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LIFESTYLE LETTER

DECEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER

Dan Feehan | dan.feehan@lifestylepubs.com MANAGING EDITOR

Lifestyle Letter HEY THERE!

Cathi Cooper-Feehan cathi.cooper-feehan@lifestylepubs.com STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

Job Martinez | deadoctoberproductions@gmail.com AD DESIGNER

If you had told me a year ago this would be my path - that I, along with my wife,

Chad Jensen

would be reinventing myself and launching a publication like this to serve the com-

L AYO UT DESIGNER

munity that we love so dearly - I might have given you my side-eye of incredulity.

Sara Minor

And yet, here we are! Introducing us: I’m Dan. My wife Cathi and I want to warmly

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Chelsea Iverson

and gratefully welcome you to this work of love. A lot of tears, maybe even some blood and sweat, were a part of the creation of this publication for you and for our community. We’re really happy and so thankful you’re here. We are grateful for the many new relationships, partnerships, and friendships this endeavor brings. As you and your family, or office team, flip through and read the stories in this first of many issues of CityLifestyle Westminster, will you also take time out in the community to thank our business partners? We would not be here without their faith in us. We feel deep gratitude for each business partner and hope you will, too. Many of the meetings required to launch this publication took place at one very special venue. It’s a gathering space that has become very dear to us. That’s why,

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

in this premiere Issue of CityLifestyle Westminster, I’m introducing you to my friend

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

Judy Pepper. She and her late husband Vaughn have been true servant leaders in

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

Westminster, and we offer their story of love and partnership as an example for

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ourselves and our readers.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE DECEMBER 2021

FEATURES 10 Rich & Aromatic Squash Bisque ChefJoy from INTUEAT shares one of his fall favorites.

16 Judy and Vaughn Pepper, A Love for Community and Coffee One of Westminster's favorite coffee shops offers a seat for everyone.

20 Boxes of Socks Collecting 1000 pairs of socks for people experiencing homelessness this winter

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34 Love Your Winter Hair A Colorado stylist's tips to help your hair look and feel great all winter long.

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Culinary Creations

12 DIY 14

Artist’s Palette

22 Trend Setter 24 Driver’s Notebook 26 Giving Back 30 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Healthy Lifestyle

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CULINARY CREATIONS

R I C H & A R O M AT I C S Q UA S H B I S Q U E

WHEN THE DAYS GET SHORTER AND THE NIGHTS GET COLDER, THERE’S NOTHING COZIER THAN A PIPING-HOT BOWL OF FLAVORFUL SOUP ON A SNOWY COLORADO EVENING. ChefJoy from INTUEAT offers this sumptuous squash soup recipe for you to try at home. The rich, hearty textures of squash and the aromas of nutmeg and allspice permeate this butternut squash bisque. It’s sure to be a delight to whomever you serve it!

CHEFJOY FROM INTUEAT SHARES HIS FAVORITE WINTER SOUP.

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Chef Joy

BUTTERNUT SQUASH BISQUE

Pre-heat oven to 450 degrees. Rinse vegetables. Cut top and bottom off squash, spilt in half. Peel and rough chop onion, carrots, and ginger. Place squash on sheet pan, season squash with olive oil, thyme, nutmeg, allspice, salt, pepper. If you are using ground ginger as a substitute – add it here. Roast squash 30 minutes. Roast for an additional 5+ minutes + 1 Larger Butternut Squash + 2-3 Garlic Cloves + 1-2 oz Ginger Root or 1 TBS Ground

ingredient s

+ 2 Large Carrots

if needed. Add carrots, onion, garlic, and ginger to tray with squash. Roast 20 minutes more. A separate tray may be used if you need additional space Heat a large pot on the stove, add oil to coat.Remove vegeta-

+ 3-4 Sprigs Thyme

bles from oven. Peel squash, discard skin.Add roasted veggies to

+ 1 Small Onion

pot, sauté 5 minutes.

+ 2 Bay Leaves + 2 TBS Ground Nutmeg

Add milk and half of the heavy cream. Bring to a simmer until soft enough to mash.

+ 2 TBS Ground Allspice

Remove bay leaves and thyme stems.

+ 1 oz Olive Oil

Garnish with fresh herbs and enjoy!

+ ½ Lb. (1 Stick) Butter + 1 Pint Milk + 1 Pint Heavy Cream + Salt & Pepper to taste + Optional: coconut milk can be substituted for all dairy

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Judy and Vaughn Pepper, A Love for Community and Coffee ONE OF WESTMINSTER'S FAVORITE COFFEE SHOPS OFFERS A SEAT FOR EVERYONE.

