Worried about your car being stolen? There’s a new tool to combat auto thefts. The Denver Police Department (DPD) has launched a new FREE program called DenverTrack. DenverTrack works with any vehicle with an installed tracking device, including factory-installed or after-market devices, and GPS and Bluetooth tracking devices to track stolen vehicles in real time. [Read more…] about Help Fight Car Theft: Let Denver Police Dept. Track Your Stolen Auto
Get Some Free Seeds. Grow Some Stuff. Check Out Longmont Free Seed Library
Gardening doesn’t have to be expensive thanks to the Longmont Public Library’s Free Seed Library, which returns for another growing season. The collection includes unopened, commercial seed packets no more than five years old and is available for FREE to library patrons. It offers a broad assortment of fruit, vegetable, and herb seeds, so every gardener can discover something fun to grow. [Read more…] about Get Some Free Seeds. Grow Some Stuff. Check Out Longmont Free Seed Library
Longmont Library Holds Book Sale
February is a great month to fall in love with a new book. The Friends of the Longmont Library hold their book sale Thursday to Saturday, February 29 to March 2, 2024. The sale is open to the public, with deals to be found on books of all genres for all ages. You can shop on Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday & Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. [Read more…] about Longmont Library Holds Book Sale
Holiday Hours 2024: What’s Open and Closed On Federal Holidays
United States laws currently establishes eleven public holidays for Federal employees. Since most Federal employees work on a Monday through Friday schedule, when a holiday falls on the weekend the holiday usually is observed on Friday if the holiday falls on Saturday or on Monday if the holiday falls on Sunday.
For every federal holiday, many businesses also observe the federal holiday schedule. Of course, for many other employees it’s a regular workday, although often with overtime pay.
Listed below are the businesses that typically close and those that remain open on federal holidays. [Read more…] about Holiday Hours 2024: What’s Open and Closed On Federal Holidays
Free Formal Dresses & Men’s Wear Available at Be Happy Boutique
Young men and women who may not have the opportunity to spend money on formal wear for school dances or other formal occasions are invited to shop for FREE apparel at the Be Happy Boutique at the Streets of Southglenn. The store will be open on Friday, Saturday & Sunday, March 1 to 3 & March 8 to 10, 2024. A large variety of formal wear including dresses and men’s wear (pants, shirts, jackets) are available. [Read more…] about Free Formal Dresses & Men’s Wear Available at Be Happy Boutique
Borrow Pricey Medical Equipment Needed After Surgery Like Wheelchairs For Free
Assistance League of Denver has a wonderful program called Hospital Equipment Lending Program or HELP. The organization purchases new equipment such as wheelchairs, crutches, rolling walkers, commodes, etc. and lend it for FREE to people who are in need after surgery. All they ask is that the equipment be returned when no longer needed. [Read more…] about Borrow Pricey Medical Equipment Needed After Surgery Like Wheelchairs For Free
Where To Buy Handmade Chocolate In The Denver Area For Valentine’s Day
That iconic heart-shaped box of chocolates filling grocery store displays? It may have been produced last summer, as the large manufacturers prepare their candy as much as eight months in advance. Instead, why not splurge on some good local chocolate for Valentine’s Day? We’ve put together a list of artisan chocolatiers in the Denver area, with information on how to place orders. [Read more…] about Where To Buy Handmade Chocolate In The Denver Area For Valentine’s Day
Updated! Valentine’s Day Gifts Under $10, $15 and $20
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As you’re planning Valentine’s Day, there are many ways to show your love for that special someone. We’ve put together a list of Valentine’s Day deals and freebies, low-cost ways to celebrate with the one you love in the Denver area, as well as where to buy locally-made chocolate and how to send Valentine’s Day cards from Loveland. [Read more…] about Updated! Valentine’s Day Gifts Under $10, $15 and $20
10 Places To Celebrate the Lunar New Year in Denver
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Thanks to the lunar (moon cycles) calendar, the Lunar New Year is a bit of a moving target. This year, it begins on Saturday, February 10, 2024, and celebrations last for as long as two weeks. 2024 marks the Year of the Dragon (taken from the Chinese zodiac). Those born in 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, and 2024 are strong and independent. [Read more…] about 10 Places To Celebrate the Lunar New Year in Denver
Swap Your Dog’s Pinch Collar For Free Harness or Collar at Denver Animal Shelter
As we celebrate love in February, Denver Animal Shelter (DAS) wants Denver dog owners to “Harness the Love” for their pets and turn in their pinch, choke chain or shock collars in exchange for fear-free harnesses or Martingale collars. DAS is offering the FREE harnesses or collars for anyone who trades in a pinch, choke, or shock dog collar. The shelter team will expertly fit your dog on site with the new harness or collar. [Read more…] about Swap Your Dog’s Pinch Collar For Free Harness or Collar at Denver Animal Shelter
Free Broadway Show Tunes From Your Computer
Here’s an interesting freebie. Laura, Bryan & Claire are big fans of Broadway musicals, but you don’t have to go to New York City to hear musical theater. AccuBroadway delivers. It’s the first multi-channel Broadway radio station and FREE with no downloading required. Simply go to the website and the choose from more than two-dozen channels from classic to modern shows, or choose between decades or composers. We are listening to Chicago, while writing this post.
Last Day! 7 Ways To Save At The National Western Stock Show
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That cowtown aroma (sweet to many) pervades the city as the National Western Complex returns to its roots hosting cowboys, ranchers and the curious who want to see a steer, or even a buffalo, up-close-and-personal during the National Western Stock Show, January 6 to 21, 2024. (Admit, it you just want to watch the cute little buckaroos compete in mutton bustin’.) Here’s a round-up of ways to save on admission and while you are at the show. [Read more…] about Last Day! 7 Ways To Save At The National Western Stock Show
Denver Art Society Honors Black History Month With Celebratory Evening
The Denver Art Society honors Black History Month on Friday, February 2, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with internationally renowned artist Dr. Thomas E. Lockhart III and photographer Travis Broxton. Rounding out the program is the music of Tiffany Lynn & Friends, liturgical dance by Da’Janai Smith, and the spoken word performances of Bridgette Tolbert and Volleny Bryant. Admission is FREE. [Read more…] about Denver Art Society Honors Black History Month With Celebratory Evening
Far East Center Celebrates Lunar New Year
The Far East Center officially celebrates the Lunar New Year for two days. This year, it’s Saturday & Sunday, February 10 & 11, 2024. Festivities take place in the outdoor parking lot at the Center. But, from February 5 to 9, there will be a Lunar Street Market Pop-Up with eight vendors daily inside Unit #129. You can also shop Truong An Gifts year-round for your Lunar New Year decorations. They stock special flowers, plants, fruits, decorations, red envelopes and much more. [Read more…] about Far East Center Celebrates Lunar New Year
Golden Retrievers Gather In Golden. Join In On The Tail Wagging Fun
Golden Retrievers and their humans are invited to a huge party in — where else? — Golden on Saturday, February 3, 2024. The Goldens in Golden meet-up starts at 11 a.m. near the Golden Visitors Center and Parfet Park at 10th and Washington Avenue. Participating pooches and their people are invited to gather for a FREE dog photo and nab a FREE doggie bag. [Read more…] about Golden Retrievers Gather In Golden. Join In On The Tail Wagging Fun