Windsor, CO March 2024

Home Is Where the Heart Is

I Hope Your Home Tells Your Story

The word "Home" to me means cozy, inviting, and warm.  It is where I feel safe, relaxed and where I rest my head.  It is a space that my husband and I have created together that we love to share with friends and family.

What story does your home tell others?

This month's publication marks one year since we have been bringing stories, events, and community to your door. We hope these pages bring you inspiration and highlight the wonderful local businesses that help make Windsor so special. In this 'Home' issue you'll find inspiration from Keri Andre's designs, The Pineapple Market's Vintage looks, and some good ole home-cooked meals for seniors by Evey. As you flip through the pages of this issue, we hope you will feel encouraged and connected to the people around you in your town, neighborhood, and most of all in your home. Thank you for letting us be just a small part of it!

MISTY DOCKINS, PUBLISHER

@WINDSORCITYLIFESTYLE

Misty Dockins | misty.dockins@citylifestyle.com

Brittany Bisceglia | brittany.bisceglia@citylifestyle.com

Brittany Bisceglia, Dana Olson, Evey Post

Photos by Diandra, John Robson Photography, Evey Post, Shane Blehm,

city scene

1: Proud painters showcasing their finished pieces at Picasso and Wine! 2: Windsor Lifestyle and other businesses networking at Regional Business After Hours at the Blue Arena. 3: Huge congrats to all the competitors who did an amazing job at Hoedown Hill! @hoedownhill 4: The run.Windsor crew took a cold plunge at Windsor Lake to round out 2023. 5: Get’n down on Hoedown Hill! @hoedownhill 6: David with the Windsor Mill, discussing single barrels offered at one of their many events. 7: Enjoying the slopes together at Hoedown Hill! @hoedownhill

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8: Wire Wrapping Workshop with Rob Zimmerman at The Pineapple Market. 9: Thank you for the memories at Cacciatore at Heller’s Kitchen!!!! 10: Move Through the Darkness Challenge impacted 500+ participants nationwide fostering physical, mental, and emotional health. 11: Dr Althoff and Jenny Ehrhart with Althoff Wellness learning more at a conference in Dallas 12: Chris Goering was so excited about his purchase at The Pineapple Market. Camera Heaven! 13: Althoff Wellness team doing one of their monthly Neuropathy Seminars 14: Kari with Bumble Bee Blinds at Grainhouse meeting Dude Dad. @bumblebeeblinds.northcolorado

Eco-Reporters is Windsor’s Homeschool Hiking Club

Eco-Reporters is Windsor’s homeschool hiking club! Once a month the Town of Windsor Museums’ nature educator and a group of students ages 7-12 trek the trails and record observations of Windsor wildlife and nature. Through art, experiments, and hiking in Windsor’s habitats, students explore the outdoors and discover what it means to be a nature journalist. Visit recreationliveshere.com/RecReg to register or call 970-674-3532 for more information

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Congratulations Susie Larson on your Promotion at The Town of Windsor

The Town of Windsor announces Susie Larson’s well-deserved promotion to Economic Development Specialist, recognizing her expertise in business development, education, and technology. With a BS in Communications and a Master’s in Education Administration, Susie brings a wealth of knowledge to serve the community. Achieving Diamond in dōTERRA showcases her success and ability to support other entrepreneurs. Her diverse background and outstanding achievements make her a valuable asset. Congratulations to Susie on this significant milestone!

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Congratulations Terry Schwindler on your Promotion at The Town of Windsor

Congratulations to Terry Schwindler on her promotion to Economic Development Manager at the Town of Windsor! With her Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) designation from the International Economic Development Council and 12 years of experience in Economic Development, Terry is wellequipped to excel in her new role. Her focus on attracting new businesses to the town, spanning industrial, commercial, office, and retail sectors, showcases her commitment to the economic growth of Windsor. We wish Terry continued success in her endeavors!

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Photography by Rachel with Lumen Creative Co

Photography by Abby Kotecki

Celebrating DJ Lil Coop’s Incredible News

A kidney donor has been found! After a long and courageous journey, the wait is over and a new chapter begins for Lil Coop. This life-changing gift will allow him to continue pursuing his passion for music. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the selfless donor and their family, whose kindness and generosity have made this miracle possible. Let’s come together to rejoice in this remarkable moment and support DJ Lil Coop as he embarks on a brighter and healthier future.

Welcome 2 Fantastic Stylists to the Suite C Salon Team

Regina Aguilar and Whitney Clerk bring talent, creativity, and passion for the art of hairstyling. We can’t wait for you to meet them and experience the fresh perspectives they bring to our salon. To celebrate their arrival, we’re offering you the chance to book your next appointment with them. Call us today at 970-686-0400 or visit  www.suitecsalon.com to book online. We look forward to continuing to provide you with exceptional service and unforgettable salon experiences.

