Event Planning + Services

110-Acre Slice of Colorado Heaven

Pikes Peak Ranch: Providing a Space for Intentional Gathering Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by Mallory Munson Photography, Mado Photography, Beyond Me Photography, Denunzio s Photography Jack and Mariah Hoesley met in 2015 at the University of Colorado. For many years, they maintained a close friendship and eventually became a couple. They discovered over time that their dreams, aspirations, and goals in life were very much aligned. The Guiding Philosophy They both believe in the...

June 2024

Sports + Recreation

Stay Where You Want To Play

Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort: More Than Just a Place To Lay Your Head Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Nestled amongst the trees on just over four acres of land is one of the most unique resort properties in Colorado. Just a mile from the Garden of the Gods, guests can literally bike in and bike out to various local tourist attractions. Built in 1919, Buffalo Lodge was originally designated for hunters. In the 1930s, cottages were added and the property...

June 2024

Food + Beverage

Wood's Southside Cocktail

Photography by Woods High Mountain Distillery In a shaker, muddle 4-6 mint leaves with 1/2 oz simple syrup. Fill shaker with ice and add: 1 1/2 oz Wood's High Mountain Distillery Treeline Gin 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice Shake well and strain into either a coupe glass to drink neat, or a low-ball with ice for a summer refresher Garnish with sprig of fresh mint and a lemon wheel Wood’s High Mountain Distillery was founded with the goal to bottle their passion for outdoor adventures...

June 2024

Arts + Culture

Balancing Craft and Design

FishRule Studios Creates Beauty Out of Wood Article by Lindsay Tallman | Photography by Kyle Hageman Kyle Hageman and Heather Horton are partners in life and in business. As married co-owners of FishRule Studios, a woodworking company that creates high-quality products for the kitchen and home, Hageman and Horton bring a wonderful balance of craft and design to their products. In 2015, they seized an opportunity to create a business based on his love for woodworking and her interest in art...

June 2024

Food + Beverage

The Perfect “Walk & Eat” Street Food

4th Avenue Crepes: Spreading Joy, One Crepe at a Time Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by 4th Avenue Crepes Amy Balagot has worked in the culinary industry for more than two decades and has loved every minute of it. Her passion led to a pastry instructor position at Pikes Peak State College as well as educating high school students through a program called Career Start. “Teaching young people to cook and introducing them to a potential career has been one of my favorite experiences in...

June 2024

Style + Beauty

An Enchanted Weekend

Goodwill of Colorado: Taking Giving to New Heights Article by Ashley Hamershock | Photography by Devin Richter & Sunchaser Studios In the heart of the Front Range, Goodwill of Colorado is gearing up for its eighth annual fundraising extravaganza: An Enchanted Weekend. From chic fashion finds to swinging clubs on the green, from Napa-style tastings to virtual auctions, this weekend promises a blend of elegance, fun, and above all... generosity. Here's a sneak peek at what awaits attendees...

June 2024

Education

Celebrate the Olympics + Paralympics

Block Party, Athlete Meet and Greets, Sports Clinics and More this Summer at the Colorado Springs Olympic and Paralympic Museum Article by Rochelle Reeder | Photography by Jason O'Rear, Nic Lehoux, Richard Bittles & Ryan Kost We are Olympic City USA. Colorado Springs has the unique opportunity to host the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training Center, the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, more than two dozen National Governing Bodies and Paralympic Sport organizations, and most recently...

June 2024

Style + Beauty

The Ultimate Accessory

Third-Generation Hat Shaper Parker Thomas Carries on a Family Legacy Article by Rochelle Reeder | Photography by Parker Thomas, Meredith Diamond Photography, Jensen Sutta Photography Historically, the hat has been the ultimate accessory. Whether serving a functional purpose or expressing status, it has unarguably become known as a form of self-expression. Indiana Jones’ brown fedora, Charlie Chaplain’s bowler, Sherlock Holmes’ deerstalker, Jack Sparrow’s tricorne are all iconic hats in cinema...

June 2024

Food + Beverage

House-Made + Delicious

Sonora’s Prime Meat & Carniceria: Meat and So Much More Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by Sonora's Prime Growing up in Mexico, Jasmine Fletes and Omar Teyechea were raised to be very proud of their culture and traditions. Their family recipes were passed down from previous generations to connect them with their heritage. “I want people to have the chance to enjoy and appreciate our culture. We love our traditions and our food. We want to show people just how varied Mexican cuisine can...

June 2024

Arts + Culture

Driven to Create

Local Artist Kevin A. Johnson Inspires Article by Lindsay Tallman | Photography by Kevin Johnson & Auric Gallery Kevin A. Johnson knew from a very young age that he wanted to be an artist. Inspired by his Aunt Mary, a painter, and a close family friend who was also a painter, he knew that being an artist was what he wanted to do with his life. His has been a journey in that one direction. Johnson recounts that as a kid, “I already knew exactly what I wanted to do.” He draws inspiration from...

May 2024