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Emergency rooms where doctors are fixin’ you up fast.

No matter how serious the emergency, the Parker Adventist Hospital ER and our Southlands ER have you covered. We’re open all day, every day at both locations and our fast and friendly service will have you back on your feet in no time.

Our emergency services provide you with high-quality care and the latest life-saving technology, close to home and when you need it.

24/7/365: • Full-service ER with MRI, CT, ultrasound and X-ray • Comfortable amenities • Updated, expanded ER rooms • Full-service lab and blood bank • Rapid evaluation and treatments • Board-certified ER physicians

Parker Adventist Hospital now has dedicated surgeons on-site 24/7 to treat more complex injuries. Learn more at parkerhospital.org/ emergency-services

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Parker Adventist Hospital ER

9395 Crown Crest Blvd. • Parker, CO 80138 303-269-4000 • parkerhospital.org

Southlands ER

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6159 S. Southlands Parkway • Aurora, CO 80016 Located within Southlands Mall.

303-649-3000 • parkerhospital.org/southlands

Part of Centura Health, the region’s leading health care network.

Centura Health does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, religion, creed, ancestry, sexual orientation, and marital status in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. For further information about this policy contact Centura Health’s Office of the General Counsel at 303-804-8166. Copyright © Centura Health 2015.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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From The Publisher The GIFT of GIVING

Locally Made

Find that perfect gift from local businesses

Parker Events Calendar

Find out what’s going on around Town

Harry’s Toy Drive

Help kids in memory of Harry Samora

Focus on Parker

Play It Again Music

Downtown Parker

Christmas in Downtown Parker

A Classic Parker Holiday

Parker Chorale & Parker Symphony Orchesta

Parker Christmas Carriage Parade Don’t miss this Parker family tradition

Broken Phone

Don’t Let A Cracked Screen Get You Down

The Bookends

A Christmas Memory By Truman Capote

Local Author Spotlight

- Hello, BEAUTY Full By Elisa Morgan - Life in a Pinball Machine By Mike Westmoreland

2015 Menorah Lighting in Parker

Celebrate Chanukau at this annual event

Parker Restaurant Guide

Great places to eat at in Parker

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Merry Christmas in Parker Colorado This amazing shot of the gazebo in O’Brien Park showcases the Holiday beauty in Parker.

Photo provided by the Town of Parker

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PUBLISHER MIKE WAID

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SALES DIRECTOR JAMY BEATON

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GRAPHIC DESIGN CHRIS WAID

chris@waidpublishing.com Search Parker Magazine is published 12 times per year by Waid Publishing (www.

WaidPublishing.com), a division of Mike Waid & Associates, Inc. (www.MikeWaid.com), 19751 E. Mainstreet, Suite R-18, Parker, CO 80138, 303-805-9455. Search Parker Magazine is available online at www.SearchParker. com. Search Parker Magazines is a trademark of Waid Publishing. All rights reserved. The views, opinions and/or statements made or expressed by individuals and/or entities, are not necessarily reflective of the views and opinions of Waid Publishing. No part of this publication may be reproduced without explicit permission from Search Parker Magazine. Copyright 2015 Search Parker Magazine - All rights Reserved.

FROMTHEpublisher The GIFT of GIVING First and foremost I would like to personally thank each of you for taking the time to read our December issue of Search Castle Rock Magazine. I would also like to wish you and yours a very merry Christmas.

This is a very busy time of year for most of us. Scrambling to get all our work projects done before holiday time off...helping the kids get last minute assignments for school done before semester’s end...trying to find that perfect gift for someone special...it can all become very overwhelming and stressful.

Giving gifts during the holiday has different significance to most people. However, there is usually a constant of trying to find the “right” thing to buy. In our December issue we have a great feature of locally made items that would make great gifts for friends and family. Not only would your friends be impressed with your ninja-like gifting skills, but when you purchase from local businesses you help keep your local community strong.

On average, when you spend one dollar with a locally owned business about 3/4 of that dollar stays in your local community.

When you spend that dollar online with a business that has no

local ties, none of it stays in your community. So, one of the best gifts you can give this year is to spend money as close to home as possible with locally owned businesses.

This month I challenge each of you to embrace the lost art form of gift giving. We sometime lose focus and only see the “gift getting” side of things.

