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committee meets to brainstorm the Jazz, New Image Salon, Conscious 360,
September event, aided by donated Denver Office of Economic Development,
Denver News beer from Breckenridge Brewery and
munchies from local restaurants. As the
Councilwoman Judy Montero, Foothills
Academy and Red Trolley. ***
summer continues, “meetings” include
Tennsyon District plan
debuts p.3 Highland Farmer’s Market a
HUNI of new neighborhood gig
Tenn-Lo Turismo returns by Staff not only a place to purchase fresh,
p.4 The first season of the Highland local foods, it’s a place to stop for
Neighborhood Farmers’ Market, creat- breakfast or lunch, to mingle with
ed by the Highland United Neighbors friends, and meet your neighbors.
Zoning Code update p. 2 (HUNI) is under way. The market The Highland Farmers’ Market pro-
opened on June 6 and provides North motes Colorado growers. Purchasing
Denver with a variety of locally grown from Colorado growers also puts
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ucts, prepared foods, flowers, and tributing to the local economy. The
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One of the great things about the to help out Jay. It felt good.
D Note is how it has developed into The first band to play was my band
something different, something bet- with brother Jeremy, Slo Children.
ter, than we had originally planned. Originally it was going to be just the two
The original idea was music venue, of us, but Alejandro Castano was there
art gallery and pizza restaurant. We and ended up joining us on drums,
never specifically set out to then Jax Delaguerre on
create a place for commu- D Note bass. As we were playing,
nity per se. We never con- Adam Ferrill jumped up
sidered how many friends Chronicle and joined us on electric
and couples might meet #48 guitar, then Aden Harrell
each other at the D Note on saxaphone and then
over the years. We never Steve Glenn on tuba. Like
thought it would be a place you might magic. It was a beautiful cacaphony of
see the entire age spectrum hang out. music and you could feel the spirit.
Why don’t more places have kids run- Later a band called Wonderlic was
ning around, their grandparents sitting playing their unique version of funk
in the corner? It is strangely rare, yet and our GM Andy and cook Tyler sat
seems like it should be the most natu- in with them. We met Andy because
ral thing in the world. he is a drum and bass MC (MC Dozha)
The one place you do see that kind and used to throw Drum and Bass par-
of community is a church. But we are ties at the D Note. He has hired one
not a church. We do not ascribe to any of his fellow MC’s. Tyler (ReLyte), to
one belief system. But we do fulfill cer- work in the kitchen. One of the things
tain roles that a church might. We wor- Drum and Bass MC’s do without peer
ship, if live music and dancing can be is hype a crowd. Normally, it is over
considered worship. It definitely feels lightening-fast beats. But now they
like that’s what we are doing some- were doing the same thing over the
times, getting down with the spirit. funk Wonderlic was throwing down
And we help each other out. and lo and behold a new genre was
Throwing benefits is another aspect of born. It was fantastic. You can check
the D Note we did not plan on. We’ve out a rough recording at www.won-
helped raise nearly a half million dol- derlic.us/dnote/05 Caregiver.mp3.
lars over the last six and a half years The recording is well worth a listen,
for myriad charities, which is amazing but really you had to be there, because
considering raising resources for chari- the love in the room does not entirely
ties was never in our original business translate on a recording.
plan. This just goes to show that some- And the hype, the love, the commu-
times the intention is bigger than what nity that I felt in that moment seemed to
we intend. sum up the underlying reason behind
I’m thinking about all of this because the D Note, not exactly in the original
this past Tuesday we had a benefit for plans, but the real reason nonetheless,
one of our servers, Jay Gonzales. Jay the reason for all the work, all of the
has some serious medical bills and financial stress over the years, all of
because of his injuries can’t work and the trials. It proved to me, yet again,
pay rent. So we threw together a quick that a community with an open heart
benefit and several local bands played and an open mind is worth working
and people came out and were very toward.***
generous and lots of money was raised
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Concerned about how today’s of these opportunities due to global
volatile markets are affecting your and local competition, it’s reasonable
portfolio’s performance? If so, consid- that as overall consumption increases,
er owning consumer staples stocks. these companies should have plenty
These companies provide consumers of opportunity to grow their sales and
with everyday needs, ranging from profits internationally.
food to toothpaste and soap. Plus, Attractive Dividend Prospects –
these product categories tend to have Despite challenging economic condi-
HELP ENSURE YOUR consistent demand in both good and tions, we still expect most consumer
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poor economic times. As a result, staples companies to increase their
these companies typically enjoy more dividend during 2009. Already this
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NOW ACCEPTING APPOINTMENTS and dividend outlooks. their dividends. Companies with ris-
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Optometrist low prices due to the overall market ples stocks, keep in mind the follow-
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economy. Historically the consumer own stocks across the many sec-
staples sector has underperformed tors that make up consumer staples
the broader markets once an econom- stocks, including retail, food, house-
ic recovery occurs. But determining hold products, beverages and tobacco
exactly when the recovery will hap- companies.
For 129 years, pen is difficult, if not impossible. In Risks – As with any investment,
students have the meantime, consider taking advan-
tage of the opportunity to buy these
you should consider the risks asso-
ciated with investing in consumer
found a home at stocks at historically low prices. staples stocks, including weaker con-
Regis University. International Growth Potential –
A rising middle class in many devel-
sumer spending, higher commodity
prices, currency fluctuations, vola-
oping countries means increased sales tility in global business units and
Steeped in the Catholic, Jesuit tradition, Regis University
offers a values-centered education that encourages its
for multinational consumer staples higher interest rates that can have
students to become the best they can be – intellectually and companies and helps offset a slowing an inverse relationship to price-to-
as a person. Like its sister institutions Georgetown and U.S. economy. Even though many of earnings ratios.
