Truth be told, the Mile High Flea Market in Henderson, CO is less of a market and more like a little town! Stretching across 80 acres of land, this quintessential American bazaar features vendors, farmers, craftsmen, and stand-alone stores selling food, furniture, electronics, handmade gifts, and all kinds of other unique treasures. So whether you’re a local resident or happen to be visiting on vacation, you have to set aside a day to come…
Up in Federal Heights, CO, just a few miles north of downtown Denver, you’ll find one of America’s biggest and best water parks – and that’s not hyperbole! Water World Colorado stretches across 64 acres of land and features the largest variety of water attractions in the country. With everything from high thrills to kid-friendly play areas, it’s easy to see why Water World was rated as one of America’s top…
Mike Shaw is a man of many talents. He founded Mike Shaw Automotive in Denver in the mid-90s, and the company has since grown into three dealerships stretching to two states. A recent testament to these talents, however, is the fact that just last month he was named the recipient of the Business, Innovation, Science, & Technology award by the Latino Leadership Institute (LLI) Hall of Fame.
Before he became a founder and…
All throughout Denver and the surrounding communities, you’ll find an abundance of quaint, cozy, and locally-owned coffee shops serving up your morning (or mid-day) cup of joe. And like any good java house, most of these establishments play to some sort of quirk or charm that helps them stand out from the rest. Take Little Owl Coffee on Blake Street, for example, which proudly promotes its “farm-to-cup” experience by offering single-origin/estate coffees and…
All across the country and throughout cities in every state, the Water Lantern Festival brings together family, friends, and strangers for a magical evening in celebration of life. Now, this inspirational and luminous jubilee is coming to Carpenter Park in Thornton on July 20, and you certainly don’t want to skip it. Read on for more details about the Water Lantern Festival and get purchase your tickets today!
Aren’t you excited for Independence Day? It’s one of the most exciting holidays of the summer, and you are going to want to celebrate in style, right? But if you haven’t made plans yet, you may be wondering what you should do. That’s easy. There may be a lot going on around town, but you can’t go wrong by checking out Independence Eve at Civic Center Park. This is your…
Whether you work in film and television, have an interest in working in the industry, or simply want to better understand how your favorite shows are written and created, you have to check out SeriesFest. This festival is the ideal place to be for everything related to TV writing and creation. There is an amazing group of creatives working in the local area, and they are always hustling to produce the best new content in…
You love your dad, so you probably want to do something special with him on Father’s Day. But what exactly should you do? Well, if your dad loves meat just as much as the next guy, you can’t go wrong by deciding to stop by the Denver BBQ Festival. Denver sure knows what it’s doing when it comes to BBQ, and you’re not going to believe how much meat they’re…
Out of all the meals you have in the day, they say that breakfast is the most important. So what are you supposed to do if you wake up late? No problem. If it’s the weekend and you don’t have to get to work right away, you can take your time and visit a local brunch spot somewhere around town. There are so many great options near Thornton for you to explore, and…
When people think of vacationing in Denver, they often think of late winter and early spring. For a lot of people, Denver is a hub for snow sports like skiing and snowboarding. Those sports are some of our favorites, too, but Colorado is a great place to be outdoors during so much of the year. As we roll from spring into summer, try out some of these easy hiking trails that are in driving distance…
