Living in Littleton Fall

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LITTLETON FALL 2014 living in LIVINGINLITTLETON.CO PLUS & FOOD, ETC.: Oatmeal Rolls, Fried Chicken, BBQ Meatballs & Cherry Pie * DAY-TO-NIGHT FASHION * mums the word: fall’s flower * colorado proud local businesses C ELEBRATE F ALL C ELEBRATE F ALL

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PLUS amp FOOD ETC Oatmeal Rolls Fried Chicken BBQ Meatballs amp Cherry Pie

DAY-TO-NIGHT FASHION mums the word fallrsquos flower colorado proud local businesses

CELEBRATE FALLCELEBRATE FALL

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MAIN OFFICE DEER CREEK10822 W Toller Drive Suite 120

Littleton | CO 80127Main Office | 3037899933

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DENVER TECH CENTER OFFICE6300 S Syracuse Way Suite 100

Centennial | CO 80111DTC Office | 3037899933

WESTMINSTER OFFICE1001 W 120th Ave Suite 214

Westminster | CO 80234Westminster Office | 7205083110

wwwhallmarkwestcom

Are you tired of renting and ready to own Not sure if your credit or income or savings will get you there Call one of our Path2Buy Loan coaches to get started on your plan We have a habit of putting people in homes faster than they thought possible Maybe we can do the same for you Go to wwwdowerentorbuycom

2570 W 8TH AVENUE dENVER CO 80204 PREMIER-ROOFINGCOM 303-233-ROOF (7663)

RECENT HAIL MAY HAVE DAMAGED YOUR ROOF

Ben McFerron and Chris Tulp long-time friends and Colorado College classmates started Premier Roofi ng Company in 2005 with the goal to bring honesty and

dedication to the roofi ng industry their customers and their employees Premier Roofi ng Company serves the

roofi ng needs of Denver Colorado Springs Ft Collins and Kansas City homeowners with permanent offi ces and local

employees in each community

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GET A ROOF INSPECTION FROM A REPUTABLE LOCAL ROOFING COMPANYMany homeowners call their insurance company fi rst however your roof may not have damage In this case you may have this ldquoclaimrdquo count against you anyway Start with a free no-obligation roof inspection and get a detailed inspection report

IF YOU HAVE DAMAGE MAKE A CLAIM WITH YOUR INSURANCEWith your inspection report in hand you can fi le your claim on your homeownerrsquos policy with confi dence Your insurance company will likely ask you if your roof has already been inspected and if you have selected a contractor Keep in mind you can work with any roofi ng company you wish

HAVE YOUR INSURANCE ADJUSTER AND YOUR ROOFER INSPECT YOUR ROOF TOGETHERWhen they inspect the roof together they are more likely to be on the same page about what will be covered by insurance Th is will save you a lot of back and forth phone calls And you will be able to get the project started more quickly

SCHEDULE YOUR ROOF REPLACEMENT WITH YOUR SELECTED ROOFING COMPANYAt this point in the process our customers are assigned a Project Manager who is the homeownerrsquos point of contact for the duration of the project Typical roof replacements take 1-2 days start to fi nish

PAY WHEN THE WORK IS COMPLETEYour insurance company will cut you a check and once your roof work is done you will pay that to your roofi ng contractor A reputable company will not require money up front to do your roof And the only out-of-pocket expense on your part should be your deductible

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LITTLETONWHAT ARE YOU DOING THIS FALL

Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Corn Maze September 19 - November 1

Get lost at this yearrsquos Denver Botanical Gardens at Chatfieldrsquos

8-acre Corn Maze The maze is open every Friday Saturday

and Sunday from September 19- November 1

Wind your way through the butterfly maze and help Farmer

Green find his lost animals Visitors under the age of 10 can

enjoy the mini maze Pony and train rides are also available

as vendors sell your fall favorites such as funnel cakes hotdogs

kettle corn and lemonade After dark in October the Maze trans-

forms into an amazing Glow Maze complete with black lights and

glow sticks

Admission

$12 Adult

$10 Adult Member Student Senior (65+) Military

$8 Child (ages 3-12)

$6 Child Member

Free for children 2 and younger

Groups of 15 or more - member pricing applies

Tickets available at Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield

Dead Zone Haunted Maze

October 3 4 10 amp 11 Nightly October 17-November 1

The Dead Zone haunted maze is a 3-acre maze separate from

the regular 8-acre maze To get to the Dead Zone patrons must

make their way through the Glow Maze to the Dead Zone entrance

Ticket price includes the Glow Maze adventure with a glow stick

and entrance into the Dead Zone haunted maze Open on Fridays

amp Saturdays 7 - 11 pm and Sunday - Thursday 7 - 10 pm

Admission

$22 per person

Fall FAMILY FUN

FALL 2014

The Pumpkin Patch of Centennial at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church is a safe and fun family event Beautiful fresh pumpkins are scheduled to arrive Oct 12 They come in many shapes and sizes from the Navajo Reservation in Northern New Mexico All of the proceeds from pumpkin sales go directly to four local homeless shelters and one food pantry

The picturesque property is the perfect autumn patch for your family Scarecrows hay bales photo opportunities beautiful decorations and red wagons for the children to pull into the patch for pumpkin selection Check them out on Facebook Pumpkin Patch of Centennial

Selling pumpkins seven days a week from 10 in the morning until dusk the Patch is open from Oct 12 thru Oct 31 and located at 8545 E Dry Creek Road in Centennial

celebrate fall in Littleton

The PUMPKIN PATCH of Centennial

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Trick or Treat - Goblin Give Out October 25

For The Kids Wear your Halloween Costumes and Trick or Treat at participat-

ing merchants throughout Downtown Littleton 1200 - 500 pm Sponsored by the

Historic Downtown Littleton Merchants Association

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CONTENTS

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Publishing DirectorCasey OrrCreative DirectorKaley RhodesEditorialKelsey Sindorf Kimba Orr Allison Orr Bobby SindorfPhotographyKimba OrrAdvertising SalesBrandon PowersTim Ingle

Contacts Advertising InformationBrandonMyPelicanMagazinecom

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ONWARD

Get Outside Produce-Picking Farms amp Fruit Stands

Living Inlsquos Months Ahead

FALL GALLERY FEATURE

The Vibrant Colors Of Change

PETS

Aging Pets

FASHION

Day-To-Night Looks

HEALTH

Compression Trends

FOOD ETC

Country Comfort Favorites For Fall

GIVE BACK

Feature Follow-Up Promise Ranch

COLORADO PROUD LOCALLY GROWN

LOCAL FLAVOR

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ONWARDNOTEWORTHY DATES HELPFUL TIPS amp REMINDERS TO LIVE YOUR BEST FALL MONTHS AHEAD

ERIE

ANDERSON FARMSVisit the longest run-ning corn maze and pumpkin patch

6728 COUNTY RD 3 14

LITTLETON

CARPENTERrsquoS HELPERSThis pumpkin patch is raising money for a Habitat for Humanity house

st james presbyterian church 3601 w belleview avenue

LAKEWOOD

THE GREAT PUMPKIN PATCHProceeds go to Habitat for Humanity

ALAMEDA amp GARRISON

hello fallWhat better way to enjoy the fruits of the season than to literally pick them yourself

PRODUCE-PICKING FARMS PUMPKIN PATCHES HAYRIDES CORN MAZES AND APPLE BOBBING

PARKER

FLAT ACRES FARMPumpkin patch corn maze hayrides farm animals a barrel train face painting and much more

11321 DRANSFELDT RD

FORT COLLINS

something from the farmThree mazes on 16 acres with four miles of trails to explore pumpkin catapult and much more

7755 Greenstone trail

noco corn mazeThis 15 acre corn maze turns into a haunted maze at dusk A pick in the field pumpkin patch farmstand

petting zoo and enormous pumpkin catapult also await visitors

2318 s city rd 5

bartels land amp livestock incThis pumpkin patch and corn maze offers group rates and corn maze prices The pumpkin cannon offers excitement for the crowd

3424 e douglas rd

GREELEY

TIGGES FARM PRODUCE amp PUMPKIN PATCHRoasted chilies fresh produce including home grown tomatos and a pumpkin patch

12404 ECR 64 12

LOVELAND

osborn farm pumpkin patch1230 s boise ave

CASTLE ROCK

LOWELL RANCHHarvest Day - Sep-tember 27 2014 bring the family and enjoy the pumpkin patch carriage rides farm animals and more

2330 s i-25 (frontage rd)

BOULDER

COTTONWOOD FARMFamily fun with pumpkins animals corn maze hay bale maze and hay rides School group tours available

1535 n 75th st

GOLDEN

scarecrow expressPick and decorate your own pumpkin Largest bi-level 3-D maze full of color-ful enchanted and spooky fun

18301 w colfax ave

BRIGHTON

BERRY PATCH FARMSNothing scary or ghoulish here Crafts hayrides straw maze games and more

13785 potomac st

LONGMONT

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PUMPKIN ranchThe weekend festival held every Saturday and Sunday during the month of October

boasts tons of carnival fun and is home to the original Pick a Pump-kin pumpkin patch

9057 UTE HWY CO 66

THORNTON

hill harvestVisit for the pumpkin patch and fresh farm produce

3225 e 124th ave

BROOMFIELD

ROCK CREEK FARMU-pickem pumpkins corn mazes hayrides farm animals fam-ily fun area eats and treats

2005 s 112th st

FRESH PICKED

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LIVING INrsquoS MONTHS AHEAD Fall

2014 find more onlinel i v i n g i n d e n v e r c oco

At the height of Rin Tin Tinrsquos fame a chef prepared him a daily steak lunch Classical musicians played to aid his digestion

SEPTEMBER

LABOR DAYMonday 090114

Always celebrated on the first Monday in September Labor Day is dedicated

to those who work to make our country strong and prosperous According to the US Department of Labor the first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City on Tuesday September 5th 1882 In 1884 the first Monday of September was selected as the official date of the

holiday as we know it today

REMEMBER THE FALLENSaturday 091114

Take time to remember the 2977 people who lost their lives in the 2001

terrorist attacks

DID YOU KNOW

gtgt There are more microbreweries per capita in Colorado than any other state

gtgt Pueblo is proud to have 4 living recipients of the Medal of Honor

gtgt ldquoMike the Headless Chicken Dayrdquo is celebrated in Fruita The folklore

of Mike the Headless chicken is that a farmer named LA Olsen cut off Mikersquos head on September 10 1945 in anticipa-

tion of a chicken dinner Mike lived another 4 years without a head

gtgt The Republic Plaza is the tallest building in Denver boasting 57 stories

gtgt The Western Stock Show is held in Denver is the worldrsquos largest Rodeo

gtgt John Henry ldquoDocrdquo Hollidayrsquos brief and tumultuous existence led him to

Glenwood Springs where he succumbed to tuberculosis and died at the Hotel

Glenwood on Nov 8 1887

OCTOBER

YOM KIPPUR Friday 100314

NATIONAL BOSSrsquoS DAY Thursday 101614

HALLOWEENFriday 103114

A SEASON FOR SPOOKINGEnsure a safe and fun Halloween with these tips

Avoid the mess of carving pumpkins by painting on faces and decorative designs

Try on costumes early to ensure a proper fit tripping on an ill-fitting costume can be dangerous

Replace porch lights with colored light bulbs for a spooky glow

Purchase glow sticks for kids to wear while trick-or-treating or add reflective material to costumes

NOVEMBER

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME Sunday 110214

Set your clocks back 1 hour

VETERANrsquoS DAY Tuesday 111114

THANKSGIVINGThursday 112714

TIDY UPFreshen up spaces before friends and fam-ily begin arriving for the holiday season

Drain water from any outdoor hydrants or hoses and have sprinkler systems

serviced for winter

Chop up carved pumpkins and add to compost layer compost over cut back

perennials to protect from cold weather

Wash and iron all holiday linens clean the cabinets and throw out expired

spices clean and reorganize your refrig-erator clean all oven spills and stains

Replace bedding and towels for any holiday house guests

READY FOR FALLAdd these reminders to your seasonal to-do list

Winterize rose bushes by pruning to a height of 3 feet

Clean outdoor furniture with mild detergent and oil wood furniture

before storing for winter

Check and restock winter emergency kits for all vehicles

Check yard for barespots and apply grass seed where needed

Replace summer bedding with flannel sheets and winter duvets

Throw pet collars and leashes in the wash to remove seasonal allergens

and odors

Fire up the heater or fireplace to ensure they are propertyly working

VSBLACK FRIDAY SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Check closets for unwanted clothing or coats and donate to your local charity

SHOPPING TRADITIONSWill you wake up before dawn to catch the crazy deals and people-pushing Or will you sleep in and support your local small business on Small Business Saturday

November 29th

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Chrysanthemums say fall as much as pumpkins say Halloween and turkey says Thanksgiving Hundreds of hardy cultivars pro-vide an array of colors and bloom shapes making mums the divas of the autumn garden The blooms last for weeks not days and the sheer number of flowers per plant will excite even the most drab of fall landscapes Because of their tight mounded habit and stunning bloom cover garden mums are perfect for mass plantings To get the maximum effect from far away stick

to only one or two colors Another possibility is to arrange a gradual transition of related colors Look around your yard to see what co-lors would best complement the existing landscape If you decorate for fall with pumpkins and gourds choose orange bronze yellow and creamy white mums If you have a lot of evergreen plants that provide a backdrop of varying shades of green foliage try bright pinks lavenders pure whites or reds This favorite flower is a no-brainer to care for follow a few guidelines to ensure beautiful blooms well into cooler weather gtgt

SEASONAL STEMS

Fall MUMS

FALL 2014

hello fall

PURCHASINGWhen night temperatures drop in mid-September buy plants as they start to break bud Yoursquoll maximize bloom time Check plant tags and cross-reference with already opened blooms What you see is what you get Buy the bigger plant Once buds start to open

yoursquore pretty much guaranteed flowers - no matter where you display them although theyrsquoll be happiest in sun

CARE amp WATERKeep flowers blooming by wa-tering and pinching Soil should be moist but never wet Check daily during warm weather and

every other day when itrsquos cooler Remove faded blooms to encoura-ge even more buds to open and yoursquoll have color through October The key to those full rounded do-mes of blooms that you associate with mums is pinching to create more branching and keep plants compact Donrsquot hold back -- just a few minutes here and there will reward you with a thick solid-loo-king plant If yoursquove bought large full plants in the fall they have already been pinched and are ready for planting Young spring plants will need pinching for maxi-mum bloom and best plant shape Start pinching as soon as you see a good flush of buds Pinch about half of the tender new growth at the top of the shoot choose some stems with buds and some without Repeat the

process with every 3 to 5 inches of growth (about every two to four weeks) until July 4 Stopping then ensures you will get good bud formation and blooms in fall If your plant dries out submerge it in a bucket of water or jab a sharp pencil into the soil several times and then water

PERENNIAL PLANTINGFall planting lessens the chance of this perennialrsquos winter survival because the roots donrsquot have time to establish themselves If you want something more permanent and are willing to provide proper care like mulching and pinching plant mums in the spring and allow them to get established in the garden This will improve their chances of overwintering and reblooming the next year

Clockwise from top left Try placing small plants into hollowed squash or pump-kins - use as table decorations or give as a gift Striking pink blooms contrast well with orange pumpkins and when placed in a stark white planter offers a bit of contemporary style No outdoor space Bring plants indoors to provide a reminder of the season Massive groupings of different styles and colors create an unforgettable entryway

Location location location Choose a spot that gets at least six hours of sun a day Plants that donrsquot get enough sunlight will be tall and leggy and produce fewer smaller flowers

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Cozy Up To Fall With Homemade Chai Tea Mix

Put your feet up and grab a blanket this homemade chai mix will have you endulging your senses and tastebuds at the first

sign of cold weather

CHAI TEA MIX

1 C nonfat dry powdered milk

1 12 C granulated sugar

1 C dry powdered non dairy creamer

1 C french vanilla non dairy creamer

1 12 C dry instant unsweetened tea

2 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp cardamom

Blend all ingredients (in a food processor or blender) 1 cup at a time until the mixture is a fine powder Store in an airtight container Mix 13 C with 8 oz hot water and stir until dissolved Top with whipped cream and cinnamon

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print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

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460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

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HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

39

HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 2: Living in Littleton Fall

They require great people as well as great rates

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Mortgages are far more than numbers

At Hallmark Home Mortgage Weve Got Both We have some of Denverrsquos most recognized mortgage professionals on our TEAM and we serve some of Denverrsquos most recognized Realtors And we are rate competitive day in day out Not only that but unlike other lenders our performance is Guaranteed

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Are you tired of renting and ready to own Not sure if your credit or income or savings will get you there Call one of our Path2Buy Loan coaches to get started on your plan We have a habit of putting people in homes faster than they thought possible Maybe we can do the same for you Go to wwwdowerentorbuycom

2570 W 8TH AVENUE dENVER CO 80204 PREMIER-ROOFINGCOM 303-233-ROOF (7663)

RECENT HAIL MAY HAVE DAMAGED YOUR ROOF

Ben McFerron and Chris Tulp long-time friends and Colorado College classmates started Premier Roofi ng Company in 2005 with the goal to bring honesty and

dedication to the roofi ng industry their customers and their employees Premier Roofi ng Company serves the

roofi ng needs of Denver Colorado Springs Ft Collins and Kansas City homeowners with permanent offi ces and local

employees in each community

REPLACE YOUR ROOF IN 5 EASY STEPS

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SCHEDULE YOUR FREE ROOF INSPECTION TODAY

303-233-ROOF (7663)

GET A ROOF INSPECTION FROM A REPUTABLE LOCAL ROOFING COMPANYMany homeowners call their insurance company fi rst however your roof may not have damage In this case you may have this ldquoclaimrdquo count against you anyway Start with a free no-obligation roof inspection and get a detailed inspection report

IF YOU HAVE DAMAGE MAKE A CLAIM WITH YOUR INSURANCEWith your inspection report in hand you can fi le your claim on your homeownerrsquos policy with confi dence Your insurance company will likely ask you if your roof has already been inspected and if you have selected a contractor Keep in mind you can work with any roofi ng company you wish

HAVE YOUR INSURANCE ADJUSTER AND YOUR ROOFER INSPECT YOUR ROOF TOGETHERWhen they inspect the roof together they are more likely to be on the same page about what will be covered by insurance Th is will save you a lot of back and forth phone calls And you will be able to get the project started more quickly

SCHEDULE YOUR ROOF REPLACEMENT WITH YOUR SELECTED ROOFING COMPANYAt this point in the process our customers are assigned a Project Manager who is the homeownerrsquos point of contact for the duration of the project Typical roof replacements take 1-2 days start to fi nish

PAY WHEN THE WORK IS COMPLETEYour insurance company will cut you a check and once your roof work is done you will pay that to your roofi ng contractor A reputable company will not require money up front to do your roof And the only out-of-pocket expense on your part should be your deductible

5

LITTLETONWHAT ARE YOU DOING THIS FALL

Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Corn Maze September 19 - November 1

Get lost at this yearrsquos Denver Botanical Gardens at Chatfieldrsquos

8-acre Corn Maze The maze is open every Friday Saturday

and Sunday from September 19- November 1

Wind your way through the butterfly maze and help Farmer

Green find his lost animals Visitors under the age of 10 can

enjoy the mini maze Pony and train rides are also available

as vendors sell your fall favorites such as funnel cakes hotdogs

kettle corn and lemonade After dark in October the Maze trans-

forms into an amazing Glow Maze complete with black lights and

glow sticks

Admission

$12 Adult

$10 Adult Member Student Senior (65+) Military

$8 Child (ages 3-12)

$6 Child Member

Free for children 2 and younger

Groups of 15 or more - member pricing applies

Tickets available at Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield

Dead Zone Haunted Maze

October 3 4 10 amp 11 Nightly October 17-November 1

The Dead Zone haunted maze is a 3-acre maze separate from

the regular 8-acre maze To get to the Dead Zone patrons must

make their way through the Glow Maze to the Dead Zone entrance

Ticket price includes the Glow Maze adventure with a glow stick

and entrance into the Dead Zone haunted maze Open on Fridays

amp Saturdays 7 - 11 pm and Sunday - Thursday 7 - 10 pm

Admission

$22 per person

Fall FAMILY FUN

FALL 2014

The Pumpkin Patch of Centennial at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church is a safe and fun family event Beautiful fresh pumpkins are scheduled to arrive Oct 12 They come in many shapes and sizes from the Navajo Reservation in Northern New Mexico All of the proceeds from pumpkin sales go directly to four local homeless shelters and one food pantry

The picturesque property is the perfect autumn patch for your family Scarecrows hay bales photo opportunities beautiful decorations and red wagons for the children to pull into the patch for pumpkin selection Check them out on Facebook Pumpkin Patch of Centennial

Selling pumpkins seven days a week from 10 in the morning until dusk the Patch is open from Oct 12 thru Oct 31 and located at 8545 E Dry Creek Road in Centennial

celebrate fall in Littleton

The PUMPKIN PATCH of Centennial

FALL 2014 7

Trick or Treat - Goblin Give Out October 25

For The Kids Wear your Halloween Costumes and Trick or Treat at participat-

ing merchants throughout Downtown Littleton 1200 - 500 pm Sponsored by the

Historic Downtown Littleton Merchants Association

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Location1193 Bergen Parkway Suite NOP(King Soopers Shopping Center)Evergreen Colorado 80439

Store HoursMonday - Saturday 9-6Sunday - 11-5

Contact Main Line 3036798000Fax Line 3036790700ColoradoConsignmentscom

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Come pay us a visit in person or find us online

Location2434 E 6th AveDenver CO 80206

Store HoursMonday ndash Saturday 10-6Sunday 10-4

ContactPhone 3033331738 Koruhomecom

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CONTENTS

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Publishing DirectorCasey OrrCreative DirectorKaley RhodesEditorialKelsey Sindorf Kimba Orr Allison Orr Bobby SindorfPhotographyKimba OrrAdvertising SalesBrandon PowersTim Ingle

Contacts Advertising InformationBrandonMyPelicanMagazinecom

Ph 303-955-5036 ADVERTISINGGeneral InquiriesContactMyPelicanMagazinecom

More Information About Pelican PublicationsMagazine Publishing Website Publishing amp Marketing Consulting

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Office7550 W Yale Ave Suite A-100 Denver CO 80227

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No part of this magazine may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by no means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without prior permission of the publisher

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ONWARD

Get Outside Produce-Picking Farms amp Fruit Stands

Living Inlsquos Months Ahead

FALL GALLERY FEATURE

The Vibrant Colors Of Change

PETS

Aging Pets

FASHION

Day-To-Night Looks

HEALTH

Compression Trends

FOOD ETC

Country Comfort Favorites For Fall

GIVE BACK

Feature Follow-Up Promise Ranch

COLORADO PROUD LOCALLY GROWN

LOCAL FLAVOR

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ONWARDNOTEWORTHY DATES HELPFUL TIPS amp REMINDERS TO LIVE YOUR BEST FALL MONTHS AHEAD

ERIE

ANDERSON FARMSVisit the longest run-ning corn maze and pumpkin patch

6728 COUNTY RD 3 14

LITTLETON

CARPENTERrsquoS HELPERSThis pumpkin patch is raising money for a Habitat for Humanity house

st james presbyterian church 3601 w belleview avenue

LAKEWOOD

THE GREAT PUMPKIN PATCHProceeds go to Habitat for Humanity

ALAMEDA amp GARRISON

hello fallWhat better way to enjoy the fruits of the season than to literally pick them yourself

PRODUCE-PICKING FARMS PUMPKIN PATCHES HAYRIDES CORN MAZES AND APPLE BOBBING

PARKER

FLAT ACRES FARMPumpkin patch corn maze hayrides farm animals a barrel train face painting and much more

11321 DRANSFELDT RD

FORT COLLINS

something from the farmThree mazes on 16 acres with four miles of trails to explore pumpkin catapult and much more

7755 Greenstone trail

noco corn mazeThis 15 acre corn maze turns into a haunted maze at dusk A pick in the field pumpkin patch farmstand

petting zoo and enormous pumpkin catapult also await visitors

2318 s city rd 5

bartels land amp livestock incThis pumpkin patch and corn maze offers group rates and corn maze prices The pumpkin cannon offers excitement for the crowd

