Tuesday, November 10, 2009

November 21st GRAND OPENING celebration of our new IMHS Second Chance Thrift Store

Join us on November 21st for our GRAND OPENING celebration of our new IMHS Second Chance Thrift Store above the shelter in Pine Junction! More than your average thrift store, Second Chance will stock new and very gently used items at great prices!

The store will officially open for business on Tuesday, November 17th and will be open Tuesday - Friday 12pm - 4pm and Saturday 10am - 4pm. Interested in helping us expand our hours?? Send an e-mail to wendy@imhs.org if you can donate your time on a weekly basis.

Below are the donation times and guidelines. Please read through the lists of what we do and do not accept BEFORE bringing items to the store. We have to be very selective given our small space and will turn away those items we've asked not to be donated. Please call with questions regarding specific items not listed (303) 838-2668.

“Second Chance” Thrift Shop Donation Guidelines
Donations are accepted 11am – 2:00pm Thursday and Saturday

Accepted Items (New, near new and gently used):• Outdoor gear
• Baby items
• DVDs in good condition
• Decorations and knick-knacks
• Artwork
• Pottery
• Jewelry
• Cooking and other kitchen accessories
• Tools
• Electronic equipment and small appliances 7 years old and newer
• Unworn shoes
• New pet items
• Designer clothing, modern belts and accessories

ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED:
• NO large appliances or furniture
• NO non-functioning electronic equipment or non-functioning small appliances
• NO electronic equipment or small appliances over 7 years old or in poor condition
• NO clothing
• NO worn shoes
• NO books
• NO VHS tapes
• NO large exercise equipment
• NO construction materials
• NO bedding/pillows
• NO holiday themed decorations or household items

PLEASE REMEMBER THAT DONATED ITEMS ARE USED TO RAISE FUNDS TO HELP ANIMALS IN AND AROUND THIS COMMUNITY AND THE THRIFT SHOP HAS VERY LITTLE SPACE.
ITEMS SHOULD BE OF A QUALITY THAT THEY COULD BE SOLD ON AN AUCTION SITE SUCH AS E-BAY. MANY OTHER ORGANIZATIONS ACCEPT DONATIONS FOR PEOPLE IN NEED OF CLOTHING AND ITEMS REGARDLESS OF THEIR CONDITION AND A FEW ARE LISTED BELOW. ADDITIONAL COSTS TO REMOVE TRASH AND LARGE ITEMS DRAIN FUNDS FROM THE IMPORTANT WORK BEING DONE AT INTERMOUNTAIN HUMANE SOCIETY. WE ALSO HAVE A VERY LIMITED AMOUNT OF STORAGE SPACE THAT WILL ONLY ACCOMMODATE SMALLER DONATIONS. MANY DONORS CHOOSE TO SELL LARGE ITEMS THEMSELVES AND THEN DONATE THE PROCEEDS TO IMHS. WE’RE VERY GRATEFUL TO EVERYONE WHO CHOOSES TO HELP IMHS IN THIS WAY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF WHAT WE DO AND DO NOT ACCEPT.

Other organizations accepting donations:
Mountain Resource Center (303) 838-7552
Mountain Peace Shelter (303) 838-1058
Goodwill (303) 904-6804
Salvation Army(303) 294-0580

Landfill and Transfer Stations:
Evergreen Transfer & Recycling (303) 674-4147
Mountain View Waste Transfer Station (303) 838-2155
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IMHS
67318 US Hwy 285 (Next to Panda Garden (formerly Woodside))
Pine Junction
Hours: Tuesday - Friday 11am - 2pm and Saturday 11am - 4pm
Also accepting donations at Healthy Pet Supply in Aspen Park
(303) 838-2668 www.imhs.org

Holiday Boutique this Saturday at Platte Canyon Comm. Church Nov.14

Come join your local MOPS (Mothers Of PreSchoolers) group as we kick off the holiday season with the 2009 Holiday Boutique! Over 20 vendors will be on hand, along with great food and a fun atmosphere.
Admission is FREE
The event will be at Platte Canyon Community Church in downtown Bailey and runs from 9am to 5pm on Saturday Nov 14th.
Thanks and we look forward to seeing you there!

