Issue 83

Issue 83 - Wednesday, August 26, 2009 - Tuesday, September 1, 2009
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Natalie Tysdal and Libby Weaver
 

Denver Magazine September Issue

Here’s a first look at our September issue! The Men’s Issue explores the great outdoors, Eddie Royal, Joe Sacco, Steve Farber, classic cars, the art of fly-fishing and much more. Cover girls Natalie Tysdal and Libby Weaver get glam and go one-on-one to take you behind the scenes of their hit show on Fox31. On sale at newsstands throughout the city ($5.95 plus tax) or subscribe now at denvermagazine.com.

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World of Wine

Take a trip around the world with the Wine Loft LoDo. Guests will enjoy wines from places from Oregon to Australia, and the Wine Loft LoDo will become a place for guests to travel, taste, and explore. Customized passports will guide you to every destination and become your voucher for a special gift at the end of the evening. Each wine will be paired with a cheese plate from the same region and gourmet hors d’oeuvres will be served. This exclusive affair will benefit the Kempe Foundation for the Prevention and Treatment of Child Abuse and Neglect.

Tickets: $50
Tickets will be sold at the door. Tickets purchased online by 4:00 pm today will receive a special gift at the event.

Wednesday, August 26, 6 – 9 pm

The Wine Loft LoDo
1527 Wazee St.
888.576.4555
denvermagazine.com/worldofwine2009

*Purchase a one-year subscription to Denver Magazine at checkout with your ticket purchase, and half of the subscription cost will be donated to the Kempe Foundation.

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Food Bank of the Rockies “Faces of Hunger” Photography Exhibit

Over the past three months, the “Faces of Hunger” campaign called upon photography enthusiasts to capture the reality of hunger that affects more than 600,000 Coloradans every year. Tour Fat Tail Gallery as it showcases these compelling images. Light hors d’oeuvres and wine will be served. A suggested donation of $20, to benefit Food Bank of the Rockies, will be accepted at the door.

RSVP: DenverMagazine.com/Faces2009

Wednesday, September 2, 5:30 – 7:30 pm

Fat Tail Gallery
486 S. Broadway Blvd.
303.623.6900
foodbankrockies.org

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Beatles Tribute
 

Denver Center for the Performing Arts Beatles Bash

The DCPA has your “Ticket to Ride,” celebrating Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles. The evening includes the performance plus a post-show dinner, dancing, and cast party in the Seawell Grand Ballroom. Chaired by Denver Center Alliance members Margot and Allan Frank, Faye and Reggie Washington, Susan and Leo Kiely, and Dan Ritchie and Joy Burns, the program will also include Adrienne Ruston Fitzgibbons presenting the Florence K. Ruston Award for Philanthropy in the Arts to Leo and Susan Kiely. A portion of each ticket benefits the Denver Center’s Student Matinee Program. Rain boasts a repertoire of nearly 200 Beatlemaniac favorites, ranging from such beloved songs as “Yesterday” and “Hey Jude” to classic hits, including “Revolution” and “Come Together.”

Tickets: $200

Saturday, September 26, 5:30 pm

Regular performances:
September 22 – 27 at the Buell Theatre

Denver Center for the Performing Arts
1101 13th St.
303.446.4812
denvercenter.org

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Private Dinner with The Den’s Top Chefs

Experience dining excellence with innovations from Sushi Den’s Master Sushi Chef Toshi Kizaki and Izakaya Den’s Executive Chef of Global Cuisine Darren Pusateri. Meet the chefs and enjoy a five-course meal paired with sake in the private dining room. Reservations are mandatory as the event has a 40-person maximum.

Price: $100 per person
(tax & tip not included/cancellation policy applies)

Please contact Chris, manager of Izakaya Den, for reservations.

Thursday, August 27, 6:30 pm

Izakaya Den
1518 S. Pearl St.
303.777.0691
izakayaden.net


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Huntington’s Disease Society of America 11th Annual Celebration of Hope Gala “Diamonds are Forever”

Step into the world of James Bond for an evening full of diamonds, Bond Girls, fast cars, exotic cuisine, and shaken cocktails — all in support of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America. Huntington’s Disease is a genetic neurological brain disease that affects one in 10,000 Americans. The Huntington’s Disease Society of America has selected the Colorado Neurological Institute’s Movement Disorder Program as one of the first HDSA Centers of Excellence for Family Services and Research, and this year marks its 10th year of service to HD families.

