Neighborhood Life - March 2017

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CATHEDRAL: SENIOR APARTMENTS & HOTEL POSSIBILE

By J. Patrick O’Leary Historic Tammen Hall, East 19th Avenue and Ogden Street, will be repurposed as a 49-unit affordable senior housing apartment, possibly ready for occupancy in the fall of 2018.

St. Joseph’s Hospital President Jamie Smith and representatives of developer MGL Partners revealed plans to a crowd at the January meeting of the Historic Preservation Committee of Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods (CHUN).

At the same meeting, an architect shared a new owner’s plans for Cathedral High School, possibly adaptive reuse as a boutique hotel and retail.

Built in 1930, Tammen served as a dormitory and training site for nurses, then administrative offices for Children’s Hospital, which moved to Aurora in 2007. St. Joseph’s purchased the site, and it has been unused and vacant since.

Mike Gerber, Principal of MGL, said that the developer would own and operate the building, but lease the ground from St. Joseph’s. MGL has built two dozen redevelopment housing projects in Denver, including the Amaranth apartments at 12th Avenue and Gaylord Street.

Rents would be 60 percent of area median income (AMI), according to Kurt Frantz of MGL, approximately $900 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $1,100 for a two-bedroom. Seniors 62 or older would be eligible to rent, but no assistive services, or common dining, will be provided by the operator. He explained that common areas,

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The blond, brick Art Deco-style building has sixover-one, single-hung sash windows and red brick detailing. Decorative brickwork includes arches and zigzag motifs.

City Council bestowed historic landmark status on the building in 2005 after being petitioned by CHUN and Children’s Hospital. As a result, the exterior of the building must retain its original appearance and any alterations to the exterior must be approved by the Landmark Commission.

The internal layout of the U-shaped building— long rooms and corridors—will be retained, allowing ample lighting through existing windows, which will

be restored.

“Each will be taken out, refurbished and replaced, single-pane,” said Frantz, explaining that a “significant” $13 million budget, beyond the purchase price, allows for restoration. MGL will attempt to refinish and use the original entry doors, as well.

Six two-bedroom units, averaging 775 sq. ft., will be created, and the remaining 43 will be one-bedroom, about 600 sq. ft.

Only six parking spots of 49 parking spaces will be on the property, the remaining 43 will be in a surface lot across the street. Frantz said that number was continued on 8

RIVER NORTH PROMENADE STILL ON THE HORIZON

By Lucy Graca Jeff Shoemaker tears up when he talks about his father, Joe’s, vision for the Platte River Greenway. At the dedication of Confluence Park on Labor Day 1975, Joe Shoemaker, the founder of The Greenway Foundation, said, “One day, the best place to live, work and play will be along the South Platte River.” “He was laughed at, of course; dismissed,” continues Jeff, now the Executive Director of the Foundation. “But today, the greatest challenge is that the parks and trails along the river are over-used.”

According to Shoemaker, many of the Foundation’s park projects were originally landfills

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and dump sites: Confluence Park, Johnson Habitat Park and River North Park to name a few. The newest Foundation project is a proposal for a Promenade connecting River North Park with Globeville Landing along Arkins Court in north Denver. The Promenade will be a pedestrian path along the top of the river’s embankment—also a former dump site—with park benches, picnic areas and play structures still in the planning stage.

Arkins Court, between 29th and 38th streets, will be narrowed to about 20 feet, from its current 35 feet.

This means that the trucks that service the Pepsi bottling plant and other industries along Arkins Court will be rerouted to Brighton Boulevard and Ringsby

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Court, though cars will still have access.

Shoemaker says the existing bike path will have to remain as is for the moment, though at over 40 years old and only eight feet wide, it is one of the oldest and narrowest in Denver. But because it is sited on a steep slope filled with rubble, trash, and a six foot, concrete sewer pipe, that project is too complex and expensive at the moment. However, Shoemaker hopes the path will soon be redone from Globeville Landing through Riverside Cemetery to the Adams County line. Gordon Robertson, Director of Park Plancontinued on 8

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NEIGHBORHOOD LIFE'S FUTURE

By Jill Farschman, Publisher

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We have some news to share about our Neighborhood Life community newspaper. In April, we are consolidating Neighborhood Life with Life on Capitol Hill. This decision allows us to focus our resources on continuing to deliver high impact print and online community news with a more unified voice. Newsworthy stories taking place in Neighborhood Life’s current footprint will continue to receive editorial consideration.

Founded in 1999, Neighborhood Life has a monthly distribution of 11,000 with 9,000 going directly to doorsteps and the remainder to high traffic business locations. Life on Capitol Hill has a monthly circulation of 21,000, of which 16,000 go

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Denver Public Schools’ Gilpin shame

By Haines Eason We’ve covered the Gilpin Montessori fight as news recently. This month, maybe the last we’ll cover the issue, I feel compelled to write an editorial on the subject.

I watched the Denver Public Schools’ (DPS) monthly Board meeting's public comment period from afar this month; I couldn’t bear going again in person. I

to doorsteps in the neighborhoods surrounding the capitol with the remainder distributed to high traffic businesses.

In a few key neighborhoods, there has always been a distribution overlap between the two papers-- namely in North Capitol Hill, City Park West, Uptown and major corridors like Brighton Blvd., Larimer and Broadway. When this is the case, we will continue delivering only Life on Capitol Hill. We will also re-brand our racks and start delivering Life on Capitol Hill to additional businesses located on the periphery between each publication’s current coverage map as far north as 20th Avenue.

The biggest changes will be in the areas of home delivery and to the com-

I wanted to first thank you both for your work in publishing the local paper and for being the catalyst in opening up the discussion on important topics for the community! The issues you discuss are specifically important to my family (we live in Cap Hill/Uptown) and I am sure you don't get enough credit for the work you do.

Secondly, Jill, I wanted to address a comment from you article, "Reflections on the Women's March." You pose a question: "What is the end game?" My best friend/wife and 4 year old attended the march as well, and it was inspiring. My very next thought was "now what?" What objective actions can we take (and those looking to take action like us) to be a part of change moving forward?

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munity north of 20th Avenue presently served by Neighborhood Life (Curtis Park, Five Points, San Rafael and Whittier). Although after April home delivery and rack distribution will cease in these neighborhoods, Life on Capitol Hill will be available at more than local 200 businesses and online. Active Neighborhood Life clients have been offered alternatives through our company or other providers.

Once our new website is completed, all distribution locations will be available to search online. In the meantime, readers seeking to locate any of our community papers are encouraged to call us at 303-778-8021 or send an email to info@ denvermetromedia.com. We are always happy to assist! Businesses interested in becoming Life on Capitol Hill distributors are encouraged to contact us as well.

message about how voting for DeVos is a terrible thing, or how voting for Sessions is even worse seems counterproductive.

Do they care or listen to those messages?

If they do, then what?

What do you and Jay believe we can do in our downtown communities to have a tangible effect moving forward?

Regards, Ryan Segelke ________________________________________ I just read your article “Personal Reflections on the Women’s March”, and found your comment a little misleading of Gloria Steinem being a playboy bunny.

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exemption has shown it to be a failed policy for market-rate rental developments that inappropriately subsidizes for-profit development without consideration of the impact beyond lot lines. Such a giveaway of public space for private use hampers the city's flexibility to shape the community for our residents and continued overlooking of these impacts threatens the economic prosperity of areas of the city.

After Denver City Council voted unanimously for a moratorium to reconsider the matter to solve these concerns, new wording, opposed by nearly all representatives of Denver neighborhoods, is making its way through Council at breakneck pace. Council should extend the existing moratorium to craft a policy that does not ignore Blueprint Denver's unit density recommendations for Areas

of Stability and allows the added profits obtained by parking exemptions to deliver tangible transit alternatives and guaranteed affordable housing. Any language Council adopts in lieu of the 2016 moratorium should balance our quality of life and support the small businesses adversely impacted by the current lack of forward-thinking policy.

The argument to continue exempting all “small lots” of 6,250 square feet or less comes mostly from development interests and bureaucrats already implementing the status quo. Yet a development on 6,250 square foot lot would be required to provide standard parking for their businesses or residences like any other project in the city.

