Granada, Colorado

Volume 2, Issue 2
NEWS FROM OUR
COMMUNITIES
BRISTOL
GRANADA
HOLLY
HARTMAN
RURAL AREAS

DECEMBER 2000 YOU CAN NOW FIND THE COMMUNITY STUFF NEWSLETTER ONLINE, THANKS TO KATHY LEIGH.
Look for us at:
http://www.usgennet.org/usa/co/county/prowers/hist/granada then click on community newsletter. (see related article page 7)
HOLLY THEATER PROJECT    The monumental task of remodeling Holly Movie Theater is well under way. Just last week, the final interior demolition was completed and rebuilding has started. Volunteer crews have been busy painting walls and ceilings. With over forty volunteers coming together in this effort, planners hope to finish this project by December 15th.
   Bob Arambel, a self described 'grunt man' in this project, tells about the shopping spree in Colorado Springs that resulted in the purchase of a screen, acoustic panels, a projector, chairs, and numerous sundries from AMC Theaters.
   “The sound system is fabulous-state of the art.” Says Arambel, enthusiastic about the quality of all the equipment that will fill this renovated theater. “We spent $6,200 on $65,000 worth of equipment. I kept feeling like the cops were going to show up and catch us stealing at that price.” Says Arambel, whose 'accomplices' were Donny Godden, volunteer coordinator, and Mike Hartshorn. These three arrived in the Springs on a Friday and began deconstructing the AMC Theater's equipment and chairs. A crew of many more volunteers helped load the purchases on Saturday into a truck provided by Gateway Products.
   Many businesses have supported this extensive project. Wal-Mart has been a big supporter as well as A-1 Rental, who has donated the use of sanders and paint sprayers. Gateway Products has donated the use of a truck and they are currently storing the equipment until it's move to the theater. Colorado East Bank and Trust, Big H, and the Town of Holly are also on this growing list of supporters.
   Kami Cathcart has been the head of the financial aspects of the Holly Theater project. Just recently, the project received the Boetcher Grant in the amount of $10,000 with the help of Grant McCormick and the Town of Holly.
   “We can still use monetary donations,” explains Cathcart. They have yet to do the electrical and flooring. “Those are big ticket items.”
   “We still need a lot of volunteers to complete the project,” says Cathcart, hoping many will pitch in between now and the 15th.
   Though she expects to open the theater in December, the committee is planning a special Grand Opening in January when finishing touches have been completed. Watch next month for a complete list of Thank You's on behalf of the project coordinators.

MILLENNIUM TREE ARRIVED

   Colorado's Gift to the Nation arrived in Granada on November 27, 2000 at 10:15 am, with a bustle of activity. The crowds that gathered were buzzing with excitement. The school buses unloaded the eager faces of the students who were full of anticipation. Not only were they going to see the Millennium Christmas Tree, but Santa Claus was coming and he arrived to the cheers of all the children, on a horse drawn wagon driven by Fred Dorenkamp.
   All who participated in this once in a life time celebration were excited with the days schedule of events.
   Mayor Pro Tem, Bill Tefertiller began with the welcome address and then Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell and the Colorado Forest Service presented the Town with a Blue Spruce seedling tree. The list of speakers included: County Commissioner Clede Widener, Senator Campbell, Clyde Kennedy, the Millennium Planning Team and the Granada Pride Chairmen.
   Clyde Kennedy spoke on the history of Granada and how it related to the Christmas ornament being sent with the tree.
   The Pride Chairmen also presented the Town with a framed watercolor print to hang in the City Complex in remembrance of this day.
   All the students then began singing Christmas carols to close out this momentous occasion.
   Everyone present was given a smaller blue spruce seedling tree of their very own, compliments of the Forestry Service. Also, they dropped off trees at the Granada School to be handed out at the end of the school day.
   Refreshments were then served inside the Complex by the Goodale and Granada Womens Civic Clubs. Santa greeted each individual and listened to their Christmas wishes as they went through the line. With all being good boys and girls, they each received a candy cane.