In other words, we get hung up on “will he like it” or “is it what she wants” instead of seeing the joy and power of giving. Gifting is just as much about the person giving as the person receiving the gift.

So here is the challenge. Take a look at the variety of locally made products we have listed in this issue and find one that reminds you of someone special.

This way the gift determines the person receiving it. Buy it and see how special it makes that person feel to know you thought of them when finding it. What a wonderful feeling.

Stay safe this holiday season and enjoy time with family and friends. Spread some love around our community and shop local.

From my family to yours, have a Merry Christmas and a blessed new year.

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Looking for the “perfect” gift for someone special? We’ve found some great locally produced products that will make amazing gifts and give you the opportunity to help some great local businesses!

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EXTRAORDINARY BEARDS We produce hand crafted premium quality beard oil, beard balms and beard accessories. Our oils serve a purpose and each blend is unique to help a man grow a healthy and extraordinary beard. www.extraordinarybeards.com

THE DAISY TREE We provide a variety of colorful, handcrafted products for all stages of your life. Whether you are in need of a special gift for baby, a friend, family member or a little something for yourself we have you covered!

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THE WARMFRONT The WarmFront is a chest warmer and removable base layer for cyclists, runners and outdoor enthusiasts. It was designed to be the ultimate in function and simplicity. It keeps you warm when you need it, and removes easily when you don’t. www.thewarmfront.com WEAVER’S AMERICAN LIGHT WHISKEY Weaver’s American Light Whiskey is made from a corn mash and has a smooth buttery pallet with notes of caramel and toffee. Light Whiskey is distilled to a higher proof level than other types of whiskies giving it a more delicate character. weaversspirits.com 7 SEARCH PARKER MAGAZINE

THE COLORADO COOKIE COMPANY Homemade sweets & treats that include: assorted cookies, biscotti, scones, and brownies as well as seasonal sweet breads and confections. Our sweets & treats are made in small batches using quality ingredients and no preservatives. www.thecoloradocookiecompany.com

ECKERT CRAFT COMPANY I create handcrafted needle felted dolls and other felted items. The dolls take between 12-15 hours to create, and are crafted by sculpting wool roving with a barbed needle, which combines the fibers together. www.etsy.com/shop/EckertCraftCompany

THE STORY BOARD We create, manufacture and sell Educational Products. We have a complete line of wonderful Felt Stories that can be sold individually, in a plastic tote (12 stories) or a beautifully locally made wood with 32 stories. www.thestoryboard.net

MOUNTAIN VIEW ART GLASS Hand made fused glass items - from simple coasters and spoon rests over decorative bowls to custom work such as lamps with exchangeable glass plates and woodburned gift boxes that include wineracks and coasters. www.mountainview-artglass.com

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ROSE’S CREAMERY We make both ice cream and nut butters with only the best ingredients to bring you the freshest and best tasting products available anywhere.

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TWO RAVENS SOAP COMPANY Hand crafted bar soaps, body scrubs as well as liquid hand soaps. Bar soaps are made from natural ingredients such as olive oil, coconut oil, castor oil, essential oils and colorants. www.tworavenssoap.com

FLINTWOOD FLORAL & DESIGN We hand tie and set our alternative floral arrangements locally. We source only the best, most life-like flowers to create beautiful ecoconscious permanent arrangements. www.flintwoodfloral.com

BELOVED BASKETS I rescue, refurbish, relove Longaberger baskets, picture frames and lamps. Most of my products are shabby chic, French inspired. My Alana line is inspired by my Granddaughter.

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ALISON KELLEY DESIGNS I’m a self-taught metalsmith and jewelry designer.

I enjoy making gemstone jewelry, crystal jewelry as well as metal fabricated pieces made of all gold or sterling silver and gemstone pieces. www.alisonkelleydesings.com

MARK MADE IT We hand craft bird feeders, custom bird houses and bat houses. Each house is built with the intentions of providing the best conditions for the species of bird it is intended for. www.markmadeit.com 9 SEARCH PARKER MAGAZINE

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PARKER EVENTS CALENDAR DECEMBER 2015

DECEMBER 4-6 A Classic Parker Holiday PACE Center Once again, our Parker Chorale and Parker Symphony Orchestra present this magnificent holiday tradtion to Parker.

