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Equine-Assisted Therapy Provides a Language Boost to Colorado’s Buckaroos

Vo l u m e 1 2 Issue 5 Publisher Mike Waid mike.waid@waidpublishing.com

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Parent’s Guide to Mine Craft: The Good and the Bad

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From the Publisher 2014 Shave the Mayor and Wish Week for Shelby

By Mike Waid

This past month I had the honor to participate in two events that have truly changed my perspective on life and community involvement.

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everal years ago I first heard about the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, which supports pediatric cancer research, from a friend who lives in Boston. Last year, after being elected as Mayor of Parker, I decided to start the annual “Shave the Mayor” fundraiser for this great foundation. Their goal is to not only raise money to help cure pediatric cancer, but also to show solidarity to those who do not have a choice in losing their hair by shaving our own heads.

This year, I set a goal of raising $5,000 and having at least a dozen people shave their heads for our event. After all was said and done, over 22 people shaved their heads and we raised over $17,000 for this great foundation! It was truly an inspiring event and one that I will remember forever.

This year I met a young lady who lives in Parker named Haven who, at the age of 4, has been battling cancer most of her life. Her mom shared a story with me on how a treatment that Haven needed was previously not available in Colorado but is now because of a grant from the St. Baldrick’s foundation. It was an incredibly inspiring moment to see how our efforts can affect change right here at home.

WISH WEEK FOR SHELBY Several weeks after Shave the Mayor, I was asked to speak at Chaparral High School at an assembly marking the end of their “Wish Week”. I didn’t know much about this event but wanted to do what I could to help out. A few days before the event I found out what it was all about.

An 8th grade student at Sierra Middle School named Shelby had recently been diagnosed with terminal cancer. As you can imagine, this hit their family hard and suddenly.

This is when the community of students and teachers at Chaparral sprang into action.

They decided to create “Wish Week” to help raise money for the Make A Wish foundation in Shelby’s honor. In addition, they decided to give Shelby a week of being part of the Chaparral High School family a year early. Seeing how these amazing teenagers pulled together to welcome Shelby and her family (including her older brother who is a student there) truly touched my heart and soul.

When I finally got to meet Shelby I found myself talking to a strong, confident, inspiring young woman who has decided to treasure life and leave her mark on our world.

Her wish is to meet Katy Perry…and this wish is going to happen! Chaparral’s wish was to raise $7,000 for the Make a Wish foundation. Through the amazing efforts of the students and teachers, they raised over $20,000! Enough to provide three wishes to others with terminal illness. What an amazing experience it was for me to share with Shelby and her new High School family.

MY CHALLENGE TO YOU This month I have a challenge for each of our readers. I challenge you to do two things. First, tell someone you love them. Don’t wait, don’t think about it, don’t put it off…go right now and call a friend, walk over to a neighbor’s house or grab your spouse/ child. Tell them how much they mean to you and how important their love is to you.

Second, do something this month that will leave an impact on your community. Skip your daily cup of coffee at the coffee shop and instead donate the $5 to a charity. Drop off some food at the local food bank. Donate an hour of volunteer time at a local community group. Do something…anything to leave your community better than it was last month.

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EQUINEASSISTED THERAPY

by Mary Stathes, Director, Rosie’s Ranch and Denise Cushing, Board Member

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PROVIDES A LANGUAGE BOOST TO COLORADO’S BUCKAROOS

here’s a new riding facility in Parker, Colorado that provides unique opportunities for children.

It combines Equine Assisted Therapy, with a language-rich environment that makes Rosie’s Ranch a one-of-a-kind riding facility. All children, whether deaf or not, benefit from writing instruction and horsemanship lessons. It is their overall mission to increase self-esteem through a rigorous character education program, so that ALL campers will be able to tackle the challenges of their daily life when they return to their home communities. Celebrating individuality and the contributions of each camper is integral to the program. Hearing campers and campers with special needs are partnered to support building a greater social capacity.

