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LIFESTYLE LETTER
NOVEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER
Justin Schierkolk | justin.schierkolk@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR
An Attitude of Gratitude
Lauren Hendrick | lauren.hendrick@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER
Mary Albers
WOW. Somehow November is already here! As I’m writing this, during a transitional
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are to have a community like Broomfield to call home! This November issue of Broomfield Lifestyle is all about gratitude. Many of you may have recognized Ben Higgins on the cover, and as you read the story about
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what inspired him to co-found Generous Coffee, I hope you find yourself motivated to find ways to seek out people around you to help with whatever time, talent, and treasure you have been given. If you’re reading this, THANK YOU! Your time is valuable, and the fact that you’re spending a bit of it to learn more about your local community is so greatly appreciated! I also believe that each and every person that calls this place “home” owes a debt of gratitude to our military and first responders who selflessly make the choice to intentionally put their lives on the line to protect and serve Broomfield and this great nation!
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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2021 FEATURES 14 Grit, Gratitude, & Character Broomfield is truly blessed to have an abundance of people, businesses, and nonprofits that embody these defining characteristics!
16 A Shifting Tide Ladies at the Gun Range
22 Living a Purposeful Life Ben Higgins talks coffee, hope & humanity, and what it means to be thankful.
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Around Town
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C H A R A C T E R
NOVEMBER IS THE TRADITIONAL TIME TO REFLECT ON WHAT WE ARE THANKFUL FOR. One thing we are always thankful for is our chamber members. When some of them were struggling just to survive others stepped
and the nonprofit organizations. They have been there for both
in and supported them any way they could. When peo-
organizations and individuals throughout this trying time.
ple were suffering our nonprofit community rose to the
While our members are the reason we exist, the group we
task. Organizations in the Broomfield area have been there
are most thankful for is the staff and volunteers that allow us
for each other, from the largest multinational down to the
to provide connections so that organizations and people can
newest solopreneur.
grow in whatever role they have and improve the commu-
Let’s face it, the last 18 months have been tough.
nity. The Chamber staff works countless hours, many times
Now, with widespread vaccination levels in the area,
with not near enough appreciation, to help others to find
people’s comfort level in being out supporting the local
opportunities for growth. But as hard as this team of three
economy and pent-up demand for goods and services,
works, there is absolutely no way that we could do what we
companies are looking for ways to reach potential custom-
do without the support of our volunteers. Like most nonprof-
ers and workforce. One of our key collaborators through-
its, we rely on the help and support of many people who give
out this time has been the Broomfield Workforce Center.
their Time, Talent, and/or Treasure to help us succeed. Our
We are so thankful for their work supporting the abruptly
Board is there to guide us and provide direction and support,
laid off workers in early 2020, to helping companies find
and our Ambassadors are the best cheerleading squad in the
employees in late 2021. Their innovative programs to help
state. Even those who volunteer for a single shift once a year
people gain new skills as the job market changes is going to
at Broomfield Days or Taste It, you are the support that allows
be key moving forward.
us to move forward every day.
Another key partner of ours throughout this year has been
To everyone that has been a member, volunteered for an
the City and County of Broomfield. From the Economic Vitality
event, sponsored a program, or even said positive things
Department, Public Health, to the Parks and Recreation
about the Chamber online, thank you for your support!
department, they have been there to support our mission. CCOB knows that the key to a thriving community is
SAM TAYLOR, PRESIDENT/CEO
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GRIT, GRATITUDE, & CHARACTER—BROOMFIELD IS TRULY BLESSED TO HAVE AN ABUNDANCE OF PEOPLE, BUSINESSES, AND NONPROFITS THAT EMBODY THESE DEFINING CHARACTERISTICS! ARTICLE SAM TAYLOR, CEO BROOMFIELD CHAMBER PHOTOGRAPHY SARAH DAWN PHOTOGRAPHY CityLifestyle.com/Broomfield
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LADIES AT THE GUN RANGE
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a shifting tide
“Shoot I ndoors Broom f ield is happy to host the month ly chapter of ‘ T he Wel l A r med Woma n’”
WHEN YOU THINK “GUN RANGE”, WHAT COMES TO MIND?
