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LIFESTYLE LETTER

Our May Issue is dedicated to Women

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Our May issue is dedicated to celebrating the women in our lives. As I reflect on the many women in my life, I am thankful for each one and the impact they have made. One of the best qualities a woman can possess is having confidence with oneself, but at the same time being able to see the beauty and talent in other women and call out greatness in them, too. Women celebrating women and encouraging each other to succeed rather than competing with each other is so beautiful and rewarding. Encouraging and empowering the people in our own life can be something that comes naturally to do, but the impact of intentionally looking for ways to build up those in our greater community is so powerful. We all want to be seen, and when we share encouragement and consideration to those around us, barriers break down and warmth follows. Kindest Regards,

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inside the issue The Ladies’ Issue

F E ATU R E D

D E PA RTM E NTS

14 Want to Share a Life Experience with Others?

Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

Local Experiences

Must See

Local Limelight

Inspired by

Giving Back

Must See

Events

8 Steps to Writing a Great Memoir

22 Changing Lives Little by Little Each Day Meet the Incredible Women Founders of Non Profits in our Community

30 Brunching with Mom

Show the matriarch in your life how much you love her—one bite of brunch at a time.

36 A Day Just for Mom

Mother’s Day Celebrations and Gifts She’ll Treasure

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Photography: Courtney Cook Hanging with my Besties

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local experiences The best places and things to do in our area.

When it comes to a girls' night out, hanging with friends in the comfort of your own home or a getaway trip, the most important part is simply spending time together. Having female friends in your life is extremely important and is good for your mental health. Here's a few ideas from around our town and beyond to enjoy with the besties in your own life.

Gals on the Town CR USH WINE BAR : This local IT place to go-to enjoy with your girlfriends. With over 50 wines by the glass, half-glass, quarter-glass or by the bottle, there is something for everyone. 3911 Ambrosia Street Castle Rock, CO THE R IDGE AT CASTLE PINES NOR TH: Looking for a day excursion with the gals? The Ridge golf course offers small group options. Aimed at creating an exceptional & memorable experience for all groups. 1411 Castle Pointe Dr Castle Rock, CO A/R WOR KSHOP CASTLE R OCK: Want to just invite some friends over to the house but still have a fun activity? A/R Workshop offers an array of off-site workshops. 862 W Happy Canyon Rd, Ste 105 Castle Rock, CO UNCOR KED KITCHEN & WINE BAR : Spend the night taking a cooking class with friends at Uncorked Kitchen. You’ll cook and eat in a space that feels like your (gourmet) friend’s home. 8171 South Chester Street Centennial, CO THE BAR N ANTIQUES AND SPECIALITIES: Many a local express shopping here as "Barn Therapy’". The Barn offers a very unique shopping experience in the beautiful historic downtown district of Castle Rock. 400 Third Street Castle Rock, CO

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8 Steps to Writing a Great Memoir 14

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Everyone who has ever lived has a story to tell. As you approach mid to later life, you may find yourself reflecting on your past. Perhaps you realize you've lived through significant or relatable events, experiences, choices, and changes that would be fascinating or helpful to others. This is what leads many people to write a memoir. But how do you go about telling your story?

1. DECIDE WHAT TO WRITE ABOUT AND WHY A memoir differs from an autobiography in that it focuses on one aspect of or time from your life. So before you get started, reflect on the reason you want to write a memoir. Then, to find your focus, write down your ideas using methods such as a mind map or stream-of-consciousness writing. Typically, memoirs that do best have a takeaway for the reader. Although your story can and should be unique or unusual, it should also have a core to which the reader can connect.

2. DEFINE YOUR THEME AND STICK TO IT Once you've decided what your memoir is about, find its theme. A clear theme like coming of age, dealing with loss, friendship, determination, or overcoming adversity will help you focus your story and connect to readers. Of course, life doesn’t fit easily into a clean theme or narrative. So try to separate the relevant and extraneous details.

3. REFRESH YOUR MEMORIES Write down all your relevant memories with as much detail as you can remember. Include not only events but also senses and emotions you experienced. Throughout the memoir, remember to show, not just tell, to evoke a more authentic, emotional connection with the reader. If possible, talk to others who were involved in the memories to get their perspective or to trigger memories of details you may have forgotten. Looking at old pictures or journal entries or visiting significant places can also help refresh your memory. If you find this step too challenging, you might not be ready to write about these memories. Perhaps pacing yourself would be easier to manage emotionally.

