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Art of
David Uhl

Lots of horsepower

6 JeffCo Living • March • April • May 2016 • www.JeffCoLiving.com In a beautiful and unique space, with
portions of the building dating back to
the 1890s, you’ll find one of the most
talented artists in all of Colorado. David
Uhl comes from a talented lineage.
Born in Toledo, Ohio in the early 1960s,
David is the grandson of Clement Uhl,
who founded Uhl Art Steel Company in
1904 with his brother Philip. Clem, as he
was known, had no formal training but
could draw and build anything he set
his mind to. The company employed all
ten Uhl brothers and originally manu-
factured furniture for ice cream parlors
before expanding to include office and
classroom furniture. Clem designed the
furniture, built the machines to make
the furniture and created the advertising,
logos, and photographs of the product
line. A famous customer, Thomas
Edison, asked Clem to build tables for
some of his inventions and that led to a
friendship with Edison and eventually
Henry Ford. Because the furniture was
so well engineered, a substantial amount
of it still exists today and is very popular
among industrial chic and Steampunk
collectors. The success of the company
and the genius behind it would
influence David and his family for
many years to come.

Fine art horse images produced by David over
the last year. They are a great complement to
his horse-powered vintage motorcycle images.

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Like his grandfather, David was born The UHL Brothers at the new factory. (From Left to Right), Phil, Tom,
into a large family and would one day Otto, Bob, Joe, Henry and Clement Uhl
achieve fame and fortune for his gifts.
David was born the sixth of seven In 1898 David Uhl’s grandfather Clement R. Uhl, and his brother
children and it was an advantage to be Philip Edward Uhl, opened a small bicycle repair shop. The name of
one of the youngest as he gleaned lots of their enterprise was Uhl’s Cycle Emporium. Their investment capital
tips from his artistic siblings. Since his was eighty five dollars and their business grew rapidly, so that thirty
early youth he had a pencil in his hand days later they built a brick addition and added some machinery,
creating cars, ships, planes, and even together with a brazing furnace and enameling oven. Two years
spacecraft, a favorite subject matter. later, with additional brothers who had joined the firm, they
After his eldest brother Phil returned incorporated the Uhl Brothers Company. As the bottom had dropped
from art college, David couldn’t wait out of the bicycle business, they started to manufacture novelties,
to show him his latest drawings. When finally developing a steel chair and table that are coveted today by
Phil told him the car he drew was out collectors of what’s called “Steampunk” artistic furniture.
of proportion, he took the critique in
stride and then learned how to draw in to bring along a photo as a guide and David has created a vast collection of
perspective, always eager to advance David fortuitously chose an image of a museum-quality paintings detailing the
his skills. vintage Harley to bring to the gathering. amazing history of these great bikes and
Although he had never painted with those that have ridden them. His work
In school, the attraction to draw was oils, his first work entitled A Change has been adored and collected by people
often more inviting than the daily classes. in the Weather was striking. After all over the world. Charles Osgood, of
Attending an all-male high school, he deciding to take the painting to Harley- CBS Sunday Morning with Charles
found that his images of women were Davidson headquarters in Milwaukee, Osgood, referred to David as “The
highly prized by his classmates and by David was ordained the company’s first Norman Rockwell of Harley-Davidson
graduation, David had decided to pur- ever licensed oil painter. Over the years, artists.”
sue a career in art. He applied for, and
won the only full-ride scholarship to David’s first oil painting,
the Art Institute offered to a high school “A Change In the Weather”
senior in the U.S. David chose to move
to Colorado and though he enjoyed the
life drawing and illustration classes,
he became dissatisfied with the design
programs the institute offered. After
just one year, he left his studies and fo-
cused his talents on commercial design
and illustration. He formed David Uhl
Illustration, which would soon become
an award-winning firm servicing many
prominent Fortune 500 clients.

Amid his success, David bought his
first motorcycle in 1988 and attended
the world-famous Sturgis Motorcycle
Rally in Sturgis, South Dakota experi-
encing firsthand what drew so many to
this lifestyle. Fascinated by the culture,
he began drawing women and motorcy-
cles and by 1993 he was creating count-
less best-selling designs for Harley-
Davidson apparel. But sensing he could
do more within the genre, he accepted
an invitation in 1996 from friend and
fellow artist Quang Ho, to attend an oil
painting get-together. Ho asked him

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David’s art has gained him many admirers over the years but the
addition of a recent fan is one of his favorite stories. In early May,
2013, he was contacted by Harley-Davidson’s European directors
and asked about painting a canvas as part of Harley-Davidson’s
110th Anniversary Celebration in Rome and Vatican City.

The directors had talked with the Vatican about the planned
“Blessing of the Bikes” on June 16, 2013 and wanted to present Pope
Francis with a commemorative oil painting along with two classic
white motorcycles. David researched the composition for his
timeless piece learning about appropriate outfits for monks and
choosing a 1940s feel depicting a 1948 Harley-Davidson FL Panhead
in Saint Peter’s Square with a priest pausing to admire the “crazy
machine.” At the actual event, David waited while “Papa
Francesco” rode in his open-topped white jeep along Via della
Conciliazione to San Pietro Square, blessing an estimated 35,000
bikes and 150,000 bikers, along with nuns and faithful Catholics.
Though the thunder of thousands of bikes overwhelmed much of
the pontiff’s Angelus prayer, all in attendance knew this was an
amazing experience. Following the service, Pope Francis’ motor-
cade passed beyond the square and stopped where David Uhl, the
Monsignor, the head of the Swiss Guard, the U.S. Ambassador to
the Vatican and Harley-Davidson’s first couple, Willie G. “Bill” and
Nancy Davidson, waited. David was part of the presentation of his
painting to a warm and smiling Pope Francis along with a leather
“Freedom” coat signed in different countries around the world.

Pope Francis never said a word to David but he could tell he was
pleased with the painting as evidenced by his double-take before
leaving. “He turned back around and looked at the painting and
nodded. He loved it!” David said, “I felt great about that, especially
with all the art he’s seen.”

The honor included a limited-edition Vatican postcard with a
stamp that depicts the painting. “Chance Encounter” by David Uhl
now belongs to the Vatican and is part of a collection that includes
the work of Michelangelo and Raphael.

