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Denver Restaurant Week – Denver, Colorado

 Denver’s “Mile High” Special

February 20 – March 5

Brio Desserts 2 The highly successful Denver Restaurant Week returns with a bang. Diners reap the rewards from the program’s popularity with two weeks of Mile High specials in 2010. Not mile high as in extravagant but mile high in reference to Denver’s 5280’ altitude – A Mile High. More than 260 (281 at last count) metro-area restaurants will offer multi-course dinners for the price of $52.80 for two or $26.40 for one. Price does not include tax or gratuity. Restaurant “Week” runs from February 20 – March 5, 2010.

Gabriel's Ext. Join in the culinary celebration by trying a newly opened restaurant, returning to an old favorite or finally getting to one that’s on your wish list.  Geographically the range stretches from Longmont (Terrior Restaurant), Niwot (Colterra) and Boulder (Q’s and Laudisio) in the north Metro area to Sedalia (Gabriel’s) and Parker (Trappers Chophouse) in the south, and from Conifer (Raven’s), Evergreen (Aspen Grill) and Kittredge (Black Hat Cattle Co.) on the west to the eastern edge of Aurora (Wine Experience Cafe).

The variety spans the culinary world from steakhouses such as Elway’s and Del Frisco’s to Nick-N-Willy’s take and bake pizza in Highlands Ranch. Looking for ethnic? Here is a sampling of ethnic options:Pho Bowlevard - Shrimp Rolls

  • Brazilian – Fogo de Chao Churrascaria  
  • Caribbean – 8 Rivers Modern Caribbean
  • Chinese – Jing Restaurant
  • Cuban – Cuba, Cuba Cafe & Bar
  • French – Le Central French Restaurant
  • Indian – India’s Pearl 
  • Irish – Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery Pasta in Brio Dish
  • Italian – Brio Tuscan Grille
  • Japanese – Sonoda’s
  • Latin – Samba Room
  • Mediterranean – Rioja 
  • Middle Eastern – Phoenician Kabob
  • Mexican – Tamayo Saigon Landing - Noodle Bowl
  • Spanish – Ondo’s Spanish Tapa’s Bar
  • Vietnamese – Saigon Landing Restaurant

Browse Denver Restaurant Week for the $52.80 specials offered by each participating restaurant. Reservations strongly advised. Bon Appétit!

Brown Palace Hotel – Denver, Colorado

Month of Love

Love is in the air at Denver’s Brown Palace Hotel the entire month of February. Sappy, simple or splendidly over the top – whatever style you choose the Brown Palace staff stands ready to accommodate.

Brown Palace Bride Planning a proposal? Make your loved one feel like a movie star by setting the scene of a favorite romantic movie. For example, the “Open Me” scene from Serendipity. The package includes a luxurious guestroom overnight stay, rose petals to cover the room, candies placed throughout the room, four wrapped boxes from largest to smallest with the ring box placed in the smallest box, and champagne toast after she says yes. Priced starting at $249.

Remember the scene from Pretty Woman when Richard Gere pulls up in a white limo with music blaring and climbs through the moon-roof with flowers in hand to proclaim his love for Julia Roberts? Big spenders can purchase the Pretty Woman package with 6-hour white limo rental and chauffeur, a dozen roses, luxurious guestroom and champagne, starting at $969.

Brown Palace Suite Want something unique and personal? “Your song” playing when you enter the room, favorite flowers, recreate a special date – there are a multitude of possibilities when you work with the hotel’s designated Love Director to plan your own special proposal.

It doesn’t have to be a proposal to add romantic touches to a Brown Palace stay. Consider one of these  Romantic Room Additions:

  • Rose Petal Turndown ($27): Create a romantic ambiance with scattered red rose petals on the bed.
  • Heart Petal Turndown ($54): Surprise your loved one with a bed of red rose petals in the shape of a heart.
    Initial Rose Petal Turndown ($54): Add a personalized romantic touch with your initials written in rose petals on the bed.
  • Chocolate Fondue ($54): Spend a relaxing evening enjoying a delicious assortment of dipping items with chocolate fondue. Must be ordered 5 days prior to arrival.
  • Bottle of Champagne (Starting at $54): Toast to your love with a bottle of bubbly.
  • Bottle of Wine (Starting at ($54): Toast to your love with a bottle of red or white wine.
  • Two Cocktails Delivered to Room or in Lobby ($28): Enjoy two cocktails in your room or in the beautiful atrium lobby. Cheers!
  • Chocolate Covered Strawberries ($24): Enjoy a sweet treat with strawberries kissed by creamy chocolate.
  • Bath Bliss ($43): Draw a relaxing bath with soothing bath salts, two candles, and bubble bath.

