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LIFESTYLE LETTER

SEPTEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER

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September – A Fashion-Forward Fall

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Take a look at all the beautiful ways to update your wardrobe and stay on top of the latest fashion trends by shopping your way through this issue. Trust us when we say Arvada has some serious style! As always, thanks for reading, and we’ll see you around town!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE SEPTEMBER 2021

FEATURES 14 Introducing Sandy Bornstein Arvada Lifestyle’s Food & Travel Contributor

18 A Local Favorite of 32 Years La Patisserie Francaise Bakery

22 Studio M Turning Wasted Fabrics Into Designer Treasures

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36 Stylize Your Balcony With the Colors of Fall Inspired by European Design

DEPARTMENTS 6

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Inspired By

Culinary Creations

22 Artist’s Palette 26 Food & Wine 32 Driver’s Notebook 36 Renovate & Refine 39 Realty Report 40 Lifestyle Calendar

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INSPIRED BY

Introducing Sandy Bornstein ARVADA LIFESTYLE’S FOOD & TRAVEL CONTRIBUTOR

STARTING IN THE OCTOBER ISSUE, I WILL BE SHARING MY FOOD AND TRAVEL ADVENTURES WITH ARVADA LIFESTYLE READERS. Unlike a significant number of my travel writing peers who repurpose information from Google searches and list articles, my stories are based on authentic travel experiences. For decades, I have been exploring the world. I chose to become a travel writer after living as an expat in India. I was eager to write about my adventures and to share helpful travel tips. Growing up in the northern suburbs of Chicago, I never imagined a day when I would stand face-to-face with monkeys while teaching 5th grade students at a notable international boarding school in Bangalore, India, nor did I envision living in a developing country when I was an empty nester. Circumstances beyond my control opened up the opportunity to leave behind my Colorado version of the American dream and to temporarily relocate to Asia. From a 6,000 square foot metro Denver home, I slowly adjusted to a 300 square foot dorm room on the outskirts of Bangalore. I found myself in a lifestyle way outside my comfort zone. While coping with my intense culture shock, I focused on three passions – a desire to travel, a zeal for writing, and a love of teaching.

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“Li fe is a jou rney, not a desti nation.” —R a lph Wa ldo Emerson

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After returning to the U.S, I shared the lessons I learned about perseverance, travel, education, faith, and family in my award-winning memoir, May This Be the Best Year of Your Life. I also started to write about our travels and the importance of stepping outside my comfort zone. Prior to living in India, I taught K-12 students in the United States as well as college-level courses at the University of Colorado and Front Range Community College. After being an expat educator, I had hoped to return to an American classroom. When my efforts to find a teaching position were unsuccessful, I focused on my travels and writing. As empty nesters, my husband, Ira, and I have more flexibility. We tour cities and also enjoy the outdoors by trekking in forests, skiing down mountain slopes, snorkeling in the ocean, and horseback riding on trails. Along the way, we savor the cuisine and explore the local culture. Our accommodations are diverse— memorable inns, posh resorts, dude ranches, historical properties, and rented homes. Our journeys have taken us across the globe to places frequently visited as well as to roads less traveled. In Asia, we have scampered up the uneven steps of the Great Wall of China, crouched through the infamous Cu Chi Tunnels in Vietnam, visited the Taj Mahal in India’s Golden Triangle, floated in the Dead Sea near Israel’s Masada, and checked out Egypt’s pyramid and the Great Sphinx. While in Europe, we hiked Mount Vesuvius, shed tears at Dachau, Germany, toured Castelo de S. Jorge, a Lisbon castle, explored Teide National Park in the Canary Islands, and sampled food at London’s Borough Market. South of the U.S. Border, we have traveled on cruise ships to the Galapagos Islands, the Caribbean Islands, and rounded Cape Horn. A comprehensive land trip to Costa Rica introduced us to the flora and fauna of Central America. A shorter land excursion opened our eyes to Peruvian history when we toured Machu Picchu during a rainstorm. From the east to the west coast, we have experienced bits and pieces of Canadian culture. In Quebec City, we bicycled to Montmorency Falls while in Lake Louise we trekked more than a dozen miles so we could witness the incredible beauty of the region. Farther west, we appreciated Canada’s most temperate climate by exploring Vancouver Island. 16