3424 e douglas rd

GREELEY

TIGGES FARM PRODUCE amp PUMPKIN PATCHRoasted chilies fresh produce including home grown tomatos and a pumpkin patch

12404 ECR 64 12

LOVELAND

osborn farm pumpkin patch1230 s boise ave

CASTLE ROCK

LOWELL RANCHHarvest Day - Sep-tember 27 2014 bring the family and enjoy the pumpkin patch carriage rides farm animals and more

2330 s i-25 (frontage rd)

BOULDER

COTTONWOOD FARMFamily fun with pumpkins animals corn maze hay bale maze and hay rides School group tours available

1535 n 75th st

GOLDEN

scarecrow expressPick and decorate your own pumpkin Largest bi-level 3-D maze full of color-ful enchanted and spooky fun

18301 w colfax ave

BRIGHTON

BERRY PATCH FARMSNothing scary or ghoulish here Crafts hayrides straw maze games and more

13785 potomac st

LONGMONT

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PUMPKIN ranchThe weekend festival held every Saturday and Sunday during the month of October

boasts tons of carnival fun and is home to the original Pick a Pump-kin pumpkin patch

9057 UTE HWY CO 66

THORNTON

hill harvestVisit for the pumpkin patch and fresh farm produce

3225 e 124th ave

BROOMFIELD

ROCK CREEK FARMU-pickem pumpkins corn mazes hayrides farm animals fam-ily fun area eats and treats

2005 s 112th st

FRESH PICKED

READ MORE ONLINE

LIVINGINDENVERCO

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LIVING INrsquoS MONTHS AHEAD Fall

2014 find more onlinel i v i n g i n d e n v e r c oco

At the height of Rin Tin Tinrsquos fame a chef prepared him a daily steak lunch Classical musicians played to aid his digestion

SEPTEMBER

LABOR DAYMonday 090114

Always celebrated on the first Monday in September Labor Day is dedicated

to those who work to make our country strong and prosperous According to the US Department of Labor the first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City on Tuesday September 5th 1882 In 1884 the first Monday of September was selected as the official date of the

holiday as we know it today

REMEMBER THE FALLENSaturday 091114

Take time to remember the 2977 people who lost their lives in the 2001

terrorist attacks

DID YOU KNOW

gtgt There are more microbreweries per capita in Colorado than any other state

gtgt Pueblo is proud to have 4 living recipients of the Medal of Honor

gtgt ldquoMike the Headless Chicken Dayrdquo is celebrated in Fruita The folklore

of Mike the Headless chicken is that a farmer named LA Olsen cut off Mikersquos head on September 10 1945 in anticipa-

tion of a chicken dinner Mike lived another 4 years without a head

gtgt The Republic Plaza is the tallest building in Denver boasting 57 stories

gtgt The Western Stock Show is held in Denver is the worldrsquos largest Rodeo

gtgt John Henry ldquoDocrdquo Hollidayrsquos brief and tumultuous existence led him to

Glenwood Springs where he succumbed to tuberculosis and died at the Hotel

Glenwood on Nov 8 1887

OCTOBER

YOM KIPPUR Friday 100314

NATIONAL BOSSrsquoS DAY Thursday 101614

HALLOWEENFriday 103114

A SEASON FOR SPOOKINGEnsure a safe and fun Halloween with these tips

Avoid the mess of carving pumpkins by painting on faces and decorative designs

Try on costumes early to ensure a proper fit tripping on an ill-fitting costume can be dangerous

Replace porch lights with colored light bulbs for a spooky glow

Purchase glow sticks for kids to wear while trick-or-treating or add reflective material to costumes

NOVEMBER

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME Sunday 110214

Set your clocks back 1 hour

VETERANrsquoS DAY Tuesday 111114

THANKSGIVINGThursday 112714

TIDY UPFreshen up spaces before friends and fam-ily begin arriving for the holiday season

Drain water from any outdoor hydrants or hoses and have sprinkler systems

serviced for winter

Chop up carved pumpkins and add to compost layer compost over cut back

perennials to protect from cold weather

Wash and iron all holiday linens clean the cabinets and throw out expired

spices clean and reorganize your refrig-erator clean all oven spills and stains

Replace bedding and towels for any holiday house guests

READY FOR FALLAdd these reminders to your seasonal to-do list

Winterize rose bushes by pruning to a height of 3 feet

Clean outdoor furniture with mild detergent and oil wood furniture

before storing for winter

Check and restock winter emergency kits for all vehicles

Check yard for barespots and apply grass seed where needed

Replace summer bedding with flannel sheets and winter duvets

Throw pet collars and leashes in the wash to remove seasonal allergens

and odors

Fire up the heater or fireplace to ensure they are propertyly working

VSBLACK FRIDAY SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Check closets for unwanted clothing or coats and donate to your local charity

SHOPPING TRADITIONSWill you wake up before dawn to catch the crazy deals and people-pushing Or will you sleep in and support your local small business on Small Business Saturday

November 29th

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Chrysanthemums say fall as much as pumpkins say Halloween and turkey says Thanksgiving Hundreds of hardy cultivars pro-vide an array of colors and bloom shapes making mums the divas of the autumn garden The blooms last for weeks not days and the sheer number of flowers per plant will excite even the most drab of fall landscapes Because of their tight mounded habit and stunning bloom cover garden mums are perfect for mass plantings To get the maximum effect from far away stick

to only one or two colors Another possibility is to arrange a gradual transition of related colors Look around your yard to see what co-lors would best complement the existing landscape If you decorate for fall with pumpkins and gourds choose orange bronze yellow and creamy white mums If you have a lot of evergreen plants that provide a backdrop of varying shades of green foliage try bright pinks lavenders pure whites or reds This favorite flower is a no-brainer to care for follow a few guidelines to ensure beautiful blooms well into cooler weather gtgt

SEASONAL STEMS

Fall MUMS

FALL 2014

hello fall

PURCHASINGWhen night temperatures drop in mid-September buy plants as they start to break bud Yoursquoll maximize bloom time Check plant tags and cross-reference with already opened blooms What you see is what you get Buy the bigger plant Once buds start to open

yoursquore pretty much guaranteed flowers - no matter where you display them although theyrsquoll be happiest in sun

CARE amp WATERKeep flowers blooming by wa-tering and pinching Soil should be moist but never wet Check daily during warm weather and

every other day when itrsquos cooler Remove faded blooms to encoura-ge even more buds to open and yoursquoll have color through October The key to those full rounded do-mes of blooms that you associate with mums is pinching to create more branching and keep plants compact Donrsquot hold back -- just a few minutes here and there will reward you with a thick solid-loo-king plant If yoursquove bought large full plants in the fall they have already been pinched and are ready for planting Young spring plants will need pinching for maxi-mum bloom and best plant shape Start pinching as soon as you see a good flush of buds Pinch about half of the tender new growth at the top of the shoot choose some stems with buds and some without Repeat the

process with every 3 to 5 inches of growth (about every two to four weeks) until July 4 Stopping then ensures you will get good bud formation and blooms in fall If your plant dries out submerge it in a bucket of water or jab a sharp pencil into the soil several times and then water

PERENNIAL PLANTINGFall planting lessens the chance of this perennialrsquos winter survival because the roots donrsquot have time to establish themselves If you want something more permanent and are willing to provide proper care like mulching and pinching plant mums in the spring and allow them to get established in the garden This will improve their chances of overwintering and reblooming the next year

Clockwise from top left Try placing small plants into hollowed squash or pump-kins - use as table decorations or give as a gift Striking pink blooms contrast well with orange pumpkins and when placed in a stark white planter offers a bit of contemporary style No outdoor space Bring plants indoors to provide a reminder of the season Massive groupings of different styles and colors create an unforgettable entryway

Location location location Choose a spot that gets at least six hours of sun a day Plants that donrsquot get enough sunlight will be tall and leggy and produce fewer smaller flowers

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Cozy Up To Fall With Homemade Chai Tea Mix

Put your feet up and grab a blanket this homemade chai mix will have you endulging your senses and tastebuds at the first

sign of cold weather

CHAI TEA MIX

1 C nonfat dry powdered milk

1 12 C granulated sugar

1 C dry powdered non dairy creamer

1 C french vanilla non dairy creamer

1 12 C dry instant unsweetened tea

2 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp cardamom

Blend all ingredients (in a food processor or blender) 1 cup at a time until the mixture is a fine powder Store in an airtight container Mix 13 C with 8 oz hot water and stir until dissolved Top with whipped cream and cinnamon

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print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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FALL 2014

The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

FALL 2014 41

FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

FALL 2014 47

MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 3: Living in Littleton Fall

2570 W 8TH AVENUE dENVER CO 80204 PREMIER-ROOFINGCOM 303-233-ROOF (7663)

RECENT HAIL MAY HAVE DAMAGED YOUR ROOF

Ben McFerron and Chris Tulp long-time friends and Colorado College classmates started Premier Roofi ng Company in 2005 with the goal to bring honesty and

dedication to the roofi ng industry their customers and their employees Premier Roofi ng Company serves the

roofi ng needs of Denver Colorado Springs Ft Collins and Kansas City homeowners with permanent offi ces and local

employees in each community

REPLACE YOUR ROOF IN 5 EASY STEPS

WITH MINIMAL HASSLE1

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3

4

5

SCHEDULE YOUR FREE ROOF INSPECTION TODAY

303-233-ROOF (7663)

GET A ROOF INSPECTION FROM A REPUTABLE LOCAL ROOFING COMPANYMany homeowners call their insurance company fi rst however your roof may not have damage In this case you may have this ldquoclaimrdquo count against you anyway Start with a free no-obligation roof inspection and get a detailed inspection report

IF YOU HAVE DAMAGE MAKE A CLAIM WITH YOUR INSURANCEWith your inspection report in hand you can fi le your claim on your homeownerrsquos policy with confi dence Your insurance company will likely ask you if your roof has already been inspected and if you have selected a contractor Keep in mind you can work with any roofi ng company you wish

HAVE YOUR INSURANCE ADJUSTER AND YOUR ROOFER INSPECT YOUR ROOF TOGETHERWhen they inspect the roof together they are more likely to be on the same page about what will be covered by insurance Th is will save you a lot of back and forth phone calls And you will be able to get the project started more quickly

SCHEDULE YOUR ROOF REPLACEMENT WITH YOUR SELECTED ROOFING COMPANYAt this point in the process our customers are assigned a Project Manager who is the homeownerrsquos point of contact for the duration of the project Typical roof replacements take 1-2 days start to fi nish

PAY WHEN THE WORK IS COMPLETEYour insurance company will cut you a check and once your roof work is done you will pay that to your roofi ng contractor A reputable company will not require money up front to do your roof And the only out-of-pocket expense on your part should be your deductible

5

LITTLETONWHAT ARE YOU DOING THIS FALL

Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Corn Maze September 19 - November 1

Get lost at this yearrsquos Denver Botanical Gardens at Chatfieldrsquos

8-acre Corn Maze The maze is open every Friday Saturday

and Sunday from September 19- November 1

Wind your way through the butterfly maze and help Farmer

Green find his lost animals Visitors under the age of 10 can

enjoy the mini maze Pony and train rides are also available

as vendors sell your fall favorites such as funnel cakes hotdogs

kettle corn and lemonade After dark in October the Maze trans-

forms into an amazing Glow Maze complete with black lights and

glow sticks

Admission

$12 Adult

$10 Adult Member Student Senior (65+) Military

$8 Child (ages 3-12)

$6 Child Member

Free for children 2 and younger

Groups of 15 or more - member pricing applies

Tickets available at Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield

Dead Zone Haunted Maze

October 3 4 10 amp 11 Nightly October 17-November 1

The Dead Zone haunted maze is a 3-acre maze separate from

the regular 8-acre maze To get to the Dead Zone patrons must

make their way through the Glow Maze to the Dead Zone entrance

Ticket price includes the Glow Maze adventure with a glow stick

and entrance into the Dead Zone haunted maze Open on Fridays

amp Saturdays 7 - 11 pm and Sunday - Thursday 7 - 10 pm

Admission

$22 per person

Fall FAMILY FUN

FALL 2014

The Pumpkin Patch of Centennial at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church is a safe and fun family event Beautiful fresh pumpkins are scheduled to arrive Oct 12 They come in many shapes and sizes from the Navajo Reservation in Northern New Mexico All of the proceeds from pumpkin sales go directly to four local homeless shelters and one food pantry

The picturesque property is the perfect autumn patch for your family Scarecrows hay bales photo opportunities beautiful decorations and red wagons for the children to pull into the patch for pumpkin selection Check them out on Facebook Pumpkin Patch of Centennial

Selling pumpkins seven days a week from 10 in the morning until dusk the Patch is open from Oct 12 thru Oct 31 and located at 8545 E Dry Creek Road in Centennial

celebrate fall in Littleton

The PUMPKIN PATCH of Centennial

FALL 2014 7

Trick or Treat - Goblin Give Out October 25

For The Kids Wear your Halloween Costumes and Trick or Treat at participat-

ing merchants throughout Downtown Littleton 1200 - 500 pm Sponsored by the

Historic Downtown Littleton Merchants Association

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Come pay us a visit in person or find us online

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ContactPhone 3033331738 Koruhomecom

FALL 2014

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CONTENTS

FALL 2014

Publishing DirectorCasey OrrCreative DirectorKaley RhodesEditorialKelsey Sindorf Kimba Orr Allison Orr Bobby SindorfPhotographyKimba OrrAdvertising SalesBrandon PowersTim Ingle

Contacts Advertising InformationBrandonMyPelicanMagazinecom

Ph 303-955-5036 ADVERTISINGGeneral InquiriesContactMyPelicanMagazinecom

More Information About Pelican PublicationsMagazine Publishing Website Publishing amp Marketing Consulting

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copy 2014 Pelican Publications All rights reserved

No part of this magazine may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by no means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without prior permission of the publisher

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ONWARD

Get Outside Produce-Picking Farms amp Fruit Stands

Living Inlsquos Months Ahead

FALL GALLERY FEATURE

The Vibrant Colors Of Change

PETS

Aging Pets

FASHION

Day-To-Night Looks

HEALTH

Compression Trends

FOOD ETC

Country Comfort Favorites For Fall

GIVE BACK

Feature Follow-Up Promise Ranch

COLORADO PROUD LOCALLY GROWN

LOCAL FLAVOR

LivingInDenver1 livingindenver denverco

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ONWARDNOTEWORTHY DATES HELPFUL TIPS amp REMINDERS TO LIVE YOUR BEST FALL MONTHS AHEAD

ERIE

ANDERSON FARMSVisit the longest run-ning corn maze and pumpkin patch

6728 COUNTY RD 3 14

LITTLETON

CARPENTERrsquoS HELPERSThis pumpkin patch is raising money for a Habitat for Humanity house

st james presbyterian church 3601 w belleview avenue

LAKEWOOD

THE GREAT PUMPKIN PATCHProceeds go to Habitat for Humanity

ALAMEDA amp GARRISON

hello fallWhat better way to enjoy the fruits of the season than to literally pick them yourself

PRODUCE-PICKING FARMS PUMPKIN PATCHES HAYRIDES CORN MAZES AND APPLE BOBBING

PARKER

FLAT ACRES FARMPumpkin patch corn maze hayrides farm animals a barrel train face painting and much more

11321 DRANSFELDT RD

FORT COLLINS

something from the farmThree mazes on 16 acres with four miles of trails to explore pumpkin catapult and much more

7755 Greenstone trail

noco corn mazeThis 15 acre corn maze turns into a haunted maze at dusk A pick in the field pumpkin patch farmstand

petting zoo and enormous pumpkin catapult also await visitors

2318 s city rd 5

bartels land amp livestock incThis pumpkin patch and corn maze offers group rates and corn maze prices The pumpkin cannon offers excitement for the crowd

3424 e douglas rd

GREELEY

TIGGES FARM PRODUCE amp PUMPKIN PATCHRoasted chilies fresh produce including home grown tomatos and a pumpkin patch

12404 ECR 64 12

LOVELAND

osborn farm pumpkin patch1230 s boise ave

CASTLE ROCK

LOWELL RANCHHarvest Day - Sep-tember 27 2014 bring the family and enjoy the pumpkin patch carriage rides farm animals and more

2330 s i-25 (frontage rd)

BOULDER

COTTONWOOD FARMFamily fun with pumpkins animals corn maze hay bale maze and hay rides School group tours available

1535 n 75th st

GOLDEN

scarecrow expressPick and decorate your own pumpkin Largest bi-level 3-D maze full of color-ful enchanted and spooky fun

18301 w colfax ave

BRIGHTON

BERRY PATCH FARMSNothing scary or ghoulish here Crafts hayrides straw maze games and more

13785 potomac st

LONGMONT

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PUMPKIN ranchThe weekend festival held every Saturday and Sunday during the month of October

boasts tons of carnival fun and is home to the original Pick a Pump-kin pumpkin patch

9057 UTE HWY CO 66

THORNTON

hill harvestVisit for the pumpkin patch and fresh farm produce

3225 e 124th ave

BROOMFIELD

ROCK CREEK FARMU-pickem pumpkins corn mazes hayrides farm animals fam-ily fun area eats and treats

2005 s 112th st

FRESH PICKED

READ MORE ONLINE

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FALL 2014

LIVING INrsquoS MONTHS AHEAD Fall

2014 find more onlinel i v i n g i n d e n v e r c oco

At the height of Rin Tin Tinrsquos fame a chef prepared him a daily steak lunch Classical musicians played to aid his digestion

SEPTEMBER

LABOR DAYMonday 090114

Always celebrated on the first Monday in September Labor Day is dedicated

to those who work to make our country strong and prosperous According to the US Department of Labor the first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City on Tuesday September 5th 1882 In 1884 the first Monday of September was selected as the official date of the

holiday as we know it today

REMEMBER THE FALLENSaturday 091114

Take time to remember the 2977 people who lost their lives in the 2001

terrorist attacks

DID YOU KNOW

gtgt There are more microbreweries per capita in Colorado than any other state

gtgt Pueblo is proud to have 4 living recipients of the Medal of Honor

gtgt ldquoMike the Headless Chicken Dayrdquo is celebrated in Fruita The folklore

of Mike the Headless chicken is that a farmer named LA Olsen cut off Mikersquos head on September 10 1945 in anticipa-

tion of a chicken dinner Mike lived another 4 years without a head

gtgt The Republic Plaza is the tallest building in Denver boasting 57 stories

gtgt The Western Stock Show is held in Denver is the worldrsquos largest Rodeo

gtgt John Henry ldquoDocrdquo Hollidayrsquos brief and tumultuous existence led him to

Glenwood Springs where he succumbed to tuberculosis and died at the Hotel

Glenwood on Nov 8 1887

OCTOBER

YOM KIPPUR Friday 100314

NATIONAL BOSSrsquoS DAY Thursday 101614

HALLOWEENFriday 103114

A SEASON FOR SPOOKINGEnsure a safe and fun Halloween with these tips

Avoid the mess of carving pumpkins by painting on faces and decorative designs

Try on costumes early to ensure a proper fit tripping on an ill-fitting costume can be dangerous

Replace porch lights with colored light bulbs for a spooky glow

Purchase glow sticks for kids to wear while trick-or-treating or add reflective material to costumes

NOVEMBER

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME Sunday 110214

Set your clocks back 1 hour

VETERANrsquoS DAY Tuesday 111114

THANKSGIVINGThursday 112714

TIDY UPFreshen up spaces before friends and fam-ily begin arriving for the holiday season

Drain water from any outdoor hydrants or hoses and have sprinkler systems

serviced for winter

Chop up carved pumpkins and add to compost layer compost over cut back

perennials to protect from cold weather

Wash and iron all holiday linens clean the cabinets and throw out expired

spices clean and reorganize your refrig-erator clean all oven spills and stains

Replace bedding and towels for any holiday house guests

READY FOR FALLAdd these reminders to your seasonal to-do list

Winterize rose bushes by pruning to a height of 3 feet

Clean outdoor furniture with mild detergent and oil wood furniture

before storing for winter

Check and restock winter emergency kits for all vehicles

Check yard for barespots and apply grass seed where needed

Replace summer bedding with flannel sheets and winter duvets

Throw pet collars and leashes in the wash to remove seasonal allergens

and odors

Fire up the heater or fireplace to ensure they are propertyly working

VSBLACK FRIDAY SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Check closets for unwanted clothing or coats and donate to your local charity

SHOPPING TRADITIONSWill you wake up before dawn to catch the crazy deals and people-pushing Or will you sleep in and support your local small business on Small Business Saturday

November 29th

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Chrysanthemums say fall as much as pumpkins say Halloween and turkey says Thanksgiving Hundreds of hardy cultivars pro-vide an array of colors and bloom shapes making mums the divas of the autumn garden The blooms last for weeks not days and the sheer number of flowers per plant will excite even the most drab of fall landscapes Because of their tight mounded habit and stunning bloom cover garden mums are perfect for mass plantings To get the maximum effect from far away stick

to only one or two colors Another possibility is to arrange a gradual transition of related colors Look around your yard to see what co-lors would best complement the existing landscape If you decorate for fall with pumpkins and gourds choose orange bronze yellow and creamy white mums If you have a lot of evergreen plants that provide a backdrop of varying shades of green foliage try bright pinks lavenders pure whites or reds This favorite flower is a no-brainer to care for follow a few guidelines to ensure beautiful blooms well into cooler weather gtgt

SEASONAL STEMS

Fall MUMS

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hello fall

PURCHASINGWhen night temperatures drop in mid-September buy plants as they start to break bud Yoursquoll maximize bloom time Check plant tags and cross-reference with already opened blooms What you see is what you get Buy the bigger plant Once buds start to open

yoursquore pretty much guaranteed flowers - no matter where you display them although theyrsquoll be happiest in sun

CARE amp WATERKeep flowers blooming by wa-tering and pinching Soil should be moist but never wet Check daily during warm weather and

every other day when itrsquos cooler Remove faded blooms to encoura-ge even more buds to open and yoursquoll have color through October The key to those full rounded do-mes of blooms that you associate with mums is pinching to create more branching and keep plants compact Donrsquot hold back -- just a few minutes here and there will reward you with a thick solid-loo-king plant If yoursquove bought large full plants in the fall they have already been pinched and are ready for planting Young spring plants will need pinching for maxi-mum bloom and best plant shape Start pinching as soon as you see a good flush of buds Pinch about half of the tender new growth at the top of the shoot choose some stems with buds and some without Repeat the

process with every 3 to 5 inches of growth (about every two to four weeks) until July 4 Stopping then ensures you will get good bud formation and blooms in fall If your plant dries out submerge it in a bucket of water or jab a sharp pencil into the soil several times and then water

PERENNIAL PLANTINGFall planting lessens the chance of this perennialrsquos winter survival because the roots donrsquot have time to establish themselves If you want something more permanent and are willing to provide proper care like mulching and pinching plant mums in the spring and allow them to get established in the garden This will improve their chances of overwintering and reblooming the next year

Clockwise from top left Try placing small plants into hollowed squash or pump-kins - use as table decorations or give as a gift Striking pink blooms contrast well with orange pumpkins and when placed in a stark white planter offers a bit of contemporary style No outdoor space Bring plants indoors to provide a reminder of the season Massive groupings of different styles and colors create an unforgettable entryway

Location location location Choose a spot that gets at least six hours of sun a day Plants that donrsquot get enough sunlight will be tall and leggy and produce fewer smaller flowers

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Cozy Up To Fall With Homemade Chai Tea Mix

Put your feet up and grab a blanket this homemade chai mix will have you endulging your senses and tastebuds at the first

sign of cold weather

CHAI TEA MIX

1 C nonfat dry powdered milk

1 12 C granulated sugar

1 C dry powdered non dairy creamer

1 C french vanilla non dairy creamer

1 12 C dry instant unsweetened tea

2 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp cardamom

Blend all ingredients (in a food processor or blender) 1 cup at a time until the mixture is a fine powder Store in an airtight container Mix 13 C with 8 oz hot water and stir until dissolved Top with whipped cream and cinnamon

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print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

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FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

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There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 4: Living in Littleton Fall

