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Compass is a licensed real estate broker in Colorado and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

MOUNTAIN LUXURY LIVES HERE Caribou Ridge is a private community setting a new standard in modern mountain luxury just 20 minutes from Boulder, Colorado. Surrounded by 800,000+ acres of pristine protected outdoor space and epic panoramic views of the Continental Divide, Caribou Ridge offers unparalleled beauty and effortless convenience in one. Located in the center of a veritable outdoor paradise, residents enjoy bountiful year-round outdoor recreation with a limitless network of trails, refreshing mountain streams and lakes, and nearby skiing at Eldora Ski Resort. Accessibility to shops, eateries, and craft breweries in Nederland’s quaint downtown are all within walking distance of the neighborhood.

Masterfully Designed Homes Custom new-construction homes sit on large, tree-filled lots with vistas that stretch to the Rocky Mountain’s Indian Peaks.

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This stunning custom timber frame home is designed to embrace the breathtaking views and nature surrounding this oneof-a-kind property. The moment you step through the front door, expansive snowcapped mountain views fill the room and multiple outdoor living spaces allow you to enjoy Colorado’s 300+ days a year of sunshine. Graced with the finest finishes available and built with the latest innovation and technology, this 4-bedroom and 4-bathroom residence truly represents Colorado mountain living at its best.

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RECONNECT BACK TO NATURE

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T HE STOC K TON GRO UP info@tsgvail.com 970.470.6212 tsgvail.com *Data from Vail Board of Realtors, ranked by sales volume in 2020. The Stockton Group is a team of real estate brokers associated with Compass. Compass is a licensed real estate broker in Colorado and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

LIFESTYLE LETTER

APRIL 2021 PUBLISHER

Andy Manz | amanz@lifestylepubs.com MANAGING EDITOR

Kate Manz | kmanz@lifestylepubs.com

A Loss For Words

PUBLICATION DIRECTOR

Chantel Ellerington | chantel.ellerington@lifestylepubs.com INTERN

Rosie Chester | rosie.chester@lifestylepubs.com

On March 22, one day before this issue went to print, the Boulder community had

EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

an unthinkable, and unprecedented tragedy unleashed upon it. The acts of heroism

Alexandré Hooson | allie.hooson@lifestylepubs.com

that saved lives during the event, and support that has been shown for the families of the victims after the event, make all of us proud to call Boulder home.

We grieve with those who lost loved ones, and will do our best in the coming months to honor their memory.

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Donna Ironside | donna.ironside@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER

Miranda Read L AYO UT DESIGNER

Dana Rudolph

Tralona Bartkowiak Suzanne Fountain Teri Leiker Kevin Mahoney Lynn Murray Ricky Olds

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Annie Bloj, Livia Hooson, Emily O'Brien, Brianna Blair, Rosie Chester, Katie Rhodes, Kathy Pinto CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Joe Friend, Poppy & Co. by Kelsey Huffer, Alexandré Hooson, Phil McKenzie

Neven Stanisic Denny Strong Eric Talley Jody Waters

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

To support the families of these victims, visit ColoradoHealingFund.Org

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With sincerest sympathy and love,

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INSIDE THE ISSUE APRIL 2021

FEATURES 52 Moving Forward with Todd Reed How changing locations reflects a change in perspective for Todd Reed personally and professionally

60 Reset the Future of Fashion Six sustainable brands to know

68 Bloom Anuschka Pashel brings the world to Colorado

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98 A Family Affair The duo behind Pearl Street staple Japango

98 DEPARTMENTS 22 Lifestyle Letter

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27 Good Times 30 Around Town 38 Local Limelight 46 Healthy Lifestyle 52 Trend Setter 78 Hometown Hero 84 Our Town 92 Locals Only 98 Locally Owned 106 Faith Reflections 112 Parting Thoughts

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GOOD TIMES

(Get Linked) in the Spirit of LOVE Local jeweler, LOVE SARO, popped up at Sweep and welded on claspless bracelets to celebrate love & connection for Valentine’s Day. Stylists and clients received forever gifts with an unforgettable experience. Their minimal and chic heirloom chains, available in 14k/18k gold and sterling silver, added sparkle and shine in the spirit of love. PHOTOGRAPHY BY SWEEP AND LOVE SARO.

j en n i f e regb ert M O D E R N L U X U R Y R E A L E S TAT E Elevated luxury is flawlessly executed in this custom-built dwelling. Masterfully designed and built by Nassar Development, this home sits on an expansive 2-acre+ lot in the Erie Airpark with direct runway access. Breathtaking Rocky Mountain views surround this home’s multiple outdoor living areas, including a vast second-level balcony off of the one of two primary suites and an expansive patio below.

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The home’s streamlined and sleek architecture cuts through the horizon, crafting a show-stopping juxtaposition of a modern motif against the mountains. Attached to the home is an impressive 5,000 square foot executive aircraft hangar, spacious enough to accommodate most aircrafts.

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GOOD TIMES

Cameron Silver Book Signing at WEEKENDS On February 11, WEEKENDS welcomed Cameron Silver, owner of vintage store DECADES in LA and Author of "Decades: A Century of Fashion" for a book signing and vintage shopping event.

"Big Mountain" Competition at Vail The Rocky Mountain Freeride Series recently put on a "Big Mountain" competition on Vail Mountain. Seventy eight kids, ranging from age 8-12, showed their skills on the legendary "Lover's Leap" run in Blue Sky Basin. Congratulations to the winners and all who participated! PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOHN LACONTE.

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AROUND TOWN opening at University Hill in April 2021. Similar to its outpost at Aurora’s Stanley Marketplace, the newest Rosenberg’s will serve up bagels and other Jewish delicatessen fare from 6 a.m.–3 p.m. and transition to “Rosenberg’s After Dark” from 3 p.m.–close, featuring favorites from Bridge & Tunnel Restaurant Group concepts Famous Original J’s Pizza and Lou’s Italian Specialties, as well as a full bar.

