Denver Sustainable Food Policy Council Monthly Meeting
2024-12-17 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Via Zoom, Denver
Denver Sustainable Food Policy Council Monthly Meeting

Join us for the Denver Sustainable Food Policy Council monthly meeting

Tuesday, December 17th, 2024
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Zoom Meeting
All meetings are open to the public and include Spanish language interpretation.

Link to Register when meeting is held online, no need to register for in-person meetings. In person meeting locations will be posted on Slack.
All past meeting materials can be found on our website, or our Slack channel. Please join us on the new SFPC Slack for news, updates, and announcements.
Questions or comments? Send us an email: denversfpc@gmail.com

The Burton Mystery Series
2025-01-09 08:30 - 16:00 | Ruby Hill Park, 1200 W Florida Ave, Denver
When: Feb. 8, 8:30 AM -4:00 PM
Where: Ruby Hill Park, 1200 W Florida Ave, Denver
The Burton Mystery Series is back and heading your way with banked slalom events around the world. Celebrating community and progression for all ages and abilities, the Burton Mystery Series features product giveaways, athlete demos, and BBQ/après hangouts. An open mind is all you need.

Invitation to community conversation hosted by the Mayor’s Office in partnership with City Councilmembers Diana Romero-Campbell, Amanda Sawyer, and Paul Kashmann, to discuss the 2025 Vibrant Denver GO Bond
2025-03-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, 2200 S. Harrison St, Denver, CO
My name is Sterling Simms, I serve as Mayor Mike Johnston’s Senior Outreach Manager for Council Districts 4, 5, and 6 in the Mayor’s Office of Community Outreach.
We are excited to invite you to a community conversation hosted by the Mayor’s Office in partnership with City Councilmembers Diana Romero-Campbell, Amanda Sawyer, and Paul Kashmann, to discuss the 2025 Vibrant Denver GO Bond, a proposed bond initiative that aims to make transformative investments in our city! This is a great opportunity for you to learn more about the bond proposal, ask questions, and share your thoughts on potential bond projects and areas of investment in the district with representatives from the Mayor’s Office and City Council. Your input is invaluable as we shape investments that impact our neighborhoods and the future of our city. We ask that you RSVP at the link below as seating is limited. We also encourage all residents to take the Vibrant Denver GO Bond Survey linked below to submit your ideas for neighborhood bond projects.
Vibrant Denver GO Bond Community Conversation Information:
Date: Tuesday, March 18th from 5:15 PM – 6:45 PM
Location: Most Precious Blood Catholic Church 2200 S. Harrison St., Denver, CO 80210
RSVP HERE: https://tinyurl.com/VibrantDenverBond
THE VIBRANT DENVER GO BOND SURVEY: https://tinyurl.com/VibrantDenverBondSurvey
Language interpretation is also available for those in need, please send any request for language interpretation to Sterling.Simms@denvergov.org. Attached is a flyer with details and a QR code to RSVP, please feel free to invite other neighbors and partners within the District 4, 5, and 6 community, we would love for them to join as well! As always, if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me at this email or my personal cell (720) 737-4787.
Thank you all so much, I hope to see you on the 18th!
It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact Sterling Simms Sterling.Simms@denvergov.org with three business days’ notice.
”Es su derecho adquirir interpretación y traducción de información en su lenguaje natal, interpretación de lenguaje de señas, subtítulos en tiempo real a través de CART, o acomodaciones relacionadas a alguna discapacidad. Para solicitar cualquier de estos servicios sin costo alguno para usted, contacte a Sterling Simms Sterling.Simms@denvergov.org con tres (3) días de anticipación.

