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#75 Firefighter Chili Cookoff in Larmier Square – Denver’s 90 Days of Summer

by Vali Hooker on September 6, 2010

in 90 Days of Denver Summer

Friday afternoon in Larimer Square is going to be extra sizzling hot on September 10th so clear your lunch schedule because you now have plans.  Several local firehouses will be cooking up their smokin’ hot red and green chili recipes for you to judge. A few bucks will buy you and bowl of chili and [...]

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#73 Lowry Wine Walk – Denver’s 90 Days of Summer

by Vali Hooker on September 4, 2010

in 90 Days of Denver Summer

On September 11th, 2010 from 6-8PM head down the the Lowry Town Center at 2nd & Quebec for a little evening shopping and wine sipping at the Lowry Wine Walk.   All retail stores will be open late for participants to enjoy the stores and stroll the streets while enjoying wine samples at each store. [...]

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#69 Bunk with the Beasts – Denver’s 90 Days of Summer

by Vali Hooker on August 31, 2010

in 90 Days of Denver Summer

This weekend is the calendar day that signifies the end of summer for many – Labor Day.  But summer isn’t officially over for three weeks after Labor Day and we are lucky enough to have beautiful weather in Denver so that we can continue to enjoy the warm, sweet days. Labor Day is often a time [...]

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#68 Fire Spinners at Confluence Park – Denver’s 90 Days of Summer

by Kimberly Beethe Byers on August 30, 2010

in 90 Days of Denver Summer

Every Sunday and Thursday night for the rest of the summer, as the sun sets, a group of dancers and drummers gather at Confluence Park to play with fire aka fire spinning. They start off by warming up with glow sticks and hula hoops and then switch to the fun stuff, the fire props which [...]

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#67 Artcrank – Denver’s 90 Days of Summer

by Vali Hooker on August 29, 2010

in 90 Days of Denver Summer

Do you like bikes? Do you like local Art?  Artcrank combines the two – Art for Bike People by Local Artists AND it’s affordable.  Original and unique. Bike posters are designs by 57 local artists, each selling 30 for $30.  They will run out so go early to ensure you get your pick.  The show [...]

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#65 Arapahoe Acres Home Tour 2010 – Denver’s 90 Days of Summer

by Vali Hooker on August 27, 2010

in 90 Days of Denver Summer

:: TOMORROW ONLY :: As a midcentury modern home owner and enthusiast this event is close to my heart. The second annual Arapahoe Acres Home & Garden Tour is August 28, 2010 from 1-5PM.  Buy tickets online today for $20 or $25 at the door and for $30 you can have a guided tour. Arapahoe Acres [...]

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#64 Burlesque and Comedy Show at Lannie’s Clocktower Cabaret – Denver’s 90 Days of Summer

by Kimberly Beethe Byers on August 26, 2010

in 90 Days of Denver Summer

Lannie Garrett performing Check out the Naughty Pierre’s Burlesque and Comedy Extravaganza every Thursday at Lannie’s Clocktower Cabaret in downtown Denver. The show features old fashion burlesque from the 20′s and 30′s with a modern twist. Every show includes comedians, torch song singers, puppet shows, belly dancing, magicians and much more…it’s a guaranteed great evening out! The dancing and [...]

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#63 U-Pick Colorado Farms & Orchards – Denver’s 90 Days of Summer

by Vali Hooker on August 25, 2010

in 90 Days of Denver Summer

Yesterday a good friend had us over for a dinner filled with fresh picks from his own garden.  Juicy zebra tomatoes and basil, mixed lettuce in the salads, rainbow carrots and sweet beets filled our plates.  What a delicious way to enjoy the Colorado Summer!  If you would like a taste of some of Colorado’s [...]

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#61 – NEW Mordecai Children’s Garden – Denver’s 90 days of Summer

by Vali Hooker on August 23, 2010

in 90 Days of Denver Summer

Last Monday marked the official opening of the Mordecai Children’s Garden at Denver Botanic Gardens on York St.  This urban oasis for kids is a rooftop garden for touching, smelling, seeing and tasting the outdoor environment.  Vistors are invited to build forts, eat fresh tomatoes, play in the stream and make arts & crafts.  The [...]

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#60 Savory Spice Shop – Denver’s 90 Days of Summer

by Kimberly Beethe Byers on August 22, 2010

in 90 Days of Denver Summer

If you like to cook or just like to eat, you’ll absolutely love the Savory Spice Shop located on Platte Street in downtown Denver.  It’s a quaint little shop that offers sugar and spice and everything nice…there are so many amazing spices, seasonings, extracts, seasonings and more. My hubby and I first tried the Alderwood Smoked Salt on some [...]

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