Parker, CO November 2019

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NOVEMBER 2019

Grateful

KITCHEN MEMORIES

INSPIRING FRIENDS

THE HOLIDAY TABLE

Interior Delights has everything you need to get your home ready for the holidays!

November 5-8: STORE CLOSED for Holiday Setup November 8: 5pm Catered Private Shopping Night with food and drinks. Tickets available at interiordelights.net November 9: 10am-5pm Holiday Open House November 29: 4pm-8pm Hot Cocoa Bar-Kids Welcome Before and After Mayor’s Tree Lighting Event.

November 30: 10am-2pm Guest Artist-oersonalization on any of our ornaments December 14: Cookies & Cocoa during the Parker Downtown Parade December 24-January 1: CLOSED

At Interior Delights, we Love the Holidays and transform our shop into a Winter Wonderland for the last two months of the year! Although we will continue to carry our lighting and home decor, we specialize in beautiful garland, unique jingle bells, ornaments and everything you need to make your home stand out for Christmas. Join us for some incredibly fun events at the shop this winter. Stop in regularly as we bring in new decor weekly.

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

NOVEMBER 2019 PUBLISHERS

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

“I am grateful that my horizons were not narrowed at the outset.” —Jessye Norman AS NOVEMBER ROLLS AROUND, WE’RE EAGERLY AWAITING THE APPROACH OF THANKSGIVING, THE HOLIDAY SEASON AND TIME SPENT WITH OUR LOVED ONES.

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The winding down of the year always brings about a time of reflection for us—remem-

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bering everything we’ve done or accomplished in months past and thinking of the

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people, experiences and things we’ve been blessed with in the last year.

As we press pause on the hustle and bustle of life putting together a monthly magazine, we’re able to look back on the past year and think about what we are thankful for. Two years ago, if you had told us that we would be working together as a mother-daughter team, owning and growing two influential monthly publications in Douglas County, we

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probably would have laughed at you. But as we take a moment to choke back a tear or two

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and pinpoint what we are most grateful for two years into this incredible journey, we would

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list three overarching things: First, we are thankful to our family, parents and friends for not limiting our horizons and for always supporting our endeavors, however crazy they may sometimes seem in the beginning.

Second, we are thankful to our team. To Steven and Matthew, the founders of Lifestyle Publications, thank you for creating a model that allows us to bring good news to our

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readers and build our dream business right here in our own backyard. To the corporate

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team, thank you for your unwavering support on a daily basis, which is key to creating

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our beautiful local publications. And to Jennifer Starbuck, our fearless and driven edi-

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tor, we are forever grateful that you took this leap of faith with us—we truly could not do this without you.

And third, but most meaningfully, we are thankful to you, our readers and community partners and the stories you have shared with us that have made what we do possible.

We also take this chance to think of those less fortunate and encourage you to take the opportunity this giving season to donate to organizations or charities giving back locally.

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We hope that as you read this issue, you—like us—find inspiration in the lives and experiences of your neighbors and the connections that have been made.

Happy Thanksgiving, Parker!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2019

FEATURES 14 A Table Set for Thanksgiving Layer Elements to Create the Perfect Centerpiece for a Welcoming Holiday Table

24 Kitchen Memories The Laszlo Hotel Staff Reminisce about Thanksgiving Traditions and Today's Favorites

30 Shopping for a Cause Outlets at Castle Rock's 14th Annual Shopping Extravaganza

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34 In The Spirit of Giving The Toy Drive

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Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Flight to Luxury The 10th annual Flight to Luxury fundraiser was held Sept. 13 at the Centennial Airport to raise money for PIVOT, the Colorado nonprofit founded by John Elway, Larry Mueller and George Solich. Guests were feted with a fashion show, cuisine from top restaurants, a silent and live auction and live entertainment. PHOTOGRAPHY BY JENSEN SUTTA​

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AROUND TOWN

SECOR RIBBON-CUTTING SECORCares will host a ribbon-cutting on its new location 5-7 p.m., Nov. 4., at 17151 Pine Lane in Parker. This building was made possible by generous funding and support from The Solomon Foundation. This new facility will allow SECOR to better serve the growing number of families in our community who are affected by suburban poverty.