DA Community Academy
2025-03-29 10:30 - 16:00 | Blair Caldwell Branch Library, 2401 Welton Street, Denver, CO
Our next Community Academy is scheduled for Saturday, March 29th, 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. and will be held at the Blair Caldwell Branch Library, 2401 Welton Street in Denver.
We will give you a thorough understanding of how we make charging decisions and an overview of ethics in prosecution. You will learn about many aspects of our office, including our cold case unit and our appellate process. You will get to interact with other interested members of our community over lunch and snacks – on us – and, we hope, become stronger advocates for our great city. Our fall and spring sessions offer different topics, You are welcome to attend both sessions.
Please join us. Register online here

City Discussion re Vibrant Denver GO Bond
2025-04-08 16:30 - 18:30 | Rude Rec Center, 2855 W Holden Pl, Denver, CO
The City and County of Denver is excited to invite you, your friends and neighbors to a Citywide community conversation with Denver Mayor Mike Johnston in partnership with At-Large Denver City Councilmembers Sarah Parady and Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez to discuss the 2025 Vibrant Denver GO Bond, a proposed bond initiative that aims to make transformative investments in our city! Attached and below is the community conversation flyer(s) for this meeting. This is a great opportunity for you to learn more about the bond proposal, ask questions, and share your thoughts on potential bond projects in your district with representatives from the Mayor’s Office, City Council, and City Agency Officials.
Please Share:

Date: Tuesday, April 8th from 4:30PM – 6:30 PM; doors open at 4:00PM
Location: Rude Recreation Center: 2855 W Holden Pl, Denver, CO 80204 – Parking onsite HC accessible (Near 13th & Decatur)
At-Large Councilmembers Sarah Parady and Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez: Citywide
Live Stream on Zoom: Denvergov-org.zoom.us/my/vibrantdenver (Meeting ID: 619 207 4556 Passcode: [REDACTED]

Denver INC Forum - Creating Neighborhood Benefits with Cannabis Businesses
2025-04-12 08:30 - 23:30 | Via Zoom, Denver
Denver Inter Neighborhood Cooperation
Date: 4/12/2025
Time: 8:50-11:00 am
Where: Online on Zoom

Program: Creating Neighborhood Benefits with Cannabis Businesses – OPEN TO ALL RESIDENTS IN DENVER
RSVP here
This Month’s Program Includes: Program begins about 915a
Erica Rogers, Policy Director & Abbey Soisson, Senior Policy Analyst, Excise and Licenses, City and County of Denver
Liz Zukowski, Director of Public Affairs, Native Roots
Daniel Pabon, Esq. Chief Policy and Regulatory Affairs Officer with the trade group Colorado Leads
The Scoop:
This month’s virtual community program will feature panelists from Denver’s EXL policy team, trade group Colorado Leads, and retailer NativeRoots. They will speak on the regulatory environment for permitting as well as anticipated updates, Good Neighborhood Agreements, and steps the cannabis industry is taking to incentivize active community partnerships. Replicate successful outcomes for your RNO by engaging in outreach to these cannabis businesses. Direct questions and comments to the panel and others.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Join us on Zoom to connect with community members citywide! Share your concerns, questions, and neighborhood updates.
Everyone is welcome—mark your calendars and join the conversation on April 12th!
RSVP here

Public events for Modernizing Parking Requirements project coming in April
2025-04-15 08:00 - 17:00 | CO
Denver Community Planning and Development announced the Modernizing Parking Requirements project in December in an effort to:

Reduce city time reviewing development applications,
Promote the development of more housing, and
Give building projects the flexibility to build the number of parking spaces they deem necessary, based on market conditions.

Next month, the project team will begin public outreach to share more information on the zoning rules and regulations that may change and collect feedback from community members. We encourage you to join the in-person events listed below to hear from city planners and share your voice.
Tuesday, April 15: Virtual Townhall Time and login information will be shared soon on the project webpage.
Wednesday, April 16: Council District 6 “Academy in the Community”
5:30-7:30 p.m., Cook Park Recreation Center, 7100 Cherry Creek S. Dr., Denver
Additionally, city planners have completed a project background report that includes information on peer cities, state law, and Denver’s current regulations. Click here for more info.

Public events for Modernizing Parking Requirements project coming in April
2025-04-16 17:30 - 19:30 | Cook Park, 7100 Cherry Creek S Dr, Denver, CO, United States
Denver Community Planning and Development announced the Modernizing Parking Requirements project in December in an effort to:

Reduce city time reviewing development applications,
Promote the development of more housing, and
Give building projects the flexibility to build the number of parking spaces they deem necessary, based on market conditions.

