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We recently reminded you that on Veterans Day, the National Park Service annually waives entry fees to all 400+ units that normally charge them. But, did you know veterans, active-duty military personnel, Reserve and National Guard members also get FREE admission to all 42 Colorado state parks on Veterans Day, November 11. The military member or veteran must show proof of military service (photo ID, DD-214, be in uniform, etc.). All other park fees (camping, etc.) are still charged.

Crunchy, creamy, spicy, meaty and more! Everyone loves nachos, right? There’s a bite to fit everyone’s palate, given the variety of toppings available nowadays. (We remember the days, when it was just straight up tortilla chips, cheese and jalapeño slices — nothing more!)

Monday, November 6 is National Nachos Day. To celebrate the cheesy day, there are a few restaurants offering a deal for fans of the popular appetizer/snack. Actually, because there are so many toppings now, you can enjoy the dish as a full-fledged lunch or dinner entrée. The offers are available at participating locations, while supplies last.

Applebee’s –  Get full order of Salsa Verde Beef Nachos for just $5 — made with ground beef, spicy queso blanco, cheddar, sour cream, pico and fresh jalapeños.

On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina – Get 50% off Stacked Nachos (made with refried beans, ground beef, mixed cheeses, queso and sour cream — includes pico de gallo and fresh guacamole) or Grande Fajita Nachos (made with steak or chicken, refried beans and cheese — includes pico de gallo, fresh guacamole and sour cream.)

Rubio’s Coastal Grill – Get $5 Cheese Nachos or $6 Chicken Nachos with purchase of any entrée — coupon required.

Taco John’s – Get FREE order of chips and nacho cheese — just present the coupon found under the “News & Offers” section found on the TJ  Rewards app. (To download the app, visit www.tacojohns.com/rewards.)

 

In honor of all who have served in the Armed Forces, veterans can receive FREE dental care on Saturday, November 11 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Aspen Springs Dental in Centennial or Aurora Family Dentistry. Patients may receive routine preventative care cleanings, fillings or simple extractions. Appointments are required and must be made only on Friday, November 3. Here’s how to reserve your spot. [Read more…] about Sign Up November 3 For Free Dental Care on Veteran’s Day

Two kids clothing swaps are scheduled for the coming weeks. The Evergreen Kids Clothes Swap is Saturday, November 4 from 9 a.m. to noon at Bergen Park Church. The Lakewood Kids Clothes Swap is Sunday, November 12 from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Lakewood Link Rec Center. Here’s how it works. Bring gently used kids clothing (size 0-16), kids shoes, maternity clothes and equipment, baby items and equipment the night before the swap. For Evergreen that’s Friday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and for Lakewood it is Saturday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Peterson Room.

Be sure to put the items in bins or bags labeled with your name on them. Then you return the next day and pick up items you can use for your family. Bergen Park Church is at 31919 Rocky Mountain Village Dr., Evregreen. Lakewood Link Rec Center is at 1295 S. Reed St., Lakewood.

Who better to celebrate National Sandwich Day than America’s most popular sub shop? To celebrate the condiment-filled “holiday”, SUBWAY is offering a buy-one-get-one deal on Friday, November 3 at participating locations.

Buy a 6-inch or Footlong sub, plus a 30-oz. drink, and receive a second sandwich for FREE (of equal or lesser value.) Consider sharing the drink with your lunch (or dinner) buddy for maximum value — just ask for an extra cup.

Earlier this month, the Denver Theatre District officially opened Understudy, a first-of-its-kind arts and culture experimental space inside the Colorado Convention Center. Artists and creative groups get to use the 700-square-foot space for free and the public gets to check out artist installations and take part in experiential activities.

The Denver Theatre District encourages taking public transportation or biking to Understudy, which is located next to the RTD “Convention center/Theatre District” Light Rail stop. Bike and B-cycle parking is available in front of the convention center off the 14th Street bike lane. Vehicle parking is available at meters, in local garages or on surface lots.

Here are a few upcoming FREE events: [Read more…] about Plenty of Free Things To Do at Understudy, an Experimental Playground

Local film studio Kingdom Sight Studios hosts a Red Carpet Premier Event on Friday, November 3 to screen its latest film A High School Story, a family-friendly production with a 1980’s John Hughes-comedy feel. The movie will be shown in the Worship Center at Faith Bible Chapel at 6250 Wright St., Arvada.

