the meadows newsletter september-october 2015

THE MEADOWS AT CASTLE ROCK 1

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2015

The Official Newsletter Publication for Residents and Friends of The Meadows Castle Rock Colorado 80109

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New Agility Course at Wiggly Field

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Murder Mystery Dinner

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Table of ConTenTs

YOuR Neighborhood | 4Assessment Payment Info

Board of Governors Meetings at the Grange

MNC Board of Governors

Meadows Neighborhood Company MNC Office Hours



The official publication of the Meadows Neighborhood Company

This newsletter is delivered to all homeowners in the Meadows Neighborhood Company five times a year. This newsletter is also distributed to surrounding businesses and office complexes. You have received this publication because your HOA believes you take pride in your home environment and community. This newsletter provides you with HOA information and home product advertising that enhances your home comfort and increases the value of your home. We are always interested in your comments or suggestions.

While efforts to ensure accuracy are exercised, the publisher assumes no liability for the information contained in either editorial or advertising content. The Meadows Neighborhood Company does not endorse any commercial products or information that may be advertised in the newsletter.

The Grange3692 Meadows Blvd

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YOuR Events and Leisure Guide | 8Youth Classes

Adult Classes

Community Events

YOuR Clubs | 18The Meadows Hiking Club

6202 Cycling Club

Bridge Group at The Grange

Playgroup at The Grange

Home & Garden | 20Fall is for Planting, and Winterization

New Homeowner Orientation

YOuR Community | 22Douglas Land Conservancy

Meadows Family Home Devastated By Lightning…Community Comes Together

Artfest

Upcoming Chemical Collection Event

BoyScout Troop 780’s 4th Annual ChiliFest


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12PumpkinFest

11Doggie Dive Murder Mystery


Welcome to Meadows Family Dentistry, your neighborhood dental office, here in the Meadows of historic Castle Rock. Dr. Polson and the staff at Meadows Family Dentistry

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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2015YoUR neighboRhood

Assessment Payments for all homes in The MNC are $196 and are due quarterly.Residents in Upland Park have an additional alleyway assessment of $45 due quarterly.

Residents in Tyler Park have an additional alleyway assessment of $45, and in some cases, an additional shared driveway assessment of $40 due quarterly.

Residents in Morgans Run and New Haven have an additional assessment paid through their sub-association. New Haven residents in the patio homes (Reflection) pay an addtional $220/month, and in the patio villas $240/month.

There are several ways to pay your assessments:• InPersonatMNCAdminOffice

3740 Dacoro Lane, Ste 145 oratTheGrangeduringofficehours

• OnlineatMeadowslink.com. Here you can setup ACH or EFT and you can pay by credit card ($11 fee for credit card)

• 24/7intheDropBoxlocatedatTheGrangetotheleftofthe front doors

Assessment Payment Info

Michele Ray-Brethower Executive Director

[email protected] 303-814-3952

Janet Murray Assistant to the Community Manager


Terri Swearingen Rental Coordinator


Jennifer Reinhardt Communications/Sponsorship [email protected]

303-468-5212

Kent Krause Recreation Coordinator


Meadows Neighborhood Company

THE GRANGE3692 Meadows Blvd

GRANGE FALL HOuRSMonday- Thursday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Sunday – Closed

MNC ADMiN OFFiCE3740 Dacoro Lane, Ste 145

Office Hours Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Board of Governors Meetings at the GrangeWondering how your HOA does business? Have a question or comment youwanttodiscusswiththeBoard?CometoameetingatTheGrange!Homeownersarewelcomeandencouraged toattend.MostBoardmeetingsareheldon thefirstThursdayofthemonthandinordertoaccommodatedifferenthomeownerschedules, there are both afternoon and evening meeting times. The schedule for theBoardofGovernorsupcomingmeetingsare:

September 3 6:00 p.m.October 1 6:00 p.m.November 5 6:00 p.m. Homeowners are welcome to provide input, comments or ask questions at the beginning of every regular monthly Board meeting during a time called OpenForum. Homeowners may also request that an issue be discussed at the meeting bycontactingtheAdministrativeofficeat720-476-4006.

Minutes from the Board of Governors Meetings are available on Meadowslink.com in the Document Section.

