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Books & Beer – A Latino Book Fair Today at Raices Brewing

The Colorado Alliance of Latino Mentors and Authors (CALMA) invites the public to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Books and Beer, a book fair with Latino authors at Raices Brewing Company on Saturday, September 25, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Children’s books, poetry, memoir, mystery, and much more will be on sale. More information about the book fair and CALMA can be found here. 2060 W. Colfax Ave., Denver.

Disguises Costumes Holds Annual Summer Extravganza Sale This Weekend

Disguises, one of the largest costume stores in the region, is holding its annual summer extravaganza and sidewalk sale this Saturday & Sunday, July 24 & 25. Thousands of items are marked to move (as in $1 or $2) including packaged costumes, vintage clothing, retired rental costumes, discontinued shoes and boots and more. Open Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. 9797 W. Colfax Ave. (northeast corner of Colfax & Kipling), Lakewood.

Live Concerts Are Back & We’ve Got Deals On Tickets!

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It feels like forever, but live concerts with some of your favorite big name performers are now on the Denver calendar at venues such as Fiddler’s Green and Levitt Pavilion. We’re talking the likes of ZZTop, Melissa Etheridge and Lady A. We consider it our duty to track down ticket deals…and we’ve found some. Take a look below at the latest discounts. We’ll keep updating this list as more artists get on the road and head to our little piece of heaven. [Read more…] about Live Concerts Are Back & We’ve Got Deals On Tickets!

3 Ways Denver Residents Can Get Free Trees

Trees are good for humans and the environment. They provide shade, help with air quality, keep the ecosystem thriving and more. But sometimes it feels as if we are fighting a losing battle. Between Emerald Ash Borer and other diseases, as well as pollution and development, we’re losing our green canopy. Denver property owners have three ways to qualify for free trees that you can plant on your property in the public right-of-way. [Read more…] about 3 Ways Denver Residents Can Get Free Trees

Chill This Summer at Frozen Fire Rink In Idaho Springs

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With recent soaring temperatures you may be surprised to learn Colorado has an outdoor ice rink where you can skate or ride bumper cars. Idaho Springs’ Frozen Fire Rink is the coolest place to play hockey, practice your skating tricks or slide and bump your way to fun all while surrounded by our Rocky Mountains. [Read more…] about Chill This Summer at Frozen Fire Rink In Idaho Springs

Mile High Spirits

Mile High Spirits opened in 2011 in the heart of Denver’s River North (RiNo) art’s district before moving to downtown’s Ballpark neighborhood in 2014. MHS is Denver’s OG urban distillery in the Mile High City, crafting grain to bottle spirits for a fair price.

Photo courtesy: Mile High Spirits

They offer Bourbon, Whiskey, Vodka, Gin, Tequila, Rum and canned Moscow Mule/Punching Mule at their tasting room bar and in 16 states coast to coast.

When you visit Mile High Spirits you will experience live music — from Bluegrass to DJ mixes — and unique homemade cocktails. All of their spirits are made in house by their expert distilling team.

That’s not all- they have a variety of interesting activities while you take in cocktails and music: magic cornhole boards, photo booths, table ring toss and more.

Make sure to check out their calendar or visit their Facebook page to see what and where their next event is happening or to learn more about them.

2201 Lawrence St., Denver, 303-296-2226.

Here are some of their upcoming free or cheap events:

Tasting Room Grand Reopening
Friday, May 2
3 p.m. to 6 p.m. or 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
FREE (ticket required)

More upcoming events at Denver area breweries

La Cache Welcomes Back Shoppers Looking For Bargains

La Cache is one of Denver hidden treasures and a treasure trove for shoppers. The high-end consignment store deals in antiques, sterling silver, crystal, china, art, jewelry, fine linens, small rugs and furniture. The store is once again open for business. La Cache is now open for sales again, Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. [Read more…] about La Cache Welcomes Back Shoppers Looking For Bargains

