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THE
VILLAGE VOICE
June, 2018
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National Park Village
Estes Park, Colorado
Elevation 7560
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It's almost summer & 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.
Consider us your "Base Camp" for your Rocky Mountain National Park adventures with a fuel station, camping and picnic needs, firewood, ice, fresh meat and produce, hiking apparel and so much more! Read on...
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THE COUNTRY MARKET
Are you embracing Camping Month? If your cashier gets a whiff of wood smoke, don't be surprised if he or she reminds you to pick up graham crackers, marshmallows & Hershey bars. What's a night under the stars without S'mores!
Celebrate National Trails Day on June 2nd, but first stop by the Deli for a custom made Boar's Head Sandwich, fresh fruit and some trail mix from our new bulk bins with a variety of unique trail mixes. You can even create your own blend.
If your version of outdoor fun includes fishing, you're in luck. As part of National Fishing & Boating Week, June 2 & 3 are free fishing days in Colorado - no license required! Didn't bring your equipment? Get your tackle & worms right here at THE COUNTRY MARKET.
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"Imagine an angel suddenly sweeping down out of a better land and setting before him a mighty porter-house steak an inch and a half thick, hot and sputtering from the griddle; dusted with fragrant pepper; enriched with little melting bits of butter of the most unimpeachable freshness and genuineness" Mark Twain
Over the top? Yes, but there's nothing better to mark the start of summer than something from the grill.
Let Dad show off his backyard culinary skills in honor of Beef Steak Month with a custom cut from our meat department. Choose from USDA Choice New York Strip, Rib Eyes, Filets and Top Sirloin or give us a call at 586-2702 for your special order.
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Here's your new go-to side dish for whatever you're cooking: Ree Drummond's Mexican Macaroni Salad.
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1 lb macaroni, cooked & drained
2 ears corn
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 c finely chopped black olives
6 Roma tomatoes, chopped
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 red onion, finely diced
Grill the corn, turning, until browned and cooked through. Cut the kernels off the cobs & put in a big bowl with the black beans, olives, tomatoes, green onions and red onions and toss to combine.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 c jarred salsa, 1 cup sour cream, 1/4 c mayonnaise, 1/2 t cumin, salt & pepper. Pour over the salad ingredients and fold together until everything is coated. Serve chilled.
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This year marks the eighteenth annual recognition of "June is Turkey Lovers'® Month," and it's the perfect opportunity to blend two of America's favorite things - turkey and grilling. Last year, Americans ate 18 pounds of turkey per person and fired up their grills more than 2.7 billion times. Try Jennie-O Sweet Italian Turkey Sausages, Brats and Breakfast Links, too.
When you need a really quick turkey fix, turn to Boar's Head for Mesquite, Peppermill and Maple Honey glazed flavors from the Deli. Pair them with Beechwood Smoked cheddar, Smoked Gouda, Canadian Cheddar, Gruyere, chipotle Gouda or Fontina for a terrific sandwich!
Speaking of cheese, it's the perfect summer protein...you don't have to cook at all! Celebrate Cheese Day on the 4th (or anytime) with a selection from our expanded cheese area. Try Beecher's Flagship Cheddar, Smoked flagship, and Just Jack, Tillamook Smoked cheddar and Pepper Jack, Cabot's Cheddars, Haystack Goat cheese and La Bonne Vie Bries.
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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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THE VILLAGE STORE
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? Try the Big A** Brick of Soap, Offensively Large Lip Balm , Bloody Knuckles Hand Repair Balm & more, even solid colognes that "don't smell like your grandma's living room."
Or stick with the classics like shirts from Woolrich, Royal Robbins & eco-friendly Ecoth's.
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Then there's Fitkicks Active Lifestyle Footwear. Shoes? Slippers? Both, really. "The FITKICKS goal is to offer a full range of products that enhance the ideal active lifestyle. These products were created with a minimalist ideology that incorporates a stylish edge. Whether it is a jaunt around the block, a walk along the beach or just kicking back, Fitkicks has something for every step of the way."
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Sun Safety Week starts June 3rd but you always need to remember UV protection in the mountains! Check out our collection of hats from Wallaroo Hat company and Sunday Afternoons at THE VILLAGE STORE. 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!
If you've been waiting with bated breath for this month's quotes, you can relax now. Here they are!
Marilyn Monroe, born June 1, 1926
"I am not interested in money. I just want to be wonderful."
Allen Ginsberg, born June 3, 1926
"The only thing that can save the world is the reclaiming of the awareness of the world."
John Maynard Keynes, born June 5, 1883 "The difficulty lies not so much in developing new ideas as in escaping from old ones."
Paul Gauguin, born 6/7/1848"We never really know what stupidity is until we have experimented on ourselves."
Frank Lloyd Wright, born June 8, 1867
"Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you."
Judy Garland, born June 10, 1922
"I believe in the idea of the rainbow. And I've spent my entire life trying to get over it."
William Butler Yeats, born June 13, 1865 "If suffering brings wisdom, I would wish to be less wise."
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Blaise Pascal, born June 19, 1623
"Truth is so obscure in these times, and falsehood so established, that, unless we love the truth, we cannot know it."
Lillian Hellman, born June 20, 1905
"I cannot and will not cut my conscience to fit this year's fashion."
Jean-Paul Sartre, born June 21, 1905
"If you are lonely when you're alone, you are in bad company."
Ambrose Bierce , born 6/24/1842 "ADMIRATION, n. -- Our polite recognition of another's resemblance to ourselves."
George Orwell, born June 25, 1903
"On the whole human beings want to be good, but not too good and not quite all the time."
Pearl Buck, born June 26, 1892
"You can judge your age by the amount of pain you feel when you come in contact with a new idea."
John Wesley, born June 28, 1703
"Catch on fire with enthusiasm and people will come for miles to watch you burn."
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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
www.nationalparkvillage.com
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