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THE
VILLAGE VOICE
June, 2019
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National Park Village
Estes Park, Colorado
Elevation 7560
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"This is June, the month of grass and leaves...already the aspens are trembling again, and a new summer is offered me." Henry David Thoreau
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Photo courtesy of the Estes Park News.
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It really is almost summer, even if Trail Ridge Road is still snowed under! That means there are two kinds of people in Estes Park - the ones on vacation & the ones who are welcoming our visitors. Whichever category you're in, you'll find the most convenient spot for one-stop shopping in Estes Park right here.
Need sustenance for a hike in the Park? A quick cup of coffee? Something to throw on the grill after a long day at work? A t-shirt for the kid who's mowing your lawn while you're here? A new outfit for your cousin's wedding? Find it all at NATIONAL PARK VILLAGE...and no parking hassles!
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THE COUNTRY MARKET
Looks like Dad needs a new grill for Father's Day! (We'll discuss the clothes later.) June is Beef Steak Month, so get the best Colorado Proud USDA Choice New York Strip, Rib Eyes, Filets and Top Sirloin or ask us to custom cut your favorite.
Not in the mood for beef? Choose from
all natural Pork, air-cooled Smart Chicken, elk, bison and a variety of sausages.
If your grill is crowded, you'll appreciate our new Steam and Eat corn on the cob in microwaveable pouches. We do the dirty work and you'll be slathering perfectly cooked ears with butter in minutes.
June is also Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Month. Everything will be coming into season from fresh peaches, apricots, blueberries and raspberries to sweet corn and asparagus. Be sure to check out our organic produce selections, too! Make appetizer kabobs with fruit & a selection of Boar's Head meats & cheeses from the Deli or a cool, crisp salad to go with your steak.
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Try this SPICY CORN-STUFFED TOMATO SALAD to brighten your table.
6 small ripe tomatoes
1/2 c creamy buttermilk salad dressing
2 T snipped parsley
1/4 t pepper
dash ground red pepper
2 c cooked fresh corn kernels
1/2 c shredded Monterey Jack
1/4 c each chopped green pepper, cucumber & onion
Lettuce leaves
Place tomatoes, stem end down, on a cutting surface. Cut each into 4 to 6 wedges, cutting to, but not through, stem end. Spread wedges apart slightly; sprinkle with salt. Cover; chill. In a small mixing bowl, combine buttermilk salad dressing, parsley, pepper, and red pepper. In another bowl, combine corn, cheese, green pepper, cucumber, and onion. Add dressing mixture; toss gently to coat. Cover and chill. To serve, arrange tomatoes atop lettuce leaves on individual plates. Fill the tomatoes with corn mixture. Makes 6 servings
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"Fishing is much more than fish . . . It is the great occasion when we may return to the fine simplicity of our forefathers." Herbert Hoover
Kicking off National Fishing & Boating Week, June 1 and 2 are "free fishing" days - no Colorado license required, so be sure to pick up your bait at THE COUNTRY MARKET and enjoy some family fun!
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Celebrate Dairy Month with Organic Valley products from family farmers, sustainably made without the use of toxic pesticides, synthetic hormones, antibiotics or GMOs. Looking for lactose-free? Try Fairlife Reduced Fat Ultra filtered and Lactose Free Milk.
Dairy Month includes National Cheese Day on June 4 so choose from options like Tillamook sharp cheddar, smoked cheddar & smoked pepper cheddar, Beecher's Flagship and smoked cheddar, Truly Irish grass-fed cheddars, Ponce de Leon Manchego, local Haystack Mountain fresh goat cheese and Camembert in the dairy case plus Boar's Head horseradish cheddar there & more varieties in the Deli!
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Are you celebrating Camping Month? Or maybe you only have time for a picnic in the Park. Either way, come to us for your outdoor supplies. Make it easy on yourself with great Deli sandwiches or go all the way with firewood, charcoal, ice, hot dogs, fruits & vegetables, drinks, chips, paper towels & bug spray and, most importantly, graham crackers, marshmallows & Hershey bars!