CREATING A PUBLICATION LIKE THIS IS ONLY POSSIBLE IN COMMUNITY. The gifts and talents of many people come together over multiple meetings and conversations. A lot of face-to-face conversations turn into important decisions. The venue for a lot of these conversations was a special place in an unassuming shopping center at 112th and Federal. A place where our publisher met new friends including a lovely couple named Vaughn and Judy. Westminster locals who know, know. It’s where to go for coffee when you’re looking for more than the same old cup of drive-thru joe, where you’ll find great coffee drinks, tasty treats, a welcoming atmosphere… along with lots of heart and an inspiring love story. Welcome to Zoe’s Coffee. Before you fall in love with the coffee and the people, owner Judy Pepper (who is grandmother, or “Nana,” to Zoe, the shop’s namesake) says you need to know that the original family business isn’t even coffee--it’s law enforcement. Judy’s late-husband and business partner, Vaughn, served 32 years for the Westminster Police department. He passed away earlier this year. It was because of Vaughn’s job that in 2008, he noticed a coffee kiosk for sale at Westminster City Hall. He had been dreaming of starting a restaurant for awhile, but Judy wasn’t so sure. She thought to herself,

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Judy and Vaugh n’s busi ness story has a lso a lways been thei r love story. As a couple doi ng busi ness together, they i nsti nctively seemed to k now how to ma ke it work.

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JUDY AND VAUGHN PEPPER (CONTINUED)

“if we do this instead, maybe that will keep him busy.” The rest is Zoe’s history: the Peppers were in business, serving up fresh coffee to the city’s civil servants. In spring of 2009, Zoe’s Coffee moved to Commerce City Civic Center where they were reaching even more customers. Then in April 2012, after Vaughn retired from police work, the Peppers, loving the coffee business and working with each other, felt a nudge to move forward with their dream of opening a full-service coffee shop. On July 10, 2012, Zoe’s Coffee in Westminster opened its doors. A few things make Zoe’s special. One is their local focus. Zoe’s is committed to serving to and buying from the local community. Sixty-five percent of their purchases are local, including the Colorado-based Coda coffee. Zoe’s is a place where neighbors chat about their days, business owners conduct meetings, and children come to read a book and get a treat. City officials gather at this hub for community leaders regularly. Zoe’s atmosphere is cozy and functional. When you walk in the door, you’ll notice the warm and welcoming 14-by-12 foot mural of a Tuscan landscape. You’ll also find a cozy sitting area with a TV and bookshelves filled with used books for sale. There’s a special table in the middle of the shop that Judy calls “the confessional.” It’s a small space for 2 or 3, flanked by curtains that frame the table for privacy. It’s the perfect place to enjoy a coffee date or conduct an interview. There is plenty of workspace in the back, where students and professionals can plug in laptops and work away while sipping on their favorite coffee drinks. It really does seem like there is a seat for everyone at Zoe’s. The staff at Zoe’s are more than your ordinary talented baristas. There is Janie, the resident handyperson, who can fix anything. There’s Kami, who is known as the speediest drink maker in the house. Carly is smart and quick and known as someone with leadership potential. Judy feels in her heart that God set her up with a stellar staff

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before her partner - in life and in the coffee business - passed away. Hiring barista Madeline was the last business decision Vaughn and Judy made together. Judy’s family also is involved at Zoe’s. Her daughter Jennifer (Zoe’s mother) often helps out, and her son Shawn brings his mom meals. While every member of the Zoe’s family has a special role, one face is definitely the most popular. His name is Chai, and he’s a three-year-old caramel-colored Shih Tzu. Chai’s likeness graces signs in the shop (you can even buy a shirt with his face on it), and if he happens to be there, he’ll definitely let you scratch behind his ears. You’re never a stranger at Zoe’s. If you get to know Judy and tell her what you do, soon you’ll be meeting other Westminster locals you need to connect with. It’s no wonder Judy knows how to connect with people. The business is based on the love and respect that began with Vaughn and Judy. Judy remembers fondly her first day making and serving coffee with Vaughn. Mainly she remembers how handsome he was, although he didn’t know it, and always conducted himself humbly. Judy and Vaughn’s business story has also always been their love story. As a couple doing business together, they instinctively seemed to know how to make it work. Judy says they agreed about most business decisions pretty easily, as if they were on the same wavelength, even though Vaughn liked to joke with her, too. (A typical early-morning drive together to work might include Judy exclaiming, “I have an idea!” to which Vaughn would humorously reply, “Oh no!”) They began their partnership by writing a list of the other’s best attributes and agreeing to let the other shine and stay in their own lanes. Judy has always been the people person. Vaughn was usually the behind-the-scenes guy. Judy was the spark, and Vaughn provided the practicality--together the team who created such a gem of a hangout. Judy says she’s still learning to run Zoe’s on her own, but she’s got Chai, her amazing staff, her regular customers, and the community of Westminster behind her.

