Loveland, CO - MyTown Colorado2024-03-29T12:31:10Zhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/forum/categories/loveland-co/listForCategory?categoryId=2021996%3ACategory%3A27229&feed=yes&xn_auth=noColorado Native Plant Society Virtual Annual Meetingtag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2020-08-24:2021996:Topic:2080342020-08-24T23:59:35.631ZDenise Wilsonhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/DeniseWilson
<h3 style="text-align: center;"><strong>PEAKS TO PRAIRIES - PLANTS IN A LAND OF EXTREMES</strong></h3>
<p>The CoNPS 2020 Annual Conference will be held on-line as a virtual event.</p>
<p>Registration will start on August 1st and run through 5 pm, September 15th.</p>
<p>The Annual Conference registration fee (including the Friday night social) is $30 for members and $35 for non-members.</p>
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Friday, September 18: CoNPS Annual Meeting Welcome…</strong></span></h3>
<h3 style="text-align: center;"><strong>PEAKS TO PRAIRIES - PLANTS IN A LAND OF EXTREMES</strong></h3>
<p>The CoNPS 2020 Annual Conference will be held on-line as a virtual event.</p>
<p>Registration will start on August 1st and run through 5 pm, September 15th.</p>
<p>The Annual Conference registration fee (including the Friday night social) is $30 for members and $35 for non-members.</p>
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Friday, September 18: CoNPS Annual Meeting Welcome & Social<br/></strong></span></h3>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;"><strong>Friday Evening 6:30 - 9:00 pm: Virtual Social:</strong></p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">The Virtual Social will feature "Pikes Peak Recap" by Kelly Ambler, and a slide show of the CoNPS 8th Annual Photo Contest Winners by Bruce Tohill. There will also be a multi-member slide show, "CoNPS Members in the Field" by members who will share photographs of their research projects, best native plant photos, favorite hikes and other botany-related subjects. This is a way for us to come together and share memorable events from all around Colorado. Finally, a presentation, "Behind the Scenes at CoNPS" featuring photos and snippets from folks who help run this organization.</p>
<h3><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 19 & 20: 44th CoNPS Annual Conference:</span></strong></h3>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;"><strong>Saturday Morning Session: 9:00 am - 12:00 noon</strong></p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">8:30 - 9:00 am: Welcome & Join Webinar</p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">9:00 - 9:10 am: Introductions and Instructions</p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">9:10 - 9:55 am: Keynote Speaker, Heidi Steltzer<br/> "The richness of plants in the mountains benefits people"</p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">9:55 - 10:05 am: Break</p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">10:05 - 10:50 am "Colorado's circumboreal alpines and a little biogeography <br/> Links to Eurasia and South America and what's unique"<br/> Presentation by Mike Kintgen</p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">10:50 - 11:05 am: Break</p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">11:05 - 11:50 am "Colorado native plant availability in the Green Industry"<br/> Presentation by Jennifer Bousselot</p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">11:50 - 11:55 pm: Closing</p>
<p> <strong>Saturday Afternoon Session 1:30 pm - 3:50 pm</strong></p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">1:30 -1:40 pm: Announcements, Intros and instructions</p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">1:40 - 2:25 pm: "Thistle be fun: <br/> Untangling taxonomy and new species discoveries"<br/> Presentation by Jennifer Ackerfield </p>
<p> 2:25 - 2:40 pm: Break</p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">2:40 - 3:25 pm: "Light pollution affects invasive and native plant traits <br/> important to plant competition and herbivorous insects"<br/> Presentation by Shannon Murphy</p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">3:25 - 3: 30 pm: Closing</p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;"><strong>Sunday Afternoon Session 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm</strong></p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">1:00 - 1:10 pm: Getting Started</p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">1:10 - 1:55 pm: "Finns? Or Fins? No....Fens!"<br/> Presentation by Steve Yarbrough</p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">1:55 - 2:10 pm: Break</p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">2:10 - 2:55 pm: Wrap-up Speaker, Tim Seastedt<br/> "Climate change effects on herbaceous plant community<br/> composition in the Colorado Front Range: <br/> Changes in high elevation ecosystems"</p>
<p style="padding-left: 60px;">2:55 - 3:00 pm: Closing</p>
<p>Registrants will receive an email confirmation when registration closes with details on accessing all webinar events. <u>Detailed instructions and a how-to video</u> will be given prior to the events for registrants who are unfamiliar with on-line webinars.</p>
<p>In addition, recordings of select presentations may be available for viewing by registered participants for a limited time after the conference in case you either missed a presentation or wish to repeat it.</p>
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>The 9th Annual CoNPS Photo Contest</strong></span></h3>
<p>The CoNPS Photo Contest will also be a virtual event and will be <span style="text-decoration: underline;">open to all CoNPS members</span>. Contestants will enter their photos online through a portal on the CoNPS home page. Entries will be accepted from August 1 through August 31. $50 prizes will be given to the winner in each of five categories, Native Plant, Landscape, Artistic, Plants & Wildlife and Garden.</p>
<p>CoNPS members will vote September 1-15 through the same portal on the CoNPS homepage by voting for their favorite photograph in each of the five categories. The winners will be announced in a slide show at the Friday night Virtual Social on September 18th.</p>
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>The Great And Wonderful CoNPS Virtual Silent Auction</strong></span></h3>
<p>We will be holding our annual Silent Auction online too! The auction will also be <span style="text-decoration: underline;">open to all CoNPS members and conference registrants</span>. Volunteers will be collecting valuable auction items in July and August and they will be posted on our Auction Website. The auction will also be accessed from our CoNPS homepage.</p>
<p>The fabulous and miraculous items will be available for viewing from September 1 through September 12. Bidding will be begin at midnight on September 12 and continue until the conference ends at 3:30 pm on Sunday, September 20. We are auctioning small-sized (but priceless) items this year so your items will be shipped to you after the auction. We are requesting donations, and asking the donor to hang onto the item and donate their time and shipping cost and ship it to the winning bidder. Send picture(s), description and value to deniseclairewilson@gmail.com</p> NoCO Manufacturing Partnership Announces Initial Sponsors for 2018 NOCOM Trade Showtag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2018-02-03:2021996:Topic:1857902018-02-03T22:49:06.412ZBrad Shannonhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/BradShannon