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PAST LIFE THE COLLECTIVE POPS UP ON PEARL Locally made and women-owned Past Life the Collective is popping up on West Pearl St. for the next month or two. This is the perfect opportunity to touch, feel and try on these beautifully hand sewn clothes. Exclusively made from deadstock, their items are all limited edition and small batches, so you’ll want to be sure to purchase something you’ve been eyeing before it’s gone. Inside the shop the walls show local artists, and you can shop local jewelry brand Sankalpa, handmade bags from Mae Pelle and vintage goods from Lucky Eleven Vintage.

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BOULDER COUNTY FARMERS MARKETS IN-PERSON MARKETS SET TO OPEN APRIL 3 The beloved Boulder County Farmers Markets Boulder and Longmont market locations are set to open Sat., April 3 with COVID-19 restrictions in place. Reservations (made at bcfm.org) are encouraged but not required.

Guests can expect fresh produce, fruit, meats, packaged goods, plants and more from the markets, the community’s largest access point to local food.

The Boulder Wednesday night market is set to open on May 5, and the Denver Sunday market is slated for May 8, while the team hopes to open the Lafayette market in July.

DERMATOLOGY CENTER OF THE ROCKIES DEBUTS NEW LASER Experience the NEWEST in Laser Technology with

ROSENBERG’S BAGELS & DELICATESSEN BRINGS DENVER’S FAVORITE BAGEL TO BOULDER IN APRIL 2021

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COLORADO’S FIRST CRAFT BREWERY, BOULDER BEER, IS BACK AND BOULDER THAN EVER Colorado's first independent craft brewery, Boulder Beer Company, recently relaunched with a fresh new look.

Despite its legacy as one of the country’s craft beer pioneers, Boulder Beer was in jeopardy of closing last year before Mathew Osterman, founder of Sleeping Giant Brewing stepped in to revive the brand. Now Boulder Beer is back with updated recipes, a brand new beer in Bubbly by Nature, and reimagined branding and can label designs that pay homage to the spirit of Boulder as a city and lifestyle.

AN EVENING WITH DANIEL RODRIGUEZ AT BOULDER THEATER ON 4/23 (2 SHOWS) Daniel Rodriguez is a singer-songwriter from Lyons, Colorado. He was a founding member of the band Elephant Revival, and in 2019 he began touring under his own name and released his first EP, ‘Your Heart The Stars The Milky Way.’ “It’s just got something that you want to hear again, something healing and good at its core. Do yourself a favor and play the whole EP, and do that again. And again.” -Wesley Schultz (The Lumineers) Daniel's first full album, ‘Sojourn of the Burning Sun,’ was released in 2020.

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AROUND TOWN on the famous Pearl Street Mall. The food is a classic Pan-Mexican fare served with a modern take offering dishes from all seven regions of Mexico.

My Neighbor Felix is a place where you’ll feel like our neighbor—somewhere to find comfort, relax, and enjoy the atmosphere around you with excellent authentic Mexican food and craft cocktails.

Opening this spring, we’re excited to share our Felix favorites with the Boulder community.

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PEARL STREET'S FIRST EVER BANH MI SHOP OPENS We're pretty sure that we just opened up Pearl Street's first ever banh mi shop, and we couldn't be more excited to bring the adventurous flavors of the iconic banh mi sandwich to all the folks in downtown Boulder. If you’re looking to spice up your lunch or dinner routine we’ve got the sandwiches, bowls, salads and pho to give you what you need.

We’re open 7 days a week from 11 a.m.–7 p.m. and are located on West Pearl right next to Oskar Blues.

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MAX SEIGAL, NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC AWARD-WINNING PHOTOGRAPHER Boulder native Max Seigal’s passion for photography began while working as a biologist on conservation projects around the globe, and he now works

SMITHKLEIN GALLERY: BRUCE CASCIA EXHIBITION NOW - APRIL 30 Bruce Cascia began drawing when he was young and took his first oil painting class when he was just 12 years old. He eventually received his BFA in graphic design from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana. Cascia worked as an art director in Chicago ad agencies while continuing to paint and show in multiple galleries around the country. He now paints full time.

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THE NOSTALGIA OF SUMMER CAMP IS REAL. Memories of cabin sleepovers, fireside stories, and guided treks beneath steep pines or thrilling white-water rafting trips may come to mind.

The passionate crew over at Avid4 Adventure (Avid4.com) is bringing back the best of camp while adding in a streak of outdoor adventure. The company, founded in 2003 right here in Boulder, has grown into one of the country’s leading summer camps for kids with current programs across Oregon, California and Colorado. Their immersive nature experiences, guided by certified educators and adventurers, include day and overnight excursions and are available to Pre K through 12th graders.

By engaging them in outdoor activities like kayaking, mountain biking, rock-climbing, and standup paddle-boarding, campers are empowered through confidence-building practices. Professional instructors focus on helping camp attendees assess potential risks in the outdoors with a nurturing approach, so instead of rule-setting, they invite the kids to examine their environment, both on land and water, to observe the dangers or obstacles related to the sport, and then letting them decide for themselves if they want to try it.

“More often than not, kids that are terrified of water sports, for example, will be loving it by the end of their stay,” shares Andrea Stutesman, the marketing supervisor at Avid4.

Getting young adolescents off of their phones is at best a power struggle, but at Avid4 there is a clear draw to nature over devices. Between the epic campouts, thrill-seeking and technical sports offered, and memorable relationships forged at their Day and Overnight Camps, there seems to be a place for all types of learners and adventurers. The company was recently named a Certified B Corp (one of only two certified summer camps in the world) emphasizing their continued commitment towards social and environmental justice through Leave No Trace practices while also building a positive and philanthropic community of employees and campers. They also offer a scholarship program to kids whose families’ finances may be a barrier to participation.

Their rigorous attention around COVID-19 safety meant closely monitoring campers’ wellness and keeping groups smaller than normal. This allowed them to successfully host over 8,500 kids with the help of more than 250 staff and no known cases of the virus with any of the campers.

As summer nears the corner, Avid4 Adventure will be expanding their Expedition Camps in the California Bay Area, Portland, and Colorado, which will provide expertise to campers regarding river access and gear for a pro experience out in the wild. Nature is calling!

