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he word gratitude comes up a lot these days, especially in yoga class. I’ll admit I used to hear the yoga instructor talk about gratitude as an “intention,” and I’d immediately think, “Oh yes, I need to be grateful today!” Cross-legged on my mat, I’d send a quick but sincere prayer of thanks out into the universe. These days I don’t need reminders. These days I am grateful all day, every day. Ironically, some might think I’d have less to be grateful for today than one year ago. The past year has seen my husband battling Stage 4 prostate cancer, my oldest daughter leaving for college (11 hours away), my other two daughters moving further away from the nest, and just recently, a terminal diagnosis for our beloved pup Bella. Yet now, more than ever, I feel blessed. The joy I take in every day I have with my husband, and with our family, is indescribable. It’s funny how supposed “time limits” change your thinking. It’s no longer about quantity, it’s about quality. I won’t lie, cancer sucks. Ron suffers on some days, and there’s a certain outrage we feel at receiving this sentence at such a relatively young age. No matter where things go from here for our tight-knit little family, we all revel in the time we spend together. Ron’s not working these days, and I’m able to do more of my work from home. This gives us rare and precious moments for impromptu walks when he’s feeling up to it. Plus there’s a renewed focus on nutrition, home-cooked meals and family dinners. Each of these moments we spend together, with our family, including our beloved Bella, are more precious than gold. Through good days and bad, we both ask ourselves, “Who gets all this? How did we get so lucky?” Sometimes I wish it didn't take a "yin" to fully embrace the "yang," but for all of it, I am grateful. It's in this spirit of gratitude that we put together our November issue. We hope you enjoy this month's stories of giving back, holiday foods and tablescapes, snow sports and local artists. And, oh yes — be sure to support Highlands Ranch’s small businesses on Shop Local Day November 25! Here's wishing you and your family a sweet and meaningful November.

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ARTICLE JODI HORNER | PHOTOGRAPHY POPPIES & PAISLEY

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hen artist Julie Janney takes her brush to acrylic paint and works it on the canvas,

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wife of an Air Force pilot, her subjects are “true to my youth” in Colorado, she says, full of poppies, wild flowers, and aspens, she describes her style as “impressionist meets abstract… “My acrylic color palette is bold, bright and demands attention. Color carries some of the emotion in my art, but the use of a palette knife really helps me release my thoughts, letting go.” CONTINUED >

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Besides the release from perfectionism, Janney’s personality infuses her alluring stills. “I really like pretty things; I like to wear make-up and I like to wear pretty colors, my house is vibrantly decorated,” she explains. “I am attracted to things that are happy and pretty.” Janney earned a fine arts degree with an emphasis in graphic design “so that I would be employable,” she says, “and I really like being around people. I didn’t think I had the personality to be in a studio by myself.” She had found some early success in the field when her first child was born, thus ending her graphic design career— but not her life as an artist, where the two intermingle. “When you look at my art you’ll see a lot of broken down elements, which comes from my graphic design training,” notes Janney. Her color pallet has changed over the past eight years with life’s evolutions. “When we were in Tuscan and my husband was being deployed to Afghanistan, there was more black in my pallet,” Janney recalls. “When we moved here, it was happier. We were done with the military and he was happy—I started to brighten up with more bright, bold colors,” she reflects. “I literally stop to smell the roses and take pictures when I’m walking my dog.” Janney’s career as an artist continues to blossom, with stateside showings and art on display internationally, so it would seem there will be many more flowers to smell for some time to come. To view or purchase Julie Janney’s art, visit: FineArtsAmerica.com Facebook and instagram at JulesArtDesigns Outnumbered Gallery in Littleton on Prince St. 14

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T is for Table G is for Gathering Holiday tablescapes that escape the ordinary ARTICLE KRISTI ANDRUS | PHOTOGRAPHY RAEMI VERMIGLIO

h, the holidays. We’re in the throes of anticipating,

strategizing,

shopping,

cooking, photographing, posting, tagging, celebrating and more. Gotta love the delicious distraction of the holidays, but before the six-week red, green, and sparkle extravaganza of Christmas/New Year’s Days/Eves, there’s an understated yet meaningful little holiday called Thanksgiving to celebrate. Thanksgiving is different. At the heart of the holiday is gathering. It’s the pause and deep breaths amidst a whirlwind of glitter. While blessings are the reason, and food

Golden Glimmer

is the star, presentation sets the tone for this time-honored tradition. And there’s nothing that makes a delicious spread more inviting than a fabulous table.