Next month, the project team will begin public outreach to share more information on the zoning rules and regulations that may change and collect feedback from community members. We encourage you to join the in-person events listed below to hear from city planners and share your voice.
Wednesday, April 16: Council District 6 “Academy in the Community”
5:30-7:30 p.m., Cook Park Recreation Center, 7100 Cherry Creek S. Dr., Denver
Additionally, city planners have completed a project background report that includes information on peer cities, state law, and Denver’s current regulations. Click here for more info.

Free Mulch Giveaway May 3
2025-05-03 | CO
DENVER – Denver’s Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) is hosting its annual Mulch Giveaway on Saturday, May 3, and is also offering Denver residents an opportunity to register for a limited amount of free compost! Get two great products that are good for your garden!
Holiday trees dropped off during the Treecycle program are mulched and distributed back to Denver residents for free each spring. Compost is created from food scraps and yard waste collected from Denver’s Compost program and donated from WM.
Dig-Your-Own MULCH will be available at THREE locations this year, while supplies last: Denver Central Platte Campus, North Entrance (Enter through the campus gates at 2000 W. 3rd Avenue. Head right at the stop sign and follow signs for Mulch Giveaway)

Cherry Creek Transfer Station (7301 E Jewell Ave. Enter on E. Jewell Ave)
Havana Nursery (10450 Smith Rd)

In addition to dig-your-own, free loader service is available at the Havana location for trucks and small, one axle trailers.

Please bring your own rake or shovel, as well as bags or containers for loading mulch and a tarp to cover your truck or trailer.
Denver residents only; commercial vehicles are prohibited from taking or selling the mulch or compost from this event.
More information can be found at denvergov.org/mulch

Dig-Your-Own COMPOST will be available at ONE location (registration required)

Denver Central Platte Campus, South Entrance (Enter through the campus gates at 1271 W. Bayaud Ave. and drive past the Denver Animal Shelter)

Advance registration is required for free compost. Visit denvergov.org/mulch to sign up and receive a coupon confirmation code.
Residents should bring their coupon code, a one 5-gallon bucket, shovel, and proof of Denver residency.
Quantities are limited.

Did You Know?
Mulch retains soil moisture, suppresses weeds, keeps soil and plant roots cool, prevents frost heaving in winter, and makes a garden bed and landscape look more attractive. The mulch at our giveaway is made from tree branches and holiday trees residents recycled through Denver’s Treecycle collection program.
Compost is a nutrient-rich soil amendment made from decomposed organic material. It can be added to soil to help plants thrive, while reducing water and fertilizer needs! This compost was created from food scraps and yard waste collected by Denver’s Compost Collection Program.

Paint Recycle Event
2025-05-17 09:00 - 14:00 | City of Denver Fire Foundation, 1271 W Bayaud Ave,, Denver, CO, 80223
Join us for a fun and eco-friendly event where you can safely dispose of your unwanted paint! Our Free Paint Recycling Collection Event is happening on May 17, 2025 at 1271 W. Bayaud Ave., Denver, CO 80223. Don’t miss this opportunity to declutter your space and contribute to a greener environment. See accepted and non accepted items below.
Register for a timeslot today! https://circular.eco/event/Den517. Simply sign up and secure your spot. We will accept all types of paint, from latex to oil-based, so bring them all! Our team of experts will be on hand to guide you through the process and ensure everything is properly recycled.
Voluntary donations will support the Denver Fire Department Foundation (DFDF). DFDF raises funds to support our firefighters by providing safety and wellness equipment and programming, as well as public education about fire safety and prevention.
Accepted Materials:
Urethanes
Oil-based and Latex-based Paints
Acrylic Paint
Varnishes, Shellacs and Lacquers
Primers
Clear coatings
Not Accepted:
Spray Paints, Marine and Auto Paints
Household Hazardous Waste
Electronics
Paint Thinner
Driveway Sealers

