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Before After One of the most successful methods of remedying toenail fungus is the application of laser treatment A: Yes! Now there is a laser treatment for Toenail Fungus, technology. Podiatry Associates, PC now offers the Hyper Blue Laser Treatment for toenail which is a common issue experienced by more than 20% fungus. This safe and painless treatment has no side effects and can be delivered in three treatment of less than 30 minutes each, with no recovery period necessary. The laser penetrates the of men and women of all ages. This condition often causes sessions toenail and destroys organisms embedded in the nail bed and nail plate where the fungus lives. toenails to crumble, thicken, become brittle, and change color. If left untreated, it can lead to serious complications. Contact Podiatry Associates, PC at 303-805-5156 today for an appointment or visit www.footdoctorscolorado.com for more details.

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Experience Parker

Parker History, Local and To-Do

Parker Events Calendar

Find out what’s going on around Town

Wedding Venues

Great places to celebrate

Downtown Parker Wedding

Everything you need is right here

Bee Keeping in Parker What all the BUZZ is about

Downtown Parker

Where great things are happening

Clinical Pilates

Help stop your back pain

Mardi Gras in Parker

A Downtown Parker Wedding Photo: Blue Talon Photography Bridal Gown: The Original Sewing Room Bouquet: Mainstreet Flower Market Models: Gigi Golden Roy Forman

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The Gilded Hour By Sara Donati

Local Author Spotlight

- The Great University of Life By Foster Laverne Harding

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- Happily Never After By Britany Ederveen

Parker Restaurant Guide

Great places to eat at in Parker

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February is a time of year many people associate with love. Because of Valentine’s day, we think a little more about those people close to us and buy sweet treats to show them how much they mean to us.

This is also the time of year when many young couples say “I Do” and decide to create a new life together.

The start of an exciting new time in these couple’s lives when they move from being two people to becoming one couple.

Life has an interesting way of showing us how love is so important in our lives. Not just the traditional love, but also the love you can have for a friend, a community or a moment.

When I was a young man in my early years of high school I met a very special young lady.

She impressed me with her shyness, intelligence and natural beauty. I fell for her as our relationship grew over time. I vividly remember they day where I realized I could not survive without the love of this sweet young lady.

As I sat there, now in college, contemplating the future I realized that every life changing event which I had not yet experienced... every success that would come in the future...every heart ache and challenge which would surely materialize in the future...every aspect of my life...was something I yearned to share with her. She had

become as essential to my being as food, water and air. It was at that moment I realized...and prayed... that she would become my wife.

I was fortunate that she agreed and this year will mark the 20th year that I have had the honor and privilege of calling her my wife.

Love also manifests itself in other ways. Over the years I have built life long friendships and share a level of love with these people that has cemented their importance in my life and mine in theirs.

Similar to the love of a brother or sister.

I have also experienced love from a complete stranger that has had a lasting impact. An unexpected smile from someone I will probably never meet again that just happened to come when I needed it most.

It is amazing how much impact a simple act of love can have on the world around us.

This month I challenge each of you to do something very simple... very easy...very impactfull. This month I challenge you to just love.

Lend a smile to a stranger, call up an old friend, play a game with your kids, do something anonymous for someone in need, just spread some love around. I guarantee this simple expansion of love in our community will come back ten fold and continue to make our world a better place.

Happy February and remember, just love!

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EXPERIENCEPARKER SEARCHPARKERhistory THE HISTORIC RHODE ISLAND HOTEL

Most of us in Parker have stopped into Fika on Mainstreet to enjoy a great cup of coffee. What you might not know is you are also stepping into a bit of Parker history as Fika is housed in what was once the Rhode Island Hotel. Also called the Rhode Island House, Goddard Hotel and/or the Parker Hotel, the Rhode Island Hotel was built for Martin and Nellie Goddard in 1906.

Martin was a well intentioned businessman and originally came to Parker in 1893 with the hopes of running a bar business in George Parker’s old saloon. For the next six years, Martin dabbled in a bit of everything. He rented some land and began farming. He sold milk, coal and fence posts. At one point, he even had a peddler’s wagon. At the turn of the century, Martin and Nellie began running the Englewood Hotel, which was located on land adjoining the south edge of Parker.

Unfortunately, Martin’s health was not as strong as his ambition and he fell ill often. At one point, he was confined to St. Anthony’s Hospital while suffering from pleurisy.

As his health began to improve, so did the health of Parker’s businesses. The rate of growth in town brought about the need for hotel space. Martin and Nellie purchased a handful of lots near what was the railroad

The Rhode Island has had several owners over the years, most notably, Charlie O’Brien. He operated a hardware store, liquor store and real estate office in the building. Over the years, the hotel became ensconced in the present building and if you look from across the street, you can make out the front dormer. From the rear, you can clearly see the outline of the original building.

The next time you step into Fika, just imagine the travels and tales of all those who have been in that quaint little building before you!

For more information about Parker History, visit ParkerHistory.org

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When you’re getting ready to bring a new baby home, and even after you get home, there is no shortage of advice on what to feed your baby, when to feed them, sleep schedules, products to use, activities to try – it’s exhausting enough to just get through the day with your newborn, let alone try to figure out how to sift through all the tips and recommendations from friends, family and websites! Walking into one of those “big box” type stores can be quite daunting as well; it’s hard to know where to even start. Luckily, we have something of a parent sanctuary right here in Parker!