As summer gets closer & the traffic gets heavier, remember everything you need is at the most convenient grocery in town...THE COUNTRY MARKET.
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Father's Day is, by definition, a man's holiday so why not go all the way with aggressively masculine gifts from Duke Cannon Supply? Choose "Super Grade" Shave Cream, "News Anchor" Hair Wash, "Bloody Knuckles" Hand Repair Balm, "Buffalo Trace" Big American Bourbon Soap, "Big A** Beer Soap" made with Old Milwaukee American Lager and "Cold Shower" Cooling Field Towels.
If Dad's wardrobe could use a pick-me-up, classic shirts and shorts from Royal Robbins and Ecoths will do the trick. When in doubt, a Gift Certificate is one-size-fits-all.
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Sun Safety Week starts June 2nd but you always need to remember UV protection in the mountains! Check out our collection of SPF +50 hats from Wallaroo Hat Company at THE VILLAGE STORE, sunscreen from Alba Botanica, Banana Boat and Rocky Mountain Sunscreen,
sun glasses & cover-ups, too!
Summer officially begins June 21st. Is your wardrobe ready, ladies? We have the latest cool, comfortable clothing in the season's hot colors arriving often from all your favorite labels. (And if the weather's still not co-operating, you may find great bargains on something to keep you warm!)
June 25th is Halfway to Christmas Day, so you'd better get started. Choose from lodge gifts and décor from our Mad Moose friends, great new jewelry looks, collectible art, t-shirts, candles, lotions and more. There's something for everyone at THE VILLAGE STORE!
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In honor of the Scandinavian Festival June 22 & 23, this month's words of wisdom come from people of Danish, Finnish & Swedish heritage.
"Just living is not enough... One must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower." Hans Christian Andersen
"I have yet to see any problem, however complicated, which, when you looked at it in the right way, did not become still more complicated." Poul Anderson
"Dreams are, by definition, cursed with short life spans" Candice Bergen
"There are some things so serious you have to laugh at them." Niels Bohr
"Laughter is the closest distance between two people." Victor Borge
"The gift of life is so precious that we should feel an obligation to pay back the universe for the gift of being alive."
Ray Bradbury
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"God made the world round so we would never be able to see too far down the road."
Isak Dinesen
"There is no such thing as failure. It is just a temporary postponement of success." Buddy Ebsen
"Life would be so wonderful if we only knew what to do with it." Greta Garbo
"Boredom is the root of all evil." Søren Kierkegaard
"Every one of us is sort of a figment of our own imaginations."
Kris Kristofferson
"In wilderness I sense the miracle of life, and behind it our scientific accomplishments fade to trivia." Charles Lindbergh
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THE OTHER SIDE RESTAURANT
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We're now open 7 days a week from 7 am to 9 pm and the view is free of charge!
-New dinner menu.
- Music from the Dempsey Fox Duo every Friday & Saturday night.
- Saturday night Prime Rib Special - $15.95
- Half off bottles of wine every Wednesday
- When it warms up just a little more, we'll be offering drinks, appetizers and dessert on the deck!
We haven't forgotten Dad at THE OTHER SIDE. You're invited every Sunday to our Champagne Brunch and Father's Day on June 16th is no exception. This Estes Park favorite regularly features custom made omelets, home made desserts, hand carved meats, fresh fruits and vegetables and more. There'll be some special surprises for Dad's day so call 586-2171 today for reservations.
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Get your Estes Park Rotary Friendship Card for $10 at The Village Store for a 20% discount on purchases over $100; 10% discount on purchases over $30 at The Country Market, 15% discount at The Other Side and lots of other places in town too!
(Restrictions may apply; please confirm details before using.)
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Social Media Day isn't until June 30, but we're ready now!
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Coming in July:
Family Reunion Month
Picnic Month
Rooftop Rodeo
Embrace your Geekness Day
and...
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NATIONAL PARK VILLAGE - 900 Moraine Ave. - Estes Park, CO 80517
THE COUNTRY MARKET 586-2702
THE VILLAGE STORE 586-2776
THE OTHER SIDE 586-2171
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