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LGBTQ+ Events at the Center on Colfax

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THE CENTER ON COLFAX

The Center on Colfax is a safe and welcoming place for Colorado’s proud, diverse LGBTQ community. When you visit our space, you’ll be affirmed and accepted, heard and understood. Listed below are several groups and events coming up in 2020.

Transgender and Non-Binary Older Adults Group

(NEW) SAGE of the Rockies welcomes all self-identified Transgender and Non-Binary adults 40+ to an online peer-led space where they can come together for conversation and connections. Join us on Tuesdays, starting November 10 at 1:30 PM.
For registration or questions, contact Reynaldo Mireles, Director of Elder Services at [email protected] or Amy Van Roo, SAGE Intern, at [email protected]

A Night Out at Home: Table 6 Style

Mondays, November 16, 23, 30 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join us online to view a video series created by the Table 6 Team as Chefs Sergio Vegas and Tyler Ryen teach us how to create beautiful and exciting dishes at home. The free 3-week conversation will give adults 50+ an opportunity to try out new recipes and share our own experiences cooking at home. Participants will receive a $25 King Soopers upon completion of the series.For registration or questions, contact Reynaldo Mireles, Director of Elder Services at [email protected] or Kerry Duran, Coordinator of Elder Services at [email protected]. 

SAGE Table: A Virtual Intergenerational Event

We value your opinion and hope you will let us know your thoughts by completing our online survey of us hosting a SAGE Table event. The virtual SAGE Table event is an opportunity to learn about LGBTQ history in a profound way: through the people who lived it. This online event open to all ages 16+ will allow everyone to share their stories to better understand each other and to help us discover own own role in creating history and our futures.Please take a minute to fill out this brief online survey and let us know your thoughts so that we can plan appropriately. 

 Mexican Modernism in Context

The Denver Art Museum’s latest exhibition, Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and Mexican Modernism, will be on view from October 25 through January 24, 2021. With local experts as your guides, Mexican Modernism in Context invites you to look more closely at the works on display, discover the rich historical contexts that informed their production, and explore the exhibition armed with newfound knowledge and critical perspectives.  Through our partnership with the Denver Art Museum, our LGBTQ community members and friends (40+) are welcome to join their upcoming evening lectures at no cost to you. Please email Reynaldo at [email protected] for the Zoom links. No registration required.

November’s Virtual Lunch and Learn:

 November’s Virtual Lunch & Learn  |  Wed, Nov. 18, 12:30-1:30 PM
“Safer Senior Living. Your Goal, Our Mission.”Are you or your older adult loved ones exploring what’s next for their care? Sara Shvartzman, MSW and Senior Care Consultant from CarePatrol of Denver will be presenting the ins and outs of easing the process of navigating care options and learning the differences between In-Home Care, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living and Nursing Homes (SNF). CarePatrol is a free community service. Learn more about Sara online here.

LEARN MORE

Online Cafecito/Coffee Break  |  Thursdays, 10-11 AM

Join Reynaldo Mireles, Director of Elder Services, on Thursday mornings at 10 AM beginning April 16 for an hour chat with special guest speakers from the LGBTQ and allied community. This will be an opportunity to be informed, educated and entertained as you start your day.For Registration and/or Questions, contact Reynaldo Mireles, Director of Elder Services, at [email protected] / 303-951-5222 or Kerry Duran, Coordinator of Elder Services at [email protected] / 303-951-5228.LEARN MORE

RAINBOW FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

Join Us For The Center’s First Rainbow Festival of Light From November 15 to December 31, 2020, join us for The Center’s first-ever Rainbow Festival of Light, a virtual holiday marketplace created to showcase the best LGBTQ purveyors of food, art, jewelry, Pride merchandise, and much more! All donations from the Rainbow Festival of Light benefit The Center’s programs and services for Colorado’s LGBTQ community and our allies. Thank you for your support!