Tickets: $150

Thursday, September 10, 6:30 pm

Palazzo Verdi and the Madden Museum of Art
6363 S. Fiddler’s Green Circle, Greenwood Village
303.837.9937
hdsa.org/jamesbond

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Clínica Tepeyac Fiesta on the Plaza

Celebrate the 15th Anniversary of Clínica Tepeyac, which provides culturally competent health care and preventive health services for the medically underserved Latino population of Denver. The evening will feature an awards program, silent and live auctions, a traditional Mexican dinner, and live music. This is the organization’s largest fundraiser, and proceeds from ticket sales will directly benefit the efforts of this nonprofit, volunteer health clinic.

Tickets: $75

Thursday, September 10, 5:30 pm

Infinity Park Event Center
4400 E. Kentucky Ave., Glendale
303.583.0150
clinicatepeyac.org


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Peter Max Art
 

Peter Max

Join Denver Magazine for our special August issue cover party, where you can meet our renowned cover artist, Peter Max. Recent works will be available for acquisition, and a portion of the proceeds from purchased art will benefit Think 360 Arts, the leading statewide provider of arts education programs and services.

Saturday, August 29, 5 – 6 pm

Additional gallery viewings:
Saturday, August 29, 6 – 9 pm
Sunday, August 30, noon – 3 pm

210 St. Paul St.
(the former Andrisen Morton Women’s store)

RSVP is required:
888.513.8385 or
denvermagazine.com/petermax

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A Taste of Keystone

Bring a hearty appetite and prepare your taste buds for one of the best culinary events of the summer. A Taste of Keystone will give you an opportunity to sample a wide variety of cuisine from Keystone’s best restaurants, including Alpenglow Stube, Ski Tip Lodge, and Keystone Ranch. Top off the day with the finest sweet treats from acclaimed pastry chef Ned Archibald.

Room specials begin at $99.

Saturday, September 5, 11 am – 3 pm

For information & reservations call
877.734.4481
keystoneresort.com

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fire fighter
 

Fired Up For Kids 2010 Calendar Debut

The 2010 Colorado Firefighter Calendar debut party will showcase the hottest firefighters of Denver. Proceeds from calendar sales benefit The Children's Hospital Burn Center.

VIP ticket price includes a private party and interactive photo shoot with the firefighters, two drink tickets, hors d’oeuvres, an exclusive gift bag, and a 2010 calendar.
6:30 – 8 pm

General admission ticket price includes a calendar and post-event signing.
7:30 pm – midnight

Guests must be 21+

VIP: $50 presale, $75 door; GA: $25

Friday, September 18

City Hall
1144 Broadway
303.302.2150
firedupforkids.org

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Make-A-Wish Foundation® 1st Annual Michael Jackson Dance Party

Join the Hotel Boulderado as it hosts the 1st Annual Michael Jackson Dance Party, a fundraiser benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation®. Held on Michael Jackson’s actual birth date, the event will include dancing, hors d’oeuvres, and a cash bar in celebration of the life, music, and contributions of Jackson. Partial ticket and raffle proceeds will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation®. Costumes are optional but encouraged.

Tickets: $19
($15 of every ticket sale goes to the foundation)

Saturday, August 29, 7 – 11 pm

Hotel Boulderado
2115 13th St., Boulder
303.440.2880
boulderado.com

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BAC Appliances C.L.A.S.S. Event

Thinking about updating your kitchen or planning on building your dream home? Colorado’s largest provider of luxury appliances is offering its first-ever Colorado Luxury Appliance Super Sale, where you will find deep discounts on high-end brands such as Viking, Sub-Zero, Wolf, Dacor, Miele, and Lynx.

Saturday, August 29, 10 am (doors open)

Red & Jerrys (adjacent to BAC)
1840 W. Oxford Ave., Englewood
303.789.9945
4bac.com


Written by Katie Shapiro

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