Entertainment

Classical Music for the Masses

A Conductor for the 21st Century: Symphony of the Rockies’ Devin Patrick Hughes Article by Sonja Nix | Photography by Lisa Lord Artistic Director and Conductor of Symphony of the Rockies Devin Patrick Hughes’ passion for symphonic music is as palpable as his red shoes. Think of the dramatic opening of Beethoven’s Symphony Number 5, its strings hitting each note of this well-known melody with conviction and urgency. Or Mozart’s Symphony 40 in G-minor’s galloping, almost optimistic beginning...

Health + Wellness

Recovery With Zivel

Making Recovery a Vital Part of Everyday Life Article by Kristen Gonzales | Photography by provided Whether people are competitive athletes, avid exercisers, dealing with chronic pain, autoimmune diseases, or mental health issues, various forms of recovery help alleviate the body’s stress and inflammation. “We’re all walking around with inflammation,” says Deena Taylor, owner of Zivel Performance and Recovery in Highlands Ranch. “All of our services, one of them, if not all, are going to...

Arts + Culture

Courage Crosses

Artist Amy Dixon Channels Inspiration into Lenten Tithing Article by Amy Dixon | Photography by provided Last year, I gave away 120 small (5x7” and 6x6”) original collaged paintings to mostly strangers via social media. The idea emerged in church on Ash Wednesday, pondering if I thought I could actually succeed in “giving up” something for Lent. Instead, I focused on something positive and paid it forward with art — in a sense, tithing art to individuals to spread a bit of light into the lives...

Food + Beverage

Around Town: Favorite Date Night

Celebrate Valentine's Day Like a Local Article by Sonja Nix Highlands Ranch City Lifestyle asked three local movers and shakers how they like to spend their date nights. From an at-home cozy evening to a night on the town, you'll find something that interests you and your beloved. Lone Tree Mayor Marissa Harmon and her husband, Chris, love to spend time right here in the Lone Tree community. Dinner at Sierra, followed by a show at the Lone Tree Arts Center suits them perfectly. Sometimes...