<p><a href="http://www.nocomfg.com"></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1051754835?profile=original" target="_self"><img class="align-left" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1051754835?profile=original" style="padding: 4px;" width="315"></img></a> <a href="http://www.nocomfg.com">Loveland, CO - Northern Colorado Manufacturing Partnership (NoCO)</a> has announced two returning major sponsors for its NOCOM 2018 manufacturing trade show April 12, 2018: <a href="https://www.aerotek.com/">Aerotek</a> and <a href="https://www.eksh.com/">EKS&H</a>. The event showcases Northern…</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nocomfg.com"></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1051754835?profile=original" target="_self"><img src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1051754835?profile=original" width="315" class="align-left" style="padding: 4px;"/></a><a href="http://www.nocomfg.com">Loveland, CO - Northern Colorado Manufacturing Partnership (NoCO)</a> has announced two returning major sponsors for its NOCOM 2018 manufacturing trade show April 12, 2018: <a href="https://www.aerotek.com/">Aerotek</a> and <a href="https://www.eksh.com/">EKS&H</a>. The event showcases Northern Colorado’s expanding manufacturing sector, connecting suppliers, manufacturers, capital, and services.</p>
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<p>These two organizations join a team of sponsors that include the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, Xcel Energy, Flood & Peterson, and FirstBank. These sponsors all add to the manufacturing sector in Colorado and contribute to the development of the industry.</p>
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<p>“NOCOM has allowed us to partner with local businesses and organizations to strengthen our understanding of manufacturing in the Northern Colorado area and how it can positively impact our economy and community. It has helped us become a better resource for our clients and job seekers alike,” said Jared Reid, Account Manager at Aerotek, which has built an unrivaled culture over three decades of providing high-quality jobs and workers in many industries.</p>
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<p>EKS&H is a professional services firm that has been accountable to its clients’ vital interests and has been providing a place where their employees can do their best since 1978. Heather Karulf of EKS&H said, “At EKS&H, we believe manufacturing is a foundational component of the Colorado and U.S. economies. Manufacturing provides important opportunities both directly and indirectly to many individuals throughout the community, and as a result, we feel a responsibility to help businesses in this industry succeed and grow.”</p>
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<p>We have found the NOCO Manufacturing Partnership and NOMCOM to be an exceptional outlet to both connect with and learn from some of the leading businesses in northern Colorado. Organizations and events like this are strongly aligned with our EKS&H values of collaboration, community, and commitment to clients. Sponsoring the NOCOM event is a good business decision for EKS&H because it provides awareness, educational, and networking opportunities for us, and our clients and prospects. We are enthusiastic about joining forces with this important industry advocate and are privileged to be associated with its members.”</p>
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<p><strong>About the 4<sup>th</sup> Annual NOCOM Trade Show</strong></p>
<p>NOCOM 2018 takes place Thursday, April 12<sup>th</sup>, 2018, The Ranch Events Complex, Loveland, CO</p>
<p>For more information or to register, visit <a href="http://www.nocomfg.com">www.nocomfg.com</a><span>.</span></p>
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<p>“The NOCOM Trade Show is an excellent opportunity for Colorado Manufacturers to showcase their products and tell potential suppliers, clients and partners about their unique businesses,” said Tony Wampler, Co-Chair of NOCOM 2018.</p>
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<p><strong>Date:</strong> Thursday, April 12<sup>th</sup>, 2018</p>
<p><strong>Time: </strong> 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.</p>
<p> Kick-off Breakfast at 7:30am at the Budweiser Events Center (separate ticket required)</p>
<p> B2B Networking Reception 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.</p>
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<p>This year’s NOCOM Trade Show features more than 100 exhibitors, a speaker hall featuring several manufacturing industry leaders, manufacturing forums, and a B2B reception. Topics discussed will include: Get the best bang for the buck with healthcare; Navigate programs and grants targeted to grow Colorado manufacturing businesses; Learn insiders' secrets on the latest and greatest technology advances should be part of your strategy for this year . . . and beyond; and Navigate challenges that manufacturers face.</p>
<p>For more information and to register for this event, visit <a href="http://www.nocomfg.com">www.nocomfg.com</a>. For more information on sponsorships and to become a corporate sponsor, contact Heidi Hostetter, NOCOM 2018 Chair, at 303-517-6541or <a href="mailto:hhostetter@faustson.com">hhostetter@faustson.com</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>About Aerotek</strong></p>
<p>Aerotek is a global leader in staffing and recruiting, winning the “Best of Staffing” award at Inavero’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Awards. At Aerotek, their people are everything. For those looking for the next step in their careers and for companies looking for great people, Aerotek helps both by bringing them together so both sides can prosper and grow. Learn more about Aerotek on their <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Aerotek">Facebook Page</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/aerotek">Twitter account</a>, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/aerotek/">LinkedIn profile</a>.</p>
<p><strong>About EKS&H</strong></p>
<p>EKS&H LLLP (EKS&H) is a nationally recognized professional services firm providing audit, tax, technology, and business consulting services to public and private clients. Our commitment to client service has resulted in sustained growth since we began in 1978. Working collaboratively, we know the best measure of our success is the success of our clients. Learn more at eksh.com, or on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JoinEKSH/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/EKSHLLLP">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/eks&h">LinkedIn</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>About</strong> <strong>Northern Colorado Manufacturing Partnership</strong></p>
<p>The NoCo Manufacturing Partnership was formed in 2013 as a result of Governor Hickenlooper’s state Economic Development plan called the Colorado Blue Print. The Blue Print identified 11 key sectors of the economy in Colorado by region. Northern Colorado’s two main sectors identified were Health and Wellness and Advanced Manufacturing. Regions within the state were encouraged to form sector partnerships to provide more localized grass roots support to augment state efforts in each sector. These would be industry specific, led by business, in partnership with economic development, education and workforce development. A collaboration arose as part of the Blue Print process involving people from each of these affiliations and the NoCo Manufacturing Partnership was born. It continues to be an all-volunteer, business led, FREE membership organization designed to support Northern Colorado manufacturers. It is served by a Board of Directors, representing each affiliation from private business to local government, as well as two active committees: Networking and Manufacturing Talent/Rocks! Find us on the <a href="http://www.nocomfg.com">web</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NOCOMFG/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/mfgpartnership">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/northern-colorado-manufacturing-partnership/">LinkedIn</a>.</p> NoCo Hemp Expo is Center of the Hemp Universe this Weekendtag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2017-03-28:2021996:Topic:1796902017-03-28T22:00:35.669ZBrad Shannonhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/BradShannon