(see pictures pg 8)

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GRANADA HONORS LOCAL VETERANS    On November 10th, Granada High School held a lunch and presentation in honor of local veterans. Eighteen veterans attended the activity despite the cold, dreary weather.
   These veterans represented the eras of WWII, the Cold War, Vietnam and the Persian Gulf Wars.
   This event was organized by Kayla Simmons, Matt Jimenez and Chelsey Carlile. Linzee Buchanan and Samantha Silvas put together the documentary that was presented and the speech was given by GHS Student Council President, Kendra Buchanan.
   Brian Laprarie played TAPS for the ceremony and he also helped Gina DeBono present certificates to the veterans in attendance.
   Jennifer Jara read a poem to close out the presentation and Boy Scout Troop #247 did the posting and retiring of the colors.
   Mr. Ty Kemp and Mr. John Hopper's social studies project classes helped with stage decorations.
   They would like to thank the veteran's who attended the program and all those who helped make it possible.
Veterans that attended include: Alfred Adame, Louis Carr, Ian DeBono, John DuVall, Ray Estrada, Richard Gomez, Manuel Gonzales, Ron Grasmick, Harold Hamilton, Clyde Kennedy, Bill Lutz, Emory Namura, Alex Schibbelhut, Dale Schnabel, David Schnabel, Bob Stone, Harry Vogel and Norman Vagher.

ATTENTION:
WATER LINE WORK IN GRANADA    Granada residents will be experiencing temporary water interruptions through the coming weeks. If the water is to be shut off a notice will be in the Lamar Daily News and on the local radio stations. They will try to work their schedule to where it would occur after 2:00 in the afternoon.
   The water will also contain rust during these periods, so please watch your wash water in your washing machines and check your water filters often.
   The water line work for December will affect Highway 50, Main Street, North and South Snowden and part of South Cline Street. The work on Cline Street will be in the 100 block. This work will also affect the traffic flow, watch for detours.
WOODEN ROSE OPENS    The Wooden Rose is now open for business-just in time for your Christmas shopping.
   Owned and operated by Tami Cathcart, her shop is located at 509 West Colorado (Hwy 50). Tami specializes in producing her own country furniture, shelves, and birdhouses. She also has holiday items and crafts created by Desiree Neugebauer.
Special orders are welcome.    “I'll be open afternoons and Saturdays,” says Tami. “If I'm not open and someone needs something they can call me.” She can be reached at 537-9005.

GRANADA CHRISTMAS LIGHT CONTEST    The Town of Granada will be judging Christmas Lights on December 18th and 19th from 6 to 9 pm.
   Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd; have your lights on on these dates and times.
BOY SCOUT TROOP 247    The Holly-Granada Boy Scout Troop 247 collected 641 pounds of non-perishable food items for the local Food Pantry to redistribute. Thank you to all that donated to ensure a special Christmas Season for those in need.

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SPECIAL TRIBUTE FOR DECEMBER    A great big “Thank You” goes to Dale and Frances Simmons for the many things they do for the Town of Hartman and all of their other volunteer work.
   Dale and Frances have four children that were reared in the Hartman community.
   Dale became a council member in April 1972. In March of 1999 he was pushed and shoved into becoming the Mayor Pro Tem and reluctantly became the Mayor of Hartman in April 2000. He is also the president of the Hartman Community organization and is on the board of the Holly Fire and Ambulance. Dale belonged to the Lions Club when it was active in Hartman.
   He keeps the water system in Hartman working, whether it is supervising repairs, putting in meters, or whatever else needs done. Along with other volunteers, he keeps the old school grounds mowed and cleaned up. He also tries to keep the fire trucks maintained and ready to go when needed.
   Dale and his son, Dennis, and Wendell Jones decorate the Christmas tree every year. Les Palmer puts the lights on the water tower.
   Frances keeps everything mowed, planted, and cleaned up for most of the two blocks close to their home. She has been the Water Superintendent since February of 1989. Frances bakes and cleans for every event in Hartman, besides holding down a full time job. She has gone with Jennie Marston to all the grant workshops and she, along with Marilyn Wilson, has been very instrumental in getting our gym restored. She is Co-president of the Hartman Alumni.
   Both Dale and Frances are very active in all sporting events in Holly and Granada.
   This is a small part of everything they do, but we want them to know how much they are appreciated!
   (This special tribute was submitted by Marilyn Wilson and Jennie Marston).

Congratulations to the following local Colorado East Bank and Trust employees who received an award for Excelling Above and Beyond the Call of Duty. Minnie Duarte (Granada Branch), Warren Folsom (Holly Branch) and Vickie Bond and June Wolfe (Lamar Branch). Steve Sherlock of Colorado East Bank and Trust presented each with a commemorative pin.

