Life on Capitol Hill - April 2018

04 18 ST. ANDREW’S MISSION RAISES NEIGHBORS’ IRE

By Lucy Graca Controversy continues to swirl around the plans of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church to provide housing to homeless and mentally ill people. The church is located in the Clement Historic District and near the epicenter of Denver’s homeless population and the many service organizations attempting to provide shelter, support and treatment facilities.

Currently, the church plans to partner with Mental Health Centers of Denver (MHCD) to erect Glenarm Commons in its parking lot: four-stories and 48 units of “permanent supportive housing” for homeless, mentally handicapped residents.

“The feedback has been mostly positive, and we are in the process of collecting letters of support from the Registered Neighborhood Organizations (RNOs). … We are committed to having this building integrate seamlessly into the neighborhood,” said St. Andrew’s spokesperson Ally Dodge.

MHCD’s spokesperson, Karen Prestia, agreed. “Residents of Glenarm Commons will be able to live, work, learn and participate fully in their neighborhood. The building will also offer space for the community.” The costs of construction will be financed through a mix of public funding and by MHCD. Prestia anticipates monthly rents will be subsidized through Housing Choice Vouchers.

MHCD says residents would sign a one-year lease, paying 30 percent of their total monthly income, and will be held accountable for their own and their visitors’ behavior. The building will not offer treatment services but will

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Protesters descend on Civic Center Park in downtown Denver March 24, to participate in the March for Our Lives. The student-led rally and march called on lawmakers to end gun violence. Photo by Kevin Ryan. include offices and meeting rooms for the church.

However, the Jan. 30 meeting of the Uptown Urban Design Forum, which covers the Clement Historic District and is one of the members of Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods (CHUN), turned ugly when the church unveiled its plans for the center. Neighbors objected based on the facility’s location within sight of two public schools. Others feel the proposed complex will land in an area many believe is already oversaturated with social service facilities.

As an example, neighbor Ted Freeman enumer-

ated 11 other facilities within two or three blocks of St. Andrew’s, including transitional and supportive housing for an estimated 550 people, and homeless shelters, substance abuse and mental health treatment centers serving thousands more.

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EAST HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AND STAFF HELP DPS REDUCE ITS ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

By Kevin Ryan Solar panels on the roof of the East High School gym are part of the view from Sean McCarthy’s classroom. McCarthy, a special education teacher, says that he first noticed the city’s purple recycling bins at another Denver Public Schools (DPS) school in North Denver a couple years ago. The panels and the bins inspired McCarthy and others to start a recycling program at East. McCarthy was able to get his hands on a few recycling bins and place them strategi-

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cally around the school. Soon after, McCarthy recognized an opportunity to get his students involved and started what he calls his “Green Team” (not related to the DPS Department of Sustainability program).

McCarthy chuckles when pointing out that it seemed a lot of people in the building didn’t really know how to recycle when the program first started.

He and his class set out to educate East by creating a humorous promo video where students identify recyclable items and demonstrate putting them in a proper receptacle. The video was a hit and now McCarthy’s

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“Green Team” of three to five students make rounds every Thursday to pick up recycling bins from each classroom.

The recycling program also creates educational opportunities in McCarthy’s classroom.

In addition to lessons around recycling, students can engage in a hands-on, cause-and-effect scenario each week. But the thing McCarthy is proudest of is observing his students gaining CONTINUED ON 8

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LIFE • APRIL 2018

REPRESENTATIVE Publishers Jill Farschman Jay Farschman Editor Haines Eason Associate Editor Jason McKinney Advertising Jill Farschman Alecia Duncan Operations & Creative Manager Calendar Editor Alecia Duncan Photographers Haines Eason Kevin Ryan Writers Liz Clift, D. Todd Clough, Haines Eason, Ezra Goren, Lucy Graca, Peter Jones, Stacey McDole, Jason McKinney Debbie Ortega, Kevin Ryan, J.L. Schultheis-Price

Prioritizing local hires on City projects

By Debbie Ortega, Denver City Council, At-Large The economic boom Denver is experiencing has improved the lives of many residents, but that benefit has been uneven. Unemployment is at historic lows in most of the metro area, but there are certain neighborhoods that have been left out of this growth. These same neighborhoods are being asked to shoulder the burden of unprecedented construction and change. How can we harness economic forces to improve equity and prosperity as our city grows?

Our city does a good job of investing in and constructing new buildings and infrastructure, but with today’s cost of living in Denver we need to think about more than concrete and rebar—we need to focus on building career pathways for people working on city projects. I want the city’s local hire priorities to rely on the skills and

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Dear Readers, It does not often happen that I am lost for words, but in this moment, I find myself struggling to begin. Being a fan of open-ended journeys and writers who attempt to capture the experience of them, I guess I’ll “begin at the beginning,” as Lewis Carroll once penned.

I am at a beginning and an end: these April issues of the Washington Park Profile and Life on Capitol Hill will be my last. I am stepping down as editor effective April 8. My wife and I leave for Kansas as of April 10. The beginning?

We are expecting a child in August, and I have accepted employment at the University of Kansas. I begin work there as a communications coordinator April 16. Lots of beginnings…

Denver was a site of many beginnings for my wife and me. It was the site of many endings, too. We resettled here after a stint in the Peace

work ethic of folks in low-income communities and connect them to careers via apprenticeships with skilled trades.

Workforce training on city projects will benefit individuals, their families and their neighborhoods. It will also help the economy of the entire city and address the shortage of skilled trade workers.

I believe local hire goals for the I-70 expansion, National Western Center and other city projects are vital to the families impacted by these large projects. I was at the table since day one to ensure collaboration among stakeholders and to make sure the I-70 project had a specific, robust local hire component. CDOT, in partnership with the Community College of Denver, has established a collaborative to provide pre-employment assistance, apprenticeship training and other support to connect people with jobs on the I-70 project.

The collaborative effort bringing together local hire efforts is called WORKNOW, a living partnership through the Colorado Resource Partners. WORKNOW supports community-centered hiring on regional infrastructure projects such as the Central 70 project. The role of WORKNOW is to provide outreach, resources, assessments, training

and career development contacts.

This isn’t about one-time construction jobs on city projects, it’s about providing the training people need to build a career. My goal in championing local hire is to create a seamless system for job seekers, contractors and government agencies involved in reporting/tracking data. In order to measure the success of these programs, we must set goals for targeted local hire on city projects. The I-70 expansion includes a 20 percent local hire goal. That means that 20 percent of the huge quantity of jobs on the project will help folks from Globeville to Montbello gain valuable and in-demand skills.

Denver needs to adopt this model and set goals for targeted hire on the National Western redevelopment, city bond projects and DIA projects.

Getting the word out about these job opportunities is a critical component. The best form of outreach is positive word of mouth between family members and neighbors sharing stories of their success at training facilities and on construction projects. If you live along the I-70 corridor and seek an opportunity to expand your skills and earning ability, please contact WORKNOW at 720-389- 0999 or visit worknow.org.

Corps cut short by trauma experienced during service. We chose Denver as, in my wife’s words, a place where we could “continue our adventure.”

Denver is where we attempted to, and were mostly successful in, laying down our trauma. It is where we found new professional lives. It has been the most welcoming city in which we have ever lived. I say so unconditionally.

I have not explained, though, why it is we are leaving. We are leaving for the simple fact that we cannot afford to stay. My wife and I both have fantastic jobs—dream jobs—but hers will not pay her during maternity leave, and mine cannot solely sustain us. And then, after? We would be working to pay the sitter who we must hire so we both may work… Rather circuitous.

I imagine a raft of debt to follow. So, we are choosing to relocate nearer to family, which we have in abundance in the Lawrence, Kansas, and Kansas City region, where the University of Kansas is located. And we are choosing a slower pace. And, frankly, I am choosing a job that will let us spend more time with our children and less working to pay bills.

I say the previous words without anger or resentment. I am grateful to Denver for all it has given us. But I

am sad at what I believe the city has become: a place where building equity through home ownership is more and more a dream than a possibility, a place where commutes grow longer by the day and a place where essential services for those in need have long been strained beyond effectiveness.

What right do I have to speak to our social services net here in Denver? My wife is a case manager working with brain injury survivors transitioning out of the regional jail population, and, before I was an editor I was a counselor at South and West High Schools working with at-risk youth...

But I digress. The dream of Denver is the dream of the west and I believe that dream is still viable; I choose to see this time as one of transition rather than any end. I, like Councilman Paul Kashmann, with whom I speak frequently, am an optimist. But, as he said in a recent conversation, if he had to buy a home today, he would find himself—a Denver city councilman, mind you—priced out. Most of the writers with whom I have been privileged to work these past years were long ago priced out. And they both write and have day jobs… And, many

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DEVELOPMENT Every month, LIFE will provide answers to the community’s burning questions about new and ongoing developments. If there is a pile of dirt you’re curious about, or if you want to know how much longer your street parking will be sacrificed during construction, email Stacey McDole at capitolhill303@gmail. com. She’ll do the investigation for you and report back. ________________________________________

630 E. 16th Ave. – 16th Avenue & Washington Street

An apartment building on the corner of 16th Avenue and Washington Street, historically known as the Essex Apartments and more recently as the Denver International Hostel, is getting the treatment it deserves after years of neglect.

Denver-based GM Development recognized the gem-in-the-rough and purchased the property for $2.1 million, according to property records.

Built in 1908 and designed by Denver’s beloved architect William E. Fisher, it was prime for restoration. GM Development, who has met with Historic Denver and History of Colorado/ State, intends to restore it as close to its original state as possible. The group has also submitted plans to the National Park Service so that standards for renovation are met.

“We enjoy preserving the fabric of our cities with unique buildings like this one that was designed by Fisher and Fisher,” said Ben Gearhart, principal of GM Development. “We are working to put this on the National Register of Historic places, and have already received our Part I and Part II approvals through the National Park Service.”

The project’s expected completion date is October 2018. Of the available apartments, which will include one-and two-bedroom units, 50 percent will be long-term market rate rentals, 50 per-

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of them are those elusive Colorado natives one hears of but rarely meets.

