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LIFESTYLE LETTER
Dear Arvada Community,
This month’s issue of Arvada Lifestyle is all about “local love.” To me, that means celebrating everything and everyone close to home—from the amazing small businesses in our area to the cherished moments under your own roof.
Imagine starting your day with a coffee from House of J’s Coffee, shopping in Olde Town, then ending the day by heading home for a cozy game night with the family. Or treating yourself to a bottle of wine from Silver Vines Winery and a charcuterie board from Amazing Graze Charcuterie Co. inside Freedom Street Social for the perfect movie night in. These small choices don’t just create memories—they strengthen our community and remind us how much there is to love right here in Arvada.
This issue is packed with stories about local people and businesses who focus on giving back and making a difference. From discovering your new favorite hangout spot to meeting individuals who care deeply about our community, you’ll see why Arvada is such a special place to call home.
Sharing these stories is one of my favorite parts of working on this magazine, and it’s just one more reason I love living here. I hope this issue inspires you to love local in every way.
With gratitude,
LYNN DAVIS, PUBLICATION DIRECTOR, SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR @ARVADALIFESTYLEMAGAZINE
February 2025
PUBLISHER
Cody Sturma | cody.sturma@citylifestyle.com
PUBLICATION DIRECTOR
Lynn Davis | lynn.davis@citylifestyle.com
SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR
Lynn Davis | lynn.davis@citylifestyle.com
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Michelle Parnell, Lynn Davis, Valerie Bianculli, Bailey Hall
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS
Rachel Audette, The Carroll-Kessler Team
Corporate Team
CEO Steven Schowengerdt
COO Matthew Perry
CRO Jamie Pentz
CTO Ajay Krishnan
VP OF OPERATIONS Janeane Thompson
VP OF FRANCHISE DEVELOPMENT Erika Smiley
AD DESIGNER Josh Govero
LAYOUT DESIGNER Antanette Ray
QUALITY CONTROL SPECIALIST Megan Cagle
1: Fade It Golf & Social Club hosted a Wine Tasting to benefit The Tivis Project. 2: Guests were
Photography by Fade It Golf & Social Club
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1: Owner Jenny Mears and teacher Becca Eustance at Arvada Barre’s festive Mingle & Jingle Workshop. 2: Guests made holiday wreaths from Prive Events and savored appetizers from The Butchery. 3: Guests took home wreaths and holiday spirit from Arvada Barre to share with loved ones. Photography by Arvada Barre
1: The Bluegrass Coffee & Bourbon Lounge in Olde Town hosted its annual holiday pop-up, NOEL. 2: Guests sipped, painted, and created holiday masterpieces with local artist Faviola during NOEL’s festive event. 3: With a month full of events, NOEL draws everyone in Arvada to celebrate the season each year. Photography by JPiper Branding & Design Agency
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Jennings AV: Expanding Service with a New Fleet
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New Open Gym and Boutique Hours at Arvada Barre
Arvada Barre now offers Open Gym and Boutique Hours on Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 AM to 3 PM. Enjoy self-guided gym time with no instructor present, perfect for working toward your goals. Members attend for free, and dropins are $15. While you're there, explore the boutique for stylish finds.
Exciting Updates at The Arvada Center
The Arvada Center kicked off 2025 with a renovation of its Box Office space. This project creates a more welcoming environment for visitors and an improved workspace for staff. Made possible through a partnership with the City of Arvada, the renovation reflects the Center’s commitment to enhancing the visitor experience.
Photography by Jennings AV
Photography by Arvada Barre
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We have such amazing, innovative business leaders in our community who are proud to serve you, our residents, with class and quality. We’ve compiled some of our top company picks for the services that might be on your mind this month in an effort to make your lives a little easier.