CDOT & NHTSA funded RIDE SMART Coalition created by DRIVE SMART Evergreen/Conifer

FOR QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT:
Jackie Mohr, Executive Director of DRIVE SMART Evergreen/Conifer
email: info@drivesmarte-c.org
or
Deborah Napier, Coordinator, RIDE SMART Motorcycle Safety Coalition
email: bgskies@yahoo.com.
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DRIVE SMART EVERGREEN/CONIFER IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE RIDE SMART; A NEW INITIATIVE TO IMPROVE ON-HIGHWAY MOTORCYCLE SAFETY IN THE FOOTHILLS COMMUNITIES OF JEFFERSON COUNTY

In 2008, thirteen motorcycle fatalities occurred in Jefferson County, the second highest number in the state (2008 Colorado FARS). Furthermore, six (46%) of those fatalities involved riders with a BAC ≥ 0.08%, more than any other county in Colorado. Nationally in 2007, 28 percent of all fatally injured motorcycle riders had BAC levels of .08 g/dL or higher, a percentage less than half that of Jefferson County (NHTSA 2007, Data DOT HS 810 990).

With grant funding from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”), the Colorado Department of Transportation (“CDOT”) has awarded funds to DRIVE SMART Evergreen/Conifer (“DSEC”) in partnership with Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (“JCSO”) in the amount of $23,000.00 to establish a motorcycle safety coalition, named RIDE SMART. DRIVE SMART has taken a proactive stance in partnership with the JCSO to reduce these unacceptable losses of motorcyclists riding in our community. RIDE SMART is the first in Colorado working towards implementation of NHTSA’s new PROJECT GREEN-YELLOW-RED. Our focus is to reduce motorcycle riding at unsafe speeds and/or while impaired, to decrease the number of motorcycle crashes, injuries and deaths as well as to encourage all riders to ride within the limits of their abilities.

DRIVE SMART is pleased to announce that Deborah Napier, a licensed motorcyclist, and motorcycle safety advocate has joined our mission. She has completed the MSF Experienced Rider Course and is a Master Tread Trainer with Tread Lightly!

As Coordinator of the DRIVE SMART’s RIDE SMART motorcycle safety coalition, in the first year of the NHTSA grant, Ms. Napier will establish a working coalition in the Evergreen/Conifer area. This new coalition will include motorcycling enthusiasts, motorcycle dealerships, a Jefferson County public health official, a Jefferson County Sheriff Office representative from the Mountain Precinct as well as interested owners of restaurants and taverns frequented by motorcyclists in Evergreen and Conifer. Ms. Napier and RIDE SMART’s outreach to the motorcycling community has already started with the October meeting of ABATE’s District 16 organization in Conifer.

DRIVE SMART Evergreen-Conifer is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to develop partnerships with schools, businesses, civic, community and governmental organizations to educate, create awareness and improve attitudes concerning safe and courteous motor vehicle operation in our mountain communities. We seek to reduce traffic related injuries and fatalities. DSEC is the recipient of the “Non-Profit of the Year Award” from the Evergreen Chamber of Commerce in 2008.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT DRIVE SMART AND MOTORCYCLE RIDING EDUCATION INCLUDING WHERE TO TAKE A RIDER COURSE:

DRIVE SMART EVERGREEN/CONIFER www.drivesmarte-c.org
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Motorcycle Safety website: www.comotorcyclesafety.com
*** Additional links available at the DRIVE SMART website ***

DRIVE SMART wants all riders and their passengers to arrive home safely after a good ride.
Get trained and licensed
Wear protective gear -- all the gear, all the time -- including a helmet manufactured to the standards set by the DOT
Ride unimpaired by alcohol or other drugs
Ride within your own skill limits
Be a lifelong learner by taking refresher rider courses
Source: http://www.msf-usa.org/

Conifer Historical Society and Museum meetings

To All Members and Friends of the

Conifer Historical Society and Museum

Join us at our next meeting on

Wednesday, November 11
6:30 to 8:00 PM

The Main Lodge
Conifer Community Park at Beaver Ranch
Foxton Road, Conifer

Our Agenda Includes

1.
Appointment of the Nominating Committee
2.
Election of Officers will be held January 13 (active members are eligible to vote)
3.
Summary of the Board and Active Member Survey
4.
Proposed revisions(s) of the Bylaws
5.
Assessment of events: Reception at Lucille's and the Holiday Boutique
6.
Preliminary 2010 Calendar of Events

For Your Calendar
November 11 CHSM Meeting at 6:30 - Beaver Ranch
December No meeting
January 13 Meeting and Election of Officers at 6:30 - Beaver Ranch

Help us preserve and share Conifer's history!

