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Mexican Restaurant Moving Into Former Breakfast King
One of the biggest hits to Denver's diner scene came in January 2022, when Breakfast King closed without warning after nearly fifty years at 1100 South Santa Fe Drive. The building has sat empty ever since and the iconic sign remains, but now there's a new sign up as well: La Reyna Azteca is "coming soon" to the space.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds pet owners, “Don’t turn it loose” following exotic Patagonian Mara sighting
DENVER (KKTV) - CPW reported that they suspect the exotic Patagonian Mara seen in Colorado is an abandoned domesticated pet. Colorado Parks and Wildlife reported that a Patagonian Mara was recently seen in a park in Lakewood. They believed that the Patagonian Mara may have been an illegal domesticated pet that was abandoned by its owners.
"Larger-than-life" glowing sculptures set to dazzle in Denver this summer
The popular 'Bright Nights' event at Denver's Four Mile Historic Park is set to return this summer, bringing 'larger-than-life' artistry to the destination. And those who caught the show last year should know that this year will bring an entirely new collection of installations to the Mile High City. The event is centered around glowing lantern installations, including a "mythical dragon that blows smoke, Colorado wildlife and flowers, a crystal forest with unicorns, and creatures from Chinese mythology." ...
Fun garage sale at the DMNS museum shop!
Discover incredible deals and unique finds at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science’s Museum Shop Garage Sale! Whether you’re a science enthusiast, a curious mind or simply looking for the perfect gift, this sale has something for everyone. Friday, July 26 | 9 a.m. Begins at 8...
Colorado’s best family hikes with views within an hour of Denver
There’s no better way to explore our backyard than on foot! Denver offers numerous hiking trails with stunning views, ranging from easy to challenging and we’ve rounded up some of our favorites with the best views. Be sure to scroll down for even more tips on hiking with kids near Denver and don’t miss Denver hikes the whole family will love and Best Easy Day Hikes Denver.
Remember How Boulder Was Involved in a Big Soda Flop?
Many who live in Colorado are health conscious; people who live in Boulder are more so. To think that Boulder would be involved in a soda, is remarkable on its own. On one hand, finding out that Boulder was involved in a horrible soda hitting the market and then failing, does sound better than if the soda would have been a hit. What would people think, today, of Boulder helping a soda company "win?"
Photos: The Monthly French Bulldog Meetup in Conifer
We could all use a bit of a timeline cleanser after this past weekend. On Sunday, July 14, in Conifer, the Denver Frenchie Meetup Facebook group hosted its monthly gathering away from the scorching heat in the city. About 25 French Bulldogs and their owners enjoyed an afternoon of running around, making pup pals and eating treats. Take a look at the fun below:
2 Denver Bars Make Esquire’s ‘Best in America’ for 2024
When planning a special night out in Denver, hitting up a great bar can make that night perfect. Esquire magazine has a couple from the Mile High City on their list of the best bars you can find in the U.S. To be on the list, the bar has to...
PROF Blows Roof Off Denver’s Mission Ballroom Hours After Dropping “Pain Salesmen”
The Minneapolis-bred artist just made a stop at Denver’s Mission Ballroom with Yelawolf and new Slumerican signee Cowboy Killer on Friday (July 12). Minneapolis-bred artist PROF is mid-tour and just made a stop with Yelawolf and new Slumerican signee Cowboy Killer on Friday (July 12) at Denver’s Mission Ballroom, where he put on what he believes was one of his “top five shows of all time.” Mere hours before, he dropped another new single called “Pain Salesmen” featuring rapper/producer Ren.
Shine Music Festival Returns to Denver with Exciting New Additions for 2024
Shine Music is thrilled to announce the fourth annual Shine Music Festival, set to take place on August 24, 2024, at ReelWorks Denver. This year's lineup features the incredible talents of Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Neal Evans Fro Down, The Copper Children, and many more. “There truly is magic...
What’s Blooming Along Golden’s Trails? Buffalo Grass!
Now that it is getting a little warm (Ha!), we can talk about how we have two very distinct groups of grasses in Golden: cool season and warm season. Cool and warm season grasses have different metabolisms. Cool season grasses form chains of three carbon atoms and are called C3 grasses. Warm season grasses on the other hand form chains of four carbon atoms and are called C4 grasses.
Yacht Club sailed into illume Rooftop Restaurant for an epic nerd bar takeover
As the sun set over the Disney tourist district, guests at illume Rooftop Restaurant were swept away on one momentous evening. Beyond the delicate cherry blossoms that welcome guests off the elevator, fun, frivolity, and a touch of the fantastic awaited. While the sailor hats might have been a good indication, that come sail away moment was more than just a simple nighttime cruise to a award winning libation. This Yacht Club does not require a membership, but it asks that guests leave that pretentious vibe on the shore.
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