immediately evident when you walk in the door. You’ll notice all
Like many others, you might envision a dirty dark place where
of the staff are very friendly, all are wearing red shirts, and none
old men hangout to shoot. While this might have been true 40
of them are openly carrying guns. These efforts help to reduce
years ago, one local shooting range franchise is successfully
intimidation while creating a more welcoming environment. This
shifting the perception to something a bit more welcoming. Enter
is a huge step towards catering to the new demographic of shoot-
Shoot Indoors, a modern, clean, and well-lit range right here in
ers (mainly non-shooters and females) looking for training, or an
Broomfield along the Wadsworth exit of Route 36. From the start,
entertaining way to spend some time and hang out with friends.
this range was designed specifically to welcome new shooters
This tact has resonated well with the local community and
to the sport or previous shooters that have rediscovered it after
Shoot Indoors Broomfield is happy to host the monthly chapter of
years away.
‘The Well Armed Woman’ (TWAW). They meet at Shoot Indoors
Most ranges exist primarily to sell guns. In contrast, Shoot
every third Friday of each month from 7-9pm for education and
Indoors doesn’t sell guns at all. Instead, they focus on the train-
range time. According to Sarah Winkler, an instructor with TWAW,
ing, recreational, and entertainment aspects of shooting. Just
“Shoot Indoors is the perfect place to introduce people to fire-
as Topgolf was designed for non-golfers, Shoot Indoors was
arms. A while back, we started to teach the shooting portion of
designed for non-shooters. This might sound strange, but it’s
our class at Shoot Indoors Broomfield. I was so impressed by how CONTINUED >
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LOCALLY OWNED (CONTINUED)
“I wou ld say a bout 95% of the people I have
taug ht over the past yea r a nd a ha l f a re
lad ies. Shoot I ndoors wou ld go a bove a nd
beyond ma k i ng them feel welcome.”
Sarah Winkler, Instructor, The Well-Armed Woman
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accommodating they were to my clients. I would say about
“Earlier this year I started teaching the Women’s Intro to
95% of the people I have taught over the past year and a
Pistol there. It has been the most rewarding job I have
half are ladies. Shoot Indoors would go above and beyond
had. It’s amazing to see the ladies I teach build so much
making them feel welcome. I would bring timid shooters
confidence in a short amount of time. I have women who
into the range just to let them hear the noise level. They
come to my class who have fired before and would just
would even offer to stop the shooting on the range so my
like to get back into it, and I have had women come to my
one nervous shooter could fire a few rounds without the
class that are absolutely terrified. I have had survivors
sound of all of the other guns firing.”
of domestic violence, women who have filed restrain-
With gun ownership growing in the United States, it’s
ing orders against their stalkers. One thing that these
more important than ever for people to get educated and
women have in common, they want to have some power
feel safe and confident around firearms. Sarah continues:
over their situation.”
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With the increase in female participation, it’s common
range time for them is only $10. General manager Tod Barry
to hear remarks about how women seem to be natural
points out that this is a very popular time and provides the
marksmen. The best students are the ones without pre-
“rare opportunity to try a bunch of different rentals to see
conceived notions or bad habits. Any instructor will tell
what you enjoy shooting while with a group of your friends.”
you starting with a blank canvas is the fastest way to hit-
The Shoot Indoors instructors are also onhand on Thursday
ting the bullseye. New shooters are a perfect candidate,
nights to provide free tips on the range.
and instructors also point out that the female shooters
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INSPIRED BY BEN HIGGINS TALKS COFFEE, HOPE & HUMANITY, AND WHAT IT MEANS TO BE THANKFUL
Living a Purposeful Life
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PROBABLY BEST KNOWN FOR BEING LEAD #20 IN THE
CL: ARE THERE THINGS YOU DO, OR MAN-
BACHELOR, THERE IS SO MUCH MORE TO BEN HIGGINS
TRAS YOU LIVE BY ON A DAILY BASIS?
