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Officers, Directors and Representatives President Karen Padrevita [email protected] Vice President Ma Fierro 303-790-4882 [email protected] Treasurer Sandy Inglis 303-790-8137 Recorder Becca Foster 719-440-5615 [email protected] Publisher: Porchlink Media [email protected] |720-295-2649 6525 Gunpark Dr., #370-133 Boulder 80301 Editor: Jean Henke [email protected] Architectural Control Commiee (ACC)……..Ron Brink 303-649-1497 [email protected] Membership Director Lenora Starr Greenleaf A Family Friendly Community Karen Padrevita FEBRUARY 2016 303-378-4081 [email protected] Senior Acvies Director Becca Foster [email protected] Social Acvies Community Garage Sales: June 2016 4th of July Children’s parade organizer: Karen Padrevita [email protected] South Suburban Representave Director: Pat Perlinger 303-799-8626 Welcome Commiee Director Jim Stern | [email protected] E-mail officers through the Official Website: Acresgreen.org Social media site: acresgreen.Nextdoor.com To establish a neighborhood watch on your block contact the Douglas County Sheriff's department at 303-660-7505. 06 February 2016 ISSUE Welcome 2016 It’s a new year that comes with new hopes and goals. My hope is that for the many of you that set New Year’s goals, you are still on track; remember it takes small steps to make big progress. This year, we hope that you take one step closer to supporting your local community. Perhaps that step is by contributing once a year to the voluntary Acres Green Home Owners’ Association (AGHOA). This small contribution supports many items during the year including the electricity used to light the sign at the east entrance to the neighborhood, delivery of this very newsletter you are reading, improvements to the front garden on Acres Green Drive, matching gift projects for the neighborhood, and the annual 4th of July Parade and Ice Cream Social. Please consider helping out this year. Our next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 18 at 7:00 pm in the meeting room of the fire station on Maximus & Yosemite. We will be discussing scheduling the upcoming Neighborhood Garage Sale. Your input on dates would be appreciated. We hope to see you there! Be the first to recieve the Greenleaf. Send your e-mail address to us at: [email protected] Note: you are responsible for allowing access to your e-mail addess. AGHOA Meeting: Thurs. Feb. 18, 2016 at 7 pm at the South Metro Fire Station. See agenda on page 7

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Officers, Directors and

RepresentativesPresident Karen Padrevita

[email protected]

Vice President Matt Fierro303-790-4882

[email protected]

Treasurer Sandy Inglis 303-790-8137

Recorder Becca Foster719-440-5615

[email protected]

Publisher: Porchlink Media [email protected] |720-295-2649

6525 Gunpark Dr., #370-133 Boulder 80301

Editor: Jean Henke [email protected]

Architectural Control Committee (ACC)……..Ron Brink

303-649-1497 [email protected]

Membership Director Lenora Starr

GreenleafA Family Friendly Community

Karen Padrevita

FEBRUARY 2016

303-378-4081 [email protected]

Senior Activities Director Becca Foster [email protected]

Social ActivitiesCommunity Garage Sales: June 2016

4th of July Children’s parade organizer: Karen Padrevita [email protected]

South Suburban RepresentativeDirector: Pat Perlinger 303-799-8626

Welcome Committee Director Jim Stern | [email protected]

E-mail officers through the Official Website:

Acresgreen.orgSocial media site:

acresgreen.Nextdoor.comTo establish a neighborhood watch on

your block contact the Douglas County

Sheriff's department at 303-660-7505. 06

F e b r u a r y 2 0 1 6

I S S U E

Welcome 2016 It’s a new year that comes with new hopes and goals. My hope is that for the many of you that set New Year’s goals, you are still on track; remember it takes small steps to make big progress.

This year, we hope that you take one step closer to supporting your local community. Perhaps that step is by contributing once a year to the voluntary Acres Green Home Owners’ Association (AGHOA). This small contribution supports many items during the year including the electricity used to light the sign at the east entrance to the neighborhood, delivery of this very newsletter you are reading, improvements to the front garden on Acres Green Drive, matching gift projects for the neighborhood, and the annual 4th of July Parade and Ice Cream Social. Please consider helping out this year.