The Gator Loft is a mom owned, mom approved and mom recommended baby boutique in Parker, but it’s so much more than a great place to find great products for your kids. The real jewel in the crown is the variety of classes offered and opportunities to expand your “parent village” and just a wonderful haven for parents and their little ones.

A incredible variety of classes, including Dance for wee ones up to elementary aged kiddos, prenatal and mommy and me yoga, Love and Logic Workshops, CPR/AED class, and Music Together classes are offered at The Gator Loft. Many classes are one-time, informational classes like the “Eat, Sleep & Poop” class that covers everything you need to know about your new baby’s schedule in the first month home. There are also free groups such as the weekly Newborn Mom group that meets Mondays at 1pm, the Toddler play time weekly on Mondays at 10am, and other free classes. This time makes shopping with your little one a fun experience instead of a chore.

The Gator Loft is located at 10490 N. Dransfeldt Rd. and is open Monday through Saturday 10-5, Sunday 12-5. You can find them on Facebook and online at thegatorloft.com or email owner Katie Neumann at katie.neuman@thegatorloft.com

Parker Recreation kicks off the race season with the annual Love ‘em or Leave ‘em 5K/10K event on Saturday, February 13th. Really get your heart pumping this Valentine’s Day weekend and head out to Salisbury Park for this signature event of the Parker Parks and Rec Run Series. This event is professionally timed and for those who are more serious about running, it is a qualifying race for the Bolder Boulder, which takes place Memorial Day Weekend.

All participants in the race will receive a long-sleeve t-shirt and one of the best perks of all – a fantastic post-race pancake breakfast! Overall male/female finishers, as well as the top three finishers in age group divisions will be recognized and awarded. If you have little ones who want to lace up and race, they can participate in the free Huntington Learning Center Kids’ Dash immediately following the “big kids” race. The Kids’ Dash is for runners 8 and under.

To register for the race, go to parkerrec.com. Packets will be available to pick up on Friday, February 12th from 5pm-7pm at Sports Authority. Race-day packet pick up will be available beginning at 9am, with the 10K beginning at 10am followed by the 5K start at 10:05am. Lace up, bundle up and get ready to outrun Cupid!

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depot and then partnered with William O’Brien to build a luxury hotel with all the modern conveniences, including a large livery stable.

With that, the Rhode Island Hotel was born and opened its doors a just over 109 years ago on Thanksgiving Day, 1906.

Luxurious indeed, it boasted steam heating, acetylene lighting, hot and cold water on both floors and a built in sanitary system. After several successful years, Martin invested in the Cherry Creek Telephone Company and the hotel became the town telegraph office in 1913.

It wasn’t all good luck as the hotel basement flooded in 1912 and a fire destroyed the livery stable as well as all the Cherry Creek Telephone Co. wire and supplies stored there in 1917. The next year, Martin Goddard died, although there is no record of the exact date. After the fire, the Goddard property was broken up and sold off and Mrs. Laura Clossen, a one-time teacher, bought the property and rented it out for many years, finally selling to Charles Fiszelle in 1939.

Mrs. Goddard, arguably one of Parker’s biggest boosters, died in 1924. She is buried in an unmarked grave next to her husband in Parker Cemetary.

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FEBRUARY 5 & 6 Celtic Nights: Spirit of Freedom 7:30pm PACE Center Parker Arts presents this amazing show, telling the story of Irish independence beginning 100 years ago with the Easter Rising. Much like the 4th of July shaped America, the Easter Rising of 1916 created the Ireland we know and love today.

Celtic Nights consists of three male and three female vocalists, six of Ireland’s most talented and coveted international dancers and amazing Celtic musicians.

For tickets, go to parkerarts.ticketforce.com

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FEBRUARY 6 Parent’s Night Out 6pm-10:30pm Parker Fieldhouse Moms and Dads can plan a relaxing night out, or stay home and order in, while your kids are busy playing games, doing crafts, climbing and skating (if they bring their own skates) at the Fieldhouse.

For those kiddos needing a bit of down time, family-friendly movies will be shown in the activity rooms.

The cost is $15, $10 for each additional sibling. An additional $5 fee per transaction will be added for day-of registration. Call 303.805.6304 to sign up!

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FEBRUARY 9 Adult and Senior Interest - Money Matters 6:30pm-8:30pm Parker Recreation Center Many struggle with the stress of day to day financing and planning for the future. This workshop will help you start to build a more positive relationship with money while creating a sustainable spending plan, building your savings and developing a financial plan for the future. Registration is $22/residents, $25/non-residents.

Email Diane Lange for more info - dlange@ parkeronline.org FEBRUARY 11 Dr. Sears’ Prime-Time Health Workshops Move Waste from Your Waist 1:15pm-2:45pm Recreation Center Prime-Time Health is a scientifically proven plan for healthy aging, taught by certified coaches through interactive workshops.

These workshops are for those ages 50 and older and include hands-on activities, workbooks, healthy snacks and recipes.

Call 303.805.3278 to register. Classes are $25 per session. Email Hillary Roemersberger for more information - hroemersberger@ parkeronline.org

FEBRUARY 11 Kids’ Zone - Mother/Daughter Valentine Tea Party 10am-11:30am Recreation Center Dress in your fancy Valentine best for a morning tea party and Valentine fun. $22/ residents, $25/non-residents. Cost reflects one child and one adult. parkerrec.com FEBRUARY 12 Kids’ Zone - Valentine Ball 6:30pm-8pm PACE Center You and your little Valentines can enjoy this fun night of dancing, activities and refreshments.