When the exemption was first put in

watched another group of Gilpin supporters once more make their case for a stay of closure given what they say is (and what truly seems to be) faulty School Quality Review (SQR) data and improperly applied census data.

I also watched this third month of my covering this story as the Board sat impassively during public comment. Even Councilman Albus Brooks spoke, albeit a little late in the life of this fight, to no avail.

When comment ended, the Board made no response to the accusations and questions as it had in January and December.

The Board's silence speaks, and it leaves many feeling DPS has chosen to weather the storm and pursue an internal agenda in spite of significant community resistance. This is very upsetting, but it's also to form. School closures almost always

affect poor, minority communities.

I had planned to write an article examining emails obtained via CORA requests showing DPS had its eye on the Gilpin building for extra administration space and showing it had been in conversation with other schools interested in the space for their own needs well prior to conducting the SQR. However, in the end, I wondered what such an article would change. Without the threat of a lawsuit, I doubt DPS would adjust course in this case. I now believe as many in the Gilpin community believe: DPS has intended to close Gilpin for some time. Years? Maybe not. No matter the timeframe, though, I feel the community was not adequately prepared for closure.

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CITY COUNCIL MULLS EXTENDING SMALL LOT PARKING MORATORIUM

By Lucy Graca Hardly anyone reads the Denver Zoning Code for pleasure. But, recently, what looked to be another ho-hum amendment to Small Lot Parking Zone Exemptions (10.4.5) has become, in the words of City Councilwoman Mary Beth Susman (District 5), “a vigorous discussion,” not only of parking, but of long range transportation planning in Denver.

Here’s the problem: The current zoning code exempts buildings on small lots—6,250 square feet or smaller, or 50 feet by 125 feet—from having to provide parking. The intent of the exemption is preservation: to “encourage the preservation of pre-existing Small Zone Lots through exempted vehicle parking requirements to facilitate the reuse of existing buildings and/or the redevelopment of Small Zone Lots” along Main Street commercial districts like Colfax Avenue.

But in 2010, the Zoning Code revisions applied the exemption to the whole city, creating a loophole allowing developers to build “micro-unit” apartment buildings on small lots—with no off-street parking for the residents. For instance, at 16th Street and Humboldt Avenue, a developer plans to build 108 micro-unit apartments in two complexes on two adjacent small zone lots, with no parking facilities.

So, last August, City Council closed the loophole with a seven-month moratorium on the small lot parking exemption. That moratorium is due to expire March 31. Council President Albus Brooks (District 9) and Paul Kashmann (District 6) convened a stakeholders’ Task Force to study the problem and propose amendments to the small lot zoning code. The Task Force’s proposal ties parking exemptions for new buildings to how close they are to light rail stations and bus lines. Those close to

transit would receive an exemption for the first three stories; those farther away would receive exemptions for two stories. These provisions are the source of the “vigorous discussion.”

Several Council members, including Kashmann, Rafael Espinoza (District 1), and Jolon Clark (District 7), oppose the Task Force proposal for several reasons.

At the Feb. 14 Land Use, Transportation and Infrastructure (LUTI) Committee meeting, Kashmann explained the amendment doesn’t do what his district needs it to do. As the Task Force met, he says, “It became more a discussion of affordable housing and dis-incentivising the use of the automobile than providing relief for the neighborhoods from excess parking on their streets.”

Also at the Feb. 14 meeting, Espinoza contended his district contains one third of the small lots in the city but had no representation on the Task Force. He calls the Task Force proposal a “missed opportunity.” In a phone conversation, he was more frank, suggesting the Task Force was weighted away from neighborhood interests.

“I think that’s just ridiculous,” Council President Brooks said in a phone interview, arguing that out of 13 Task Force members, Historic Denver was represented, as was only one developer.

“This is just a hard, hard lot to develop in the first place, [and] there’s not really an advocacy group for developers.”

Espinoza counters that public comment from registered neighborhood organizations (RNOs) and Inter-Neighborhood Cooperation (INC) opposed the Task Force proposal by a large margin.

“This is what you get with a compliant City Council in a strong Mayor system,” he said.

Councilman Jolon Clark opposes the Task Force proposal because he believes it will not prevent the development of parking-free micro-units,

DPS SET TO BEGIN IMPROVEMENTS FUNDED BY $572 MILLION BOND MEASURE

By Jennifer Turner Denver voters approved a $572 million Bond in November to fund the construction of new schools and additions, install cooling systems at older buildings and pay for a variety of safety and maintenance upgrades. The measure passed with over 65 percent voter approval.

Denver Public Schools (DPS) officials are gearing up to kick off the first round of projects, which will largely begin this summer. Approximately $70 million will be used for cooling enhancements for 79 DPS schools with limited or no air-conditioning. Roughly half of the district’s schools were constructed before 1969.

Because Denver property values have continued to rise, and the school district was successful in refinancing higher interest rate bonds over the past two years, DPS was able to issue the newly authorized bonds without an increase to the bond fund mill levy that’s dedicated to the district’s general obligation bonds. Last year, the bond payment property tax rate was 10.25 mills.

For fiscal year 2017, the tax rate for the bonds will be 9.383.

DPS Superintendent Tom Boasberg said via email, “We are tremendously

thankful to Denver voters for investing in great learning environments for our kids. We know there is strong excitement about our bond projects in many of our school communities. We're excited too! I wanted to share information about how we schedule these projects. Our academic calendars and Colorado weather mean that we have shorter construction windows. Within these windows, our scheduling considerations include first, how critical is the project to our students' safety and security? We also prioritize work in our high needs schools and ensure that schools all over the city are receiving their improvements under the bond.”

Here are some of the local schools receiving money for building improvements. It is not an exhaustive list. The dollars allocated are for direct construction costs and can only be used for these types of projects. There is also money for student technology devices. None of these funds can be used for items such as staff salaries and student programs.

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but would exacerbate the problem in much of his district where older, twoand three-story buildings on small lots close to transit are common. “I can’t go back to the people I represent and say, ‘Sorry guys—nothing changes,’” he says.

Espinoza and Kashmann have similar objections.

Nor, said Clark in an interview, is there any evidence that not providing parking encourages people to use other forms of transportation instead of their cars. “This is the wrong tool,” he says, “like changing a lightbulb with a screwdriver.” He proposes incorporating Transit Demand Management (TDM) tools into the zoning code, such as requiring tenants to pay for parking or providing RTD EcoPasses and bike facilities, rather than using the neighborhoods’ public space along the roadways to reduce developers’ construction costs.

A June 2, 2015 online report by Reinventing Parking (reinventingparking. org) estimates that in Denver, providing parking adds about $17,000 per spot to developers’ construction costs.

Espinoza and Clark are also proposing four to six amendments to the Task Force proposal that would require developers to publish their rationale for parking exemptions, reduce the number of stories eligible for exemptions, and provide for neighborhood notification and comment, which would go before the zoning administrator.

“I am 100 percent in favor of [Clark’s] TDM proposal,” says Brooks.

However, he will not support Clark’s amendments for two reasons. One is that “there is no substantiated evi-

dence that these small lots are an issue in Denver today. The most egregious cases of development have substantially decreased. The market is taking care of this.” His second reason is that even if Clark’s amendments pass City Council, the Planning Department will reject them.

Several Council members thought the Task Force’s process was too rushed, and the materials provided by the Community Planning and Development staff were difficult to understand. The Planning Board sent the approved Task Force proposal to LUTI on Jan. 30. Councilman Paul López (District 3) requested an extension to the moratorium to allow further consideration.

Brooks insists that the Task Force process was long, diligent and inclusive.

He chided Espinoza, saying District 1 had every opportunity to be represented and that city staff and the Task Force were confident that this proposal represented the best compromise “between concerned neighbors and those advocating to revitalize some of our stalled smaller lots.”

However, at City Council’s Feb. 21 meeting, Brooks proposed, and the Council agreed, to hold the bill in committee for one more week in order to file a 60-day extension to the moratorium to allow for further analysis. The second reading for the Brooks proposal is now scheduled for April 17, and the probable new expiration date for the moratorium is May 26. The proposed zoning code amendments are available at denver. legistar.com. Search “small lot zone parking.”

