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20th Anniversary Denver Central Library The story of how it came to be

By Caroline Schomp

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t’s amazing to consider that famed architect Michael Graves and local architect Brian Klipp never met before they teamed up to design Denver’s Central Library, which opened 20 years ago this spring.

Graves, who died in March, was a prolific designer of buildings— more than 350 all over the world. He also was a sought after industrial and product designer, including such mundane objects as teakettles and bottle openers for retailers such as Target. After a spinal infection left him paralyzed in 2003, he turned his talents to designing products to help the disabled and other items utilized in hospitals. Throughout Graves’ fifty-plus-year career he also taught architecture at Princeton University.

When Graves’ body of work is reviewed, however, the Denver Public Library project is often mentioned as an example of why he is considered a titan of post-modernism. And why local architect Brian Klipp considers that project one of the most exciting of his own career as well.

Denver voters gave three-to-one approval in 1990 for a $91.6 million bond issue. As Klipp describes it, his firm—now gkkworks and then Klipp, Colussy, Jenks, DuBois—was planning an entry in the design competition whose winner would get the DPL job. Local firms paired with internationally known firms. Their team’s celebrity firm withdrew three weeks before the initial submissions were due. Klipp assumed the opportunity was dead and left town.

“I got a call from my office with 10 days left (on the submission deadlines). Michael Graves had called and wanted to team. We’d nev See LIBRARY on page 3

Is Home-Share the Next Car Share?

Zoning changes to allow short-term rentals headed to city council…someday.

By J. Patrick O’Leary

DENVER BOTANIC TULIPS, the early risers of spring display their luxurious colors for all to admire at the garden.

PHOTO BY JEFF HERSCH

Five Points Jazz Festival

By Christa T. Palmer

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he 2015 Five Points Jazz Festival will take place on Sat., May 16 at 27th and Welton. The festival is a free event that is open to the public and promises an afternoon filled with many types of jazz including Latin, blues, funk, trios, youth-focused programming and more. The festival also includes food, culture and fun.

The Five Points Jazz Festival celebrates the history of the neighborhood, which was once known as the Harlem of the West. The area was home to several jazz clubs which hosted legends including Miles Davis

and Thelonious Monk. Since its inception in 2004 the festival has grown in size every year and this year, the festival has added 20 additional vendors, 3 more stages and 4 more blocks to accommodate that growth.

There will be 8 different stages this year including the Joe Bonner Stage at 29th and Welton, the Jimmy Trujillo Stage at Five Points Plaza, Coffee at the Point, Crossroads Theatre and Cervantes. The other stages include Blair Caldwell Library, the Youth Stage at 27th and California, and the Arts & Venue Stage at 26th & Welton.

Thurs., May 14, view “Keep

On Keepin’ On,” which was shot over the course of five years by first time filmmaker Al Hicks.

The film depicts a 23-year-old, blind piano prodigy, Justin Kauflin, and music legend and teacher Clark Terry. “Keep On Keepin’ On” highlights Terry’s friendship with the supernaturally gifted Kauflin, who suffers from debilitating stage fright, and how Terry mentors him through the challenge; whilst struggling with his own trials of life. Tickets are available at axs.com.

For more information on the festival, check the website at artsandvenuesdenver.com/ events-programs/five-pointsjazz-festival.

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ow that the state legislature has allowed (and regulated) car sharing through apps like Uber and Lyft, a City Council task force is exploring doing the same for Internet-enabled shortterm home sharing. Although renting out a home or room for less than 30 days in residential zones is not allowed under Denver zoning, hundreds are advertised on sites like VRBO.com, HomeAway. com and Airbnb.com.

A draft discussion document on how to allow and regulate shortterm rentals — Draft Zoning Approach for Short-term Rentals in Residential Zone Districts — is being circulated among neighborhood organizations and discussed at Council’s Sharing Economy Task Force meetings. The paper and public comment will be used in drafting a possible text amendment to the zoning code, although it may be six months or longer before it reaches a vote in Council, according to District 5 City Councilwoman Mary Beth Susman, who chairs the task force.

The first step, if the city chooses to regulate, is to make a text amendment to the current zoning code, Susman explained.

“The planning office said the best place to make the change is under Home Occupations, because room and boarding is allowed there… we would change that to allow (rentals of) less than 30 days,” she said. But unlike other home occupations currently allowed, a permit would be required.

“If we want to add other regulations, such as insurance requirements, smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors, we don’t know if that will be part of permitting, or something from Excise and License,” she said.

Imposing a lodger’s tax is also being considered. Susman has taken the draft paper to meetings hosted by Inter-Neighborhood Cooperation (INC) and Greater Park Hill Community and is seeking com See SHORT-TERM on page 2

CENTRAL LIBRARY, old and new artfully melded together in a beautiful, yet functional design. PHOTO BY JEFF HERSCH

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Short-term Continued from page 1 ment from other neighborhood groups. She has also transferred the task force to the Neighborhoods and Planning Committee, so that its meetings will be televised and made available online, starting in April. (The task force meets the fourth Mon. at 3 pm, Room 391, in the City and County Building, 1437 Bannock.) Any text amendments recommended by the task force would have to be voted on by City Council.

The Draft Zoning Approach, dated Mar. 10, suggests that: • Short-term rentals (less than 30 days) be allowed as a Specific Use Type of Home Occupation under 11.12.8.2 of the Denver Zoning Code, incidental or secondary to the primary use of residential occupancy.

• The same limitations on currently allowed home occupations apply, with additional requirements of a permit, issued only to a person owning or renting the property and using it as their primary residence.

It would exclude corporations, partnerships or other legal entities from applying. Non-resident employees or assistants would not be allowed, and the rented space can not be self-contained or separate.

• Maximum square footage restrictions would not apply to the rented space, the same exemption for foster family, adult and care, and arts and crafts studios.

• No simultaneous home occupations would be allowed, similar to the restriction placed on foster family and adult care,

and rooming and boarding.

• A zoning permit and $20 fee would be required.

Licensing and taxing recommendations were not made, as those regulations would be matters for Excise and Licenses, and Treasury, according to the paper.

INC hosted a panel discussion on Feb. 14, featuring Susman, Clark Stevens of AirBnB, and Abe Barge and Kyle Dalton of Community Planning & Development. The majority of public comments were positive, from people who were offering home sharing. Stevens stressed AirBnB’s commitment to working with local government and encouraging its hosts to comply with the law, but stated his company was only a “platform” for home sharing and would not speculate on how they would respond to future regulation.

Barge and Dalton confirmed that short-term home sharing is not allowed under current zoning, and explained the current enforcement mechanism, which includes Neighborhood Inspection Services responding to complaints by contacting the owner, issuing an inspection notice and notice of violation, and imposing fines of $150-$999 if necessary.

On Mar. 14, INC passed a resolution asking City Council to consider taxation, licensing or permitting, limitations on density and location, and enforcement mechanisms in creating new regulations, and to enforce the current prohibition on shortterm rentals.

The Sharing Economy Task Force last met Mar. 23. Susman set up the group after learning about the “sharing economy” and writing a story for The Den-

DENVER DIGS TREES, volunteers Cory and Caroline work hard as they bag mulch to be spread around the base of newly planted trees. PHOTO BY JEFF HERSCH ver Post. The task force considers and makes legislative recommendations on health and safety, insurance, code restrictions and other operating issues regarding transportation network companies, home, goods, labor, food, and other forms of the emerging sharing economy.

“They call it ‘sharing’ but I call it ‘collaborative consumption’,” said Susman. “First there was Uber and Lyft (the most contentious), next is home sharing.

When we work that one out, I don’t know if we (the task force) will continue,” said Susman,

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Library Continued from page 1 er met them and they hadn’t met us.”

They had to throw something together quickly. Graves came in just before the first interviews, which Klipp said were mostly to talk more with the architects about philosophy and vision than design, and to see what kind of rapport they could build.

“Michael and I had great chemistry,” he said. Their thrown-together submission was enough for the team to be included among the final six “very impressive teams from around the world.” The six were whittled down to three that entered into a final three-month competition.

After an orientation session, the teams worked for a month and returned to meet with the selection committee for a few hours to present designs. The final submission was expected to be a complete design that addressed all the issues and problems.

There were many issues and problems, ranging from political to orientation to historic preservation, according to Klipp. There was the existing library, a 1955 Burnham-Hoyt structure that historic preservationists were intent on protecting. The new library of 540,000 sf had to incorporate the existing structure of 125,000 sf. The architects had to figure out how to deal with the two structures’ misaligned floors and other details.

But the overarching question was: What should civic architecture in Denver be?

“How does a large building speak to Civic Center Park, the Capitol, and the Ponti Building (Denver Art Museum)? It also needed to embrace the emerging Golden Triangle neighborhood,” Klipp said.

The Graves-Klipp team worked through all of them, designing a building made of “…building blocks that broke the scale down. We were afraid that the building would be so large that people would get inside and feel uncomfortable. Michael designed buildings within the building, always giving people the sense that they were leaving one space and arriving in a new space,” Klipp said.

There was also a question of how the public should enter the building. Should the entrance be off a plaza created between the library and the art museum’s Ponti Building? Or should the entrance be on bustling Broadway?

The solution was to have two entrances, which was controversial.

“You weren’t supposed to do that, in a library,” Klipp said.

Then there was the question of materials. Klipp remembers explaining to Graves that Denver was not a mountain city; it was a high plains city and materials and colors had to reflect that.

“Colorado red sandstone, certainly, but there wasn’t enough money for sandstone, so the exterior of the building is mostly precast concrete. The green is, too. We used natural stone close to the ground and in the arcade,” Klipp said. “Some of the international architects dropped out because the budget was too low.”

Graves and Klipp made it work.

Throughout the process, Klipp said the local team worked smoothly with Graves.

“He was very smart about working with the client and press—to give credit to those of

us on the local team. He drew us into the conversation. It was part of his personality,” Klipp said.

Graves could afford to share the limelight. As Los Angeles Times critic Christopher Hawthorne wrote in Graves’ obituary, “Not many architects can claim to have spearheaded a major design movement. Michael Graves played a prominent role in three…If there was a thread connecting [his] disparate work, it was a deeply felt populism, a philosophy embodied in the slogan Target attached to his products: ‘Good design should be affordable to all.’… His architecture, similarly, represented an effort to bring back all the crowd-pleasing details—columns, gables, gargoyles—that dour modernist architects, with their emphasis on flat roofs and functionalist dogma, had banished.”

And Graves worked very hard at it.

“He would just grind away at it. I always assumed people as gifted as he didn’t have to work that hard. He did. He kept working and changing,” Klipp said.