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Our domestic travels have likewise given us a wonderful sense of America’s diversity. We appreciated our opportunity to see Alaska’s glaciers from a helicopter, snorkel with rare Hawaiian monk seals, explore Native American culture at Colorado’s Mesa Verde, sample South Carolina’s Lowcountry cuisine, and learn more about American history at East Coast landmarks. Whenever time permits, we embark on journeys that add to our understanding of the world. The destination is only part of our experience. Unless we are participating in a prearranged tour, we remain flexible and let our days unfold. Sometimes, our best memories and images come from the unexpected. Even though the pandemic caused the travel industry to grind to a halt we found safe ways to travel to several domestic destinations—Moab, Utah, Telluride, Colorado, Vista Verde Ranch near Steamboat, Skiing at Vail and Keystone, South Seas Island Resort on Captiva Island, Florida, and the Ko’a Kea Hotel and Resort on the Island of Kauai. Last summer, Ira was diagnosed with glioblastoma, an incurable brain cancer. He responded remarkably to his brain surgery and standard of care treatments. Currently, he wears an FDA approved device on his head designed to polarize the lingering cancer cells. At the beginning of the year, I added a new thread to my writing, the importance of embracing life when faced with an incurable brain cancer diagnosis. I will continue to write about active adventures, food/ beverages, cruises, culture/historical sites, intergenerational travel, places to stay, getaways and wellness travel. These stories appear online and in print publications. PDF versions of many of these published stories are located on TheTravelingBornsteins.com portfolio page. In October, remember to look for my first Arvada Lifestyle travel story. In the meantime, feel free to connect on LinkedIn and Instagram or to send an email to sandy@ thetravelingbornsteins.com.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

ARTICLE MONTY MONTGOMERY

l a f av c o l o a of 3 rite 2 years

LA PATISSERIE FRANCAISE BAKERY

ARVADA NATIVES ARE EVER SO FOND OF THEIR LOCAL GO-TO ESTABLISHMENTS, A STANDARD WHICH LA PATISSERIE BAKERY HAS TRULY EXCEEDED OVER THE PAST 32 YEARS OF BUSINESS. It’s the kind of place that parents recall visiting in their younger years, and can now introduce their own children to. After over three decades of serving the surrounding Colorado community, it’s safe to say that Arvada sees this “Ma and Pa” shop as the neighborhood bakery of choice.

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La Patisserie is now owned by Sadie and her husband Randy, who grew up around the small-town, “from scratch” style of bakeries that are reminiscent of the East Coast. Sadie revels in the responsibility of training the next generation of pastry chefs, welcoming young bakers looking to polish their skills while gaining early work experience. The Arvada bakery is known for their unique selection of french and breakfast pastries, cookies, and elaborately decorated cakes. Whether you’re celebrating the birthday of a loved one or in need of an elegant wedding cake, La Patisserie Francaise offers pastries for any special occasion. Sadie and her team can also create customized goodie packages called Bakery Care Baskets, which are conveniently delivered straight to the recipient’s doorstep. Custom orders for cakes and cookies are also available upon request so that customers can order treats specific to their occasion and desires.

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eighborh n e oo h T “ d b aker y .” e of choic For credibility’s sake, the establishment consistently ranks as a top bakery and even earned a Business of the Year award in 2016. La Patisserie is currently open for to-go orders of their renowned desserts and pastries. To get in touch or place an order, the bakery can be reached at (303) 424-5056 or by email at sales@lapatbakery.com. To see their reviews and peruse the La Patisserie menu, interested customers can visit their website at www.lapatbakery.com.

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TURNING WASTED FABRICS INTO DESIGNER TREASURES

STUDIO M ARTICLE MONTY MONTGOMERY

’CLEAN UP TIME’ ISN’T EXACTLY A

for turning trash into treasure. Reinhardt’s

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subsequent work with LIMN, DUXIANA,

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followed by a 2019 partnership called

a childhood “go-to.” She can still remember

MCPillows, which Reinhardt left in 2020 to

her favorite chore, vacuuming, for the result

start Studio M Denver.

of instant improvement. From a young age,

Since then, Studio M has rapidly made a

she understood the importance of aesthetics

name for itself as Denver’s source of home

- even as a poor college undergrad, Molly still

interior style. The company’s studio houses

saved $5 a week for the BART station flower

several collections, from black and white

vendors in San Francisco. “No matter the

themes to aqua shades and mountain-in-

price, aesthetics soothe the mind,” she said.

spired sets of repurposed designer pillows.

