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Kids & Pets
August has been a fun issue to bring together. We celebrate the brave and the fearless, the intuitive and creative, the ones that make coming home worth every moment, our Kids & Pets.
Children are the boundless measure of legacy and time. They are the motivation and hope for a better future; the inspiration our communities thrive on. Within their laughter and tears, their curiosity and innocence are an intrinsic passion for imagination and growth.
Children humble me and open my eyes to the magical truth that we can always grow, teach and invest. They remind me that repetition and routine coincide with depth and meaning in our everyday lives. Every moment counts!
It’s the same with our furry friends. Our pets share an unconditional love that plants seeds of empathy, responsibility and companionship. And the way kids and pets bond can be transformative, fostering deep emotional connections that last a lifetime.
At the core of both children and pets is a simple truth—they need us. Our care and attention shape who they become, and in turn, they shape us. This issue is dedicated to celebrating the kids and pets who fill our homes with joy and love.
I hope this month’s issue inspires you to pour a little extra love into the children and pets in your life. They are the ones who remind us of the simple joys and the importance of unconditional love.
Here’s to our future, our little ones, and the pets who make life adventurous and so much sweeter. Cheers!
CASSANDRA
GREEN, PUBLICATION DIRECTOR
August 2025
PUBLISHER
Joan Dameron | joan.dameron@citylifestyle.com
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Cassandra Green | cassandra.green@citylifestyle.com
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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Emma Cahill, Kristen Gonzales, Cassandra Green, Pam Reid
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS
Vanessa Kruse, Abby Watkins, Marla Rutherford Photography, Stavros Sakellaris, Kevin and Cathy at KeyserImages.com
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CEO Steven Schowengerdt
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Familiar Pet Care
Local Parker resident Natatia Cady has ten years of pet sitting experience and recently opened her own business. Familiar Pet Care was formed with the focus of building trust and nurturing long-lasting relationships with animals, based on their individual needs and the owners' expectations. Natatia offers dropins & overnight house-sitting services for your furry loved ones. Every animal deserves a tailored experience, which is why Natatia is bonded, insured, FirstAid and Fear Free certified.
Parker Brewfest
Parker Brewfest was established in August 2016 and is the main fundraiser for the Cherry Creek Valley Rotary Club of Parker. As a 501c non-profit, our Rotary club's proceeds from Brewfest go back into the local community in the form of grants, scholarships and other programs. Enjoy unlimited samples, live music, food trucks and more on Saturday, August 9th, 2025 at O'Brien Park in Parker.
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TRAINED TO READ THE ROOM
Herbie Supports Our South Metro First Responders and Lets Them Know It's Okay to Not Be Okay
ARTICLE BY CASSANDRA GREEN PHOTOGRAPHY BY ABBY WATKINS
“I’ve just always had a passion for serving and encouraging people, it’s an innate personality trait and instinct I’ve always had,” Dusty King, EMS Lieutenant with South Metro Fire Rescue, shares that he comes from a line of public servants with a service mindset.
He and his K9 companion, Herbie, make it their purpose to care for their own team within South Metro Fire Rescue. Hired for the Peer Support Team, Herbie is a trained service dog. He is cared for and has benefits just like any employee.
“Service dogs in general are trained for very specific needs. Herbie’s trained to read the room. He’ll walk into a room and catch things even our own social awareness won’t pick up on. If someone has emotions that don’t match the room, Herbie immediately senses it,” Dusty shares.
As members of the Peer Support Team, it is part of Dusty and Herbie’s job to deploy and bring support after traumatic incidents. What do these visits look like? They’re simply a moment for those involved to slow down and process with the team. They can say as much or as little as they want.
“Herbie is really good at starting conversations. He’s calm and will either lie down next to people. He’ll nudge them with their nose. He’ll just sit and offer himself to be petted when he senses things. It’s really interesting to be able to see how people respond.”
“The K9 program logs about 40 hours a month in supporting our members through station and staff visits,” Dusty informs. “We deployed for days at a time to surrounding agencies as a mutual aid response to include the Castle Rock and Bennet Fires when they lost members within the year. We spent time with each shift that worked, as well as admin staff facilities.”