Prices are $19/resident, $22/non-resident (prices are per person.)

To register, go to parkerrec.com FEBRUARY 12 Parker Tennis Fun Days 10am-11:30am Parker Fieldhouse Come check out this fun and energetic introduction to tennis for beginning and intermediate junior players. This indoor session is held on the inline hockey rink sport court surface. The USTA QuickStart format is used and tailored to the size and abilities for kids by using low compression and foam balls, smaller rackets and shorter, portable nets. Players will be grouped by skill level and needs for each activity. Games,

FEBRUARY 13 Love ‘em or Leave ‘em Valentine’s Day 5K/10K with Sports Authority 10am Salisbury Park One of many fun race events here in Parker the Love ‘em or Leave ‘em is a sanctioned event, professional timed and a qualifier for the Bolder Boulder. All registrants will receive a long-sleeve t-shirt and a delicious post-race pancake breakfast. Awards for top finishers will be given for overall top male/female finishers as well as the top three finishers in each age division. The FREE Huntington Learning Center Kids’ Dash for children 8 and under follows the race. No registration for the Kids’ Dash is necessary.

To register - go to parkerrec.com FEBRUARY 13 Family Fun Day - Healthy Hearts 11am-2pm Wildlife Experience/CU South Denver Family fun day takes on a heart healthy theme for Valentine’s Day. Discover the power of human hearts and learn how to

keep your heart healthy. You can compare your heart to other animals through a variety of fun activities, make scienceinspired Valentines and much more!

The event is free for annual pass members, with tickets $10 and under for all ages (children under 3 are free.)

For tickets, go to http://southdenver. cu.edu/buy-tickets/ FEBRUARY 13 Sweet Sensations - the Science of Romance with Brooke Ebel, CNTP 10-11am Parker Natural Grocers Roses are red, violets are blue, we love sweet sensations and think you will too!

Learn how to make that special someone’s heart melt, year in and year out, while sampling chocolate and a signature massage oil blend. Discover what’s really going on in the brain and body when you entice all the senses and why romance really is a sweet science. This FREE event is offered by Parker Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage. www.naturalgrocers.com/store-location/ parker/

FEBRUARY 13 Comedy & Cocktails: Jordan Doll 8pm The Schoolhouse Theater Enjoy a drink and have a laugh at his hilarious four show series at the newly remodeled Schoolhouse Theater (formerly the Mainstreet Center.) This month’s headliner, Jordan Doll, is a writer, actor and stand up comedian from right here in Denver, Colorado. This performance is for mature audiences only. parkerarts.org FEBRUARY 13 & 14 Wonderbound: “Rock Ballets” with Chimney Choir & Ian Cooke Band 7:30 on Saturday, 2pm on Sunday PACE Center Garrett Ammon’s celebrated ballets set to the music of David Bowie and Queen will be hitting the stage once more!

Wonderbound is an American dance company that defies the sterotpical norms of the ballet and thrives on innovation and courage. Their collaborations produce creations that erase the boundaries between mediums and engage artists and audiences.

For more on Wonderbound, go to www. wonderbound.com For tickets, go to parkerarts.org

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contests and challenges are incorporated into the day’s activities to add to the fun.

The cost is $18/residents, $20 for nonresidents.

Call 720-879-6880 to register. Email Barry Riddle for more information - parkertennis@ gmail.com

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PARKER EVENTS CALENDAR FEBRUARY 14 Tagawa Gardens Job Fair 12pm-2pm Tagawa Gardens Come check out the many seasonal job opportunities at Tagawa’s first ever job fair!

Everyone submitting an application by the close of business will be entered into a raffle for several valuable prizes. www.tagawagardens.com FEBRUARY 14 My Furry Valentine Pet Event 10am-2pm Tagawa Gardens Come out with your furry friend (leashed please) to check out over thirty vendors offering pet services, accessories and gifts. Pet health checks, photos and $5 nail trims will be available as well. This event benefits YAPS, Youth & Pet Survivors. This organization pairs children going through cancer treatment with animals that have survived similar cancer treatments or other critical medical conditions. The children and the pet (and their owners) are matched as pen pals as a support system. For more information, visit www. tagawagardens.com

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FEBRUARY 15 NBN Presidents Day Basketball Shooting Camp 9am-4pm Parker Fieldhouse Just in time to tune up before March

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Madness! Kids can work with NBN’s (Nothing but Net) coaches for skill-building on the court during school break. Cost is $60 R/NR, $50 for each additional sibling.

Call 303.805.6310 for more information. parkerrec.com FEBRUARY 18 Kids’ Zone - Teddy Bear Picnic 10am-11:30am Bring your favorite stuffed animal friend to the Teddy Bear Picnic to share a morning of stories, snacks, fun and games all related to your kiddo’s favorite fuzzy friend. Cost is $16/resident, $19/non-resident parkerrec.com FEBRUARY 18 & 19 The King and I 7pm PACE Center Presented by Lutheran High School, this Rodgers & Hammerstein’s classic tells the story of a British school teacher, Anna Leonowens, who moves to Siam to teach the children of the King. Memorable songs such as “Shall We Dance” and “Getting to Know You” are featured in this not to be missed show.