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Word on the Street "Both of my kids were Avid4 Adventure campers. My daughter, now 20, is an avid mountain biker, skier, backpacker, and overall adventurer and lover of the outdoors. Avid4 set the foundation for that, and even better is that I get to do all of those things with her." —Allison O'Brien "My 6-year-old did the explorer camp in Denver, and she had an amazing time.

She was a little unsure about the whole experience and has often not wanted to try new things, however, she dove into this camp and had the best time. Her confidence level soared, especially with everything she can do on her own (and even show us now too)!" —Stacy Miller

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Combating Food Waste, Locally WE CONNECTED WITH ECO-CYCLE AND

ARTICLE EMILY O'BRIEN

COMMUNITY FOOD SHARE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT REDUCING FOOD WASTE AT HOME.

DID YOU KNOW THE AVERAGE AMERICAN FAMILY OF FOUR THROWS OUT $1,600 A YEAR IN PRODUCE? While America might be one of the most technically and economically advanced cultures in the world, we also have the highest waste on the planet—1.3 billion tons of food wasted or lost annually. Money aside, that’s an incredible amount of waste, both physically and energetically.

Kate Christian, corporate sustainability manager at Eco-Cycle, says, “While the food waste movement across America is gaining momentum, it needs to pick up speed to help tackle one of the globe’s most pressing problems: climate change. In fact, the resources used to produce food that is eventually lost or wasted account for approximately 4.4 gigatons of greenhouse gas emissions annually, making food loss and waste the world’s third-largest GHG emitter.”

Additionally, food is the largest component taking up space in landfills. It takes up 22% of municipal solid waste. Food waste has gotten increasingly worse over the past several decades; however, the amount of food waste being generated in the United States has recently stopped increasing, after rising by 11.9% since 2010. While that is certainly good news, we have a long way to go to reach a 50% reduction by 2030.

Christian says, “We aren’t growing our food anymore, few of us have shook the hand of our farmer, and cheap, available food has created behaviors that do not place high value on utilizing what is purchased. As a result, the issue of wasted food is simply not on the radar of many Americans, even those who consider themselves environment- or cost-conscious.”

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UNDERSTANDING HOW FOOD

HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED AT HOME

WASTE HAPPENS AT HOME

+ Shop wisely by planning meals. Try buying

Food waste and loss happens along every part of the food system, but here is how you can help in your

from bulk containers. Use shopping lists to avoid impulse purchases.

own home. While restaurants, markets and stores play their own parts, once groceries make it home, there

+ Choose imperfect produce. Also, buy

are several ways they can get wasted. Anyone who

bananas that aren’t grouped; often the individ-

has ever held an outdated container in their hands

uals get binned!

debating whether or not it’s still edible understands.

Christian says, “Label dates on food are gener-

+ Rethink storage options. Use clear contain-

ally not regulated and do not indicate food safety.

ers to feature bulk items like beans and rice.

Multiple dates, inconsistent usage, and lack of edu-

Make a snack section in your cabinet or pan-

cation around date labels cause consumers to dis-

try and show the kiddos how to grab quick,

card food prematurely.”

healthy bites like pretzels, nuts and dried fruit.

Then there’s the obvious food spoilage that hap-

Cut vegetables in the fridge get gobbled up

pens when spills occur or items get crammed into

faster than uncut. Store carrots and celery in

the back of the fridge and forgotten about. Lack of

water to help them keep their crunch.

meal planning and shopping lists, or those bulk impulse buys when the word “sale” makes you buy

+ Make a “use first bin” and keep it in the most

more than you can physically eat or store properly

visible spot of the fridge. Store leftovers or

are all contributors to potential food waste.

items that will perish quickly in the same easy-

If this rings true for you, that’s OK! We’ve all been

to-spot area.

there. The goal is to turn it around and improve, not to dwell on past mistakes.

+ Learn how to compost what you must toss (like banana peels and lemon rinds) and show

COMBATING THE ISSUE, LOCALLY Community Food Share is a local organization that prioritizes rescuing and distributing surplus food,

other family members how and what to dispose of. Composting is easy once you know how to do it.

minimizing environmental impact in support of our community’s social, economic, and environmental

+ Regrow food with kids. Christian says cel-

health. Last year, the organization repurposed a

ery can be regrown from the bottom portion

whopping 368,000 pounds of unusable or expired

and green onions will continue to grow after

produce, dairy and bakery items.

the dark greens have been cut. (She suggests

“Our goal is to distribute 100% of the food that is donated to us to people in need. But sometimes, food donations come to us with some misfits: bread is stale, spinach is past its prime, or potatoes have grown a few too many ‘eyes.’ Instead of sending these inedible food scraps to compost or the landfill, we have arrangements with local livestock farmers and animal sanctuaries to use it as animal feed,” says Dana Van Daele, manager of food resources and compliance at Community Food Share. Any food that is unfit for both human and animal consumption is composted.

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looking on Pinterest for further inspiration.)

For Extra Credit + Subscribe to the Eco-Cycle newsletter. Find a handy link at the bottom of their site, ecocycle.org, or follow along on social media for regular tips, tricks, and info about food waste. + Volunteer at Community Food Share. See all the ways they divert food out of the landfills.

See firsthand how they rescue unsellable but perfectly good food from local grocery stores and then distribute it to our community. Communityfoodshare.org/volunteer

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HOW CHANGING LOCATIONS REFLECTS A CHANGE IN PERSPECTIVE FOR TODD REED PERSONALLY AND PROFESSIONALLY

THERE IS A SENSE OF EASE AND CALM CONFIDENCE WHEN ENTERING TODD REED'S NEW ated, slightly set back from the street, this particular setting represents Reed's next chapter professionally and personally. Transforming this building into a self-contained world of his own design reflected a shift CONTINUED >

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he had felt for some time.

