Urban cyclists can bike without worry with the recent launch of Things in Bike Lanes Denver, an app identifying problem areas for riders. The Denver-specific, no-cost iPhone app was developed by BikeDenver and Bicycle Colorado to help cyclists avoid common bike-lane obstacles like parked cars or trash cans.
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Escape the summer heat on the ice at the Ritchie Center. University of Denver’s Learn to Skate program kicks off July 9 and is for all ages and abilities.
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With its recent opening in the historic Dairy Block in LoDo, The Denver Milk Market is quite literally the newest food hall on the block. The one-stop dining destination is the brainchild of veteran chef Frank Bonanno.
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Encourage your kids to keep their noses buried in books with the Youth One Book, One Denver summer reading program. This year’s book selection is “Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus” by Dusti Bowling.
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Our daughters are performing as never before and outperforming boys. But, there’s a disturbing contradiction that parents and teachers should be aware of.
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Celebrate spring (and moms) at opening day of the Union Station Farmers Market on May 12. The producer-only market will have nearly 50 vendors with local fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, cheese, baked goods, prepared foods and more.
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Nature, history, education and conservation combine in one unique place at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge in Commerce City. The 15,000-acre refuge has prairie, wetland and woodland habitats.
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P.A.S.S. Camp at the University of Denver is entering its 25th summer of sports camps for youth – living up to its reputation of being a vibrant tradition for the community.
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Colorado may be known for its booming brewery scene, but the Colorado Spirits Trail is aiming to show people the state is more than just a one-drink town.
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A recently passed moratorium may make Denver’s much-maligned slot homes a thing of the past.
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Ice Castles, LLC, a Utah-based entertainment company, has opened six ice castles this winter. One of them is located in Dillon, Colorado, just over an hour’s drive from Denver.
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While you may already take your pets to the vet regularly, here are three health tips that vets encourage all pet parents to follow:
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From Breckenridge to Great Divide, Denver boasts many great breweries. So it should be no surprise that SmartAsset rated Denver number eight on its list of “The Best Cities for Beer Drinkers – 2017 Edition.”
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Have you dared to drop yet? If not, the lines for the Haunted Mine Drop at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park might be getting a little longer.
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Inspired by beauty of the CU Boulder campus, a group of intrepid builders has recreated it using roughly 1 million Lego bricks.
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Inspired by music legends Jimi Hendrix, David Bowie and Prince a provocative purple will reign supreme in the new year. According to Pantone, widely regarded as the global color experts, ultraviolet is the “color of the year” for 2018.
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The college and scholarship admission process is stressful. To ease the stress and demystify the process, the Boettcher Foundation, which has been providing scholarships in Colorado since 1952, has published a book that shares what search committees are really looking for.
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The stunning Centennial State has its reality show moment as Colorado, cooking and competition take the stage during season 15 of “Top Chef.”
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This season, festive family fun can be found on the slopes of Pikes Peak at Santa’s Workshop North Pole, Colorado.
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Adrenaline junkies in search of a new way to fly down the slopes can now get their thrills sitting down.
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Giving back to the community is a company value that starts from the top down. It’s not only a way to stay civically active for the common good, but it can also be good for business.
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John Shoup splits his time between New Orleans and St. Croix, which still suffers the ravages of hurricanes Irma and Maria. Still without power, the banks are limited in services, making it difficult for islanders to use credit cards or get cash. That’s when the $2 Bill Campaign began.
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I never tire of the gorgeous University of Colorado campus, but Folsom Field has given me a new favorite spot to see my alma mater.
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The start of a new season is always a good time to perform routine home maintenance. Follow these steps to get your home in top shape for fall:
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Renters in Denver better have a fist full of dollars if they want to find housing.
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After two years and nearly $10 million, Denver’s revamped Confluence Park has reopened.
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Spring is a time for renewal, and it seems a fitting time to think about rejuvenating your soul after the cold of winter. Whether this can be found in nature or in a man-made sanctuary, we all thirst for a place to feel peace.
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A starry sky, beer in hand and great music – my kind of night. Fortunately, Colorado offers a variety of outdoor concert venues. Tops is the world-famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre. We usually get general admission – there’s no bad seat – and pack a picnic.
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Nothing beats vine-ripened tomatoes or tender, freshly picked lettuce. But Colorado gardening can be challenging. In my neighborhood (probably yours, too), the bunnies and the clay soil are the primary troublemakers.