LEARN MORE  & SIGN UP TO BE AN EXHIBITOR

Holiday Food Basket

Sign Up For A Holiday Food Basket

Because of COVID limitations on in-person gathering, this year The Center, in conjunction with Two Sistah’s Eats will be giving away holiday food baskets as part of our Rainbow Festival of Lights. The Holiday Meal will include

  • Baked Turkey Breast with Gravy
  • Cornbread Dressing with Cranberry Sauce
  • Green Beans
  • Mashed Potatoes
  • Mac & Cheese
  • Dinner Rolls
  • Sweet Potato
  • Pound Cake
  • Items in bold are vegetarian.

Meals will be packed for two people or two servings. All meals will be packed and refrigerated.  Meals will include heating instructions. RSVPs are limited to the first 50 signups, first come, first served SIGN UP HERE

Holigay

Save the date for Holigay coming Saturday, Dec. 5th! RSPs will be going live soon!  


The Center on Colfax
1301 E. Colfax Ave  | Denver, Colorado 8021
(303) 733-7743 | [email protected]

Castle Rock Starlighting Ceremony

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The Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce and Fire Department have been “illuminating” the famous, giant star on top of Castle Rock for 78 years and this annual event is the most anticipated holiday landmark in all of Douglas County each November.

Castle Rock Star Lighting

Be there to see the Star high atop the Castle ROCK turn blue!

The Castle Rock “Lighting of the Star” has been a community event shared by residents dating back to 1936. The same spirit of volunteerism, generosity and love of tradition exists today as Castle Rock businesses and residents prepare to celebrate Starlighting downtown on the Saturday before Thanksgiving.  The 2020 Castle Rock Starlighting is Saturday, Nov. 21 from 2 PM to 7 PM in Downtown Castle Rock at Historic Wilcox Square.

As one of Castle Rock Chamber’s signature events, this year’s Starlighting celebration will again include: hot chocolate, nonprofit booths, strolling entertainers, live entertainment and of course Santa will be present for photos and visits. Don’t forget to enjoy the Rink at the Rock, an outdoor ice skating rink in downtown Castle Rock as well. Non-profit groups are invited to participate in this well-respected community event to spread the word about their organization.  Click below to register, space is limited.

The Saturday BEFORE Thanksgiving

Hot chocolate, Non profit booths, Strolling entertainers, Live entertainment, Fireworks and of course Santa!

2020 Castle Rock Starlighting
Saturday, November, 21, 2020
Time: 2 PM to 7 PM
Historic Wilcox Square – Downtown Castle Rock

The Starlighting ceremony will begin promptly at 5:00 pm and the lighting of the Star will be at approximately 5:30 pm, it may be earlier.  This year our ceremony emcee is TBD.

Santa will be available for visits at the PS Miller Library 2-4 pm and at the Fire Station 2-6pm.

This event is presented by the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce.  

The Castle Rock “Lighting of the Star” has been a community event shared by residents for over seventy-seven years, dating to 1935 when plans were developed by a group of community-minded residents.  The same spirit of volunteerism and generosity that exists today has kept this tradition alive and binds residents with a mutual conviction to preserve their history and traditions.In 1935, the Star was planned as a symbol welcoming residents and travelers alike to Castle Rock.  The Star has played an important role in the lives of generations of townspeople, from the bombing of Pearl Harbor to the Denver Broncos Super Bowl championships to 9-11.

How to survive a winter storm warning in Colorado

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A winter storm warning?  What does that mean to you?

Unlike winter storms in the “Winter” early fall storms will most likely be completely gone by the end of the snow possibly even before depending on which area of Denver you live in.  The Denver metro areas like Aurora, Parker, Centennial, Englewood, Highlands Ranch won’t get as much snow as those communities in or close to the Palmer Divide (Parker, Castle Rock, Franktown, Monument) or the foothills (Golden, Evergreen, Boulder).

A few tips for those new residents of Colorado

  • Do not drive if you don’t know how to drive in snow! It doesn’t matter if you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle or not, if you are going too fast or don’t know how to use your breaks on snow and ice you WILL get in an accident and possibly hurt yourself, others and property. Take advantage of one of your Colorado native friends or neighbors and have them teach you to drive here.
  • If you have deciduous trees, do go outside and gently tap off heavy snow from tree limbs before they break.  Tree’s are a precious commodity in the high plains.
  • Always unhook your garden hoses from the house, even if you don’t think it’s going to get that cold.
  • Do dress in layers in Colorado pretty much year-round. The temperatures can and do vary drastically from when you leave your house for work and when you get home. It’s always a good idea to keep at least a  jacket, hat, and gloves in your car year-round.
  • You don’t need to run to the grocery store to stock up for the storm, it really will be melted with 24 -48 hours maximum.