Next time you’re in Zoe’s,

To honor Vaughn Pepper,

why not try the special new

co-owner of Zoe’s Coffee

coffee drink, the Code 4.

and 35-year police veteran, they wanted to create a drink that captures his spirit.

They chose nitro cold brew because it reminds them of Vaughn--strong, smooth, and sweet, and they chose the name “Code 4” because in police work, the phrase indicates that a sit-

In his memory, please enjoy the strong and sweet Code 4 and know that everything is going to be okay.

uation is under control and everyone is safe. When Vaughn would check in with his employees, he often asked, “are you Code 4?”

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GIVING BACK

Gratefully

GIVING AWAY AFTER A SUCCESSFUL CAMPAIGN LAST YEAR, LIFESTYLE PUBLICATIONS IS GIVING $300,000 TO RECIPIENTS IN NEED THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON AND BEYOND... AND WE NEED YOUR HELP!

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Last year’s giveaway campaign culminated in the distribution

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of $250,000 throughout the year to recipients from across the country who had various needs. When the company opened nominations, they were flooded with submissions. Community members such as judges, Anna Sarol

police officers, teachers, mentors, social workers and readers like you nominated community members who were facing hardships. As the eyes and ears of the community, these readers and stakeholders were able to help identify people who might have otherwise gone unnoticed or unrecognized. One such nominee was Anna Sarol. About six years ago Anna was paralyzed in a gymnastics accident when she was a freshman in high school, but until last year she did not have a stairlift in her home. The stairlift was made possible when Lifestyle Publications gave her family $10,000 and made sure it was installed. “Stairlifts don’t come at a feasible price, and unfortunately our insurance denied coverage,” Anna says. “I watched my community come together to help me get this equipment to my house, and words can’t explain how appreciative my family and I are.” The money for Anna’s stairlift was part of the giveaway campaign from the company during the 2020 Christmas season that benefited more than 80 recipients. Among those recipients were single mothers, families with children who were facing illnesses, individuals impacted by the loss of a job, unexpected deaths and more.

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Another nominee was Kathy*, an aunt who is raising her two nephews and niece. The children came from an abusive situation involving violence, drugs, and neglect. Kathy, a single parent, worked tirelessly to provide for these children, but the family was still living in poverty despite her working seven days a week. Additionally, Kathy lost her housecleaning job during the pandemic and resorted to selling tamales to help pay the rent. When a case manager with a Big Brothers Big Sisters foster youth mentoring program heard about Lifestyle’s campaign and call for nominations, she quickly thought of Kathy.

“This funding allowed the children to have a small Christmas tree for the first time ever. Kathy was able to pay her rent and utilities for three months, and the children were able to experience a holiday season in peace without financial stressors.” CONTINUED >

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GIVING BACK (CONTINUED)

“When I shared the news that Kathy was selected and would be receiving $3,000, she cried, screamed, and was in disbelief,” the case manager said. “She immediately wanted to give back to me and the donor by providing endless tamales. This funding allowed the children to have a small Christmas tree for the first time ever. Kathy was able to pay her rent and utilities for three months, and the children were able to experience a holiday season in peace without financial stressors. They experienced Christmas like their peers, which filled them with such pride as it was something they have wished for all their lives.” The case manager says the lesson is clear – when we give back to others, we truly gain so much more in the process. She said she was filled with overwhelming joy when she saw the children’s faces filled with smiles and a Christmas tree in their home for the first time. In addition, the aunt’s expressed desire to give back to others made the giving cycle full circle. In yet another case, Emily* who worked as a janitor at a school, was a recipient. She was struggling to afford simply buying groceries for her children, let alone providing them with a fun Christmas. Before the ongoing difficulties of the pandemic even started, a tornado destroyed the school she worked at just a couple weeks before the initial shutdown in March 2020 which impacted her income as the students attended a nearby school after the building was hit. The whole town was struggling as 220 people were injured and five were killed because of the tornado, and everyone needed encouragement. Emily was incredibly surprised and grateful to receive assistance from the giveaway. The leaders of Lifestyle Publications believe God has blessed them, so they want to be a blessing and encouragement to others. With this year’s giveaway being increased to $300,000 to give away throughout the year, it’s clear this is an opportunity to change many lives in the same way Anna’s was changed. “As a 2020 recipient of the Christmas giveaway, I am forever grateful I now can access my basement independently,” Anna says. “Locating a fully accessible household in my area is nearly impossible, and living in a state that experiences tornado warnings means finding a way to get to my basement by myself is crucial. Not only this, but I also now have the option of utilizing another level of my house to hang out with friends and family.” *Names changed for privacy