Friends I am not bitter, but I am sad.

And, I am a touch scared for the future of this great country. But, I remain hopeful. Returning my focus to Denver, I can say with certainty we’ll always have the mountains, even if they can’t be seen from Kansas. We’ll always have the potential the mountains represent; they’ll always inspire. Maybe Denver will build up to effect affordability, maybe it will eventually build the best public transit system in these United States... Who knows: maybe Denver and Colorado will figure out how to tax at a rate that pays for essential

cent short-term rentals. Both unit styles will have modern amenities without disrupting any historic features. A B&B is also planned for the west wing of the building. The original porches on the north facade will be rebuilt to their original architectural design.

This is GM’s fifth historic development project, but its first one in Denver.

Past local projects have been new construction.

“We are always looking for historic buildings to renovate and bring back to their original use, character and story,” said Gearhart.

For more information regarding this project, follow Historic Denver on Facebook or visit the developer’s website at gmdevco.com.

The Element Hotel – 13th Avenue & Elati Street

A new hotel is breaking ground in the Golden Triangle district.

Element Denver Downtown— located on Elati Street and 13th Avenue and part of the Starwood/Marriott family of hotels—will feature 157 extended stay guest rooms in a seven-story structure. While many Starwood/Marriott hotels dot Metro Denver, this is only the second Element hotel. Park Meadows is home to the first.

The $40 million hotel will feature the usual fare: a fitness center, conference room, bar/lounge, an outdoor patio and parking garage on the ground floor. The second level will house parking for 72 valet-only parking spaces.

Levels three through seven will be hotel rooms. An outdoor terrace and conference center will top the building.

The Element brand is “designed for today’s healthy, active traveler,” per a Beck Company press release supplied

by Nicole Fatchaline, marketing director of the Beck Group. “Element hotels are built to be green from the ground up and employ a natural color palette, giving each hotel an organic openness that matches the architecture and weightless feeling of the space,” according to Marriott’s website.

The development team is comprised of two Colorado based developers, H&H Hotels and Alliance Investments, as

well as equity partner, the Promanas Group, a Michigan based Company. The LEED Certified hotel was designed and is being constructed by The Beck Group.

Security Service Federal Credit Union will be providing debt financing for the project.

The property formerly known as Emerson Place

The only way to avoid any news regarding the devastating fire at 18th Avenue and Grant Street is to have been living off the grid in the mountains. What was to be a new, five-story apartment building at 1833 Emerson St. is no more.

Previously named Emerson Place, developed by Allante Properties, the PR firm handling crisis management for the developer has no comment. Hopefully by next month’s issue, the investigations will be complete and some news as to what the developer will do with the property will surface.

Stay tuned as the story is still developing.

The building at 16th Avenue and Washington Street, formerly the Denver International Hostel, is getting some new attention.

The cause of the fire that destroyed this building under construction at 1833 Emerson St. is still unknown. Two construction workers, Roberto Prieto, 29, and Dustin Update on the Peterson, 37, were killed in the fire. A Kirkland’s original loca- GoFundMe campaign for costs associated tion – 13th Avenue & with Peterson's funeral can be found at Pearl Street gofundme.com/dustin-petersons-funeral.

Foundation is being laid on Photos by Haines Eason. the property the Kirkland Studio left behind. The museum is building The museum sold an auxiliary an additional structure for the muse- building located on the north side of um’s private use and will remain under the intersection to Kentro Group LLC Kirkland ownership, according to Renee in October 2017. A recent follow up Albiston, Marketing & Outreach Man- with the developer procured no update ager of the Kirkland Museum of Fine & regarding the structure, other than the Decorative Art. group is still looking for a tenant.

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and very much needed infrastructure and services. We can always aspire.

And I will always say we. And, I believe Colorado is an aspirational state, which returns me to hope. This is why I hope.

We all came here hoping. My wife and I are leaving this great city and state not only with that hope in tow, we leave bettered. We have grown; we have “been grown”; we have been given opportunities. I wish you all further opportunity and growth. I hope you continue to be good to the newcomers.

I wish you all, readers, all the very best.

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Cherry Creek has a new boutique called Denver Darling that focuses on unique attire for young women with busy lifestyles.

BUSINESS Column and photos by J.L. Schultheis Price

OPENINGS The past 30 days have brought new eats and creative sweets on the LIFE beat.

A taco joint, a new Uptown sports bar and a pair of bakeries opened their doors. So dig in. Hint: You might want to bring a spare fork to sample the other plates at your table.

MACHETE COLFAX

A third Machete Tequila + Tacos is now dishing up Mexican eats for Denverites. The space at 3570 E. Colfax Ave. is the company’s largest and perhaps most ambitious venture.

I’ve dined at Machete no. 1 in Cherry Creek North (CCN) and ogled their terraced patio, but I’ve never visited no. 2 across from Union Station downtown so I wasn’t quite prepared for the evolution of Machete’s décor.

Here at no. 3, there are dancing skeletons and papier-mâché masks leering from above the bar so it’s reminiscent of Mexico’s Dia de los Muertos celebration 365 days a year.

The area is split into two dining areas.

There’s also a more-than-ample outdoor patio complete with fire pit, making #3 the largest Machete venture to date.

The CCN location opened in 2011 and I covered that debut. Now, City Park and Congress Park residents can walk

a short distance to sample Mexico City street tacos and hand-crafted margaritas. That’s where the menu begins but it doesn’t end there.

There are also a variety of quesadillas and starters. Another difference between the three locations is the number of taps behind the bar. Dive into the details at machetedenver.com.

STONEY’S UPTOWN JOINT

There’s also new life inside 1035 E. 17th Ave.—an address that previously housed a Mexican eatery and a Scottish bar and pub.

Stoney’s Uptown is the expansion for another popular, homegrown concept.

Stoney’s on Lincoln Street is a well-established sports bar with a New Orleans flair.

It covers 18,000 square feet on the corner at East 11th Avenue.

Owner Stoney Jesseph said he’s always been scouting for an expansion space.

“When this space was available, we did some research in Uptown and found that something like us was needed in the neighborhood,” he said.

Early indicators say he was correct.

“There is always a risk of cannibalizing ourselves, but so far we are not seeing tons of Stoney’s regulars (at the second location). We are meeting great new people from the Uptown and surrounding neighborhoods.”

The Uptown space is a mere 5,000 square feet. Jesseph said it has a cozier feel but there are 32 flat screens covering the space so there’s not a bad seat in the house.

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Strange faces above the bar leer at customers checking out Machete Tequila + Tacos’ third location on E. Colfax Ave. about a week after opening to the public.

Unlike Machete, Stoney’s has maintained a consistency in décor, utilizing a Colorado theme with skis, snowboards and outdoor gear on display.

Stoney’s #1 features food with a southwestern vibe; the Uptown spot leans toward Italian pub fare. In addition to burgers and sandwiches, the new space features flatbreads and a trio of soups daily. Uptown, with 20 beers on tap, will also host weekend brunch, unlike its big sister location.

Check out their list of upcoming events and sports bashes at stoneysuptown.com.

FRENCH FOR SUGAR

Here’s a slice of something to sample.

There is a brand new, Euro bakery and events center. It fronts onto Marion Street but the address is 1201 E. Colfax Ave. After six years in the catering business, this is the first brick and mortar location for owner Michelle Hadden-Weekley.

The façade speaks perfect French. It’s painted an exacting color of pink you’d immediately associate with a French patisserie but you’ll also find scones and other sweet breads on the morning menu.

This summer, a patio should debut along Marion but customers can already sit indoors and sample the wares with some café au lait or climb up four or five steps to the dining level that overlooks the bakery counter. This second space is Le Rêve, an events area able to seat 37 in its French-inspired salon.

Le Rêve is French for “the dream.”

After delivering her creations to countless venues around town and viewing spaces available for events, Hadden-Weekley decided to seek a space that would let her host baby showers, bridal showers, small birthday parties, intimate dinners and other small gatherings.

Chandeliers illuminate the space.

You’ll fall in love with the one sporting pink and white, striped, mini lampshades.

It’s perfect.

High Tea will be hosted on the first Sunday of each month, beginning in June.

Hadden-Weekley’s relatives hail from the United Kingdom so that’s always been part of her plan. It will be by reservation only and include her house made lemon curd.

Eventually there will be a wine license to pair dessert wines with baked goods but for now, non-alcoholic beverages rule with beans from local Copper Door Roasters and Teakoe teas.

Hadden-Weekley began the business one day while tinkering with graphic designs. Sprinkles, the kitty on the front windows of the shop was born. Choosing

a logo before finalizing a business plan is a rather unique approach.

No, they don’t make cat treats. They do however continue to make custom cakes for special events in addition to individual portions for diners.

“Luckily, we have grown the business to a point where I looked at my husband one day and told him, “Either we open a shop, or we need to do something else because this is becoming too much!” she explained. “A great problem to have. We decided then and there to start looking for the perfect space.

“As a native of Denver, Capitol Hill has always been one of my most favorite places in the whole city. It has so many good memories, so much character and charm, the people in the neighborhood are great and the pocket where our shop now sits is such an amazing area.”

The focus on cakes is twofold. First, it must look gorgeous and yield the perfect colors for the occasion but taste counts just as much.

“I think my core customer base has come to enjoy and expect that from me, so in addition to making them things that look good, I always want to make sure that they taste good as well.”

Currently, the shop is open Tuesday-Sunday. Special events times vary so, on occasion, the bakery will close early to host a private event. You can browse the details at Frenchforsugar.com.

LI’S BAKERY

Venezuelan sweets are abundant at Li’s Bakery further east on Colfax Avenue near Marczyk’s.

This shop at 5038 Colfax Avenue makes a fantastic alfajores. If you’re unfamiliar with this melt-in-your-mouth cookie sandwich filled with dulce de leche cream, don’t dawdle. Run over to Li’s and buy a quartet. They’re both affordable and delectable.

