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LIFESTYLE LETTER

MAY 2018 PUBLISHER

Jeni Fleck | Jeni.Fleck@LifestylePubs.com Joan Dameron | Joan.Dameron@LifestylePubs.com EDITOR

Nicolette Martin | Nicolette.Martin@LifestylePubs.com

To Strong Women AS A MOTHER-DAUGHTER TEAM, WE HERE AT PARKER LIFESTYLE ARE

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Nicolette Martin, Jennifer Starbuck CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Nicolette Martin, Steven Scobee

EXCITED TO NOT ONLY CELEBRATE THE MOTHERS IN OUR COMMUNITY THIS MAY, BUT WE ALSO WANT TO TAKE THIS CHANCE TO RECOGNIZE ALL OF THE STRONG LADIES WHO ARE CHANGING OUR COMMUNITY’S LANDSCAPE AND INFLUENCING ITS FUTURE. In this month’s feature article, you’ll meet some of them and learn about the impact they have. You may even catch a few of them around town! Since May also brings the start of spring and, often, warmer weather, you’ll also find the perfect place to take a girl’s getaway to make the most out of bluer skies. Round up the women who make life fun and hit the road. Our guide will help you plan the perfect, relaxing trip. We’ll also bring you inside a Two Bridges model home with tips on how to make your space more feminine and more “you.” Plus, we share some of our own favorite items with you!

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I feel lucky and blessed every single day to be working with my own mom as we embark on this journey with Parker Lifestyle. Joan is not only my mother, but she is

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also my lifelong inspiration, friend and biggest cheerleader. Her ardent drive and warm personality have shaped who I am today, and I couldn’t ask for a better business partner. So, when we’re celebrating the mothers in our lives, we’ll also raise a glass to all of the strong and influential women who have guided our journey to where we are today.

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ON THE COVER Megan McWilliams, Erika Klein, Kristina Krepinski and Rebekah Balkema. Shake off the cold winter with a ladies-only road trip to Mt. Princeton Hot Springs.

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The Neurosciences Program at Parker Adventist Hospital • • •

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At Parker Adventist Hospital, a non-profit hospital within Centura Health’s system of care, health moves us. And moving fast for your brain’s health is our neurosciences team’s top priority. Not only is our hospital a nationallycertified Primary Stroke Center which provides exceptional and fast stroke care, we have been awarded the Gold Plus & Target Stroke Elite Plus Achievement by the American Stroke Association for advanced quality levels in stroke care. Our program includes advanced neuro diagnostics, brain and spine surgery, and neuro rehabilitation. Parker Adventist Hospital’s neurosciences team will be there to provide state-of-the-art healthcare when your brain and spine need it most.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MAY 2018 FEATURES 18 A Hot Girlfriends Getaway Shake off the Cold Winter with a Ladies-only Road Trip to Mt. Princeton Hot Springs & Salida

22 Inspiring Local Female Movers & Shakers Women Making Their Mark on the Parker Community with Their Vision, Activism and Spirit

26 Build a Space Suited Just For You Making Your Home Your Own Means Surrounding Yourself with what You Love

34 Jeni + Her Mom Publishers Jeni Fleck and Mom Joan

22 34

Dameron Say Working Together is a Dream Come True

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

14 DIY 18

Road Trip

26 Open House 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Localâ€™s Choice

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GOOD TIMES

2018 Macaroni Kid Douglas County Summer Camp & Activities Fair

The 2018 Macaroni Kid Douglas County Summer Camp & Activities Fair was held Sunday, April 8 at CU South Denver. This event is a one-stop community-focused event designed to give families the opportunity to meet face-to-face with the best camps, summer activities and more in and around Douglas County.

Zonta Club of Douglas County’s Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser “Empowering Women Through Service & Advocacy." Each April, the Zonta Club of Douglas County hosts a trivia night. It is the signature fundraiser for the club, and all monies earned are returned to the community in the form of grants and scholarships.