FUNDRAISER BIG HIT    The Granada Pride Committee Trap Shoot started with a bang!
   They had shooters of all ages competing for prizes.
   Chairman for the shoot, Joe Venturi would like to express his thanks to everyone, who participated and especially to the volunteers that gave of their free time to help with this fundraiser.
   The Pride Committee would like to thank WalMart for their generous donation of the clay pigeons, Tiny Silva for the donation and discount of the turkeys. Shorty Esquibel for his donation of two meals. Also, to the ladies who baked cookies and made coffee and worked the office.
   Next trap shoot will be April 8th at 1 p.m.

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BIRTHDAYS/ANNIVERSARIES

DECEMBER, 2000 10   Abbie Harmon
       Gary Tyree
12   Lupe Delarosa
       Ray & Kathy Leigh
13   Vince & Deb Hartshorn
       Emmy Harmon
14   Nancy Wilson
       Gina DeBono
15   Chris Hainer
       Ted & Hope Sanchez
17   Norma Conley
18   Patrick Vargas
19   Jon & Glenda Tyree
20   Bill Grasmick
       Edythe Tyner
21   Sheryl Grasmick
23   Ernest Delarosa
25   Wilma Venturi
       Rita Reish
       Manuel Gonzales
       Cody Hess
26   Jennifer Tyree
       Linda Lonnberg
       Jessica Madrid
       Earl & Norma Conley
       Alec & Minnie Duarte
27   Sandy McLemore
28   Tim & Christie Weeder
       Jesse & Diane Vargas
29   Daren Wagner
30   Dean Brooks
31   Cody & Kelli Hess
       Dean & Effie Brooks
       Chad & Becky Kalma
       Sam & Evangeline Woodward
JANUARY, 2000 1   Elsie Martin
2   Ted Lonnberg
5   Max Entz
       Kara Dorenkamp
       Darla DuVall LaPoint
7   Gene & Dee Millbrand
8   Hunter Wilson
10   Margy Pearson
14   Randy & Karla Lowe
15   Debra Dorenkamp
       Joe Choat
16   Kathy Leigh
17   Noah Musick
       Eldon Marston
       Bill & Judy Hieronymus
       Billy Dowen
       Gayla Dowen
18   Chelsea Choat
       Sonny Morrow
       Bud & Myrna McGee
19   John Jameson
20   Fred Dorenkamp
       Ryan Pearson

GRANADA PRIDE COMMITTEE
COMING EVENTS IN 2001
Trap Shoot April 8 @ 1 p.m.
Fun Day May 6
Ranch Rodeo May 27
Horse Pull TBA

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LANDSCAPING BEGINS AT GRANADA COMPLEX
   Tim and Mindy Emick of Timberline Landscaping, Inc started the landscaping project on November 23rd around the Granada Complex building.

   They put in several shrubs, plants and trees along with a drip and sprinkler system. Gravel was put down around the plants next to the building and drain pipes were installed for run-off.
   They finished up this phase of the project on the evening of November 26th.
   When they return they will start work on the rock landscaping and then finish up with the grass.

THE GRANADA SENIOR CLASS WILL BE HAVING A DINNER JANUARY 6, 2001 DURING THE BASKETBALL GAME WITH WILEY

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COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR

GHS BASKETBALL SCHEDULE

Dec 14-16 Lamar Holiday Tournament Lamar Community Bldg. TBA

Jan 5 Deerfield Away 3:45 pm

Jan 6 Wiley HOME 3:00 pm

Jan 12 Kit Carson Away 5:00 pm

Jan 16 Holly Away 4:00 pm

Jan 19 Springfield Away 4:00 pm

NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY
BRISTOL METHODIST
CHURCH 6:30 P.M.
SOUP SUPPER PROVIDED
BRING FINGER FOODS

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SENIOR CITIZENS CHRISTMAS DINNER    Granada School will provide their Christmas Dinner to the Senior Citizens on December 13 at the school cafeteria.
   The menu will be: Ham, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, rolls and pumpkin pie with whipped cream.
   If you plan to attend, please RSVP at 734-5492.

GRANADA SCHOOL CHRISTMAS VACATION WILL BEGIN ON DECEMBER 15 @ 11 AM. CLASSES WILL RESUME JANUARY 3, 2001.

