The Far East Center officially celebrates the Lunar New Year for two days. This year, it’s Saturday & Sunday, February 1 & 2, 2025. Festivities take place in the outdoor parking lot at the Center. But, from January 23 to 28, there will be a Lunar Street Market Fair with vendors in the parking lot. 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 This Saturday & Sunday
La Cache Consignment Shop Holds 50% Off RDF Sale
La Cache is one of Denver hidden treasures and a treasure trove for shoppers. The high-end consignment store deals in antiques, sterling silver, crystal, china, art, jewelry, fine linens, small rugs and vintage furniture. The store is holding another long-anticipated 50% off sale of RDF tagged (Red Door Fund) items in the two Blue Rooms. That’s a lot of color coding for huge savings! [Read more…] about La Cache Consignment Shop Holds 50% Off RDF Sale
Last Chance! Get Tickets Now for Next Denver Zoo Free Day: February 9
As of the morning of February 2, FREE tickets still remain for February 9 for 3 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Mark your calendars to monkey around with family and friends at the Denver Zoo for FREE in 2025. On select Free Days, the Zoo is giving back to the community with FREE tickets. The next free day at Denver Zoo is Sunday, February 9, 2025. Not everyone can come at once…so the Zoo has gone to a first-come, first-served basis for the tickets. Here’s how to score yours. They are released on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. [Read more…] about Last Chance! Get Tickets Now for Next Denver Zoo Free Day: February 9
How to Buy Girl Scout Cookies in Colorado in 2025
Worried about getting your Thin Mint or Tagalong fix? The Girl Scouts have you covered with cookies now available in Colorado. Girls are expanding their sales methods to include online ordering and digital sales, cookie booths and direct shipped delivery. Scouts are taking digital orders now, with in-person sales starting Sunday, February 2, 2025.
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‘Meet’ Harriet Tubman and Louis Armstrong! Black History Live 2025
The 2025 Black History Live! statewide tour will feature the living-history portrayal by scholar/actor Becky Stone of Harriet Tubman or scholar/actor Marvin Jefferson as Louis Armstrong. The portrayals will be performed as a first-person dramatization. A monologue typically runs 40 minutes, followed by 20 minutes of Q&A, first in character and then out of character as the scholar/performer. All shows are FREE. [Read more…] about ‘Meet’ Harriet Tubman and Louis Armstrong! Black History Live 2025
9 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 Wednesday, January 29, 2025, and celebrations last for as long as two weeks. 2025 marks the Year of the Snake (taken from the Chinese zodiac). Those born in 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, and 2025 are intuitive, strategic and intelligent. [Read more…] about 9 Places To Celebrate the Lunar New Year in Denver
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
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 11 to 26, 2025. (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
Free Skiing & Boarding at Ruby Hill Rail Yard. Plus, Free Boards & Boots On Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
The Ruby Hill Rail Yard, Denver’s immensely popular urban terrain park, is back for another winter. You can ski or board in the heart of the city for FREE! It’s open through mid-March, as long as the weather cooperates. Rails, boxes, and features include varying configurations for beginning, intermediate and advanced skiers and boarders.
Northglenn Arts Presents Silent Film Series
Northglenn Arts is launching a Silent Film Series, presented at the Parsons Theatre. Featuring live musical accompaniment by the world-renowned Mont Alto Motion Picture Orchestra, this unique series combines the charm of classic cinema with the dynamic energy of live performance. Films will be screened in February and in May. Tickets start at $7. [Read more…] about Northglenn Arts Presents Silent Film Series
Good Deal! $65 Buys Costco Membership, Plus $20 Digital Costco Shop Card
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Costco Warehouse has to be one of our favorite stores to stock up on household supplies, especially paper goods, bulk groceries and the like. Also, its prices on gasoline are among the lowest in town. Through March 31, 2025, you can get a one-year Costco Gold Star membership for $65. [Read more…] about Good Deal! $65 Buys Costco Membership, Plus $20 Digital Costco Shop Card
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 Wicked, while writing this post.
Save Big! Sam’s Club Membership Deal – Only $25!
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For those who have never shopped at Sam’s Club, now is a good time to start (read on for a special deal!) Part of Walmart, Sam’s Club is a membership warehouse club. Not only do you save on everyday items, but warehouse stores like Sam’s Club offer some of the lowest prices on gasoline. We just came across a Groupon deal for a Sam’s Club membership! For a limited time: Pay $25 for a year’s membership, a savings of 50%! [Read more…] about Save Big! Sam’s Club Membership Deal – Only $25!
MLK Celebrations and Observances in Denver For 2025
On Martin Luther King Day we honor the legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. This year’s official holiday is Monday, January 20, 2025. The weekend prior and on Monday itself, you’ll find peace marches, parades, celebrations, talks, meals and more as the community comes together in a show of unity and service. [Read more…] about MLK Celebrations and Observances in Denver For 2025
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day “Marade” on Monday, Jan. 20. Now Starts at 10:30 a.m.
Due to the frigid weather, the Marade will now start with a short program at 10:30 a.m. near the MLK statue in City Park. The Marade will start at 11 a.m. Post-Marade events have been canceled.Civil Rights Leader Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy is commemorated in Denver with what has grown to be one of the largest MLK Day celebrations in the U.S. — even larger than that of Washington D.C. Among the local events set to honor Dr. King is the annual Marade, on Monday, January 20, 2025, (held rain, snow or shine). [Read more…] about Martin Luther King, Jr. Day “Marade” on Monday, Jan. 20. Now Starts at 10:30 a.m.