1. Realtor Karla Painter and her trivia team. | 2. Realtor Karla Painter’s second trivia table. 8

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AROUND TOWN

JAY MOORE STUDIO - “WANDERLUST” Jay Moore’s mission is “To create a painting worthy of my collectors, I need to experience the location— breathe the air and crunch the leaves underfoot."

HUMANEX ACADEMY'S ANNUAL FUNDRAISER - "AN ARTFUL NIGHT" Humanex Academy is a private, accredited, alternative middle and high school that offers a

See his works at the “Wanderlust” showcase of

structured, supportive academic environment for

new works focusing on recent trips to Colorado and

students with unique academic, social, emotional

the west. During the show, which runs May 4-21, Jay’s

and behavioral needs since 1983. It works with

studio will be open to the public from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30

students who present with a variety of learning

p.m., Monday through Friday. The studio is also open

challenges, who are Twice Exceptional (2e), on

evenings and weekends by appointment.

the Autism spectrum or struggling in traditional

A public reception will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on May 4. The artist will be in attendance. Early preview available now by request.

academic settings because of a mood or anxiety disorder. Humanex is ranked as one of the 50 best private special needs schools in the U.S!

The studio is located in historic downtown Parker

Save the date—5:30 p.m. May 5 for Humanex

at 11020 S. Pikes Peak Drive, #105, Parker, CO 80138.

Academy's annual fundraiser, a night of celebration

For more information, visit JayMooreStudio.com,

of all that goes into making Humanex Academy

call 303.588.4152 or email jay@jaymoorestudio.com.

great. The evening will include a Cinco de Mayo-

HILLTOP ART AND MUSIC FAIR Celebrate the old railroad town Hilltop with art, music and history! The fair is located at the historic

themed dinner and a fun live/silent auction. Funds raised will go toward student financial aid, teacher development and student resources. Please come join for dinner, silent auction and an evening of fun.

1898 Hilltop Schoolhouse and the UCC Parker

Make your reservations at Humanex Academy's

Hilltop Church at the intersection of Democrat and

front desk or by phone at 303.783.0137. Tickets are

Flintwood Roads about 6 miles southeast of Parker.

$45 for adults, $30 for children 12 and under, or

The fair features fine art and original crafts, and music/

$300 to reserve a table for eight. Table sponsor-

performing arts from the local area. Added bonuses

ships are available.

are a seven-school student art show, a Hilltop history media presentation and a silent auction. Come expe-

DCL PRESENTS KAREN KINGSBURY

rience a country fair by singing along with the Hilltop

One of America’s favorite inspirational storytellers

Station Band, getting your face painted or your car-

is coming to Douglas County in early June. Douglas

icature sketched. Light refreshments are available.

County Libraries, in partnership with Tattered Cover

Admission, parking, performances and hay wagon

Book Store, is pleased to host bestselling author

rides between the two fair sites are free. The fair runs

Karen Kingsbury on Wednesday, June 6, at CU

May 5th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

South Denver in Parker.

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May Events

MOTHER’S DAY

may 13, 10am - show mom some love and celebrate mother’s day with brunch at parker garage!

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Kingsbury is a No. 1 New York Times best-selling

to that region of the world. Don't miss the finale to

novelist with more than 25 million copies of her

what has been a truly masterful classical music sea-

award-winning books in print. She is best-known

son at the PACE Center. The concert will begin at

for her Baxter Family series, a collection of 20-plus

7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 11.

books that follow the Baxters through love, loss, laughter and life. She’ll talk about the newest book in the series, “To the Moon and Back.”

PARKER DAYS IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER!

The $29 ticket price includes reserved seating

You do not want to miss this annual signature

at Kingsbury’s presentation, a hardcover copy of

event brought to you by the Parker Area Chamber

“To the Moon and Back,” a place in the book sign-

of Commerce and sponsors. This event is the

ing line and dessert bites.

largest community festival in the south metro

The event will be held 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Denver area, and it provides four days of fun for

Wednesday, June 6, at CU South Denver, 10035

the entire family. More than 250,000 people attend

Peoria St., Parker, CO. For more information or to

this festival over the span of four days from June

purchase tickets, visit DCL.org.

