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LIFESTYLE LETTER
JUNE 2021 PUBLISHER
Rick French | rfrench@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR
Dad Season
Caitlin Causey | caitlin.causey@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER
Whitney Lockhart
AHHH, JUNE. The month when lawnmowers start cranking up with the sun, when
L AYO UT DESIGNER
hot backyard grills send plumes of meaty smoke wafting through the air, when cool-
Jayme Emery
ers packed tight with homemade snacks are lugged to picnic blankets in the park. When long-forgotten garage projects are resurrected on late summer nights, and new baseball gloves are broken in on the front lawn, and kids with grass-stained knees beg to be tossed into the sunny air again, again, again.
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Caitlin Causey, Finn Collier, Rick French CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS
Simply Blessings Photography
It’s Dad Season, y’all. And since Roaring Fork Lifestyle devoted a special issue to local moms last year, we’re doing one for all the terrific dads out there this year. Father’s Day is June 20, and we’ve filled this issue with inspiration for making it a memorable one. Whether you’re a new dad with an infant at home, a grandfather with a gaggle of grandkids, or any kind of father-figure in a young person’s life, we hope you feel loved, appreciated, and celebrated this month. Cheers!
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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2021
FEATURES 14 Father’s Day Eats Celebrate, Indulge, and Try Something Different This Year
20 For You, Pops Make Dad Feel Loved This Month with Gift Ideas From Six ColoradoBased Companies
24 Journey of Hope A Decade of One Moment’s FamilyCentered Approach to Healing After Pregnancy and Infant Loss
30 Dad’s Day Out As Summer Events Ramp Up This
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DANCE INITIATIVE RESIDENCY WITH NETTA YERUSHALMY JUNE 21-26 Netta Yerushalmy is an award-winning dance artist who grew up in Israel and is now based in New York City. Her work aims to engage with audiences by imparting the sensation of things as they are perceived, not as they are known, and to challenge how meaning is attributed and constructed. During her company’s residency with Dance Initiative from June 21-26, they’ll be generating a complex trio that looks at multiplicity in movement forms. Three events will be open to the public during the residency. At 5 p.m. on June 23 a film presentation of “Distant Dance Demonstration” and discussion will be held at Axkawa, followed by cocktail hour (no reserva-
Alder Park in New Castle. Their project was part of
tions necessary). From 6:15-8:15 p.m. on June 24, an
the girls' effort to earn the Bronze Award, the high-
all-levels community workshop will take place at The
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Launchpad ($20). Last, at 7:30 p.m. on June 26 a live
girls built the recycling bins and designed the
outdoor performance will take place at the Thompson
signs as a way to educate their community about
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human impact on the park’s pond.
performance at DanceInitiative.org/Residencies.
FUNDRAISER FOR GLENWOOD CANYON UNDERWAY The Grizzly Creek Fire of 2020 was a singular event, but restoration will be part of our community's identity for years to come. Just 10 days after the fire was ignited, Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers launched the Glenwood Canyon Restoration Alliance, a collaboration of local government, non-profit, and business partners. A fundraising campaign with the goal of reaching $100,000 in donations is running through June 20. Several community partners have already pledged funds. Alpine Bank is matching the first $25,000 dollar-for-dollar, Black Hills Energy has committed $12,000, and Western Colorado
Aspen Dance Connection (ADC) presents the
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forming "SHOES" at 7 p.m. on July 9, 10, and 11 at
effort during the first weekend of June. All proceeds
the Studio for Arts and Works (SAW) in Carbondale.
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dance for all. For more details call the ADC office at 970.927.0641 or visit AspenDanceConnection. org. Additionally, see the website for information about ADC's many community outreach events in conjunction with "SHOES".
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According to the Glenwood MLS in April 2021, new listings were up 28.4% for single family and 80% for townhouse/condo properties, year over year. Pending Sales increased 71.2% for single family homes and 135.3% for townhouse-condo properties. With fewer homes on the market, we are seeing multiple offers situations.
April YTD # of Home Sales
Carbondale • 18
It’s more important than ever to work with your Realtor to navigate the current market. Strong buyer demand and limited housing supply show no signs of easing soon, pointing to a continuation of this market trend through spring and into summer.
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The following analysis represents recent sales activity in the Aspen Glenwood MLS from 4/1/21 to 5/1/21 with prices starting from $750,000.