THAN BEING ONE OF AMERICA’S REALITY TV SWEET-
BH: I don’t wake up going “today is going to be
HEARTS, SUCH AS HIS DEEP PASSION FOR MAKING
a good day.” I’ve found that some of the worst
MOVES TO “MULTIPLY GOOD IN THE WORLD.”
days have taught me the most. They’ve built
Since his time on The Bachelor, Ben has taken the opportu-
grit, character, resolve, and a story that will not
nity to use his fame to create not one, but two inspiring pod-
only help me, but allow me to be more empa-
casts, publish a successful autobiography, while also elevating
thetic and loving.
awareness of his “for-purpose” Generous Coffee brand. We sat
I did a speaking tour 4 years ago for high school
down with him (virtually) to reflect on all that he has accom-
students. At one moment during the speech I got
plished in this season of “thankfulness.”
emotional speaking about purpose; all of a sudden it was like this reeI of my life went through my
CL: WHAT DOES THE TERM ‘THANKFUL’ OR ‘GRATEFUL’
head where these little, small moments led me to
MEAN TO YOU?
that point in time to speak with this group.
BH: It may sound corny and cliche, but when I think of gratitude,
I try to sit in those moments daily and remem-
it’s an every day break to look at where my life sits and to be
ber the things that got me here, what I’ve learned
thankful for the friends and family around me and the things that
along the way that I can celebrate, and what
I am able to be a part of.
keeps me thankful.
We believe that people enjoy drinking life-changing coffee that has a story behind it over their regular cup of coffee.
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INSPIRED BY (CONTINUED) CL: TELL US ABOUT WHAT YOU ARE
When the show [The Bachelor] hap-
MOST PROUD OF OR INSPIRED BY?
pened, our fundraising increased 500%
BH: I’m proud that my podcast Hope Still
within a year and that was awesome, but
Wins and my book Alone in Plain Sight both
we also knew that it probably wasn’t going
play a part in getting resources for help to
to last. We asked ourselves how we can
those who need it. One of the ways I love to
make funding this non-profit more sustain-
connect with others is to connect them with
able, and we came up with the idea that we
stories of other people that I’ve been able to
could start a for-profit business and call
be a part of. For example, in my book I high-
ourselves “for-purpose.” The founders were
lighted a girl named Annie who was 23 and
financially-able enough to donate 100% of
had two weeks to live — she was dying from
our profits to nonprofits now that we had
cystic fibrosis when I interviewed her. I got
the platform to do it.
to talk to her about the end of life and what messages she would share. I’m often asked, ‘what is this whole thing about for you, what is your mission in all of
Plus, we believe that people enjoy drinking life-changing coffee that has a story behind it over their regular cup of coffee.
this?’ Selfishly, I just want to be a part of really cool stories that I believe are good and
CL: WHAT ARE YOUR
healing. And my filter on whether they are
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good or not comes from my faith. I just want
FOR PEOPLE TO
to be a part of stories of loving others and
GIVE BACK IN THEIR
loving God well.
COMMUNITY? BH: At Generous we
CL: DO YOU THINK ABOUT THE LEGACY
have
YOU WANT TO LEAVE BEHIND?
investing
BH: I want to be known as someone who
human-facing injustice,
gave more than I took, as someone who
and we do that because
cared deeply for those around me and that
that was the thing that
loved others and God well. If I could choose
angered us the most.
always in
enjoyed fighting
the memories of my kids, grandkids, friends
I think everybody can
and family, it would be to remember that Ben
figure out what they can
People matter and have value. There’s a purpose for the life we are living and when people get out and care for others well the world is a better place. Stay curious; look left and right at the needs around you and use your impact to be a community maker. That’s the message I’d like to share.
lived a life where he loved others really, really
do in their local commu-
well and he sacrificed a lot to do that.
nities by asking the same question: What is it around me that makes me the angriest?