MNC Board of GovernorsStephanie McCandless President [email protected] Knopinski Vice President [email protected] Jensen Treasurer [email protected] Jensen Secretary [email protected] Berens Governor At Large [email protected]

3692 Meadows Blvd Castle Rock, Colorado 80109

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Wiggly Field, The Meadows off-leash dog park, recently received some fun additions thanks to an Eagle Scout project by local Boy Scout and Meadows resident, 16 year old Aaron Chavez.

Aaron Chavez, of Boy Scout Troop 780, presented a plan to the The Meadows Neighborhood Board of Governors to in-stall an agility course at Wiggly Field at the dog park located just north of Paint-brush Park. Aaron planned and raised the

funds for the project, and it was completed on August 8 and 9.

Aaron was able to raise enough money from private donations, as well as local businesses to support adding the dog amenities to the park. The generous donations for the obstacle course stations were received from Dr. Deb from Brooklyn Vet Clinic, Cherished Companions, Buddy Cox Insurance Company and Winwater of Castle Pines, which donated the 16’ plastic culvert piping that was used for the tunnel obstacle stations. The Meadows Neighborhood is very appreciative of the donations, and the partnership with local businesses to provide funding for this great Eagle Project.


Agility Course Sponsors:

Brooklyn Vet Clinic Winwater of Castle Pines

Cherished Companion Buddy Cox insurance

Aaron Chavez


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KYLE SHELDON720.244.6819

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Youth Classes

PJ’s and storytimePut pajamas on the kids and come down to The Grange for story time! Each month will feature a different theme. Mr. Cliff from Storytime Parties will entertain the kids with his own unique style of reading, audience interactive storytelling, and songs.

September 27 p.m.-7:30 p.m.Let’s Go Fishin

October 77 p.m.-7:30 p.m.Not- So- Scary Monsters

November 47 p.m.-7:30 p.m.Time To Eat

Cost: FREE (Pre-registration is required) Registration Maximum: 50 childrenAge Requirement: All ages welcome!

Parent & Child Painting ClassSpend a couple hours with your child and get creative together at The Grange. Creating art has long been known to help you relax, de- stress and have fun. We’ve made it easy and convenient for you by having all of the supplies, subject, and the snack all set, along with professional instruc-tion. Artist Donna Martin of Creative Canvas Art Classes will provide step- by- step instruction during the class so that each parent and child pair can follow along and make the same painting/col-lage together. Paintings will be done on a 16x20 inch canvas and light refreshments will be served. Come create a memory and leave with your paint-ing as a souvenir.

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Cost: $45 Resident/$50 Non-Resident (Per Pair) $23 to add additional childRegistration Maximum: 30 total participantsAge Requirement: 7+ Accompanied by Adult 18+Special Notes: All parents/guardians will need to be sitting with their children and assisting/moni-toring them during the class. The fee is for one pair of one parent, guardian or grandparent and one child. An additional child may register to join the pair for an additional $23.

Parent and Child Painting & CollageDate: September 26Registration Deadline: September 24

Parent and Child Painting & CollageDate: October 31Registration Deadline: October 29

Parents night out Need an evening without the kids? Parent’s Night Out gives parent’s the opportunity to take a well deserved break. Go out for a night on the town with the confidence that your kids are safe and are having fun. The program will take place inside The Grange. We’ll be showing the movie Monsters Inc., serving pizza for dinner, and offering a variety of activities and crafts. Pre- registration is required and parents will need to fill out a waiver form before dropping their kids off for the evening. The waiver form can be filled out when you arrive or you may download it from www.meadowslink.com and bring it with you that evening to save time. Please contact Kent Krause, the Recreation Coordinator, if you need to make special accommodations for your child regarding medical concerns or dietary restrictions. He can be reached at 303-814-3953 or [email protected]

Date: October 9Time: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Cost: Register by Sept. 25 fee is $20 Residents/$25 Non-Resident After Sept. 25 fee is $27/Resident, $32/Non-ResidentRegistration Deadline: October 7Registration Maximum: 30Age Requirement: 5-11

Parent/Child holiday Cookie deCorating Class Join us at The Grange for some cookie decorating fun! Instructor LuAnn Brown will provide all of the supplies and the instruction needed for you and your little ones to have a creative and fun morning decorating holiday cookies. Instruction can range from very simple to advanced so everyone will get something out of this class. Best of all, you will get to take your culinary masterpieces home to enjoy!