Carbondale & Redstone Neighborhood
Original List
Sold Price
% Sold/
Days on
Original
Market
Beds
Full
Half
Sq. Ft.
None
$6,950,000
$5,300,000
76%
175
6
5
0
$848.14
Aspen Equestrian
$2,070,000
$2,434,420
118%
165
4
4
1
$635.62
Coryell Ranch
$2,495,000
$2,275,000
91%
297
5
5
1
$354.53
River Valley Ranch
$1,879,000
$1,800,000
96%
154
5
4
1
$333.89
Gianinetti
$1,750,000
$1,765,000
101%
79
6
4
0
$399.05
River Valley Ranch
$1,849,000
$1,750,000
95%
173
4
3
1
$401.01
River Valley Ranch
$1,675,000
$1,676,000
100%
54
5
4
1
$356.37
River Valley Ranch
$1,485,000
$1,465,500
99%
76
4
3
1
$384.24
Aspen Equestrian
$1,450,000
$1,450,000
100%
147
4
3
1
$518.78
None
$1,475,000
$1,425,000
97%
84
2
2
0
$1,054.77
$995,000
$1,025,000
103%
65
2
0
0
$474.54
$1,040,000
$915,000
88%
67
5
5
0
$263.31
None Town Site Carbdonale
CARBONDALE APRIL PRICING TRENDS
Sold Price/
Bath Bath
Avg Sales Price YTD $2M $1,534,749
$1.5M $1,127,384 $1M
$865,717
$0.5 $0
2019
2020
2021
Carbondale & Redstone Featured Agents TARA ADIS
NANCY EMERSON
SARAH MURRAY
NICK HOUGH
BRIAN KELEHER
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CARLY PASSCHIER
BILL BLANTON
CHRIS LAWRENCE
JACK PRETTI
PATTY BRENDLINGER
JESSICA MARKHAM
ADRIANNE RHEIN
BECKY CIANI
TESSA MAIZE
GABRIELLA SUTRO
ELISSA MARKOYA
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BASALT SINGLE FAMILY HOME AVERAGE SALES PRICE Original List
Sold Price
% Sold/
Days on
Original
Market
Beds
Full
Half
Bath Bath
April YTD
Sold Price/ Sq. Ft.
Crown Mountain Ranch
$4,150,000
$4,225,000
102%
181
4
4
1
$846.35
River Oaks
$1,525,000
$1,450,000
95%
169
3
2
1
$620.19
Willits
$1,450,000
$1,450,000
100%
3
4
4
1
$415.83
Elk Run
$1,295,000
$1,165,000
90%
91
5
4
1
$293.38
Basalt Mountain
$1,345,000
$1,075,000
80%
260
2
2
0
$732.79
Shadowrock
$1,085,000
$1,040,000
96%
22
4
3
1
$360.74
Blue Lake
$920,000
$947,000
103%
83
7
2
1
$213.87
Elk Run
$975,000
$929,000
95%
445
4
3
0
$331.08
Sopris Village
$929,000
$860,000
93%
83
4
3
0
$347.90
Shadowrock
$885,000
$852,500
96%
35
3
2
1
$372.76
Southside
$750,000
$750,000
100%
3
3
2
1
$357.31
$1,885,833 51.5% YOY
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Glenwood Springs Neighborhood
Springridge
Original List
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,150,000
% Sold/ Original
Days on Market
89%
176
Beds
Full Half Bath Bath
5
4
1
$205.87
None
$1,250,000
$1,150,000
92%
144
5
4
1
$245.05
Springridge Reserve
$1,070,000
$1,070,000
100%
46
4
3
0
$385.59
$989,000
$986,500
100%
54
4
3
1
$278.83
$1,025,000
$985,000
96%
53
4
2
0
$341.30 $269.90
Springridge Westbank Ranch
GLENWOOD SPRINGS APRIL PRICING TRENDS
Sold Price/ Sq. Ft.