GRANADA WEB PAGES    A new discovery was made this last month by the CSN Staff.
   Granada has their own web pages on the internet. http://www.usgennet.org/usa/co/county/prowers/hist/granada
   Webmaster, Kathy Leigh lives in Granada with her husband Ray and she has been involved with online genealogy and history for more then two years. She is the county coordinator for Prowers and Bent counties for COGENWeb and the American Local History Network (ALHN). Under the Prowers County website, Kathy has added pages for Granada. These pages contain pictures and stories of Granada's past businesses and citizens.
   “I love history and enjoy sitting at my computer sharing my findings with everyone,” Kathy states. She also wanted readers to know that she will put family histories on these pages. You just need to get her the information and pictures and she will put them on the site.
   COGenWeb, Colorado's part of the USGenWeb Project, and the American Local History Network consists of volunteers working together to provide Internet websites for genealogical and historical research in every county and every state of the United States. Both organizations are non-profit and fully committed to free access for everyone.
   Kathy is also asking for volunteers to help with researching the Prowers County Courthouse census records. If you have time to give her a hand let her know. Since both the projects are strictly volunteer, they're always looking for anyone willing to contribute their time and/or information.
   Kathy can help you with genealogy searches for your family tree or at least point you in the right direction. Give her a call at 719-734-5421 or e-mail her at rkleigh@bwn.net and she will be able to answer any question you may have about these websites.

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SANTA & MILLENNIUM TREE MOMENTS (Photos)

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Birth Announcement:
Estevan Noe Rodriguez arrived on Nov. 3 to Manuel and Samantha Rodriguez and to grandparents, Rafael and Cuca Rodriguez and Santiago and Sadie Montes.

Community Losses:
Anastocio DeLaRosa on Nov. 12
Frank L. Aguilera on Nov. 22
Patricia D. Mulberry on Nov. 23

GJHS BASKETBALL SCHEDULE

Dec 9 Joe Dorenkamp Tourney HOME TBA

Dec 11 Springfield Away 3:00 pm

Jan 4 Wiley Away 2:30 pm

Jan 8 Cheyenne Wells Away 3:00 pm

Jan 11 Holly HOME 3:00 pm

Jan 15 McClave HOME 2:30 pm

Jan 18 Holly Away 3:00 pm

Jan 22-23 Junior High Tourney At McClave TBA

FSA NEWS

Wool and Mohair program sign up period ends December 29. Payment is 20 cents for wool and 40 cents for mohair per pound. You need to be able to verify production or sale of wool for the calendar year 1999.

January 12 is final day to request oil seed program benefits for crop year 2000.

Prowers county office will be installing an upgraded computer system December 12 and 13. PLEASE remember these dates. Normal business will not be conducted due to the computer system being completely down those 2 days at a minimum.

If you have an approved EQIP contract remember you are required to commence a financially assisted conservation practice within the first 12 months of signing the contract.

TRAP CLUB INTEREST    Since the Granada Pride Trap Shoot, there has become local interest in putting together a trap club for this area.
   If you are interested in helping organize a club contact, Joe Venturi at 734-5244.

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THANK YOU:

   Jean Bezona, The Town Council and Mayor would like to say thank you to all who helped in planning and participating in the Millennium Christmas Tree Celebration.
Thank you to the following for giving a hand:    Jerene DeBono & Shannon Venturi for helping with the planning.
   Ty and Becky Harmon for all the hard work they put into making the Christmas ornament and refurbishing the Town's lights.
    Granada Pride Committee for the picture, decorations and help decorating.
   Granada School for loan of equipment and disrupting your school day for the kids.
   Granada School Shop Class for welding.
   Fred Dorenkamp for being Santa's driver and providing the sound system.
   Granada Womens Civic Club and Goodale Club for helping decorate the Complex and serving refreshments.
   Frank Duvall for the loan of his trailer and Kerry Hartshorn for set-up.
   Bill Tefertiller for filling in.
   Clede Widener for speaking.
   Clyde Kennedy for being our historian and speaker.
   Santa Claus (Leon Murray) for your Ho, Ho, Ho.
   Glenda Tyree for taking pictures.
   The Colorado Forest Service for the trees.
   The Granada School children for singing.
   Jerene and Shannon would like to thank Jean for all her time and effort spend on the project as well.

CSN STAFF
SHANNON VENTURI- 734-5244
SHAWNA HARTSHORN- 734-5326
GLENDA TYREE- 734-5253
JENNIE MARSTON- 739-4623
   Hartman Contact
JERENE DEBONO- 734-5612
RITA MARQUEZ- 734-5497
POLICE & FIRE
REQUEST
   The Granada Police and Fire Departments are again requesting that all residential and commercial addresses, within the Town of Granada, be numbered.
   This is for emergency purposes and for your personal safety.
   If the police or fire departments receive a 911 call, their response time is shortened by several minutes; if they are trying to locate the correct address.

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