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“Throughout the memoir, remember to show, not just tell, to evoke a more authentic, emotional connection with the reader."

4. BE AUTHENTIC In a memoir, being honest and authentic is essential. If you're not, it will reflect in your writing and result in disengaging the reader. When sharing part of your life with others, vulnerability is necessary, so they'll care about what you're writing. If you hold back, readers can't get a full sense of who you are and why your story matters. Keep in mind that no one is perfect. If we were, we wouldn't have learned or grown. So don't hide your flaws or bad decisions if they're part of your story.

5. DEVELOP A STRUCTURE Based on your memories and theme, think about how to structure your story. Memoirs often have a personal growth arc, where you learned something or something happened that changed your life. Think about your theme and what you want your reader to get out of your story. An outline can help you stay on the theme while laying out a clear structure that the reader can follow. Find an interesting way to structure your story;

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you don't necessarily want to start at the beginning. Look for an exciting or notable moment to hook your readers and get them wanting more.

6. GET WRITING Putting the first draft down on paper can be the hardest part because you're starting from nothing. It may seem intimidating. But remember that no one ever has to see the first draft. It's just you telling yourself the story. Also, don't worry too much about grammar, spelling, structure, or other elements at first because they can distract your train of thought and the flow of writing. Just get your story written down and worry about revision and editing later. If you're really struggling, try recording yourself telling the memories you want to include, or use a talk-to-text converter. Talking may feel more natural and be a less intimidating way to get started. If it helps, ask someone close to you to be in the room while recording and speak directly to them, so it feels more conversational and natural.

7. PUT YOUR PERSONALITY INTO THE WRITING You're telling your own story, so it should sound like you. Do you often tell jokes? Swear? Use a particular phrase? Include those quirks from your normal speech into your writing. Pay attention to how you talk in your daily life or ask those closest to you for their observations of how you speak. If you use talk-to-text or a recording to do your first draft, that's a great way to notice what your natural speech is like.

8. BE CONSISTENT If you're serious about writing your memoir, it's important to intentionally carve out time to write and work. Writing your memoir will take time and dedication, and likely won't be easy. A memoir requires an in-depth, sincere look into your own life and the choices you made. There are also more tedious aspects to writing, such as writer's block, rounds of editing, trying to find a publisher, or figuring out how to self-publish. So it may be helpful to join a writing group or find a

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“Talking may feel more natural and be a less intimidating way to get started. "

writing partner to keep you accountable for making progress. This kind of support can also serve as a resource when you feel stuck or need an outside opinion. Realize that no matter how interesting or tedious you think your own life has been, you've followed a unique path with a variety of experiences. You're the only one who can tell your story – but there are likely many who will find it fascinating, useful, or be able to relate.

HANDY DIGITAL TOOLS FOR WRITING YOUR MEMOIR LiveBinders This free site allows you to gather and store all sorts of resources in one place. Think back to your school days. When you had to write a research paper, wasn’t one of the most frustrating things about the process keeping all of your materials

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organized–bibliographic info, all of those 3 X 5 index card notes, etc.? Well, LiveBinders allows you to set up a free site, accessible from any digital device, that organizes and stores every kind of imaginable type of information. Google Earth In a well-written memoir, the reader emotionally connects with the author’s words. Often the locales mentioned are important for the reader to become fully immersed in the narration and thus place descriptions are critical. But what if you haven’t visited a place in a long time? Will you remember the details with enough clarity to bring them to life? Digital Story Telling Apps Have you considered creating a visual memoir? Combining images, music, and narration provide powerful experiences

for the viewer while tapping into your multi-media expertise. The good news is that you don’t have to be an expert in order to produce a wonderful visual story. You will have to spend time learning an app if you don’t already know it, but that’s fun if you are not working under a deadline. Here are four apps that allow you to combine images, audio files, text, and narration. Plus you can play with special effects and fancy transitions between slides and video clips. • iMovie (Apple products) Creates a movie using stills and/or video clips. • Keynote (Apple’s presentation app) You can record a narration for the slides and export it as a movie file. • Camtasia (Works on all computers) Creates a movie using stills and/or video clips. • PowerPoint (Office’s presentation app) Creates a slide show with images, audio files, text, and narration.