For tickets, go to parkerarts.org

FEBRUARY 20 Youth Enrichment - Home Alone and First Aid 9am-1pm Recreation Center If your child spends some time home alone before or after school, this workshop helps to ensure that they know what do in case of an emergency.

This popular and entertaining workshop is designed to prepare children to look after themselves when they are home alone. A $15 materials fee is due at the first class.

Cost is $48/residents, $53/non-residents parkerrec.com FEBRUARY 20 Hooking Up with The Second City 7:30pm PACE Center This hilariously funny revue is a modern mix of romance, rancor and everything in between.

This is intended for mature audiences only.

For tickets, go to parkerarts.org FEBRUARY 20 & 21 Bird and Nature Festival 11am-3pm Tagawa Gardens Learn something new about the wonderful, wild world in your own backyard!

Meet local non-profits working on behalf of wildlife and nature and enjoy hands on workshops for the kids. www.tagawagardens.com

FEBRUARY 25 Kids’ Zone - Princess Tea Party 10am-11:30am Recreation Center Whether she’s more of a Cinderella or more of an Elsa, her little highness will love a tea party fit for a princess! Have her come dressed in her princess-best for tea and snacks. Cost for one adult and one child is $22/residents, $25/non-residents. parkerrec.com FEBRUARY 26 Parker Symphony Orchestra - “PSO Goes to the Movies” 7:30pm PACE Center The Parker Symphony invites you to experience cinematic musical magic as they perform highlights from Oscar-winning films. www. parkersymphony.com.

FEBRUARY 27 Youth Enrichment - Babysitting 9am-3pm Recreation Center If your big kids are ready for the responsibility of babysitting, this class will help best prepare them.

Topics include routine care such as feeding, bathing, diapering, safety precautions, activities, games, discipline, home hazards, common injuries and how to handle emergencies. Students will also learn infant and child rescue breathing, CPR and choking procedures. Cost is $65/residents, $72/non-residents. parkerrec.com

Do you have a community event you would like listed here? If so, send event details to Tiffany Grizzle at tiffany@waidpublishing.com for consideration!

FEBRUARY 27 & 29 10-11:30am Where to Start to Love Your Heart, by Brooke Ebel, CNTP Taking care of your heart doesn’t have to be complicated. Start by uncovering some common heart care myths, and begin your journey toward heart health with three simple dietary strategies and three supplements that will pump up your heart health. www.naturalgrocers.com/store-location/ parker/

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FEBRUARY 22 Mommy/Daddy FIT Begins This total-body conditioning class is for moms and dads who want to get in a great workout, but don’t want to leave their little one in daycare to do it. If your goal is to lose weight, gain muscle and endurance, this is the class for you!

Your children play while you work out.

Infants in strollers, toddlers and older children are welcome.

This session runs from February 22nd-April 1st.

To register, go to parkerrec.com

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Wedding Venues The Wildlife Experience at CU South Denver 10035 Peoria St Parker, CO 80134 303-315-9434 southdenver.cu.edu

CU South Denver represents more than just inspiration for the entire community—it also offers amazing spaces for your next event, including the 8,400 square-foot Great Hall. Event planners ensure every detail is perfect, from in-house catering and cocktails to meeting all your A/V needs. Regale guests, create memories, exceed expectations.

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venues for weddings exist in our area.

We did a little looking around and here are some of our favorite places to get married.

Villa Parker 10750 South Pine Drive Parker, CO 80138 303.805.2295 www.villaparker.com

This unique facility overlooking Historic Parker offers exclusive use of over 10,000 square feet of interior space, beautiful Mediterranean styled architecture, amazing views of the Rocky Mountains and pleasant gardens and walking paths for guests to enjoy.

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AVERAGE NUMBER OF WEDDINGS PER YEAR: 12 FACILITY RENTAL RATE: $750 - $3500 plus $5000 food beverage min.

FACILITY CAPACITY: 10 - 500 UNIQUE FEATURE: Museum features a multi-million dollar art and taxidermy collection. The Wildlife Experience hosts an interactive nature museum offering fun for everyone with a giant screen movie theater and a wide range of education programs designed for any age.

AVERAGE NUMBER OF WEDDINGS PER YEAR: 100 FACILITY RENTAL RATE: $2,500- $6,500 FACILITY CAPACITY: 2-200 UNIQUE FEATURE: Once inside the estate’s wall, you and your guests feel as though you have escaped to the Italian countryside. Surrounded by lush gardens and walking paths with distinct Mediterranean style, terracotta-tiled roof, chocolate colored accents, ivory archways, and elegant iron chandeliers are the perfect backdrop for your event to unfold. The breathtaking courtyard is the perfect setting for ceremonies or cocktail hour while the picturesque ballroom graciously receives your reception.

Cherokee Ranch & Castle 6113 North Daniels Park Road Sedalia, CO 80135 303-688-5555 www.cherokeeranch.org

Heritage Eagle Bend Golf Club 23155 E Heritage Pkwy Aurora, CO 303-693-7788 HeritageEagleBend.com

The massive doors open and you enter an architectural masterpiece echoing 1450′s Scotland. Ahead lays the Great Hall with its soaring wooden arches and intricate cut-stone walls. To the left, a quiet study filled with treasures from world journeys. To the right, an expansive terrace offering magnificent views of the Rockies. Unique in all the West, this 1920s landmark and surrounding land now serves as a vibrant venue for extraordinary entertainment, education and enjoyment.