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WE NEED YOUR HELP TO GIVE AWAY $3OO,OOO This year the company will have nominations for the giveaway open from December 1-15, 2021. To submit a nomination, follow @CityLifestyle on Instagram and fill out the form found in the bio link. The amount given to each recipient will be based on need. The leaders of Lifestyle Publications believe God has blessed them with their company’s continued success, so they in turn wish to be a blessing and encouragement to others as they increase the amount of this year’s giveaway to those in need to $300,000 for the year.

Nominate HERE! Follow @citylifestyle on Instagram

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DECEMBER

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

5-19

CHRISTMAS AT GAYLORD ROCKIES

INTERMEDIATE BIRD WALK

FREE FESTIVE CARRIAGE RIDES

All through December, celebrate

How many bird species can you find

Free carriage rides, starting at the

Christmas with your family at Gaylord

at Standley Lake? Just over 220 have

entrance of Macy’s, and circling the

Rockies. Explore acres of twinkling

been reported at one of our three

shopping complex. First come, first

lights, more than 12 hours of exciting

eBird hotspots! Grab your binoculars

serve. Bring the family, a warm blan-

activities, shows, and events.

and hit the trail with other birders in

ket, some hot cocoa, and enjoy a ride

search of one of the many species

with our gentle Clydesdales. Tips for

that call Standley Lake home. These

drivers are greatly appreciated.

Gaylord Rockies | 7:00 PM

REND COLLECTIVE: JOLLY IRISH CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA Life Fellowship Church

Hailing from a small town off the

Standley Lake Regional Park | 8:00 AM

Orchard Town Center

bird walks are perfect for those with some bird identification experience.

10 DINE LOCAL LUNCH MOB TBA

LIVE PAINTING WITH SARAH LARSEN

Dine local to support our area busi-

Kowen Gallery, 11857 Bradburn Blvd,

You have to eat lunch, don't you? Do it

event. They've seen much success in

Westminster | 5:00 PM

while you network with other business

the Christian music scene and have

Meet your favorite artists in person

professionals and support our com-

released 2 festive Christmas albums.

this holiday at Kowen Gallery. Sarah

munity. Hosted by the Westminster

will be painting live in the gallery

Chamber's Ambassadors Committee.

showing off her amazing skills mak-

The "mob" term implies that a week

ing art for you! "Something I hadn’t

before the event, the venue is released

ALL-OUT FA LA LA

anticipated upon embarking on this

to surprise the restaurant! Visit

art journey are all the incredible peo-

westminsterchamber.biz for more.

coast of Northern Ireland, Rend Collective celebrates the season and God's glory with this musical

Westminster City Park

ple I’ve encountered along the way!"

A running event featuring a distance for

- SARAH LARSEN

everyone: 5K, 10K and Half Marathon. Virtual participation is also available. Register www.imathlete.com.

GRAND MENORAH LIGHTING EVENT

HOLIDAY LIGHTING CEREMONY

nesses during this challenging time.

11 PHOTOS WITH SANTA - MAGGIE FAST AT WEST + MAIN

Resolute Tap & Cellar, 18148 W 92nd

The Orchard Town Center | 4:00 PM

Ln Suite 100, Arvada | 12:30 PM

Come and celebrate Chanukah

Santa's Coming to Resolute! Stop by

with The Orchard’s Grand Menorah

for photos with Santa (kids and pets

Westminster City Hall | 5:30 PM

Lighting Celebration. Enjoy live

are welcome)! Your first professional

Experience the magical wonderland

music, latkahs, donuts, hot bever-

photo is FREE courtesy of Maggie

of lights at Westminster City Hall

ages and a variety of performances.

