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Editor's Letter

Sweet September.

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s summer days of Slip and Slides and Popsicles are now relegated to weekend activities, we look to one last holiday to close out the summer. For our family, September in Colorado is a memorable time. Last week marked the three-year anniversary of our relocation from Kansas City. Aside from missing our family, the decision to head west was relatively easy. Selling our house and two businesses while being pregnant with our third child was not quite as easy, but where there’s a will, there’s a way.

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administrative coordinator Keeley Mahanes | KMahanes@LifestylePubs.com

advertising sales Kevin Kieras, Katie Sznewajs

managing editor Kate Manz | KManz@LifestylePubs.com

editorial director Dana Lapinel | Dana.Lapinel@LifestylePubs.com

There are many things to love about Colorado in September. As the warm summer nights give way to crisp fall temperatures, the transition in wardrobes has always been enjoyable for me. This issue was truly a community endeavor. Where else can you round up an Aston Martin and a $60,000,000 jet for a photo shoot in less than 24 hours? We are so thankful for everyone who pitched in their time and resources.

contributing writers Colleen Kelly, Laura Krudener, Emily O’Brien, Lacey Spruce, Ryan Wanger

contributing photographers Lisa Doan, Sara Ford, Coleen Kelly, Jaq Poussot, Elle Whiteside

Thank you for reading. Make it a great month!

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chief financial officer | DeLand Shore director of marketing | Brad Broockerd art director | Sara Minor ad coordinators | Cyndi Vreeland, Chelsi Hornbaker, Katy James layout designer | Nicole Sylvester copy editor | Kendra Mathewson executive assistant | Lori Cunningham application architect | Michael O’Connell web developer | Hanna Park it director | Randy Aufderheide

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Departments 10

Good Times

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Around Town

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Road Trip

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Home Matters

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Healthy Lifestyle

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Open House

42 What’s Cooking?

46 Lifestyle Calendar 50 Parting Thoughts

22 Red Rocks Fitness

Say hello to your new gym.

24 Finally - Fall Fashion

Our styled shoot takes fall looks to new heights.

30 Instagram Inspirations

Talented locals inspire and teach us with gorgeous glimpses into

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Around Town GOODBIRD KITCHEN COMING TO STAPLETON

LOCAL SMALL BUSINESS HANDCRAFTS FOR LOCAL CHARITIES

GoodBird Kitchen will bring its award-winning fried chicken and fixin’s and Post Brewing Company beer to Stapleton in the spring of 2016. Dave Query, chef/owner of the Big Red F Restaurant Group, has signed a lease on a fantastic space in the new Stanley Aviation Marketplace. GBK will be a smaller, more streamlined version of The Post Brewing Company in Lafayette. It will offer their famous fried and rotisserie bird, local farm fresh sides, homemade pies, and award-winning POST beers. Guests will order at a counter prior to being seated and full service will be available from that point forward.

Dining rooms will feature the same cozy Colorado Mountain-meets -Michigan Roadhouse feel that has made The POST so comfortable for its diners. Prices will start at $7 and top out at $14 for platters, and buckets of chicken and big family meals to-go will be available from walk-up to-go windows. The Stanley Marketplace is a budding urban marketplace on the borders of Stapleton and Aurora. It was once the Stanley Aviation headquarters – where airplane ejector seats were engineered and manufactured – and when it reopens in 2016 it will be a community hub and gathering space with numerous like-minded businesses, a park, a beer hall and more. In addition to GBK, there will be Tootsies the Nail Shoppe, Kismet, wax, Stanley Beer Hall, Endorphin and Kindness Yoga.

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Lauren and Keith Whittier, founders of TenTables.org, initially launched a large giving campaign back in December 2014, selling a limited edition set of handcrafted farm-style tables made from reclaimed snow fencing from the Western plains. Over the course of the inaugural TenTables campaign they donated $5,000 worth of proceeds from their sales to local and national charities. This summer, a unique set of tables made from 130-year-old Cypress planks from an old horse barn, set atop a handmade steel railroad truss base, is the featured item. This set of 10 tables is only available while supplies last; 10 percent of proceeds from each purchase of an eight-foot dining table, will go directly towards funding outdoor adventures for young adults affected by cancer. The mission of First Descents is to “empower them through conquering legitimate outdoor challenges to push their limits and face their fears.” To learn more about the Old Wood Soul "TenTables" program and their partnership with First Descents, head over to TenTables.org.

