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Happy weekend, Denver! In today’s edition: A new consumer rights law, Colorado Collaboration Fest, a Florence Price tribute, and more. Let’s get to it!

— Cait Baker

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Curated by popular demand — here are this week’s most-clicked events, local spots, and stories.

Consumer rights get boost: A new Colorado law making it easier to cancel automatic contract renewals took effect on February 16, 2026. It targets subscriptions and free trials, and violations are deceptive trade practices — see what’s in the bill.

Craft camaraderie on tap: Colorado Collaboration Fest will bring 160 breweries to The Westin Westminster on April 4, pouring more than 120 collaborative beers to benefit the Colorado Brewers Guild and Denver’s brewing community — get all the details.

How one idea scaled nationwide: Framebridge opened its first Colorado store on February 21 in Cherry Creek, bringing a simple, designer guided custom framing experience to the neighborhood. The shop features a community gallery wall and marked its grand opening with a print giveaway from local artist Brayan Montes-Terrazas. Learn about the national expansion.

Vibrant Daises Tote Bag or Live Edge Wood Round Painting @ Milly’s | Sunday (3/1) at 10:00 AM – Because your walls are full, spend a lazy morning at Milly’s painting cheerful daisies on either a tote or a live-edge wood round. Emma walks you through it, all supplies included, no experience needed. $50, good coffee, better company, take-home art — see the event listing.

Closet refresh idea: At Rags Consignments, curated meets approachable, with current boutique labels, quality basics, and the occasional designer surprise. It’s the spot where unworn pieces find new homes, and where you uncover styles you’ll actually reach for.

New approaches to cleaner industry: Last week, Colorado Energy Office awarded $5.2 million to firms including AtmosZero and Crew Carbon to cut industrial emissions, from carbon mineralization at a wastewater plant to electrified metal recycling — get all the details.

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 precious metals are 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.

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.

What do people see when they search your name? Search results can surface past mistakes or outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. BetterReputation helps remove and clean up unwanted content so your online presence matches your real life today. Not worried about yourself? Doesn’t hurt to mention it to family or friends who might be.

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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.

• Got debt? See if you qualify to pay up to 45% less
• This is the best home warranty (and it’s $150 off right now)
• This free tool makes it easy to find a financial advisor
• Over 62? Learn how to turn home equity into tax-free cash
• This pet insurance plan reimburses up to 90%
• Open a GoldCo account & get up to 10% in free gold/silver

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📚 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.

📻 303 Day @ Number Thirty Eight | Tuesday (3/3) at 5:00 PM – 303 Day means turning up the dial at Number Thirty Eight with Indie 102.3, free, all ages, and loud. Bruha, Graveyard Choir, and Cheap Perfume bring the heat, you snag the 303 Day Ink Lounge poster, then refuel with food, drinks, and smug Denver pride.

🎻 American Heirlooms: Florence Price Tribute @ Dazzle | Wednesday (3/4) at 7:00 PM – Celebrate Women’s History Month with a Florence Price tribute that moves, with Monique Brooks Roberts leading a string quartet, plus Dawn Clement and JoFoKe. Lush, rooted, and electric, this is classical for heart, not posture. Make it easy with wine, dessert, or charcuterie at [email protected].

🤠 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.

✂ Samuel Engineering 15th Year Anniversary Ribbon Cutting @ Samuel Engineering | Friday (3/6) at 12:00 PM – Samuel Engineering is marking 15 years with a ribbon cutting, oversized scissors, and the kind of hometown pride you actually feel. Swing by to applaud the folks who keep things humming, then stay for handshakes, a few thank-yous, and pleasantly manageable mingling.

🎨 March First Friday Art Walk @ The HUB at 40 West Arts | Friday (3/6) at 5:00 PM – First Friday calls for an unhurried lap of 40 West, with galleries and studios open late, new shows, featured artists, and surprises. Stroll West Colfax, chat up the creatives, and call it culture, community, and a respectable break from another night of streaming.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

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Weather forecast

Today – High: 70°F – Low: 39°F – Precip: 1%

Mostly sunny. High near 70, with temperatures falling to around 68 in the afternoon. South southeast wind 6 to 9 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 39. Southwest wind 2 to 6 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 65°F – Low: 38°F – Precip: 7%

Partly sunny, with a high near 65. North wind 2 to 8 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 38.

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