For tickets, go to parkerarts.org DECEMBER 4 & 18 Movie and a Martini – Christmas Vacation 5:30pm-10pm The Wildlife Experience at CU South Denver It’s not officially the holidays until you sit back and watch Clark Griswold try to pull of the perfect holiday Of course, things take a hilarious turn for the worse and that is what makes this holiday staple a perfect pairing with Movie and a Martini!

Guest enjoy two drinks, hors d’oeuvres, popcorn and access to museum exhibits.

There is also trivia and prizes available before the show.

Showtime at 7pm.

Tickets (for 21 and older only) are $28, or $18 for designated drivers.

For tickets, go to http:// southdenver.cu.edu/buy-tickets/ DECEMBER 5 Yes Virginia, There is a Santa Claus 2:30 and 5:00pm The Schoolhouse at Mainstreet -19650 E. Mainstreet The 11th annual holiday dance production by the Parker Youth Ballet at The Schoolhouse at Mainstreet. A great one-hour performance for all ages with a visit from Santa Claus. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased through the PACE Center. For more information, contact info@ millersdancestudio.com

DECEMBER 8-9 Clara’s Dream 7pm PACE Center This all-student dance performance by young dancers ages 3-18 years old is a twist on the well known classic, The Nutcracker. Performers from On Pointe School of Dance will with Clara from her holiday party into the land of sweets. On Pointe School of Dance invites you to take in this very sweet tale. For tickets go to parkerarts.org DECEMBER 12 The Manhattan Transfer 7:30pm PACE Center The 10 time Grammy winning vocal quartet, known for classic standards, pop and jazz, will be performing seasonal selections such as “White Christmas,” “Happy Holidays,” “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” and many more.

For ticket inquiries, call the Box Office directly at 303-805-6800

DISNEY’S MARY POPPINS THE BROADWAY MUSICAL January 15 - 31 Donʼt miss this fantastical family favorite.

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DECEMBER 12 Community Hanukkah Menorah Lighting Celebration 6pm O’Brien Park Share in the beauty of the season and holiday celebrations. Join the Mayor and members of Town Council for the the Menorah Lighting Celebration On Saturday, December 12th in downtown Parker at O’Brien Park.

DECEMBER 12 & 13 Holiday Extravaganza – Celebrate the Season at Tagawa’s Tagawa Gardens December 12 – The third weekend of this holiday celebration will once again offer the chance to visit Santa and his reindeer on Sunday from 12-3 as well as a performances by the Red Hawk Ridge Chorale (11-12) and the Pine Lane Men’s Choir & Primary Choir (1-2:15) Get lost in rows upon rows of gorgeous poinsettias, enjoy

shortbread cookies and warm wassail and let the sights and sounds of the season sink in.

December 13 – During Santa’s break time on Sunday, join friends from the Arapahoe Libraries for crafts and a short story reading.

Then, from 1:30-3:30, stick around for the performance by Eaglecrest High School Chamber orchestra and Bell Choir DECEMBER 12 Saturday Skate Night 5:30pm-9:00om Parker Fieldhouse Come out and enjoy skating, without the chilly ice! Grab your roller skates or blades and hit the inline rink.

This open skate time is for skaters of all ages (children under 10 years of age must be accompanied by an adult at the Fieldhouse.)

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DECEMBER 12 Christmas Carriage Parade 12pm-3pm Downtown Parker Come downtown to experience the Christmas Carriage Parade, an annual tradition in Parker. This year’s theme is “A Storybook Christmas” and is sure to delight with horse drawn carriages, wagons, surreys and stagecoaches from across Colorado, all of which will be decked out in their holiday best.

The Town of Parker and the Colorado Driving Society are excited to present this event, held on the second Saturday of December each year.

The parade is free to attend and begins at noon in downtown Parker.

For more information, visit http:// www.parkeronline.org/826/ Christmas-Carriage-Parade

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DECEMBER 2015 CONT. You must bring your own skates and helmets are encouraged.

Non-skating adults with skating children are welcome!

Great family friendly music will be playing to make the night that much more fun.

Confirm schedule by calling 303.805.6300 or go to www.

ParkerRec.com/SkateNight DECEMBER 13 Milk & Cookies with Santa 1:30pm-3pm Parker Fieldhouse What could be a more perfect way to kick of the holiday countdown then to enjoy milk and cookies with the big man himself? Cost is $10 for residents, $13 for non-residents.

