August 2008
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August 2008
Join Denver Magazine as we take a look back at Denver in 1908 — the last time the Democrats were in town — and celebrate the national movement toward sustainability with articles on xeriscaping, going green in the home, and a Denver architect who is bringing a eco-friendly approach to the Armed Forces. Join local comedians Josh Blue and Chuck Roy as they chime in on the DNC. Stay soulful and patriotic as we pay homage to the blue jean in "Rhapsody in Blues." Denver Magazine is dedicated to the celebration of our beautiful city and we've worked tirelessly to pack this month's issue full of the best Denver has to offer. But don't take our word for it; pick up your copy today.
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- Roll Out the Barrel - [Savor] - The Great American Beer Festival celebrates its 27th year, and this city takes its suds very seriously. The significance of the GABF This year, the Great American Beer ...(more)
- The Mile High Dreams Gala - [Society] - Kroenke Sports Charities & Denver Active 20-30 hosted the inaugural Havana Nights benefit at the Pepsi Center with members of the Colorado Mammoth and Colorado Crush. ...(more)
- New York Style in Denver - [Society] - Jones New York, Macy's and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc./Denver Delta Inc. hosted an exclusive event where style expert Lloyd Boston offered his favorite fashion tips and ...(more)
- Project C.U.R.E. - [Society] - A VIP reception was held at the Cherry Hills Village residence of Neyeska and Steve Mut for Mexico's first lady Margarita Zavalato. It was a kickoff for the annual luncheon ...(more)
- A Night in Manhattan - [Society] - University of Denver's fifth anniversary celebration for The Robert and Judi Newman Center for the Performing Arts featured a performance by the Manhattan Transfer. (more)
- Sex, Science & Stem Cells - [Claim to Fame] - A rogue on Capitol Hill and a mom at home, Congresswoman Diana DeGette has more than a bill to pass, she has a book to sell. (more)
- Denver Hospice Young Professionals - [Society] - More than 250 of Denver's young professionals arrived at Jet Hotel for The Mask Project kickoff party to celebrate the biennial benefit for hospice care. (more)
- University of Denver 2008 Founders Gala - [Society] - The University of Denver Alumni Association honored Donald Sturm, Evans Award; Joy Burns, Distinguished Service to the University; Hao Jiang Tian, Professional Achievement ...(more)
- Saturday Night Alive - [Society] - The Denver Center for Performing Arts 2008 fundraiser featured a performance by Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. (more)
- Rhapsody In Blues - [Vogue] - As delegates from the “Blue Party” arrive in Denver for the Democratic National Convention, Denver Magazine celebrates All-American denim. Once, Levis dominated the jean ...(more)
- Boston Uncommon - [Vogue] - Jones New York style expert Lloyd Boston shows Denver women how to take their wardrobes to the next level. If clothes shopping and accessorizing aren’t favorite pastimes, ...(more)
- Protective Pampering - [Inside-Out] - The Greening of Evergreen’s TallGrass Spa Everyone preaches the gospel of “green” at the TallGrass Aveda Spa & Salon, from owner, Gail Ridings down to the head of ...(more)
- Only Organic - [Inside-Out] - Mother Nature is good to us, so naturally, organic products are good for you. With plenty of tree-huggers and recyclers headed to town for the Democratic National Convention, ...(more)
- The Grass is not always Greener - [Structure] - Invented in Denver, xeriscaping has decreased homeowners’ use of thirsty lawns. (more)
- The City Beautiful - [Structure] - When the Democrats arrived in Denver on July 7, 1908, for their 20th national convention, they brought a familiar party platform. The topics up for debate: recession, ...(more)
- Go Green for Less Green - [Structure] - Renewable resources utilizing solar energy and wind power are becoming more affordable for Colorado homeowners. Going green is simpler — and becoming cheaper — for ...(more)
- Shades of Green - [Structure] - Carol Coover-Clark and her platoon of architects are bringing sustainable building practices to the United States Armed Forces. (more)
- Campaigning for Cocktails - [Savor] - Dixons is pouring up politically-themed drinks just for Convention week. Late in 2007, Sen. Hillary Clinton doled out some advice for Iowa caucus-goers: “New Years Eve — ...(more)
- cart wheels - [Savor] - A daytime stroll down 16th street can net a weary traveler a slew of Denver’s best eats. Downtown Denver has no shortage of fine restaurants, but for as long as bikers and ...(more)
- All American Eats - [Savor] - From fried chicken to cheeseburgers, pancakes and steak, here’s 10 Denver restaurants for some serious down-home cooking. French Fries (more)
- Gas Muzzlers - [RPM] - With gas prices hovering above $4 a gallon and not expected to fall any time soon, hybrids of all shapes and brands are becoming the hottest sellers on car lots across the ...(more)
- Conquering China - [Locker Room] - The location may have protesters up in arms, but there is no denying that this year’s crop of Olympic talent has us seeing Gold. (more)
- 2008 College Football Preview - [Locker Room] - Cu and Air Force are each coming off bowl appearances, but face some rebuilding this season because of several key losses in their lineups. Colorado state, meanwhile, has a ...(more)
- Presidential Pads - [Interior] - Rest your head at one of Denver’s exquisite hotel suites where the high and mighty have spent a night or two. Sure, almost anyone can be president — but with campaign ...(more)
- A Blue State of Mind - [Culture] - As winner of the fourth season of NBC’s Last Comic Standing, Josh Blue took on comedians from across the nation. Now, as Democrats prepare to descend on Denver, Blue takes ...(more)
- Attack of the 50 ft. Hippie - [Culture] - A Republican pot-smoking, binge-drinking environmentalist, Chuck Roy is denver’s comedic eco-genius. That, and he plans to vote for Obama. Chuck Roy is a conundrum to be ...(more)
- He said, She said - [Capital] - The Obamas Get Intimate With Denver Magazine As the Democratic National Convention arrives in town, the Party’s power couple, Michelle and Barack Obama, will be bombarded ...(more)
- Making Her Story - [Capital] - Together, two Colorado friends create a one-of-a-kind timeline highlighting the American woman. The male president of a Rapid City, S.D.-based energy company bought more than ...(more)
- Colorado Companies - Class of 2008 - [Capital] - On the forefront of sustainable business practices and creative company models, Denver’s “cowtown” days are a distant thing of the past. So, in a fit of shameless ...(more)
- Feeling blue? - [Interior] - Colorado may be a red state, but Denver has plenty of places where the Dems will feel at home. Blue Quill Angler Services: Everything a fly fisherman or fisherwoman would ...(more)
- Denver Day Trips - [Altitude] - Stretch your legs and escape downtown with Colorado’s scenic and historic with these family-friendly treks. Experience Rocky Mountain Highs You’re surrounded by mountains ...(more)