She worked at high-end showroom

The fabric is often found in limited amounts,

Waterworks for about ten years after col-

so many of these pillows feature different

lege, donning an $11 outfit while serving the

materials and textures on either side. This

1% of the 1% for remodels and new-build

makes for some interesting two-toned and

construction. She’d always been a Goodwill

four-toned designs that can be flipped over at

shopper and dumpster diver with a knack

any time for a fresh appeal.

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A large portion of Reinhardt’s material repertoire is memo samples, which are typically thrown away by designers due to the metal grommets which discourage commercial use. As a solution, Studio M cuts around these grommels and stitches separate fabrics together to make up for the lost area. Reinhardt also sources “flags” from designer centers, which can provide up to nine feet of material and are used to make “grounder pillows.” Since the material is so large, these products are wrapped in one single fabric rather than a combination stitch. Reinhardt now gets the bulk of her design materials from friends and past colleagues rather than daily dumpster diving, thanks to the extensive network of designers she’s built over the years. To support Molly’s treasure hunts and give your home a touch of high-end comfort, be sure to visit www.studiomdenver.com or take a visit to her studio in the heart of Denver.

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ARTICLE MONTY MONTGOMERY | PHOTOGRAPHY SARAH SCHIERKOLK

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FLIGHTS WINE ISN’T STRICTLY LIMITED TO WINE LOVERS IF YOU’VE BEEN ON THE HUNT FOR A LOCAL RESTAURANT

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Lavonne’s sentiments. Flowers surround the entire space for a

CAFE’S DISTINCT SELECTION OF WINE AND FOOD OPTIONS.

healthy dose of color. Candles are lined across the outdoor patio

According to Lavonne, the co-owner of Flights Wine, her establish-

for a truly warm ambiance. Modernized fireplaces with advanced

ment harbors “the best patio in Old Town.”

heat control keep customers cozy during cooler evenings. From

The restaurant itself is a refurbished home built in 1945, which Lavonne turned into a wine bar with snug seating and sleek fireplaces.

aesthetics to sheer comfort, the atmosphere at Flights Wine Cafe makes for an impactful dining experience.

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FOOD & WINE (CONTINUED)

THE LIVE MUSIC ON SATURDAYS AND THE OCCASIONAL THURSDAY IS A MAGNET FOR ARVADA LOCALS

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The live music on Saturdays and the occasional Thursday is a magnet for Arvada locals as well. Flights Wine Cafe plans to add a few more gazebos for use during live music events, though they can also be requested as private spaces when music isn’t scheduled. Umbrellas are available for brighter days, and the patio has both shady and sunny spots to cater to either preference. Flights Wine Cafe has hosted their fair share of weddings, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, retirement parties, baby showers, and so much more. Depending on the size of an event, they can simultaneously carry on with normal business thanks to the massive patio space. As for their day-to-day clientele, the restaurant is welcoming to family dinners, friendly hangouts, and date nights for time-restrained parents. Looking at their drinks selection, the establishment offers a list of both renowned and lesser-known wines. Some of their niche options are from locations like New Zealand, South Africa, Greece and Portugal, while more common wines from France, Italy, California, Washington State, and even Colorado are also available in a bottle, a glass, or as a flight. Beer and spirit options are a bit limited, though Flights Wine is more than capable of serving margaritas, sangrias, tequila flights, and bourbon. Mixed drinks are no issue either, and are available upon request. Simply put, Flights Wine isn’t strictly limited to wine lovers. As for the food selection, Flights Wine Cafe takes pride in hosting a diverse menu of items that are unique and foreign to most first-time diners. For example, their roasted red pepper and onion ciabatta bread and “Moody Bleau” grilled cheese are unique fan favorites that most customers had never encountered before. The menu can be described as Americana with a healthy mix of light tapas and large dishes to meet a range of appetites. If you’re in the mood for something sweet after your meal, dessert flights of three varied treats are available for indecisive eaters. Among their most popular desserts is the cheesecake, which is doused in bourbon and lit ablaze for mouthwatering caramelization. All in all, Flights Wine Cafe caters to a strong local community of regulars with a beautiful dog-friendly patio, creative team of dedicated staff, and a dedication to giving back through various fundraisers. To get in touch with Flights Wine Cafe and organize your next special occasion, send your inquiries to flightswinecafe@hotmail.com or call (303) 697-0492. To see their beautiful patio, take a visit to their location on 7714 Grandview Avenue in Arvada between 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m to take advantage of their happy hour prices.