Fast with West + Main Homes! Bring

during the annual Holiday Lighting

Hosted by The Chabad of NW

a pet food donation for the Colorado

Ceremony, complete with live holiday

Metro Denver in loving memory of

Pet Pantry for a 20% off coupon to

music, food trucks, and of course, a

Jessica Ridgeway on The Orchard

redeem at the event for your beer pur-

visit with Santa! The full-size sleigh

entertainment stage.

chase! Food Truck: The Dumpling Deli

and kid-size train are perfect settings for family photos. Dress warmly—the event is mostly outside!

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REALTY REPORT NEIGHBORHOOD

WESTMINSTER

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Legacy Ridge

$789,375

$820,000

103.90%

Bradburn

$884,980

$898,280

101.50%

Hyland Greens East

$777,500

$830,500

106.80%

Home Farm

$915,000

$903,391

98.70%

Savory Farm

$854,500

$840,000

98.30%

Legacy Ridge West

$745,975

$744,500

99.80%

Tanglewood

$795,000

$847,500

106.60%

The Village At Harmony Park

$799,450

$812,500

101.60%

Country Club Highlands

$782,450

$778,750

99.50%

East Bradburn

$740,000

$800,000

108.10%

Information obtained through REColorado Multiple Listing Service. This reflects a 45 day time period prior to the print deadline.

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Please note: At this time, donors

Based on Charles Dickens’ classic

must bring and wear a mask or cloth-

novel, A Christmas Carol illumi-

HISTORIC WESTMINSTER ART DISTRICT SECOND SATURDAY ART WALK

based face-covering when giving

nates the meaning of the holiday

blood. Vitalant staff members are

season in a way that has resonated

doing the same.

for generations.

Aar River Gallery

Experience that hometown feeling as you stroll the streets of the Historic Westminster Art District located

between

Lowell

and

19 ELF IN CONCERT

Boettcher Concert Hall at Denver

Bradburn on 73rd. The Aar River

Performing Arts Complex | 2:30 PM

Gallery at 3707 W. 73rd displays

Your Colorado Symphony will be

the work of 30+ local artists in a

performing every note from the orig-

variety of mediums, sizes, prices,

inal full film score, while the movie is

and styles. You will also find a great

simultaneously projected on screens

selection of handmade gift items.

in Boettcher Concert Hall. Stay for the credits, you’ll be glad you did!

BLOOD DRIVE

above Bitto Bistro, 14697 Delaware Street, Suite 240 | 10:00 AM

GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE THIS

DISNEY’S A MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL IN CONCERT Boettcher Concert Hall at Denver

HOLIDAY SEASON. Orchard Town

Performing Arts Complex | 7:00 PM

Would you like to get in touch with

Center and Vitalant are teaming up

The highly anticipated return of

us? We would love to hear from you!

again for a one-day blood drive

Denver’s holiday tradition, A Christmas

To schedule an appointment call

Carol promises to warm your heart

Westminster using the Get In Touch

303-363-2300

and

link and let us know what you think.

renew

your

holiday

spirit.

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

LOVE YOU R WINTER HAIR

5 TIPS TO KEEP YOUR HAIR LOOKING & FEELING GREAT ALL WINTER LONG

SARAH GARCIA IS THE OWNER AND LEAD STYLIST AT SHE LOVES HAIR SALON. A Master Colorist who also specializes in hand-tied extensions, Sarah believes in giving each client a personal, customized experience. Sarah loves perfecting classic styles as well as being up-to-date with current beauty trends. As we’re entering drier months that can wreak havoc on our hair, Sarah offers five of her best tips to keep your tresses shiny and smooth through the dry, chilly months. Oh, and just for fun, here’s Sarah’s bonus sixth tip: “Be sure to drink lots of red wine to get you through those long winter nights!”

PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHELSEA IVERSON, CMI PHOTOGRAPHY

Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp. With Colorado’s dry winters, we

recommend a scalp exfoliator at least once a week to help with build-up removal. Our favorite is R+Co Submarine.

In Colorado winter, dry shampoo should be your best friend! Stop

shampooing so much--three times per week at most. Use dry shampoo on the off days to help absorb oil and keep your hair looking and smelling fresh. Death Valley by R+Co gives lots of body while absorbing oil.

You definitely need a good multi-tasking leave-in spray for winters here, too. Our

favorite is Pureology 21 Color Fanatic, which has 21 benefits and is safe on color.

Did you know that if your hair is often full of static, it means its lacking moisture?

A hair mask twice per month keeps hair moisturized and also helps with static. A favorite product of ours to keep moisture in and static away is Olaplex No. 8.

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Sleeping on a satin pillow case throughout the winter will keep your

hair frizz free and shiny, while also prolonging your style.

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