Li’s head baker, Ysbely Salazar, hails from Venezuela, bringing 15 years of experience to the job. Here, too, custom occasion cakes are a focus. The shop offers gluten free or sugar free cakes in addition to their sugary recipes. Again, the street location comes after years of catering success.

Several signature cakes are available by the slice. The zucchini cake with fresh fruits caught my eye and the many-layered chocolate stack is mighty tempting.

Macaroons are also whipped up daily, another affordable splurge. In addition to towering cakes, the shop sells Venezuelan candies and carved cake toppers to decorate homemade creations.

Savory treats on the menu include several corn arepas stuffed with a vari-

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The façade of French for Sugar is that perfect shade of pink to evoke visions of sweet treats and special events.

A pastry chef puts the finishing touches on Li’s Bakery cookie sandwiches that melt in your mouth.

ety of fillings, and multiple bread rolls including a cream cheese and guava combination.

Salazar will offer baking classes on Sunday and Monday for the community.

Call 720-253-7978 for details or check out lisbakery.com. The site features pages in both Spanish and English.

use include a house-made tonic. Archetype also offers tours and cocktail classes.

Most are fee-based.

Archetype Distillery is open at 4:00p.m. Tuesday-Saturday.

A custom pie and a pint of any beer are featured for just $9.99. Pieology is known for its unlimited toppings approach, so pile it on.

BIGSBY’S FOLLY

If you’re strolling up East 17th Avenue near Vine Street this weekend, you might see folks in yoga pants assuming yoga poses.

Vine Street Brewing sponsors a 10:00a.m. yoga class on Saturdays and you won’t have to walk far to lunch from there.

DENVER DARLING

After launching a successful fashion blog, what’s next? I have no clue but the gal behind Denver Darling, a blog that’s now several years old, has opened her first physical store at 2432 E. Third Ave. in CCN. Nora’s Retro was the last tenant in this old house. Blogger Abby Miller and biz partner, Molly Fortune, set out to create a place that focuses on the classic, feminine, sophisticated clothing they both love wearing.

Accessible price points and gift options were woven into the business plan. If you’re shopping for a dress for an event, you can grab a gift here, too. Voila!

One stop and you’re done.

“We developed the concept over countless brunches and happy hours and always saw it as kind of a farfetched idea,” Miller writes.

Now the duo gear their venture towards young women with a busy lifestyle.

Fortune explains that they do much of their shopping out of state at shows so the brands they carry are often unique.

“We have brands that a lot of people won’t know,” Fortune said. Women’s sizes in stock run from zero to 14. Check out Miller’s advice at denverdarling.com.

dancer.

Brockman offers a unique approach to dance lessons; it’s not just about the waltz. There are lessons for Country Western, Latin, Salsa, Merengue, Rhumba, Tango, Foxtrot, Viennese Waltz and the Quick Step, too. Both private and group lessons are available.

“The thing that’s most unique about our industry is that a lot of people come in to learn to dance but they find it’s great stress relief, a great date night and a great way to keep your brain active. It’s a way to invest in yourself,” Brockman said.

Several Latin fitness classes are also offered weekly. AbunDANCE is a special class geared toward women. It’s designed to “empower, inspire, and align” women through dance.

Her studio is located at 300 Josephine St. on the second level. The web address is ballroomandbeyond.net.

I LOVE KICKBOXING

The boxing fitness program has launched a new location at 675 22nd St. near downtown. It sits between California and Welton streets near the Mercury Café.

Opening specials are in full swing and they include your first pair of gloves.

Classes are offered Monday-Saturday.

There’s usually one at lunchtime and another in the early evening. Call 720724-7840 or check out ilovekickboxing. com.

EAST TAO RAMEN ASIAN BISTRO

The secrecy surrounding the east end of the Cherry Creek mall is lifting as the former Safeway/Rite Aid spaces undergo renovations.

Macy’s Furniture Store and the Container Store will relocate to these new footprints in the near future.

Only Brio restaurant, Elway’s and Boulder Running Company remain as tenants on the west side. Plans for that end of the complex are not in development yet.

Another Asian eatery is taking a run at the oft-vacant space at 955 Lincoln St. in the Beauvallon complex. This one is dubbed East Tao. The menu is heavy on ramen with over a dozen varieties. Mondays, ramen lunch is just $8.88.

Other dishes offered include Kung Pao chicken, sweet and sour shrimp, or Za Jiang Mian, a noodle dish with ground pork sauce, cucumbers, carrots and sprouts. One thing that’s not on the menu is MSG. Thai offerings round out the menu.

You can soak up sake from 2:30p.m.6:00p.m. for $1.99 a glass. Orders To Go can be placed at 720-667-1190. Learn things at easttaodenver.com.

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Just circling around to write up Ballroom & Beyond, a dance studio that opened in CCN last spring. I recently stumbled upon this one but better late than never is my thought process.

B&B is the passion of Jaki Brockman, who spent her youth doing homework in her parents’ Colorado Springs dance studio. She’s also a competitive ballroom

The former Kitty’s South performance hall at 119 S. Broadway has completed its metamorphosis. Archetype Distillery is now the occupant of this iconic space and the founders have executed a two-story tasting room to showcase their wares.

Currently, the distillery is crafting gin and vodka. Other cocktail ingredients in

Don’t miss a chance to check out Bigsby’s Folly next door. It’s a craft winery that opened a while ago. You can take a tour or join a custom blending session to learn more about the world of wine.

Bigsby’s team has curated a number of wines from around the globe but they also bottle and sell their own blends.

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CAFÉ MIRIAM

The crepe pans are sizzling at Café Miriam after a menu expansion added these thin pancakes stuffed with savory or sweet fillings.

Menu offerings include a shrimp and tomato combo, a marinated chicken dish and several sweet pairings that incorporate fresh fruit, Nutella, ice cream or other ingredients. Gluten-free crepes are also available.

These delicacies are served during regular business hours. Call 713-4128468 for info. 2217 E. 21st Ave. in City Park West is the café’s address. It’s a great place to celebrate National Croissant Day, too. Mark your calendar for January 30, 2019.

PIEOLOGY

The new ‘baked in a flash’ pizza space at East 11th Avenue and Broadway behind Burger Fi has a cure for the evening blues.

Pieology is featuring Pie & a Pint after 4:00p.m. weekdays and all day weekends.

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Looking for a novel way to celebrate Earth Day 2018? Let’ Em Have it Salon in Uptown invites you to experience a planet-friendly hair treatment.

It’s been over two years since owner Fallene Wells and her team started the journey to be a better business steward.

Sustainability, community, and worker involvement are several of BCorp’s guiding principles.

Let ‘Em Have It is the third salon in the world to be certified as a BCorporation.

“We are so proud of the work that we’re doing to create a more sustainable and socially responsible salon,” said Wells.

The salon is wind and solar powered.

Their address is 490 E. 20th Ave.

BYBLOS MEDITERRANEAN CAFÉ

The healthful Greek and Lebanese café at 400 Corona St. has added delivery to their concept. A number of vegetarian and vegan offerings, in addition to their signature chicken schwarma, can now be packaged and delivered.

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LIFE • APRIL 2018 their experiences while discussing what life may have been like for women of all social statuses in Denver’s earliest years. | 303-620-4933 Byers-Evans House Museum, 1310 Bannock St. historycolorado.org

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Denver Socrates Cafe Join a group that "seek truth by their own lights." No regular attendance or preparation required. Speak your own mind, then take turns playing Socrates by asking questions. | 303-861-1447 Trinity United Methodist Church, 1820 Broadway meetup.com/Denver-Socrates-Cafe Thursdays, 04/05-04/26 | 7:00p.m.

Cherry Creek Toastmasters Improve your communication and leadership skills and network with others that share your goals and aspirations. Guests are welcome! | 303-947-3408 Assumption Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 4610 E. Alameda Ave. toastmasters.org Fridays, 04/06-04/27 | 7:00a.m.-8:30a.m.

Daybreak Toastmasters Cat got your tongue? Public speaking and more. Call Bob after 6p.m. Now meeting on the second floor of the building. | 720-308-9090 State of Colorado Centennial Building, 1313 Sherman St. daybreaktoastmasters.org Fri, 04/06 | 7:00a.m.

Denver GOP First Friday Breakfast Great speakers and conservative camaraderie. This months speakers are Colorado Secretary of State Wayne Williams and Denver Clerk & Recorder. Please RSVP and order breakfast to support Pete's. | 303-782-9555 Pete's Greek Town Cafe, 2910 E. Colfax Ave. denvergop.org Fridays, 04/06-04/27 | 5:00p.m.-6:00p.m.

Happiness Hour A short talk and guided relaxing meditation to help increase a peaceful good heart. It is an ideal way to unwind after work and recharge for a great evening ahead. Free. | 303-813-9551 KMC Colorado Downtown, 1336 Glenarm Pl. meditationincolorado.org Sat, 04/07 | 4:30p.m.-5:30p.m.

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Celebrate National Poetry Month with Colorado Poet Laureate Joseph Hutchison and Aurora Poet Laureate Assetou Xangof Hutchison and Xango will discuss the road to being chosen as poet laureates, and will do readings and performances of their own work. We'll also be leaving time for Q&A with the poets. | 720-865-1111 Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway denverlibrary.org/events Tuesdays, 04/10-05/01 | 12:00p.m.-12:30p.m.

Meditation at Noon Take 30 minutes to connect to your heart, cultivate inner peace and happiness, and clarify your intention for the day, free. | 303-813-9551 KMC Colorado Capitol Hill, 1081 Marion St. meditationincolorado.org Sat, 04/14 | 11:00a.m.-12:00p.m.

Japanese Beetle Control with City Floral Greenhouse Japanese Beetles are voracious and cause significant damage to over 300 different plant species found in our landscapes, agricultural areas, and a few native plants as well. City Floral Greenhouse will share information on how to handle this pest. | 720-865-0250 Park Hill Library, 4705 Montview Blvd. denverlibrary.org/events Wed, 04/18 | 6:15p.m.