The tips below were taking from the  State of Colorado Emergency Management site.

  • Store drinking water, first aid kit, canned/no-cook food, non-electric can opener, radio, flashlight and extra batteries where you can get them easily, even in the dark. Have questions about kits? Check out READYColorado for some great checklists and tips!
  • Keep cars and other vehicles fueled and in good repair, with a winter emergency kit in each.
  • Get a NOAA Weather Radio to monitor severe weather.
  • Know how the public is warned (siren, radio, TV, etc.) and the warning terms for each kind of disaster in your community:

Winter Weather Terminology in Colorado

  • “winter storm watch” — Be alert, a storm is likely
  • “winter storm warning” — Take action, the storm is in or entering the area
  • “blizzard warning” — Snow and strong winds combined will produce blinding snow, near zero visibility, deep drifts, and life-threatening wind chill–seek refuge immediately!
  • “winter weather advisory” — Winter weather conditions are expected to cause significant inconveniences and may be hazardous, especially to motorists
  • “frost/freeze warning” — Below freezing temperatures are expected and may cause damage to plants, crops, or fruit trees
  • “flash flood or flood watch” — Be alert to signs of flash flooding and be ready to evacuate on a moment’s notice
  • “flash flood warning” — A flash flood is imminent–act quickly to save yourself because you may have only seconds
  • “flood warning” — Flooding has been reported or is imminent–take necessary precautions at once. Know safe routes from home, work and school to high ground.
  • Know how to contact other household members through a common out-of-state contact in the event you and have to evacuate and become separated.
  • Know how to turn off gas, electric power, and water before evacuating.
  • Know ahead of time what you should do to help elderly or disabled friends, neighbors or employees.
  • Winterize your house, barn, shed or any other structure that may provide shelter for your family, neighbors, livestock or equipment. Install storm shutters, doors, and windows; clear rain gutters; repair roof leaks; and check the structural ability of the roof to sustain unusually heavy weight from the accumulation of snow–or water, if drains on flat roofs do not work.
  • If you think you might want to volunteer in case of a disaster, now is the time to let voluntary organizations or the emergency services office know–beforehand.

Snow Plowing in Denver CO

In general snow plows follow this priority in all area’s of the Denver Metro area

  • Priority 1 – Arterials
  • Priority 2 – Collector Streets
  • Priority 3 – Local Roads
  • State Highways

Castle Rock has an online snowplow tracking system and you can check out at CRgov.com/plowtracker, will be updated once snow-removal operations begin

Do make snow angels, snowmen, snow forts and have fun!

We’d love to see your pictures of you frolicking in the snow so post them on the Facebook page here if you’d like to share how you spent Winter 2015’s first snow storm. Facebook.com/DenverBucketList

Denver Broncos 2020- 2021 Football Schedule

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Broncos 2020/2021 Football Schedule

Home Games @ Mile High Stadium

Regular Season
WKDATEOPPONENTRESULTW-L
1Mon, Sep 14vs TennesseeL 16-140-1
WKDATEOPPONENTTIMETV
2Sun, Sep 20@ Pittsburgh11:00 AMCBS
3Sun, Sep 27vs Tampa Bay2:25 PMFOX
4Thu, Oct 1@ New York6:20 PMNFL
5Sun, Oct 11@ New England11:00 AMCBS
6Sun, Oct 18vs Miami2:05 PMCBS
7Sun, Oct 25vs Kansas City2:25 PMCBS
8BYE WEEK
9Sun, Nov 8@ Atlanta11:00 AMCBS
10Sun, Nov 15@ Las Vegas2:05 PMCBS
11Sun, Nov 22vs Los Angeles2:05 PMCBS
12Sun, Nov 29vs New Orleans2:05 PMFOX
13Sun, Dec 6@ Kansas City6:20 PMNBC
14Sun, Dec 13@ Carolina11:00 AMCBS
15Sun, Dec 20vs BuffaloTBD
16Sun, Dec 27@ Los AngelesTBD
17Sun, Jan 3vs Las Vegas2:25 PMCBS