Sunlight View
$929,000
$929,000
100%
32
4
3
1
Oasis Creek
$899,000
$899,000
100%
73
4
3
1
$237.70
Canyon Creek
$935,000
$880,000
94%
316
3
1
1
$232.74
Park East
$869,000
$869,000
100%
52
5
4
1
$205.63
Park East
$837,500
$851,100
102%
34
3
2
0
$296.65
Westbank Mesa
$849,000
$830,000
98%
220
5
3
1
$219.98
Oasis Creek
$850,000
$824,000
97%
44
5
2
1
$264.44
Pinyon Mesa
$775,000
$775,000
100%
308
3
2
1
$287.14
South Add GWS
$775,000
$770,000
99%
60
4
3
0
$356.48
Avg Sales Price YTD $1M $0.75
$752,135 $649,725
$630,608
$0.50 $0.25 0.00
2019
2020
2021
Glenwood Featured Agents 970.928.9000
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TAMMY REID
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FATH E R’ S DAY E AT S WHAT’S ON THE MENU FOR YOUR FAMILY THIS JUNE 20? Although the classic Father’s Day backyard BBQ is always a great choice for celebrating Dad and Granddad, it might be fun to mix things up a little and incorporate some new culinary treats throughout the day. Here are a few ideas to get you started—and who knows, maybe they’ll even become your new household traditions. Go big!
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BAGEL BRUNCH: An elegant self-serve platter in the middle of the table can be loaded with all the trimmings: everything bagels, cream cheese, lox or smoked salmon, slivered red onion, capers, rounds of ripe tomato, and a mound of fragrant fresh dill. Thinly sliced radishes, cucumbers, and avocado make a nice touch, too. BACON BLOODY MARYS: Nothing
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BASALT Beautiful two-bedroom condo in downtown Basalt. Gorgeous finishes. GLENWOOD SPRINGS Located in historic North Glenwood, one block away from Great natural light. Dine outside to the sound of the Frying Pan River. Just steps the grand old Hotel Colorado, a few blocks from the Hot Springs pool, and a hop, away to restaurants, shops, and galleries. WEB# RF169583 skip from restaurants and entertainment across the bridge. Close to everything, yet on a sleepy, quiet street, on a generous lot with plenty of parking.WEB# RF169743 2 BED | 2.5 BATH | $1,300,000 3 BED | 2 BATH | $600,000 Patty Brendlinger 970.379.5484 Ingrid Wussow 970.404.5105
CARBONDALE Gorgeous, spacious home tucked within a hidden enclave at the end of a cul-de-sac, close to Crystal River, walking path & a quick bike ride to schools and downtown. Great location! So many features a discriminating buyer will appreciate.WEB# RF169531
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A butterfly is released in memory of infant loss at One Moment's 2020 Walk For Hope.
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H O P E
EIGHT YEARS AGO THIS MONTH, MARCIA VILLARREAL AND HER HUSBAND GIL WELCOMED A DAUGHTER TO THE WORLD. “She was wrapped in blankets right away after she was born, and at the time we didn’t know whether she was a girl
and her husband were heartbroken, feeling alone, and struggling to make sense of their losses without much support.
or boy yet,” recalls Villarreal, already a mother to two boys
“At that time there were no resources in the valley that
and stepmom to a third. “We felt very thankful to be having
we could find to help us get through the pain,” she recalls.
another child at all, but we’d been hoping for a girl. So when
“Aside from paying for private counseling, there weren’t any
we met her for the first time, we felt so grateful. So blessed.”
groups or other services for parents in our situation. What
As happy as the family was after the baby’s birth, Villarreal
we needed was a community of people who understood
recognized the experience as a bittersweet one. Before her daughter—her last child—was born, she had suffered four miscarriages over the course of about six years.
what we were going through.” Villarreal connected with a childhood friend, Amanda Emerson, who was also experiencing pregnancy loss.
“For our family, there was something that felt redemptive
Together they felt led to start a group for local families like
about our daughter’s birth after our losses,” she says. “But
theirs, providing support, education, and resources for heal-
we know that so many others never get that chance.”
ing. By August 2011 the group held its first public gathering,
Miscarriage is defined as the spontaneous loss of a preg-
and has been going strong ever since.
nancy before 20 weeks gestation. According to national
“We named it One Moment,” Villarreal recalls. “We
estimates, approximately 15 percent of known pregnancies in
wanted to encompass all situations, all emotions, all kinds
the U.S. will end this way—with even more likely happening in
of pregnancy-related losses. It’s the one moment you see
mothers unaware. The majority of miscarriages occur in the
the positive lines on the pregnancy test, or negative ones if
first trimester, as they are far less common beyond 12-13 weeks.