The Citizens' Climate Lobby Citizens Climate Lobby is a non-profit, grassroots advocacy organization focused on national policies to address climate change. | 303-322-0079 Daniels Fund, 101 Monroe St. facebook.com/CitizensClimateLobbyDenverChapter Thu, 04/26 | 5:30p.m.-7:00p.m.

UV Light T-Shirt Design Design your own T-shirts. You’ll print out an image on transparent paper, place it over the ink applied to the shirt, and let our UV light develop the ink around it with our special Jacquard lumi-ink. | 720-865-0160 Byers Branch Library, 675 Santa Fe Dr. denverlibrary.org/events Sat, 04/28 | 2:00p.m.-3:15p.m.

Moon Magic Workshop Learn about the moon and her gifts. This workshop with Erica Walker Adams will teach you how to connect with Luna in all her phases, covering spell work, ritual, astrology and lore. | 720-865-0120 Ross-Cherry Creek Library, 305 Milwaukee St. denverlibrary.org/events

CONCERTS & LIVE MUSIC Sat, 04/07 | 1:30p.m.

Young Artists Performance at Cherry Creek Shopping Center Are you new to opera or do you attend all the time? Either way, this experience is for you. Come to the Cherry Creek Shopping Center and enjoy a free live performance by the Opera Colorado Young Artists! | 303-468-2030 Cherry Creek Shopping Center, 3000 E. 1st Ave. operacolorado.org Sat, 04/07 | 2:00p.m.-3:00p.m.

Zuruna: Middle Eastern Music Ensemble Journey to joy on the magical rhythms of Arabic music! Songs of peace and love from Palestine include signature sounds of specialty instruments like the Oud, Darbuka, Riq, and Nay. | 720-865-1111 Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway denverlibrary.org/events Sun, 04/08 | 2:00p.m.-3:00p.m.

Music in the Galleries: La Pompe Jazz La Pompe Jazz is a Denver-based jazz group that fuses eclectic Tin Pan Alley standards with French ballads, burning Django Reinhardt “Hot Club” tunes, and soulful originals. Free with admission. Seating is limited. | 720-354-4880 Clyfford Still Museum, 1250 Bannock St. clyffordstillmuseum.org Wed, 04/18 | 10:30a.m.-11:30a.m.

The Constant Tourists The Constant Tourists have been described as everything from Gypsy Rock to Folk to Americana. Bring your dancing shoes, and we'll have the coffee and doughnuts. | 720-865-0120 Ross-Cherry Creek Library, 305 Milwaukee St. denverlibrary.org/events

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"Degas: A Passion for Perfection " “Degas: A Passion for Perfection” will showcase prolific French artist Edgar Degas’ works from 1855 to 1906. More than 100 works consisting of paintings, drawings, pastels, etchings, monotypes, and sculptures in bronze will be on view. | 720-865-5000

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PETE’S KITCHEN

I am a sucker for nostalgic signage.

The more neon, the better. So kudos to Liz and Pete Contos, of Pete’s Kitchen and Satire Lounge, for reviving two animated masterpieces from Colfax Avenue’s past.

The Kitchen’s sign on the corner features flipping pancakes. Those cakes are finally flying again. Satire boasts a ribbon of traveling light.

It’s been decades since these signs were in motion. Such illuminations are now limited in Denver but they weren’t when Pete’s opened in 1942 at Race Street. The family needed special permission to reanimate the illumination.

Catch the signs in action on Facebook’s Save The Signs On Colfax page.

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Racks of vintage maps and art prints

are Philadelphia Print Shop’s stock and trade, but they’ve closed their CCN location on East Second Avenue between Fillmore and Detroit streets.

The gallery has settled into a new home one block north. They’re sharing space with Cherry Creek Framing and Gallery Rouge, which specializes in antique prints of a different sort. Sounds like a perfect match.

The address is 2830 E. Third Ave. and the number remains 303-322-4757.

CHOPPER’S SPORTS BAR

Bring on patio season! Outdoor tables and chairs all over town are being dusted off, but I’m seeking dog-friendly spots. Chopper’s Sports Bar on S. Madison Street is now sporting signage that invites your dog to join the party.

UNDER THE UMBRELLA

After so many years in one space, Under the Umbrella’s closure on East 12th Avenue and Madison Street startled Congress Park residents.

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SCHOOLS

By Kevin Ryan The mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida on Feb. 14, 2018 sparked a movement that has quickly spread. That movement showed up on the state capitol steps in Denver on March 14 when students from Colorado schools participated in an organized national walk out. The movement then rallied again on March 24 in over 400 cities around the nation for another nationally organized event entitled “March for Our Lives.”

Youth are mobilizing and demanding their voices be heard. Both the March 14 walk out and the March for Our Lives events were organized by youth who are calling for an end to gun violence in schools and communities. A good example of the youth movement is Manual High School graduate Tay Anderson. At 18, he ran for school board in October 2017 and gave an impassioned speech at the Ink! Coffee protest the next month.

Now 19, he helped to organize the Denver March for Our Lives and is currently chief of staff for Representative Jovan Melton.

Another walkout which has gained a national following is the Columbine anniversary walkout scheduled for Friday, April 20. A petition on change.org which supports the walkout states: “We are the students, we are the victims, we are change, fight gun violence now! High School students across the U.S.A., the way to fight back is here. There has been too much complacency on the part of politi-

cians when it comes to gun violence. The Park Esplanade) National Honor Soci- welcome to enter, and the public is weltime to act is now!” ety and Design studio are sponsoring the come to attend.

During a rally at the March for Our Empty Bowls project Wednesday, April 12 Following the Wolcott CompetiLives event, speaker Tom Mauser, father in the main foyer from 5:00p.m.-7:00p.m. tion, on Thursday, April 26 seniors will of Columbine victim Daniel Mauser, A suggested donation of $15 will get you a once again have the opportunity to show encouraged the youth, saying, “This meal and a bowl made by an East student. off their oratory skills at the Woodbury is your Vietnam.” But Mauser’s words, All proceeds will benefit the East High Competition. The event will kick off at speaking of his son, who died nearly 20 School Angel Pack program and Food 9:10a.m. in the East Auditorium and conyears ago, were a reminder that gun vio- Bank of the Rockies. clude at 10:45a.m. lence and mass shootings in the United Running Wednesday, April 12-Friday, Rounding out a busy week is the States are not new. What is new are the April 14, the East High School Choir will East High School Dance Company Showvoices; today’s youth are not waiting to host the annual POP show in the East case. Performances will run Friday, April become policy makers. They 27 and Saturday, April 28 in the are demanding change now and East Auditorium from 7:00p.m.leveraging their power.

9:00p.m. Advance tickets can be On March 2, Nick Dawkins purchased for as little as $7.00. resigned from his post as prinFifth, sixth and seventh cipal of Manual High School graders from Denver School of (1700 E. 28th Ave.). In his inithe Arts (DSA) (7111 Monttial letter announcing his resview Blvd.) participated in the ignation, Dawkins did not state 2018 Colorado State Spelling Bee a reason for his departure but, Competition, which was held at a day later, posted a message the University of Denver’s Sturm on the Friends of Manuel FaceHall on March 10. Seventh gradbook page entitled, “Why I left ers Finn Hilty and Maria CioDenver Public Schools.” In the banu entered the competition message, Dawkins illustrates a as co-champions of the 2018 string of challenging events that City Orals District Championhas plagued the school over the ship Spelling Bee but it was sixth course of the past school year. The George Washington High School Robotics Team at grader Angelina Holm who took Dawkins listed the death of two the Utah Regionals. The team earned a first place finish top honors at this year’s event. students, an unexpectedly low and qualified to compete in the national competition, Albertine Gingrass and Wyn School Performance Frame- held in Texas this month. Courtesy photo.

Parney also represented DSA in work (SPF) score, an incident at the competition. a football game where fans of the oppos- Auditorium. Tickets are $8.00-15.00 and For the first time since its inception, ing team donned a confederate flag and can be purchased either at the door or by the George Washington High School made racist comments, in addition to the visiting eastchoir.seatyourself.biz. More (GW) (655 S. Monaco Pkwy.) robotics rescinding of Deferred Action for Child- information can be found at eastchoir. team celebrated a win at the Utah regionhood Arrivals (DACA) as just a few of the com/angel-events. als. After a number of tough preliminary high-profile challenges. Finally, Dawkins On Wednesday, April 25, East High rounds, the team battled for the win, cites lack of district support and the “toll School will host the Wolcott Competition which automatically qualifies them for my service has had on my family” that led in the East Auditorium from 9:10a.m.- Nationals this month in Texas. him to step away.

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LIFE YOUTH VOICES: QUEER KIDS DESERVE BETTER A commentary on queer tragedy in media

By Ezra Goren I love to work with my hands. I love to create beauty with only a pen, or clay or paint or words. And yet, the world doesn’t need another artist. I don’t tell people I want to pursue art because I get told the same thing: I won’t make money, there are already too many artists and other demeaning facts. But something keeps me going: my contribution to the queer community.

While I try and make my art universally applicable, I want my queer readers not to have to translate art into their own lives the way we have to do with every piece of heterosexual media, which is the majority of what we consume. I often reflect on how I don’t fit into the writing world anywhere; I’ve studied writing in-depth for most of my life and have never read a poem about someone who uses gender neutral pronouns like I do, never read a comic with gay characters and never watched a movie with a happy ending for its queer characters. Imagine if the only time you saw yourself in media you were dead or raped or rejected, and even that’s rare.

Imagine only being the villain or the dead hero.

The representation of queer people in art is something we have to take into our own hands. The only gay storylines I’ve read are ones that are filled with bitterness and ending with tragedy. The only transgender characters are ”heshe” and “it” and “murdered.” Growing up in this world, I have learned that my

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sexuality meant I will never be happy.

I learned that the only stories about people like me end in sorrow, and this grew into a deep hatred of my identity.

Queer kids deserve better than this.