His imprint is on every element down to the carpeting, the furniture and the lamps over the tables. They all interconnected to form a complete whole.

The final design presentations were a revelation to Klipp.

They took place at the Convention Center and were open to the public. It was a civic exercise that Klipp didn’t expect to register with citizens.

“But they started closing architectural practices and the local schools of architecture. On my way through the convention center I walked by all these rooms I expected to be empty, and they were full of people,” he said.

They split up the presentation with Graves presenting the vision and how it shaped the plans. Then Graves flew home to Princeton, leaving Klipp and his team to wait. As the architects of record, the call—if it came— would come to them.

“On the day of the decision … they didn’t call and didn’t call, and we thought we’d lost.”

But about 12:30 p.m. then-Mayor Federico Pena called and wanted them in the mayor’s office 45 minutes later for the official press announcement. Their design was accepted with minimal changes.

The committee members liked that the design broke down the scale into building blocks making each element distinguishable. They liked the arcade on the south side that made a gesture south to the Golden Triangle. In short, they liked a lot about the building that some others have criticized. For example, a group of architects and staffers at California Home + Design included it on a list of “25 Buildings that Should Be Demolished Right Now,” calling it a “catastrophy.” [sic] “There have been a lot of naysayers,” Klipp said. “If we’d screwed up, though, it would have set back architecture in Denver for years.” Much of that can be attributed to Graves’ “unlimited knowledge of architectural history and styles,” he said, combined with his insistence that the library had to be functional and had to flow.

When Klipp heard that Graves had died, “It made me think about all those things.

And also about all the projects that came after the library. How would they have unfolded without the success of the library?”

DENVER CENTRAL LIBRARY HISTORY, Brian Klipp (middle) confers with Michael Graves (on the right) and then City Librarian, Rick Ashton, regarding finish material samples for the exterior of the new building. PHOTO FROM CENTRAL LIBRARY ARCHIVES

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THE DECOR AT OPHELIA’S ELECTRIC SOAPBOX at 1215 E. 20th is sleek and sexy in some sections and more playful in others.

SPANGALANG, the latest craft brewery to open in the area sits in the former DMV offices at Five Points Plaza and brewers here are already used to fielding questions about where to get new license plates.

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Correction: In last month’s edition, I wrote about NOLA, a New Orleans influenced bar and coffee shop. NOLA’s owner is Henry Batiste (not Batista) and the specific address for his new venture is 2231 Bruce Randolph just a few doors west of York.

Opening Mistaken identities often make for great newspaper copy.

That’s certainly true for the first two new businesses that flung their doors open in the past few weeks. One is housed in a for-

mer government office and the other in an old peep show space.

“The first day, we had our first DMV customer stop in,” said Darren Boyd, co-owner of the new Spangalang Brewery. “After she got her (license) plates, she came back to have a beer.”

She probably needed one!

Spangalang offers the most fun that I’ve ever had at this address but it will take time to shake past memories of ‘take a number and wait for hours’ at the Dept. of Motor Vehicles office that once occupied 2736 Welton.

That government agency is now located at 2855 Tremont Place several blocks east and you can bet the entire Spangalang crew already knows its new address by heart. In their first week in operation, a number of folks with expiring car tags were introduced to this new business.

Spangalang is headed by Taylor Rees, the former brewmaster for Great Divide. Darren Boyd and Austin Wiley are the other partners. They met while working at Great Divide and they’re dead serious about their

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“All three of us are professional brewers with a combined 20 plus years in the industry,” said Boyd. “Spangalang Brewery will serve a wide variety of styles with a focus on quality and freshness. Our goal is to blend the execution and consistency of a production brewery, with the creativity and excitement of so many of these smaller breweries popping up. We will produce a relatively limited quantity of beer with the sole purpose of supplying our taproom.”

A 10-tank brewing system produces the supply and Spangalang’s team is adamant they have no interest in ever getting into packaging or distribution.

There’s only one place to sample their product and that’s in this former DMV space.

The company’s name pays homage to the Five Points neighborhood.

“Spangalang (or spang-alang) is a term used in jazz for a very common cymbal rhythm. We wanted a name that would evoke the rich history of the Five Points community without slapping you in the face with it. There will be subtle nods to that jazz history woven throughout the brewery. Free beer to the first person that can name what album cover we used to base our color scheme off of! But, again, while we're embracing that history, we're not going to be overtly jazz oriented,” Boyd added.

Craft your own flight by ordering the beers that appeal in their taster size. It’s a generous amount that costs $1 for most of the pours. Other sizes are 10 or 16-ounce drafts. When I dropped in, there were eight selections on tap including two IPAs and two Belgian doubles—one with a tart cherry finish—and several stouts.

The rest of the Five Points Plaza building is still undergoing major renovations with additional retail operations expected to open in coming weeks.

A sandwich shop is slated to open next door later this month so beer fans can grab food before they hit the area’s latest craft brewery. Welton St. Cafe is just across the parking lot if you’re seeking a meal not between slices of bread to bring and enjoy with their beer.

Hours are Wed. - Sat., noon 10 pm, and the rest of the week from noon - 8 pm. 303-297-1276 is the number.

There’s finally new life in the 1919 red brick Airedale Building at 1215 20th near Lawrence across from the Denver Buddhist Temple.

“This great building was

here and it had such a seedy and intriguing history,” said owner and head visionary Justin Cucci. “Like all of my previous projects, (the vision) was contextual to the building and its history.”

Before becoming the Ballpark neighborhood’s newest eatery, this address was home to a brothel, a peep show and an adult video library in recent decades. It’s now the home to Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox.

After transforming an old Olinger’s Mortuary building into Linger (yes, the name just removed one vowel), Cucci was clearly up to the task of creating what he laughingly calls his ‘gastro brothel’.

Ophelia's is opulent. Sleek.

Sexy. By design. Cucci said he found inspiration surfing the web.

“I found an image on-line, of a woman that just looked like she once lived within the walls of this building and she sort of became our muse for the space.

We named her Ophelia and she can be found in subtle ways throughout the space,” he added.

Electric Soapbox in the name is not as simple to explain.

“The name for the concept took a really long time, we had dozens of choices and it was a process, and one of the last things we did. All the names we were considering can be found on our cocktail menu.”

Cucci has amassed quite a following for his Root Down and Linger eateries in LoHi, and he has to realize expectations are sky high for Ophelia’s.

The menu doesn’t disappoint. It includes items like fruitwood-smoked bay scallops with chive crème fraiche, grilled lemon, and house hot sauce with lavash crackers.

Local sourcing of ingredients is still key, but here, with the addition of live music, the structural challenges were huge.

They included taking out a central wall and cutting a huge hole in the floor to create a prime music space—this is what will make Ophelia’s stand out from all the rest. That undertaking is the reason it took three long years to complete renovations to the space.

“Adding a new element to our food and beverage experience with a dynamic music venue and stage, (Ophelia’s is) meant to be an extremely experiential and social place,” Cucci said. “It’s located in an up-andcoming neighborhood that is starting to embrace and demand finer food.”

You can get a peek into Ophelia’s past as you enter. On your

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THE NEW OFFICES OF TETON WATERS RANCH in the 3500 block of Brighton also include the chance for customers to buy retail from the company that uses 100% grass fed meats. left is a blow up of the old façade when this address catered to a seedier side of life. It will look familiar.

Table side, there’s also a chance to click through the building’s history. Just grab that modern version of an old View-Master slide show on the table right there with the salt and pepper. You can peep inside and read all about the Airedale’s checkered past.

Be sure to stroll by the bar whether you’re drinking or dining. Cucci’s love of pop culture led him to incorporate vintage pinball machine back glasses into a one-of-a-kind bar top that shouldn’t work with the velour seating and other hedonistic design elements, but it’s simply brilliant.

Hours are 4 pm - close, Tues.

- Fri. & 11 am - close on weekends. Happy hour runs from 4 - 6 pm weekdays. 303-993-8023 is the number for reservations and opheliasdenver.com has the full menu. The venue’s Facebook page has a list of upcoming acts scheduled to appear.

Station is now open at 2735 Welton right across from the light rail stop. It’s from RTD that this new art gallery and designer toy store takes its name.

David Bywater and Allen Pettinger opened their shop in mid-April.

“We specialize in character and other unusual art items,” Bywater said.

The duo looked for a vacant space for over a year. Both enjoyed music at Cervantes down the street and just stumbled upon this space for rent.

It’s a fun stop with a giant red rabbit character glaring out the front window daring you to enter. You should take the challenge. The space has been transformed and the vibe is irresistible.

In addition to toys and art, the space also sells streetwear.

You can view examples at stationdenver.com. Hours are 11 am - 7 pm, Tues. - Sun. The company can be reached through its website or via Facebook.

Over on Brighton, the trend of turning old abandoned auto repair shops and manufacturing facilities into new retail continues to pick up steam.

Several blocks north of The Source on Brighton, Teton Waters Ranch has opened offices at 3560 Brighton that also offers retail sales of the company’s 100% grass fed beef.

This address was not designed to be a retail location.

That’s just a side benefit.

CEO and founder Jeff Russell said, “We have all of our samples and other items here when we run labels, etc., so we always have some good deals on outdated label designs or new sizes we've tried etc. It's kind of our “outlet” store.”

Russell said the space permits an expanded list of oppor-

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tunities. “(We) found this great space right on Brighton Blvd. so we decided to paint the front and set it up so people could walk in any time we're there. We don't yet have formal “store hours” but anytime the light is on inside we are open.”

Generally someone is there Mon. - Fri., 8 am - 5 pm. On site, you’ll find everything Teton Waters sells to grocers including their natural hot dogs, sausages and chili. They also sell ground beef and steaks here, which previously had to be ordered online.

“Everything we sell is made with 100% grass fed beef, no antibiotics, no hormones, and the animals have never set foot in a feedlot. All of our cooked items like the hot dogs, chili and sausages are made without preservatives—all the ingredients can be found in the average kitchen cabinet. It's all “clean label” food,” Russell promised. “(The) people who have

walked in are happy to know they can buy our items here and are coming back for more,” he said.

Russell added that he’s looking to hire folks with sales, marketing or production experience plus a passion for grass-based foods. He’s also looking for someone to swap landscaping help for good meats. 720-340-4590 is the number.

In the adjacent block, Visual Interest at 3444 Brighton opened in mid-April. They’re located in the former Miller Press building—a relocation from the TAXI development down the street.

The focus is on lighting here and VI is in the business of representing manufactures to designers. It’s not a retail store but the company does seek to educate folks on LED lighting, which makes up over 70% of their product lines.