The holidays are sparkly by design. This Thanksgiving, you can’t go wrong

The details of such a table: the table itself,

with gold. It’s elegant and opulent, versatile and luxe. Make a statement by

the linens, dinnerware, flatware, serveware,

mixing and matching dinnerware with different patterns. Don’t be afraid of

barware, accents, etc., are collectively called

formality. And don’t be afraid to layer it on. It’s a celebration after all. How will

the tablescape. Successful tablescapes are

you know when you’ve gone too far? Like Coco Channel said, “before leaving

balanced, harmonious, personal, captivat-

the (table), a (host) should take another look and remove one accessory”.

ing, appropriate for the meal, tailored for the

Later, adding coordinating nutcrackers or ornaments can effortlessly take

guests, multi-dimensional, tactile, and of

this luminous table from Thanksgiving to Christmas.

course beautiful. It all sounds so complex, but a stunning Thanksgiving table can come together quite easily with a little bit of vision. And Thanksgiving warrants the extra effort. Borrow from these four tables to inspire your own. Each tells its own story.

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Familiar Farmhouse

Nothing says farmhouse style quite like Joanna and Chip Gaines’ muted neutrals and ease. It’s unfussy and classic. Welcoming and comforting. Interesting but simple, filled with accessible details. Think reclaimed wood and single flowers in a rustic vase. And absolutely don’t forget homemade or custom linens that feel vintage, hand-me-down, and/or like a special family heirloom. The olive branches are a nice, if metaphorical, touch too, especially on Thanksgiving.

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T IS FOR TABLE (CON TI N U ED)

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TASTING LA VIDA LOCAL SIPPING AT JAKE'S BREW BAR

...For amber waves of grain... Perhaps it’s no coincidence that this lyric from Katherine Lee Bates' “America the Beautiful” was penned in Colorado; here we are, 134 years later, and those amber waves have lent themselves to the local beer crafting, testing and connoisseur-ing that has become a legitimate Colorado past time. Our state ranks second as the state with the most breweries, and that makes local beer-tasting especially fun, if not convenient. Enter Jake’s Brew Bar on Main Street in Littleton, which keeps a constantly rotating selection of 36 Colorado craft beers and ciders on tap. On a recent autumn afternoon, our humble team of four taste-testers convenes at Jake’s. Opting to sit in the courtyard behind the bar and enjoy some of the fading warm fall weather, we sample four distinct craft beers and a cider that bar owner Vanessa Menke has chosen for our sampling session. The experience is entertaining, educational, and reminds us that to each their own craft. Find Jake's at 2530 West Main Street in Littleton, 303.996.1006.

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Hops & Vine

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DEFINITELY SMELLS PEACHY.

Drinkability—it's pretty drinkable! 22

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This really smells like beer.

The Judges BIANCA: Sociable-single & Seasoned Beer Sampler TODD: World-traveller & Brew Aficionado DAVID: Accomplished Retiree & Lifetime Beer Drinker JODI: Adventurous Writer & Special Occasion Beer Drinker

The Challengers C SQUARED ALMA CIDER PLATT PARK MADAGASCAR DREAM OUTER RANGE FORESTRY IPA ELEVATION LITTLE MO’ PORTER CASEY BREWING & BLENDING PEACH FRUIT STAND

Kind of flat--would The Findings be good mixed with something.

1. C SQUARED ALMA CIDER | TOTAL SCORE: 73

Beautiful bouquet. - Bianca

This is my new favorite. - Jodi

Nice solid fruit taste, easy to sip. - David

1. PLATT PARK MADAGASCAR DREAM | TOTAL SCORE: 54

Tastes diluted. - Bianca

Would work well with savory food where it doesn’t detract. - Todd might go well with pizza. - David 1. OUTER RANGE FORESTRY IPA | TOTAL SCORE: 60

IT'S MY NEW FAVORITE.