I think queer youth will change the world—that’s what I have in mind at least. The world doesn’t need another artist, but people in it do. Most of all, I need to create art for other people who have nothing they can see themselves in.

I want to reach out and tell them: you are not alone.

In the future, I don’t want there to be a gay and lesbian section of the bookstore because there are queer characters in every genre. In the future, maybe I won’t need to be a poor, starving artist. In the future, queer kids will get the representation they deserve, and I will use all my power to get there. _________________________________________

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The preceding is an entry in this month’s Life on Capitol Hill Youth Voices Series in which a story, written by a student from a school in our coverage area, is featured each month. If you are a student who would like to contribute a story or know of a student who is interested, please send an email to editor@denvermetromedia. com.

For April, Ezra Goren, a student at Denver School of the Arts (DSA) contributed a story that examines the media’s portrayal of the LGBT community.

Ezra is an artist and writer and uses art as a form of activism for the LGBT community.

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relevant work skills and taking pride in how their commitment to the recycling program benefits the community.

Zooming out to a district view, the DPS Department of Sustainability was established in 2009 has steadily reduced district waste and resource usage. DPS statistics show that between 2014 and 2017, the amount of material recycled increased from 1283 to 1530 tons.

The numbers for composting over the same time almost doubled, increasing from 165 tons in 2014 to 271 tons last year. Since 2009, student enrollment has increased 23 percent along with a 15 percent increase of building square footage, yet total energy use (gas and electricity) in the district has decreased nine percent.

Department of Sustainability Director Jim Faes is proud that the green initiatives DPS has undertaken have helped the district use less while growing larger. All DPS schools have access to recycling services through the City

CURMUDGEON

By D. Todd Clough

We’re no. 1! Not Really…

We often hear people proudly say, with vigor and swagger, that America is the greatest country—politicians especially, self-identified patriots proclaim it as well.

Hell, I have even said it, but according to the eight different world rankings I

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of Denver’s recycling service. Faes says that in 2009, just “three to five schools had composting,” but those numbers have been increasing as the city rolls out its composting program.

DPS also sponsors educational programs that give students the opportunity to learn about sustainable practices. The grant-funded Garden of Youth program hires special needs students to manage DPS gardens during the summer. Students learn about growing food and selling crops at farmers markets. DPS Green Team students audit lighting in DPS buildings. They determine if bulbs should be upgraded to new high efficiency LED lights and make the change if necessary.

A DPS program called “How Your Building Works” gets members of the Department of Sustainability into classrooms to teach students about the various aspects of building construction and operation. The program is tailored to all age levels and uses the building as a teaching tool to illustrate topics such as the efficiency of building materials to

checked out, it just ain’t so.

The United States of America doesn’t rate better than fourth place in any of the rankings I reviewed and we are losing ground fast. We were as high as 11th in one poll (behind Singapore). The report that appears to have the most cred is the one done in 2017 by U.S. News and World Report and the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. They have us as number eight. In all of the polls, our neighbor to the north, Canada, is ahead of us. Sweden, Switzerland and Norway are kicking our ass as the top three contenders.

Our President recently stated that

Rows of solar panels line the roof of East High School's Gymnasium. Courtesy photo. how a boiler works.

While the DPS Department of Sustainability is developing programs and finding ways to reduce waste and energy use, Faes acknowledges that there is some work to be done in extending

them out to the schools.

“My goal is to have at least 20 percent of our schools composting in the next year,” said Faes, “but I am going to have to get some help from the city and internally,” he says.

he wanted more people from Norway (a predominantly white country and remember, according to him, he is the least racist person we will ever know) to immigrate here. Why would people from Norway immigrate here? Their country is rated number one in three of the polls that I read and higher than America in every poll I read. The fact is that more people are currently emigrating from the U.S. to

priority over the safety of our children.

Our once great country has become an embarrassment around the world. Did I mention shameful?

You might ask, what does all of this have to do with Life on Capitol Hill? After all, Denver’s Capitol Hill neighborhood is my beat and my home. You might also ask how America’s ranking in the world and rants about gun control relate to this

Norway than the other way around.

It appears as though our Commanderin-Chief’s desire to “Make America Great Again” by not cooperating with the rest of the world and being self-centered brats is a strategy that is flawed and having the opposite effect.

Here are the only things that America is currently rated number one in: incarcerations and gun violence.

How many school children are we going to let be massacred before we demand changes? Let me go on record that I am a gun owner. I have been a hunter for 50+ years. I believe in the second amendment and I don’t want rights taken away from me. But (and this is a BIG but) the fact that our politicians have not addressed simple gun restrictions is simply shameful.

Banning bump stocks, assault weapons, high capacity magazines and sales to mentally ill and suspected terrorists, as well as expanding mental health treatment, are all straight-forward ways to make our country become safer and greater.

The NRA is holding our country hostage by squashing the kind of gun regulations that are needed through their complete control of lame-ass and cowardly politicians. It is shameful that political control, greed and power take

column and this newspaper? Because I am a citizen of Capitol Hill and America, and gun violence and our country’s arrogance and unwillingness to address difficult issues is putting all of us in jeopardy. As citizens and patriots we must all speak up!

Don’t take my word for it though— here are what a few others who are way smarter than I am thought about speaking up: - “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.”

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - “One person can make a difference, and everyone should try.” John Fitzgerald Kennedy.

- “Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy.”

Proverbs 31:8-9.

- “Striving for social justice is the most valuable thing to do in life.” Albert Einstein.

- “There are no easy answers, but there are simple answers. We must have the courage to do what we know is morally right.” Ronald Reagan.

It doesn’t seem morally right to me to sit on our hands and say nothing while children are being gunned down in school.

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INC HOLDS OLYMPIC COMMUNITY FORUM, ELECTS OFFICERS AND DISCUSSES THE FATE OF PARK HILL GOLF COURSE

By Kevin Ryan The March Inter-Neighborhood Cooperation (INC) meeting was a full day event. The monthly gathering of delegates from the City of Denver’s Registered Neighborhood Groups (RNO) took place March 10 at the Park Hill Congregational Church. The agenda included two lively community forums and INC officer elections.

Community struggles to find middle ground in discussion of a possible Olympic bid

When it was announced in December 2017 that an exploratory committee had been appointed by Mayor Michael Hancock to explore the possibility of bringing the Olympics to Colorado in 2030, the decision to exclude the public was met with criticism.

INC invited six panelists to a community forum to convey the different perspectives of pursuing an Olympic bid. Jerome Davis, Steve McConahey and Rob Cohen represented the exploratory committee. At the other end of the table, Kyle Zepplin, Chris Dempsey and former Governor Dick Lamb represented a voice of opposition.

Rob Cohen, chair of the exploratory committee, opened by expressing that the committee’s job is to explore whether an Olympic bid, should the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) ask, is right for Denver. Cohen ensured attendees that the committee is listening to the concerns of Coloradans, especially around the financial and economic performance of past Olympic games, venues and infrastructure, and social issues.

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Denver Center for International Studies (DCIS) (574 W. Sixth Ave.) is once again a finalist for the Succeeds Prize which recognizes the transformational impact of Colorado’s schools and educators. DCIS was nominated in 2017 and received honorable mention. The next step in the process will bring officials to DCIS to observe and interview administrators, teachers, students and parents.

Winners will be announced in September.

Steve McConahey claimed the committee is looking at options to fund the games privately. “The primary goal of our plan is to not require any subsidies or guarantees by the state or local governments,” something he said has not been done before. In order to further clarify a privately funded games, McConahey said they “will not provide dividends or returns on investment.”

Chris Dempsey painted a different picture, calling the Olympic bid process the “world’s most expensive auction.”

Dempsey led the charge as the co-chair of the No Boston Olympics when his city submitted its’ bid for the 2024 Olympics in 2014. While Dempsey led with the statement that “it is not for me as a Bostonian to tell you whether the games are right for Denver,” the information he shared with attendees about Boston’s Olympic bid experience countered many of the ideas the exploratory committee referenced in their discussion.

While serving as Governor, Dick Lamm campaigned for a referendum in 1972, which allowed Colorado residents to vote down hosting the Olympics.

Lamm pointed out that the same issues exist today around bringing the Olympics to Colorado as in 1972. He also asked, “will there be snow?” Lamm deferred to Coloradans, saying “a democracy makes up its’ mind with a vote.” Many attendees applauded when Lamm concluded, “We have a chance to go to the legislature and put this on the ballot in 2018, let’s vote.”

The exploratory committee is expected to make a recommendation to Mayor Hancock and Governor Hickenlooper in early May.

On March 22, Morey Middle School and Denver School of Innovation and Sustainable Design (DSISD) (840 E. 14th Ave.) hosted an open-house to celebrate their recently completed, bondfunded, improvement projects. The shared campus now has new Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) labs, technology, new furniture and a number of other improvements all paid for by the 2016 bond measure.

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INC elects new officers

At the March meeting, INC also voted for the posts of president and vice president; there were also three at-large delegate seats up for election. Nominations came from the floor; INC rules dictate a quorum of at least 20 delegates votes. The election resulted in George Mayl returning Panelists at the March 10 INC Olympic Community as INC president. Loretta Forum. (L-R): Jerome Davis, Steve McConahey, Rob Koehler was approved to Cohen, Dick Lamm, Chris Dempsey, Kyle Zepplin. sit as vice president. Jane Potts, Maggie Price and Bridget Walsh detention facility as part of the Platte to were elected to fill the three vacant Park Hill project. The project has some at-large delegate seats.

Denver residents accusing the City of being in cahoots with the Colorado Panel discussion raises more Department of Transportation (CDOT) questions around the fate of to create infrastructure for the Central 70 Park Hill Golf Course Project.