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The best, and the most needed non-profit organizations begin with a founder's vision to do something good for society. The relationship between women and philanthropy has evolved significantly over the past 250 years. Starting in the 1800s, women began aligning their philanthropy with their volunteering—a model that persists today. Today, women own one-third of America’s private businesses and control more than 51 percent of the wealth in the United States. Among the nation’s top wealth holders, 43 percent are women, according to the Treasury Department. No longer having to rely on spousal or familial resources, women with increased access to personal resources stepped into philanthropy with gusto. A recent study of women’s philanthropy found that women give 3.5 percent of their wealth compared to 1.8 percent for men, and that single women are more likely to give to charity than single men. Women also tend to be the decision-makers in their family philanthropy (both individually and for family foundations.) Meet the Women Founders of some of the most cherished Non Profits of the Douglas County Colorado Community.

FACING HOMELESSNESS Amber Dinh, Founder and Executive Director Amber Dinh has been an advocate for educating others about homelessness for years but finally found her authentic voice by creating a Facebook page and a community called Facing Homelessness – Denver. She spends her free time feeding, clothing and talking to people who otherwise may be overlooked as people hurry through their day. Amber specifically aligned herself with the “Just say Hello” movement. Since starting Facing Homelessness – Denver, she has had the opportunity to meet and befriend hundreds of homeless in Colorado and share their unique stories and photos with the world. By sharing what she

witnessed in her days serving the homeless community, her Facebook page has now reached nearly 6,000 people across the United States who leave greetings for the homeless and gifts that a homeless person may need to endure the elements. Now, the giving has grown and encompasses "hello-ers" from across the front range. Individuals, businesses, charity organizations, churches and groups gather biweekly to say hello in Civic Center Park to meet basic needs of our un-housed friends.

RYLIE’S ARK Meghann Guentensberger, President / Co-Founder Meghann is lucky enough to have been Rylie's mom. With Rylie as her biggest cheerleader, she spent years as an English teacher, a triathlete, aspiring entrepreneur and dreamer. She completed Ironman Boulder just 16 days after Rylie's death as a way to honor that Rylie always challenged her to reach for her dreams. Heading up Rylie's ARK is Meghann's way of sharing the spirit of Rylie and continuing her legacy. Rylie's ARK was created in honor of Rylie Guentensberger who had a huge impact on those around her–all because she lived a life designed to make others happy. Rylie died at the age of 12 after a freak accident and 28 days in the hospital. Those who knew Rylie will tell you that she sought to bring joy and happiness to those around her in every way. She was known for lifting up others and doing silly things to make someone smile. It's in this spirit that Rylie's ARK (Acts of Random Kindness) was created. Rylie's ARK is committed to organically spreading kindness through random acts both big and small. Rylie’s life is now inspiring others to spread happiness by putting others first. The foundation hopes to continue to help individuals and families in times of need, sponsor scholarships to summer camps, pay sports fees and much more.

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“It’s not a matter of winning or losing. It’s giving it your all that makes you better than anyone else.”

ROBIN’S NEST Wendy Ingraham, Founder and Executive Director Wendy Ingraham is a Michigan native and the owner and founder of Robin's Nest Foundation. Before her work with the foundation, Wendy practiced her love for health and fitness as a professional athlete for 20 years. During this time, she repeatedly supported the adage "anything you can do, I can do better," comparing herself as a female competitor to her male counterparts. She recalls being the first person out of the water at triathlons (whether male or female). Men would line up behind her, knowing she would “pull them through the water.” In the end, though, Wendy says, "It's not a matter of winning or losing. It's giving it your all that makes you better than anyone else."

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Wendy took this mindset with her when she founded Robin's Nest, an amazing little farm in Castle Rock, Colorado. She realized that being able to communicate, groom and deal with large animals can be an empowering experience and wanted to share that with others. Not to mention, with today's open spaces disappearing at a rapid rate, Wendy wanted to develop an open space to explore, use the imagination, get away from the noise of electronics, and be with nature and animals. In the wake of tragedy, after losing three close friends to depression, Wendy felt it was her mission to find a way to help others accomplish goals and build self-confidence to make them feel that life is worth living for.

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SOCK IT TO ‘EM Susan Elizabeth Lee & Phillis Shimamoto, Co-Founders and Executive Directors The idea for Sock it to ‘em came to co-founder, Susan Lee, while shopping for Thanksgiving dinner items in 2011. Not able to let go of the idea, she emailed a group of friends about collecting socks through the end of that year and then donating them to local homeless shelters. One of those friends, Phillis Shimamoto, stepped up to assist in the efforts to co-found the organization, and together they led the efforts to collect 575 pairs of socks and deliver them locally. During that delivery, they were told how important and how needed socks are to the homeless community. So, they expanded their reach to mobilize volunteers to join the efforts by becoming Sock Ambassadors. The first few years the efforts were focused in the Denver metro area and was completely led by volunteers. By July 2015, the group had received the official 501(c)3 incorporation status and has now served those in need in 41 states. With a mission to provide new socks to men, women and children who are experiencing homelessness or who are in need, the organization provides socks to individuals, shelters, veteran groups, clubs and Title 1 schools serving under-privileged youth. To date, more than 800,000 pairs of new socks have been given to cover the feet of those who need them!