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Todd Reed

ARTICLE ANNIE BLOJ; THE BLOJ REPORT

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“I

wanted to slow down

curtain on the creative process. In the front

and focus on myself,

room, Reed and his team specifically built

my space, and see if I

out a jewelry display to house a rare Arne

could come up with a

Vodder credenza that they had in mind but

unique experience that

could not find in the market. They found the

better reflects who I am

exact piece in Kansas through a serendip-

today," Reed says.

itous search, the seller being a Todd Reed

Fortuitously, at the

collector. From the custom paint color for

beginning of 2020, the

the trim and doors that took Reed weeks to

building became available to purchase. Reed

create, to the black ceramic doorknobs, even

thought to himself, "This is the time where

down to the perfect vintage wall mount for

you dig deep and become the person you

the art deco bathroom mirror, every design

always knew you could be, so in many ways,

element has been considered with the same

this building is metaphoric."

attention to detail that Reed gives his jew-

Reed embarked on this project with two

elry design. The result is a stunning blend of

key people, one was longtime collaborator

vintage and modern, honoring the past while

Shandele Gumocio of Studiovert. He then

looking towards the future.

called on friend and artist Stephen Porsberg

While the big parties that he was known

to partner with him throughout the process.

for might be on hold, Reed looks forward

Together, they honored the building's his-

to welcoming the community to this new

toric nature while transforming the environ-

location. The building's front porch is the

ment to reflect what Reed had envisioned.

perfect setting for a little music, a glass of

In many ways, it aligned with what he has

wine, and a chance to slow down and enjoy

always felt about his brand.

the community he has built for himself and

"This building, built during a specific time

his brand here in Boulder.

period, wasn't something that I was trying

“My team and family are also a part of

to emulate. However, what's always been

the homelike quality and drive me to deliver

important to my brand is a sense of time-

the most luxurious and most beautiful expe-

lessness. I've always seen Todd Reed as a

rience as possible. Everything I am able to

heritage brand, but one with a modern skin."

do is because of the support of the fantastic

In various ways, the goal was to invite cli-

team and family that I have around me.”

ents into "The House of Todd Reed," an envi-

Pre-pandemic, Reed and his team were

ronment that felt more like a home than his

moving towards an appointment-only shop-

previous location—carefully appointed with

ping experience. Since putting this into

his jewelry designs but inspired by the many

place to adhere to strict health and safety

layers of his history and inspiration.

guidelines, the team has decided to commit

The new location has been designed

to this long term. He prefers the one-on-one

with intention, care and his clients in mind.

relationship built through these appoint-

As you enter the building, a window into

ments and intimacy that he can offer his

the atelier greets you, pulling back the

guests at his new location.

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"I really wanted to slow down and to focus on myself, my space, to see if I could come up with a unique experience that better reflects who I am today."

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Reset the Future of Fashion SIX SUSTAINABLE BRANDS TO KNOW

Eli & Barry From what she recalls being a passion of hers from

After realizing how quickly her closet was rotating from

the time she was young, Founder of Eli & Barry, Lily

season to season, Schlosser focused her energy toward

Schlosser didn’t reconnect with this passion until later

becoming a conscious consumer. Paying attention to the

in her adult years. Having grown up in the family jew-

unethical practices of how fashion is made and its effects

elry manufacturing business, she of course became

on our environment, she felt it was time to halt her contri-

an entrepreneur herself in the same realm. After

bution to fast fashion’s unsustainable efforts and fabricate

rekindling her childhood relationship with sewing,

an alternative—offering consumers like herself an option for

Schlosser relaunched her business as Eli & Barry—a

clothes that promote longevity in a safe and sufficient way.

sustainable clothing line.

Schlosser also saw the need for more inclusivity in the

Although Schlosser revamped her line from jewelry to

slow fashion market. The Eli & Barry brand caters to all types

clothing, she kept her family ties to her brand’s name.

of women—Black, white, Latinx, tall, short, thin—along with

Inspired by her grandfather’s jewelry manufacturing

catering to women with a little more curve, offering plus

company, Elliot Barry, Eli & Barry was born to serve a

sizes for more body types. “I feel like inclusivity is such an

similar purpose: create and produce quality products out

important part in making any kind of impact,” Schlosser

of the eco-friendliest, most natural materials.

says. “That’s what I want to bring to Eli & Barry.”

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Schlosser believes that making an extensive impact starts

“We generally want to provide jewelry that is easy to wear

with educating ourselves on how our fashion choices are

and is comfortable for any woman’s everyday style,” Young

inflicting harm onto our environment and the people in it.

says. “I think that if you’re going to do anything these days,

With her line of looser fit yet structured pieces in a natural

you want to keep in mind that consumers really appreciate

palette of organic cotton twill and canvas, she hopes that her

knowing where their pieces come from.”

collection will get more people interested in slow fashion and

Like many other sustainable brands, Gem & Blue focuses on

involved in the initiative to extend our environment’s lifespan.

longevity and creating pieces that are captivating but promise a long lifespan. Being in the industry as long as she has, Young

The Yellow Morning

has realized that consumers are becoming more aware of how jewelry is made and the quality of the pieces, and they appre-

Ashley Mitchell is changing the way consumers shop for

ciate how different their approach is from brands that may

curated, pre-loved fashion pieces. While consumers have

produce at a lower quality rate or have a drastic difference in

been buying secondhand for decades, not many turned to

price value. Now that brands are being more transparent in

online vintage shops.

how their products are made, consumers are not fooled by a

Mitchell had fallen in love with fashion at a young age;

low price tag—and that is something Gem & Blue wants to

however, having grown up in a small town without much

be prominent for— affordability, great quality and immutability.

fashion influence, her options were limited. Now, Mitchell wants to give other small-town girls at heart the elevated experience she didn’t have to shop quaint finds.

Halfdays

After learning of the detrimental environmental effects

Founded by a group of women, Halfdays is a representation

of fast-fashion, Mitchell wanted a more sustainable cloth-

of not taking yourself too seriously and allowing yourself to

ing mode for herself. She took a further step and quit her

revel in euphoric moments regardless of what your moment

career in retail fashion to apply her knowledge, experience

entails. Although a skiwear brand, Halfdays’ mission is to cre-

and ability to help others find clothes they love, in an uncon-

ate a line that makes people want to get outside—whether for

ventional way. This launched The Yellow Morning. Stocked

skiing, skating, running or just to be fashionably comfortable.

with unique, vintage clothing pieces including sweaters,

“All of our products are made of recycled materials,”

blazers, and more, as well as sustainably made jewelry and

says one of Halfdays’ Founders, Karelle Golda. “For us, that

accessories styled by Mitchell herself (with a more modern

was never about marketing. It was the only thing to do. We

taste), The Yellow Morning also serves as an educational tool

felt like if we couldn’t have a brand that is sustainable, we

for those interested in consuming more sustainably. Mitchell

didn’t want to be in the fashion space.”

believes people will purchase sustainably after understand-

The fashion industry is constantly changing, so much so

ing they can still be trendy wearing used or repurposed cloth-

that any idea of sustainable fashion being rudimentary has

ing. “Fast fashion brands have trained us to feel like we need

gone out the window.

to be trendy,” Mitchell says. “When really, trends keep coming back and will always come back.”