The Park Hill Golf Course, owned by The five-member panel included Clayton Early Learning, had been leased former attorney Brad Cameron, Clayton to Arcis Equity Partners, LLC until the President and CEO Charlotte Brantley, end of 2017. In September 2017, the City Emeritus Professor Kathleen Wells and of Denver entered into a deal to purchase two Overlook at Park Hill residents. While the 155-acre plot but pulled back due to attendees criticized the lack of a diverse a pending decision by Arcis to exercise panel, they did pose questions and a five-year lease renewal. Arcis has until suggestions, giving the indication that June 30, 2018 to decide, during which the community is open to development time they have the right of first refusal to that incorporates open space, affordable acquire Park Hill Golf Course land. housing options and even access to fresh The City of Denver and Clayton did, food. Charlotte Brantley echoed the however, negotiate an agreement in the sentiment, stating, “We at Clayton see fall of 2017 that would allow the city the this as both, and not as a two-sided issue right to install a 25-acre storm water or an either/or.”

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Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkway denverartmuseum.org Daily, 04/04-04/07 | 11:00a.m.-5:00p.m.

Role Reversal In a timely new exhibition at the Colorado Photographic Arts Center, three women photographers defy tradition by focusing exclusively on men as their creative subject. | Colorado Photographic Arts Center Colorado Photographic Arts Center, 1070 Bannock St. cpacphoto.org/role-reversal Wed, 04/11 | 5:30p.m.-6:30p.m.

Neighborhood Student Art Show Reception Enjoy viewing artwork from students at Bromwell, Steck, Teller, Good Shepherd and Children’s Garden Montessori. We’ll provide treats and entertainment. Student art will remain in the library for the remainder of the month of April. | 720-865-0120 Ross-Cherry Creek Library, 305 Milwaukee St. denverlibrary.org/events Friday - Sunday, 04/20-04/22 | 4:30p.m.-8:00p.m.

Park Hill Art Club Spring Show and Sale This annual show is a popular way for the club to celebrate their artist members and instructors, and to offer the opportunity for everyone to purchase valuable artwork at affordable prices. | Park Hill United Methodist Church, 5209 Montview Blvd. parkhillartclub.org

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First Friday Paint & Sit We're setting up our painting easels for the new season of Paint

M U S IC The Philadelphia story of Hall and Oates

By Peter Jones When my son and I took a wrong turn, via train, into North Philadelphia last summer, we had no idea that the culture shock of a sketchy neighborhood had anything to do with the Philly sound.

“I used to go to Temple University and that’s where I got off. It’s a different world up there, man,” said musician Daryl Hall, who grew up in the metro’s Pottstown borough.

It is hard to tell whether it was two white tourists, aimlessly on their way to the Old City, who made the station staff less friendly, but there was certainly no brotherly love.

What was strange was our trip back that night to our bed and breakfast, a Victorian house in Germantown—this time on the bus. As we got closer, we could not help but notice the neighborhoods were not getting particularly nicer.

and Sit on the Byers Front Lawn! Take a break from the Art Walk to listen to DPL's collection of local musicians, as you make your own painting on one of our canvases. | 720-865-0160 Byers Branch Library, 675 Santa Fe Dr. denverlibrary.org/events Sat, 04/07 | 10:30a.m.-3:00p.m.

Poetry Safari Join us to celebrate National Poetry Month with a poetry scavenger hunt. Pick up a poem for your pocket and create your own collage poem. | 720-865-1111 Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway denverlibrary.org/events Sun, 04/08 | 2:00p.m.-3:00p.m.

Breakdance with the Bboy Factory Learn creativity and self confidence thru Hip Hop Arts with the Bboy Factory. | 720-865-1111 Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway denverlibrary.org/events Wed, 04/11 | 3:30p.m.-5:30p.m.

Explore! Art Explore the world of art through the kinetic sculptures of Alexander "Sandy" Calder. Three short YouTube videos will be shown to introduce the artist and his work. Children may then explore kinetics and craft their own sculptures to take home. | 720-865-0120 Ross-Cherry Creek Library, 305 Milwaukee St. denverlibrary.org/events Sat, 04/14 | 10:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

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Gardening themed activities inspired by Anna McQuinn's Lola Plants a Garden. | 720-865-1111 Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway denverlibrary.org/events

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Comics and More with Raúl the Third Award-winning children’s illustrator Raúl the Third will talk about his books and lead a BIC pen comic book workshop for kids. Books will be on hand to buy and have signed by the author courtesy of Tattered Cover Book Store. | 720-865-1111 Central Park, 8801 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. denverlibrary.org/events Sat, 04/21 | 10:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

Dreaming Up Building Day Dream it, plan it, build it! Inspired by the book Dreaming Up: A Celebration of Building, by Christy Hale, we'll let loose our inner architects by experimenting with different shapes and building materials. Drop-in to join the fun. | 720-865-1111 Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway denverlibrary.org/events Sat, 04/21 | 2:00p.m.-3:00p.m.

Glitter Light Switch Light up your room with a glittery light switch cover. Ideal for ages 3 to 8 - accompanied by an adult. | 720-865-0160 Byers Branch Library, 675 Santa Fe Dr. denverlibrary.org/events Sat, 04/28 | 10:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

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Were we on the right route? Had we found the correct stop?

We walked, apprehensively, wherever GPS led us.

Then, as if we had crossed an invisible line without transition, we were suddenly in the much plusher and historic Germantown, the site of a Revolutionary War battle and the birthplace of the anti-slavery movement.

“That’s part of the vitality of Philadelphia,” Hall explained. “That is why it is truly an integrated city because you’re in it, man. It doesn’t matter what kind of person you are. Everybody’s thrown together in the same ultimate Philadelphia experience. It shows in the Philadelphia music. It shows in my music.

There’s no separation of the people.”

Since the mid-’70s, Philly’s Hall and his longtime partner John Oates, now both 68, have exemplified “blueeyed soul,” while simultaneously proving the silliness of the term, at least in a city where two lily-white kids from the suburbs could get as soulful as the best of them.

“It’s what I grew up with. I mean, I am a soul singer,” Hall said. “Soul is an emotion without intellect involved, straight from the heart and the soul, right out of the mouth and into the world.”

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ver’s Pepsi Center, Thursday, May 10, in success in 1976 with “Sara Smile” and a double bill with Train. its follow-up “She’s Gone,” belatedly It sounds apocryphal, but is true pulled as a single from the otherwise that Hall [born Daryl Hohl] and Oates ignored Abandoned Luncheonette album met in that thrown-together Philly cul- issued three years earlier. 1977’s “Rich ture, quite literally, in 1967, when the Girl” was their first No. 1 hit. future partners happened to escape After a brief lull, the act saw its into the same freight elevator during a gang fight at the Adelphi Ballroom.

“Some things haven’t changed much,” Hall said.

The two would perform together in different bands before settling in as a twosome, though as Hall stresses, the so-named Daryl Hall and John Oates were never a duo in the traditional sense.

“We could have called ourselves the Muttonheads,” said One on one: Daryl Hall and John Oates Hall, a keyboardist who handles front the band that bears their names May most lead vocals. “We’re two 10 at the Pepsi Center. Courtesy photo via songwriters who have two very Wolfson Entertainment, by Stuart Berg. distinct agendas and we share the stage. most popular acclaim in the ‘80s with We’re a band. It isn’t two guys up there.” a largely new audience and a flashier Under the tutelage of disparate pro- style. But while hook-laden hits—and ducers Arif Mardin and Todd Rundgren, MTV videos—like “Kiss on My List,” the partners would eventually perfect “Maneater” and “Private Eyes” were their mix of Philly soul, pop and rock popular on the post-new wave dancein a way that melded well with the era’s floor, many existing Hall and Oates fans singer-songwriter movement. took a break, patiently waiting for the After a rocky start commercially, ‘80s to get over with.

Hall and Oates scored their first major Hall stands by the period, though he thinks his singing went awry for a while.

“I got into this phrasing thing and I don’t know what it was,” he said. “I We keep it Affordable can’t remember what was in my head.

It was very staccato. I don’t sing those songs the same way anymore. I’m more fluid—if you want to say it—more like the ‘70s.”

Hall and Oates—inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2014— are the rare “duo” to last so long for a number of reasons.

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CONCERT HIGHLIGHTS

By Jason McKinney

Ogden Theatre Presents:

Ty Segall

Thursday, April 5 I 9:00p.m. | 935 E. Colfax Ave. | ogdentheatre.com | $20 Ty Segall is back in town again after just being here last fall. What is he promoting this time? Well, as I have mentioned previously, Segall releases albums as often as some people change their wardrobe.

Or, more aptly, as frequently as the seasons change might be an even better description. He released Freedom’s Goblin in January, which is his latest hour-plus opus. Segall’s music has been called garage rock, garage rock revival, lo-fi, indie rock and psychedelic rock. His influences include David Bowie, Marc Bolan, Black Sabbath, Kiss, The Stooges, Black Flag, Neil Young, The Byrds, The Beatles, T. Rex and Grateful Dead. Segall has been known to play various guitars, including three different Fenders, a Gibson Les Paul, a Gibson EB-0 and a black Travis Bean TB1000S. Cervantes Masterpiece Presents:

The Jauntee

Thursday, April 12 I 8:00p.m. | 2637 Welton St. | cervantesmasterpiece.com | $5-15 The Jauntee averages over 100 shows a year and the jam band has made themselves quite a name in the New England music scene because of it. Coming out of Boston, the group focuses on live improvisation, setlist variety and musical exploration which truly makes each show a unique experience, setting them apart from the typical jam band experience. The band draws their influence from a large mix of musical influences and multiple genres, which include funk, rock, jazz, progressive, bluegrass, psychedelic and ambient. Comparisons have been made to Phish but I’m sure their Phans might take issue with this, just like Deadheads did with their eventual heir apparent.

Bluebird Theater Presents:

Big Thief

Tuesday, April 24 I 8:00p.m. | 3317 E. Colfax Ave. | bluebirdtheater.net | $16.75-18.75

Hailing from Brooklyn, New York, Big Thief released their second album, Capacity, last year—after 2016’s debut Masterpiece— and it encompassed a collection of vignettes about women, dealing with issues of identity, which were dangerous and curious, though not unbelievable. Most of the tracks on the album are raw and remain virtually unedited; they were mostly played for the first time in the studio and recorded the same day. Capacity appeared on multiple album-of-the-year lists, including coming in at no. 1 on NPR’s “Bob Boilen’s Top Ten Albums of 2017.” According to Boilen, he couldn’t recall the last time he had put the same band in his top five two years running. SPIN also named the release no. 2 on their “50 Best Albums of 2017.”