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At Revive Colorado, the company owners and medical team have paired IV therapy with physical tools like this pilates studio to promote genuine wellness for clients.

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OPENINGS REVIVE COLORADO HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER There’s no denying we live in a high alpine desert. An estimated 75 percent of Americans are dehydrated regularly and that figure has to be higher here in town.

Revive Colorado is a new IV therapy and exercise studio designed to help with hydration and exercise if your goal is reaching peak performance.

Revive’s target is the young, healthy active individual who works hard and plays just as hard. In the space recently vacated next to Beryl Beerworks on Blake Street, Revive has set up a Pilates reformer studio that also offers yoga and hopes to add Tai Chi and other classes.

Owners Mike and Andrea Wall are happy to be back in Denver after a stint in Houston’s oil industry.

“As far as I’m concerned, this is the small business capital of the world,” Mike Wall said.

Rather than return to corporate work, he and his wife decided to offer Colorado a proactive health concept. That’s where Mike McGurren, M.D. comes in. He’s a board-certified, emergency medicine doctor and trauma surgeon who oversees the medical side of the house.

Different intravenous formulas are tailored to your personal needs on his watch. Each treatment takes from 30-45 minutes once you’ve had an original evaluation with the M.D. “In the ER, I give IV fluids all the time. It’s amazing to see how much better patients feel after two liters of fluid,” he said. He and his wife, a Registered Nurse, are active in Crossfit and other intense activities. Joining the Walls’ team was a great fit.

The fluids you receive are tailored to your goals and your overall health. There are three basic formulas, but also custom options.

Team nurse Kenzi Ghent said, “15-30 percent of oral supplements are absorbed by the body. With IVs, it’s 100 percent.”

Three chairs are available for IV use in a room far from the exercise studio.

Heated massage chairs and a fireplace provide a cozy, comfortable space during therapy.

The Walls decided to jump into the wellness business after talking with a friend in Dallas who had launched an IV clinic. Then, they added more.

Five Pilates reformers fill the study for semi-private classes. They also fold up to open the floor for yoga. Class options are available at revive4colorado.com. On Thursdays, there’s a Revive Live class with a live DJ. IV therapy is already popular with hard-core athletes. Altitude sickness victims can also benefit. Eventually, Revive may have a mobile van to stand by at extreme sporting events.

Andrea Wall is a big fan. She’s noted skin improvements and more mood stability since opting for weekly IVs. The space at 3120 Blake St. used to house Smirk, a graphics and t-shirt com-

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RED CHAIR BOOKSHOP You wouldn’t notice this new(ish) bookshop unless you stepped inside the Denver Central Library on Broadway. Red Chair is located on the first level. It features used and rare books, CDs, DVDs and library memorabilia.

“From cookbooks to history to art to children's, we're sure to stock something for everyone,” the nonprofit said.

The impetus to convert the former gift shop into a bookstore came from library customers.

“Visitors would frequently ask why they could only purchase books at our two annual sales, and out-of-town guests who can't check out books would ask if there was a way to purchase something to read on the plane ride home,” said spokeswoman Laurie Romer.

Red Chair has been open for about six months now and it’s been quite popular.

There could be up to 7,000 items on the shelves, with books being added daily. The Denver Public Library Friends Foundation manages the shop. These volunteers raise money for the library and all proceeds are used to buy more books for checkout, but there’s also a secondary goal.

“Since a major focus of the library is literacy, we want to put books in the hands of all Denver residents. We offer gently used books at very reasonable prices (mostly $3-5). This not only keeps people reading, it also keeps books out of the landfill, and it provides more funds to purchase additional books for the library. It's the ultimate recycling plan,” Romer said.

Current hours are Monday-Friday, 10:00a.m.-4:00p.m. Each year, roughly one million books are donated, sorted and processed. Some are sold online or at the semi-annual sales, but now, you won’t have to wait for a special date.

“If you are moving, downsizing, or just ready to empty your bookshelves, we will happily accept your donations,” she added. Check out dplfriends.org for more information. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted at Red Chair. The number is 720-865-1132.

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Customers of all heights enjoying the retro Sweet Cooie’s Ice Cream Parlor and chocolate shop. It’s in Congress Park at E. 12th Ave just doors east of Madison.

With just a pair of new ventures in

the ‘hood this past month, there’s finally room to share news on a place outside of the zone that’s worth a trip.

SWEET COOIE’S A new jewel box of a store is Sweet Cooie’s, now open in Congress Park at 3506 E. 12th Ave. Ever since The Inventing Room at 22nd and Lawrence Streets closed, I’ve been wondering whether a new ice cream venture would pop up somewhere and capture the city’s imagination. This is it.

While The Inventing Room was all about liquid nitrogen and nitro popcorn, Sweet Cooie’s is a throwback to the independent ice cream shops of the 1950’s and 60’s.

It’s the latest offering from developer and ice cream aficionado Paul Tamburello. The owner of Little Man Ice Cream in LoHi knows a thing or two about dairy treats.

Tamburello has a confessed love of nostalgia that’s evident in this precious, retro ice cream parlor and chocolate shop named after his mom.

“My Mom’s nickname was Cooie. Just like Little Man was my dad’s nickname.

(I envisioned a) back East confectionary kind of shop with hand made chocolates and ice cream,” he told LIFE. For Tamburello, this is a coming home. He grew up at Ninth Avenue and Adams Street, just a handful of blocks away. He remembers that childhood fondly.

“We’d ring doorbells and say, “We’ll sing for a penny or a nickel.” Those funds were then spent on candy at Capitol Heights Pharmacy at 12th Avenue and Madison Street.

His mom had a serious sweet tooth, although you’d never know it from the slim, graceful photos of her lining one wall.

“She was a chocolate freak,” he admitted.

Some ice cream flavors will be unique to Cooie’s to reflect its mid-century flair and some will be Little Man standards.

There’s a Bananas Foster and a Holy Canoli in a mascarpone cheese base created just for Cooie’s, along with other, more traditional flavors. A trio of vegan flavors, including peanut butter Oreo and horchata are on the menu, plus several sorbets and a retro rainbow sherbert.

You can get that ice cream in multiple forms; banana splits and ice cream sandwiches are on the menu, along with the Gooey Cooie—a brioche bun stuffed with the cool flavor you favor, heated in a Panini press and drizzled with cinnamon bun frosting.

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Where the original market stood, Americatus New-World Italian on Larimer now has an ample bar. This month they offer a new tapas menu for bar hoppers.

Six varieties of eye-catching ice cream cones are made in-house, including one that sports a rim of pink cotton candy. Kids and adults seemed to gravitate toward that selection on my first visit to observe.

Chocolates get their due, too. They’re crafted on a lower level. The dark chocolate Earl Grey truffle is worth a try; confectioners have achieved the perfect blend of some very unique flavors.

Music and photos are the first two things you’ll notice. Dean Martin, opera or Willy Wonka tunes greet you. The entire vibe is Wonka meets high-class, vintage hotel lobby.

“This is a great opportunity to do something unique and classy,” said Tamburello whose grandfather was a bellman at some of Chicago’s ritziest hotels.

The wait staff with their bright red bow ties reflect those standards. Here, Tamburello wants to give back to the community and the globe by supporting women’s empowerment efforts.

The suspended globe lamps remind me of Union Station. The star sconces are wonderful and the shades of blue are just as cool and refreshing as possible. Blue was Cooie’s favorite color.

One of the most charming features at Cooie’s is not an edible one. Choose a postcard you can fill out and they’ll send it to your mom just to let her know she’s not forgotten.

Cooie’s also sells imported Scottish toffee and shortbreads. It’s available for events and also caters. Hours daily are 11:00a.m.-10:00p.m.

CHANGES RIVER NORTH BREWERY It’s really been five years already?

Amazing. River North Brewery, which I think of as River North-North after its move to 60th and Washington Streets, was one of the first craft breweries around when it opened on Blake Street in 2012. It was an instant hit.

Last month, the business celebrated with the tapping of two unique, never-before-released IPAs. Anniversary Ale 5 is a limited edition American Double IPA available by the bottle or on tap as supply lasts. The second brew is called Anniversary Ale 5 1/4, an “irresponsibly overhopped hazy IPA” available only on tap.