“Every single material in our clothing is the exact same looking as a brand that isn’t as environmentally friendly, says Co-Founder, Ariana Ferwerda. "That is something we really

Gem & Blue

wanted to do in order to put ourselves out there.”

With a line full of a variety of earth-tone, pops of colors,

Leaving a career in interior design and turning to her hob-

Halfdays Co-Founder, Kiley McKinnon wanted to make sure

bies of metalsmithing and designing, Krista Young started

that their collection would be comprised of outerwear pieces

making jewelry, which led to her venture of starting her own

made for the modern woman—and that meant filling the gap in

business, Gem & Blue. Using high-quality metals, Gem &

the market. A former ski professional, Mckinnon felt what was

Blue offers a minimalistic aesthetic to those with a fine taste

missing was something aesthetically captivating for profes-

in bijouterie but also a desire to be unique. With rings, ear-

sionals without sacrificing the quality or comfort. Throughout

rings and necklaces made from a variety of stones and Grade

her career, she didn't love any of the brands she was wearing.

A metals, Gem & Blue caters to those who value simplicity,

“With Halfdays, we wanted to do something that was still tech-

individuality, and a less harmful production process.

nical for those in the ski space but also more fashionable.”

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False Ego With one main goal in mind, False Ego uses its platform

Creating ‘one-of-a-kind’ designs, Art of Hannah Jane cham-

to give back to our environment and our community by pro-

pions slow-fashion values while possessing high-fashion

ducing quality clothing that incentivizes its consumers to

attributes. Since 2011, Founder and Designer Hannah Jane

play a part in controlling where their dollars go with False

has been taking vintage, used and unwanted items and giv-

Ego’s profits and dividends.

ing them a new life by incorporating her art designs onto a

Founder of False Ego, Jevon Taylor has always envisioned him-

variety of articles of clothing—whether a denim jacket, a pair

self owning a company that values giving back and promoting the

of boots, gloves or even a classic, Clueless-like plaid skirt set.

health of our society and communities. "False Ego has allowed

Incorporating her love for high fashion, street-wear culture

me to create unique alliances like our recent partnerships with

and her background in art design, Hannah Jane’s line cap-

the National Wildlife Federation and the Denver Botanic Gardens,

tivates consumers with a variety of interests. In addition to

granting us the opportunity to be a part of groundbreaking initia-

her desire to introduce a low-impact solution within fashion,

tives," Taylor says. “I’ve always wanted False Ego to be a sustain-

Hannah Jane also uses her print choices as an homage to

able brand ever since I found out how exactly fashion is polluting

animal rights. “I handpaint a lot of animals—it was some-

the world. I looked at this as an opportunity to change that.”

thing that I really wanted to incorporate in my designs,” says

From the moment False Ego was born, Taylor has been looking for ways to execute his intention to get consumers more involved environmentally—even if they don’t know or realize it.

While some may think they are buying a cool graphic hoodie, T-shirt or pair of embroidered sweatpants, they're actually representing so much more than just the brand itself. False Ego

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Hannah Jane. “It is entirely embracing the animal without physically wearing them.”

Those familiar with Art of Hannah Jane know that the brand is prominent for its denim work and its token animal, the lion.

“I just like to create the significance of power and bring that to life without being harmful,” explains Hannah Jane.

uses a percentage of profits toward initiatives such as affor-

Since learning about sustainability in college and under-

estation and assisting other local businesses to proactively

standing how much waste is produced by the fashion

invest in replacing concrete within the city with more greenery.

industry, she felt it was more of a calling for her to create

With its street-wear-like aesthetic, False Ego brings in an

something out of nothing. She takes pieces deemed invalu-

audience of fashion-forward thinkers who value quality pieces

able and gives them new purpose and value again, so oth-

that are prominent for longevity. It's a brand that caters to an

ers can support the ideology of sustainable art wear as well

aesthetic but uses that aesthetic as an entire movement.

as the message behind it.

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BLOOM

ANUSCHKA PASHEL BRINGS THE WORLD TO COLORADO AT HER MAGICAL SHOP BLOOM ARTICLE ANNIE BLOJ; THE BLOJ REPORT PHOTOGRAPHY STEPHANIE MIKULS @STEPHANIEMIKULS / STEPHANIEMIKULS.COM / SMIKULS7@GMAIL.COM LOCATION MARLA RUTHERFORD STUDIO

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E

NTERING BLOOM BY ANUSCHKA

one of my contacts in India that does hand-

IS LIKE WALKING INTO THE

carved marble work. We worked together,

MOST

CURATED

and these marble pieces we worked on

BAZAAR, FILLED WITH COLOR,

together are being delivered to Bloom this

SCENTS AND

THAT

month." Anuschka's eye for design com-

REQUIRE INSPECTION AND TELL

bined with the craftsman's technique is

A STORY. Anuschka Pashel has cre-

what makes Bloom so unique and eclectic.

BEAUTIFULLY

OBJECTS

ated an environment that instantly transports

This year certainly has come with its own

you without ever having to get on a plane.

set of challenges, but it has also helped her

Through the traveling she experienced while

turn her eye to makers and artists in the U.S.

modeling as a young woman to her voyages

and here in Colorado.

worldwide to find the most exquisite items

"I'm working now with an old employee

from local artisans, Anuschka has honed

who does pottery in Minnesota, and he

Bloom's unique and personal aesthetic.

drives a truck down with his work three

Housing her floral studio and her home

times a year. There's a wooden bowl maker

store all in one place creates a seamless

in Aspen, and he comes by the shop four

experience that tells her story and offers

times a year with his objects. You know,

the guests the chance to be challenged and

there's a lot of great things happening in the

inspired by what they come across.

