DPS Provides Summer Meals for Students and Community
A chicken sandwich, green beans, and an apple were on the menu for the Denver Public Schools Summer Meal Program, launched to make sure food is available during the summer months, not just for students but all children ages 18 and under.
E-Devices Drive Summertime Surge at the ER
The freedoms of summer directly correlate with a busy season in the emergency room at Children’s Hospital Colorado.
March Against Gun Violence Brings Calls for Healing
Just days after a 14-year-old boy was fatally shot by another teen at the Montbello Recreation Center, community members gathered on East Colfax for a peace march marking National Gun Violence Awareness Day.
March Against Gun Violence Brings Calls for Healing
Just days after a 14-year-old boy was fatally shot by another teen at the Montbello Recreation Center, community members gathered on East Colfax for a peace march marking National Gun Violence Awareness Day.
‘Chainsaw Mama’ Turns a Tree into Art
The roar of a chainsaw echoed through Denver’s Montclair neighborhood in early June as an artist worked on the carving of a 15-foot elm tree trunk. It’s a sound she’s grown used to—Faye Braaten, also known as “Chainsaw Mama,” has been making tree sculptures for 26 years.
Front Porch Updates
This month: Community Leaders Ask for Transparency; Denver Seeks Input on 20-Year Vision for Near Northeast Neighborhoods; End-of-Session Town Hall; A New Market Provides Fresh Locally Grown Produce and More; CatsOnly Veterinary Services Coming to Stanley Marketplace; Juneteenth Quilt Project; and Teacher of the Year Finalist from Northfield High School.
Northfield Athlete Creates Basketball Clinic for Immigrant Children
“I’ve been fortunate enough to have trainers, mentors, and high-level coaches that have helped me. I know that’s not the case with all kids,” Montoya said. “I just want to give back with something I’m personally good at.”
Central Park Family Helps Young Athlete Pursue a Soccer Dream
Andre Erickson was just 15 years old when he left California for Denver to join the Colorado Rapids Academy, a high-level training program designed to develop elite soccer talent. To help athletes relocate, the Rapids operate a homestay program that matches players with local host families.
Walking Book Club Leaves Sitting Behind
A glass of wine, a comfortable chair, and a spirited conversation about a book. That image might come up when thinking about a book club, but not for a new group in Central Park that takes the story discussion on the trail.
Indie Prof: Casablanca and It Was Just an Accident
Considering the slow new movie season, I have a review of another film from the Best International Feature category at this year’s Oscars: “It Was Just an Accident”. And The Cube Cinema Series this month is the classic “Casablanca.”
Local Events: July through Early August
View/add events at FrontPorchNE.com/events. Submissions by the 15th will be considered for the upcoming month’s issue.
Bird Sightings: Swallows’ Nests
Here are examples of nests in which swallows raise their young.
New Community Gathering Space Opens at Stanley Marketplace
After more than a year of construction along Westerly Creek, a long-awaited new gathering space next to Stanley Marketplace in the Central Park neighborhood officially opened to the public on June 19.
Stores and Homes: An Update on Central Park Development
Construction fencing is a common sight in Central Park these days, leading to excitement and questions about new projects in the area.
Opinion: Colorado’s Most Important Election May Be the One You’re Skipping
Every November, Colorado voters turn out in impressive numbers. Every June, a different story unfolds.
A Family Begins an 8-month Journey of Listening and Learning
Inside a family’s Park Hill home they call “the art house,” there’s a computer set up for musical recording, silent auction items lining the entryway, and boxes ready to be packed for an eight-month trip out of the country.
A New Owner Named for Stanley Marketplace
A decade after a group of Central Park residents first imagined a place where neighbors could gather under one roof, Stanley Marketplace is preparing for a major transition: new ownership. The northwest Aurora marketplace and community center is under contract for...
What’s on Your Ballot?
Put in your address, pick the party you are registered with, and see what will be on your 2026 Primary Ballot – Election day is June 30.
Green Simple Living: Seasonal Solutions
The weather of late has been unsettling. The Old Farmer’s Almanac had forecast “above normal” winter temperatures, with normal to near normal precipitation. Unfortunately, as Denverites know, the reality was much starker.
Local Events: June through Early July
View/add events at FrontPorchNE.com/events. Submissions by the 15th will be considered for the upcoming month’s issue.
Artemis I Moon Trees Find a Home at Two Denver Schools
Students at Swigert International School in Central Park and McAuliffe International School in Park Hill recently planted trees with an extraordinary journey written into their roots.
Completion of Westerly Creek Project Opens New Chapter for Stanley Marketplace
At the end of May, the Westerly Creek Project at Stanley will be nearly complete, allowing the City of Aurora to officially hand over the area west of the shopping center to its owners.
Dry Winter Raises Concerns About Wildfire Risk and Drought
Denver’s unusually warm and dry winter has many people worried about the potential for drought and fire danger this summer. At a recent meeting of Lowry United Neighborhoods, Denver Fire Chief Desmond Fulton and Denver Water’s Bea Stratton briefed residents on current conditions and shared tips for how to prepare for the spring and summer months.
A Denver Directory Focused on Saving Money and the Planet
Denver is taking the research out of reusability. The city’s Reuse Business Directory connects people with businesses that help shoppers save money, reduce waste, and positively impact the climate.
2026 Camp Guide
More than 130 camps in eight different categories, including free and low-cost options for your camper this summer.
Volunteering Opportunities
Check out the many volunteer opportunities across the Denver metro area.
Denver Food Resources and Support
Hunger is an invisible issue. The government shutdown has made the problem even worse in metro Denver. Food banks are looking for support to meet the needs of the community and people are stepping up to help. Here are some resources to find food and donate to help.
