The Internet has certainly made life easier during this time of COVID 19 and lockdowns. I’m not Facebook’s biggest fan, but I can certainly say I’ve been able to reconnect with out-of-state cousins I have not seen in over 20 years. Getting online can be a good way to stay connected, accomplish much, and be entertained. But what about the dangers of the Internet? The … [Read more...] about Building and Maintaining a Baseline for Online Security
Community Voices
In Praise of Teachers
There is so much information and confusion going on about the coming school year. Instead of attempting to make sense of it I am going to offer praise to the teachers, who are so often unsung heroes and forgotten faces. When I left my last job in 2011, the school was closing. Sentimental about leaving a wonderful group of children and families, I was feeling some … [Read more...] about In Praise of Teachers
Memories Inspired by John Lewis Memorials
Rabbi Manuel Laderman, founding rabbi of the old West Colfax neighborhood's Hebrew Educational Alliance, hosted memorable monthly book reviews at the social hall of the famous west side synagogue. Hundreds of people from all over Denver crowded anxiously into the synagogue social hall. Rabbi Laderman invited me to his lectures and I attended those monthly inspiring lectures. … [Read more...] about Memories Inspired by John Lewis Memorials
Protecting Your Bicycle Against Theft
Happy August to the residents of Northwest Denver. Denver Police District 1 is hopeful that everyone is continuing to have a safe and healthy summer with all the challenges that are currently occurring. I want to share some simple tips this month regarding bicycle theft prevention and identification. Bicycle usage continues to increase as a healthy activity and as a … [Read more...] about Protecting Your Bicycle Against Theft
Checking Out: A History Lover’s Guide to Denver
With so much new development and construction going on throughout the Denver area, it can sometimes feel like every building more than a few years old has been torn down or drastically changed. Mark A Barnhouse’s new book, A History Lover’s Guide to Denver (2020, Arcadia), shows that despite the fast growth and countless updates happening in each and every corner of town, much … [Read more...] about Checking Out: A History Lover’s Guide to Denver