Too bitter for this daisy. - Jodi You’re tasting the hops. - Tod Tastes like a summer beer. - Bianca 1. ELEVATION LITTLE MO’ PORTER | TOTAL SCORE: 71

Beautiful coffee notes. - Bianca Lives up to its name: I wanted a ‘li’l mo’ because it was so tasty. - Todd Rich but not overwhelming. - Jodi 5. CASEY BREWING & BLENDING PEACH FRUIT STAND | TOTAL SCORE: 69

Tastes like a peach Jolly Rancher. - Bianca This one smacks you in the kisser. - Todd Whee, doggie! - David

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A FRESH TAKE ON THE THANKSGIVING APPETIZER ARTICLE REBECCA BLACKWELL PHOTOGRAPHY REBECCA BLACKWELL

FOR THAT

or the last few years my husband and I have hosted between

stacks of high quality flavor-packed ingredients into bite-sized pack-

25 and 30 people at our home for Thanksgiving, and one of my

ages. The base of each bite is a cracker, which can be homemade

favorite parts of this tradition is the appetizers. Our Thanksgiving menu is mostly traditional. I try to mix it up a bit

(recipe follows) or store-bought. INGREDIENTS

each year, adding a new twist to the stuffing or the vegetable sides and

• 48 cheddar cheese flavored crackers

offering at least one non-traditional dessert… but, I find that most of our

• 1 cup mayonnaise mixed with 4 cloves of minced garlic

family and friends look forward to a day devoted to consuming as much comfort food as they can handle. Me too. I can’t imagine a Thanksgiving without turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and cranberry sauce. The appetizers, however, are a different story. I feel no tradi-

• 2 avocados, peeled and sliced into ¼ inch thick slices, each the length of the crackers. Sprinkle slices with salt. • 12 oz smoked salmon (I used Chipotle Lime Honey Smoked Salmon, but any brand that sounds good to you will work)

tional obligations to the pre-game plan. My only requirements for

• Chimichurri sauce

Thanksgiving appetizers are these:

• In a food processor, blend the following until combined: ½ cup

1. They must be finger food

each packed fresh Italian parsley and cilantro, ¼ cup each olive oil

2. They should be Thanksgiving-worthy delicious, but not too heavy

and red wine vinegar, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tsp crushed red pepper, ½ tsp

3. Most, if not all, preparation must be done in advance

ground cumin, ½ tsp salt

These Spanish Avocado Salmon Bites fit all three of my

ASSEMBLY:

Thanksgiving appetizer requirements. The crackers, garlic mayo and

Lay a cracker on a work surface or platter. Top with a dollop garlic

chimichurri sauce can be made up to three days in advance. After

mayo. Lay a slice or two of avocado over the garlic mayo. Top avo-

that it’s just about assembly, which can be done a few hours before

cado with ½ oz smoked salmon and drizzle with about 1 tsp chimich-

your guests arrive. Set the salmon bites out on small trays placed

urri sauce. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours.

around conversation areas so that guests can pick one up at their

Allow to come to room temperature before serving.

leisure and pop it in their mouth, no plate or fork required. Rebecca Blackwell is baker and blogger at OfBatterAndDough.com

HOMEMADE CHILI CHEDDAR CRACKERS

Ingredients SPANISH AVOCADO SALMON BITES

• 8 oz. (1½ cups) unbleached, all-purpose flour

These super simple appetizers are really just about assembling little

• 1 tsp granulated sugar

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• 1 tsp salt • 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper • 2 tsp ground ancho (or any flavor) powder • 8 oz. grated sharp cheddar (approximately 3½ cups of cheese) • 8 oz. (2 sticks or 1 cup) of butter, cut into cubes • 2 tsp cold water

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1. Add the flour, sugar, salt, black pepper and chili powder to the bowl of a food processor fitted with the chopping blade. Pulse a couple of times to combine all ingredients. 2. Add the cheese and pulse 2-3 times to combine. Add butter, all at once, and pulse until the mixture resembles bread crumbs. 3. Sprinkle the water over the mixture and pulse 2-3 times to incorporate. 4. Dump the dough - which will be loose and crumbly - into a large bowl or onto a clean work surface. Press dough together and knead with your hands to bring the dough together. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 1 day. 5. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. 6. Sprinkle some flour across a clean work surface. Remove dough from the refrigerator, unwrap and lay it on the work surface. Dust the top with additional flour. Roll the dough into a thin sheet, approximately ⅛ inch thick. (NOTE: You may have to let the dough soften on the counter for a few minutes so butter can soften before rolling out.) 7. Run a spatula underneath the dough

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HAVE SNOW? LET’S GO! SNOWMOBILING IN GRAND LAKE

ARTICLE FRED. W. WRIGHT JR.