For more information, email Diane Lange dlange@parkeronline.org

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DECEMBER 17-20 The Nutcracker of Parker PACE Center

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The holiday season would not be complete without the time honored tradition of the Nutcracker of Parker.

The classic story of Clara, who receives the gift of a wooden Nutcracker from her godfather on Christmas Eve, takes audiences on a magical journey when the clock strikes midnight and the nutcracker comes to life.

The Colorado School of Dance caps off the holiday season with this, their 12th Anniversary Production of Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic.

The ballet cast is an ensemble that includes locally cast dancers as well as professionals.

Showtimes are 7pm on Thursday the 17th and Friday the 18th, 2pm and 7pm on Saturday the 19th and Sunday the 20th.

To learn more about the Colorado School of Dance, visit www. coloradoschoolofdance.com

For tickets, go to parkerarts.org DECEMBER 18 Nothing But Net Basketball Shooting Camp 9am-4pm Parker Fieldhouse Kids are going to be out of school, but there’s no need to be bored already!

Join NBN’s great coaches for great skill-building time. A great way to keep the kids busy while you finish getting ready for the hoildays!

Cost is $60R/NR, $50 for siblings.

Receive the sibling discount by contacting Andy Fraser afraser@ parkeronline.org To register, visit https://apm. activecommunities.com/ parkerparksandrecreation/Home DECEMBER 19 Holiday Extravaganza – Celebrate the Season at Tagawa’s Tagawa Gardens

DECEMBER 19 Youth Enrichment – Babysitting Class 9am-3pm Recreation Center – 17301 E. Lincoln Ave. If you’ve got a kiddo ready to start babysitting, this is a great way for them to learn all they need to know to be as prepared as possible.

Topics covered will include feeding, diapering, bathing and safety percautions as well as activites, games, discipline and potential home hazards.

Students will also learn how to handle emergencies, infant and child CPR and choking procedures.

Lunch will not be provided,

students are asked to bring their own sack lunch.

The class is $65 for residents, $71 for non-residents.

For more information or to register for the class, go to http://coparkerrec.civicplus.com/970/ Enrichment DECEMBER 20 Family Film Night – Polar Express The Wildlife Experience at CU South Denver 12:30pm-4:30pm All aboard! Children of all ages will be enchanted by this stunning tale of the magic of Christmas Eve. Christmas crafts, games and carolers begin at 12:30pm. Wear your favorite holiday jammies and snuggle in for a ride on the Polar Express. There will be a bar for guests 21 and older.

Showtime is 2pm and tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $6 for children. www.blacktiecolorado.com/calendar/eventdetails.cfm?id=265236

Do you have a community event you would like to have included in our print and online event calendars? If so, email the event details to tiffany@waidpublishing.com

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The extra day of Tagawa’s Holiday Extravaganza has been added this year to allow another chance to find some last minute gifts, enjoy the garden center and, of course, visit Santa. He will be flying in one more time from 12-3 to visit.

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We will help verify with your insurance company that your Custom Orthotics prescription is covered. Why would you trust anyone but a foot doctor with your fitting of Custom Orthotics? Contact Podiatry Associates, PC at 303-805-5156 for an appointment or visit www.footdoctorscolorado.com for more details.

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Podiatry Associates at Cherry Creek Cherry Creek Physical Therapy & Spa 300 S. Jackson Street, Suite 310 Denver, CO 80209

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Parker Foot and Ankle Clinic, PC Parker Adventist Hospital–Alpine Building 9397 Crown Crest Blvd., Suite 311 Parker, CO 80138

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Harry Samora Foundation 9th Annual

TOY DRIVE During this time of year, it is easy to get wrapped up in the hustle and bustle of the holidays and forget to take the time to think about what the holiday season is really about. Pausing, even for a moment, to appreciate your family and friends and the little bits of joy that can pop up in your day when you least expect it.

There are few things more joyful than seeing the holidays through the wonder filled eyes of children.

Children, no matter their circumstances, manage to constantly remind us that the holidays are a truly a magical time of year. For the last nine years, patients at Children’s Hospital have had a more magical holiday thanks to the generous contributions of the community and the tireless efforts of Mia Samora, who organizes Harry’s Annual Toy Drive in memory of her son, Harry Samora.

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Harry was a good friend of my oldest son, Christopher. I can still remember the day when my wife called me as Christopher and I were going into King Soopers with the news of Harry’s passing. Having

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to explain to a seven year old that he would never be able to see his friend again was one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do.

