-4643Eugene Field branch library, 810 S. University Blvd.activeminds.com

Fri, 10/02 | 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.POPS! - New Preludes, Off ertories and PostludesDr. Faythe Freese presents a workshop for church organists and other interested people. She will address the very prac-tical topic of new service music for the organ, including her own publications. The cost for the workshop is $10. Sat, 10/03Augustana Lutheran Church, 5000 E. Alameda Ave.

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Sat, 10/03 | 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.Yoga for AdultsYoga taught in a safe, fun and supportive environment. This class has a focus on asanas (physical poses), breath work and meditation, free. | 720-865-0220Decker Branch Library, 1501 S. Logan St. denverlibrary.org

Sat, 10/03 | 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.Day of the Dead Mask Making with Kit HernandezArt Students League's faculty off er demonstrations in their medium around town in the Demo & Dialogue series. Take advantage of this opportunity to observe artists in action and participate in a lively dialogue about their techniques, $5. | 303-778-6990Su Teatro Cultural and Performing Arts Center, 721 Santa Fe Driveasld.org

Sat, 10/03 | 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.Exposed: Tragedy and Triumph in Mountain Climbing with Authors Brad and Melissa McQueenLocal authors detail their harrowing experience stranded overnight in a blizzard on Mt. Evans. Including events and mistakes leading up to their rescue along with other stories and adventures they have had over the years. | 720-865-0000Schlessman Family branch library, 100 Poplar St.denverlibrary.org

Sat, 10/03 | 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.Basic Self-DefenseLearn some basic personal safety and self-defense skills and techniques in a fun, relaxed environment. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes that you can move in. | 720-865-0955Ross-University Hills branch library, 4310 E. Amherst Ave.denverlibrary.org

Sat, 10/03 | 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.The Stompin' Ground Games with Warm Cookies of the RevolutionCelebrate Denver's unique social and ethnic landscape, where arts, culture and history collide in the name of civic pride. Each month, learn the history and current issues of a diff erent neighborhood, while experiencing cultural events, free. Ruby Hill Park, 1501 W. Jewell Ave.warmcookiesoftherevolution.org

Mon, 10/05 | 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.The Living Dream: 100 Years of Rocky Mountain National ParkDiscover the history of the park from early eras and into modern times. Through historical photographs and vintage movie footage, the story and characters of the park comes to life followed by a Q&A with producer Nick Mollé. RSVP required, $5. | 303-866-2394History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadwayhistorycolorado.org

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Sat, 10/10 | 7:00p.m.Community Forum for the Heart & Mind: Firefighters, Architects & Engineers Expose the Myths of 9/11Hear evidence of what really happened at the World Trade Center and dozens of myths about the building collapses in a film followed by a discussion with Richard Gage, founder of Architects and Engineers for 9/11 Truth. $10 donation. | 303-794-5565First Universalist Church, 4101 E. Hampden Ave.

Sun, 10/11 | 12:30p.m.Community Forum for the Heart & Mind: Near-Death ExperiencesSit in on a discussion exploring the nature of near-death expe-riences from a research and experiential perspective. Panel includes Nancy Rynes, Dr. Rex Finfgeld, Roy Hill and Dierdre Dewitt Maltby, free. | 303-794-5565First Universalist Church, 4101 E. Hampden Ave.

Mon, 10/12 | 7:00p.m.-8:30p.m.Putting a Face on Homo NalediPaleoartist John Gurche shares the process he uses to create forensically accurate and hauntingly realistic representations of our ancient human ancestors and how he came to be directly involved with the Homo naledi project. | 303-370-6000Denver Museum of Nature and Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd.dmns.org

Tue, 10/13| 10:15a.m.-11:15a.m.Active Minds: Venice, Biography of a CityDiscover the story of this distinct city, explore the most notable features and look at what the future holds for this city which is both sinking and shrinking as the waters rise and the full time residents move away, free. | 303-316-6359Jewish Community Center, 350 S. Dahlia St.activeminds.com

Tue, 10/13| 6:30p.m.-7:30p.m.Squares for CharityLearn to knit by making blanket squares for charity, or bring your own project to work on. Yarn and needles will be pro-vided. | 720-865-0135Ross-Broadway branch library, 33 E. Bayaud Ave.denverlibrary.org

Wed, 10/14 | 7:45a.m.-5:30p.m.Fall GatheringTake part in an offering of a variety of seminars to help build and enhance relationships, provide valuable educa-tion and programming, fostering a new sense of community among small business lenders and entrepreneurs. RSVP. | 303-657-0010Colorado Lending Source, 1441 18th St.

Mon, 10/05 | 6:00p.m.-7:30p.m.French Book ClubRead French books? Check out a reading group which reads and discusses in French led by Dr. Timothy Brown. The next book is Rien ne s’oppose à la nuit by Delphine de Vigan, all are welcome! Free/members and $5/non. | 303-831-0304Alliance Française de Denver, 571 Galapago St.afdenver.org

Wednesdays, 10/07-10/28 | 8:00a.m.-9:00a.m.Yoga For YOUFocus on flexibility, strength, balance and relaxation while learning to adapt poses for YOUR body. Movements are gentle and slow-paced, but not always easy. Bring your own mat, other props provided. $10 per class. All levels and drop-ins welcome. | 720-496-9101 or 303-722-7217Evanston Center for Spiritual Wholeness and Healing, 2122 S. Lafayette St.

Wednesdays, 10/07-10/28 | 9:30a.m.-11:30a.m.Wisdom Center WorkshopsAttend a workshop that aims to support and challenge those in the second half of life to a deeper spirituality and to new ways of serving God and neighbor. Weekly classes cover several topics on life issues. $15/each, RSVP required. | 303-756-3083Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, 2250 S. Harrison St.wisdomcentermpb.weebly.com

Wed, 10/07 | 5:30p.m.-7:00p.m.Fall Projects ClassLearn how to plant garlic, late season soil amendments and cold weather soil preparation, worm composting and cleaning up a garden. Develop an understanding of late season storage crop varieties, how to store them and why it is a good idea, $35. Ekar Farm, 6825 E. Alameda Ave.ekarfarm.org

Wed, 10/07 | 6:00p.m.-7:00p.m.Good Investing is BoringZachary Bouck, co-founder of Denver Wealth Management, will discuss how to make long term investment decisions based on multiple factors. | 720-865-0120Ross-Cherry Creek branch library, 305 Milwaukee St.denverlibrary.org

Wednesdays, 10/07-10/28 | 6:30p.m.-7:30p.m.The Center for Living from the Heart’s Study GroupSearching for answers to life that could provide a deeper and more meaningful experience of self? Group in DU area led by

two spiritual luminaries, this study group looks deeply into fun-damentals of living from the heart. | 303-339-0807meetup.com/Living-From-The-Heart-Study-Group

Thu, 10/08 | 1:30p.m.-3:30p.m.University Library Association Lecture, Featuring Danny SpungenSpungen acquired a collection of Holocaust paper materials from concentration camps and Jewish ghettos presenting a slideshow highlighting the exhibit "Eradicating Hate: A Paper Trail of Nazi Practice" and its history, RSVP required, $15. | 303-744-3733Anderson Academic Commons at DU, 2150 E. Evans Ave.library.du.edu/events

Fri, 10/09 | 11:00a.m.-12:00p.m.eBooks 101Download popular eBooks FREE from the Denver Public Library! Learn how to find, check out, download and transfer eBooks and audio eBooks to any device. If you have a device, please bring to class, free. | 720-865-0240Eugene Field branch library, 810 S. University Blvd.denverlibrary.org

Sat, 10/10 | 9:00a.m.-11:00a.m.Denver Urban Gardens/Denver Recycles Learn to Compost classLeaves, branches, grass clippings and food scraps make up more than half of what is sent to the landfill. Reduce that amount by learning how to compost, Wednesdays, 6-8p.m. & Saturdays, 9-11a.m., through October. RSVP required, free. | 303-292-9900Gove Community Garden, 13th Avenue & Colorado Boulevarddug.org

Saturdays, 10/10-10/31 | 11:00a.m.-12:30p.m.Meditation For LivingA 4-week course for anyone seeking to create more con-tentment, empowerment and lasting change in their lives facilitated by Lauren Skye, Director of the Inner Connection Institute. Cost: $175/early registration, includes audio series download. | 303-282-9439Mudra Yoga Studio, 1550 South Pearl Street, Suite 202laurenskye.com

Sat, 10/10 | 2:00p.m.-3:00p.m.Lost Denver with Author Mark A. BarnhouseCelebrate what the city once built and has since lost. What has made Denver unique? Where have Denverites worked, shopped and played? Find out in Lost Denver. | 720-865-0000Schlessman Family branch library, 100 Poplar St.denverlibrary.org

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People Of South Denver

Steven Toltzby Susan Dugan

Steven Toltz, CEO of Dependable Cleaners, never doubted his future career. “I remember walking up the

stairs forty-five years ago with my father and thinking, someday I’ll be walking up these stairs by myself,” he says about growing up in the family business and

a family board of directors to include his wife and four children in decision-mak-ing. “We talked about everything. Even when we were younger, people reported on what they were doing. There was an operations manager and we got paid to be on the board.”

A C student in high school who admittedly never cracked a book, Toltz nonetheless excelled at Menlo College, in Menlo Park, California, where he worked part-time as a messenger for a top law firm specializing in the bur-geoning tech industry. “I used to drive to Sacramento to file documents with the Secretary of State. I didn’t know when I was going to Steve Jobs’ house to have papers signed. At that time Hewlett Packard was in Menlo Park and very involved at our school.”

Following graduation, Toltz returned to Colorado and worked in restaurant businesses for a few years. “My Dad said you’re not coming into the company unless you can bring something we don’t already have. So, I thought, a law degree was different.” He took the LSATs but scored below aver-age. A psychiatrist then diagnosed him with severe dyslexia and said law school would never work out. “Well, slamming that door in my face was really powerful. I decided to apply to one law school — D.U. — and if I got in I would be a lawyer and if I didn’t I would not.”

Toltz not only got in, but graduated in two years. “I learned to compensate for the dyslexia by taping every lec-ture. I took the bar exam in February of 1989 and was sworn in April 27th, 1989. “I know that because that’s my wife’s birthday. It was a great moment, raising your hand and promising to defend the constitution.”

He worked for the City Attorney for the City of Littleton (and later Glendale) in municipal court before joining the law firm of Barryhill, Cage and North, focus-ing on litigation. “I loved it and feel I excelled as a lawyer. But I remember I had a case against General Motors that lasted three weeks and took five years to bring to trial. We ended with a hung jury. At that time I wasn’t eating or sleep-ing well, which is my normal behavior during a trial. I got home one day and my daughter seemed to have gone from sit-ting to running. I had somehow missed her learning to walk. It took a real emo-tional toll.”

At the same time, his father expe-rienced a health crisis while attending a wedding in Kansas City in 1996. “He ended up having a quintuple bypass. Anybody who’s ever had bypass surgery knows it’s an emotional roller coaster. He was frightened to fly back on a com-mercial flight so I rented a jet and flew him home. And he said; if there was ever a time for you to come back into the

business, it’s now.” Although he continued to practice

law on the side, Toltz, who had been serving as Dependable’s general counsel for leasing and real estate acquisition for years, moved in-house and took on a primary role. “I knew the business. Right before law school I’d overseen turn-ing a gas station into one of our stores. And early on my Dad had said you need to make your mistakes somewhere else and arranged for me to work for one of the Roundtable Cleaners in Annapolis, Maryland, where I learned the basics and got my certificate in dry cleaning. My Dad always had a director of operations who signed every check. I said I’d like to start signing checks. That really makes you pay attention.”

In the first three years, Toltz dou-bled company sales. “It was just taking what my Dad had built and maximizing the profitability. I doubled sales again by 2005 (the same year the company took a leading industry role by becoming green dry cleaners) and Dad agreed to sell the business to me. We negotiated with my Dad and Mom (because it was really her family business) for three years. My father felt I needed to pay full price so all the siblings would feel fairly treated.”

Toltz says Dependable Cleaners committed to supporting the commu-

continuing its rich altruistic legacy, in-cluding the highly successful annual Coats for Colorado drive (see our ac-companying feature). “As a kid, I sorted hangers, sewed on buttons, filled the bubblegum machine — that was the best job! My wife often asks me, how do you know what you know? Well, I learned at the dinner table.”

His grandfather, Jack Bugdanowitz, started the business in 1930. “His father was a tailor who mended clothes and asked Jack to deliver them on his bicy-cle. Jack said, as long as we’re delivering; why not clean them, too? Toltz’ father, who had married into the business, later assumed the company’s reins and started : See PEOPLE on PAGE 12

Coats for Colorado was started by my Dad and a woman named Elizabeth Schwayder, who had been in Canada and heard about a place where they were collecting and distributing coats.