FLEEPS OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES DESIGN FLEEPS, a Denver-based footwear company, announced that Tuesday, August 3 marked the date of its official product launch and campaign to support women’s education initiatives worldwide through the sale of uniquely designed sandals. Designed to work with any outfit from jeans, to sundresses, to bikinis, FLEEPS provide a unique style that allows the wearer to either dress up or dress down their look. FLEEPS features a ribbed cushion sole, an adjustable cross-ankle strap for stability, and a smooth finish toe thong. FLEEPS operates with the goal of changing the course of poverty through education and invites women to be collaborators in this effort through the purchase of its first line of sandals. FLEEPS is one of the only businesses creating a trend of connecting a for-profit fashion brand with a social improvement initiative to educate and empower girls worldwide. FLEEPS is the brainchild of Kael Robinson, founder and CEO of two other major fashion brands including Brazilets and Live Worldly. A Denver native, Robinson has enjoyed a career in fashion at top design houses such as Vera Wang and Talbots.

Robinson’s passion for travel, girls’ education initiatives, and fashion inspired the creation of FLEEPS and the charity component that acts as the foundation of the brand. FLEEPS are currently available for purchase online at FLEEPS.com.

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JW MARRIOTT LAUNCHES EXECUTIVE LOUNGE The JW Marriott Denver Cherry Creek is pleased to now be offering two new amenities to guests: the Griffin View Executive Lounge and an extensive list of kid-friendly amenities for families visiting with young children. Griffin View is open to guests staying on the JW Denver’s top two Concierge Floors and serves a variety of food daily, including a hearty breakfast each morning and snacks like whole fruit, kasha bars, flavored popcorn, roasted nuts and cookies all day long. From 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. each evening, a variety of hot appetizers will be served. On weekends, guests can start their day with a self-serve Waffle Station complete with syrup, fresh strawberries and whipped cream.

For families, the JW Marriott Denver is excited to now be offering a wide variety of amenities to help little travelers feel a little more at home. All kid guests can receive the following: A custom JW Marriott Denver Coloring & Activity Book that includes a scavenger hunt, word search, coloring, fun facts and crayons. When kids complete the scavenger hunt, they can get a special prize from the Front Desk.

JW Marriott temporary tattoos, JW Marriott rubber ducks, kid sized robes to use while they are here, a kid-friendly in-room dining menu, candy amenity at departure thanking them for being our guest. On Sundays, families can also enjoy the popular Pajama Brunch at the JW’s Second Home Kitchen + Bar. Kids under age eight eat free if wearing their PJ’s and can enjoy supervised movies and activities in the Kids Room while Mom and Dad enjoy a leisurely breakfast.

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ART OF FASHION CAMPAIGN Neiman Marcus is pleased to announce The Art of Fashion campaign featured in the September edition of the book, which was created, photographed and styled entirely by women. The issue’s celebration of women is in keeping with Neiman Marcus’ “Make Some Noise” brand platform aimed to celebrate bold, modern women who are trailblazing in the fields of fashion, art, food, music

and technology. The cover of the book features a collage of all the women who were involved in the production of the publication. To capture the disparately imaginative offerings of The Art of Fashion, Summerton shot some pieces in a romantic, almost surreal setting, but others in a much simpler environment. The overall effect is a striking balance between modern and romantic, feminine and masculine. Summerton’s work has appeared in magazines including W, Vogue Italia and Nippon, and i-D, as well as in campaigns for, among others, Anna Sui, Burberry, Diane von Furstenberg, Dior, Kate Spade, Miu Miu, and Yves Saint Laurent. Designers featured in the fall 2015 campaign includes: Akris, Alexander McQueen, Brunello Cucinelli, Burberry Prorsum, Carolina Herrera, Chanel, Chloe, Christian Louboutin, Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Emilio Pucci, Etro, Gucci, Manolo Blahnik and many more!