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GARDENING Spring cleaning for a successful start to garden season

By Liz Clift Spring cleaning can mean a lot of different things for a garden—from cleaning your tools (if you didn’t do this before the end of last season) to sorting seeds to preparing beds. All of these tasks are important to creating a garden you’ll want to spend time in later this season.

Tools

Tools can become rusty, which eventually causes them to become more brittle. That’s not something you want to discover mid-season or after a few years of not maintaining them. The easiest way to remove rust may be using an angle grinder with a wire brush attachment— which perhaps you can borrow from a neighbor or the Denver Tool Library— but if you don’t have access to that, you can use sand paper and a lot of elbow grease. Begin by cleaning any dirt off the tool using water and a brush. Then, using sandpaper or the angle grinder, and proper safety equipment for the tools you’re using, set to work.

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and lattes need not despair. Owner Jyll Tuggle is moving her operation across the street to share space with Capitol Heights Pharmacy & Liquor.

Tuggle made the move for several reasons. One bonus at the new space is a much larger kitchen downstairs to accommodate demand for Umbrella catering.

The old space is slated to become a new location for French Press, another coffee and eats concept so this corner will be buzzing for years to come.

need to sharpen the tip, especially on tools like shovels which can quickly dull.

A bastard file and a draw stroke will probably serve your purposes here and videos proliferate online that can show you exactly what this tool and technique look like. Once your tool is restored, consider applying a rust protectant.

This is also a great time to inventory your tools. Do you have multiple shovels that you’re not using? How about that rake missing tines? A kid-sized hand trowel your little one has outgrown? Consider donating these to Denver Tool Library (denvertoollibrary. org), a friend who has just moved to a place where they’ll begin their first garden or a community gardening organization in need of just the tool you’re looking to donate (most groups indicate what tools they need on their websites).

Seeds

Did you save seeds last year? Go to a seed swap? Looking to host a seed swap with your friends and family? Do you have leftover seed packets from the past four years (this is 100 percent me)? Time to get these organized!

First, I recommend figuring out what you actually have. I sort my seeds first by type of plant: alliums, root vegetables, herbs, beans, etc. and then within those

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SOLERA RESTAURANT & WINE BAR

For 16 years, diners on Colfax have enjoyed Solera’s Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine at its cozy bar or sipped sangria on a charming, rustic patio, but the eatery is now dark.

Owner/chef Goose Sorensen purchased the building several years ago.

Now, he’s handing the keys over to a new restaurateur. The new venture’s flavor will be Texas BBQ. Sorenson plans to head north to some acreage his family owns in Wyo-

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categories, by when the plant should be sown. Anything that’s direct sow goes toward the back of its plant category.

If you have a flower garden, perhaps it makes the most sense to sort by color,

Beds

height or anticipated bloom time.

Next, I sort out which seeds I’m probably never going to plant. These are often seeds that are “gifted” when I order seeds online or ones that I’ve somehow just wound up with far too many of for my current or anticipated gardening needs.

These are perfect seeds to pass on to others in the community.

For instance, my gardening-minded friends and I swap seeds pretty often.

When possible, label the seeds with the varietal, especially if you plan to gift the seeds. But perhaps you don’t know this.

I have some seeds that are labeled “red cherry tomatoes with the green top” from a friend. I have some hybrid squash seeds

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Now is a great time to check on your beds. If you have fences or trellising in your garden space, check those for wear and make any necessary repairs.

Add compost or well-season manure to your beds to allow time for the nutrients to work their way down into the soil.

Snuff out any weeds that have started to grow (and note any young plants that are “volunteers” from last year’s garden you might want to protect or move).

If you’ve already planned your garden, you may even want to stake out one-foot by one-foot squares or rows in which you’ll plant—and it’s not too early to put in garden markers so that you’ll be ready to plant come late May. Happy spring cleaning!

ming. He’ll be restoring several old cabins, doing some fishing and taking a well-deserved break from the restaurant biz.

“No regrets at all,” he told LIFE regarding the closure. “Sixteen years is three lifetimes in the restaurant business.”

After that break, he’s thinking he may get into the wine business but “won't be jumping into another restaurant for a very long time.”

Hank’s Texas BBQ is slated to debut in the space this summer and will honor any remaining Solera gift cards.

Adios, Goose. You’ll be missed.

dora on the Hill after seeing their windows covered in paper, relax. The couple who own Pandora and Soul Haus next door have consolidated into a single space.

Co-owner Chris Bacorn told a LIFE reader that the consolidation was triggered after a second Pandora location debuted in the booming Stanley Marketplace. Evidently, the Stanley location is doing so well that splitting time between two sites was too much.

You’ll still find ample Pandora magic to celebrate once you step into the Soul Haus space at 225 E. 17th Ave.

ELEMENTS KITCHEN & BAR

The boutique that opened in the fall of 2016 at 2445 E. Third Ave. in CCN shut over a month ago. Scout & Molly still appears to be taking orders online but I’ve been unable to reach any of their Colorado stores for information.

In the fleeting category, Elements Kitchen & Bar closed on Broadway after just seven months. It was a celebrity chef-driven, farm-to-table, upscale sports bar. Whew. Perhaps that was too much for any one entity?

The group behind this venture is still operating Temple nightclub next door and the SneekEazy one floor up but Elements has vanished.

SCOUT & MOLLY

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The decades-old Hamilton Furs shop on the corner of Columbine Street and East Third Avenue in CCN has closed.

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St. Andrew's

zoning permit ran out.

As of this writing, the tiny houses are still in RiNo and the church parking lot is still a parking lot. “The tiny homes located at Beloved Community Village will be moved to a different site other than St. Andrew's. We are in the process of designing homes that meet the design requirements of the Landmark Commission because we are in a historic district. The homes that will be built on the St. Andrew's site will be in place there for six months and then moved to another site,” explained Dodge.

If you’re bemoaning the loss of Pan-

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from a compost heap squash that tasted pretty great.

If you swap seeds with friends or others in the community, remember to organize the new seeds in a way that makes sense for you! If you haven’t already done it, you should also plan out your garden and, if you’re starting seeds, make sure you’re staying as much on schedule as possible. The last frost date in Denver is approximately May 15— but anyone who has been in this community long enough will say, “Don’t put anything in the ground before Mother’s Day.”

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our poorest population in a confined area of downtown,” Freeman wrote in a letter to the city zoning administrator.

The neighbors’ distress is not new. It started last summer when the church, as part of its outreach mission, began to provide overnight accommodations to homeless people, and then proposed to put a Tiny House Village in its parking lot. (See Life on Capitol Hill July 2017.)

At that time, despite strident neighborhood protests, the plan was to use $40,000 in two grants from the Episcopal Church to relocate eight of the 11 tiny houses from Beloved Community in RiNo when that group’s

LIFE will continue to cover this story as it develops.

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Weekly Early Onset Parkinson's support group meeting. Our focus is early onset, however, all people with Parkinson's and their caregivers are welcome. | 303-818-1106 Unity Temple of Denver, 1555 Race St.

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Join us for some crafting! A variety of supplies will be available so kids can explore different mediums and art forms. | 720-865-1111 Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway denverlibrary.org/events Sat, 04/28 | 10:00a.m.-2:00p.m.

YouthBiz Spring Marketplace The YouthBiz Marketplace is the ultimate buy local experience!

Young business owners display and sell their unique products to the local community. All products are handmade and personally sold by the owners. | 303-321-2265 Young Americans Center for Financial Education, 3550 E. 1st Ave. yacenter.org/youthbiz/marketplace

Photo courtesy of the Cinco de Mayo "Celebrate Culture" Festival Facebook page.

Saturday-Sunday, May 5-6 | 10:00a.m.-8:00p.m.

Cinco de Mayo Festival

Sun, 04/29 | 10:00a.m.-4:00p.m.

Family Day: Dia del Nino 2018 Join us to celebrate children around the world during Día del Niño (Day of the Child), in partnership with the Denver Art Museum and other cultural organizations in the Civic Center Cultural Complex. | 720-354-4880 Clyfford Still Museum, 1250 Bannock St. clyffordstillmuseum.org

This event is FREE to attend and features THREE STAGES of musical and dance performances, kids activities, a parade, delicious food and beverage options, chihuahua races, a taco eating contest and more!

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Wed, 04/04 | 10:00a.m.-11:30a.m.

Dementia Caregiver Support Group A safe to share concerns, coping techniques and tips when caring for a loved one with dementia. Free to attend, no registration required. | 303-951-5222 The Center, 1301 E. Colfax Ave. coloradoassistedliving.com Wed, 04/04 | 5:00p.m.-6:00p.m.

Early Onset Parkinson's Support Group Weekly Early Onset Parkinson's support group meeting. Our focus is early onset, however, all people with Parkinson's and their caregivers are welcome. | 303-818-1106 Unity Temple of Denver, 1555 Race St. Wednesdays, 04/04-04/25 | 6:30p.m.

Marijuana Anonymous A fellowship of people who share experience, strength and hope with each other that we may solve our common problem and help others to recover from marijuana addiction. | Unity Church on the Hill Unity Church on the Hill, 1555 Race St. marijuana-anonymous.org Thursdays, 04/05-04/26 | 6:00p.m.-7:30p.m.

FREE Support with Binge Eating Challenges This support group is ideal for individuals at least 18 years old who are struggling with a binge type eating disorder. All groups are free of charge. We hold confidential groups facilitated by specialists to allow you to gain the support you need. | The Eating Disorder Foundation The Eating Disorder Foundation, 1901 E. 20th Ave. eatingdisorderfoundation.org Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 6:45p.m.