5

LITTLETONWHAT ARE YOU DOING THIS FALL

Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Corn Maze September 19 - November 1

Get lost at this yearrsquos Denver Botanical Gardens at Chatfieldrsquos

8-acre Corn Maze The maze is open every Friday Saturday

and Sunday from September 19- November 1

Wind your way through the butterfly maze and help Farmer

Green find his lost animals Visitors under the age of 10 can

enjoy the mini maze Pony and train rides are also available

as vendors sell your fall favorites such as funnel cakes hotdogs

kettle corn and lemonade After dark in October the Maze trans-

forms into an amazing Glow Maze complete with black lights and

glow sticks

Admission

$12 Adult

$10 Adult Member Student Senior (65+) Military

$8 Child (ages 3-12)

$6 Child Member

Free for children 2 and younger

Groups of 15 or more - member pricing applies

Tickets available at Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield

Dead Zone Haunted Maze

October 3 4 10 amp 11 Nightly October 17-November 1

The Dead Zone haunted maze is a 3-acre maze separate from

the regular 8-acre maze To get to the Dead Zone patrons must

make their way through the Glow Maze to the Dead Zone entrance

Ticket price includes the Glow Maze adventure with a glow stick

and entrance into the Dead Zone haunted maze Open on Fridays

amp Saturdays 7 - 11 pm and Sunday - Thursday 7 - 10 pm

Admission

$22 per person

Fall FAMILY FUN

FALL 2014

The Pumpkin Patch of Centennial at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church is a safe and fun family event Beautiful fresh pumpkins are scheduled to arrive Oct 12 They come in many shapes and sizes from the Navajo Reservation in Northern New Mexico All of the proceeds from pumpkin sales go directly to four local homeless shelters and one food pantry

The picturesque property is the perfect autumn patch for your family Scarecrows hay bales photo opportunities beautiful decorations and red wagons for the children to pull into the patch for pumpkin selection Check them out on Facebook Pumpkin Patch of Centennial

Selling pumpkins seven days a week from 10 in the morning until dusk the Patch is open from Oct 12 thru Oct 31 and located at 8545 E Dry Creek Road in Centennial

celebrate fall in Littleton

The PUMPKIN PATCH of Centennial

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Trick or Treat - Goblin Give Out October 25

For The Kids Wear your Halloween Costumes and Trick or Treat at participat-

ing merchants throughout Downtown Littleton 1200 - 500 pm Sponsored by the

Historic Downtown Littleton Merchants Association

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Location1193 Bergen Parkway Suite NOP(King Soopers Shopping Center)Evergreen Colorado 80439

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Contact Main Line 3036798000Fax Line 3036790700ColoradoConsignmentscom

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Colorado Furniture Consignments has purchased a second location in Cherry Creek Koru Consignment Furniture is conveniently located just off of 6th Avenue

Come pay us a visit in person or find us online

Location2434 E 6th AveDenver CO 80206

Store HoursMonday ndash Saturday 10-6Sunday 10-4

ContactPhone 3033331738 Koruhomecom

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CONTENTS

FALL 2014

Publishing DirectorCasey OrrCreative DirectorKaley RhodesEditorialKelsey Sindorf Kimba Orr Allison Orr Bobby SindorfPhotographyKimba OrrAdvertising SalesBrandon PowersTim Ingle

Contacts Advertising InformationBrandonMyPelicanMagazinecom

Ph 303-955-5036 ADVERTISINGGeneral InquiriesContactMyPelicanMagazinecom

More Information About Pelican PublicationsMagazine Publishing Website Publishing amp Marketing Consulting

Pelican distributes LIVING IN DENVER magazines to Denver NEWCOMERS through real estate agents chambers of commerce and wwwLivingInDenverco

Pelican distributes WILDLIFE maga-zines to WILDLIFE ENTHUSIASTS in Kansas through email subscribers local businesses and wwwExploreNCKScom

Office7550 W Yale Ave Suite A-100 Denver CO 80227

wwwMyPelicanMagazinecom

copy 2014 Pelican Publications All rights reserved

No part of this magazine may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by no means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without prior permission of the publisher

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ONWARD

Get Outside Produce-Picking Farms amp Fruit Stands

Living Inlsquos Months Ahead

FALL GALLERY FEATURE

The Vibrant Colors Of Change

PETS

Aging Pets

FASHION

Day-To-Night Looks

HEALTH

Compression Trends

FOOD ETC

Country Comfort Favorites For Fall

GIVE BACK

Feature Follow-Up Promise Ranch

COLORADO PROUD LOCALLY GROWN

LOCAL FLAVOR

LivingInDenver1 livingindenver denverco

LIVI

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IND

ENVE

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ONWARDNOTEWORTHY DATES HELPFUL TIPS amp REMINDERS TO LIVE YOUR BEST FALL MONTHS AHEAD

ERIE

ANDERSON FARMSVisit the longest run-ning corn maze and pumpkin patch

6728 COUNTY RD 3 14

LITTLETON

CARPENTERrsquoS HELPERSThis pumpkin patch is raising money for a Habitat for Humanity house

st james presbyterian church 3601 w belleview avenue

LAKEWOOD

THE GREAT PUMPKIN PATCHProceeds go to Habitat for Humanity

ALAMEDA amp GARRISON

hello fallWhat better way to enjoy the fruits of the season than to literally pick them yourself

PRODUCE-PICKING FARMS PUMPKIN PATCHES HAYRIDES CORN MAZES AND APPLE BOBBING

PARKER

FLAT ACRES FARMPumpkin patch corn maze hayrides farm animals a barrel train face painting and much more

11321 DRANSFELDT RD

FORT COLLINS

something from the farmThree mazes on 16 acres with four miles of trails to explore pumpkin catapult and much more

7755 Greenstone trail

noco corn mazeThis 15 acre corn maze turns into a haunted maze at dusk A pick in the field pumpkin patch farmstand

petting zoo and enormous pumpkin catapult also await visitors

2318 s city rd 5

bartels land amp livestock incThis pumpkin patch and corn maze offers group rates and corn maze prices The pumpkin cannon offers excitement for the crowd

3424 e douglas rd

GREELEY

TIGGES FARM PRODUCE amp PUMPKIN PATCHRoasted chilies fresh produce including home grown tomatos and a pumpkin patch

12404 ECR 64 12

LOVELAND

osborn farm pumpkin patch1230 s boise ave

CASTLE ROCK

LOWELL RANCHHarvest Day - Sep-tember 27 2014 bring the family and enjoy the pumpkin patch carriage rides farm animals and more

2330 s i-25 (frontage rd)

BOULDER

COTTONWOOD FARMFamily fun with pumpkins animals corn maze hay bale maze and hay rides School group tours available

1535 n 75th st

GOLDEN

scarecrow expressPick and decorate your own pumpkin Largest bi-level 3-D maze full of color-ful enchanted and spooky fun

18301 w colfax ave

BRIGHTON

BERRY PATCH FARMSNothing scary or ghoulish here Crafts hayrides straw maze games and more

13785 potomac st

LONGMONT

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PUMPKIN ranchThe weekend festival held every Saturday and Sunday during the month of October

boasts tons of carnival fun and is home to the original Pick a Pump-kin pumpkin patch

9057 UTE HWY CO 66

THORNTON

hill harvestVisit for the pumpkin patch and fresh farm produce

3225 e 124th ave

BROOMFIELD

ROCK CREEK FARMU-pickem pumpkins corn mazes hayrides farm animals fam-ily fun area eats and treats

2005 s 112th st

FRESH PICKED

READ MORE ONLINE

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FALL 2014

LIVING INrsquoS MONTHS AHEAD Fall

2014 find more onlinel i v i n g i n d e n v e r c oco

At the height of Rin Tin Tinrsquos fame a chef prepared him a daily steak lunch Classical musicians played to aid his digestion

SEPTEMBER

LABOR DAYMonday 090114

Always celebrated on the first Monday in September Labor Day is dedicated

to those who work to make our country strong and prosperous According to the US Department of Labor the first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City on Tuesday September 5th 1882 In 1884 the first Monday of September was selected as the official date of the

holiday as we know it today

REMEMBER THE FALLENSaturday 091114

Take time to remember the 2977 people who lost their lives in the 2001

terrorist attacks

DID YOU KNOW

gtgt There are more microbreweries per capita in Colorado than any other state

gtgt Pueblo is proud to have 4 living recipients of the Medal of Honor

gtgt ldquoMike the Headless Chicken Dayrdquo is celebrated in Fruita The folklore

of Mike the Headless chicken is that a farmer named LA Olsen cut off Mikersquos head on September 10 1945 in anticipa-

tion of a chicken dinner Mike lived another 4 years without a head

gtgt The Republic Plaza is the tallest building in Denver boasting 57 stories

gtgt The Western Stock Show is held in Denver is the worldrsquos largest Rodeo

gtgt John Henry ldquoDocrdquo Hollidayrsquos brief and tumultuous existence led him to

Glenwood Springs where he succumbed to tuberculosis and died at the Hotel

Glenwood on Nov 8 1887

OCTOBER

YOM KIPPUR Friday 100314

NATIONAL BOSSrsquoS DAY Thursday 101614

HALLOWEENFriday 103114

A SEASON FOR SPOOKINGEnsure a safe and fun Halloween with these tips

Avoid the mess of carving pumpkins by painting on faces and decorative designs

Try on costumes early to ensure a proper fit tripping on an ill-fitting costume can be dangerous

Replace porch lights with colored light bulbs for a spooky glow

Purchase glow sticks for kids to wear while trick-or-treating or add reflective material to costumes

NOVEMBER

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME Sunday 110214

Set your clocks back 1 hour

VETERANrsquoS DAY Tuesday 111114

THANKSGIVINGThursday 112714

TIDY UPFreshen up spaces before friends and fam-ily begin arriving for the holiday season

Drain water from any outdoor hydrants or hoses and have sprinkler systems

serviced for winter

Chop up carved pumpkins and add to compost layer compost over cut back

perennials to protect from cold weather

Wash and iron all holiday linens clean the cabinets and throw out expired

spices clean and reorganize your refrig-erator clean all oven spills and stains

Replace bedding and towels for any holiday house guests

READY FOR FALLAdd these reminders to your seasonal to-do list

Winterize rose bushes by pruning to a height of 3 feet

Clean outdoor furniture with mild detergent and oil wood furniture

before storing for winter

Check and restock winter emergency kits for all vehicles

Check yard for barespots and apply grass seed where needed

Replace summer bedding with flannel sheets and winter duvets

Throw pet collars and leashes in the wash to remove seasonal allergens

and odors

Fire up the heater or fireplace to ensure they are propertyly working

VSBLACK FRIDAY SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Check closets for unwanted clothing or coats and donate to your local charity

SHOPPING TRADITIONSWill you wake up before dawn to catch the crazy deals and people-pushing Or will you sleep in and support your local small business on Small Business Saturday

November 29th

FALL 2014 15

Chrysanthemums say fall as much as pumpkins say Halloween and turkey says Thanksgiving Hundreds of hardy cultivars pro-vide an array of colors and bloom shapes making mums the divas of the autumn garden The blooms last for weeks not days and the sheer number of flowers per plant will excite even the most drab of fall landscapes Because of their tight mounded habit and stunning bloom cover garden mums are perfect for mass plantings To get the maximum effect from far away stick

to only one or two colors Another possibility is to arrange a gradual transition of related colors Look around your yard to see what co-lors would best complement the existing landscape If you decorate for fall with pumpkins and gourds choose orange bronze yellow and creamy white mums If you have a lot of evergreen plants that provide a backdrop of varying shades of green foliage try bright pinks lavenders pure whites or reds This favorite flower is a no-brainer to care for follow a few guidelines to ensure beautiful blooms well into cooler weather gtgt

SEASONAL STEMS

Fall MUMS

FALL 2014

hello fall

PURCHASINGWhen night temperatures drop in mid-September buy plants as they start to break bud Yoursquoll maximize bloom time Check plant tags and cross-reference with already opened blooms What you see is what you get Buy the bigger plant Once buds start to open

yoursquore pretty much guaranteed flowers - no matter where you display them although theyrsquoll be happiest in sun

CARE amp WATERKeep flowers blooming by wa-tering and pinching Soil should be moist but never wet Check daily during warm weather and

every other day when itrsquos cooler Remove faded blooms to encoura-ge even more buds to open and yoursquoll have color through October The key to those full rounded do-mes of blooms that you associate with mums is pinching to create more branching and keep plants compact Donrsquot hold back -- just a few minutes here and there will reward you with a thick solid-loo-king plant If yoursquove bought large full plants in the fall they have already been pinched and are ready for planting Young spring plants will need pinching for maxi-mum bloom and best plant shape Start pinching as soon as you see a good flush of buds Pinch about half of the tender new growth at the top of the shoot choose some stems with buds and some without Repeat the

process with every 3 to 5 inches of growth (about every two to four weeks) until July 4 Stopping then ensures you will get good bud formation and blooms in fall If your plant dries out submerge it in a bucket of water or jab a sharp pencil into the soil several times and then water

PERENNIAL PLANTINGFall planting lessens the chance of this perennialrsquos winter survival because the roots donrsquot have time to establish themselves If you want something more permanent and are willing to provide proper care like mulching and pinching plant mums in the spring and allow them to get established in the garden This will improve their chances of overwintering and reblooming the next year

Clockwise from top left Try placing small plants into hollowed squash or pump-kins - use as table decorations or give as a gift Striking pink blooms contrast well with orange pumpkins and when placed in a stark white planter offers a bit of contemporary style No outdoor space Bring plants indoors to provide a reminder of the season Massive groupings of different styles and colors create an unforgettable entryway

Location location location Choose a spot that gets at least six hours of sun a day Plants that donrsquot get enough sunlight will be tall and leggy and produce fewer smaller flowers

FALL 2014 17

Cozy Up To Fall With Homemade Chai Tea Mix

Put your feet up and grab a blanket this homemade chai mix will have you endulging your senses and tastebuds at the first

sign of cold weather

CHAI TEA MIX

1 C nonfat dry powdered milk

1 12 C granulated sugar

1 C dry powdered non dairy creamer

1 C french vanilla non dairy creamer

1 12 C dry instant unsweetened tea

2 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp cardamom

Blend all ingredients (in a food processor or blender) 1 cup at a time until the mixture is a fine powder Store in an airtight container Mix 13 C with 8 oz hot water and stir until dissolved Top with whipped cream and cinnamon

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print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 21

FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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FALL 2014

The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

downtown_denver downtowndenver livinginden-ver coorsfield rockies coloradorockies

Missed the win but nothing beats spending a hot summer night watching the rockies gorockies coorsfield downtowndenver livingindenver colo-radorockies

FOLLOW US ON gtgt TWITTER lIVINGINDENVER1 gtgt INSTAGRAM lIVINGINDENVER gtgt WEB LIVINGINDENVERCO

FALL 2014 29

PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

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460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 5: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

The Pumpkin Patch of Centennial at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church is a safe and fun family event Beautiful fresh pumpkins are scheduled to arrive Oct 12 They come in many shapes and sizes from the Navajo Reservation in Northern New Mexico All of the proceeds from pumpkin sales go directly to four local homeless shelters and one food pantry

The picturesque property is the perfect autumn patch for your family Scarecrows hay bales photo opportunities beautiful decorations and red wagons for the children to pull into the patch for pumpkin selection Check them out on Facebook Pumpkin Patch of Centennial

Selling pumpkins seven days a week from 10 in the morning until dusk the Patch is open from Oct 12 thru Oct 31 and located at 8545 E Dry Creek Road in Centennial

celebrate fall in Littleton

The PUMPKIN PATCH of Centennial

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Trick or Treat - Goblin Give Out October 25

For The Kids Wear your Halloween Costumes and Trick or Treat at participat-

ing merchants throughout Downtown Littleton 1200 - 500 pm Sponsored by the

Historic Downtown Littleton Merchants Association

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CONTENTS

FALL 2014

Publishing DirectorCasey OrrCreative DirectorKaley RhodesEditorialKelsey Sindorf Kimba Orr Allison Orr Bobby SindorfPhotographyKimba OrrAdvertising SalesBrandon PowersTim Ingle

Contacts Advertising InformationBrandonMyPelicanMagazinecom

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ONWARD

Get Outside Produce-Picking Farms amp Fruit Stands

Living Inlsquos Months Ahead

FALL GALLERY FEATURE

The Vibrant Colors Of Change

PETS

Aging Pets

FASHION

Day-To-Night Looks

HEALTH

Compression Trends

FOOD ETC

Country Comfort Favorites For Fall

GIVE BACK

Feature Follow-Up Promise Ranch

COLORADO PROUD LOCALLY GROWN

LOCAL FLAVOR

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ONWARDNOTEWORTHY DATES HELPFUL TIPS amp REMINDERS TO LIVE YOUR BEST FALL MONTHS AHEAD

ERIE

ANDERSON FARMSVisit the longest run-ning corn maze and pumpkin patch

6728 COUNTY RD 3 14

LITTLETON

CARPENTERrsquoS HELPERSThis pumpkin patch is raising money for a Habitat for Humanity house

st james presbyterian church 3601 w belleview avenue

LAKEWOOD

THE GREAT PUMPKIN PATCHProceeds go to Habitat for Humanity

ALAMEDA amp GARRISON

hello fallWhat better way to enjoy the fruits of the season than to literally pick them yourself

PRODUCE-PICKING FARMS PUMPKIN PATCHES HAYRIDES CORN MAZES AND APPLE BOBBING

PARKER

FLAT ACRES FARMPumpkin patch corn maze hayrides farm animals a barrel train face painting and much more

11321 DRANSFELDT RD

FORT COLLINS

something from the farmThree mazes on 16 acres with four miles of trails to explore pumpkin catapult and much more

7755 Greenstone trail

noco corn mazeThis 15 acre corn maze turns into a haunted maze at dusk A pick in the field pumpkin patch farmstand

petting zoo and enormous pumpkin catapult also await visitors

2318 s city rd 5

bartels land amp livestock incThis pumpkin patch and corn maze offers group rates and corn maze prices The pumpkin cannon offers excitement for the crowd

3424 e douglas rd

GREELEY

TIGGES FARM PRODUCE amp PUMPKIN PATCHRoasted chilies fresh produce including home grown tomatos and a pumpkin patch

12404 ECR 64 12

LOVELAND

osborn farm pumpkin patch1230 s boise ave

CASTLE ROCK

LOWELL RANCHHarvest Day - Sep-tember 27 2014 bring the family and enjoy the pumpkin patch carriage rides farm animals and more

2330 s i-25 (frontage rd)

BOULDER

COTTONWOOD FARMFamily fun with pumpkins animals corn maze hay bale maze and hay rides School group tours available

1535 n 75th st

GOLDEN

scarecrow expressPick and decorate your own pumpkin Largest bi-level 3-D maze full of color-ful enchanted and spooky fun

18301 w colfax ave

BRIGHTON

BERRY PATCH FARMSNothing scary or ghoulish here Crafts hayrides straw maze games and more

13785 potomac st

LONGMONT

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PUMPKIN ranchThe weekend festival held every Saturday and Sunday during the month of October

boasts tons of carnival fun and is home to the original Pick a Pump-kin pumpkin patch

9057 UTE HWY CO 66

THORNTON

hill harvestVisit for the pumpkin patch and fresh farm produce

3225 e 124th ave

BROOMFIELD

ROCK CREEK FARMU-pickem pumpkins corn mazes hayrides farm animals fam-ily fun area eats and treats

2005 s 112th st

FRESH PICKED

READ MORE ONLINE

LIVINGINDENVERCO

FALL 2014

LIVING INrsquoS MONTHS AHEAD Fall

2014 find more onlinel i v i n g i n d e n v e r c oco

At the height of Rin Tin Tinrsquos fame a chef prepared him a daily steak lunch Classical musicians played to aid his digestion

SEPTEMBER

LABOR DAYMonday 090114

Always celebrated on the first Monday in September Labor Day is dedicated

to those who work to make our country strong and prosperous According to the US Department of Labor the first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City on Tuesday September 5th 1882 In 1884 the first Monday of September was selected as the official date of the

holiday as we know it today

REMEMBER THE FALLENSaturday 091114

Take time to remember the 2977 people who lost their lives in the 2001

terrorist attacks

DID YOU KNOW

gtgt There are more microbreweries per capita in Colorado than any other state

gtgt Pueblo is proud to have 4 living recipients of the Medal of Honor

gtgt ldquoMike the Headless Chicken Dayrdquo is celebrated in Fruita The folklore

of Mike the Headless chicken is that a farmer named LA Olsen cut off Mikersquos head on September 10 1945 in anticipa-

tion of a chicken dinner Mike lived another 4 years without a head

gtgt The Republic Plaza is the tallest building in Denver boasting 57 stories

gtgt The Western Stock Show is held in Denver is the worldrsquos largest Rodeo

gtgt John Henry ldquoDocrdquo Hollidayrsquos brief and tumultuous existence led him to

Glenwood Springs where he succumbed to tuberculosis and died at the Hotel

Glenwood on Nov 8 1887

OCTOBER

YOM KIPPUR Friday 100314

NATIONAL BOSSrsquoS DAY Thursday 101614

HALLOWEENFriday 103114

A SEASON FOR SPOOKINGEnsure a safe and fun Halloween with these tips

Avoid the mess of carving pumpkins by painting on faces and decorative designs

Try on costumes early to ensure a proper fit tripping on an ill-fitting costume can be dangerous

Replace porch lights with colored light bulbs for a spooky glow

Purchase glow sticks for kids to wear while trick-or-treating or add reflective material to costumes

NOVEMBER

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME Sunday 110214

Set your clocks back 1 hour

VETERANrsquoS DAY Tuesday 111114

THANKSGIVINGThursday 112714

TIDY UPFreshen up spaces before friends and fam-ily begin arriving for the holiday season

Drain water from any outdoor hydrants or hoses and have sprinkler systems

serviced for winter

Chop up carved pumpkins and add to compost layer compost over cut back

perennials to protect from cold weather

Wash and iron all holiday linens clean the cabinets and throw out expired

spices clean and reorganize your refrig-erator clean all oven spills and stains

Replace bedding and towels for any holiday house guests

READY FOR FALLAdd these reminders to your seasonal to-do list

Winterize rose bushes by pruning to a height of 3 feet

Clean outdoor furniture with mild detergent and oil wood furniture

before storing for winter

Check and restock winter emergency kits for all vehicles

Check yard for barespots and apply grass seed where needed

Replace summer bedding with flannel sheets and winter duvets

Throw pet collars and leashes in the wash to remove seasonal allergens

and odors

Fire up the heater or fireplace to ensure they are propertyly working

VSBLACK FRIDAY SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Check closets for unwanted clothing or coats and donate to your local charity

SHOPPING TRADITIONSWill you wake up before dawn to catch the crazy deals and people-pushing Or will you sleep in and support your local small business on Small Business Saturday

November 29th

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Chrysanthemums say fall as much as pumpkins say Halloween and turkey says Thanksgiving Hundreds of hardy cultivars pro-vide an array of colors and bloom shapes making mums the divas of the autumn garden The blooms last for weeks not days and the sheer number of flowers per plant will excite even the most drab of fall landscapes Because of their tight mounded habit and stunning bloom cover garden mums are perfect for mass plantings To get the maximum effect from far away stick

to only one or two colors Another possibility is to arrange a gradual transition of related colors Look around your yard to see what co-lors would best complement the existing landscape If you decorate for fall with pumpkins and gourds choose orange bronze yellow and creamy white mums If you have a lot of evergreen plants that provide a backdrop of varying shades of green foliage try bright pinks lavenders pure whites or reds This favorite flower is a no-brainer to care for follow a few guidelines to ensure beautiful blooms well into cooler weather gtgt

SEASONAL STEMS

Fall MUMS

FALL 2014

hello fall

PURCHASINGWhen night temperatures drop in mid-September buy plants as they start to break bud Yoursquoll maximize bloom time Check plant tags and cross-reference with already opened blooms What you see is what you get Buy the bigger plant Once buds start to open

yoursquore pretty much guaranteed flowers - no matter where you display them although theyrsquoll be happiest in sun