Date: November 21Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Cost: $25 Resident/ $30 Non- Resident (Per Pair) $13 per additional childRegistration Deadline: November 18Registration Maximum: 20 total participantsAge Requirement: 5+ accompanied by adult 18+

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To register for any class or program, call The Grange at 303-814-2358 or Go to Meadowslink.com under the Events and Programs tab, then click Register for Classes and Activities. The Cancellation Policy is located on www.Meadowslink.com


Special Note: All parents/guardians will need to be sitting with their children and assisting/monitoring them during the class. The fee is for one pair of one parent, guardian or grand-parent and one child. An additional child may register to join the pair for an additional $13. Each participant will get to decorate and take home approximately 6 cookies.

Painting: Autumn in ColoradoDate: October 20Registration Deadline: October 17

Painting: Snowy Night over the RockDate: November 18Registration Deadline: November 16

odette’s Cuisine Chef Odette Sprenger is a professional chef who lives in The Meadows. She has over 45 years of experience cooking Belgian and French cui-sine. She has worked for celebrities in California and even owned and operated her own bistro for 19 years. Odette will demonstrate how to create a gourmet meal, give you the recipe and you will get to enjoy eating the meal at the end. Small class sizes keep this class truly instructional!

September Menu: September’s menu will feature chicken basquaise. This dish consists of chicken that is cooked with rice, onions, red and yellow peppers, tomatoes, and wine. It will be accom-panied with a zucchini tian baked casserole.

Adult ClassesPinot and PalettesChannel your inner artist, glass of wine in hand, as Artist Donna Martin teaches you how to create a painting on a canvas at The Grange. You’ll enjoy a fun evening of painting and chat-ting while you all work towards making the same painting with your friends and neighbors by your side. All supplies will be provided and each participant will leave with a 16x20 piece of art to remember this fun experience. The wine is included in your registration fee.

Time: 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.Cost: $30 Resident/$35 Non-Resident (per class)Registration Maximum: 30Age Requirements: 21+Special Notes: Please bring your driver’s license to verify your age.

Painting: Leaves of GoldDate: September 10Registration Deadline: September 8

Dessert will consist of a pear and blueberry tarte with a walnut streusel.

Date: September 14Time: 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.Cost: $28 Resident/$33 Non-ResidentRegistration Deadline: September 11Age Requirements: 13+

October Menu: October’s menu will feature stuffed cabbage in a white wine and tomato sauce. It will be accompanied by a potato, celery root, and leek au gratin as well as a brussel sprout and a kale salad. Dessert will be a roasted nut tarte con-sisting of hazelnuts, pine nuts, and pistachio nuts.

Date: October 12Time: 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.Cost: $28 Resident/$33 Non-ResidentRegistration Deadline: October 8Age Requirements: 13+

November Menu: November’s menu will feature turkey roulade filled with prosciutto, herbs, and parmesan cheese with a brandy cream sauce. It will be accompanied by a white rice and wild rice pilaf with tomato and basil, and sautéed carrots with ginger. Dessert will consist of a pumpkin cheesecake with a pecan crust.

Date: November 2Time: 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.Cost: $28 Resident/$33 Non-ResidentRegistration Deadline: October 29Age Requirements: 13+

Country Western danCe lessons Come and learn to country western dance with CR Dancin! The class will be taught in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. No prior dance experience is necessary. The program will last 4 weeks and occur each Tuesday night starting Sept. 15th and ending Oct. 6th. The course is designed for couples but individuals may register if we can match them with a partner. The course will focus on participants learning the East Coast Swing.

Date: September 15, 22, 29 & October 6Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Cost: $65 Couples/$40 SinglesRegistration Deadline: September 11Registration Maximum: 30 total participantsAge Requirement: 18+

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Adult Classeslove and logiC Love and Logic is a parenting philosophy founded in 1977 by Jim Fay and Foster W. Cline, M.D. that has become a leading approach by educators, parents and profes-sionals worldwide. This program is dedicated to making parenting fun and rewarding, instead of stressful and chaotic. We will provide practical tools and techniques that help adults achieve respectful, healthy relationships with their children (yes, even teenagers!). And, it helps teach children to be responsible and pre-pares them to live in the real world. This class is taught by Love and Logic facilitator Shauna Rusovick, who has been teaching these classes since 2005. Parents are strongly encouraged to attend together when possible and pre- regis-tration is required by the registration deadline date.