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tion to the best in the United States and one of the finest in the world. Additionally, the gift to endow the New World department in 2003 funded curatorial positions in Pre-Columbian and Spanish Colonial art, as well as founded the Frederick and Jan Mayer Center for Pre-Columbian and Spanish Colonial Art. The Mayer Center is committed to increasing awareness and promoting scholarship in Pre-Columbian and Spanish Colonial Art by sponsoring scholarly activities including annual fellowships, study trips and publications.

Furthermore, the Mayers provided a fund to endow the position of the museum’s director in perpetuity. Always supportive of the museum’s larger mission, Mayer has generously given a considerable amount of her time and resources.

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DENVER ART MUSEUM HONORS JAN MAYER The Denver Art Museum will celebrate Jan Mayer for her longstanding dedication and generous contributions to the Denver Art Museum at its 35th annual Collector’s Choice fundraising gala on December 10, 2015. This year’s funds will support acquisitions and programming in the museum’s New World department. For more than four decades, Mayer has been a steadfast friend and patron of the museum. The incomparable gifts of Spanish Colonial art by Mayer and her late husband, Frederick, elevated the DAM’s collec-

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Road Trip

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AWAY LUXURY WEEKEND AT THE BRADLEY BOULDER INN ARTICLE EMILY O'BRIEN | PHOTOGRAPHY ELLE WHITESIDE

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his luxurious inn knows how to treat its guests like royalty. The Bradley Boulder Inn makes for a romantic getaway far from the hustle and bustle of city life. Escape for a long weekend to a place nestled into Boulder’s thriving downtown area; stay in one of its 12 exquisite guest rooms, all equipped with private baths and high-quality, high-thread count linens. Select rooms are adorned with deluxe amenities including in-room fireplaces, soaking tubs and charming Juliet balconies with mountain views. Spend a couple of relaxing hours tinkering away on a Liberty puzzle or cozying up with a novel next to the stone fireplace on the main floor. All of the art on the walls is original and continuously revolves through the year, supplied from the vaults of Mary Williams Fine Arts and the talent of our local artist community. (Be sure to visit the in-house library to borrow a complimentary book or movie.) Later head out to discover one of the many options Boulder has to the offer such as an art fair on Pearl Street Mall, football game at CU Boulder, an exhilarating hike up the Flatirons or simply slow down and chill at a brew pub after biting into the town’s scrumptious food scene.

To say The Bradley Boulder Inn is clean would be a huge understatement; immaculate is more like it. Leery travelers take heart. No old comforters from the 80s here, and you’ll never wonder if it’s been washed or not. Everything is spotless, not to mention well made—from the house itself to the furniture (by Bob Timberlake) down to the bed pillows (feather or hypo-allergenic). And since children under the age of 14 are not permitted, you won’t need to worry that you’ll end up staying next to that family. Request a room with a fireplace and a spa tub, and they’ll even put some sparkling wine and chocolates in your room for your special occasion; everything's included in one rate so there won’t be any surprises on your credit card. Nosh on the gourmet breakfast that’s whipped up fresh every morning, munch on the cookies and then indulge in glass of merlot during the daily Wine & Cheese hour.

All of this makes for an ideal getaway for anyone looking to explore the best of Boulder while immersing yourself in the luxury of time at this sublime boutique inn. Ditch your car in the free parking lot and then travel the town on foot. It’s all just steps away. And everything is complimentary from the health club privileges, breakfast and Wi-Fi to the free tea, coffee and home-baked cookies and cakes. What’s not to like?

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Home Matters

AIR CLEANING PLANTS ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY COLLEEN KELLY

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ouseplants are not only aesthetically pleasing, they can be beneficial to your home environment as well. House plants help bring a sense of life into a home, and act as natural air purifiers. The houseplants pictured are: 1. Dracaena 'Hawaiian Sunshine' 2. Aglaonema 'Tigress' 3. Arboricola 'Green Mini' 4. Philodendron Panduraform 5. Rubber Tree Ficus 'Yellow Gem' These houseplants are very versatile, and can survive in both bright and low light conditions. Following these simple instructions ensure that your plant will live a long, fruitful life.