<p dir="ltr"><em><strong>Cutting-edge research, creative applications, and state-of-the-art production all come together March 31 and April 1 at the largest hemp-centric event in the country</strong></em></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Loveland, CO – This Friday and Saturday</span> <a href="http://nocohempexpo.com/"><span>NoCo Hemp Expo</span></a><span>, the largest hemp-centric event in the U.S., brings together speakers, exhibitors, and an audience from around the globe to learn…</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><em><strong>Cutting-edge research, creative applications, and state-of-the-art production all come together March 31 and April 1 at the largest hemp-centric event in the country</strong></em></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Loveland, CO – This Friday and Saturday</span> <a href="http://nocohempexpo.com/"><span>NoCo Hemp Expo</span></a><span>, the largest hemp-centric event in the U.S., brings together speakers, exhibitors, and an audience from around the globe to learn about the latest research, production advances and applications in the industrial hemp industry. The event, with B2B industry focus Friday, March 31 and consumer focus on Saturday, April 1, is at The Ranch Events Complex, off I-25 in Loveland, Colorado.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>"There’s no place on the planet for those interested in the hemp industry where they can go to learn more and to get connected,” said NoCo Hemp Expo Founder</span> <a href="http://nocohempexpo.com/speakers/morris-beegle/"><span>Morris Beegle</span></a><span>. “From policy makers and legislators, to big cultivators and processors, to the most creative product manufacturers, to the leaders in research, you’ll find them under one roof in Loveland this week.”</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Just last week, Beegle noted, sponsor and presenter</span> <a href="http://botanicalgenetics.com/"><span>Botanical Genetics</span></a><span>, announced new industrial hemp plants with zero tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the principal psychoactive constituent in cannabis. “Heavy-handed federal regulations have focused undue attention – some say paranoia – on trace amounts of THC in hemp,” said Beegle. “This important breakthrough is the latest step in taking away this misguided concern and relieving the handicap that has prevented the U.S. hemp industry from reaching its full potential as an economic engine, job creator, and global leader.”</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Choose from a variety of demonstrations, presentations and panels, including keynotes by John Roulac, founder and CEO of hemp superfood producer</span> <a href="http://nutiva.com/"><span>Nutiva</span></a><span>; Shaun Crew, founder and president of</span> <a href="http://www.hempoilcan.com/"><span>Hemp Oil Canada</span></a><span>; hemp farmer, author, and evangelist</span> <a href="http://dougfine.com/"><span>Doug Fine</span></a><span>;</span> <a href="http://nocohempexpo.com/speakers/jason-freeman/"><span>Jason Freeman</span></a><span>, organic and fair supply chain specialist; Bob Hoban, managing partner of the</span> <a href="https://hoban.law/"><span>Hoban Law Group</span></a><span>; and former CIA Director</span> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/R._James_Woolsey_Jr."><span>James Woolsey</span></a><span>, keynote speaker of the sold out Hemp Summit taking place on Friday.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Products and services on display made from or incorporating hemp include clothing and apparel; foods; body care; botanical extracts; nutraceuticals; bio-plastics; building materials; paper, and more.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Hemp machinery, processing, and service providers attending include those involved with decortication; extraction; planting and harvesting; seed dehulling and oil pressing; irrigation; soil nutrient management; lab testing; genetics; seeds; legal services; distribution; greenhouses; farm consulting; and nano technologies.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>NoCo Hemp Expo 4 is presented by</span> <a href="http://cbdrx.com/"><span>CBDRx</span></a> <span>who are launching their new consumer brand, Functional Remedies. The Let's Talk Hemp Stage is presented by</span> <a href="http://www.hemproadtrip.com/"><span>The Hemp Road Trip</span></a><span>. Friday’s Hemp Summit Room is presented by Cannopy Corporation. Saturday’s Hemp Summit Room is presented by</span> <a href="https://www.theihrfoundation.com/"><span>Industrial Hemp Research Foundation</span></a><span>, this year's non-profit beneficiary. And The Pathway to Freedom Party is presented by</span> <a href="http://botanicalgenetics.com/"><span>Botanical Genetics</span></a><span>.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>For tickets to the Expo and access to the full range of programming during Friday’s Industry Day and Saturday’s public events, visit</span> <a href="http://nocohempexpo.com/ticket-sales/"><span>http://nocohempexpo.com/ticket-sales/</span></a><span>.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>About NoCo Hemp Expo 4, Colorado Hemp Company and TreeFreeHemp</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>WAFBA LLC (We Are For Better Alternatives) is home to the NoCo Hemp Expo,</span> <a href="http://treefreehemp.com/"><span>TreeFreeHemp</span></a> <span>and</span> <a href="https://coloradohempcompany.com/"><span>Colorado Hemp Company</span></a><span>, located in Loveland, Colorado and operating since 2012. Areas of focus include product and brand development, marketing, printing, production, events and advocacy. Learn more at</span> <a href="http://nocohempexpo.com/"><span>NocoHempExpo.com</span></a><span>, and find us on</span> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ColoradoHemp"><span>Facebook</span></a> <span>and</span> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoHempCo"><span>Twitter</span></a><span>.</span></p>
<p><span> </span></p> 25th Annual Colorado Governor’s Art Show & Sale Announces Show Honorstag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2016-06-17:2021996:Topic:1750572016-06-17T22:32:13.548ZBrad Shannonhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/BradShannon
<p align="center"><b><i>Best of Show “In the Wings” is a collaborative piece by DeDecker and Kinkade</i></b></p>
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<p>Loveland, CO – The <a href="http://www.governorsartshow.org/">Colorado Governor’s Art Show</a> & Sale is pleased to announce the most outstanding works from this year’s show, including Best of Show, a special Award of Merit from show sponsor Western Art Collector magazine, and 10 other Awards of Merit. The work named Best In Show this year is…</p>
<p align="center"><b><i>Best of Show “In the Wings” is a collaborative piece by DeDecker and Kinkade</i></b></p>
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<p>Loveland, CO – The <a href="http://www.governorsartshow.org/">Colorado Governor’s Art Show</a> & Sale is pleased to announce the most outstanding works from this year’s show, including Best of Show, a special Award of Merit from show sponsor Western Art Collector magazine, and 10 other Awards of Merit. The work named Best In Show this year is <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GovsArtShowandSale/photos/a.282120375204982.67561.280023668747986/1008699632547049/?type=3&theater">“In the Wings,” a sculpture that was a collaborative effort between Jane DeDecker and Alyson Kinkade</a>.</p>
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<p>“The judges’ selection this year for our Best in Show award was unanimous,” reported John Kinkade, board member for the Show. “It was a surprise to have a sculpture win given that, for the last 24 years, all prior Best in Show honors have gone to painters.”</p>
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<p>Jane DeDecker and Alyson Kinkade said of the award, “We are thrilled that ‘In the Wings’ won Best of Show this year. We feel the Arts are about connections, so it is exciting to us for a collaboration that celebrates sculpture and painting to have won because the Governor’s Art Show embraces both mediums and unites the community in an appreciation of Colorado’s great art so well.</p>