CARE amp WATERKeep flowers blooming by wa-tering and pinching Soil should be moist but never wet Check daily during warm weather and

every other day when itrsquos cooler Remove faded blooms to encoura-ge even more buds to open and yoursquoll have color through October The key to those full rounded do-mes of blooms that you associate with mums is pinching to create more branching and keep plants compact Donrsquot hold back -- just a few minutes here and there will reward you with a thick solid-loo-king plant If yoursquove bought large full plants in the fall they have already been pinched and are ready for planting Young spring plants will need pinching for maxi-mum bloom and best plant shape Start pinching as soon as you see a good flush of buds Pinch about half of the tender new growth at the top of the shoot choose some stems with buds and some without Repeat the

process with every 3 to 5 inches of growth (about every two to four weeks) until July 4 Stopping then ensures you will get good bud formation and blooms in fall If your plant dries out submerge it in a bucket of water or jab a sharp pencil into the soil several times and then water

PERENNIAL PLANTINGFall planting lessens the chance of this perennialrsquos winter survival because the roots donrsquot have time to establish themselves If you want something more permanent and are willing to provide proper care like mulching and pinching plant mums in the spring and allow them to get established in the garden This will improve their chances of overwintering and reblooming the next year

Clockwise from top left Try placing small plants into hollowed squash or pump-kins - use as table decorations or give as a gift Striking pink blooms contrast well with orange pumpkins and when placed in a stark white planter offers a bit of contemporary style No outdoor space Bring plants indoors to provide a reminder of the season Massive groupings of different styles and colors create an unforgettable entryway

Location location location Choose a spot that gets at least six hours of sun a day Plants that donrsquot get enough sunlight will be tall and leggy and produce fewer smaller flowers

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Cozy Up To Fall With Homemade Chai Tea Mix

Put your feet up and grab a blanket this homemade chai mix will have you endulging your senses and tastebuds at the first

sign of cold weather

CHAI TEA MIX

1 C nonfat dry powdered milk

1 12 C granulated sugar

1 C dry powdered non dairy creamer

1 C french vanilla non dairy creamer

1 12 C dry instant unsweetened tea

2 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp cardamom

Blend all ingredients (in a food processor or blender) 1 cup at a time until the mixture is a fine powder Store in an airtight container Mix 13 C with 8 oz hot water and stir until dissolved Top with whipped cream and cinnamon

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print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

FALL 2014

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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FALL 2014

The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

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WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

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1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

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There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 6: Living in Littleton Fall

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Trick or Treat - Goblin Give Out October 25

For The Kids Wear your Halloween Costumes and Trick or Treat at participat-

ing merchants throughout Downtown Littleton 1200 - 500 pm Sponsored by the

Historic Downtown Littleton Merchants Association

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Colorado Furniture Consignments has purchased a second location in Cherry Creek Koru Consignment Furniture is conveniently located just off of 6th Avenue

Come pay us a visit in person or find us online

Location2434 E 6th AveDenver CO 80206

Store HoursMonday ndash Saturday 10-6Sunday 10-4

ContactPhone 3033331738 Koruhomecom

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CONTENTS

FALL 2014

Publishing DirectorCasey OrrCreative DirectorKaley RhodesEditorialKelsey Sindorf Kimba Orr Allison Orr Bobby SindorfPhotographyKimba OrrAdvertising SalesBrandon PowersTim Ingle

Contacts Advertising InformationBrandonMyPelicanMagazinecom

Ph 303-955-5036 ADVERTISINGGeneral InquiriesContactMyPelicanMagazinecom

More Information About Pelican PublicationsMagazine Publishing Website Publishing amp Marketing Consulting

Pelican distributes LIVING IN DENVER magazines to Denver NEWCOMERS through real estate agents chambers of commerce and wwwLivingInDenverco

Pelican distributes WILDLIFE maga-zines to WILDLIFE ENTHUSIASTS in Kansas through email subscribers local businesses and wwwExploreNCKScom

Office7550 W Yale Ave Suite A-100 Denver CO 80227

wwwMyPelicanMagazinecom

copy 2014 Pelican Publications All rights reserved

No part of this magazine may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by no means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without prior permission of the publisher

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ONWARD

Get Outside Produce-Picking Farms amp Fruit Stands

Living Inlsquos Months Ahead

FALL GALLERY FEATURE

The Vibrant Colors Of Change

PETS

Aging Pets

FASHION

Day-To-Night Looks

HEALTH

Compression Trends

FOOD ETC

Country Comfort Favorites For Fall

GIVE BACK

Feature Follow-Up Promise Ranch

COLORADO PROUD LOCALLY GROWN

LOCAL FLAVOR

LivingInDenver1 livingindenver denverco

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ONWARDNOTEWORTHY DATES HELPFUL TIPS amp REMINDERS TO LIVE YOUR BEST FALL MONTHS AHEAD

ERIE

ANDERSON FARMSVisit the longest run-ning corn maze and pumpkin patch

6728 COUNTY RD 3 14

LITTLETON

CARPENTERrsquoS HELPERSThis pumpkin patch is raising money for a Habitat for Humanity house

st james presbyterian church 3601 w belleview avenue

LAKEWOOD

THE GREAT PUMPKIN PATCHProceeds go to Habitat for Humanity

ALAMEDA amp GARRISON

hello fallWhat better way to enjoy the fruits of the season than to literally pick them yourself

PRODUCE-PICKING FARMS PUMPKIN PATCHES HAYRIDES CORN MAZES AND APPLE BOBBING

PARKER

FLAT ACRES FARMPumpkin patch corn maze hayrides farm animals a barrel train face painting and much more

11321 DRANSFELDT RD

FORT COLLINS

something from the farmThree mazes on 16 acres with four miles of trails to explore pumpkin catapult and much more

7755 Greenstone trail

noco corn mazeThis 15 acre corn maze turns into a haunted maze at dusk A pick in the field pumpkin patch farmstand

petting zoo and enormous pumpkin catapult also await visitors

2318 s city rd 5

bartels land amp livestock incThis pumpkin patch and corn maze offers group rates and corn maze prices The pumpkin cannon offers excitement for the crowd

3424 e douglas rd

GREELEY

TIGGES FARM PRODUCE amp PUMPKIN PATCHRoasted chilies fresh produce including home grown tomatos and a pumpkin patch

12404 ECR 64 12

LOVELAND

osborn farm pumpkin patch1230 s boise ave

CASTLE ROCK

LOWELL RANCHHarvest Day - Sep-tember 27 2014 bring the family and enjoy the pumpkin patch carriage rides farm animals and more

2330 s i-25 (frontage rd)

BOULDER

COTTONWOOD FARMFamily fun with pumpkins animals corn maze hay bale maze and hay rides School group tours available

1535 n 75th st

GOLDEN

scarecrow expressPick and decorate your own pumpkin Largest bi-level 3-D maze full of color-ful enchanted and spooky fun

18301 w colfax ave

BRIGHTON

BERRY PATCH FARMSNothing scary or ghoulish here Crafts hayrides straw maze games and more

13785 potomac st

LONGMONT

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PUMPKIN ranchThe weekend festival held every Saturday and Sunday during the month of October

boasts tons of carnival fun and is home to the original Pick a Pump-kin pumpkin patch

9057 UTE HWY CO 66

THORNTON

hill harvestVisit for the pumpkin patch and fresh farm produce

3225 e 124th ave

BROOMFIELD

ROCK CREEK FARMU-pickem pumpkins corn mazes hayrides farm animals fam-ily fun area eats and treats

2005 s 112th st

FRESH PICKED

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FALL 2014

LIVING INrsquoS MONTHS AHEAD Fall

2014 find more onlinel i v i n g i n d e n v e r c oco

At the height of Rin Tin Tinrsquos fame a chef prepared him a daily steak lunch Classical musicians played to aid his digestion

SEPTEMBER

LABOR DAYMonday 090114

Always celebrated on the first Monday in September Labor Day is dedicated

to those who work to make our country strong and prosperous According to the US Department of Labor the first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City on Tuesday September 5th 1882 In 1884 the first Monday of September was selected as the official date of the

holiday as we know it today

REMEMBER THE FALLENSaturday 091114

Take time to remember the 2977 people who lost their lives in the 2001

terrorist attacks

DID YOU KNOW

gtgt There are more microbreweries per capita in Colorado than any other state

gtgt Pueblo is proud to have 4 living recipients of the Medal of Honor

gtgt ldquoMike the Headless Chicken Dayrdquo is celebrated in Fruita The folklore

of Mike the Headless chicken is that a farmer named LA Olsen cut off Mikersquos head on September 10 1945 in anticipa-

tion of a chicken dinner Mike lived another 4 years without a head

gtgt The Republic Plaza is the tallest building in Denver boasting 57 stories

gtgt The Western Stock Show is held in Denver is the worldrsquos largest Rodeo

gtgt John Henry ldquoDocrdquo Hollidayrsquos brief and tumultuous existence led him to

Glenwood Springs where he succumbed to tuberculosis and died at the Hotel

Glenwood on Nov 8 1887

OCTOBER

YOM KIPPUR Friday 100314

NATIONAL BOSSrsquoS DAY Thursday 101614

HALLOWEENFriday 103114

A SEASON FOR SPOOKINGEnsure a safe and fun Halloween with these tips

Avoid the mess of carving pumpkins by painting on faces and decorative designs

Try on costumes early to ensure a proper fit tripping on an ill-fitting costume can be dangerous

Replace porch lights with colored light bulbs for a spooky glow

Purchase glow sticks for kids to wear while trick-or-treating or add reflective material to costumes

NOVEMBER

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME Sunday 110214

Set your clocks back 1 hour

VETERANrsquoS DAY Tuesday 111114

THANKSGIVINGThursday 112714

TIDY UPFreshen up spaces before friends and fam-ily begin arriving for the holiday season

Drain water from any outdoor hydrants or hoses and have sprinkler systems

serviced for winter

Chop up carved pumpkins and add to compost layer compost over cut back

perennials to protect from cold weather

Wash and iron all holiday linens clean the cabinets and throw out expired

spices clean and reorganize your refrig-erator clean all oven spills and stains

Replace bedding and towels for any holiday house guests

READY FOR FALLAdd these reminders to your seasonal to-do list

Winterize rose bushes by pruning to a height of 3 feet

Clean outdoor furniture with mild detergent and oil wood furniture

before storing for winter

Check and restock winter emergency kits for all vehicles

Check yard for barespots and apply grass seed where needed

Replace summer bedding with flannel sheets and winter duvets

Throw pet collars and leashes in the wash to remove seasonal allergens

and odors

Fire up the heater or fireplace to ensure they are propertyly working

VSBLACK FRIDAY SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Check closets for unwanted clothing or coats and donate to your local charity

SHOPPING TRADITIONSWill you wake up before dawn to catch the crazy deals and people-pushing Or will you sleep in and support your local small business on Small Business Saturday

November 29th

FALL 2014 15

Chrysanthemums say fall as much as pumpkins say Halloween and turkey says Thanksgiving Hundreds of hardy cultivars pro-vide an array of colors and bloom shapes making mums the divas of the autumn garden The blooms last for weeks not days and the sheer number of flowers per plant will excite even the most drab of fall landscapes Because of their tight mounded habit and stunning bloom cover garden mums are perfect for mass plantings To get the maximum effect from far away stick

to only one or two colors Another possibility is to arrange a gradual transition of related colors Look around your yard to see what co-lors would best complement the existing landscape If you decorate for fall with pumpkins and gourds choose orange bronze yellow and creamy white mums If you have a lot of evergreen plants that provide a backdrop of varying shades of green foliage try bright pinks lavenders pure whites or reds This favorite flower is a no-brainer to care for follow a few guidelines to ensure beautiful blooms well into cooler weather gtgt

SEASONAL STEMS

Fall MUMS

FALL 2014

hello fall

PURCHASINGWhen night temperatures drop in mid-September buy plants as they start to break bud Yoursquoll maximize bloom time Check plant tags and cross-reference with already opened blooms What you see is what you get Buy the bigger plant Once buds start to open

yoursquore pretty much guaranteed flowers - no matter where you display them although theyrsquoll be happiest in sun

CARE amp WATERKeep flowers blooming by wa-tering and pinching Soil should be moist but never wet Check daily during warm weather and

every other day when itrsquos cooler Remove faded blooms to encoura-ge even more buds to open and yoursquoll have color through October The key to those full rounded do-mes of blooms that you associate with mums is pinching to create more branching and keep plants compact Donrsquot hold back -- just a few minutes here and there will reward you with a thick solid-loo-king plant If yoursquove bought large full plants in the fall they have already been pinched and are ready for planting Young spring plants will need pinching for maxi-mum bloom and best plant shape Start pinching as soon as you see a good flush of buds Pinch about half of the tender new growth at the top of the shoot choose some stems with buds and some without Repeat the

process with every 3 to 5 inches of growth (about every two to four weeks) until July 4 Stopping then ensures you will get good bud formation and blooms in fall If your plant dries out submerge it in a bucket of water or jab a sharp pencil into the soil several times and then water

PERENNIAL PLANTINGFall planting lessens the chance of this perennialrsquos winter survival because the roots donrsquot have time to establish themselves If you want something more permanent and are willing to provide proper care like mulching and pinching plant mums in the spring and allow them to get established in the garden This will improve their chances of overwintering and reblooming the next year

Clockwise from top left Try placing small plants into hollowed squash or pump-kins - use as table decorations or give as a gift Striking pink blooms contrast well with orange pumpkins and when placed in a stark white planter offers a bit of contemporary style No outdoor space Bring plants indoors to provide a reminder of the season Massive groupings of different styles and colors create an unforgettable entryway

Location location location Choose a spot that gets at least six hours of sun a day Plants that donrsquot get enough sunlight will be tall and leggy and produce fewer smaller flowers

FALL 2014 17

Cozy Up To Fall With Homemade Chai Tea Mix

Put your feet up and grab a blanket this homemade chai mix will have you endulging your senses and tastebuds at the first

sign of cold weather

CHAI TEA MIX

1 C nonfat dry powdered milk

1 12 C granulated sugar

1 C dry powdered non dairy creamer

1 C french vanilla non dairy creamer

1 12 C dry instant unsweetened tea

2 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp cardamom

Blend all ingredients (in a food processor or blender) 1 cup at a time until the mixture is a fine powder Store in an airtight container Mix 13 C with 8 oz hot water and stir until dissolved Top with whipped cream and cinnamon

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 19

print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 21

FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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FALL 2014

The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

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Missed the win but nothing beats spending a hot summer night watching the rockies gorockies coorsfield downtowndenver livingindenver colo-radorockies

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

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6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

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460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

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There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

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CONTENTS

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Publishing DirectorCasey OrrCreative DirectorKaley RhodesEditorialKelsey Sindorf Kimba Orr Allison Orr Bobby SindorfPhotographyKimba OrrAdvertising SalesBrandon PowersTim Ingle

Contacts Advertising InformationBrandonMyPelicanMagazinecom

Ph 303-955-5036 ADVERTISINGGeneral InquiriesContactMyPelicanMagazinecom

More Information About Pelican PublicationsMagazine Publishing Website Publishing amp Marketing Consulting

Pelican distributes LIVING IN DENVER magazines to Denver NEWCOMERS through real estate agents chambers of commerce and wwwLivingInDenverco

Pelican distributes WILDLIFE maga-zines to WILDLIFE ENTHUSIASTS in Kansas through email subscribers local businesses and wwwExploreNCKScom

Office7550 W Yale Ave Suite A-100 Denver CO 80227

wwwMyPelicanMagazinecom

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No part of this magazine may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by no means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without prior permission of the publisher

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ONWARD

Get Outside Produce-Picking Farms amp Fruit Stands

Living Inlsquos Months Ahead

FALL GALLERY FEATURE

The Vibrant Colors Of Change

PETS

Aging Pets

FASHION

Day-To-Night Looks

HEALTH

Compression Trends

FOOD ETC

Country Comfort Favorites For Fall

GIVE BACK

Feature Follow-Up Promise Ranch

COLORADO PROUD LOCALLY GROWN

LOCAL FLAVOR

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ONWARDNOTEWORTHY DATES HELPFUL TIPS amp REMINDERS TO LIVE YOUR BEST FALL MONTHS AHEAD

ERIE

ANDERSON FARMSVisit the longest run-ning corn maze and pumpkin patch

6728 COUNTY RD 3 14

LITTLETON

CARPENTERrsquoS HELPERSThis pumpkin patch is raising money for a Habitat for Humanity house

st james presbyterian church 3601 w belleview avenue

LAKEWOOD

THE GREAT PUMPKIN PATCHProceeds go to Habitat for Humanity

ALAMEDA amp GARRISON

hello fallWhat better way to enjoy the fruits of the season than to literally pick them yourself

PRODUCE-PICKING FARMS PUMPKIN PATCHES HAYRIDES CORN MAZES AND APPLE BOBBING

PARKER

FLAT ACRES FARMPumpkin patch corn maze hayrides farm animals a barrel train face painting and much more

11321 DRANSFELDT RD

FORT COLLINS

something from the farmThree mazes on 16 acres with four miles of trails to explore pumpkin catapult and much more

7755 Greenstone trail

noco corn mazeThis 15 acre corn maze turns into a haunted maze at dusk A pick in the field pumpkin patch farmstand

petting zoo and enormous pumpkin catapult also await visitors

2318 s city rd 5

bartels land amp livestock incThis pumpkin patch and corn maze offers group rates and corn maze prices The pumpkin cannon offers excitement for the crowd

3424 e douglas rd

GREELEY

TIGGES FARM PRODUCE amp PUMPKIN PATCHRoasted chilies fresh produce including home grown tomatos and a pumpkin patch

12404 ECR 64 12

LOVELAND

osborn farm pumpkin patch1230 s boise ave

CASTLE ROCK

LOWELL RANCHHarvest Day - Sep-tember 27 2014 bring the family and enjoy the pumpkin patch carriage rides farm animals and more

2330 s i-25 (frontage rd)

BOULDER

COTTONWOOD FARMFamily fun with pumpkins animals corn maze hay bale maze and hay rides School group tours available

1535 n 75th st

GOLDEN

scarecrow expressPick and decorate your own pumpkin Largest bi-level 3-D maze full of color-ful enchanted and spooky fun

18301 w colfax ave

BRIGHTON

BERRY PATCH FARMSNothing scary or ghoulish here Crafts hayrides straw maze games and more

13785 potomac st

LONGMONT

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PUMPKIN ranchThe weekend festival held every Saturday and Sunday during the month of October

boasts tons of carnival fun and is home to the original Pick a Pump-kin pumpkin patch

9057 UTE HWY CO 66

THORNTON

hill harvestVisit for the pumpkin patch and fresh farm produce

3225 e 124th ave

BROOMFIELD

ROCK CREEK FARMU-pickem pumpkins corn mazes hayrides farm animals fam-ily fun area eats and treats

2005 s 112th st

FRESH PICKED

READ MORE ONLINE

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LIVING INrsquoS MONTHS AHEAD Fall

2014 find more onlinel i v i n g i n d e n v e r c oco

At the height of Rin Tin Tinrsquos fame a chef prepared him a daily steak lunch Classical musicians played to aid his digestion

SEPTEMBER

LABOR DAYMonday 090114

Always celebrated on the first Monday in September Labor Day is dedicated

to those who work to make our country strong and prosperous According to the US Department of Labor the first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City on Tuesday September 5th 1882 In 1884 the first Monday of September was selected as the official date of the

holiday as we know it today

REMEMBER THE FALLENSaturday 091114

Take time to remember the 2977 people who lost their lives in the 2001

terrorist attacks

DID YOU KNOW

gtgt There are more microbreweries per capita in Colorado than any other state

gtgt Pueblo is proud to have 4 living recipients of the Medal of Honor

gtgt ldquoMike the Headless Chicken Dayrdquo is celebrated in Fruita The folklore

of Mike the Headless chicken is that a farmer named LA Olsen cut off Mikersquos head on September 10 1945 in anticipa-

tion of a chicken dinner Mike lived another 4 years without a head

gtgt The Republic Plaza is the tallest building in Denver boasting 57 stories

gtgt The Western Stock Show is held in Denver is the worldrsquos largest Rodeo

gtgt John Henry ldquoDocrdquo Hollidayrsquos brief and tumultuous existence led him to

Glenwood Springs where he succumbed to tuberculosis and died at the Hotel

Glenwood on Nov 8 1887

OCTOBER

YOM KIPPUR Friday 100314

NATIONAL BOSSrsquoS DAY Thursday 101614

HALLOWEENFriday 103114

A SEASON FOR SPOOKINGEnsure a safe and fun Halloween with these tips

Avoid the mess of carving pumpkins by painting on faces and decorative designs

Try on costumes early to ensure a proper fit tripping on an ill-fitting costume can be dangerous

Replace porch lights with colored light bulbs for a spooky glow

Purchase glow sticks for kids to wear while trick-or-treating or add reflective material to costumes

NOVEMBER

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME Sunday 110214

Set your clocks back 1 hour

VETERANrsquoS DAY Tuesday 111114

THANKSGIVINGThursday 112714

TIDY UPFreshen up spaces before friends and fam-ily begin arriving for the holiday season

Drain water from any outdoor hydrants or hoses and have sprinkler systems

serviced for winter

Chop up carved pumpkins and add to compost layer compost over cut back

perennials to protect from cold weather

Wash and iron all holiday linens clean the cabinets and throw out expired

spices clean and reorganize your refrig-erator clean all oven spills and stains

Replace bedding and towels for any holiday house guests

READY FOR FALLAdd these reminders to your seasonal to-do list

Winterize rose bushes by pruning to a height of 3 feet

Clean outdoor furniture with mild detergent and oil wood furniture

before storing for winter

Check and restock winter emergency kits for all vehicles

Check yard for barespots and apply grass seed where needed

Replace summer bedding with flannel sheets and winter duvets

Throw pet collars and leashes in the wash to remove seasonal allergens

and odors

Fire up the heater or fireplace to ensure they are propertyly working

VSBLACK FRIDAY SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Check closets for unwanted clothing or coats and donate to your local charity

SHOPPING TRADITIONSWill you wake up before dawn to catch the crazy deals and people-pushing Or will you sleep in and support your local small business on Small Business Saturday

November 29th

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Chrysanthemums say fall as much as pumpkins say Halloween and turkey says Thanksgiving Hundreds of hardy cultivars pro-vide an array of colors and bloom shapes making mums the divas of the autumn garden The blooms last for weeks not days and the sheer number of flowers per plant will excite even the most drab of fall landscapes Because of their tight mounded habit and stunning bloom cover garden mums are perfect for mass plantings To get the maximum effect from far away stick

to only one or two colors Another possibility is to arrange a gradual transition of related colors Look around your yard to see what co-lors would best complement the existing landscape If you decorate for fall with pumpkins and gourds choose orange bronze yellow and creamy white mums If you have a lot of evergreen plants that provide a backdrop of varying shades of green foliage try bright pinks lavenders pure whites or reds This favorite flower is a no-brainer to care for follow a few guidelines to ensure beautiful blooms well into cooler weather gtgt

SEASONAL STEMS

Fall MUMS

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hello fall

PURCHASINGWhen night temperatures drop in mid-September buy plants as they start to break bud Yoursquoll maximize bloom time Check plant tags and cross-reference with already opened blooms What you see is what you get Buy the bigger plant Once buds start to open

yoursquore pretty much guaranteed flowers - no matter where you display them although theyrsquoll be happiest in sun

CARE amp WATERKeep flowers blooming by wa-tering and pinching Soil should be moist but never wet Check daily during warm weather and

every other day when itrsquos cooler Remove faded blooms to encoura-ge even more buds to open and yoursquoll have color through October The key to those full rounded do-mes of blooms that you associate with mums is pinching to create more branching and keep plants compact Donrsquot hold back -- just a few minutes here and there will reward you with a thick solid-loo-king plant If yoursquove bought large full plants in the fall they have already been pinched and are ready for planting Young spring plants will need pinching for maxi-mum bloom and best plant shape Start pinching as soon as you see a good flush of buds Pinch about half of the tender new growth at the top of the shoot choose some stems with buds and some without Repeat the

process with every 3 to 5 inches of growth (about every two to four weeks) until July 4 Stopping then ensures you will get good bud formation and blooms in fall If your plant dries out submerge it in a bucket of water or jab a sharp pencil into the soil several times and then water