U.S. and Colorado, and I think that's import-

Since opening Bloom, Anuschka has

ant to highlight as well."

been guided by a sustainability principle

In addition to her amazingly curated and

that literally sustains the artisans who create

edited shop, her floral business has been a

the pieces for her shop.

boon over the past year. A beautiful arrange-

"Most of what I source is handmade. I look

ment, done with skill, has always been the

for handmade textiles, handmade pottery,

perfect way to brighten up a particularly

leather goods—that's an important criteria for

tough time. Being able to deliver that kind of

me. It's really all about sourcing handmade

joy has been a source of pleasure this year

things, and I prefer to work with people that

for her and her team. In some ways, this past

benefit from us buying their products.''

year has compelled Anuschka to slow down.

In addition to buying from artists all over

She's been able to continue working with her

the world, she also collaborates with them.

contacts overseas via text message, which

"I was in Mexico City last year in February,

has allowed her to enjoy the "private oasis"

right before COVID. I went to the National

that she has created at Bloom for herself.

Museum of Anthropology, and I photo-

“It's really all about sourcing handmade

graphed these antique Mexican vessels. I

things, and I prefer to work with people that

then sent the photos and detailed designs to

benefit from us buying their products."

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"THIS SEASON IS ALL ABOUT BOLD HUES AND EASYTO-WEAR CUTS THAT ARE BOTH COMFORTABLE AND STATEMENT-MAKING," MAX FASHION

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TOM SUNDERLAND’S LOVE FOR THE LAND

Embracing the quietness incited by the

HAS BEEN INFORMED BY PAINTER THOMAS

COVID-19

KINKADE, PHOTOGRAPHER ANSEL ADAMS,

again towards nature, spending afternoons

AND

AND

biking with the family to see the emerging

MONTEREY PENINSULA IN CALIFORNIA.

wildlife. But back in the office, work became

Growing up in Northern California meant time

harder than ever as he struggled to fill all

spent exploring and backpacking through the

positions with a diverse staff while keeping

majestic Sierra Nevadas.

spirits high for their team of 70.

PLACES

LIKE

BIG

SUR

pandemic,

Sunderland

turned

“Whether hiking, biking, skiing or simply

“As a leader, I needed to be a source of

observing a bird in a tree outside my kitchen

encouragement, care, and stability during these

window, the outdoors have always provided

uncertain times,” Sunderland says. “Because

me with a profound sense of peace, clarity and

we provide career and growth opportunities for

connection,” Sunderland shares.

folks that normally might not be able to find a

It was in 1987 while he was in Monterey that

job in Boulder, being a part of the community

he developed an additional passion for playing

means cultivating the trades even when other

music, inspired by an experience seeing the

companies this size are not.”

Grateful Dead perform at Laguna Seca. His

With a commitment to inclusivity, you can

diverse lived experiences have also taken him

expect Sunderland to continue to transform

across borders to places such as the shore-

personal and professional challenges into ones

lines of Costa Rica. On one particular family

with positive outcomes.

vacation, Sunderland had a traumatic surfing accident causing him to break parts of his vertebrae, leaving him on a long path of recovery with the time to contemplate his relationships, life and work. As a father of two and husband to Missie Sunderland (a longtime Pilates instructor at Colorado Athletic Club), his gratitude for the precious moments in life only deepened.

Before the accident and prior to starting a family, Sunderland’s draw to the wild would bring him to the Rocky Mountains where he learned stone masonry and native restoration above Boulder. After earning his Masters of

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SETTING NEW S T A N D A R D S

Landscape Architecture from CU Denver,

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his first company. Native Edge Landscapes is

a company is that we have a mixed workforce in

a full-service landscape firm based in North

the field, and it is part of what makes a healthy

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UNPRECEDENTED TIMES CALL FOR UNPRECEDENTED PEOPLE. And unprecedented people take unprecedented action. For Dr. Amie Meditz, her actions were rooted in her duty as a physician and her compassion as a human.

COVID-19 has rocked the entire world for over a year. All that humankind knew was turned upside down. Nations were forced to pause, business to close and people to isolate.

Dr. Meditz is an Infectious Diseases physician at Boulder Community Health and the first BCH recipient of the COVID-19 vaccine. She knew at a young age that she was destined for the medical field. At 13-years-old, a physician showed her that she could combine her unique love of science with the power of compassion and connectivity to make a difference in peoples’ lives and health. After graduating from medical school in 1999, the skills she learned and the compassion she possessed were given to the HIV epidemic sweeping the U.S.

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“I felt a special connection to people living

“One of the most important positives of

with HIV and wanted to be part of the fight

COVID-19 is the broad recognition that we

against that epidemic, so I went into Infectious

in the USA can be impacted by a disease that

Diseases as my specialty. In addition, the inves-

develops in another part of the world,” says Dr.

tigative nature of the specialty was very appeal-

Meditz. “Without that recognition, we will not be

ing to me,” says Dr. Meditz.

prepared for the next pandemic.”

Fast forward and patients of a now pandemic are receiving her same warmhearted care.

Dr. Meditz also recognized the tremendous community support the team at BCH has felt.

“This is the hardest I’ve worked in my entire

She is grateful for the expanded recognition that

career, but it isn’t just me,” says Dr. Meditz. “The

Infectious Diseases specialists are an important

entire Infectious Diseases team has been working

component of hospital and community safety

non-stop to care for people with infections includ-

and is an important move forward.

ing COVID-19, to adjust safety protocols to keep

According to Dr. Meditz, we are currently see-

hospital patients and employees safe, and to iden-

ing a downward trend in the number of COVID-19

tify ways that BCH can improve to better serve our

cases and hospitalizations.

community as it relates to the pandemic.”