Meet Eleanor, a rambunctious 11 year old with a profound hearing loss. Part of Eleanor’s success can be traced back to two summers that were spent at Rosie’s Ranch. At nine, Eleanor began riding a lively pony named Pachuco during Pony Camp. At first, Eleanor was apprehensive because of her balance issues. Riding with a side walker on each side to support her unstable balance and a pony leader to ensure her safety, Eleanor exclaimed, “This is GOING to be fun, I can tell!” It was enjoyable, and a little scary, but she challenged herself. With the support of her hearing and deaf peers cheering her on, her self-confidence skyrocketed and she made it around the arena with a big smile on her face. As she approached the end of her riding time a heart-felt cheer was heard from the “crowd”, matched only with Eleanor’s own cheer of, “I DID it!” By the end of that week, only one side walker was needed to support Eleanor’s balance.

In summer of 2014, Rosie’s Ranch will debut a new program just for young teens. This camp will concentrate on the social-emotional needs of tweens as well as horsemanship. Bully prevention and the acceptance of others will be the main focus. Rosie’s Ranch strives to break down the social barriers that create loneliness and feelings of exclusion.

Rosie’s Ranch has been recognized for its programming by Hands & Voices, The Listen Foundation, Colorado Department of Education, Southglenn Sertoma, and the Colorado Chapter of AGBell. These organizations validate the positive effects of the programs at Rosie’s Ranch on the community at large. Everyone has fun at Rosie’s Ranch! For more information, please visit www.rosiesranch.com or call 720.851.0927.

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K, parents, here’s your essential crash course on Minecraft. If you have kids old enough to speak, there’s a good chance that Minecraft is already a part of their vocabulary.

What is Minecraft?

Minecraft is a video game available on mobile devices, gaming consoles and computers. The game features simplistic looking retro 8-bit graphics in a 3 dimensional world. In a single-player game there are two primary modes. Survival Mode requires players to build shelter, hunt for food, travel and fight monsters to reach the end of the game. Creative Mode gives players access to unlimited resources, protects them from dying and allows them to fly and work quickly to facilitate creative building.

WHY DO KIDS LOVE IT? Imagine a treehouse so high that parents can’t reach it. In the treehouse you can fly, build anything, fight monsters, cast enchanting spells and create a little mischief. How much freedom should your kids have? You decide.

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Endless creativity in Creative Mode

Survival mode can be scary for young kids

Survival Mode teaches the work and planning needed to survive

Mindless use of TNT is unproductive

Kids are motivated to learn new things

There is killing of animals, monsters, people… including yourself

Redstone allows basic electrical and mechanical engineering “Mods” offer enhanced gameplay and more learning options

Online servers are just as risky as online chat rooms

Kids watch YouTube videos to learn - not all videos are appropriate. Consider buying Minecraft books for a safe way to learn.

WHY PLAY? Social - Join a local Minecraft Club or have Minecraft play dates.

Life Skills - In Survival Mode, there is an ending. Working towards that goal can be a rewarding learning process.

Engineering - Playing in Creative Mode and building contraptions with Redstone can teach basic engineering.

Fun - Playing games can help kids blow off steam. Just know what is fun time and what is learning time. v

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MEMORIAL DAY IN PARKER Honor those men and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice to guarantee your freedoms at the 5th Annual Memorial Day Veterans’ Service of Remembrance. This year’s event will be held on Monday, May 26, 2014, 10 AM at the Parker Cemetery on Parker Road.

This event is a unique opportunity for our community to give honor and remembrance to those who have served our great nation.

Representatives from local government and National Armed Services will be presenting their thoughts and inspiration on behalf of our fallen heroes. Families are welcome but come early as this free event fills up fast.

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BOOKENDS Fallen Women by Sandra Dallas

Beret Osmundsen, a wealthy New York socialite, receives news that her estranged sister has died in Denver. Her sister had moved to Denver to live with their aunt and uncle the year after their falling out. Beret discovers that her sister had recently moved out and become a prostitute in the seedy tenderloin district of Denver in the spring of 1885.

Beret is determined to discover what happened and find her sister’s killer. Detective Mick McCauley is not thrilled to find that he will have help in the murder investigation, but Beret insists on being involved in this high profile case.