CL: HOW DID GENEROUS
Maybe it’s people without homes, maybe it’s
COFFEE BEGIN?
animals or the environment. What emotional
BH: The idea came in July of 2017 and we
pull is it? Go after that.
launched in January of 2018. When I was
There’s a purpose for the life we are living
15 years old I went to Central America; our
and when people get out and care for others
hearts were broken and eyes were opened
well the world is a better place. Stay curious;
to the lack of strategy behind mission and
look at the needs around you and use your
non-profit work.
impact to be a community maker. That’s the
My buddy who was also on that trip started a non-profit called Humanity & Hope United Foundation. The idea is that we can
message I’d like to share. Plus, you can do that sitting on your couch drinking a great cup of Generous Coffee.
ask people within these communities, how can we help? The goal was a partnership
With over 1.2mm Instagram followers, Ben Hig-
for perpetuity — to help them increase their
gins is co-founder of @generous_coffee_, au-
education programs, their healthcare, but be
thor of #AloneinPlainSight, host of @hopestill-
led by them.
wins, and co-host of @almost_famouspodcast.
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FOOD & WINE
H O L I D AY WINE PA I R I N G S PERFECT PALATES FROM JENNIFER INGELLIS, DIRECTOR OF PROCUREMENT AT TASTING ROOM + PAIRINGS FOR YOUR CLASSIC FAMILY THANKSGIVING DISHES
CHARDONNAY + GRANDPA’S PUMPKIN SOUP
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TASTING ROOM IS THE WORLD’S FIRST PERSONALIZED WINE CLUB. Tasting Room starts by sending you a selection of fine wines in miniature bottles, then guides you through a quick, fun, interactive tasting. This allows you—and them—to discover what type of wine you love. After completing your tasting you’ll receive regular shipments of full-size bottles of wine selected to match your preferences—all at substantial savings.TastingRoom.com.
MOSCATO D’ASTI + GRANDMA’S PUMPKIN PIE
WHITES Rich,
full-bodied
whites
like
Chardonnay, Viognier, Gewürztraminer and Rhône White Blends pair delightfully with many of the dishes found on the Thanksgiving table. For example, pumpkin soup or butternut squash with brown butter and sage is a delicious match for a richly textured Chardonnay. The warmer spices of autumn, like nutmeg, cinnamon and clove, are complementary to this style of wine, as many have similar notes interwoven with toasted oak nuances.
REDS Pinot Noir, Beaujolais and lighter bodied Cabernet Franc from the Loire Valley make excellent companions to the savory, herb-inflected dishes at a typical Thanksgiving feast. The elevated acidity, as well as the nuances of mushroom and dried herbs, make these wines stellar accompaniments, keeping your palate refreshed while elevating the complementary notes found in the food.
ROSÉS In years past, most people wouldn’t think to pull out their favorite rosé to
LAMBRUSCO + MOM’S SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE
pair with Thanksgiving dinner, but it’s actually a fantastic wine to have handy this time of year. Fuller-bodied rosé made with Grenache, Syrah and Cabernet Franc are excellent matches for the richer foods that make their way to the holiday table, the juicy acidity keeping your palate from becoming tired and overwhelmed from all the sumptuous dishes.