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STYLE ISN’T LIMITED TO THE DESIGNER JEANS ON YOUR HIPS, THE ARTWORK STRUNG ACROSS YOUR WALLS, OR THE ARRANGEMENT OF YOUR LIVING ROOM CENTERPIECES. This personalization extends outside of your clothing style or interior design choices, and into your driveway. Simply put, our cars serve as additional reflections of our inner selves - and Rockin Rims of Applied Plastic Coatings is taking this customization to new heights with their range of specialty wheel refinishing options. As a family-owned business with its 30th anniversary next year, Applied Plastic Coatings is a familiar name across the Colorado landscape. Their team primarily specializes in ceramic exhaust coating, powder coating, thermoplastics, and rare fluoro polymers. They strive to meet two specific standards: decorative and functional. Diverse color sets and wide range of materials allow for total personalization, making them the only company nationwide to offer such niche powder coatings and linings. Whatever stylistic idea or functional need you have, they’ve got you covered.

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Over the years, the company has niched down to work with epoxies and thermoplastics in producing park benches, playgrounds, and more for the city. Some of their past work even entails services for Lockheed Martin components used on NASA rovers, as well as dealings with NREL and US Mint. Rockin Rims is a separate division of Applied Plastic Coatings that offers one-day wheel refinishing options in custom colors. Their service covers disassembly, prep, powder coating, and installation, all within 24 hours. The company also houses a showroom with thousands of custom-ordered colors, including specialty effects. For more information, take a look at the Rockin Rims page of the Applied Plastic Coatings website. To set an appointment and inject some personality into your ride, interested customers can call (303) 424-9200 or email Lindsy@appliedplastic.com.

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ARTICLE MONTY MONTGOMERY

Stylize Your Balcony with the

COLORS OF FALL INSPIRED BY EUROPEAN DESIGN

European balconies, and the empty appeal of most American ones. This observation eventually sparked the birth of Balcony Buddies, a way to keep gardens above ground by using removable straps, COLORADO LOCALS KNOW THAT FEW SEASONS MATCH UP TO

while adding a touch of life to the balcony as a whole. Perhaps most

THE BEAUTY OF FALL. The forests change to layer mountainsides in

importantly, Balcony Buddies render apartments garden-friendly.

vibrant hues of orange and red, making that everyday jog or bike ride all

Rather than being discouraged by a lack of space, gardeners living

the more enjoyable. It’s a greenthumb’s paradise - and as the season

in condominiums or apartment spaces can refresh plain, concrete

rears its head, local gardeners or homeowners may find themselves

balconies for a more welcoming and eye-catching display. They

looking for fall-appropriate additions to their home exteriors.

also make perfect gifts!

Look no further than Balcony Buddies, a local company dedicated

Balcony Buddies are available in three colors: Terracotta, Red, and

to shaping bland balconies into colorful living spaces with their sig-

Green, perfectly suited for the colors brought upon by the fall. The

nature railed gardening solution. Using specialized flat-back pots

company offers individual Balcony Buddies at a price of $14.99, as well

and cinch straps, gardeners can now save room and add color to

as a three-pack option for $39.99. Interested customers can visit their

their balconies by quickly strapping a set of Balcony Buddies across

website, https://balconybuddies.com, call the office at +1 720-244-

their railing. Simply place the included adhesive strip on the flat back

6703, or email Heidi directly at heidi@balconybuddies.com.