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<p>“We set out to create a piece that embodies the synergy of collaboration; much like dance itself – the individual contributes their own part to the larger composition. The act of collaborating sets ego aside to utilize the greatest aspect of each to see the best resolution of the end product. The work is a departure for each but derivative of past works and, like all art; it is an extension of our entire history.</p>
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<p>“What really sets this composition apart are the dualities throughout the piece; through color and the materials used, our method of creating, how the figures are both together and apart; the tension from these dualities draw the viewer in. It is radiant and explosive.”</p>
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<p>The <a href="https://www.westernartcollector.com/">Western Art Collector’s</a> Award of Merit was given to <a href="http://governorsartshow.org/gallery-art/solano/">“The Nightmare,” by Nathan Solano.</a></p>
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<p>The show also presented Awards of Merit to:</p>
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<li><a href="http://governorsartshow.org/gallery-art/baum/">Michael Baum, “Rising Storm”</a></li>
<li><a href="http://governorsartshow.org/gallery-art/manyik/">Jeremy Manyik, “Standing Ground”</a></li>
<li><a href="http://governorsartshow.org/gallery-art/hamilton/">Don Hamilton, “Moonlight Serenade”</a></li>
<li><a href="http://governorsartshow.org/gallery-art/bailey/">Mark Bailey, “Mercado Impression”</a></li>
<li><a href="http://governorsartshow.org/gallery-art/lancashire/">Scot Lancashire, “The Rez”</a></li>
<li><a href="http://governorsartshow.org/gallery-art/storm/">Karen Storm, “Winter in the Valley”</a></li>
<li><a href="http://governorsartshow.org/gallery-art/witt/">Lora Witt, “With the Sun Shining Through”</a></li>
<li><a href="http://governorsartshow.org/gallery-art/lockhart/">Tom Lockhart, “In for the Night”</a></li>
<li><a href="http://governorsartshow.org/gallery-art/thompson/">Mark Thompson, “Tulips with Robin’s Egg”</a></li>
<li><a href="http://governorsartshow.org/gallery-art/york/">Sherrie York, “Dinner Party”</a></li>
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<p>York commented, “I feel so fortunate to have been selected for this year’s exhibition, and to help celebrate the show’s 25-year commitment to Colorado art and artists. And of course the opportunity to share my work and talk about my process with such an engaging and supportive audience is always a joy.”</p>
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<p>The 2016 Colorado Governor’s Art Show & Sale, presented by the Thompson Valley and Loveland Rotary Clubs, celebrates 25 years of supporting Colorado artists and fundraising for local and international charities.</p>
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<p><b>Beneficiaries of Art Sales</b></p>
<p>Funds raised through the sale of art at the Show are given to a wide variety of causes and groups, both locally and internationally, and for art scholarships for local students and Rotary Youth Leadership Camp scholarships. Local charities that received funds in the last year include Loveland CreatorSpace, House of Neighborly Service, Food Bank for Larimer County, The Growing Project, Trailblazer Foundation, Loveland Youth Gardeners, and Live-Laugh-Love-Believe, Inc. International funding has been provided for shelter boxes for Haiti, medical supplies for those in need around the world, clean water projects in Nicaragua and Burma, shoes for children in Thailand, and Rotary International’s “Stamp Out Polio” project.</p>
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<p><b>Further Information</b></p>
<p>For a complete list of artists in the 2016 Colorado Governor’s Art Show & Sale, including images of all the works for sale in this year’s show, to find more information on the Show’s slate of events, and to purchase tickets, please visit <a href="http://www.governorsartshow.org/">www.governorsartshow.org</a>, call 970-670-0335 or email <a href="mailto:director@governorsartshow.org">director@governorsartshow.org</a>. Learn more <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GovsArtShowandSale">at the event’s Facebook page</a>.</p> April 8 Opening of re-Fine-d Pop-Up Gallery on Fourth Street Kicks Off 25th Annual Colorado Governor’s Art Show & Sale Silver Anniversary Festivitiestag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2016-04-15:2021996:Topic:1730572016-04-15T00:18:21.095ZBrad Shannonhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/BradShannon
<p align="center"><b><i>Full slate of April & May events celebrates Show’s 25<sup>th</sup> anniversary</i></b></p>
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<p>Loveland, CO – The <a href="http://www.governorsartshow.org/">Colorado Governor’s Art Show</a> & Sale is pleased to announce a full slate of events to celebrate 25 years of <a href="http://governorsartshow.org/2016-selected-artists/">“Introducing Colorado to its Artistic Talent.”</a> Events include <a href="http://governorsartshow.org/re-fine-d-gallery/">the…</a></p>
<p align="center"><b><i>Full slate of April & May events celebrates Show’s 25<sup>th</sup> anniversary</i></b></p>
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<p>Loveland, CO – The <a href="http://www.governorsartshow.org/">Colorado Governor’s Art Show</a> & Sale is pleased to announce a full slate of events to celebrate 25 years of <a href="http://governorsartshow.org/2016-selected-artists/">“Introducing Colorado to its Artistic Talent.”</a> Events include <a href="http://governorsartshow.org/re-fine-d-gallery/">the opening of the new re-Fine-d Gallery,</a> a pop-up specializing in secondary market art, at 225 East Fourth Street on Friday, April 8, during Downtown Loveland’s Night on the Town; the introduction of the show’s Legacy Artists program; a variety of artist demonstrations and special events during the run of the show; the <a href="http://governorsartshow.org/plein-air-event/">May 7 Plein Air Festival</a>; the Show’s Silver Anniversary Gala April 23; the annual raffle of selected works; and the Show’s 25<sup>th</sup> Anniversary Exhibit at the Loveland Museum/Gallery April 24-May 29.</p>
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<p>Here’s the <a href="http://governorsartshow.org/2016-calendar/">full calendar of events</a> that are part of the show’s silver anniversary celebration:</p>
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<li>April 8 – May 29: The <a href="http://governorsartshow.org/re-fine-d-gallery/">re-Fine-d Gallery</a> pops up<ul>
<li>Sale specializing in secondary market art – 225 E 4<sup>th</sup> Street, Loveland</li>
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<li>April 23: Show Grand Opening and Silver Anniversary Gala Celebration</li>
<li>April 24 – May 29: 25<sup>th</sup> Colorado Governor’s Art Show & Sale exhibit at <a href="http://www.lovelandmuseumgallery.org/">Loveland Museum/Gallery</a></li>
<li>April 30: Artist demonstrations - Alyson Kinkade & Martin Lambuth at Studio Vino<ul>
<li> Artisan sales: Russell & Deborah Shamah, Loveland Museum/Gallery</li>
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<li>May 7: Plein Air Festival, Downtown Loveland, up to 50 artists paint throughout the downtown area and special offers from local merchants<ul>
<li>Artist demonstrations: Gary Hixon & Sandi Nelson at Loveland Museum/Gallery</li>
<li>Artisan sales: Carolyn Barlock at re-Fine-d Gallery</li>
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<li>May 13: Night on the Town, Free admission to Loveland Museum/Gallery</li>
<li>May 14: Artist demonstrations: Sabrina Stiles & Rodgers Naylor at <a href="http://www.columbinegallery.com/">Columbine Gallery</a><ul>
<li>Artisan sales: Toby Baker & Rodney Barnes, Loveland Museum/Gallery</li>
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<li>May 19: Free admission to Loveland Museum/Gallery</li>