7-10, and for good reason. With offerings from the

PARKER SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: GRIEG PIANO CONCERTO AND OTHER SCANDINAVIAN FAVORITES Presented by Parker Arts, University of Denver's

annual Parker Days Parade to carnival rides to free music, there is something for everyone. To top it all off, Trace Adkins is the signature concert headliner performing on the KYGO main stage. Join for good food and good fun this year!

Heidi Leathwood joins the Parker Symphony for a

Visit ParkerDaysFestival.com for a full lineup

spectacular and passionate performance of Grieg's

of concerts and events. This event could not hap-

Piano Concerto in A minor. This legendary work will

pen without its amazing sponsors and volunteers;

be played along with other melodic and inspiring

to get involved, contact the Parker Chamber of

Scandinavian pieces to create the perfect homage

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DIY

Lifestyle Hack

DIY Duotone Statement Earrings SHAKE UP YOUR JEWELRY BOX WITH THESE HANDMADE GEOMETRIC EARRINGSâ€” PERFECT FOR YOURSELF OR AS A GIFT FOR YOUR BEST LADIES ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY NICOLETTE MARTIN

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SUPPLIES + 2 half-circle stamping blanks + 2 large gold bars + 2 medium gold bars + 2 ear wires + Jump rings, assorted sizes + Embroidery thread + Metal punch + Bent nose forceps + Needle nose pliers

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DIRECTIONS 1. Make sure to have all of your materials

youâ€™ll be creating holes with the metal punch

gathered before starting the project for

to connect each item with jump rings.

easy assembly. 4. Once you have your spots marked, care2. Take your half-circle stamping blanks, large

fully and precisely punch holes in your in-

gold bars and medium gold bars and arrange

dividual pieces. Once all of your holes are

them in the order you want your earrings to

punched, connect each piece with the de-

flow. You can see how we arranged ours, but

sired size of jump ring.

consider switching up the placement of each item for varying earring styles.

5. For an added touch, punch extra holes in the bottom piece and finish off with

3. Mark where each of the holes line up on

knotted embroidery thread for a bohemian

the individual pieces. These spots are where

tassel effect.

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PIECE BY PIECE Use both your bent nose forceps and needle nose pliers to secure each end of the jump ring. Gently twist the jump ring to open the gap, and place the jump ring through the holes in the pieces you are connecting. When securely through both pieces, gently twist the jump ring in the opposite direction to close the gap and secure the pieces.

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ROAD TRIP

A HOT GIRLFRIENDS GETAWAY + MT. PRINCETON HOT SPRINGS & SALIDA +

SHAKE OFF THE COLD WINTER WITH A LADIES-ONLY ROAD TRIP TO MT. PRINCETON HOT SPRINGS, A THREE-HOUR DRIVE AWAY ARTICLE JENNIFER STARBUCK PHOTOGRAPHY STEVEN SCOBEE

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MAY IS HERE, AND IT’S TIME TO REJUVENATE THE SOUL WITH A GIRLS GETAWAY WEEKEND. Lucky you, Mt. Princeton Hot Springs—and a long soak—is only a three-hour drive away from Parker. Mt. Princeton Hot Springs is a historic bathhouse and resort tucked into the Collegiate Peaks range in Chafee County. The hot springs attraction here is still somewhat of a rustic experience, where you can walk down to Chalk Creek to sit in natural bubbling pools on the river’s edge. Make this weekend all about soaking your cares away. Sure, if you care to, bring boots... for a hike in ghost town St. Elmo, just up the road from the resort. But save the gold medal fishing, river rafting, mountain bike riding or summiting one of the 14ers for later in the summer, and make this weekend all about relaxing with the ladies. Soak in the hot springs; have a spa day; and explore nearby Salida with shopping, eating and drinking craft beers or Colorado-made wine.

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+ STAY

Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort 15870 County Road 162, Nathrop, CO 81236 719.395.2447 | @mountprinceton

At an elevation of 8,250 feet, Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort offers hotel rooms and cabins for rent as well as a full-service spa for pampering. You’ll also have access to the Historic Bath House next door.