The Peer Support Program understands the mental strain of first responders. Dusty talks about how, “Within 30 days of a traumatic event, if you don’t deal with it in some way, you’ll have a post-traumatic injury that is now associated with that experience that now prolongs likely into your life.” Their goal is to not let it get that far.
The K9 program is an asset. Dusty explains, “There’s a ton of research around why canine animals are so successful, especially within first responders and military, related to mental health therapy. Just the act of petting a dog does so many things that talk therapy will do. You increase and decrease hormones. Blood pressure goes down. Heart rates come down.”
Herbie gives people permission to breathe, take a moment and not be okay after something traumatic.
Outside of his job, Herbie loves to play, chase toys and sit on the couch with the family to watch a good show. He loves going to the park and playing with other dogs as well.
If you see Herbie or Dusty at a community event, feel free to say hi and learn more about the difference they’re making for the South Metro Fire Rescue and within mental health for first responders.
“HERBIE IS REALLY GOOD AT STARTING
FURRY Friendly FASHION
It all began in Australia with two Staffordshire Bull Terriers named Darren and Phillip. When people saw them coming down the road, they would cross the street to avoid the two staffies, thinking they were dangerous. In response, the owners designed cute clothes for Darren and Phillip to wear, hoping it would help people see their true nature and make them more approachable.
The concept worked and developed into a full-blown, premium quality, all-inclusive clothing brand for dogs. Customers at first, Brian and Cris Nolan loved the brand and couldn’t pass up the opportunity when the original owners were ready to sell the business. Brian and Cris were able to introduce Darren and Phillip as a brand to the United States as well as expand elsewhere. That’s how this now global brand has become a local love in our very own town of Parker.
“We fell in love with the brand, mission, product and the community. Everything about it: when the opportunity came to take over the company, we didn’t hesitate. We felt like it was a great opportunity to do something together as a family,” Brian says.
Cris shares about their experience as “pawrents.” She mentions, “We’ve had so many animals: horses, chickens, goats, cats. I think now we’re down to four cats. Three are barn cats
This Playful Brand Brings the Entire Family Together, Furry Family Members and All
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARLA RUTHERFORD
PHOTOGRAPHY, STAVROS SAKELLARIS
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and one is an indoor cat. Our animals have always felt part of our family. We are big animal lovers. They’ve enhanced our life in more ways than one and so running a company like Darren and Phillip fits so seamlessly into our lives.”
With matching clothes for the entire family, Darren and Phillip is a fun and playful brand that helps bring the entire family together. They also have a big heart for rescues.
“It’s a mission-driven business,” Brian says. The numbers stand behind his statement. They have donated over a million dollars to rescues all around the world and continue to give part of their proceeds to rescues, as well as care packages to support in any way they can.
“This brand helps change the narrative for a lot of dogs that end up in rescues,” Cris affirms. “It’s so interesting to think of fashion for humans and how it represents who we are and then fashion for dogs to represent their true characters.”
“We definitely make a premium product. Our attention to detail. The fabrics we use. The craftsmanship, even the packaging. We get comments all the time,” Brian shares. “Also, the products we make are meant to be fun, to be able to cuddle with and look cute with your dog.”
Cris adds, “We’re in the business of happiness. We want to emulate a feeling of joy and happiness, so there’s a fun and playful aspect to the brand as well. The colors are light; they’re soothing.”
They also share about a special collection called Rescue Ranch. This collection features the dogs that the rescues have shared with them.
To support the love and mission, visit them online and on social.
www.darrenandphillip.com @darrenandphillip
“We’re in the business of happiness. We want to emulate a feeling of joy and happiness, so there’s a fun and playful aspect to the brand as well. The colors are light, they’re soothing.”