The front end of the building is an open gallery space and the shop will be open First Fridays.

The five-year-old firm is also seeking new artists to exhibit in their space. Displayed works are offered for sale with no commission paid to business.

This last new business is a bit out of the neighborhood but every homeowner and weekend gardener may want to take note that the Denver Tool Library has finally opened at 555 Santa Fe. The name says it all. DTL is a lending library for tools. You become a member for $80 a year to check out and return those essential machines you only need once or twice a year.

This is the dream of Sarah Steiner, a young entrepreneur who envisioned a co-op approach to mechanical tool work.

“I wanted to have a space where barriers to tool work were lowered,” she said. “You don’t have to buy the tool to try it.”

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WHISKEY FLASKS DOT ONE WALL AT ARGYLL WHISKEY BAR on E. 17th at Downing where some walls were recently removed to open up the space and connect the bar to several dining areas.

Business Continued from page 5 up lots of volunteers to coach you through it. On the weekends there are a number of folks eager to help you learn, as Steiner

did from her dad.

There’s also a library of books for folks who want a deeper foundation on home repairs etc., and the Denver Permaculture Guild will be offering demonstrations in the coming months.

Most of the tools have been

APPEALING CHARACTER ART AND UNIQUE TOYS are just two of the attractions at Station, Five Points’ latest retail store located in the 2700 block of Welton.

donated, including a significant donation from Tactics Tool Manufacturer that included over 1,400 different items. DTL’s website has a wish list of other donations needed, including many home power tools in good condition. That address is den-

vertoollibrary.org.

Already, the collection is impressive and better yet, it’s searchable on-line. Table saws compete for space with a slew of gardening and fence setting items. DTL also includes a bike repair area where folks can work

on bikes in-house. It opened April 4th and plans a Grand Opening party complete with tours and live music Friday, June 5th.

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As foot traffic increases on Larimer, so has the business at Yours Truly Cupcake’s walkup window where the company best known for its booze-infused cupcake flavors sells samples of its wares.

Owner Tiffany Rose Goodyear has expanded the hours for her sweet treats retail sales, and the window’s now staffed Tues. Sat., noon - 6 pm.

Goodyear has made a name for herself with her booze-infused cake recipes but she also whips up non-alcoholic flavors for sale. Her mini versions are rich and satisfying.

So if you get the munchies, stop by and ring the bell at 3047 Larimer. Goodyear indicated that her selection sells out on the weekends already, so it may pay to call ahead. Her number is 303-638-3528.

Every time I drive down Larimer, I glance at her storefront and I’ve recently noticed a sign that read “Til Death, just north, Yours Truly” that demanded some investigation.

Til Death is a tattoo salon located above the bakery and it recently expanded its staff to seven artists to keep up with demand. Josh Wrede is the owner/ head artist and he has a twoyear waiting list for new clients, so demand is huge, indeed.

Wrede chose this business name after viewing a skeleton of conjoined twins that also inspired a major work of art.

The year-old business is open by appointment, the space operates Mon. - Sat., 11:30 am to around 7 pm, depending on artist’s schedule.

A website is on the way that will contain examples of all the word done by the artists in residence. That URL is tildeathdenver.com. Examples of recent works can also be viewed on Instagram. The phone number for more info is 303-297-1612.

Breakfast seekers in the area might want to stop by Coffee at The Point, 710 E 26th, to explore new See BUSINESS on page 15

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Co-Working Concept Thrives in Denver’s Cutting Edge Start-up Scene Wide-range of amenities available

By Keith Lewis

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hose kindergarten lessons where we learned to work well with others will really come in handy for those involved in the latest office trend for start-ups and small businesses, particularly in creative industries. The trend is co-working, and it is lighting up the Denver office rental market. Working out of a coffee shop is diminishing in popularity with the rise of public Wi-Fi invasions and the lack of confidentiality during telephone and in-person conversations.

Co-working spaces offer entrepreneurs the option of renting a first-come, first-serve open desk, a dedicated workspace, or even a full office suite that feels a bit more traditional.

Co-working spaces typically offer Wi-Fi, conference room use, telephones, and the opportunity to collaborate with other entrepreneurs in the same space. The entrepreneurs share workspace and the costs, and by leveraging technology, save money.

Co-working was not possible until the rise of technology enabled paperless businesses. Indeed, a smartphone performs half the job of an assistant fifty years ago. It’s the agility of the modern office that makes co-working possible.

With the rise of freelancing and remote work arrangements, the self-employed have found greater flexibility and

cost savings in the co-working concept. Co-working is really the latest extension of the millennial-driven sharing economy.

The younger generation has innovated commerce by introducing the idea of sharing costs by using only what you need, when you need it and sharing the rest with others. Uber and Lyft pioneered the ride-sharing economy. Now, co-working innovators try to perfect that concept for the shared use of office space and its companion amenities.

Denver is usually a city on the cutting edge of trends, and this latest one is no different. Just a cursory web search for co-working spots in Denver reveals more than a dozen options, with cool names like Shift, Industry, Converge, Cluster, Creative Density, and Pivot Desk. There is even one geared specifically to lawyers called, Law Bank. Even long-time executive and virtual office stalwart, Regus, now offers co-working in Denver now.

At Industry, located in RiNo at 3001 Brighton, co-owner and designer Ellen Winkler describes their concept as “shared workspace” which she considers slightly different than co-working. Instead of working in open areas, tenants at Industry have small, private offices custom-designed for their business, plus all the common area amenities of your typical co-working facility.

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Industry also tries to curate its tenants to fit within its existing directory of technology and creative start-ups.

“We try to create the perfect dinner party of tenants,” notes Winkler.

In addition to scores of smaller businesses, Industry is anchored by a few larger businesses and Denver icons, such as the office headquarters for Snooze, CorePower Yoga, and Uber’s Denver office.

Shift Workspaces, on Capitol Hill at 383 Corona offers a plethora of co-working options from open desk to dedicated office suites and everything in between. Their 70+ tenants enjoy an incredible catalog of free amenities including Ink coffee, Bull and Bush beer on tap, plus free weekly yoga and fitness boot camps led by trainers to burn off those free suds. CEO of Shift Workspaces, Grant Barnhill, takes pride in the community events such as networking, happy hours, and even the fitness classes which build tenant camaraderie.

“The difference between the new co-working concept and traditional executive offices is that we are building a community, not just renting space,” said Barnhill.

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There are countless options in between, usually with a widerange of neat amenities such as fitness, Wi-Fi, phone plans, and conference room use.

Many co-working professionals are freelancers or remote workers who want to get out of the house, while also keeping overhead costs low. Some of these facilities are also offering amazing amenities like on-site food, free coffee and beer, and fitness trainers. With all the fantastic amenities offered by the dozens of co-working spaces around Denver, the only challenge left in your business might be actually getting some work done.

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Eat & Drink An Oldie but a Goodie – Tom’s Home Cookin’

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hood, a squat brick building with a small glassed-in portico—like an old Wendy’s or fastfood restaurant constructed in the ‘70s. A line begins to snake around the limited foyer ten

minutes before opening, reaching into the rainy outdoors. A 1%er ushers his family in, a couple stands in front of me (the guy is a bit bedraggled from his Memphis-Denver flight), and a chuckling foursome of men tell each other inside jokes. The customer base is a motley crew of all races, ages and genders. This accessibility card is certainly due to its outstanding price to portion ratio and the quick counter service. And of course, its hallmark home cookin’. A few rules before proceeding.

Seating rules: “No Seat Saving, Table Saving, Waiting at Tables.”

“Cash Only” signs are constant reminders on the way to the counter, posted next to the whiteboard menu listing entrees and side options du jour.

Steve Jankousky, co-owner of Tom’s, takes my order (Be vigilant. No time is wasted in this line). He tries to place me while I request BBQ Pork, green beans, mash potatoes. “Nope, I can’t remember.”

“Daniel Webster, it’s easy,” I said.

“Uh, weird,” as he nods his head, and then rattles off my corn bread options.

Tom Unterwagner stands at the register in sync with his co-founder and partner Steve. “$13.00 and here’s your small drink.”

There is no dilly-dally or decorum issues here. Just a kind, move-it mentality. And that’s the type of service you want in a place with a line. It wasn’t always seamless though.

“When we first opened it was like any restaurant, a big puzzle.

You have a set amount of space in the kitchen, a certain number of employees, and everybody needs a workspace to do their job, so it took a while to figure out how the puzzle fit together,” said Jankousky to me by phone the next day. The queue seems solved.

As I fill up my cup, I scan for a table and find myself seated next to a union worker. Jim is

a brickhouse, and it only makes sense that he moves sets and heavy equipment for the Denver Theatrical Stage, Film and Exhibition Employees’ Union.

“We do all the convention center set-ups and Red Rocks.” I ask if he likes the gig.

“Job is alright. Gotta get that coin. I like to eat,” as he points down at his home cooking.

I notice we both have ordered the shredded pork barbeque, a succulent pile of meat that is a menu mainstay. The food doesn’t fail. It’s like sitting down with a Southern Family on Sunday, minus the laid back atmosphere and the familiar faces. Jim and I scarf down our respective plates, the line outside only growing as the time draws nearer to noon.

All entrees are served with two sides stuffed inside compostable three-compartment containers with a customary slice of cornbread that is plopped right on top.

“It [the menu] used to be more haphazard. You’d never know what you were going to see when you came in. We figured out most just want their comfort food. So five entrees and six sides are always on the menu, but we change out one entree daily along with two sides. If we ever took macaroni ‘n’ cheese off the menu though, people would freak out,” says Jankousky.

In case you get the counter line jitters, Tom and Steve update their menu daily on Twitter.

With a strong “following” base in reality and over the web, it makes sense they do without a website. It would be a mere ornament.

I save my cornbread for later as I “excuse” my way through the ever extending line, thankful for my early bird lunch as a few patrons huddle around the heaters waiting for the rain to subside, and the home cooking on the inside.

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Neighborhood Calendar listings are free. Local, special, free & non-profit events are given priority. Mail to P.O. Box 18344, Denver, CO 80218 or email to Editor@LifeOnCapHill.com. Deadline: 20th of current month for next month’s listings. Note that NL is published on the first Wednesday of the month. Readers are advised to call the appropriate number to verify dates & times. The calendar is also available at Neighborhood-Life.com.

COMMUNITY WEEKDAYS: Community Dinners, Salvation Army Red Shield Center, 29th & High, 4:30 children only, 5 pm adults & families. Call 303-295-2107.

MONDAY, MAY 25: Memorial Day Holiday. Remember to honor our fallen war heroes this day. Freedom is not free.