+ EAT Amicas Pizza

127 F St., Salida, CO 81201 | 719.539.5219 @amicaspizza When you get out to explore during the day, don’t miss Amicas Pizza in Salida for fire-roasted pies and Soulcraft Brewing beers. And don’t leave without a bottle of Amica’s Hot Oil to pour on just about everything at home.

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+ SHOP Opal Boutique

128 F St., Salida, CO 81201 | 719.539.2515 @opalboutiquesalida Now that youâ€™ve found downtown for lunch, stick around a while for the quaint shopping in the heart of Salida. Wander into Opal Boutique for eclectic mountain town duds including western embroidered shirts, chic trucker hats and funky jewelry.

+ DRINK

+ DO

10495 County Road 120, Poncha Springs, CO 81242 | 719.539.6299 | @vinosalidawinecellars

15870 County Road 162, Nathrop, CO 81236 719.395.2447 | @mountprinceton

Step into Vino Salida Wine Cellars in nearby Poncha Springs for a

Make your way back to Mt. Princeton for soak time at the Histor-

tasting of handcrafted Colorado wines and mead, and hang out on

ic Bath House with two large hot spring-fed pools, lockers and

the porch to enjoy the view. Vino Salida fills its calendar with live

showers. And the best part: Walking down to Chalk Creek to sit

music from local artists.

in the natural hot pools.

Vino Salida Wine Cellars

Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Historic Bath House

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Inspiring Local Female

Movers + Shakers

THESE WOMEN ARE MAKING THEIR MARK ON THE PARKER COMMUNITY WITH THEIR VISION, ACTIVISM AND SPIRIT ARTICLE JENNIFER STARBUCK PHOTOGRAPHY STEVEN SCOBEE

t h e d o c t o r s Dr. Kate Messana Dr. Kate Messana is a dermatologist and owns Elevated Dermatology with her husband, Dr. Christopher Messana. WHAT’S THE BEST ADVICE YOU’VE EVER RECEIVED? Someone once told me that everyone I meet knows something more than I, and my job is to listen and learn from them. I believe that every person I meet is an opportunity to become a better person, either intellectually, emotionally or spiritually. BESIDES YOUR FAMILY, WHO HAS INSPIRED YOU MOST IN YOUR CAREER? It is all family for me! My father, mother, sisters, husband and children. WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PARKER HANGOUT? I love the natural beauty, the variety of options for outdoor fun and, believe it or not, the sunshine! 22

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Dr. Kate Kaelin with her daughters - Erin (left) and Lauren.

Dr. Kate Kaelin Dr. Kate Kaelin is the owner of Kaelin Pediatric Dentistry in Parker and mom of a middle schooler and college freshman. WHAT’S THE BEST ADVICE YOU’VE EVER RECEIVED? Treat others as you would like to be treated. Being a mom, I try to treat all my patients as if they were my own and give them the best possible care and dental experience. WHAT MOTIVATES YOU? My daughters continue to motivate me to keep learning and developing myself. I have encouraged and supported them, and now they are doing the same for me.

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BESIDES YOUR FAMILY, WHO HAS INSPIRED YOU THE MOST IN YOUR CAREER? My good friend and past babysitter, Pearl, who recently passed away at age 101 has been my life role model and confidant.

Photo by Jenn Hernandez Photography

Renee Vejvoda Renee Vejvoda is the managing director of eWomenNetwork, a networking organization for female entrepreneurs. She also owns All Glitzed Out, a sequin and rhinestone apparel business. WHAT’S THE BEST ADVICE YOU’VE EVER RECEIVED? While working in the oil and gas industry, I had a situation that I needed resolved, so I went to the director. She listened to my concern and then said, “Next time you have an issue to present to me be sure you also present to me your solution.” BESIDES YOUR FAMILY, WHO HAS INSPIRED YOU MOST IN YOUR CAREER? Sandra Yancey of eWomenNetwork has instilled the inspiration of “It is not about taking a step forward, but taking a step up.”

