Fall in Colorado can be unpredictable. One afternoon we’re enjoying sunshine and temperatures in the 70s, and a day later we’re looking for the snow shovel. As we swap shorts for jackets and prepare our homes for winter, pet owners often wonder whether our dogs and cats need similar seasonal adjustments. One question that comes
There is something magical about Halloween that goes far beyond candy and decorations. For me, as a vintage store owner, it’s one of my favorite times of year because Halloween gives us permission to step outside of ourselves and try on a different persona literally and figuratively. Throughout the year, we often dress according to
I was born in the 70’s in Denver, and anyone who grew up here then remembers the seasons as part of our identity. As kids, we always saw the first snow arrive right after the first days of school. It was dependable, almost ritualistic. And without fail, it would snow the week of Halloween. We
Excellent news coming in from Gastown Garage Denver over on 29th! We’ve been following their progress for over a year, and things are really starting to come together. This is the former auto garage being transformed into a restaurant, coffee shop and bar—and after a few hiccups along the way, they are getting very close
The Jefferson County Library Foundation (JCLF) announces that its fall 2026 Whale of a Used Book Sale is scheduled for October 22-25 at the Jeffco Fairgrounds. Booklovers and bargain hunters can swarm through three exhibit halls packed with gently used books, CDs, DVDs, and comic books, plus themed gift baskets, vinyl records, rare books and
It’s time to unleash your pet’s Halloween spirit! Join us for an evening of costumes, community, and all things pets at Cosmo’s Dog Bakery and Pet Supplies in Gold’s Marketplace. Cosmo’s is a Wheat Ridge owned and operated pet shop specializing in nutritious baked goods for pets, along with a wide selection of healthy dog
This summer, Benny Paiz saw fish salvages at reservoirs across the state. He observed Green Mountain Reservoir looking more like a stream than a body of water. He noticed when they drained Lake Ontario. He also experienced the worst drought of his 26-year career. The Wheat Ridge Parks, Forestry and Open Space Manager has been
Wheat Ridge and Arvada are two Front Range municipalities who collect a sales tax on grocery food, while many of their neighbors do not impose such taxes. Lakewood is somewhat unique, as it once collected sales tax revenue from grocery food but rescinded the tax 17 years ago. Mountain View, Golden, Edgewater, Littleton and Denver
Lily Fenner, who will start fifth grade this fall, loves playing soccer and tennis. She’s excited to start a new basketball season with her friends. She attends Jefferson County Open School in Lakewood and is looking forward to attending her second school camping trip this year. Starting in kindergarten, Lily has participated every year in
Baby boomers are the generation that reshaped American culture, consumerism, the workplace and retirement and senior living is next. Nearly one in five Jefferson County residents is 65 or older, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, and Jefferson County’s population ages 65 to 100 was projected to grow 25 percent between 2022 and 2030, according
This has been the summer of everything theme parties, and I couldn’t be more delighted! I’m incredibly grateful that so many people have been thinking of Anteak Booteek as their shopping destination for all their costuming and styling needs. It seems that gatherings are becoming more than just parties , they’re opportunities to create an
For nearly 60 years, the Action Center has been a place where community members can turn when they need help taking the next step toward stability. Located in Lakewood and serving residents across the larger Denver metro area, the nonprofit family resource center provides support through cost-free grocery and clothing markets, along with one-on-one supportive
First, Lutheran Hospital moved to a new location. Now, an agreement has been reached that could put the hospital’s day-to-day operations under new management. Intermountain became Lutheran’s parent system through its 2022 merger with SCL Health, which had operated Lutheran for decades. The new campus at Clear Creek Crossing at 12911 W. 40th Ave. is
After nearly a half century, the Wheat Ridge branch library will have a new home in the near future. At a special Aug. 20 meeting, Jefferson County Public Library trustees gave consensus to a recommendation to find a new site for the branch library. Executive Director Donna Walker told the Neighborhood Gazette in an Aug. 21
Mid-morning on a Friday, I-70 Westbound is at a standstill. Heading east on West 44th Avenue, I watch as dozens of cars and three semis snake along the westbound lanes from a single traffic wave; shortly behind them, another set of vehicles matching in volume follows, and soon after, another. Approximately 135,000 drivers travel on
Do you enjoy telling your neighbors about the great businesses and people that make Wheat Ridge special? Localworks may have just the volunteer opportunity for you. Localworks is looking for a Ridge at 38 Volunteer Storyteller — a community member who can spend a few hours each week helping us share the stories of the
Long before Wheat Ridge was known for its parks and neighborhoods, it was known for something else, celery. In the 1930s, celery farming was a way of life for many Wheat Ridge families. It was hard work that required long days, strong backs, and a little luck with the weather. If a family was fortunate,
As Colorado endures this dry summer, most Front Range communities have once again limited the days residents can water their lawns. The goal is simple: conserve water and protect our reservoirs. But here’s a question worth asking: Can some watering restrictions actually encourage people to use more water? I have been asking my friends; “when
Over the last few months, the most visible changes at the former Lutheran Hospital campus have revolved around clearing old buildings to make way for new construction. Now, the roughly 100-acre redevelopment is beginning to reveal what is coming next. Demolition at the Lutheran Legacy Campus remains on schedule and is expected to wrap up
As kids head back to school, many pets go from a busy house all summer to several hours of quiet during the day. For most healthy pets, this is a normal adjustment—but a little preparation can make the transition easier. Is Sleeping All Day Normal? Yes! Dogs and cats naturally spend a lot of time
There’s an argument to be made that we simply have too many restaurants in town. But you’d be hard-pressed to choose which ones we could do without. Mestizo’s certainly wasn’t on anyone’s list. Great location. Husband-and-wife owners who lived and breathed community. The fact is, it’s harder than ever to keep a restaurant afloat these
Wildfires have become an unfortunate part of summer across the West, and this year is no exception. With multiple large fires burning across the country—including here in Colorado—many of us are paying close attention to air quality before heading outside. While we often think about how smoke affects people, our pets are breathing that same
Alively debate is brewing around town, and it has nothing to do with politics or sports. It starts every Tuesday around dinnertime. Tuesday has traditionally been the slowest night of the week for restaurants. To fill empty tables, many owners have turned to one of the oldest promotions in the business: Kids Eat Free. Locally,
The older I get, the more convinced I become that life is simply too short to spend pretending to be someone you’re not. Each passing year reminds me how important it is to embrace our authentic selves not the version our ego creates or the one society expects, but the person we were always meant