Please call if you need a ride to the meeting.
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Suzi Morris
President

Conifer Historical Society and Museum
www.coniferhistorymuseum.org
303.697.0871 office
PO Box 295, Conifer, CO 80433
president@coniferhistorymuseum.org

The mission of the Conifer History Museum is to share the region's legacy
by collecting, preserving and exhibiting historical and cultural materials
and providing public access to services, collections, exhibits and a research library.
Join today! Help preserve Conifer history for future generations!

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

IMHS Marketplace and Thrift Store needs

Intermountain Humane Society will soon be opening a retail store selling new and gently used items. Look for more information coming soon! In the mean time, to get the store up and running, we are in need of a few items. If you have any of these items in good or better condition that you are willing to part with at a reasonable price or would be willing to donate, please contact me at the information below.

Items Needed:
Display Shelves
Display Counters
Display Racks
Clothing Racks
Cash Register

Please contact me here via PM or email (see buttons below this post) or by calling 303.816.7034 and keep a look out for more announcements regarding the grand opening of the IMHS Marketplace and Thrift Store

Thank you!

Mt. Evans Hospice offers free holiday grief workshops

"Honoring the Empty Chair"

MT. EVANS HOSPICE OFFERS FREE WORKSHOP
ON COPING WITH THE LOSS OF A LOVED ONE
DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON
Whether it's recent or long ago, dealing with the death of a loved one can be challenging , especially during the holiday season when the expectations for celebration are high. Mt. Evans Hospice is hosting a free workshop called “Honoring the Empty Chair,” where bereaved adults will learn and share ideas to help cope with the loss of a family member or friend during the holiday season.

The workshop will be offered twice this season: Tuesday, Dec. 1, 10:00 a.m. to noon and Thursday, Dec. 3, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Mt. Evans social worker Barb Lamperski, MSW, LSW, will lead the meetings, which will feature discussions about coping strategies and support resources. Light refreshments will be served.

Both sessions will be held at the Mt. Evans offices (3081 Bergen Peak Drive, Evergreen), and reservations are recommended. For more information, or to reserve a space, call Mt. Evans at 303-674-6400.


ABOUT MT. EVANS HOSPICE & HOME HEALTH CARE
Since 1980, Mt. Evans Hospice and Home Health Care has delivered professional, compassionate in-home medical care to mountain-area residents who are recuperating from an injury, living with a chronic illness, or facing end-of-life issues. A highly trained, caring staff also helps family members by providing counseling services, support, and education.

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

“Seasons of Our Mountains” Calendars Available Nov. 9

“Seasons of Our Mountains” Calendars Available Nov. 9
Advance orders welcome!

Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Search no further! The 2009 “Seasons of Our Mountains" calendar makes a delightful present for family and friends, both near and far. This full-color calendar offers a different image each month unique to Evergreen, Conifer, and surrounding communities. Sponsored by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Evergreen National Bank, Evergreen Newspapers, and Mt. Evans Hospice & Home Health Care, the calendar represents the beauty and spirit of our mountain area.

The 9” x 12” calendar is only $9, which includes tax. For an additional $3 per calendar, the staff at Mt. Evans will package and mail each calendar to the gift recipient you designate. Call Mt. Evans for details: 303-674-6400.