PERENNIAL PLANTINGFall planting lessens the chance of this perennialrsquos winter survival because the roots donrsquot have time to establish themselves If you want something more permanent and are willing to provide proper care like mulching and pinching plant mums in the spring and allow them to get established in the garden This will improve their chances of overwintering and reblooming the next year

Clockwise from top left Try placing small plants into hollowed squash or pump-kins - use as table decorations or give as a gift Striking pink blooms contrast well with orange pumpkins and when placed in a stark white planter offers a bit of contemporary style No outdoor space Bring plants indoors to provide a reminder of the season Massive groupings of different styles and colors create an unforgettable entryway

Location location location Choose a spot that gets at least six hours of sun a day Plants that donrsquot get enough sunlight will be tall and leggy and produce fewer smaller flowers

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Cozy Up To Fall With Homemade Chai Tea Mix

Put your feet up and grab a blanket this homemade chai mix will have you endulging your senses and tastebuds at the first

sign of cold weather

CHAI TEA MIX

1 C nonfat dry powdered milk

1 12 C granulated sugar

1 C dry powdered non dairy creamer

1 C french vanilla non dairy creamer

1 12 C dry instant unsweetened tea

2 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp cardamom

Blend all ingredients (in a food processor or blender) 1 cup at a time until the mixture is a fine powder Store in an airtight container Mix 13 C with 8 oz hot water and stir until dissolved Top with whipped cream and cinnamon

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print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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FALL 2014

The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

FALL 2014 41

FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

FALL 2014 45

CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 8: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

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CONTENTS

FALL 2014

Publishing DirectorCasey OrrCreative DirectorKaley RhodesEditorialKelsey Sindorf Kimba Orr Allison Orr Bobby SindorfPhotographyKimba OrrAdvertising SalesBrandon PowersTim Ingle

Contacts Advertising InformationBrandonMyPelicanMagazinecom

Ph 303-955-5036 ADVERTISINGGeneral InquiriesContactMyPelicanMagazinecom

More Information About Pelican PublicationsMagazine Publishing Website Publishing amp Marketing Consulting

Pelican distributes LIVING IN DENVER magazines to Denver NEWCOMERS through real estate agents chambers of commerce and wwwLivingInDenverco

Pelican distributes WILDLIFE maga-zines to WILDLIFE ENTHUSIASTS in Kansas through email subscribers local businesses and wwwExploreNCKScom

Office7550 W Yale Ave Suite A-100 Denver CO 80227

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copy 2014 Pelican Publications All rights reserved

No part of this magazine may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by no means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without prior permission of the publisher

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ONWARD

Get Outside Produce-Picking Farms amp Fruit Stands

Living Inlsquos Months Ahead

FALL GALLERY FEATURE

The Vibrant Colors Of Change

PETS

Aging Pets

FASHION

Day-To-Night Looks

HEALTH

Compression Trends

FOOD ETC

Country Comfort Favorites For Fall

GIVE BACK

Feature Follow-Up Promise Ranch

COLORADO PROUD LOCALLY GROWN

LOCAL FLAVOR

LivingInDenver1 livingindenver denverco

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ONWARDNOTEWORTHY DATES HELPFUL TIPS amp REMINDERS TO LIVE YOUR BEST FALL MONTHS AHEAD

ERIE

ANDERSON FARMSVisit the longest run-ning corn maze and pumpkin patch

6728 COUNTY RD 3 14

LITTLETON

CARPENTERrsquoS HELPERSThis pumpkin patch is raising money for a Habitat for Humanity house

st james presbyterian church 3601 w belleview avenue

LAKEWOOD

THE GREAT PUMPKIN PATCHProceeds go to Habitat for Humanity

ALAMEDA amp GARRISON

hello fallWhat better way to enjoy the fruits of the season than to literally pick them yourself

PRODUCE-PICKING FARMS PUMPKIN PATCHES HAYRIDES CORN MAZES AND APPLE BOBBING

PARKER

FLAT ACRES FARMPumpkin patch corn maze hayrides farm animals a barrel train face painting and much more

11321 DRANSFELDT RD

FORT COLLINS

something from the farmThree mazes on 16 acres with four miles of trails to explore pumpkin catapult and much more

7755 Greenstone trail

noco corn mazeThis 15 acre corn maze turns into a haunted maze at dusk A pick in the field pumpkin patch farmstand

petting zoo and enormous pumpkin catapult also await visitors

2318 s city rd 5

bartels land amp livestock incThis pumpkin patch and corn maze offers group rates and corn maze prices The pumpkin cannon offers excitement for the crowd

3424 e douglas rd

GREELEY

TIGGES FARM PRODUCE amp PUMPKIN PATCHRoasted chilies fresh produce including home grown tomatos and a pumpkin patch

12404 ECR 64 12

LOVELAND

osborn farm pumpkin patch1230 s boise ave

CASTLE ROCK

LOWELL RANCHHarvest Day - Sep-tember 27 2014 bring the family and enjoy the pumpkin patch carriage rides farm animals and more

2330 s i-25 (frontage rd)

BOULDER

COTTONWOOD FARMFamily fun with pumpkins animals corn maze hay bale maze and hay rides School group tours available

1535 n 75th st

GOLDEN

scarecrow expressPick and decorate your own pumpkin Largest bi-level 3-D maze full of color-ful enchanted and spooky fun

18301 w colfax ave

BRIGHTON

BERRY PATCH FARMSNothing scary or ghoulish here Crafts hayrides straw maze games and more

13785 potomac st

LONGMONT

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PUMPKIN ranchThe weekend festival held every Saturday and Sunday during the month of October

boasts tons of carnival fun and is home to the original Pick a Pump-kin pumpkin patch

9057 UTE HWY CO 66

THORNTON

hill harvestVisit for the pumpkin patch and fresh farm produce

3225 e 124th ave

BROOMFIELD

ROCK CREEK FARMU-pickem pumpkins corn mazes hayrides farm animals fam-ily fun area eats and treats

2005 s 112th st

FRESH PICKED

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FALL 2014

LIVING INrsquoS MONTHS AHEAD Fall

2014 find more onlinel i v i n g i n d e n v e r c oco

At the height of Rin Tin Tinrsquos fame a chef prepared him a daily steak lunch Classical musicians played to aid his digestion

SEPTEMBER

LABOR DAYMonday 090114

Always celebrated on the first Monday in September Labor Day is dedicated

to those who work to make our country strong and prosperous According to the US Department of Labor the first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City on Tuesday September 5th 1882 In 1884 the first Monday of September was selected as the official date of the

holiday as we know it today

REMEMBER THE FALLENSaturday 091114

Take time to remember the 2977 people who lost their lives in the 2001

terrorist attacks

DID YOU KNOW

gtgt There are more microbreweries per capita in Colorado than any other state

gtgt Pueblo is proud to have 4 living recipients of the Medal of Honor

gtgt ldquoMike the Headless Chicken Dayrdquo is celebrated in Fruita The folklore

of Mike the Headless chicken is that a farmer named LA Olsen cut off Mikersquos head on September 10 1945 in anticipa-

tion of a chicken dinner Mike lived another 4 years without a head

gtgt The Republic Plaza is the tallest building in Denver boasting 57 stories

gtgt The Western Stock Show is held in Denver is the worldrsquos largest Rodeo

gtgt John Henry ldquoDocrdquo Hollidayrsquos brief and tumultuous existence led him to

Glenwood Springs where he succumbed to tuberculosis and died at the Hotel

Glenwood on Nov 8 1887

OCTOBER

YOM KIPPUR Friday 100314

NATIONAL BOSSrsquoS DAY Thursday 101614

HALLOWEENFriday 103114

A SEASON FOR SPOOKINGEnsure a safe and fun Halloween with these tips

Avoid the mess of carving pumpkins by painting on faces and decorative designs

Try on costumes early to ensure a proper fit tripping on an ill-fitting costume can be dangerous

Replace porch lights with colored light bulbs for a spooky glow

Purchase glow sticks for kids to wear while trick-or-treating or add reflective material to costumes

NOVEMBER

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME Sunday 110214

Set your clocks back 1 hour

VETERANrsquoS DAY Tuesday 111114

THANKSGIVINGThursday 112714

TIDY UPFreshen up spaces before friends and fam-ily begin arriving for the holiday season

Drain water from any outdoor hydrants or hoses and have sprinkler systems

serviced for winter

Chop up carved pumpkins and add to compost layer compost over cut back

perennials to protect from cold weather

Wash and iron all holiday linens clean the cabinets and throw out expired

spices clean and reorganize your refrig-erator clean all oven spills and stains

Replace bedding and towels for any holiday house guests

READY FOR FALLAdd these reminders to your seasonal to-do list

Winterize rose bushes by pruning to a height of 3 feet

Clean outdoor furniture with mild detergent and oil wood furniture

before storing for winter

Check and restock winter emergency kits for all vehicles

Check yard for barespots and apply grass seed where needed

Replace summer bedding with flannel sheets and winter duvets

Throw pet collars and leashes in the wash to remove seasonal allergens

and odors

Fire up the heater or fireplace to ensure they are propertyly working

VSBLACK FRIDAY SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Check closets for unwanted clothing or coats and donate to your local charity

SHOPPING TRADITIONSWill you wake up before dawn to catch the crazy deals and people-pushing Or will you sleep in and support your local small business on Small Business Saturday

November 29th

FALL 2014 15

Chrysanthemums say fall as much as pumpkins say Halloween and turkey says Thanksgiving Hundreds of hardy cultivars pro-vide an array of colors and bloom shapes making mums the divas of the autumn garden The blooms last for weeks not days and the sheer number of flowers per plant will excite even the most drab of fall landscapes Because of their tight mounded habit and stunning bloom cover garden mums are perfect for mass plantings To get the maximum effect from far away stick

to only one or two colors Another possibility is to arrange a gradual transition of related colors Look around your yard to see what co-lors would best complement the existing landscape If you decorate for fall with pumpkins and gourds choose orange bronze yellow and creamy white mums If you have a lot of evergreen plants that provide a backdrop of varying shades of green foliage try bright pinks lavenders pure whites or reds This favorite flower is a no-brainer to care for follow a few guidelines to ensure beautiful blooms well into cooler weather gtgt

SEASONAL STEMS

Fall MUMS

FALL 2014

hello fall

PURCHASINGWhen night temperatures drop in mid-September buy plants as they start to break bud Yoursquoll maximize bloom time Check plant tags and cross-reference with already opened blooms What you see is what you get Buy the bigger plant Once buds start to open

yoursquore pretty much guaranteed flowers - no matter where you display them although theyrsquoll be happiest in sun

CARE amp WATERKeep flowers blooming by wa-tering and pinching Soil should be moist but never wet Check daily during warm weather and

every other day when itrsquos cooler Remove faded blooms to encoura-ge even more buds to open and yoursquoll have color through October The key to those full rounded do-mes of blooms that you associate with mums is pinching to create more branching and keep plants compact Donrsquot hold back -- just a few minutes here and there will reward you with a thick solid-loo-king plant If yoursquove bought large full plants in the fall they have already been pinched and are ready for planting Young spring plants will need pinching for maxi-mum bloom and best plant shape Start pinching as soon as you see a good flush of buds Pinch about half of the tender new growth at the top of the shoot choose some stems with buds and some without Repeat the

process with every 3 to 5 inches of growth (about every two to four weeks) until July 4 Stopping then ensures you will get good bud formation and blooms in fall If your plant dries out submerge it in a bucket of water or jab a sharp pencil into the soil several times and then water

PERENNIAL PLANTINGFall planting lessens the chance of this perennialrsquos winter survival because the roots donrsquot have time to establish themselves If you want something more permanent and are willing to provide proper care like mulching and pinching plant mums in the spring and allow them to get established in the garden This will improve their chances of overwintering and reblooming the next year

Clockwise from top left Try placing small plants into hollowed squash or pump-kins - use as table decorations or give as a gift Striking pink blooms contrast well with orange pumpkins and when placed in a stark white planter offers a bit of contemporary style No outdoor space Bring plants indoors to provide a reminder of the season Massive groupings of different styles and colors create an unforgettable entryway

Location location location Choose a spot that gets at least six hours of sun a day Plants that donrsquot get enough sunlight will be tall and leggy and produce fewer smaller flowers

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Cozy Up To Fall With Homemade Chai Tea Mix

Put your feet up and grab a blanket this homemade chai mix will have you endulging your senses and tastebuds at the first

sign of cold weather

CHAI TEA MIX

1 C nonfat dry powdered milk

1 12 C granulated sugar

1 C dry powdered non dairy creamer

1 C french vanilla non dairy creamer

1 12 C dry instant unsweetened tea

2 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp cardamom

Blend all ingredients (in a food processor or blender) 1 cup at a time until the mixture is a fine powder Store in an airtight container Mix 13 C with 8 oz hot water and stir until dissolved Top with whipped cream and cinnamon

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print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

39

HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

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SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

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There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

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CONTENTS

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Publishing DirectorCasey OrrCreative DirectorKaley RhodesEditorialKelsey Sindorf Kimba Orr Allison Orr Bobby SindorfPhotographyKimba OrrAdvertising SalesBrandon PowersTim Ingle

Contacts Advertising InformationBrandonMyPelicanMagazinecom

Ph 303-955-5036 ADVERTISINGGeneral InquiriesContactMyPelicanMagazinecom

More Information About Pelican PublicationsMagazine Publishing Website Publishing amp Marketing Consulting

Pelican distributes LIVING IN DENVER magazines to Denver NEWCOMERS through real estate agents chambers of commerce and wwwLivingInDenverco

Pelican distributes WILDLIFE maga-zines to WILDLIFE ENTHUSIASTS in Kansas through email subscribers local businesses and wwwExploreNCKScom

Office7550 W Yale Ave Suite A-100 Denver CO 80227

wwwMyPelicanMagazinecom

copy 2014 Pelican Publications All rights reserved

No part of this magazine may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by no means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without prior permission of the publisher

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ONWARD

Get Outside Produce-Picking Farms amp Fruit Stands

Living Inlsquos Months Ahead

FALL GALLERY FEATURE

The Vibrant Colors Of Change

PETS

Aging Pets

FASHION

Day-To-Night Looks

HEALTH

Compression Trends

FOOD ETC

Country Comfort Favorites For Fall

GIVE BACK

Feature Follow-Up Promise Ranch

COLORADO PROUD LOCALLY GROWN

LOCAL FLAVOR

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ONWARDNOTEWORTHY DATES HELPFUL TIPS amp REMINDERS TO LIVE YOUR BEST FALL MONTHS AHEAD

ERIE

ANDERSON FARMSVisit the longest run-ning corn maze and pumpkin patch

6728 COUNTY RD 3 14

LITTLETON

CARPENTERrsquoS HELPERSThis pumpkin patch is raising money for a Habitat for Humanity house

st james presbyterian church 3601 w belleview avenue

LAKEWOOD

THE GREAT PUMPKIN PATCHProceeds go to Habitat for Humanity

ALAMEDA amp GARRISON

hello fallWhat better way to enjoy the fruits of the season than to literally pick them yourself

PRODUCE-PICKING FARMS PUMPKIN PATCHES HAYRIDES CORN MAZES AND APPLE BOBBING

PARKER

FLAT ACRES FARMPumpkin patch corn maze hayrides farm animals a barrel train face painting and much more

11321 DRANSFELDT RD

FORT COLLINS

something from the farmThree mazes on 16 acres with four miles of trails to explore pumpkin catapult and much more

7755 Greenstone trail

noco corn mazeThis 15 acre corn maze turns into a haunted maze at dusk A pick in the field pumpkin patch farmstand

petting zoo and enormous pumpkin catapult also await visitors

2318 s city rd 5

bartels land amp livestock incThis pumpkin patch and corn maze offers group rates and corn maze prices The pumpkin cannon offers excitement for the crowd

3424 e douglas rd

GREELEY

TIGGES FARM PRODUCE amp PUMPKIN PATCHRoasted chilies fresh produce including home grown tomatos and a pumpkin patch

12404 ECR 64 12

LOVELAND

osborn farm pumpkin patch1230 s boise ave

CASTLE ROCK

LOWELL RANCHHarvest Day - Sep-tember 27 2014 bring the family and enjoy the pumpkin patch carriage rides farm animals and more

2330 s i-25 (frontage rd)

BOULDER

COTTONWOOD FARMFamily fun with pumpkins animals corn maze hay bale maze and hay rides School group tours available

1535 n 75th st

GOLDEN

scarecrow expressPick and decorate your own pumpkin Largest bi-level 3-D maze full of color-ful enchanted and spooky fun

18301 w colfax ave

BRIGHTON

BERRY PATCH FARMSNothing scary or ghoulish here Crafts hayrides straw maze games and more

13785 potomac st

LONGMONT

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PUMPKIN ranchThe weekend festival held every Saturday and Sunday during the month of October

boasts tons of carnival fun and is home to the original Pick a Pump-kin pumpkin patch

9057 UTE HWY CO 66

THORNTON

hill harvestVisit for the pumpkin patch and fresh farm produce

3225 e 124th ave

BROOMFIELD

ROCK CREEK FARMU-pickem pumpkins corn mazes hayrides farm animals fam-ily fun area eats and treats

2005 s 112th st

FRESH PICKED

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LIVING INrsquoS MONTHS AHEAD Fall

2014 find more onlinel i v i n g i n d e n v e r c oco

At the height of Rin Tin Tinrsquos fame a chef prepared him a daily steak lunch Classical musicians played to aid his digestion

SEPTEMBER

LABOR DAYMonday 090114

Always celebrated on the first Monday in September Labor Day is dedicated

to those who work to make our country strong and prosperous According to the US Department of Labor the first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City on Tuesday September 5th 1882 In 1884 the first Monday of September was selected as the official date of the

holiday as we know it today

REMEMBER THE FALLENSaturday 091114

Take time to remember the 2977 people who lost their lives in the 2001

terrorist attacks

DID YOU KNOW

gtgt There are more microbreweries per capita in Colorado than any other state

gtgt Pueblo is proud to have 4 living recipients of the Medal of Honor

gtgt ldquoMike the Headless Chicken Dayrdquo is celebrated in Fruita The folklore

of Mike the Headless chicken is that a farmer named LA Olsen cut off Mikersquos head on September 10 1945 in anticipa-

tion of a chicken dinner Mike lived another 4 years without a head

gtgt The Republic Plaza is the tallest building in Denver boasting 57 stories

gtgt The Western Stock Show is held in Denver is the worldrsquos largest Rodeo

gtgt John Henry ldquoDocrdquo Hollidayrsquos brief and tumultuous existence led him to

Glenwood Springs where he succumbed to tuberculosis and died at the Hotel

Glenwood on Nov 8 1887

OCTOBER

YOM KIPPUR Friday 100314

NATIONAL BOSSrsquoS DAY Thursday 101614

HALLOWEENFriday 103114

A SEASON FOR SPOOKINGEnsure a safe and fun Halloween with these tips

Avoid the mess of carving pumpkins by painting on faces and decorative designs

Try on costumes early to ensure a proper fit tripping on an ill-fitting costume can be dangerous

Replace porch lights with colored light bulbs for a spooky glow

Purchase glow sticks for kids to wear while trick-or-treating or add reflective material to costumes

NOVEMBER

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME Sunday 110214

Set your clocks back 1 hour

VETERANrsquoS DAY Tuesday 111114

THANKSGIVINGThursday 112714

TIDY UPFreshen up spaces before friends and fam-ily begin arriving for the holiday season

Drain water from any outdoor hydrants or hoses and have sprinkler systems

serviced for winter

Chop up carved pumpkins and add to compost layer compost over cut back

perennials to protect from cold weather

Wash and iron all holiday linens clean the cabinets and throw out expired

spices clean and reorganize your refrig-erator clean all oven spills and stains

Replace bedding and towels for any holiday house guests

READY FOR FALLAdd these reminders to your seasonal to-do list

Winterize rose bushes by pruning to a height of 3 feet

Clean outdoor furniture with mild detergent and oil wood furniture

before storing for winter

Check and restock winter emergency kits for all vehicles

Check yard for barespots and apply grass seed where needed

Replace summer bedding with flannel sheets and winter duvets

Throw pet collars and leashes in the wash to remove seasonal allergens

and odors

Fire up the heater or fireplace to ensure they are propertyly working

VSBLACK FRIDAY SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Check closets for unwanted clothing or coats and donate to your local charity

SHOPPING TRADITIONSWill you wake up before dawn to catch the crazy deals and people-pushing Or will you sleep in and support your local small business on Small Business Saturday

November 29th

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Chrysanthemums say fall as much as pumpkins say Halloween and turkey says Thanksgiving Hundreds of hardy cultivars pro-vide an array of colors and bloom shapes making mums the divas of the autumn garden The blooms last for weeks not days and the sheer number of flowers per plant will excite even the most drab of fall landscapes Because of their tight mounded habit and stunning bloom cover garden mums are perfect for mass plantings To get the maximum effect from far away stick

to only one or two colors Another possibility is to arrange a gradual transition of related colors Look around your yard to see what co-lors would best complement the existing landscape If you decorate for fall with pumpkins and gourds choose orange bronze yellow and creamy white mums If you have a lot of evergreen plants that provide a backdrop of varying shades of green foliage try bright pinks lavenders pure whites or reds This favorite flower is a no-brainer to care for follow a few guidelines to ensure beautiful blooms well into cooler weather gtgt

SEASONAL STEMS

Fall MUMS

FALL 2014

hello fall

PURCHASINGWhen night temperatures drop in mid-September buy plants as they start to break bud Yoursquoll maximize bloom time Check plant tags and cross-reference with already opened blooms What you see is what you get Buy the bigger plant Once buds start to open

yoursquore pretty much guaranteed flowers - no matter where you display them although theyrsquoll be happiest in sun

CARE amp WATERKeep flowers blooming by wa-tering and pinching Soil should be moist but never wet Check daily during warm weather and

every other day when itrsquos cooler Remove faded blooms to encoura-ge even more buds to open and yoursquoll have color through October The key to those full rounded do-mes of blooms that you associate with mums is pinching to create more branching and keep plants compact Donrsquot hold back -- just a few minutes here and there will reward you with a thick solid-loo-king plant If yoursquove bought large full plants in the fall they have already been pinched and are ready for planting Young spring plants will need pinching for maxi-mum bloom and best plant shape Start pinching as soon as you see a good flush of buds Pinch about half of the tender new growth at the top of the shoot choose some stems with buds and some without Repeat the

process with every 3 to 5 inches of growth (about every two to four weeks) until July 4 Stopping then ensures you will get good bud formation and blooms in fall If your plant dries out submerge it in a bucket of water or jab a sharp pencil into the soil several times and then water

PERENNIAL PLANTINGFall planting lessens the chance of this perennialrsquos winter survival because the roots donrsquot have time to establish themselves If you want something more permanent and are willing to provide proper care like mulching and pinching plant mums in the spring and allow them to get established in the garden This will improve their chances of overwintering and reblooming the next year

Clockwise from top left Try placing small plants into hollowed squash or pump-kins - use as table decorations or give as a gift Striking pink blooms contrast well with orange pumpkins and when placed in a stark white planter offers a bit of contemporary style No outdoor space Bring plants indoors to provide a reminder of the season Massive groupings of different styles and colors create an unforgettable entryway

Location location location Choose a spot that gets at least six hours of sun a day Plants that donrsquot get enough sunlight will be tall and leggy and produce fewer smaller flowers

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Cozy Up To Fall With Homemade Chai Tea Mix

Put your feet up and grab a blanket this homemade chai mix will have you endulging your senses and tastebuds at the first

sign of cold weather

CHAI TEA MIX

1 C nonfat dry powdered milk

1 12 C granulated sugar

1 C dry powdered non dairy creamer

1 C french vanilla non dairy creamer

1 12 C dry instant unsweetened tea

2 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp cardamom

Blend all ingredients (in a food processor or blender) 1 cup at a time until the mixture is a fine powder Store in an airtight container Mix 13 C with 8 oz hot water and stir until dissolved Top with whipped cream and cinnamon

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print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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FALL 2014