“Right now, it is critical we continue to do

Dr. Meditz and her team braced for impact since

everything we can to prevent ongoing trans-

the beginning, making sure the Boulder commu-

mission by using a multilayer approach: wearing

nity would be best equipped for the fight to come. masks, distancing, avoiding large gatherings and “There were many things in short supply at the

getting the vaccine when it becomes available

beginning of this pandemic, but luckily, the BCH

to you,” says Dr. Meditz. “One layer is good and

leadership team had the foresight well before

more layers are better!”

the pandemic to recruit an experienced team of

With the partnership between pharmaceutical

Infectious Diseases physicians,” says Dr. Meditz.

companies, more vaccines are starting to appear.

As the months passed, the somber realization

“It is a celebration of science and hope, which

that our best efforts are not always deserving of

is why I wore a sequin top the day I received my

the outcome we hope for emerged.

vaccine! It is a major step toward reaching the

“This infection is incredibly humbling for a clinician,” says Dr. Meditz. “The course of the

Dr. Meditz is hopeful that we will reach herd

disease can be very unpredictable and available

immunity sooner rather than later, but encourages

therapies are moderately effective at best. I am

everyone to do their part. Her effort to keep the

reminded of the limits of what we know and what

Boulder community healthy remains her focus.

we can do every day, which is very challenging.”

“I know that BCH will strive to maintain a

There have been many major advancements

mindset that keeps us preparing for future pan-

to celebrate; however, the significant losses

demics so that we can have a quicker and more

should not be forgotten.

organized response. That will be important in

But in the darkness, a light breaks through and the positivity cannot be dimmed.

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making Boulder the healthiest community in the nation,” says Dr. Meditz.

A D VA N C E M E N T S While tragedy can outweigh success, it’s important to highlight the advancements we have made in modern day medicine in light of SARS-CoV-2.

Dr. Meditz recognizes five major advancements over this past year that provide hope for the future.

01 Scientists quickly cracked the genetic code of the virus, and that vital information was shared widely so that testing techniques and vaccines could be developed in countries across the world.

02 There was intense research that led to a better understanding of how the virus is transmitted and how it affects our bodies.

03 The extensive collaboration between scientists and medical centers brought many of these advancements to patients much more rapidly than originally expected.

04 Universal use of masks was unprecedented in the U.S., and mask mandates were met with some resistance. Now, robust studies show that wearing masks has been a key tool in slowing the spread of the virus.

05 The greatest accomplishment of all has been the development of multiple safe and effective vaccines thanks to scientists, the financial support of the U.S. government, and tens of thousands of study participants.

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VA C C I N E C L I N I C BOULDER COMMUNITY HEALTH VACCINE CLINIC With the rollout of multiple vaccines comes the challenge of distribution. Phases of distribution can only act as a guideline, it is up to hospitals and clinics to create a system.

Andilyn Brockert is a young mother and one of the masterminds behind the Boulder Community Health Vaccine Clinic at the Della Cava Family Medical Pavilion in Boulder.

Along with coworker, Charlie Jones, Brockert and Jones manage the vaccine clinic and have been able to vaccinate 850 to 1,000 patients a day and are currently working towards 1,500 patients.

“We started off very small, with 100-200 patients per day. We were nervous about making sure we were giving the best experience possible to our community,” Brockert says.

“Just like it takes a village to raise a child, it took an amazing collaborative team to build a successful vaccination clinic, especially for such an important milestone in history!”

The clinic is an experience unlike any other, tailoring to the age of patients by playing into their generation with music from Frank Sinatra, then moving to Stevie Nicks and so on.

“Once the vaccine is administered, we send them to our “Relaxation Station” to listen to some music while we monitor them for any immediate side effects. Then off they go with a little more protection and bounce in their step,” Brockert says.

“I have been amazed at the joy that all of these people bring to the clinic every day,” Jones says. “We often comment that it is the happiest place in town.”

Amid the darkness, COVID-19 has brought to light new appreciation toward things we may have taken for granted before.

“The appreciation for each other is the biggest positive I see, both worldwide and in our community,” Brockert says. “Here is to this next year being one of hope, comfort, healing, understanding, remembering and just enjoying all that we have.”

Brockert encourages people to sign up for MyBCH, an online patient portal through BCH. This is the easiest way to be notified when you are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine and how you can schedule your appointment.

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When one usually thinks of a convenience store, the closest

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space that provides an “authentic bodega experience” while also

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next time you need something. On the corner of 17th and Pearl sits

“I have a vision and put the right people around me to make it

a bustling barber shop next to a recently occupied storefront that

happen,” Lavdanski said. “This builds community and takes the ego

harbors intrigue alongside necessity. Enter: Pearl Convenience.

out of a project.” He and co-owners Bob Barrick (@kingdomjasmine)

At first glance, passers by catch a glimpse of the jazzy, hand-

and Jon Epstein (@jonny.epstein) aim to do just that, creating a “lit-

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distinguishes the storefront as more of an art installation than

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Opening a business amid a pandemic is no easy feat; however, Lavdanski approached this project as he approaches his other businesses—with grit, soul, and a hint of risk. “I’m a connector,” he exclaims, smiling wide. “I pride myself on finding the right artists and humans to propel a project into existence.”

You can tell he really loves what he does. Although Lavdanski remains at the helm of his side-by-side businesses, Rollins Barbershop and Pearl Convenience, he makes sure to pay homage to the boys behind the business. What’s next for Pearl Convenience?

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FOR JON BANIS AND HIS WIFE ERIN, HOSPITALITY IS THE BUSINESS THEY KNOW; AND FOR THE LAST 11 OR SO YEARS, THEY’VE MADE A PARTNERSHIP OUT OF IT. Finding themselves working and falling in love in the halls of their restaurant, Japango, they’ve forged quite the name for themselves in the realm of contemporary Boulder dining. With Jon taking ownership in 2007, the Banises, now with their 10-month old baby, became the family behind Japango’s great success—success, they say, that wouldn’t be possible without their other family: their staff.

Restaurants can sometimes be overlooked. They’re something people always assume will be around, but this last year notably changed that narrative as many Pearl Street staples closed their doors permanently. Likewise, great sushi is a rare find in landlocked states, but Jon and Erin have upended that stereotype, working hard to provide the highest quality of everything for their customers, from rare fish to rare whiskey. Japango’s 2013 remodel, which added their notably cool lounge and jellyfish aquarium, gave them the space they needed to expand. The restaurant’s whiskey collection, focusing on offering eclectic, unique bottles, once held the title of the largest Japanese whiskey collection in Colorado.