you’re struggling with infertility. The one moment you first
(The loss of a child after 20 weeks is known as stillbirth, which
see your baby on an ultrasound. The one moment they tell
occurs in about one percent of pregnancies nationwide.)
you there’s no heartbeat. The one moment you say hello and
In 2010, long before her daughter was born, Villarreal expe-
goodbye to your stillborn child. The days of being worry-
rienced two of her miscarriages during that calendar year. She
free are over once you experience a loss, so we wanted
A DECADE OF ONE MOMENT’S FAMILY-CENTERED APPROACH TO HEALING AFTER PREGNANCY AND INFANT LOSS ARTICLE CAITLIN CAUSEY | PHOTOGRAPHY SIMPLY BLESSINGS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTINUED >
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our name to reflect the ‘moments’ that
the years and been able to connect in
change your life forever.”
ways that are difficult to explain.” longer
In addition to the walk, One Moment
involved with One Moment, Villarreal has
Although
Emerson
is
holds separate monthly support meet-
stayed on, carrying the group toward its
ings for the Roaring Fork Valley and
10th anniversary this year. The organi-
Eagle River Valley communities. Villarreal
zation has expanded into a full-fledged
facilitates both, and they’re open to
501(c)3 nonprofit that provides numerous
anyone dealing with pregnancy-related
regular services to the community.
loss: mothers, fathers, siblings, or grand-
“We hold our Walk For Hope every
parents. She sends cards to families on
September, when families gather to
the anniversaries of babies’ deaths, and
honor and celebrate their babies who are
leaves care packages for newly grieving
no longer with them,” Villarreal says of
mothers and fathers at the hospital. As
the annual event now held at her family’s
a certified bereavement doula, Villarreal
property in Silt. “We’ve developed incred-
also attends the labor and delivery of
ible relationships with other parents over
stillbirth pregnancies. And sometimes, if
S A V E T H E
D A T E One Moment
10-Year Anniversary BBQ August 2021 {Date/Time TBD} News forthcoming on Facebook and One-Moment.org A father and his children at the 2020 Walk For Hope.
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no
Scene from One Moment's 2020 Walk For Hope.
parents wish, she engages her skills as a professional photographer
Moment, Villarreal says, is to help families like theirs find community
to capture images of the sensitive, fleeting minutes that families have
with others who know exactly what they’re going through.
together with their stillborn infants after delivery.
“At the Walk For Hope, at our monthly meetings—parents can
All of the services are donated and free of charge through One
look around and see others who understand how they’re feeling,”
Moment. One couple that Villarreal recently served, Jake and Whitney
she explains. “It’s not a club that any of us want to be in, but here we
Reddy, suddenly lost their full-term daughter Grace in August 2020.
are. You know that mom gets it, that dad gets it. And together we can
Villarreal got the call from staff, dropped everything and rushed to
all be a little less alone.”
Vail Health Hospital where they had delivered.
Despite how common pregnancy and infant loss is, cultural
"We were heartbroken and in complete shock," Whitney recalls.
taboos around the subject persist. Through personal experiences in
"We didn't know who Marcia [Villarreal] was, but she just came in
her work with One Moment over the past decade, Villarreal has seen
and immediately was such a sweet and comforting presence for us."
firsthand that families often feel isolated by societal discomfort with
Jake adds, "At the time we didn't understand how valuable it was to
the loss of a child; this compounds their private grief in many ways,
have Marcia there with us. Looking back, I think our healing journey
and can stifle the natural progression of mourning they should be
started there with her in the hospital." Villarreal gently helped the
entitled to express after loss.
Reddys take photos with baby Grace. Although the couple found it
She hopes that One Moment can offer them freedom from that iso-
difficult at the time, they say that they're now incredibly grateful for
lation through compassionate connection, support, and just plain love.
the images of their daughter.
“We want parents to have the hope of healing,” Villarreal says. “We
"Marcia will always have a place in my heart because of what she
want to help them smile again, feel joy again. We’re here for them as
did for us during that time," Whitney says. About a week after their
long as they need us, but we hope to let them set sail bravely on their
hospital visit, the Reddys drove to Silt to meet with the Villarreal
own journeys when they are ready.”