Every Sunday in February Ellyngton’s brunch becomes a Chocolate Brunch decadently featuring chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate. Champagne and live muCouples Massage - Spa - Brown Palacesic add to an unforgettable special occasion.

An aphrodisiac inspired 4-course dinner highlights the Palace Arms’ menu February 12-14. They’re sure you’ll love every bite. The other Friday and Saturday nights of February lovers can indulge in the 6-course Month of Love dinner.

Relax together with the 50-Minute Swedish Couples Massage in the spa’s romantic couple’s room. Throughout the month women will be treated to a glass of champagne, truffles and a rose with every spa service. Or, how about the Chocolate Covered Cherry Scrub – a chocolate scented body scrub followed by soothing cherry oil? Pampering deluxe.

Brown Palace Puppy Love You can even show your pet how much you love them with Puppy Love. Brown Palace dog bowls and plush dog bed to use during their stay and heart-shaped gourmet bones included in the package.

Love is in the air – get sappy at the

Brown Palace.

 

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Photos courtesy of the Brown Palace Hotel.

Brown Palace Hotel – Denver, Colorado

Love Stinks

Although February is Month of Love at Denver’s Brown Palace Hotel they recognize not  everyone feels romantic. For those recovering from a recent breakup, tossing the bum out on his ear or divorce the hotel offers the Love Stinks package. The guest caBrown Palace Massagen decompress with a stress relieve massage, enjoy a make-your-own cocktail mix of mojito, martini or cosmo, receive a copy of the “Love Stinks” single by J. Geils and a copy of the book, He’s Just Not That Into You: the No-Excuses Truth to Understanding Guys.

Treat yourself or give a gift to a friend who needs a self-pity party.

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Month of Love

Photo courtesy of the Brown Palace Hotel.

Brown Palace Hotel – Denver, Colorado

“Affairs of the Heart” Tours

Brown Palace Atrium Lobby Historic tours of Denver’s venerable Brown Palace Hotel focus on “Affairs of the Heart” during February. Oh, the tales Debra Faulkner, hotel historian and archivist, has to tell. After 118 years the “Brown” reveals stories of intrigue, romance, love triangles and even murder. Public tours are offered every Wednesday and Saturday at 3pm and last approximately 75 minutes. Tours cost $10/person, reservations are required. Children must be 10 years of age.

Besides “Affairs of the Heart” and general history tours, specialized  themes include a presidential tour (Every U.S. president  since Teddy Roosevelt in 1905, with the exception of Calvin Coolidge, has visited The Brown Palace.), an architectural tour and the ever-popular ghost tour given in throughout October. Groups of 5 or more must make arrangements for a private tour. Private tours can be arranged for those requiring a time outside of the normal scheduled tours.

brown-palace-lobby-teaI suggest making reservations for Afternoon Tea before your tour. Served in the eight-story atrium lobby the traditional afternoon ritual includes tea sandwiches, scones with Devonshire cream shipped directly from England and tea pastries. All accompanied by a harpist or pianist. If your valentine is a chocoholic the Chocolate Decadence Tea is sure to be loved – and, you for the idea.

When You Go: Brown Palace Hotel, 321 17th Street, Denver, Colorado

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Littleton Museum – Littleton, Colorado

A Walk Through Littleton History

Living history, fine arts, historic farms, nature, cultural events – the Littleton Museum provides an outstanding showcase for the suburban Denver community. The museum contains four galleries. The Permanent Exhibition Gallery relates the “Littleton Story from the gold ruLittleton Museum Interiorsh days of 1859 to current space exploration. A 13-minute orientation video sets the stage for an initial visit. One of the features we enjoy is that not not all the items on display are century-old antiquities. Articles from a couple of decades ago or just a few years past stimulate the “remember when” response.

The Changing Exhibition Gallery displays themed exhibits from the museum’s own collections or traveling exhibitions. We recently visited A Double-Edged Weapon – the Sword as Icon and Artifact. Knowing Bob would find this of interest I wasn’t anticipating being engaged by the subject. However, there’s always a however in life  – I learned as much or more than Bob did during the visit. Maybe that was because of my low starting point. I hear that weaving will be the focus of the next exhibit in this Gallery.

The Fine Arts Gallery hosts shows of original art and photography. The always popular annual "Eye of the Camera" exhibition by the Littleton Fine Arts Committee is scheduled for February 23 – April 4, 2010.

Littleton Museum Cow - B The Kid’s Connection Gallery welcomes the youngest visitors with hands-on activities. But, don’t be surprised if what the kids really want to do is get outdoors and visit the two period farms.