Through its partnerships and wrap-around services, SECOR strives to help people on the path to a self-sufficient life. SECORCares.com

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LIGHTING AT FOX HILL Join in the festivities at Fox Hill and watch the season come alive by lighting the traditional barn star that can be seen from near and far.

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the Chico Basin Ranch near Colorado Springs and Medano Zapata Ranch, next to the Great Sand Dunes National Park.

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STORYBOOK HOLIDAY Celebrate the holiday season with Douglas County Libraries. DCL’s Lone Tree location, 10055 Library Way, will transform into the magical wonderland of The Nutcracker and Clara’s sugar-plum dreams for two family-friendly events Dec. 7-8.

Festivities at both events include a visit with Santa, live ballet performances, music and entertainment, and make-and-take gift stations.

Tasty light bites and hot cocoa concoctions are also included.

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TREND SETTER

A TABLE SET FOR THANKSGIVING LAYER ELEMENTS TO CREATE THE PERFECT CENTERPIECE FOR A WELCOMING HOLIDAY TABLE

IT’S TIME FOR THANKSGIVING, ONE OF THE

beautiful fabric table runner or long tray, or combin-

BIGGEST EVENTS TO HAPPEN IN YOUR DINING

ing the two. Then start building from there.

ROOM ALL YEAR. With a little bit of planning and creativity, you can make a stunning table centerpiece worthy of the big day.

“Layering is key.”

Varying the height of items in your centerpiece creates visual interest, so Sarah suggests using tall

“When making a centerpiece for your holi-

candlesticks and holders interspersed between low

day entertaining, start with a theme,” says Sarah

greenery, artificial or natural foliage and baubles and

Fennell, who owns Interior Delights Home Luxuries

other seasonal décor.

and Gifts in Parker.

Sarah uses certain staples in her tablescapes all

“Are you going with rustic casual, elegant formal,

throughout the year, embellishing with different col-

or something in between? If your meal is formal, try

ored baubles and natural elements that fit the look

mixing in some shiny metals,” Sarah says.

of the particular season. She picks up certain neutral

“Since Thanksgiving is so close to Christmas you can find some beautiful, shiny ball-shaped Christmas ornaments to tuck into the greenery.”

If your meal is more on the country rustic side, turn to the bounty of the season.

décor items throughout the year to have on-hand.

“Taper candlesticks, glass candle holders, wooden bowls and trays are all versatile and can be used all year round. They can be used for every season.”

Sarah uses natural elements in her tablescapes

“Pumpkins, acorns, bittersweet and even some

whenever she can. Pine sprays can be used for both

rooted vegetables come in a variety of colors that

Thanksgiving and Christmas, weaving in bittersweet

add natural elements.”

or berries depending on the season.

Once you’ve decided on the theme for your centerpiece, start defining the space by choosing a

“And candles are a must, and our new moving-flame candles look realistic without the worry of fire.”

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1. A fabric table runner with a natural feel | 2. Simple wooden bread bowl | 3. Felted pumpkins | 4. Root vegetables

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TIP NO. 1 Decide on a theme for your holiday meal before creating your tablescape. Rustic casual, elegant formal or something in between? If formal, choose metallic bulbs to add some shine, and silver-flocked berry stems..

TIP NO. 2 Add a beautiful fabric table runner and layer with a shallow bread bowl or rattan basket to hold everything together. Varying heights of the different elements in your tablescape add interest—just make sure to not block conversation with towering foliage or candles.

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TIP NO. 3 Gather staples for your tablescapes throughout the year, such as taper candlesticks, glass candle holders, wooden bowls and trays. These versatile décor items can be easily used in any season by switching up foliage and other baubles in the colors of the particular season.