TUESDAY, MAY 5: Free Day, Denver Children’s Museum, 2121 Children’s Museum Dr. Call 303-433-7444. Adults and children are free, families play free on the 1st Tues. of each month 4 - 8 pm.

TUESDAY, MAY 5 & 19: Corona MOPS, a faith-based moms’ group offering friendship & support, 9-11:30 am, Corona Presbyterian Church, 1205 E. 8th.

Open to any woman pregnant or with a child kindergarten age or younger; child care & brunch provided. Call 303-832-2297.

WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS: 16th & Josephine Recycling Center open 3-6 pm Weds. & 9 am-12 pm Sat. FRIDAY, MAY 1: Community Resources Forum, 9-10:30 am, Sterne-Elder Room of Exempla St. Joseph Hospital, Russell Pavilion, 19th & Lafayette. Free Continental breakfast, varying presentations. Free parking in Humboldt Garage off 20th.

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SATURDAY, MAY 2: Community Awareness Program, Counterterrorism Education Learning Lab (CELL), 99 W. 12th, 6-8 pm. Call 303-844-4000, ext. 8.

•1st Annual Denver GOP Kentucky Derby Party Saturday, May 2nd, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Colorado Auto Dealers Association Building (CADA) 290 East Speer Blvd. Join us for Mint Juleps (Sponsored by Woodford Reserve), Horseshoes, Trivia Contest, Big Floral Hats & More.

SATURDAY, MAY 23: Kick off the Holiday week-end.

Memorial Day Parade begins at 10 am at 14th Avenue and Court. Come out and help the City & County of Denver honors its fallen war heroes on Memorial Day. Free admission.

SATURDAY, MAY 23: Free Rock Concert. Downtown Denver at the 16th Street Mall will be transformed into a massive free rock concert when 20+ bands take to five stages for the annual Denver Day of Rock.

The performance areas will be along the 16th Street Mall, Denver's mile-long pedestrian promenade, making it easy to roam from act to act. Food and beverage booths will be set up throughout downtown for the event (which benefits Amp the Cause, a Denver charity), with free music rocking the city 2:30 to 9:30 pm.

SUNDAY, MAY 10: Mother’s Day, Be sure to remember and honor your Mother for everything she has done for you!

SUNDAY MAY 24: The annual Whittier DAYZ celebration on 28th between Race & Williams, 3 - 8 pm. The community event will have food trucks, live bands, and kids’ activities.

SUNDAY & MONDAY, MAY 24 & 25: The 36th-annual Old South Gaylord Memorial Day Weekend Festival offers family fun with magic shows for children and live music for adults. Times: Sunday 10 am - 8 pm, Monday 10 am - 4 pm. Admission is free.

SUNDAY, MAY 31: Free Day, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado, 10 am-5 pm. Call 303-322-7009.

Call 303-832-5000.

FAMILY TUESDAYS: “Book Babies,” a language enrichment program for babies age six to 23 months, 10:30 am, Ford Warren Library, 28th & High. Call 720-865-1306.

• Young Children’s Storytime, The Tattered Cover, Colfax & Elizabeth, 10:30 am.

Free. Different topic each week.

Call 720-865-0920.

TUESDAY, MAY 5: Free Day, Denver Children’s Museum, 2121 Children’s Museum Dr. Call 303-433-7444 THURSDAY MAY 7: Macedonia Kinship Care Group, 1-3 pm at Macedonia Baptist Church, 3240 Adams. For relatives raising children. Repeated 1st Thurs. of every month.

FRIDAY, MAY 1, 15 & 29: Together Colorado, 9-11:30 am, Corona Presbyterian Church, 1205 E. 8th. For pregnant women & mothers of preschoolers to five years old. Brunch, speakers, childcare provided. First visit free. Repeated every 1st & 3rd (& 5th) Fri. of the month. Call 303-832-2297.

FRIDAYS: Bilingual Storytime, Ford Library, 28th & High, 10:30 am. Call 720-865-0920.

FRIDAY, MAY 1: Free Day, Four Mile Historic Park, 1st Fri. of every month is free. 715

IT'S THE 9TH ANNUAL RINO ART SAFARI! Culturally speaking, RiNo (River North Art District) is one of the hottest locales in Denver for creatives. Spend the day visiting art studios, viewing murals, and then grab a hand-crafted beer at a brewery or dine in a hip restaurant. There's a website just for this event, with a map and more information. May 9, 11 am. - 4 pm. 303-308-9345; rinoart.org S. Forest. Call 720-865-0800.

EVENTS MAY, WEEKDAYS: Create Great Credit, a free class at Denver Community Credit Union, 1041 Acoma. Registration required: denvercommunity.coop/clearmoney.

MONDAY MAY $ & 18: Skyline Toastmasters meet at 6:30 pm in the 11th fl. conference rm. of Kaiser Permamente, 2045 Franklin. Visitors welcome. Repeated the 1st & 3rd Mon. of every month. Call 303-778-0064.

FRIDAY, MAY 1: Free Day, Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest. 1st Fri. of every month is free. Call 720-865-0800.

FRIDAY, MAY 8: GOP Monthly Breakfast at Pete's Greek Town Cafe, 2910 Colfax at 7 am. Great speakers. Conservative camaraderie. Please RSVP, so we can plan appropriately.

No need to pay in advance, but please order breakfast to support Pete's. Individual checks.

Be there at 7:00am and order by 7:20am so our speaker can speak uninterrupted. Repeated 2nd Fri. of the month. On-line registration required.

FRIDAY, MAY 29: City Park Ice Cream Social — free to the public. Enjoy free ice cream and face painting, costume contest, and concert with the Denver Municipal Band, 6 - 9 pm, City Park Pavilion.

SATURDAY MAY 2: Free Day, adults & children, the Denver Art Museum, 13th & Acoma, 10 am-5 pm. Call 720-8655000. General admission is free every day for kids all ages under

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MONDAY MAY 18: Monthly meeting of the Denver Garden Club, 7 pm, 1556 Emerson.

Member, Colo. Federation of Garden Clubs. All welcome. Repeated 3rd Mon. of every month.

Call 303-320-5983.

WEDNESDAYS: Rotary Club of Five Points Cultural District meets 6-7 pm, Fluid meeting spaces, 501 E. 19th at Pennsylvania. New members welcome.

• Kiwanis Club of Denver, 12-1:30 pm, Maggiano’s at See CALENDAR on page 10

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Calendar Continued from page 9 the Denver Pavilions, 16th & Glenarm. Program varies weekly.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 6: Free Legal Night at El Centro de San Juan Diego, 2830 Lawrence. 20 volunteer lawyers, oneon-one consultations, 5:30-7 pm.

First come, first serve. Spanish/ English provided. Repeated the 1st Weds. of every month. Call 303-573-1302.

• Monthly meeting of Democratic Party of Denver House District 5, Colorado Democratic Party HQ, 789 Sherman, 7- 9 pm. Repeated 1st Weds. of every month, varying location.

Call 303-830-8242.

THURSDAYS: Fillmore Community Network, focuses on sustainability, 7:30 - 9 am, 1633 Fillmore, 1st fl. conference rm.

Location changes monthly. Call 303-399-2100.

• Denver Socrates Cafe

meets at 7pm, Trinity United Methodist Church, 18th & Broadway, to discuss a variety of important topics. Free. Call 303861-1447 THURSDAY MAY 7:Monthly meeting of Parents & Friends of Lesbians & Gays (PFLAG), 6:30 pm, Montview Blvd. Presbyterian Church, 1980 Dahlia.

Repeated 1st Thurs. of every month with a different topic.

Call 303-573-5861.

THURSDAY MAY 21: Monthly meeting of Financially Fit Females, 6 pm. First meeting free, location & topic change monthly. Call 303-993-3939.

FRIDAY, MAY 1: Community Resources Forum, 9-10:30 am, Sterne-Elder Room of Exempla St. Joseph Hospital, Russell Pavilion, 19th & Lafayette. Free Continental breakfast, varying presentations. Free parking in Humboldt Garage off 20th.

Continues the 1st Fri. of every month. Call 303-866-8889.

FRIDAYS:

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THE TATTERED COVER LoDo invites you to a book discussion/signing of author Lisa Wimberger's new book, Neurosculpting: A Whole-Brain Approach to Heal Trauma, Rewrite Limiting Beiefs, and Find Wholeness. What we don't know about the brain, and what we are learning has become a compelling, hopeful topic. Wimberger has a private practice in Denver, and also is the author of New beliefs, New Brain. 1628 16th, May 14th, 7 pm. 303-436-1070; tatteredcover.com Toastmasters, noon - 1 pm, Webb Building, 201 W. Colfax, Rm. 414. Call 720-209-2896.

• Denver IDEA Cafe, a business start-up & brainstorming group, 2 pm, Panera Bread, 1350 Grant. Guest Speakers. Free.

Call 303-861-1447.

SATURDAY, MAY 16: Valverde Bazaar at Eron Johnson Antiques, 389 South Lipan Street, voted Denver’s best flea market, one day only, 9 am - 4 pm, free admission, 85+ sellers, food trucks, lot and street parking available.

SUNDAY, MAY 17: Meditation and Kirtan. Every Sunday at 4 pm at 854 Pearl Street. Childcare provided. For more info call Ed 720-810-9071.

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WILLIAM HAVU GALLERY is pleased to present 'Earth, Water and Sky,' works by artists James Cook, Jivian Lee and David Warner. If you are an aficionado of well-crafted, painted landscapes, this show won't disappoint. 1140 Cherokee, May 8 - June 30, 303-893-2360; williamhavugallery.com

MONDAYS: Bridge Group, 12:30 - 3:30 pm, & Movie Night Mondays, 6:30 pm, both at Coffee at the Point, 27th & Welton, free garage parking. Free Adm. Call 303-955-2237 TUESDAY, MAY 12: “Downtown Bookies” book discussion group considers a different work each month, 7-8:30 pm, 4th floor meeting room of the Denver

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TUESDAYS: Classic Film Series at Denver Central Library, Level B2 Conference Center at 7-9:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

FRIDAY, MAY 15: The Denver Academy of Dramatic Arts and Visionbox Studio present Tennessee Williams’ one-act play, “The Lady of Larkspur Lotion,” directed by Jennifer McCray Rincon. 6:30 pm, Beacons Community Space, 2630 East Third. Free admission. Food and drink by Nova Catering. Doors open 6 pm. Call 303-623-3003.

FRIDAY, MAY 15: The Denver Academy of Dramatic Arts and Visionbox Studio present Tennessee Williams’ one-act play, “Portrait of a Madonna,” directed by Jennifer McCray Rincon, 8 pm, Beacons Community Space, 2630 East Third. Free admission.

