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Hi Denver, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: The Cruise Room’s Art Deco revival, a bronze bison send-off, and Cardi B live + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
A storied lounge endures: Step inside LoDo’s Oxford Hotel at The Cruise Room, which opened the day after Prohibition ended in 1933 and still pours classic cocktails with Art Deco style and Denver nostalgia — explore its history and revival.
Youth advocates back tougher oversight: Aurora City Council approved a retail tobacco licensure ordinance to curb underage sales with stiffer fines, covering kratom and psychoactive hemp products. A final vote will happen later this month — read the full story.
Elevating lifesaving 911 coaching: The American Heart Association has launched Telecommunicator CPR training in Denver to improve survival from cardiac arrests. The program will expand across Colorado, with Denver serving as a model — learn more about the initiative.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
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:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Burger night, sorted: Whether you’re craving a smash or stacking green chiles, bacon, or even cream cheese (trust it), Cherry Cricket keeps the grill humming with dial-it-your-way burgers and a rotating Burger of the Month. Easygoing vibes, big flavor, zero fuss, all in a spot that treats burger night right.
Bring back skate night: Roller City West brings a big, buttery floor, upbeat playlists, and just-right throwback vibes that turn any weeknight into an easy mood lift. Grab your crew, swap the couch for wheels, and let a few laps reset everything. Easy.
Curiosity fully charged: Whether you’ve got kids obsessed with dinos, a soft spot for space shows, or just want a low-stress weekend wander, Denver Museum of Nature & Science is an easy win. Think rotating exhibitions, a stellar planetarium, a giant-screen theater, and plenty to geek out about right in City Park.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Denver for grown ups
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🔬 Girls & Science @ Denver Museum of Nature & Science | Friday (3/6) at 4:00 PM – Family night gets a lab coat upgrade at the museum, with hands-on STEM, women mentors to grill, and a new Teen Zone for girls 13+. Bring the kids, your curiosity, and your inner tinkerer, and watch light bulbs pop on all evening.
🎨 Parfleche Painting: Plains Indians Design @ Denver Art Museum | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Give your craft table a promotion with a workshop on parfleche, Plains-style geometric rawhide design, led by Lakota artist Danielle SeeWalker at the Denver Art Museum. Learn the history, paint the patterns, and leave with earrings or a keychain, materials included, member discounts available.
🍀 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.
🏝 Kids’ Matinee: Treasure Island @ Dazzle | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Let Dazzle handle the swashbuckling, because your living room has hosted enough pirate battles. Kids get picked to be pirates, mermaids, a parrot, learn to Talk Like a Pirate with music, and you get a seat, a drink, the kids’ menu. Birthday-ready, no mop required.
🛍 6th Annual You Grow Girl Artisanal Market @ 4 Noses Brewing Company – Park Hill | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Skip the big-box errand and wander a market powered by brilliant women, where innovation smells like candles, sparkles like jewelry, and fits in a tote with a drink. Shop Amber Faye Art, Fout Jewelry, Cat’s Cakes, Emily Mariani Ceramics, Denver Plant Lady, and more.
♀ Horseshoe Market International Women’s Day @ RiNo | Sunday (3/8) at 10:00 AM – Celebrate International Women’s Day at Horseshoe Market, where women makers, artists, and neighbors turn shopping into a love letter to community. Expect lucky finds, real conversations, and zero cheesy gimmicks, the kind of outing that actually feels like time well spent.
🌱 Terrarium Workshop @ Poka Lola Social Club | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Get your hands dirty at Poka Lola’s terrarium workshop, and build a closed mini jungle without the yard drama. Ticket includes two plants, all materials, and a specialty cocktail, a.k.a. hydration for you, zero reminders for your new ecosystem.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 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.
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📻 Denver report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 69°F – Low: 32°F – Precip: 23%
A slight chance of rain after 5pm. Mostly sunny. High near 69, with temperatures falling to around 65 in the afternoon. South southwest wind 5 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of rain before 11pm, then rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 32. Northwest wind 6 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 41°F – Low: 23°F – Precip: 86%
Snow. Cloudy, with a high near 41. North wind 6 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible. Later: Snow likely before 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 23. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
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
In the Historic District on Franklin Parkway, this reimagined Country Club classic pairs elegance with modern ease. A sunlit relocated kitchen flows to a family room addition, while the former kitchen becomes a catering space or library. Highlights include two suites, an elevator to all levels including garage access with hidden storage, a wine cellar, wet bar, and a terrace.
Take a peek inside →
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