Our next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 18 at 7:00 pm in the meeting room of the fire station on Maximus & Yosemite. We will be discussing scheduling the upcoming Neighborhood Garage Sale. Your input on dates would be appreciated. We hope to see you there!

Be the first to recieve the Greenleaf.

Send your e-mail address to us at: [email protected]

Note: you are responsible for allowing access to your e-mail addess.

AGHOA Meeting:Thurs. Feb. 18, 2016 at 7 pm at the South Metro Fire Station.

See agenda on page 7

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Dates Event Location Times More Info

Monday’s

Ultra Beginning Line Dance Drop in class. Each week learn a set of basic line dance steps and review previous steps

Goodson Recreation Center, 6315 S. University Blvd, Centennial

NEW TIME 11:30—12:30 p.m.

For more information contact: [email protected]

Tuesdays & Wednesdays

Line Dancing -Beginners-for those who know basic line dance steps, Intermediate—for those familiar with more advanced steps.

Tuesdays at the Lone Tree Rec. Ctr. and Wednesdays at the Buck Rec. Ctr.

Beginners 1:30—2:25 p.m.

Intermediate 2:30—3:25 p.m

For more information 303-708-3500 (Lone Tree)303-797-8787 (Buck)

Fri. Feb. 5, Apr. 1, Jun. 3, Aug. 5

Big Band Ballroom Dance - music provided by Mile High Big Band, Dance lesson included

Buck Rec. Center 7—10 p.m.Tickets online or at the door. Fee $8 District Rate www.sspr.org Buck: 303-730-4612

Fri. Mar. 4, May 6, Jul. 1

Big Band Ballroom Dance - music provided by Mile High Big Band, dance lesson included

Lone Tree Rec. Center 7—10 p.m.Tickets online or at the door. Fee $8 District Rate www.sspr.org Lone Tree Rec: 303-708-3500

Thurs. Feb. 18 AGHOA meeting South Metro Fire Station

(34) on Maximus Dr. 7 p.m. Karen Padrevita, [email protected]

Fri. March 15 Deadline for articles for the April Greenleaf

Send articles in narrative format to Jean at e-mail listed

5 p.m. Contact Jean Henke at 303-649-1497 or [email protected]

Wed. March 20

Deadline for commercial and classified ads for the April Greenleaf

Porchlink Media, 6525 Gunpark Dr. #370-133, Boulder, CO 80301

5 p.m. For more information: contact Kerri at: 720-295-2649, e-mail: [email protected]

Website The Nextdoor website has been great for people sharing information, offering items for free or for sale, finding lost pets, recommending restaurants and services and so much more! Just a reminder that through the site you can set up a group such as Bunco, playgroups, outdoor enthusiasts and others of like interest and invite residents to join you. Join today!

Nextdoor Acres Green We are pleased that over 579 people out of the 1053 homes in the community have signed up and are sharing information in our neighborhood. If you are interested in checking out this FREE private social networking site for Acres Green residents, visit: nextdoor.com/join/YPQBGR

Come enjoygreat musicwhile supporting the communityaround you

8545 E. Dry Creek Rd.Centennial, CO 80112303-740-2688www.gshep.org

Good ShepherdEpiscopal Church

Friday, February 197 pm

PINK CHAMPAGNE

Music with a Mission Concert Series is an outreach project ofGood Shepherd Episcopal Church. Each concert in theseries is free of charge and an offering will be collected forthe partnering mission with 100% of the proceeds going tothat mission.

Partnering Mission: Denver USO

Step back in time for a nostalgic tribute to the greatmusic of the 1940s with Pink Champagne, adelightful women’s trio reminiscent of the AndrewSisters. Pink Champagne has been captivatingaudiences for over 20 years with their authentic 40svocal blend and sparkling personalities. So getready for a “Sentimental Journey” of hits from ColePorter, Glen Miller, The Andrew Sisters and morewith this evening benefiting the Denver Chapter ofthe USO!

40s Serenade

Paying Your Annual AGHOA Dues Through PayPal.