The wedding of your dreams becomes a reality with majestic Rocky Mountain views, picturesque grounds, and a 37,000 square foot lodge-style clubhouse - Simply Elegant, Simply Magical, Simply Colorado - Heritage Eagle Bend Golf Club. Visit Us at HeritageEagleBend.com Today!

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AVERAGE NUMBER OF WEDDINGS PER YEAR: 42 FACILITY RENTAL RATE: $7,600 for a prime season Saturday FACILITY CAPACITY: 1-200 UNIQUE FEATURE: We are an elegant Castle in Colorado. The venue features a 180 degree view of the Rocky Mountains and an amazingly decorated reception tent atop a plateau. Your guests will enjoy the view and learn about this unique gem in Colorado.

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R REHERSAL DINNER R WEDDING CEREMONY R WEDDING RECEPTION AVERAGE NUMBER OF WEDDINGS PER YEAR: 40 FACILITY RENTAL RATE: Varies by Date and Space FACILITY CAPACITY: 30 - 300 UNIQUE FEATURE: A beautiful upscale setting with breath-taking views of the Rocky Mountains during cocktail hour on the patio. We offer a bridal suite and groom’s rooms. A complimentary round of golf is included in all packages as well!

Parker Arts, Culture and Events Center 20000 Pikes Peak Ave. Parker, CO 80138 303-805-3369 www.parkerarts.org/weddings

Black Bear Golf Club 11400 Canterberry Parkway Parker, CO 80138 (303) 840-3100 x4 blackbearclub.com

Whether you’ve dreamt of a traditional scene held in a charming Chapel, a contemporary setting with artistic inspiration, or an outdoor wedding held on a beautifully landscaped terrace; the PACE Center offers an intimate atmosphere where you can be surrounded by your loved ones on your special day.

At Black Bear Golf Club we specialize in weddings. You will enjoy an intimate experience with dining catered by Craft, inviting amenities, and a day that is exclusively yours! From breathtaking, sweeping views of the Rocky Mountains to fantastic service, Black Bear Golf Club is the ideal location for your South Denver Wedding.

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AVERAGE NUMBER OF WEDDINGS PER YEAR: 12-18 FACILITY RENTAL RATE: $3,000.00 FACILITY CAPACITY: 2-200 UNIQUE FEATURE: The Parker Arts, Culture and Events Center provides you with a “blank canvas” so you can create the wedding of your dreams.

AVERAGE NUMBER OF WEDDINGS PER YEAR: About 20 FACILITY RENTAL RATE: Our rates vary based on day of the week and time of year.

FACILITY CAPACITY: 20-150 guests.

UNIQUE FEATURE: We are exclusively yours for the day and provide all-inclusive packages for food and beverage options.

Plum Creek Golf Club 331 Players Club Drive Castle Rock, CO 80104 303-660-2200 x111 www.GolfPlumCreek.com

Country Club at Castle Pines 6400 Country Club Drive Castle Rock, CO 80108 303.660.6836 www.ccatcaslepines.com

With the best views in Castle Rock, CO, Outdoor Ceremonies, beautiful Reception Room, fantastic Food and Service, super fun Rehearsal Dinners preceded by Golf, Plum Creek is an amazingly affordable place to get married.

The Country Club at Castle Pines is a private country club in the exclusive gated community of Castle Pines Village. We are opening up our stunning wedding venue to the public in 2016. The Social Lawn at The Country Club at Castle Pines is the most beautiful spot on the property, sitting atop a 7,000-foot cliff with panoramic mountain views. The Country Club at Castle Pines offers a number of different options with our hand crafted hors d’oeuvres, exquisite dinner selections, and decadent dessert options. We also have a number of different beverage packages available.

R REHERSAL DINNER R WEDDING CEREMONY R WEDDING RECEPTION FACILITY RENTAL RATE: $2500 FACILITY CAPACITY: 160 UNIQUE FEATURE: Plum Creek Golf Club is proud to have hosted some fantastic weddings in Castle Rock. This facility is able to accommodate Ceremony Sites, Wedding Receptions and Rehearsal Dinners for events up to 160 guests. Our banquet menus offer full bar and delicious meal options from Hors d Oeuvres to plated dinners served by a professional and well trained staff. Your guests can utilize our Golf Course during their stay to add further enjoyment to your occasion. We are accepting reservations for 2016.

Cielo at Castle Pines 485 W Happy Canyon Road Castle Rock, CO 80108 303-688-0122 www.cielocastlepines.com

o REHERSAL DINNER R WEDDING CEREMONY R WEDDING RECEPTION AVERAGE NUMBER OF WEDDINGS PER YEAR: 10-12 FACILITY RENTAL RATE: $10,000 Site Fee, $10,000 food and beverage minimum FACILITY CAPACITY: 50 to 250+ UNIQUE FEATURE: Our Social Lawn is the highlight of the venue space. It overlooks Pikes Peak, Devil’s Peak, and Longs Peak. We have a rented white tent to accommodate the reception and an exclusive use of our terrace area for cocktail hour.

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Downtown Parker Wedding Planning a wedding is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming, daunting and exhausting. It would be so much easier if everything you needed was all in one place, close by and added the perfect, beautiful details to the big day. Well, Parker brides (and grooms) are in luck, because you can stroll down Mainstreet and get your wedding day check list marked off, block by block.