Florist
Olde Town Flower Shoppe oldetownflowers.com | 303.424.3033
Mossholder's Floral mossholdersfloralarvada.com | 303.940.6914
The Growing Company growingcompany.com | 303.431.7500
Ramah ramahhome.com | 303.422.7758
Cherry Blossoms Florist cherryblossomsflorist.com | 303.422.5650
Date Nights
Marmalade Lounge marmaladelounge.com | 720.452.2587
Silver Vines Winery silvervineswinery.com | 303.456.5212
The Butchery- Steaks, Chops & Seafood thebutcheryarvada.com | 303.425.1962
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Luke's, A Steak Place lukessteakplace.com | 303.422.3300
Stone Cellar Bistro stonecellarbistro.com | 720.630.7908
THE CARROLLKessler Team
FAMILY VALUES AT THE HEART OF EVERY HOME
ARTICLE BY VALERIE BIANCULLI
PHOTOGRAPHY BY THE CARROLL-KESSLER TEAM
Meet Katie and Jordan Kessler, the husband-andwife duo behind The Carroll-Kessler Team, where real estate is more than a business; it’s a family tradition rooted in community connection. With deep ties to Arvada and a combined 42 years of experience, their philosophy revolves around a simple yet powerful idea: family.
Katie, a third-generation realtor, carries forward a proud family legacy. Her grandmother, Rose Carroll, and father Jim Carroll were educators before transitioning to real estate, a background that inspired their team’s slogan, “We Do More Homework.” Katie’s upbringing in Arvada and Jordan’s roots in neighboring Broomfield anchor their business in local expertise.
Their team’s familial bonds extend beyond blood ties. Jim and Kathy Carroll co-own their Keller Williams office in Olde Town Arvada. Longtime friend and team member TJ Carvalho, who shares their core values, rounds out the group with his expertise as a licensed appraiser. Together, they operate a business where 98% of clients come through referrals, a testament to their trusted reputation.
The Kesslers are deeply invested in giving back to their community. Through initiatives like their annual Veterans Day Breakfast and food drives, they have made a tangible impact, collecting over 1,100 pounds of food and $850 in donations for Arvada’s Community Table last year alone. They also organize beloved events such as Easter egg hunts, Fourth of July parades, and Pictures with Santa, creating opportunities for neighbors to come together.
The Carroll-Kessler Team
Their commitment extends to charitable giving, with a portion of every transaction supporting KW Cares and their own initiatives to assist those in need.
Katie even incorporates philanthropy into her personal pursuits, often pairing her running races with meaningful fundraising efforts.
The Carroll-Kessler team goes beyond traditional real estate services to help homeowners maximize property value. “Staging is key,” explains Katie, who holds a Home Staging designation. Their team provides complimentary staging services, complete with a full warehouse of furnishings, to highlight a property’s best features. “Staged homes photograph better, attract more interest, and often sell faster and for higher offers,” she adds.
Jordan’s background in residential and commercial contracting further enhances their ability to guide homeowners on cost-effective updates. They even offer a concierge program to front the cost of improvements, ensuring sellers capture maximum equity. As Jordan notes, “Condition is crucial in today’s market, where buyers’ budgets are stretched thin by higher interest rates.”
For first-time buyers, The Carroll-Kessler Team serves as knowledgeable and honest guides. Drawing on their local expertise, they help clients identify neighborhoods and homes that best fit their needs and long-term goals. “We won’t let them buy a
“Watching how he grew his business taught me to approach every transaction with integrity and always do the right thing.”
home just to buy a home. Our goal is to set them up for success and equity growth,” says Jordan.
“My father is one of the most positive people I’ve ever met,” Katie shares. “He taught me to keep a positive attitude and remain optimistic. The good days will always outweigh the bad in real estate.” Jordan echoes this sentiment: “My father-in-law gave me a book called The Honest Real Estate Agent. Watching how he grew his business taught me to approach every transaction with integrity and always do the right thing.”
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YOUR DIGITAL DESTINATION FOR LOCAL LIVING
GOLF & SOCIAL CLUB
Bring golf indoors and book indoor tee time with your friends at Fade It Golf & Social Club
ARVADA’S GATHERING PLACE FOR GREAT TIMES AND A LITTLE FRIENDLY COMPETITION
Last year, Coe and Magan Kunz set out to combine Magan’s passion for bringing people together and Coe’s passion for sharing the love of golf with others when they opened Fade It Golf & Social Club, a new sports entertainment facility.