David Uhl is genuine and approachable, gracious and welcoming,
even as admirers stare at his strikingly realistic compositions. He
enjoys painting beautiful women as much as he enjoys painting
beautiful machines. “Made in America,” part of Uhl’s Portraits

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You’ll find a humble, deep thinking
soul behind these beautiful paintings.
David says, “I’ve always been fascinated
with the nature of reality. What is this
place? My perception tends to take me
quite deep. So I’ve spent my life study-
ing things like quantum physics,
mechanics of perspective, and the way
light works. What’s really going on
here? The idea seems to constantly come

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Evergreen Chamber Orchestra’s 34th Season
William Hill, Music Director

Spring Concert - Sunday, April 24th at 3 pm, Church of the Hills, Evergreen.
Music by Mozart and Bizet, and featuring violin soloist Lydia Sviatlovskaya performing Sarasate and Saint-Saëns.

ECO’s Second Annual Jazz Gala
An evening of jazz performed by Bill Hill and Friends
Thursday, May 12th 2016 at 6 pm, Mount Vernon Country Club
$70 ticket includes heavy d’oeuvres buffet, signature drink from
LIV Sotheby’s, silent auction, and an evening of world class
jazz by William Hill (principal timpanist of the Colorado Symphony)
and his band.

Tickets available at www.evergreenchamberorch.org
Proceeds benefit the Evergreen Chamber Orchestra

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TArLeaoscuarle

When you think of fine wine you may
think of France, Germany or California.
But how about Colorado?

The warm days, cool nights and low hu-
midity of Rocky Mountain valleys make for
ideal grape-growing conditions — just one
reason why the Colorado wine industry,
established more than a century ago, is
evolving into a internationally recognized
winemaking region. According to
Coloradowine.com. 125 wineries
contribute approximately $144 million to
the Colorado economy every year.

For more than 15 years, Creekside Cellars
in the heart of Evergreen, has celebrated the
relationship of good food and good wine
shared with family and friends.

Owners Bill Donahue and wife Anita
always loved drinking wine but in the early
1980s, inspired by Anita’s Italian heritage,
they, along with son Tim, began making
their own wine. After friends and family
raved about their wine, they decided to
make it a real business and manifest their
dream of owning their own winery. They
leased a former gas station on the banks of
Bear Creek in Downtown Evergreen and
became licensed and bonded in 1996. But
almost four years went by before they could
open the doors due to lengthy environmen-
tal studies and the costly cleanup required
to turn a gas station into a food and bever-
age establishment. They finally opened on
November 26, 2000 offering a small selection
of wines and a limited takeout menu and
just two years later decided to plant their
own vineyard – Vinelands –ten acres
located in Palisade on the Western Slope.

It was after attending the Colorado
Mountain Winefest in 1994 that Creekside’s
vintner, Michelle Cleveland, armed with a
degree in agriculture from the University of
Illinois, heard about a new winery opening
up in Evergreen. After several visits, she
became acquainted with owner Bill Donahue
and expressed an interest in learning wine-
making. Bill invited her to spend time at the
winery as a volunteer and agreed to be
her mentor.

Michelle’s job as Director of Production Bill Donahue and Michelle Cleveland
and Distribution for Dazbog Coffee Company
in Denver soon became less desirable and Beyond their award-winning wine, there is a delightful menu
she knew her dream job was in the wine for lunch or an early dinner. From their Italian antipasto platter to
industry. Soon, she left Dazbog Coffee and rosemary chicken, grilled eggplant or a ham and brie panini, there
enrolled at the University of California – is something for most every palate and a kid’s menu too.
Davis taking her hands-on knowledge to
the next level. In addition to learning the Make Creekside Cellars part of your next trip to Evergreen
winemaking process, she has had the and enjoy this unique local treasure. And be sure to check out
opportunity to work at the vineyard, which Coloradowine.com for more information about Colorado’s award-
she loves as it takes her back to her roots winning wine industry.
and her first degree in agriculture. She says
she loves driving the tractor and getting her
hands (and the rest of herself) dirty growing
the grapes!
Michelle will tell you that she admires owner Bill Donahue for
his quiet spirit and love of wine and you can tell by her passion and
dedication as Creekside’s Vintner that her heart and soul goes into
every wine they produce.

RECENT AWARDS

International Wine Channel Awards


2010 Syrah - Double Gold
San Francisco International Wine 2012 Viognier - Silver
Competition 2014

2010 Robusto - Silver
2010 Malbec - Double Gold 2011 Petite Sirah - Bronze
2010 Petit Verdot - Bronze
2011 Petite Sirah - Bronze

San Francisco International Wine
Competition 2013
Colorado Mountain Winefest 2010 Creekside Robusto - Premium
Best of the Fest

Bordeaux Blend - Silver
2011 Syrah - Gold 2012 Creekside Gewurztraminer - Silver
2011 Cabernet Franc - Silver 2009 Creekside Syrah - Bronze
2011 Petit Verdot - Silver 2010 Creekside Cabernet Franc - Bronze
2012 Chardonnay - Bronze
WTF White NV - Bronze
WTF Red NV - Bronze



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Barry Ebert Reverend Barry Ebert, Youth Director
and Assistant Minister at Mile Hi Church
A Teacher of in Lakewood recently reminisced about his
Love and Logic career and passions, but mainly one passion
in particular… teaching Love & Logic
14 JeffCo Living • March • April • May 2016 • www.JeffCoLiving.com parenting workshops. In 1991, Rev. Ebert, in
the early days of his nearly 25-year career
at Mile Hi Church, was handed a cassette
tape entitled, “Helicopters, Drill Sergeants
and Consultants.” Little did he know he
was about to embark on a personal and
professional journey, one that would inspire
him, help his family and define his career.

The now classic audiotape was made in
the late 1980s by Jim Fay and Dr. Foster
Cline, the same two men who coined the
term “helicopter parent” and was the
foundation of their very successful and
world-renown parenting skills organization
Love & Logic based in Golden, Colorado.
Fay began his career as a teacher and in
1968 he was told by a superior that his
“drill sergeant” approach was not an
effective teaching style. About to lose his
job, he searched for another way to inspire
his students but found little information
on the subject. Later, as a principal in
Evergreen, he befriended local child
psychiatrist, Dr. Foster Cline. Together,
they formulated an empathic approach to
teaching and parenting and before they
knew it a company was born. Today, Love
& Logic workshops are taught by more than
20,000 instructors in schools, churches, and
military bases all over the world.