• Use an organic nitrogen based granular fertilizer once every two to three months.

• Do not over water - all house plants need to dry out for at least 24 hours in between waterings.

• When 'upshifting,' do so in small increments to avoid root rot and fungus gnats.

• Using beneficial nematodes in the soil to organically kill any soil dwelling bug can help with fungus gnats and other parasites.

• Buy houseplants that are kept in natural light to ensure the best survival rate for your plant.

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Healthy Lifestyle

Red Rocks Workout ARTICLE LACEY SPRUCE | PHOTOGRAPHY COLLEEN KELLY

OUTFIT: Mariella Tank and Freya Flow Wrap from Mika Yoga Wear (MikaYogaWear.com), Zella printed "live-in" leggings from Nordstrom

1. Walking Push-Ups: Start in a push up position with hands on the upper stair and feet on the bottom. Do one push up, then at the top take a step out with your arms and legs, then do another push up. Do 10 to the left and 10 to the right.

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2. Step-Down Squats With Side Leg Lift: Facing sideways on the edge of the stair, take a step down with the outside leg coming into a squat position. Use the standing leg to lift yourself back up and then lift the outside leg using your outer thigh. Do 15 on each side.

LACEY SPRUCE Red Rocks is one of my favorite places to work out. Not only are the stairs killer, but you've got a gorgeous view to look at while you sweat it out! This 20-minute circuit is great when you combine with running up the stairs at Red Rocks for the perfect combination of strength training and cardio.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THE OUTFIT:

Mika Yoga Wear has quickly become one of my go-to's for cute workout wear. Their fabrics are so comfortable, flattering, and come in so many bright colors and prints.

Designed for movement, they never lose their shape, and are functional for everything from running to yoga to circuit training and beyond. Zella, Nordstrom's in house activewear brand, is another one of my favorites. They always offer trendier styles and the live-in leggings are so comfortable that you truly do want to live in them! Mixing in fun prints with basics is a great way to look forward to working out because, let's face it: having good workout gear will make you want to show it off!

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3. Tricep Dips: Face the stage with your hands on the edge of the stair. Walk your legs out straight. Bend your arms to lower yourself down, then squeeze your triceps to press back up. For more of a challenge, try alternating lifting your legs with each dip. Do 15 reps total.

4. Step Ups: Facing the stairs, take a step up with one leg, bringing the other leg in toward your chest (use your abs!). Step back down and repeat on the other side. Do 24 total.

(12 on each side.)

Repeat this circuit as many times as you can in 20 minutes. For an added challenge, run up the stairs, do the circuit, then run down the stairs and do the circuit. Your body will thank you!

Take Flight into Fall Fashion ARTICLE RYAN WAGNER

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t’s that time of year to fall in love with. What’s not to love? Turning leavings, cozy weekends and finally the opportunity to break out the sweaters and scarves. But don’t start layering like crazy quite yet.

Fall in Colorado can be a bit warm. And as the linen and cotton jackets give way to their woolen counterparts, here are a few things to bear in mind: Stick with a light-weight wool -- it has a nice clean look, but is still relatively breathable.

And opt for something in a darker hue (we like dark blues this year). Skip the tie when you're out and about, find a great looking pocket square, and you're ready for anything.

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TAKE FLIGHT (CONTINUED)

SHIRT: PL, crushed ruffle blouse ($595) PANT: Helmut Lang, leather stretch legging ( $920) BELT: LP, ricky skinny pyramid stud belt ($145) HAT: Royal Stag custom plum hat (starts at $400) NECKLACE: Todd Reed SUIT: The Sorrento, by The Bespoke Edge, $1445 SHIRT: White jacquard, by The Bespoke Edge, $185 POCKET SQUARE: Blue linen in white frost, $55 BRACELET: John Atencio, Constantine $995 DUFFEL: Baremade Oxford Duffel $545