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Inspiring Friends PARKER RESIDENTS, ALREADY MAKING THEIR MARK, SHARE WHO HAS INSPIRED THEM ALONG THE WAY

ARTICLE JENNIFER STARBUCK PHOTOGRAPHY ROGER BALLARD PHOTOGRAPHY

IT WAS A SIMPLE QUESTION, POSED TO ONE PERSON ALREADY DOING INSPIRING WORK IN PARKER AND DOUGLAS COUNTY. Parker Lifestyle asked Dennis Gorton who inspires him.

Dennis is the chief operating officer of SECOR Cares, a faith-based nonprofit organization that operates a free food market and financial-education program in Parker. The mission of SECOR, which stands for South East Community Outreach, is to care for those faced with suburban poverty and help financially struggling families gain self-sufficiency.

Dennis says he is inspired by the talents and leadership of Doug Crozier, the founder and CEO of The Solomon Foundation, a church extension fund with global headquarters in Parker.

“He is a man of high moral character who cares about impacting communities and making them healthy—morally, spiritually, physically, mentally balanced—strong places for people to live and raise their families,” Dennis says. “His drive to help others has been an inspiration for me in my several years here in Parker.”

From Doug, we were introduced to Ed and Mary Lou Glass, longtime Parker residents who have made a difference in the Denver area, and nationally, through Ed’s work in management in the YMCA. In all, he served the YMCA for 51 years, in Denver, Littleton, Oklahoma City and as a national consultant.

“We recently celebrated our 68th wedding anniversary, so we too have seen many changes in Parker,” Mary Lou says. “We love Parker. We have met so many wonderful people during our time here.”

One of those people, Mary Lou says, is Genese Sweeney, an inspiration for volunteer service. Genese has spent the past 23 years volunteering with Parker Task Force, a food bank that serves people in Parker, Franktown and Elizabeth.

That one question for Dennis of SECOR started a chain reaction and could have continued, filling the pages of a tome. So our question to you, Parker, is who inspires you? And who are you inspiring? Let’s keep the chain going.

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NAME: Dennis Gorton BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION: SECOR Cares, SECORCares.com WHO INSPIRES YOU?

Doug Crozier

WHO ARE YOU? Dennis Gorton is the CEO of SECOR Cares, a faithbased nonprofit food market and financial-education program. He has lived in Parker with his wife for more than a decade, having spent more than 40 years in full-time church ministry as a pastor and church consultant. Dennis oversees and empowers the staff and volunteers that serve guests as family and encourages them to have hope for the future.

“One in nine families in Douglas County and Parker is struggling to survive financially not because of irresponsible behavior but because life happens—divorce, huge medical expenses, loss of jobs, unexpected disabilities, school loans, rising rents, childcare, low wages, etc., all contribute to suburban poverty,” Dennis says.

Dennis seeks to empower people to become the leaders of the future by providing opportunities for creativity in serving the needy in our community.

“Every time I have a conversation with a family who has seen a significant change in their circumstances and feels the seed of hope growing for the future in them, I know we are successful.”

Dennis says SECOR has created a culture that treats guests like family and gives them the opportunity to shop for groceries with a free market providing 85-90% of food for the family every two weeks.

SECOR also provides a personalized coaching process.

“Money saved on groceries allows families to pay utilities, rent and other expenses for a time as they move toward getting finances and life circumstances stabilized,” Dennis says.

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NAME: Doug Crozier BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION: The Solomon Foundation, TheSolomonFoundation.org WHO INSPIRES YOU?

Ed and Mary L ou Glass

WHO ARE YOU? “I am the founding CEO of The Solomon Foundation, which is a church extension fund. In less than nine years, Solomon has become the fifth largest CEF in the U.S., growing to almost $600 million in total assets. When my wife and I decided to start The Solomon Foundation, we lived in Southern California. The board of TSF allowed us to start TSF anywhere in the United States, and we chose the Denver area, specifically Parker.”

Doug credits his wife’s uncle and aunt, Ed and Mary Lou Glass of Parker, for influencing their decision to move to Parker. Ed spent more than 50 years in management and consulting for YMCA, and the Glasses made their home in Parker in retirement.

Doug credits the lower cost of living, compared to California, and his long-term relationship with Southeast Christian Church, which Solomon provided the funding for both phases of its development, in making Parker a good fit.