When Ebert received the tape, he was
working as a junior church coordinator and
was intrigued by the empowering message
and the way it was delivered, with clarity
and humor. As the father of two toddlers,
he decided to ask Jim Fay to come speak at
the church. Everyone in attendance loved
the speaker and the parenting techniques he
passed along. Ebert took the Love & Logic
workshop twice and then decided to teach
the concepts himself, something he’s been
doing for over 20 years.

Ebert opens his workshops by saying
“If you’re here today looking for a way
to control your child, you need to ask for
a refund.” The reason is, it’s about the
parents, not the child.

Fay and Cline believe there are three
types of parents. A helicopter parent
never wants their child to struggle so they
step in to solve all their problems and do
everything they can to protect him/her from
any negative feelings. This type of parent
will often say things like, “When are you
going to learn? I have to always clean up for
you!” The drill sergeant is demanding and
thinks that punishment and pain are the

Jesse, Gabriel, Stephanie and Barry Ebert

only ways to teach a child. “Do this or else!” is a common phrase. Teaching self-reliance is just one of the many themes Ebert
The consultant, on the other hand models good behavior and stresses in his workshops. He says that parents today are often
allows their child to experience life’s consequences while guiding caught between old parenting methods and new situations – such as
him/her to become independent and think for themselves. deciding the role technology should play in our lives.

Ebert, along with Stephanie, his wife of 30 years, embraced the When his oldest son turned 12, the Eberts decided to get rid of
consultant approach while raising their sons Jesse and Gabriel. their television. For the next ten years, both Jesse and Gabriel found
Apparently that approach has paid off. there was more time to pursue their passions and the family became
stronger and more attentive to each other as a result.
Whether they’re relaxing at Devil’s Thumb Ranch in Tabernash,
Colorado where son Jesse works as a lodging manager or sleeping Although he knows the same tactic is not realistic for every
on the floor of a tiny 42nd Street apartment in New York where son family, he advises families to take an occasional break from
Gabe calls home, Ebert says it’s as if they’re hanging out with their technology and experiment with a longer hiatus if you believe it
best friends. Both sons followed their passions in life - Jesse is an is negatively affecting relationships. Plan some fun activities to do
avid snowboarder and loves living and working in the mountains. together as a family. And above all, be present with your children.
Gabe, a Juilliard graduate, won a Tony Award in 2013 for his
portrayal of Mr. Wormwood in the Broadway musical, Matilda. Family is everything to Ebert and he believes he is doing exactly
He has begun acting in movies and television and recently appeared what he was meant to do in life. The core teachings of self-
on NBC’s The Blacklist. expression and self-reliance that he passes on to parents are exactly
what he’s been teaching the youth within his church ministry for
It goes without saying that Ebert’s sons learned how to be both the last 25 years. In recognition for his work with the “giant souls in
successful and self-reliant. And isn’t that what every parent wants little shoes” he was recently given the 2016 Youth Champion Award
for their child? Sure. But how do you get there? by the Centers for Spiritual Living. Although he is deeply honored
to be recognized by his peers, he says it’s truly fulfilling to see kids
Among other principles, Love & Logic teaches parents how to he taught in Sunday school grow up to be great parents who are
lovingly encourage their kids to solve their own problems and let passing along the wisdom of Love and Logic to a new generation.
the child, not the parent, deal with any consequences that arise.
Parenting this way produces more self-reliant, self-assured and In addition to being a great teacher, youth minister, father
capable young adults. and husband, Ebert is an accomplished songwriter with five
CDs to his credit. To find out more about Barry, his upcoming
Before cell phones, iPads and video games, kids spent more time Love & Logic workshops or to purchase his music, visit
outside, away from their parents finding their own way in the www.barryebert.com.
world. But today’s generation spends more time inside and is more
likely to have protective parents who don’t want them to stray too — Lisa Langley
far from home and experience the world without their help
or expertise.

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From Prairie to Palace

On February 28, 2016, Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave celebrated and were so impressed by the Wild West that cowboy clothing
Buffalo Bill’s 170th birthday and the opening of their new exhibit became the rage. After seeing two shows, the painter Paul Gauguin
“From Prairie to Palace.” promptly purchased a Stetson cowboy hat.

The exhibit includes artifacts, posters and graphics associated When the Paris Exposition closed, Buffalo Bill and the Wild West
with his tours of Europe from 1887 to 1892 and again from 1902 traveled through France to other parts of Europe. In Rome, Cody
to 1906. These tours had a great deal of influence upon European stayed with the Borghese family, Lakota Chief Iron Tail had coffee
attitudes toward America, not only improving diplomatic relations at the Café Greco, and the cast had an audience with the Pope.
but also creating enduring stereotypes about the American West. There were performances in Barcelona, Munich, Berlin, Vienna and
Buffalo Bill’s Wild West gave Europeans a chance to see a place they in cities along the Rhine. After several years on the continent, the
had only read about. Here were genuine Indians, Mexican vaque- show made a final visit to England before returning to the United
ros, cowboys, cowgirls and even buffalo. Buffalo Bill did not just States in 1892.
represent the American West, in the eyes of many people his life
was the American West! In late 1902, after an absence of ten years, Buffalo Bill’s Wild
West returned to Europe. Even though enthusiasm for the tour
The first European visit of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show began had waned in the United States, it was still strong in Europe. Over
with a special invitation to participate in the Golden Jubilee of the course of four years the show visited England, Scotland,
Queen Victoria’s rule over the British Empire. In 1887 the Wild Wales, France, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Austria and rest of the
West show was erected at Earl’s Court in London, with thousands Austro-Hungarian Empire.
of people, royalty and commoners alike attending the show. It was
such a big hit that Buffalo Bill was requested to do a command For performers in the Wild West, the tours offered an opportunity
performance for the Queen and her court. not only to be seen, but to see the areas they visited. They were as
fascinated with Europe as the people of Europe were with them.
In 1889 Buffalo Bill’s Wild West traveled to mainland Europe, Lakota performer Luther Standing Bear wrote about London ,“I
opening in Paris for the Exposition Universelle. The show was was sorry to leave this city, because I had been given a chance to
located a few kilometers from the Eiffel Tower in Neuilly, near the see many wonderful sights and visit many interesting places.” His
Bois de Boulogne, a popular park. The Parisians flocked to the show cousin, Daniel Black Horn, enjoyed it enough to travel to Europe