Wine pairings courtesy of Wine Folly’s Thanksgiving Wine Survival Guide WineFolly.com
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REALTY REPORT NEIGHBORHOOD
REALTY REPORT BROOMFIELD
ORIGINAL PRICE
SOLD PRICE
%SOLD/ORIG
DOM
BDRMS
BATHS
Anthem
$885,000.00
$915,000.00
103%
14
3
3
Anthem
$1,200,000.00
$1,200,000.00
100%
27
6
4
Anthem
$1,495,000.00
$1,495,000.00
100%
42
5
6
Anthem Highlands
$999,000.00
$1,026,000.00
103%
27
4
5
Anthem Highlands
$1,100,000.00
$1,100,000.00
100%
39
4
4
Anthem Highlands
$1,200,000.00
$1,175,000.00
98%
57
5
4
Anthem Ranch
$879,000.00
$925,000.00
105%
45
3
3
Anthem Ranch
$1,150,000.00
$1,350,000.00
117%
37
4
4
Broadlands
$816,000.00
$830,000.00
102%
34
4
4
Broadlands
$897,000.00
$928,000.00
103%
64
4
4
Broadlands
$1,249,900.00
$1,150,000.00
92%
41
5
4
Broomfield Country Club
$829,500.00
$880,000.00
106%
34
5
4
Broomfield Country Club
$975,000.00
$985,000.00
101%
40
6
5
Eagle Trace
$938,888.00
$920,000.00
98%
66
6
5
Lambertson Farms
$699,000.00
$750,000.00
107%
24
4
5
McKay Landing
$825,000.00
$855,000.00
104%
36
6
5
Miramonte Farm
$749,999.00
$779,000.00
104%
48
5
4
Miramonte Farm
$750,000.00
$775,000.00
103%
31
4
3
Pony Estates
$789,000.00
$750,000.00
95%
86
3
3
Ridgeview Heights
$769,900.00
$790,000.00
103%
27
6
3
Skystone
$775,000.00
$750,000.00
97%
62
2
2
Sunnyslope Estates
$879,000.00
$879,000.00
100%
97
4
3
Wildgrass
$875,000.00
$961,000.00
110%
43
5
4
Wildgrass
$1,150,000.00
$1,200,000.00
104%
61
4
4
$1,500,000.00
$1,650,000.00
110%
35
5
4
Wildgrass
This reflects a 30 day time period prior to our print deadline. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and not a complete list of all activity. *DOM=Days on Market
Mary Oskay
GRI
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NOVEMBER
LIFESTYLE CALENDAR
ALL MONTH!
be distributed through their Resource
covering Traditional Honky Tonk
Center and Agency Partners.
Country Music!
FRIENDSGIVING
For more information on the many
Enjoy lively, festive music from 2pm
ways to help, please email Programs@
- 5pm!
Online campaign
APreciousChild.org
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FRIENDS is a nonprofit organization providing support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through Day, Residential, Social & Travel, and Supported Employment programs. There’s no better way to show
3 & DEC 1 FATHERING TOGETHER - OPEN TO ALL DADS!
Parkside Community Center, 3624
The Source Health Center, 956 W.
Parkside Center Drive, Broomfield
gratitude than to pay it forward! If
Cherry St. #103 | Louisville, CO 80027
Stroll, walk, jog, or run, join us for a
you are interested in making your
Attention
Fathering
beautiful morning in the Anthem
Thanksgiving a “FRIENDSgiving” this
Together is a place for dads to get
Community! Experience the vast
holiday season please contact Rabin
together in a relaxed atmosphere to
open space and breathtaking views.
at rwalters@friendsofbroomfield.org.
share experiences, ideas, and plan
It takes a village, and what better
activities for their families as a group.
way to support your local nonprofits
If being the best dad you can be,
than to show some love to one or all
making friends, learning new things,
three of the race beneficiaries; CASA
and getting more involved in the
Broomfield, A Precious Child, and/or
community is on your radar, be here!
Broomfield FISH!
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9, 10, 16, & 17
A PRECIOUS CHILD'S 13TH ANNUAL GALA
THRIVE OFFERS FREE VIRTUAL EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP
Jesus Christ by providing food to
'A
organiza-
November 9th, 10th, 16th, & 17th from
the hungry and needy people of the
tion is hosting their 13th Annual
9am – 3pm. Finding a good job can be
North Denver area.
Gala, Presented By RBC Wealth
hard, but you on’t have to do it alone.
Hours:
Management.
+ Tuesdays: 10am-4pm + Wednesdays: 10am-2pm + Thursdays: 7am-12pm
is “Together,
Call or email for more details about
donors have made
provide
more about participation or becoming
volunteering and donating!
opportunities and resources for
an employment coach, go to www.
Phone: (303) 466-2115
children in need.