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SHOES: Brett's own (Cole Haan) JACKET: Wool/linen blend sportcoat, by The Bespoke Edge, $895 PANTS: Woolen pants in solid gray, by The Bespoke Edge, $325 POCKET SQUARE: Silk blue polka dot, $65 SHOES: Brett's own (Cole Haan)

A LINE BOUTIQUE SWEATER: BMB, magolian sweater ($495) PANTS: TG, tie stripe long slouch slack ($385) WATCH: Shinola gold watch, available at Todd Reed BRACELET: Todd Reed bangle EARRINGS: Todd Reed RING: Walters and Hoggsett, Likabehar ruby diamond ring VICTOR CLUTCH: $285 Goldyn

HAT: Royal Stag Custom made hat, starting at $400 WATCH: Heritage Advisor by Tudor ($5,850) courtesy of Hyde Park Jewelers CAR: 2015 Aston Martin Vantage GT, courtesy of Sill Terhar Motors

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f you are late to the party or unfamiliar with Instagram, well, it's time to jump on in. We follow many talented and inspired bloggers over here at Lifestyle Publications and we want to share a few of our faves. Here we will inspire you with three local Insta-Greats in our view, as they graciously give us a glimpse into their lives with their gorgeous post and teach us a thing or two.

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WORTHY OF THE FOLLOW:

This life and style blog focuses on personal style, fashion, fitness, travel and reviews of local restaurants, hotels and attractions. We fell in love with Lacey's Instagram because it was engaging and so versatile, plus you can see her personality shine through each post.

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GIDENKO OF MODA PRINTS @MODAPRINTS WORTHY OF THE FOLLOW:

Alena is a Denver fashion blogger that has ever-changing take on fashion, always keeping things fresh. She ignores the rules and adds pops of colors or mixes prints when she feel it’s right. The fashion risks she takes is well received in the instagram community with almost 17k followers and that number rising!

“ I love trying out new styles and my favorite styles are the ones that pop. Such as mixing prints and being creative with looks and outfits so you can wear them more then once,” says Alena.

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AMONG THE COLORS & LAURA KRUDENER @LAURAKRUDENER AND @AMONGTHECOLORS

WORTHY OF THE FOLLOW:

Among the Colors is an art and lifestyle blog bringing art, fashion, food and wellness into an interactive storytelling platform. As someone with a long history of food allergies, Laura came to cooking with a willingness to experiment and find ways to work with food in search for delicious

ways to provide allergy-friendly alternatives to her favorite recipes.

Among the Colors is grateful to find its roots in Denver, and hopes to provide a glimpse of its contemporary bohemian aesthetic to both Denver and the global creative community.

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Open House

DESIGN TRENDS PHOTOGRAPHY LISA DOANE

WHO// Liz Finkelstein WHAT// Fashion and Interior Stylist WHERE// Mile High Style // MileHighStyle.com

When I first spoke with the editors about ideas for this feature, I figured I’d be styling a local home, taking it from good to great. This was before I saw the photos of the Harriman family’s Metro home. Quite clearly, the owners of this 2003 A-Frame home didn’t need my help. They have a distinct style identity and present it in just the right way, including: 1. Balancing of bold design choices with neutral elements.

2. Incorporating their personal identities into the decor.

3. Combining different styles into an eclectic yet cohesive presentation.

4. Bringing an editing eye into each room so that it all works.

This feature discusses some of what they did so well, and how you can apply it to your own home.

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POWDER ROOM:

BIG STYLE: The dark navy blue of the

chairs is a fresh and modern neutral that goes with everything while remaining a slightly unexpected choice.

BABY STEPS: Incorporate new colors into

easy-to-replace accessories like pillows.

BIG STYLE: This is the room that deserves a big, bold color that always contrasts beautifully with white porcelain.

ENTRY >> BIG STYLE: The painted stair risers add a

fun and modern contrast with the traditional bannister and entry.

BABY STEPS: Painting the stairs or the

bannister a high gloss black adds drama and elegance.

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Choosing an untraditional mirror adds huge style, and art helps make the room look unique. Don’t take shortcuts simply because it’s a bathroom.