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nity in which it thrived from the begin-ning. “Coats for Colorado (now in its thirty-fourth year) was started by my Dad and a woman named Elizabeth Schwayder, who had been in Canada and heard about a place where they were col-lecting and distributing coats. She said, with your multiple locations, you could collect and distribute a lot more than that. The first year we collected and dis-tributed seven-hundred-fifty coats and last year, seventy-seven-thousand.”

Toltz attributes the program’s suc-cess to its media partnership, first with Channel 4 Television and for many years now, with Channel 7. “They put the word out to both recipient and donor as well as up to one-hundred-fifty nonprofits who distribute the bulk of the coats. The two public distribution days you see on TV are when anyone from the commu-nity can walk in and get a coat. Channel 7 covers that and on those days we give away maybe ten percent of what the nonprofits distribute.”

Coats for Colorado partners with the Department of Corrections to har-ness the manpower of ex-felons living in halfway houses to sort coats. “I think one of the neatest things about Coats for Colorado is it doesn’t raise any money. The lawyer in me made it a 501c3 non-profit organization so people can get a tax-deductible receipt but it operates solely through donations of time and labor. We use in-house transportation and employees to bring coats to a central location for sorting. There’s a woman at

my local King Soopers who volunteers as a supervisor, the television station donates their time and provides spots and content for billboards and National CineMedia (NCM) donates commercial time. So we file a tax return every year and it shows coats coming in and going out, that’s it. People from all walks of life can donate and feel good about it.”

Within its own industry, Dependable’s Coats for Colorado has served as a model for similar pro-grams nationwide. “Years ago my father presented Coats for Colorado to the Roundtable of Launderers and Drycleaners and now there are coat drives all over the country. Two years ago, I was on national television with Katie Couric when she featured Coats for Colorado and then a group called the Young Presidents’ Organization featured me and honored Coats for Colorado as a philanthropic program and that got the word out worldwide.”

Toltz considers community giving not only a family edict, but a cultural and religious one. “It’s part of the Jewish tradition, the right thing to do. I have been on more charitable boards, begin-ning as a young man, than anyone I know and it’s not saying anything about me. Dad set the standard. He was always involved in philanthropy and politics as are many people in the Jewish commu-nity. It’s very important to give back and equally important that it not be based on religion but on what benefits the com-munity we live in.”

Coats for Colorado Coats for Colorado runs from October 1 to November 30. Drop-off locations in our The Profile area include the main office at 1701 S. Broadway and these locations: 101 Adams St. 550 Grant St. 978 S. Monaco Parkway 920 Speer Blvd.

Distribution of coats takes place on November 21 and December 5 at the South Broadway location. Please go to coatsforcolorado.org for more information.

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imately 90,000 students and 14,792 employees in the school district. The current school board has acted on this charge by implementing the Denver Plan, a set of goals for improving stu-dent achievement and school quality by 2020. A cornerstone of the Denver Plan is flexibility for schools; for exam-ple, this year Denver principals have the option to choose their curriculum, professional development plans and testing programs. To say this means sig-nificant change for the school board to oversee in the coming years would be an understatement.

Some argue that popularly elected board members lack the skill set to over-see public schools; moreover, others believe that the idea of citizens com-mitted to protecting the public’s true interests is archaic in an era of aspir-ing career politicians and single-inter-est groups. However, Denver is lucky to choose among candidates who believe strongly in their ability to advocate for public education. In northwest-cen-tral Denver’s District 5, Michael Kiley, who supports quality neighborhood schools and has been a critic of the DPS, is running against Lisa Flores, a former senior program officer at the Denver-based Gates Family Foundation who hopes to give more attention to students with special needs and focus attention on District 5 schools, many of

which are low ranking on the district’s school scorecard. In southeast Denver’s District 1, incumbent Anne Rowe is run-ning against Kristi Butkovich, execu-tive director of the Denver Alliance for Public Education. One of Rowe’s goals is to implement a new district academic strategic plan, while Butkovich hopes to strengthen the community’s input in district decisions. And current board chairwoman Happy Haynes is running for re-election to the district’s at-large seat against challenger Robert Speth, a northwest Denver parent who champi-ons strong neighborhood schools with “well-rounded” curricula.

While the local school board is only one piece in the mechanism of public education, its members have front row seats when it comes to influencing the conditions in which students learn and teachers teach In the current era of per-formance-based accountability, school choice, shifting demographics and changes in knowledge and beliefs about how to meet individual student’s learn-ing needs, the school board’s success is vital to the health of public schools. And Denver’s board has an ambitious agenda.

A unanimous school board can be very effective; however, dissent is a tra-ditional hallmark of democracy. Electing thoughtful, committed members to its school board is Denver’s opportunity and privilege.


Washington Park in the Fallby David Ohman

In historian David McCullough’s charming, historic tome, The Great-er Journey, Americans in Paris, one

of those Americans, John Sanderson, in 1833, offered his reflections on the great gardens and parks in Paris and how the cities back home would benefit great-ly from public space inspired by Paris. Critical of America’s urges to monetize nearly all open space for business use, he noted, “Utility with all her arithme-tic very often miscalculates. Let us have gardens, then, and other public places where we may see our friends, and pa-rade our vanities, if you will, before the eyes of the world. Did you ever know anyone who was not delighted by a gar-den?”

Among the beautiful parks within Denver Parks and Recreation system, Washington Park also represents the rich heritage of the surrounding neigh-borhoods. With nary a zoo, golf course or museum within its boundaries, its exqui-site design and location attracts droves of visitors from within and outside the

area, especially during the summer. Thus, this look at fall at Washington

Park could be considered a primer on why we love our park. This year, summer grudgingly gave way to cooler days and nights, prompting the trees to create their symphony of colors, leaf by leaf. Then, seemingly overnight, the land-scape explodes with the oranges, yel-lows, reds and browns. Leaves fall, lightly at first, then, with the first strong breeze, it’s a blizzard of colors, covering the ground as if painted by the pointil-list George Seurat.

Waterfowl that arrived in late spring — mallard ducks, egrets, cormorants and white pelicans — are on their way to warmer regions, leaving resident flocks of Canada geese to oversee things in their absence. The red-tailed hawks will continue to hunt in their own opportu-nistic way for unwary prey. Squirrels, the usual prey, are padding their nests to ward off winter’s chill.

The massive crowds of summer people are gone now, replaced by the regulars, the locals, who can walk to and from the park. Volleyball and tennis

will wait for spring. Local walkers with baby strollers and dogs, serious jog-gers and bikers now own the trail net-work and the roadway circling the park. Their numbers will diminish gradually after the first snowfall. There will also be those who brave the icy winds and frozen ground to indulge in their ritual daily walks around the park.

Over the summer, landscape remod-eling was in full swing in the park result-ing in a short flowering season. Yet, thanks to the devoted labor and talent of

the landscaping teams, the park is still awash in color.

For some of Washington Park’s regulars, autumn in the park will be a celebration of vivid colors and cooler temperatures with heartfelt gratitude for those extra weeks of warm weather that brought families and friends together for barbecues and birthdays. For others, as temperatures drop below freezing, autumn in the park will be a colorful, albeit sobering reminder that winter is just a snowflake away.

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The Book Stack is the used book store run by the University Li-brary Association (ULA), locat-

ed in the Mary Reed Building, at the University of Denver. You’re welcome to come browse, Tue-Thu and Sat, 9:00a.m.-1:00p.m. This is certainly one of our area’s best-kept secrets. On October 15 and 16, the Book Stack is having a half-price sale. This is a great opportunity to pick up bargains.

The Book Stack will be present-ing Book Chat, which coincides with Homecoming. This series of author talks will take place on the Carnegie Green.

Fri, October 16, 11:00a.m.-3:30p.m.

Featuring Laird Hunt, author of Neverhome; Bin Ramke, author of Missing the Moon; Clark Davis, author of It Starts with Trouble.Sat, October 17, 10:30a.m.-2:30p.m.

Featuring Helen Thorpe, author of Soldier Girls; Sandra Dallas, author of The Last Midwife; Kristen Iversen, author of Full Body Burden

More ULA events in October:Thu, October 8

Danny Spungen presents “Eradicating Hate: A Paper Trail of Nazi Practice”

In 2007, Danny Spungen acquired a collection of Holocaust materials related to stamps, covers, postcards, letters, bank note forgeries and manu-scripts from concentration camps and Jewish ghettos. Mr. Spungen will pres-ent a slideshow highlighting the exhibit and its history. Anderson Academic Commons, Special Events Room.Thu, October 22

Presentation by Dr. Timothy Standring to preview the upcoming special exhibit Wyeth: Andrew and Jamie in the Studio, at the Denver Art Museum Nov. 8, 2015-Feb. 7, 2016. The Wyeths’ interplay of dazzling techni-cal abilities with imagination, memory and experience will be the topic of this slideshow.


Date Saturday, October 24, 2015

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SpeerOctober seems to be a good month to

start a business or make a move, as you can see from all of our anniversary cel-ebrations. We’ve got yet another one for you. Jante Beauty Boutique and Spa at 269 S. Downing St. has been in business for over 15 years, but is celebrating its move to our neighborhood. October marks six years that the business has been at the South Downing location and for an anniversary special, check their website (jantebeautyboutique.com).

University ParkWe are sad to report the closing of

Child’s Pastry Shop, once located at 2401 S. Colorado Blvd. There didn’t appear to be much notice. Patrons who were look-ing for pastries and cakes drove up to see that the store was closed and then learned that the telephone number was disconnected.

UniversityCongratulations to Asbury Provisions

(asburyprovisions.com) on its one-year-in-business milestone. The gastropub is

located at 2043 S. University Blvd. and has received many accolades in its short time in the DU area. It received Westword’s Best of Denver award for Best New Bar this year. Patrons can enjoy craft beer and tasty cocktails in a neighborhood that is never short on good vibes. Stop on by and toast to another successful year.

Virginia VillageDenver Environmental Health hon-

ored another business with its Certifi ed Green Business Partners designation. Addison Auto Repair and Body Shop (addisonauto.com) also landed the honor. The shop is at 2005 S. Holly St., if you want to stop by and congratulate them, or better yet, schedule your next service appointment.

Wash Park WestAs the weather turns a little colder

and the nights arrive sooner, many of us turn to the gym for our workouts. Fierce45 (fi erce45.com) is a Highlands-area gym that will be opening a second location in the Wash Park area, specifi cally 527 E. Mississippi Ave. Space is currently lim-ited at the new location, but the gym is

hoping to be able to accommodate about 150 members and available memberships include unlimited classes. The target audience is women in their 40s who want to get in shape, or get back in shape.

The Washington Street Community Center is losing a valuable employee who has helped nurture this nearly 50-year-old institution. Roberta Bloom has stepped down as Executive Director in order to take a position leading the Art in Public Places Program for the City of Aurora. As the WSCC searches for her replacement, rest assured that the won-derful programs and activities offered will continue without change (see our “Calendar” section.) As Roberta moves forward with her career, she looks back and feels honored to have been a part of such a wonderful organization.

Around TownAfter 34 years in business at Lincoln

and Eighth Avenue, Le Central closed its doors. Foodies will no longer be able to enjoy their French cuisine (they were known for their excellent mussels) before a visit to one of our fabulous museums. We bid them a sad “au revoir.”

We could tell you about a new coffee shop, whiskey joint, or clothing store. Instead, we’re going to tell you about

a place that has all three: it’s called Bellwether (bellwether.club). A new multi-use spot at 5126 E. Colfax Ave., it offers a monthly membership to anyone wanting to share the workspace, which includes access to VIP and member only events. The bar, coffee shop, and retail store are open to the public, no member-ship required.

Last month Denver said goodbye to a pizza shop with cause. Pizza Fusion on Colfax and Pearl closed after four years and almost 94,000 pizzas. The restaurant was a job-training program for Colorado Coalition for the Homeless and saw 81 successful graduates move on to new employment opportunities thanks to the skills they learned. Business wasn’t suffi -cient to keep the doors open, though, and the Coalition will seek other opportuni-ties for job training.

Sometimes you come across some-thing so adorable that you have to share. Cody, The Teeny Tiny Alpaca is both an adorable little animal and the title of a children’s book. Cody and her owner have been traveling around to book sign-ings and there are still two opportunities to meet them. If you can’t make any, you can shop at Cody’s website (codyalpaca.com). I challenge you to visit that site and not come away with a smile on your face.


Breast Cancer Awarenessby Chrissy Nicholson Manager, Marketing and Public Relations, Porter Adventist Hospital

Every day more and more wom-en are surviving the diagnosis of breast cancer. In fact, survival

rates have been increasing for the past 20 years, and a woman diagnosed today has a 93 percent or better chance of sur-viving breast cancer if found at Stage 2 or earlier.

Below are some tips for women to help prevent breast cancer or detect it at its earliest stage:

Talk to your doctor about when to begin annual screening mammograms.

