January 2018

62 Plaza Dr. | Highlands Ranch | 303-791-0430 | info@highlandsranch.org  

New year, new name
The Metro District's Senior Outreach and 50 & Better Together programs have combined offerings and formed the new Active Adult Programs & Services. Information and referrals to services will continue, as will lifelong learning opportunities and community events. Lunch Bunch and monthly evening activities will also continue.

Watch for new active programming in 2018. Being an active adult simply means including activity in your daily routine. This could be any combination of educational, physical,  social or recreational activities. Active living brings you better health, a sense of well-being and allows you to live well and age well. AAPS is here to help you achieve these goals.

Visit highlandsranch.org/aaps  for information about upcoming programs. 
Pastels workshop
Join fine artist Terrie Lombardi at a three-day Art of the Flower pastels workshop Jan. 24 - 26 at the Highlands Ranch Mansion. The class is open to all levels of students.  
 
During the three days, students will learn and practice composition, values, color and building of pastels, edges and finishing to create rich, expressive floral paintings.
 
Click here to register and see the list of required supplies. 
Resolving to lose a few pounds in the new year?
It's not just about looking good. Even a small amount of weight loss can bring huge health benefits that make us feel better and live independently longer. According to the Arthritis Foundation, some of the benefits of weight loss include:
  • Lessening of inflammation and pain
  • Reduces pressure on joints
  • Risk of chronic illnesses such as diabetes and heart disease decreases
  • Lowers risk of stroke
To learn more about the benefits of losing weight, click here.
Valentine's Day is just around the corner
Join us on Tuesday, February 13 for Valentines at the Mansion. Enjoy coffee and sweet treats, music, dancing and self-guided tours of the Highlands Ranch Mansion. The event is free and open to the public. The event is an open house format and runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
 
Valentines at the Mansion is hosted by the Highlands Ranch Metro District and Active Adult Programs & Services. It is sponsored by South Denver Cardiology Associates, P.C.
 
The Highlands Ranch Mansion is located at 9950 E. Gateway Dr., Highlands Ranch. Click here for directions. 
Benefits of chocolate
Many enjoy giving and/or receiving chocolate on Valentine's Day and it's a good thing because there are many heart healthy benefits of chocolate. According to an article from the Cleveland Clinic, eating chocolate can benefit your cardiovascular system and chocolate's antioxidant-like power helps combat effects on our body from environmental pollution such as cigarette smoke.
 
To learn more about the benefits of chocolate, including what type of chocolate is better for you, read the Cleveland Clinic's full article by clicking here .  
Oat and apple pancakes
Enjoy this delicious pancake recipe from bon appetit which features a serving of whole grains.
  
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Jodie McCann | 720-240-4922 | jmccann@highlandsranch.org
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