With restrictions loosening, bars and music venues are beginning to open up more. The Hazel Miller Band (above) played at Monkey Barrel in Sunnyside on March 6. Dancing was still prohibited and attendees were required to keep a distance from the stage. Groups were seated at individual tables and masks were still required when not eating or drinking, but as numerous attendees … [Read more...] about “Almost Feels Normal:” Live Music is Back in North Denver
Archives for March 2021
North Denver Artist Opens Exhibit Space in LoHi
Artists Michael Dowling and Brett Matarazzo attended the same Denver high school back in the day, but they weren’t friends until 3 years ago when mutual friends suggested they meet “because they were both artists.” A partnership was born and like any successful collaboration, Dowling and Matarazzo bring different skills to the table. Their most recent project being … [Read more...] about North Denver Artist Opens Exhibit Space in LoHi
Changes abound for North Denver’s Dangerous and Busy Street
Federal Boulevard cuts right through the heart of North Denver. What started as a dirt road known as Highland Avenue and later Boulevard F, now moves 30,000-40,000 vehicles per day and the Route 31 RTD bus on the street has the fourth highest ridership in the system. 26% of Denver’s population lives in the neighborhoods surrounding the street. Bus Rapid … [Read more...] about Changes abound for North Denver’s Dangerous and Busy Street
Northside Writers Reflect on Neighborhood: It’s Complicated
The Denver North Star recently visited with a handful of writers who call North Denver home. We set out to explore how the neighborhood influences them and their writing. If it’s true that artists reflect our world back to us, then we’ve struck the jackpot with an abundance of perspectives, characters, and themes to take in. From newer arrivals to writers who have lived here … [Read more...] about Northside Writers Reflect on Neighborhood: It’s Complicated
Iconic Lumber Baron Inn Back Open for Business
Looking for a romantic private dinner out? How about brunch? High Tea? Have out of town guests who want to stay somewhere nicer than your futon or want a staycation for yourself? Maybe you got engaged during lockdown and are looking for a beautiful Denver location to get married? The Lumber Baron Inn has something for you. A Brief History of the Building The Lumber … [Read more...] about Iconic Lumber Baron Inn Back Open for Business