One reason for the improved sur-vival rates is advancements in early detection and treatment. The newest type of screening, called a 3-D mam-mography, or tomosynthesis, helps detect changes in cells before they even become cancerous.

Like genetic testing, a DCIS diag-nosis is a tool that can alert women to be proactive about lifestyle choices that reduce their risk of developing breast cancer and also be more watchful in order to detect cancer—if it occurs—at its earliest and most treatable stage.

“Receiving a positive genetic test result does not mean you will develop cancer,” emphasizes Josie Kagey, MS, certified genetic counselor at Porter’s Breast Center. “It provides you with information to make choices to protect your health.”

In this section of a map of Denver, Merchant’s Park is clearly marked. Today’s Merchants Park shopping center occupies part of this space. Also, just south, the Gates factory is visible. PHOTO FROM DENVER PUBLIC LIBRARY, WESTERN HISTORY COLLECTION, CG4314.D4 1925.C56.

Most physicians and the American Cancer Society recommend starting at age 40.

Keep your weight in check. Extra pounds increase your risk.

Eat a diet full of fruits and vegeta-

bles, which provide cancer-protecting antioxidants.

Stop smoking. You can learn more ways to reduce

your risk online at PorterHospital.org/breast.

D&F) fielded a team, as did local cigar companies. Interestingly, the turn of the century Bayly Underhill team included men and women (Bayly Underhill were garment manufacturers, whose epon-ymous building was turned into lofts in the 1990s.) The park was also a venue for other events: Enrico Caruso sang there in 1920.

The ending? The Bears played one last game in July, 1948, after which they moved to the new Bears Stadium. The park was razed that year, but the name lives on in the Merchants Park Shopping Center. Since a lot of you are proba-bly Rockies’ fans, it’s worth noting that Bears Stadium was not only home to the Bears, but also briefly to the Rockies. The Rockies played there for two sea-sons, until the current ballpark was ready in 1995.

Note: A kind reader informed me that the name of Center Avenue is also tied to the history of the Exposition: the street ran right through the center of the Exposition grounds. My thanks. As always, the Denver Public Library is an excellent source for anyone interested in Denver history. The photos are fascinating.

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Like genetic testing, a DCIS diagnosis is a tool that can alert women to be proactive about lifestyle choices that reduce their risk of developing breast cancer and also be more watchful.




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Wed, 10/14 | 6:00p.m.-7:00p.m.Food Lover's Book Club: BreadReferencing the book Tartine Bread by Chad Robertson, Jeff Cleary of Golden’s Grateful Bread Co. and 5280’s food editor Amanda M. Faison, to discuss the dynamic process of turning flour and water into a food that has captivated humans for mil-lennia. | 720-865-0120Ross-Cherry Creek branch library, 305 Milwaukee St.denverlibrary.org

Thu, 10/15 | 11:00a.m.-12:00p.m.Staying Safe OnlineLearn how to stay safe online by protecting your personal information and avoiding common Internet scams. RSVP is required. | 720-865-0955Ross-University Hills branch library, 4310 E. Amherst Ave.denverlibrary.org

Thu, 10/15 | 2:00p.m.-3:00p.m.Active Minds: The U.S. Internment of Japanese-AmericansColorado's own Camp Amache interned over 10,000 people and officially closed 70 years ago. Seek to understand this dark chapter in American history and what was learned as a nation from this experience. Free. | 303-364-7485Windsor Gardens, 597 S. Clinton St.activeminds.com

Fri, 10/16 | 2:00p.m.-3:00p.m.Active Minds: Colorado Ghost StoriesTiptoe through the haunted houses and ghoulish graveyards of the area with ghost stories associated with the Stanley Hotel, Cheesman Park, the Molly Brown House and more, free. | 720-865-0940Virginia Village branch library, 1500 S. Dahlia St.activeminds.com

Sat, 10/17 | 1:00p.m.-4:00p.m.Compassion-Based CommunicationTired of conflict? David Steele of the Rocky Mountain Compassionate Communications Center will demonstrate how to use communication as a tool to build connections that bring joy, fulfillment and peace into your life. | 720-865-0955Ross-University Hills branch library, 4310 E. Amherst Ave.denverlibrary.org

Sat, 10/17 | 2:00p.m.-3:30p.m.Metal Craft

Start the holiday crafting early! Try out the metal embosser and other tools to make a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry for your loved ones, free. | 720-865-0240Eugene Field branch library, 810 S. University Blvd.denverlibrary.org

Sun, 10/18 | 12:30p.m.Community Forum for the Heart & Mind: Defending and Protecting the Legal and Civil Rights of ImmigrantsHear an overview of current national and local immigration issues and legal issues involving Sanctuary with attorney Hans Meyer, Judy Cardenas, Toni Nading and Rev. Jeannie Shero. Followed by Q & A, free. | 303-794-5565First Universalist Church, 4101 E. Hampden Ave.

Sun, 10/18 | 1:00p.m.-3:00p.m.Harvest RitualsThe season of gleaning, preparing and dreaming is upon us. Poetry, tea blending, tea drinking, creating an intentional herbal bouquet and a Brigid’s Cross will be the rituals for this class, $35. | 303-263-7275Moondance Botanicals, 601 Corona St.moondancebotanicals.com/

Mon, 10/19 | 1:00p.m.-2:00p.m.The Story of Colorado’s State SymbolsDid you know that Colorado has more than thirty official state symbols? State historian Dr. William Convery uncovers the history behind some of the more obscure state symbols and makes the case for why we need them. Also 7-8p.m., RSVP required, $10. | 303-866-2394History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadwayhistorycolorado.org

Tue, 10/20 | 6:00p.m.-7:00p.m.Couples & Cash ClassLearn skills for dealing with money management as a couple. Free and open to the public with parking and a light meal. RSVP required. | 303-573-1170Denver Community Credit Union, 1041 Acoma St.denvercommunity.coop/clearmoney

Tue, 10/20 | 6:00p.m.-7:30p.m.Café des Arts - BordeauxThe birthplace of the most famous French wines is also a beau-tiful and very special city. Presented by local artist, Frederick Pichon, discussing this provincial town that is open to the world, followed by Q&A, $10. | 303-831-0304Alliance Française de Denver, 571 Galapago St.afdenver.org

Tue, 10/20 | 6:00p.m.-9:00p.m.Canning the Fall HarvestBeginners assist in canning preparation and processing and

receive a jar of each item to take home, includes recipes and information about canning equipment and canning/food safety issues, $42. | 720-865-3580Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St.botanicgardens.org

Tue, 10/20 | 7:00p.m.-8:30p.m.Lowry Speaker Series: An Evening with Amelia EarhartMs. Earhart, a former Denver traffic and weather news reporter and the youngest woman to fly around the world in a single engine aircraft, will talk about her career in aviation and her recent, historic around the-world flight. Free. | 303-757-7658The Eisenhower Chapel, 293 Roslyn St.lowrydenver.com

Wed, 10/21 | 6:00p.m.-8:00p.m.The Latino Experience in VietnamMany Latino soldiers came home from Vietnam wondering why the democratic ideals they fought for abroad were denied to them at home. Join a discussion that looks at the Latino/Vietnam experience and Anti-war movements. RSVP required, $5. | 303-866-2394History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadwayhistorycolorado.org

Wed, 10/21 | 6:00p.m.-7:00p.m.Where Today Meets Tomorrow: The General Motors Technical CenterGet an insider’s view of the GM Technical Center in Warren, Michigan, one of the most significant works by architect Eero Saarinen in a lively presentation that celebrates an important collaboration between architect and client, free. Sat, 10/03Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkwaydenverartmuseum.org

Wed, 10/21 | 6:00p.m.-7:00p.m.Active Minds: Salem WitchesSeek to understand the extraordinary series of events coupled with the hysterical reaction of the community, that resulted in what is referred to as the Salem Witch Hunt, in 1692, Salem, Massachusetts, free. | 720-865-0120Ross-Cherry Creek branch library, 305 Milwaukee St.activeminds.com

Thu, 10/22 | 7:00a.m.Colorado's Yampa River with John FielderJoin Colorado nature photographer John Fielder as he relates his way down the entire 200-mile length of the river, $20. | 720-865-3580Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St.botanicgardens.org


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Iliff Preschool & KindergartenProviding a safe and nurturing environment and play-based experiences for toddlers, preschool, pre-k and a private kinder-garten connecting to early childhood standards with emphasis on social and pre-academic skills. Fall enrollment now open. | 303-757-3551Iliff Preschool, 4140 E. Iliff Ave.iliffpreschool.com

Fri, 10/02-Thu, 10/29Glendale Raptors Rugby Fall Youth After-School ProgramBoth boys and girls are invited to learn to play Rugby Football, no experience necessary! After-school on Tuesdays & Thursdays, Sept. 8-Oct. 29, 4:15-5:30p.m. Cost per flag rugby players, ages 5-7, $125; for tackle, ages 8+, $140. | 303-639-4713Infinity Park, 950 S. Birch St.infinityparkatglendale.com

Fri, 10/02-Sat, 10/31SPREE Holiday CampsWondering what to do when school’s out but work’s not? Come to SPREE’s (South Platte River Environmental Education) day camp: Underground Investigation I & II, Oct. 19 & 20; Fall Foliage, Nov. 2, $40/day. Camps fill up fast! | 303-743-9720Johnson Habitat Park, 610 Jason St.thegreenwayfoundation.org

Mon-Fri, 10/02-10/30 | 3:00p.m.-6:00p.m.Teen Open LabInterested in recording music or editing videos? Want to use the 3D printer or learn about Arduino? Want to learn how to make a video games? Ready to sew or paint a masterpiece? Just want to hang out and play games? Drop in, for teens 12-19, free. | 720-865-1706ideaLAB in Community Technology Center of DPL Central library, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkwayteens.denverlibrary.org

Sat, 10/03 | 8:00a.m.-12:00p.m.Cereal SaturdayCalling all kids! And that means all grown up kids, too, who love watching Saturday morning cartoons while devouring a big bowl of cereal. Enjoy a cereal bar of nostalgic cereals and healthy choices, while screening cartoons from the 60’s and


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Sat, 10/03 | 9:00a.m.-5:00p.m.LGBT Family DayStart the day with a chance to connect with other families while enjoying crafts and activities, and all the Museum’s usual awe-some offerings! Open to all, included with admission. In collaboration with The Center. | 303-370-6000Denver Museum of Nature and Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd.dmns.org/museum-news/lgbt-family-day

Saturdays, 10/03-10/31 | 10:30a.m.-11:45a.m.Sweet Saturday Morning Kids YogaA weekly class to explore fluid, playful movements, beautiful breath, visualization, meditation and relaxation techniques and dance. Learn to fall over, laugh, be grateful and have fun. Ages 4-10, $12. | 720-231-1228kidsyogadenver.com

Saturdays, 10/03-10/31 | 11:00a.m.-1:00p.m.CoderDojoThe dojo is a place where young ninjas, ages 7-19, can learn to code and develop websites, apps, programs, games and more in a fun social environment. Volunteer-run by local developers and programmers! Free, registration is limited. | 720-865-1706ideaLAB in Community Technology Center of DPL Central library, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkwayteens.denverlibrary.org

Sat, 10/03 | 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.Jump Rope PerformanceWatch the Jumping Eagles jump roping team perform acro-batic tricks, amazing jump techniques and join in the jump-ing fun with their group double dutch! Free with admission. | 303-866-2394History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadwayhistorycolorado.org

Sat, 10/03 | 3:00p.m.-4:00p.m.Kinetic Engineers with the Children's MuseumInvestigate force and motion by working in teams to complete hands-on design challenges and building ramps and pathways. Young engineers will observe, wonder, ask questions and test out their ideas! Kids must be accompanied by a parent or care-giver. | 720-865-0120Ross-Cherry Creek branch library, 305 Milwaukee St.denverlibrary.org

Sun, 10/04 | 1:30p.m.-3:30p.m.Bat Encounter: Live!Get a glimpse of some of the rarest bats in the world, up-close and personal in this one-of-a-kind, family-friendly educational program. Learn how bats impact humans and keep our envi-ronment healthy, $7-$15. | 720-865-3580Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St.botanicgardens.org

Thu, 10/08 | 3:30p.m.-4:30p.m.Star Wars Reads!Celebrate all things Star Wars, my young Jedis! Make Star Wars-

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Thu, 10/22 | 6:00p.m.-8:00p.m.Messy Painting and Fleeting Moments: The Studio Practice of Andrew and Jamie WyethDU University Library Association's Fall fundraiser previews the upcoming Denver Art Museum exhibit "Wyeth: Andrew and Jamie in the Studio" with with Dr. Timothy Standring. Reception followed by presentation, RSVP required, $75. | 303-744-3733Anderson Academic Commons at DU, 2150 E. Evans Ave.library.du.edu/events

