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Outdoor Enthusiasts Get Deals, Cash Back at Active Junky — Plus, $5 Bonus!

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We love local businesses and we just found this one, perfect for all of Colorado’s active outdoor enthusiasts who love saving money. (They’ve been in business for 10 years — almost the same time MHOTC began its journey, too.) Active Junky is an outdoor gear, outdoor lifestyle, adventure sports and adventure travel search engine, dedicated to providing the widest selection of quality outdoor products at the cheapest prices. [Read more…] about Outdoor Enthusiasts Get Deals, Cash Back at Active Junky — Plus, $5 Bonus!

Free Books For Children at Westminster History Center

Westminster residents may know that its History Center tells the tale of how the city came to be through exhibits, archives, live programs and walking tours. But this repository of Westminster’s past also partners with The Friends of Westminster Library to distribute FREE books to children and teens. A variety of books are stocked, from picture books for tots to young adult novels. Some are even Spanish-language for bilingual readers. [Read more…] about Free Books For Children at Westminster History Center

The Pinball Museum Lights Up in Lakewood — Admission Just $2

Ding! Bang! Swoosh! Pinball wizards (and those with a love of nostalgia) will love this new, fun museum. The Pinball Museum (9625 W. Colfax Ave.) recently lit up in Lakewood and is ready for play. A walk-through museum of vintage pinball machines, see some of the rarest and unique games (antique pinball machines and vintage amusement equipment) usually only found in private collections. [Read more…] about The Pinball Museum Lights Up in Lakewood — Admission Just $2

9 Theatres Where You Can See Professional Shows On The Cheap

Story by Priscilla Blossom. Plays, musicals, or one-acts — there’s nothing quite like seeing a live production. But how does one go about doing this while sticking to a budget? After all, a night at the theatre can often prove to be pricier than simply going to the movies. Luckily, we have a wide variety of performance spaces from which to choose in Denver. [Read more…] about 9 Theatres Where You Can See Professional Shows On The Cheap

8 Cheap Happy Hours For People With Expensive Taste

Story by Michelle Jackson. It’s crazy how many free and cheap things there are in Denver to enjoy and even though housing is expensive here, I’ve been able to live the same quality of life while spending a lot less on all of the activities that matter to me. One of the areas that I spent a lot of time focusing on was how to enjoy all of the amazing new restaurants in town, socialize, and have fun without going broke. Don’t think it’s possible? It totally is!

Here are three strategies that I use to enjoy happy hours in Denver without going broke and some of the happy hours that I recommend checking out. [Read more…] about 8 Cheap Happy Hours For People With Expensive Taste

21 Great Deals for Upcoming Entertainment in Denver

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It’s a new year and the calendar is starting to fill with plays, concerts, festivals and special events. There are deals to be had, as much as 50% off, and we’ve found them. Some of the newest offerings include discounted admission to the Denver Travel & Adventure Show (where you’ll find tons of travel deals) featuring the always popular Rick Steves, Lady Antebellum in concert and some St. Paddy’s Day bar crawls.

You can find real savings by buying through services such as Goldstar and Groupon. A few shows and special events happening late this spring or summer have early-bird discounts.

Here are some ticket deals I’ve uncovered to concerts, plays, festivals and more. [Read more…] about 21 Great Deals for Upcoming Entertainment in Denver

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Offers Alamo Season Pass For $19.99

It seems every movie theater chain is following the hype MoviePass started — the opportunity to see unlimited movies for one low monthly price. (Unfortunately, MoviePass couldn’t keep up with the demand.) The newest addition to the trend comes from the ever-popular Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. The chain just announced its Alamo Season Pass is now available for the Denver metro area. [Read more…] about Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Offers Alamo Season Pass For $19.99

Free Kids Crafts Every Saturday at Lakeshore Learning

Every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Lakeshore Learning Store offers FREE craft activities for kids (3 and older.) If you’ve never checked one out, Lakeshore is chock-a-block overflowing with games, arts & crafts, puzzles, blocks, educational software and more, all designed to teach kids, without them knowing they are boosting their brainpower.

The upcoming schedule promises lots of hands-on fun. Here’s the line-up: [Read more…] about Free Kids Crafts Every Saturday at Lakeshore Learning

GODIVA Rewards Club: Free Chocolate Every Month

If you’re a chocolate connoisseur (or, at least, chocolate lover and who isn’t?), you’re aware that GODIVA chocolates are some of the finest. (Each piece is just so beautiful and perfect.) To get their fix, chocolate lovers can join GODIVA Rewards Club for lots of sweet offers.

Chocolate lovers receive a FREE piece of chocolate every month at one of its boutiques, FREE standard shipping for one online order, a special birthday offer and exclusive offers every month. The complimentary monthly chocolate requires a $10 purchase every 12 months. Membership is FREE. You can sign-up online or at one of two local GODIVA Boutiques — Cherry Creek Shopping Center or Park Meadows Mall.

No More Free Parking at Cherry Creek Shopping Center

The Cherry Creek Shopping Center is ending it’s “first hour of parking is free” deal starting Tuesday, January 21. So no more park and dash for customers who have just a quick errand. Going forward, the shopping center will charge $2 for parking up to two hours, and another $2 for each additional hour, according to new signage. [Read more…] about No More Free Parking at Cherry Creek Shopping Center

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