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LIFESTYLE LETTER

DECEMBER 2019 PUBLISHER

Greg Griffin | greg.griffin@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

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Season's Greetings!

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I HOPE YOU ENJOYED YOUR PREMIERE ISSUE OF DOWNTOWN DENVER

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LIFESTYLE LAST MONTH. While we have been publishing Lifestyle magazines

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across numerous communities in Colorado for the past several years, we are thrilled to introduce our latest edition to our new friends throughout Downtown Denver and its vibrant surrounding neighborhoods.

As you browse the pages of your December edition, you will see why so many people

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love the holiday season in Colorado and long to call Denver home. When I set out to launch Downtown Denver Lifestyle, I had a vision of this Illumination issue, and I encourage all of you to bundle up with family and friends and go out to see these traditional landmarks that are lit up so festively this time of the year.

Before creating your holiday wish list, you must first visit the amazing local merchants, professionals and establishments that contribute so much to our community and that we proudly showcase in this publication every month.

From our family to yours, the team at Downtown Denver Lifestyle wishes you the

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most wonderful and joyous holiday season!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE DECEMBER 2019

FEATURES 12 Start 2020 off Right Tips on How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions

14 Add a Punch to Your Holiday Gathering Pineapple Julep Punch

16 Gift-Giving Guide The Ultimate Local Product Gift Guide

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24 Denver Lights Up Lighting Ceremonies Around the Mile High City

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

10

Around Town

12

City Scene

14

Culinary Creations

28 Water & Woods 32 Lifestyle Calendar 33 Realty Report 34 Financial Buzz

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We Don't Waste: Fill a Plate for Hunger We Don’t Waste celebrated its 10th anniversary with its Fill a Plate for Hunger event. The event was presented by longtime supporter, CoBank. The theme, "mobilizing against hunger,” both looked back at We Don’t Waste’s affect in our community through the last 10 years and looked forward to new initiatives and efforts to end hunger and food waste.

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1. Alan Preblud, Michael Richards, Board President; Karen & Tim Quast; Laura & Scott Richards; Shelly Karp | 2. Tom Halverson, CoBank CEO; Elaine Holoboff, Board Secretary; Alan Prebud, Founder & Exec Dir.; Christie Vilsack | 3. Dacid MacLeod & Kasia Iwaniczko MacLeod | 4. Arlan Prebud; Leigh Sinclair; Paul Pazen; Tammy Bellofatto-Bowman; Mark Bowman | 5. Reza & Jessica Alizadeh; Kasia Iwaniczko MacLeod, David MacLeod; Matt Keeney; John Byers; Becky Grupe; Radhika Mahanty; Nina & Greg Moore | 6. Tammy Bellofatto-Bowman; Sabrina Mitchell Zunker Amy McComas Thomas Amy Thomas Lisa Smith Thy Nguyen Lesley Millhouser Amy Fabian Jen Clanahan VirginiaCahenzli | 7. Peter Eklund; Josephine Sinclair, Page Sepic; Abby Kipling, Bill Sinclair 8

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NINA NGUYEN DESIGNS LET IT SNOW LIMITED PROMOTION In celebration of the Grand Opening of Nina’s new showroom at the Oxford Hotel, she is running a fabulously fun promotion where if it snows 3” or more on News Year Day (as measured at DIA) any jewelry purchased during the promotional period will be FULLY REFUNDED. Schedule a showing at 720-459-7664 or by emailing: cs@nina-nguyen.com

SANTA’S WORKSHOP COMING TO DAIRY BLOCK THIS DECEMBER Kris Kringle will be spreading holiday cheer and posing for free family photos at Santa’s Dairy Block

Join us for our

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featuring

Workshop on Saturday, Dec. 7, 14 and 21.

Take adorable pictures with Santa and meet his reindeer while also enjoying live entertainment by elves and carolers, complimentary candy canes and more.

Free and open to all ages, Santa’s Dairy Block Workshop will be open 12-4 p.m. on each of the three Saturdays. Santa’s Dairy Block Workshop will take place inside a space off of the Alley at Dairy Block. DairyBlock.com

CLIMBING THE MOUNTAINS OF COLORADO: A HISTORY The Colorado mountains have long drawn people to them. From the early days of the Ute and Arapaho to the explorers and surveyors, from the miners and early mountaineers to the rock climbers and peak

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baggers, these glorious mountains have tempted many. Featuring artifacts and photographs from the collections of the American Mountaineering Museum and Western History and Genealogy, this exhibit traces the history of climbing in Colorado from its earliest inhabitants to present-day. The exhibit begins Dec. 19 at the Denver Central Library. DenverLibrary.org

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CITY SCENE

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N E W Y E A R ’ S R E S O L U T I O N S F O R 2 0 2 0