Fri, 10/23 | 11:00a.m.-12:00p.m.American Carnage: Wounded Knee 1890 with Author Jerome GreeneNational parks historian and author Jerome Greene discusses his book, detailing the causes and impacts of the conflict between the 7th U.S. Cavalry and a band of Lakota Sioux in late 1890, free. | 720-865-0240Eugene Field branch library, 810 S. University Blvd.denverlibrary.org

Fri, 10/23 & Sat, 10/24 | 7:00p.m.-9:00p.m.Historian Phil Goodstein’s tours: Ghost WalkTake a stroll and hear spooky tales about Denver neighbor-hoods on historian Phil Goodstein’s tours. Meet at the statute of the Indian on the Capitol's east lawn! Check website for Info/full schedule of tours, $20. | 303-333-1095Colorado State Capitol, 200 E. Colfax Ave.leonardleonard.com/neighborhoods/walkingtours.shtml

Sat, 10/24 | 10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.Active Minds: Monsters & LegendsFrom the vampires of Eastern Europe, to the stories of the Loch Ness monster, Bigfoot and more, explore the origins and history of familiar (and not so familiar) tales and how they have evolved and grown over time, free. | 303-733-4643Eugene Field branch library, 810 S. University Blvd.activeminds.com

Mon, 10/26 | 2:30p.m.-3:30p.m.Tue, 10/2 | 5:00p.m.-6:00p.m.Active Minds: Renewable EnergyEnergy from renewable sources are an important part of the future. Survey the current state of renewable energy and look at the various forces that will influence how these resources will evolve in the future. RSVP required, free. | 303-331-9963activeminds.com

Thu, 10/29 | 6:30p.m.Reshaping Our Cities: Taking Back the StreetsIn this presentation, Michael Kimmelman, architecture critic of The New York Times, asks the questions: how will we make new cities and remake old ones to be more resilient, equitable, healthy and enduring places to live? Free, RSVP required. Sat, 10/03Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkwaydenverartmuseum.org

Sat, 10/31 | 1:00p.m.-3:00p.m.The Anti-Chinese Riot in Denver: 135 Years LaterProfessor Zhu Liping reconstructs the drama of the riot and relates how mobs ransacked Chinatown while other citizens

took pains to protect their Asian neighbors. Following the lec-ture, take a tour downtown retracing the riot. Free with admis-sion. | 303-866-2394History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadwayhistorycolorado.org

Sat, 10/31 | 2:00p.m.-3:00p.m.Active Minds: Salem WitchesSeek to understand the extraordinary series of events coupled with the hysterical reaction of the community, that resulted in what is referred to as the Salem Witch Hunt, in 1692, Salem, Massachusetts, free. | 720-865-0955Ross-University Hills branch library, 4310 E. Amherst Ave.activeminds.com


Odds & Ends

Sat, 10/03 | 12:00 p.m.-1:00p.m.Blessing of the AnimalsSt. Mary's Anglican Church will have the annual Blessing of the Animals (bring any kind of pets) on the north lawn. After the group "blessing" there will be dog biscuits for the pups plus cider and cookies for their owners. | 303-758-7211St. Mary's Anglican Church, 2290 S. Clayton St.

Sundays, 10/04- 11/01 | 8:00a.m.-12:00 p.m. Porter Adventist Hospital Blood DriveNearly fi ve million people live in Colorado and it is estimated that approximately three and a half million of them are eligi-ble blood donors. Donate inside the Bloodmobile and help save lives of Coloradans and receive a special Bonfi ls T-shirt! | 303-263-2300Porter Adventist Hospital, 2525 S. Downing St. bonfi ls.org

Thu, 10/08- 10/29 | 6:00p.m.-8:00p.m. Farm2Table Trading PostThe Mobile Farm2Table Trading Post will off er local meat prod-ucts and other local and organic products. Look for the trailer and other vendors at WSCC. Take advantage of these local-ly-sourced items. Think local and buy local! | 303-733-4643Washington Street Community Center, 809 S. Washington St.farm2tabletradingpost.com

Sun, 10/11 | 8:00a.m.-11:00a.m.Fit for Fire 5KSupport your Denver Firefi ghters with a 5K walk/run for all ages, a kids’ Siren Scamper fun run, then try your hand at carrying ladders and stretching hose lines. Proceeds support victims of burn injuries, wellness programs for Denver fi refi ghters. Washington Park, 1200 E. Virginia Ave.fi tforfi re5k.com

Sat, 10/17 | 10:00a.m.-5:00p.m.Americas EcoLatino FestivalA multicultural event that aims to bring environmental issues to light through fi lms, live performances (including fl amenco

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themed crafts and eat popcorn. All ages, free. | 720-865-0240Eugene Field branch library, 810 S. University Blvd.denverlibrary.org

Thu, 10/08 | 4:00 p.m. Craig Thompson: Award-Winning Graphic NovelistMeet Thompson, who will be signing his new graphic novel, "Space Dumplins", his fi rst book for readers aged 8-12. | 303-759-1117The Bookies, 4315 E. Mississippi Ave.thebookies.com

Sat, 10/10 | 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.Star Wars Reads Day!Make Perler bead Star Wars characters, Star Wars stenciled t-shirts and Chewbacca bookmarks. Program is geared for ele-mentary-school aged children and their parents/caregivers. | 720-865-0000Schlessman Family branch library, 100 Poplar St.denverlibrary.org

Sat, 10/10 | 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.All About Bats!Colorado Bat Society president Dr. Rick A. Adams presents a lively discussion for all ages on bats. Stay afterwards and help build a bat house for the library. | 720-865-0955Ross-University Hills branch library, 4310 E. Amherst Ave.denverlibrary.org

Sat, 10/10 | 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.Science of the Titanic with the Molly Brown House MuseumExplore how the Titanic was built and understand how it worked through this interactive math and science program-ming using replicas of the ship and other fun interactives. Kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. | 720-865-0120Ross-Cherry Creek branch library, 305 Milwaukee St.denverlibrary.org

Sundays, 10/11, 10/25 | 9:00a.m.-1:00p.m.Potters Guild at Pearl Street Farmers MarketOnce again, the Guild members will randomly off er free hand thrown mugs to market-goers on both dates. On October 25, Guild members will host a “clay date” for neighborhood chil-dren to create clay objects which will be kiln fi red.Colorado Potters Guild, 1541 S. Pearl St.coloradopotters.org

Sun, 10/11 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Foxy and Shmoxy: Art Detectives

Bring the whole family to help Foxy and Shmoxy sniff out clues and unseen treasures in the museum. To fi nd the foxes, visit the Family Activity Cart, pick up a letter from the Fox Box and then follow the riddles into the galleries. Second Sundays. | 720-913-0130Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkwaydenverartmuseum.org

Tuesdays 10/13-10/ 27 | 4:15 p.m.-5:30 p.m.Once Upon a PlayhouseMartha Horstman-Evans has been writing plays for kids for over 25 years. Her unique drama class is for kids ages 6-11. Her plays are full humor, pathos, content and realistic dialogue. No auditions, $280 ($40 a month), includes a performance. | 303-777-4294Washington Street Community Center, 809 S. Washington St.onceuponaplayhouse.com

Wed, 10/14 | 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.Create Playdate: BoldDrop in with your little ones, aged 3 to 5, to make your mark and be BOLD with art. Create art, read stories and play art games in the galleries. Free with admission. | 720-913-0130Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkwaydenverartmuseum.org

Wed, 10/14 | 4:30p.m.-5:30p.m. Thu, 10/15 | 6:00p.m.-7:00p.m.3D Printing DemoDrop by to see the 3D printer in action and get your questions about 3D printing answered. Open to families and adults alike! | 720-865-0955Ross-University Hills branch library, 4310 E. Amherst Ave.denverlibrary.org

Sat, 10/17 | 8:00a.m.-10:00a.m.Low-Sensory MorningsThe History Colorado Center is happy to open its doors just for families that prefer a low-sensory environment. The museum will be closed to the general public, attendance is limited and sound in the exhibits will be turned down. Free, RSVP required. | 303-866-4691History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadwayhistorycoloradocenter.org

Sat, 10/24-Sat, 10/24 | 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.Bumblebee JamboreeSing along and dance to original and traditional songs. Children are invited to dress up as bees, butterfl ies and other pollinators. Geared toward children 12 and under. $10/adult, $5/child, free 2 and under. | 720-865-3580Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St.botanicgardens.org

Sat, 10/31 | 3:00p.m.-4:00p.m. Boxwood Bill's Invention WorkshopThe wizard of Boxwood Pinball, will show kids and their fam-ilies the secrets behind his crazy contraptions. Interact with machines. Get inspired to create your own games. Costumes welcome! | 720-865-0120Ross-Cherry Creek branch library, 305 Milwaukee St.denverlibrary.org


dancing), folkloric music and piano, artist interactions, work-shops and activities for children, free. | 720-865-5000Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkwaydenverartmuseum.org

Wed, 10/21 | 5:30p.m.-10:00p.m.Cocktails for a Cause (CFAC) hosts event supporting Gateway Battered Women’s ServicesCocktails for a Cause (CFAC) will be hosting their next event in support of Gateway Battered Women’s Services, a local Denver nonprofit. Gateway Battered Women’s Services provides safe shelter for women and children fleeing violence in their home. | (303) 885-0497Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum, 7711 E. Academy Blvd. # 1cocktailsforacauseco.org

Sun, 10/25 | 9:00a.m.-11:30a.m.Yoga Rocks the ParkOutdoor yoga! Series of yoga and wellness events features a different instructor with live music or a DJ from a unique Denver-area yoga studio at each gathering. It is the vision of Yoga Rocks the Park to continue to make yoga accessible to everyone. Sunken Gardens Park, 1099 Speer Blvd.yogarocksthepark.com

Connecting elders and their neighbors throughout DenverHousehold & Yard Chores • Social Events

Transportation • Intergenerational Activities

Be A Part Of Something Little!

For information, contact Paul Ramsey720-242-9032 • alittlehelp.org

connecting in community

Service Saturday! – Saturday, October 24th and November 7th (8:00 am-12:00 pm) Service Saturday! is our biggest volunteer day of the year! Come volunteer in your neighborhood and make a difference in the lives of older adults, or if you are a senior, have a volunteer team come to your home for help with yard and home chores. Please RSVP to 720-242-9032.

The Senior Social: Food Appreciation & Cooking Class –Monday, October 12th (2:00-3:00 pm) at Wash Park Whole Foods

Learn new healthy recipes & meet your neighbors.

Yoga Class - Wednesday, October 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th (4:00 pm) at Karma YogaJoin us for workshops to teach a simple home practice to improve the soundness of your footing,

as our bodies face the challenges of aging.

If you have any questions or want to RSVP to any of these events, please call the of�ice at 720-242-9032.

JOIN HISTORIC DENVER AND THE DENVER CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN GUILD OF ORGANISTS FOR THE FOURTH ANNUAL PIPE ORGAN TOUR. Including wonderful organ music, architecture and history, starting at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1820 Broadway on Sat., November 7, 9:30a.m. We will then proceed by foot to Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church. At each church you will hear about the history and architecture from a local historian before listening to a selection of music! Tickets, $20. Information at store.mollybrown.org/store/historic-denver-events. PHOTO BY MARK PEDERSEN.

Seniors

Thursdays, 10/01-10/29 | 9:00a.m.SilverSneakersAn older adult and senior exercise program that is provided free to members of health care companies. Intended to pro-vide opportunities for older adults and seniors to attend reg-ular exercise classes, to improve health and prevent simple injuries. | 720-865-0630

Meetings

Sat, 10/10 | 1:00p.m.-2:00p.m.The Pastel Society of ColoradoDo you have a passion for pastels? Do you want to meet other painters in the neighborhood? Join The Pastel Society of Colorado, we meet second Saturdays each month. Pastel paint-ing demonstration is usually the main event. All are welcome!Denver Presbytery, 1710 S. Grant St.

Wednesdays, 10/07-10/28 | 12:00p.m.-1:00p.m.Nar-Anon Family GroupA Nar-Anon family group meets each Wednesday. The free, self-help, 12-step, confidential meeting is primarily for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concern-ing the addiction problem of someone very near to you. | 303-871-7290Evanston Center for Spiritual Wholeness and Healing, 2122 S. Lafayette St.nar-anon.org

Tue, 10/13 | 6:45p.m.-7:45p.m.WPENA MeetingThe Washington Park East Neighborhood Association hosts a monthly meeting on the second Tuesday of each month, all are invited to attend. Elections to the board are held annually in May.St. John's Lutheran Church, 700 S. Franklin St.wpenaonline.org

Wed, 10/14 | 6:00p.m.FANS Washington Park Monthly MeetingFinal FANS 2015 meeting, speaker, Sonia John, discusses recy-cled water and effects on trees and remediation recommen-dations with an update on FANS addressing the issue. Also a review of tree species from the Washington Park Tree Guide.Washington Park Dos Chappell Bath House, 600 S. Marion Parkwayfanswashingtonpark.org

Fri, 10/16 | 11:00a.m.-1:00p.m.Nat'l Active & Retired Federal Employees Assoc. (NARFE)Chapter #81, members of a national organization formed to champion the rights of retired and current Federal employees. All current and retired Federal employees and their guests are invited. This month: "Lowry Redevelopment - Next Phase". | 303-779-4268Windsor Gardens Inn - Blossoms Restaurant, 597 S. Clinton St.