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Designing Beauty Academy has Moved

Designing Beauty Academy has moved into its new location!  Come see this beautiful state-of-the-art school located at 621 Innovation Circle Unit A.  DBA is excited to share this next chapter with their current/ future students along with their loyal clientele.  Schedule an appointment through March for a complimentary blowout service from their students.

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Sage Dermatology is Now Open

Dr. Ecker created Sage Dermatology with the mission statement, “Patients before profits.” Our providers take pride in practicing patient-centered medicine and really getting to know their patients. We accept all major insurances including Medicare.

Book online at  sagedermcare.com or call us at 970-682-3377 to schedule an appointment.

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VINTAGE NEW LOOKS

ARTICLE BY BRITTANY BISCEGLIA PHOTOGRAPHY BY PHOTOS BY DIANDRA

Vintage pieces are beloved for their craftsmanship and attention to detail, giving you a look into the designs of the past.  Owner, Shana Stolz of The Pineapple Market loves finding old and new pieces and pairing them together.  She loves combining a colorful, bright new item with an aged, and lovingly worn-out old piece.  When it comes to vintage furniture, Shana loves keeping natural wood original, and the more dings the better! One of her favorite pieces is an old postal cabinet that has open slots where the mailman would set everyone's mail, just simply there, out in the open, perhaps providing a glimpse into the behavior of people almost a century ago.  The fossilized smudges and nicks of residents fetching their mail day

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in and day out.  Pairing new decor with old designs brings those vintage pieces back to life and keeps their story going.  When customers walk in her store door, Shana loves to observe them smile, and release a calm exhale as they quietly walk around and admire all of the intricacies.  All humans need a dose of nostalgia now and then.  To feel that warm spark of a memory that whisks you away for a few moments!  New pieces seem to enhance old ones and while one item was made over 100 years earlier the two items almost seem made for each other.  Shana likes to remind her customers who are looking to explore and decorate, that when you find a piece that moves you, go for it!  Don't worry if it matches the display you saw online or in a store, have the confidence to be creative on your own!   To help guide her customers in creating their personal space, Shana likes to remind people to keep the following three design tips in mind: First, have a theme and don't let it get lost, sometimes less is more. Second, decorate in sets of three by combining three different sizes, colors, or textures.  And third, always have a "wow" piece that is bright and attractive, and also neutral and classic. But most of all, give yourself some credit and have fun rejuvenating your soul while rejuvenating some decor!

Home Cooked Meals Without The Work

CHEFS

FOR SENIORS MAKES HEALTHY EATING EASY FOR SENIORS WHO WISH TO AGE AT HOME

ARTICLE BY EVEY POST PHOTOGRAPHY BY EVEY POST, SHANE BLEHM, M.O.D. PHOTOGRAPHY

As we approach our golden years, many of us develop a vision of what we would like our lives to look like after retirement, where we will live, and how we will spend our time. That vision often includes a desire to stay in our homes, filling our free time with hobbies and social lives. It

seldom includes spending time on chores like cooking. Which is why Chefs For Seniors was conceived. Father and son team Barrett and Nathan Allman started Chefs For Seniors in 2013 in Madison, Wisconsin. The Allmans were inspired by the needs of an older family member who

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Pepper Steak and Beef Stroganoff.

couldn’t cook meals for themself and had to enter assisted living. The meal prep service has been featured by NPR, The Boston Globe, Fast Company, and more. Since that time the company has expanded into a nationwide network of local chefs and small business owners working to meet the needs of seniors who wish to age at home. Here on the Northern Front Range, Chef Evey Post owns and operates the Chefs For Seniors franchise, which serves Windsor, Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley, and Timnath. Ms. Post has worked in many area restaurants, including Windsor’s own

Chimney Park, and Door 222 in Loveland.  “Chefs For Seniors differs from other meal prep services because we work with our clients on an individual basis. We don’t mass produce meals in a commissary kitchen. We come to our clients and cook in their homes. That lets us really customize what we do. We can work with special dietary needs, which is often a factor as people age and deal with health issues.” says Ms. Post.  “One of the things we like to say is “we don’t deliver meals; we deliver a chef!” The service starts with the chef doing a grocery shop for fresh items, then coming to the home and spending about three hours there.

Fennel and Pear Bisque

Clients typically use the service anywhere from once a week, to once a month. Most of the meals prepared can be frozen until ready to be enjoyed.  Prices start at $165 plus the cost of groceries for a standard service, which provides 12 to 14 chef-made, wholesome, prepared-from-scratch meals.