With veteran alchemist Stanley behind the bar and sushi master Iwasan behind the glass counter, the creativity of what Japango has to offer is constantly in flux. New cocktails and specials are available every week, so it’s not uncommon to see these two (one a sensitive artist-type, the other a proper 67-year-old Japanese sushi master) bouncing ideas off each other, working together to create interesting pairings.

The staff, the managers, the owners—everyone is a valuable partner in the restaurant’s success, everyone makes the Japango brand what it is. Even during the darkest times of last year, the Japango family still created a dining experience for people rather than becoming strictly transactional, which is commonplace now that ‘To-Go’ is the gold standard of safe dining. It’s the interaction with community, the social aspect of dining out and the escape of it all that people were craving, and what Japango was able to deliver.

“We’re so grateful and proud of the last 10 years,” says the Banis duo. “The staff are the ones who have really made us successful.

This year there’s been a question mark of what’s next and how we’re going to keep adapting. Once we get one thing figured out, it’s onto the next thing—what and where can we enhance? We say it with humility, but we’re proud of what we’ve created, of our staff, and of what we continue to evolve into."

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SO H OT RIGHT N OW Wagyu seems to be the item on the docket this month. Stanley fat washed a 1792 Full-Proof Bourbon with Wagyu, a process which rounds out the “hotness” of such potent whiskey and creates a richer, more full bodied drink. Using this in an Old Fashioned, he adds lemongrass-banana infused maple syrup and the house yuzu skin-peppercorn bitters—excellent for pairing with Iwasan’s specialty Wagyu dishes.

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FAITH REFLECTIONS

PRACTICE TOGETHER SINCE 1998, RABBI NADYA GROSS, ALONG

Her husband, Pastor Phil Kettering, who

WITH HER HUSBAND RABBI VICTOR

serves another Lutheran church, has also

GROSS, HAVE BEEN DEEPLY COMMITTED

embraced the work.

TO THE CREATION OF A CONSCIOUS HOLY

From the very start, the two congre-

COMMUNITY DEDICATED TO PRACTICING

gations have contributed to social action

DEEP ECUMENISM.

work in the community—most specifically

Pardes Levavot (Orchard of Hearts) is a

in keeping the CIP (Community Infant

Jewish Renewal Community, identified with

Program) room supplied and feeding

a movement which aims to reinvigorate

scores of CIP families on Thanksgiving.

modern Judaism with Kabbalistic, Hasidic

Over time they began to initiate study

and musical practices. The name expresses

groups, reading books

the spiritual blossoming of each individual.

text together and learning more about

Since 2004 Boulder’s Pardes Levavot Synagogue and Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church have shared their sacred space, wor-

and

sacred

one another by experiencing how each of them reflected on the content of the books.

Any

question

appropriate

munity projects to best serve the needs of all

ity and a desire to understand more

humanity, where they not only respect other

deeply. They never encountered someone

religious paths, but collaborate with them.

trying to prove their “truth” or make someone

Pastor Janet embraced the relationship

framed

from

and

welcomed

when she was called to Shepherd in 2016.

when

was

shiped together, and collaborated on com-

curios-

wrong. This has led to deep friendships and loving relationships among the members.

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Rabbi Nadya

The talit is a garment traditionally worn by men at prayer, and adopted by women in the last 40+ years. The garment itself can be any fabric, color, etc. - though the traditional ones were white with black or blue stripes. What makes it a talit are the fringes on the four corners that are wrapped and tied in a special way to remind us of God’s commandments.

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“Deep Ecumenism is a foundational prin-

A Shepherd parishioner first posed the

ciple taught by our teacher, Rabbi Zalman

question of why the Ark containing the Torah

Schachter-Shalomi (whom we called Reb

Scroll was always tucked away.

Zalman),” says Rabbi Nadya.

That led to a decision to move it to the fore-

He was the grandfather of the movement

front, where it now stands prominent near the

for Jewish Renewal and occupied the World

altar, together with the cross, as a sign of their

Wisdom chair at Naropa for many years.

commitment toward deep ecumenism.

The work of Deep Ecumenism is one that

“Little did we know what that seemingly

seeks to understand, engage with and support

"small" (but really quite great) gesture would

the uniqueness of each religious tradition, while

mean to our congregations and our life together.”

standing firmly in one’s own identity and faith.

“Reb Zalman taught us that we can and should find nourishment in traditions other than our own, urging us to undertake the more intrepid exploration of deep ecumenism in which one learns about oneself through participatory engagement with another religion or tradition.

According to Rabbi Nadya, one might say that the Jewish members of Pardes have become better Jews and the Lutherans of Shepherd have become better Lutherans.

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Pastor Janet Kettering, Shepherd of the Hills

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Pastor Janet

The stoles worn in the Christian faith, reminiscent of the Jewish talit, are placed on us at the Rite of Ordination into Word and Sacrament. This one bears imagery of children of every race and ethnicity, symbolizing her call into a ministry of radical inclusivity for all of God’s children.

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“WHEN LIFE AROUND THE GLOBE RETURNS TO NORMAL, OUR WORLD CANNOT RETURN TO BUSINESS-AS-USUAL.” —Earth Day Network, the organizing body for Earth Day Worldwide

Each year—since the first Earth Day April 22, 1970—marks the anniversary of what many consider the birth of the modern environmental movement. The idea came to Earth Day founder Gaylord Nelson, then a U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, after witnessing the ravages of the 1969 massive oil spill in Santa Barbara, California.

The UN General Assembly designated April 22 as International Mother Earth Day—where people unite to appreciate and respect earth’s environment. The concerns then were: pollution, ecology and mass transportation. The concerns today are: climate change, species loss, pandemics and massive natural disasters that might define the future—unless we do something now.

In Boulder, we’re lucky to be part of a community that valued environmental stewardship long before there was a holiday to celebrate it. Typical ways of observing Earth Day include: planting trees, growing gardens, picking up roadside trash, conducting various programs for recycling and conservation.

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M O THE R E ART H DAY

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