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Brian, Cris and Olive and their puppy, Peaches
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Emma’s Sandwich Sushi
Lunchtime just got a whole lot more fun! Emma’s Sandwich Sushi is a tasty way for kids to build their own back-to-school lunch. With just a few ingredients and no grown-up help needed (maybe just a little for chopping!), these roll-ups are easy to make and even more fun to eat. Try a savory BLT or go sweet with fruit and Nutella! Savory BLT Roll-Ups
ARTICLE BY EMMA CAHILL | PHOTOGRAPHY BY ABBY WATKINS
Savory BLT Roll-Ups
INGREDIENTS
• Sandwich bread
• Cooked bacon
• Mayonnaise
• Lettuce (small pieces or shredded)
• Tomato (thin slices)
• Shredded cheese
Sweet StrawberryBanana Roll-Ups
INGREDIENTS
• Sandwich bread
• Nutella
• Sliced strawberries
• Sliced bananas
INSTRUCTIONS (FOR BOTH RECIPES):
1. Flatten the Bread: Gently press each slice of bread with a rolling pin to make it flat and easy to roll.
2. Add the Filling: For the BLT version, spread a thin layer of mayo on the bread, then add a little lettuce, a slice or two of tomato, crumbled bacon and a sprinkle of shredded cheese.For the Sweet version, spread Nutella over the bread, then place a row of sliced strawberries and bananas near one edge.
3. Roll It Up: Carefully roll the bread up starting from the side with the fillings, just like a sushi roll.
4. Slice It: Use a kid-safe knife (or ask an adult to help) to cut each roll into 3–4 bite-size pieces.
5. Serve! Arrange the pieces on a plate like sushi and enjoy! Toothpicks or chopsticks are optional!
Pro Tip: Make both kinds for a perfect lunch combo—savory first, then sweet for dessert!
Investing
ARTICLE BY KRISTEN GONZALES PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED
Career and Technical Education Pathways bring innovative learning for Douglas County students
in Legacy
“The opportunities offered at the Legacy Campus are something you don’t see often,” says Sean Aldrich, a student at the DCSD Legacy Campus. “We are extremely lucky to have the opportunity in high school to get a head start in our career path.” With the passing of a bond in 2018, the Legacy Campus opened in 2023, giving Juniors and Seniors from Douglas County schools the opportunity to cultivate future careers through specific pathways. They currently offer nine Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways: Advanced Robotics, Architectural Engineering, Aviation/Transportation, Building Controls, Technology, Culinary/ Hospitality Management, EMT/EMS, Future Educator, Nursing (CNA) and Secure Network Technologies.
“The DCSD Legacy Campus is a dream come true – representing an incredible investment by the community into the future of Douglas County,” says Erin Kane, Superintendent of the Douglas County School District.
Investing in this innovative, hands-on learning experience proved an asset to students, as the first year showed remarkable data. Of the 400 students who attended the Legacy Campus for the 2023-2024 school year, 92% graduated, receiving 3,391 college credits with a cumulative GPA of 3.51, the second highest GPA of the DCSD high schools. College credits enable families to save on future tuition expenses and Legacy Campus students saved $1,081,230!
In addition to the incredible academic statistics, Legacy students rave about their experiences, as they acknowledge Legacy’s value.
“I loved being a part of such a huge opportunity for my education,” exclaims student Caleb Ciano. “It really got my foot in the door for future employment.”
Students attend classes at the Legacy Campus twice a week for a portion of their regular school day, with transportation provided. All Legacy classes contribute to high school credits for practical arts or
electives and include field trips, events, job shadowing, apprenticeships and more. With a 96% attendance rate, this learning style is proving its worth.
“The Legacy Campus is a place where students can find their pathway and passion in life. It’s also a place where partnerships between the school district, colleges and universities, businesses, industries and municipalities truly come to life,” Erin emphasizes.
As the students progress through the program, they embark on a path specific to their interests with opportunities to network with preferred employers. Not only do these students have a higher graduation rate, but the program also increases their employability. According to the National Association of State Directors of Career
“I LOVED THE OPPORTUNITY
TO LEARN ALONGSIDE PEOPLE WHO SHARE THE SAME GOALS AND MINDSET AS ME, AND GETTING TO TAKE CLASSES WHERE I NEVER HAD TO ASK MYSELF ‘WHEN WILL I USE THIS’
BECAUSE ALL OF IT CONNECTED TO WHAT I WANT TO PURSUE.”
Technical Education Consortium, graduates of high school CTE programs are 4.1% more employable and receive $141 more per quarter in earnings.
Student Ashley Brick explains, “I loved the opportunity to learn alongside people who share the same goals and mindset as me, and getting to take classes where I never had to ask myself ‘when will I use this’ because all of it connected to what I want to pursue.”