Sun, 10/18 | 3:00p.m.-4:30p.m.End-of-Life DialogueRespectful, life-affirming conversations about death and end-of-life concerns open to all lifestyles and faiths. It’s an open format, facilitated dialogue rather than grief support or coun-seling. Free, refreshments served. Third Sundays.Porter Place, 1001 E. Yale Ave.

Tue, 10/20 | 5:30p.m.-6:30p.m.Cook Park Neighborhood Association MeetingJoin the Cook Park Neighborhood Association to find out what's happening in your neighborhood, get involved and meet your fellow Cook Park residents. Meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month. Please note there is no meeting in December. | 303-671-6639Cook Park Rec Center, 7100 Cherry Creek S. Drive

Tue, 10/27-Tue, 10/27 | 5:30p.m.-6:30p.m.East Evans Business Association MeetingThis meeting provides a great opportunity for local businesses to meet, network and raise awareness of what's happening on the East Evans corridor. Meets every 4th Tuesday. Please note there is no meeting in December. | 303-671-6639Panorama Building, 2055 S. Oneida St.

Platt Park Senior Center, 1500 S. Grant St.denvergov.org/recprograms

Fri, 10/02 | 10:00a.m.-11:30a.m.Platt Park ChorusLove to sing? Do you want to connect with other seniors in the Platt Park area? Join the Platt Park Chorus, they meet every first and second Friday of the month. Drop-ins are always welcome! | 720-865-0630Platt Park Senior Center, 1500 S. Grant St.denvergov.org/recreation

Wednesdays, 10/07-10/28 | 4:00p.m.-5:00p.m.A Little Help's Senior Yoga Class at Karma YogaJoin A Little Help for workshops to teach a simple home prac-tice to improve the soundness of your footing, as our bodies face the challenges of aging. Practice yoga every Wednesday at 4 p.m. | 720-242-9032Karma Yoga, 1705 S. Pearl St.alittlehelp.org

Mon, 10/12 | 12:00p.m.-1:30p.m.Post Employment Group SeniorsAll retired and chronologically-gifted persons are invited. Luncheon is catered, $8.00 each. Visitors and new members are always welcome. | 303-722-5736University Park United Methodist Church, 2180 S. University Blvd.universityparkumc.org

Sat, 10/24 | 8:00a.m.-12:00p.m.A Little Help's Service SaturdayThe biggest volunteer day of the year! Help with safety hand-rails, window cleaning, painting, computer help, or car washing. Volunteers of all ages welcome! Seniors may call ALH to have a volunteer team come by and offer a little help! | 720-242-9032Denver South High School, 1700 E. Louisiana Ave.alittlehelp.org


Indigenous Film Festival brings culture, food and entertainmentby Amanda Ford

Colorado is a melting pot of cul-tures, music and art. Groups are encouraged to freely express

themselves through dance, song, meet-ings and even through film.

The International Institute for Indigenous Resource Management is a law and policy research non-profit based in Denver that focuses on empowering native peoples.

The organization looks at cut-ting-edge issues and how they relate to native people’s control over and man-agement of their lands and resources. A main goal of the organization is to spread awareness about indigenous peoples, big and small, local and inter-national. Although they are based in Denver, the International Institute for Indigenous Resource Management relies on the support of associates around the country and in Canada, New Zealand and Australia.

Each year the organization hosts the Annual Indigenous Film & Arts Festival. The festival gives people a glimpse into the lives, stories and challenges of indig-enous peoples from around the world. These stories are meant to bring aware-ness to issues happening in today’s society.

This year’s twelfth annual festival is Oct. 7-13 and includes 15 films by and about indigenous peoples. Two of this year’s films are made by native youths with a passion for film and an even bigger passion for their culture.

Each film will be screened at a dif-ferent venue throughout the Denver metro area. Thus, the festival can be brought to various neighborhoods and can introduce a broader group of people to indigenous film. A short discussion is held after each film viewing to encour-age conversation and interaction with the filmmaker or participating artists.

“It’s an opportunity for people to hear indigenous voices straight from the source,” said Jeanne Rubin, Film Festival Director. “Our hope is to educate people about the issues pertaining to native cultures and groups while also offering an open venue for native people to share their stories.”

This year’s festival, themed “People and Place” is estimated to bring in

around 1,500 viewers including school groups and a general audience reflecting Denver’s diverse population, including members of Denver’s American Indian and Native Hawaiian communities.

Videos range from highlighting tra-ditional native foods like stone soup (The Path of Stone Soup on Oct. 13) to following in the footsteps of a young native Navajo transgender female (Drunktown’s Finest on Oct. 10). Climate change is another common theme

found intertwined in the films. Art from local Navajo artist, Melanie Yazzie, can also be viewed on Oct. 8 in her exhibit “Histories Beyond Homeland” with its focus on quiet and balance.

“This is not your typical film festi-val,” said Rubin. “There are no awards given and no admission prices requested. This festival is designed to encourage creativity among native people and bring contemporary issues to the forefront.”

The International Institute for

Indigenous Resource Management Annual Indigenous Film & Arts Festival brings together various groups of people with the common love for culture and film.

See the box below for a brief sched-ule. For more information on the festi-val visit iiirm.org/iiirm_home.htm. All films are free and open to the public. A $5 donation is suggested at each film viewing to keep the tradition of the fes-tival alive.

12th Indigenous Film & Arts Festival October 7 - 13, 2015Love a good story? The Indigenous Film & Arts Festival, now in its twelfth year, offers an array of intriguing stories

told by native peoples from around the world. This year’s presentation, themed People & Place, features a multicultural variety of full-length films, shorts and documentaries from indigenous writers, actors, filmmakers and cultural experts.



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Wed, 10/07, 7:00-9:00p.m.Nallua Q&A with co-producer José Gérin-Lajoie Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver

Thu, 10/08, 5:30-7:30p.m.Art Opening: Histories Beyond Homeland, with artist Melanie Yazzie Reception: 5:30p.m., Artist Talk: 6:15 p.m.

Fri, 10/09, 6:00p.m.-8:30p.m.Visions in the Dark: The Life of Pinky ThompsonUniversity of Denver Lindsay Auditorium Sturm Hall, 2000 E. Asbury, Denver

Sat, 10/10, Double Feature4:00-6:00p.m.Short Films from Around the World6:30-9:00p.m.Drunktown’s Finest Student Commons Bldg., Room 1500 Auraria Campus, Denver

Sun, 10/11, 6:00p.m.-8:00p.m.We Are All Related HereHistory Colorado, 1200 Broadway, Denver

Mon, 10/12 9:30a.m.-5:15p.m.Roundtable: Native Chefs, Attorneys and Anthropologists in the Kitchen: Creating Indigenous Gastronomies

12:45-1:45p.m. Film & Brown Bag Lunch – OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - The Path of Stone Soup, with Chinantec Chefs César Gachupín de Dios and Victor Gachupín Velasco Krugman Conference Room, Research 2 Bldg. Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora 6:00-8:30p.m.Finding GastonHensel Phelps Room, Research 1 North Tower Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora

Tue, 10/13, 6:30-8:00p.m. The Path of Stone SoupSu Teatro, 721 Santa Fe Drive, Denver


ARTS & EVENTS

Theater /DanceBabi Yar Park, 400 S. Kearney St.Sun, 10/04 | 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m."White Mirror"An original site-specifi c public dance perfor-mance by internationally renowned choreog-rapher Robert Sher-Machherndl. Performed by Lemon Sponge Cake dancers and collabo-rator, Sharon Wehner, Principal Dancer with Colorado Ballet. | 720-865-4220artsandvenues.com/publicart

Buntport Theater, 717 Lipan St.Tue, 10/20 | 8:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.The Great Debate

FilmDenver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St. Thu, 10/01 | 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.Chipotle Sustainable Food Film SeriesAmerica’s National School Lunch Program exposes children to unhealthy but culturally accepted foods. Could this be the root of the childhood obesity crisis? School offi cials, pol-iticians, doctors, chefs, authors share how to solve this predicament. | 720-865-3500botanicgardens.org

Denver Museum of Nature and Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd.T hu, 10/01-Thu, 01/28 | 9:00a.m.-5:00 p.m.Humpback Whales 3D (IMAX)Take an extraordinary journey into the hidden world of one of nature’s most awe-inspiring marine mammals. Driven to extinction nearly 50 years ago, humpbacks are making a slow but remarkable recovery. | 303-370-6000dmns.org

Sie FilmCenter, 2510 E. Colfax Ave.Mondays, 10/05-10/ 26 | 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.Music and Film Trivia NightJoin Twist & Shout and the Sie Film Center for pop culture questions, boozy trivia, prizes galore and many other goofy antics. Teams compete to answer questions for prizes and the glory of declaring superior knowl-edge. Located in Henderson's Lounge. | 720-381-0813denverfi lm.org

ConcertsAugustana Lutheran Church, 5000 E. Alameda Ave.Sat, 10/03 | 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.Concert by Dr. Fathe FreeseThe American Chapter of the American Guild of Organists presents a recital by Dr. Faythe Freese, Professor of Organ at the University of Alabama School of Music. She is an in demand recitalist throughout the U.S., Germany, South Korea and Singapore. augustanaarts.org

Denver Center for the Performing Arts, 1350 Curtis St.Sun, 10/18 | 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.Third Sundays: Live From The GalleriaBring a lawn chair and experience the magical surround-sound of the acoustically magnifi -cent Denver Performing Arts Complex glass Galleria as The Denver Brass perform. Free! | 303-832-HORN(4676)denverbrass.org

Epiphany Lutheran Church, 790 S Corona St.Fri, 10/09 | 6:00 p.m.-7:15 p.m.Happy Hour Chamber ConcertsHappy Hour Chamber Concerts presents the dazzling duo of LINDA LUNBECK (recorders) and ELENA MATHYS (harpsichord) in an unfor-gettable evening of Baroque masterpieces by Bach, Handel, and Telemann. | 303-451-6381happyhourconcerts.org

Lincoln's Roadhouse, 1201 S. Pearl St.Thursdays-Sundays, 10/02- 11/01Live Music at Lincoln's Roadhouse!Come on down to Lincoln's Roadhouse for scrumptious eats and fresh live music! Visit the website for a full list of shows. Wed nesdays, 10/07-0/28 | 8:00p.m.-11:30p.m.Open Mic Night at Lincoln's RoadhouseAre you an aspiring musician? Do you love listening to new talent? Interested in enjoy-ing great food and cold beers with friends and neighbors? Don't miss Open Mic Night at Lincoln's Roadhouse featuring Jon Steidman. | 303-777-3700 lincolnsroadhouse.com

Newman Center for the Performing Arts, 2344 E. Iliff Ave.Tue, 10/06 | 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.Colorado Symphony OrchestraThe evening begins with a performance of Mozart's Horn Concerto no. 3, featuring Colorado Symphony principal horn player Michael Thornton. Then we will go "Inside the Score" of Brahms's 4th Symphony. Come early to see "Behind the Curtain" at 6:30p.m. Sat, 10/10 | 7:30 p.m.First Night: A Brass FantasiaThe Denver Brass is rolling out the red carpet for their 35th Anniversary Season Opening Gala with First Night: A Brass Fantasia. A spec-tacular evening of magical brass music to entertain the young and the young at heart. Thu, 10/22 | 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.Michael FeinsteinMichael Feinstein's suave vocalism, irresistible charm, and remarkable insights into popular song make his concerts wonderful celebra-tions of the genre. Join Newman Center for the Performing Arts at 6:30 pm for their "Behind the Curtain" talk! | 303-871-7720newmantix.com

Swallow Hill Music Association - Main, 71 E. Yale Ave. Fri, 10/16 | 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.Best of Open StageShowcase of fi ve artists will each perform a 20 minute set allowing performers to share more of their material and the audience to hear more than just a couple of songs. Advanced open stage and stepping stone to performing a concert at Swallow Hill! Thu, 10/22 | 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.Open StageGot a song you’ve just got to share? Come play at Swallow Hill's open stage! Sign-ups are at 6:00 pm. Sets are 2-3 songs, depend-ing on the number of players performing. | 303-777-1003swallowhillmusic.org

The Cable Center, 2000 Buchtel Blvd.Fri, 10/16 | 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.Jazzed 2015 Benefi ting Inner City Health CenterJazz enthusiasts, dancers and lovers of fun are cordially invited to Jazzed. Featuring the music of Hazel Miller, Chris Daniels and special guest Todd Park Mohr; food, libations and silent auction. Tickets $50 benefi ting City Health Center. | 720-833-5084innercityhealth.org

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Kicking off the 2015-16 season with:

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Teams of non-experts head to head in lively debates of the inconsequential. Mundane topics are brought to life by ordinary, but opin-ionated folks. You're bound to be a fl ip-fl opper after listening to compelling arguments. Wed, 10/21 | 8:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.The NarratorsHosts Andrew Orvedahl and Robert Rutherford present actors, comedians, musicians, writ-ers and other creative types telling true sto-ries from their lives, centered on a monthly theme. Check out thenarratorspodcast.com for details and how to sign up. | 720-946-1388buntport.com

Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave. ParkwayFri, 10/30 | 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.Untitled Final FridaysGet an off beat art fi x, pick up a creative skill, convene with local movers and makers. Top it off with a cash bar, munchies, and a dose of the unexpected. Featuring performances by local artists including Joan and Charlie of Buntport Theater. | 720-865-5000untitled.denverartmuseum.org

Ellie Caulkins Opera House, 1101 13th St.