FLOWERS Mainstreet Flower Market, featured on Denver A-List and theknot.com, can help you add the perfect floral accents to your wedding.

WEDDING BANDS Apex Jewelers, Victoria Marie Jewelers and Pinetree Jewelers are all located on or near Mainstreet.

THE CEREMONY The Ruth Memorial Chapel, built in 1912, is the perfect spot for an intimate, beautiful ceremony.

The chapel can accommodate up to 70 guests. You and your guests could head over to the PACE Center for a gorgeous reception following the ceremony. If you’re picturing a larger ceremony or possibly something outdoors, you can have the whole event (ceremony and reception) at the PACE Center. There are options for indoor and outdoor ceremonies. Just down the road from the PACE Center is Villa Parker, another amazing venue for your wedding celebration.

THE CAKE This may be where some grooms ears perk up, who doesn’t like tasting and selecting a gorgeous, delicious wedding cake? Nomelie Cupcakes creates great cupcakes, but they create unbelievable beautiful wedding cakes as well.

THE WEDDING DAY LOOK To perfect your look, Parker Mainstreet Salon, Seven Seas Salon and Me Me Me Salon are all located right off Mainstreet.

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PHOTOGRAPHY Blue Talon Photography knows Parker like the back of their hand and can capture your wedding day in images that you will cherish forever.

HONEYMOON Travel Leaders has the expertise and knowhow to not only find your perfect destination, but handle all of the details in setting up your honeymoon.

As you can see, Downtown Parker has everything you need to plan the perfect wedding. Head over to pages 19 & 20 for a map and contact information for these and other great Downtown Parker businesses.

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THE DRESS & ACCESSORIES Bonne Bella Boutique has gorgeous, one-of-a-kind tiaras and jewelry to add the perfect finishing touch to the entire bridal party. They can also help you find beautiful vintage gowns and can create show stopping pieces like an unbelievably gorgeous broach bouquet.

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What’s All The

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Did you know that more and more people are interested in becoming backyard beekeepers? Parker joined the ranks of Colorado municipalities to allow and promote urban beekeeping when the Town Council voted in September of 2015. Douglas County also allows beekeeping in neighboring subdivisions that are not part of the town, such as Parker North.

The Parker Cultural and Scientific Commission, a citizen’s advisory board appointed by Town Council to foster and participate in providing opportunities for cultural and scientific experiences for the community of Parker, recommended that the Town sanction beekeeping because bees are beneficial to the environment, are necessary for garden pollination, provide educational opportunities and produce delicious local honey.

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beekeepers who shared their expertise and provided input on what the town’s ordinance should require for responsible and successful beekeeping.

Beekeepers and people interested in beekeeping should review the municipal ordinance for Parker and its requirements. The ordinance is available online at: http://parkeronline.org/ DocumentCenter/View/22557.

Citizens should also check with their homeowners’ associations (HOAs) because HOAs have the authority to create additional requirements above and beyond the town’s requirements or to prohibit beekeeping altogether.

In brief, the town’s ordinance specifies that if your lot is 5,000 square feet, you may have two backyard beehives. Larger lots may have more, for example, a half acre lot may have up to six beehives.

Bees must be kept in hives with movable combs or frames. Also, to discourage bees from congregating in neighbors’ dog dishes or bird baths, beekeepers need to provide a convenience source of water for their bees. Indeed, bees need water in order to thrive and produce honey.

Interested in becoming a beekeeper, here are some tips l “Bee” educated.

Beekeeping is complex and requires a significant investment in money and time. l The best way to become educated about beekeeping is to take a class. You will find a listing of classes on the State Beekeeper’s Association website, coloradobeekeepers.org - click on resources, then education. l Take the “Backyard Beekeeping” class offered by the Town, February 20, 2016. This is a 2 hour introductory class that can help you determine if you want to keep honeybees. For more information, visit www.ParkerArts.org l Read a book or two about beekeeping. l Watch online videos on beekeeping. l Attend local beekeepers club meetings for education and to find a beekeeper mentor.

Most beekeepers are passionate about their craft and are willing to share their experience.

There are two clubs in Douglas County, the SouthEast Beekeepers that meets in the Pinery and the High Land Bee Club that meets in Roxborough. Consult coloradobeekeepers. org, “events” to view a posting of club meetings.

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where great things are happening!

s a 20 year resident of Parker, I have been so excited to see the changes that are happening to our downtown area! On any given day or night, you can drive through Mainstreet and the sidewalks are buzzing with walkers, the stores are busy with shoppers, the restaurants are filled with diners and the businesses have clients coming in and out.

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You and your family can fill an afternoon or evening with activities in Downtown Parker. You and your family can enjoy lunch or dinner at one of our eight sit down restaurants, play at the park, pick up an ice cream, yogurt or cupcake after and then shop for gifts, decorative items for your home, get your watch battery changed, purchase a new piece of clothing or go to an event at the PACE Center.

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There is plenty of FREE parking all around Downtown and as Parker is growing, you will continue to see new growth and creative art popping up downtown. The new library will be opening up in 2016 and many other continued enhancements are in the works. It is very exciting!

The Downtown Business Alliance is proud to sponsor promotional events, holiday events and come up with ways to make our downtown better FOR YOU! We are now an officially elected board that plans on getting more done in Downtown Parker!

Come back to this section every month and see what’s coming up in Downtown Parker! Loving Parker, Shelli M.

ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT 1 Deep Space Workplace & Event Center 2 PACE Center and Mainstreet Center 31 Blue Talon Photography

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FOOD & BEVERAGE 3 elev. 5900 4 Fika Coffee House 5 Indochine Cuisine 6 Las Delicias 7 Nomelie Cupcakes 8 Parker Garage 9 Swirls Frozen yogurt 10 The Tailgate Tavern & Grill 11 The Texas Diner & Pie Company 12 Vines Wine Bar

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SERVICES 15 Debbie Lewis Properties 16 Farmers Insurance 17 Mango Mortgage 18 Osgood Team Real Estate 19 Travel Leaders 29 Parker Area Chamber/Visitors Center 30 Staffing with Bliss

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SHOPPING 20 Beautiful Art Picture Framing, Inc. 21 Bonne’ Bella Boutique 22 Fruits of our Spirit 23 Mainstreet Flower Market 24 Mainstreet General Store 25 Parker Panache 26 Pinetree Jewelers 27 Victoria Marie Jewelers

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By Dr. Rebecca Hoeck PT, DPT

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pproximately 85% of the US population will experience acute low back pain lasting 2-4 weeks. Let’s face it, we sit too much and move too little, which can contribute to weakness, stiffness and low back pain. If you are one of these people, you know the difficulties that accompany low back pain.

Many people get better after 2-4 weeks, however, the pain may last weeks, months and years longer. If you are one of the few that are experiencing chronic low back pain, you may benefit from clinical Pilates.

Clinical Pilates is an approach that combines the benefits of Physical Therapy and Pilates- based exercises to turn on the deepest core muscles that are slow to rebound after an episode of acute low back pain. Instead of returning to normal looking and functioning spinal muscles they lose strength, reduce in size, and turn into fatty tissues. Fatty tissues do not provide the strength and stability to the bones in the back. Instead, the loss of ‘normal stiffness’ and strength of the spine allows unwanted, extra movements, causing wear and tear on the sensitive tissues of the bones, ligaments, joints, muscles and nerves in the back causing back pain. The back pain may eventually disappear, but the muscles haven’t regained their strength, size, stamina and stability without the proper deep core training.

Pilates works to strengthen the deepest core muscles of the abdominals and spinal muscles, returning the fatty, dysfunctional muscles to strong, resilient and stabilizing structures. When these muscles remain weak, you are more susceptible to reinjuring your back, or another body part, due to changes and adaptations as a result of the normal healing process. These movement adaptations are subtle and create compensations in how you move and your ability to properly access your deep core muscles. The subtle movement changes lead to tight, weak and deconditioned tissues setting you up for other injuries. Pilates helps identify the weak, tight and deconditioned tissues leaving you with a stronger, more flexible and balanced body.

Before beginning a Pilates program for back pain check with your doctor or physical therapist. Once you are cleared to begin exercising, it’s always a good idea to work with an instructor who specializes in back pain. Some exercises may not be appropriate for your back based on your diagnosis, what movements alleviate and what movements aggravate your pain. For example, back pain due to a bulging disc may be made worse by sitting and forward leaning positions. For this reason, it is important that people who are experiencing back pain, are carefully assessed by a healthcare professional before starting a Pilates for back pain program.

Are you ready to reduce the wear and tear on your spine and create a stronger, more flexible and balanced body? Try Clinical Pilates…it does a body good!!

Dr. Rebecca Hoeck is a Physical Therapist and Certified Pilates Instructor. She is the owner and clinical director of Intelligent Motion Therapy, LLC. For more information, she can be reached online at www.intelligentmotiontherapy.com or at 303.808.9807

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MardiGras “Laissez les bons temps rouler” – Rocky Mountain style!

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Parker’s own Mardi Gras celebration is much bigger than Fat Tuesday alone.

This year, enjoy the festivities throughout the week packed with plenty of Cajun style punch. The Council of Arts, Science and Culture (CASC) is joining forces with Downtown Business Alliance and the Parker Creative District to create a Mardi Gras celebration, with altitude!

The week kicks off on Monday, with a Business Bead Hunt. Parker merchants participating in this scavenger style hunt will challenge residents to find select beads worth prizes at Sunday’s event.

Friday begins the weekend celebration with a Pub Crawl and Happy Hour from 5-7pm, featuring Cajun appetizers, desserts and drinks at Parker Garage, Vines Wine Bar and Bistro and Halls Brewing Co. Saturday’s festivities start with a bead throwing sidewalk parade beginning at 4pm at Halls Brewery. Starting at 5pm, select local restaurants will be ready for dinner complete with Cajun Cuisine. There is also a Happy Hour at the Deep Space Event Center. Later

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that evening, the party really gets rolling with the Black Eyed Bingo Night at Deep Space. This event kicks off a regular Black Eyed Bingo monthly event sponsored by the CASC. Black Eyed Bingo takes bingo to the next level with black lights, music and a total party atmosphere. Starting in April, the last Friday of each month through October will feature a Black Eyed Bingo night coinciding with Parker Wine Walks with proceeds going to many area groups.

The celebration continues into Sunday with an 11am Pre-Super Bowl Mardi Gras tailgating brunch, the CajunGumbowl, at the Parker Garage. At noon the live music begins and later that day, the Silent Auction and Scavenger Hunt winners will be announced. Once game time rolls around about 4pm, your choice; stay for the game and make a day of it or head home with a belly full of Cajun food and a weekend full of Mardi Gras fun.