Date: : September 16, 23, & 30Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Cost: $85 couple, $60 individual (Plus $10 materials fee collected at first class)Registration Deadline: September 14Age Requirements: 18+

dslr Camera/Beginner PhotograPhy PresentationThis presentation is for individuals who are interested in getting into the world of pho-tography. We’ll be discussing the difference between your standard point and shoot cam-eras and DSLR cameras along with how to select the appropriate DSLR camera for your needs. You will also learn how to use the vari-ous camera settings and functions to get the best pictures possible.

Date: : September 17Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.Cost: FREE (pre- registration is required)Registration Deadline: September 15Age Requirements: None

Cake deCorating Classes Join us at The Grange for this exciting class where participants will learn all about cake decorating! The courses will be taught by Lu Ann Brown who is a certified cake decorating instructor. She has taught over 500 students and has 35 years of experience. All of the cakes, frosting, tools, and supplies you need will be provided at each class. Participants will also get to keep their creations and enjoy them at home.

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September ClassSeptember’s class will focus on how to make beautiful fall flower decorations such as the sunflower and the spider mum. Buttercream icing will be used and basic cake decorating skills will be covered as well.

Date: September 24Time: 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.Cost: $25 Resident/ $30 Non-ResidentRegistration Deadline: September 21 Registration Maximum: 10Age Requirements: 12+

October Class October’s class will focus on how to make a variety of flowers out of fondant and gum paste. Basic cake decorating skills will be cov-ered as well as instructions for handling and storing gum paste.

Date: October 29Time: 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.Cost: $25 Resident/ $30 Non-ResidentRegistration Deadline: October 26Registration Maximum: 10Age Requirements: 12+

Faux ChalkBoard sign Class Do you love the look of those pretty chalk-board signs? Now you can paint your own without the fuss and the mess. Participants will take a 12x12 cradled birch board canvas, prime it, and then paint on the background color. Once it dries we’ll do some “smudging” to get the look of chalk on the background. We’ll then sand the edges to distress it and

use a stencil to add our wording to the sign. It may sound complicated but it’s super easy to create this beautiful work of art for your home. All supplies are included. You can choose your stencil design from one of several patterns. The pictures below are examples of what you could make.

Date: October 8Time: 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.Cost: $23 Resident/$28 Non- ResidentRegistration Deadline: October 5Registration Maximum: 20Age Requirements: 12+

Date: November 17Time: 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.Cost: $23 Resident/$28 Non- ResidentRegistration Deadline: November 13Registration Maximum: 20Age Requirements: 12+

mixed media Collage WorkshoP Creating a work in collage involves gluing or pasting materials to a surface to create a unique piece of art. It’s a fun, interesting and intuitive process. In this class, the student is free to incorporate a range of differ-ent media in the same work. Instructor Donna Martin will provide a large variety of materials such as paints, papers, gel mediums, and much more. Students are encouraged to bring their own contributions as well such as ticket stubs, stamps, or anything they want to incorporate into their work of art. The photo shown is an example of what can be created. The class is intended for you to use your imagination to cre-ate your own unique piece of art!

Date: October 10Time: 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Cost: $40 Resident/$45 Non-ResidentRegistration Deadline: October 7Registration Maximum: 12Age Requirements: 18+

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Community Events

Volunteers Needed for Upcoming Community EventsOureventsarenotpossiblewithoutthehelpofouramazingvolunteers.Pleasegetincontactwithusifyouareinterestedinhelpingtomaketheseeventspossible.Itisagreatwayforhighschoolstudentstoearnthecommunityservicehourstheyneedforgraduation!Fulldetailsonthevolunteeropportunitiesareavailableonwww.MeadowsLink.com.Ifyouareinterested, please call Kent Krause at 303-814-3953 or email [email protected].


Paint your oWn Wine glass Have you admired those beautiful hand-painted wine glasses that you’ve seen in the specialty boutique stores? Here is your chance to paint your own set of unique wine glasses! In this class we will paint flowers on a pair of wine glasses. All supplies are included and instruc-tion is provided. You will be amazed at what you can create and you will leave this class with your own set of hand-painted glasses. These also make great gifts for the upcoming Holidays!

Date: October 15Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Cost: $27 Resident/ $32 Non-ResidentRegistration Deadline: October 12Registration Maximum: 30Age Requirements: 12+

Doggie Dive at

The Grange Pools

Come and let your pooch enjoy a swim at the Grange Pools!

