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Dogs and Brews, no Back-to-School Blues

AUGUST 2017 PUBLISHER

Brendan Harrington | Brendan.Harrington@LifestylePubs.com

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ugust in Colorado is a funny thing. It’s dead in the middle of summer (summer doesn't end till September 22), yet we find ourselves getting the kids back to school and refocusing on work obligations that in other parts of the country are left to the post-Labor-Day realm.

Time to hit "pause" on summer (or should I say, ahem, paws).

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Felicia Meyer | Felicia.Meyer@LifestylePubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Let’s savor these “dog days of summer.” Let’s grab a beer - a really tasty, local beer - and spend quality time with our fur-ever friends. Heck, we can even combine the two!

Our annual "Dogs & Brews" issue offers where to grab a beer in and around Parker (“Summer Beer Love,” p. 17), which coincidentally all have dog-friendly patios. Join us at a truly local hangout in Parker (“Where the Locals Eat,” p.22). Enjoy tips from a pro on how to get the best shots of your gorgeous pets using your iPhone (“Your Photogenic Pet,” p.34). And bask in the glow of the great design of Davis Weekley Homes at Inspiration (“Step Into the Light,” p.12).

We hope you enjoy reading this issue as much as we enjoyed making it! Whatever August holds for you, may it include lots of sun, fun and puppy love.

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Open House

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Locals Only

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Animal Kingdom

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Lifestyle Calendar

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Parting Thoughts

12 Step Into the Light

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17 Where to Grab a Beer

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AROUND TOWN

DENVER PARADE OF HOMES ANNOUNCES 2017 LINE-UP OF PARTICIPATING BUILDERS AND DEVELOPERS

most sought after homes and communities by incredible local builders and developers.”

Attendees will enjoy the ‘wow factor’ they look forward to see-

The Parade of Homes, the hallmark event hosted by the Home

ing at the ‘Dream Homes,’ while they also have an opportunity

Builders Association of Metro Denver (HBA), returns this sum-

to see great new homes, in a variety of prices and styles, from

mer for its 32nd year. Today, the HBA is excited to announce the

established neighborhoods to new communities. Showcased

line-up of Denver area home builders and developers participat-

properties will be found throughout Metro Denver from Windsor

ing in the 2017 Denver Parade of Homes.

to Castle Rock and Arvada to Aurora, and Winter Park.

The home builders and developers joining the 2017 Parade

“As a home showcase summer tradition, the Parade is a must-go-to

include Avion at Denver Connection, Brookfield Residential,

local home show and design houses tour,” said Karna Pryor, 2017 chair of

CalAtlantic Homes, Cardel Homes, Century Communities, D.R.

the Parade of Homes and marketing manager for TRI Pointe Homes. Mark

Horton, David Weekley Homes, Dream Finders Homes, KB Home,

your calendars now. This is one of the most anticipated events in greater

Koelbel Homes, Lennar, Meritage Homes, Oakwood Homes,

Denver with more than 100,000 visitors expected to attend this year.”

Shea Homes, Taylor Morrison Homes, Thrive Home Builders,

The 2017 Denver Parade of Homes will be free and open to the

Toll Brothers, TRI Pointe Homes, Whispering Pines, William Lyon

public from Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017 through Labor Day (Monday,

& Wonderland Homes.

Sept. 4, 2017). During this time, the Parade will be held on

“We are thrilled to have so many of our members participating in this year’s Parade,” said Jeffrey Whiton, CEO of the HBA. ” The 2017 Parade will give the public a chance to see some of Denver’s 10

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DUMB FRIENDS LEAGUE IS "BUILDING A BETTER WAY HOME" In order to change the lives of more homeless pets today and for decades to come, the Dumb Friends League is embarking on a major renovation and construction project at its Quebec Street Shelter in Denver. The “Building a Better Way Home” project will upgrade the oldest and most heavily used areas of the facility while expanding and enhancing other critical parts of the shelter. “ Together with our compassionate community, we have created a demand for an elevated level of care for homeless pets,” said Bob Rohde, president and CEO of the Dumb Friends League.

“With the renovation of the Quebec Street Shelter, we will meet those expectations, and over the next 10 years, the new state-ofthe-art shelter will enable us to make a life-changing difference for an additional 60,000 homeless pets.”

When the Quebec Street Shelter was completed in 1974, it was a state-of-the-art facility that set the standard for what an animal shelter could be. Since then, the building has undergone multiple additions, remodels and updates in order to better serve animals in the Dumb Friends League’s care. While those renovations have proven valuable, time has caught up with the Quebec Street Shelter. Today, key portions of the 43-year-old building no longer fulfill the needs of today’s animals or the Dumb Friends League’s commitment to providing the best possible care to homeless pets in the future.

Some highlights of the three-year, $40 million renovation project include major renovations to the Veterinary Services department, which is currently too small to meet our animal’s needs.