“We took inspiration for these brews from coast to coast, all to showcase how our favorite hop varietals can be utilized in different ways,” head brewer Derek Goodman said. “An aggressive Double IPA with a bite, contrasted by a soft, tropi-

cal Northeast-style IPA. As a hop lover, I had a blast designing and brewing these beers.”

River North is well known for its Mr. Sandman, an imperial Stout. Many of its brews are cellar-worthy bottles designed to improve for up to 10 years.

In case you missed it, River North was named the 2015 Brewery of the Year in the Best of Craft Beer Awards. Their taproom at 6021 Washington St. is open Wednesday-Sunday. Their website is rivernorthbrewery.com.

AMERICATUS NEW-WORLD ITALIAN Since Americatus opened nearly five years ago at 2449 Larimer St., much has changed. The front of house grab-n-go market is gone. The latest renovation added a spacious bar in its place.

“It’s been four-and-a-half years. We wanted to see what would make the place better. We are trying to gear it to be more approachable for everybody,” said owner Iain Chisholm.

A new menu will roll out. Americatus’ signature pasta dishes remain but Chisholm is adding tapas to the carte.

He’s talking real tapas, not small plates.

Just several bites of each attraction so you can sample the selection.

“A couple bites for a couple bucks,” he explained.

February 10th, Americatus also rolled out late night hours. On Friday and Saturday, the space is open until 2:00a.m. serving a limited food selection. Dinner is served 5:00-10:00p.m.

Lunch is still offered Monday-Friday, 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

In brief, Chisholm has blended a few features of the now-defunct Dada Art Bar around the corner into his Americatus concept. Each Saturday night, the eatery sponsors The Get Down nights. Live DJ’s. Call 303-862-9850 for more or visit americatus.com to view the new spring menu.

CART-DRIVER When this eatery at 2500 Larimer St. debuted offering pizza, oysters and cocktails, I was a bit skeptical about their formula but Cart-Driver has been a major hit.

With pizza ingredients like clams, kale, crème fraiche, and sardines to shake up the pie world, their wood-fired gems have developed a strong following.

Now, there’s also an After menu, which offers several food or beverage items, including the Daisy pizza for just $5 each. For $5, you can get a can of sardines, olive spread and chutney, paired with a little loaf out of their pizza oven.

After several years of sporadic opening, The Craftsman & Apprentice Shop on E. 22nd Avenue is now open five days a week for folks seeking the most unusual of gifts.

Several cocktails are also available. Get the details at cart-driver.com. These deals are only available 10:00p.m.-midnight.

ALLOY MAGNETIC A former exercise studio at 2954 Welton St. is now home to Alloy Magnetic, a digital marketing firm.

Owner Megan Kilpatrick said her company loved their home on 26th and Walnut Streets but needed more space.

“We liked the neighborhood, that it’s walkable, the light rail’s D line,” she said.

“We build websites. In August of last year, we rebranded the company.”

Alloy’s new home comes with a blue door, a kitchen and a shower. It’s near Purple Door Coffee. Check the website for a full list of services, including spam reduction at alloymagnetic.com.

GLOBE HALL Since its opening in late 2015, Globe Hall has become known for Texas BBQ and music. Lots of live music. Founder Jeff Cornelius has now sold his venture at 4483 Logan St. What makes Globe Hall so delicious is that it’s been a continuously operating tavern since the 1890s. How many area establishments can make that claim?

The venue was once two buildings that are now joined. The second structure was a Croatian/Slovenian cultural hall, first opened in 1903. Originally it was called the Golobvich & Slogar Saloon. You try pronouncing it!

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The Rolling Pin Bakery on Welton St. now turns out baskets of loaves of bread in addition to sweet treats. The shop plans to expand its operating hours this month.

Ironton Studios & Gallery on Chestnut Place has changed hands. New ownership plans to build a distillery on the acreage leaving the existing buildings intact.

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these days and more cupcakes to meet neighborhood demand, but its Opera Torte is still stocked. One big hit has been the snail-shaped pain aux raisins, a popular breakfast grab in Paris. Its crafted from croissant dough and pastry cream to complement the sweet nuggets of raisins.

“People come in and they always call it by its French name,” said Martinez.

I have never seen his pastry cases full because I usually arrive after noon. I’m still searching for a sample of the pumpernickel bread or the rye with a splash of pickle juice.

“Never trust a bakery with full shelves at the end of the day,” he warns. Ain’t that the truth!

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music-and-food hall offers smoked and dry-rubbed brisket, ribs, turkey and other meats, along with sides and Banoffee Pie, the eatery’s take on banana pudding.

I’ve been unable to reach Cornelius, so I can’t say whether Lil’ Betty, the restaurant’s food truck, will continue to be spotted at local breweries. When we spoke about his first anniversary last November, Cornelius was excited about the prospects.

The Hall has been open Wednesday-Saturday. Stay tuned for details of any changes the new ownership rolls out.

The saloon’s number is 720-668-8833.

I PUFF CBD You’ve probably noticed I don’t write about marijuana shops—recreational or medicinal. The I Puff store is, however, a different breed that sells only CBD products legal in all 50 states.

Cannabidiol or CBD is a major component in hemp. It’s also found in marijuana but has no psychotropic or mind-altering effect when removed from THC and other oils.

After several years anchoring the backside of 3405 Downing St. in relative obscurity, I Puff moved to the front of the space several months ago to boost its curb appeal.

“We needed more office space. The company’s growing and we wanted more visibility,” a company spokesman said.

This is I Puff’s only retail location, although you’ll find their product lines in dozens of other independent locations, nationwide. Some of the product is manufactured here in Denver. Vape pens, pen sets and other CBD dispensing supplies comprise the bulk of the shop’s inven-

tory. There are also cigarette alternatives, if you’d like to cut down on nicotine and one-of-a-kind glass vape pen toppers made by local artists.

I Puff may soon become one of the first Amsterdam-type lounges in Denver.

Since November’s election, a number of places are bidding to open marijuana consumption lounges. However, dispensaries and bars cannot apply. It would be a BYO venture but also a chance to sample some I Puff products onsite.

For now, there’s more to consume here than CBD. Information about the health benefits of CBD oils—without getting high—is dished out in abundance.

A lot of nursing and medical groups have tuned into the company’s educational seminars. I Puff also hosts CBDTalkpodcast.com. You can find educational events posted on their Facebook page.

Hours are Tuesday-Thursday, 9:00a.m.-7:00p.m., Friday 9:00a.m.8:00p.m. and Saturday 11:00a.m.8:00p.m. Call 303-295-0379.

THE ROLLING PIN Baguettes in abundance fill the front window baskets these days. The Rolling Pin in the 2700 block of Welton St. has debuted their full line of breads, along with some new goodies in the pastry cases.

As the Welton Street Business Improvement District debuts this month, Rolling Pin is also planning on expanding hours and menu.

Co-owner Michael Martinez said they’ll be cooking up quiche, soups and Parisian baguette sandwiches starting in March.

Rolling Pin is baking fewer cakes

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STEM CIDERS You’ve probably heard that Stem Ciders on Walnut is expanding—to Lafayette! No need to panic. The area’s first cidery will keep its taproom on Walnut Street and eventually expand seating at its original venue.

The majority of the production is moving north and there will be a second taproom there paired with a restaurant and offices. Stem first opened in RiNo in January 2014 and has been seeking a larger footprint for the past two years.

The cidery produced 3,500 barrels in 2016, and anticipates close to 10,000 barrels for 2017.

The added facility will allow for another 10-fold expansion as demand grows. It will cover over 30,000 sq. ft. and two stories.

“While the majority of production will move to Lafayette, a small cider making operation will remain onsite for experimental ciders and wild fermentations,” a spokeswoman said. “The

taproom will extend into the soon-tobe-vacant production area as additional space for guests and special events.”

In RiNo, bluegrass music continues to be a feature at Stem on Thursday evenings. The cidery started with three different ciders. Malice became a crowd favorite with its “clean, tart flavor that allowed the apples to speak for themselves.” Now there are multiple ciders to sample on any given day. In late 2016, Stem introduced its Off Dry Apple Cider, the first in a line of not-so-dry beverages.