July 5 Busiest Day at the Animal Shelters

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As we all get ready to celebrate Independence Day, many shelters are bracing for a major influx of lost pets. According to the Dumb Friends League, the number of lost pets brought into its shelters on July 5 nearly doubles. On an average day, the Dumb Friends League receives approximately 26 lost pets between its two shelters the League received 66 lost pets. A similar increase is expected this year.

“The loud noise of fireworks often frightens pets and causes them to run away,” said Bob Rohde, president and CEO of the Dumb Friends League. “We strongly encourage all pet owners who are missing their pet or pets to visit all area shelters immediately.”

hagen at fika dogs at 4th of July

To help calm their anxiety, if you can put them in the basement away from the noise that help, it’s also the time to get out the Thundershirt. Our dog really is bothered by the fireworks so we have invested in this. In our neighborhood people shoot off fireworks at different times of the year like the Super Bowl and New Year’s Eve and sometimes it helps during bad thunderstorms that bring hail.

THUNDERSHIRT

thundershirt for anxiety in dogs

The patented ThunderShirt design applies gentle, constant pressure to calm anxiety, fear, and over-excitement. Calms during fireworks, thunder, separation, travel, vet visits, and much more with no training and no medication so your dog stays drug-free. I’ve heard this is great for rescue dogs while you are transporting them and introducing them to their new home. There are ThunderShirts for cats as well

Click to Order Size Small through XXL

A few drops of Lavender Oil on the ThunderShirt or collar, their bed and diffused in your home can help as well.

The Dumb Friends League, in conjunction with the Metro Denver Shelter Alliance, offers the following advice for pet owners looking for their pet:

  • Don’t assume your cat or dog will find its way home. Visit or call all area shelters as soon as possible.
  • File a lost report and give a photo to each of these shelters in case someone brings in your pet.
  • Look around your neighborhood and post fliers with your pet’s photo and your contact information, if your neighborhood allows it.
  • Most importantly, act fast and don’t give up.
  • To increase your chances of being reunited with your pet in the future, make sure your cat or dog is wearing a collar with current ID tags at all times, and consider getting a microchip ID implant for your pet from your veterinarian.
id tags for your cats and dogs

This list of things to do to prepare your pets for fireworks is from Missing Mutt Detectives in Douglas County Colorado.

  • Make sure they have a safe, secure place to be.
  • Leave a fan or the tv on to drown out some of the sounds. Remember that their hearing is much better than ours. To a dog, a firework down the street is like a gunshot next to your head.
  • Check your gates to make sure they are secure, a lock on a gate is best. Please don’t leave your dog in your yard and leave for the evening. We’ve seen this go terribly wrong even with dogs who are typically fine in the yard.
  • Check to make sure that your animals are chipped and that their chip is up to date. Petsmart, vets, etc. can scan your pet to check for a chip and you can go online to update your information with the chip company. Don’t assume that it’s up to date or that just because the vet chipped them that it’s registered to you. Please double check.
  • If you are taking your dog with you make sure you have a good, strong leash on your dog. A dog may be fine with fireworks one year and completely terrified the next.
  • If your dog/pet gets loose we have a list of things to do to help you get your pet home. We strongly believe in and stand by this list.
  • Time is of the essence. Don’t wait to get started on the list. I will add it to the comments of this post as well. Reach out if you have questions!
  • If you see a lost pet, please don’t chase them. Our article on skittish dogs is here. Get low to the ground, speak in a happy but calm voice and try to lure them to you with treats. If you aren’t able to do that please try to snap a picture and post it to social media immediately.

NEVER GIVE UP THE HUNT FOR YOUR LOST PETS, THEY WOULDN’T GIVE UP ON YOU!