As someone who has lived in Florida most of my adult life, I had forgotten the experience of snow and mountains. When a friend with a condominium in Grand Lake, Colo., invited me out for a visit one winter, I jumped at the chance. I had never been to the Rockies. The closest I had been to mountains were the Smokies, mere cousins of what stretches across Colorado, Montana and points northward. As I drove up from Denver westward, the Rockies greeted me in the distance. Since I had flown into Denver International and was driving a rental, the altitude also greeted me, first with Denver’s famed mile of height, then more thousands as I headed up U.S. 40, across Berthoud Pass, through Winter Park, Fraser and Granby.

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As I got closer and higher, the view was, quite literally, leaving me breathless. Grand Lake sits at 8,369 feet, right on the western edge of the Rocky Mountain National Park.

be rented to first-timers who are then allowed to solo. Other towns require visitors to wait until a group is formed and a guide is provided. But not here. The map detailed more than 85 miles of groomed trails, thanks to the Grand Lake Trail Groomers. Every year, the map said, they

My friends, already long acclimated, suggested I walk a little

plot out and mark the trails up and down Grand Lake and Grand County,

slower and breathe a little deeper. They also suggested I take

even up to the entrance of the closed Rocky Mountain National Park and

advantage of the November winter in Grand Lake and hit the road

out along Grand Lake, Shadow Mountain Lake and Lake Granby.

– on a rented snowmobile. After all, they noted in a brochure on the coffee table, Grand Lake promotes itself as “The Snowmobile capital of the Rockies.” Given the dull roar in the background, that seemed true. With a population of only around 500 permanent residents, everybody

And they maintain the trails, repairing weather and wear, from Nov. 16 to April 15 (the true snowmobiling season), weather permitting. It’s always weather permitting up here in the Rockies, I learned. I turned on the snowmobile, felt the vibration as it roared to life, and steered myself tentatively toward the exit out of town.

seemed to have a snowmobile or two. In fact, during the winter,

The first few yards were rough, with moguls and divots left by

snowmobiles are allowed on Grand Lake’s village streets. Grocery

snowmobiles that had gone ahead of me already this winter. Without

shopping and boutique browsing took on a new meaning.

really looking at the map, I motored out of town, up slight inclines

I called one of the local rental outfits. I was told I needed my own goggles and gloves, or I could buy them at the store. They would provide the thermal suit, motorcycle helmet, boots, a full tank of gas and a map. I had heavy winter gloves. I borrowed the goggles. The only other

and into the countryside. I was immediately alone. There were no other snowmobiles in sight, and when I paused from time to time and killed the engine to take in the scene, the silence was unbroken.

thing I needed was a valid driver’s license and a credit card. They

For the next hour and a half, I barely looked at the map. Instead,

added that I had to be over 21 and under 400 pounds. No problem

whenever I came to a fork in the road, I took the one most traveled.

on both counts.

Occasionally, another snowmobiler would come along and we would

When I got to the rental store, I confessed I had never ridden a snowmobile in my life. Easy, the clerk said. He showed me how to work the controls. He took me outside, put me on a machine, watched me start it and put it in gear, and handed me that promised map. “Have fun,” he said and started to walk back inside and out of the below-freezing temperatures. “All by myself?” I asked, somewhat unsure.

wave and nod as we passed. If the path was too narrow, one of us would pull to the side to allow the other to get by. Once, I pulled too far to the right and nosed into a snow bank. My machine didn’t have reverse and it took me 10 minutes of maneuvering, tugging and cursing to get my 400-plus-punned snowmobile unstuck. But I did, and with 30 minutes left on my timed ride – to be sure

“That’s what the map is for.”

I didn’t run out of gas – I headed home, the snowmobile vibrating

It turns out, I had stumbled upon the only town in the Colorado

with its low rumble, the air crisp and clean, my solo snowmobiling

Rockies, perhaps in all the Rockies, that allows snowmobiles to

ride exhilarating.