Buffalo Bill Museum & Grave
on Lookout Mountain

Consistently ranked by True West magazine as one of the
top ten Western museums, the Buffalo Bill Museum
offers a glimpse into the Old West. Permanent exhibits,
temporary displays and hands-on experiences make
Buffalo Bill’s life and times come alive. Also enjoy
unequaled views of the greater Denver area to the east
and the snow-capped Rockies to the west.
Museum Winter hours: Tuesday – Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm.
Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

For more information visit: www.buffalobill.org
or call: 303-526-0744

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five times with the Wild West and other shows. is curated by museum director Steve Friesen. Don’t miss this
On loan for this exhibit are a Lakota breastplate from Brussels opportunity to view this great collection at the Buffalo Bill Museum
and Grave.
that was worn by Chief Red Shirt and an ornately beaded war shirt
worn by Chief Daniel Black Horn on several of his several trips to Steve Friesen’s book on Lakota performers in Europe is slated for
Europe with Buffalo Bill’s Wild West and other shows. The exhibit publication in 2017.
— Wade Roberts

Buffalo Bill’s Pahaska Café & Gift Shop

Discover the largest museum gift shop in Colorado, located next to the Buffalo Bill Museum
and Grave—the Pahaska Tepee built in 1921 in Denver’s Lookout Mountain Park!

Enjoy the snack bar and browse unique souvenirs from Colorado’s Rockies and the West.

Open every day of the year from 9:00 a.m. until dusk
987 Lookout Mountain Road, Golden 80401 (I-70 exit 256)

303-526-9367 • www.BuffaloBill.org

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Into the Snow: Snowshoeing Fun

From Europe to North America to Asia, 2. Golden Gate State Park, Golden
people began using snowshoes over 6,000 Golden Gate State Park offers more than 12,000 acres of dense
years ago out of a basic need to explore
previously unknown territories and to forest, rocky peaks, and aspen-rimmed meadows connecting
maintain a continuous food supply in with miles of trails. Winter will find visitors cross-country skiing,
winter. With vast regions of the world snowshoeing, sledding, ice fishing and ice skating. Five cabins and
snowbound for much of the year, hunters two yurts are available year-round. Parks pass required.
emulated successful winter travelers like
the snowshoe hare, whose oversized feet Beginning at 9,000 feet, Snowshoe Hare Trail is a moderate
enabled them to move quickly over deep to difficult 3 mile loop gaining 320 feet in elevation and features
snow. The great success of snowshoes Dude’s Fishing Hole. Start and end this trail at the Aspen Meadow
was first observed by European explorers Campground but if you want to extend your hike, take Mule Deer
traveling with Northeastern tribes such Trail to Panorama Point by following the spur near the end of the
as the Huron and Algonquin, which loop.
led subsequent trappers, hunters, and
surveyors to adopt snowshoes as their own. Directions: Check in with Visitor’s Center at 92 Crawford Gulch
– Snowshoe.com Rd., Golden to buy a park pass and inquire about trail conditions.

Skiers and winter enthusiasts come to 3. Meyer Ranch Park – Jeffco Open Space, Conifer
Colorado from all over the world to enjoy Meyer Ranch, near the town of Aspen Park, is close to civilization,
our incredible winter wonderland. While
those of us who live here are familiar but also provides a backcountry atmosphere. The entire park is
with the magnificence of Aspen, Vail, on the north-facing mountainside, so the availability of snow is
Breckenridge, and Crested Butte, how virtually guaranteed.
many of us look in our own backyard
for opportunities to enjoy the Colorado Sledding is great here too!
winters? Jefferson County is home to two
state parks, a portion of the Pike National There are four trails in this park but one with the best views is
Forest and over 230 miles of trails within Ole Ski Run Trail, a 1.3 mile jaunt with +632’/-327’ gain and loss in
the Jefferson County Open Space system. elevation. This trail covers the highest point in the park with great
February and March are the snowiest views to the northwest.
months of the year, so what are you
waiting for? Directions: 10508 S Turkey Creek Rd, Conifer. Parking lot is on
the east side of Hwy. 285 approximately one-half mile from the
The following areas are easily accessible town of Aspen Park.
and may appeal to both beginners and
advanced enthusiasts. 4. Staunton State Park, Pine
From high grassy meadows at 8,100 feet to soaring granite cliffs
1. Elk Meadow Park – Jeffco Open
Space, Evergreen over 10,000 feet, Colorado’s newest state park offers ten trails
True to its name, this Evergreen park is the cutting through 3,828 acres of Colorado splendor. Parks pass
most likely place within the Open Space required, $7 daily or $70 yearly. Gates close at 4:30 p.m.
system to view herds of elk. There are
six trails of various difficulty. Meadow Try Davis Ponds Trail for an easy to moderate 2.15 mile hike to
View Trail is 3.1 miles long with a 220 foot the newly-constructed ponds stocked with broodfish rainbow, and
elevation gain at an average 3% grade. This cutbow trout.
trail connects to all others within the park
and is good for beginners. Trailhead is Directions: U.S. Highway 285 south to Shaffers Crossing, about
located at Stagecoach Blvd. parking area. six miles west of Conifer. Turn right on Elk Creek Road and
follow the signs 1.5 miles to the park entrance.
Bergen Peak Trail is 4.7 miles long with
a 2,100 foot elevation gain. It is the longest 5. White Ranch Park – Jeffco Open Space, Golden
trail in the park and ends up atop the White Ranch Park offers a wonderful back country escape and
9,708-foot Bergen Peak offering views of
Pikes Peak, Mt. Evans and the Continental with many north and east facing mountainsides, meaning an
Divide. You can start this trail either from excellent chance for good snow. With twenty miles of trails over
the parking lot or join it at the junction with gentle and rugged terrain, nearly everyone can find a route suited to
Meadow View Trail. their ability level.

Directions: 32391 Stagecoach Blvd.,
Evergreen, CO 80439. Take I-70 West to
CO-74 S/Evergreen Parkway. Turn right on
Stagecoach Blvd.

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Try the White Ranch Loop, a 4.6 mile moderately rated trail with
an elevation gain of 941 feet.