FREE!Must have a key fob/pool pass to enter. Event is only open to

Meadow’s residents. No humans allowed in the pools.

Saturday, September 1210:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Space is limited.

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• Enjoyfreepumpkins,livemusic,rides,activities,trickortreating at sponsor booths, giveaways, concessions, the costume parade at 1:15 p.m. and much more!

• ResidentscomeoutandgetyourfreePumpkin!(1perhousehold). Non-residents and residents who want additional pumpkinscanpurchasethemfor$5each(whilesupplieslast).Remember to bring your keyfob to access the fast pass line for the pumpkins.

• Tiredofwaitinginlinetosignliabilitywaiversfortherides?Visit the Grange during normal business hours starting October 12 to receive your wristband in advance.

Celebrate the arrival of fall at The Meadows PumpkinFest held behind the Grange

PumpkinFestSaturday, October 17th

1- 4 p.m. FREE EVENT

Limited Parking: Parking will be available at The Grange and Paintbrush Park. Please consider walking to the event if possible as parking is limited.

Lane Closure: One lane on each side of Meadows Blvd. from The Grange to Paintbrush Park will be closed on Saturday, October 17th from 11 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. for the Hay Wagon Rides. Please use caution when driving down Meadows Blvd. and watch for pedestrians heading to and from The Meadows PumpkinFest event.

Sponsored by:

Castle Rock Development Company

George Dabaghi



Join us at The Grange for a Murder Mystery Dinner presented by Adams Mystery Playhouse of Denver. The evening will kick off with cocktails from 6:00- 6:30 p.m. and mingling with the actors. Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. and will be catered. Dinner will include a meat or vegetarian lasagna served with a side of marinara and fresh grated parmesan cheese accompanied by a fresh mixed green salad, and fresh baked dinner rolls with butter and assorted dessert bars for dessert. . If a vegetarian or gluten free entrée is needed, please let us know during registration. The price of admission includes the show, dinner, and one glass of wine. Additional drinks may be purchased separately at the bar. Be sure to sign up early because pre-registration is required and space is limited.

Plot Summary: While on a leisure tour of ‘Romantic Bavaria’ one of your scheduled stops is at the home of Ruth A. Joy, world famous candy maker and chocolate connoisseur. While there, you witness an auspicious moment in history as three confectioners bring their samples to Ms. Joy for her opinion on their chocolate recipes. Soon, someone ends up dead and you have to solve the crime. Who would do such a ‘bitter’ deed at such a ‘sweet’ moment?

Date: November 7Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.Cost: $35 Resident/ $40 Non-ResidentRegistration Deadline: October 28Age Requirements: 21+

The Meadows Neighborhood Company is holding a Halloween Costume Photo Contest! The contest will be open to kids, adults, and even pets and we want to see pictures of you in your best Halloween Costume!

How to Enter:If you would like to be in the contest you can enter the following ways. On October 26th, before 5 p.m., the Meadows will create a Facebook post on their Facebook page. This post will have a link that will let you sub-mit your photo for the contest. If you do not have Facebook but would still like to be in the contest you can e-mail your photo submission to [email protected]. Photos can be submitted by Facebook or e-mail until 8 a.m. on November 2nd.

Voting:All photo submissions will be posted on The Meadows Facebook page on November 2nd before 5 p.m. Facebook users can then vote for their favorite costume photos by “lik-ing” the pictures. The top 3 pictures with the most “likes” will be the winners. Voting will occur from November 2nd until 8:30 a.m. on November 9th. The winners will be announced on November 9th.

Prizes:1st Place = $1002nd Place = $753rd Place = $50

Please view the contest Facebook post or www.Meadowslink.com for a complete list of rules and regulations.

murder mystery dinner – death By ChoColate

Halloween Costume Photo Contest


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Be Sure To Keep An Eye Out For Other Upcoming Events! The Nutcracker Ballet – Late NovemberHoliday’s in the Meadows – December

Holiday Wine Soiree – DecemberWinter Night Lights – December

Pancake Breakfast with Santa – December

Holly Jolly Christmas Boutique Seeks Vendors

Vendors are needed for the Holly Jolly Christmas boutique that is sched-

uled for Friday, Nov. 13, from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 14 from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. at The Grange in Castle Rock. Vendor set up will be on Thursday, Nov. 12 from 5- 8 p.m. This event will be an opportunity for a variety of artists, crafters, and home-based businesses to sell their merchandise in a boutique environment. Jewelry, craft items, accessories, home décor, and seasonal items welcome!

