Life + Culture

Mayor Lauren Simpson Takes Center Stage

Leading by example Article by Dana Slone | Photography by Rebecca Sloan Photography Arvada Mayor Lauren Simpson, elected on Nov. 7, 2023 to a four-year term, is only the third woman in the city’s long history to serve as mayor and the first in more than 40 years. She’s also the first woman to be directly elected to the role. Simpson is a wife and mother, former city council member, community leader and volunteer, including for the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, the photo shoot...

Health + Wellness

The Mann Method Model

"Get moving, be awesome" on the path to independence Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by Rachel Audette, The Turquoise Camera At Mann Method Physical Therapy and Fitness (MMPT), the ethos of the team's “Get Moving, Be Awesome” is a lesson deeply felt. The team at MMPT specializes in working with children, teens and adults with Down syndrome (DS). For MMPT founder Dr. Sarah Mann, PT, DPT, having a passion for working with members of the DS community began in 2004 with her first...

Style + Beauty

Transforming lives beyond the surface

How Lynette Kotsay Beard mentors aspiring skin care professionals Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by Rebecca Sloan Photography Motivated by difficulties with her own skin, fifteen years ago Lynette Kotsay Beard stepped away from her previous career in journalism and marketing to become a professional esthetician. “I mainly wanted to figure out why I was always breaking out and why the products I was using were not working,” she shared. “I spent so much time and money trying to...

Food + Beverage

A Hidden Gem

Meandering into Marmalade Article by Dana Slone | Photography by Christian Heurta Thinking about where to spend Valentine’s Day with a loved one, or its hipster sister spinoff holiday, Galentine’s Day with pals? Finding this Olde Town Arvada hidden spot offers an oasis of sips to enjoy any night away for any reason. Marmalade Lounge, located at 5665 Olde Wadsworth Boulevard in Arvada, serves up cocktails amid a beautiful backdrop, located just behind and under Clementine’s Salon & Skincare...

Health + Wellness

Inspired Wellness Center

Overcoming health challenges through an integrated approach Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by Rachel Audette, The Turquoise Camera How do you take thousands of years of traditional medicine and incorporate it with modern medical technology? Dr. Jana Royer-Morian and the team at Inspired Wellness Center do just that every day. “I believe our unique approach is beneficial to patients because we do a great job at translating a very old medical model into a modern, research-informed...

Fitness

Sweat, Sculpt, Connect

Arvada Barre Strikes A Chord in Fitness & Community Article by Valerie Bianculli | Photography by Rebecca Sloan Photography Good news, Arvada! In case you didn’t already know, there is a barre studio located right here in town that is not only concerned with getting you in shape, but also a full-blown celebration of movement, connection, and overall wellbeing. If you are in search of an approach to fitness that is tailored specifically to your needs as well as a boost to your mental health...

Health + Wellness

Five Parks Chiropractic

Aligning better patient outcomes through a family-friendly, hands-on and drug-free approach Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by Rachel Audette, The Turquoise Camera “Our bodies are wonderfully made,” shares Dr. Jim Roles of Five Parks Chiropractic in Arvada. “If we take care of what we've been given, we can expect to live a long, prosperous, and healthy life.”  Chiropractic care, which began in the late 1800s, is rooted in neurological science. “The first individual treated was...

Health + Wellness

Waves in Wellness

Meet the Faces Behind Locally-Owned Hydrate IV Bar Article by Valerie Bianculli | Photography by Rachel Audette, The Turquoise Camera Most of us have heard of intravenous therapy. Whether you are a wellness junkie or just an avid “Grey’s Anatomy” fan, vitamin treatments have been exploding in popularity—for good reason. We spoke with Kevin and Nicole Poel, owners of the newly-opened Hydrate IV Bar in Westminster, to explore IV therapy, how their medical expertise led them to this business...

Food + Beverage

Smoothie Bowls

A spoonful of health and wellness for a vitamin-packed breakfast Article by Angela Broockerd | Photography by Janie Jones Smoothie bowls are a great way to add a variety of fruits and vegetables. Top with chia or flax seeds for an extra omega-3 boost, nuts or seeds for added protein, or sliced fruit for additional vitamins and fiber. Including a hint of turmeric or ginger can aid in digestion and has anti-inflammatory properties. Try these recipes or create your own. Enjoy! Citrus Blast Bowl...

Local Services

Meet the Editor

An introduction to the newest Arvada Lifestyle team Article by Dana Slone | Photography by Rebecca Sloan Blanton Hello Arvada! I joined the “Arvada Lifestyle” team recently as its new editor. While my zip code is officially Golden since 2015, my connection to Arvada is omnipresent. I moved to Denver in 2006 and my first time “out” here was searching for a barn to house my horses. I found one; just where 58th meets 93. My regular barn commute showcased daily the area’s evolution: one of growth...