<li>May 21: Artist demonstrations – Sherrie York, Sylvia Eichmann, Amy Vilpando, and Audrey Mantooth at <a href="http://www.artworksloveland.org/">ArtWorks Loveland</a><ul>
<li>Artisan sales, Christina Hellyers & Kathi Doughtery, Loveland Museum/Gallery</li>
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<li>May 28: Artist demonstrations - John Lintott & Scott Ruthven at Loveland Museum/Gallery<ul>
<li>Artisan sales: Lisa Coalwell & Marilyn Bohanan, Loveland Museum/Gallery</li>
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<p>The 2016 Colorado Governor’s Art Show & Sale, presented by the Thompson Valley and the Loveland Rotary Clubs, celebrates 25 years of supporting Colorado artists and fundraising for local and international charities. This year the show debuts a program honoring legacy artists who have participated in past years of the Colorado Governor’s Art Show & Sale and have works in the <a href="http://www.ci.loveland.co.us/index.aspx?page=119">City of Loveland’s Art in Public Places collection</a>, <a href="http://www.quangho.com/Home.html">Quang Ho</a> and Kim English will have work displayed and available for sale at this year’s show, along with a display from the estate of sculptor Fritz White.</p>
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<p>All art in this year’s show will be available for purchase beginning the evening of the Gala and during the run of the show. Purchase of Gala tickets includes an invitation to view the Show during a special VIP preview event April 22 at the Loveland Museum/Gallery. <a href="http://governorsartshow.org/purchase-tickets/">Gala tickets are available online</a> and at the re-FINE-d Gallery, 225 E 4<sup>th</sup> Street, Loveland.</p>
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<p><b>Beneficiaries of Art Sales</b></p>
<p>Funds raised through the sale of art at the Show are given to a wide variety of causes and groups, both locally and internationally, and for art scholarships for local students and Rotary Youth Leadership Camp scholarships. Local charities that received funds in the last year include Loveland Creatorspace, House of Neighborly Service, Food Bank for Larimer County, The Growing Project, Trailblazer Foundation, Loveland Youth Gardeners, and Live-Laugh-Love-Believe, Inc. International funding has been provided for shelter boxes for Haiti, medical supplies for those in need around the world, clean water projects in Nicaragua and Burma, shoes for children in Thailand, and Rotary International’s “Stamp Out Polio” project.</p>
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<p><b>Further Information</b></p>
<p>For a complete list of artists in the 2016 Colorado Governor’s Art Show & Sale, including images of all the works for sale in this year’s show, to find more information on the Show’s slate of events, and to purchase tickets, please visit <a href="http://www.governorsartshow.org/">www.governorsartshow.org</a>, call 970-670-0335 or email <a href="mailto:director@governorsartshow.org">director@governorsartshow.org</a>. Learn more <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GovsArtShowandSale">at the event’s Facebook page</a>.</p> Organo-Lawn Introduces New & Improved 100% Organic One Earth Weed Control and Fertilizertag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2015-04-09:2021996:Topic:1647862015-04-09T22:47:08.847ZLisa Bellhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/LisaBell
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<p align="center">Highly Effective Lawn Care System for the Eco-Conscious Consumer<br/><br/></p>
<p>In celebration of Earth Month, Organo-Lawn is proud to re-introduce One Earth Weed Control and Fertilizer, a 100% organic post-emergent weed control and fertilizer application that will kill most broadleaf weeds within 48 hours. This exclusive new-and-improved formulation was created by and available in Colorado exclusively through Organo-Lawn. The revolutionary product is currently in the works of being licensed by Organo-Lawn to other organic lawn care companies across the country.</p>
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<p> “We first introduced One Earth five years ago and it took three years of tweaking the formula to get it completely dialed in,” said Brad Wolfe, founder and CEO of Organo-Lawn. “One Earth Weed Control and Fertilizer is 100% organic and kills weeds in a lawn after they have germinated, and won’t damage the grass. Anybody that deals with organic products knows how hard it is to kill weeds but not damage the grass. We can do it and it happens fast.”</p>
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<p>The product is a mix of ingredients that are all food grade. The main ingredients include clove oil, a special form of iron and an organic fertilizer similar to a Compost Tea. One Earth Weed Control is considered edible and is non-toxic to pets, people, and the planet. Within 48 hours of an application the weeds will turn black and die. One Earth Weed Control works exceptionally well on Colorado’s prodigious dandelions. </p>
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<p>“Here at the Humane Society of Boulder Valley, we use Organo-Lawn’s One Earth Weed Control product because it’s effective and most importantly, it’s non-toxic to pets, dogs, cats, and people!” said Rick Bettger, Facilities Manager.</p>
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<p>One Earth Weed Control is incredibly effective in controlling dandelions, thistle and plantain and should be applied early in the spring growing season for best results. The company sees control rates up to 90%+ when lawns are treated in late April or May. The new application is available exclusively through Boulder based Organo-Lawn. For more information visit <a href="http://www.organolawn.com">www.organolawn.com</a> or call 303-499-2000.</p>
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<p><b><u>About Organo-Lawn</u></b></p>
<p>Boulder-based Organo-Lawn was founded in 1997 by Brad Wolfe whose goal was to create an alternative to conventional, chemical-based lawn care companies by using products that are both environmentally and people friendly. Organo-Lawn’s proprietary lawn-care products include the 100% organic pre-emergent weed control called Synergy and 100% organic fertilizer called Pax Terra Plus (fertilizer) which are specifically designed to work with Colorado’s soil conditions. The company provides both 100% organic lawn care programs as well as combination packages such as their “Smarter Weed Control” program which allows the homeowner to spot treat voracious weeds with a limited exposure to synthetic pesticides. Organo-Lawn services the following communities: Arvada, Berthoud, Boulder, Broomfield, Erie, Firestone, Fort Collins, Frederick, Golden, Lafayette, Laporte, Longmont, Louisville, Loveland, Lyons, Mead, Niwot, Superior, Wellington, Westminster, and Windsor. Organo-Lawn’s green commitment extends past the lawn service: Sixteen Organo-Lawn service trucks are fueled with B100 biodiesel; the office and shop are powered by 100% wind or solar energy; all service technicians are outfitted with 100% organic cotton shirts; and every year Organo-Lawn plants at least four new trees at their office to reduce their overall carbon footprint. </p> TEDxFrontRange Embraces DIY May 22tag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2014-05-13:2021996:Topic:1570502014-05-13T23:20:48.491ZBrad Shannonhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/BradShannon