Thrivecolorado.org
Email: info@NorthDenverCares.org
Although in-person tickets are sold
OPEN TUES, WED, THURS, HOURS VARY NORTH DENVER CARES - A GREAT PLACE TO VOLUNTEER!
6900 W. 117th Ave, #700W Broomfield, CO 80020
Our Mission: To model the love of
All
Dads!
Virtual
Precious
Child'
ONLINE www.Thrivecolorado.org
The
2021
theme
This 4-day virtual workshop will help
We
Can
Move
you develop and practice skills to find
the
and keep a job while experiencing
strides the organization and their
hope and transformation. To learn
Mountains,”
in
honor to
of
out, there are still virtual tickets avail-
1 - DEC 10 A PRECIOUS CHILD'S ANNUAL PRECIOUS GIFT HOLIDAY DRIVE Visit Website to Participate
From November 1st - December 10th, 'A Precious Child' organization is giving
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ANTHEM CLASSIC 5K/5MILER & FUNDRAISER
able on their website.
ALL DAY!
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LADIES DAY AT SHOOT INDOORS!
LIVE MUSIC NIGHT AT RAILS END BEER CO
DAY at the range featuring FREE gun
1 Park St. Broomfield, CO 80020
Every Thursday is Ladies’ Day ALL rentals with our instructors on hand
Rails End Beer Co I 11625 Reed Ct
providing tips. Come Shoot Indoors
you the opportunity to make a child's
Unit B Broomfield, CO 80020
with friends here at the top indoor
holiday season! Please consider donat-
Live Music Night at Rails End Beer
shooting range the Denver metro
ing new toys, gift cards, and gifts to
Co.
area right here in Broomfield!
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featuring Eric
Golden
Duo
12 COMEDY NIGHT IN WONDERLAND! Wonderland Brewing Co. I 5450 West 120th Avenue Broomfield, CO 80020
Wonderland's stand-up comedy show features a stellar line up of Colorado's best comedians, hosted by DeadRoom Comedy.
10 OFF %
Grab
a
beverage,
and
catch the 7pm show, or the later at
for active or retired Military, First Responders and Seniors
9pm! Purchase tickets on website.
12 291 COLORADO BOURBON TASTING @THE PARK WINE & SPIRITS 11410 Via Varra Suite 200, Broomfield, CO 80020
Hear the story behind Distillery 291 & 291 Colorado Whiskey, learn about their products, how they are made and taste each one. Tasting Flight includes samples of our 7 flagship whiskey, 1 flagship liqueur.
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SERVICES
TURKEY & HAM DRIVE AT BROOMFIELD FISH
Residential Mitigation / Commercial Mitigation Radon Testing / Sump Pump Install Crawl Space Encapsulation
Broomfield FISH - 6 Garden Center, Broomfield
Our Turkey & Ham Drive is just around the corner, help us stock up for the holidays!
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Ian installed our radon mitigation system quickly and for half the price another company was going to charge! - Kelsey Searcy
Ian was very professional and did a quality job with the install. - Ray Churgovich
INVENTHQ DROP IN!
6 Garden Center 2nd floor Broomfield CO 80020
inventHQ is the Broomfield Library's makerspace. It is a place to invent, learn, play, and build community. Programming is offered for all ages and a wide variety of interests. Tools
Scan to Learn More
in the space include a laser cut-
(720) 812-2131
ter, 3D printers, digital embroidery
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NOVEMBER
LIFESTYLE CALENDAR machines, sewing machines, electronic cutters, small board electronics, and more!
19 KID’S NITE OUT - OUT OF THIS WORLD NIGHT
Paul Derda Recreation Center (PDRC)
13201 Lowell Blvd Broomfield CO 80020
ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
+ Astronaut Scavenger Hunt + Alien NERF Arena (Please leave your NERF at home!)
+ Make Moon Dough + Launch Pad Long Jump + Galactic Hair Color
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2ND ANNUAL GOBBLE WOBBLE!