Rental Fee: $75 for 8’ x 8’ space for Meadows residents. $95/space for non-residents or commercial companies. Tables and chairs are not included in the rental fee. 8’ tables are available for rent for $10 each. Chairs are $5 each. To guarantee availability the day of the show, all tables and chairs must be rented in advance. Electricity is limited, additional $30, if available.

Vendors will need to provide grids, shelving, or other display items. NO CANOPIES OR POP-UPS ALLOWED.

The vendors will be selected based on variety, originality, and qual-ity of product. Meadows residents will be the first priority when it comes to the selection of vendors and then first priority will go to vendors who participated in the 2014 event.

Meadows Residents can register until October 1, then registration will be open to non-residents.

The amount of vendors per any one type of product will be limited in order to help reduce competition and provide a larger selection of merchandise to our attendees. Vendors must staff their booth for the entire duration of the boutique.

For more information or for vendor application form, see www.Meadowslink.com or call 303-814-3953.

Holly Jolly Christmas Boutique

Join us as you can start and finish your gift buying for the holidays in one weekend at The Grange! A variety of artists, crafters, and home-based businesses are selling their merchandise in a boutique environment for all to enjoy. There will be something for everyone, one of a kind, unique, handmade, or hand-crafted must haves! Jewelry, accessories, home décor, repurposed items, vintage, seasonal items, and gifts for everyone on your list! Raffle tickets will be for sale for $1.00 each or 6/$5.00 to win all kinds of fantastic, donated items! All proceeds from the raffle will go to the Douglas County Task Force. Be sure to join us with later shopping hours on Friday and all day Saturday! Come and get into the holiday spirit in the Meadows community!

Friday, November 1310 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Saturday, November 1410 a.m.– 4 p.m.



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Thank you to All Who Made the 13th Annual Music in The Meadows Concert Series a Huge Success

Sponsored by:

Castle Rock Development Company

George Dabaghi


Also thanks to:

Castle Rock Police Department

Westside Towing

Castle Rock Fire Department

Town of Castle Rock

Ultrasound Communications Systems

Rocky Mountain Meat Company

Island Style BBQ

Funnels

Kona Ice

Oooey Gooey

And all of our wonderful volunteers!

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Bridge grouP at the grange Join in for a friendly game of Bridge twice a month. Players must have some Bridge playing experience, but all levels are welcome. If you would like to join the group or would like more information, please contact Mary Jane Ferrara at 720-851-0325.

2nd and 4th Mondays, 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

the meadoWs hiking CluB Written by: Rick NolanVolunteer Coordinator for the Meadows Hiking Club and Meadows Resident

You can contact me directly at [email protected] and I will be glad to send you a current schedule of our hikes and answer any questions you might have regarding our hiking group.

Happy Hiking

PlaygrouP at the grange Grab your little ones for a playgroup every Thursday at The Grange. For kids ages 0-5, this group is fun, relaxed, and provides a great opportunity for you and your children to meet others in your neighborhood. An attentive parent or caretaker must accompany all children. If your little one is under the weather, please keep him or her at home until they are feeling better.

Ages 0-5 Every Thursday 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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CyCling CluB 6202 Cycling was formed in December 2005 by a group of Castle Rock-based cyclists who wanted to share their love of bicycling and their community.

6202 Cycling welcomes bicyclists of all styles – casual riders, racers, mountain and road cyclists, men, women and families. Club members participated in several organized local and regional rides including Elephant Rock, Triple Bypass, and the Courage Classic.

6202 Cycling is a member of the League of American Cyclists, a non-profit membership organization which promotes cycling for fun, fitness and transportation through advocacy and education.

More information can be found on the club website: www.6202cycling.org

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Fall is a favorite time of the year for those who enjoy their outdoor landscapes. As temperatures cool and the days shorten, it’s pleasant to be in the yard and garden for both you and your plants. Tree and shrub growth comes to a close and pest and insect problems become more sporadic.

Now is an excellent time to consider new plantings for your landscape. Cooler air and soil temperatures put less stress on newly installed plants. Fall water demands are less while roots proliferate in the cooler soils. Many local nurseries will have discounted plants for fall. Consider planting small trees that could be in stock, as they will establish faster, and transplant earlier.