Schools like the Legacy Campus provide the required high school credits and offer a college atmosphere, helping students prepare for their future while enjoying more independence and accountability.
“My favorite part of being a Legacy student is the fact that you can get a feel for what it’s like to be a college student and have more responsibility than you would in high school,” explains Joseline Fernandez.
As the county invests in the students, the community reaps the benefits. Building partnerships with local businesses fosters growth for companies and future employees. Everything from sponsoring events, marketing opportunities and tax-deductible donations helps contribute to the local economy, enhancing the investment of the Legacy Campus.
In addition to partnerships, the Legacy Campus provides our community with a fantastic event space. Since its inception, the campus has hosted over 100 events, from graduations, career fairs and spelling bees to bar mitzvahs and weddings. The local impact of this stellar space reaches far and wide throughout the county.
The success of the Legacy Campus has been paramount for many families and the investment is just beginning. In 2024, taxpayers approved funding for Phase II of the Legacy Campus. This bond will allow for necessary maintenance, security upgrades and additional CTE pathways like Carpentry, Electrical, Advanced Manufacturing and Electric Vehicle/
Hybrid Maintenance and Repair. The expansion will feature 20,000 additional square feet of space for further learning.
“As we prepare for the construction of ‘Phase Two’ programming, we have already seen recent Legacy graduates return as apprentice electricians with some of our industry partners to complete work in our facility,” Director Dr. Rex Corr proclaims. “We are incredibly proud of these students.”
With the Phase II buildout on the horizon and the campus’s second year ending, the Douglas County community is relishing in this wonderful commitment to education.
Former student Noah Wiidakas states, “Legacy was an exceptional experience that allowed me to experience a new environment and learn about things that I was passionate about.”
ORIGINAL LANDSCAPE AND ABSTRACT PAINTINGS
BY DAVE REITER
“You Captured My Attention” oil on canvas over board, 12 x 36 in.
The Story Behind the Painting:
A herd of horses might stand close together, but they won’t usually all look up at the same time unless something truly unusual grabs their curiosity. In this case, that “something that caught their curiosity”was me. I was driving along a dirt road, and when I saw the herd standing together, I wanted to take a quick photo for a future painting. When I got out of my vehicle, the sound of the pickup door closing and the noise I made as I walked toward them with my camera in hand perked the attention of theentireherd.Simultaneously,theyalllookedupatmewithanattentiveandanticipatedfocus,wonderingwhatwasabouttohappen.Itwasthisattentive“firstlook”that caught my attention. But in reality, it was me who caught their attention. I wanted to capture that sense of focus and alertness when I painted this painting, and because of thedynamicyetsilentexchangethattookplace,itonlyseemedfittingtotitleit“YouCapturedMyAttention.”
Representation:
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For availability, prices, or to commission a unique piece, contact Dave: Text: 720-338-8843 | Web: davereiterart.com | Studio: 10200 Casey Lane, Parker, CO 80138
FOR THE SMOOTH AND SILKY, SHORT AND CURLY
ARTICLE BY CASSANDRA GREEN | PHOTOGRAPHY BY ABBY WATKINS
A Calm and Quiet Grooming Experience At SoftPaws Pet Spa & Boutique
With a heart for gentle grooming and being one-on-one with her dogs, Suzie Battershell, owner of SoftPaws Pet Spa & Boutique, has created a salon environment that is quiet and calm. Suzie started her business as a mobile groomer.
The heart behind starting out mobile? Suzie says, “It allowed me to work one-onone with the dogs. I could handle high-anxiety dogs, senior dogs that couldn’t come to a typical salon and also dogs with special needs and disabilities. As we started to grow, I realized I needed a home base for my team and I needed a backup in case one of the mobile units went down.”
While she still operates her two mobile units, Suzie’s storefront, located off Hess and Parker Road, has become a surreal base for her growing business and team. Her goal to treat each dog with gentle care has only found deeper roots with the store.
From the lobby, a glass door leads to the back grooming area. Suzie draws the picture, “There’s three individual grooming rooms, each with a tub, dryer and table, everything needed to do the entire process. Your dog is not passed separately from a kennel to the bathing station, then to drying and hair cut - It’s all done in one space and with the same groomer.”