The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 10: Living in Littleton Fall

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ONWARDNOTEWORTHY DATES HELPFUL TIPS amp REMINDERS TO LIVE YOUR BEST FALL MONTHS AHEAD

ERIE

ANDERSON FARMSVisit the longest run-ning corn maze and pumpkin patch

6728 COUNTY RD 3 14

LITTLETON

CARPENTERrsquoS HELPERSThis pumpkin patch is raising money for a Habitat for Humanity house

st james presbyterian church 3601 w belleview avenue

LAKEWOOD

THE GREAT PUMPKIN PATCHProceeds go to Habitat for Humanity

ALAMEDA amp GARRISON

hello fallWhat better way to enjoy the fruits of the season than to literally pick them yourself

PRODUCE-PICKING FARMS PUMPKIN PATCHES HAYRIDES CORN MAZES AND APPLE BOBBING

PARKER

FLAT ACRES FARMPumpkin patch corn maze hayrides farm animals a barrel train face painting and much more

11321 DRANSFELDT RD

FORT COLLINS

something from the farmThree mazes on 16 acres with four miles of trails to explore pumpkin catapult and much more

7755 Greenstone trail

noco corn mazeThis 15 acre corn maze turns into a haunted maze at dusk A pick in the field pumpkin patch farmstand

petting zoo and enormous pumpkin catapult also await visitors

2318 s city rd 5

bartels land amp livestock incThis pumpkin patch and corn maze offers group rates and corn maze prices The pumpkin cannon offers excitement for the crowd

3424 e douglas rd

GREELEY

TIGGES FARM PRODUCE amp PUMPKIN PATCHRoasted chilies fresh produce including home grown tomatos and a pumpkin patch

12404 ECR 64 12

LOVELAND

osborn farm pumpkin patch1230 s boise ave

CASTLE ROCK

LOWELL RANCHHarvest Day - Sep-tember 27 2014 bring the family and enjoy the pumpkin patch carriage rides farm animals and more

2330 s i-25 (frontage rd)

BOULDER

COTTONWOOD FARMFamily fun with pumpkins animals corn maze hay bale maze and hay rides School group tours available

1535 n 75th st

GOLDEN

scarecrow expressPick and decorate your own pumpkin Largest bi-level 3-D maze full of color-ful enchanted and spooky fun

18301 w colfax ave

BRIGHTON

BERRY PATCH FARMSNothing scary or ghoulish here Crafts hayrides straw maze games and more

13785 potomac st

LONGMONT

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PUMPKIN ranchThe weekend festival held every Saturday and Sunday during the month of October

boasts tons of carnival fun and is home to the original Pick a Pump-kin pumpkin patch

9057 UTE HWY CO 66

THORNTON

hill harvestVisit for the pumpkin patch and fresh farm produce

3225 e 124th ave

BROOMFIELD

ROCK CREEK FARMU-pickem pumpkins corn mazes hayrides farm animals fam-ily fun area eats and treats

2005 s 112th st

FRESH PICKED

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LIVING INrsquoS MONTHS AHEAD Fall

2014 find more onlinel i v i n g i n d e n v e r c oco

At the height of Rin Tin Tinrsquos fame a chef prepared him a daily steak lunch Classical musicians played to aid his digestion

SEPTEMBER

LABOR DAYMonday 090114

Always celebrated on the first Monday in September Labor Day is dedicated

to those who work to make our country strong and prosperous According to the US Department of Labor the first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City on Tuesday September 5th 1882 In 1884 the first Monday of September was selected as the official date of the

holiday as we know it today

REMEMBER THE FALLENSaturday 091114

Take time to remember the 2977 people who lost their lives in the 2001

terrorist attacks

DID YOU KNOW

gtgt There are more microbreweries per capita in Colorado than any other state

gtgt Pueblo is proud to have 4 living recipients of the Medal of Honor

gtgt ldquoMike the Headless Chicken Dayrdquo is celebrated in Fruita The folklore

of Mike the Headless chicken is that a farmer named LA Olsen cut off Mikersquos head on September 10 1945 in anticipa-

tion of a chicken dinner Mike lived another 4 years without a head

gtgt The Republic Plaza is the tallest building in Denver boasting 57 stories

gtgt The Western Stock Show is held in Denver is the worldrsquos largest Rodeo

gtgt John Henry ldquoDocrdquo Hollidayrsquos brief and tumultuous existence led him to

Glenwood Springs where he succumbed to tuberculosis and died at the Hotel

Glenwood on Nov 8 1887

OCTOBER

YOM KIPPUR Friday 100314

NATIONAL BOSSrsquoS DAY Thursday 101614

HALLOWEENFriday 103114

A SEASON FOR SPOOKINGEnsure a safe and fun Halloween with these tips

Avoid the mess of carving pumpkins by painting on faces and decorative designs

Try on costumes early to ensure a proper fit tripping on an ill-fitting costume can be dangerous

Replace porch lights with colored light bulbs for a spooky glow

Purchase glow sticks for kids to wear while trick-or-treating or add reflective material to costumes

NOVEMBER

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME Sunday 110214

Set your clocks back 1 hour

VETERANrsquoS DAY Tuesday 111114

THANKSGIVINGThursday 112714

TIDY UPFreshen up spaces before friends and fam-ily begin arriving for the holiday season

Drain water from any outdoor hydrants or hoses and have sprinkler systems

serviced for winter

Chop up carved pumpkins and add to compost layer compost over cut back

perennials to protect from cold weather

Wash and iron all holiday linens clean the cabinets and throw out expired

spices clean and reorganize your refrig-erator clean all oven spills and stains

Replace bedding and towels for any holiday house guests

READY FOR FALLAdd these reminders to your seasonal to-do list

Winterize rose bushes by pruning to a height of 3 feet

Clean outdoor furniture with mild detergent and oil wood furniture

before storing for winter

Check and restock winter emergency kits for all vehicles

Check yard for barespots and apply grass seed where needed

Replace summer bedding with flannel sheets and winter duvets

Throw pet collars and leashes in the wash to remove seasonal allergens

and odors

Fire up the heater or fireplace to ensure they are propertyly working

VSBLACK FRIDAY SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Check closets for unwanted clothing or coats and donate to your local charity

SHOPPING TRADITIONSWill you wake up before dawn to catch the crazy deals and people-pushing Or will you sleep in and support your local small business on Small Business Saturday

November 29th

FALL 2014 15

Chrysanthemums say fall as much as pumpkins say Halloween and turkey says Thanksgiving Hundreds of hardy cultivars pro-vide an array of colors and bloom shapes making mums the divas of the autumn garden The blooms last for weeks not days and the sheer number of flowers per plant will excite even the most drab of fall landscapes Because of their tight mounded habit and stunning bloom cover garden mums are perfect for mass plantings To get the maximum effect from far away stick

to only one or two colors Another possibility is to arrange a gradual transition of related colors Look around your yard to see what co-lors would best complement the existing landscape If you decorate for fall with pumpkins and gourds choose orange bronze yellow and creamy white mums If you have a lot of evergreen plants that provide a backdrop of varying shades of green foliage try bright pinks lavenders pure whites or reds This favorite flower is a no-brainer to care for follow a few guidelines to ensure beautiful blooms well into cooler weather gtgt

SEASONAL STEMS

Fall MUMS

FALL 2014

hello fall

PURCHASINGWhen night temperatures drop in mid-September buy plants as they start to break bud Yoursquoll maximize bloom time Check plant tags and cross-reference with already opened blooms What you see is what you get Buy the bigger plant Once buds start to open

yoursquore pretty much guaranteed flowers - no matter where you display them although theyrsquoll be happiest in sun

CARE amp WATERKeep flowers blooming by wa-tering and pinching Soil should be moist but never wet Check daily during warm weather and

every other day when itrsquos cooler Remove faded blooms to encoura-ge even more buds to open and yoursquoll have color through October The key to those full rounded do-mes of blooms that you associate with mums is pinching to create more branching and keep plants compact Donrsquot hold back -- just a few minutes here and there will reward you with a thick solid-loo-king plant If yoursquove bought large full plants in the fall they have already been pinched and are ready for planting Young spring plants will need pinching for maxi-mum bloom and best plant shape Start pinching as soon as you see a good flush of buds Pinch about half of the tender new growth at the top of the shoot choose some stems with buds and some without Repeat the

process with every 3 to 5 inches of growth (about every two to four weeks) until July 4 Stopping then ensures you will get good bud formation and blooms in fall If your plant dries out submerge it in a bucket of water or jab a sharp pencil into the soil several times and then water

PERENNIAL PLANTINGFall planting lessens the chance of this perennialrsquos winter survival because the roots donrsquot have time to establish themselves If you want something more permanent and are willing to provide proper care like mulching and pinching plant mums in the spring and allow them to get established in the garden This will improve their chances of overwintering and reblooming the next year

Clockwise from top left Try placing small plants into hollowed squash or pump-kins - use as table decorations or give as a gift Striking pink blooms contrast well with orange pumpkins and when placed in a stark white planter offers a bit of contemporary style No outdoor space Bring plants indoors to provide a reminder of the season Massive groupings of different styles and colors create an unforgettable entryway

Location location location Choose a spot that gets at least six hours of sun a day Plants that donrsquot get enough sunlight will be tall and leggy and produce fewer smaller flowers

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Cozy Up To Fall With Homemade Chai Tea Mix

Put your feet up and grab a blanket this homemade chai mix will have you endulging your senses and tastebuds at the first

sign of cold weather

CHAI TEA MIX

1 C nonfat dry powdered milk

1 12 C granulated sugar

1 C dry powdered non dairy creamer

1 C french vanilla non dairy creamer

1 12 C dry instant unsweetened tea

2 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp cardamom

Blend all ingredients (in a food processor or blender) 1 cup at a time until the mixture is a fine powder Store in an airtight container Mix 13 C with 8 oz hot water and stir until dissolved Top with whipped cream and cinnamon

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print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

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FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

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1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

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There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 11: Living in Littleton Fall

13

ONWARDNOTEWORTHY DATES HELPFUL TIPS amp REMINDERS TO LIVE YOUR BEST FALL MONTHS AHEAD

ERIE

ANDERSON FARMSVisit the longest run-ning corn maze and pumpkin patch

6728 COUNTY RD 3 14

LITTLETON

CARPENTERrsquoS HELPERSThis pumpkin patch is raising money for a Habitat for Humanity house

st james presbyterian church 3601 w belleview avenue

LAKEWOOD

THE GREAT PUMPKIN PATCHProceeds go to Habitat for Humanity

ALAMEDA amp GARRISON

hello fallWhat better way to enjoy the fruits of the season than to literally pick them yourself

PRODUCE-PICKING FARMS PUMPKIN PATCHES HAYRIDES CORN MAZES AND APPLE BOBBING

PARKER

FLAT ACRES FARMPumpkin patch corn maze hayrides farm animals a barrel train face painting and much more

11321 DRANSFELDT RD

FORT COLLINS

something from the farmThree mazes on 16 acres with four miles of trails to explore pumpkin catapult and much more

7755 Greenstone trail

noco corn mazeThis 15 acre corn maze turns into a haunted maze at dusk A pick in the field pumpkin patch farmstand

petting zoo and enormous pumpkin catapult also await visitors

2318 s city rd 5

bartels land amp livestock incThis pumpkin patch and corn maze offers group rates and corn maze prices The pumpkin cannon offers excitement for the crowd

3424 e douglas rd

GREELEY

TIGGES FARM PRODUCE amp PUMPKIN PATCHRoasted chilies fresh produce including home grown tomatos and a pumpkin patch

12404 ECR 64 12

LOVELAND

osborn farm pumpkin patch1230 s boise ave

CASTLE ROCK

LOWELL RANCHHarvest Day - Sep-tember 27 2014 bring the family and enjoy the pumpkin patch carriage rides farm animals and more

2330 s i-25 (frontage rd)

BOULDER

COTTONWOOD FARMFamily fun with pumpkins animals corn maze hay bale maze and hay rides School group tours available

1535 n 75th st

GOLDEN

scarecrow expressPick and decorate your own pumpkin Largest bi-level 3-D maze full of color-ful enchanted and spooky fun

18301 w colfax ave

BRIGHTON

BERRY PATCH FARMSNothing scary or ghoulish here Crafts hayrides straw maze games and more

13785 potomac st

LONGMONT

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PUMPKIN ranchThe weekend festival held every Saturday and Sunday during the month of October

boasts tons of carnival fun and is home to the original Pick a Pump-kin pumpkin patch

9057 UTE HWY CO 66

THORNTON

hill harvestVisit for the pumpkin patch and fresh farm produce

3225 e 124th ave

BROOMFIELD

ROCK CREEK FARMU-pickem pumpkins corn mazes hayrides farm animals fam-ily fun area eats and treats

2005 s 112th st

FRESH PICKED

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LIVING INrsquoS MONTHS AHEAD Fall

2014 find more onlinel i v i n g i n d e n v e r c oco

At the height of Rin Tin Tinrsquos fame a chef prepared him a daily steak lunch Classical musicians played to aid his digestion

SEPTEMBER

LABOR DAYMonday 090114

Always celebrated on the first Monday in September Labor Day is dedicated

to those who work to make our country strong and prosperous According to the US Department of Labor the first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City on Tuesday September 5th 1882 In 1884 the first Monday of September was selected as the official date of the

holiday as we know it today

REMEMBER THE FALLENSaturday 091114

Take time to remember the 2977 people who lost their lives in the 2001

terrorist attacks

DID YOU KNOW

gtgt There are more microbreweries per capita in Colorado than any other state

gtgt Pueblo is proud to have 4 living recipients of the Medal of Honor

gtgt ldquoMike the Headless Chicken Dayrdquo is celebrated in Fruita The folklore

of Mike the Headless chicken is that a farmer named LA Olsen cut off Mikersquos head on September 10 1945 in anticipa-

tion of a chicken dinner Mike lived another 4 years without a head

gtgt The Republic Plaza is the tallest building in Denver boasting 57 stories

gtgt The Western Stock Show is held in Denver is the worldrsquos largest Rodeo

gtgt John Henry ldquoDocrdquo Hollidayrsquos brief and tumultuous existence led him to

Glenwood Springs where he succumbed to tuberculosis and died at the Hotel

Glenwood on Nov 8 1887

OCTOBER

YOM KIPPUR Friday 100314

NATIONAL BOSSrsquoS DAY Thursday 101614

HALLOWEENFriday 103114

A SEASON FOR SPOOKINGEnsure a safe and fun Halloween with these tips

Avoid the mess of carving pumpkins by painting on faces and decorative designs

Try on costumes early to ensure a proper fit tripping on an ill-fitting costume can be dangerous

Replace porch lights with colored light bulbs for a spooky glow

Purchase glow sticks for kids to wear while trick-or-treating or add reflective material to costumes

NOVEMBER

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME Sunday 110214

Set your clocks back 1 hour

VETERANrsquoS DAY Tuesday 111114

THANKSGIVINGThursday 112714

TIDY UPFreshen up spaces before friends and fam-ily begin arriving for the holiday season

Drain water from any outdoor hydrants or hoses and have sprinkler systems

serviced for winter

Chop up carved pumpkins and add to compost layer compost over cut back

perennials to protect from cold weather

Wash and iron all holiday linens clean the cabinets and throw out expired

spices clean and reorganize your refrig-erator clean all oven spills and stains

Replace bedding and towels for any holiday house guests

READY FOR FALLAdd these reminders to your seasonal to-do list

Winterize rose bushes by pruning to a height of 3 feet

Clean outdoor furniture with mild detergent and oil wood furniture

before storing for winter

Check and restock winter emergency kits for all vehicles

Check yard for barespots and apply grass seed where needed

Replace summer bedding with flannel sheets and winter duvets

Throw pet collars and leashes in the wash to remove seasonal allergens

and odors

Fire up the heater or fireplace to ensure they are propertyly working

VSBLACK FRIDAY SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Check closets for unwanted clothing or coats and donate to your local charity

SHOPPING TRADITIONSWill you wake up before dawn to catch the crazy deals and people-pushing Or will you sleep in and support your local small business on Small Business Saturday

November 29th

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Chrysanthemums say fall as much as pumpkins say Halloween and turkey says Thanksgiving Hundreds of hardy cultivars pro-vide an array of colors and bloom shapes making mums the divas of the autumn garden The blooms last for weeks not days and the sheer number of flowers per plant will excite even the most drab of fall landscapes Because of their tight mounded habit and stunning bloom cover garden mums are perfect for mass plantings To get the maximum effect from far away stick

to only one or two colors Another possibility is to arrange a gradual transition of related colors Look around your yard to see what co-lors would best complement the existing landscape If you decorate for fall with pumpkins and gourds choose orange bronze yellow and creamy white mums If you have a lot of evergreen plants that provide a backdrop of varying shades of green foliage try bright pinks lavenders pure whites or reds This favorite flower is a no-brainer to care for follow a few guidelines to ensure beautiful blooms well into cooler weather gtgt

SEASONAL STEMS

Fall MUMS

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hello fall

PURCHASINGWhen night temperatures drop in mid-September buy plants as they start to break bud Yoursquoll maximize bloom time Check plant tags and cross-reference with already opened blooms What you see is what you get Buy the bigger plant Once buds start to open

yoursquore pretty much guaranteed flowers - no matter where you display them although theyrsquoll be happiest in sun

CARE amp WATERKeep flowers blooming by wa-tering and pinching Soil should be moist but never wet Check daily during warm weather and

every other day when itrsquos cooler Remove faded blooms to encoura-ge even more buds to open and yoursquoll have color through October The key to those full rounded do-mes of blooms that you associate with mums is pinching to create more branching and keep plants compact Donrsquot hold back -- just a few minutes here and there will reward you with a thick solid-loo-king plant If yoursquove bought large full plants in the fall they have already been pinched and are ready for planting Young spring plants will need pinching for maxi-mum bloom and best plant shape Start pinching as soon as you see a good flush of buds Pinch about half of the tender new growth at the top of the shoot choose some stems with buds and some without Repeat the

process with every 3 to 5 inches of growth (about every two to four weeks) until July 4 Stopping then ensures you will get good bud formation and blooms in fall If your plant dries out submerge it in a bucket of water or jab a sharp pencil into the soil several times and then water

PERENNIAL PLANTINGFall planting lessens the chance of this perennialrsquos winter survival because the roots donrsquot have time to establish themselves If you want something more permanent and are willing to provide proper care like mulching and pinching plant mums in the spring and allow them to get established in the garden This will improve their chances of overwintering and reblooming the next year

Clockwise from top left Try placing small plants into hollowed squash or pump-kins - use as table decorations or give as a gift Striking pink blooms contrast well with orange pumpkins and when placed in a stark white planter offers a bit of contemporary style No outdoor space Bring plants indoors to provide a reminder of the season Massive groupings of different styles and colors create an unforgettable entryway

Location location location Choose a spot that gets at least six hours of sun a day Plants that donrsquot get enough sunlight will be tall and leggy and produce fewer smaller flowers

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Cozy Up To Fall With Homemade Chai Tea Mix

Put your feet up and grab a blanket this homemade chai mix will have you endulging your senses and tastebuds at the first

sign of cold weather

CHAI TEA MIX

1 C nonfat dry powdered milk

1 12 C granulated sugar

1 C dry powdered non dairy creamer

1 C french vanilla non dairy creamer

1 12 C dry instant unsweetened tea

2 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp cardamom

Blend all ingredients (in a food processor or blender) 1 cup at a time until the mixture is a fine powder Store in an airtight container Mix 13 C with 8 oz hot water and stir until dissolved Top with whipped cream and cinnamon

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print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

downtown_denver downtowndenver livinginden-ver coorsfield rockies coloradorockies

Missed the win but nothing beats spending a hot summer night watching the rockies gorockies coorsfield downtowndenver livingindenver colo-radorockies

FOLLOW US ON gtgt TWITTER lIVINGINDENVER1 gtgt INSTAGRAM lIVINGINDENVER gtgt WEB LIVINGINDENVERCO

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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2

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

4

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

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WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

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SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

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1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 12: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

LIVING INrsquoS MONTHS AHEAD Fall

2014 find more onlinel i v i n g i n d e n v e r c oco

At the height of Rin Tin Tinrsquos fame a chef prepared him a daily steak lunch Classical musicians played to aid his digestion

SEPTEMBER

LABOR DAYMonday 090114

Always celebrated on the first Monday in September Labor Day is dedicated

to those who work to make our country strong and prosperous According to the US Department of Labor the first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City on Tuesday September 5th 1882 In 1884 the first Monday of September was selected as the official date of the

holiday as we know it today

REMEMBER THE FALLENSaturday 091114

Take time to remember the 2977 people who lost their lives in the 2001

terrorist attacks

DID YOU KNOW

gtgt There are more microbreweries per capita in Colorado than any other state

gtgt Pueblo is proud to have 4 living recipients of the Medal of Honor

gtgt ldquoMike the Headless Chicken Dayrdquo is celebrated in Fruita The folklore

of Mike the Headless chicken is that a farmer named LA Olsen cut off Mikersquos head on September 10 1945 in anticipa-

tion of a chicken dinner Mike lived another 4 years without a head

gtgt The Republic Plaza is the tallest building in Denver boasting 57 stories

gtgt The Western Stock Show is held in Denver is the worldrsquos largest Rodeo

gtgt John Henry ldquoDocrdquo Hollidayrsquos brief and tumultuous existence led him to

Glenwood Springs where he succumbed to tuberculosis and died at the Hotel

Glenwood on Nov 8 1887

OCTOBER

YOM KIPPUR Friday 100314

NATIONAL BOSSrsquoS DAY Thursday 101614

HALLOWEENFriday 103114

A SEASON FOR SPOOKINGEnsure a safe and fun Halloween with these tips

Avoid the mess of carving pumpkins by painting on faces and decorative designs

Try on costumes early to ensure a proper fit tripping on an ill-fitting costume can be dangerous

Replace porch lights with colored light bulbs for a spooky glow

Purchase glow sticks for kids to wear while trick-or-treating or add reflective material to costumes

NOVEMBER

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME Sunday 110214

Set your clocks back 1 hour

VETERANrsquoS DAY Tuesday 111114

THANKSGIVINGThursday 112714

TIDY UPFreshen up spaces before friends and fam-ily begin arriving for the holiday season

Drain water from any outdoor hydrants or hoses and have sprinkler systems

serviced for winter

Chop up carved pumpkins and add to compost layer compost over cut back

perennials to protect from cold weather

Wash and iron all holiday linens clean the cabinets and throw out expired

spices clean and reorganize your refrig-erator clean all oven spills and stains

Replace bedding and towels for any holiday house guests

READY FOR FALLAdd these reminders to your seasonal to-do list

Winterize rose bushes by pruning to a height of 3 feet

Clean outdoor furniture with mild detergent and oil wood furniture

before storing for winter

Check and restock winter emergency kits for all vehicles

Check yard for barespots and apply grass seed where needed

Replace summer bedding with flannel sheets and winter duvets

Throw pet collars and leashes in the wash to remove seasonal allergens

and odors

Fire up the heater or fireplace to ensure they are propertyly working

VSBLACK FRIDAY SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Check closets for unwanted clothing or coats and donate to your local charity

SHOPPING TRADITIONSWill you wake up before dawn to catch the crazy deals and people-pushing Or will you sleep in and support your local small business on Small Business Saturday

November 29th

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Chrysanthemums say fall as much as pumpkins say Halloween and turkey says Thanksgiving Hundreds of hardy cultivars pro-vide an array of colors and bloom shapes making mums the divas of the autumn garden The blooms last for weeks not days and the sheer number of flowers per plant will excite even the most drab of fall landscapes Because of their tight mounded habit and stunning bloom cover garden mums are perfect for mass plantings To get the maximum effect from far away stick

to only one or two colors Another possibility is to arrange a gradual transition of related colors Look around your yard to see what co-lors would best complement the existing landscape If you decorate for fall with pumpkins and gourds choose orange bronze yellow and creamy white mums If you have a lot of evergreen plants that provide a backdrop of varying shades of green foliage try bright pinks lavenders pure whites or reds This favorite flower is a no-brainer to care for follow a few guidelines to ensure beautiful blooms well into cooler weather gtgt