Harry’s time on this earth was entirely too brief, but his legacy of joy lives on, year after year, bringing smiles to the faces of those brave little warriors at Children’s Hospital. We should all strive to have as meaningful a life and make as profound a difference in this world as Harry Samora. By honoring Harry’s life and making a contribution in his name we are all embracing the true meaning of the holidays and in that act of giving, we are reminded of how lucky we are to be able to share in the spirit of the season.

To donate, bring new, unwrapped toys (Harry especially loved race cars) for children newborn-18 years or a monetary donation through December 21 to our office at Waid Publishing, 19751 E Mainstreet, Suite R-18, Parker, CO 80138. You can also make a donation online at harrysamoramemorial.com

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Progress Way (303) 731-2500 PLAY IT AGAIN MUSIC 10234 playitagainmusicco.com

Have you ever had the dream of rockin’ out on stage with thousands of screaming fans cheering and dancing to your sweet tunes? How about simply wanting to be able to take up a new hobby that involves a musical instrument? In many cases, the financial investment of buying music equipment might be the barrier to learning that new hobby or becoming the next rock star. Have no fear, Play It Again Music in Parker is here!

experience in buying and selling musical instruments and gear, their knowledge and expertise can help you find what you are looking for.

When you stop by their store at 10234 Progress Way in Parker you notice an abundance of used and new musical gear.

Everything from drums to guitars to keyboards to gear that you might not know what it is or does is available there. With years of

No matter if you are a seasoned music professional or someone just wanting to try something new, Play It Again Music in Parker should be your “go to” resource. Hit them up online at playitagainmusicco.com or stop by and check them out!

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Do you have a child who swears they want to learn the guitar or drums? We’ve all been there and buying used is definitely the way to go. This keeps the financial investment down while giving your little one the opportunity to explore and learn something new and exciting.

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THIS SECTION IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ALLIANCE AND ITS DOWNTOWN PARKER MEMBER BUSINESSES

D

ecember is magical in Downtown Parker. With a picturesque backdrop of millions of twinkle lights, Downtown is the place to be this Holiday season.

The locally owned businesses in Downtown Parker have a wide variety of gifts and products to make your holiday shopping easy and fun.

From the unique to the amazing, you can find it at one of our member businesses.

The Town of Parker is also providing horse drawn carriage rides and lots of events this season. Every year it gets better and better and this year will for sure be great. Come down and see for yourself.

Not only will you make short work of your holiday list, but you will also be helping great

Grab some friends and family and schedule a couple trips to Downtown Parker for shopping

December’s Featured Downtown Businesses Parker Garage Restaurant 19420 E MainStreet (720) 389-8105 ParkerGarage.com

Parker Garage is a Chef driven culinary inspired restaurant with Chef Duy Pham leading the way. We are located right in the heart of Parker on Mainstreet in the original and historic “Parker Garage” building.

Parker Day & Med Spa 19767 Pikes Peak Ave (303) 841-8780 ParkerMedSpa.com

Whether you want a relaxing massage to transform you from a stress ball back into the you, you remember or you want to transform your body or skin, we are your transformation destination.

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local family owned businesses grow and succeed.

The simply act of making a purchase from a local business helps them not only put foot on their table, but also help their local employees provide for their families. This “local” effect is powerful and fast...and starts with you!

Blue Talon Photography 10964 S Pikes Peak Dr (303) 840-3312 bluetalonfoto.com Blue Talon Photography, specializing in Fine Portrait Art Photography, creating art for seniors, families, engagements, weddings and commercial photography.

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Downtown Business Alliance Directory 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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HEALTH & BEAUTY 13 All EyesOn U, LLC 14 Seven Seas HAIR Salon 28 Me Me Me Salon 32 Parker Day & Med Spa

alleyesonu.skincaretherapy.net sevenseasHAIRsalon.com mememeonmain.com ParkerMedSpa.com

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

DebbieLewisProperties.com farmersagent.com/pcarter3 mangomtg.com osgoodteam.com/ travelleaders.com/parker parkerchamber.com staffingwithbliss.com

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

BeautifulArtPictureFraming.com www.BonneBella.net fruitsofourspirit.com mainstreetflower.com mainstreetgeneralstore.com parkerpanache.com pinetreejewlers.com Vmjewelers. Com

and fun. Stop by and grab a cup of coffee or hot cocoa, pick up those special gifts for your loved ones (don’t forget a little something for yourself ) and then enjoy a great meal at one of our many locally owned Downtown Parker restaurants.