Boston College, Regis University challenges students to attain these companies operated in emerg- To learn more about how consumer
the inner freedom necessary to make intelligent choices ing markets during the past 10 years, staples stocks may make sense for you,
about how they want to live their lives. Lifelong learning has significant opportunities still remain. contact Eric Jasper at the Highlands
been the hallmark of Jesuit education for 460 years.
This is especially true within the rapid- Edward Jones office at 303-458-6655.***
3333 Regis Boulevard | Denver, Colorado 80221-1099 ly growing middle classes of countries
800-388-2366 | www.regis.edu such as China and India. Although
it won’t be easy to take advantage
August 8, 2009 North Denver News Page 7
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North Denver Notions
OFF
exaggerated – Mark Twain auction in 1970, and a file
cabinet I scrounged – oh
I’ve spent the last cou- wait, that’s new.
ple of weeks getting my Premature But the few books I need
home office in shape. First in the office wouldn’t fit on
ANY BOOK I dug into the closet in the
corner, where I threw odds and ends
the closet shelves. Hmm, I
thought, what I need is a bookcase, just
Fran Schroeder
Denver Icons
The Salvation Army is a Christian rapidly, its work spread-
church. The Army shows practical con- ing through Great Britain,
cern and care for the needs of people resulting in its name being
regardless of race, creed, status, color, changed to The Christian Mission.
gender or age. In 1878 the
The Salvation Mission’s name
Army’s found-
Denver Icons - was changed once
ers, William and The Salvation Army more — this time
Catherine Booth, to The Salvation
were Methodists, 1370 Pennsylvania Army. Such a mili-
and William was tary name fired
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So strongly did the Booths believe the Galveston Hurricane of 1900 and the
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William should be an evangelist that he San Francisco earthquake of 1906. The Dan Schloegel, MD, FAAP
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resigned from the Methodist ministry establishment of Victorian bell-ringers Francince Paston, MD, FAAP
and they moved to London with their today “helps complete the American
young family. After being invited by a portrait of Christmas,” with over 25,000 M,TH 8am - 5:30pm
group of Christians from a small mission volunteers over the holiday period in the T, W, F 9am - 4:30pm
to preach on the streets to the crowds U.S. alone. The church remains a highly
Sat 9am - 12pm
thronging the Mile End in East London, visible presence in many parts of the
William was sure he had found his des- world.
tiny. While over the years the Army has 255 Union Blvd #120 • Lakewood CO 80228
The group made William its leader, adapted its military image to changing Phone 303.936.7415 • Fax 303.936.2177
and became known as The East London times, it still retains a distinctive uniform
Christian Mission. The Mission grew and structure.***
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3.05%
build up a tolerance to over time so poor body image, depression, chronic
APY* the effects that it has on us become health issues, or previous trauma or
36 month less and less noticeable. Physical sexual abuse are also common factors
CD interludes may become boring and that may throw a monkey wrench
routine over time as most adults find into a sexual relationship. Infidelity
the bulk of their attention is being and the proliferation of pornography
placed on other aspects of their lives. are other common issues affecting a
In fact, many couples put more effort couple’s ability to be intimate with
2.55%
and energy into deciding what to one another. Those facing these more
APY* make for dinner than they put into complex issues benefit from indi-
24 month selecting a new and exciting way to vidual therapy or couples therapy as
CD make love to one another. they learn how to meet their needs in
Sometimes a simple awareness that a way that works better for both them
a couple is neglecting their sexuality and their partner.
and a commitment to reenergizing Licensed psychotherapist Angela
their physical relationship is enough Sasseville, MA, LPC, NCC provides
to make a significant improvement. therapeutic support as well as affordable
This can include creating time for workshops for “Families Under Financial
Certificate of Deposit (CD) romantic lovemaking (with candles,
music and a massage) once a month.
Stress”. Go to www.FlourishCounseling.
com or call 303-875-0386 for more infor-
You’re protected if rates rise Asking your partner what they want
more of and what they want less of
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is still time. Just visit www.denvergov. ing $40,000 in emergency rooms, jails have occurred as a result of an If you suffer from these or other warning signs call
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complications
While Denver’s budget and the and Control Commission is investing slowly over time. In addition
state’s budget both face challenges, $2 million in alternatives to jail save to pain, damaged spinal joints
we are relatively better off than many the city $5 million. Many city depart- and discs (cushion between the
areas. At the same time, we face long- ments have found ways to save energy bones) will place pressure on
term challenges in the form of a struc- and water through investments in sus- the nerves that go down the
tural decline in sales tax revenues and tainability. arms, hand, fingers, and even the
ever-escalating expenditures. These kinds of investments are the upper back. This ‘pressure’ is the
Sales tax revenues are declining for key to saving money in the long run.
cause of numbness/tingling. See
Denver and other cities even in good They involve not only investing in
Figure 1. When left untreated,
years, as people buy more services services at the city level, but in our
than goods and use the internet. Our schools and state programs for mental
pain and weakness in the mus-
expenditures, on the other hand, will health, preschool and other areas. The cles may be the eventual result.
rise automatically over time because of best part is that these investments not Generally, most people suf-
rising health care costs and employee only save us money; they also improve fering with these symp-
wages. our quality of life.*** toms will resort to medica-
The city needs to change the way tion use. When the problem
is in the neck or lower back, using over-the-counter, and even prescribed
drugs to fix the cause of the problem is not the answer for many. And,
if medication fails, surgery might be considered the only other alternative.
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