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Centennial’s Chalk Art Festival Is a Beautiful Success!

In September, the Centennial Arts & Cultural Foundation hosted their annual Chalk Art Festival with over 100 chalk artists creating masterpieces while listening to live music throughout the Streets at South Glenn. An estimated 5,000 eventgoers enjoyed the beautiful day and were invited to vote for their favorite art in one of three categories (People’s …

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CU Anschutz Hosts Annual Rocky Mountain Geriatric Conference

Colorado University’s Anschutz Campus in Aurora is hosting the Rocky Mountain Geriatric Conference & Community Research Symposium on September 19 & 20, 2024. This year’s theme, Current Controversies, Ethical Dilemmas, and Taboo Topics in Geriatrics, offers a unique learning experience for community members, clinicians, and researchers to come together and explore the latest in clinical …

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Aurora Announces New Police Chief!

The City of Aurora has selected Todd Chamberlain to lead the Aurora Police Department. Chamberlain would be sworn in as the new chief of police on September 9. “Todd is a seasoned professional who has a deep understanding of fair, ethical, consistent and constitutional policing,” said City Manager Jason Batchelor. “He has the executive skillset …

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Estes Park Warns Visitors about Elk Viewing!

Estes Park would like to share information on wildlife safety, particularly elk within the Estes Park community. There have been recent high profile incidents involving humans and elk. Just before the summer rush of visitors heading to Estes Park, elk calving season takes place in the spring. During this time, female elk, referred to as …

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Welcome to the 35th Annual Salute to Seniors Expo!

The Colorado Gerontological Society is presenting its 33rd annual Salute to Seniors Expo at the Greek Orthodox Assumption Cathedral in Denver on August 24 from 9:30 am to 3 pm. Lots of free classes to learn about senior related issues and over 60 vendors will show their products and services. A free classic car show, …

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Celebrate Centennial Under the Stars on August 10th

Experience the magic with the City of Centennial at the 18th Annual Centennial Under the Stars event! Join us Saturday, August 10 at Centennial Center Park, 13050 E. Peakview Avenue, from 5 – 9 p.m. for live music, food trucks and activities for the family to enjoy. A community favorite for the past 18 years, …

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Littleton Hosts Free Concerts in Clement Park

Foothills Park & Recreation District is proud to offer Concerts in Clement Park free to the public and put on for the benefit of District residents and South Jefferson County residents. This outdoor series of concerts incorporates community collaborations and grant funded performances which are free, open to the public and family friendly. Performances are …

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Korean War Veterans Receive Peace Medal

A public recognition event for Korean War veterans in Colorado honored more than a dozen men for their service in the international conflict. The city of Aurora hosted a veteran’s ceremony on June 12 at the Aurora Municipal Center, to present the Ambassador for Peace Medal. This commemorative medal is an expression of appreciation from …

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Evergreen Jazz Festival Launches 3rd Decade

After attending one of the earliest Evergreen Jazz Festivals, a national columnist wrote, “This is the best jazz festival anywhere!” This year’s EJF is July 26-28, and the event continues to live up to that description. “I think it’s the combination of world-class bands and our upclose-and personal venues that makes it so special,” says …

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Mayor Johnston Announces New Museum to Promote Denver’s History!

Mayor Mike Johnston and Denver Arts and Venues announced in May that the City and County of Denver’s plans on building a museum at the McNichols Civic Center Building (McNichols Building) showcasing the history and culture of Denver. “A museum highlighting Denver’s rich history and culture at the historic McNichols Building will create a one-of-a-kind, …

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Broomfield’s Summer Concerts in the Park Presents Jorge Glem & Sam Reider

If you love Venezuelan and American Folk and Jazz, you will enjoy Jorge Gelm and Sam Reider. Broomfield is proud to announce their July 10th Concert in the Park at the Anthem Park, 15663 Sheridan Pkwy on Wednesday, July 10, at 7 p.m. No cost to participate, no registration is required for all ages. The …

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Denver Promotes Their Summer Music Series

The 2024 season continues each Sunday night from 6-8 p.m through early August. The free concerts are at the pavilion in City Park. Lots of great musical entertainment is scheduled through the summer months. On July 7th, JoFoKe & Same Cloth is a dynamic, genre-bending ensemble based in Denver, led by the creative force of …

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