Visit www.mardigrasparker.com for more information on each day’s activities.

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The Gilded Hour By Sara Donati

Welcome to New York City in 1883. Construction on the Brooklyn Bridge is almost complete, transportation was primarily by walking or horse-drawn carriage, gaslight was the main source of lighting and communication is done by writing letters or telegrams.

Meet Anna and her cousin Sophie Savard. Both are doctors that specialize in women’s health. They have a passion to help women but it is a male dominated occupation, during a time when women have few options in regard to their bodies.

BECKY This 700 plus page book has so many topics

that are covered during this story that I don’t know where to begin. We have romance, murder, immigration issues, missing children and the controversial topic of contraception and abortion. For the majority of the story we follow Dr. Anna Savard. She is a single, no-nonsense doctor working at a charity hospital. Did you easily warm up to this character?

PAM Initially, I felt that Anna’s character was going to be abrupt and cold. However, as I got to know her, I loved the combination of strength and caring that was Anna Savard.

Sophie and Anna were part of an unconventional family that embraced the education and voice of women in a time when not all appreciated this change. They lived with their aunt, who was a strong woman that encouraged and supported Sophie and Anna in their educational and career goals. What did you feel about this character?

BECKY Aunt Quinlan was one of the more interesting

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characters to me. She had a smaller part but I enjoyed her view on life. She was very forward thinking regarding a woman’s role in the world. In her home, girls were encouraged to explore, try new things and be independant. She had a very strong and specific role in this story. However, while I was reading, I had a hard time distinguishing Anna and Sophie’s “voice” during the story, did you?

PAM I agree. It was challenging to form a complete picture of either one, especially at the beginning of the story. One of the many story lines begins when Anna is called to examine and determine health issues for a large group of orphans. This leads to Anna meeting a family of children that have recently lost their parents. Although there are many children, she is drawn to this family and will cross paths again. Anna also meets Jack, a detective with the local police department. They feel an attraction right away and we witness a courtship that bewilders Anna, who felt she would never have a relationship. What were your feelings about Jack?

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BECKY He was a

very likable character.

I pictured someone similar to George Clooney. He was successful, handsome, unattached, liked children and was close to his sister’s family. A little too good to be true but his character fit well in this story that had so much going on.

There are some sensual scenes that I didn’t think were necessary but you can easily skip over those areas if it’s not to your liking. When I picked this book I didn’t realize that it was the first part of a series. Were you satisfied with the conclusion of this book?

PAM I didn’t realize this book was the first in a series. That puts the conclusion into a new perspective for me! There were many unanswered questions at the end of this story.

Will you read the next book to help answer some of these outstanding questions?

BECKY There are a few storylines that I would like to know

the end to but I wouldn’t be interested in taking on another book of this size just to get the complete picture. There are some friends that I would recommend this book to but it’s unlikely that I would pursue this author again. Check out this website if this book looks interesting to you, http:// thegildedhour.com . It has some wonderful information, a deleted scene and a few photos. Are your unanswered questions enough to encourage you to read the next book in this series?

PAM If I am looking for a book to read, I will probably pick up her next story in order to solve the remaining mysteries. I really enjoyed a few of the characters and wouldn’t mind following the rest of their adventures. I will have to check out the website! Our next adventure will take us to London and Paris, as we follow the adventures of two women that have a surprising connection.

LOCALAUTHORSPOTLIGHT The Great University of Life By Foster Laverne Harding The Great University of Life is about waking up to a remarkably expanded view of life on Planet Earth. It shares a soul journey many millennia in the making and how the author became aware of his “soul history.” He explains that a unique soul history is just the nature of creation.

Being engaged in an eternal soul journey is perfectly normal and common to each of us. The only unusual aspect of the soul journey described in The Great University of Life is awareness of it during earthly life. Your soul already knows these things.

The author shared his transformation in life understanding, and offers insights to help readers open awareness of their own soul story. He believes that life is created to hold meaning and joy, and advises us to relax and trust the process.

The Great University of Life is available online at amazon.com

Happily Never After By Britany Ederveen A 20 Something’s Guide to Breaking up, Looking for Love, and Surviving Singledom In the Modern Age of Dating.

This wonderful book covers topics such as how to heal from a breakup, how to tackle an identity crisis, and how to being prepping for a new and improved “Prince Charming.”

Are you a local author? Would you like your printed works featured here? If so, send us a signed copy of your book along with a summary for consideration. Send to: Waid Publishing, Attn: Local Author Spotlight, 19751 E Mainstreet, Suite R-18, Parker, CO 80138.

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Britany Ederveen began her writing career as a blogger and is a 20-Something, navigating this modern world. Britany graduated from the University of Colorado-Boulder with a degree in English, Psychology, and Secondary Education. She currently teaches high school English, coaches a dance team, is an avid yogi and traveler, and is finishing her master’s degree at CU Denver in Writing and Rhetoric. Her life accomplishments so far include: winning two state dance championships, surviving the first years of teaching and camping in the great outdoors, completing a very challenging, but also rewarding, college course on Chaucer: The Canterbury Tales. Her favorite author is Oscar Wilde, and her greatest fear is fish. She currently resides in Colorado (the best place in the world to live.) Her book is available online at amazon.com. For more on the author, visit britanyederveen.com.

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