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Where To Get Low-Cost Haircuts, Massages & Salon Services

You don’t have to pay big bucks to get a haircut, facial, mani-pedi or massage. Cosmetology and massage school students need real-world experience to accumulate enough hours for licensing. That’s where school salons come in. A haircut (including shampoo) and blow dry can start as low as $10.

Or how about a spa pedicure with mask and scrub for $19, hair color for $38 or a 60-minute massage for $50? At most school salons the menu of services is comprehensive and cost a fraction of the usual retail price. [Read more…] about Where To Get Low-Cost Haircuts, Massages & Salon Services

Posted by Laura on February 21, 2026 | Updated February 21, 2026 Filed Under: Hair & Beauty

Get Some Free Seeds. Grow Some Stuff. Check Out Longmont Free Seed Library

Gardening doesn’t have to be expensive thanks to the Longmont Public Library’s Free Seed Library, which returns for another growing season. The collection includes unopened, commercial seed packets no more than five years old and is available for FREE to library patrons. It offers a broad assortment of fruit, vegetable, and herb seeds, so every gardener can discover something fun to grow. [Read more…] about Get Some Free Seeds. Grow Some Stuff. Check Out Longmont Free Seed Library

Posted by Laura on February 21, 2026 | Updated February 5, 2026 Filed Under: Home & Garden

Free & Cheap Mardi Gras Celebrations In Denver, Also Where To Get King Cake

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Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, commences this year on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. But while the New Orleans holiday and the city’s famous parade prove far from Denver, the Mile High City has plenty of ways to celebrate right here.

For starters, get a king cake. Next, hit up a crawfish boil and dig in like they do in the South. Or, join one of the many fetes around the city, beads and masks encouraged. Laissez les bons temps rouler! [Read more…] about Free & Cheap Mardi Gras Celebrations In Denver, Also Where To Get King Cake

Posted by MHOTC Staff on February 16, 2026 | Updated February 16, 2026 Filed Under: Food & Drink · Things To Do

Enjoy Free Entrance to National Parks, Monuments & More Throughout 2026

NationalPark-logoOnly 124 of our National Parks charge you to get in, but the U.S. National Park Service is waiving entrance fees to all of its more than 400 parks, monuments and other sites throughout 2026. Time to enjoy the beautiful landscape of Rocky Mountain National Park, virtually in the metro Denver/Boulder area’s backyard. There’s definitely lots to explore and experience in nature! [Read more…] about Enjoy Free Entrance to National Parks, Monuments & More Throughout 2026

Posted by Laura on February 16, 2026 | Updated February 17, 2026 Filed Under: Family Activities · Mountain Resorts & Towns · Sports & Recreation

Where To Buy Handmade Chocolate In The Denver Area For Valentine’s Day

That iconic heart-shaped box of chocolates filling grocery store displays? It may have been produced last summer, as the large manufacturers prepare their candy as much as eight months in advance. Instead, why not splurge on some good local chocolate for Valentine’s Day? We’ve put together a list of artisan chocolatiers in the Denver area, with information on how to place orders. [Read more…] about Where To Buy Handmade Chocolate In The Denver Area For Valentine’s Day

Posted by Laura on February 13, 2026 | Updated February 12, 2026 Filed Under: Food & Drink

Closeout Sale Now! Eddie Bauer Expected to Close All Colorado Locations

It’s unfortunate, but the retail landscape keeps changing with yet another announcement of stores closing. This time, it’s Eddie Bauer on the chopping block. The popular outdoor clothing and gear store has announced that it will be closing all of its retail locations. However, they plan on maintaining and focusing on its online sales. [Read more…] about Closeout Sale Now! Eddie Bauer Expected to Close All Colorado Locations

Posted by Bryan on February 12, 2026 | Updated February 18, 2026 Filed Under: Shopping

Today! Voodoo Doughnut Offers Hex Your Ex Dolls for Special Price on Friday the 13th

Friday the 13th is a lucky day for fans of Voodoo Doughnut! The popular doughnut shop’s iconic Hex Your Ex doughnut is available for a special price for one day only — just in time for Valentine’s Day! The doughnut is the one that started it all for the iconic doughnut shop in Portland back in 2003. The raised yeast doughnut is filled with raspberry jelly and topped with chocolate frosting and a pretzel stake. [Read more…] about Today! Voodoo Doughnut Offers Hex Your Ex Dolls for Special Price on Friday the 13th

Posted by Bryan on February 12, 2026 | Updated February 13, 2026 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes · Food Deals

Loveland Hosts Sweetheart Festival 2026

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The nation’s Sweetheart City, Loveland, Colorado, just gets sweeter with its Sweetheart Festival. For 80 years, Loveland has embraced sweethearts near and far. The city invites families and lovers across the world to gather in Downtown Loveland on Saturday, February 14, 2026. The lovely affair runs from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. [Read more…] about Loveland Hosts Sweetheart Festival 2026

Posted by Laura on February 12, 2026 | Updated February 12, 2026 Filed Under: Things To Do

Great Deal! Bowlero: Two Hours Of Bowling & Shoe Rental – Up To 72% Off

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Bowling has gotten really expensive at some lanes. That’s why this deal caught our eye. Bowlero offers upscale bowling inside a luxury bowling alley with glow-in-the-dark lanes, a spacious sports bar, and fun arcades. Right now, you can get this amazing Groupon deal: Two hours of bowling and shoe rentals for two, four or six people. And, you save from 65% to 73% off. [Read more…] about Great Deal! Bowlero: Two Hours Of Bowling & Shoe Rental – Up To 72% Off

Posted by Laura on February 7, 2026 | Updated February 6, 2026 Filed Under: Family Activities · Kids Fun · Sports & Recreation · Things To Do

Used Bookstore Benefits Jeffco Libraries & Saves You Big Bucks

If you love buying books, but don’t like the price, check out Whale’s Tale Books & Gifts, a used bookstore operated by Jefferson County Library Foundation. The store sells gently-used books, CDs, DVDs, audio books and vintage vinyl records…all at big discounts. Many times, shoppers will walk away with an entire bag of books for less than $10. [Read more…] about Used Bookstore Benefits Jeffco Libraries & Saves You Big Bucks

Posted by Laura on February 7, 2026 | Updated February 5, 2026 Filed Under: Shopping

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