Issue 87
Issue 87 - Wednesday, September 23, 2009 - Tuesday, September 29, 2009 Subscribe to Denver Magazine! |
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Cirque Du Soleil KOOZA KOOZA has just announced it will extend its run at the Pepsi Center grounds through October 4. KOOZA transports you to the origins of Cirque du Soleil, combining two circus traditions: acrobatic performance and the art of clowning. The show highlights the physical demands of human performance in all its splendor and fragility, presented in a colorful mélange that emphasizes bold slapstick humor. KOOZA will perform under the trademark blue-and-yellow Grand Chapiteau on the Pepsi Center Grounds. Tickets from $33 (adult) and $23 (children) Performance schedule: 800.450.1480 |
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Duxiana Recharge, rejuvenate, and restore with Duxiana, the makers of the superior Swedish-designed DUX Bed. Just in time for autumn, Duxiana will host an evening to help you refocus on your health, mind, and body balance. Enjoy refreshing cocktails and healthy eats as certified massage therapist Bob Oppenheimer reviews his “postural re-alignment” process to improve overall health. The first 25 guests will receive a “Relax Pack” filled with soothing goodies. Thursday, September 24, 5 – 7 pm Duxiana |
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Oktoberfest All good things must come to an end, or so the saying goes, and unfortunately, this year marks the 40th and final year of Denver’s Oktoberfest. Grab a stein, dress up in your finest lederhosen and head down to Denver’s Ballpark neighborhood this weekend to say danke schön for the legacy created over the years. It’s modeled after the real deal in Munich, Germany and will offer everything from a beer garden, music, dance performances, children’s activities, and a 10K run to a Green Village, an accordion concert, and authentic German cuisine. Friday, September 25, 5 pm – 1 am Free admission Oktoberfest Denver |
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New Belgium Brewery Beer Dinner at Simms Steakhouse Known as “Denver’s Famous View,” Simms Steakhouse has partnered with New Belgium Brewery to create a custom menu accompanying its finest ales. This one-night-only dining experience will include the following courses: Appetizer Soup Salad Entrée Dessert Price: $60 (gratuity not included) Wednesday, September 23, 7 pm Simms Steakhouse |
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Rack and Roll Clothing Rack and Roll Clothing Co. is the new retail boutique inside Pura Vida Fitness and Spa in Cherry Creek. With locations in Vail and Aspen, the stores are known for scoping trends in NYC and L.A. and bringing them to us at amazingly low prices. Sexy denim and hot tops are priced under $50. No need to be a member of the fitness club to shop, and parking is validated for three hours. Exclusively for Denver Magazine newsletter readers: Say “secret stash” with your purchase and receive 20 percent off all items through September 30. Pura Vida Fitness and Spa |
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Embrace InHaus with John McEnroe Join CultureHaus for an exclusive sneak peek at the Denver Art Museum’s new Embrace exhibition – 17 new, site-specific works at the museum’s Hamilton Building. One installation is by local artist John McEnroe, who experiments with the expression of the fluidity, mass, and volume of everyday materials using plastic. McEnroe’s works can be seen in galleries and as public sculpture, many in and around Denver. Attendees will also have an opportunity to converse with McEnroe in an interactive discussion from 7 – 7:30 pm, followed by a question-and-answer session. The installation is still in progress and will be unveiled to the public officially November 14. Free admission for CultureHaus members. For RSVP and membership inquiries, Friday, October 2, 6 – 9 pm Denver Art Museum |
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American Dietetic Association Workshop The International Culinary School at the Art Institute of Colorado Food and Culinary Professionals is hosting a hands-on workshop with McCormick Spices to explore how flavor prints mark the difference between tastes and cuisines. Through a series of three chef demos, attendees will learn how spices, sugars, oils, and acids can be used as flavor enhancers and seasonings and how these ingredients influence the profiles of different cuisines, such as Mediterranean and Asian. The workshop will also include information about the health benefits of spices and herbs. Through a hands-on lab, attendees will learn how to effect food changes using natural ingredients and flavor prints. Saturday October 17, 7 am – 3 pm |
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Denver Marathon Whether you’re in training or just want to cheer on the runners, the fourth annual 2009 Denver MarathonTM, Half Marathon, ING Marathon Relay, and McDonald’s Mile Kid’s Race is one of the leading marathons in the country. It provides runners with one of the most unique and beautiful running experiences in Denver, and runners of all speeds and abilities can enjoy this Denver tradition. Enjoy live music at each of the three city parks along the race route and at the exciting Finish Line Festival at Civic Center Park. McDonald’s Mile Kid’s Race Denver Marathon, Half Marathon, and ING Marathon Relay Registration: |
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Bow Wow Buddies Foundation K-9s Against Cancer K-9s Against Cancer is an annual 5K fun run/one-mile walk, which is open to humans and their canine companions. This family-oriented day of festivities will feature music, food, games, giveaways, and demonstrations. Net proceeds will benefit the Bow Wow Buddies Foundation, the Colorado State University Animal Cancer Center, and Susan G. Komen. Registration: $30 (adults), $15 (children 6 – 17), free (children under 5) Saturday, October 10, 7 am (registration), 9 am (race starts) Stapleton’s Central Park |
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Children’s Diabetes Foundation High Hopes Tribute Dinner Help support the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes (BDC) at the annual High Hopes Tribute Dinner. The BDC currently cares for more than 5,000 children and young adults with diabetes, and close to 75 percent of them are from the Rocky Mountain region. Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds and Earth, Wind & Fire will be among the exciting list of performers during an evening of dinner and dancing. This year’s honoree is Arlene Hirschfeld, a dedicated community volunteer whose leadership and contributions to countless causes have been of extraordinary benefit to our medical community. Tickets from $350 Saturday, September 26, 6 pm Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel |
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Saks Fifth Avenue Key to the Cure October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and with all of the amazing causes there are to support, this one holds the key. Every year, Saks Fifth Avenue stores nationwide host Key to the Cure, benefiting a charity that positively impacts women’s health issues in the local community. Denver Health Foundation is the beneficiary of Denver’s Key to the Cure, and Saks Fifth Avenue donates a percentage of sales that occur October 15 – 18. Also, one hundred percent of the revenue from ticket sales and key sales benefits Denver Health Foundation. This star-studded evening will feature a fashion show with celebrity mother-daughter pairs, cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and retail therapy. Purchase “keys” to the treasure chests of gifts for $75 each. Gifts range from a chance to win a Saks Fifth Avenue shopping spree and travel packages to a VIP night on the town in Denver. VIP runway tickets: $150; individual tickets: $100 Thursday, October 15, 5:30 pm Saks Fifth Avenue Cherry Creek |
Written by Katie Shapiro
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