Farmers Markets in Denver and Boulder CO

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Colorado is Farm Country

The Farmers Market season is one of the most anticipated events in Denver. Did you know that having a farmers market in your community is on the Bucket List when people are home hunting? It’s true!

farmers market palazzi farms parker co

All Farmers Markets are Likely to have Delayed Openings due to Stay at Home Orders

Boulder Farmers’ Market – Wednesday & Saturday – TBA

Saturdays – The Boulder Farmers’ Market Saturday season runs every Saturday beginning the first Saturday in April through the fourth Saturday in November,  8 a.m to 2 p.m.

Wednesdays – The Boulder Farmers’ Market Wednesday evening season runs every Wednesday beginning the first Wednesday in May, through the first Wednesday in October,  4 p.m to 8 p.m.

The beautiful location on 13th Street between Arapahoe and Canyon is next to Central Park in downtown Boulder. You can walk, ride your bike, take the bus or drive your car to visit us.

We have found in the past that your four-legged friends are happier if left at home.

Parking Information

Saturday parking is available for free in all public garages (NOT CITY LOTS!).

City of Boulder Public Garage Locations:

  • 11th & Walnut (Randolph Center)
  • 11th & Spruce
  • 15th & Pearl
  • 10th & Walnut (St Julien Hotel)
  • 14th & Walnut (RTD Bus Station)

Note:City lots, pay stations, and parking meters are not free on Saturdays!

Wednesday parking is available for free after 3 pm in the City lots accessed from 14th Street between Canyon and Arapahoe.

Longmont Farmers’ Market TBA

Saturdays – The Longmont Farmers’ Market season runs every Saturday beginning the first Saturday in April through the first Saturday in November, 8 a.m to 1 p.m.

Located at The Boulder County Fairgrounds, on 9595 Nelson Rd.  Easily accessible from the corner of Hover Rd. and Boston Ave in Longmont CO.

There is plenty to see at the Longmont location and there is an abundance of FREE parking for all!

For more information on the Boulder  & Longmont Farmers Markets check out their fantastic website here.

Southlands Farmers Market – Saturdays TBA

Shop local vendors for organic and pesticide-free produce, fresh dairy products, delicious baked goods, homemade salsa, tamales and tortillas as well as gourmet pasta, natural soaps, handmade goods and much more!

Southlands Farmer’s Market
Town Square
Saturdays – 8:00am – 1:00pm

Parker Farmers Market – Sundays TBA

The Parker Farmers Market always starts on Mother’s Day in May and this year is no exception. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Olde Town Parker Colorado where Mainstreet is filled with local area farmers, Palisade Fruit Growers, Flower Growers, Fresh Honey, Eggs, Meat and loads of handmade goods.

Location: Mainstreet at Parker Road

  • Dates: Mother’s Day weekend through October
  • Hours: 8 a.m to 1 p.m. (Or until sold out)

Castle Rock Farmers Market – Saturday TBA

The Castle Rock Market starts late in the summer usually the Saturday after the 4th of July and runs through September.

Location: Festival Park – Wilcox

  • Dates: Saturdays – July – September
  • Hours: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

MAIN STREET MARKETS TBA

Arvada Farmers Market

May 31st – October 4th

Sundays, 9-1:30

Olde Town Square
W 57th Ave & Olde Wadsworth Blvd
Arvada, CO 80002

Westminster Farmers Market

June 6th – October 24th

Saturdays, 10-2

Hidden Lake Center
72nd Ave & Sheridan Blvd
Westminster, CO 80030

The Orchards Farmers Market – Sundays’ July – October

The Orchards Retail Center is home to yet one more Farmers Market  located at 144th and I-25 offers shoppers a way to meet and greet the people that sow, hoe and harvest their food. Every Sunday more than 40 vendors pour into the center to bring the community the freshest possible foods available.

The Orchards Farmers Market – Sundays’ July – October

The Orchards Retail Center is home to yet one more Farmers Market  located at 144th and I-25 offers shoppers a way to meet and greet the people that sow, hoe and harvest their food. Every Sunday more than 40 vendors pour into the center to bring the community the freshest possible foods available.Orchards Farmers Market
14697 Delaware Street, Suite 850Westminster, CO 80023
Sundays in the North Parking LotHours: 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Dates: July through October

Metro Denver Farmers’ Market began over thirty years ago in downtown Dates TBA

Denver in an Auraria campus parking lot, on Saturdays only.
Our aim is to bring the freshest, local produce directly to you.