PAM: I am always excited to hear that Sandra Dallas has a new book coming out and this was not exception! I always enjoy her inclusion of Colorado landmarks during her different stories. I thought this story was different from her others. Did you feel that as well, Becky?

BECKY: I agree that a murder mystery was unexpected for this author and I didn’t feel the connection to old Colorado that I always enjoy in a Sandra Dallas book. What was familiar is a strong female character and in this story we follow a determined woman that is committed to solving this murder. Beret was a bit difficult for me to connect with and quite frankly like. Did you enjoy this brassy main character?

PAM: I typically like Sandra Dallas’ strong female characters. But, I agree that Beret was harder to appreciate and make a connection with. She was certainly headstrong and determined. She decided she was going to be part of the investigation and paired with the detective on the case, regardless of how he felt. Mick, the detective, was a character I enjoyed. What were your thoughts?

BECKY: I liked his character too and it would have been more interesting to have the story told through his eyes instead of Beret’s. I love a strong female character but I found her to be a bit confusing. There are times where she acts like an aristocrat with her nose in the air, yet she runs a mission for women in New York. Also, she is hell bent to find her sister’s killer, yet the sisters were not on speaking terms. As the story progresses we find out why the sisters were estranged. Did this make you like Beret more?

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PAM: Although it explained the sisters’ estrangement, it did not make me feel more connected to Beret. However, it did make me feel sad about her relationship with her sister. As the story progresses, we find out more information about her sister and her character. Beret seemed to know the truth about her sister and her behavior before she began the investigation into her death. However, she also hoped that they would eventually reconcile. This made me think she either hoped her sister would change or was just denying the truth. Do you think she realized the true character of her sister before her death?

BECKY: Before their estrangement and while they were growing up, Beret viewed her sister through rose colored glasses. She didn’t seem to be surprised by some of the ugly stories of her sisters character so I think that she must have known that the accusations were on target. I would have expected some shock or anger when confronted by some of these allegations but overall she was quite accepting of them. As the investigation progresses we are presented with a handful of suspects. Do you think that Sandra Dallas did a good job with 23 SEARCH PARKER MAGAZINE

all of the twists and turns in this story?

PAM: There were many twists and turns in this story.

I felt that some were very mysterious and suspenseful, while others were more obvious.

The author did bring in numerous characters during this story. One of the more unsavory characters was Beret’s ex-husband, whom had relocated to Colorado after their divorce. Did you feel as strongly as I did about this character?

BECKY: There was nothing likable in that character. He was an opportunist that used Beret for her fortune and gave very little in return. Once again, Beret views this person through rose colored glasses and doesn’t see his true nature for quite awhile. Although I didn’t connect with Beret, I felt sorry for her as she had a lack of a support system. Her parents had passed away, she was not close to her sister nor was there mention of a close girlfriend. The author does give us a character that becomes quite fond of Beret.

Did you like this development?

PAM: I did like this development because I really enjoyed this character and was glad he became a main part of the story. It was interesting how the author connected his private and professional life to Beret. What did you think of this character and his role in the story?

BECKY: Without giving too much away I found him to be the most enjoyable character in the story. I do think that the connections were a bit far fetched but he did bring some warmth to Baret’s character. As much as I usually love Sandra Dallas books, this was not my favorite and I would recommend one of her other books instead of this one. Did this story interest you enough to pass it on to a friend?

PAM: I would recommend it for a quick read, but I agree with you. This was not my favorite Sandra Dallas book either. Where are you taking us next month, Becky?

BECKY: I am excited for some interesting conversation after reading The Promise of Stardust by Priscille Sibley. Matt and Elle have know each other since they were small. Now they are both successful professionals and happily married. A fall from a ladder leaves Elle brain-dead and according to her medical directive she does not want her life sustained by artificial life support.

As much as Matt doesn’t want to lose her, he is ready to support her decision.

That is until the doctors realize that Elle is pregnant. We follow Matt through some difficult decisions and a nasty legal battle.

