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Movie Preview – ‘Kidnap’

In the tense thriller Kidnap, a typical afternoon in the park turns into a nightmare for single mom Karla Dyson (Halle Berry) when her son suddenly disappears. Without a cell phone and knowing she has no time to wait for police help, Karla jumps in her own car and sets off in pursuit of the kidnappers. A relentless, edge-of-your seat chase ensues, where Karla must risk everything to not lose sight of her son.

MHOTC readers can attend a FREE sneak preview of the film on Monday, July 31 at 7 p.m. at Harkins Northfield 18. Click here to download and print your admit-two pass. These passes are limited in number, so please don’t abuse the system and get yours now – if this movie interests you. Once our limit has been reached, the system won’t issue any more. Remember, even with a pass seating is not guaranteed, so get there early.

Groupon’s Buy More, Save More Promo Code

Groupon always saves you money, usually at least half off, which makes any offer, service or product you get from them offers much more affordable. Now, for today only, Saturday, July 22 get an extra 25% to 33% off any Groupon Local Deals. Here’s how it works: Get $5 off a minimum $20 purchase, $10 off $40, $15 off $60 and $30 off $100. You need to use the promo code OFF at checkout. You can use the code a maximum of three times. Use it on show tickets, concerts, dining out, spa treatments, things to do and more. The more you spend, the deeper the discount. The only exclusions are a handful of local deals and consumer electronics. To get the deal, use this link to take you to all the Groupons in the Denver-Boulder area.

Free & Fun Nature and History Programs Through JeffCo Open Space

Connecting with the natural world is easy in Colorado. All you have to do is head east to the plains or west into the mountains. FREE programs take place in a variety of Jefferson County Open Space parks including Lookout Mountain Nature Center (LMNC) and the Hiwan Homestead Museum, throughout the year. The Center offers a variety of nature programs with topics that explore the diversity and richness of the foothills. Discover wildlife, plants, geology, astronomy and more. [Read more…] about Free & Fun Nature and History Programs Through JeffCo Open Space

79+ Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend

Bored on a budget? You’ve come to the right place! Mile High On The Cheap is the answer for Coloradans wanting to live large for less. Fortunately, our community has it all “on the cheap” — entertainment, festivals, concerts, movies, workshops, tours, sporting events and more. And we’ve done the work for you! Keep up with the latest deals, discounts and FREE events in the Denver/Boulder area by signing up for our daily e-newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter. (If you know of any upcoming weekend events, send them to info@milehighonthecheap.com.) Be sure to check out our constantly-updated list of upcoming Mile High events, which you can view by day or by month. Here are our top picks for FREE and cheap things to do this weekend: [Read more…] about 79+ Free & Cheap Things To Do in Denver This Weekend

Win $100 Target Gift Card – Try New TallySheet Yard Sale App

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Denver’s garage sale season is a short one, one reason why so many households band together for multi-family sales. But if you’re the one assigned to monitor the cash box, you know how crazy it can get and, more important, how tough it is to keep track of who sold what. Now there’s a new app that can help.

The TallySheet yard sale app lets you use your phone to checkout customers and track sales totals for multiple sellers. You can also opt to have more than one cashier, so that each can checkout buyers. And, the app shows sales reports in real time. When your sale is over, Tallysheet reports exactly how much each seller is due. [Read more…] about Win $100 Target Gift Card – Try New TallySheet Yard Sale App

Denver Broncos 1/2 Price Tickets Go On Sale July 26

We have “unofficial” official confirmation, so get your game plan ready! Half-price tickets for Denver Broncos home games for the 2017 season go on sale Wednesday, July 26 at 2 p.m. Tickets may only be purchased online through Ticketmaster.com. Why are locals lucky enough to get such a great deal?

Well, it all goes back to the legislation authorizing the construction of Sports Authority Field at Mile High. As part of the agreement, the Broncos are required to sell 2,000 half-price tickets per home game.

These tickets go in a flash, but we do know real folks who have nabbed them. Discounted tickets start at $31.50. (Service fees also apply.) Before you get your team together, you’ll want to make note of the 2017 season schedule. To make it fair for all, there are a few rules in place. [Read more…] about Denver Broncos 1/2 Price Tickets Go On Sale July 26

Movie Sneak Preview – ‘Atomic Blonde’

Charlize Theron explodes into summer in Atomic Blonde, a breakneck action-thriller that follows MI6’s most lethal assassin through a ticking time bomb of a city simmering with revolution and double-crossing hives of traitors. Agent Lorraine Broughton (Theron) is equal parts spycraft, sensuality and savagery, willing to deploy any of her skills to stay alive on her impossible mission. Sent alone into Berlin to deliver a priceless dossier out of the destabilized city, she partners with station chief David Percival (James McAvoy) to navigate her way through the deadliest game of spies.

MHOTC readers are invited to a special advance screening on Tuesday, July 25 at 7 p.m. at the Regal Continental. To enter for an admit-2 pass, click here, type in the requested information and click “Submit.” Be sure to type “Mile High On The Cheap” in the “Where did you hear about this contest?” box. Deadline to enter is end of day, Sunday, July 23. Winners will be notified by email by noon with screening instructions on Monday, June 24. Remember, passes do not guarantee admission. Preview screenings are always overbooked to ensure a full house, so arrive early.

