COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT

CELEBRATING AND SUPPORTING THE PEOPLE OF ARVADA & WESTMINSTER

One of the top privileges of serving this district is getting to know the incredible people, businesses, organizations, and traditions that define our community.

On this page, I will be highlighting some of the remarkable individuals, institutions, events, and stories that shape our district's character. All new content will be shared in my newsletter, which you can subscribe to here!

Resources, Guides, & Community Interviews:

  • Photo with hand holding a post-it note with handwritten text that says "you are not alone", next to a sketch of a smily face. The note is being held up in front of a background of green grass.

    Mental Health Resources

    Organizations and services that offer mental health and wellness services ranging from crisis intervention to holistic health practices.

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  • Blonde woman smiling and looking over her shoulder towards the camera while painting a vibrant photo of aspen trees

    Artists of Arvada & Westminster

    From painters and sculptors to jewelry makers and potters, this section highlights some of the many gifted artists and crafters right here in our community.

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  • Photo of Arvada citizen Dar-Lon Chang pointing in the distance and speaking to a bicyclist

    Q&A with Sustainability Advocate Dar-Lon Chang

    Meet local sustainability champion Dar-Long Chang, a former ExxonMobil engineer now fighting for an emissions-free future in Arvada's Geos neighborhood.

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  • Photo of a colorful cottage and garden that serves as a clothing boutique

    Shop Small & Local for the Holidays

    Find gift ideas from 20+ independent shops and businesses located in the Arvada/Westminster area.

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  • Photo of a group of volunteers riding a golf cart type vehicle on an open field during an Arvada festival

    Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Volunteer in Arvada

    Read on to discover some meaningful ways you can volunteer your time and talents this season with the City of Arvada!

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Spotlight on Arvada’s Female Entrepreneurs:

  • Photo of Arvada Wellness Collective owner Sophia Sophia Arnesen holding a glass jar and a tool with a flame at the end, seemingly preparing to begin a wellness treatment

    Spotlight on the Olde Town Arvada Wellness Collective

    Q&A with Sophia Arnesen, owner/founder of the Olde Town Arvada Wellness Collective. With a commitment to serving her community, Sophia has woven her extensive background in acupuncture and Chinese medicine into the fabric of Arvada.

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  • Photo of Samantha Silverman, owner of Silver Linings Counseling, smiling on a chair with the Silver Linings Counseling logo next to her

    Spotlight on Silver Linings Counseling

    Q&A with Samantha Silverman, owner of Silver Linings Mental Health, a virtual counseling practice serving clients across Colorado.

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  • Spotlight on Electric Cherry Shop + Studio

    Q&A with Ally Skiba, owner & founder of Electric Cherry Shop + Studios, a vibrant boutique specializing in curated vintage items, vinyl, fine art, & handmade goods.

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  • Spotlight on Native Brush Design

    Q&A with Morgan Sandlin of Native Brush Design, a branding & design firm specializing in nature inspired brands.

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  • Overhead photo of nearly finished painting of a celestial night sky in progress

    Spotlight on Chrissy Sparks Art

    Q&A with Chrissy Sparks, an Arvada artist whose stunning work is inspired by celestial objects, constellations, and the landscapes of Colorado.

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