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D a d ’s D ay Out AS SUMMER EVENTS RAMP UP THIS MONTH, THERE’S SOMETHING FUN HAPPENING FOR JUST ABOUT EVERY DAD
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Carbondale Arts hosts its first-ever golf tournament at River Valley Ranch from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 19. This isn’t your average tournament, though—expect alternative scoring options, arts-themed holes, prizes, and surprises! All proceeds benefit the Rosybelle bus and arts education programming. Tickets include food and a drink at Homestead Bar & Grill after the tournament. Register at CarbondaleArts.com.
The Glenwood Canyon Restoration Alliance (a partnership of numerous local entities led by Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers) has planned an ambitious calendar of events this summer to restore burned areas and help
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educate the public about wildfire impact. A full-day volunteer restoration project is slated for June 5, and guided morning hikes will be held June 6, 9, and 20. More are scheduled for July, August, and September. Full details are at GCRestorationAlliance.org. GRIZZLY CREEK FIRE RESTORATION
ANY PARENT WILL TELL YOU IT’S BEEN A LONG, LOOONG YEAR DURING COVID. Although many have managed to find creative, safe ways to stay active and engaged during the pandemic, there’s still nothing like getting out for activities with other people like we used to do. This month, the valley’s beloved summer events are slowly coming back to life, and there are even a few new ones in the mix. If Dad’s itching to get out of the house, send him to one of these community happenings in June. Just be mindful of current Covid guidelines—you know the drill—and make sure Mom gets some time to herself, too!
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On June 12, Carbondale Parks & Recreation and Sunlight
SNOWMASS RODEO
Mountain Resort will hold this first-annual sprint triathlon
Every Wednesday night starting June 23, the Snowmass
featuring swimming, biking, and trail running through
Rodeo kicks off at 7:30 p.m. in Snowmass Village. Events
our beautiful valley. Beginning with laps at the John M.
include all the classics: a Grand Entry, bareback riding,
Fleet Pool in Carbondale, participants will then bike Main
team roping, barrel racing, bull riding, and of course,
Street, Thompson Creek Road, Dry Park, and Four Mile
saddle bronc riding. Grab a “cowboy dinner” prepared by
Road before running the Babbish Gulch trail system at
Conundrum Catering (think ribs or pulled pork plus sides)
Sunlight. Proceeds benefit local nonprofits. Register ($75)
and enjoy the show. Tickets ($25) are available at the gate
at TriSignUp.com.
or online at SnowmassRodeo.org.
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This special fundraiser for the kids’ career development and financial literacy nonprofit Youthentity will be enjoyed from the comfort of home this year. Career Academy chefs will prepare a spectacular multi-course meal that can be ordered individually or for a small group. Dinners are available for pick-up on June 23 and 24. A virtual auction will also be held. Meals feature gourmet bread, hors d’oeuvres, soup & salad, mains, sides, and desserts. Purchase tickets at YouthEntity.org. YOUTHENTITY PIG ROAST
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some Jazz Aspen Snowmass (JAS) June Experience performances on June 25, 26, and 27. Artists include the fantastic New Orleans Road Revue featuring Dumpstaphunk, George Porter Jr., and John Cleary. Catch them at one of two 6 p.m. three-course dinner shows at the Hotel Jerome ($250) for a sensational night out. Visit JazzAspenSnowmass.org for tickets and the complete June Experience lineup. CityLifestyle.com/RoaringFork
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A GUIDED FLY FISHING TRIP WITH YOUR SON. My son, Trevor, and I recently decided to take advantage of the skill and guidance of Ryan Davis from Hookers Fly Shop in Glenwood Springs for a full day of fishing fun on the Roaring Fork. As usual, Trevor scored a couple nice rainbows first, and then the bragging and ribbing started. A smile on his face, he lifted an 18-inch trout to the camera and said, “Game on old man." (Me. Ha.) His smile was short-lived because his Dad then hooked up something that took a deep run downstream. Ryan coached me to keep the fish out of the deep swift water and turn him back to the boat. Fifteen minutes later,
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I brought it to the side of the boat and dipped in the net: a 24-inch, five to six pound rainbow trout. Then it was my turn to face the camera with biggest smile I could muster. Trev and I boated about 10-12 nice rainbows and browns each that day--catch and release, of course. It was tremendously fun. If you haven’t done a guided trip before, this summer will be the perfect time to give it a shot. Invite the kids to join, and maybe even
My son with a nice catch. Too
show them that Dad's still got it.
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Rick French is publisher of Roaring Fork Lifestyle. He is a father of four and granddad of five.
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