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Cleft Talk for Kids is an informative and interactive book that explains the condition of cleft lip and palate in a childfriendly format. In Cleft Talk for Kids, children and their caregivers meet Kate and Charlie, best friends who were born with clefts. Kate and Charlie explain to young readers why clefts happen and how having a cleft can affect someone on a daily basis. Kate and Charlie also share how similar children with clefts are to their peers despite their physical difference.

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in China. In this conversation, the daughter learns of the qualities she has inherited from her mothers, and also receives the gift from her adoptive mother she has been hoping for all along‌the promise of forever.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Melissa Johnston-Burnham, LCSW, is the proud mother of the three greatest children on the planet, one of whom was internationally adopted from China in 2010. Melissa is also a clinician in a group psychotherapy practice who specializes in the treatment of children and adolescents. Melissa lives in a messy house outside of Denver, Colorado with her family and a multitude of pets. Forever Mama is her first book and Cleft Talk for Kids is her second.

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DRY EYE:

Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

By Jennifer Grin, MD

May 2014

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e Coloradans love to boast about our weather; 300 plus days of sunshine and a pleasant dry climate.

However, these conditions can also wreak havoc on our eyes.

Dry eye is one of the leading conditions ophthalmologists treat in Colorado. Among other risk factors, our arid climate, intense sun, high altitude and metro smog contribute to the high percentage of Coloradans who suffer from dry eye.

As we age, the risk of dry eye increases due to decreased tear production. By age 65, we produce 60 percent less lubricating tears than we do at age18. Blocked glands in the eye, known as Meibomian glands, can reduce the ability of the eye to produce natural lipids (oils) needed for healthy tear film. Women are more vulnerable than men because of their associated hormonal changes. Common medications, such as diuretics, hormone replacement therapy, some antidepressants, blood pressure medications, antihistamines, and various other medications may also contribute to the condition. Those with diabetes, arthritis, connective tissue and autoimmune diseases, skin conditions (ex.

Rosacea), herpes zoster, and having received radiation therapy may all put you at increased risk for dry eye as well.

The list goes on. Having LASIK, not getting enough Omega3 fatty acids, or working in front of a computer also increases your risk for dry eye.

Given the above, it is likely that you or someone you know has dry eye syndrome whether they know it or not. Symptoms can range from simple eye fatigue, blurred vision, scratchiness, stinging, burning, redness, mucus production and even tearing.

Dry eye syndrome is extremely common. Fortunately a routine visit to your eye doctor can determine whether you are suffering from dry eye. Simple treatments may include over the counter and/or prescription medications or even diet modification. He or she can also help determine if an in-office procedure such as punctual occlusion or LipiFlow should be considered. LipiFlow is a relatively new treatment option, which is specifically designed to treat blocked Meibomian glands in the eye with excellent results.

There is no need to suffer unnecessarily from dry eye syndrome. Exploring different treatment options will have you back out in the Colorado sunshine in no time!

Jennifer Grin, MD is a board certified ophthalmologist at Parker Adventist Hospital.

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2ND ANNUAL HILLTOP ART FAIR 10 am - 4 pm Fine Art, Crafts and Performing Arts UCC Parker Hilltop Chruch www.uccparkerhilltop.org

May 6 FAMILY OPEN MIC/KARAOKE NIGHT 7 pm - 9 pm FREE ADMISSION Takoda Tavern 12311 Pine Bluffs Way Parker, CO (720) 851-5302

May 10 LESSONS AND LEMONADE - CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING WITH CARM FOGT 9:30 am - 11 am; 11:30am - 1 pm; 1 pm - 3 pm Hobby Lobby 10901 S Parker Rd, Parker, CO www.parkerartistsguild.com

May 11 PARKER WRITERS GROUP 2 pm - 4 pm Author Jen Turano Presents: Agents and Editors and Queries Oh my!, covering the ins and outs of the publishing industry from querying agents to choosing the publisher right for you.

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May 13 COFFEE WITH A COP 8 am - 10 am Coffee with a Cop provides a unique opportunity for community members to ask questions and learn more about the department’s work in Parker’s neighborhoods.