When asked her favorite part of the job, Chef Evey responded, “I absolutely love what I do! For myself and my chefs,

spending time getting to know our clients, building relationships, and caring for them by providing a needed service is incredibly gratifying.”

If you are interested in learning more about Chefs For Seniors visit the website at www.chefsforseniors.com/fort-collins where you can view their menu offerings, read blog posts about healthy eating for seniors, and more.

Evey with Chefs for Seniors Founders Barrett Allman and Nathan Allman at podium.

The Story That Your HOME TELLS

OTHERS

ARTICLE BY DANA OLSON PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOHN ROBSON PHOTOGRAPHY

The Power of Making a House a Home

Keri Andre loves designing spaces and emphasizes the importance of incorporating distinctive pieces that tell stories in order to create the unique and authentic sanctuary that is your home. “You can have an Ethan Allen showroom look, but design falls flat if you don’t interject yourself into the design.” Her experience staging homes while working in real estate, her own design studies, and gleanings from her builder brother have influenced Keri as a designer. She used her talents to create a safe haven for her husband and their three sons.

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Adorned with pieces of her family’s heritage and reflections of her life, Keri’s home communicates all she holds dear while maintaining functionality and style. For instance, a glass case in her entryway highlights heirlooms from the Southern Ute Indian Reservation in Ignacio, Colorado on which her mother’s grandfather grew up. Forging a friendship with the tribe and Buckskin Charlie, the last Ute Chief, Keri’s great-grandfather shared horseback rides and Thanksgiving dinners with the chief. The friendship even gave rise to Keri’s great-grandfather receiving full Eagle headdresses from the tribe.  Atop the glass

case is a map of her family’s 40-acre cattle ranch in Steamboat Springs where Keri grew up. Also featured in her home is a vintage upright piano that belonged to her great, great, great aunt.  Keri’s mother played that piano, and Keri hopes one day to learn to play and share that with her grandchildren.

A pallet that once held the hay bales of the last horses Keri owned now serves as a coffee table.  The master bedroom stands out as an important room for Keri and her husband. “It’s our private space where we start the day together and end the day together.” To add to its specialness, one wall is dressed with wood from the barn in

“You can have an Ethan Allen showroom look, but the design falls flat if you don’t interject you into the design. Your home should tell a story about those you love.”

-Keri Andre

which Keri and her brother used to raise cattle. Also in the room is a chair from her grandfather’s law office that serves as a symbol of her admiration for her grandfather.  Keri attaches particular importance to the dining room table. “One of the altars in your sanctuary is your dining room table because that’s where you learn about your family.

I have a great time dressing up the table and just making it feel special because those people sitting around the table are special to me.”  Showcasing her values, Keri’s home tells her story beautifully, “It’s an outward expression of me caring for the people that I love.”  For inquiries contact keri@sanctuaryrevealeddesign.com.

TRANSFORM YOUR LIVING SPACE INTO A

ZONE BLUE

What’s the secret to a happy, healthy, and long life? Believe it or not, it’s actually quite simple: There are no secret ingredients, no sizable expenditures, and absolutely zero manufactured elements of any kind. Dive in with us as we share insights from our interview with the internationally renowned Blue Zones Founder, National Geographic Explorer, and award-winning journalist who is revolutionizing the way Americans make choices that can lead to living your best life.

For over twenty years, Dan Buettner has been fully committed to studying the health and longevity of Americans as well as influencing the proper and attainable health-centric environments our communities should embody. What started with identifying five “blue zones” around the world where people are both living longer as well as enjoying a higher quality of life in their elder years has now also evolved into proactively creating eco-systems where our communities engage in setting the standard for clean health.

Buettner’s first cookbook, The Blue Zones Kitchen, is a fantastic resource featuring ingredients and cooking methods that can increase longevity, wellness, and mental health. The recipes also include lifestyle tips such as proper portion sizes and the best times to eat dinner. Plus, check out his additional seven books that dig deep into the exact foods you should eat to how your circle of friends and family can influence your quality of life.

Every time you go out to eat, you will consume an extra 300 calories that are laden with more sodium, sugar, and oil than eating at home. “Get your hands on a plant-based cookbook, pick a dozen recipes, and cook those with your family on Sundays. If you make the effort to cook it with your family, you will gain the skills and learn to make some good and whole food plant-based recipes.”

New York Times Best Selling Author and Netflix Producer, Dan Buettner, Inspires a Better Life Based on Research from the World’s Healthiest Cultures.

Tap into Dan’s wisdom that is creating a new category of places that are not merely the legacy of a healthy culture, but more consciously created by enlightened individuals that are intent on supercharging healthier communities!