Directions: 25303 Belcher Hill Rd., Golden. Take Hwy. 93 north
from Golden approximately one mile to Golden Gate Canyon Rd.
Travel west 4.1 miles to Crawford Gulch Road (Hwy. 57). Follow
signs to White Ranch Park.
6. Flying J Ranch Park, Jeffco Open Space, Evergreen

Enjoy the peaceful three-mile Shadow Pine Loop among
old-growth Lodgepole pine, ponderosas and Douglas Fir. Located
nearby was the migration route known as the Ute Trail used
by Native Americans for centuries and later Euro-American
prospectors as a passage through the Foothills.

Directions: 9509 County Hwy. 73, Evergreen. Travel south from
Evergreen on County Hwy. 73 for 6.8 miles to the main trailhead
entry road.

Some words of advice for first-time snowshoers:
Be fit. Aerobic conditioning is a good way to make sure you’re
up to the challenge.
Rent snowshoes from a local ski shop for your first experience.
Wear insulated, waterproof hiking boots with wool or synthetic
socks.
Dress in layers made of wool or synthetic materials: Base layer
– long underwear, insulating layer – polyester fleece and outer
layer - waterproof, breathable jacket and pants. Cotton, when
wet, does not retain heat.
Wear gloves, hat, sunglasses and plenty of sunscreen to protect
you from burning UV rays which are especially intense when
reflected off the snow.
Pack a backpack with plenty of water, high-protein snacks such
as nuts or trail mix and fruit.
Most important—have fun! You live in an area of supreme
beauty with incredible opportunities for winter activities.

­—J­ake Fresco, Lisa Langley, Brian Serff - Photos: Brian Serff

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Golden Solar Sun Powered Resources

The cost of energy is rising Advisory Committee and the JeffCo
dramatically as climate change Planning Commission during the 1990s
continues. Unlike
today’s stock and he continues to
market, investing diligently support
in solar energy “Save the Mesas.” Don
can generate safe acquired Golden Solar
returns 6 to 14 from master electrician
percent. And the Shawn Josserand in
safe investment 2011. Golden Solar is
is engineered to managed at a historic
last 30 plus years, duplex originally built
especially when in 1868 and is now
choosing a local totally energized by
(and accountable) the sun.
company.
These days, there’s
Don Parker worked for the EPA and a lot of talk about how
was an environmental consultant for to make your home more eco-conscious
many years. He settled in Golden with and save energy. One of the primary
his wife Mary in 1989. His community ways homeowners are doing this is with
service was for JeffCo Open Space solar panel installation.

New solar panels on one’s roof can
benefit your home in four ways:
• A Solar Power System Will Increase
the Value of Your Home
• Energy Savings
• Less Pollution from Local Power
Plants
• Lower Cost of Home Ownership Via
Subsidies and Tax Rebates

Photovoltaic panels produce DC
power when the sun shines. An inverter
converts the DC to usable AC power.
The AC power is fed into the breaker
panel of your home, business, or non-
profit. Excess production is fed back
to the utility company. When the solar
system is not producing, the utility
company provides needed power
drawn from the excess credits built up.
Golden Solar can help you finance a
system. They can show you how to gain
utility rebates and tax credits. Stop by
to see photovoltaic technology in action
or call them for a free estimate for
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The Year 1916

One hundred years ago...
What a difference a century makes!

Here are some statistics: Lookout Mountain circa 1916

• The average life expectancy for men was 49 years. • The five leading causes of death were:
1. Pneumonia and influenza
• Only 14 percent of the homes had a bathtub. 2. Tuberculosis
3. Diarrhea
• Only 8 percent of the homes had a telephone. 4. Heart disease
5. Accidents
• Maximum speed limit in most cities was 10 mph. • The American flag had 48 stars.
• The U.S. population was 102 million.
• The tallest structure in the world was the Eiffel Tower. • World population was 1.8 billion (today 7.4 billion).
• Two out of every 10 adults couldn’t read or write.
• Average US wage in 1910 was 22 cents per hour. • Only 6 percent of all Americans had graduated from
high school.
• Average US worker made between $200 and $400 per year. • Marijuana, heroin, and morphine were all available over the
counter at local corner drugstores. Back then pharmacists
• Competent accountants could expect to earn $2000 per year. said, “Heroin clears the complexion, gives buoyancy to the
mind, regulates the stomach, bowels, and is, in fact,
• A dentist could earn and average of $2,500 per year. a perfect guardian of health.”

• Veterinarians made between $1,500 and $4,000 per year. It is impossible to imagine what our world will look
like in another 100 years!
• A mechanical engineer would make about $5,000 per year.
* Data is from various sources. There are discrepancies from one source to another
• More than 95 percent of all births took place at home and is shared only as interesting fun.
• Ninety percent of all doctors had no college education!
Instead, they attended so-called medical schools, many of
which were condemned in the press and the government
as “substandard.”

• Sugar cost seven cents a pound.

• Eggs were twenty six cents a dozen.

• Bread was five cents a loaf.

• Cornmeal was three cents per pound.

• Coffee was thirty cents a pound.

• You could buy a new sedan for $740.

• Cost of an ounce of gold was $20.72.

• The cost of a movie ticket was seven cents.
• Most women only washed their hair once a month, and used
Borax or egg yolks for shampoo.

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Visit Olde Town Arvada

New! The Light Rail Gallery is
Paint & Sip Class for an exciting new addition to
Olde Town Arvada. Mary
$25 (a $35 value) Fedje, gallery owner and
manager, retired from a 30-
Art Classes * Events * 1st Friday Art Walk plus year career in sales to their buyers. The gallery offers
Art Demos * Local Artists pursue her passion of art, different opportunities to learn
people and sharing. art techniques as well as the
Along with her husband ever favorite gatherings of
Michael, they renovated the Paint and Sip Classes, a
space that holds this loving wonderful way to relax, have
gallery. They offer local art- fun with friends, family and
ists a place to hang their art other like minded souls while
for sale that’s very reason- creating your very own
ably priced for them and masterpiece and enjoying a
glass of wine!
5% off
any artwork
in the gallery

Happy Hour Tuesday-Saturday 3-6pm Gallery Hours:
Tuesday - Saturday: 11am - 6pm
Sunday - Monday: Closed

5709 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. Colorado’s largest store for yoga, At Rolling Sands in Olde Town Arvada
www.rollingsands.com meditation, core fitness and muscle you will find an assortment of personal
303-422-1452 massage tools. Affordable everyday and home décor items aimed to reduce
yoga lifestyle clothing. Great USA & stress and bring calm into your life.
Colorado-made gifts, from jewelry to With a knowledgeable and trained
home décor accessories. staff you will be assisted in finding that
perfect yoga mat, meditation cushion
or self-massage tool for your needs. A
private try-out room is available for you
to compare the different brands and
styles so when you leave, you’ll know you have bought the right item.
Or come for the bath salts, wind chimes, inspirational art and thoughtful
gifts…either way, Rolling Sands helps you to find your inner peace.