All locations are part of the SNAP Program and accept EBT card for payment!

SATURDAY

LAKEWOOD

JUNE 27 – SEPTEMBER 26
9077 W Alameda Ave
Alameda & Garrison (Mile Hi Church)
10am-2pm or Sellout
Click for Map

SOUTHWEST PLAZA

MAY 2 – OCTOBER 31

Southeast Parking Lot
Wadsworth & Bowles
8am-2pm or Sellout
Click for Map

SUNDAY

HIGHLANDS RANCH

MAY 3 – NOVEMBER 1

Highlands Ranch Town Center
9288 Dorchester St.
10am-2pm or Sellout
Click for Map

WEDNESDAY

LITTLETON

JUNE 17 – OCTOBER 28

Aspen Grove Lifestyle Center
7301 S. Santa Fe Dr.
10am-2pm or Sellout
Click for Map

THURSDAY

WHEAT RIDGE

JUNE 18 – OCTOBER 29
4252 Wadsworth Blvd.
10am-2pm or Sellout

Click for Map

Highlands Ranch Farmers Market – Sunday TBA

Located at Highlands Ranch Town Center Square
9288 Dorchester St., Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

  • Dates: May 6 through October
  • Hours: 10am until 2 pm or Sellout

Directions to Highlands Ranch

Southwest Plaza Farmers’ Market  – Saturday

Located at Southwest Plaza SE parking lot
Wadsworth & Bowles

  • Dates: May – October
  • Hours: 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. or sellout

Directions to Southwest Plaza

Havana Exchange Farmers Market – Monday

Located at 2712-2892 S Havana St (Havana & Yale)

  • Dates: June 18 – October
  • Hours: 10 am until 3 pm or Sellout

Directions to Havana St

Littleton Farmers Market – Wednesday

Located in Aspen Grove Lifestyle Center 
at 7301 S. Santa Fe Dr.

  • Dates: June 13 – October
  • Hours: 10am until 3 pm or Sellout

Directions to Littleton

Wheatridge Farmers Market – Thursday

Located at 4252 Wadsworth Blvd.

  • Dates: June 14 – October
  • Hours: 10am until 3 pm or Sellout

Directions to Wheat Ridge

Colorado Fresh Farmers Markets

Cherry Creek Fresh Market

Saturdays

  • Dates: May 5 – Oct 27,
  • Hours: 8 am – 1 pm

Wednesday

  • Dates:Jun 20 – Sep 27
  • Hours: 9 am – 1 pm

1st Ave. & University Blvd.
(Map) (Photos)

City Park Esplanade Fresh Market – Saturdays
Presented by Kaiser Permanente

  • Dates: Mother’s Day weekend – Oct
  • Hours: 9 am – 1 pm

E. Colfax Ave. & Columbine St.
(Map) (Photos)

Stapleton Farmers Market – Sundays
Presented by Stapleton MCA

  • Dates: Jun 17 – Oct 14
  • Hours: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm

E. 29th Ave. & Roslyn St.
(Map)

More information is available on these market at their website here.

The Highlands Ranch Farmers Market and Street Market has become one of the area’s finest. Having a farmers market is one of the things people look for when moving into a neighborhood.

The HRCA Street Market has over 30 vendors and offers handcrafted items, accessories, cooking items garden accessories and lots more each week. The two markets are side by side.

Sundays May through October

When: Sunday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., May – October
Where: Wadsworth Blvd. and Bowles Ave., Highlands Ranch
Made up almost entirely of farmers and producers from the areas surrounding Denver, this is a fun, fresh market that is worth the drive to Highlands Ranch.