City Opportunity: Denver International Airport Hosts Expo for Small Business Suppliers to Pitch Products
2025-05-21 08:00 - 14:00 | CO
City Opportunity: Denver International Airport Hosts Expo for Small Business Suppliers to Pitch Products
Denver International Airport (DEN) will be hosting a unique opportunity for local snack and souvenir makers and suppliers to showcase their products at a Snack and Souvenir Expo on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 from 8AM-2PM. Event is Westin International Hotel at DIA
Interested pre-packaged snack and souvenir suppliers can meet with DEN’s Dine-Shop-Relax businesses to learn about the application process and the requirements to sell their products within the airport premises. CLICK HERE for more details.
The Snack and Souvenir Expo aims to provide a platform for suppliers to pitch their prepackaged food, items and souvenirs directly to top concessionaires from across the country. This event underscores DEN’s commitment to fostering local entrepreneurship and diversity within its concessions program and represents a significant opportunity for suppliers to grow their businesses in a dynamic and high-traffic environment.

RSVP today.

16th Street Summer Kickoff Celebration, May 31-June 1
2025-05-31 11:00 - 18:00 | 16th Street, Denver, Denver
16th Street Summer Kickoff Celebration, May 31-June 1
Later this month, the Downtown Denver Partnership and the City and County of Denver will host the 16th Street Summer Kickoff Celebration!
Meet us on 16th Street between Market and Tremont (with festivities happening all over downtown – from Union Station to Civic Center!) for downtown-wide FREE fun, including:
We hope you will join us during this momentous occasion! Activities will include:
-World Cup Speed Climbing
-Kids Adventure Zone
-16th Street Grand BAZAAR
-Beer Garden
-Live Music & More!
Is your business interested in being a vendor during the outdoor marketplace?You can submit a vendor application to host a booth during the Grand BAZAAR outdoor marketplace – submit a vendor application here. Other opportunities include activation, sponsoring an event zone. Learn more here.
We hope to see you there! Visit here to see the full schedule of events and to learn more about Summer on 16th Street!

Denver Community Film Fest - WDCA is one of the sponsors! Free - Full as of 6/11, but can still RSVP in hopes of no shows
2025-06-12 17:30 - 21:00 | Holiday Theater, 2644 W 32nd Ave, Denver, CO
Denver Community Film Screening- WDCA is one of the sponsors! Event is Free

Join Denver’s Inter Neighborhood Cooperation for Denver Community Film Fest Night!
And, thank you WDCA for your donation to help support this important event.📅 June 12 | 📍 Historic Holiday Theater, 2644 W 32nd Ave, Denver near North HS. Parking at North HS. In June, INC, along with a number of community groups, is hosting a screening of Join or Die, a thought provoking documentary on the decline of civic engagement in America, highlighting the decreasing participation in community groups like neighborhood & civic organizations, churches, and more. [Watch the trailer here.]The evening includes a pre-film reception at 530pm, screening at 630p, and a post-film Q&A with the director and community leaders.The screening is free to Denver residents. Donations are appreciated and accepted at the door.
WDCA is a co-sponsor of this film being shown as part of the June 12th Denver Community Film Festival. Your participation is what will make this event truly special, and we can’t wait to bring our communities together for an incredible night centered around civic and personal connections

Denver Street Fairs Blake and 21st Street
2025-06-14 - 2025-06-15 | CO
Road Closures and Parking Restrictions
Blake St will be closed from 20th to 22nd St, and 21st St will be closed from Blake to Market St.
Parking on Blake St from20th to 22nd St, and on 21st St from Blake to Market St will be unavailable from Friday, June 13th at 7 pm through
Sunday, June 15th at 10 pm after event cleanup is complete. The Bike Lane will be closed on Blake St between 20th
and 21st St and will be unavailable Saturday June 14th at 5am through Sunday, June 15th at 10 pm.
Event Description
Find event details and updates at www.artisanmarkets.co
Thank you for your support and cooperation with this community event. We are working with the City and County of
Denver to minimize all event-related disruptions. We hope to see you there!
Please contact Lexi at info@artisanmarkets.co with any questions or call 719-900-1993.

Juneteenth Celebration Jun 15
2025-06-15 11:00 - 20:00 | CO
Juneteenth will be celebrated in Denver’s historic Five Points neighborhood on Sunday, June 15, 2025. The Juneteenth Music Festival will be the main event, featuring live music, community programming, and the Juneteenth Parade, according to Juneteenth Music Festival. The parade will begin at 11:00 am, starting on Williams Street at 26th Avenue and proceeding to Welton Street. The festival will then take place from noon to 8:00 pm along Welton Street.