“Golf is something that comes naturally to me. I’ve been in the golf business for about thirty years between instructing and playing, and I enjoy sharing that knowledge with people who want to improve their game,” shared Coe. “When we built
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BY MICHELLE PARNELL PHOTOGRAPHY BY RACHEL AUDETTE
Owners Coe and Magan Kunz with their daughters, Kateri and Adelaide Kunz.
this new facility, we made it into more of a sports entertainment space with a bar to have cocktails, simulators, and other games where people can have parties, tournaments, leagues, corporate events, and birthday parties.”
The state-of-the-art golf simulators provide players of all skill sets with a seemingly
endless number of courses to play as they work to improve their game, but the couple wanted to go a step further and provide the community with a gathering place to enjoy activities other than golf.
“I love bringing people together and our goal is to go beyond golf and bring something that the community can come in
and have different events and activities,” added Magan. “We have pool tables, darts, boss toss, ping pong, and a kids’ corner where we have some younger kid toys activities. We also have an amazing patio for people to sit and enjoy. It’s just a great place to hang out.”
As natives of Arvada, Coe and Magan continually nurture a close connection with the community and intentionally create an atmosphere for residents to gather and build relationships. Since opening, Fade It has hosted chili cookoffs,
“IT’S JUST A GREAT PLACE TO HANG OUT.”
watch parties for sporting events, wine tastings, a Christmas market, car shows, and nonprofit events. With eleven high-definition televisions, lots of seating, and all the fun activities, this year’s Super Bowl Party makes Fade It the place to be on Super Bowl Sunday! The future of the club includes developing in-house golf leagues, individual and corporate membership plans for simulator use, and more community events.
The couple also supports local growth and development through hosting food
trucks for patrons to enjoy and opening the space for small business pop-ups. “We're a small business and we want to help promote other small businesses as well,” said Magan. “We very much believe in small businesses supporting each other and building each other up, so we like to collaborate with other small businesses.”
Another way Coe and Magan give back to the Arvada community is through their nonprofit organization, The Tivis Project, which provides ongoing support and comfort to grieving families who have lost babies and infants through miscarriages, stillbirths, early infant losses, and sudden infant death syndrome. “We give a tote to the family that has different keepsakes for the baby that they've lost,” shared Magan. “It’s recognition for moms, dads, and siblings that have lost those family members. We also mail them cards and do random acts of kindness in honor of the babies.”
From creating a welcoming environment to hosting community events to giving back to the Arvada community, Coe and Magan show their local love in so many ways. “We want to see the development and growth of Arvada continue to be something positive,” said Magan. “Not forgetting where we came from but also welcoming the people who are new to Arvada.”
To see all that Fade It Golf & Social Club has to offer, stop by 14701 W 65th Way Suite 12 in Arvada. For more information and to book a simulator tee time, visit www.fadeitgolfandsocialclub.com or call 720-381-0849.
STAY CONNECTED TO YOUR COMMUNITY
ARTICLE BY BAILEY HALL | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED
Building the Perfect Bouquet
Valentine’s Day can be celebrated in many ways. Some people choose to go out for dinner and a movie, others hire a private chef for a romantic meal at home, some buy chocolates and find a fun activity in town, and some couples go out of town for an exciting getaway! One Valentine’s Day staple is giving a bouquet of flowers to someone special. Flowers are the gift that say I love you and can be given to your spouse, children, and mom. As a child, my father always got me roses on Valentine’s Day until I met my husband and he took over the tradition. A bouquet of flowers can say many things as each flower has a different meaning. If you’re wanting to say something special to the ones you love this Valentine’s Day, take a look at our list of three popular flowers, what they mean, and what flowers to pair them with.