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Have a safe and happy Holiday and make Downtown Parker part of your Holiday shopping traditions.

Friday, December 4 - 7:30 PM Saturday, December 5 - 7:30 PM Sunday, December 6 - 2:00 PM Get into the spirit of the holidays as the Parker Chorale and the Parker Symphony Orchestra treat you to an evening of traditional carols, familiar songs, and a few surprises in this annual celebration of the season. Parker Chorale is an adult community choral group dedicated to fostering the arts and supporting music education in the Town of Parker

and Douglas County. Similarly, the Parker Symphony Orchestra is an all-volunteer group whose mission is to perform orchestra music that will educate, entertain and inspire the people of Parker and the surrounding communities. These home town groups come together for an evening of holiday cheer, celebrated through the joy of music.

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Tickets available at ParkerArts.org

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Parker Christmas Carriage Parade Continue the holiday tradition in downtown Parker at the Christmas Carriage Parade on Saturday, Dec. 12 at noon! See spectacular marching bands, equestrian entries and catch a glimpse of Mr. and Mrs. Claus! Come early and stay after the parade to experience holiday ice sculpting sponsored by Kneaders Bakery & Café and Huntington Learning Center and a petting zoo and pony rides sponsored by Westerra Credit Union and Swingle Lawn and Tree Landscape Care from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Home for the Holidays Winter Market will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and there will be pictures with Santa sponsored by Authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from 1 to 3 p.m.!

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The 2015 parade is themed “A Storybook Christmas” and will begin heading west on

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Mainstreet at noon. Parade spectators are asked to remember that Mainstreet and Victorian roads will be closed from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and those parked in this area will not be able to exit until roads are reopened. Parking outside of these limits is advised. Visit www.ParkerOnline.org/ CarriageParade for maps and more information.

You may also call 303.841.0353.

Many thanks to the sponsors that help make this event possible: Authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kneaders Bakery & Café, Swingle Lawn Tree and Landscape Care, Westerra Credit Union, Parker Station Professional Offices, Escalade Financial Partners and Spradlin Printing. A special thank you to our Town Partners: Huntington Learning Center and Rocky Mountain Real Estate Advisors.

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Don’t Let A

BROKEN PHONE

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OH NO! You stop in horror as you hear a loud ‘crack’ when you sit down. you just realized that your cell phone was in your back pocket! Hoping for the best you slowly pull it out just to realize the screen has dozens of little spider web cracks spread all over it. What now?

You could head over to the local phone store and see if there is anything they can do? More than likely the only option they will give is to purchase a new phone and sign a new contact. Well, you do have options and they are far less expensive than a new phone. Try getting your phone repaired instead of replacing it.

Many businesses have popped up that will repair your broken or damaged phone at a fraction of the cost. These businesses, like locally owned Device Dr., can fix a wide range of issues which your phone may be suffering from.

Screen is cracked? No problem. Battery no longer holding a charge? They’ve got it covered. Speaker not sounding right? They can make it sound beautiful again.

Many repairs can be completed same day with very little down time. So instead of replacement, try repair and save time and money.

Device Dr. is located at 734 S. Perry St. Unit D in Castle Rock. They can be reached at 303-927-6454 or online at DeviceDr.com.

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THEBOOKENDS

with Pam & Becky

A Christmas Memory By Truman Capote This is a darling short story about a seven year old boy and his elderly cousin, whom is his best friend. They are preparing for the holidays, and their annual event of making, and giving away fruitcakes. It may not have many pages but this is a powerful story of a bond between two unlikely buddies.

BECKY I picked this short story thinking that it would

be a great read for a busy time of year. What I quickly discovered was an absolute treasure. Truman Capote wrote this mostly autobiographical story for Mademoiselle Magazine in December of 1956.

It wasn’t a printed book until 1966. It’s a short story about his memory of preparing for the holidays with his elderly cousin. Did you enjoy this tale as much as I did?

PAM I loved this story of friendship and the excitement that is found in a special relationship. His elderly cousin calls him “Buddy,” after a long ago acquaintance. He is accepting of this nickname and it seems to somehow add to the magic of this unlikely pair. They live in a house with many other relatives who don’t always appreciate their special adventures. At one point, one of the relatives becomes angry with Buddy’s cousin. What were your thoughts about this “pecking order” in the house?