WELLSPRING COMMUNITY Mary Lou Fenton, Founder Mary Lou Fenton is the founder of Wellspring. It was her love for her children, her desire to give her youngest daughter with disabilities the best life possible, her faith in God, and her

husband's constant encouragement that inspired her to start Wellspring. Her background includes being a social worker, working with homebound elderly, the homeless, and unwed mothers. Mary Lou loves to travel, especially to places she’s never been. Some of the places on her bucket list include Alaska, Australia and Israel. On the weekends, you’ll find Mary Lou hanging out with her family and friends and riding her bike.

HOPE HELD BY A HORSE Diane Chafee, Founder Diane Chafee is a breast cancer survivor, diagnosed in 2007. As a healthcare provider, she understood the disease and the healthcare system. She even had a wonderful support team. However, through the process, she realized there are so many women who don’t. “Even though I had people in my life to support me, I wanted to connect to others with breast cancer, others who were experiencing what I was experiencing,” she says. “Most importantly, I wanted to connect outside of the normal hospital arena.” One of her providers knew how deeply impacted she was and how much better she felt every time she spent time with her horse, Skye, and suggested she find an Equine Facilitated Learning program for breast cancer patients, but she was unable to find one. “It was because of my experience with Skye that I saw the healing power of horses!” she says. “At that moment, a seed was planted in my mind and in my heart to one day provide an equine program for women with breast cancer. That way, women, like myself, would have the opportunity to experience the magic of community and the wonder of horses and how both truly help us to learn, grow and heal.”

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“It’s not every day you get to start your day with mom over a crave-worthy meal, so treat yourself to the best of the best.”

To celebrate your mother and all that she has done, take her out to one of these six hot spots for a brunch of cinnamon rolls, eggs Benedicts, avocado toasts, and more. It’s not every day you get to start your day with mom over a crave-worthy meal, so treat yourself to the best of the best.

B&B CAFÉ

MIYO CAFÉ

For over 55 years, B&B Café has served locals their early cup of joe and delectable breakfasts, while also being home to history dating back to the 1920s. A homemade cinnamon roll is just the beginning to their mouthwatering menu, so stop by to check out the food and learn about Castle Rock’s oldest restaurant while you’re at it. thebbcafe.com

Looking for a family-friendly and dog-loving breakfast community? Stop by MiYO Café, located in the Village at Castle Pines, for a warm, comfortable environment to enjoy the unique, “Make it Your Own” style. Whether you and your mother want to make the day your own or just your meal, you can build your own dish or pick from a long menu of savory plates, sweet treats, and everything in between. miyocafe.com

THE LIBRARY CO. BAR & KITCHEN

OBRIEN’S CAFÉ

This newer brunch hot spot makes for a great outing with anyone to share morning cocktails and fun meals like a French toast burger made with Texas toast. The Library Co. will keep you and your mom busy with the exciting interior décor, fitting to the studious name and always offering puns and anything for the avid readers and writers in the community. bestbarcastlerock.com

Located just off of Santa Fe Drive in Sedalia, this quaint and inviting café welcomes in all from near and far to share stories with family and friends over a warm plate of freshly homemade breakfast and lunch. Find this cozy, small-town vibe to be perfect for a relaxing and joyful brunch. Facebook.com/obrienscafe80135/

THE EXCHANGE Found in the visitor center of Castle Pines’ new neighborhood, The Canyons, The Exchange provides a great spot to cozy up by a fire or sit on the sunny patio with coffee in hand and a simple—yet delicious—brunch to start the day. While the menu suits those looking for more of a small, coffee-house environment, the high-end and handcrafted plates leave nothing to be lacking.

