Issue 65


Issue 65 - Wednesday, April 22, 2009 - Tuesday, Apri 28, 2009
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Denver Active 20/30 Children’s Foundation Barn Party

Denver Active 20/30 Children’s Foundation, in conjunction with Denver Magazine, invites you to kick up your heels at the Barn Party to kick off the Denver Polo Classic. Dance to live music by The Nadas, and enjoy a silent auction, BBQ, and open bar. All proceeds benefit the Denver Active 20/30 Children’s Foundation. Subscribe to Denver Magazine while purchasing your event tickets and half of your subscription cost will be donated to Denver Active 20/30 Children’s Foundation.

Individual tickets: $75

Saturday, May 16, 6:30 pm – midnight

6900 S. Platte Canyon Rd., Littleton
303.832.8390 (Denver Active office)

Tickets:
denvermagazine.com/barnparty

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2009 Jack Vickers Invitational Auction

This is your opportunity to be a part of one of the most exclusive golf tournaments of the year: the 2009 Jack Vickers Invitational at Castle Pines Golf Club. This three-day golf event benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver and is hosted by John Elway and Jack Vickers. Leading up to the tournament, Denver Magazine is hosting an online auction in conjunction with the Jack Vickers Invitational to give you a chance to bid on four amazing items, including a luxury getaway in Cabo San Lucas or a golf trip for two to Pebble Beach.

If you are the highest online bidder for any of the four items, you (and a guest) will receive an invitation to join Elway and Vickers, and all tournament participants, for a special evening of fine dining and entertainment at Cielo at Castle Pines.

The final auction will take place at the Jack Vickers Invitational Welcome Dinner Wednesday, May 13. Online bidding closes Friday, May 8, 2009, at 5 pm. The leading bidders for each item will be contacted Monday, May 11, with event details.

AUCTION SITE:
denvermagazine.com/vickers.html

2009 Jack Vickers Invitational
303.807.3356
bgcmd.org

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13th Annual Project PAVE "“ Janus Foundation Scholarship Luncheon

For the past 13 years, the Janus Foundation and Project PAVE have partnered to award scholarships to graduating seniors who have risen above violence and abuse to pursue their dreams of a college education. Jeannie Ritter, a Project PAVE supporter and board member, will speak at the event. Governor Ritter served as chairman of the Project PAVE board of directors for 12 years and has a long history of involvement with the agency. Project PAVE is a nonprofit organization that provides services to children and families who have experienced relationship violence.

Individual tickets: $75

Thursday, May 7, 11:30 am – 1 pm

Seawell Grand Ballroom
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
303.322.2382
projectpave.org

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Ebony Fashion Fair

Fabulous meets fierce at the 51st Annual Ebony Fashion Fair, one of the largest traveling fashion shows of its kind: “The Runway Report: What’s Hip. What’s Hot. What’s Now.” The event will show Denver’s urban fashionistas the latest trends and unveil the designs of some of the world’s leading fashion houses. A bevy of alluring models will work the runway in fashions from Christian Lacroix, Sarli, B Michael, Carolina Herrera, Ruben Singer, and Jean-Louis Scherrer. A portion of ticket proceeds will be donated to area charities, and each ticket purchase includes a copy of Ebony Fashion Fair magazine and a choice of a one-year subscription to Ebony magazine or a six-month subscription to JET magazine.

Individual tickets: $75

Sunday, May 3, 2 pm

Marriott City Center
1701 California St.
303.295.2084
ebonyfashionfair.com

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Panzano's Big O Organic Special

Celebrate Earth Day this year with the Big O organic steak & martini special at Panzano. In honor of this green holiday, Panzano is offering an organic menu throughout the week. For $20, you can dine on grilled organic Coleman Ranch skirt steak over local, oven-roasted organic fingerling potatoes topped with a warm organic heirloom tomato and parmigiano-reggiano salad. Complement your meal with a martini made from organic Prairie vodka with a squeeze of lime and touch of organic honey. All the ingredients in the entree and cocktail are organic, including the seasonings, salts, finishing oils, and liquor.

Available from Earth Day, April 22, through April 29

Panzano
909 17th St.
303.296.3525
panzano-denver.com

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Container Store, Broomfield Grand Opening

Neat freaks who live on the outskirts of Denver are about to have their dream come true. Their very own Container Store is opening. This mecca of organization will host a special grand opening weekend at the newest location in FlatIron Crossing. A portion of proceeds (10 percent) from weekend sales will benefit Ballet Nouveau Colorado. The Container Store will also be giving away great prizes every hour, including $1,000 Elfa® closet makeovers each day.

Saturday, April 25, 9 am – 9 pm and Sunday, April 26, 10 am – 6 pm

The Container Store
51 W. Flatiron Crossing Dr., Broomfield
720.887.4069
containerstore.com
bncdance.com

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Third Annual EddyFlower Vertical Challenge

EddyFlower has teamed once again with First Descents for the Third Annual EddyFlower Vertical Challenge, which runs for one month on rivers throughout the United States and Canada. Created as a fundraiser to aid the fight against cancer by garnering donations for First Descents, a Colorado-based charity organization that focuses on young adults with cancer, the event inspires paddlers of all kinds to paddle as many river runs as they can endure over the 32-day period for pledged donations. The Annual EddyFlower Vertical Challenge is open to all paddlers (kayakers, rafters, canoers, and riverboarders) from all states and of all skill levels. Teams of up to five people can register online to compete in one of six divisions (open, class V, class IV, class III, weekend warrior, and women’s) that best match your team’s skill level.

Nationwide fundraiser runs from May 15 to June 15

eddyflower.com
firstdescents.org

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Titanic: Treasures from the Deep

Take a journey beneath the ocean’s surface for an intimate look at the wreckage of the world’s most famous ship. Titanic: Treasures from the Deep, a new mobile museum featuring artifacts recovered from the wreck site of the legendary Titanic, tells the personal stories of its passengers in a setting unlike anything seen before. The tour will highlight the story of Titanic, its passengers, and the dedication to preserve the memories of the ship. It also offers a tremendous learning opportunity, incorporating modern-day science and history to teach audiences about Titanic’s fabled past and recent recovery efforts. 

Admission is free courtesy of Country Financial.

FlatIron Crossing, Broomfield:
April 23 – 25, 11 am – 7 pm and April 26, 11 am – 4 pm

Park Meadows, Lone Tree
April 30 – May 2, 11 am – 7 pm and May 3, 11 am – 4 pm
countrytitanic.com

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Rocky Mountain Bridal Show

In the midst of planning your dream wedding? The Rocky Mountain Bridal Show will bring you the very best exhibitors in the Colorado wedding industry. It is a day for every busy bride-to-be who wants to discover what is available and compare services and products all under one roof. Sample delicious food from caterers and cake companies, register at major retail bridal registries, select the right photographer or videographer, listen to local DJs and bands, browse beautiful floral arrangements, scout locations, and dream up the perfect honeymoon. Bring your fiancé, family, and wedding party for a day of full day of wedding wonderment.

Tickets: $7 (online), $9 (door)

Sunday, April 26, 11 am – 4 pm

Rocky Mountain Bridal Show
Colorado Convention Center, Korbel Ballroom
700 14th St.
303.650.0674
rockymtnbridalshow.com

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Written by Katie Shapiro

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