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tone 667
2, M-49, Y-0, K-14
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Just for the FUN of it!

Grand Lake’s Yukon Street Tavern SAMPLE MENU
Wings - baked (not fried) 6 for $8.00 12 for $15.00
5610 Yukon Street, Olde Town Arvada, CO
720-723-2179 Hawaiian Bread Sliders

www.grandlakebrewing.com Ham & Swiss, Meatball & Mozzarella
Turkey & Provolone, Pulled Pork
Open at Noon for Lunch Every Day 3 for $6.00 6 for $11.00
Happy Hour Mon-Fri 3-6 pm
Red Pepper Pig - Sausage, Maple bacon, Red peppers, Marinara & Cheese
Kids Eat Free Monday and Wednesday in a rolled up 5 inch dough …..$4.00

Sandwiches

Yukon Street Porker - Pulled Pork, Sausage, Maple Bacon and Cole Slaw
on Ciabatta Bread…….$9.00

Meatball Hoagie - Marinara, Melted Mozzarella…. $8.50
Barbequed Pulled Pork with Cole Slaw .…. $8.00

Grilled Chicken - Swiss, Bacon and Ranch ……$8.50
BLT - Bacon, lettuce, sliced tomato and Mayo…. $7.00

House Salad

Mixed greens, tomato, shredded cheese, cranberries $7.00
Add ham or turkey…. $1.50

Pizza and Calzones

Super Chicken -BBQ sauce, mozzarella, cheddar, grilled chicken, onion
16 inch - $17.00 9 inch – $10.00

Mediterranean - Pesto, feta, mozzarella, kalamata olives, mushrooms, onion
16 inch - $17.50 9 inch - $10.50

Barney Fife - Olive oil, garlic, mozzarella, tomato & grilled chicken
16 inch - $17.50 9 inch – $10.00

Kids Menu (10 and under)

Cheese Pizza with kids soda $5.50
Ham and Cheese with chips and kids soda $5.00

Menu Items and prices are subject to change.

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7415 Grandview Ave. • Arvada, CO 80002 • 720-476-3950 During the day, we are a coffee house that focuses
www.thebluegrasslounge.com on espresso-based drinks while proudly serving

M - TH 7am - 10pm • Fri - Sat 7am - 12am • Sun 7am - 10pm an array of breakfast sandwiches, pastries,
muffins, scones and cakes.

At night, we transform into a Bourbon bar where
people feel "at home", dishing out

salads, pizzas and all types of Bourbons
for every taste and price point.

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Smaller Houses
Have Big Value

I just downsized. The process wasn’t too bad. Initially it Dave Wann, author of several sustainability books, including
served to reaffirm that no one wanted my family heirlooms: Affluenza, The All-Consuming Epidemic, says inflated real estate
not my daughter, not my friends, not the folks on the free prices are a symptom that another housing bubble will soon
websites. I’ll admit my marketing wasn’t very aggressive—a burst. He bemoans that there is no entry-level pricing for
few Facebook lists, most items were donated or given away. young people.

The move caused me to look at all my possessions. Some of Our economy is 70% based on consumption, but the re-use
them I hadn’t seen in a long time. The closet full of costumes economy is gaining momentum. Shopping for secondhand
weren’t being used. How many times can you do a repeat clothes I discovered unexpected benefits—the previous
performance of Janis Joplin, particularly since 45 years have owners had washed out all the toxic chemicals that are used
passed since she stopped aging and I couldn’t pull off the to treat new clothes and the old garments are often a better
swagger now? A stored millennium party mural unfortunate- quality. New clothes contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.
ly didn’t contain any indication of what our mindset had been
about the future. Having fantastic closets and filling them up There are many comparisons to be made between rural
probably means you’ve probably got more than you use. and urban living. Many are tied to old paradigms. For ex-
ample, bigger equates with prestige. I remember the mental
Giving up 1200 square feet has still left plenty of space. shift I had to make in 2002 when Colorado was experiencing
The retained furnishings have landed a lot closer together; drought. Clean cars didn’t look quite as attractive as they had
it’s cozy. Smaller suits me better at this stage of life. I’ve previously. Now, I find I like being able to walk to town. Dave
been asked if I miss the “too big” house and I don’t. I feel notes in Simple Prosperity that there are even location-efficient
more politically aligned with my values in the pared down mortgages. Smaller houses, even tiny houses, are a symbol for
surroundings. changing our culture.

Smaller houses are a flu shot for affluenza. They are easier Wann concludes that these changes are imperative for our
to maintain. You don’t have to buy as much stuff to fill them survival, saying “I’m pretty sure I feel good about myself,”
up and that provides money for creativity and leisure. Small and I do too. Downsizing doesn’t mean diminishment. I’m
houses help you focus. In my smaller house, I turn on the happier in my smaller digs and hoping to see someone in the
heat and the house gets warm fast while the hot water arrives theatre group show up in one of my parents’ old tuxedos or
more quickly. ballgowns.

— Hannah Hayes

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DJeufrficnogRtehael CEosltdaetestMMaorknetht sW!as Hot

When is the best time to put a home on the market? If you say ing a Realtor to List Your Home,” which you will find online at
“summer,” you’re wrong. For the past three years, winter has been www.JimSmithColumns.com.
the best time because there are far fewer listings but nearly as many
buyers. Then again, the summer months have been pretty “hot” — Jim Smith, Realtor®
too. Let’s just say, in today’s seller’s market, anytime is the right
time to sell your home!

The top chart, reflecting all price ranges in Jefferson County, is
impressive enough, but look at the bottom chart, which is limited
to homes listed or sold under $300,000. Since March 2014, every
month, without exception, showed more sold listings than active
listings at the end of each month. The source for both charts is
REcolorado, Denver’s MLS.