The new, larger, state-of-the-art medical area will nearly double the shelter’s capacity to perform surgical procedures, reducing the time that pets are in the shelter. The project also includes construction of a new dog adoptions and transition area that will

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The new space will allow more pets that are fearful, shy or have other behavior challenges to be enrolled in the League’s behavior programs so they have greater opportunities to find new homes.

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Open House

STEP INTO THE

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ong before anyone actually moves into a David Weekley home, the team at David Weekley works to anticipate how the home will

be used — the ways in which the family will move around the home, the potential purposes of different rooms, and how the home will continue to grow to meet the changing needs of the people who live in it.

How do they do this? When designing a home, David Weekley Homes keeps in mind their four main components of LifeDesign: sight lines, traffic patterns, room placement, and windows and light. spaces seem larger without actually increasing square footage.

Instead of fretting about how a design looks on paper, designers at David Weekley Homes try to anticipate how people will actually move around the home, what their traffic patterns will be like. They use rooms as transition spaces instead of hallways to make spaces feel larger and more open while at the same time ensuring that traffic patterns won’t interfere with the purpose of the space. Rooms are placed in areas that allow for smooth transitions while also keeping in mind the importance of having some spaces in which to congregate and some in which to retreat. And last but certainly not least, David Weekley Homes recognizes the importance of natural light and thinks carefully about window placement — both how the windows will help light the home and how views can make the exterior environment part of the interior environment, enlivening the space.

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ARTICLE MEG SIMON | PHOTOGRAPHY KENDRICK HOWARD

By keeping the importance of sight lines in mind, designers can make

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The company’s purpose, “Building Dreams, Enhancing Lives,” is embedded in everything David Weekley Homes strives for, from the different elements they consider when designing a home to the creative ways the company consistently finds to give back to their communities. Over the past 20 years, David Weekley Homes has donated more than $70 million to charitable causes, and employees have volunteered in a variety of ways — from building homes with Habitat for Humanity to collecting back-to-school supplies for low-income students.

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SUMMER BEER LOVE 5 Craft Breweries in and Around Parker

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to get stuck in a rut when you want to just kick back and enjoy a cold one. To help you expand your beer horizons, we did a roundup of five local breweries — all with a wide selection of unique tasty brews, friendly, knowledgeable staff and lots to do, from games and TVs to food trucks and entertain-

ment. Oh yes, and don't forget to bring Fido!

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DAD AND DUDES BREWERIA TRY: Dank IPA STAY FOR: Brunch + their own beer-infused recipes Breweria.com

ELK MOUNTAIN BREWING TRY: Peanut Butter Brown STAY FOR: Games and food trucks ElkMountainBrewing.com Psst: They’re soon changing their name to Downhill Brewing Company

PARKER GARAGE TRY: Herman Joseph’s Private Reserve STAY FOR: Amazing food and fun environment ParkerGarage.com

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WHERE THE LOCALS EAT HOW LAS DELICIAS HAS BEEN BRINGING IN THE REGULARS FOR YEARS ON END ARTICLE ROBIN BOND | PHOTOGRAPHY RAEMI VERMIGLIO

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#2? Look for the crowds.

That’s a no-brainer here in Parker USA. Head over to Las Delicias most any afternoon - especially Friday - and you’ll see a line of regulars who just can’t get enough of the fresh Mexican cuisine and friendly staff.

Stephen, a regular who lives in the Pinery, sits comfortably at the bar enjoying his favorite meal, Carnitas Burritos and a beer.

“Everything is always quality and consistent,” says Stephen, who adds that his favorite part is the bartenders.

No surprise that the friendly knowledgable staff is rated tops in town, as Las Delicias has employed many of the same folks for much of its 24-25 years at the Mainstreet location. Says General Manager Chuy Campista, “It’s the same employees, same kitchen, same flavor every time you eat here. We take care of our people the same way we take care of our customers.”

First established in 1976, the Las Delicias family of restaurants today has five locations in and around Denver metro open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. See you there!

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HYDRATION SITUATION KEEPING FIDO COOL ARTICLE JODI HORNER

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he dog days of summer are here , , it’s important to be vigilant in monitoring the well-being of our four-legged fur

kids in the August heat.

Heather Allman of the Veterinary Center of Parker explains the differences in reading a dog’s overheated condition, versus a human.

“Dogs do not have sweat glands. They eliminate heat by panting as it evaporates fluids from the respiratory tract,” she says.

So it’s important that owners provide enough water for pets to ensure they are replacing these lost fluids, even placing ice cubes in the water to keep it cool “and make it fun,” she says.

Allman strongly recommends leaving dogs at home on warm days.

“On a 72-degree day, the temperatures inside your car can heat to 116 degrees within an hour,” she says. “Even if you're just running to the store real quick or going to the gas station,” better safe than sorry, she says.