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INSPIRING LOCAL FEMALE MOVERS & SHAKERS

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Tasha Beckman

Exit Realty agent Tasha Beckman says she and her family love to explore the Colorado outdoors with hiking, fishing, hunting and golf activities, and cheer on the Rockies. BESIDES YOUR FAMILY, WHO HAS INSPIRED YOU MOST IN YOUR CAREER? I had a girlfriend in college with a devastating disease. She once told me that it’s not about the level you achieve but how you got there in the first place that matters most. She lived life to the fullest for her short time, and that inspires me to keep going, especially on bad days. WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PARKER HANGOUT? The Parker Farmers Market because of the sense of community that permeates Mainstreet every Sunday in the summer.

Julie Moore Julie Moore volunteers for several organizations, including Acts of Grace, a nonprofit that supports women on bed rest, and works for a foreign exchange program where she connects students and host families in the Parker area. One of Julie’s daughters has a rare auditory disorder that requires cochlear implants, and she says her background in speech-language and hearing sciences helps her advocate for her daughter. WHAT MOTIVATES YOU? My faith and my family are my biggest motivation. WHO HAS BEEN YOUR BIGGEST INSPIRATION? My Aunt Ellie—I am always inspired by how she loved others well. WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PARKER HANGOUT? Fika Coffee House—I love the atmosphere of downtown Parker, and nothing beats meeting a friend and having a conversation over a great cup of coffee.

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Stacey James Stacey James owns cosmetology school Stacey James Institute in Parker and volunteers her time with Veterans Affairs, Impact for the Homeless, Extended Hands of Hope, The Avanti House and Miss Amazing Pageant, among others. WHAT MOTIVATES YOU? “Being in the beauty industry for a few decades, my motivation surrounds me—my family, friends and my incredible clients.” WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PARKER HANGOUT? My favorite Parker hangout is any event where I’m able to give back. Town events, fairs, fundraisers. I love getting involved with the Town Council, Mayor Mike and the people who help to shape Parker, the amazing place I call home.

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SUITED JUST FOR YOU

BUILD A SPACE

OPEN HOUSE

MAKING YOUR HOME YOUR OWN MEANS SURROUNDING YOURSELF WITH WHAT YOU LOVE AND MAKING IT WORK FOR YOUR FAMILY ARTICLE JENNIFER STARBUCK PHOTOGRAPHY STEVEN SCOBEE AND PROVIDED BY LOKAL HOMES

Find fabrics that wear well but also look good for entertaining.

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“MAKE IT YOUR OWN SPACE. I DO NOT THINK IT HAS TO BE 100 PERCENT OF THE SAME DESIGN STYLE.”

Find something that you really love—such as a light fixture—and make that the signature piece of your space, Alex says.

AN INTERIOR DESIGNER FOR 20 YEARS, ALEX WHITMAN SAYS HER BIGGEST TIPS FOR CREATING A GREAT HOME IS TO SURROUND YOURSELF WITH THINGS YOU LOVE AND TO MAKE YOUR SPACE WORK FOR YOUR LIFE RIGHT NOW. Alex is the project manager for Ellis Design Studio, the firm responsible for interior designing and merchandising Lokal Homes' Two Bridges model homes in Parker. If you’re a busy mom managing a home business and overseeing homework, carve out a command center with a large flat work table and wall planning calendar. Choose fabrics that will wear well and still look good when friends come to dinner. “Make it your own space," she says. "I do not think it has to be 100 percent of the same design style. It’s OK to break out a little when it comes to personal space.” Alex says she loves the feminine East Coast design traditions she grew up with. “I still love a good floral wallpaper, though I can’t say I love a floral sofa,” she says, laughing. So, love that hot-pink tufted armchair? Make it the signature piece at your desk. Obsessing on that wild floral wallpaper for the powder room? Well, you know what Alex would do.

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Don't be afraid to add a pop of color or your favorite artwork to create a personal space you love.

