http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/ The latest news from the coloradocommunitynewspapers.com website! Newsys Template Engine Highlands Ranch Herald/lifestyles http://backend.userland.com/rss 60 newsys-2006358333 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/hrh19_ent_hudson_preview.txt What is that elephant doing? Drivers on Santa Fe Drive in Littleton have noticed a life-sized white elephant trailing after an elk, a camel, a moose and a deer at 6115 S. Santa Fe. They stand out against the tall, dark-green conifers that shelter the Inn at Hudson Gardens from traffic noise. Consider them heralds of a magical event. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:06:00 -0600 newsys-1999453525 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/12_rl_sarak_hr.txt Sara Kleinkopf has taken a couple inspiring treks in Mexico and Peru. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:06:14 -0600 newsys-2011435342 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/26_hrh_business.txt Massage Envy opens new Town Center location Massage Envy is set to open its 22nd location in Colorado, Nov. 27 at the Highlands Ranch Town Center North, 1265 Sgt. Jon Stiles Drive, Suite I, near Super Target. Massage Envy provides professional therapeutic massage and spa services. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:05:58 -0600 newsys-2011435341 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/26_hrh_people.txt Maguire is inducted into athletic hall of fame Highlands Ranch resident David Maguire was inducted into the Ohio Wesleyan University Athletic Hall of Fame during ceremonies on homecoming weekend. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:05:59 -0600 newsys-2003284526 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/26_ent_cangilla_book.txt Claudia Cangilla McAdam’s Web site says she’s been writing for three decades— authoring a dozen books and numerous magazine and newspaper articles and stories. Her most recent book, “Awakening,” tells of a 14-year-old girl’s time travel back to Jerusalem of 2000 years ago, when Jesus was in the community and teaching. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:06:04 -0600 newsys-2006290665 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/hrh19_ent_column_sampler.txt “Food, Glorious Food” sets the scene as hungry little orphans line up for a meager meal. Among their number is plucky, pint-sized Oliver Twist, who manages to prevail over the system. Charles Dickens” timeless characters will fill the Town Hall stage as “Oliver!” the musical by Lionel Bart, plays through Dec. 27, directed by the multi-talented Christopher Willard, with musical direction by Donna Debreceni. Town Hall Arts Center offers this family show in its historic theater at 2450 W. Main St., downtown Littleton. 303-794-2787 ext. 5; www.townhallartscenter.com. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:06:00 -0600 newsys-2006358324 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/hrh19_ent_den_thieves.txt Act I opens with scruffy, depressed, kleptomaniac Maggie (Sara Mae Johnson) clutching a shopping bag filled with her latest acquisitions. With her is preachy 12 Step advocate Paul (David Harms), formerly an expert in safe-cracking, who declares that he has been “theft-free” for 686 days. He wants to enlist her in one of his many 12 Step programs: this one is for recovering thieves. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:06:00 -0600 newsys-2004014947 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/hrh19_ent_nutcracker.txt Welcome visions of sugarplums — and lovely Sugarplum Fairies — dance in my head this time of year. A visit to a performance of “The Nutcracker” with excited little girls dressed in party finery is a happy memory, followed up by granddaughter outings. Local families have a number of choices, dates, locations to enjoy this holiday classic. These arrived on our desk: Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:06:00 -0600 newsys-2000203902 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/19_bf_singles_hr.txt Alcohol is described as the social lubricant. While many individuals may struggle to be more personable when meeting others for the first time, alcohol seems to help some remove the gate that separates insecurities and temporary confidence. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:06:18 -0600 newsys-2002209027 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/19_hrh_business.txt Boutique open its doors in Highlands Ranch Toolips Boutique & Gifts opened Nov. 14 at 9362 S. Colorado Blvd. in Highlands Ranch. This boutique stocks fashions hand-selected from leading lines found in design centers such as Dallas and Los Angeles, as well as home decor accessories and a variety of gift items. Call 720-344-2073. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 22:05:31 -0600 newsys-2002398247 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/19_hrh_people.txt Maguire is inducted into athletic hall of fame Highlands Ranch resident David Maguire was inducted into the Ohio Wesleyan University Athletic Hall of Fame during ceremonies on homecoming weekend. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 22:05:32 -0600 newsys-2002275090 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/19_hrh_military.txt Pfarr completes Army leadership course Chris D. Pfarr has graduated from the Army ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) Leader's Training Course at Fort Knox, Ky. The cadet is a student at the University of Notre Dame, South Bend, Ind. He is the son of Carol W. and Cordell G. Pfarr of Highlands Ranch. Pfarr is a 2007 graduate of Mountain Vista High School, Highlands Ranch. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 22:05:32 -0600 newsys-1987809275 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/12_ad_singles_hr.txt In a sea of homes where “married with children” is the top demographic, Douglas County could be one of the most difficult places for a single adult to meet other singles. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:06:01 -0600 newsys-1989776735 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/hrh12_ent_cake.txt Chocolate Rum Icebox Cake, Key Lime Pound Cake, Kathy’s Cinnamon Breakfast Cake, Lemon Curd Icebox Cake, Mindy’s Jack Cake with Tennessee Drizzle, Large Wedding Cake, Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Cupcakes, Houdini Bars... are you salivating yet? Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:06:03 -0600 newsys-1984161841 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/hrh12_ent_column__sampler_all.txt “Art and the Animal,” the annual traveling exhibition of works by the Society of Animal Artists, has been hosted by The Wildlife Experience each year since it opened. It will run Nov. 21 to Feb. 21 this season. Members live across the United States and are expert painters and sculptors. Some depict local wildlife and domestic animals and some travel to exotic locales for subjects. Colorado artists included: Gerald Balciar of Parker; Cathy Sheeter; Daniel Glanz; Edward Aldrich; William Alther; John Kobald and more. An exhibit catalog is available in the gift shop at The Wildlife Experience, 10035 S. Peoria, Parker (at Lincoln). Also open through Jan. 3 is an accompanying show called “Small Works— Big Impressions,” which features small, affordable works by Society of Animal Artists members. Kay Witherspoon of Englewood and Victoria Parsons of Parker have pieces in the Small Works show. Works in both shows are for sale, with a portion of proceeds to benefit Wildlife Experience. For hours and admission costs: 720-488-3300, thewildlifeexperience.org. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:06:03 -0600 newsys-1989776730 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/hrh12_ent_ellington.txt “Mood Indigo,” “Take the A Train,” “It Don’t Mean a Thing If It Ain’t Got that Swing...” the list of more than 2000 works could fill pages. Jazz genius Edward Kennedy (Duke) Ellington composed music for particular groups and musicians he was recording with, ranging from small groups to symphonic orchestras. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:06:03 -0600 newsys-1987809274 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/hrh12_ent_moscow.txt The award-winning Moscow String Quartet has played in major concert halls of Europe and the United States and appeared at many important music festivals and at the White House. In the 1990s, the quartet was in residence at DU’s Lamont School of Music and at CU Denver, and perhaps more visible locally than in recent years. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:06:03 -0600 newsys-1987809280 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/hrh12_ent_dnc_films_all.txt As cinema, last year’s Democratic National Convention in Denver offered far more drama than the predetermined coronation of a presidential nominee. The four days of celebrity, politics and protest had a colorful cast of characters to rival any Hollywood fiction. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:06:03 -0600 newsys-1989776732 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/lit12_ent_moscow.txt The award-winning Moscow String Quartet has played in major concert halls of Europe and the United States and appeared at many important music festivals and at the White House. In the 1990s, the quartet was in residence at DU’s Lamont School of Music and at CU Denver, and perhaps more visible locally than in recent years. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:06:03 -0600 newsys-1989823478 http://coloradocommunitynewspapers.com/articles/2009/11/22/highlands_ranch_herald/lifestyles/lit12_ent_dnc_films_all.txt As cinema, last year’s Democratic National Convention in Denver offered far more drama than the predetermined coronation of a presidential nominee. The four days of celebrity, politics and protest had a colorful cast of characters to rival any Hollywood fiction. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:06:03 -0600