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The temperature outside is heating up, so that makes this deal extra cool. Today, Wednesday, July 26, SONIC Drive-In is offering 50% off shakes and ice cream slushes — all day. There is a limit of 5. The limited-time Ice Cream Slushes flavors include grape, blue coconut, orange, cherry, blue raspberry and strawberry. Remember, the chain offers the same deal after 8 p.m. every day for the summer. Enjoy!

The entire family will have a “purr”-fectly good time at the cat-centric Festival of Felines on Saturday, July 29 at the Cat Care Society (5787 W. 6th Ave.) in Denver. Admission is FREE. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., view the 2017 Painted Cats (and vote for your favorite), tour the Veterinary Cat Clinic and play with real live kittens! Plus, enjoy FREE face painting and crafts for the kids, as well as complimentary refreshments. They’ve also added a craft fair to the festival with handmade jewelry, wall quilts, notecards, throw pillows, paintings and more. Even more “purr”-fect, 100% of the proceeds will benefit the shelter cats. Meow!

Natural Grocers is relocating its downtown Denver store to the River North neighborhood, an area often considered a “food desert” by residents. The new store will be located at 3757 N. Brighton Blvd. and officially open on Thursday, July 27. (Its downtown store at 2375 15th St. will be closed on July 25 and 26, reopening on July 27 at the new address.) To celebrate, the first 100 people in line on opening day will get to spin a prize wheel for a chance to win a variety of gifts, including NOW supplements, Nova chocolate and Natural Grocers-branded items. The ribbon-cutting ceremony is at 8:30 a.m. Even better, the new store will host a FREE community ice cream social from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. — featuring pasture-based dairy and non-dairy ice cream.

South Suburban Golf Course has a swanky new swanky clubhouse and they’re eager to show it off. In fact, so much so, that they are holding a three-day Open House-style Grand Opening, Friday to Sunday, July 28 to 30. Each day, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., visitors can test new equipment on the driving range, meet with vendors and explore deals in the pro shop. Fuel yourself for the back nine with FREE Coca-Cola products and Nathan’s Famous hot dogs. Besides the clubhouse, the $4.6 million project encompasses a restaurant, bar, cart barn, improved cart paths and pedestrian walkways. 7900 S. Colorado Blvd., Centennial.

With the high cost of jeans, it’s no wonder this sale is so popular with frugal families. Goodwill is holding its 99¢ Jeans Sale on Saturday, July 22 (starting at 7:30 a.m.) at all Denver metro and northern Colorado locations. Get there early for the best selection of styles, brands and sizes. Plus, nearly everything else is 50% off — blue and orange tags, snacks, beverages, mattresses, other new items and current 99¢ color tags are excluded. Even better, the same Jeans Sale (excluding orange tags) is also available at its Déjà Blue Boutique (303 University Blvd.) in Cherry Creek North. (The doors at the boutique open at 10 a.m.) The sale is not valid at Goodwill Outlet World, 99¢ Stores or its eCommerce website. Click here for a full listing of all Front Range locations and hours.

The verdict is in: This party will be loads of fun! The McDivitt Law Firm just opened a new office (14261 E. 4th Ave.) in Aurora and they’re throwing a FREE Summer Block Party to celebrate. The fun takes place on Saturday, July 22 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the new office. Enjoy delicious treats from food trucks, let kids play on the Fire Truck slide or the Hamster Ball Race Track and so much more.

Everything is completely FREE, including the food! The firm will also be giving away a 2017 Jeep Wrangler Big Bear Edition, as well as a lots of other prizes — worth more than $50,000 in total. That’s definitely one big give away!

Bargain hunters rejoice! The remodel of the Aurora Walmart Supercenter (3301 Tower Rd.) is complete. To celebrate the new digs, the store is throwing a big party for customers. On Saturday, July 22, the family fun takes place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Festivities include a welcome tent with music, food samples (including pizza, hot dogs and fresh fruit), giveaways (including Marketside cookies and Keurig samples) and lots of activities for kids.

Customers will notice some remodel features: the new electronics area makes it easier to test laptops and tablets before buying. The baby department has stroller at floor level (no more struggling to take them down from shelves) and there’s a expanded tool section for DIYers. There’s lots to explore and experience at the “new” store.

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.

No need to whine ever, when it comes to saving money. Romano’s Macaroni Grill is making Thursday the day to dine out for an Italian lunch or dinner. Every Thursday, the restaurant offers half-priced bottle of wines at participating locations all day — for a limited time. The offer does not apply to glasses — just bottles. (I’m not a wine drinker, so I have no idea what else to add without sounding silly. I know there’s red and white…that’s it!) If you love the restaurant, sign-up for its e-mail club for lots of members-only promo and discounts, as well as be the first to hear about new dishes — click here. (As always, please don’t drink and drive.)

If you grew up in the 80s, you know “Top Gun” (and its soundtrack) very well. Well, now’s your chance to experience it again on the big screen…on a really, really big screen and in 3-D! The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is hosting a special screening at 7:30 p.m. each night from Thursday, July 27 to Saturday, July 29. Tickets for non-members are $9.95 for adults and $7.95 for juniors/children (18 and younger) and seniors. For convenience, order tickets online. (There are no additional fees. We tested the system.) It’s a rare opportunity to relive the 80s in such a special way at the movie theater again. Parents can take their kids, so they can see what mom and dad we’re watching as teens…and not on a smartphone. Heck, we didn’t even know what a cell phone was back then! (I’m keeping my fingers crossed for “Purple Rain” in IMAX 3-D!)

arc Thrift Stores are running a summer special on t-shirts, tank tops, swimwear, shorts and more — just 99¢ each. With temperatures running in the 90s, it’s the perfect opportunity to supplement your family’s summer wardrobe. The hot deal runs Friday, July 21 (9 a.m. to 9 p.m.) and Saturday, July 22 (8 a.m. to 9 p.m.) at all 24 Front Range locations. If you don’t mind searching racks and racks of clothes, you’re bound to spot the fashions suited to your style. On occasion, you can even find items with the original tags, which means “brand new.”

One of Denver’s popular family-owned destinations for pizza, pasta and more, Mici Handcrafted Italian is celebrating its 13th anniversary with complimentary pizza for all. On Wednesday, July 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., all of its locations will serve a FREE slice — choose from two-customer favorites, the DiGirolomo or Formaggio pizza. The offer is for dine-in only, while supplies last. Limit one slice per person. The eatery has four locations — Denver (3) and Highlands Ranch.

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