Annual AGHOA dues for 2016 are payable now. To use PayPal follow these instructions. From the AGHOA website (www.acresgreen.org), choose which level of membership you will be paying for ($25.00-Family, $15.00-Individual and $5.00-Senior) and simply click on the PayPal link.

If you don't have a PayPal account, click “Don't have a PayPal Account?”. Enter in your debit or credit card information, name and address. You will receive a receipt via email and the funds will be taken from the card account you provided.

See the membership form on Page 4 for other payment options. Thank you.

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Acres Green Membership

Be a problem solver, not a problem identifier—join the AGHOA today!

The following people are members of the AGHOA for 2016. If your name is not on the list and you think you have paid dues, please contact Lenora Starr at: 303-378-4081 or [email protected].

Adams, Lora & Jean

Adelgren, Victor & Esther

Arias, Debbie & John

Babcock, Alan & Linda

Battin, Bob & Sandy

Beebe, Irvin

Bero, Susan

Bigler, Marva & Randy

Black, Jim & Hazel

Blanchfield, Kathleen

Brink, Ron & Jean Henke

Clouatre, Nancy

Cloutier, Nicole

Coleman, Michael

Cubitto, John & Irene

Davis, Bill & Toni

Dreher, Tom

England, Paul & Candace

Fender, David J

Fierro, Matt & Sarah

Flagg, Kelli

Foster, Rebecca & Willie

Gilpatrick, Donald

Gottdenker, Nancy

Greek, Ninya

Gribowski, Harold

Griffith, Margie

Hansen, Connie & Keith

Highland, Rolen & Angela

Hope, Jim

Houston, Brad & Sherry

Inglis, Don and Sandy

Jones, Lew

Joplin, Deanna

Kienholz, Kim & John

Lark, Ken & Debbie

Larsen, Douglas

Leinweber, Richard & Bernice

Llewellyn, Francis & Lois

Lutz, Cheryl & Bruce

Martin, Rob & Flo

Massey, Rance & Marlies

McKinley, Michael & Gail

McLaughlin, Steven & Angela

Mercer, John

Meyer, Doug & Michelle

Meyers, Karen

Muilenburg, Lynn

Noga, Susan

Norton, Gary & Svetlana

Padrevita, Karen & Nicholas

Perlinger, Pat & Evie

Peterson, Avonne

Petraglia, Joe & Denise

Pitrone, Russell & Lucy

Ransom, Kim

Rose, Beverly

Schreiber, Michael & Sharon

Starr, Lenora & David

StClair, Marlene J

Stern, Jim & Meg

Swinney, R J & Linda

Thompson, Russell

Trengren, Judy

Vogelsong, Paul & Kathy

Wallace, Thomas & Virginia

Walton, Steve & Katy

Watson, Georgia

Wiethoff, Adam

A family membership is less than 50 cents

a week, an individual membership is less

than 30 cents a week.

Porchlink Media is

proud to publish

your newsletter!

To place a display or business services ad:

Please contact: Kerri Watts [email protected] 720-295-2649

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You don’t have to go far

Keep the dream alive. Keep your mortgage close

to home where it belongs.

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Contact Todd McChesney today.

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Willow Creek Shopping Center

Children Ages 3 ~ 9 Call TODAY for FREE trial

303.909.8365

Welcome Committee

New to the community or know of someone who is, please contact Jim Stern at [email protected], through Nextdoor or the AHGOA

website. We’ll get a welcome package out so you can welcome a new neighbor. We want to thank Jim for stepping up to work on this worthwhile committee.

SENIOR TAX ADVISOR 2REGISTERED TAX RETURN PREPARER

Trimming & RemovalsStump GrindingLicensed & InsuredFree EstimatesFirewood

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Pat Perlinger

Who is responsible for shoveling sidewalks?By Pat Perlinger

Amy Banovich Acres Green

Resident of 30 years& Neighborhood Expert!

303-210-5095

Residential, Luxury Homes, Short Sales, Land, First Time Buyers

Each KW o�ce is independently owned

& operated.Download the KW Realty Mobile Search App

Download for Android

Download for iPhone & iPad

NOW is a great time to list your home!