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When choosing a chair for your space, pick something youâ€™ll love sitting in. Photo provided by Lokal Homes

Designer Alex Whitman says shelves and large flat table are her keys to the "mom office." CONTINUED >

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

M AY

3 HOMEOWNER BUILDING CLASS

the Sheriff of Nottingham by robbing the

and student resources. Please come

rich to help the poor; however, you have

join for dinner, silent auction and an

never heard it like this! ParkerArts.org

evening of fun. Make your reservations at Humanex Academy’s front

Town Hall

This class provides a chance to ask all kinds of building-related questions to

town staff, who will take you through the

CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION

permit process, explain fees and discuss

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required inspections. This is a good op-

May 5 and 6. This Cinco de Mayo, the

portunity to meet the people who will

Outlets at Castle Rock welcome Col-

help you with the application and plan re-

orado shoppers and fiestagoers for a

view process and also to meet with field

weekend-long celebration fit for the

inspectors. 6 p.m. ParkerOnline.org

whole family. The two-day festivities

4 Deep Space

Friday

Art

Walks

start

May! Parker Artists Guild along with the Downtown Business Alliance are pleased to announce the First Friday

5 WONDERBOUND: “MADNESS, RACK AND HONEY” WITH THE COLORADO SYMPHONY PACE Center

will feature live dance performances,

May 5 and 6. Featuring a selection of the

a roving mariachi band and delicious

talented musicians of the Colorado Sym-

bites from popular local food trucks.

phony, Wonderbound’s “Madness, Rack

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and Honey” weaves an irreverent and ro-

5 PARKER SENIOR CENTER FASHION SHOW

Art Walk from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. This is

Vicki's Boutique will be selling unique,

a free event. First Friday Art Walks will

one-of-a-kind fashions and accesso-

be held the first Friday of every month

ries. Fifteen percent of sales will be

in downtown Parker!

donated to the Parker Senior Center.

4 “WANDERLUST” Jay Moore Studio

A public reception showcase of new works focusing on recent trips to Colora-

zany journey. Created for Smuin Contemporary American Ballet by Garrett Ammon and Sarah Tallman, this performance has received glowing critical acclaim from critics and audiences. ParkerArts.org

Parker Senior Center

10 a.m. to 3 p.m. ParkerOnline.org

5 PARKER GARAGE ANNUAL DERBY PARTY

9 FREE ADULT LECTURE SERIES: FERMENTATION PACE Center

Fermentation is a part of our daily lives, whether we know it or not. Microbes that do fermentation make re-

Parker Garage

ally useful stuff, like yogurt, whiskey,

do and the west will be held from 5 p.m.

Experience the Kentucky Derby in

medicine and renewable fuels. Come

to 8 p.m. The artist will be in attendance.

style. Join Parker Garage for its Fourth

hear Andrew Hawkins, Ph.D., a trained

An early preview is available now by

Annual Parker Derby Party beginning

microbiologist, teach you about all

request. JayMooreStudio.com

at 1 p.m. Break out the bowties and

the good stuff fermentation can do

hats and come dressed to impress!

as well as how microbes help us live

Enjoy drink specials, costume contest,

a happier, healthier and fuller life.

prizes and more! ParkerGarage.com

ParkerArts.org

HUMANEX ACADEMY’S ANNUAL FUNDRAISER – "AN ARTFUL NIGHT"

PSO: GRIEG PIANO CONCERTOS AND OTHER SCANDINAVIAN FAVORITES

the heroic Robin Hood and his Band of

Funds raised will go toward student

DU's Heidi Leathwood joins the Parker

Merry Men who infuriate Prince John and

financial aid, teacher development

Symphony for a spectacular and

4 "ROBIN HOOD: A MUSICAL - SORT OF" Schoolhouse Theater

May 4 and 5. Classic Acts and Parker Arts presents this for kids by kids production. Everyone knows the legend of

HumanexAcademy.com

mantic tale of self-important heroes on a

FIRST FRIDAY ART WALKS First

desk or by phone at 303.783.0137.