<p dir="ltr"><a href="http://api.ning.com:80/files/1zruj0PgXfg-DyqKCTDXKu3W3oGuwDuzgvgHTd3vhdqkqWJuu-w2WZEWhfzNOHTE0QFwP*-W67cKvQLT1XhRjctjNirv*MPb/TedXFrontRange.jpg" target="_self"><img class="align-left" src="http://api.ning.com:80/files/1zruj0PgXfg-DyqKCTDXKu3W3oGuwDuzgvgHTd3vhdqkqWJuu-w2WZEWhfzNOHTE0QFwP*-W67cKvQLT1XhRjctjNirv*MPb/TedXFrontRange.jpg?width=375" width="375"></img></a> <em><strong>Event’s third year features 18 doers to teach and inspire at Loveland’s Rialto Theater</strong></em></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Loveland, CO –</span> <span>About TEDxFrontRange</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>TEDxFrontRange is supported by FrontRange…</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><a href="http://api.ning.com:80/files/1zruj0PgXfg-DyqKCTDXKu3W3oGuwDuzgvgHTd3vhdqkqWJuu-w2WZEWhfzNOHTE0QFwP*-W67cKvQLT1XhRjctjNirv*MPb/TedXFrontRange.jpg" target="_self"><img width="375" src="http://api.ning.com:80/files/1zruj0PgXfg-DyqKCTDXKu3W3oGuwDuzgvgHTd3vhdqkqWJuu-w2WZEWhfzNOHTE0QFwP*-W67cKvQLT1XhRjctjNirv*MPb/TedXFrontRange.jpg?width=375" width="375" class="align-left"/></a><em><strong>Event’s third year features 18 doers to teach and inspire at Loveland’s Rialto Theater</strong></em></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Loveland, CO –</span> <span>About TEDxFrontRange</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>TEDxFrontRange is supported by FrontRange Initiatives (a Colorado nonprofit corporation) Our plan is to put the world spotlight on the creative potential of Loveland and the Front Range of Colorado. We seek to do so by engaging our audience with an intriguing collection of presenters, performers and TED Talks as we explore the promises, the challenges and the potential of the dynamic</span><a href="http://www.tedxfrontrange.com"><span>TEDxFrontRange</span></a> <span>returns to Loveland for the third year, featuring 18 local and national speakers and performance artists. The theme of this year’s event is “DIY – Doers, Influencers and You,” and talks will focus on those who are working to impact the world by doing, showing telling and inspiring. TEDxFrontRange 2014 will take place Thursday, May 22 from 1:00 to 5:30 p.m. at the historic</span> <a href="http://www.ci.loveland.co.us/index.aspx?page=118"><span>Rialto Theatre Center</span></a><span>, 228 E. Fourth Street, Loveland Colorado. Tickets (general and VIP) are now available at</span> <a href="http://www.tedxfrontrange.com"><span>www.TEDxFrontRange.com</span></a><span>.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Notable speakers at this year’s event include Michael Holthouse of Houston, Texas. Holthouse’s Prepared 4 Life, which helps prepare kids for life through fun experiential programs focused on life skills, character development and entrepreneurship training. P4L created National Lemonade Day in 2007, which teaches youth how to start, own and operate their own business using a lemonade stand. This year’s National Lemonade Day is May 4, 2014. Last year’s program served 200,000 youth in 35 cities across North America, up from 2,700 in 2007.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Other speakers appearing include Kai Staats, formerly a northern Colorado technology entrepreneur, who recently premiered his film, “LIGO – A passion for understanding.” He’s currently studying at the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences, Cosmology Research Group in Cape Town, South Africa. Also on the bill is 13-yr-old environmental activist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez, a co-founder of youth-led Earth Guardians, which is represented on five continents. Aaron Makuruk is the co-founder of Open Tech Collaborative, which creates innovative tools and technology, and makes it available worldwide for free. OTC’s latest project is Open Source Beehives, which is working to remedy threats to bee populations worldwide.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>“DIY – Doers, Influencers and You” is all about how It’s a DIY world. The TEDxFrontRange stage, will assemble presenters and performers who Do by Doing, Showing, Inspiring and Telling. An eclectic gathering of leaders, innovators, authors, artists, performers, and film makers will give brief presentations from five to eighteen minutes long that will inspire, amuse, and uplift the audience.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>It’s a DIY world.</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>Knowledge is free, and freely available.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>No longer is the adage, “Those who can’t DO, TEACH!” considered to be conventional wisdom. We not only need doers; we need those influencers who can inspire us to do more and do better! Most important, though, what does this mean to YOU?</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>While it is a DIY world, that doesn’t necessarily mean you have to DIABY (do it ALL by yourself).</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>From the TEDxFrontRange stage, we’ll assemble presenters and performers who can:</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span> Do by Doing</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span> Do by Showing</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span> Do by Telling</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span> Do by Inspiring</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Grow, learn and experience what DIY means for You. It’s a whole new world!</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>A post-event VIP reception offers VIP ticketholders the opportunity to mingle or dine with the speakers and discuss their work and presentation topics.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>For more information about TEDxFrontRange, including other confirmed speakers and to purchase tickets, go to:</span> <a href="http://www.tedxfrontrange.com"><span>www.tedxfrontrange.com</span></a> <span>or</span> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TEDxFrontRange"><span>www.facebook.com/TEDxFrontRange</span></a><span>.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>combination of creative potential. We have started the conversation and plan to keep it growing for years to come.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><em><strong>About TEDx, x = independently organized event</strong></em></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized. (Subject to certain rules and regulations).</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><em><strong>About TED</strong></em></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>TED is a nonprofit organization devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading. Started as a four-day conference in California 26 years ago, TED has grown to support those world-changing ideas with multiple initiatives. At TED, the world's leading thinkers and doers are asked to give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes. Talks are then made available, free, at TED.com. TED speakers have included Bill Gates, Jane Goodall, Elizabeth Gilbert, Sir Richard Branson, Benoit Mandelbrot, Philippe Starck, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Isabel Allende and former UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown. Two major TED events are held each year: The TED Conference takes place every spring in Long Beach, California (along with a parallel conference, TEDActive, in Palm Springs), and TEDGlobal is held each summer in Edinburgh, Scotland.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>TED’s media initiatives include TED.com, where new TEDTalks are posted daily; the new TED Conversations, enabling broad conversations among TED fans; and the Open Translation Project, which provides subtitles and interactive transcripts as well as the ability for any TEDTalk to be translated by volunteers worldwide.</span></p>
<p><span id="docs-internal-guid-142266fb-f7e0-856d-304c-6402598039cb"><br/><span>TED has established the annual TED Prize, where exceptional individuals with a wish to change the world are given the opportunity to put their wishes into action; TEDx, which offers individuals or groups a way to host local, self-organized events around the world; and the TED Fellows program, helping world-changing innovators from around the globe to become part of the TED community and, with its help, amplify the impact of their remarkable projects and activities. For information about TED's upcoming conferences, visit</span> <a href="http://www.ted.com/registration"><span>http://www.ted.com/registration</span></a><span>. Follow TED on Twitter at</span> <a href="http://twitter.com/TEDTalks"><span>http://twitter.com/TEDTalks</span></a><span>, or on Facebook at</span> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TED"><span>http://www.facebook.com/TED</span></a><span>.</span></span></p> Introducing “Your TEDxFrontRange”tag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2014-05-07:2021996:Topic:1568002014-05-07T20:05:58.068ZBrad Shannonhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/BradShannon