The 1860 farm depicts Littleton’s settlement era. A log cabin and barn, sheep shed, pig shelter, chicken coop, root cellar and farm animals give visitors a realistic view of pioneer life along the South Platte River. We were amused during a visit when the resident cat walked into the cabin, jumped onto the window-front table and curled into a cozy basket. The same day we met a 3-year-old “regular” who knew all the animals by name.

A circa 1910 ice house and Littleton’s restored first schoolhouse are located along the shores of Ketring Lake. On the north side of thLittleton Museum 1890 Farmhourse - Be lake stands the 1890 farm. The developments and differences in only thirty years are dramatic. The 1890 house is constructed of milled lumber and designed with separate rooms: kitchen, dining, bedrooms, parlor, even porches. We note the wood-burning kitchen stove, kerosene lighting, decorative wallpaper and piano – items not found in the circa 1860 cabin.

Littleton Museum Blacksmith Just as in 1903, the blacksmith shop is a popular gathering place. Almost every day the museum is open visitors find a blacksmith busy at work making repairs or tools and materials Littleton citizens would have needed in the early 20th century. The living history interpreters eagerly answer questions and share details of life in early Littleton.

Special events and hands-on programs further enrich the museum experience. Try your hand milking the cow, make a Victorian valentine or help with farm chores. Upcoming special events include Dairy Day on March 27th, Sheep to Shawl April 17th and Plowing and Planting scheduled for May 15.

Whether viewing contemporary art or stepping back to 1860 we always find something of interest at the Littleton Museum.

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Denver Museum of Nature & Science – Denver, Colorado

Genghis Khan Exhibit

Genghsis Khan

The days trickle down to a precious few to view the Genghis Khan exhibit at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science before the artifacts and art return to Mongolia. The exhibit closes Sunday, February 7, 2010 after a four-month visit. Facts, myths and suppositions are explored about Genghis Khan’s life and empire. Grasp a view of the nomadic life-style as you view the interior of a ger (yurt). See live performances by traditional Mongolian singers and musicians, rarely displayed period art pieces and weaponry. Follow the rise and fall of the Mongol Empire.

Time specific tickets are required for admission to the Genghis Khan exhibit. Make reservations before arriving at the museum. I suggest calling; my Internet reservations couldn’t be located two full days after they were made, an obvious glitch somewhere in the system.

National Western Stock Show – Denver, Colorado – Jan. 24, 2010

What’s Scheduled?

Sunday – January 24,  2010

The sixteenth and final day of the 104th Annual National Western Stock Show, Horse Show and Rodeo. Check the NWSS schedule web pages for times and locations.

Religious Services:    

  • Fellowship of Christian Cowboys Service

Especially for Youth – these events run throughout the show:

  • Pony Trails   
  • Petting Zoo
  • Youth Art Show
  • Stick Horse Grand Prix
  • CSU Ag Adventure at Children’s Ranchland  

Exhibitions, Classes, Programs and Events: 

NWSS - Draft Horses

  • Draft Horse & Mule Performance Classes
  • Sheep Shearing Contest, (Junior , Intermediate and Pro)
  • Stock Dog Trials (Open Sheep Competition)
  • Draft Horse & Mule Performance Classes Featuring Feed Team Race Finals, Open 6-Horse Hitch & 8-Horse Hitch and Heavy Weight Pull – Ticketed Event
  • Stock Dog Trials (Final Open Sheep Competition)
  • Equine Therapy Demonstrations & Interactive ProgramsNWSS - Mutton Bustin'

In the Coliseum – Ticketed Event:

  • PRCA ProRodeo – Rodeo Finals featuring Westernaires, Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin

Also check out the ongoing livestock exhibits, Hall of Education, the Coors Western Art Exhibit and the hundreds of exhibitors that make the National Western the largest consumer show of the year in Colorado.

 

That’s it for this year; see you back in Denver January2011 for the 105th Annual National Western Stock Show, Horse Show and Rodeo.

 

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National Western Stock Show – Denver, Colorado – Jan. 22, 2010

What’s Scheduled?

Friday – January 22,  2010

The auction of National Junior Livestock occurs at 6:30pm today at the 104th Annual National Western Stock Show, Horse Show and Rodeo. Check the NWSS schedule web pages for times and locations.

