Every so often we alert MHOTC readers to a national service we find of interest. A few years ago, toy maker Mattel launched Mattel PlayBack, a FREE toy takeback program that enables families to extend the life of their Mattel toys once they are finished playing with them. The program now accepts Fisher-Price, Barbie, MEGA and Matchbox toys. [Read more…] about Kids Done With Their Old Mattel or Fisher-Price Toys or Barbies? Recycle Them For Free
MoJaBlu Concert Series at Conservatory Green in Northfield on Thursdays June 12 to July 31
Central Park jazzes up the community on select Thursdays from June 12 through July 31, 2025, with an evening of Motown, jazz and blues at Conservatory Green in Northfield. The MoJaBlu Concert Series is FREE and open to the public. All concerts run from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Here are this year’s headliners: [Read more…] about MoJaBlu Concert Series at Conservatory Green in Northfield on Thursdays June 12 to July 31
Sounds Of Southlands Every Thursday This Summer
Sounds of Southlands, the outdoor retail center’s summer concert series, brings great music to Aurora every Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. from June 20 through August 8, 2024. Bring your blankets, family and pets and enjoy live music, drinks and dancing in Town Square. Here’s the 2026 line-up: [Read more…] about Sounds Of Southlands Every Thursday This Summer
Kids’ Books For $1 Sale at Boulder Main Library
The Boulder Public Library holds it annual Children’s Used Book Sale from June 12 through 18, 2024, at the Main Library. Pick from hundreds of gently used books, each just $1. You’ll find board books, picture books, early readers, intermediate-level books and teen books. The sale is on during regular library hours. [Read more…] about Kids’ Books For $1 Sale at Boulder Main Library
Celebrate Blockwide Pride at Dairy Block This June
LoDo’s Dairy Block stages a variety of festivities this June 2024 to show its support of Denver Pride and the LGBTQ+ community. Most Blockwide Pride events will be at the Denver Milk Market, though activities will spread across the area including restaurants, clubs and retailers. You’ll find fun events for the entire family, as well as for the grown-up crowd. [Read more…] about Celebrate Blockwide Pride at Dairy Block This June
Saturday Night Bazaar Market Comes To Aspen Grove
Shoppers who favor the evening hours to peruse local crafts will be happy to hear a Saturday Night Bazaar comes to Aspen Grove on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The Shop & Sip Market hosts 50+ local makers and craft vendors, street food and food trucks, fashion trucks, live music, and BARBOX featuring craft brews and cocktails. Hours are 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and entry is FREE. [Read more…] about Saturday Night Bazaar Market Comes To Aspen Grove
Best Places To Recycle Electronics & Paint For Free Or Cheap
As most of us living in the Denver area are aware, electronics are prohibited from being dropped off in a normal trash can, due to hazardous materials. It’s a real no-no. The same goes for paint. It can be a real hassle to dispose of these items, especially if you want them gone now, rather than waiting for a neighborhood recycling event. That said, a growing number of Colorado businesses and counties that recycle electronics or paint year-round for free or a small charge.
We’ve compiled a list of places and companies that will either pick-up or let you drop-off your stuff throughout the year. If you know of others we have missed, be sure to send an email to news@milehighonthecheap.com and we’ll do our best to get it added to the list. [Read more…] about Best Places To Recycle Electronics & Paint For Free Or Cheap
Independence Eve Celebration Takes Over Downtown Denver’s Civic Center Park. Huge Drone Show Planned!
Independence Eve returns to Civic Center Park on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Gates will open at 5 p.m. for this FREE, family-friendly event. Enjoy music from the Colorado Symphony Brass & Percussion Ensemble, live DJs from Youth on Record and a night market. New for 2024: Indy Eve will feature Denver’s largest drone show along with two different light shows projected onto Civic Center Park structures.
[Read more…] about Independence Eve Celebration Takes Over Downtown Denver’s Civic Center Park. Huge Drone Show Planned!
Longmont Pride Festival Welcomes Entire Community
The annual Longmont Pride Festival is Friday, June 7, 2024 at Roosevelt Park from 3:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Come out for a day full of great activities, amazing community partners sharing information, Pride goodies from Rocky Mountain Equality, and other fantastic vendors.
[Read more…] about Longmont Pride Festival Welcomes Entire Community
Louisville Summer Concerts In The Park June 19 to July 17
Louisville gets into the swing of summer with its Concerts in the Park series most Thursdays in Louisville Community Park. Concerts feature great music and food trucks on site. Performances run 6:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. and are designed for all ages. Bring your chairs and blankets. Here’s the 2025 lineup. [Read more…] about Louisville Summer Concerts In The Park June 19 to July 17
Bands On The Bricks – Free Summer Music in Downtown Boulder
Downtown Boulder is the site of the city’s popular summer music series. Bands on the Bricks. It takes place every Wednesday evening from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. June 11 through July 30, 2025, with rock, reggae and everything in between. Opening acts take the stage at 6 p.m. Headliners go on at 7 p.m. [Read more…] about Bands On The Bricks – Free Summer Music in Downtown Boulder
Scandinavian Midsummer Festival Moves To Highlands Ranch June 28 & 29
It’s no secret that Scandinavians endure long winters when daylight is in short supply. Little wonder that in the summer, when the evening sky rarely darkens, they celebrate. Coloradans can get a taste of that solstice celebration at the Scandinavian Midsummer Festival in Highlands Ranch on Saturday & Sunday, June 28 & 29, 2025, at Civic Green Park. [Read more…] about Scandinavian Midsummer Festival Moves To Highlands Ranch June 28 & 29
Broomfield Summer Concerts Series Plans Six Outdoor Performances
Broomfield fills Wednesday nights with music during its Summer Concerts Series. This year there will be six outdoor concerts. Locations include Anthem Community Park and Midway Park. Concerts are Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Venues open for seating at 5:30 p.m. and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. [Read more…] about Broomfield Summer Concerts Series Plans Six Outdoor Performances
Louisville Downtown Street Faire: Family, Fun and Music
The annual Louisville Street Faire runs Fridays from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. June 13 through August 8, 2025, with music starting about 6 p.m. rain or shine. You’ll find food, cold drinks, lots of children’s activities, quality arts, crafts, sundries and the event is FREE. Here’s the 2025 lineup: [Read more…] about Louisville Downtown Street Faire: Family, Fun and Music
Red, White & ROCK! A New Way To Celebrate Independence Day at Hudson Gardens
Celebrate Independence Day with Red, White & ROCK!, a new event at The Hudson Gardens & Event Center on July 3, 2024. The family-friendly festivities will feature live music from Super Diamond – The Neil Diamond Tribute Band. In partnership with the City of Littleton, Hudson Gardens will offer kids’ activities, food trucks, cocktails for purchase, and a grand finale fireworks show. [Read more…] about Red, White & ROCK! A New Way To Celebrate Independence Day at Hudson Gardens