Highlands Ranch Farmers Market & Street Market Vendors

Colorado Farmers:

  • Domenico Farms  – Colorado grown produce, much of it organic
  • Forté Farms  – Peaches, cherries, and apples from Palisade, Colorado
  • Galicia Farms  – Colorado grown vegetables
  • Martindale Farms – Grows a wide variety of vegetables, proudest of their corn.
  • Mazzotti Farms and Greenhouses  – Colorado-grown fruit and vegetables, bedding plants, herbs, vegetable plants and perennials
  • Mumm Farms  – Colorado-grown produce – Our Rocky Ford connection, brings melons, and produce.
  • Rocky Mountain Rice Company – has varieties of rice and Pastamoré vinaigrettes
  • Snow Creek Ranch – Raises Black Angus Beef and features Cottonwood Creek Farm eggs.
  • Styria Bakery II – Makes European gourmet and artisan bread and dipping sauces.

Farmers Market Vendors:

  • Ant D’s Fine Foods: Jams, jellies, pasteles, bbq, catering. We source and use as much local produce as is available.
  • Avanti Winery: Featuring over 25 Colorado wines
  • Baba & Pop’s Handmade Pierogi: Handmade pierogi and other Eastern European delights
  • Bavarian Sausage Express: Our Wurst is the Best! gourmet sausages, etc.
  • Big E’s BBQ Sauce: Big E’s BBQ Sauce and Mountain Berry Farms Jams, Jellies, and Preserves
  • Big Soul’s Catering: Chili cheese dogs, hot dogs, nachos and popcorn
  • Cecolors & company: Beautiful skin-loving artisan soaps and sand-cast rhubarb leaf garden art, and luminous Rosy Rings botanical candles!
  • Clay Inspirations: Handmade and wheel-thrown, functional ceramic pottery, oven, microwave and dishwasher safe. Unique, decorative pit fired vases.
  • Devil Dog Colorado: 100% Arabica select coffee, slow-roasted in the ‘South American’ style — supporting Marine families, all active and Veteran Military, & Community 1st Responders with each purchase.
  • Diné Creation: Handmade jewelry designed and created using materials from natural stones and metals such as turquoise, mother of pearl, Lapis, and coral.
  • Dixie Maid Pickles: Far and away the best pickle on the face of the earth!
  • East to West Imports: Shawls
  • Furry Friends Biscuit Bakery: Homemade dog biscuits containing only the finest ingredients. Each biscuit is hand-cut and slowly baked to provide a great snack for your furry friend.
  • GRATE ROOTS: Premium horseradish
  • Grumpy Geez, LLC: Buffalo Bill’s Beef Jerky, Mountain America Natural Beef Jerky (Colorado made), Jeff’s Famous Beef Jerky and Jerky Seasoning
  • handmade stuff:
  • High Country Products, Inc: Water Bottles
  • Honey Gal: A unique selection of Premium Rocky Mountain Wildflower Honey, specializing in “Whipped Honeys.” Whipped Honey are a “spreadable” blend of thick Wildflower Honey, blended with natural fruits, nuts, and natural flavors–also a great selection of HoneyStix
  • Illuminada: Jewelry
  • Juice Plus+ (Heather Allen): Whole-food Nutrition in capsules and shakes
  • Juice Plus+ (Kelly & Jim Arter): Whole food nutrition in capsules, chews, and shakes.
  • Leashes Etc: Humane pet products for owners who care. Featuring No-Pull harnesses and two dog walkers, unique and effective products that make interactions with your pet more enjoyable.
  • Lindsey Handbags: Purses and totes
  • Maggie’s Magnificent Cakes, Inc.: Wisecakes are one of the most delicious and healthiest cakes in the country – four flavors and gluten-free. Just add water, stir, and bake.
  • Mama Montoya: Frozen Pork Green Chile – Medium & Hot, made from our family’s 70-year-old recipe with 100% fire-roasted, hand peeled Colorado chiles.
  • Matchstick Cards: Greeting cards
  • N&N Cuisine LLC: Lebanese foods – Spinach, meats pies, za’atar, cheese pizza, hummus, baba ghanoujj, baklawa, flatbreads, pita bread, and vegetarian grapes leaves.
  • Philpott Goat Dairy: One of the last traditional goat cheese dairy farms in Colorado using age-old methods for making ricotta and goat cheese.
  • Posh Pastries: The finest in gourmet desserts and bakery items — an excellent selection of gluten-free pastries and seasonal baked goods.
  • Renewal by Andersen: Replacement windows that saves on utility costs and protects what counts.
  • Roberts Gorditas LLC: Flat quesadillas. Frozen and hot tamales Mexican and Colombian. Tacos. Shell quesadilla. Flour, wheat and corn tortillas. Enyucado. Flour and wheat gordita. Pupusas. Arepas, Chipotle, red and green salsa. Chips. Aguas Frescas.
  • Taspen Organics: Natural,organic wellness products: herbs, oils, and pure essential oils.
  • Wild Alaskan Seafood Products: Quality Alaskan seafood — vacuum packed products flown to Colorado. Also, local Pappardelle’s Gourmet Pasta
  • Posh Pastries  Also at the Parker Farmers Market on Sunday