Follow @DanBuettner and @BlueZones for full insights and visit BlueZones.com to shop exclusive products.

realty report

*DOM = number of days until property went under contract Information generated from IRES, the MLS system used by our office. All reported sales were not necessarily listed or sold by the reporting broker. Windsor Residential only. The data is intended to show only trends in the area.

MARCH 2024

events

A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS

WEEKLY

Beginning Stained Glass Classes at AEI Studio and Gifts

503 Main Street, Windsor, CO

Adult Classes- Learn the basics of creating stained glass projects.  Learn about different types of glass, how to handle, cut and grind the glass.  Also learn how to solder and finish your glass project using the copper foil method. Instructed by Pamela Tallon.  $130/4 Sessions. For more information visit www.aeistudioandgifts.com/create.

SATURDAYS

Family Funday at Picasso and Wine- Beginners Friendly Day

1540 Main St. #236 Windsor, CO 80550

Picasso and Wine’s Family Day is held every Saturday from 10:00 am. – 12:00pm.  Painters of all ages are welcome and the cost is $25 per painter.

MARCH 6TH

Women Reads Book Club at Words of Windsor

631 Birch Street, Unit B, Windsor, CO | 6:00 PM

Held the first Wednesday of each month at 6pm.  We're going to read romance and talk about all things romance! As always, books must be purchased from Words of Windsor. For more information visit www.wordsofwindsor.com

MARCH 8TH

Free Live Music at Mighty River Brewing with Aubrey Dale

6383 Fairgrounds Avenue, Suite 200, Windsor, CO | 6:00 PM

Come out and enjoy an evening of Free Live Music by Aubrey Dale at Mighty River Brewing!

MARCH 8TH

Daddy Daughter Dance at Windsor Rec Center

250 11th Street, Windsor, CO | 6:00 PM

The evening features a country western dance, light refreshments, and activities for you and your child to enjoy. Registration will close one week prior on  March 1st. When registering please register both your child and the accompanying parent. Call (970)- 674-3500 to register; online registration is not available for this event.

MARCH 10TH

Colorado Bridal Show at Embassy Suites in Loveland

4705 Clydesdale Parkway Loveland, CO 80538 | 11:00 AM

Plan Your Wedding at Colorado's Largest & Longest Running Bridal Show!  For more information & tickets visit  www.theexpopros.com/ftcollins-bridal-attend

MARCH 12TH

Mini Paper Lanterns at Windsor-Severance Library

720 3rd Street, Windsor, CO | 3:00 PM

Many cultures around the globe feature paper lanterns in festivals and other celebrations. Join us for this session of Getting Crafty as we draw inspiration from this wonderful tradition and create lanterns to light your night!  For ages 6-12. Registration is required. Visit www.clearviewlibrary.org and go to Events. We will meet in the Pikes Peak room in the Windsor-Severance Library.

MARCH 16TH

Lucky Brew Race 5k, 10k, and 15k

7025 Eastman Park Dr Windsor, CO US 80550 | 9:00 AM

Brought to you by run.Windsor, all participants will receive chip timing, photos, Lucky Brew Socks and a great after party, complete with beverages, food trucks and an awards ceremony for top finishers. Starting and ending at Eastman Park, you’ll love views of Longs Peak as you run out and back on the Poudre River Trail. Register at luckybrewrace.com

MARCH 22ND

Sage Dermatology’s Ribbon Cutting with the Windsor Chamber

1555 Main Street A-6 Windsor | 4:00 PM

Come and Meet Dr Ecker and his team. They will be giving tours and answering any questions you may have.

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events

MARCH 28TH-30TH

Spring Open House at The Pineapple Market

217 5th Street, Windsor, CO | 10:00 AM

Welcome in Spring with us! New clothing, home decor, and local made gifts from over 40 local NOCO makers!  PLUS, enter to win a $100 gift card each day we’re open! We will draw the winner on Saturday, March 30th.  Open House will run March 28th-30th from 10am to 4pm, being closed the 27th to flip the shop.

MARCH 29TH

Easter Eggstravaganza at Windsor Rec Center

250 11th Street, Windsor, CO | 10:00 AM

The Easter Bunny is stopping by to celebrate the 16th annual Easter Eggstravaganza! Search for eggs at the indoor pool; take part in traditional egg hunt in the main gym; and enjoy open gym activities, games, and crafts. Don’t forget your egg basket and swimsuit. Pre-registration is required. Please call (970)-674-3500 or visit  https://bit.ly/ EasterEggstravaganza24

APRIL 4TH-7TH

Disney on Ice: Mickey’s Search Party

Blue Arena at The Ranch 5290 Arena Circle, Loveland, CO

Get your tickets to the classic and beloved Disney on Ice! This year the show will be about Mickey Mouse and his search party friends! Visit  www.treventscomplex.com to reserve your seats!

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