Friday Stock Shows:   

  • Miniature Hereford World Show  Bison
  • National Bison Judging
  • National Highland Show
  • Breeding Sheep Shows (Meat Breeds)
  • Texas Longhorn Show (Unhaltered)
  • Open Prospect Heifer Show
  • Yak Halter Show

Especially for Youth – these events run throughout the show:

  • Pony Trails   NWSS - Stick Horse Rodeo
  • Petting Zoo
  • Youth Art Show
  • Stick Horse Grand Prix
  • CSU Ag Adventure at Children’s Ranchland  

Exhibitions, Classes, Programs and Events: 

  • Draft Horse & Mule Halter Classes
  • Stock Dog Trials (Cattle Preliminaries)
  • Draft Horse & Mule Performance Classes
  • Tractor Races
  • Sheep Lead Competition
  • Dog Agility Games
  • Draft Horse & Mule Performance Classes Featuring Feed Team Race, North American 6-Hitch Classic Series Finals and Light Weight Pull – Ticketed EventNWSS - Junior Auction

Sales:

  • Auction of Junior Livestock Champions

In the Coliseum – Ticketed Event:

  • 2pm – PRCA ProRodeo – featuring Westernaires
  • 7:30pm – PRCA ProRodeo – featuring Freestyle Bullfight, Westernaires, Mutton Bustin

Also check out the ongoing livestock exhibits, Hall of Education, the Coors Western Art Exhibit and the hundreds of exhibitors that make the National Western the largest consumer show of the year in Colorado.

Photos courtesy National Western Stock Show

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National Western Stock Show – Denver, Colorado – Jan. 21, 2010

What’s Scheduled?

Thursday – January 21,  2010

the 104th Annual National Western Stock Show, Horse Show and Rodeo. Check the NWSS schedule web pages for times and locations.

Thursday Stock Shows:   NWSS - Yaks

  • National Tarentaise Show
  • Stock Dog Sale Preview
  • Junior Market Beef Show
  • Yak Pen Show
  • Highland Junior Breeding Heifer Show followed by Highland Market Steer and Prospect Calves Show

Especially for Youth – these events run throughout the shNWSS - Dancing Horse 2ow:

  • Pony Trails  
  • Petting Zoo
  • Youth Art Show
  • Stick Horse Grand Prix
  • CSU Ag Adventure at Children’s Ranchland  

Exhibitions, Classes, Programs and Events: 

  • Draft Horse Halter Classes
  • An Evening of Dancing Horses – Ticketed Event
  • Chuckwagon Celebrity Beef Cook-Off
  • Tractor Races
  • Draft Horse & Mule Performance Log Skid Race
  • American Junior Highland Association Junior Challenge
  • North American Classic Six-Horse Hitch FinalsNWSS - Draft Horses

Sales:

  • Second Annual Stock Dog Sale

In the Coliseum – Ticketed Event:

  • 10:30am – PRCA ProRodeo – Featuring Westernaires and Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin
  • 7:00pm – PRCA ProRodeo – featuring Freestyle Bullfight, Westernaires, Mutton Bustin

Also check out the ongoing livestock exhibits, Hall of Education, the Coors Western Art Exhibit and the hundreds of exhibitors that make the National Western the largest consumer show of the year in Colorado.

Photos courtesy National Western Stock Show

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National Western Stock Show – Denver, Colorado – Jan. 20, 2010

What’s Scheduled?

Wednesday – January 20,  2010

The 104th Annual National Western Stock Show, Horse Show and Rodeo honors 4-H members and leaders today. Check the NWSS schedule web pages for times and locations.

Wednesday Stock Shows:  NWSS - Swine2

  • Simmental Female Show
  • Junior Market Swine Show
  • National Western Commercial Heifer Show followed by CCA Producers’ Show
  • Junior Market Beef Showmanship
  • Junior Market Swine Championship Selection

Especially for Youth – these events run throughout the show:

  • Pony Trails  
  • Petting Zoo
  • Youth Art Show
  • Stick Horse Grand Prix
  • CSU Ag Adventure at Children’s Ranchland  

Exhibitions, Classes, Programs and Events:

  • Open Horse Show Performance Classes
  • Tractor Races
  • Andis Cattle Grooming Demonstration
  • American Junior Highland Cattle Association Activities
  • NARHA Demonstration
  • Equine Therapy Demonstrations & Interactive Programs
  • Pfizer Stockman’s Night Barbeque NWSS - Dancing Horse 3
  • An Evening of Dancing Horses – Ticketed Event

Sales:

  • Bellringer Commercial Female Sale

In the Coliseum – Ticketed Event:

  • 2pm – PRCA ProRodeo – featuring Westernaires, 4-H Day
  • 7:30pm – PRCA ProRodeo – featuring Freestyle Bullfight, Westernaires, Mutton Bustin, Conservationist of the Year Award

Also check out the ongoing livestock exhibits, Hall of Education, the Coors Western Art Exhibit and the hundreds of exhibitors that make the National Western the largest consumer show of the year in Colorado.

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