Fika Coffee House on Mainstreet 19559 E. Mainstreet, Parker, CO

May 16 WHISKEY AND A WESTERN - BUTCH CASSIDY AND THE SUNDANCE KID 5:30 pm - Cocktails and Hors d’oeuvres 7 pm - Feature Presentation Enjoy our first floor galleries and be sure to wear your spurs as we’ll gallop into the sunset with two of America’s most iconic stars.

The Wildlife Experience 10035 Peoria Street Parker, CO 80134 www.thewildlifeexperience.org

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May 16 PROM-US 6 pm - 9 pm PROM-US is an event for teens and adults with developmental disabilities ages 16 and older. Dinner will be served at 6 pm Parker United Methodist Church 11805 S Pine Dr, Parker, CO 80134

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BAROQUE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA OF COLORADO 3 pm - 5 pm This professional period instrument ensemble brings audiences the musical riches and spirit of improvisation of the 17th and 18th centuries.

PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker, CO (303) 805-6800

PACE PATIO PARTY: BAD CANDY 6 pm - 8 pm Three guys, three guitars, great harmonies. Smokin’ pickin’, classic rock, bluegrass, country, blues, R&B, and some Bad Candy tunes too.

PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker, CO 80138 www.parkerarts.org

May 23

HOMEOWNER BUILDING CLASS 6 pm Building Division staff will take you through the permit process, explain fees and discuss required inspections.

Town Hall 20120 E. Mainstreet Parker, CO 80138 (303) 841-1970

PARKER CHORALE: SONGS OF THE HEART & SOUL 7:30 pm Hometown artists Parker Chorale share songs of the HEART... Join the Chorale for a fun evening of your favorite songs.

PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker, CO 80138 www.parkerchorale.org (303) 805-6800

May 26 MEMORIAL DAY VETERANS’ SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE 10 am Honor those who have given the ultimate sacrifice in the defense and support of our great nation.

Parker Cemetery 10375 S Parker Rd, Parker, CO 80134 www.ponderosavalleyfunerals.com

May 28 NATIONAL SENIOR HEALTH AND FITNESS DAY - SENIOR STROLL 10 am - 11:30 am O’Brien Park Parker Parks and Recreation Department with Colorado Center for Implant & Prosthetic Dentistry will be hosting the fifth annual Senior Stroll at O’Brien Park. One-mile fun walk followed by breakfast and fun prize giveaways!

June 1 NATIONAL CANCER SURVIVORS DAY 12 pm - 2 pm Tallman Meadows Park National Cancer Survivors Day is an annual celebration of life that is held in hundreds of communities nationwide and around the world. We will be hosting a fun walk followed by a picnic and other various activities.

June 2 - June 28 PARKER LIBRARY STUDENT ART SHOW 9 am - 5 pm The show’s title is “Young at Art,” and it is open for free viewing during regular Library hours.

Parker Library 10851 S Crossroads Dr. Parker, CO 80134 (720) 542-8187

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June 5 and June 6 PARKER SENIOR CENTER GARAGE SALE June 5: 8 am & June 6: 3 pm Donations will be accepted beginning May 1 from 8 am to noon, Mon-Fri until the dates of the sale.

(Please no clothes, electronics, tires, shoes or broken items.) www.parkerseniorcenter.org

June 5 HERSHEY’S TRACK MEET June 5, 11:30pm & June 6, 5:59am Meet registration begins at 5:30 pm and the meet begins at 6 pm. Participants will compete in up to three events with the opportunity of advancing to the State Meet held on June 15. Please bring a copy of each participant’s birth certificate.

Legend High School 22219 Hilltop Rd, Parker, CO 80138

June 6 WILDLIFE ART & WINE 6 pm - 9 pm Enjoy some of the best wines from around the world, sample delicacies from local eateries and watch art come alive. Try your hand at creating your own piece of art you can take with you!

The Wildlife Experience 10035 Peoria Street Parker, CO 80134 www.thewildlifeexperience.org

June 7 MAYOR’S FITNESS WALK 8 am - 12 pm O’Brien Park This walk is open to all ages and abilities and is a great way to get some exercise with the family.

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PARENT-TEEN SAFE DRIVING WORKSHOP 9 am - 10 am This parent-teen safe driving workshop is designed for drivers age 14 to 18 and their parent/guardian.