The Solomon Foundation partnered with Southeast Christian Church to create the $22 million The Solomon Centre, which houses The Solomon Foundation’s national headquarters, as well as Southeast Christian’s administrative offices among other facilities for the church.

“We also employ 35 at The Solomon Foundation and more than 150 work at The Solomon Centre,” Doug says.

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NAME: Ed and Mary Lou Glass BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION: YMCA, retired WHO INSPIRES YOU?

Genese Sweeney

WHO ARE YOU? Ed and Mary Lou Glass have lived in Parker for more than 20 years. They have three children, seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. They are involved in Parker United Methodist Church.

Ed and Mary Lou were high school sweethearts in Lincoln, Nebraska.

After graduation and two years at Nebraska Wesleyan University, Ed served in the Navy during the Korean War. After service, Ed completed his degree and began working for the YMCA in Lincoln. That turned into a career in management for the national organization. Ed took a position at the Denver and Littleton branches as director and then central branch director. He officially retired in 1993 but kept working as a consultant for the Y’s all over the United States.

“When we relocated to Parker, it was a small community,” Mary Lou says. “We have met so many wonderful people during our time here. We love the PACE Center, the new library and all the new restaurants. We pray every day to be able to continue our life here.”

NAME: Genese Sweeney BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION: Parker Task Force, ParkerTaskForce.org WHO INSPIRES YOU?

Nancy Gripman

WHO ARE YOU? Genese worked for IBM Corp. for 31 years, retiring in the mid-90s.

“We moved to Parker in 1984, when there were still hitching posts for horses in front of the Warhorse Restaurant,” Genese says. Her son, Dan, was in the first graduating class of Ponderosa High School in 1986.

Genese has volunteered for various organizations in Parker for more than 30 years—23 of those years at Parker Task Force.

Genese says she was inspired in 1987 when she heard Shirley Hansen of Praying Hands Ranches and Nancy Gripman, co-founder of Parker Task Force, speak from the pulpit of her church. She spent 10 years volunteering at Praying Hands, and in 1997, Genese began work at the Parker Task Force.

“Every single day of my volunteering at the Task Force has been heartwarming, meeting and interviewing the clients, and especially seeing so many folks getting back on their feet.”

Genese is a member of the Eden Gardeners Club, Parker Area Historical Society, Parker Breakfast Club and Parker United Methodist Church. Her husband, Ted, is a longtime member of the Parker Rotary Club.

Genese says her inspiration is Nancy Gripman, a friend and mentor who passed away in 2015. There is a statue of Nancy in O’Brien Park in Parker.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

KITCHEN MEMORIES

THE LASZLO HOTEL STAFF REMINISCE ABOUT THANKSGIVING TRADITIONS AND TODAY'S FAVORITES

THE LASZLO HOTEL OPENS IN PARKER NEXT MONTH, AND WITH IT ARRIVES A NEW HIGH STYLE. Think Casablanca elegance, says Candice Coleridge, director of restaurant operations.

The 51-room boutique hotel will feature three on-site chef-driven restaurants that include Martini’s on the Half Shell, a modern speakeasy that offers signature crafted cocktails. There’s nothing else like it

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in town, Candice says. Here, Candice; The Laszlo executive chef, Leah Eveleigh; and director of sales and marketing, Danielle Ozaluk share some of their Thanksgiving food memories and recipes.

CHEF LEAH I’m from the Philippines, and I’ve lived in Colorado for more than 20 years and am married to an American, so I’ve become accustomed to celebrating a traditional Thanksgiving but with a twist. We start off with lumpia, a Filipino egg roll. That’s a must. Then I set out a soup, such as the Bacon Butternut Squash Soup. Of course, we do roasted yams with marshmallows and green bean casserole, and we always do two kinds of turkey—roasted, and my husband’s, fried. And I always set out chicken and pork belly adobo—it’s the Filipino national dish.

CANDICE When I think of Thanksgiving, I can truly smell memories.