One Water Day 2025 Agenda is Live!
2025-06-20 09:00 - 18:00 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St, Denver, Colorado
Just Announced: One Water Day 2025 Agenda is Live! Tickets are $60 to attend.

We’re excited to announce the official One Water Day is now live! Join us on Friday, June 20, at the Denver Botanic Gardens for a full day of connection, collaboration and conversations at the intersection of water, sustainability and community.
This year’s One Water Day agenda brings together public and private leaders from across the region to explore stormwater and the urban ecosystem, highlighting the benefits of integrated stormwater management and collaboration across utilities
Tickets to One Water Day may be purchased as an add-on to the Watershed Summit. Ticket price $60.00
Registration includes access to the Watershed Summit in the afternoon, happy hour and full access to Denver Botanic Gardens on June 20. Lunch may be purchased as an add-on to registration.

Register Today

Movie Night at JCC - Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution
2025-07-10 17:30 - 20:30 | Jewish Community Center, 350 South Dahlia St, Denver, CO, 80246
Movie Night

Celebrate 35 years of the American with Disabilities Act featuring Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution, a powerful documentary that celebrates the #disabilityrights movement.
Thursday, July 10, 2025
5:30 p.m.
Jewish Community Center, 350 South Dahlia St., Denver, CO 80246

Movie Night at Cook Park
2025-07-15 18:30 - 21:30 | Cook Park, 7100 Cherry Creek S Dr, Denver, CO, United States

Housing Stability Strategic Advisors Meeting
2025-07-18 10:00 - 12:30 | CO
July Housing Stability Strategic Advisors Meeting
The next meeting is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Friday, July 18 at The Denver Foundation, 1009 Grant St. Members of the public are welcome to attend and to give public comment. Keep an eye on our HSSA webpage for any further updates.

DENVER DAYS July 26 - August 3 2025
2025-07-26 - 2025-08-03 | CO
Planning to host a Denver Days residential block party? Don’t wait! Up to 50 residential block party applications on a first-come, first-served basis will be approved. Please submit your gathering permit and Denver Days application TODAY! All instructions are found in the tabs below.
Questions? Contact us at denverdays@denvergov.org.

Denver's Back to School Fest! August 2
2025-08-02 10:00 - 14:00 | National Western Center, 4797 National Western Dr., Denver, CO, 80216
You’re Invited: Denver’s Back to School Fest
Two of our community’s most cherished back-to-school events are joining forces for one incredible celebration. The Silva Family Foundation’s Back to School Festival at Sloan’s Lake and Birdseed Collective’s celebration at GES are teaming up with Denver Days to host a citywide event designed to support families and students as they head into a new school year.
Join us for a fun, resource-filled day that brings our community together!
Saturday, August 2, 2025
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
National Western Center, 4797 National Western Dr., Denver, CO. 80216
This FREE, family-friendly event is brought to you by Denver Human Rights & Community Partnerships, the Denver Mayor’s Office, the Silva Family Foundation, the National Western Center, Birdseed Collective, and the Denver Fire Department.
With heartfelt gratitude, we also thank our incredible sponsors, Comcast and FirstBank, for your generous support and commitment to our community.
You can expect:
Free backpacks and school supplies for students
Health and wellness resources
City and community resources
Live music and performances
Fun games and activities for all ages
We’re bringing together city agencies, nonprofits, and community partners to support Denver families with everything they need to start the school year strong.
Help us spread the word! Everyone is welcome, and no registration is required.
Learn more: denvergov.org/denverdays

Winston Downs Neighborhood Wide Garage Sale-Two days!
2025-08-16 09:00 - 14:00 | CO
Winston Downs Neighborhoodwide Garage Sale – Two Days!
We are located just east of George Washington High School
Street boundaries: Alameda, Monaco, Quebec, E. Walsh Place (Enter via E. Exposition)
Saturday August 16 from 9am to 2pm
Sunday August 17 from 9am to 2pm

Residents of Winston Downs- save the date for our every-other-year neighborhood wide garage sale event Saturday August 16 and Sunday August 17
Gather items you want to sell.
We’ll get the traffic to come!