The course will focus on the dangers or reckless and distracted driving.

Parker Police Department 18600 E. Lincoln Meadows Pkwy Parker, CO 80134

LESSONS & LEMONADE - PAINTING FROM IMAGINATION WITH VERNETTE GILBERT 9:30 am - 11 am Hobby Lobby 10901 S Parker Rd, Parker, CO 80134 Judy (720) 542-8187

PARKER ARTS PRESENTS: GORD BAMFORD 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Canadian hit singer and songwriter Gord Bamford will perform.The nation’s top country artist, he is often spoken of as Canada’s answer to George Strait for his neo-traditional style and strong fan appeal and loyalty.

PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker, CO 80138 www.parkerarts.org

PARKER DAYS FESTIVAL Downtown Parker Parade. Food. Carnival rides. Four concert stages with free music. www.parkerdaysfestival.com

June 14 LESSONS & LEMONADE AND TEEN ART STUDIO 1 pm - 3 pm Lessons & Lemonade and Teen Art Studio is a program featuring free monthly art classes for children in grades 4 through 9.

Hobby Lobby 10901 S. Parker Rd. Parker, CO 80134 (720) 542-8187

SATURDAY SKATE NIGHT 5:30 pm-9 pm Skate Night is a great event for skaters of all ages who are looking for something fun to do on a Saturday night!

Parker Fieldhouse 18700 E. Plaza Dr. Parker, CO 80138 (303) 805-6300

June 23 CHAUNCEY BILLUPS BASKETBALL ACADEMY BEGINS - ALL DAY Academy with special guest Anthony Davis of the New Orleans Pelicans.

Parker Fieldhouse 18700 E. Plaza Dr. Parker, CO 80138 (303) 805-6300

June 25 BIKE TO WORK DAY 6:30 am - 9 am Riders will enjoy breakfast and giveaways from local sponsors. Bike technicians from the Parker location of Treads will be available to aid the biking commuters.

Cherry Creek Trail under the E-470 overpass Parker, CO 80138 (303) 841-0353

June 27 KIDS ZONE PRINCESS BALL 6:30 pm - 8 pm Glitter, gold and sparkling tiaras make this a memorable night for your little princess and a special grown up!

PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker, CO 80138 (303) 805-3281

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RESTAURANT REVIEW Johnny’s Asian Bistro by Mike Waid

10471 South Parker Rd. #3C Parker, CO 80134 | 303-841-8877 Monday - Saturday: 11am - 9pm (Closed Sunday)

www.johnnysasianbistro.com

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arker has many locally owned restaurants that offer a wide variety of cuisine. Over the years I have had the privilege of visiting most of them. Weather it is taking a client to lunch or having a family dinner out, there are many choices.

One of my oldest clients in Parker frequently asks to meet at Johnny’s Asian Bistro. The location is convenient, right off of Parker Road, and easy for both of us to get to. Recently, we met for lunch at Johnny’s and I decided to share our experience with you.

One of my favorite things about locally owned restaurants is the personalized attention. I always enjoy being greeted by the owner and Johnny’s is no exception. With big smiles and warm greetings my client and I were shown to our table to start our meeting and enjoy lunch.

We always start off with an appetizer of Crab Cheese Wontons made fresh. These are a guilty pleasure that we enjoy and are some of the best I’ve ever had. We placed our order for lunch and began talking business. It was not long before our lunch arrived.

I rarely go outside of my “normal” box and when my Mongolian Beef arrived I was glad I didn’t. Perfect portion size and fresh ingredients made it as tasty as always. Although, the Noodle Bowl my client ordered looked amazing and I think I may have to try it next time.

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Johnny’s Asian Bistro is truly one of Parker’s best kept secrets. With a quaint size dining room, very friendly staff and amazing food you won’t be disappointed. Not only are they open for lunch and dinner, but they also deliver. So grab a friend or your family and head over to Johnny’s Asian Bistro for your next meal out. v

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Catering now available

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16526 Keystone Blvd. Parker, CO 80134

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