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Two Days Only! Save Extra 20% On Groupon Local Deals

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SaleRedThere’s a new Groupon promo code. Groupon almost always saves you money, usually half off, which makes any offer, service or product you get from them more affordable. However, with this latest promotion, you can really save big on anything from fun things to do and dining out to DIA airport parking and spa treatments. [Read more…] about Two Days Only! Save Extra 20% On Groupon Local Deals

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Denver Is Going To Start Charging Residents For Trash Pickup. Here’s What You Need To Know

Starting in January 2023, Denver will begin to charge residents for trash collection service. Fees will be based on trash cart size. The smaller the trash cart, the lower the fee. To help minimize trash cart size, the city plans to add weekly (instead of every other week) recycling collection. Customers can set out their recycling cart every week on their regular trash collection day. [Read more…] about Denver Is Going To Start Charging Residents For Trash Pickup. Here’s What You Need To Know

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Free Holiday Ghost Tours In Downtown Denver

Dinner and Ghosts typically offers personalized nighttime tours of Denver’s haunted locations, including cocktails and/or dinner. But you don’t have to drop a bundle to be spooked. The company’s Scaredy Cats Tour is designed for those who like ghost stories but are a little afraid of the dark. This one is for the kids or maybe just the kid at heart totally free, so you can bring everyone. [Read more…] about Free Holiday Ghost Tours In Downtown Denver

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Longmont Library Offers Free ‘Discovery Passes’ To Front Range Attractions

The Longmont Public Library’s book collection numbers in the tens of thousands, but knowledge is not found in books alone. To promote learning experiences, the Friends of the Longmont Library has partnered with many local museums and attractions to offer FREE daily passes to patrons through the Library’s website.

These Discovery Passes are a ticket to history, art, science, culture, and nature all along the Front Range, accessible with just a library card. The following destinations are currently participating, and the Library will be adding more attractions in coming months: [Read more…] about Longmont Library Offers Free ‘Discovery Passes’ To Front Range Attractions

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102 Cheap and Easy DIY Halloween Costumes

zombie HalloweenHalloween is almost upon us. Looking for a costume for you or your kids? If you want to avoid spending a scary amount of money and, also, don’t want to spend lots of time, here’s a list of 101 cheap, easy homemade costumes.

You can make great costumes using things you have around the house (such as old sheets, toilet paper or duct tape), can borrow from relatives (surely someone has a bow tie or frilly 1950’s apron) or can buy items inexpensively from a thrift store or discount store (plaid jacket or “princess” crown). [Read more…] about 102 Cheap and Easy DIY Halloween Costumes

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Great Deal! Babbel Language Learning – Huge Discount On Lifetime Subscription

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You want to learn a new language, but don’t have the time or big bucks for an intensive, immersive course. Babbel Language Learning has a great deal available through StackSocial. For a limited time, purchase a Lifetime Subscription for $199. This subscription lets you access all 14 languages in the Babbel program…forever. [Read more…] about Great Deal! Babbel Language Learning – Huge Discount On Lifetime Subscription

Low-Cost ‘Arts In The Park’ Boulder Philharmonic Percussion Concerts

Boulder Philharmonic takes to the Boulder Bandshell stage on Friday & Saturday, August 26 & 27, 2022, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) as part of Arts in the Park. Hear percussionists of the Boulder Phil in a thrilling musical adventure that spans the globe. These are some of the top freelance musicians from Colorado’s Front Range and beyond. [Read more…] about Low-Cost ‘Arts In The Park’ Boulder Philharmonic Percussion Concerts

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Get Free Computer Monitors, Keyboards & Mice at Onsite Consulting

Our friends at Onsite Consulting were just named #1 IT Service in Colorado by Colorado Biz magazine. (They got our vote because they keep Laura and Bryan online so we can always bring you the latest news.) To celebrate, the company is offering some freebies and deals to MHOTC readers. [Read more…] about Get Free Computer Monitors, Keyboards & Mice at Onsite Consulting

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More Hours! Buy the Book on the Cheap in Aurora

Imagine a book store where a good novel will only set you back two bucks. Such a store exists… in Aurora. The Book Outlet started as a place to raise money for the Aurora Public Library system, but bookworms know it’s the place to find a wealth of gently-used reading material at unbelievable prices. [Read more…] about More Hours! Buy the Book on the Cheap in Aurora

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Free Home Depot Kids ‘How To Workshop’

Kids can learn do-it-yourself skills and craft a fun item for themselves or to give to someone special by attending Home Depot’s FREE “How-To-Workshop” on the first Saturday of every month from 9 a.m. to noon at all stores. The classes promote tool safety for kids ages 5 to 12, as well as encourage some quality time between parent and child. [Read more…] about Free Home Depot Kids ‘How To Workshop’

Botanic Gardens Added! Denver Public Library Card Gets You Free Entry To Local Museums and Attractions

Here’s another reason why the most valuable card in your wallet is your library card. The Denver Public Library has partnered with area museums and cultural institutions to offer FREE admission for DPL cardholders. Book a pass online up to 2 weeks in advance and print your confirmation to gain entry to the museum. Admission details vary by institution, see each site listed below for requirements. A permanent DPL library card in good standing is required. [Read more…] about Botanic Gardens Added! Denver Public Library Card Gets You Free Entry To Local Museums and Attractions

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Four Mile Historic Park

Take a step back in time at Four Mile Historic Park, Denver’s oldest standing structure and surrounding 12-acre history park. The site is open for tours Wednesday through Sunday and offers educational programming throughout the year.

Visitors can tour the historic house, meet the horses, goats, and chickens, and learn about the craftsmanship of the historic barns and outbuildings.

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Nestled on the banks of Cherry Creek, the Four Mile House was the last stop coming west to Denver along the Cherokee Trail.

A welcome site for weary travelers, it was a place to wash off the trail dust, eat a home-cooked meal, or spend the night before heading in to Denver.

Today, Four Mile Historic Park showcase’s Colorado’s rich history and allow you to experience “where the American West comes to life!”

Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest St., Denver, 720-865-0800

Museum & Park Public Hours

January to May:

Friday to Sunday: Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

June to December:

Wednesday to Sunday: Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission Prices

Adults (18-64): $8

Seniors (65+) & Military (with ID): $7

Youth (7-17): $6

6 & Under: FREE

Four Mile Historic Park Members: FREE

Admission includes a variety of family activities, such as gold panning, farm chores, and prairie games.

SCFD Free Days are generally held the fourth Friday of every month. You can go here to reserve a ticket for Free Day admission.

Information: info@fourmilepark.org