Food and drink by Nova Catering. Doors open 7:30 pm. Call 303-623-3003.

FRIDAY, MAY 22: The Denver Academy of Dramatic Arts and Visionbox Studio present Tennessee Williams’ one-act play, “The Long Goodbye,” directed by Jennifer McCray Rincon, 6:30 pm, Beacons Community Space, 2630 East Third.

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by Nova Catering. Doors open 6 pm. Call 303-623-3003.

FRIDAY, MAY 22: The Denver Academy of Dramatic Arts and Visionbox Studio present Tennessee Williams’ one-act play, “Talk to Me Like the Rain and Let Me Listen,” directed

by Jennifer McCray Rincon, 8 pm, Beacons Community Space, 2630 East Third. Free admission. Food and drink by Nova Catering. Doors open 7:30 pm.

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FRIDAY, MAY 29: The Denver Academy of Dramatic Arts and Visionbox Studio present Tennessee Williams’ one-act

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FRIDAY, MAY 29: The Denver Academy of Dramatic Arts and Visionbox Studio present Tennessee Williams’ one-act play, “Hello from Bertha,” directed by Jennifer McCray Rincon, 8 pm, Beacons Community Space, 2630 East Third. Free admission. Food and drink by Nova Catering. Doors open 7:30 pm. Call 303-623-3003.

FRIDAY & SATURDAY, MAY 8 & 9: Documentary film screening William Matthews: Drawn to Paint. Explorers the life and artistic career of Denver artist William Matthews. The film was produced by Amie Knox and co-directed by Amie Knox and Chad Herschberger. A question and answer session with the artist, producer, and co-director will follow the screening.

An exhibition of Matthews work, “Trespassing”, is currently on view at the DAM. Showing Fri., May 8, 6 pm – 7:00 pm & Saturday, May 9, 1 pm – 2 pm FRIDAY-SUNDAY, MAY 22-24: The Downtown Denver Arts Festival is held Memorial Day a weekend at the Performing Arts Complex and features the best of Colorado visual artists. More than 125 artists from around the state will be exhibiting and selling their art all weekend long.

Come meet the artists and join the 150,000 people that visit this show.

SATURDAY, MAY 16: The Denver Academy of Dramatic Arts and Visionbox Studio present Tennessee Williams’ one-act play, “Portrait of a Madonna,” directed by Jennifer McCray Rincon, 2:30 pm, Beacons Community Space, 2630 East Third. Free admission. Food and drink by Nova Catering. Doors open 2 pm. Call 303-623-3003.

SATURDAY, MAY 16: The Denver Academy of Dramatic Arts and Visionbox Studio present Tennessee Williams’ oneact play, “This Property Is Condemned,” directed by Jennifer McCray Rincon, 4 pm, Beacons Community Space, 2630 East Third. Free admission. Food and drink by Nova Catering. Doors open 3:30 pm. Call 303-6233003.

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SATURDAY, MAY 23: The Denver Academy of Dramatic Arts and Visionbox Studio present Tennessee Williams’ one-act play, “Hello from Bertha,” directed by Jennifer McCray Rincon, 2:30 pm, Beacons Community Space, 2630 East Third. Free admission. Food and drink by Nova Catering. Doors open 2 pm. Call 303-623-3003.

SATURDAY, MAY 23: The Denver Academy of Dramatic Arts and Visionbox Studio present Tennessee Williams’ one-act play, “Talk to Me Like the Rain and Let Me Listen,” directed by Jennifer McCray Rincon, 4 pm, Beacons Community Space, 2630 East Third. Free admission. Food and drink by Nova Catering. Doors open 3:30 pm. Call 303-623-3003.

SATURDAY, MAY 23: The Denver Academy of Dramatic Arts and Visionbox Studio present Tennessee Williams’ one-act play, “The Long Goodbye,” directed by Jennifer McCray Rincon, 5:30 pm, Beacons Community Space, 2630 East Third. Free admission. Food and drink by Nova Catering. Doors open 5 pm. Call 303-623-3003.

SUNDAY, MAY 3: Stories on Stage presents “Game Changers,” 1:30 & 6:30 pm, Su Teatro Cultural & Performing Arts Center, 721 Santa Fe.

Tickets $15 & $28. Call 303-4447328.

SUNDAY, MAY 3: Tattered Cover Film Series presents the 1953 Max Ophüls classic The Earrings of Madame de…. , 2 pm, Sie Film Center, Colfax & Elizabeth. Admission is free but must be obtained at the box office 1 hour prior to showing, limited number of tickets.

Call 720-381-0813.

•“Writers’ Church,” a “drop-in writers’ jam” hosted by Curious Theatre Co. the 1st Sun. of every month, The Acoma Center, 1080 Acoma, 10:30 am-1 pm. Free. Call 303-623-0524.

SUNDAY, MAY 3: The Denver Academy of Dramatic Arts and Visionbox Studio present Tennessee Williams’ play, “The Glass Menagerie,” directed by Jennifer McCray Rincon, 6:30 pm, Skylite Station, 910 Santa Fe. Free admission. Food and drink by Nova Catering. Doors open 6 pm. Call 303-623-3003.

GALLERIES

MONTH-LONG: • 12"x 12" x 14 is an art exhibit featuring 14 gallery artists who have all created four pieces each measuring 12" x 12". Gallery hours are: M-F 10-5, Sat 10-4, Closed Sunday. Artists on Santa Fe is located 747 Santa Fe Drive, Call 303-573-5903.

• “El Movimiento,” History Colorado Center, 12th & Broadway. El Movimiento uses artifacts, images, and the voices of Chicano activists to tell about the struggle for labor rights.

Call 303-447-8679.

• “Thief Among Thieves”

Museum of Contemporary Art, is a group exhibition featuring the work of more than twenty artists working in a broad range of styles and media,1485 Delgany. Call 303-298-7554.

• “Camp,” an exhibition of new paintings by Rene Farkass at Leon Gallery, through June 28, 1112 E. 17th. Call 303-8321599.

“Critical Focus,” paintings by Denver-based artist, Monique Crine, Museum of Contemporary Art, 1485 Delgany.

Through June 28. Call 303-2987554 x203 • “The Nature of Horses,” Deborah Butterfield’s contemporary sculptures capture the essence of horses, Denver Botanic Gardens lobby, through Sept 27. Call 720-865-3500.

• “Seen in Passing: Photographs by Chuck Forsman,” Denver Art Museum, 13th & Bannock. Through May 25. Call 720-865-5000.

• “Chicano,” based on the political movement of Chicanos in the 1960s, Museo de las Americas, 861 Santa Fe. Through May 29. Call 303-5714401.

•An exhibit featuring: Sabin Aell, Walker Fine Art, 300 W. 11th. Through June 20. Call 303-355-8955.

• “Diamonds in the Daytime: The Changing Fashions of Margaret Brown’s World,” Molly Brown House Museum, 1340 Pennsylvania. Through Aug. Call 303-832-4092.

WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS: “Nooner Tours” of the Denver Art Museum, 13th & Aco-

WHO DOESN'T LOVE BEING TOLD A GOOD STORY? The actors of 'Stories On Stage' deliver stellar performances of fine literary pieces.

Game Changers is no exception. When life interrupts our best-laid plans, the results can be disastrous, hysterical, poignant, or all of the above. Su Teatro Cultural & Performing Arts Center, 721 Santa Fe, May 3, 1:30 & 6:30 pm. $15-$28. 303-494-0523; storiesonstage.org ma, noon. Different gallery each week, regular admission. Call 720-865-5000.

FRIDAY MAY 22: MSU Denver Alumni/CVA 25th Anniversary Exhibition, May 22 July 18, Center for Visual Art, 965 Santa Fe. Through April 4.

Call 303-294-5207.

FRIDAY, MAY 1: First Friday Art Walk in the Golden Triangle Museum District. Free bus, maps at all galleries. Free shuttle to the Santa Fe walk, below. Call 303-573-5095.

• First Friday Art Walk, Santa Fe Art District, 6th to 10th on Santa Fe. Call 303-3332820.

• “The Family Dog Denver: Rock Posters & Music in

Denver, 1967-68,” Byers-Evans House Gallery, 1310 Bannock.

Through May 10. Call 303-6204933.

• Free Day, Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest.

First Fri. of every month is free day. Call 720-865-0800. .

SATURDAY, MAY 2: Free Day at the Denver Art Museum, 13th & Acoma. First Sat. of every month free. Call 720-8655000 SATURDAYS: “Secrets of the Dioramas,” a free 45-minute overview of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science’s dioramas, 2001 Colorado, 12:30 See CALENDAR on page 12

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Calendar Continued from page 11 & 2 pm. General admission required. Call 303-370-6000.

SATURDAY, MAY 9: Upper Colfax 2nd Saturday Art Walk, 7 pm, Bluebird District, St. Paul to Adams on Colfax. Free.

SATURDAY, MAY 22 - July 18: Denver Alumni/CVA 25th Anniversary Exhibition MSU. Celebrating 25 years with the Center for Visual Art, 965 Santa Fe. Call 303-294-5207.

SUNDAY, MAY 3: Tattered Cover Film Series presents the 1953 Max Ophüls classic The Earrings of Madame de…. , 2 pm, Sie Film Center, Colfax & Elizabeth. Admission is free but must be obtained at the box office 1 hour prior to showing, limited number of tickets.

Call 720-381-0813.

SUNDAY, MAY 31: Free Day, Denver Museum of Nature & Science 2001 Colorado, 10 am-5 pm. Call 303-322-7009. Varies from Sun.to Mon. every month free. Call 303-832-5000.

LECTURES TUESDAY, MAY 12: “Cuba, Past & Present,” an Active Minds talk, Tattered Cover, 2526 E Colfax, 5 pm. Free. Call 303-322-7727.

TUESDAY, MAY 19: Pen & Podium host Neil Gaiman, Acclaimed novelist and author described by Forbes Magazine as “the best-selling author you’ve never heard of,” at 7.30 pm, 2344 E. Iliff at University and Iliff. For information call (303) 871-7720 TUESDAY, MAY 26: “France’s Struggle,” an Active Minds talk, Tattered Cover, 2526 E Colfax, 5 pm. Free. Call 303-3227727.

SEMINARS, CLASSES & WORKSHOPS EVERY DAY: Free “Computer Basics” classes at the Denver Public Library’s “Community Technology Center,” 13th & Broadway, Level 4, varying afternoon times. Large variety of classes & skill levels . Call 720865-1706.

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS: “Community Learning Plaza”, free computer access for language class practice, job searches, homework help & more, Ford-Warren Library, 28th & High, 5-7:30 pm. Free.