There is a low inventory of homes for sale in Acres Green!

Call me for a free market consultation!

Many thanks t o eve r yone who worked so hard to clear the sidewalks so children and adults alike can safely walk in the neighborhood.

During a recent snowfall there were some questions raised on our Nextdoor website regarding who is responsible for shoveling snow on the sidewalks, particularly on those around the school. Basically it boils down to the property owner next to the sidewalk is responsible for removing the snow on that sidewalk.

The Douglas County School District is responsible for removing the snow on sidewalks adjacent to their property.

South Suburban Parks and Recreation is responsible for removing the snow on the sidewalks next to their property. The trails that are not paved are not considered sidewalks.

The following information regarding snow removal was on the Douglas County website. It is important to remember that Acres Green is in unincorporated Douglas County.

Sidewalk shoveling• Property owners in unincorporated Douglas County are required to remove snow and ice from the sidewalks adjacent to their property within 24 hours after it stops snowing.

• When shoveling snow it should be placed on adjacent landscaping not in the public right-of-way.

The following information lists the order in which the county clears the roadways.

Prioritization of Roadways for Snow Removal

1—Arterial roadways (major roadways with high traffic and high operating speeds) are always addressed first.

2—Collector roadways/school bus routes (those between arterial roadways and residential streets)

3—Local streets and cul-de-sacs: these are plowed during every storm unless accumulations are minor and are expected to melt the following day. Residents are advised to move vehicles off the street if a snow storm is forecast to allow safe access by snowplows.

For more information go to:

http://www.douglas.co.us/road-work/snow-and-ice-removal/

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Meeting Highlights AGHOA

Becca Foster

The AGHOA meets the Third Thursday of the following

months for 2016:

April 21 June 16

October 20December 15

Agenda

• Pro-Disposal status

• Building around us

• Committee status (Treasurer, Membership, Social, South Suburban, Welcome, AGE SAC, ACC)

• Select dates for Acres Green Garage Sale in June

The last AGHOA meeting was held Dec. 17 at the South Metro Fire Station on Maximus Dr.

The first order of business was the membership raffle. The Winner was Jaclyn Gorman—Congratulations!

Lenora reported that we had 115 members for 2015 and 56 members so far for 2016. It was interesting to note that 32 members from 2015 continued to 2016, while we had 33 new members. As of January there are 69 members for 2016 which is more than the 63 at this time last year.

Updates of clients to ProDisposal our preferred garbage company as of Nov. 6:

Home owners in Acres Green exceeded the Tier one cut-off of 530 clients.

Another 45 clients are needed to reach Tier 2 (575) which would be $21 per month for Trash and Recycle.

The following are the clients as of the last few months of 2015:

8/15 – 518 Clients 9/15 – 527 Clients 10/15 – 528 Clients 11/6 – 530 Clients

Building Around Us updates:

• The new development on the NW corner of Yosemite & Park Meadows Dr. is going to be called “The Yard.”

Sandy had no updates for the Treasurer's report.

There were no other committee updates.

In other business:

For Snow Removal Items – home owners should see the information in Pat’s column in this newsletter or check the Douglas County Website. http://www.douglas.co.us/road-work/snow-and-ice-removal/

Public Safety Advisory Committee (PSAC )

• PSAC is a group of Douglas County residents who advise the sheriff about operations, budget and community safety programs. The committee represents the best interest of citizens in issues of public safety, law enforcement and judicial service. The group holds monthly meetings at 6:00 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month at the Justice Center.

• Current Chair – Monica Wasden is stepping down to run for Douglas County commissioner.

• Ed Yetes, recorder, will replace Monica. Our own Matt Fierro will replace Ed as recorder.

• More to come.

Meeting adjourned to Swingers for a holiday social.

Keep Warm, but Safe

December, January and February are the deadliest months for home fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). And, heating equipment is the second leading cause of home fires and home fire deaths. That’s why it’s important for you and your loved ones to take extra precautions during the winter.

Thinking of buying a space heater? The NFPA recommends that you make sure it carries the mark of an independent testing laboratory. Install it according to the manufacturer’s instructions or have it professionally installed. If you have an electric-powered space heater,

plug it into an outlet with sufficient capacity. Never use an extension cord.