TRY SOMETHING NEW /LOSE WEIGHT

/LEARN A new LANGUAGE

/LEARN TO COOK

“I recommend starting a food journal

It takes time to learn a new language,

“Learning to cook doesn’t have to be

because it’s difficult to be honest about

so be patient and consistent. Start by set-

intimidating. I recommend finding a cou-

what you’re feeding your body without

ting tangible goals, like learning 40 words

ple dishes you want to master and build

tracking everything that enters it,” sug-

a month. Focus on learning the most

from that. They don’t have to be difficult

gests weight-loss expert and personal

used words first, and practice speaking

or time-consuming, but it’s important

trainer Kim Merkel. “To begin your jour-

your new language every day. Meet with

you like them,” says Katy Foster, owner of

nal, note the time of day, what’s entering

a language partner or conversation club

Stir Cooking School in Denver. Another

your mouth (food, beverages, gum, etc.)

to enhance your vocabulary. Talking with

tip—take a beginner cooking class to

and the approximate amount. After 20

native speakers and practicing every

help you learn the basics.

minutes, add a note about how you feel

day will help you reach your language

(Are you nauseous, drowsy, energized,

goals! Free resources are available at

etc.?). This will help you determine what

your local library.

foods aren’t fueling you and hopefully motivate you to make further changes.”

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CULINARY CREATIONS

ADD A PUNCH TO YOUR HOLIDAY GATHERING LOOKING TO JAZZ UP YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY THIS YEAR? Serve up this Pineapple Julep punch that is sure to delight! This refreshing cocktail is a hit at Run for the Roses, an underground cocktail bar at Denver’s Dairy Block. Make this punch before your party and watch your guests enjoy this drink all night long!

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ARTICLE RICHA MITCHELL PHOTOGRAPHY ELLE PHOTOGRAPHY

PINEAPPLE JULEP PUNCH INGREDIENTS + 3 ounces orange juice + 6 ounces pineapple juice + 3 ounces Bols Genever + 5 ounces Giffard Framboise + 5 ounces Hendrick’s + 1 bottle Lucien Albrecht Sparkling Rosé

INSTRUCTIONS Add all ingredients into a large punch bowl. Top with ice. Garnish with dehydrated or fresh pineapples.

Enjoy!

Recipe provided by Run for the Roses, 1801 Blake St., Suite 10, Denver.

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ARTICLE RICHA MITCHELL | PHOTOGRAPHY ELLE PHOTOGRAPHY

G I F T G I V I N G G U I D E THE ULTIMATE LOCAL PRODUCT GIFT GUIDE

IT IS ESTIMATED THAT CONSUMERS WILL SPEND AROUND $730 BILLION DOLLARS DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON THIS YEAR. The trend of shopping local has been on the rise, and consumers are looking at shops close to home for gifts this year. Downtown Denver is home to some of the hippest shops featuring local goods perfect for gift-giving this holiday season! Whether you are looking for that special someone, your family or your boss, there are many local treasures to be found in the city. Here are some gift ideas sure to please anyone on your list.

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G I F T S

F O R

Store: HEYDAY, 1825 Blake St. Suite 110, Denver 1. Wanakome Hoodie, $90-plus

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2. Women Heart Tri-Color Turtleneck, $77 3. La Lavon Leopard Bow Blouse, $39 2

4. Sankalpa Naked Gem Intention Setting Necklace, $45-plus 5. Ragdoll No. 8400 Perfume Oil, $69

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G I F T S

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Men

Store: Berkeley Supply, 1855 Blake St., Suite 170, Denver 1. Taylor Stitch, The Maritime Shirt in Heather Ash, $188

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2. Taylor Stitch, The Slim Jean in Organic Selvage, $148 3. James Brand, Folsom Knife, $100 4. Fellow Barber Strong Pomade, $22

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G I F T S

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F O R

Kids

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Store: Fetch, 1855 Blake St., Suite 100, Denver 1. Kompass Apparel Onesies, $25 2. Mountain Cub Mila Dress in Plaid, $55

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3. Bokk Baby Onesies, $38 4. Zeel Living Stuffed Animals, $24.95 5. Wanderwild Explorer Backpacks, $48

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6. Wanderwild Lunchboxes, $28

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G I F T S

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F O R

Pets

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1. Downtown Denver Dog Vacation, Starting at $209 Maven Hotel

2. Bath and Brush Grooming, Price Varies, LilysBathAndBiscuits.com

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3. Memory Foam Brown Dog Bed, $70, PetCo.com 5

4. Bond & Co. Kitty and Crossbones Hooded Cat Harness and Leash Set, $20, PetCo.com 5. Triumph Dog Turkey, Pea and Berry Grain-Free Jerky, $13, Amazon.com

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ARTICLE RICHA MITCHELL

DENVER LIGHTS UP LIGHTING CEREMONIES AROUND THE MILE HIGH CITY

THERE’S A SPECIAL FEELING IN THE AIR IN DOWNTOWN DENVER DURING THE HOLIDAYS! Thousands of twinkling lights adorn the city streets during the most wonderful time of the year. There are many local streets and buildings lit up during the month of December, with lighting ceremony traditions that date back to the early 1900s. Take a tour of Downtown Denver in December and visit some of these beautifully lit city landmarks sure Zoo Lights

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to get you in the holiday spirit!