Call 720-865-0920 THURSDAYS: Beginning Computers, Ford-Warren Library, 28th & High, 6-7 pm.

Free. Call 720-865-0920

SUNDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS: “A Course in Miracles,” on-going class based on in-depth study of ACIM, 1 pm Sun., noon Weds., 7 pm Thurs. at Unity Temple, 1555 Race. Offering requested. Call 303-3223756.

SATURDAYS: Drum-Making Circle, Unity on the Avenue, 4670 E. 17th, 11 am - 2pm.

Call 303-320-3901.

SATURDAY, MAY 9: Beginning Genealogy class, the Denver Public Library, 13th & Broadway, Gates Conference Room, Level 5, 1:30-4 pm (register at 1 pm). Repeated 2nd Sat. of every month. Free. Call 720865-1821.

SENIORS TUESDAYS: Seniors’ Bible Study, 9:30 am at the Salvation Army Red Shield Center, 29th & High. Call 303-295-2107 WEDNESDAYS: “Hospitality House for Seniors,” Assistance League of Denver, Bosworth House, 1400 Josephine, 10:30 am 1st (Crafts or movie, light lunch) & 3rd (book club) Weds., noon 2nd (luncheon & entertainment) & 4th (lunch & bingo). Free. Continues through June. Call 720-289-0775.

THURSDAYS: Chair & Moderate Yoga, St. Paul United Methodist Church, 1615 Ogden, 11 am-12:15 pm. Fee charged.

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THURSDAY, MAY 14: Seniors’ Book Discussion Group discusses contemporary fiction available in book & audio formats, 1-2:30 pm in the Level Four Meeting Room of the Denver Public Library, 13th & Broadway. Repeated 2nd Thurs. of every month. Call 720-8651312.

SATURDAY, MAY 9: Free Day for seniors 64+ at the Denver Firefighters Museum, 1326 Tremont Pl. Repeated 2nd Sat. of every month. Call 303-8921436.

HEALTH & RECREATION WEEKDAYS: Guided Meditation, Denver Ashram, 1559 High, 6 -6:30 am. Free, donations Welcome. Call 303-8856727.

MONDAYS: Free Zumba classes, 5:30 - 6:30 pm, Manual High School gym, 28th & Williams (enter on south side). Call 303-292-2281.

MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD is back by popular demand at the Avenue Theater. Celebrate your mom this Mother's Day by taking her to see this show that makes light of the experience of motherhood. 417 E. 17th, through May 31, 7:30 pm. $23.50 & $26.50. 303-321-5925; avenuetheater.com

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TUESDAYS: Denver Chess Club, 6:30-10:30 pm, basement of West First Ave. Presbyterian Church, 120 W. 1st. Call 720318-6496.

• Moderate Yoga, St. Paul United Methodist Church, 1615 Ogden, 6-7:15 pm. Fee charged.

Call 303-818-4181.

• Argentine Tango, practice & lessons, Turnverein Event Center, 1570 Clarkson, 6:3010:30 pm. Call 303-710-2250.

TUESDAYS-THURSDAYS: “Meditation at Noon,” a free, 30-minute, guided meditation, KMC Colorado, 1081 Marion.

Call 303-813-9551.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 13: La Leche League of Denver meets 2nd Wed. of the month,

WALKER FINE ART is pleased to present the newest work of Sabin Aell, in her show, 'The Buoyancy of Nothing.' Her technique, using up to 15 layers of of resin to encase soft, romantic forms reflects her pithy show title. Also showing in the back gallery are Angela Beloian, Udo Noger, and Liz Quan. 300 W. 11th, May 8 - June 20. 303-355-8955; walkerfineart.com Blair-Caldwell Library, 2401 Welton, 12:30 pm. Call 720-8652115.

THURSDAY, MAY 7: Open House. Saint Paul Health Center has just completed a total renovation and remodel of its facility in the City Park South neighborhood. All are invited to the Open House on Thurs., May 7th, from 3:30 - 6:30 pm at 1667 St. Paul. Complimentary valet parking will be available. Please rsvp at stpaulopenhouse@colavria.com for the event, or call 303399-2040 to arrange an individual tour.

SUNDAYS: Yoga on the Hill, 10:10 am, 809 Washington. Free.

Call MJ at 303-433-6280 for details.

• Capoeira Angola Introductory Class, Mercury Cafe, 22nd & California, 10:30 am.

Free. Other classes available.

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• Tibetan Buddhist Meditation introduction to NgonDro, 9:30-10:30 am, Mercury Cafe, 22nd & California. Free, other classes available. Call 303322-5874.

SUNDAY May 3 & June 7: Self-Defense Classes, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm, Tiger Kim’s Academy, Colfax & Steele. Repeated 1st Sunday of every month. Cost is $5 donation to Breast Cancer Research. Call 303-388-1408

RELIGION SATURDAYS: Church in the City-Beth Abraham, 16th & Gaylord, 10 am. Call 303-3225733.

• St. Paul Lutheran and Roman Catholic Community, 16th & Grant, Catholic mass at 5 pm. Call 303-839-1432.

SUNDAYS: Catholic Mass, 6:30, 8:30 & 10:10 am, 12:30 & 6:30 pm, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Colfax & Logan. Call 303-831-7010.

• St. Paul Lutheran, Lutheran Mass at 8 & 10:30 am, 16th & Grant. Call 303-8391432.

• Episcopal Church of the Holy Redeemer, 2552 Williams, 10 am. Call 303-831-8963.

• St. Paul Lutheran, 16th & Grant, Lutheran mass at 8 & 10:30 am. Call 303-839-1432.

• The Center of Light, “A Mystical Sunday Service,” 9:30 am silent meditation, 10 am service,, 23rd & Forest. Workshops & classes also offered. Call 303913-7053.

• Church in the City-Beth Abraham, 16th & Gaylord, 8:30 & 10:45 am. Call 303-322-5733.

• Center for Spiritual Living Denver, Sunday celebrations: meditation 9:30 am, service & children’s church 10 am, 2590 Washington. Call 303832-5206.

• Worship Celebration 10:30 am, Buddhist Christian Interspiritual Service 5 pm, St. Paul Church, 1615 Ogden. Call 303-832-4929.

• Catholic Mass for lesbian, gay, bisexual & transgender Catholics, 5 pm, Dignity Denver, 1100 Fillmore. Call 720515-4528.

• Catholic Mass, 7:30 & 10 am, St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church, 23rd & York. Call 303-322-8042.

• Chapel Service, Red Shield Community Center, 2915 High, 11 am (all age Sunday School 10 am). Call 303-2952107.

MONDAYS: Grant Avenue Street Reach Meal, after 9 am, St. Paul Lutheran, 16th & Grant. Call 303-839-1432.

WEDNESDAYS: Weekly Bible Discussions, 11:30 am-12:30 pm, Christian Science Metropolitan Reading Room, 16th & Larimer. Call 303-534-3571.

• Wednesday Evening Testimony Meeting, 7:30 pm, First Church of Christ, Scientist, 1401 Logan. Call 303-839-1505.

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DENVER YOUNG ARTISTS ORCHESTRA members are talented, but they have to practice too. Elizabeth (pink) sits next to Mallory Angstadt as they make perfect music on the flute. PHOTO BY JEFF HERSCH

Denver Young Artists Orchestra

By Nancy Foster

H

ear the future!” This is the musical mantra of the Denver Young Artists Orchestra as it celebrates its 37th season of developing the classical music talents of young musicians between the ages of 7 and 23.

And while symphonic music may not be at the top of the list when it comes to American popular culture, it's demise isn't imminent even with the closing of some U.S. symphony orchestras as the result of budget and labor struggles, an inability to attract audiences or to bring new and younger listeners to performances. And there's even a larger challenge to boot with the cornucopia of entertainment options we have on a weekend, or for that matter, on any day of the week. Witness the explosion of Denver's entertainment scene over the past decade. Fortunately, there seems to be no end to that tsunami.

But let's not sniff at classical music as a genre to be heard only by folks with well-earned gray hair and wrinkles. Fortunately, it's alive and well in various music programs in most of the elementary, middle and high schools on Capitol Hill. It's also thriving along with other music genres offered at the numerous Metro area colleges, which offer degrees in music education for students to pursue their interest in studying classical music.

“Classical music is very much alive! It is an important part of our history, provides context for contemporary styles and is more engrained in our popular culture than most people realize. Indeed, it can readily be found in the sound tracks to video games, cartoons and movies. These entertainment mediums would be lacking without the undercurrent of this music from ‘Bugs Bunny’ to ‘Psycho’,” said Kelly Waltrip, executive director.

“This music is also an important tool for brain development and scientific research, which proves its value and impact on the brain for both young and old alike. Finally, music is a universal language that communicates on a deeper level and brings people together in times of celebration, joy and also grief.

Some of our favorite classical composers continue to be a part of important moments in our lives such as weddings, funer-

als and graduations,” she explained.

“The musical art form we study and teach is evolving and continues to change,” she added. “We perform ‘classical’ music that was written just a few months ago next to works that were written hundreds of years ago. We believe that classical music, regardless of the definition, continues to be relevant today and is critical to our future.”

Waltrip joined the DYAO staff last fall. She was previously general manager of the Lexington Philharmonic in Lexington, Kentucky, where where she worked with adults. Other professional groups with whom she was associated include Opus 21, Detroit Symphony Orchestra and Gilmore International Keyboard Festival, all in Michigan.

Having been the manager of the youth orchestra at the Aspen Music Festival in 2009, coming back to Colorado was also one of her goals said the Michigan native who has played piano and oboe since she was a child.

DYAO, was founded in 1977

by Betty Naster and Carl Topilow, the orchestra's first music director, with support from what was then the Denver Symphony Orchestra; now the Colorado Symphony Orchestra. The youth orchestra has been independent since 1979 yet maintains ties with the CSO. DYAO's premier orchestra, YAO, performs several concerts during their season at Boettcher Concert Hall. The youth orchestra maintains administrative offices at 1245 E. Colfax and has grown tremendously since its beginnings.

Much of the growth has been in response to providing students with a rigorous program that offers exceptional educational opportunities to talented student musicians allowing them to hone their craft through the influence and inspirations offered by professional classical musicians.

With the senior, or topranked orchestra, two conservatory orchestras and two string ensembles, approximately 300 student musicians are involved with the program. The topranked orchestra rehearses at the University of Denver under the baton of Wes Kenney who is just completing his second year with the program. He is the director of the Ft. Collins Symphony, and the music director of Opera, Ft. Collins. Last year, he led

PERCUSSION SPECIALIST, Evan Long, practices on the tubular bells during a Denver Young Artists Orchestra rehearsal. PHOTO BY JEFF HERSCH

the YAO orchestra on a concerto tour of Spain, France and Italy.