SEASONAL STEMS

Fall MUMS

FALL 2014

hello fall

PURCHASINGWhen night temperatures drop in mid-September buy plants as they start to break bud Yoursquoll maximize bloom time Check plant tags and cross-reference with already opened blooms What you see is what you get Buy the bigger plant Once buds start to open

yoursquore pretty much guaranteed flowers - no matter where you display them although theyrsquoll be happiest in sun

CARE amp WATERKeep flowers blooming by wa-tering and pinching Soil should be moist but never wet Check daily during warm weather and

every other day when itrsquos cooler Remove faded blooms to encoura-ge even more buds to open and yoursquoll have color through October The key to those full rounded do-mes of blooms that you associate with mums is pinching to create more branching and keep plants compact Donrsquot hold back -- just a few minutes here and there will reward you with a thick solid-loo-king plant If yoursquove bought large full plants in the fall they have already been pinched and are ready for planting Young spring plants will need pinching for maxi-mum bloom and best plant shape Start pinching as soon as you see a good flush of buds Pinch about half of the tender new growth at the top of the shoot choose some stems with buds and some without Repeat the

process with every 3 to 5 inches of growth (about every two to four weeks) until July 4 Stopping then ensures you will get good bud formation and blooms in fall If your plant dries out submerge it in a bucket of water or jab a sharp pencil into the soil several times and then water

PERENNIAL PLANTINGFall planting lessens the chance of this perennialrsquos winter survival because the roots donrsquot have time to establish themselves If you want something more permanent and are willing to provide proper care like mulching and pinching plant mums in the spring and allow them to get established in the garden This will improve their chances of overwintering and reblooming the next year

Clockwise from top left Try placing small plants into hollowed squash or pump-kins - use as table decorations or give as a gift Striking pink blooms contrast well with orange pumpkins and when placed in a stark white planter offers a bit of contemporary style No outdoor space Bring plants indoors to provide a reminder of the season Massive groupings of different styles and colors create an unforgettable entryway

Location location location Choose a spot that gets at least six hours of sun a day Plants that donrsquot get enough sunlight will be tall and leggy and produce fewer smaller flowers

FALL 2014 17

Cozy Up To Fall With Homemade Chai Tea Mix

Put your feet up and grab a blanket this homemade chai mix will have you endulging your senses and tastebuds at the first

sign of cold weather

CHAI TEA MIX

1 C nonfat dry powdered milk

1 12 C granulated sugar

1 C dry powdered non dairy creamer

1 C french vanilla non dairy creamer

1 12 C dry instant unsweetened tea

2 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp cardamom

Blend all ingredients (in a food processor or blender) 1 cup at a time until the mixture is a fine powder Store in an airtight container Mix 13 C with 8 oz hot water and stir until dissolved Top with whipped cream and cinnamon

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print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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FALL 2014

The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

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6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

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460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

39

HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

FALL 2014 45

CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

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There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

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Chrysanthemums say fall as much as pumpkins say Halloween and turkey says Thanksgiving Hundreds of hardy cultivars pro-vide an array of colors and bloom shapes making mums the divas of the autumn garden The blooms last for weeks not days and the sheer number of flowers per plant will excite even the most drab of fall landscapes Because of their tight mounded habit and stunning bloom cover garden mums are perfect for mass plantings To get the maximum effect from far away stick

to only one or two colors Another possibility is to arrange a gradual transition of related colors Look around your yard to see what co-lors would best complement the existing landscape If you decorate for fall with pumpkins and gourds choose orange bronze yellow and creamy white mums If you have a lot of evergreen plants that provide a backdrop of varying shades of green foliage try bright pinks lavenders pure whites or reds This favorite flower is a no-brainer to care for follow a few guidelines to ensure beautiful blooms well into cooler weather gtgt

SEASONAL STEMS

Fall MUMS

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hello fall

PURCHASINGWhen night temperatures drop in mid-September buy plants as they start to break bud Yoursquoll maximize bloom time Check plant tags and cross-reference with already opened blooms What you see is what you get Buy the bigger plant Once buds start to open

yoursquore pretty much guaranteed flowers - no matter where you display them although theyrsquoll be happiest in sun

CARE amp WATERKeep flowers blooming by wa-tering and pinching Soil should be moist but never wet Check daily during warm weather and

every other day when itrsquos cooler Remove faded blooms to encoura-ge even more buds to open and yoursquoll have color through October The key to those full rounded do-mes of blooms that you associate with mums is pinching to create more branching and keep plants compact Donrsquot hold back -- just a few minutes here and there will reward you with a thick solid-loo-king plant If yoursquove bought large full plants in the fall they have already been pinched and are ready for planting Young spring plants will need pinching for maxi-mum bloom and best plant shape Start pinching as soon as you see a good flush of buds Pinch about half of the tender new growth at the top of the shoot choose some stems with buds and some without Repeat the

process with every 3 to 5 inches of growth (about every two to four weeks) until July 4 Stopping then ensures you will get good bud formation and blooms in fall If your plant dries out submerge it in a bucket of water or jab a sharp pencil into the soil several times and then water

PERENNIAL PLANTINGFall planting lessens the chance of this perennialrsquos winter survival because the roots donrsquot have time to establish themselves If you want something more permanent and are willing to provide proper care like mulching and pinching plant mums in the spring and allow them to get established in the garden This will improve their chances of overwintering and reblooming the next year

Clockwise from top left Try placing small plants into hollowed squash or pump-kins - use as table decorations or give as a gift Striking pink blooms contrast well with orange pumpkins and when placed in a stark white planter offers a bit of contemporary style No outdoor space Bring plants indoors to provide a reminder of the season Massive groupings of different styles and colors create an unforgettable entryway

Location location location Choose a spot that gets at least six hours of sun a day Plants that donrsquot get enough sunlight will be tall and leggy and produce fewer smaller flowers

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Cozy Up To Fall With Homemade Chai Tea Mix

Put your feet up and grab a blanket this homemade chai mix will have you endulging your senses and tastebuds at the first

sign of cold weather

CHAI TEA MIX

1 C nonfat dry powdered milk

1 12 C granulated sugar

1 C dry powdered non dairy creamer

1 C french vanilla non dairy creamer

1 12 C dry instant unsweetened tea

2 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp cardamom

Blend all ingredients (in a food processor or blender) 1 cup at a time until the mixture is a fine powder Store in an airtight container Mix 13 C with 8 oz hot water and stir until dissolved Top with whipped cream and cinnamon

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print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

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FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

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WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

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SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

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1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

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There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 14: Living in Littleton Fall

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hello fall

PURCHASINGWhen night temperatures drop in mid-September buy plants as they start to break bud Yoursquoll maximize bloom time Check plant tags and cross-reference with already opened blooms What you see is what you get Buy the bigger plant Once buds start to open

yoursquore pretty much guaranteed flowers - no matter where you display them although theyrsquoll be happiest in sun

CARE amp WATERKeep flowers blooming by wa-tering and pinching Soil should be moist but never wet Check daily during warm weather and

every other day when itrsquos cooler Remove faded blooms to encoura-ge even more buds to open and yoursquoll have color through October The key to those full rounded do-mes of blooms that you associate with mums is pinching to create more branching and keep plants compact Donrsquot hold back -- just a few minutes here and there will reward you with a thick solid-loo-king plant If yoursquove bought large full plants in the fall they have already been pinched and are ready for planting Young spring plants will need pinching for maxi-mum bloom and best plant shape Start pinching as soon as you see a good flush of buds Pinch about half of the tender new growth at the top of the shoot choose some stems with buds and some without Repeat the

process with every 3 to 5 inches of growth (about every two to four weeks) until July 4 Stopping then ensures you will get good bud formation and blooms in fall If your plant dries out submerge it in a bucket of water or jab a sharp pencil into the soil several times and then water

PERENNIAL PLANTINGFall planting lessens the chance of this perennialrsquos winter survival because the roots donrsquot have time to establish themselves If you want something more permanent and are willing to provide proper care like mulching and pinching plant mums in the spring and allow them to get established in the garden This will improve their chances of overwintering and reblooming the next year

Clockwise from top left Try placing small plants into hollowed squash or pump-kins - use as table decorations or give as a gift Striking pink blooms contrast well with orange pumpkins and when placed in a stark white planter offers a bit of contemporary style No outdoor space Bring plants indoors to provide a reminder of the season Massive groupings of different styles and colors create an unforgettable entryway

Location location location Choose a spot that gets at least six hours of sun a day Plants that donrsquot get enough sunlight will be tall and leggy and produce fewer smaller flowers

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Cozy Up To Fall With Homemade Chai Tea Mix

Put your feet up and grab a blanket this homemade chai mix will have you endulging your senses and tastebuds at the first

sign of cold weather

CHAI TEA MIX

1 C nonfat dry powdered milk

1 12 C granulated sugar

1 C dry powdered non dairy creamer

1 C french vanilla non dairy creamer

1 12 C dry instant unsweetened tea

2 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp cardamom

Blend all ingredients (in a food processor or blender) 1 cup at a time until the mixture is a fine powder Store in an airtight container Mix 13 C with 8 oz hot water and stir until dissolved Top with whipped cream and cinnamon

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print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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FALL 2014

The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

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Missed the win but nothing beats spending a hot summer night watching the rockies gorockies coorsfield downtowndenver livingindenver colo-radorockies

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

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PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

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WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

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SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

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1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

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There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 15: Living in Littleton Fall

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Cozy Up To Fall With Homemade Chai Tea Mix

Put your feet up and grab a blanket this homemade chai mix will have you endulging your senses and tastebuds at the first

sign of cold weather

CHAI TEA MIX

1 C nonfat dry powdered milk

1 12 C granulated sugar

1 C dry powdered non dairy creamer

1 C french vanilla non dairy creamer

1 12 C dry instant unsweetened tea

2 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp cardamom

Blend all ingredients (in a food processor or blender) 1 cup at a time until the mixture is a fine powder Store in an airtight container Mix 13 C with 8 oz hot water and stir until dissolved Top with whipped cream and cinnamon

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print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

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Missed the win but nothing beats spending a hot summer night watching the rockies gorockies coorsfield downtowndenver livingindenver colo-radorockies

FOLLOW US ON gtgt TWITTER lIVINGINDENVER1 gtgt INSTAGRAM lIVINGINDENVER gtgt WEB LIVINGINDENVERCO

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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2

3

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2

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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2

4

DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

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460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

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SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 16: Living in Littleton Fall

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print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

FALL 2014

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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FALL 2014

The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

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Missed the win but nothing beats spending a hot summer night watching the rockies gorockies coorsfield downtowndenver livingindenver colo-radorockies

FOLLOW US ON gtgt TWITTER lIVINGINDENVER1 gtgt INSTAGRAM lIVINGINDENVER gtgt WEB LIVINGINDENVERCO

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

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460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

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print inspiration

Bold PATTERNS FOR FALL

Long gone are the days of burgundy brown yellow and orange If you are looking to change your color scheme with the seasons fall is an excellent time to incorporate rich peacock colors deep greens and burnt yellows abstract brush strokes and playful animal prints Add them

as temporary artwork prints pillows throws or if yoursquore really going big wallpaper or wall color

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

39

HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

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There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

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SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

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1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

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There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

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FALL GALLERY FEATURE

THE VIBRANT

COLORS OF CHANGE

A look at the changing landscapes and colors of Fall in the beautiful Red Rocks

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The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

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Missed the win but nothing beats spending a hot summer night watching the rockies gorockies coorsfield downtowndenver livingindenver colo-radorockies

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

FALL 2014 45

CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

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WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

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SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

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1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

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There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

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The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

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Missed the win but nothing beats spending a hot summer night watching the rockies gorockies coorsfield downtowndenver livingindenver colo-radorockies

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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FALL 2014 37Subject to credit approval Minimum monthly payments required See Design Consultant for details copy 2014 3 Day Blinds Corporation

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SPECIAL FINANCING AVAILABLE

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

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PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

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WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

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SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

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1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 21: Living in Littleton Fall

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The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

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Missed the win but nothing beats spending a hot summer night watching the rockies gorockies coorsfield downtowndenver livingindenver colo-radorockies

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

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SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 22: Living in Littleton Fall

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FALL 2014

The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

downtown_denver downtowndenver livinginden-ver coorsfield rockies coloradorockies

Missed the win but nothing beats spending a hot summer night watching the rockies gorockies coorsfield downtowndenver livingindenver colo-radorockies

FOLLOW US ON gtgt TWITTER lIVINGINDENVER1 gtgt INSTAGRAM lIVINGINDENVER gtgt WEB LIVINGINDENVERCO

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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2

3

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2

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

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460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 23: Living in Littleton Fall

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FALL 2014

The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

downtown_denver downtowndenver livinginden-ver coorsfield rockies coloradorockies

Missed the win but nothing beats spending a hot summer night watching the rockies gorockies coorsfield downtowndenver livingindenver colo-radorockies

FOLLOW US ON gtgt TWITTER lIVINGINDENVER1 gtgt INSTAGRAM lIVINGINDENVER gtgt WEB LIVINGINDENVERCO

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

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460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

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The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

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6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

39

HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

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The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

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6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

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SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

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1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 26: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

The Cherry Creek School District is one of the highest-achieving school districts in the state Students consistently rank well above the state averages on statewide accountability tests and above state and national averages on SAT and ACT college board exams

All of the schools in the Cherry Creek School District are in the top two categories of the new accreditation system recently developed by the Colorado Department of Education Ninety-eight percent rank in the highest category compared to 70 statewide

The Cherry Creek School District has the third most National Board Certified Teachers in Colorado

We educate more than 53000 children and serve over 300000 residents in 108 square miles that spread across eight municipalities Cherry Hills Village Centennial Foxfield Glendale Greenwood Village and portions of Aurora Englewood and Denver

SchoolMatch an independent nationwide service has recognized the Cherry Creek School District as among only 16 of school districts nationwide with its ldquoWhat Parents Want Awardrdquo for 18 consecutive years

In the Cherry Creek School District it is not about averages it is about individuals

4700 South Yosemite Street Greenwood Village CO 80111 3037731184 wwwcherrycreekschoolsorg

To inspire every student to think to learn to achieve to care

WHATrsquoS

HAPPENING

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

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HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

FALL 2014 45

CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

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WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 27: Living in Littleton Fall

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PETSKEEP YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND CONTENT AND COMFORTABLE AS THEY ENTER THE LATER YEARS IN THEIR LIFE

AGING PETS BY KELSEY SINDORF

Understanding your aging pet is the best way to help your furry friend live its best years yet

FIDOrsquoS FINEST YEARS

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

39

HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

FALL 2014 41

FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

FALL 2014 45

CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

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WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

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SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 28: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

Foothills Animal Shelter Accepts 2014rsquos ASPCA Rachael Ray

$100K Challenge

Foothills Animal Shelter has been selected as one of 50 animal shelters across the country to participate in the fifth and final year of the ASPCARachael Ray $100K Challenge The Challenge is a nationwide competition for animal shelters (and their communities) to get more animals adopted reunite lost pets with their families and save more lives than ever before

From June 1 ndash August 31 Foothills Animal Shelter will engage in a spirited competi-tion to go above and beyond saving more animalsrsquo lives during the same three months from 2013 The Shelter is competing for a chance at more than $600000 in grant fund-ingmdashwith prizes ranging from $1000 to a grand prize of $100000 for the Challengersquos top performing shelter

ldquoWe are very excited to be given this op-portunity because our profile community presence and support has grown dramati-callymdashresulting in record-breaking adoption rates and a reputation for being one of Colo-radorsquos premier animal shelters If we won grant funding from the ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge we would use the money to help fund the Shelterrsquos animal care services including foster care spayneuter surgeries medications diagnostics food specialty vet-erinary services animal training and enrich-ment tools and kennel care No matter what we win regardless by increasing our outreach efforts and engaging our community in help-ing save more livesrdquo

For more information about the contest visit

httpchallengeaspcaproorg

aging pets

Did You Know Puppies begin getting their adult teeth between four and seven months and are very likely to chew on things during this period

If asked how to calculate a dogrsquos age what would you say Most would multiply the dogrsquos age in ldquohumanrdquo year by seven to calculate ldquodog yearsrdquo but did you know that a dogrsquos age could also de-pend on its size and breedLarger dogs tend to age faster than smaller dogs For example a great dane and a chihuahua that are the same age in ldquohumanrdquo years may not be aging the same in dog years Other factors such as genetics nutrition and environment all play into how a dog will age with time Whatever their age we as caretakers hope to provide the best life for our pets and make adjustments to fit their changing needs

Older dogs tend to have difficulty getting comfortable while sleeping which causes them to move around more at night and interrupt their sleep To help your dog sleep more comfortably consider purchasing a dog bed designed for older dogs that pro-vides extra cushioning for sleeping bodies This may help your dog to sleep more soundly through the night and feel more energized during the day

An aging dog may also move slower and tire easily while exercising Exercise is a very important part of animal health just as it is to humans but the right amount of exer-cise is key Do not push or over exert your dog instead allow your dog to set the pace on walks or while playing After exercising take note of any signs of soreness or pain in your dogrsquos behavior If your dog acts sore the day after a long leisurely walk try cutting back on the distance of the walk and continue to allow them to set the pace Taking walks with your dog is a great way to fight obesity spend time together and allow them to explore their environment

Dental disease can start to develop in dogs as young as 2-3 ldquohumanrdquo years and may lead to painful eating weight loss and eventually tooth loss If you notice your dog is having trouble eating avoids eating or is losing weight it might be due to painful chew-ing A visit to the vet may be just what your dog needs to feel better fast Just like with humans brushing your dogrsquos teeth can help to prevent dental disease Ask you vet-erinarian about the best products for keeping your dogs teeth clean and always use products intended for animals Certain chew toys and treats are designed specifically to help with dental health so your dog is actively improving his or her dental health without even knowing it

Sometimes it is the little things that can make a huge difference Consider making some of these small changes to keep your four-legged friend content Keep your dog young at heart with new toys and food puzzles Food puzzle can keep dogs enter-tained while you are not around by keeping their mind and mouth stimulated Try using an elevated dog dish so that taller dogs donrsquot have to stoop over while eating or drinking Who doesnrsquot like a massage Try gently massaging your dogrsquos sore muscle and stiff joints to improve mobility and relieve soreness Leave a designated towel or rug for your dog in rooms with hardwood floors This way your dog will have a com-fortable place to lay down that also provides the traction needed to easily get back up

Remember prevention is a part of any healthy lifestyle whether it is for yourself or your pet Schedule a yearly or biyearly visit to the veterinarian and play an active role in your furry friendrsquos happy and healthy life

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

39

HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

FALL 2014 41

FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

39

HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

FALL 2014 41

FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

FALL 2014 45

CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

39

HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

FALL 2014 41

FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

FALL 2014 45

CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

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FASHIONLIVING INrsquoS FASHION EDITOR ALLISON ORR GUIDES US THROUGH EFFORTLESS DAY-TO-NIGHT STYLE AND KEY PIECES

TOP TRENDSFOR FALL

EFFORTLESS STYLE

Day NighttoWe show you how to style two of fallrsquos hottest

trends in inspiring day-to-night looks gtgt

6 High Necklines

7 Plum Lips

8 DrsquoOrsay Flats amp T-Strap Pumps

9 Fringed Leather Bags

10 Dusters Long Cardigans

1 Jumpsuits

2 Harem Pants Joggers

3 Moto Jackets

4 Boyfriend Denim Fits

5 Muscle Tees

FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

39

HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

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FALL 2014 41

FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

FALL 2014 45

CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

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FALL 2014

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR TEQUILArsquoS MEXICAN RESTAURANT IS KNOWN FOR THEIR DELICIOUS HOUSE-MADE MARGARITAS CHIPS amp QUESO

DAY TONIGHT

DAY FAVORITES [1] Mary Portas Drape Front Blouse $6900 houseoffrasercouk [2] Loeffler Randall Citrus DrsquoOrsay Flat $12500 shopnouvellescom [3] Neiman Marcus Pancea Golden Wave Bangle $2800 neimanmarcuscom [4] Linea Pelle Vintage Perforated Hip Belt $11400 strutdenvercom

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NIGHT STAPLES [1] Hammitt LA Getty Fringe Bag $25000 hammittcom [2] Ralph lauren Striped Silk Shirt $19000 mytheresacom [3] BCBG

Double-Wrap Braided Waist Belt $3400 bcbgcom [4] Jeffery Campbell In Love Suede Skimmer $9000 urbanoutfitterscom

KEYPIECE

Boyfriend jeans have been a lasting trend over the course of several seasons and continue to be a strong silhouette for the fall With just a few little updates to the classic boyfriend fit this fall wersquore seeing slimmer cuts pop up in fall fabrics like twill and corduroy

These slimmer fits are more feminine and more flattering and can easily go from day to night

CurrentElliott The Boyfriend Highrise Corduroy Pant $16500 wwwcurrentelliottcom

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

39

HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

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GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

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COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

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PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

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6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

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DAY FAVORITES [1] Gorjana Chloe Stud Earring $3500 gorjana-griffincom [2] James Jeans Humphrey Flare $18500 jamesjeansus [3] Lauren

by Ralph Lauren Stirrup and Bridle Ruffle Scarf $4500 houseoffrasercouk [4] Swedish Hasbeens Clog $21900 amazoncom [5] Coach Legacy

Archival Bucket Bag $27900 macyscom

NIGHT STAPLES [1] Love Moschino Fracture Clutch $17500 renttherun-waycom [2] FRAME Le Skinny de Jeanne $20000 net-a-portercom [3]

Mod Cloth Get It Got It Go-See Heel $3300 modclothcom [4] Forever 21 Must-Have Lariat $900 forever21com

KEYPIECE

Thomas Mason for J Crew Mandarin-Collar Tuxedo Shirt $15800

wwwjcrewcom

The tuxedo shirt is a sleek modern update to the classic white dress shirt for fall Taking a note from the boys tuxedo shirts are get-ting a makeover for the ladies with delicate details and slim sexy fits Donrsquot let the name fool you ndash this style can easily be dressed

up or down for a great day-to-night look

DAY TONIGHT

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

39

HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

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FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

FALL 2014 45

CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

FALL 2014 47

MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

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RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

39

HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

FALL 2014 41

FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

FALL 2014 45

CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

FALL 2014 47

MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 35: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014 37Subject to credit approval Minimum monthly payments required See Design Consultant for details copy 2014 3 Day Blinds Corporation

Call to Schedule Your FREE In-Home Design Consultation888-571-3329 or visit www3DayOffer12com

CUSTOM BLINDS

SHADES SHUTTERS

AND DRAPES

SPECIAL FINANCING AVAILABLE

LivingInFrontRangeMagazine_Fall_092014indd 1 82614 259 PM

RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

39

HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

FALL 2014 41

FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

FALL 2014 45

CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

FALL 2014 47

MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 36: Living in Littleton Fall

RECREATIONAL COUNTRY HOMES HUNTING LODGES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

460 ACRES PASTURE LAND - SM COUNTY KSThis excellent pasture tract located in North Central Kansas includes two ponds crossed fenced with several rural water hydrants scattered throughout the property There is a good amount of productive soil that could be converted to farmland if the buyer wished to have more diversity with the property

MYWILDLIFEPROPERTYCOM 785-282-6145

HISTORIC BED amp BREAKFAST - DODGE CITY KSSituated at the peak of Boot Hill in the famous Old West Town of Dodge City KS is a wonderful bed and breakfast known as the Boot Hill Bed amp Breakfast So close to history that you can almost smell the gunsmoke as it permeates from across the road at the Boot Hill Museum

75 +- ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSA secluded deep canyon tract of land in the world famous Flint Hills of North Central Kansas This incredible deer amp turkey hunting farm is located in an area proven to produce trophy class deer Minutes from Timber Creek Marsh and Tuttle Creek Reservoir Natural springs and ponds

CASTLE LODGE - WACONDA LAKE KSA truly incredible property The historic Castle Lodge at Waconda Lake Kansas is a magnificent one-of-a-kind property constructed from native Kansas limestone The structure which is listed on the National Register of Histo-ric Places was built in 1926 originally as a service station