The 2010 “Seasons of Our Mountains” calendars will be available beginning Nov. 9. They can be ordered online at www.mt.evans.org, or purchased at the following locations:

Evergreen/Bergen Park: Mt. Evans Hospice offices, Caffe di Lucca, Evergreen Chamber of Commerce, Evergreen Gallery, Evergreen National Bank, Frames for All Reasons, Fringe, The Green Merchant, Hearthfire Books, King Soopers, Mountain Home, Photo Express-It, Shadow Mountain Gallery, TallGrass Aveda Spa, Timberline Gallery, and Village Gourmet

Kittredge: The Comfortable Home

Conifer/Aspen Park: Safeway, Conifer Vet, King Soopers, Mountain Books

Georgetown: Georgetown Visitor’s Center

Bailey: Knotty Pine, Platte Canyon Animal Hospital

Proceeds from calendar sales will help Mt. Evans care for underinsured or uninsured patients as well as support numerous services provided by Mt. Evans, including grief counseling, transportation for patients to medical appointments, respite care for family caregivers, and Camp Comfort, a bereavement camp for children. For more information, call 303-674-6400.

Saturday, October 24, 2009

Elk Creek Fire seeking firefighters

The Elk Creek Fire Department is seeking volunteers
The application deadline is fast aproaching
If you have the desire, time, and ability please checkout
www.elkcreekfire.org and go to the "Becoming a FF" link for more info and to download an application

The most important resource of any of our fire departments is the men and women who serve. We need you to step up

Thursday, October 22, 2009

Outdoor Lab to Costa Rica

We are taking a group of high school students and teachers to Costa Rica for 10 days July 12 through July 21 2010. The trip is designed to expand the Outdoor Lab experience by providing a science-based, expeditionary study in the amazing ecology of Costa Rica. Our exploration of the entire country includes the rain forest, a volcano, rivers, lakes and the west coast. In addition, we will be visiting a school while we are there. The price of about $2100 includes airfare, transportation, lodging, food, and entrance into the ecological reserves. To see the itinerary, log on to www.eftours.com tour # 707449. Anyone who is interested can call me at Windy Peak Outdoor Lab at 303 982 9494 or email at krausebs@hotmail.com. By the way, some parents are traveling with their high school students too.

To help with the cost of the trip we are selling tickets for families to experience Outdoor Lab and also selling organic, free-trade Costa Rican coffee.

Thanks again,

Shelley Krause

KNIT KNOOK - November classes

NOVEMBER CLASSES

MONDAY
FIX-IT-CLASS: Learn how to fix all those dropped stitches and more. One night class. November 9th from 6-8pm-$15-Bette
Beginning Knitting: Learn the basics of knitting and more. This class can give you the start you have always wanted to the world of knitting. November 16th,23rd,30th from 10-12pm-$45-Jane
Oregon tote: This is a felted purse or knitting bag. Make it your own and pick any color you want. Learn how to pick up stitches and work with circular needles. November 16th,23rd,30th from 6-8pm-$45-Jane

TUESDAY
Beginning Knitting: Learn the basics in this 4 week class and begin a project of your choosing. November 3rd,10th,17th,24th from 6-8pm-$55-Bette
Wet Felting: When you learn to wet felt, you can make many different things. Come in and join us for this class and have some great fun. November 17th from 6-8pm-$15-Marny

WEDNESDAY
Famous Clogs: Come in and make these great felted slippers for Christmas. If you have always wanted to learn how to read a pattern, this is the class for you. November 4th, 11th,18th, from 6-8pm-$45- Wendy

Pop-up Gloves: Learn to make fingerless gloves and to make a cover to fit over your fingers. November 6th,11th, 18th from 2-4pm-$45-Bette

THURSDAY
Felted Purse: Come in and see this Beautiful Purse. This pattern is exclusive to those who take a Class from Jill. This purse is her design. November 12th,19th, & December 3rd from 6-8pm-$45-Jill

Alpaca Hat: Learn to Fair Isle while doing this great Flap Hat with Braids. You will also learn how to do a provisional cast on. November 5th,12th,19th from 3-5pm -$45-Diane

FRIDAY
Wonderful Wallaby: This is a hoodie pullover sweater and you can make it in just 4 weeks. Learn how to attach a pouch and make a sweater without seams. November 6th,13th,20th,and December 3rd from 2-4pm -$45-Diane


SATURDAY
Scrapper Mitt: This is a mitt you put on your window scrapper for those snowy days when you’re out and about. The mitt is a great Christmas gift and very quick to make.
November 21st from 1030-1230pm -$15-Bette

Lace Class: For all of you who want to learn about Lace Knitting, this is the class for you. You will make a Victorian Lace sampler and learn much more. November 7th,14th,31st,and December5th from 1-3pm -$55-Wendy

Hope to see ya’ll in the store soon!