DABY TOURE WILL BE APPEARING AT SWALLOW HILL THIS MONTH. A singer-songwriter playing a self-described “Afropean” style, Toure is touring the U.S. Catch him at this nearby venue Oct 16, at 7:00p.m. Tickets are $28 in advance, or $30 at the door. PHOTO BY JEROME WITZ


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Fri days, 10/02-10/09| 7:30p.m.-9:30p.m.Sat, Sun 10/03-10/04 | 2:00p.m.-4:00p.mSat, 10/10 | 7:30p.m.-9:30p.m.Sun, 10/11 | 2:00p.m.-4:00p.m.La SylphideLa Sylphide features choreography by August Bournonville and music by Herman Severin Løvenskiold, performed live by the Colorado Ballet Orchestra. In the ballet, a young betrothed Scotsman pursues a beautiful winged sylph, or spirit. | 303-837-8888 ext. 2coloradoballet.org

Spark Theater, 985 985 Santa Fe DriveSat, 10/03 | 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.Rodents of Unusual SizeThe Rodents of Unusual Size are a short-form improv comedy troupe from Denver that have been performing for over 10 years. This is a free show appropriate for all ages and no res-ervation is necessary. sparktheater.org

GalleriesAnderson Academic Commons at DU, 2150 E. Evans Ave.Mon, 09/21-Sat, 10/31 Playful & InvitingOn the upper level, a series of colorful post-ers with playful typeface revive the perfor-mances and festivals staged at the University of Denver in the early 1950s. | 303-871-3958du.edu/commons

Art Images & Art at the Loft Galleries, 1021 & 1023 S. Gaylord St.Fri, 10/02-Sat, 10/31 Fantasy, Spiritual and SurrealContemporary and traditional paintings that refl ect other worldly experiences by Anthony Monaco and Michael Kimble with a selec-tions of new monotypes from Katharine McGuinness. Opening reception: Fri., Oct. 2, 5-8p.m. | 303-863-1559artimagesgalleries.com

Art Students League of Denver, 200 Grant St.Fri, 10/09-Fri, 11/06 Disembodied: A Head and Figure ExhibitionAn exhibit that is a-head of its time! Showcasing work that is head, shoulders, knees and toes – and the full fi gure too. Artists' reception: Fri., Oct. 16, 5:30-8p.m. | 303-778-6990asld.org

Arts at Denver, 1025 S. Gaylord St.Fri, 10/16-Sat, 10/31 The Still LifePaintings of everyday (and not so everyday) objects, impressionist to realist, large to small, subtle to bold. Openings: Fri., Oct. 16, 6-8p.m. | 303-722-0422artsatdenver.com

Artwork Network, 878 Santa Fe Drive, Suite 2Fri, 10/02-Mon, 11/30 Candy CoatedA curated display of colorful paintings by Rob Reasoner, Ulla Meyer and Valentine Wolly, exploring the relationship between these art-ists and the deeper meanings their artwork holds beneath the candy-colored shell. | 303-388-1829artworknetwork.com

Bell Studio Gallery, 1573 S. Pearl St.Thu, 10/01-Sat, 10/31 Susan SchulteExhibit of new paintings that refl ect Schulte's whimsical perspective of the world, using lively colors that refl ect the vibrant palette of the Western U.S. landscape. | 7:00 a.m.-12:00p.m.Roland Van LuneRoland Van Lune, showcases his unique paintings of dancers, scenes of Santa Fe, New Mexico, joyful representations of life and cul-ture at Stella's Coff ee Haus, 1476 S. Pearl St. Artist reception: Thursday, Oct 29, 5-9p.m. | 303-282-7343bellstudiogallery.com

Brushstrokes Studio-Gallery, 1487 S. BroadwayFri, 10/02-Sat, 10/31 Off The Back BurnerWith a commitment to new approaches and themes, Kelly Berger, John K. Harrell, Kit Hevron Mahoney and Anita Mosher feature long-percolating series pieces, varying widely in theme and style. Receptions: Fri., Oct. 2, 5-8p.m. & Sat., 3, noon-5p.m. | 303-871-0800brushstrokesstudio.com

Byers-Evans House Gallery, 1310 Bannock St.Thu, 10/01-Sat, 01/02 Meditations on FragmentsExhibit of classic and new work by world-re-nowned photographer Paul Caponigro, fea-turing handcrafted silver gelatin darkroom

RED WALLS, BY FRANK MERREM, who describes this piece as “Empty space... to be transformed into something new. I saw color where none existed. Taken on a Saturday walk on Pearl Street, Boulder.” Currently appearing at Square Deal Framing.


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prints. Born in Boston in 1932, Caponigro is one of America’s most significant fine art pho-tographers. | 303-620-4933byersevanshousemuseum.org

Center for Visual Art, 965 Santa Fe DriveFri, 08/07-Sat, 10/24A New Fine Line: Contemporary Ink Painting From ChinaNine contemporary Chinese artists utilizing the Gongbi technique, a method of combin-ing fine lines with multiple layers of ink-shad-ings and colors, create works that embody contemporary subject matter and themes. Reception: Thur., Aug. 27, 6-8p.m. Fri, 09/11-Sun, 10/25Openly: LQBTQIAAn exhibition in conjunction with Auraria campus “Day of Art in Action” and “National Coming Out Day”, of artists’ response to “Red Envelope” from Richard Meyer’s “Outlaw Representation.” Closing reception: Fri., Oct. 16, 6-8p.m. | 303-294-5207metrostatecva.org

Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave. ParkwayFri, 10/02-Sun, 01/10Revolt 1680/2180: Virgil OrtizVirgil Ortiz, ceramicist, fashion designer and graphic artist from Cochiti Pueblo, New Mexico, uses contemporary art to blend his-toric events with futuristic elements.Sun, 10/04-Sun, 01/17Super Indian: Fritz Scholder, 1967-1980This groundbreaking exhibition of more than 40 rarely seen, monumental paintings is the first to explore how Scholder blended figu-rative and pop art influences to create col-orful, compelling and revolutionary images. Included in general admission. Sun, 10/11-Sun, 05/08Encounters with the UniverseAn early and influential conceptual photogra-pher, Kenneth Josephson makes photographs of found and constructed visual puzzles that demonstrate his alert and often humor-ous way of encountering the world at large. Included in general admission. | 720-865-5000denverartmuseum.org

Denver Art Society, 734 Santa Fe DriveFri, 10/16-Sat, 10/31The Forgotten

Features art of all mediums that considers the physical, social and individual experiences of the human condition and homelessness. Opening reception: Fri., Oct. 16, 6-10p.m., $10, all ages. | 720-583-3728denverartsociety.org

Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. ParkwayThu, 10/01-Thu, 12/31Kim Allen: Photographic RetrospectiveIn the Western History/Genealogy Gallery, Level 5, documenting Denver's Lower Downtown from 1983 to 1995, Allen's pho-tographs chronicle Denver with one foot in history, stepping into a new era, illustrating our foundation and respect of heritage. | 720-865-1111denverlibrary.org

Fascination St. Fine Art, 315 Detroit StreetFri, 10/09 | 11:00a.m.-5:00p.m.The Art of John LennonExplore a fabulous collection of limited edi-tions prints by John Lennon, for a three day limited engagement, admission is free, call to RSVP. | 303-333-1566fascinationstart.com

Mai Wyn Fine Art, 744 Santa Fe DriveFri, 10/02-Sat, 10/17Gregory EuclideEuclide is known for surreal, environmentally responsive mixed media drawings and con-structions. This exhibition features his new works on paper and porcelain coated steel. | 720-252-0500maiwyn.com

Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, 1485 Delgany St.Fri, 10/02-Sun, 01/31Marilyn Minter: Pretty/DirtyExhibition explores in detail the myriad image choices Minter has made as a painter and pho-tographer, the evolution of her style and tech-nique and her mode of production, including the creation of hyper-real, sometimes dizzy-ingly painted surfaces. | 303-298-7554mcadenver.org

Niza Knoll Gallery, 915 Santa Fe DriveFri, 10/02-Fri, 11/13

Wax StoriesA juried exhibition of encaustic art, using a heated wax based paint composed of bees-wax, resin and pigment applied on an absor-bent surface, featuring local and regional artists. Artist’s reception: Sat., Oct. 10, 4-7p.m. | 303-953-1789nizaknollgallery.com

SPACE Gallery, 400 Santa Fe DriveThu, 10/01-Sat, 10/17ConfluenceTyler Aiello, Monica Aiello, Betsy Stewart and Paul Ecke works examine the subject of water – employing unexpected shapes, colors and media to suggest the presence of water, our involvement with it and the considerations that accompany it. | 720-904-1088spacegallery.org

SPARK Gallery, 900 Santa Fe DriveThu, 09/24-Sun, 10/18Endless Horizon: 14,000 feet to Sea LevelLisa Call's abstract textile paintings explore the endless horizon of the ubiquitous New Zealand sea and its relationship to the expan-sive sky of Colorado. Receptions: Fri., Oct. 2, 6-9p.m.; artist talk: Sun., 11, 2p.m. Thu, 09/24-Sun, 10/18Paper TrailsJanice McDonald collects papers and rear-ranges, assembles and constructs them into compelling collages. Receptions: Fri., Oct. 2, 6-9p.m.; artist talk: Sun., 11, 2p.m. | 720-889-2200sparkgallery.com

Saks Gallery, 3019 E. 2nd Ave.Fri, 10/02-Sat, 10/31Andrea T. KempKemp's still life and figurative paintings are visual poetry that express her avid curiosity about the world and her eagerness to pursue new ideas and techniques of self-expression. Opening reception: Fri., Oct. 2. | 303-333-4144saksgalleries.com

Sand Dollar Gallery, 1256 S. Pearl St.Fri, 10/02-Sat, 10/31Annual Fall ShowAll new work by gallery artists – watercolors, pastels, jewelry & quilted cards. Also, paint-ings by Ellen Smith & Fall jewelry by Nancy

Condit. Receptions: Fri., Oct. 2 & Sat., 3. Watercolor Workshops offered by Nancy on Saturdays, Oct. 10 & 24, $80. | 303-871-8028sanddollargallerydenver.com

Singer Gallery, at the JCC, 350 S. Dahlia St.Thu, 10/08-Fri, 12/18Bereishit – Heaven and EarthPaintings inspired by the opening verses of Bereishit – "God creates the Heavens and the Earth". Sandra Kaplan's works are based on Hubble telescope photographs, James Cook’s in tradition of American landscapes. Reception: Thur., Oct. 8, 5-7:30p.m. | 303-399-2660maccjcc.org

Square Deal Framing & Gallery, 1460 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 100Sat, 09/19-Thu, 11/05Shutter Works 8The last of the Shutter Works shows featuring photos by David Anderson, Terry Fiala, David Pantuso, Tim Loomis, Richard Mahnke, Frank Merrem, Peter Lawlor, Sherry Harder and Connie Dines. | 303-757-4647squaredealframing.com

Vertigo, 960 Santa Fe DriveThu, 10/01-Sat, 10/31this is a picture ofCarin Rodenborn's acrylic paintings on linen, show a curiosity about formal and meta-phorical connections and convergences. Rodenborn experiments with how form and metaphor play on each other through color, shape, space and a consideration of edges. | 303-573-8378vertigoartspace.com

Vicki Myhren Gallery, at DU, 2121 E. Asbury Ave.Thu, 10/08-Sun, 11/15Annabeth Rosen: The Whole Is Equal…Exhibition featuring pieces from an ongoing series of collected and bundled handmade ceramic “found” objects. Also included in the show are large-scale drawings relating to the ceramic artwork. Opening reception: Thur., Oct. 8, 5-7p.m. | 303-871-3716myhrengallery.com


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ROSS TREE COMPANY30+ years of caring for trees in the Washington Park neighborhood. Pruning, planting, large tree removal, deep root watering, fertilizing and insect control. 303-871-9121.