You may be asking yourself, how can it be that there are more
sold listings than there were active listings? The answer is that
these are end-of-month statistics, and during the month several
hundred homes were listed which sold before month’s end. Let’s
say, for example, that a month started out with 500 listings, and
during that month 500 new listings were added. That’s a total of
1,000 listings. Of those 1,000 listings, 600 may have sold, so there
were 400 listings left at the end of the month. So the chart would
reflect 600 sold, but only 400 active listings.

In other words, for the past couple years, we have seen almost
every new listing under $300,000 sell, but the inventory of older
listings under $300,000 has also been selling. Theoretically, we
could get to the point where there are zero active listings and 500
sales, because all 500 new listings sold immediately.

Higher price ranges sell more slowly, as you’d expect, resulting
in the top graph’s less shocking profile. Nevertheless, the message
to homeowners is clear. If you want to sell your home in the most
competitive market, resulting in the highest possible price, put your
home on the market now, while this market dynamic is still
at work.

If you decide to list your home for sale, you may want to read my
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David, along with his
good friend Steven
Tyler of Aerosmith, have
teamed up for a historic
charity project. Fine art
prints by David of Steven
and signed by both David
and Steven have been of-
fered with all of the profits
from print sales directly
funneled to benefit art and
music programs in public
schools.

— Continued from page 10

up that if you really want to find out, Visit his studio at
try drawing something.” David believes 15801 West Colfax Avenue, Golden
that the ability to turn what you see into or on the web at: www.uhlstudios.com
an image on paper or canvas doesn’t
develop through your hands. It has
much more to do with how your brain
processes visual information. Most
would agree that no matter how it
works for him, it’s a wonderful
process that he uses to create these
stunning images.

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Opened in 2014, Kokopelli is the seventh # 3 Snowball Express: Belgian Winter
solely woman-owned brewery in the U.S. Warmer - 9.3% ABV - 50 IBU
Both the owner Christine Wares and brewer
Rick Holt stepped away from tech and Appearance - Very Dark Brown, opaque
manufacturing careers to fulfill their dream of with a thin brownish-white head.
brewing great beer. Aroma - Cocoa and coffee come right off
the top with light fruit.
The bar has thirty taps, primarily showcasing Mouthfeel - Rich, velvety, nearly syrupy
housemade ales but a few are reserved for malto-magnificence. Slight coffee-like
other Colorado-based beer and cider makers. residual on the back of the tongue.
Several Colorado spirits and wines are also Taste – Chocolate, dark roasted coffee, with
offered. hint of clove. Orange-like flavor comes from
yeast, not oranges.
Local Craft Tasting Notes: Comments: While the IBUs are higher than
Brewers the Pale Ale, the rich flavor of the malts
# 1 - Berryana: A strawberry infused carry the hop bitterness easily and without
Thom Langley Weisbeer - 5.1% ABV - 9 IBU apparent residual bitterness.
Thom’s rating: Two pints
Homebrewer, photographer, writer and Appearance - Pale straw color, rapidly
food lover who retired after a 33-year run dissipating head and light lacing. # 4 - Barrel-Aged Plum Saison
in the beer industry (23 years on a descrip- 6.2% ABV - 27 IBU
tive sensory panel and eight years in global Aroma - Light berry and fruity ester.
new product development). I will attempt Mouthfeel - Very light and clean with a silky Appearance - Golden straw color.
to visit every brewery in Jefferson County slide over the tongue. Translucent with quickly receding head and
to introduce you to what I am certain are mild lacing.
a proud and capable lot of beer makers Taste - Light malt body and flavor with Aroma - Plums
of every stripe and background and their subtle banana and strawberry. Slight Mouthfeel - Light, silky and smooth.
liquid creations. Because everyone’s palate diacetyl character. Taste - Plums in the forefront with light
is different, and my perception of tastes and maltiness and just enough hop character to
aromas will vary from yours, my aim is to Comments: Refreshing and sessionable. clean the palette.
describe the beers in such a way that it will Won Best of Show at Country Beer Festival, Comments: An unusual and nicely
entice you to embark on your own journey Jefferson County Fairgrounds, October, 2015. constructed interpretation of the style. They
of exploration within this wonderfully rich only made 55 gallons. Get it before it’s
and varied craft beer culture located in our Thom’s rating: Taster gone, or you’ll have to wait until after next
own backyard. plum harvest.
# 2 - LocAle: Pale Ale - 5.3% ABV - 47 IBU Thom’s rating: Two pints
I will always pay my own way so that my Appearance – Cloudy, pale golden toward Acting on the server’s recommendation, I
reviews will be trustworthy and unbiased. amber. Foamy pale white head with good ordered a Rustica Pie pizza. I accompanied it
My review system is as follows: retention and lacing. with the Red Moon Amber ale, (5.5% ABV - 22
IBU), a tremendous pairing. I am sure there
1 - A Taster Aroma - Cascade hops are forward along are many more to be discovered within the
Means the beer is interesting and deserves with ale yeast fruity esters. extensive beer and food menu.
to at least be sampled. There is a small private room available for
Mouthfeel - Malt creaminess, lingering hop private parties of 15-20 folks and a sizeable
2 - A Full Pint oil bitterness clings to the back of tongue. dining room with multiple TVs. They host a
Means the beer is worthy of a full glass. weekly Tuesday trivia night, and offer live
Taste - Good pale malt backbone and local music on selected Saturdays. Visit the
3 - Two Pints breadiness carries those 47 IBUs of website for details, or just drop in. They’d love
Means the beer is worthy of an encore. Cascade bittering. to see you.
8931 North Harlan St.,
4 - A Growler Comments: A classic American Pale Ale Westminster, CO 80031
Means the beer is so very interesting that it style, well-balanced for the hop lover. www.kokopellibeercompany.com
should be bought in larger quantity for
sharing with friends. Thom’s rating: A Full Pint Photos: Thom Langley
Read on and enjoy. Cheers! Thom

