Education

Broomfield’s Magical Unicorn of Early Education

Families find a loving community at Bal Swan Children’s Center Article by Kristen Hamm | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography Krash is completely non-verbal and came to Bal Swan per the recommendation of his former childcare center. “They just didn’t have the resources to meet his needs,” his mother, Meagan Krough, laments. Thankfully, Bal Swan is the magical unicorn of early education. Bal Swan lives out its vision of social-emotionally focused, inclusive education. “Everybody wins from...

Arts + Culture

'High Plains Morning'

Local Artist Brings Nature to Life Article by Sarah Schierkolk | Photography by Edward Aldrich Inspired by multiple experiences watching pronghorns in Grand Teton National Park, these incredibly fast animals are also strikingly beautiful in shape and color. With both tan and white patches accentuating their muscular forms, artists alike are mesmerized when glimpses of these animals can be captured.  Edward Aldrich, known as "Ned," is an artist working in oil paints who constantly strives to...

Food + Beverage

Pomegranate Paloma

Impress your date with something that sparkles this Valentine's Day. Article by Sarah Schierkolk | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography Our very own Beltran's Grill mixologist and bar manager, Mike Fetrow, teaches us how to make a sparkly Valentine's Day drink at home for that special someone.  Equipment:  Shaker Tin 2 Tall Collins Glasses 2 Saucer-style plates (or a Rimmer Dish) Jigger Ingredients:  Ice Blanco Tequila Pomegranate Juice Lime Juice Agave Syrup Edible...

Health + Wellness

Waves of Revival

WARNING: Side effects may include finding pain relief and restored energy! Article by Shay Brase | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography Once they became empty nesters, Lisa Schwab’s husband suggested snowbirding in Arizona and enjoying a well-deserved retirement. This sounded like a great (and warm) way to celebrate the next chapter in their lives, but Lisa felt that something else was on the horizon. She had been on her own journey with holistic health, which accelerated after her mother...

Fitness

F.E.A.R.L.E.S.S. Warriors

Overcoming Mental and Physical Obstacles at Warrior Challenge Arena Article by Julie Walker | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography "Coach Kyle! Coach Jared! I did it!!” Imagine a child yelling this from across a busy room full of kids of all ages climbing, jumping and swinging their way through obstacles. The girl is so excited—she simply must tell her coaches what she just accomplished! “Way to go! We knew you could do it,” they holler, grinning from ear to ear, from across the room.  What...

Health + Wellness

A Doctor Who Listens First

True stories: getting "stuck" to get "unstuck" with acupuncture. Article by Christie Sounart | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography When Stephanie Adams was 16, she fell and fractured a vertebrae in her lower back. For 30 years she used conventional medicine to treat her pain, but due to the ramifications of pharmaceutical medications, she was looking for something that could reduce the side effects and lower her expenses.  Adams began attending the Inner Balance practice run by Dr. Bret...

Arts + Culture

Discover Broomfield

A Local Artist's Ties to Japan Photography by Linden Kirby Local Broomfield artist Linden Kirby entered his ”Discover Broomfield” painting (above) into the Broomfield Days poster contest. Although it did not win, Kirby would find his “abstract mosaic,” which depicts 10 different sites of life in and around Broomfield, would later be chosen by a Broomfield delegation and presented to the mayor of Ueda, Nagano, Japan, which is Broomfield’s sister city.  Kirby, a native of Ohio but a Colorado...

Fitness

Egg Roll in a Bowl

All of the flavor of egg rolls without the fried wrapper! Article by Sarah Schierkolk | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography Kaylie and William of Live Well Dood share how to have fun with healthy, anti-inflammatory foods, and build a sustainable lifestyle! A recipe that's ready in 30 minutes and serves 4 is sure to please the whole family. This can be added to your dinner rotation for those busy weeknights but is also perfect for batch cooking!    1 tbsp avocado oil 1/2 white or...

Arts + Culture

A Delightful Dream

Colorado Conservatory of Dance dishes up a tasteful twist on a timeless tradition Article by Kristen Hamm | Photography by Amanda Tipton Photography Lights dim and the excited chatter of the crowd whispers into silence. In the stillness, the audience holds their breath and anticipation grows thick. Then the first sweet notes of the orchestra’s strings sing through the air. Christmas tree lights glow warm from the stage.  Poised dancers release their statuesque holds, and the timeless winter...

Real Estate

Life Through Stained Glass Lenses

How Broomfield’s Robbin Merta’s gifts pour into her family, clients and community Article by Shay Brase | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography Within minutes of chatting with Broomfield resident Robbin Merta, I’d noted the word ‘PASSIONATE’ in all caps. While I expected to first hear about the housing market, the local realtor started talking about holiday traditions, stained glass, and “How are you?”. Robbin is an artist, a mother and wife, a believer in making business enjoyable, and an...