Turn off space heaters whenever the room is unoccupied or when manufacturer’s instructions say they should be turned off. Portable space heaters are easy to knock over in the dark. Turn them off when you go to bed, or at least make sure they’re placed in lighted areas or out of high-traffic areas.

If you use a fireplace or wood stove, use only dry, seasoned wood to avoid the build-up of creosote, an oily deposit that easily catches fire and accounts for most chimney fires and the largest share of home-heating fires. Use only paper or kindling wood, not a flammable liquid, to start the fire. Do not use artificial logs in wood stoves.

Make sure your fireplace has a sturdy screen to prevent sparks from flying into the room.

After the ashes are cool, dispose of them in a metal container, which is kept a safe distance from your home.

Make sure fuel-burning equipment is vented to the outside, that the venting is kept clear and unobstructed, and that the exit point is properly sealed around the vent. This is to make sure deadly carbon monoxide does not build up in the home

Other reminders from the National Fire Protection Association include:

• Don’t use your oven to heat your home.

• Inspect all heating equipment annually, and clean as necessary.

• Test smoke alarms monthly; install a carbon monoxide alarm outside each sleeping area.

For more information, visit www.nfpa.org.

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Buyers: • I have the competitive edge needed to get your o�er accepted• 1st Time Home Buyer Specialist

Sellers: • If you're looking to sell soon, get ready now! I'll show you how! Please contact me for a Free Market Analysis• High Sales Price 390k

Angela R ThompsonPhone: 720-436-5483Fax: 720-222-2009Email: [email protected]/angelathompson.htm

This market is moving!

Contact Me for aFree Market Analysis!

Allow me to use my expert negotiation skills to get YOU the most money for your home!

• Acres Green Resident for 17 years

• I have a vested interest in our neighborhood & property values

• Real Estate Agent for over 13 years

• I have negotiated & closed thousands of Real Estate Contracts

• I have closed in excess of $80 million of Real Estate Transaction

Status Style Address City Beds BathsAbove

Grade Sq Ft

Total Sq Ft List DateUnder

Contract Date

Original List Price Sold Price Sold Date

Active Bi-Level 426 Venus Ct Littleton 4 2 1,764 1764 1/19/2016 $305,000Under Contract Multi-Level 13285 Callisto Dr Littleton 4 2 1,726 2155 11/16/2015 12/21/2015 $290,000Under Contract Bi-Level 226 Olympus Cir Littleton 5 2 1,990 1990 1/13/2016 1/19/2016 $340,000Under Contract 2 Story 915 Mercury Cir Littleton 4 3 1,982 2814 1/15/2016 1/19/2016 $349,900Under Contract Ranch/1 Story 788 Mercury Cir Littleton 3 2 1,486 2735 7/18/2015 1/11/2016 $350,000Under Contract Bi-Level 13193 Deneb Dr Littleton 4 2 1,990 1990 12/14/2015 12/21/2015 $350,000

Sold Ranch/1 Story 84 Olympus Cir Littleton 3 2 920 1839 11/16/2015 12/1/2015 $285,000 $275,000 1/15/2016Sold Bi-Level 147 Helena Cir Littleton 4 2 1,764 1764 10/21/2015 11/11/2015 $320,000 $313,900 12/22/2015Sold Multi-Level 13136 Mercury Dr Littleton 3 3 1,340 1769 10/5/2015 10/7/2015 $329,900 $334,000 11/13/2015Sold Ranch/1 Story 13545 Omega Cir Littleton 4 3 1,505 2737 11/6/2015 11/6/2015 $345,000 $345,000 12/17/2015Sold Multi-Level 13697 Omega Cir Littleton 4 4 1,664 2288 11/12/2015 11/14/2015 $359,950 $359,950 12/18/2015Sold 2 Story 914 Mercury Cir Littleton 5 4 1,982 2814 10/21/2015 11/7/2015 $369,900 $367,000 12/11/2015Sold 2 Story 13526 Omega Cir Littleton 6 4 2,669 3528 10/1/2015 10/5/2015 $385,000 $390,000 11/4/2015

Acres Green: 90 Day Report Active Listings, Under Contract & Sold Homes

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Business Services

AdvertisingADVERTISE FOR LESS It’s EASY email your business service ad to [email protected] $25 for 25 words. Deadline is the 20th of the preceding month.