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GEAR GUIDE

Healthy Lifestyle

CHRISTY SPORTS' PICKS FOR THE BEST WINTER SPORTS GEAR

FOR HIM:

MEN’S MAMMUT STONEY GTX THERMO JACKET, $475

Features 2 layer Gore-Tex providing both windproof and waterproof

protection for the worst winter conditions. This jacket also features syn-

thetic insulation to keep you warm on the coldest of days. Multiple features include detachable powder skirt, detachable, helmet compatible hood, underarm ventilation and multiple pockets for all your gear. MEN’S MAMMUT CRUISE HS THERMO PANT, $250

Paired up with the Mammut Stoney jacket in the high visible color Sprout

this is an insulated, windproof, and waterproof pant with adjustable waist, belt loops and multiple pockets, including a leg pocket suitable for maps.

Men’s Mammut Stoney GTX Thermo Jacket, $475 Men’s Mammut Cruise HS Thermo Pant, $250

MEN’S ICEBREAKER OASIS HALF ZIP, $99.99

The Men's Oasis Long Sleeve Half Zip is the ultimate do-everything

base layer. Built from our soft, luxurious 200gm merino jersey fabric, Oasis keeps you warm in cool weather and breathes well as you heat up. And you can open the half zip for instant cooling on the fly. To ensure comfort on the move, the Oasis Long Sleeve Half Zip has offset shoulder

Men’s IceBreaker Oasis Half Zip, $99.99

seams, set-in sleeves and flatlock stitching throughout, plus a slightly longer bottom hem in back. It's a good thing merino resists odor so well, because you'll want to wear this shirt for every activity, day after day. MEN’S ICEBREAKER OASIS LEGLESS, $79.99

A versatile merino base layer bottom in a mid-calf design, the

Oasis Legless is designed for use with ski boots, mountain boots and other high-cuff winter footwear. The short-leg design eliminates painful bunching, and our lightweight 200gm, 100% merino fabric

Men’s IceBreaker Oasis Legless, $79.99

offers super-soft, next-to-skin comfort, incredible breathability and natural odor resistance. Flatlock seams prevent irritation during high-

intensity days outside.

MEN’S GIRO AXIS GOGGLE, $180

The Axis™ frameless design features an elegant new quick-change lens

system and clean, bold style. Four self-locating magnets assist in light-

ning-fast lens replacement and four snap pins keep the lens securely locked in place. The medium fit accommodates a wide range of face shapes while boasting an impressively wide EXV field of vie w. The Axis includes two of

Men’s Hestra Fall Line 3-Finger Short Freeride Gloves, $150

the best lenses in the business with premium VIVID lenses with Optics by ZEISS (one sun/ all-conditions lens and one Infrared storm/low-light lens). MEN’S HESTRA FALL LINE

3-FINGER SHORT FREERIDE GLOVES, $150

Made of supple cowhide aniline for added comfort and outseams for

increased comfort and superior pole grip.

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Men’s Giro Axis Goggle, $180

FOR HER: WOMAN’S HELLY HANSEN POWDER QUEEN INSULATED JACKET, $375

GEAR GUIDE

Woman’s Helly Hansen Powder Queen insulated Jacket, $375

This waterproof, windproof and breathable jacket is the perfect outerwear piece for snowmobiling. It has Primaloft

insulation and an H2FLOW system to regulate your temperature. It also includes a “LIFE POCKET” feature that

preserves your battery on electronics in cold environments. With the high visibility fluorescent color pops on the hood, this jacket will not just keep you warm but safe too!

Woman’s Helly Hansen Switch Pant, $225

WOMAN’S HELLY HANSEN SWITCH PANT, $225

Add a matching high visibility Neon Coral switch pant

to your outfit. This pant has HellyTech performance, 2 way stretch and 60grams of primaloft insulation. WOMAN’S KARI TRAA ROSE H/Z, $109.95

An icon of the Scandinavian winter, Kari Traa Rose

base layers provide maximum warmth and are perfect for

building up on cold days. The Rose Hood H/Z has a classy,

Woman’s Kari Traa Rose H/Z, $109.95

feminine design and is made from super fine, 100 percent

Merino wool with 4-way stretch. It is wonderfully soft on

the skin, breathable and naturally odor-resistant. Thinner

side panels under the arms and a half zip with a high collar increase breathability. A “must have” base layer.