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Pinehurst Country Club

PACE Center

passionate performance of Grieg's Piano Concerto in A minor. This legendary work will be played along with other

melodic and inspiring Scandinavian

PARKER FARMERS MARKET OPENING

pieces to create the perfect homage to

Downtown Parker

that region of the world. Don't miss the

Voted the best in Denver, the Park-

finale to what has been a truly master-

er Farmers Market runs every Sunday

ful classical music season at the PACE

through October. Find fresh local pro-

Center. ParkerArts.org

duce, locally raised meat, local artisans and local food, all brought to you by the

12 LESSONS & LEMONADE: ART TISSUE LANDSCAPES Hobby Lobby Classroom

The Parker Artists Guild sponsors two Lessons & Lemonade Class-

owners of "the Local" on Mainstreet!

13 DU LAMONT SCHOOL OF MUSIC: LAMONT CHAMBER SUPERSTARS

Hear about early Colorado pioneer women. Tales include Native Americans, miners, cowboy

and ranchers. Look

forward to lots of audience participation and an appearance by the Lumberjack family. 10 a.m. ParkerArts.org

19 LYME AND OTHER TICK-BORNE DISEASES' THIRD ROCKY MOUNTAIN FORUM PACE Center

The Colorado Tick-Borne Disease Awareness Association will be hosting its third annual Rocky Mountain Forum. The event is free and open to the

PACE Center

public. Registration is requested, and

es per month for students in fourth

It’s the hottest chamber music group

the option of a healthy boxed lunch

through eighth grades (ages 9-14).

emerging from University of Denver!

will be provided through advanced

Class 1 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.;

After a year of getting ready for this

purchase for $15 by May 19. 8 a.m. to 5

class 2 from 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

grand occasion and going through

p.m. ColoradoTicks.org

ParkerArtistsGuild.com

the strenuous schoolwide competition, these young musicians are ready

12 "SLEUTH" PRESENTED BY VINTAGE THEATRE PRODUCTIONS Schoolhouse Theater

May 12 and 13. When mystery writer

to bring you 90 minutes of some of the greatest works in the chamber music repertoire. 2 p.m. ParkerArts.org

23 "FAIRYTALES AND FANTASIES" ON POINTE SCHOOL OF DANCE PACE Center

On Pointe School of Dance presents its 2018 spring recital. Get carried away

Andrew Wyke invites his wife’s lover

DOWNTOWN WINE WALK

to his country estate, a battle of wits

Downtown Parker

cesses and pirates, fairies and folklore.

quickly turns into a sinister and dead-

The Wine Walks are a popular evening

Support your dancer by watching them

ly game of cat and mouse. Winner of

event that takes place once a month.

perform a culmination of their semes-

the 1971 Tony Award for Best Play,

Downtown area merchants open their

ter’s hard work on the PACE Center

this thrilling suspense puzzler will

doors to attendees for shopping and ca-

main stage. 6:30 p.m. ParkerArts.org

keep you guessing until the very end.

maraderie while sampling wine. $15 per

ParkerArts.org

person. ParkerChamber.com

HALAU KALAMA'S 11TH ANNUAL LEI DAY CELEBRATION: "A PASSPORT TO PARADISE"

FAMILY DISCOVERY SERIES: "SONGS AND TALES FROM COLORADO TRAILS" Schoolhouse Theater

Colorado history. Brass bands date to

Halau Kalama will be celebrating its 11th

Dressed in typical 1860s attire, Susan-

the early 19th century when more than

annual Lei Day Celebration: "A Pass-

nah and Jackson tell stories of crossing

2,000 brass bands performed in the

port to Paradise." Halau Kalama will be

the plains, interspersed with some of

state. Last year, there were two bands

sharing the culture of the Polynesian

the best-loved pioneer songs accom-

who performed separately and then

Islands from the 1940s & '50s! 7 p.m.

panied by guitar, banjo, fiddle, dulcimer,

together in programs of music from the

ParkerArts.org

mandolin, harmonica and autoharp.

British style. 6 p.m. ParkerArts.org

PACE Center

as students dance to the music of prin-

26 SEVENTH ANNUAL BRASS BAND FESTIVAL PACE Center

This festival will display music ensembles that are a unique representation of

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