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.
In-Person Jail Visits for the First Time in 19 Years
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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.
Running Clubs Dash to Popularity Post-Pandemic
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The popularity of running clubs has exploded in cities across the nation in recent years, and Denver is no exception.
Local Business Owners Brew Up a Community Connection
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He brews the beer that goes in the can. She creates the beautiful imagery on the outside of the can. Amy and Ross Koenigs met on a Frisbee team, married in 2016, and one year ago opened Second Dawn Brewing in Northwest Aurora, a brewery that works to bring people together.
A Wonder Wander Walk at Bluff Lake
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It’s not that easy to slow down along MLK Jr. Blvd., but that’s just what you’ll need to do if you head to Bluff Lake Nature Center for “Nature Wonder Wanders.”
Denver Painter Brings Local Scenes To Life
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Sporting a wide-brimmed hat and a large paintbrush, artist Ed Natan can often be found on Colfax Avenue, South Broadway, in the Uptown neighborhood, or in one of Denver’s municipal parks, chatting with locals or tourists as he creates vivid watercolor paintings of some of the city’s most iconic street scenes.
Risks of Benzene Emissions from Gas Stations
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SUN, as stated in the November SUN Spot, has taken an official position opposing the 14-pump gas station in Eastbridge.
Landscaping Your Hell Strip
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The strip of lawn between the sidewalk and the street is often neglected, but according to guest writer Sarah Christian, can have aesthetic potential with the right design.
Cultural Travel: Dominican Republic With Kids
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It’s our first international trip as a family of four. The Dominican Republic seems like a good fit.