“We groom one-on-one and we go straight through, so your appointment time is the actual time that we start grooming your pet. This tremendously reduces the stress on your dog because they’re not already triggered by other dogs barking, and they’re not triggered by being put in a kennel. They’re with one groomer for their entire session until they’re ready to go home.”
One of her biggest goals is for her salon to be calm and peaceful and Suzie has struck gold with that experience. She talks about how one afternoon, the back rooms were all filled with pets being groomed and there weren’t any dogs barking. She was shocked, but also content to realize the personal experience she started with in the mobile grooming translated to her beautiful boutique as well.
For dogs who have had a poor grooming experience, Suzie advises, “The first thing I tell people is to bring them to us and let us see. I’ve found that a lot of times dogs will have issues elsewhere, but then when they come in to us, it’s fine and they don’t have any issues. If they do, then we just work slowly with them to reacclimate them to the grooming process.”
She also talks about how they approach each client with a motivation to educate. Suzie and her team recognize that grooming is not always for vanity purposes. A lot of times, grooming is for health and comfort. Suzie mentions that doodles and dogs with double coats need regular grooming to stay healthy and happy.
“When a coat is matted, the fur can actually start to pull out of the skin, leaving bald patches as it gets tighter. If moisture gets underneath, they’re going to end up with a bacterial or fungal infection,” Suzie explains. “Double-coated dogs need regular grooming because their fur is so heavy and they have two coats. That second coat will compact against their skin. It prevents air flow and it makes it hard for them to regulate their temperatures.”
Suzie is also actively creating a space for cat boarding and is getting her certification as a feline master groomer.
Sign up for a free meet and greet with Suzie at www.suziesoftpaws.com or call (720) 774-7879.
UNPLUG HAVE FUN! &
ARTICLE BY PAM REID
PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED
Summertime is the best time for kids to disconnect and enjoy being outdoors.
Long, long ago, in a time before technology, children entertained themselves and played endlessly with nothing more than ... wait for it ... their imagination. They played outdoors for hours with friends, balls, jump ropes, buckets, chalk, bicycles, you name it! The level of creativity saw no limits in the minds of these children. While some families have plans for getaway vacations, there are those planning to stay home and scrambling for things their children can do. We’d like to share some ideas that don’t include technology or cost a boatload of money for that matter. The benefits of spending time outdoors and unplugged outweigh complaints about temperature or those annoying creepy crawlers. The added bonus is that many outdoor games secretly teach life skills. Technology is used only to confirm game rules.
Ready or not, it’s time to play! A day - or two or three - full of outdoor games will invoke a trip down memory lane for some adults, or a “this is great” thought for others. In either case, playing these games has tremendous benefits - young people can fully embrace human connection, get a break from the instant gratification associated with technical devices and social media, and enjoy some good wholesome, age-appropriate fun. Many adults admit they played many of their favorite childhood games well into their teen years, and still others say they relish in a good game of dodgeball or tug of war today. This list is not all-inclusive, but it certainly gets the games started!
CHILDHOOD GAMES
TUG OF WAR - contest between two teams at opposite ends of a rope; each team trying to drag the other across a center line.
SACK RACE - stand in your sack, hold on to the top of your sack and hop as fast as you can to the finish line!
FREEZE TAG - each player freezes when tagged and can be unfrozen only by a player who is not yet frozen. Game ends when all players are frozen.
RED LIGHT GREEN LIGHT - shout “green light” and all players run towards you, shout “yellow light” and they are allowed to walk, but when “red light” is shouted, they must stop and freeze. If player moves at “red light”, they go back to start line.
MUSICAL CHAIRS - walk to music around a group of chairs containing one chair fewer than number of players, and rush to sit down when music stops. The player left standing in each round is eliminated.
KICK THE CAN - find players in their hiding spots and put them in “jail”. Once a player is “jailed” the only way to be freed is for another player to beat the “IT” person to the can and kick it.
DODGEBALL - team sport in which players on two teams try to throw balls and hit opponents, while avoid being hit themselves. Consider water balloons instead of balls on a hot day.
There are more great outdoor games. Get unplugged and get outside!