Stem's Head Cidermaker Ian Capps described the latest cider this way, “Instead of fermenting to complete dryness and back sweetening with juice to reach the ideal off-dry qualities, we halt fermentation at the precise moment just before all the natural sugar in the juice is fermented. This process allows us to retain the integrity of the original apple.”

The taproom at 2811 Walnut St. in the back of the building features a great warm weather patio. Hours are Monday-Thursday, 4-10:00p.m, Friday 3:00-11:00p.m., Saturday noon-11:00p.m., Sunday noon10:00p.m. The website is stemciders.com.

720-443-3007 is the operation’s RiNo number.

CRAFTSMAN & APPRENTICE It’s been just two-and-a-half years since C&A opened its doors on E. 22nd Avenue. Already, the crafts classes venture has grown into two storefronts on the western side of their building. Years of shuffling around are over. The new double space offers great room for crafts, tools and lots of do-it-yourself magic. A sign in the workshop area warns “Fingers Don’t continued on 11

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CLASSES, LECTURES & FORUMS Wed, 03/01 | Times Vary Winter of Reading There's still plenty of time to read books and win prizes as Winter of Reading continues through the month of March.

Pick up a brochure at any DPL location then start reading, complete three activities and win some prizes! | 720-865-1111 Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway denverlibrary.org Wednesdays, 03/01-03/29 | 6:00p.m.-7:00p.m.

Rotary Club of Five Points First Wednesday of the month is the Board meeting, fourth is Happy Hour! Varying locations for meetings and service projects. New members are welcome. | 720-891-0843 portal.clubrunner.ca/6166

Mondays, 03/06-03/27 | 6:00p.m.-7:00p.m.

Free Zumba Classes Beginners welcome! Free, offered by YMCA Community Programs Branch. | 303-292-2281 Manual High School, 1700 E. 28th Ave. denverymca.org Mondays, 03/06-03/27 | 6:00p.m.-8:00p.m.

Learn to Code Meetup An open house/study group for anyone, at any level, with any interest in computer programming. No prior knowledge/ future commitment needed. | 720-865-1706 ideaLAB in Community Technology Center of DPL Central

Hard Times Writing Workshop Going through a tough time? Telling our stories can often help process our life experiences and find new paths. Join a safe and supportive creative writing workshop that's free and open to all; sharing is not mandatory. | 720-865-1111 Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway denverlibrary.org Tuesdays, 03/07-03/28 | 6:30p.m.-10:30p.m.

Argentine Tango, practice and lessons Tango Colorado hosts these low cost Tango lessons, followed by a practice session where dancers can polish the steps they learned, interact with other students and advanced dancers and improve their skills. | 303-710-2250 Denver Turnverein Event Center, 1570 Clarkson St. tangocolorado.org/lessons Wed, 03/08 | 12:00p.m.-1:00p.m.

La Leche League of Denver Meeting With a topic for each meeting and time for moms to discuss current questions and concerns. All interested women and their support person(s), as well as children, are welcome. | 720-841-4302 Denver Health: Gipson Eastside Family Health Center, 501 28th St. lllofdenvercommunity.org Sat, 03/11 | 1:00p.m.-2:00p.m.

Active Minds: Women of Denver History The city of Denver was shaped by the efforts of many great people. Join Active Minds as they focus on the women of Denver and their contributions to the city and the state. | 720-865-1111 Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway activeminds.com

Wednesdays, 03/01-03/29 | 7:00p.m.

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

Tue, 03/14 | 12:30p.m.-1:30p.m.

Music of Aaron Copland and the American West Join Active Minds for a musical journey into the American West. Focusing upon works by Aaron Copland who was so instrumental in forging a distinctly American style of composition with works such as Rodeo and others. | 303-322-7727 Tattered Cover, 2526 E. Colfax Ave. activeminds.com

Fri, 03/03 | 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, 03/03-03/10 | 6:45a.m.-8:00a.m.

Monthly Downtown Democratic Forum Breakfast Get info on local issues and ballot initiatives. Public welcome. First Friday of the month. | 303-861-8050 Southern Hospitality, 1433 17th St. denverdemocrats.org

The Colorado Business Committee for the Arts (CBCA) Board of Directors has appointed Christin Crampton Day as its new Executive Director. With 30 years of professional experience in both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors, Crampton Day understands the important connection between arts and business. Visit cbca.org for more info. Photo courtesy CBCA.

Sundays 03/05-03/26 | 9:30a.m.

Tibetan Buddhist Meditation Learn both Tibetan and rhythmic English chants and brief silent meditations. Led by members of Yeshe Nyingpo Denver, a chapter of the Dudjom Tersar and aligned with the Dalai Lama. | 303-294-9258 Mercury Cafe, 2199 California St. mercurycafe.com Sundays, 03/05-03/26 | 7:00a.m.-7:00p.m.

Community Programs with Guided Meditation Several offerings on Sundays: Medicine Buddha at 7a.m.; Seva - Volunteer, work on projects together, 2-5p.m.; Guided Meditation at 6p.m. and Vegetarian Potluck at 7p.m. | 303-885-6727 The Denver Ashram, 1599 High St. denverashram.com

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Computer Help - Apoyo con computación Get individualized technology assistance from a in-house experts on your own device or a public computer. Learn the basics, such as email, social networking, word processing and eMedia. | 720-865-0920 Ford-Warren Branch Library, 2825 High St. denverlibrary.org Tuesdays, 03/07-03/28 | 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

Tue, 03/14 | 6:00p.m.

Money Makeover Class Examine your unique money personality and use new insights to create an efficient budgeting system that makes sense for you. Free and open to the public with parking and a light meal. RSVP required. | 303-573-1170 Denver Community Credit Union, 1041 Acoma St. denvercommunity.coop/clearmoney

Friday, 03/17 | 7:00p.m.-8:15p.m.

How to Get Over ANY Traumatic Experience Chances are that you had some pretty major relationship upsets either currently or in the past... We'll learn some important concepts about relationships, and then we'll have individual discussions about what to do about your issues and problems. | 720-209-0452 Dianetics Foundation of Colorado, 2340 Blake St. Tue, 03/21 | 3:00p.m.-5:00p.m.

World Poetry Day Celebrate the oldest oral tradition and linguistic diversity with Lighthouse and Hard Times Writers Workshops. | 720-865-1111 Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway denverlibrary.org Tue, 03/21 | 6:00p.m.-8:00p.m. ideaLAB Photographers Guild Discuss photography, cameras, photographic history, alter-

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Thu, 03/02 | Times Vary Varied Perceptions Show features three artists that use bacteria, seeds, light-­scattering chemicals and other unconventional methods to create images that defy categorization and challenge us to question the nature of photography itself. | 303-320-8347 Art Gym Denver, 1460 Leyden St. artgymdenver.com

Sat, 03/25 | 10:30a.m.-12:30p.m.

Black Genealogy Search Group (BGSG) The Black Genealogy Search Group (BGSG) was created to increase the popularity of their common interests in genealogy and Black history.

Their hope is to grow and expand the group's activities as well as attract new members. | 720-865-2401 Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library, 2401 Welton St. denverlibrary.org

Fri, 03/03 | Times Vary Up Close and Far Away JIm Milmoe is an internationally respected photographer of fine art, paintings and sculpture whose work has appeared in major books, catalogs, magazines and newspapers around the world. | 303-778-6990 The Pattern Shop Studio, 3349 Blake St. patternshopstudio.com

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based on marketing, not city requirements, and he anticipates only 70 percent of residents will have cars, as the closest bus stop is 250 feet away and on-demand transportation for seniors is available from RTD. A community room and theater is planned, and the developer wants to open it to the surrounding community, as well as building residents. The original Allen Tupper True murals—owned

by Children’s Hospital—were removed and restored, and MGL is working on getting them back into the building.

The second floor boardroom will not be retained, he said, due to earlier water damage that destroyed the wood. An exercise room and rooftop deck are planned for the eighth floor.

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A New York City developer is mulling over just how to reuse the historic Cathedral High School, having purchased the 1840 Grant St. property in December.