GARDENINGHedge trimming, rose & shrub pruning, garden weeding, comprehensive clean-up. Bi-monthly maintenance available. Call Fred at 720-350-2281 – The Gardening Guy.

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MUSIC TO YOUR EARS!Old fashioned leaf raking (no blowers!) and spring bulb planting. Friendly to nature, friendly to you. Deborah Finch 303-406-3152.

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CHILDREN’S MUSIC LESSONSGive your child the gift of music! Former Swallow Hill Music School teacher now open-ing Denver's first Suzuki Recorder studio. Ages 3 and up. 303-718-2116.

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PROFESSIONAL DOG WALKERDependable, independent, dog walker, pet sitter (also cats) for 10 years. Reasonable rates. Available for out-of-town trips. References available, 303-860-0077.

PET SITTING PLUSLoving Care for Your Pets; Security for Your Home. Reasonable Rates. Bonded and Insured. References available, Call Kate, 303-981-6471. [email protected].

JULIE’S PET SITTINGDog walkies/sitting daily or overnights. Safe, competent, reliable animal lover. Flexible scheduling, reasonable rates. Your Wash Park area pet sitter for 8+ years. Certified NAPPS member. 303-733-9313.

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FOR RENT

AFFORDABLE LIVING IN WASH PARK Beautiful fully furnished garden level 1 bd, 1 bath, 1/2 block stroll to the Park. Living Room with fireplace, large bath with claw foot tub shower, efficiency kitchen, wet bar, gas stove, refrig/freezer, washer/dryer access! Large closet and additional storage room space. Private park-ing. References required. Available November 1, for 3 month lease terms with damage deposit. $1500 month includes all utilities, cable, and wi-fi. Responsible renters please contact [email protected].

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SAXOPHONESSelmar Mark VI. Soprano, alto, tenor, bari-tone. $27,500 for the set with accessories. Firm. 303-756-0994.

HELP WANTED

SEEKING SEMI-RETIRED PLUMBERWanted semi-retired plumber to work on my Cedar Pointe condo. No deadlines, flexible pace. Set your own schedule. [email protected]

JEWELRY

SOWILO ARTISAN JEWELRYHand crafted designs in silver. Custom design, silver jewelry restoration and repair. 1221 S. Pearl St. (303) 548-5467. Tuesday - Saturday 12:00-6:00 [email protected].

OUTDOOR STORAGE

5,000 SQ. FT. FENCED YARDWith electricity for lease. Central location near I-25/I-70; perfect for Towing, Landscaping, Roofing, Brick, Stucco, etc. Construction Company. Only $500 per month. Call Aidan McGuire, 303-901-8208.

TEACHING OPPORTUNITY

ENGLISH LEARNING CENTER-DU AREAOur dynamic all volunteer school needs dedi-cated teachers and teaching assistants to teach ESL to highly motivated, multicultural adults. General teaching experience is helpful but not essential. Classes are Monday-Thursday morn-ings. Days are flexible. We are looking for 4-8 hours of commitment per week. Please contact Ellen (Volunteer Coordinator) 303-744-1514 or email [email protected].

WANTED TO BUY

WANT TO PURCHASEMinerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201.

CASH FOR HARDBACK BOOKSTop dollar for libraries of all sizes. I pay cash, make house calls. History, first editions, fine bindings, vintage children’s science fiction, Western, Colorado and Denver history, Modern Library and any and all interesting books. References provided. 303-722-1846.

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University Park News & Views

October means cider and donuts, no doubt!The gobblin’s’ll get you, if you don’t watch out!

And stay away from the kids’ trick-or-treat loot! We all have plenty of tricks and treats without them,

for instance:Treats1. Hurry on over to the University

Park (UP) fall meeting Wed., Oct. 7. Come at 6:30 for snack and chat, then the meeting will be at 7-8:15p.m. Everyone is welcome.

2. Fun Run and Carnival are Sat., Oct. 11 at UP School. Run starts at 11:00a.m.; carnival from 11:30-2p.m. Come for a great time, and help raise funds for the school. Also Restaurant Night is Thu., Oct. 22, (no time yet). Call the school at (720) 424-3422 for details.

3. DU Homecoming is Oct. 16-17 with a carnival, taste of DU, book chat, chancellor-chat, hockey but, to our regret, no parade. Full info: du.edu/homecoming.

4. Elections are Nov. 3 and there’ll be a forum, Oct. 10 at South High School to hear about ballot measures 2A, concern-ing college tuition and 2C, concerning the Stock Show complex. All are welcome. Visit denverInc.org for info about this and other major neighborhood topics.

5. Astronomy Day is Sat., Oct. 17, cel-ebrated at Chamberlin Observatory start-ing at 7 p.m. with star-gazing and exhibits. On Oct. 24 from 11a.m. to 2p.m. there’s an

Auction at the Observatory to raise money for scholarships. Bring your old “astronomy stuff,” or buy some! For more celestial info visit denverastro.org.

Tricks1. It’s tricky for neighborhoods to

integrate increasing numbers of new residents into its community life. To live

in a great neighborhood and not be a part of it is a loss to the neighborhood (and the non-active). Please visit upcc.us to get on the University Park mailing list.

2. Traffi c and parking: trickier and trickier. Construction work, trucks and the addition of more cars to an already-busy little neighborhood, puts a strain on

the safety of drivers, bikers and pedes-trians. UP is going to write a description of its needs, to get help from the city to alleviate increasing concerns. To assist with this effort, please contact traffi [email protected] or (303) 910-6590.

If you have news or views, please contact Diana Helper, (303)733-4902, or [email protected].

Overland Neighborhoodby Michael Clark

A linear stretch of town that also houses historic Antique Row, the Overland neighborhood has

seen the rise of some creative, inspir-ing businesses in the last two years. It’s no secret that Denver’s brewery scene is massive, but the establishments on this side of town have their own unique spin. There’s Bear Creek Distillery, an American craft distillery that specializ-es in vodka, rum, whiskey and bourbon. Bear Creek sits near the corner of Acoma Street and Jewell Avenue with a small but cozy bar in the front that looks on into the mill room so you can watch the process while you enjoy any number of their special cocktails. This hip distillery is also a fun place for music lovers since they organize weekly “listening parties” of handpicked records.

Declaration Brewing and Grandma’s House add their own spin on the longstanding microbrew cul-

ture. Declaration boasts an open-air beer garden setting with large tables and lawn games. Grandma’s House pro-vides patrons with everything the name would entail. The assorted paintings hanging in the taproom are creations by brewery owners Ben and Matt Fuerst’s grandmother.

Complete with cozy couches, video game consoles and soul music on the house system, it’s a relaxing environ-ment where beer lovers can enjoy a wide breadth of creations from guest brewers and original brew recipes by the owners. For the non-beer drinkers, both of these establishments are still a viable option for big groups since they serve other beverages too. Declaration serves local Happy Leaf Kombucha while Grandma’s House serves up old-fashioned sodas in glass bottles. And although neither brewery has a kitchen, both spots have a cast of rotating food trucks curbside, usually updated weekly on their web-page calendars.

Just a few doors down from Grandma’s House, Corvus Coffee Roasters continues to thrive with its top-quality selection of single-origin coffees. A concoction worth trying is Corvus’ nitro-hopped cold brew coffee, a zingy, exotic caffeinated brew with a carbonated fi nish. Much like Bear Creek, you can watch Corvus’ hard-working roasters in action while you enjoy your beverage thanks to the cafe’s open fl oor design. For the true coffee connoisseur, Corvus also carries a wide choice of cof-fee-making gear. Whether you’re looking to start brewing Aeropress, or dive into the world of cold brewing, they’ve got all the gear and a knowledgeable staff who’s eager to educate their patrons.

In addition to these newer estab-lishments, a handful of “opening soon” signs have popped up since the end of summer in the Overland neighborhood. It will be exciting to see what the fall months bring for this growing and thriv-ing community.


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Letters to the Editor

2C Is Not Good Government

Referred Question 2C requests voters to authorize the city to borrow $778 mil-lion for improvements to the National Western Stock Show and the Convention Center. The debt incurred will be repaid by continuing the existing 1.75% lodger’s and rental car tax. Some of the improve-ments include:

Improving/re-building the 270 acre National Western Stock Show Center

Providing land for new Colorado State University buildings

Cleaning up the South Platte RiverCreating cultural facilities and a fresh

food marketExpanding the Colorado Convention

CenterAside from the merits of these

improvements, there are serious flaws in

the financing plan set forth in 2C. Good public financing looks to the

people who directly benefit and enjoy the improvements financed by the debt to be the primary source of repayment. However, the Mayor and City Council excluded a Stock Show seat tax from the 2C financing plan and chose to extend an existing tax approved by the voters in 1999 which is due to expire. The improve-ments financed by almost a billion dollars of new debt that will be enjoyed by people watching the Stock Show will be subsi-dized by Denver voters and visitors many of whom never attend the Stock Show.

No termination date for the 1.75% tax extension is another flaw. Prudently, the tax should end when the estimated 1.9 billion dollars of principal and interest are paid. Under 2C however, the tax will continue forever. It will be used to pay for Stock Show and convention center opera-

tions, as well as “tourist related projects”. Except this tax was originally approved by the voters solely for Convention Center construction, not for day-to-day operat-ing expenses and unknown, ill-defined “tourist projects”. Further, what becomes of the taxes currently being used for these operating expenses, and will this tax finance all of the necessary Stock Show improvements or will additional taxes be requested from the Denver voters?

If you agree that the financing plan in Question 2C contains serious flaws, you should vote “NO” so the Mayor and City Council can develop a more equita-ble financing plan and refer it back to the voters for approval.

Doug Windes

College Matters for Denver’s Future

The story of Denver is a story about thinking big, investing in the future and working together to create economic opportunity for everyone.

Today, too many of our Denver stu-dents are facing a daunting barrier to achieving their potential: the growing crisis in the affordability of college. In Colorado, the decrease in State support has significantly shifted the financial burden to students and their families. The result has been thousands of Denver kids who otherwise have the dedication, talent and grades to go to college cannot afford

to start or complete college because of financial pressures.

Meanwhile, by 2020, three out of every four jobs in Denver will require some post-secondary education, whether it’s a technical certificate, associate’s degree or college degree. To be financially shut out from post-secondary education also means being largely shut out from good economic opportunities in Denver’s bright future.

We have an opportunity this November with Referendum 2A-College Matters to think big, invest in the future and create economic opportunity as Denver has done time and again. For less than one penny on a ten dollar purchase, College Matters proposes to expand eco-nomic opportunity by:

• Supporting scholarship organiza-tions with proven track records, so they can help more Denver students get to college.

• Providing student loan debt relief for income-qualifying Denver residents attending college.

• Providing targeted support ser-vices like tutoring, mentoring, financial aid assistance and academic counseling to help Denver students complete their degree.

Importantly, this proposal rewards hard work and encourages personal responsibility because only students who are making progress on their degrees are eligible to benefit from funding through the scholarship reimbursement and stu-

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With one month under our belt at Denver South High School, there is already much to celebrate! Denver South welcomed 420 freshmen to the class of 2019, bringing total enrollment to 1550 students. With those students, 18 new teachers joined the staff this school year alone, allowing for new course offering ranging from High School Of Business to Chinese, not to mention core class sizes capped at 25-28. Denver South has also expanded course offerings supporting students with special needs in the Multi-Intensive-Severe Center Program.

The FLEX program, an after-school tutoring center made up of peer tutors and overseen by four core faculty members opened its doors with rave reviews. Students now have access to help Monday through Thursday after school, in addi-tion to the tutoring hours already offered by their teachers!

Not only are these Rebels working to achieve their academic goals, they are participating in 23 varsity sports and over 65 student clubs. All of this taking place in a student population representing over 60 countries and over 45 languages.

Be the fi rst to congratulate multimedia teacher Richard Cole for receiving the highest honor in two out of three categories for the weekly student show The Rebel Report or music teacher Hugh Ragin for his participation in New York City Jazz per-formances over the summer. Students as well took the spotlight with Zyen Smith being awarded the Honor Student Scholarship at the Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Summer Intensive and Emma Campbell qualifying as a National Merit Scholar semifi nalist! Even former students are taking their Rebel experience to great heights with Calais Campbell, formerly a Rebel honor athlete, starting defensive end for the Arizona Cardinals, returning to Denver South in September to present the NFL’s Gold Football Award because of his participation in the Super Bowl.