Woman’s Kari Traa Rose Pant, $99.95

WOMAN’S KARI TRAA ROSE PANT, $99.95

An icon of the Scandinavian winter, Kari Traa Rose base layers provide maximum warmth and are perfect for building

up on cold days. The Rose Pant is tight fitting with a classy, feminine design and is made from super fine, 100 percent

Merino wool with 4-way stretch. It is wonderfully soft on the

skin, breathable and naturally odor-resistant. Thinner side

panels increase breathability and a strong elastic waistband keeps the pants snugly in place. A “must have” base layer. WOMAN’S SMITH I/OS GOGGLE, $200

The compact frame and smaller face fit of the Smith I/OS packs in as much performance as any large fitting goggle.

The interchangeable lens system makes switching lenses

Woman’s Swany Black Hawk Mittens, $150

easy, while 5X™ anti-fog technology keeps the goggle fog free. Technology is not sacrificed for the small fit you need, so your goggles are tuned for endless powder laps.

WOMAN’S SWANY BLACK HAWK MITTENS, $150

The new Swany Black adds the comfort with technology.

Aerodyne Construction enhances your grip with less stress points for improved comfort and durability.

Woman’s Smith I/OS Goggle, $200

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Giving Back

ARTICLE NOËL PHILLIPS

IFCS Gives Hope in Douglas County LARGE IN SCOPE BUT LARGELY UNKNOWN, INTEGRATED FAMILY COMMUNITY SERVICES LEADS THE WAY THROUGH A HAND-UP, NOT A HAND-OUT

HOW TO HELP: • Hold a Food or Donation Drive with your organization • Become a Corporate Partner or sponsor an event/enrichment program • Volunteer through your company’s Social Responsibility Program • Participate in your company’s matching funds program • Help engage youth and young professionals in service/philanthropy projects that benefit IFCS clients • Attend or participate in annual fundraising events – Nibbles and Sips Food and Beverage Tasting event (February) or Puttin’ for a Purpose Golf event (June) or Boo-athon Halloween Bowling (October) • Refer others that need their support or would like to offer resources

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ouglas County ranks in the top five wealthiest counties in the nation, having climbed up the financial ladder yearly, according

to a 2017 report from Headlight Data. But for the 25,000 individuals served annually by IFCS (Integrated Family Community Services), the rising level of affluence in the county only serves to intensify the already glaring gap between the wealthy and the needy. Todd McPherson, Development Director of IFCS, can identify. He grew up on the East Coast as the youngest of four kids. His mother died when he was four, and his father was disabled with a terminal illness, leaving the family to struggle to get by. “I grew-up in an affluent area,” he says, “and found it challenging to keep my low-income challenges a secret, [and] to live the life of my peers without being an outcast.” But, his background gave him the tools and first-hand experience to aid others in overcoming obstacles he faced, and led to his position as director for the past four and a half years with IFCS. Founded in 1964 by Maida Navis, IFCS provides a “hand-up,” not a “hand-out,” by giving motivation, incentive, and by provid-

ing services not available elsewhere in Arapahoe and Douglas Counties, such as emergency and victim assistance services, enrichment programs, financial counseling, moral support, and educational opportunities. “Our goal is to instill dignity, respect and self-worth into our client’s lives,” explains McPherson. “Many of our clients have gone on to be very stable community leaders that give back because they know that IFCS has made a difference in their lives. We have changed the course of their family’s trajectory and for generations to come.” As one of the largest social and human services agencies of its kind in the south metro Denver areas of Arapahoe and Douglas Counties, IFCS is able to aid families and individuals on a number of levels. From programs that provide teens and children with backpacks, supplies and clothing for school, to holiday food and gift baskets, Adopt-a-Senior programs, Mother’s Day baskets of food, pamper and skin care products, crime victim or disaster assistance, and even operating the largest food bank in South Metro Denver, IFCS strives to do whatever they can to improve family wellness, mentally and physically, and to give a leg-up to those struggling. But services like these depend on the generosity of others in order to continue to care for our community members. "We're largely unknown because we don't spend our dollars on marketing," says McPherson. Outside of grants and civic contributions, IFCS needs personal donations to continue to provide. We are consistently seeking partner-

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DENVER INTERNATIONAL WINE FESTIVAL

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Now in its 13th year, the Denver International Wine Festival, hosted by

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DECEMBER 1 - 10

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