DANCE ACADEMY: FIRST CLASS FREE! Bal let/Tap/Jazz. EST 1987. Affordable tuition and shows. 8600 Park Meadows Drive. 303-770-3900. Danceacademydenver.com

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AIRCRAFT NOISE LINE

To register complaints about loud or low flying aircraft at

centennialairport.com/Complaints or call 303-790-4709.

www.ssprd.org | 303.798.5131

Submitted by Lynne WatcherNEW! Drop Off Childcare Program at Child Discovery Time. Mon, Feb 1, 8 am – 4 pm, Goodson Recreation Center, 6315 South University Blvd, Centennial

Beginning Feb 1, whether you need to go to an appointment, go out to lunch, or run some errands, we are here to meet your individual childcare needs with many fun activities from crafts to fun in the gymnastics area with certified staff in CPR/First Aide & Universal Precautions. For potty-trained ages 2 ½ - 6, Mon – Fri: Full day Fee: $25 resident, $33 nonresident; or half day (4 hours or less) $13 resident, $15 nonresident. Don’t forget their sack lunch. For more information, call 303.483.7075.

Super Sunday 5K Run/Walk. Sun, Feb 7, along Mary Carter Greenway, meet at Platte River Bar & Grill

Get some exercise before you settle in to watch the big game! Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome. Bring the entire family, as this Fun Run is stroller and pet friendly. Show your team spirit and wear your favorite team jersey or attire. Fee is $15 and $10 under 14 years old. For more information, contact Sarah Nielsen at [email protected].

Free - Can We Talk in January? Tuesdays, 12:45 – 1:15 pm, Buck Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers Ave, Littleton

Do you have sensitive issues and want healthy solutions? Attend one or all in this free series and get simple answers to your complex questions. John Conrardy DC, LCP, a holistic chiropractor for over 30 years will guide you through the simple steps to a better life. For the Adult community. Registration required. For more information, contact Nikki Crouse at [email protected].

•Feb 9 - PSST!...Is INCONTINENCE a problem for you? First of all, rest assured that incontinence is a very common disorder and if you suffer from it come see what you can do to help improve the problem.

• Feb 16 -The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Food, Sugar and Drugs. Change the script of your life. Begin a journey of looking at your health choices through a different lens. Change the little things and before you know it you have made an amazing impact on your well-being. Learn to recognize issues and change your life for the better.

Computer Discovery- Drop in. Fri, Feb 12, 1—3 pm, Buck Recreation Center

Stumped on how to use some computer programs? Attend this Q & A session and bring your laptop and consult with our Computer Superheros. Ages 18 and up. Fee: $5 Resident, $6 Nonresident. For more information, contact Nikki at [email protected].

FREE! Cooley Lake Nature Walks. Sat, Feb 13, 9:30 – 11am, South Platte Park, 3000 W Carson Drive, Littleton.

Explore Cooley Lake wildlife area during a naturalist-guided walk. This area has limited public access to protect our wildlife. These hikes fill up fast, so register soon. All ages welcomed and children under 16 years old must be accompanied by a registered adult. For more information, please contact Victoria Sutton at [email protected]

Free - Lunch and Learn. Wed, Feb 24, 11:15 am -12:15 pm, Buck Recreation Center.

Retirement Planning Solutions - Ways to Protect Your Assets without Long Term Care Insurance. Outliving your assets and a medical crisis are 2 major concerns of retirees. This is a free presentation, but you must register to attend.

AARP Smart Driver Course. Wed, Feb 24, 8 am – noon, Buck Recreation Center,

A driver improvement course specially designed for motorists age 50 and older. Fee payable on the first day of class. Cash or check payable to AARP. $15 AARP member, $20 Non-AARP member. For more information, contact Nikki Crouse at contact: [email protected].