Rebecca Stone of OZ Architecture

told the audience that GFI Development was mulling over mixed-use options for the property.

“It could be residential, office, hotels,” said Stone, architect of record for the project. “They’re still trying to figure out what the mix is.”

She said the developer—with a record of restoring buildings and turning them into boutique hotels in NYC— plans to protect and reuse all of the existing buildings, although it was too early in the process for specifics. OZ Architecture has worked with developers on adaptive reuse and historic renovation; most recently Stone renovated the public space of Hotel Teatro.

Asked by committee members about applying for Historic Landmark Designation—for which CHUN and Historic Denver worked with former owner

Archdiocese of Denver in the past— Stone said GFI would likely restore the buildings first, “activating” the property, then look at applying, as that process might slow development.

Later, Stone told LIFE that although the gymnasium had some problems, GFI wasn’t going to tear it down: the theatre-like space would make a great public amenity, with good light and open trusses. The cathedral and convent are “not in bad shape,” but had some “challenges” to be overcome, such as access issues created by the existing stairs.

“They want to preserve what’s in good shape,” and adapt what’s not, said Stone. “It has a historic nature, a certain aesthetic, and we want to maintain that…we want to show what’s beautiful about it.”

is for the Wash Park neighborhood,” says Robertson. “These parks will also energize the adjacent corridor redevelopment to create place-making and encourage quality development.”

Shoemaker translates, “The Hancock Administration has long realized that when you revitalize a river, you revitalize a community.” He hopes that construction will begin this fall and finish a year later. Robertson is less optimistic. He hopes the design will be complete and funding sources identi-

fied by the end of this year or first part of 2018, but no timeline for construction has been identified yet.

Not everyone is thrilled with the proposed design, though. In a recent phone conversation, Brad Evans, a RiNo resident who lives across the street from the future Promenade, said, “On the whole, it’s a good thing. It finally shows a lot more respect for the river. But it’s a lost opportunity. It’s still car-centric.”

Alluding to the oft-stated inspiration of New York City’s High Line Park, Evans

continued, “The High Line doesn’t have any cars on it.”

Still, Shoemaker is relentlessly upbeat. Recognizing that because Denver cannot grow out, it must grow up and in, becoming denser, “these parks will ensure quality of life ... as more and more people have less and less green. The best ... long-term bang for the buck is to invest in [our] urban waterway, both in terms of quality of life and quality of economics.”

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Frantz said MGL has applied for tax credits from Colorado Housing and Finance Authority, and expects a decision in April. Contingent on award of the credits, construction could start in October. It would be available for occupancy a year later.

A project website will be launched in the future. Until then, email info@ mglpartners.com or call 303-892-6600 for more information.

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she actually did it as a career choice. Yes, she was employed briefly as a bunny, but she was on assignment with the Huntington Hartford’s Show magazine at the time. She was writing an article called: “A Bunny’s Tale”. She did it for the only purpose of publicizing the exploitative working conditions of the bunnies and especially the sexual demands made of them, which skirted the edge of the law.

And by the way, she did not pose for playboy, so the comment you made: “we used to think of that magazine was porn” in some ways implies she worked for the magazine, which she did not, she was only working for the New York Playboy Club, not the magazine, briefly and for a good purpose.

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Bilingual All Ages Storytime Stories, songs, rhymes and fun for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Storytime will be presented in Spanish and English. | 720-865-0920 Ford-Warren Branch Library, 2825 High St. denverlibrary.org Sat, 03/04 | 9:00a.m.-5:00p.m.

Denver Museum of Nature & Science Free Day Explore dinosaur fossils, space odyssey and more!

Community free days at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. A fee still applies to IMAX films, Planetarium shows, and temporary exhibitions. | 303-370-6000 Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd. dmns.org

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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

Sundays, 03/05-03/26 | 8:30a.m. and 10:45a.m.

Contemporary Services 303-322-5733 Church in the City-Beth Abraham, 1580 Gaylord St. churchinthecity.org

Tue, 03/07 | 4:00p.m.-8:00p.m.

Children's Museum Free Day Target is committed to giving back to the communities where their guests and team members live and work. Through their generous sponsorship, families can play for FREE the first Tuesday of each month. | 303-433-7444 Children's Museum, 2121 Children's Museum Drive mychildsmuseum.org

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Thu, 03/09 | 6:30p.m.-7:30p.m.

Who Is That On The Wall?

Participants can participate in an interactive learning experience while learning about these pioneers in Denver and Colorado history. Highlights African American Hall of Fame. | 720-865-0920 Ford-Warren Branch Library, 2825 High St. denverlibrary.org

The 2017 Athena Project Arts Festival supports the voices of female artists across the Denver metro area. This robust art festival fills March and part of April with the theatre, visual art, music and dance of talented female creators who make up Denver’s artistic community. In its fifth year, the festival will feature a world-premiere play, The Wave That Set the Fire by Ellen K. Graham, a mini music festival in conjunction with Swallow Hill Music, an Evening of world dance featuring a diverse array of choreographers and workshop productions of plays by young playwrights. In all there will be 31 events spread over 60 days across Metro Denver and over 250 artists will participate!

Tue, 03/14 | 4:00p.m.-5:00p.m.

Pi Day: with Long I Pie Pi Day is celebrated on March 14th (3/14) around the world.

Learn the formula for making a mini pie and learn the history of pie with Long I Pie. | 720-865-0920 Ford-Warren Branch Library, 2825 High St. denverlibrary.org

Athena Project's mission is to empower women and strengthen the Denver community through developing and showcasing women's and girls' artistic contributions, while inviting new audiences into the creative process. Visit athenaprojectfestival.org for more.

Sat, 03/18 | 10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.

Art and More with Children’s Illustrator Christian Robinson Award-winning children’s book illustrator Christian Robinson will talk about his books and lead a cut-out paper art workshop for kids and families. | 720-865-1111 Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway denverlibrary.org

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Tue, 03/28 | 10:00a.m.-2:00p.m.

YouthBiz Presents: Startup - Think, Speak and Act like an Entrepreneur YouthBiz and the DPL collaborated to bring 10-hours of engaging curriculum and activities that will enable participants to learn, think, speak and act like an entrepreneur, for grades 5-9. The winning team will receive a cash prize. | 720-865-2401 Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library, 2401 Welton St. denverlibrary.org

OUTREACH Wed, 03/01 | 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 Thursdays, 03/02-03/30 | 12:00p.m.

Home for the Heart AL-ANON Al-Anon's Purpose is to help friends and families of alcoholics recover from the effects of living with the problem drinking of a relative or friend. In lower level. | Trinity United Methodist Church Trinity United Methodist Church, 1820 Broadway al-anon-co.org Mondays, 03/06-03/27 | 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.

Sundays, 03/05-03/26 | 8:00a.m.

Lutheran Services 303-839-1432 St. Paul Lutheran and Roman Catholic Community of Faith, 1600 Grant St. saintpauldenver.com Sundays, 03/05-03/26 | 8:30a.m., 10:30a.m., 12:30p.m. and 6:30p.m.

Catholic Mass 303-831-7010 Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, 1535 Logan St. denvercathedral.org

Sun, 03/05 Every Kid in a Park An initiative the U.S Government announced that all fourth grade students and their families would have free admission to National Parks, national forests, national wildlife refuges and waters for a full year. everykidinapark.gov

Tuesdays, 03/07-03/28 | 10:30a.m.-11:00a.m.

Toddler Storytime In the Berger Children's Pavilion, Stories, songs, rhymes and fun for toddlers ages 18-36 months and their parents or caregivers. Craft activity immediately follows the program. Free. | 720-865-1111 Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway denverlibrary.org

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Mondays, 03/06,03/20 | 10:00a.m.-5:00p.m.

Hunger Free Colorado Drop-In Assistance Hunger Free Colorado representatives can help you apply for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) food stamps and connect with other food resources. | 720-865-1111 Denver Public Library: Central branch, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway denverlibrary.org Wed, 03/01 | 7:00p.m.-10:00p.m.