<p align="center"><b><i><a href="http://api.ning.com:80/files/*tHd*uipNJDS4m-l6CxXK8EFr109C14Y4iinIfivndAjMAef7ENmh-WN-S21J5j5-krML0ZCR2oJ-Ugc*PPc3z5-K6fhOfyJ/TedXFrontRange.jpg" target="_self"><img class="align-left" src="http://api.ning.com:80/files/*tHd*uipNJDS4m-l6CxXK8EFr109C14Y4iinIfivndAjMAef7ENmh-WN-S21J5j5-krML0ZCR2oJ-Ugc*PPc3z5-K6fhOfyJ/TedXFrontRange.jpg?width=500" width="500"></img></a> Here’s your chance to share your TEDx-style talk with us!</i></b></p>
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<p class="Default"><b>Loveland, CO–</b> <a href="http://www.tedxfrontrange.com/"><b>TEDxFrontRange</b></a>, for its third year at Loveland’s Rialto Theater Center, introduces “Your TEDxFrontRange” – an opportunity for anyone to share their TEDx-style message with the world. Upload a video of yourself giving a TEDx-style talk or presentation. We will review all uploaded videos and post them on our website. From the videos submitted by May 16<sup>th</sup>, one video may be selected and shown at the upcoming TEDxFrontRange event on May 22, 2014.</p>
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<p class="Default">You may choose most any topic, with just a few exceptions: no commercials, no pseudoscience, no religion, and no politics – not because these topics aren’t interesting, they just have no place in TEDx.</p>
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<p class="Default">Make a video to tell the world about your flying office chair concept, what you did to merit a bronze statue of yourself in the town square, or how you became a successful emu farmer. We're listening. It doesn’t have to be a professional production. Use your laptop, smartphone, or hand-held video camera if you'd like.</p>
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<p class="Default">When you’re done, simply <a href="http://www.tedxfrontrange.com/your-tedx-video-link">submit a link or upload your video</a> on our website. We’ll review it, post the best ones to our website and YouTube channel, and pick the best one to share at our event May 22.</p>
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<p class="Default">Be interesting. Be inspirational. Be informative. Be YOURSELF! This is <b>YOUR TEDxFrontRange</b>!</p>
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<p>For more information about TEDxFrontRange, including confirmed speakers or to buy tickets, go to: <a href="http://www.tedxfrontrange.com/">www.tedxfrontrange.com</a> or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TEDxFrontRange">www.facebook.com/TEDxFrontRange</a>.</p>
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<p><b>About TEDxFrontRange</b></p>
<p>TEDxFrontRange is supported by FrontRange Initiatives (a Colorado non-profit corporation). Our hope is to put the world spotlight on the creative potential of Loveland and the Front Range of Colorado. We seek to do so by engaging our audience with an intriguing collection of presenters, performers and TED Talks as we explore the promises, the challenges and the potential of the dynamic combination of creative potential. We’ve started the conversation and plan to keep it growing for years to come.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><b>About TEDx, x = independently organized event</b></p>
<p>In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized. (Subject to certain rules and regulations).</p>
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<p><b>About TED</b></p>
<p>TED is a nonprofit organization devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading. Started as a four-day conference in California 26 years ago, TED has grown to support those world-changing ideas with multiple initiatives. At TED, the world's leading thinkers and doers are asked to give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes. Talks are then made available, free, at TED.com. TED speakers have included Bill Gates, Jane Goodall, Elizabeth Gilbert, Sir Richard Branson, Benoit Mandelbrot, Philippe Starck, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Isabel Allende and former UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown. Two major TED events are held each year: The TED Conference takes place every spring in Long Beach, California (along with a parallel conference, TEDActive, in Palm Springs), and TEDGlobal is held each summer in Edinburgh, Scotland.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>TED’s media initiatives include TED.com, where new TEDTalks are posted daily; the new TED Conversations, enabling broad conversations among TED fans; and the Open Translation Project, which provides subtitles and interactive transcripts as well as the ability for any TEDTalk to be translated by volunteers worldwide.</p>
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<p>TED has established the annual TED Prize, where exceptional individuals with a wish to change the world are given the opportunity to put their wishes into action; TEDx, which offers individuals or groups a way to host local, self-organized events around the world; and the TED Fellows program, helping world-changing innovators from around the globe to become part of the TED community and, with its help, amplify the impact of their remarkable projects and activities. For information about TED's upcoming conferences, visit <a href="http://www.ted.com/registration">http://www.ted.com/registration</a>. Follow TED on Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/TEDTalks">http://twitter.com/TEDTalks</a>, or on Facebook at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TED">http://www.facebook.com/TED</a>.</p> iPoint Presents “Flowers for Towers” Computer Recycling Event April 22-25, 2014tag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2014-04-12:2021996:Topic:1565792014-04-12T23:55:48.759ZBrad Shannonhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/BradShannon
<p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><em><strong><a href="http://api.ning.com:80/files/zbcSW1D04as8TpxAPGRra*p207ecPIzHlAc1bRFBeMiA70yJEpIpLCglmeIF4pOaI9hETTHgeItfZFZVBM8*pAQhiHJhl4BK/iPointTech.jpg" target="_self"><img class="align-left" height="212" src="http://api.ning.com:80/files/zbcSW1D04as8TpxAPGRra*p207ecPIzHlAc1bRFBeMiA70yJEpIpLCglmeIF4pOaI9hETTHgeItfZFZVBM8*pAQhiHJhl4BK/iPointTech.jpg" width="252"></img></a> Celebrate Earth Day with iPoint, Tyler Systems, and Fort Collins Nursery</strong></em></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Fort Collins, Colorado –</span> <a href="http://ipoint-tech.com/"><span>iPoint (Information Point…</span></a></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><em><strong><a href="http://api.ning.com:80/files/zbcSW1D04as8TpxAPGRra*p207ecPIzHlAc1bRFBeMiA70yJEpIpLCglmeIF4pOaI9hETTHgeItfZFZVBM8*pAQhiHJhl4BK/iPointTech.jpg" target="_self"><img src="http://api.ning.com:80/files/zbcSW1D04as8TpxAPGRra*p207ecPIzHlAc1bRFBeMiA70yJEpIpLCglmeIF4pOaI9hETTHgeItfZFZVBM8*pAQhiHJhl4BK/iPointTech.jpg" width="252" class="align-left" height="212"/></a>Celebrate Earth Day with iPoint, Tyler Systems, and Fort Collins Nursery</strong></em></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Fort Collins, Colorado –</span> <a href="http://ipoint-tech.com/"><span>iPoint (Information Point Technologies)</span></a><span>, a local network, web design and SEO company, observes Earth Day 2014 with the inaugural Flowers for Towers computer recycling event April 22-25.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Between 20 and 50 million metric tons of e-waste is discarded worldwide every year. Do our planet a small favor and keep it out of the landfill, and out of the hands of those that don’t adhere to safe recycling standards. Drop off your old machine and plant some beautiful flowers.