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Hey Denver, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: IrishFest, a reduced-credit bachelor’s, and a Smithsonian-bound bronze bison + lots of fun things to do for free.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Denver protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.

📰 In the news

Community pride takes center stage: IrishFest Denver returns March 14 to the Rockies parking lot at 21st and Blake with music, dancing, and local bites. Proceeds support Ballpark Collective RNO and neighborhood improvements — get all the event details.

New pathway for adult learners: University of Denver has launched the state’s first reduced-credit bachelor’s, cutting requirements to 136 quarter hours and trimming about a year, potentially saving older and returning students more than $26,000 — get all the details.

Community concerns steer decision: Denver plans to hire Axon for the city’s license plate readers as Flock’s contract expires this month, with a proposed deal limiting data access and keeping scans for 21 days — see what the contract includes.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Celebrate International Women’s Day at Horseshoe Market
• Choose 7K or 2 Mile Irish run
• Send off Smithsonian-bound bronze bison
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🏆 Gold and silver are heating up

Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold

Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.

While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.

If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.

It’s free and worth reading before the next move.

🫶 We got your back

Fresh pasta, no fuss: When you need a carb reset, Dio Mio rolls handmade noodles and playful plates that say treat yourself, keep it chill. It’s counter-service, and rotating pastas plus absurdly good focaccia make dinner decisions easy tonight.

Closet time capsule: Denver’s long-running Boss Vintage has curated the real deal since 1989, with pieces from Edwardian elegance to ’90s nostalgia. If your closet craves character, expect a dig-worthy mix… usually something with the perfect patina, a wink of history, and plenty of personality.

Serious chill, zero frostbite: When joints complain, Colorado Cryo Clinic brings targeted cryotherapy to ease aches, speed recovery, and even support body sculpting. Quick sessions fit between errands, and the blast of cold somehow lands as oddly and deeply satisfying.

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.

📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

📚 Spring 2026 Home School Day @ Denver Museum of Nature & Science | Tuesday (3/3) at 9:00 AM – Home School Day is taking over the museum with free admission, hands-on discoveries, and brain food to outlast the snack bag. Bring the crew, wander galleries, then splurge on add-on experiences if you want bragging rights, or just enjoy the freebie, no permission slip required.

🤠 El Dolor and more @ Skylark Lounge | Wednesday (3/4) at 8:00 PM – Think your boots are decorative? Western Wednesday at the Skylark on SoBo says otherwise, with El Dolor and NoCo’s The Great American Nowhere turning up the twang. It’s a free show, so bring friends, order something brown, and pretend you still remember the two-step.

🎟 First Friday Pay-What-You-Wish Day @ Clyfford Still Museum | Friday (3/6) at 10:00 AM – Whether you still call it modern art with a shrug, or you’re ready to swoon over monumental color fields, First Friday at the Clyfford Still Museum is pay-what-you-wish, even a penny. See Tell Clyfford, grab a free 30-minute mini-tour, walk-ins welcome, or reserve online.

🍀 Blarney on Belmar @ Belmar | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Belmar turns into Little Dublin for a free, all-ages St. Paddy’s bash, with live tunes, Irish dance, proper eats, and yes, real beer. Browse the Lucky Clover Market, let the kids burn energy, and call it cardio from walking the Plaza.

🧘 Free Yoga @ DSST: Green Valley Ranch High School | Saturday (3/7) at 1:00 PM – If your knees prefer kind movement, swing by free community yoga in Green Valley Ranch. First Saturdays, beginner friendly, no experience required, slow flow and restorative, mats provided, with a feel-good hip-hop, R&B, and Latin playlist starring Drake, Beyoncé, Bad Bunny, and Selena.

🎶 Soul Sunday R&B Brunch @ Spangalang Brewery | Sunday (3/8) at 12:00 PM – Skip brunch monotony and hit Soul Sunday at Spangalang in the Harlem of the West, a Black-owned, jazz-soaked spot pouring cocktails and serving bites while a live band cruises through classic R&B. Free entry, and reservations score prime seats, service, and a tasting flight.

🎤 Dakota Gray and more @ Station 26 Brewing Co. | Sunday (3/8) at 2:00 PM – If your perfect Sunday afternoon involves a pint, a patio, and tunes you can actually hear yourself talk over, Station 26 has you. Dakota Gray & Gracie G bring warm harmonies, heartfelt originals, and familiar favorites, all free, all friendly, all neighborhood-good.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Industry-leading home warranty protection ($150 off right now)
• 62+? See how much tax-free cash your home could unlock → free calculator
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Denver report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 48°F – Low: 33°F – Precip: 67%

Rain likely. Mostly cloudy. High near 48, with temperatures falling to around 46 in the afternoon. North wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Later: A chance of rain before 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 33. West northwest wind 2 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

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Tomorrow – High: 66°F – Low: 35°F – Precip: 4%

Sunny, with a high near 66. Southeast wind 2 to 6 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 35.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

This house is wild

1929 Burnham Hoyt Tudor in Denver’s Country Club Historic District, renovated in 2017 by Steve Ekman, unites original timber, restored brick, and stone floors with Marvin windows. A Thermador kitchen opens to a beamed family room with accordion doors. The backyard adds a pool, hot tub, and heated cabana, plus walkability to Cherry Creek North.

Take a peek inside →