Roses
LOVE & ROMANCE
Roses are by far the most popular flower to give on Valentine’s Day. They are beautiful by themselves or you can add Baby’s Breath to enhance the bouquet. These two make a romantic bouquet and are the perfect flowers to give to someone special.
Lilies
PURITY & FERTILITY
Lilies come in a variety of colors and are eye-catching! For a softer looking bouquet, pair your lilies with carnations. These two combined are fun and heartwarming and are a great gift for anyone.
Tulips
PERFECT FOR DEEP LOVE
A bouquet of tulips will brighten any space! Adding some Ranunculus, also known as buttercup, will complement the tulips wonderfully. These flowers have a refreshing look that will decorate any home beautifully in a crystal vase.
STRAWBERRY CHOCOLATE HEART POPS
ARTICLE BY LYNN DAVIS
A Sweet and Simple Treat for Valentine’s Day!
Ingredients:
• Fresh strawberries (large)
• Melting chocolate (dark, milk, or white)
• Sprinkles, crushed nuts, or shredded coconut (optional)
• Lollipop sticks or skewers
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Strawberries: Wash and dry the strawberries thoroughly. Cut off the tops and slice each strawberry in half. Arrange the halves into a heart shape with the flat sides touching.
2. Insert Sticks: Gently insert a lollipop stick or skewer through the center to secure the heart shape.
3. Melt Chocolate: Melt the chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
4. Dip & Decorate: Dip each strawberry heart pop into the melted chocolate, letting the excess drip off. Sprinkle with your choice of toppings while the chocolate is still wet.
5. Set: Place the pops on parchment paper and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes, or until the chocolate hardens.
6. Serve: Share these adorable treats with your Valentine!
FEBRUARY 4TH, 11TH, AND 18TH
events
A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
Tuesday Trivia at Freedom Street Social
Freedom Street Social, 15177 Candelas Parkway Arvada, CO 80007 | 7:00 PM
Join Freedom Street Social for Trivia Tuesdays from 7:00–9:00 PM. Enjoy an evening of friendly competition paired with discounted tacos.
FEBRUARY 5TH
Teen Hang Out at Standley Lake Library
Standley Lake Library, 8485 Kipling St. Arvada, CO 80005 | 4:00 PM
Relax, create, and connect with other teens from 4:00 - 5:00 PM at the library. Enjoy snacks, games, DIY projects, and stress-free fun. Watch your favorite shows, share your music, and explore new activities each month.
FEBRUARY 9TH
Fade It Golf & Social Club Super Bowl Watch Party
Fade It Golf & Social Club, 14701 W 65th Way Arvada, CO 80004
Catch the big game at Fade It Golf & Social Club's Super Bowl Watch Party. Enjoy indoor virtual golf, pool, snacks, and plenty of fun. Celebrate with friends while cheering on your favorite team.
FEBRUARY 9TH
Valentine's Day Bash
Simms Street Recreation Center, 11706 W. 82nd Ave. Arvada, CO 80005 | 1:30 PM
Celebrate love at Simms Street Recreation Center’s Valentine’s Day event. Have fun with ninja courses, bounce houses, gymnastics, games, crafts, and photo opportunities. Each participant receives a special Valentine’s goodie bag. Two sessions, 1:30 PM and 3:30 PM.
FEBRUARY 14TH - MARCH 30TH
Clybourne Park Presented by the Arvada Center
Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. Arvada, CO 80003
Don’t miss Clybourne Park at The Arvada Center this February. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award for Best Play, this razor-sharp satire by Bruce Norris explores race, housing, and gentrification with unflinching humor. Loosely inspired by A Raisin in the Sun, this thought-provoking comedy leaves no topic untouched. Visit arvadacenter.org for tickets and performance dates.
FEBRUARY 22ND
Arvada Winterfest 2025
Olde Town Square, 5726 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. Arvada, CO 80002 | 11:00 AM
Attend Winterfest, a free outdoor multicultural celebration, on February 22, 2025, in Olde Town Arvada from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Enjoy live performances, ice-sculpting demonstrations, craft vendors, food trucks, a beer garden, and more.
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