“The students I'm working with are the best players on the stage. They come to us through a rigorous audition program and bring with them a lot of intellect to take on the intellectual challenges of the composers they play, like (Gustav) Mahler,” said Kenney.

“Mahler's Symphony I (Titan) is an ensemble challenge with a lot of flexibility required on the part of the musicians as Mahler was one of the most neurotic composers ever, so the music is peppered with details and instructions throughout. Just getting a full grasp of how to execute his instructions is a challenge in itself. These students have the aptitude to handle it and can be taught, so they pick it up quickly,” added Kenney.

Asked if the students who work with him go onto careers in music, he said it can be a mixture of those who attend academically challenging colleges and universities but may major in other subjects, but keep mu-

sic in their lives by participating in community music groups or by serving on boards of music related organizations.

“The students I work with are high achievers musically and academically,” said Kenney.

Calley Pierce, a senior at East High School is among those students. She is the second principal violinist with the YAO group and started with DYAO at nine-years-old.

“DYAO is a great community for me to be with. I have a lot of close friends there who are passionate about music and not afraid of being nerdy about it. Being with DYAO has given me an edge with college applications. I have an opportunity to play with an orchestra that plays the same music that professional orchestras play. A lot of kids don't get that opportunity,” said Pierce.

Asked how it is to work with Kenney, Pierce said, “He can be a little intimidating, but he's very gifted and knows what he's doing, and he's a great conductor.”

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Pierce will attend Oberlin College and Conservatory on a five-year dual program which will allow her to decide if she wants to be a professional musician or choose another route.

Jacob Joram, another East student who plays clarinet, wasn't available at deadline to be interviewed.

The typically younger ensemble and string orchestras are separated by geography, north and south of the city, and by musical experience. The geographic separation makes it convenient for students and parents to commute to rehearsals at the Denver School of the Arts and Bethany Lutheran Church in Cherry Hills.

It's evident when watching the students rehearse at DSA, with their conductor, Javan Carson, that both are enjoying the music they're making together.

Now in her 10th year with the conservatory and string ensembles, Carson has been playing violin since she was a tot and See DYO on page 14

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SPARK YOUR IMAGINATION at the hands-on Studio space inspired by the art of Joan Miro.

PHOTO BY JEFF HERSCH

IN THE ZONE, the construction zone that is, at the Denver Art Museum. Jayce (green), Asher (stripes), Maggie (pink), and Lyla (black) rearrange the building blocks. PHOTO BY JEFF HERSCH

Denver Art Museum offers free admission to youth through 2020

BY Jason McKinney

T

he Denver Art Museum announced on March 25 that for the next five years, all youth 18 and under will enjoy free admission.

There is no catch; the FREE for KIDS program is being provided through a generous donation from Scott Reiman and the Reiman Foundation, in addition to a one-year grant from Kaiser Permanente Colorado. The free donations will continue through Spring 2020, with the hope that additional funding will be secured at that point to continue the program.

FREE for KIDS covers individual, school tours, and youth group visits; the program will also seed a new transportation fund that provides bus funding assistance for Title I schools.

The Denver Art Museum is also now able to cap youth pricing for all special ticketed exhibitions

at $5 for the duration of the program.

“With this generous underwriting of youth admission, we can further lower barriers to entry and welcome all children to experience our art collections and creative educational programming,” said Christoph Heinrich, Director of the Denver Art Museum.

Scott Reiman is a longtime Denver Art Museum trustee and donor, as well as a trustee for the University of Denver, a board member for Graland Country Day School, ACE Scholarships, and the Rocky Mountain Public Broadcasting Network.

“Denver’s arts and cultural facilities create tremendous opportunities for our kids,” said Reiman. “The Denver Art Museum already does an outstanding job of welcoming families. Now we want to make sure every child has access to the creative experiences the museum has to

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offer.”

According to a 2014 survey conducted by the City of Denver, the community indicated cost of attendance as being one of the top three barriers to visiting arts and cultural facilities in the area. This lifting of admission costs will help to attract larger groups of youths and their families. The Denver Art Museum is considered to be one of the most family friendly museums in the nation, according to USA

DYO Continued from page 13 has been teaching private violin, viola and piano lessons for more than 25 years. She's a graduate of the Lamont School of Music at the University of Denver. As well, she was the conductor of Sinfonia at the Colorado Youth Symphony Orchestra and conductor and founder of Ecklectika Youth Ensembles. She has also been a substitute with the CSO. With plenty of experience working with young people, Carson said during her break at a recent DSA rehearsal, “I like kids. They make everything fun.”

And they seem to like her too.

She commands their attention, but isn't rigid. The rehearsals are casual, but purposeful. She's able to allow some students to play their violin while they're kneeling on the floor, or embrace students who may appear distracted, but come into the fold with her encouragement.

Today, and is renowned for its child-centric educational programming, including hands-on activities in multi-generational spaces and integrated throughout its galleries as well.

Families who visit the Denver Art Museum are given a “Fun Things for Families to Do Today” brochure in English or Spanish, outlining all of the activities for kids. The Family Activity Cart, free with admission, during weekends and school breaks, offers bilingual backpacks and Art Tubes filled with art-focused activities for kids of all ages. The Just for Fun Center and Kids Corner spaces house architectural blocks, costumes, memory games, art making and

more. Create Playdates and Fox Tale Sundays are programs designed for children, that include performances and special tours.

Go to: denverartmuseum. org/see-do-dam/kids-families for a full list of activities at the museum.

For your free youth admission, go to the Denver Art Museum welcome desk, and all members of your group that are 18 and under will receive a free general admission ticket.

For more information, go to: denverartmuseum.org/freeforkids School groups wishing to take advantage of this special opportunity should call 720-9130088 to book their visit through the Group Services Department.

“Teenagers are great. They make me smile and it's fun to help them understand how all the instruments fit together to become one. Sometimes it's a tricky, but we seem to do alright with it,” said Carson.

One of her students, Evan Long, 14, an 8th grader at Morey Middle School plays percussion instruments. The evening of the rehearsal, he played castanets.

Asked what he enjoys about being a DYAO participant, he said, “I play a variety of other instruments including the crash symbols, chimes and timbales, but playing all of them doesn't hinder my ability to play each of them individually. It's fun and challenging.”

Long, who will play drums with The Five Points Heritage Band under the tutelage of trumpeter, and South High School music director, Hugh Ragin, at the Five Points Jazz Festival May16, recalled his recent experience in March when he played at the DYAO's Gala Celebration at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House.

“It was a massive collection of opportunities for young people to express what they may do for their careers in the future,” said Long who was thrilled to play on the big stage.

The gala attracted 1,600 listeners of all ages who were treated to an afternoon wellspent listening to classical music played by talented young people whose music shined. The afternoon also honored Charley Samson and Monika Visher from Colorado Public Radio KVOD for their support of classical music.

Also on the stage that afternoon was East High School sophomore, Mallory Angstadt, who has played flute for a decade. Angstadt is the recent Conservatory Orchestra winner and will be among those who will participate in the North

group at 4 pm, Sun., May 3, at the Orchestra and Spring Ensemble, “Rise to the Challenge” at Bethany Lutheran Church, 4500 E. Hampden in Cherry Hills Village. A repeat performance by the South group will be at 7 pm, Mon., May 4 at the same location. Tickets may be purchased on-line at www.dyao. com, by phone at 303-433-2420 or at the door.

She likes playing an instrument that's compact and one Angstadt said she can put in her backpack, unlike her brother who plays cello and “has to lug it around.”

Both her younger brother and sister are DYAO participants and attend Morey Middle School.

Angstadt enjoys the sound of the flute.

“It's pretty and mysterious, and has lots of moods,” she said.

Angstadt also appreciates being part of something bigger than just playing her instrument solo.

“I like the people at DYAO. It's a lot of fun.”

Academically, Angstadt is interested in the STEM programs at East with an emphasis on engineering. Asked if she sees a connection between math and music, she responded, “Yes, I see similar patterns with chords in music that have been helpful with math.”

As for the DYAO's annual budget, “the organization operates on $630,000 along with special fundraisers and significant funding from the Bonfils-Stanton Foundation, the Harold H. Berlin Foundation and other smaller foundations,” said Barb Moritsky, director of development.

DYAO is a 501 (c) (3) and in the 3rd tier of SCFD with funds distributed from Adams, Arapahoe, Denver and Jefferson counSee DYO on page 15

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Business Continued from page 6 additions to the menu. They’re made-to-order specialty breakfast sandwiches.

“These sandwiches are made fresh with great quality ingredients… and priced at only $6.75 (our attempt at driving the cost of a great breakfast down),” co-owner Ryan Cobbins said.

The selections are packed inside toasted tortas, an ample Mexican street food bun. Offerings include one with chorizo, egg, cheddar and chipotle or one with egg, salmon cream cheese, avocado and tomato.

Coffee at the Point recently received a liquor license and has also added some additional menu items that pair well with craft beers and wines. Selections focus on hummus, meat and cheese or fruit and nuts, with a variety of high-end ingredients like Red Rock blue cheddar and Real Dill pickles. These offerings were perhaps designed for sharing during the business’ Thursday Game Nights or Saturday live music events.

Cobbins is also gearing up for patio season. His business boasts 2,500 sf of indoor space, plus an 800 sf patio located on the northern, shady side of the building. The patio debuted late last season and this year will get new umbrellas and lighting.

The venue is also hosting rotating art shows. The current one which runs through the end of the month is called Synesthesia: Hearing Color, Seeing Sound. It‘s the work Adrienne “Adri” Norris and features portraits of legendary musicians.

Synesthesia is the phenomenon of mixing up human senses and Norris will be at the shop painting live during the Five Points Jazz Festival May 16th.

Hours for the neighborhood spot are weekdays, 6 am - 10 pm, Saturday, 7 am - 10 pm & Sunday, 7 am - 6 pm. The number is 303-955-2237 and coffeeatthepoint.com is the best way to reserve event space or learn more.

EXDO Events Center at 35th between Walnut and Larimer is bringin’ back the beach!

The RiNo Beach Club will open for the season Memorial Day weekend and run each Sunday through Labor Day. Yes, Denver’s far from the sea, but each year these beach lovers import 10,000 square feet of sand to support a giant swimming pool (above ground) along with lawn games, drink specials and the center of attention—the beach volleyball court! That’s over 150 tons of sand.