New Way To Share Your Events With Other MHOTC Readers

Due to popular demand (or maybe just to see if we could do it), we have created a Mile High on the Cheap Facebook Group. While we always encourage you to submit your events for publication on the website, this new Group is another way to spread the word about those that somehow escape our attention, are outside our price-point, last-minute or just aren’t quite right for our calendar. [Read more…] about New Way To Share Your Events With Other MHOTC Readers

New City Park Farmers Market Spotlights Colorado-Grown Food

Local farmers and ranchers are front-and-center at City Park Farmers Market which opens Saturday, May 15. The market, which will run every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October 30, is at 2551 E. Colfax Ave. across from East High School. More than 60 Colorado-based food startups, established brands and artisans will be on hand selling their wares. [Read more…] about New City Park Farmers Market Spotlights Colorado-Grown Food

Movie Cars, Classic Cars & More! Rodz & Bodz Museum Opens At Colorado Mills

Attention, car enthusiasts! Want to see “Bumblebee,” the bright yellow Chevy Camaro from Transformers? Or maybe replica of the Mystery Machine from Scooby Doo? A new museum boasts more than 60 movie, classic and vintage cars. Rodz & Bodz Museum opens inside Colorado Mills on Saturday, May 15 and is filled with vehicles, signs and automobile memorabilia. [Read more…] about Movie Cars, Classic Cars & More! Rodz & Bodz Museum Opens At Colorado Mills

U.S. Military, Veterans & Gold Star Families Can Get Free National Parks Annual Pass

For some time, active-duty military personnel and their dependents have been able to receive an America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Annual Pass for FREE (an $80 value). Now, Gold Star Families and US military veterans are eligible to receive the same free access to more than 2,000 federal recreation areas, including national parks, wildlife refuges, and forests. [Read more…] about U.S. Military, Veterans & Gold Star Families Can Get Free National Parks Annual Pass

Denver-Boulder Restaurants That Have Closed Or Won’t Reopen

Each day brings news of another restaurant or two or more that has decided to shutter or not reopen. Though this is a list that no one really wants to read, we feel it’s important to keep MHOTC readers up-to-date and we wanted to create a single page you could easily reference.

While we can’t do as comprehensive a job as our peers at Westword or BusinessDen, we can keep you informed of the larger or more well-known dining spots, be they chains or independent eateries, that won’t be dishing out your favorites any longer. [Read more…] about Denver-Boulder Restaurants That Have Closed Or Won’t Reopen

Want A Covid Vaccine? No Appointment Needed At 3 Sites. Here’s The Latest News You Can Use

If your head is spinning with all the changes, disruptions, cancellations and uncertainty to our daily lives, you aren’t alone. We at Mile High On The Cheap feel it, too. In fact, we’re working even harder to stay on top of what’s happening in the Denver-Boulder area and keep you informed in a timely manner. Though we post about things we think you’ll find of interest, sometimes we learn of something newsworthy that may not be worth a stand-alone post. But, we want to share. [Read more…] about Want A Covid Vaccine? No Appointment Needed At 3 Sites. Here’s The Latest News You Can Use

Trying To Get A Covid Vaccine? Here’s Some Helpful Info

On April 2, all Coloradans became eligible to receive a vaccination against Covid-19. While we aren’t going to take a deep dive into the many places to receive a vaccine, the city and county of Denver recently sent out some really helpful information. We thought we’d share some of the highlights (along with some of our own tips) as they can help those who are home-bound or have limited access to transportation. [Read more…] about Trying To Get A Covid Vaccine? Here’s Some Helpful Info

Office Depot/Office Max & Staples Will Laminate Your COVID-19 Vaccination Card For Free

Congrats to those who have received their coronavirus vaccine. Now you need to ensure you have a record to prove you have done so. Everyone who receives the vaccine gets a CDC Covid-19 Vaccination Record Card. Both Office Depot/Office Max and Staples are offering to laminate your card for FREE. [Read more…] about Office Depot/Office Max & Staples Will Laminate Your COVID-19 Vaccination Card For Free

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