You manage your own garage sale from your home. We suggest items be out by 830a at the latest. You set the prices, collect and keep revenues from sales of your items.
Winston Downs Community Association supports the effort by doing the promotion to get potential buyers into to the neighborhood. Our promotions will be included into Dist 5 newsletter, social media and visible signage on major streets surrounding Winston Downs. You may participate both days or just one day- your choice.

Winston Downs Neighborhoodwide Garage Sale
2025-08-17 09:00 - 14:00 | CO
Winston Downs Neighborhoodwide Garage Sale – Two Days!

We are located just east of George Washington High School
Street boundaries: Alameda, Monaco, Quebec, E. Walsh Place (Enter via E. Exposition)
Saturday August 16 from 9am to 2pm
Sunday August 17 from 9am to 2pm

FREE Self Defense Class Sep 6 at Cook Park RSVP
2025-09-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Cook Park, 7100 Cherry Creek S Dr, Denver, CO, United States

Next Denver DA Community Academy
2025-10-04 10:00 - 15:30 | Blair Caldwell Branch Library, 2401 Welton Street, Denver, CO
Join Us for Our Next Denver DA Community Academy
Our next Community Academy is scheduled for Saturday, October 4th, 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and will be held at the Blair Caldwell Branch Library, 2401 Welton Street in Denver.
Please join us as DA Walsh shares his vision and priorities for the Denver District Attorney’s Office. Additionally, you’ll hear from several other key members of the DA’s Office, who will explain what they do and why they do it, and provide a detailed look at some major cases that we have recently prosecuted. There will also be plenty of time throughout the day for questions from audience members. It is our hope that, at the end of the day, you’ll leave with a greater understanding of the criminal justice system and the many dedicated people who make it work.
Please join us. Register online here

Denver Police Dist 3 Halloween Carnival Oct 26 1p-3p
2025-10-08 08:00 - 17:00 | District 3 Police, 1625 S University Blvd, Denver, CO, United States

Neighborhood Groups in Denver and open forum on what neighborhoods want from City
2025-10-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Cook Park, 7100 Cherry Creek S Dr, Denver, CO, United States
Dear Denver Residents,
Council Members Gonzales-Gutierrez and Kashmann are hosting series of in-person facilitated conversation about neighborhoods and neighborhood groups in Denver and want to hear from you to make real policy changes to how the city interacts with our communities. ALL ARE WELCOME, no experience or expertise necessary. Food will be provided, and childcare will be provided upon request. Below are details for the upcoming events across Denver.
Please RSVP using this link: https://linktr.ee/yourcityyourvoice (RSVP open for Sept 10 and 20)
Southeast Denver: INCLUDES WINSTON DOWNS
Date: Wednesday, October 15th
Time: 6-8pm
Location: Cook Park Rec Center (7100 Cherry Creek S Dr)
Light dinner and drinks will be provided!
In need of interpretation or ADA accommodations? Make a note on the registration form within a 3 days’ notice to request oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations.
Questions? Comments? Reply to this email and we will get back to you!
TAKE OUR SURVEY!

Boo at the Zoo
2025-10-23 16:30 - 21:00 | CO
TICKETS REQUIRED
See pricing details below.
Get Tickets
October 24–26
4:30-9:00 p.m.
Sensory-Friendly Night:
October 31
4:30-9:00 p.m.
• Nine candy stations
• Cryptid creatures and costumed characters
• Animal Ambassadors
• Festive photo ops
• Seasonal snacks
• Bring your own trick-or-treat bag, and decorate at our bag + cryptid guidebook decorating station!
• Optional $5 “Lil’ Boo Bag” with treats for kids two and under

BOO at the ZOO
2025-10-24 16:30 - 21:00 | Denver Zoo

Hauntings at the Hanger (Lowry)
2025-10-25 10:00 - 14:00 | CO
Hauntings in the Hangar at Wings Over the Rockies, Saturday, October 25, 10:00-2:00. Come in costume for trick or treating, scavenger hunts, and all kinds of fun activities! Purchase tickets here.