Needle bearing (evergreen trees) respire or lose water through their foliage during the winter season. For this reason, evergreens are best planted earlier in the year. Trees and shrubs should be planted prior to the first of November. Bulbs should be in the ground by October 15. When planting in the fall, wood mulches and winter watering will be needed for success. Mulching and winter watering will increase a new tree’s chances of survival. After planting a tree, water it deeply. Mulch trees and shrubs with a three inch layer of wood chips, pine needles or a similar material, mulch to at least a foot beyond the area of the tree’s root ball. Water the tree again to settle the mulch.

Here is a quick Fall checklist to keep you on the right path and save you dollars in replacing systems due to lack of winterization, or preparing your landscaping for the cold months ahead.

SeptemberEase up on watering; plants need time to harden off before the cold sets in.

Fall is the best time to fertilize lawns. Make the final application of nitrogen while the grass is still green. Apply one pound of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet of cool season grasses. Warm season grasses do not require any fertilization in the fall. September is also a good month to plant shrubs and deciduous trees. They will require extra care and watering, but will put on a lot of root growth if planted early in the fall.

OctoberUsing twine, tie up trees and shrubs that may break with heavy snow. Take time to clean up f lowerbeds and vegetable gardens. Mow the turf with a catcher to collect fallen leaves and winterize by draining and storing hoses; blow out all sprinkler systems including subsurface and drip lines (see more info below).

NovemberTrees with thin bark, or those transplanted within the last

Fall is for Planting, and Winterization

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New Homeowner Orientation

Welcome to The Meadows to all of our new Neighbors! You are invited to a New Homeowner Orientation at The Grange on Tuesday, September 8 at 6:30 p.m. Come learn more about your community in a quick and informal way. If you have any questions, please call The Grange at 303-814-2358.

Open to New Homeowners

Tuesday, September 8 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday November 3 6:30 p.m.

three years, should have tree wrap applied before the 15th of the month. Based on the current drought situations, consider winter-watering of trees during the winter months. Make notes of garden plants you observed during the fall that had the color you need for your yard and those that were successful in your yard during last season. Additionally, take note of the areas that need an extra plant for next year-this will help you avoid over-purchasing next spring.

Winterization starts now! Check filters, blower and blower compartments, belts, burners, pilots as well as the ducts. Routine maintenance will increase the life of your furnace. * Filters. Check your filter monthly and either clean or

replace it. A clogged or dirty filter reduces the amount of airf low over the exchanger. This is the most neglected item in furnace maintenance.

* Blower and Blower Compartments. Turn off the electric power to the furnace, clean, and remove the lint and dust from the blower and compartment.

* Belts. If the blower is belt-driven, check the belt for wear and tension. Adjust the belt enough to prevent it from slipping.

* Burner/Pilot. Burner and pilot should be cleaned annually. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for lighting the pilot.

* Distribution System. Check all ducts for leaks and repair them with duct tape. Ducts should be insulated in unheated areas. Wrap batt insulation around the ducts and seal with duct tape. Be sure not to block any air intake openings.

Sprinklers and irrigation systems need Winterization as weather turns cold. Blowing out sprinkler systems in the fall, prior to the colder months when low temperatures cause water to freeze, can save thousands of dollars in damage and unquantifiable distress for the homeowner. Make sure your home’s outdoor irrigation system is properly cleared of water, turned off and protected from freezing temperatures.

A proper, professional sprinkler system winterization includes:• Compressed air removes all moisture from the lines and

other critical components.• Allelectricalcomponentsarethoroughlychecked.• Makenoteofanypotentialneededrepairsthatwillneedto

be on before starting your system up in the spring.

Sprinkler lines that do not get winterized can freeze in extremely low temperatures, which are common in Colorado winter months. Frozen water in your irrigation system can cause thousands of dollars in damage to your home and property, and require some or all of the irrigation system to be repaired or replaced. Irrigation system winterization needs to be done before the temperatures start to drop, so don’t delay!

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Getting outdoors and experiencing the last of the warm weather and beautiful fall colors seems to be a top priority for most this time of year. For those of us that live in The Meadows, we are lucky to have a place that offers amazing fall colors and a lovely hiking trail, just a few miles south. Dawson Butte Open Space is a gem any time of year, but is especially glorious in the fall. In 2004, Douglas Land Conservancy (DLC), a local nonprofit land trust, began working with the owners of Dawson Butte to protect 829 acres of open space through a conservation easement. This ease-ment ensures that the open space will be protected in perpetuity by DLC for future generations to enjoy. The beautiful landscape surrounding the trails has been protected for its natural resources and recreational values that benefit the public.