For vendor information about the market visit the Denver Farmers’ Market website or call 303-710-2408.

Other Farmers Markets in the Denver Metro Area include:

Cherry Creek Fresh Market
When: Saturdays, May  – October , 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. & Wednesdays, June  – September  9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where: E. First Ave & University Blvd., Denver
Consistently named by locals as their favorite farmers’ market, the Cherry Creek Fresh Market is devoted to Colorado producers. Shopping here helps local family farmers stay in business, preserves quality local food sources for Colorado while using fewer resources, and most importantly, provides you with access to the freshest and most nutritious produce available. Get some just-popped kettle corn or a fresh-made tamale, mingle with the crowd and start shopping!

City Park Esplanade Fresh Market
When: Sundays, May  – October , 9 am – 1 pm
E. Colfax Ave. & Columbine St.
Where: E. Colfax Ave. & Columbine St., Denver
The lush, green expanse of City Park is the perfect spot for a good old-fashioned Farmers’ Market. The City Park Esplanade Fresh Market boasts the same vendors as Saturday’s Cherry Creek’s Fresh Market but is usually a little less crowded. It’s also a perfect spot for a picnic – just grab some fresh fruit, some bread, and cheese and find a nice spot in the sun.

The Market at Belmar
When: Sundays, June  – August , 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Alaska Dr. and Teller St., just east of Alameda Ave. and Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood
This European-inspired marketplace is a great way to spend your Sunday morning or afternoon. For the best fresh picked basil pestos, marinated Italian cheeses and balsamic vinaigrettes this side of Tuscany, head to Loredana’s Pesto. Morton’s Orchard offers Colorado vine-ripened organic fruit—the peaches are to die for. And if the sight of all that food makes you ravenous, pick up an order Sister’s Pantry’s Asian Dumplings with soy lime and cilantro. Or show up early for the fantastic pancake breakfast!

South Pearl Street Farmers’ Market
When: Sundays, May – November , 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where: On the 1500 block of Old South Pearl St., between Florida Ave. and Iowa Ave., Denver Super-fresh produce, ready-to-eat treats, artisan cheeses and just-out-of-oven baked goods – this is what a Farmers’ Market is all about! The quaint Old South Pearl neighborhood hosts this splendid Farmers’ Market every Sunday in the summertime. The irresistible smell of freshly roasted chilies will lead you over to Pope Farms’ booth. If you’re looking for tips on what to do with your haul, show up around noon for the weekly “Nibble At Noon” chef demonstration featuring recipes, cooking tips and more.

Littleton Farmers’ Market
When: Saturdays, May – September 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: 8501 West Bowles Ave., Littleton
In addition to filling your fridge and pantry with fresh produce and baked goods, at the Littleton Farmers’ Market, you’ll enjoy a vibrant community spirit and fun atmosphere. A typical Saturday at the market includes a hospitality tent with information about Historic Downtown Littleton, special kids activities, live music, gardening tips, a chair massage, adopt a pet and get veterinarian advice.

Aspen Grove Farmers Market 
When: Wednesdays June – October

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Farms and locally made food products represented include:

• Domenico Farms • Forté Farms • Galicia Farms • Martindale Farms • Mazzotti Farms and Greenhouses • Mumms Farms • Rocky Mountain Rice Company • Snow Creek Ranch • Styria Bakery II