Photos by Savannah Johnson
events
A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
AUGUST 2ND
Freedom Fest - Colorado Day
Salisbury Equestrian Park | 7:00 AM
Get ready for this one-time celebration as we observe Colorado Day (August 1st), marking the beginning of a year-long celebration of our 150th year as a state and our freedom!
AUGUST 3RD
Parker Honey Festival
O'Brien Park Downtown Parker | 8:00 AM
From 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 3rd, at O’Brien Park, visitors can indulge in a fun-filled event aimed at raising awareness and appreciation for the humble honeybee through an array of educational and entertaining activities.
AUGUST 9TH
Parker Brewfest
Downtown Parker | 2:00 PM
As a fundraising event, the Parker Brewfest enables the Cherry Creek Valley Rotary Club of Parker to provide financial support to local charitable and community causes, as well as contribute to international projects. Get tickets for Saturday, August 9th, to support the cause!
AUGUST 15TH
H2O Glow Swim 2025
H2O'Brien Pool | 8:00 PM
Let's Glow! Light up the night on Friday, August 15th, with an after-hours, glow-in-the-dark pool party at H2O’Brien Pool. Grab your glow gear, enjoy party music, play pool deck games and hang out with friends.
AUGUST 16TH
Bestselling Author Karin Slaughter Is Coming to DCL
Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows | 7:00 PM
Douglas County Libraries is thrilled to present New York Times bestselling author Karin Slaughter as she introduces her next thrilling mystery, “We Are All Guilty Here,” on Saturday, August 16th. Ms. Slaughter’s popular works include bestsellers like “Pretty Girls” and the Will Trent Series, which was adapted for television on ABC. www.dcl.org/featured-events
AUGUST 16TH
2025 Car Fest
Downtown Parker | 6:00 AM
Car Fest 2025 will be held on August 16th in Downtown Parker, Colorado, on East Main Street. With room for approximately 200 cars and around 30 sponsors, this event supports the Parker Task Force. Proceeds go directly to helping families in need within the Parker community.
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AUGUST 20TH
Music's Memories
Parker Fieldhouse | 11:00 AM
This class uses music and movement to support individuals diagnosed with Dementia, Parkinson's or other neurological disorders. Together they will stretch, breathe, sing, dance, play instruments and reminisce to improve communication and motor skills, as well as inspire emotional health and stimulate memory!
AUGUST 21ST
Parker Civic Academy
The Schoolhouse Theater | 5:00 PM
Start your Civic Academy journey with a deep dive into how Parker’s government works, why it matters and how you can get involved. Enjoy dinner and networking with town staff and elected officials from 5 to 6 p.m., followed by the seminar. It’s the first step in your path to becoming an informed community leader.
AUGUST 23RD
The M.E.N. Summit hosted by BeMen
The Schoolhouse Theater | 8:00 AM
WE ARE MEN! We know we are stronger together than alone. We know healthy masculinity is not limited to politics, religion or money. The “Masculine Empowerment Network” aims to promote healthy masculinity within our communities. This event, held on Saturday, August 23rd, brings together males aged 13 and above to connect and explore topics relevant to all of us.
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AUGUST 24TH
TEDxCherryCreekHS
The Schoolhouse Theater | 1:30 PM
TEDxCherryCreekHS is excited to present its third annual TEDx event, bringing the inspiring TEDx platform to Colorado. The event held on Sunday, August 24th, promises a TED-like experience, showcasing twelve original thinkers with ideas worth sharing. This year’s theme is “Everything AI.”
AUGUST 29TH
Benise – 25 Years of Passion!
The PACE Center | 7:30 PM
2025 marks the 25th Anniversary tour of Benise, “The Prince of Spanish Guitar.” Armed with his Spanish guitar and a stage full of musicians and elaborately choreographed dancers, Benise takes the audience on a musical journey through Spanish Flamenco, Cuban Salsa, Brazilian Samba, Parisian Waltz, exotic drumming and more!
AUGUST 29TH
Wine Walk
Downtown Parker | 4:30 PM
Gather your family, friends, coworkers and neighbors and enjoy a beautiful evening in Downtown Parker. Last Fridays of the summer months mean Downtown Parker Wine Walks, sponsored by the Parker Chamber of Commerce. Check in at the Chamber Office.