New students and new school year translate into a multitude of events hap-pening at the school. Check out the Denver South website (denversouth.org) for athletic events, plays, concerts, exhibitions and more. Better yet get your informa-tion from the new sign outside of the school. Join the Rebel community in upcom-ing events such as: Homecoming 10/9 at 4:00pm in All City Stadium,Trick-or-Treat Street 10/28 at 5:00pm in the gym, and the fall play She Kills Monsters (*for mature audiences only) 11/5-11/7 at 7:00p.m. and 11/8 at 2:00p.m. in the auditorium.

Please see the related article on page 35, concerning Dr. Waters’ departure, and the search process for South’s next principal.

dent loan debt relief. Study after study shows that a

post-secondary education means greater job opportunities, higher wages, higher local spending (which generates more taxes to support local services) and sig-nifi cantly less dependence on expensive public services such as welfare, unem-ployment and housing assistance. That’s good for city services and our neighbor-hoods, too.

The College Matters approach will set a new national standard, much like Denver’s groundbreaking Denver Preschool Program. College Matters focus is on college completion — there’s an emphasis on getting students to and through college so they can participate fully in Denver’s economic future.

Colorado ranks among the top fi ve states nationwide for college degree holders per capita, yet only one in fi ve Colorado ninth-grade students will earn a college degree — putting Colorado in the bottom quartile of college attainment. We know from experience that our economic future is intertwined with the education and skills of our youth. We need to reverse the Colorado paradox dynamic, develop our local talent and create opportuni-ties for Denver students to participate in Denver’s economic future.

Federico Peña

Vote “Yes” on 2CI am proud to call Denver home for

the past 40 years. The natural beauty of the Rocky Mountains, vibrant nightlife, diverse food scene, and weekend activ-ities throughout the city make the Mile High City a great place to live. However, not all communities are treated equally and we have an opportunity to right that wrong.

I am proud to support Measure 2C, which will create a home in Denver for the National Western Stock Show and reinvest in the communities surround-ing the Stock Show. The measure will also create a year-round, diverse venue — the National Western Center — with no new taxes. Measure 2C honors our west-ern heritage by helping the 110-year old Stock Show succeed for the next century.

Measure 2C will reconnect the his-toric neighborhoods of Globeville, Elyria and Swansea to each other, to the National Western Center and to Downtown Denver through improved roads and points of access. Measure 2C will also clean up one mile of the South Platte River and improve access to more than 90 acres of parkland, open space and riverfront, uncovering and restoring our city’s natu-ral beauty.

I look forward to the day when family and friends can gather at the new National Western Center. We will be able to walk along one mile of cleaned up river, get fresh produce at a year round indoor market and then attend an out-door concert.

The best part is that this can all happen with no new taxes. Using an existing small tax on hotel rooms and car rentals, we can use the dollars that out-of-town visitors spend to make this vision a reality and keep Denver moving in the right direction.

But this will only happen if we get out and vote to approve Measure 2C.

Out-of-town visitors come from all over the world to enjoy our beautiful Mile High City. It is a smart deal to use the very dollars that they spend to make our city even greater. Please join me by voting yes on 2C this November.

Beverly Cox Rosedale Harvard Gulch Resident


A Helping Hand for Our Feathered Friendsby Barbara Masoner Volunteer for Audubon Society of Greater Denver

With fall in the air it’s time to winterize our homes and yard. But what can we do to help our

feathered friends prepare for the cold temperatures? Regardless if you live in an apartment or have a large yard, you can create a habitat that benefi ts birds. There are three basic components that birds require to survive our winters: food, water and cover.

We all understand the basics of pro-viding birds with food: get a bird feeder and fi ll it with seeds. However, there are a few tricks that will help you attract a wider variety of birds. First, try to keep squirrels from getting to the feeders. They will scare birds off and eat all the seed. There are a variety of special bird feeders that prevents squirrels from get-ting at the seeds. Plastic skirts, available at birding stores, placed about four feet up on the tree or pole from which the feeder is hung are great detractors. The skirt blocks squirrels from climbing up the pole or tree and getting to the feeder and by putting it at four feet or higher, the squirrels are unable to jump over it. Sunfl owers are the best bet for seeds as they minimize feeding less desirable birds such as starlings, English spar-rows and grackles. When these fl ocks of birds move in they scare off the rarer, often more timid birds. Suet cakes pro-vide these insect eaters with the fat and protein their summer diets pro-vide. Chickadees, woodpeckers and nut-hatches are attracted to suet. Planting a variety of native trees and plants will

provide dried berries, fruit and seeds that will last birds through much of the winter.

Water is a little trickier in the winter because it will freeze. Birds need water more than food during the cold-est months because it can be hard for much harder for them to fi nd a source of unfrozen water. There are a few options. Specialty bird stores and many hard-ware stores carry birdbath heaters and heated birdbaths. Both require a source of electricity close to the birdbath. The movement of a fountain or other run-ning water feature will also keep water from freezing on all but the coldest days. Check the instructions to see at what temperature the pump will not operate and be sure to fl ush out the water before those really cold spells.

Cover is very important as it allows your feathered visitors to hide when predators show up. Throughout the winter my feeders are visited by sharp-shinned and Cooper’s hawks. These birds of prey hunt songbirds and feeders make it easy for them to fi nd their dinner. Native plants in your yard are familiar to songbirds and thus will provide more welcome escape from predators. Other ideas for cover include thickets, roosting boxes and mature trees.

If you’d like to learn more about helping birds out contact the Audubon Society of Greater Denver. They can pro-vide you with great information. And if you’d like to see a wide variety of birds in the winter, consider joining one of their bird walks. Visit denveraudubon.org.

SYNCHRONIZED SIPPING Robins and starlings cluster on a fountain that has been kept running for them through the winter. PHOTO BY REX NELSON.

New Solutions for Food Desertsby Barbara Masoner

This fall, Denver Food Rescue (DFR) and Grow Local (GLC) have joined forces. GLC harvests vegetables from their gardens and Denver Food Rescue picks the produce up within minutes of them being picked and delivers it to their free grocery programs. That means fresher, nutritious food for those in need who often can’t afford healthy options.

Grow Local Colorado promotes local food, local community and the local economy. One of the ways these goals are met is to grow vegetables in many of Denver’s public spaces, including city parks and the Governor’s Mansion. All of the produce grown by Grow Local goes to communities in need, such as food pantries and soup kitchens. Last year GLC grew over 5,000 pounds of produce, donated to eleven communities in need.

Denver Food Rescue partners with nine low income communities in Denver to create free grocery programs led by the residents. Each of these programs serves about 50 families per week. DFR picks up 1,000 pounds of food per day from grocery stores and farmers markets. Often this food would be thrown out due to minor blemishes. Roughly 50 volunteers do daily pick-ups, seven days a week. As if that isn’t impressive enough, 75 percent of DFR’s pick-ups are done on bicycles with trailers.

If you would like to learn more about, volunteer with or donate to either organization, contact Grow Local Colorado at [email protected], and Denver Food Rescue at [email protected].


Gardening

October Gardening by Joan Hinkemeyer

October’s dazzling blue and gold days equal serious cases of fall fever. These days of crystal clear

blue skies, calm air and exploding colors mentally turn us into carefree children frolicking across mountain sides, scuff-ing through leaves or merely being in-dolent adults lying in the sun to absorb, absorb, absorb – anything that will keep us outdoors.

clay. Incorporating leaves also helps.Finally, evaluate trees for pruning

to avoid costly and dangerous breakage during wet snows and high winds.

Then there is the leaf-raking chore. Those lovely leaves that shaded us from summer heat now seem little more than major nuisances, especially since the city has removed out accommodating brown dumpsters. Use leaves as mulch or grind them with your mower to put in compost piles.

Q. Last year we planted lots of new bulbs, but it was a losing battle since the squirrels dug up almost all the tulips bulbs. How do other people manage, or do we just have more hungry squirrels than most people?

A. Squirrels are nasty aggressive varmints in our landscapes, always eating what we want saved. If it will make you feel better, know your prob-lem is not unique. Some years ago the squirrels wreaked havoc on thousands of White House lawn tulip bulbs.

Try dusting the bulbs in baby powder or cornstarch before planting. Plant bulbs deeper than package direc-tions recommend, that will deter squir-rels and prevent bulbs from breaking dormancy too early in spring. I also use odd pieces of screening that I anchor over the planted areas. I leave it on until early spring. You may want to plant more daffodils and other bulbs since squirrels seem to prefer tulips. Readers, any suggestions?

Q. Our garden took off late after the hail storms and we still have a large crop of kale, collards and arugula. Will these survive the winter? What should we do

with them now?A. Let the arugula do what it wants.

It will send forth new leaves as early as February if it’s in the sun. Eat the other vegetables as long as possible; then cut back all frozen leaves. New growth often emerges in spring. If it doesn’t, remove the old root then. It’s always fun to see tiny fresh shoots in our own gardens when our winter-weary palettes are craving non-grocery store greens.

Q. I’m starting to hear about the ben-efits of planting winter cover crops? Is that suitable for here and for home gardens? What happens in spring?

A. Cover crops can prevent weed growth because their roots fill otherwise vacant soil spots, thus leaving no space for weed germination. They also pre-vent valuable topsoil from blowing away when there is no snow cover and they’ll add to soil fertility, especially if you plant any of the high nitrogen legumes. In early spring till the crop under a month before you plant.

Cover crop seeds are available at all real nurseries. When you are there, get extra sacks of compost to have handy for fall and early spring chores and note bargains on discounted items.

Q. What do I do with my perennials now?

A. Cut them back to about 6 or 8 inches, unless you want them for winter interest. This prevents major breakage from heavy snows but also leaves stalk

space for winter die-off. Never cut down to soil level and always leave ornamen-tal grasses alone until spring. Winter is their time of glory.

Enjoy October’s riotous color extravaganza. Plant lots of spring bulbs and splurge on mums for color now. Savor every perfect day to resurrect mentally during inclement winter days.

Then when that glorious Hunter’s Moon rises October 27, think of early ancestors preparing to hunt for winter’s food, and watch

“the birchen bough drop its bright spiral like arrow-heads of gold.”

William Cullen BryantTO OCTOBER!

ARUGULA IS A GARDEN STALWART, that will return every year — sometimes with two crops — if you let a few plants go to seed. The same is true of many other salad plants, including lettuces and bok choy.

Enjoy October’s riotous color extravaganza. Plant lots of spring bulbs and splurge on mums for color now. Savor every perfect day to resurrect mentally during inclement winter days.

If you feel guilty indulging in October fever, assuage your guilt with numerous outdoor tasks, all awaiting attention in your own landscape. Since Colorado springs are uncertain at best (remember last spring?), the more work we complete now, the less we’ll have to try to fit in later.

All vegetable gardens should be totally cleared of plant debris. If it’s diseased, bag and destroy it so that you don’t encourage problems later. Otherwise, put it in your compost pile where it will slowly decompose into black gold.

Planting a cover crop such as winter rye or clover will enrich your soil over the winter. Otherwise, rough-spade (simply turn over) the soil in flower and vegetable beds. Winter’s freezing and thawing will help break up the heavy

Dr. Waters to Depart South by Haines Eason

It is already likely well known that a Denver Public Schools (DPS) legend is leaving the Washington Park community. On June 29 South High’s Dr. Kristin Waters an-nounced she will be leaving the school community to join her husband who has

accepted a position in Atlanta, Georgia. On August 24, the DPS made the announce-ment public; at present a timeline for transition has been released.

A national search has commenced, and DPS will considering that talent against internal candidates. An eleven- to thirteen-member School Principal Search Advisory Committee (SPSAC) will form by November 1, and up to five slots will be filled by parents/guardians of South students and Wash Park community members. Dates for the transition are as follows:

August 24-November 1: formation of the Collaborative School Committee (CSC) comprised of DPS leadership; community engagement events announcing the tran-sition; national posting of the position; DPS HR’s recruitment and pooled screening of top candidates.

October 8: CSC considers applications for SPSAC. Consideration begins October 14.

Week of November 9: CSC engages with SPSAC and students to determine an ideal candidate’s characteristics.

December 3 & 4: leading candidates begin interview process. December 7: formal interviews begin. Week of Dec. 7: Evening community forum with finalists. Week of Dec. 7 or Dec. 14: Finalists moved into interviews with a DPS Senior

Leadership Team. Week of Dec. 14: Principal Resident/Succession Plan Leader named.

The departure of Dr. Waters will not be just a blow to South. Waters is a district leader with 28 years in education spent in Colorado and California. She has served as principal at three DPS schools and as High School Instructional Superintendent, overseeing half of the district’s high schools. Additionally, she has served as Assistant to the Superintendent for Innovation and Reform managing new school and policy development. In January, 2011, during his State of the Union address, President Obama acknowledged the difference Dr. Waters is making in public education. She has led South High School since June, 2011.


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