Try out their fan favorite breakfast burrito or for a more plant-based option their toasts are just as tasty, from butter and jam to avocado and lemon, there are choices for everyone. thecanyonsliving.com/visitor-center/

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BENNIE’S Known as a favorite local breakfast eatery a little further south, Bennie’s offers flavorful and affordable food to those who are looking for high-quality ingredients worth craving when you get home. All the way from Quebec, Canada, owner and chef Caroline Bilodeau brings her widely adored quiches, crepes, and—of course—eggs benedicts to the Tri-Lakes YMCA for all to enjoy. Pair your meal with a latte or tea to perk up and feel ready for the day. bennies.cafe

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The role of mothers in shaping their daughters' and sons' lives is unsurpassed. Mothers teach us to love, be strong, be confident, persist, live life to its fullest, and be the best we can be. Mother's Day is just around the corner. So, this year give her a gift from your heart and your undivided time to make it a special day she'll treasure. Mother’s Day Brunch – Serve your mom a scrumptious breakfast or take her out for Mother's Day brunch. If you prepare it yourself, the following menu will be sure to please: fruit salad, juice, waffles or pancakes with her favorite blueberry or strawberry topping, Canadian bacon or fresh sausage, omelets or eggs benedict, homemade hash browns, and coffee cake or Danishes. Also, don't forget the fresh cut flowers for the table centerpiece. Suggestion: Mother's Day Brunch at The Cherokee Ranch & Castle Your Mother will feel like the queen she is, when treated to Brunch at the Castle. She will receive a rose and one free mimosa. The brunch buffet offers a seasonal menu of savory items and sweet breakfast pastries.

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“I realized when you look at your mother, you are looking at the purest love you will ever know.” —Mitch Albom

Spring Blooms - What better way to spend a spring day than together in your mother's garden? Pick up her favorite annuals and perennials: begonias, petunias, violets, morning glories, poppies, marigolds, snapdragons, or mums. Then enjoy a relaxing day together, planting and sprucing up her flower garden and catching up on old times. Suggestion: The Sprucery Garden Center The Sprucery Garden Center is so much more than a full-service nursery. We have 20 acres for you to explore, a 200-foot waterfall, a children’s garden, and a selection you won’t find elsewhere. Located in the Franktown area, they have helped gardeners create their dream landscapes for more than 16 years.

Especially for Mothers - Buy a book for and about moms. Consider one of the following: • Mother: A Cradle to Hold Me by Maya Angelou • Why a Daughter Needs a Mom by Gregory E. Lang • Why a Son Needs a Mom by Gregory E. Lang • Mom, I Wrote a Book About You by M.H. Clark • Real Poems for Real Moms: From a Mother in the Trenches to Another by Rachel S. Donahue • Mom, Tell Me Your Story: Keepsake Journal by Susan Branch Suggestion: Sudden Fiction Books Just the place to find a perfect journal and books. They will also order books in for you if they don't have the title you are looking for.

Mother/Daughter or Mother/SonMemories – Give your mom a keepsake that'll be dear to her heart. Purchase Mothers & Daughters: A Record Book About Us to fill out and share with her. Or create your own memory book with a scrapbook or journal. Include photos and memories about special times the two of you have had together; the most important things you remember about your mother from your childhood; how she has inspired you; and the times you look forward to in the future.

The Main Event – Surprise your mother with tickets to an event she's been dying to see: the ballet, a concert, play or musical, the opera, a favorite sporting event, a comedy show, or dinner theater. Be sure to tell her you have something special planned (but not what), so she'll be all yours for the day. Suggestion: Footloose the Musical The Parker PACE Center presents Footloose from June 24th through July 17th. With dynamic new songs augmenting the powerhouse hits from its bestselling Oscar-nominated score, Footloose celebrates the exhilaration of youth, the wisdom of listening to one another, and the power of forgiveness.

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Train Excursion – Spring is the perfect time to tour the countryside. Take a train ride with your mom, and enjoy the vivid colors of spring, blue skies, beautiful blossoms, and other scenic sights. Suggestion: The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway is a cog railway that climbs one of the most iconic mountains in the United States, Pikes Peak in Colorado.

A Little Pampering – Mothers spend many years pampering their children giving bubble baths, washing hair, and caring for them when they're ill. Give your mother a special treat, a gift certificate for pampering at the spa where she can enjoy a Swedish massage, hair design, a sea spa manicure and pedicure, or a soothing facial. Suggestion: WoodHouse Day Spa Castle Pines & Balanced Body Worx

Family Portrait – If your family is like most, you're well overdue for an updated family portrait. What better time to have it done than on Mother's Day? Schedule to have your family's picture taken at a studio, or hire a photographer for a photoshoot in the park. Coordinate with family members in advance on the formality and color scheme, so outfits don't clash. Inform your mother how to dress for her special day, but keep the specific reason a surprise. Suggestion: Wonderstruck Photography & Stacey James Photography

Weekend Getaway – Put together a weekend package designed especially for your mom. Choose a city that offers excellent shopping, art museums and cultural centers, or even a quaint historic town with neat shops, cafes, and parks. Leave the dates for the getaway open so she can make the trip at her convenience, or so the two of you can make plans together. Suggestion: Steamboat Springs, Boulder, and Sante Fe New Mexico

The Power of Poetry – You don't need to be a poet to write a special verse for your mother. In your poem, share what it was like growing up with her, how she influenced your life, or tell her just what she means to you. Then print it on stationery, and matte and frame it.