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TABLESCAPE

A tablescape is how items (books, candles, flowers, boxes, coasters, etc.) are artfully arranged on a table, and it’s so important to finishing off a room’s look.

BABY STEPS: Tablescapes can take some real practice to get just right, so start small with a beautiful candle atop your favorite coffee table book on one side of the table, an orchid on the other.

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BIG STYLE:

Pairing the traditional furnishings (matching table and chairs, breakfront) with bold walls and crisp white trim keeps this formal room fun and young.

BABY STEPS: Keep walls neutral and paint the picture rail a daring shade.

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BIG STYLE:

Create your own unique art display, as they did using musical instruments.

BABY STEPS: Materials can be anything interesting or special to you and your family: vinyl records, textiles, mirrors, branches and other ‘found’ objects, decals, empty picture frames, etc.

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OFFICE

Arranging your bookcase into a stylish display containing numerous shelfscapes is, for a modern home office, a non-negotiable.

BABY STEPS: No baby stepping for this look. You can do it!

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October 22 - 25, 2015 Join us for the 5th annual Boulder Burgundy Festival as we celebrate the wines of Burgundy.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 5:00-7:30 pm

Champagne and Caviar Kickoff Party at the CU Koenig Alumni Building FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 11:30 am

“Best Value Burgundy Wines” Lunch at Oak Restaurant FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 1:00 - 2:00 pm

“Old and Rare” Burgundy Seminar at the St. Julien Hotel FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 6:00 pm

Exclusive Burgundy Dinner at The Academy SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Paulée Inspired Lunch at the Flagstaff House SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 6:00 pm

Burgundy Producer Dinner at Frasca Food and Wine with Jean-Charles le Bault de la Morinière of Domaine Bonneau de Martray SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 10:00 am

Chablis Brunch at PMG Restaurant SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

“A tour of Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru” Seminar at the St. Julien Hotel

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CHOPPED CHICKEN SALAD WITH HONEY MUSTARD DRESSING

Makes 5 Mason jar salads • 1 rotisserie chicken • 12 pieces of bacon, cooked and crumbled.

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For the salads, I like to start with cooking the bacon. I fry the bacon in my cast iron skillet, and let the pieces cool in paper towels.

Once cool, tear the bacon into pieces and set aside. While the bacon is cooking, chop the lettuce and the tomatoes. Since this is a chopped salad, I like to cut the lettuce thin at about a 1/2 of an inch long by a few inches wide. For the chicken, I like to pull off all the meat by hand so it is nice and shredding. Be sure to

discard the skin for a more lean salad. To make the dressing, simply hand whisk the ingredients into a bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste. Then add a small splash of water to get your desired consistency. 1 to 2 tablespoons will do the job.

Now you are ready to assemble! The trick to the Mason jar salad is wet on the bottom and dry on the top. Start with the dressing.

Then add tomatoes, pecans and chicken. Then add the first type

of lettuce, romaine, followed by blueberries, goat cheese and bacon. Top the jars off with a little more lettuce. You are all set with a week’s worth of salads!

You can also pack these salads for an afternoon in the park with family and friends. Simply keep the jars chilled in the cooler and pour into a bowl to enjoy.

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Delight your taste buds with creations from Colorado's favorite food establishments. Enjoy appetizers, entrees, and desserts in full-sized portions with friends or in sample sizes by yourself. Discover ethnic specialties or indulge in your traditional favorites. An elegant Fine Dining Area is showcased, highlighting gourmet cuisine from renowned chefs and offering daily cooking demonstrations.

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Exchange your clean, gently-used children's clothing for donated clothing from other families. Drop off your outgrown clothes at Heritage UMC on Friday, September 11 at 5-7 pm. Then select “new” clothing to meet your needs on Saturday, September 12 at 9 to 10:30 am. Sizes from newborn though elementary school.

SEPTEMBER 5-6 DEUTSCHER TAG (GERMAN DAY) IN COLORADO CENTENNIAL CENTER PARK

A two-day family friendly celebration of German Culture, Music, Dancing and food. $10 admission includes 1st beverage. Children under 12 free!