Doors open at 5:15 p.m., with light hors d’oeuvres along with photo opportunities on the Red Carpet. Doors to the theater for general seating open at 6:15 p.m. and the film starts at 7 p.m., followed by dessert and a meet-and-greet with the actors.

Tickets for the premiere are $8 for adults, $5 for students, but KSS is giving away five pairs of reserved-seat tickets. For your chance to win, send an email to mariah@kingdomsightstudios.com with MHOTC in the subject line. Include your full name, home address, and phone number in the body of the email. Deadline to enter is 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, October 31. You must be 18 or older to enter. Winners will be contacted on Wednesday, November 1.

What’s a Halloween party without pizza? No fun! Pizza seems like the perfect dish for costumed guests — easy to eat and delicious. Sprouts Farmers Market is helping party planners with their budget this week. Through Wednesday, November 1, they’re offering 50% off frozen pizzas — all brands and varieties.

It’s the perfect opportunity to have a few on hand for Halloween, as well as stocking your freezer with family favorites. The grocery store carries many specialty brands that rarely go on sale, so, if you have a specific dietary requirements, check out their selection.

Universal Pictures and AMC Theatres are distributing up to 10,000 free tickets to U.S. veterans and active-duty military members for Thank You for Your Service. This freebie is for the 7 p.m. only showing of the film on Thursday, October 26 at all AMC Theatres. Each of the first 25 service members (per location) with valid, government-issued ID who request a ticket will be given one FREE admission to the 7 p.m. screening. The film follows a group of U.S. soldiers returning from Iraq who struggle to integrate back into family and civilian life, while living with the memory of a war that threatens to destroy them long after they’ve left the battlefield.

Here’s how to get the deal: Go here for a list of participating theaters and more information. Enter your city to find a list of participating theaters. Again, the promo is only valid for the 7 p.m. screening on Thursday. You can go to the theater when it opens starting at 9 a.m. to pick up a pass. Otherwise, you should call the theater to double check that they have free tickets left before heading out.

Party like it’s 1982! On October 29, 1982, the first On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina opened in Dallas. (There are now more than 150 restaurants in 33 states and 3 countries.) On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina is celebrating its 35th birthday on Thursday, October 26 by offering its house margarita for $1.82 and house tequila Meltdown shot for 82¢ at participating locations. If you enjoy the bargain beverages, please don’t drink and drive. There are three locations in Colorado — Aurora, Golden and Highlands Ranch.

It’s also the last day for its chicken fajita meal deal for two — a bowl of queso and chips, two orders of chicken fajitas and full order of sopapillas for $19.82. Combine the deals for a frugal fiesta of your very own.

Here’s another opportunity to share your opinions and earn a few extra bucks. A company called Rockman et al contacted us to help find locals for an upcoming focus group in downtown Denver. They are totally legit. And, we know how much MHOTC readers like sharing their opinions.

Here’s the inside scoop. The Museum of Science, Boston is working to develop a traveling exhibition and is seeking input from people in various cities including Denver. They are looking for individuals to participate in a focus group and give feedback on potential topics and concepts.

Participants will receive a $75 gift card to their choice of either Amazon or Target as compensation for their time and for providing thoughtful feedback. Here’s what to do if you are interested: [Read more…] about Special Focus Group Seeks Denver Participants – Earn $75 Gift Card

This one almost got past us, but we found it just in time! Today, Sunday, October 22 is the last day for this weekend freebie from Safeway. Get a FREE Ragú pasta sauce (24-oz.) and American Beauty pasta (16-oz.) at the grocery store — no purchase necessary. Download the Just For U coupon to your Safeway Club Card — under the category “Grains, Pastas & Sides.” The deal makes for a quick and easy family meal — just add some garlic bread and/or meatballs to make it “fancy.” Let’s hope Safeway follows King Soopers’ lead and makes a weekly freebie part of its regular marketing strategy. A good freebie will always get us in the door any day of the week!

Calvary Church – Littleton celebrates the season with a Fall Festival at Littles Creek Park on Saturday, October 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be FREE food, activities, games, a costume parade and raffle prizes. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, park in the church lot and walk on over to the park which is at 6701 S. Broadway, Littleton.