It’s a day in the year when you concentrate on those you love and those who love you; throw in some food and cocktails, and, well, it’s a blessed day! Oddly enough, my favorite dish for Thanksgiving is dessert crepes. Growing up, my dad only cooked crepes on my and my sister’s birthdays. Once we started having families of our own and bringing friends into the picture that may

From left, Danielle Ozaluk, Candice Coleridge and Leah Eveleigh

not have anyone to celebrate the holiday with, we had to revamp what Thanksgiving looked like. Thus, breakfast crepes. You can start the day together and go wherever you need to from there.

DANIELLE Raised in the South, we would spend days before the holiday prepping for our holiday meal displays. All fresh from our garden, slowcooked and loaded with lots of love. Preparing and cooking together is a tradition in our home—not just one person does all the work; we gather together and do it all together. I cook the same thing my grandmother cooked. She showed all of her kids and grandkids how to prepare the best meals, include everyone and cook with love.

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I cook the same thing my grandmother cooked. She showed all of her kids and grandkids how to prepare the best meals, include everyone and cook with love.

— Danielle Ozaluk, director of sales and marketing for The Laszlo Hotel

CORN SOUFFLÉ

BY DANIELLE OZALUK INGREDIENTS + 1 1/2 cup creamed corn (See recipe for creamed corn below.) + 1 1/2 cups kernel corn + 1 package Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix + 1 cup sour cream + 1/2 cup Kerrygold butter, melted + 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 350 F. In large bowl, stir kernel corn, creamed corn, sour cream and melted butter together. Pour into greased casserole dish. Bake for 45 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from oven and top with cheddar. Return to oven for 5-10 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Let stand for at least 5 minutes and serve warm.

CREAMED CORN INGREDIENTS + 8 ears of corn, shucked and cut, set 1 1/2 cups aside + 2 tablespoons flour + 1 tablespoon sugar + Salt and pepper to taste

CREAMED CORN INSTRUCTIONS Shuck ears of corn, set aside 1 1/2 cups of kernel corn for souffle recipe. Take remaining corn and juice from cob and add to skillet at medium temp with 1 to1 1/2 cup of water, let simmer to cook corn. You may need to add a little water as you go to make sure the corn softens. Add 1 tablespoon flour and mix well, adding a little water if needed.

Then add 1 tablespoon sugar, dash of salt and pepper to taste, and let simmer on low for 10-15 minutes. Use in corn souffle recipe.

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BY CANDICE COLERIDGE MAKES 30 5-INCH OR 25 6-INCH CREPES INGREDIENTS FOR THE BATTER + 4 eggs + 1 cup light cream + 1 cup club soda + 3 tablespoons melted butter + 1/2 teaspoon salt + 1 tablespoon sugar + 1 cup unsifted all-purpose flour + 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract or citrus rind + Clarified butter for cooking crepes

INSTRUCTIONS In a blender, combine eggs and cream and mix for a few seconds. Add soda, butter, salt, sugar and flour. Blend until very smooth. Scrape down sides of blender. Mix again for a few seconds until smooth. Let stand 1 hour, covered. Add flavorings just before cooking and stir well. Brush crepe pan with a little clarified butter and heat.

To test for proper temperature, drop a bit of batter into the pan. If it browns quickly the pan is hot enough. Pour 2 to 3 tablespoons of batter into pan and tilt so that the batter covers the bottom evenly. This should be just a thin film. Pour off excess. Brown lightly on one side, turn with a spatula and brown on the other side.

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BACON BUT TERNUT SQUASH SOUP

BY LEAH EVELEIGH 8-10 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS + 2 medium butternut squash + 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped + 2 tablespoons bacon fat + 4 cups water or chicken stock + 1 cup coconut cream + 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger + 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes + 1 teaspoon ground turmeric + 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon + 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin + Salt and black pepper to taste + 1/2 cup chevre goat cheese, garnish + 1 cup toasted pumpkin seeds, garnish + 1/2 pound cooked bacon chopped, garnish

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 400 F. Cut the squash in half lengthwise and seed. Place on a baking sheet skin side up, season with salt and pepper, drizzle with olive oil and bake for 60 minutes or until squash is tender and soft. Set aside and let cool. Peel the skin and cut into chunks and set aside.