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must-try Grab a bite of local cuisine at one of the many bars or restaurants located at the station.

Whether you are in the mood for high-end cuisine or delicious comfort food, there are dining options to satisfy any palette!

DENVER UNION STATION GRAND ILLUMINATION There is no local historic landmark as iconic as Union Station in Downtown Denver. The station opened in 1881 and continues to serve the transportation needs of locals today.

Stop by the station to see a 40-foot tall tree featuring more than 7,000 holiday lights.

The building is also decked out with twinkling lights.

Union Station Union Station

Denver City and County Building

must-try Take in the view from Civic Center Park! You can see the entire scope of lights from the park.

DENVER’S LANDMARK BUILDINGS No tradition is more dear to Denver locals than the lighting of the City and County Building. This tradition dates back to 1922 and continues to impress with a dazzling light show. The building is decorated until the end of December.

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DENVER LIGHTS UP

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ZOO LIGHTS AT DENVER ZOO The Denver Zoo is one of the most exciting venues to visit in the city. There is no better time to visit with the animals than during Zoo Lights, a celebration of the holiday that will take your breath away! The 80-acre zoological garden is transformed into a winter wonderland with more than two million LED lights illuminating the site! Visitors can enjoy a ride on the carousel or a train ride around the zoo to catch all the sparkly decorations. Tickets are available at DenverZoo.org.

BLOSSOMS OF LIGHT The Denver Botanic Gardens come to life at night with Blossoms of Light, a dazzling winter wonderland that takes over the garden. Visitors will feel immersed in the 360-degree light experience that transports you to the North Pole. Take in the beauty of the gardens while you are there! Blossoms of Light has been around for more than three decades and continues to excite Front Range families. Tickets are available at BotanicGardens.org.

Zoo Lights

Blossoms of Lights

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fun fact At 330 feet, the tower was once the tallest building in Denver and one of the tallest buildings in the nation.

MAY DANIELS AND FISHER TOWER The 16th Street Mall serves as the background for the lighting of the May D and F Tower. Atop the tower sits a clock that is part of Denver’s skyline. This historic building opened in 1911 and features a holiday-themed lit clock that can be seen from Daniels and Fisher Clock Tower

afar. The streets of 16th Street Mall are also lined with more than 100,000 LED lights.

16th Street Mall

Denver Parade of Lights

DENVER PARADE OF LIGHTS No matter what the weather, the 44th Annual Nine News Denver Parade of Lights is one you won’t want to miss! Downtown Denver serves as the setting for this spectacular two-mile parade featuring holiday-themed floats, lively marching bands and a special appearance by Santa himself! This holiday extravaganza is free to the public and will be taking place on Dec. 6 and 7.

Visit DowntownDenver.com/9NewsParadeofLights for more info.

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WATER & WOODS

WINTER \IN BLOOM BRIGHTEN UP YOUR AESTHETIC THIS SEASON WITH THIS BEAUTIFUL FLORAL ARRANGEMENT FROM KRISTEN CAISSIE, CREATIVE DIRECTOR AND FOUNDER OF MOON CANYON DESIGN CO.

PHOTOGRAPHY NICKI SEBASTIAN FOR JENNI KAYNE

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KRISTEN CAISSIE, CREATIVE DIRECTOR AND FOUNDER OF MOON CANYON DESIGN CO., created this beautiful flower arrangement as part of Jenni Kayne’s floral encyclopedia. This lush arrangement is comprised of early spring blooms arranged in a ceramic vase. The wabi-sabi aesthetic of the handmade vessel adds to the arrangement’s playful proportions. Earthy yellows, rich greens, and a touch of blue tell a color story that’s unexpected, yet warm and welcoming. Perfectly undone early spring blooms (Kristen’s favorite to design with) emphasize the meeting place of winter and spring.

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TWEEDIA LADY SLIPPER Characterized by the slippershaped pouch (or labellum) that sits between the petals, these orchids range in color from white and yellow to a deep pink and purple. The lady slipper might take four to sixteen years to produce a bloom, but it’s worth the wait— in comparison to other, more temperamental orchids, this type can be considered fairly low-maintenance.

RANUNCULUS Also known as the buttercup, these spring bloomers are coveted for their delicate layers of petals, resembling ruffled tissue or crepe.