78 +-ACRES - RILEY COUNTY KSTwo ponds deep draws rimrock ledges and tall grass prairie conform to make an ideal hunting and grazing tract in the Flint Hills Good fence steel gates plenty of water and good grass make this versatile property the ideal tract for livestock or recreation

VINTAGE HOTEL amp RESTAURANT- MEADE KSLocated at the intersection of Hwy 54 amp Hwy 23 is a grand historic hotel built in 1926 Most recently operated as a Bed and Breakfast and a restaurant with a private clubbar the hotel now sits vacant awaiting its next great destiny

39

HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

FALL 2014 41

FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

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CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

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MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 37: Living in Littleton Fall

39

HEALTHROBERT SINDORF DC WALKS US THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SOCKS AND SHORTS IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

Compression socks and shorts have become increasingly more popu-lar in the running community and with good reason Compression socks and shorts help in many different ways including increased cir-culation support and recovery One important thing to keep in mind when looking at compression products is that they are not all created equal meaning not all compression products have the same amount of compression Make sure that the compression products you are purchasing have what is considered at least grade 1 medical compres-sion which is above 20 mmHg you will find most brands will have about 18-25 mmHg of graded compression

The first benefit of graduated medical compression is that it allows for increased blood flow to the arteries It sounds counter intuitive but when the artery has equal pressure around it the inner walls of the artery dilate which means they get bigger and allows for increase blood flow to the muscles The arteries may increase by up to 40 allowing for substantial improvements in performance and recovery

The second benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to return blood back to the heart This means that it is helping to push the de-oxygenated blood back towards the heart where you can have an exchange for oxygenated blood to send back to the muscles

The third benefit of graduated medical compression is that it helps to provide a light support for the muscles This means when you are run-ning there will be less vibration forces on the muscles which may lead to decreased injury

The fourth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with many conditions including but not limited to venous reflux venous pooling or venous incompetence This is when the veins are not work-ing correctly and are allowing some blood to flow away from the heart

The fifth benefit of graduated medical compression is that it can help with recovery A study published by Technishe Universitat Dresden and the journal of strength and conditioning found that compression socks can increase blood circulation by 30 which resulted in a quicker re-covery after exercise It was also found that they were able to have decreased muscle strain by about 6

With benefits like the ones mentioned it is not uncommon that more and more athletes are using compression socks and shorts for their runs and recovery So what are you waiting for go out and try a pair

COMPRESSION BENEFITS COMPRESSION TRENDS

5 Reasons To Wear Compression Gear While Exercising

DR ROBERT SINDORF DC MS ART

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

FALL 2014 41

FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

FALL 2014 45

CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

FALL 2014 47

MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 38: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

SUMMER 2013 PETS

FRONT RANGE AD

FALL 2014 41

FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

FALL 2014 45

CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

FALL 2014 47

MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 39: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014 41

FALL FEASTING

FOOD ETCCOMFORT FOOD RECIPES FROM A KITCHEN FULL OF COUNTRY COOKS HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING

SEASONAL EATS

Comfort Food Fall Favorites

Three Generations Of Country Cooks Share Their Tried-And-True Recipes To Carry You Through Fall And Pass On Within Your Own Family

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

FALL 2014 45

CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

FALL 2014 47

MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 40: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

FRIED CHICKEN amp HOMEMADE GRAVY

Serves 6-8(1) 4 lb whole chicken or 4 lbs of chicken legs and thighssalt amp pepper15 C flour2 C vegetable oil

In a large cast iron skillet heat the oil over medium heat While heating salt and pepper the chicken pieces and then roll in flour to coat When oil is hot add chicken pieces and cook until evenly brown and the juices run clear turning after 4-6 minutes Drain on paper towels keeping all drippings in the skillet to make gravy To transfer place the chicken in a clean cast iron skillet and cover tightly with foil keep in a warm oven until ready to leave

Homemade Chicken GravyServes 8In the same skillet save the drippings and 4 tablespoons of the oil Over medium heat add 4 tablespoons of flour and whisk until smooth cook for 1 minute or until browned Slowly add 2 cups of milk whisking constantly to prevent burning Stir until thick about 6 minutes Season with salt and pepper

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Serves 85 lbs potatoes peeled amp cut into chunks1 stick butter8 oz cream cheese room temperature14 - 12 C half amp half

Cook the potatoes in boiling water over medium-high heat until they are fork-tender drain and return to pot Using an electric mixer blend the potatoes until most of the lumps are gone Add the butter cream cheese and 14 cup of the half amp half Blend until you reach the desired consistency adding more liquid if they seem stiff Transfer the potatoes to a large slow cooker and leave on warm until ready to serve

OVEN FRIED POTATOESYou will need to plan for two medium potatoes per each person you are serving (big eaters may require three) Scrub the potatoes and make sure all blemishes are cut off You may peel them if you prefer Cut them into 1rdquo french fries making sure they are all about the same size so they cook evenly Line one or two sheet cake pans with foil and spray with cooking oil Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper and drizzle 12 stick of butter over each pan Bake in a 350 degree oven for one hour

SAVORY BBQ MEATBALLS

Makes about 3 dozen meatballs1 can evaporated milk3 lbs ground beef2 C oatmeal2 eggs1 C onion diced12 tsp garlic power12 tsp black pepper2 tsp salt2 tsp chili powder

2 C ketchup15 C brown sugar2 Tbsp liquid smoke12 tsp garlic powder12 C onion diced

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix the first nine ingredients until com-bined form into 2rdquo diameter meatballs and place them in 2 9rdquox13rdquo pans Stir the sauce ingredients together and pour evenly over each pan Bake for 1 hour

RECIPEWORKBOOK

FALL 2014 45

CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

FALL 2014 47

MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 41: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014 45

CREAMED PEAS amp NEW POTATOES

Serves 82 lbs new potatoes quartered2 C new peas shelled (or frozen)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp floursalt amp pepper to taste2 C milk

Boil the potatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes or until tender Drain In a large pot bring 2 cups water to a boil add peas and cook just until ten-der about 5-7 minutes Do not overcook drain Melt the butter over medium heat whisk in the flour until smooth cook for 30 seconds Gradu-ally add the milk stirring constantly so to not scorch the bottom Cook until thick add salt and pepper to taste Add the potatoes and peas into the sauce stir and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat and serving warm

BAKED STEAK amp CHEESE GRAVY

Serves 6-83 lbs tenderized round steak or sirloin cut into desired portion size1 C + 4 Tbsp flour13 block Velveeta cheese cut into piecessalt amp pepper to taste3 C milk13 C vegetable oil for frying

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Dredge steak pieces in flour when oil is hot shal-low fry until brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side) Season the steaks as they cook Transfer the browned meat to a large casserole dish Using the same skillet drain all but 4 tablespoons of the oil Add 4 tablespoons flour whisk to remove the lumps and make a smooth roux Cook for one minute gradually add the milk whisking constantly until it starts to thicken Season again remove from heat and incorporate pieces of velveeta Stir and return to heat Bring the mixture just to a boil adding extra milk if it gets too thick Pour over the steak Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 30 minutes Remove cover the dish and cook an additional 30 minutes

GREAT-GRANDMA IRENErsquoS OATMEAL ROLLS

2 C water1 C quick cooking oats23 C brown sugar13 C sugar3 Tbsp butter15 tsp salt2 pkg quick rise yeast1 C warm water1 tsp sugar5-6 C flour

Using your microwave boil 2 cups of water add 1 cup oats sug-ars butter and salt Stir together let cool to room temperature (This can be done the night before) In a large mixing bowl dis-solve 2 packages of yeast into 1 cup warm water add 1 teaspoon sugar let set for 5 minutes When the oatmeal mixture is room temperature combine it with the yeast add 3 cups of flour and mix with a large wooden spoon Add another 2 cups of flour and continue to mix Flour a clean counter and begin to knead the dough knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic Transfer to a well-greased bowl and cover with a clean towel Set in a warm place and let it rise 1 hour or until double in size After it has risen break the dough into dinner rolls Shape into golf ball size and place them on a cookie sheet 12 ldquo apart Let rise again until double in size Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes Brush warm rolls with melted butter

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

FALL 2014 47

MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 42: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

PEANUT BUTTER CAKE

Serves 16-202 C flour2 C sugar1 tsp baking soda1 stick butter12 C peanut butter12 C vegetable oil1 C water2 eggs1 tsp vanilla12 C buttermilk12 stick butter14 C peanut butter14 C milk25 C powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degreesMix 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar and baking soda set aside In a saucepan melt 1 stick butter 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup oil and 1 cup water bring to a boil Add to flour mixture and stir Beat 2 eggs with 1 teaspoon vanilla and 12 cup but-termilk add to peanut butter mixture and pour into a greased jelly roll pan Bake in preheated oven 18-20 minutes

In saucepan melt 1 stick butter add 12 cup peanut butter 12 cup milk and powdered sugar Mix until spreading consistency Spread onto warm cake

CHERRY ALMOND BARS

Serves 16-201 C butter (2 sticks) softened2 C sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla14 tsp almond flavoring3 C flour1 tsp salt2 cans (21 oz) cherry pie filling1 C powdered sugar12 tsp vanilla extract14 tsp almond extract2 Tbsp milk

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth spread 3 cups of mixture into a greased jelly roll pan Top with pie filling and drop spoonfulls of remaining cake mixture Bake 45-60 minutes until lightly brown let cool

SCOTCH-A-ROOS

12-16 bars1 C light corn syrup1 C sugar15 C peanut butter6 C crisp rice cereal1 C semisweet chips1 C butterscotch chips

Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking pan Set aside In a large pot mix together corn syrup sugar and peanut butter Cook over medium heat stirring until peanut butter melts Bring mixture to a boil Remove from heat and stir in crisp rice cereal Transfer mixture into a well buttered 9x13 inch pan With your hands well buttered pat it down into pan In a medium saucepan over medium low heat melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips until smooth Spread over top of bars and let bars cool Cut into squares

CHERRY PIE

Serves 810 inch pie pan1 double pie crust 6 C pitted fresh sour cherries3 Tbsp flour2 C sugar divided + 2 Tbsp12 tsp almond flavoring3 tsp butter cut into 12 tsp pieces

Roll out crust to fit bottom of pie pan Mix together 12 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons flour spread in the bottom of the pie shell Set aside Mix remaining 1 12 cups sugar almond flavoring and cherries and let set for 5 minutes to dissolve the sugar Pour into pie shell dot with butter Place top crust over filling cut 3-4 one inch slits in the top so steam can excape

Adjust your oven rack to the lowest position and place a piz-za stone here Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Sit an 18rdquo piece of heavy duty foil on the stone and place the pie on the foil to bake Bake 20 minutes just until crust begins to brown Remove from oven brush with 1 whisked egg white and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar Continue baking until the filling is bubbly 35-40 minutes If the edges start getting too brown bring up the side of foil to loosely cover the edges Cool on a rack Serve with vanilla icecream

HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM

Makes 1 gallon5 eggs2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk12 pint heavy cream1 (14 oz) can sweeted condensed milk15 C sugar1 tsp vanilla1 (35 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix4 C milk

In large bowl beat together eggs evaporated milk cream condensed milk sugar and vanilla with electric mixer Beat in pudding mix until smooth Pour into freezer canister of ice cream maker and add enough milk to bring mixture to fill line Freeze according to manufacturerrsquos directions

RECIPEWORKBOOK

ROASTED GARLIC amp TOMATO BASIL SOUP

Serves 610 - 12 fresh ripe tomatoes1 medium onion chopped1 head garlic1 C loose packed basil leaves6 C chicken broth2 Tbsp tomato paste4 oz cream cheese12 C heavy cream

Heat oven to 350 degreesCut top off garlic bulb place cut side up in baking dish drizzle with olive oil Roast for about 20-25 minutes (bulb will be very soft when squeezed) While garlic is roasting place tomatoes in large pot of boiling waterBoil just until skins burst and separate (3-5 minutes)Peel skin from tomatoes and chop into pieces set asideIn large pot heat 1 Tbsp olive oil add diced onions and sauteacute over mediumlow heat until golden Stir in tomatoes broth basil and tomato paste When garlic is roasted gently squeeze garlic out of skin and add to soup Simmer soup for 40 minutes Using a blender or immersion blender process soup until smooth return to pot Add cream and cream cheese simmer for additional 10 minutesSeason with fresh ground pepper

OVEN-BAKED OKRA

Serves 6-81 lb fresh okra1 C buttermilk1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp garlic powder or 1 grated garlic clove2 Tbsp dried minced onions1 tsp chili-garlic sauce (Sriracha)2 bread slices processed into fine crumbs12 C cornmeal2 Tbsp flour12 tsp black pepper4 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Place a rimmed baking sheet in your oven and preheat it to 450 degrees Slice the okra in half lengthwise place in a large bowl Mix buttermilk salt garlic onions and chili garlic sauce pour over okra and stir to combine In a large plastic bag mix bread crumbs cornmeal flour and pepper Toss okra in the bag until all pieces are evenly coated Remove hot baking sheet from oven and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil Place breaded okra on pan and drizzle with remaining oil Bake for 20-30 minutes carefully stirring half way through

PASTA WITH PESTO

Serves 42 C loosely packed basil leaves14 C parmesan cheese1 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove6 Tbsp olive oil12 tsp kosher salt12 Tbsp fresh lemon juice12 lb spaghetti cooked

In the bowl of a food processor pulse basil parmesan garlic and salt drizzle in oil and lemon juice Toss with cooked spaghetti

FALL 2014 47

MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 43: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014 47

MIX IT UPLeftover pasta can be mixed with the tomato basil soup to create a creamy tomato pasta full of fresh flavor

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 44: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLIServes 6 appetizer servings

2 medium zuchini 2 eggs 12 C milk 1 sleeve saltine crackers 12 C flour 12 tsp salt 12 tsp pepper 1 C vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat Slice your zuchini into 14rdquo discs In a large plastic bag crush the sleeve of saltine crackers until they are fine crumbs add in flour salt and pepper Whisk the 2 eggs with 12 cup of milk add in zuchini slices and stir to coat Working in batches move the zuchini from the egg mixture into the bag shaking to coat each piece When every piece is coated fry in the hot oil until brown and crispy turning once Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt Serve hot with dipping sauce

For the Garlic Lemon Aioli Mix 34 cup of mayo with 2 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 2 minced garlic cloves Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper Also try this aioli with the oven fried okra

FRIED ZUCHINI

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 45: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014 49

GIVE BACK

For their annual fundraising event PRTR will be showcasing the film Rid-ing My Way Back The 30-minute documentary follows the story of Aaron Heliker a retired US Veteran who after multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan returns home suffering from a traumatic brain injury PTSD and severe nerve damage Deeply depressed and on the brink of suicide Aaron finds comfort in caring for a horse named Fred and begins the long process of healing and rehabilitation through equine therapy

The PRTR fundraising event and film showing comes on the heels of Prom-ise Ranchrsquos recent approval by Tricare to become the first PATH certified program of its kind approved to provide Hippotherapy for active and re-tired military personnelrsquos eligible dependents suffering from a primary or secondary diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Cerebral Palsy

Tickets to the event are $2000 and Promise Ranch will be excepting dona-tions and contributions throughout the evening Riding My Way Back will be shown throughout the evening at 600 700 and 800PM The event will also feature silent and live auctions hors drsquooeuvers a cash bar and live performances by a musical group of developmentally disabled individuals in between showings of the film

Tickets can be purchased online at wwwparkerartsorg or via the PACE Center box office 303-805-6800 To view the trailer for Riding My Way Back visit httpwwwridingmywaybackcomtrailer

DID YOU MISS IT Visit Promise Ranch for yourself by reading the special Giving Back profile feature in our Summer issue Read the digital version online at LivingInDenverco

PRTR RIDER RUAIRI WAS INCORRECTLY IDENTIFIED AS ldquoRORYrdquo WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISSPELLING

FOUNDER DR ANNE MOORE WAS MISIDENTIFIED AS A FORMER PEDIA-TRICIAN WHEN SHE IS IN FACT STILL PRACTICING

PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

November 13th 600 pm-900 pm

The PACE Center 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue Parker CO

FEATURE FOLLOW-UP

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 46: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

SPONSOR A PROMISE RANCH THERAPY HORSE Promise Ranch currently utilizes 8 therapy horses many of whom have been donated or rescued Visit wwwprtrorgsponsorship to sponsor one of these wonderful horses and help PRTR to provide the necessary boarding veterinary and farrier services needed to maintain their program

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

1 bale of Hay $15 1 month of Supplements $25 1 Farrier visit $50 1 Semi-annual Veterinary visit $100 1 Dentist visit $200 1 month of Board (full care) $450

Silver Sponsorship $1000 Gold Sponsorship $2500 Platinum Sponsorship $4000 Platinum Sponsorship covers the entire cost to run our program for 1 month

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 47: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014 51

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 48: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

COLORADOThe Colorado Proud Program was created by the Colorado Department of Agriculture in 1999 to promote Colorado food and agricultural products

One of the goals of Colorado Proud is to make it easier for consumers to identify and purchase Colorado products by label-ing them with the Colorado Proud logo In 1999 the program started with 65 compa-nies and now the Colorado Proud Program has more than 2000 members that include growers processors restaurants retailers and associations statewide

August was Colorado Proud Month and Colorado Proud went on a three week state wide ldquoChoose Colorado Tourrdquo to in-tegrate agricultural communities and cel-ebrate farmers and produce growers while educating and influencing consumers along the journey Coloradorsquos agricultural indus-try continues to overcome adversity from drought fires floods and recession and consistently earns its ranking as one of the statersquos top-three leading industries

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 49: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014 53

PROUD

How to get involvedBecoming a ldquoColorado Proudrdquo business is an easy process and you can get start-ed for free at wwwcoloradoproudorg Once registered your business can use the Colorado Proud label to promote any food or agricultural product that has been grown raised or processed in Colorado ldquoGrownrdquo applies only to fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products ldquoRaisedrdquo applies only to livestock and ldquoProcessedrdquo applies to products Fresh produce herbs grains and horticultural products must be grown in Colorado Livestock must be raised in Colorado Value-added consumer foods (jams sal-sas sauces chips dairy sausage jerky etc) must be manufactured in a commer-cial kitchen in Colorado and companies are encouraged to use ingredients that are grown or raised in Colorado Foods manufactured in home kitchens under the Cottage Foods Act do not qualify for the program Non-food items must be at least 50 percent agricultural origin by weight and that agricultural base must have been grown raised or processed in Colorado Non-food products such as pet foodtreats and fertilizer must also be cur-rently registered through the appropriate programs at the Colorado Department of Agriculture gtgt

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 50: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

1TASTES BETTER

Local food tastes better By buy-ing local you are receiving the freshest possible produce picked just hours before delivery to your local store Pro-duce that travels long distances is days older Sugars turn to starches plant cells shrink and produce loses its vitality and flavor

2MORE NUTRITIOUS

Local food is more nutritious Once harvested pro-duce quickly loses nutrients Since local produce is sold right after itrsquos picked it retains more nutrients

3PRESERVES GENETIC DIVERSITY

Local food pre-serves genetic diversity Large commercial farms grow a relatively small number of hybrid fruits and vegetables be-cause they cannot tolerate the rigors of harvesting packing shipping and storage This leaves little genet-ic diversity in the food supply Fam-ily farms on the other hand grow a huge number of varieties to extend their growing sea-son provide eye-catching colors and great flavor Many varieties are ldquoheirloomsrdquo passed down through the gen-erations because of their excellent flavor Older vari-eties contain the genetic structure of hundreds or thousands of years of human selection and may provide the di-versity needed to thrive in a chang-ing climate

4PROMOTES ENERGYCONSERVATION

Local food pro-motes energy conservation The average distance our food travels is 1500 miles mostly by air and truck increasing our dependence on petroleum By buying locally you conserve the energy thatrsquos used for transport

5USES LESSPACKAGING

Local food uses less packaging Buying produce from a farmers market or from a farm itself is a no-frills process that involves less packaging

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 51: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014 55

6SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMERS

Local food sup-ports local farm-ers The American family farmer is a vanishing breed - fewer than 1000000 people (less than 1) of Americans claim farming as a pri-mary occupation Itrsquos no wonder itrsquos hard to make a living when you get less than 10 cents of every retail food dollar By buying locally the middleman disappears and the farmer gets full retail price in turn helping farmers continue to farm

7BUILDS COMMUNITY

Local food builds community By getting to know the farmers who grow your food you build under-standing trust and a connection to your neighbors and environment The weather the seasons and the science of growing food offer great lessons in nature and agriculture Visiting local farms with your friends and your family brings that education and ap-preciation to the next generation

8PRESERVES OPEN SPACE

Local food preserves open space Do you enjoy visiting the countryside where you see lush fields of crops mead-ows of wildflow-ers picturesque barns and rolling pastures Well this should also serve as a re-minder that our treasured agricul-tural landscape survives only when farms are financially viable By spending your money on lo-cally grown food yoursquore increasing the value of the land to the farmer and making devel-opment less likely

9BENEFITS WILDLIFE

Local food sup-ports the environ-ment and benefits wildlife Family farmers tend to be good stew-ards of the land ndash they respect and value fertile soil and clean water And their farms provide the fields meadows forests ponds and buildings that are the habitat for many beloved and important spe-cies of wildlife In addition buying local also reduces the use of fossil fuels and helps to protect the environment from harmful exhaust fumes

10PROTECTING THE FUTURE

Local food is about the future Supporting local farms today helps keep those farms in your commu-nity ensuring that your children and grandchildren have access to nourishing flavor-ful and abundant food When you choose to buy locally and make your choices known you raise the consciousness of your family friends and neigh-bors

10 reasons to buy local

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 52: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 57

LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

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FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 53: Living in Littleton Fall

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LITTLETONCOLORADO PROUD BUSINESSESThese Littleton businesses are all listed on the Colorado Market Maker website find out how to get your business

listed in the Colorado Proud directory on page 53

Baskets by KarenBertrsquos All American Market

Billy Gomerrsquos Famous BBQ Sauce LLCBoulder Valley Natural Beef

Brew Chews LLCBrickyard BBQ

Chocolates by Mary CarolCompleat Gourmet amp Gifts

ConnexionsDavidsons Liquor IncGifts from Colorado

Golden Toad IncGood Times Burgers amp Frozen Custard

Just Because Baskets amp Beyond LLCLa Vaca Meat Co Inc

Landmark FoodsLittletonrsquos Farmers Market

Mama MontoyasMrs Maurorsquos Potica

Opus RestaurantPampawrsquos BBQ Products

Rox Bar amp GrillSansonersquos Bistro

Savory Spice ShopSilver Sage Garden Centers Inc

SMM Foods LLCSo Much lsquoMores Campfire DessertsSouthwest Plaza Farmers Market

Spruce Creek Foods LLCThe Jam LLC

Toast Fine Food amp CoffeeTru Pickles

Wild Women Truffles

FALL 2014

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Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 54: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 55: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014 59

Fall Calendar of Events

LITTLETONseptember 28 amp october 27Denver Museum Of Nature amp Science FREE DAYS

october 4Zombie Crawl amp Pig Roast

october 4 amp november 1Denver Art Museum FREE DAYS

october 9-12Mile High Horror Film Festival Alamo Drafthouse

october 10Pumpkin Festival Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield

october 10-11Pumpkin Follies amp Goat Show

october 11Harvest Festival

october 25Goblin Give Out

every wednesday through october 29Farmers Market Aspen Grove 10am-2pm

NOVEMBER 7-15Denver Arts Week

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 56: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

There is not a more exquisite time of the year to take in the incredible open space of Chatfield State Park than among the crisp air and turning leaves of fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 57: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014 61

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 58: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 59: Living in Littleton Fall

FALL 2014

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon

Page 60: Living in Littleton Fall

wwwflydenvercom

Itrsquos all about access and choice isnrsquot it From Denver International Airport major airlines give you nonstop access to more than 180 destinations in the United States Canada the Caribbean Costa Rica Europe Mexico and Japan

And if yoursquore flying to a major citymdashwhether for business a vacation or simply to see friends or familymdashyou want the ability to choose a carrier and a flight that suits your schedule

Denver International Airport offers you major routes that are served by more than one airline several times a day What could be more convenient

Nonstop service to almost anywhere well maybe not the moon