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SEPTEMBER 12 COMMUNITY CAR SHOW HERITAGE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Enjoy beautiful classic cars and hot rods during the 4th Annual Community Car Show. Free admission for spectators and display cars. Car exhibitors invited! Fun, music, free popcorn & cotton candy, and your chance to vote for the People's Choice Car.

SEPTEMBER 12-13 COLORADO CHILEFEST

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This is a Chilefest that everyone will be talking about. All ages will find something to their liking and have a great time. Great competition and even better chile and salsa. Saturday until 10:00 p.m., Sunday until 6:00 p.m.

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Hot air balloon event on Labor Day weekend. Free to the public. Fun for whole family. Hot air balloon rides, food/drink, concerts, wakeboard competition, arts/crafts, and evening balloon glows.

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SEPTEMBER 10-13 LONGS PEAK SCOTTISH-IRISH HIGHLAND FESTIVAL STANLEY PARK

Come celebrate at one of the largest Celtic festivals in the nation.

Entertainment includes bagpipe bands, Irish dancing, folk music, merchant tents and professional Scottish athletes competing in stone-put, hammer toss and caber toss.

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SEPTEMBER 12 FARMCAD FOOD, ART + CRAFT MARKET ROCKY MOUNTAIN COLLEGE OF ART + DESIGN

Local Food, Art + Craft market at Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD). Come join your creative community as RMCAD hosts RMCAD hosts the first-ever FARMCAD, featuring food trucks, pop-up boutiques + fresh produce.

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SEPTEMBER 13 5K RUN FOR THE ANIMALS DICK'S SPORTING GOODS PARK

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giant pillow. Pony and train rides are available for an additional fee.

An array of food vendors sell favorite fall foods such as funnel cakes, hotdogs, freshly squeezed lemonade and kettle corn.

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SEPTEMER 18-26 DENVER BEER FEST

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Denver's Ballpark Neighborhood welcomes back one of the city's longest running festivals and one of the largest of its kind in the nation! Oktoberfest Denver is set to once again commemorate this world-famous and time-honored tradition of German heritage by combining dynamic performance of music and dance, bier-based activities, Long Dog Derby and entertainment for all ages.

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SEPTEMBER 18-NOVEMBER 1 CORN MAZE DEER CREEK CANYON ROAD (LITTLETON)

Wind your way through the corn and help Farmer Green find his lost animals. Life-size animal cutouts are hidden throughout the maze for fun photo opportunities. The maze can be viewed from two 15foot tall illuminated bridges. Visitors under the age of 10 can explore the mini-maze. Tickets include a hayride and unlimited jumping on a

A nine-day, citywide celebration of all things beer includes rare beer tastings, beer-paired dinners, tap takeovers, brewery tours, firkin tappings and a variety of entertaining beer events, all making Denver the center of the known beer universe.

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SEPTEMBER 20 THE 2015 OKTOBERFEST AND SCARECROW WALK FOUR MILE HISTORIC PARK

The 2015 Oktoberfest and Scarecrow Walk at 4 Mile Historic Park:A Family-Friendly Event Benefiting Without Words. Bring your family to this event featuring live music, German beer and food, tons of kids activities (any age!), face painting, dancing and more throughout the beautiful grounds of four Mile Historic Park. Over 40 scarecrows will be featured on the Scarecrow Walk, created by folks throughout the Front Range!

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Burberry took the classic shearling lined jacket and perfected it for the feminine figure. “It hugs the body in all the right places and will keep you warm through the winter.”

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This dress has the perfect feminine shape with peplum details and contrast ruffle—a perfect statement piece for the otherwise mundane workplace.

Raoul Dark denim belted dress Jumper: This London-based designer rocked the fall fashion runway. This jumpsuit is made of a blend of denim and wool, making it perfect for those chilly fall nights. “Paired with knee high boots, its definitely not like any denim you’ve ever worn."

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Fall brings out the best of designers' new collections, but to translate it into our own closets can be difficult. Denim is always a staple when the leaves begin to change. These are some of the best new fall pieces to vamp up our love of denim (and to not be stuck in the same old jeans)." -- Jessica Wenger 50

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