Arts + Culture

Dream and Live Audaciously

Meet Your Neighbor: Darcy Nelson and her Music Article by Highlands Ranch City Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Josh Gray of Eclpst Tell us a little about yourself I’m Darcy — singer, songwriter and professional feel-all-the-feelings human. I moved to Colorado in 2018 for a fresh start, hoping to continue my career in marketing for the arts, but found myself busking at farmers' markets in Highlands Ranch and the South Metro Denver area after not landing my dream job. I’ve been in Colorado...

Life + Culture

Celebrate Your Galentines

Honoring the Cherished and Beloved Friends We Hold Dear Article by Angie Jehu “A good friend is like a four-leaf clover; hard to find and lucky to have.” ~ Irish Proverb The month of February is traditionally associated with heart-shaped boxes of chocolates, exquisite floral arrangements and random acts of kindness. Consequently, an "unofficial" holiday celebrating the significant bonds of friendship, known as Galentine’s Day, is gaining popularity. The observance is typically recognized on...

Arts + Culture

Find Your Artistic Center In The In-Between

Douglas County Art Teacher Jeanne Oliver On Creating A Life Of Creativity, On Purpose Article by Jennifer Starbuck Creativity is calling. In the quiet when the littles are down for a nap or on the daily commute. It calls during the in-between , those moments on the edges of work, and laundry and sports practice. Douglas County artist, teacher and entrepreneur Jeanne Oliver wants you to listen to that calling, and let creativity be a source of joy in your life. All it takes is a daily...

Local Services

Calling All Modern Makers & Vintage Lovers

An Artisan Round Up at Modern Vintage Marketplace Article by Sonja Nix RR Metal , created by metalsmith Rachael Rush-Tarverdi, offers handcrafted jewelry, trinket trays, garden markers and metal keepsakes. The collection of copper, brass, and pewter pieces is perfect for gifting, keeping, and everyday use. Michelle, the artist behind From The Dust Pottery, creates functional and whimsical pottery in her home. She hopes to bring smiles to those who see her work.  The Innovative Artisan ...

Arts + Culture

Steel Magnolias: A Story That Lives Here

Local Artists and the Shared Experience of Live Theater at the Lone Tree Arts Center Article by Sonja Nix “ I do not see plays, because I can nap at home for free, " famously declares Ouiser Boudreaux from Truvy Jones’ beauty shop chair in the 1989 movie Steel Magnolias.    We disagree.   This spring, Steel Magnolias arrives at the Lone Tree Arts Center. Through conversation, humor and shared loss, the play explores the bonds among six women whose relationships power the story. Its focus...

Life + Culture

Innovating For Mental Health

Robin Glenn of Lone Tree Continues Transforming Lives Through Work In Therapy and Entrepreneurship Article by Jennifer Starbuck | Photography by Lindsay Barlow Robin Glenn has spent most of her career as a therapist innovating and building scalable curriculum in education. Despite an impressive resume that includes descriptors such as tech founder, entrepreneur and mental health innovator, the heart behind what Robin does every day is motivated by one thing: improving the lives of as many...

Food + Beverage

Chicken Noodle Soup

Start With Stock, The Rest Just Comes Together Article by Jennifer Starbuck | Photography by Lisa Lord of LiLo Photography For me, chicken soup is all about the broth. And broth long-simmered from a whole chicken and aromatics is the only way you’ll get a deep, rich meaty flavor. That’s why we’re here, right? If it has to be watery, vapid canned broth or bouillon paste, I’d rather eat a sandwich. Once you have your broth, everything else is a bonus: Chopped up odds and ends from your fridge...

Health + Wellness

Crystal Clear Clarity And Vision

What It Feels Like To Be Truly Seen By Your Eye Care Professionals Article by Cassandra Green | Photography by Provided Founded by Dr. Lance Forstot, M.D., a board-certified ophthalmologist and nationally renowned corneal specialist, Colorado Eye Consultants began with a highly regarded reputation for treating corneal disease. Dr. Forstot’s reputation preceded him as patients traveled across the country for his treatments.  As co-owners Karen Repine, M.D., and Robert Fish, M.D., joined the...

Health + Wellness

GoFarm Go

Helping Farmers Succeed and Families Flourish Through Fresh Food, Education and Accessible Nutrition. Article by Sonja Nix Wellness doesn’t begin in a doctor’s office. It starts with a seed in the soil, and the simple act of bringing nourishing food to the table. When local farmers have the resources to thrive and families can access what farmers grow, a community grows stronger from the inside out. By supporting growers and expanding access to healthy food, GoFarm, alongside strong community...

Fitness

Gliding Into Winter

Nordic Skiing Offers Relaxed Options in Colorado Article by Angie Jehu Nordic skiing, also known as cross-country skiing, offers an opportunity to appreciate the Colorado winter landscape while engaging in a low-impact exercise that enhances overall well-being. This activity is highly beneficial for cultivating endurance, refining balance and strengthening core muscles, all while traversing spectacular terrain within a pristine winter setting.     Beaver Creek Nordic Center Beaver...