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Come for a free grand opening and tour of our new urban yoga addition. Meet the instructors and participate in free yoga and meditation including chair massage! | RiNo Yoga Social, 3101 Walnut Street lodomassagestudio.com Friday, 03/10 | 6:00p.m.

Cooks for Books Treat your senses to the wonders of Cambodian Cuisine! All of the proceeds from this hands on, three course cooking class will support child rights and education for marginalized kids in Cambodia. | Posner Center for International Development Posner Center for International Development, 1031 E 33rd St. cficooks4books.splashthat.com

RELIGION & SPIRITUALITY Saturdays, 03/04-03/25 | 10:00a.m.

Saturday Messianic Shabbat 303-322-5733 Church in the City-Beth Abraham, 1580 Gaylord St. churchinthecity.org Sundays, 03/05-03/26 | 7:30a.m.

Catholic Mass 303-322-8042 St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church, 2301 York St. loyoladenver.org Sundays, 03/05-03/26 | 7:45a.m.

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Episcopal Services 303-388-6469 St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 1280 Vine St. stbdenver.org Sundays, 03/05-03/26 | 10:00a.m.

Episcopal Services 303-831-8963 Church of the Holy Redeemer, 2552 Williams St. 303-831-8963 Sundays, 03/05-03/26 | 10:00a.m.

Orthodox Mass 303-698-2433 Saint Augustine Orthodox Church, 55 W. 3rd Ave. staugustinedenver.org Sundays, 03/05-03/26 | 10:00a.m.

Sunday Celebration – Adult & Children Services 303-668-2153 Unity on the Avenue Spiritual Center, 4670 E. 17th Ave. Parkway unityontheavenue.org Sundays, 03/05-03/26 | 11:00a.m.

Chapel Service 303-295-2107 Salvation Army Red Shield Community Center, 2195 High St. salvationarmy.org Sundays, 03/05-03/26 | 5:00p.m.

Catholic Mass for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender 720-515-4528 Dignity Denver, 1100 Fillmore St. dignitydenver.org Sundays, 03/05-03/26 | 10:30a.m.

Baptist Worship Services Zion Baptist Church 933 E. 24th Ave. Sat, 03/11 | 9:00a.m.

Shabbat Services 303-388-4239 Temple Micah, 5209 Montview Blvd. micahdenver.org

THEATRE & DANCE Fridays, 03/03-03/31 | 9:00p.m.

Hit and Run: Musical Improve Get ready for a spontaneous Broadway-style, song-anddance spectacular courtesy of Colorado's premier unscripted musical comedy team. From the melodies to the lyrics and choreography, every show is different. | Voodoo Comedy Playhouse 1260, 22nd St. voodoocomedy.com Wed, 03/08 | 6:30p.m.-8:30p.m.

Indigenous Film Series Presented by Indigenous Film & Arts Festival, Denver American Indian Commission and DMNS. October:Message from Mungo-Erosion around Lake Mungo in New South Wales revealed the cremated remains of Mungo Woman, the earliest known cremation in the world. | 303-744-9686 Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd. dmns.org Sun, 03/12 RMAA's Cabaret Unleashed "Love for Sale" A Fundraiser to benefit the programs/ mission of RMAA | 303-325-3959 Mercury Cafe, 2199 California St. rmarts.org

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SCHOOLS

By Linda Katchen, Ph.D. Julius Caesar was warned to “Beware the Ides of March.” Colorado students may feel a bit like Caesar as they are readying for testing and worrying about whether or not their hard work will result in their showing successful growth and progress. Schools and teachers have been working hard to prepare students for the assessments. The results are important to everyone involved with the schools because they are used to evaluate student and school performance. Good luck to everyone involved.

DPS has launched EDUCAradio, 1090 AM, an online, bilingual talk radio station providing English programming 3:00a.m.-3:00p.m. and Spanish programming 3:00p.m.-3:00a.m. This channel brings listeners news and information from DPS and provides real-time information to help families navigate the educational system.

DPS and the Mexican Consulate, represented by Acting Consul General Jeremias Guzman, met to discuss how to partner to ensure that all children have access to high quality education. The consulate has donated 25,000 Spanish language books to DPS families.

Cleo Parker Robinson is teaming with Manual High School, 1700 E. 28th Ave., to provide professional dance instruction to students. Cultures of Dance will be offered three times per week and is taught by members of the Cleo Parker Robinson Dance (CPRD) Company. Students will learn dance techniques and have instruction on a wide range of dance-related topics, including dance theory, history, culture and science. Students will have the opportunity to perform at school and community events and to assist in CPRD company productions. Priya and Matthew Burkett and the Burkett Family Foundation, a philanthropic organization dedicated to contributing to the quality

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place in a limited area in 2006, as rare as the exemption was, stakeholders could readily expect sensible redevelopment.

However, the mortgage crisis and 2010 zoning code rewrite opened the door to development for which the city was inadequately prepared. Under the veil of decreasing housing costs, “building forms” have been exploited to impose

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of life in Denver and surrounding communities, were instrumental in brokering this partnership.

Manual Senior Savanna Janae is a finalist for the Daniels Scholarship. The Daniels Scholarship Program provides a four-year, annually-renewable college scholarship for graduating high school seniors who demonstrate exceptional character, leadership and a commitment to serving others. Winners will be notified later in the spring. Good luck, Savanna!

Cole Arts and Science Academy (CASA), 3240 Humboldt St., has several suggestions for parents on how to deal with their children’s use of social media in ways that will protect them. Parents are encouraged to ask their children to keep their technology public and available to the parents. Parents can “friend” their children to see what they are posting and what their friends are posting on Facebook and other sites. If children are using a program that is unknown or unfamiliar to their parents, parents can ask the children to teach them about and how to use programs. One way to monitor what is out there is to Google the child’s name and the family name periodically.

Parents should not allow their child to post pictures and personal information on public sites. It is important for children to know that not everyone is safe and that sharing personal information can possibly create a dangerous situation for young people. More resources can be found at onguaronline.org.

The DSST: Cole High School, 3240 Humboldt St., debate team attended their first national circuit tournament at Arizona State University at the beginning of February. In their first year in debate and first national circuit tournament, both teams went 3-3 and were in the top half of elite national circuit debate teams from around the country. Congratulations, Cole debate students!

All four DSST high schools are ranked in the top eight in Denver for combined proficiency in Math and English language arts on Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS.) In addition, DSST’s high school students who receive free and reduced price lunch (FRL) have the same level of math proficiency (52 per-

high-unit-count residential developments into both traditional neighborhoods and neighborhood serving business districts. Originally, the small lot exemption had been used primarily for existing commercial buildings, later, those commercial buildings succumbed to 8-12 unit slot homes that, despite being over-parked, impacted street parking and did nothing to promote alternative transit options. And, with the squeeze

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McAuliffe Manual Middle School students problem solve with Legos and reflective journaling. The school opened in 2016 and is off to a strong start. Photo courtesy McAuliffe Manual Middle School. cent) on the 2016 CMAS standardized test as Denver Public Schools’ non-FRL high school students. The DSST community was enthusiastic to see that network-wide, DSST middle and high school in the key areas of Special Education (SPED), English Language Learners (ELL) and FRL students had higher proficiency rates than their Denver peers. DSST high schools continue to achieve radically different outcomes than virtually any other schools in the state, serving a population representative of Colorado.

At University Prep, 2409 Arapahoe St., 3rd-5th grade scholars outperformed all 12 elementary schools in Near Northeast Denver, Denver Public Schools and the state of Colorado on the 2016 PARCC math and English Language Arts assessments.

Polaris Elementary, 410 Park Ave. West, has several volunteer opportunities available at the school. Individuals can volunteer for the School Events Photography Team or communication or fundraising or leadership for the Parent Teacher Organization. If you have some time and expertise, contact: polarisprogram.dpsk12.org to get more

information.

McAuliffe Manual Middle School, 2540 Holly St., has had a strong opening year. The school opened in August of 2016, serving over 130 sixth graders. The new school is modeled after McAuliffe International School in Park Hill, which has consistently ranked in the top 10 of all schools in Colorado. McAuliffe Manual Middle School offers students a challenging, well-rounded liberal arts education that includes character education and international-mindedness.