Crescent Grange - 7901 W 120th Ave, Broomfield, CO 80020
Presented
by Rocky
Mountain
Martial Arts Front Range! Join the 2nd Annual Gobble Wobble A community workout for all ages and abilities in preparation of Thanksgiving and to raise funds for Broomfield FISH! Check out our web site and FB page for more information!
20 COLORADO CONSERVATORY OF DANCE PRESENTS... Performing Arts Complex at PCS
CCD Presents Denver Young Artists Orchestra and CCD’s acclaimed Anti-Bullying Ballet with live music composed by Florence Price. Adapted from the award-winning children’s book, “My Secret Bully” by Trudy Ludwig, CCD’s ballet empowers youth to go beyond bystander by reinforcing safe, effective, and caring behaviors. Tickets are FREE for students and educators. Use code CCD2021 for 25% off. 32
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25 BROOMFIELD TURKEY DAY 5K Broomfield County Commons I 13200 Sheridan Boulevard, Broomfield, CO 80020
Start Turkey Day with a bang with Broomfield's
own
Turkey
Trot!
See schedule below and ticket details online at: https://runsignup.com/Race/CO/Broomfield/ BroomfieldTurkeyDay
+ 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM: Open + 8:30 AM: Kids Run + 9:00 AM: 10k and 5k Start + 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Expo area open to spectators and racers
+ 9:55 AM: 5k Awards + 10:30 AM: 10k Awards
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individualized burial and cremation
IMMERSIVE VAN GOGH
navigating this part of their journey.
Lighthouse Denver, 3900 Elati Street
care and support for every family
With the help of 60,600 frames of video, 90,000,000 pixels, and 500,000+ cubic feet of projections, this captivating digital art exhibit merges state-of-the-art technology, theatrical storytelling, and worldclass animation. It gives guests the rare opportunity to "step inside" and experience the incredible post-Impressionist works of Van Gogh like never before.
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DRIVER’S NOTEBOOK
G E T C R AC K I N ’ ( B E F O R E YO U R G L A S S D O E S ) O N YO U R W I N D S H I E LD R E PA I R S !
A SMALL CHIP OR CRACK IN YOUR WINDSHIELD CAN BECOME A BIG PROBLEM QUICKLY.
YOUR WINDSHIELD IS LIKELY SOMETHING YOU TAKE FOR GRANTED UNTIL DRIVING BECOMES UNBEARABLE. As winter quickly approaches, the local experts at Van Go Auto Glass have a few tips to help you handle your auto glass needs with confidence in harsh Colorado conditions!
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C H E C K YO U R I N S U R A N C E P O L I C Y.
If you have comprehensive coverage, then auto glass repairs will not drive up your premium! In the state of Colorado, you can receive a ticket for a crack ARTICLE LAUREN HENDRICK | PHOTOGRAPHY BROOMFIELD LIFESTYLE
across your windshield that may impede your sight.
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Keep yourself safe and insured by electing glass coverage on your plan!
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I N S P E C T YO U R WINDSHIELD.
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CONSIDER WORKING WITH A L O C A L A U T O G L A S S E X P E R T.
Any chips or cracking in your auto glass need to be
Your auto insurance company may not refer you to a
filled sooner rather than later. As cold fronts come
local shop. Working with a local shop such as Van Go
in, so does exposure to excessive moisture. Freezing
Auto Glass, you can count on personalized service! The
temperatures cause moisture in cracks to freeze and
experts at Van Go pay attention to the details, and will
expand, causing even the smallest cracks to grow in
go the extra mile for you. Need a ride to work while your
a very short period of time.
windshield is being repaired? No problem!
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BLOCK E XCE SSIVE MOISTURE .
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S AV E T I M E B Y H AV I N G YO U R I N F O R M AT I O N R E A DY.
To help block excessive moisture exposure, carry
Grab your VIN number, then give us a call! This helps
clear tape to patch chips on the windshield until you
to quickly find the right parts for your specific vehicle.
can schedule an appointment for repairs. Also, avoid
For example, there are 17 different types of windshields
washing your car before your auto glass appointment.
associated with the Jeep Compass!
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