So... about this month’s cover 

I guess there’s a first time for everything.

I didn’t think I’d ever have to say that again after the COVID shutdowns pushed our team to produce BEACON’s first and only digital-only issue back in May 2020. And yet, here we are.

The day this issue was scheduled to print was the same day the printing press in Gypsum broke down. Talk about impeccable timing. No day is a good day for that, but press day was the worst one.

The good news is we still got the March edition out to you at the beginning of the month. 

The not-so-fun news is it isn’t wrapped in the glossy cover you’re used to.

To get this March edition in your hands as quickly as possible (and, frankly, because we weren’t sure when the press would be back online), we made the call to print this month’s cover on newsprint. Consider it our one-time “retro” cover.

Everything inside is still the same: stories, calendars, puzzles and the local advertisers who help keep this magazine free for seniors in our community. 

But don’t despair. April will be printed just like usual, glossy cover and all.

Thanks for rolling with the hiccup with us and as always, thank you for supporting BEACON and our advertisers.

GIVE VOLUNTEERS SOME LOVE

The BEACON has a long-standing tradition of celebrating senior volunteers, both in the magazine and at our events. During my time with the BEACON, I’ve had the privilege of learning about and meeting well over 100 remarkable volunteers!

Each of the volunteers nominated for this year’s Volunteer of the Year award was selected by local organizations for helping make a difference in our community.

All nominees will be honored on stage at BeaconFest Boomer & Senior Fair at the Grand Junction Convention Center on Thursday, April 16—but only one will be named Volunteer of the Year! Read about this year’s nominees on page 27 and cast your vote to help us choose the winner!

CELEBRATE AGE AT BEACONFEST

Speaking of BeaconFest, we’re getting ready for another fantastic event with exciting entertainment, educational seminars, prize giveaways and more—all for FREE! Get a sneak peek of what’s in store in next month’s issue and at BeaconFest.com.

This event sells out every year, so reserve your booth today by calling 970-243-8829. ■