DYO Continued from page 14 ties. Last December, Colorado Gives Day garnered $37,000 in donations for the youth orchestra which maintains an administrative staff with four paid employees and numerous volunteers.

“Parental support is strong and essential to the organization's success,“ noted Moritsky.

The Painted Violin project, now in its 11th year, is another funding source for the orchestra. This year's 22 violins, painted mostly by local artists, with two from Iran and China, feature floral or landscape scenes, some with a Colorado flavor, are auctioned annually and typically bring $30,000

It’s an event open to folks 21 and older only. On Saturdays, the beach is available to rent for private parties. Call 303-4685443 for the daytime hours as they weren’t available at press time.

The EXDO complex also includes Tracks on Walnut, a GLBT-friendly nightclub that has been in business 35 years.

Tracks just reopened after remodeling and unveiled a massive new LED screen. Now it has added a new monthly 1990s dance party called Snap! The last Friday of every month will be a Snap! Day. Manager Andrew Feinstein said, “The vision behind the party is to offer a slice of nostalgia that will bring back memories... of all those awesome middle school dances…”

A group of DJs including Gary Givant, Garthy Garth, DJ Love and Yohuckleberry will be on hand each month to turn the tunes.

Another sign of the season is the opening of the new patio at Meadowlark Kitchen, 2705 Larimer, a neighborhood eatery that opened last fall.

While the weather’s been a bit unpredictable, co-owner Casey Karns is ready for his first patio season. “I’ve already hired the employees to serve out here and we’re training them now.”

Fans of Meadowlark who’ve had to wait for a seat in the small dining room will be pleased to know that the patio doubles the number of seats.

While Meadowlark’s menu is small, it’s already getting a lot of attention. The Meadowlark Burger with its candied bacon and poached egg is one sure hit, and fans love the fact that the kitchen will whip one up until 1 am. All breads and baked goods are crafted in house too.

Hours are 4 pm - 2 am daily.

Meadowlarkkitchen.com has the full menu or call 303-953-1815.

The Big Wonderful resumes its Saturday events for the summer on May 2nd. TBW operates at 26th and Lawrence with a selection of different vendors offering food, drink or crafts..

Hours for TBW are noon 7:30 pm each Saturday. Group organizers are also now running a Friday Night Bazaar on Brighton. Details can be found at thebigwonderful.com.

Yoga on the Green kicks off its second season at ViewHouse, 2015 Market. It’s a chance to get in shape for free beginning Sunday, May 17 at 10 am. Stay for brunch and enjoy a free mimosa or cold-pressed juice with your purchase. The class schedule for the next five to the program. Some are still available for purchase, at www. paintedviolin.com.

All of this is good news for DYAO whose programs are supported by tuition fees ranging from $600-$970 depending on the age of the student or volunteer hours contributed. The students provide outreach programs to retirement homes, churches and retail stores such as the Whole Foods in Lakewood where the students recently provided a sample of their musical talents.

Although the tuition costs may seem to make it impossible for some parents to fit into their budgets, scholarships are offered and no student is turned away from participating in the program due to financial restraints.

“Everyone pays a little depending on their circumstances.

It creates a buy-in,” said Wal-

SERVE! THE RINO BEACH CLUB will open Memorial Day weekend and be open Sundays through Labor Day at Exdo Events Center, Larimer at 35th. months can be found at viewhouse.com/ballpark. Bring your own mat.

Over on E. 17th in Uptown, Argyll Whiskey Beer has just unveiled a new (and I think improved) vision.

When this gastropub opened last year, it was a bold new vision for a former Mexican eatery.

Owner Robert Thompson wanted to recreate his now shuttered Argyll that enjoyed a long run in Cherry Creek North. The original Argyll was a true gastro pub with dark corners and a plush feel, but the new larger space boasts a wrap-a-round atrium and lots of natural light.

After listening to a great deal of neighborhood feedback, Thompson has reworked both the space and the menu, and the changes are appealing.

“The bar is often at capacity,” said Thompson. “We wanted to open that space to allow for overflow.”

To accomplish this goal of a more open flow, some of the vintage crank windows used to display whiskey bottles and separate the space into four distinct areas have been removed. The main dining room opens naturally to the bar area, which is clearly the heart of the house.

The atrium has been opened to the main space also.

Dartboards are being added to an eastern patio that also boasts an open fireplace. The more traditional pub atmosphere has been retained in the west dining area farthest from the bar. On Friday and Saturday nights, a DJ is on hand to add a musical note.

Reworking the menu meant trip.

As one of the youth orchestra's founders, Betty Naster has remained enthusiastic and involved with DYAO all these years later. And her co-founder, Carl Topilow, has been the music director and conductor of the National Repertory Orchestra, a summer youth orchestra in Breckenridge, for the past 36 years. Naster, who has lots of stories to tell said, “I'm totally delighted and amazed by how the orchestra has grown and developed musically over the years. It's beyond anything we ever dreamed when we started it. It has made school music programs and orchestras stronger, and is the most satisfying thing I've done in my life outside of family.”

So hear the future… by going to hear it now!

streamlining the entrees to offer more a la carte meals with addon sides. That also brings a lower price point that locals should welcome.

“We kept some favorites and added a few new items like pulled pork with the Mac and Cheese,” Thompson said.

Also, new is a chicken potpie and the addition of individual servings of steak. The popular charcuterie plate with its duck liver mousse and rabbit/cranberry kielbasa will still lead the menu.

Valet service is still offered Friday and Saturday evenings because parking can be a challenge at busy times. The address is 1035 E 17th and 303-847-0850 is the number.

Closures Ritual Chocolates, the ar-

ea’s hand-crafted chocolatier located just south of The Populist restaurant in the 3100 block of Larimer has moved its operations — to Park City, Utah!

A number of local merchants still carry their product lines, and you can search for a location near you at ritualchocolates. com. If you’re ever in Park City, Ritual now boasts a cafe adjacent to their manufacturing facilities, too.

The barbershop at 2737 Welton has also closed. I’m not sure the business ever had a formal name.

This side of the block is undergoing some major renovations with an upscale liquor store and a new eatery from the owner of Syrup in Cherry Creek North slated to anchor this space in coming months.

Send biz news to Jeanne@lifeoncaphill.com

Colfax Marathon: Denver’s Ultimate Urban Tour Celebrating its 10th anniversary

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o wonder this race has sold out the last two years running (no pun intended), this is one running event that offers so many different venues to choose from, any participant no matter what their skill level can run, be fulfilled, and have fun. Colfax Marathon has been selected by Runner’s World as one of 10 marathons to run in 2015, and here’s why.

The price of registration includes it all… on Sunday during the race you get light breakfast munchies, marked course, security, timing chip, Pace Teams, Gatorade, Clif Shot gels, volunteers supporting you, age group awards, and music along the way. There’s no nickel and diming going on here!

So, if marathons on streets and highways bore you, I challenge you to try this race. Between miles three and four, the course passes through a fire station, where firefighters and police officers cheer runners. A few miles later, you’ll enter Mile High Stadium, home of the Denver Broncos, where you’ll run along the perimeter of the field and see yourself on the Jumbo Tron.

And we’ve just begun, because Denver’s Marathon continues along 7 miles of rivers,

lakes, parks and bridges, and on America’s most famous main street, right through the center of downtown Denver. The course even meanders through a mannequin art display along the route, compliments of the Rocky Mountain College of Arts and Design. The Half Marathon is fast, flat and fun – and treks one mile through Denver Zoo. Yes, I said the zoo. Are you excited yet?

But wait there's more! After crossing the finish line and getting your medal, you can celebrate your accomplishment at Denver’s gigantic after party, where there will be live music, BBQ, Denver’s largest beer garden, veggie options, snacks, water and more!

Then there's the fun schwag – high tech shirt, medal that stands on your desk, free digital photo of you on the course, medallion for a necklace or key ring, car decal, and runner tracking.

Is this your year to run the Colfax Marathon? Come celebrate the 10th running of Denver’s premier springtime race, and if you’re not running this year come out and volunteer.

You’ll meet hundreds of great new people and have a great time. 150 Charity Partners make it easy to run for a good cause! Two days, 7 races…which will you run?

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Denver Botanic Gardens Events for Spring & Summer Wide variety of themed events and exhibits

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re you looking forward to all that nature has to offer during the spring and summer? If so, you can take advantage of many local programs right here in Denver. There are a wide variety of events at the Denver Botanic Gardens, everything from concerts to plant sales.

The annual Spring Plant Sale takes place Fri. & Sat., May 8 - 9, 8 am - 5pm. This is the Garden’s largest plant sale featuring more than 10 plant divisions including annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, container gardens, aquatics and more. This year’s sale focuses on pollinator-attracting plants. Admission to the sale is free. Bring your own wagon so you can transport your plants. You can also receive one-on-one advice

from the Garden’s horticulture staff.

The Spring Plant Sale Preview will take place Thurs., May 7, 4-8 pm. Tickets are $45 and attendees will enjoy a leisurely shopping experience with complimentary appetizers, wine and beer. Tickets are available on the Garden’s website a botanicgardens.org.

Tickets for the Summer Concert Series are on sale now. Featured artists include Boz Scaggs, Melissa Etheridge, Bruce Hornsby & the Noisemakers, Culture Club, Keb’ Mo’, Ziggy Marley, Yes + Toto and several other acts. A full schedule is available on the website.

“Unwind: Thursday is the new Friday” summer event series will return this year with three events. Thursday dates include June 11, July 16 and

IT’S A LITTLE EARLY FOR THE LILLY’S IN THE PONDS AT THE BOTANIC GARDEN, but the sculptures and the water features in the ponds are stunning in their own right.

PHOTO BY JEFF HERSCH Aug. 13, 6-9 pm. The cost is $40 for non-members, and $35 for members. Appetizers and three drink tickets are included in the

ticket price. Guests must be 21+ for entry. Last entry is 8 pm.

Indoor and outdoor exhibits will be on display throughout

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the summer. The outdoor exhibit is “Deborah Butterfield: The Nature of Horses” and it focuses on contemporary sculpture that captures the essence and nature of horses. Indoor exhibits include, “Broken: Horse-Riding Textiles,” “Within Range: Paintings by Theodore Waddell,” and “Steppe Plants: Botanical Illustrations featuring Plant Select.”

The Gardens offers programs during the summer for adults and children. Themes include Community Supported Art Colorado, Children & Families, Classes and Lectures, Food Programs and Initiatives, Therapeutic Horticulture and Trips & Travel. The Denver Botanic Gardens has many more fun and educational programs to offer the community during the summertime. Check the website for programs, exhibits, free community days and concerts so that you can make the most of the Garden’s offerings during the summer months.

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