McAuliffe Manual will become an International Baccalaureate (IB) candidate school and has Innovation Status within Denver Public Schools. In addition to math and language arts, students take classes in social studies, engineering, world language, physical education and the arts, to provide a well-rounded education.

There are still spots available in both sixth and seventh grade for the 2017-2018 school year. For more information on McAuliffe Manual Middle School, please contact the school for a tour. (720)423-6550 or visit the website: mcauliffemanual.dpsk12.org.

provided by high rents and high-dollar for-sale units, the industry trend is to divide apartments into ever smaller units to keep rental rates high per square foot while tapping the market seeking a lower monthly payment or wanting out of a shared living situation.

Increases in the number of tiny, two-person units the exemption has the capacity to produce will not lower Denver housing costs, unless you consider the reduced desirability of areas due to diminished quality of life and property values.

So, should we subsidize development by providing an exemption to parking requirements? Where circumstances readily support diminished need for parking, yes, and not just for small lots. But, should this be a blanket policy for all

small-lots? Clearly the answer is, no.

Denver should act swiftly and survey jurisdictions and municipalities that have already had success with creative and rational approaches to improving alternatives not just to driving, but car ownership, and then adopt policies that allow Council to apply them to small lots.

New policies must recognize that neighborhoods vary, as do transit options, and until the future without personal cars is here, people in Colorado will own vehicles. New policies must recognize that residents and existing neighborhood-serving businesses have paid for the right-of-way in greater proportion than developers seeking to profit by burdening that same right-of-way in ways that impact our quality of life and economy.

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Cole Arts and Science Academy - $3.48 million Cole Arts and Science Academy, located near Curtis Park, includes Cole Elementary and DSST Cole, which currently serves 9-11th grade students and will add a 12th grade this fall. There are 527 students enrolled in ECE-5th grade and 373 enrolled in grades 9-11. Cole was originally constructed in 1925 and named after Carlos Cole, one of the first DPS superintendents.

The school is receiving bond money to improve the cooling and ventilation system, interior LED lighting upgrades and an upgraded fire sprinkler system. It will also modify an existing field to create a soccer field and basketball courts.

Cole Elementary Principal Jennifer Jackson said, "We are so excited to be getting a cooling system. It can reach 90

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Grow Back,” but youngsters can master the tools under close adult supervision.

The growing retail shop has finally set some regular shop hours: 10:00a.m.5:00p.m., Tuesday-Saturday. All other times are by request.

The retail side of the house features an expanding selection of goods, including Wooly Wax candles, Backyard Soda Company beverages, Mig Soaps, Field Notes, Spellbound Herbals, A Little Lark Toys and more!

Summer camp registration is also now open. The summer camps may be for kids, but C&A offers adult classes, too. Stop by 1325 E. 22nd Ave., call 720-515-8611 or browse inventory at craftsmanandapprentice.com.

NOCTURNE To wrap up this section about biz changes, there are three anniversaries to mark. The first is Nocturne, the jazz and supper club on 27th Street, around the corner from Denver Central Market, that just passed the two-year mark.

While many music critics are quick to declare jazz dead, Nocturne has proved otherwise. They have attracted a wide range of customers of all ages. The club will feature “Sip and Sing” on April 4th.

degrees in the classrooms when school starts. Some of the kids are sweating and it is difficult for them to concentrate. We are also thrilled to be getting a soccer field and basketball courts. It will be a wonderful addition for the whole community."

Whittier K-8 - $700,000 Located at 2480 Downing St., Whittier K-8 has 278 students. It is slated for an interior LED lighting upgrade, new air distribution system and hot water piping, as well as safety upgrades to its kitchen.

PTA President June Scott has two children at Whittier and has been involved with the school for 12 years.

She said, “We are thrilled to receive funding for improvements to our school.

A visitor to Whittier commented to me that our school looked "old" and was reluctant to send her child here. I love Whittier and am excited to see the new changes that will be happening at our

It’s a collaboration with Opera Colorado, featuring their young artists’ group in a cabaret-style presentation.

The sounds will be paired with foods from Nocturne’s chef. Ticket details available at operacolorado.org.

HANDY DINER The concept of vegan comfort food has caught on big at Handy Diner, 2958 Downing St. The eatery celebrated a full year in business in late January and 23-year-old owner Teri Font did it all on a shoestring.

“There’s been a lot of support,” Font told me. “About one-third of the customers are vegan or vegetarian.”

In the past year, Font has hosted some art shows to fill the void caused by Rinoceropolis DIY’s closure. Breakfast is now available all day and hours have changed to 8:00a.m.-4:00p.m.

Font is adding a few more hearty dishes based around beef seitan (SAYtan). It’s a vegan meat substitute made with wheat gluten. Corned ‘beef’ and cabbage is on this month’s menu. So are biscuits made in house.

All year I’ve been waiting for Handy’s to put up some signage. Instead, they’re adding a two-wall mural of geometric shapes in purple, orange, lime green and turquoise. You won’t have trouble finding

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I found it very interesting that, two days before the Board meeting on Feb. 16, Chalkbeat reported DPS is planning to drop the SQR. Search “Denver Public Schools is already looking to overhaul how it closes schools—and these schools could meet that fate.” Several community members asked me privately why, if DPS is dropping the SQR per its subjectivity, can the District then not admit subjectivity could have resulted in the adjustment of Gilpin’s score and thus the school’s closure. I ask myself the same question.

The only reason I can come up with: closure was on the District’s mind long before the SQR was devised. And, contractor-driven tools like the SQR allow administrations to deflect blame for difficult decisions. If you’re going to close a school in your district, a school full of your fellow residents’ children and staffed by your dedicated employees, then have the courage to close the school yourself.

It really is a shame.

Columbine Elementary is several blocks north of City Park and 262 students are enrolled in grades ECE-5th.

The Cougars are getting bond money to improve the existing cooling and ventilation systems, and for an upgraded fire sprinkler system and interior LED lighting.

Prep Academy - $280,000 Located just north of City Park at 2727 Columbine St., Prep Academy serves 73 high school students in grades 9-12. It is slated to receive a new science lab and eating area, as well as an interior LED lighting upgrade.

For more information on the Bond measure and to track project status, please visit bond.dpsk12.org.

Font’s space any longer.

Handy’s number is 619-730-5264.

The eatery prefers cash and Venmo payments. Handy’s is closed on Wednesdays.

LONG I PIE When Long I Pie opened a brick and mortar space at 2400 Curtis St., I mistakenly called it Temple Bakery in print. Now that a first year of operation has come and gone, I stand corrected, so let me explain.

Temple Bakery is the space that houses Long I Pie and Five Points Pizza, plus the occasional individual new to commercial baking who wants to learn baking on a commercial scale.

Long I is open Tuesday-Saturday, 8:00a.m.-3:00p.m. Five Points opens at 5:00p.m and stays open late.

Since its debut in 2016, deep-dish quiches (always some type of vegetarian mix), cakes and donuts have been added to the Long i menu. Long I sells some of the largest chocolate chip cookies on the planet, too. Think 5” in diameter, if not more.

Special order cakes can be made to order, but there are always pies. The day I stopped in, the case contained three, including a S’mores version with graham crackers, chocolate and marshmallow.

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CLOSINGS IRONTON STUDIOS At the end of February, Ironton Studios at 3636 Chestnut Pl., just south of the new Blue Moon brewery, changed hands.

The original ownership has sold out to a new group that plans to build Ironton Distillery on the spot. According to party announcements for the space, the distillery will keep all buildings intact, along with the garden and grounds, and 12 artists plan to stay in the newer building which was completed in 2013.

“It was a difficult decision to make but we are thrilled that there will be continuity to the culture we’ve created over the past 18 years. They are artist friendly and I think will be good caretakers of the property. Come fall, you’ll be able to visit, sit in the garden once again, and try their spirits,” said Jill Hadley Hooper’s post.

During its nearly two decades in operation, Ironton has hosted over 150 shows, 10 solstice celebrations, weddings, wakes and many fundraisers.

Last year, Colorado Photographic Arts Center moved in and took over some of the operations. Now, they’re moving out to 1070 Bannock St. Send biz news to jeanne@lifeoncaphill. com.

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