Fans Invited to Free Broncos Open Training Camp

Note the practice start time of 9:30 a.m. Denver Broncos fans can again watch pre-season Training Camp sessions for FREE at UCHealth Training Center (13655 Broncos Pkwy.) in Englewood. Parking lots open at 7 a.m. Gates open at 8 a.m. Practices are from 9:30 a.m. to noon on the following days: Thursday, July 27; Friday, July 28; Saturday, July 29; Sunday, July 30; Monday, July 31; Wednesday, August 2; Thursday, August 3; Friday, August 4 (Kid’s Day); Saturday, August 5; Monday, August 7; Tuesday, August 8; Saturday, August 12. [Read more…] about Fans Invited to Free Broncos Open Training Camp

Back To School: School Supply Sales This Week

Here’s this week’s list of the best school supply sales I found (with the help of my best pal, Lyn) in the Denver area. It only includes what I see as the really good deals and I also update this list as soon as I can preview the sale flyers, so keep checking back over the weekend. Remember that you can also clip manufacturers coupons from inserts or print out coupons for school supplies and match them with a sale.

This year, a number of stores are running special sale prices on some items all summer long into early September. I’ve included some of those prices along with the weekly specials so you have them handy.

I’ve listed Walmart school supply prices at the end of this post for comparison. In general, I find them to have the best everyday price – but they aren’t better than the weekly sales at places like Office Depot, so be sure to check this list every single week. If you’re a smart shopper, you’ll spend very little on school supplies and may even have spare supplies to give to someone else. [Read more…] about Back To School: School Supply Sales This Week

Free Car Show at Fairmount Cemetery

Many of us think of cemeteries as sad places, but, in reality, most are beautiful park-like spaces ideal for all sorts of joyous community gatherings. Denver’s historic Fairmount Cemetery hosts a classic car show on Sunday, July 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Food trucks will be on hand selling eats or you may bring your own food. 430 S. Quebec St., Denver, 303-399-3692.

Free Friday Night Community Pig Roasts at Maggie Smith’s

This freebie will have you squealing with delight. Drop by Maggie Smith’s Irish Pub every Friday for a community pig roast starting at 7 p.m. Enjoy a beer or two (you have to pay for your drinks) while grubbing on a FREE plate of pork smothered in bbq sauce. Families, friends, and the entire neighborhood is welcome. Get together and celebrate the best day of the week while soaking in the summer rays. 6631 S. Peoria St., Englewood.

Mile High Dance Festival at Cleo Parker Robinson Dance

If Denver has one spot that is all things dance, it’s like at Cleo Parker Robinson Dance. The studio and school hosts the Mile High Dance Festival on Saturday, July 22. The day (and night) is filled with FREE classes and workshops, food and performances. During the morning and afternoon, you can sample a variety of dance styles. Check the website for a complete schedule.

Then at 7 p.m. settle in for a FREE performance featuring the Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble, Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Youth Ensemble, Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Junior Youth Ensemble, Fiesta Colorado, Samba Colorado, Moraporvida, Hannah Kahn Dance Company, Nu World Contemporary Danse Theatre and Delsie Khadem-Ghaeini Persian Dance. 119 Park Avenue West, Denver, 303-295-1759.

Sweet! Free Peaches at Larimer Square Sidewalk Sale

Larimer Square hosts its annual “Peachy Sidewalk Sale” from Friday to Sunday, July 21 to 23. Get up to 75% off on designer clothing, accessories and other fun items from more than 20 Larimer Square retail shops. Come early on Friday for FREE Colorado peaches while supplies last and stop by Corridor 44 for a refreshing peach bellini while you shop on Saturday. [Read more…] about Sweet! Free Peaches at Larimer Square Sidewalk Sale

Bass Pro Shops Rockin’ Rides Show

Car enthusiasts and anyone who just enjoys a motorized vehicle will want to check out Rockin’ Rides, a FREE event at Bass Pro Shops on Saturday, July 22. The parking lot will be filled with classic cars, hot rods, motorcycles and more from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Besides viewing the hot wheels, kids can take part in the Bass Pro Shops Summer Camp starting at noon with outdoor seminars, crafts, shooting ranges, a casting challenge and more. And if you have a vehicle you want to show, you can enter a car, truck or motorcycle for $25 (100% of proceeds go to Wounded Warrior USA). Entrants are eligible for prizes and drawings. 7970 Northfield Blvd., Denver.

33+ Free & Cheap Things for Denver-Boulder Kids To Do This Summer

The back to school sales have started, egads! But kids still have four to six more weeks before the school bell rings. We found lots of suggestions for Front Range fun for families on a budget. Summer in Denver-Boulder brings free or cheap kids’ movies, free swimming at many rec center pools, a chance for kids to bowl free, tons of tours, free days at museums and so much more. Plus, living in beautiful Colorado, we have the foothills and mountains, which are always free. Here are 33 FREE or cheap things for Denver-Boulder kids to do this summer: [Read more…] about 33+ Free & Cheap Things for Denver-Boulder Kids To Do This Summer