2. Heat a large heavy pot, sweat the onion with the bacon fat in moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.

3. Add the squash chunks to the pot, cover with the lid and cook for 10 minutes.

4. Add the chicken stock, coconut cream, fresh ginger, chili flakes, turmeric, cinnamon and cumin and bring to a boil.

Reduce the heat and simmer until the squash is tender, 25 minutes. Season to taste. Let cool.

5. Using a blender, puree the squash in batches.

6. Garnish with chevre goat cheese, bacon and toasted pumpkin seeds.

7. Serve with a toasted baguette. Enjoy!

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GIVING BACK

SHOPPING FOR A CAUSE

OUTLETS AT CASTLE ROCK'S 14TH ANNUAL SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA

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COME FOR THE GOODS; STAY FOR THE GIVING-BACK EXPERIENCE. That’s not the official motto of Outlets at Castle Rock, but that’s pretty close to what the shopping center strives for, says Jen Simpson, marketing director.

The Outlets hosts several events throughout the year, including this year’s 14th Annual Shopping Extravaganza, which raises money for various local charities.

“We work hard to become an integral part of the community and provide a gathering hotspot with free entertainment and family-friendly events throughout the year,” Jen says. “In addition, the 30-person team at Outlets at Castle Rock comes from local neighborhoods, and we all have causes close to our hearts, so giving back to the community where we live and work has always been top of mind and important for us.”

The Outlets typically raises about $100,000 in combined cash and in-kind donations for local charities throughout the year, Jen says. The Outlets also tries to find opportunities to share the property’s space with local non-profits. For instance, she says, this year the Outlets hosted a Make-a-Wish recipient with a shopping spree. And the Outlets hosts several events throughout the year that bring attention to what some nonprofits are doing in the community.

Jen says the Outlets at Castle Rock and their partner shopping centers strive to become a year-round resource for existing charity partners by spreading the word about their fundraising events through the center’s digital channels.

“For me, it’s one of the most meaningful parts of working at Outlets at Castle Rock—being empowered to give back to others through fun community events,” Jen says. “To hear the stories of how the money we raised has benefitted an organization or provided for a family in need, I just can’t help but be excited to have the opportunity to add some good into the world around us.”

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held at the Parker Recreation Center.

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of Douglas County, Lifeline and

will explore a neighborhood recon-

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refreshments and tours of our new

genealogical research. It is hosted by

10795 Victorian Drive, Parker

facility. Attendees are encouraged

the Castle Rock Colorado Genealogical

Mayor's Holiday Lighting presented

to bring a canned good donation to

Society.

genealogist

by Xfinity and Ent Credit kicks off

help stock our market.

Kirk Patton will discuss his ongoing

the holiday season. Join the town of

effort to plat original land grants in a

Parker and gather around the mayor

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neighborhood settled in the late 1700s

while caroling along to "Silent Night"

in Kentucky.

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PARTING THOUGHTS

In The Spirit of Giving

THE TOY DRIVE ARTICLE SERENA MONTOYA PHOTOGRAPHY ROGER BALLARD PHOTOGRAPHY FARMERS INSURANCE AGENT KIP QUINN OF PARKER SAYS HE CAN’T WAIT TO PLAY SAINT NICK WHEN HE ARRIVES AT THE RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE IN AURORA CARRYING A BOX OF TOYS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON. And he needs lots of help from the elves—that’s anyone who can drop off a toy until the first week of December.

“We want to create a culture of giving and charity,” Kip says.

This is the second year Kip has hosted a holiday toy drive, and his goal is to gather more toys than last year.

“We had a couple dozen toys last year. Maybe that increases to 100 toys this year. We’d like to do something a little bit bigger and be a little bit more of a presence," Kip says.

Drop off new, unwrapped toys at Kip Quinn’s Farmers Insurance Agency, 10259 S. Parker Road, Suite 100, Parker.

For questions, call his office at 303.800.9107.

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