In a wide range of vivid shades, ranunculus can bloom from late winter to early summer.

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NARCISSUS Daffodils are instantly recognizable by their six petals surrounding a trumpet-like corona, most often in variances of white, yellow, or both. The ubiquity of the daffodil dates back to ancient times, both medicinally and botanically. They have been said to get their name because the image of languid daffodils along a stream evoke the image of Narcissus gazing into his reflection.

This delicate perennial is coveted for its light fragrance and pale blue star-shaped petals. Found commonly in vines and trellises, tweedias are prime for an arrangement as they cut well and last long.

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DECEMBER

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session with one of The Edge’s res-

hottest hot spots and the coldest,

ident tigers and learn from animal

stormiest and most spectacular

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care experts about what they do

sights in the solar system await curi-

every day to ensure that these cats

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This annual event brings authentic German and European holiday traditions to Denver! Guests can find delicious cuisine, festive German drinks, handmade jewelry, toys, clothing, gifts and much

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SCAVENGER HUNT ADVENTURE

MARINE BIOLOGIST FOR A DAY

Colorado State Capitol

Denver Aquarium

Enjoy Downtown Denver with this

inside the festival tent every evening,

See if you have what it takes to

fun Scavenger Hunt adventure as you

and dancing is highly encouraged!

become a Marine Biologist! Spend

compete against other teams for the

a day behind the scenes where

best score. Combine the excitement

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all the scientific action happens.

of the Amazing Race with a two-

Experience close encounters with

three-hour city exploration. Guided

DOWNTOWN DENVER FOOD TOUR

exotic species from the deep sea

from any smart phone, teams make

to shallow reef and everywhere in

their way among well-known and

Tour begins at Marco's

between. Program includes guided

overlooked gems of the city, solving

Coal Fired Pizzeria

tour, dive show, squid dissection,

clues and completing challenges

Explore the city's best dining and

animal feedings and more! Pre-

while learning local history.

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Santa and his friends transform

Speer Boulevard as well as the

Chatfield Farms into a magical village!

DPAC entrance at the intersection

Hop on the hayride to catch a short

of 14th and Curtis streets. All of the

movie at Santa’s Cinema or walk

events are free.

run by award-winning chefs. Your local guide will share stories about Denver's rich history along the way.

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under the magical light displays. Stop at Elf Boulevard to drop off your letters to Santa. Let the kids play in a real elf house and see the elves hard at work.

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ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

1800 Little Raven Street

$2,995,000

$2,540,000

85%

107

3

4

1499 Blake Street #7M

$1,550,000

$1,425,000

92%

32

2

2

891 14th Street #3510

$1,289,000

$1,280,000

99%

0

3

3

1750 Wewatta Street #901

$1,098,000

$1,060,000

97%

New Const

3

2

1750 Wewatta Street #1209

$860,000

$860,000

100%

New Const

2

3

891 14th Street #2517

$650,000

$653,000

100%

13

1

1

1435 Wazee Street #502

$635,000

$635,000

100%

8

2

2

1440 Little Raven Street #404

$625,000

$606,950

97%

20

2

2

2960 Inca Street #105

$569,900

$565,000

99%

33

2

3

1625 Larimer Street #1105

$589,900

$550,000

93%

159

2

2

1625 Larimer Street #3005

$550,000

$547,500

99%

31

2

2

1610 Little Raven #515

$559,000

$535,000

96%

22

1

2

1700 Bassett Street #1406

$519,000

$519,000

100%

26

1

1

1551 Larimer Street #1005

$525,000

$518,000

99%

13

2

2

891 14th Street #2807

$495,000

$486,000

98%

133

1

1

891 14th Street #3712

$495,000

$470,000

95%

143

1

1

2001 Lincoln Street #1512

$467,000

$465,000

99%

136

1

2

1700 Bassett Street #910

$449,900

$440,000

98%

1

1

1

1700 Bassett Street #305

$415,000

$405,000

98%

59

1

1

1800 15th Street #107

$329,000

$327,000

99%

15

1

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FINANCIAL BUZZ

Keep Your Holiday Spending 2 in Check

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Make a complete gift list and set a “no more than” monetary amount to each person. Spend time carefully thinking about this so unexpected surprises

don’t throw you off track.

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Determine a budget for holiday spending and stick to that number. Review receipts and bills from last year to establish a reasonable budget.

Shop early and sign up for store email alerts and coupons. Also, use your phone to price check. Most stores will price match if you find an item at a

lower price somewhere else.

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phone. Account for every dollar spent. Bring your spreadsheet along

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If Possible, try to use cash for your shopping. Put aside the total amount of cash needed for your gifts in an envelope and only use that cash on

with your gift list when you go out shop-

your holiday gifts. Once the money is gone,

ping. Tracking your spending is the key to

your holiday spending is done.

sticking to your budget.

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