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Local Events: August thru Early September
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Christie Gosch
Bird Sightings: Male/Female Plumage Differences
Sexual dimorphism in birds refers to plumage, size, and other differences between the sexes. The color differences of the feathers among songbirds can be striking as illustrated by these blue grosbeaks.
Keeping People and Pets Safe During the Summer Heat
A heat advisory on Tuesday, July 30 created the need for cooling centers in Denver. The centers are open during regular business hours at all currently operating recreation centers in the city.
Mobile Visitor Center Stolen from Aurora Bicycle Shop
Bicycles get stolen all the time. This theft is different. The stolen electric bicycle is a $20,000 bike specially designed for Visit Aurora. It was stolen from Hardt Family Cyclery in NW Aurora, and store owner MacKenzie Hardt just wants it back.
Beloved Teacher Retires After 53 Years
Beckwith’s passion in the classroom has been nationally recognized. She was named a 2014 All-Star Teacher by Major League Baseball, and in 2010, her class was selected to help open the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando. “I would have taught forever, but at some point, you have to step aside,” she says.
In-Person Jail Visits for the First Time in 19 Years
The walls of the large room are covered with beautiful murals. Nearby smaller rooms are decorated with images of whimsical Disney characters. This is a welcoming space for families. It’s also a space that’s under the shadow of barred windows inside the Denver County Jail.
Changing the Way We Look at Weeds
One person’s yard menace is another person’s food. Denver Urban Gardens (DUG) has identified five edible weeds commonly found in Denver’s parks, yards, gardens, and sidewalks.
…NE News Updates
This month: 1) New Trees for Northeast Denver; 2) Travel Down Under at the Denver Zoo; 3) East Colfax Neighbors Take on Gun Violence; 4) Supporting the Bears at Stanley Marketplace; and Business Openings and Closings.
Indie Prof: Godzilla Minus One and Kinds of Kindness
The long days of summer are setting in, so here are two films that you can enjoy in the air conditioning—one at home and one in the theater.
A Trip Into Space At Long Last
On May 19, Ed Dwight became the oldest person ever to go into outer space when he rode aboard a Blue Origin rocket for a 10-minute space flight.
A Supportive Community for Synchro Swimmers
The rain cleared and the Central Park Synchro team took their skills to the water during a showcase event in late May.
Local Events July thru early August
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