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Keep it Simple – Plan a relaxing day together, enjoying the outdoors. Head to a nearby park where you can meander along nature trails reminiscing or take a scenic bike ride. Suggestion: Castlewood Canyon State Park This family friendly hike is a beauitful hike near Castle Rock. Very customizable. There's a lot of trails with many different intensities!

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Visit Denver When you think about Denver, what immediately may come to mind is the gateway to the stunning landscape of mountain peaks with an abundance of recreational activities. But what you might not realize is just how unbelievable the urban experience is in this extraordinary city set at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, including a booming collection of sleek boutique hotels, one of the most engaging arts and live music scenes anywhere, and elevated restaurants, shops, museums and galleries amid lively and diverse neighborhood pockets that will have you experiencing total fulfillment from this metropolitan basecamp. Our team of local lifestyle fanatics at City Lifestyle are thrilled to collaborate with Visit Denver to present a customized visitor’s guide and exclusive GIVEAWAY* to this mile-high destination. It’s an urban landscape complemented with charming, walkable neighborhoods dedicated to giving visitors a taste of why it’s year-after-year ranked one of the best places to reside. With recent recognition and rankings, such as landing its spot as a top 10 city in the world to visit (Lonely Planet), leading the nation in attendance at performing arts events and exhibitions (National Endowment for the Arts), a repeat nominee for its foodie and craft beverage scene, and home to THE most attended concert venue of any size anywhere in the world (Billboard), Denver is bursting with profound cultural and lifestyle experiences, and we’re here to round up our recommendations for you. One neighborhood that sets Denver apart is Cherry Creek North, otherwise known as the Mile High City’s ultimate luxury shopping and dining destination with the highest concentration of small businesses. A well-known favorite of the locals, Cherry Creek feels like a city within a city with its urban oasis atmosphere.

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Backyard Birthday Bash

CASTLE PIN ES CHAMBER BAC KYA R D 4 8 2 W H A P PY CA NYO N R D | 4 :0 0 P M Please as the Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce celebrates their 15th anniversary! They will be recognizing longstanding members and enjoying food, drinks and fun! This is a FREE event for all members and guests of the community. Let’s celebrate all that the Chamber has accomplished throughout the last 15 years! M AY 1 4 T H

Spring Kickoff Concert

FESTIVAL PARK | 1:00 PM The Downtown Merchant Associations brings in one of the firsts of the Spring and Summer season with their annual Downtown Castle Rock Spring Kickoff Concert. Come join in the fun and celebrate with other community folk. The event is held in Festival Park. There will be plenty of live music, food trucks, beer and more! M AY 1 9 T H

Aspen View Academy presents Beauty and the Beast

AS PEN VIEW ACADEMY IN THE ME A DOWS | 6 :30 P M Be our guest at Aspen View Academy's production of Beauty & the Beast JR! About this Event Based on the original Broadway production that ran for over thirteen years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards. Tickets are $10 General Admission or $5 with a Student ID. Seating is first come, first serve. Help support our local youth in theatre. M AY 2 1 ST

“The Hollywood Hit” Murder Mystery Dinner Show

GREAT WOLF LODG E | 6:00 PM Have a fun night out with The Dinner Detective. America's largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing at the Great Wolf Lodge. Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!

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Food Truck Frenzy

COYOTE RIDG E PAR K | 4:00 P M Join the Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce along with all their business sponsors to bring you this popular event that includes a large selection of food, vendors, beer, wine, kids' activities and live music. J UN E 1 8T H

Castle Rock Farmer's Market

OUTLETS AT CASTLE ROCK 5 0 5 0 FAC TO RY S H O P S B LV D | 8 :0 0 A M For the last 30 years, the Castle Rock Farmer’s Market has provided Douglas County residents with a local market where they can purchase fresh fruits, vegetables and other products from local farmers, ranchers, bakers and other vendors. The market runs every Saturday through October 1st.

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