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I recently visited the newly-opened El Rancho # 2 - The Preserve American Amber Ale Tamir Danon
Brewing Company, located in the historic 6.1% ABV  Microbiologist /
El Rancho building and while the view of Brewer Partner
the Continental Divide is spectacular, what Appearance - Opaque amber. A white,
grabbed my attention were the beers, the medium head, small bubbles good lacing # 4 - Saddleback Mountain Dry Hopped
brewers and the nascent possibilities within and medium retention.  Sour Ale - 4.5% ABV 
their brand-spanking new 10 bbl gas-fired Aroma - Roasted bread-like aroma.
brewery. Mouthfeel - Robust, malty silkiness. Appearance - Light yellow with thin
Finishes rich and slightly buttery with a yellowish white head, and fine lacing.
My visit was hosted by Head Brewer Bard slight presence of berry acidity.  Aroma - Heavy citrus mixed with strong
Nielsen and his wildly creative microbiologist/ Taste - Bread and roasty malt strength dose of tropical fruit. 
brewer partner Tamir Danon. Bard came to carry the buttery caramel and light berry Mouthfeel - Sharp & light. Silky with a clean
professional brewing first as a hobbyist while sweetness. Clean finish without bitterness finish. 
pursuing a career as an architect, the demand and very sessionable.  Taste - Green apples, tannins, loads of
for which was curtailed by the economic Comments: Very well balanced berry finish citrus and tropical fruity flavors. Tangy
recession. Needing to find a new line of work, with the caramel and butter notes that the acidity.
he followed his love of home brewing and now compound yeast pitch brings forward. Comments: A full immersion into what is
leads daily operations in this state-of-the art Thom’s Rating – A 64 oz. growler  possible with beer. Incredibly complex from
brewery and seems happier building flavor sniff to stomach. Fruit and acidic character
rather than tall structures. # 3 - Black Mountain – Wee Heavy is derived solely from bacteria, yeast and
8.1% ABV  hops. Brilliant. 
Tamir, a highly skilled alchemist helps Bard Thom’s Rating: Two Full Pints 
in the brewery while crafting experimental Appearance - Dark as night, small whitish
beers on a 10-gallon pilot system. He is also tan head. Leaves good lace as glass is To conclude, visit El Rancho Brewing Company
responsible for culturing and propagating drained. soon. Together, Bard and Tamir are making
yeast batches, which is a meaningful point of Aroma - Smoke, BBQ sauce, molasses, beers that will astonish and delight. Whether it
difference for this brewery. This adventurous lightly buttery, light peat.  be well-crafted mainstays, or the unique small
approach to beer making has allowed unique Mouthfeel - Silky, lightly syrupy. Roasted batch, sour, or barrel-aged creations, you’ll
flavors to develop during fermentation that malt is obvious, but not at all bitter. Finishes enjoy a journey that is rich in visual, aromatic,
would otherwise require special ingredients or dry with a lingering softness. textural, and flavorful diversity.
adjuncts during the brewing phase to achieve. Taste - Big Bold Scotch Ale flavors. Roasted 29260 US Highway 40
malt, smoke, bbq sauce, molasses and just Evergreen, CO • 303- 670-2739
(Note: Because the brewers don’t want to the lightest hint of peatiness. www.elranchobrewing.com
emphasize a single flavor component, they Comments: Full of flavor and body, its
choose not to list IBU ratings. emphasis on the smoke and barbecue Photos: Thom Langley
sauce make it a unique example of the
# 1 - I70PA IPA - 6.3% ABV   style.   
Appearance - Slightly hazy golden in color Thom’s Rating: A Full Pint 
with robust white head, good retention and
strong lacing. 

Aroma - Very aromatic hop character,
resinous and flowery.

Mouthfeel - Smooth with some hop oiliness
on the back of the tongue and on the finish.

Taste - Solid pale malt backbone carries
a reasonably high hop character and
bitterness. 

Comments: A respectable representative
House IPA without the obsession for
extreme bitterness. Very sessionable.

Thom’s rating: A full pint 

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Steamers: Where Good Coffee and Community Support Abound

Former social worker, Athan Miller, had Elsa
worked with people with developmental
disabilities all her life. Yet, rather than a Athan Keith
desk job, she longed for hands-on work
that would still allow her to assist those in accomplishments, and a sense of purpose
need. Contemplating her future over a cup — and each employee has something to
of coffee, her new business direction contribute. A disability does not hold a
suddenly became quite clear to her. person back, rather it makes the person who
they are: unique. It is amazing what a
In March 2007, Athan, husband Jack, person can achieve, disability or not, with
and business partner, Scott Parker, the right team around them offering
purchased a small coffee shop in the support and encouragement.
Village of Five Parks in Arvada and started
Steamers. But if one thinks that it’s just an Growing significantly, in 2010 Steamers
ordinary coffeehouse, think again! expanded into a new building across the
street, which it now shares with Jack’s, a
Steamers’ operation proves it’s possible full service restaurant bar and grill, that the
to offer the community high-quality Miller couple also opened in 2010; a second-
products and run a successful, sustainable floor seating area was added in 2012. They
business that employs individuals with continue to look for new ways to employ
developmental disabilities. Upon opening, more special needs individuals. “The more
Steamers employed three such individuals, jam we can make, the more people with
but now has 130 “robust” employees, 70 disabilities we can hire,” said Jenni, in
of whom have a developmental disability. charge of jam production.
Employees’ disabilities and function levels
vary, but pose no obstacles. Once hired, a Satisfy your coffee cravings and curb
“getting to know you period” determines your hunger pangs at Steamers while sup-
the individual’s natural talents. Strengths porting the special needs community in
are developed with the help of Steamers’ the process. To learn more about them, in-
training coaches and employees are given cluding their homemade jams for purchase,
tasks to promote their ongoing success. As a at: www.steamerscoffeeshop.com
result, the individual’s self-worth continues
to flourish and love and admiration can be — Kellee Colton
seen as well as felt.

Elsa, the first individual with develop-
mental disabilities to be hired eight years
ago, makes a great cup of coffee and enjoys
serving food. When asked what she likes
most about working at Steamers her answer
was, “Athan.” Athan’s response to Elsa was
a hug; no words were necessary.

A year after starting with Steamers, Keith
now helps out with the cooking and even
has a burger named after him. Working
here has given him life skills, the opportunity
to meet new friends, feel productive,
and grow.

Heather, front-of-the-house-manager,
previously worked in the dental field with
special needs children; some of those chil-
dren, now grown, work at Steamers.
She knew there was something wonderfully
different about the place. Heather commented,
“Keith is my inspiration.”

The Steamers’ team, with its diverse
“blend” of individuals, works side-by-side
towards a common goal, that of serving
customers. In spite of varying functioning
levels, the commonalities they share are:
feelings of belonging, happiness, pride in

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