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Buzzzz, buzzzz, buzzzzCan you hear the bees? I can’t either right now

but I hope that this summer I will. I love to have a good strong cup (or two) of coffee in the morning as well as several at work. But straight black coffee? No way, I need it sweetened up (that’s what makes me such a sweet guy).

For years I put sugar in my coffee. Somehow, when I don’t remember anymore, I tried honey and I was hooked. No more of the white stuff, what I really enjoyed was the different sweetness that honey adds to the coffee.

For those of you that use it – you know what I’m talking about. I’m sure that you also know honey is not cheap. Every time my wife goes to the store I hear how expense my habit is. For years I sucked it up and paid through the nose because I loved it.

A few months ago, I was checking out this website where inventors and startup folks try to raise money for the “next great thing.” The site is called Indiegogo. Check it out sometime as there are a lot of neat things and ideas that need funding.

I found two guys, a father and son, from Australia that invented a way to harvest honey from the hive without a lot of the mess. It is called a Flow Hive. It is rather ingenious in that instead of using the smoke to calm the bees, pulling out the honeycomb and extracting the honey, these guys came up with a way to “crank” out the honey through splitting the honeycomb which allows the honey to flow down through tubes where the honey flows right into jars.

I thought this was a cool idea so I decided to purchase one. It showed up a few weeks ago and I put it all together but I’m still waiting on the flow tubes. We have ordered the queen and several thousand worker bees. They should arrive late April, early May.

Besides the hope that I can supplement my honey habit, we hope to help with the bee population and the dwindling bees due to disease because we all need the bees to pollinate the food we eat.

I’m not professing to be a beekeeper, nor do I really know what I’m getting into at this point, but I’m looking forward to having a hive and the benefits it will bring to not only the garden flowers and planting that my wife does each year but to help with all the growing things in Acres Green that need that little extra “buzzz” as well as helping with my habit.

Later this year I’ll let you all know how the hive (and honey) are doing.

Updates from the Architectural Control Committee

Ron BrinkACC

www.PorchlinkMedia.com

Advertise in the April issue of The Greenleaf

Deadline to advertise is March 20th

Please contact Kerri Watts to advertise: [email protected] or 720-295-2649

Advertising Rates per issue (discounts available for consecutive issues)

Ad Size Black &White Color

Business Card $30 $55

1/6 page $45 $701/4 page $60 $851/2 page $100 $140Full page $180 $230

Name & Age

= driver’s license

Phone # Baby Sitting

Red Cross

CertifiedPet

SittingLawn Care

Snow Shoveling

House Sitting

Dog Walking

Additional Info

Ashley 720-215-8941

Sadie 720-428-0101

Brittany 303-799-8113

Brian 303-925-1465

Braden, 13 720-627-9287 Chicken care

Kylie, 12 720-436-5483

To add or update your listing, please have your parents contact Kerri at [email protected]. Please include name, age, phone number, and services provided, and birthday for tracking purposes. Please specify “Acres Green”.

Acres Green Teen Services

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When hiring anyone advertising in this publication, residents are urged to do their own research. Complaints regarding improper behavior will result in immediate removal of an ad.

Ads placed in this newsletter do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the editor or the AGHOA.

Letters to the editor should be no more than 250 words and include the writer’s name, address and telephone number. Opinions expressed in letters to the editor are those of the writer and not necessarily those of the publisher, editor or the HOA board. Letters containing misinformation, libelous statements or unsigned letters will not be printed.

Letters to the editor should be addressed to: Jean Henke, 303-649-1497, [email protected]

Advertising Policy: This newsletter is published privately for the residents and homeowners of Acres Green, by Porchlink Media. The Association does not fund this publication, but does pay for its delivery, which notifies residents of HOA meetings required by the Bylaws.

Advertisements pay expenses related to publishing this newsletter. The publisher reserves the right to refuse advertising to any person or company. Publisher does not recommend or sanction any advertisement. Advertisers are expected to treat clients and the community ethically. Complaints from residents are given serious consideration.

A complete copy of the policy statement for advertising can be received by sending a SASE to: Jean Henke, 13143 Hadar Dr., Littleton, CO 80124.

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