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>iPoint has partnered with</span> <a href="https://sites.google.com/site/tylersystemsllc/"><span>Tyler Systems</span></a> <span>and</span> <a href="http://fortcollinsnursery.com/"><span>Fort Collins Nursery</span></a> <span>to provide local businesses with free, secure, responsible recycling and disposal of laptops, PC towers, and servers (sorry, no monitors accepted). Bring your equipment to receive a gift certificate from Fort Collins Nursery and special offers from iPoint.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Each PC or server dropped off for recycling will have its hard drive wiped clean by Tyler systems. Equipment will then be sorted into components to be recycled appropriately.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>iPoint, located at 135 West Swallow, Bldg. A in Fort Collins, Colorado, will accept drop offs on Earth Day, Tuesday April 22nd, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, April 23-25, from 11:00 am to 3:00 p.m.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Northern Colorado and Wyoming businesses are encouraged to recycle equipment, with no fees, and plant something beautiful in exchange.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>For more information, contact Pete Fardal at iPoint, 970-266-0703, or</span> <a href="mailto:pfardal@ipoint-tech.com"><span>pfardal@ipoint-tech.com</span></a><span>.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>About iPoint</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>iPoint was founded in 2002 to meet the computer needs of small businesses throughout northern Colorado. We offer a variety of products and services to help businesses combine all their IT needs into one point of contact, reducing overall costs of miscommunication. Our team of network experts and web developers collaborate to provide the best and most dependable services for your business. As our tagline reads, we really do believe in “Simplifying Technology for your Business”. With more than 200 clients and growing, iPoint has become a trusted partner to numerous businesses in a variety of fields. From basic network setups to complex application development, iPoint’s computer network services will resolve your IT inquiries on time and within your budget. iPoint is proud to partner with a number of local non-profit organizations in Northern Colorado. We offer discounted rates and services for most 501(c) tax-exempt businesses. Learn more at</span> <a href="http://www.ipoint-tech.com"><span>www.ipoint-tech.com</span></a><span>, and find us on</span> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/iPointTech"><span>Facebook</span></a> <span>and</span> <a href="https://twitter.com/iPointTech"><span>Twitter</span></a><span>.</span></p>
<p><span> </span></p> New Growth and Opportunity Spurs Move for The Nanci Garnand Teamtag:www.mytowncolorado.com,2014-04-09:2021996:Topic:1565022014-04-09T22:20:30.087ZBrad Shannonhttps://www.mytowncolorado.com/profile/BradShannon
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<p dir="ltr"><em><strong>Loveland Realtor sees great potential in relocating to RE/MAX Eagle Rock</strong></em></p>
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<p>Nanci Garnand of <a href="http://livinginnortherncolorado.com/">The Nanci Garnand Team</a> and RE/MAX is pleased to announce her move to RE/MAX…</p>
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<p dir="ltr"><em><strong>Loveland Realtor sees great potential in relocating to RE/MAX Eagle Rock</strong></em></p>
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<p>Nanci Garnand of <a href="http://livinginnortherncolorado.com/">The Nanci Garnand Team</a> and RE/MAX is pleased to announce her move to RE/MAX Eagle Rock, located near the Budweiser Event Center at 6028 Stallion Drive in Loveland, CO. With more than 18 years of success in the Colorado real estate market, Garnand looks forward to being headquartered in an area with increasing potential.</p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>According to state demographers, northern Colorado, particularly Larimer and Weld counties, will see its population double within the next 25 years. Windsor, Colorado boasts a current growth rate of almost 17 percent, compared to the 9.7 percent national average.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Nanci’s new location at RE/MAX Eagle Rock puts her in the center of activity in northern Colorado. The new, more convenient location, right off I-25 and Crossroads Boulevard, places her in a prime spot to assist clients in Loveland, Fort Collins, Windsor, Johnstown, Milliken, Berthoud, Wellington, Ault, and Kersey. With new residential and commercial properties now being built and new schools being proposed in Loveland and Windsor, Garnand will use her expertise and knowledge of the area to help families and business find the perfect place.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Nanci has utilized her commercial banking background in helping commercial clients and is looking forward to doing more of that at RE/MAX Eagle Rock with her team. Nanci’s team consists of one assistant, Rachel Mathis, who moved to the area from Atlanta, Georgia. Rachel's background in new construction and loan processing will continue to be an asset at the new location. New Marketing Manager Robin Westcott worked in a high-volume accounting practice as office manager prior to making a change and attending school for physical therapy. Also on the Garnand team is Beth Jackson. Beth has a background in web design and will be overseeing the lead-generation system.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Known as "Your Northern Colorado Source," Nanci earned Platinum Club recognition from RE/MAX International for her sales efforts in 2013, despite taking a month to travel in India with a Rotary Friendship Exchange. She is grateful for the people who chose her to assist them in buying and/or selling, investing, and commercial sales. She and her team are looking to the future of northern Colorado and are happy to be assisting in growing the region.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><strong>About Nanci Garnand</strong></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>Nanci Garnand started in real estate in 1995 after a successful career as a consumer, commercial lender and private banker in the banking world. Garnand strives to maintain 80 percent of her business from referrals or repeat business. For more information, call (970) 227-1327 (call or text), or 970-251-7124 office, or email Nanci@SellsRealEstate.com. You can also connect with Nanci on Twitter (</span><a href="https://twitter.com/nancigarnand"><span>https://twitter.com/nancigarnand</span></a><span>), LinkedIn (</span><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/nancigarnand"><span>http://www.linkedin.com/in/nancigarnand</span></a><span>), and Facebook (</span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/ngarnand"><span>www.facebook.com/ngarnand</span></a><span>).</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><strong>About RE/MAX Eagle Rock</strong></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>RE/MAX Eagle Rock in Loveland connects families to new construction, single family, luxury, and patio homes, as well as investor and commercial land and lots. Properties are often Mountain View properties, beach- or waterfront properties, or executive or luxury homes.The team at RE/MAX Eagle Rock helps clients that are looking for an exclusive home or just something in a specific area of Northern Colorado. Their staff of full-time, commercial brokers specialize in office, industrial, retail, investment, and business brokerage. Their commercial professionals' experience and knowledge will enable you to clearly and quickly identify a course of action that delivers maximum value to your company or to your individual portfolio. Contact the RE/MAX Eagle Rock office at (970) 593-0999.</span></p>
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