BECKY There is a line in the beginning part of the

book that reads, “Other people inhabit the house, relatives; and though they have power over us, and frequently make us cry, we are not, on the whole, too much aware of them.” I think that this says it all. The friends are clearly at the bottom of the pecking order but it doesn’t seem to affect them too much. The two are treated a bit harsh but I think that it represented what was normal for the time in history that this is written. What did you think about the beautiful illustrations?

PAM The illustrations certainly enhance this lovely

story. The fun drawings help the reader form a complete picture of the characters and their adventures. Some of their biggest adventures revolve around gathering the ingredients to make fruitcakes for many friends (and even people they didn’t know personally). It is an exciting time for both of them when his cousin wakes up and declares it is time for

their annual task. Didn’t you love how they worked together so excitedly?

BECKY They were an adorable pair and although it

is a short story the author made this pair delightfully engaging. If you like the beauty of an older style of writing than you will enjoy this little treasure. I am going to buy a couple of copies for Christmas presents. Did you know that there is also a movie based on this book?

PAM Great idea, Becky; this would make a lovely gift.

I did not know there is a movie based on this story. Is it a recent movie? I would love to watch it during the Christmas season.

BECKY During my research I found some interesting

information. The first version was filmed, by ABC Stage 67, in 1966 and is narrated by Capote. One of the stars won an Emmy and the production won a Peabody Award. You can find it on YouTube but unfortunately it is broken into six separate recordings. There was also a Hallmark television movie made in 1997 with Patty Duke. If you really want to get into the spirit of this movie then whip up a loaf of fruitcake. Check out the following link to a fruitcake recipe. I was looking for something more unique than what we traditionally think of when fruitcake is mentioned. I haven’t tried it yet but it sounds pretty darn yummy.

davidlebovitz.com/2007/11/chocolatecherry Pam, please tell us what the first pick of 2016 will be.

PAM We will take a sharp turn and explore the history of World War II through the eyes of many women, as we discuss The Girls of Atomic City By: Denise Kiernan.

Happy Holidays from Bookends!

LOCALAUTHORSPOTLIGHT Hello, BEAUTY Full By Elisa Morgan Women struggle under the onging weight of “not-enoughness.”

Not attractive enough. Not smart enough. Not fit enough. Not creative enough ... And therefore, not beautiful. We are broken and ashamed to be so.

In our eyes, brokenness makes us unlovable and unusable. But in Scripture, God is clear that he sees us the way we already are in Christ: deeply loved and abundantly influential.

Hello, Beauty Full explodes the shame-based mythology of our “not-enoughness,” empowering women to see ourselves as beautiful creations designed by God. Hello, Beauty Full is available online at www.elisamorgan.com

Life in a Pinball Machine ~ Memoir of An Idiot ~ By Mike Westmoreland I think my first awareness that I was marginal and having difficulty paying attention and following the “rules” of order happened in the second grade. I was always bouncing about, curious as to what everyone else was doing. One day I was pulled out of the class by the school counselor who asked me why it was that every time I was called upon by the teacher, I would turn around in my desk and reply, “Who me?” All the good intentions of those faithful teachers were for naught-my eyes generally glancing to the outside to see what was going on out there and not to what was being written on the chalkboard. Even my religious instructors throughout my life have had grave concerns-in a manner of speaking.

I’ve been bouncing around ever since, never really choosing a path, but simply reacting to every experience that has been placed in my way.

Life in a Pinball Machine is available online at amazon.com.

2015 Menorah Lighting Celebration in Parker Bring your friends and family to O’Brien Park on Saturday, December 12th at 6:00pm to celebrate the Menorah lighting. All are welcome to thi annual event in Parker.

Presented by the Chabad Jewish Center of South Metro Denver, the annual Menorah lighting is a great event for those of all faiths.

The festivities include latkes & donuts, children’s enterntainment, Chanukau arts & crafts, gifts for the children and much more.

All ages will have a great time and learn about Chanukah.

Rabbi Avraham Mintz, Parker Mayor Mike Waid, member of the Parker Town Council and others from your community will be there to celebrate.

For more information, call 303-792-7222 or visit DenverJewishCenter.com.

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