Allman also advises owners to keep pets in the house during the warmest times of the day.

“It’s best to enjoy outside time with your pets earlier in the morning and later in the evening once the sun has begun to set,” she says. This also ensures that the ground is safe to touch for the pads of your dog’s feet.

In fact, during the summer months the veterinary center sees dogs with abrasions and burns on their pads from the asphalt. For some perspective, Allman explains that a 75-degree day can heat asphalt to 125 degrees. “If you test the asphalt using the back of your hand for seven seconds and it’s too hot for you to touch, then it’s too hot for your dog,” Allman says.

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CREATE A “doggie pool” by turning an inexpensive kiddie pool into a doggie pool. Your pet can use it as a play area for keeping cool throughout the day. TIP: Keep the pool in the shade to keep the water from getting hot.

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“Just don’t take your dog everywhere with you. They don’t need to go to the Renaissance Festival or taco night,” she says with a laugh.

Allman says there are definite indicators that signal your pet has had too much heat, though owners need to be alert to notice.

Sunken eyes, dark urine and excessive panting are all signs that owners can miss when their dog is overheating. “People may be used to seeing their pets panting, but they need to pay attention to how heavy it is and how long it’s been going on,” Allman says.

By keeping your dog well-hydrated, out of the intense heat, and indoors, you can be confident that your best friend will have a happy - and safe - summer.

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Parker Realty Report LIST PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/LIST

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Timbers at the Pinery

$995,000

$979,000

98%

3

5

6

Pradera

$940,947

$940,947

100%

0

4

5

Grandview Estates

$999,990

$925,000

93%

67

6

4

Pradera

$890,000

$880,000

99%

11

5

5

Pradera Golf Club

$890,000

$878,450

99%

7

4

4

High Prairie Farms

$875,000

$875,000

100%

7

3

4

Parker

$898,000

$850,000

95%

19

3

3

Misty Pines

$879,000

$840,000

96%

23

4

4

Pine Bluffs

$875,000

$810,000

93%

204

5

7

Idyllwilde/Reata North

$889,000

$810,000

91%

164

6

7

Pradera

$785,000

$780,000

99%

5

4

5

Tallman Gulch

$780,000

$778,972

100%

11

3

3

The Timbers

$850,000

$771,500

91%

78

3

4

Timbers at the Pinery

$799,990

$766,000

96%

1

5

5

The Timbers at the Pinery

$789,000

$760,000

96%

14

6

5

The Highands at Parker

$782,995

$755,000

96%

223

4

4

Estates at Idyllwilde/

$745,000

$750,000

101%

2

5

5

Parker

$749,500

$740,000

99%

70

3

2

Elkhorn Ranches

$739,800

$717,000

97%

60

5

5

The Pinery

$775,000

$715,000

92%

276

5

5

Elkhorn Ranch

$719,900

$715,000

99%

29

6

4

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Lifestyle Calendar

August AUGUST 3

AUGUST 6 PARKER HONEY FESTIVAL O'BRIEN PARK Find something sweet at the annual Parker Honey Festival. Families will enjoy this free community event while learning about the benefits of the honey bee. ParkerOnline.org

MILE HIGH HARLEY DAVIDSON GRAND OPENING

AUGUST 12

MILE HIGH DAVIDSON OF PARKER

SO LONG TO SUMMER 5K/10K & FAMILY FUN TREK

Help us celebrate the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting ceremony

SALISBURY PARK

of Harley-Davidson® of Parker! A proud dealer of Harley-Davidson®.

Say goodbye to summer with family and friends at Parker Parks

Conveniently located in Parker, Colorado, Mile High Harley-David-

and Recreation’s annual So Long to Summer 5K/10K & Family

son® of Parker offers both the newest models along with many pre-

Fun Trek held at Salisbury Park! Part of the Parker Parks and

owned models. This location is complete with service, parts and sales

Recreation Run Series, this sanctioned event is professionally

departments. ParkerChamber.com

timed (5k and 10K.) The Family Trek is about 1.3 miles of laid-

AUGUST 3 - 6

back, outdoorsy fun. ParkerRec.com

DOUGLAS COUNTY FAIR & RODEO

AUGUST 12 - 19

MIDWAY / HERITAGE PLAZA

BYE BYE BIRDIE

The Douglas County Fair & Rodeo is a family tradition featuring two

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entertainment stages, three PRCA Rodeos, Xtreme Bulls, Carnival,

Parker Arts and Inspire Creative bring you this fantastic "for kids-by

Mutton Bustin', Stick Horse Rodeo, Pancake Breakfast, 4-H and FFA

kids" production of Bye Bye Birdie! When Rock sensation Conrad

exhibits - including livestock, general projects and the Jr. Livestock

Birdie is drafted into the army, it prompts his long-time manager and

Sale. DouglasCountyFairAndRodeo.com

song writer Albert Peterson to write a song to send him off with a

AUGUST 4 FABULOUS FIRST FRIDAY UNDER THE LIGHTS ARTWALK

bang: “One Last Kiss.” August 12-19th, showtimes vary. for more information visit, ParkerArts.org