Dawson Butte Open Space Trail is an easy to moderate five mile loop trail over rolling terrain that travels through mostly forested areas with some open meadows. The trail offers views of Pike’s Peak, Devil’s Head, and Dawson Butte. There is no access to the top of the butte. Wildlife that you may encounter include, bears, elk, deer, and mountain lions, along with many varieties of small mammals and birds. The trail is used for hiking, horseback riding (with an optional bridle path containing over 60 horse jumps), mountain biking, and even snowshoeing. Dogs are welcome on leash. No motorized vehicles are allowed. The trailhead has a beautiful picnic area, so bring a lunch and make a day of it!

Amy Graziano,Stewardship and Outreach Coordinator at Douglas Land Conservancy

Douglas Land Conservancy

Photo credit: Donna Coto

ArtfestThis two day event is held in the parking lots of Town Hall and the P.S. Miller Library. Delight in the artistic impressions of more than 170 Artists from across the country. Continual live main stage entertainment, featuring popular musicians, will provide a complimentary backdrop to this year’s program.

Parking is available at the Douglas County Fairgrounds, Artfest Shuttle will transport guest to event location. No Pets Allowed

Event InformationWhen: Sept. 12th & 13th, 2015Time: Sat: 9a.m.-6p.m.; Sun: 10a.m.-5p.m.Where: Downtown Historic Castle Rock

Photo Credit: Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce

Meadows Family Home Devastated By Lightning…Community Comes TogetherOn July 21, around 3:00 p.m., Meadows residents, Kiara Horan and Jonathan Jones’ home was struck by a bolt of lightning. In a f lash, their home was completely destroyed. While Kiara and Jonathan were not home, one of their beloved cats of more than 10 years did not survive. The home has since been condemned and the couple and their other pets have been living in temporary housing. To make this difficult time a little easier on the couple, The Meadows community members and local businesses have gen-erously offered to help. Macy’s, The Outlets of Castle Rock, Holiday Inn of Castle Rock, and so many individuals have donated gift cards, money, and other various items to ease the burden on this family. The Meadows will soon be setting up a Sign Up page for items that Kiara and Jonathan will need in the upcoming months as they try to rebuild their lives. Please check Meadowslink.com or email [email protected] for more details or ways to help.

If you’re interested in donating monetarily, a Relief Fund Account has been setup with ANB Bank. You can make a donation in either Jonathan Jones or Kiara Horan’s names.Account # 2000003023 Routing Number 107001232

Photo credit: Timothy Tonge/CRFD


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upcoming Chemical Collection EventCastle Rock roundups give residents chance to rid homes of hazardous chemical.

The final Douglas County chemical roundup of 2015, sponsored by Tri-County Health, is slated for Sept. 12 in Castle Rock.

Is your garage turning into a storage area for unwanted paint containers, old automotive f luids, tires, used batteries or burned-out light bulbs? If you answered yes to any of those items, then mark your calendar.

On Sept. 12, the Tri-County Health Department will host its final two chemical roundups of 2015 for Douglas County resi-dents, offering a means to properly dispose of household waste that could otherwise contaminate people’s homes, the local water supply, air and landfills.

All roundup participants are asked to show proof of residence in Douglas County and pay $25 when dropping off chemicals. There will also be a free drop-and-swap area on site where people can take household cleaners, paint, car wax, antifreeze, fertilizer and garden products still in their original containers.Accepted items to drop off include house and garden chemicals, automotive f luids, f luorescent light bulbs, fuels, propane tanks between one and 20 pounds, vehicle and household batter-


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Items that will not be accepted include business and com-mercial waste, radioactive waste, electronic waste (computers, TVs, etc.), explosive waste, smoke detectors, waste containing asbestos, compressed gases other than propane, tractor tires, scrap metal and medical waste.

The final event of 2015, Sept. 12 at 175 Kellog Court in Castle Rock. Both roundups are scheduled for 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.

For more information or to volunteer to help, please visit www.tchd.org/250/Home-Chemical-Waste or call Ellen Kennedy at 720-200-1592.

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