Hanukkah is an eight-day Jewish holiday that celebrates religious freedom. This year Hanukah begins on the evening of Thursday, December 10- Friday, December 18. Hanukkah is celebrated in the wintertime, near or around Christmas. Though the proximate occurrence of the two holidays is coincidental, it is interesting in that the story of Hanukkah raises questions […]

The magical spirit of the season comes to life in this acclaimed production and beloved holiday favorite that sells out every year. Tune in to view this special presentation of Colorado Ballet’s The Nutcracker on Rocky Mountain PBS. Join Clara and her army of toy soldiers as they battle the Mouse King and journey to the […]

My husband Jamie had recently graduated from college and had started his own consulting firm when a lump starting forming on his neck. It disappeared after a week but night-sweats and flu-like symptoms emerged. And then the lump returned.   He tried a few home remedies to no avail and finally sought medical attention. After […]

As we continue to think of new ways to celebrate and come together this holiday season, the act of giving back to our community feels even trickier. However, families can volunteer together in their own homes by decorating meal bags for the local non-profit, Project Angel Heart. Decorating meal bags is a great way to introduce kids […]

If loved ones can’t come home for the holidays this season, send a bit of Colorado love to them. Destinations across the state have launched “shop local” campaigns and this year, shoppers can find a campaign near them on a shareable map presented by the Colorado Small Business Development Center and the Colorado Office of […]

Holiday fun abounds in Colorado. Don’t miss our guide to celebrating the holidays in Denver and beyond in 2020. Also, be sure to check-out 12 Denver Holiday Markets You Don’t Want to Miss.     COVID disclaimer: Always touch base with the venue to ensure the event has not been canceled.  BLOSSOMS OF LIGHT  WHEN: […]

Ho! Ho! Ho! Shopping is alive and well in the Mile High City for the holidays! Don’t miss our guide to Denver’s best holiday markets for 2020.  Also, don’t miss our 2020 Guide to Holiday Fun in Denver.  Denver Christkindl Market at Civic Center Park November 20-December 23 The traditional European Market will move to […]

Each year, millions of Americans come together to REMEMBER the fallen, HONOR those that serve and their families, and TEACH the next generation about the value of freedom. This gathering of volunteers and patriots takes place in local and national cemeteries in all 50 states – most recently at more than 2,000 participating locations – […]

With COVID restrictions in place, we won’t be gathering around the dinner table with our umpteen cousins this year so why not make Thanksgiving a bit easier? Check out these Denver restaurants that are celebrating Thanksgiving, both in-restaurant and for pick-up. For activity ideas, go to our event calendar.  Ace Eat Serve Leave the cooking […]

The German American Chamber of Commerce Colorado Chapter (GACC-CO) has announced the return of the 20th annual Mercedes-Benz Denver Christkindl Market. The traditional European Market will move to Denver’s Civic Center Park in a spacious, open-air location for the 2020 holiday season. The market will be open daily from Friday, Nov. 20 through Wednesday, Dec. 23. […]