Denver Metro News

In 1974, when Thornton opened its first Community Center, Diane Salazar was just a kid—one who quickly found the Center to be a game-changer for her and her friends. Growing up in Thornton, they spent countless hours enjoying the programs and
activities the Center offered. Its impact on Salazar’s life was so strong that she returned as an … (read more…)

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston today announced Al Gardner will serve as the new Deputy Mayor for Denver. In this one-year term, Gardner will continue in his role as executive director of General Services and will take on the Mayor’s duties whenever Mayor Johnston is unable to do so.

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The leadership team of Seniors’ Council of Douglas County (SCDC) invites older adults and service providers to attend monthly meetings each first Thursday of the month that are held at various locations in Douglas County. The meetings, scheduled from 10 – 11:30 am, are free and open to the public. Monthly presentations cover a wide range of … (read more…)

Governor Polis Announces Plans for Pedestrian Walkway in Honor of Colorado’s 150th Anniversary. The Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway will connect Coloradans to Lincoln Veterans Park and commemorate Colorado’s great history. Governor Polis announced plans to build the Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway, an experiential walkway connecting the … (read more…)

This season, AARP Colorado and the Colorado Symphony are offering a 20 percent ticket discount to select performances now through June 2025. AARP members and their guests can access the discount online* or at the symphony box office by using discount code ENGAGE.

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Many cities in Northern Colorado are celebrating the holidays with special events as follows:
Aurora: Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at the city of Aurora’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Merry Makers Market on Tuesday, Dec. 3, on the Great Lawn of the Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway.
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The Denver Christkindlmarket is an authentic, German-style holiday market, which is host to local and European craft and food vendors, and tons of magical entertainment for everyone to enjoy. The Denver Christkindlmarket is a must-see (and must-taste!) holiday experience. Free and open to the public!

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Many cities in Northern Colorado are celebrating the holidays with special events as follows:
Aurora: Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at the city of Aurora’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Merry Makers Market on Tuesday, Dec. 3, on the Great Lawn of the Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway.
Enjoy a … (read more…)

In October, excitement is building in Thornton as the city prepares for the grand opening of the new Community Center and Anythink Library this fall. Located at 2211 Eppinger Blvd., this facility promises to be a hub of activity and community engagement, offering something for everyone. Be among the first to explore this incredible new space at the … (read more…)

After three years of planning and construction, the new 32,600-square-foot NetZero City Hall building opened for business on September 15. The first NetZero municipal building in Colorado, the building was designed to generate as much energy as it uses for a CORE Green Building Rating. The $33.78M building was fully funded by the .5% sales tax and … (read more…)

Arborists and park employees from the City of Lakewood joined 315 registered volunteers at Fort Logan National Cemetery for the 10th annual Saluting Branches event, making it the largest event site in the nation. Saluting Branches is the largest single-day service event in the forestry industry and is dedicated to honoring and recognizing the … (read more…)

Which words come to your mind when you think about our Veterans? Maybe gratitude, honor, or sacrifice? It’s hard to describe the gift our Veterans give us, which is why putting these words into action for Douglas County’s nearly 20,000 Veterans has been a priority for Commissioner George Teal since he took office in 2021.

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