Nar-Anon A twelve step support group for families and friends of addicts to help themselves cope. | First Unitarian Church First Unitarian Church, 1400 Lafayette St. nar-anon.org Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 12:30p.m.

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lives free of nicotine. | Our Savior’s Lutheran Church Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 915 E. 9th Ave. nicotine-anonymous.org Mon, 04/09 | 10:00a.m.-4:00p.m.

Denver Human Services Drop-In Assistance Stop by to ask Denver Human Service questions and receive assistance signing up for all state benefits. | 720-865-1111 Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway denverlibrary.org Mon, 04/09 | 7:00p.m.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous Through shared experience and mutual support, join a meeting to help each other to recover from the disease of food addiction. | 303-775-8062 Trinity United Methodist Church, 1820 Broadway foodaddicts.org Mondays, 04/09-04/30 | 8:00a.m.-7:00p.m.

Grant Street Reach Providing meals at no cost to its clients and it is sustained by committed and compassionate volunteers. | 303-839-1432 St. Paul Lutheran and Roman Catholic Community of Faith, 1600 Grant St. grantstreetreach.org Tuesdays, 04/10-05/01 | 6:30p.m.-8:00p.m.

Moderation Management Weekly meetings for problem (vs. chronic) drinkers who want to reduce their intake of alcohol. Email: denver@moderation.org. | First Unitarian Church, 1400 Lafayette St. moderation.org Tue, 04/10 | 1:00p.m.

Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Group Provides a safe, secure environment for all patients with any type of pulmonary fibrosis and their family members, care providers and significant others. | 303-398-1912 National Jewish Health, 1400 Jackson St. nationaljewish.org

Fri, 04/13 | 9:30a.m.-11:30a.m.

Parents of kids with disabilities Support Group Parents and caregivers of kids, any age, with disabilities or any special needs. Whether babies or school age or adults, our kids are our joy but sometimes we get tired and need to connect with other parents traveling a similar journey. | Corona Presbyterian Church, 1205 E. 8th Ave. Mon, 04/16 | 7:00p.m.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous Through shared experience and mutual support, join a meeting to help each other to recover from the disease of food addiction. | 303-775-8062 Trinity United Methodist Church, 1820 Broadway foodaddicts.org Wed, 04/18 | 7:00p.m.

Congress Park Neighbors, Inc. Meeting OUR MEETINGS HAVE MOVED!! Meeting will take place in lunch room. Please enter through front entrance. | REACH School 940 Fillmore Mon, 04/23 | 7:00p.m.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous Through shared experience and mutual support, join a meeting to help each other to recover from the disease of food addiction. | 303-775-8062 Trinity United Methodist Church, 1820 Broadway foodaddicts.org Wed, 04/25 | 5:00p.m.-6:00p.m.

Early Onset Parkinson's Support Group Weekly Early Onset Parkinson's support group meeting. Our focus is early onset, however, all people with Parkinson's and their caregivers are welcome. | 303-818-1106 Unity Temple of Denver, 1555 Race St. Mon, 04/30 | 7:00p.m.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous Through shared experience and mutual support, join a meeting to help each other to recover from the disease of food addiction. | 303-775-8062 Trinity United Methodist Church, 1820 Broadway foodaddicts.org

RELIGION & SPIRITUALITY Saturdays, 04/07-04/28 | 5:00p.m.

Catholic Mass 303-839-1432 St. Paul Lutheran and Roman Catholic Community of Faith, 1600 Grant St. saintpauldenver.com Saturdays, 04/07-04/28 | 10:00a.m.

Saturday Messianic Shabbat 303-322-5733 Church in the City-Beth Abraham, 1580 Gaylord St. churchinthecity.org Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 9:00a.m.

Acts 29 Christian Service L2 Church, 1477 Columbine St. L2today.com

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Fresh Local Taps

Each month LIFE rounds up for our readers local taps we feel are sure to please. Drink local! Info provided by the brewhouses featured. Want your tap here? Email editor@denvermetromedia.com.

Jagged Mountain Craft Brewery (1139 20th St.) Ninja Donkey Juicy Imperial (ABV: 8.2 percent) is crazy hazy! With solid notes of grapefruit, this easy drinking IPA has the juicy character that will kick you in the mouth with citrus flavors. Brewed with Azacca, Centennial, Falconers Flight and Simcoe hops, Ninja Donkey is the full bodied IPA everyone craves.

Little Machine (2924 W. 20th Ave.) “Degrees of Freedom” Dunkelweiss (ABV: 5.1 percent) is a German-style wheat ale that blends soft wheat mouthfeel and yeast-driven flavors of Weissbier with the chocolaty toasted malt of Munich Dunkel. Soft, spicy and dry, with the flavors of banana, clove and wheat.

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Monday & Tuesday Night Special Pizza Slice & Domestic Draft Beer $5

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Working Class Rye (ABV: 4.3 percent) is a very old beer style that was popular before Reinheitsgebot dictated that beer was only to be brewed with barley. Rye is a good cold-weather crop and rye beer was especially popular with the working class of Northern Germany and Europe. Our rye beer is made with more than 50 percent rye in the grain bill. It has a spicy rye aroma with notes of cloves and a moderately creamy mouthfeel with a taste reminiscent of pumpernickel bread. The finish is dry and spicy; it pairs well with an honest day’s work.

Zuni Street Brewing Company (2355 W. 29th Ave.) Portly Porter (ABV: 5.4 percent) is an English-style dark ale that smoothly delivers flavors of chocolate brownies and coffee. Restrained bitterness and a velvety mouthfeel make this dry porter an ideal choice for the inner pub dweller.

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Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 10:30a.m.-11:30a.m.

Baptist Service 303-861-2501 First Baptist Church of Denver, 1373 Grant St. fbcdenver.org Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 8:30a.m.

Catholic Mass Also at 10:30a.m., 12:30p.m. and 6:30p.m. | 303-831-7010 Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, 1535 Logan St. denvercathedral.org Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 7:30a.m.

Catholic Mass Also, Spanish Mass, 12:30p.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) and African Mass, 1p.m. (3rd Sunday). | 303-322-8042 St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church, 2301 York St. loyoladenver.org Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 9:00a.m.

Catholic Mass 303-534-4014 St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Parish, 1060 St. Francis Way stelizabethdenver.org Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 8:30a.m.

Contemporary Services 10:45 Service offered as well. | 303-322-5733 Church in the City-Beth Abraham, 1580 Gaylord St. churchinthecity.org Sun, 04/08-04/29 | 7:45a.m.

Episcopal Service 303-388-6469 St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 1280 Vine St. stbdenver.org Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 8:30a.m.

Interdenominational Service 303-800-8269 Denver United Church, 660 S. Broadway denverunited.com Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 10:00a.m.

Interfaith Devotions 303-744-6456 Baha'i Center of Metro Denver, 225 E. Bayaud Ave. denverbahais.org Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 9:30a.m.-10:45a.m.

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All are welcome to share in God's grace. | 303-831-7023 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 915 E. 9th Ave. oslchurchdenver.org Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 10:30a.m.

Lutheran Worship 303-839-1432 St. Paul Lutheran and Roman Catholic Community of Faith, 1600 Grant St. saintpauldenver.com Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 10:00a.m.

Orthodox Mass 303-698-2433 Saint Augustine Orthodox Church, 55 W. 3rd Ave. staugustinedenver.org Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 9:30a.m.

Presbyterian Services Followed by fellowship at 10:30a.m. and education for all ages at 11:00a.m. | 303-333-9366 Capitol Heights Presbyterian Church, 1100 Fillmore St. capitolheightspresbyterian.org Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 10:00a.m.

Presbyterian Services 720-316-1279 St. Patrick Presbyterian Church Denver, 1570 Clarkson St. saintpatrickdenver.org Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 9:30a.m.

Sunday Progressive Service Please join us in celebrating our next era of active, progressive service in the 21st century! We value, accept, appreciate and celebrate each person's uniqueness, creativity, and talents as expressions of God. ALL are welcome. | 303-388-6469 St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 1280 Vine St. stbdenver.org Sundays, 04/08-04/29 | 10:00a.m.

Worship Service With pre-worship coffee at 9:30a.m. and post worship social time at 11:30a.m. | 303-860-1819 Metropolitan Community Church of the Rockies, 980 Clarkson St. lifelegacyphotography.com/mccr Tue, 04/10 | 12:00p.m.

Music at Noon Free performances held on the second Tuesday of each month. Generally 45 minutes to 60 minutes. Concert-goers are welcome to bring their lunch and eat their lunch before the concert. | 303-831-7115 Saint John's Cathedral, 1350 Washington St.

sjcathedral.org Sat, 04/14 | 9:00a.m.

Shabbat Services 303-388-4239 Temple Micah, 5209 Montview Blvd. micahdenver.org Wed, 04/18 | 10:00a.m.-12:00p.m.

Orthodox Easter Mass Solemn High Mass. All are welcome! A free-will offering will be received. | 303-698-2433 St. Augustine Orthodox Church, 55 W. 3rd Ave. staugustinedenver.org

SENIORS Sat, 04/14 | 1:00p.m.-2:00p.m.

Active Minds presents Scotland Join Active Minds as we explore Scotland’s history, its current situation, and the future direction the country may be heading. | Denver Public Library: Central branch Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway activeminds.com/events_denver.html Tue, 04/24 | 5:00p.m.-6:00p.m.

Active Minds presents Argentina Argentina can fairly be described as “up and coming”…again.

Join Active Minds as we review Argentina’s history, culture, current status, and future prospects. | 303-322-7727 Tattered Cover, 2526 E. Colfax Ave. activeminds.org/events_denver.html

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Paul's Open Stage 303-320-9200 Lion's Lair, 2022 E. Colfax Ave. lionslairco.com/events Sat, 04/07 | 1:00p.m.-2:00p.m.

Shakespeare in the Parking Lot Enjoy a bit of the bard with the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Six actors perform a 45 minute abridged version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream in and around a pickup truck “set” right here in our parking lot. Bring a camp chair! | 720-865-1111 Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway denverlibrary.org/events

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