Palisade peaches, Olathe sweet corn, Rocky Ford melons — Colorado grows a bounty of produce recognized nationwide. And, as anyone who has driven on the Eastern Plains can attest, we are a state that owes its heritage, at least in part, to hardworking farmers. While you can shop “Colorado Proud” in most grocery stores, you can also pick your own fruits and veggies. Some fields are open now, others hold off until later in the season. [Read more…] about 10 Farms and Orchards Where You Can Pick Your Own In 2024
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Baskin-Robbins’ Celebrate 31 Special Offers Sweet Savings Every 31st of the Month in 2024
This is so sweet! Have you heard the latest scoop? Baskin-Robbins’ popular Celebrate 31 special is returning! Baskin-Robbins was founded on one sweet concept: Ice cream should be an everyday treat and there should be a new flavor to enjoy every day. That’s why Baskin-Robbin’s founders, Burt and Irv, launched 31 flavors — so ice cream lovers could lick a new delicious flavor every day of the month. [Read more…] about Baskin-Robbins’ Celebrate 31 Special Offers Sweet Savings Every 31st of the Month in 2024
Today, Friday! Swap Your Plastic Bags for Free Reusable Ones
As of June 1, 2024, retail stores in Denver are no longer able to offer plastic carryout bags to customers at checkout. A great way to get rid of single-use plastic bags is to swap them for a FREE reusable bag. Plastic Bag Swaps are scheduled throughout this summer at various locations. All plastic bags collected at these events will be sent to Trex, a national plastic bag recycling company, and given new life as outdoor furniture.
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Free Huge Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show at National Western Complex
The enormous Denver Mineral, Fossil, Gem and Jewelry Show (and sale) is on for 2024! Wear your walking shoes as the show covers 12 miles of tables in 600,000 square feet of selling space. It features fine mineral specimens, agates, fossils, meteorites, gems, hand-made jewelry, crystals, metaphysical, gold, silver, copper, decorative items, Native American items. [Read more…] about Free Huge Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show at National Western Complex
‘MONOPOLY LIFESIZED: Travel Edition’ is Coming to Denver This Fall — Get Tickets Now!
Get ready to the roll the dice, Denver! The Mile High City has been chosen for the U.S. tour launch of “MONOPOLY LIFESIZED: Travel Edition”. Following its critically acclaimed three-year run-in London, the interactive way to play the world’s favorite family board game will open this fall in DCPA Off-Center’s temporary resident building in Broadway Park. [Read more…] about ‘MONOPOLY LIFESIZED: Travel Edition’ is Coming to Denver This Fall — Get Tickets Now!
Amazon’s Labor Day Sale. Our Top Picks – Updated!
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Amazon has launched its Labor Day Sale with a ton of discounts on apparel, major appliances, furniture, home décor, electronics, toys and more. The sales continue through Monday, September 2, 2024. Here are a few we found intriguing, but feel free to click through any of the items to search for something that appeals. Odds are, if there’s a deal to be found, you’ll find it. [Read more…] about Amazon’s Labor Day Sale. Our Top Picks – Updated!
Where Kids Eat For Free (and Cheap) at Denver & Boulder Restaurants
If you’re looking to stretch your dining dollars, restaurants where kids eat FREE or at a discount is a foolproof way to keep your family budget in check. We contacted every one of these restaurants verify the deals, but keep in mind that they can change their offers at any time. Also, in many cases there were several locations of a restaurant, and when we called them we got varying information. And finally, it’s possible that the person who gave us the information wasn’t 100% sure of the details. [Read more…] about Where Kids Eat For Free (and Cheap) at Denver & Boulder Restaurants
JCPenney Offers Discounted Student Haircuts for Back-to-School
Thanks to Kara W. for sharing this deal with us! Getting ready for back-to-school means lots of shopping and errands for families and that usually includes getting a haircut. And, of course, parents on a budget (and who isn’t) want to get the best savings before their kids sit in the salon chair. Thankfully, JCPenney is cutting the price on student haircuts just in time for the school bell to ring! [Read more…] about JCPenney Offers Discounted Student Haircuts for Back-to-School
Labor Day 2024 in Louisville Includes Huge Parades and Festival
Louisville offers a weekend of relatively low-key Labor Day activities that shift into high gear on Monday, September 2, 2024, itself. In fact, Labor Day is the largest holiday celebration in Louisville. Monday’s activities kick off with a children’s pet parade at 9 a.m. and then the 88th annual Labor Day Parade at 10 a.m., both on Main Street. [Read more…] about Labor Day 2024 in Louisville Includes Huge Parades and Festival
Corn Maze 2024 at Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms
One favorite local attraction is the Corn Maze at Chatfield Farms. Wind your way through seven acres of corn. This year’s maze features a Colorado wild life theme full of fun twists and tricky turns. View the design from two 15-foot tall illuminated bridges. The maze will be open Friday to Sunday from September 20 through October 27, 2024. Tickets are now on sale.
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