20 MILE CENTRAL BUILDINGS ON MAIN STREET

AUGUST 19

Start your Art walk with a wine tasting at Vines, then end your eve-

SMASH MOUTH

ning with a special dinner at Vines! Come visit with your local artists

DISCOVERY PARK

every First Friday of the month! ParkerCreativeDistrict.com

Almost 20 years after the release of their hit first album, Fush Yu

AUGUST 4 & 5

Mang, Smash Mouth, is hitting the stage again with new material off their 2016 album MAGIC. They continue to release fantastic music

HAIRSPRAY

with a sound and feeling that helped define the music scene of the

PACE CENTER

late 90’s. Presented by Parker Arts. ParkerArts.org

1962 in Baltimore, Maryland and plump, big-haired teenager Tracy Turnblad dreams of dancing on her favorite TV program The Corny Collins Show. When her wish comes true, she becomes a celebrity overnight and uses her new-found fame to advocate for racial integration on the show. This bright and energetic musical expresses a message of every human being’s equal rights. ParkerArts.org

AUGUST 5 MOVIES IN THE PARK O'BRIEN PARK Presented by Parker Adventist Hospital is a FREE event for families

at O'Brien Park. Games, vendors, music, concessions, and a FREE

AUGUST 25

movie! Come early to reserve your space, movie begins at dusk. The

WINE WALK

August Feature is Zootopia. ParkerChamber.com

DOWNTOWN PARKER

Downtown Parker Wine Walks take place May through October.

Enjoy wine samples provided by Parker Area Chamber merchants

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and learn more about the goods and services they sell and provide. Tickets are $15 and must be 21 years of age or older to participate. ParkerChamber.org

AUGUST 25 VINO IN THE VILLAGE

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THE VILLAGE AT CASTLE PINES Get your friends together and join us for a beautiful summer evening of over 50 top notch wine and food pairings, craft liquor tastings, exclusive shopping, and classical Lone Tree Symphony Orchestra's musicians from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Limited tickets can be purchased at CPPartyInThePines.com

AUGUST 26 & 27 PARTY IN THE PARK ELK RIDGE PARK Bring your lawn chairs and the whole family for an evening of fun at “Party in the Park.” Taking place in Elk Ridge Park in the heart of the City of Castle Pines, this event will feature food, beer and wine, live music,lots of fun activities for kids, a pet corner, and giveaways and treats from local businesses. CPPartyInThePines.com

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Parting Thoughts

Kristin Adams Kristin Adams Pet Photography

YOUR PHOTOGENIC PET IPHONE TIPS FROM A PRO ARTICLE KRISTIN ADAMS PHOTOGRAPHY KRISTIN ADAMS PET PHOTOGRAPHY Our pets are family, and we love to photograph their memorable moments just as much as anyone else’s. But it’s not always easy to capture the true beauty of the moment on our iPhones. Here are a few tips for capturing your pet’s best moments.

1. BE PATIENT

5. KEEP IT SIMPLE

Animals are so sensitive to our feelings. If

Be aware of things in the frame that take the

you’re getting frustrated or anxious, they’ll

focus away from your pet. Remove clutter in

pick up on it, which can snowball into a neg-

advance, and compose your shot so that tree

ative association with your phone. Take a

isn’t growing out of your pet’s head!

break and take some deep breaths... remember, this is supposed to be fun!

6. REWARD THE BEHAVIOR YOU WANT

This goes back to basic dog training 101: 2. LOOK FOR THE LIGHT

treat your dog when you get the behavior

Animals are movers and shakers; the more

you want. Every time your pet looks at your

light you have the better chance you have

phone, mark that behavior with praise and

of getting a sharp image. For the best cap-

treat them. Eventually your pet will associ-

ture, look for well-lit areas, and try to limit

ate good things with getting his photo taken.

distracting shadows.

Working on “stay” and “watch me” will be a huge help in getting shots of your pet!

3. USE A DIFFERENT SHUTTER

The volume buttons on the phone and on

7. USE THEIR FAVORITE THINGS

your ear bud cord will trigger the shutter,

Whether your dog is obsessed with tennis

much easier to use than the on-screen but-

balls or treats, having his favorite thing in

ton — especially if you’re using the other

your hand can help keep the attention you

hand to keep your pet’s attention.

need to get a great shot. But don’t forget to give it to them eventually —otherwise they’ll

4. TRY BURST MODE

catch onto your game!

By holding the shutter button down (works for the volume buttons on your phone and ear buds too!) you can capture multiple frames. Then simply go through and select the best shots.

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