Knit Knook Coffee & More
25557A Conifer Rd., #130
Conifer CO 80433
303-838-2118

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Feb. 20 Mt. Evans announces benefit theme, requests auction items

Mt. Evans Hospice
3081 Bergen Peak Dr., Evergreen, CO 80439

Contact: Beth Foster, Communications Coordinator

303-674-6400 bfoster@mtevans.org

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

There's gold at that gala!

The theme of this year’s Mt. Evans Hospice & Home Health Care February gala — “GOLD FEVER”—will commemorate the 150th anniversary of both the Colorado Gold Rush and the settling of the Evergreen area. The event, which will be held Feb. 20 at Mt. Vernon Country Club, marks the 24th annual benefit for the nonprofit agency. Mt. Evans is currently seeking sponsors and auction items for the gala; if you would like to know more about being a sponsor or donating an item, call Mt. Evans’ Director of Development Nancy Hiester at 303-674-6400, or email her at nhiester@mtevans.org.

Monday, October 19, 2009

Nov 28th Breakfast with Santa & Mrs. Claus

Saturday, November 28
Breakfast with Santa & Mrs. Claus
9:00 – 11:00am at the Evergreen Lake House
Limited Seating. Buffet by Tin Star Catering
Advanced tickets: $12.50 Adults & $7.50 Kids
Tickets at the door: $15 & $10
Tickets sold at Evergreen Crafters, Evergreen National Bank, Ice House Café, & Seasonally Yours

Be sure to bring your camera to capture those precious memories.

www.HeartofEvergreen.com

Dec. 4th Evergreen Tree Lighting and 18th Annual Holiday Walk

Friday, December 4
Tree Lighting
5pm at the Lake House
Santa & Mrs. Claus arrive in a fire truck to light the tree and sing carols. Caroling lead by Evergreen Lutheran Church Choir.
Walk to downtown with Santa & Mrs. Claus at 5:45pm

Holiday Walk & Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus
Take a stroll through historic downtown Evergreen. Join local merchants for a memorable holiday celebration. Take advantage of holiday specials, live entertainment throughout the evening and holiday treats.
Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus at Ice House Café.
Photos begin at 6:45pm. Cost is $5

For more information, please visit www.HeartofEvergreen.com

Saturday, October 17, 2009

Hatha Yoga in Conifer, WITH Childcare!

Calm your mind*Strengthen your body*Open your heart

Join me in a variety of breathing techniques and poses that will reduce stress, align and strengthen muscles and joints, and promote a greater sense of well-being and relaxation. Yoga as a practice is a wonderful addition to compliment your daily life, and enhance other activities by reducing injury and increasing strength and flexibility. The movement of yoga is a wonderful cross training to enhance performance in your other sport activities. With yoga you will bring greater stillness and peace to your life.

All Levels Hatha Yoga

Mondays from 4:00-5:15

(Conifer Jazzercise studio above Boulder Gas/ Stop 4 Gas -9064 Hwy 285)

Class $12.00 per class/ Punch card options available/Specials available for Jazzercise members.

Babysitting available-$1.50 per child

Call Laura Ferguson for more details 303-278-8954 or e-mail laura@broadspoke.net or just show up on Mondays at 4:00pm

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Nov. UPCOMING CONIFER AREA COUNCIL COMMUNITY MEETING DATES

HELP SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY MEMBERS

PLEASE BRING A NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEM TO THESE MEETINGS FOR OUR LOCAL FOOD BANKS

Conifer Area Council and other Community Upcoming Meetings and Events


PRIORITIZATION OF HISTORIC SITES ON NEWLY DEVELOPED MAP

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at 7:00pm: Town Hall Meeting at West Jeff Middle School

NEW HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN / WATER PIPELINE / JOB FAIR / & MORE

Thursday, November 19th, 2009 at 6:30pm: Community Vision Study / Action Team Meeting at CHS Library
ARCHITECTURE / COLOR CONIFER / PUBLIC PLACES / HISTORIC & LAND PRESERVATION