of the Balcony Buddy, hold the adhesive side against a chosen railing picket, and fasten the cinch strap around the pot to secure it. By using a combination of sturdy adhesive, and hook and loop strapping, there’s no need to worry about broken pots or ruined plants. Heidi Williams worked in the pharmaceutical industry for over 25 years until a sudden realization in 2019 took her path elsewhere. She noticed a jarring difference between beautifully decorative CityLifestyle.com/Arvada

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REALTY REPORT NEIGHBORHOOD

ARVADA

REALTY REPORT

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

West Woods

$1,400,000

$1,600,000

114%

4.5

Car-O-Mor Heights

$1,200,000

$1,415,880

118%

3.5

Spring Mesa

$1,325,000

$1,415,000

107%

4.5

Spring Mesa

$1,395,000

$1,349,500

97%

5.5

Rainbow Ridge

$1,349,000

$1,335,000

99%

4.5

Spring Mesa

$1,388,000

$1,325,000

96%

5.5

Candlelight

$1,325,000

$1,310,000

99%

Alkire Estates

$1,189,000

$1,225,000

103%

2.5

West Woods Ranch

$1,295,000

$1,215,000

94%

5.5

Candelas

$1,125,000

$1,155,000

103%

4.5

West Woods Ranch

$950,000

$1,115,000

117%

4.5

Candlelight

$1,199,900

$1,100,000

92%

Hillside Cottages

$1,145,000

$1,100,000

96%

Estates on Gage Hill

$1,076,832

$1,094,832

102%

125

3.5

Fieldstone

$983,000

$1,087,500

111%

3.5

West Woods Ranch

$990,000

$1,084,500

110%

4.5

Churchill Downs

$995,000

$1,010,000

102%

2.1

West Woods Ranch

$899,900

$1,010,000

112%

Fieldstone

$875,000

$1,003,000

115%

2.5

Information obtained through RE Colorado Multiple Listing Service. List and sold price reflect one selected home within the respective subdivision.

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Bike Friendly Arvada's Annual Brewery Ride has a new route this year! Starting at Odyssey Beerwerks, 5535 West 56th Avenue #107, riders will then likely head north to Kokopelli Beer, back south to a few Olde Town breweries and then back to Odyssey. Enjoy a small sample of beer at each stop and hang out at Odyssey after the ride.

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KIDS INTRO TO TAI KWON DO Lane Academy of Martial Arts

Children from 5 -13 years of age are all invited to Lane Academy of Martial Arts on Tuesday nights from 6:006:45 PM, for a FREE introductory class of Tai Kwon DO. Karate lessons are very popular after extended school breaks and have proven to increase student focus and confidence in the classroom. Please wear sweat-pants, T-Shirt and no jewelry.

9 TASTE OF EVERGREEN Evergreen Lake House

Enjoy the last of summer by exploring the various food offerings from some of Evergreen's best restaurants and caterers, and then casting your vote. Think green chili mac & cheese vs shrimp & chorizo lettuce wraps! This is a fun community event for all ages. VIP Wine/ Beer Tasting 'til 5:30 (additional $20). Tickets are $30

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10 95TH ANNUAL ARVADA HARVEST FESTIVAL & PARADE Wolff Park

The Arvada Harvest Festival and Parade is the second longest continuously running festival in Colorado. Today, a variety of Arvada citizens and neighbors produce and host this cultural and historic celebration of Arvada, with the oversight of the Arvada Junior Chamber Foundation. Apply online to volunteer or be a vendor, for this 3 day event!

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SEPTEMBER

Real Estate Denver Metro

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17 NEW! EXHIBITIONS Arvada Center

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Two upcoming exhibitions feature an emphasis on the art of language. Roland Bernier's: In Other

Words experiments with symbols, bold colors, strong lines & a vast

diversity of materials to exploit visual

characteristics rather than textual

A LW A Y S F E E L

FAB U L O U S

meaning. Word Play showcases a

selection of works, by 15 regional artists, that use text & symbols to make a statement & express emotion.

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SEPTEMBER

Two Exciting Home Communities in Arvada

68th & Carr Street

Great New House Plan – The Bray | 3,000 sft. | 4 Bed Featuring rooftop decks ∙ Offered from upper $900’s Move in ready Summer 2022

52nd & Allison Street

Only a Few Home-Sites Remain A luxury town home community located in Olde Town with homes offered from the $600’s

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