The Denver Traveler

A part of my birthday celebration was spent at El Padrino. I love this place! It is crazy and fantastic in its craziness. Nothing matches, the Cantina swells in volume as the night goes on, there is always Latino flavored entertainment (sometimes boxing or soccer, sometimes musical shows)- and yet, I feel at home.
The menu is extensive: A platter of prepared meats for $63.00, and by the looks of the platter that is a bargain- on down to Combination plates for $6.95, and a la carte items for even less. I am quite fond of the Chili Rellenos, while Alicia …read more

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Upon my arrival in Colorado, one of the first things I noticed about my new home state was how outdoorsy it was. Everyone was biking everywhere, there were a ton of people walking down the street, and there was no shortage of outdoors shops everywhere I looked.
One afternoon we were driving down Broadway and I had to ask Shawn Marie why there were people carrying skis, snowboards, and in one case a full on canoe, down the streets of Denver. She looked around, then said, “Oh yeah! It’s Sniagrab time!” That’s “bargains” spelled backwards, and it’s a huge sale …read more

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Here’s what’s happening in the Mile High over the weekend! Not only are the forecasters predicting snow, but a rockin’ good time throughout the Denver area! Check it out!
Skyline Park Ice Sculpting
10:30 am- 1:00 pm Friday through Sunday at Skyline Park
Cleo Parker Robinson Dance presents Granny Dances to a Holiday Drum
7:30 pm Friday at the Newman Center for the Performing Arts
Too Hot to Handel Colorado Symphony Orchestra
7:30pm Friday and Saturday at the Boettcher Concert Hall
I Know What You Did Last Christmas- sketch comedy & songs
8:00 pm Friday and Saturday at the Bovine Metropolis Theater
A Colorado en una Noche de …read more

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Not only does Denver have a professional football team, a professional baseball team, a professional hockey team, a professional lacrosse team, and a score of not-so-professional teams, but we also have a pro basketball team! I’m talking about the Denver Nuggets! Their home turf is the Pepsi Center, which is conveniently located to many hotels and transportation for the basketball fans from out of state.
The Nuggets suffered a loss over the weekend, losing to the Portland Trail Blazers. However, the team is having a great season so far, with 20 wins chalked up. The next home game is Thursday, December …read more

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On Saturday the 53rd Denver Bird Count took place- that’s right we counted up our birds for The National Audubon Society.
Disney’s Princess’ left town Sunday after their two week stint at The Denver Coliseum, hopefully many wishes were granted while they were here.
Office parties were in full swing over the weekend- therefore DUI enforcements were- well, in…force.
Sadly, The Broncos are officially out of the playoffs after the Houston Texans bested them 31 to 13 last Thursday.
The Colorado Avalanche- The Avs- made their annual trip to Children’s Hospital on Sunday to share some smiles and cheer.
Snow actually took a break this …read more

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The Denver Traveler introduces the Monday Mix n’ Mash where we give
you updates from the weekend and a glimpse into life in Denver.
Candy Canes on Ice- A perfect freezing temperature helped bid farewell to The Candy Cane Festival for one more year..
Broncos played Kansas City and defeated them 41 to 7.
Snow came to town and just kept coming.
Colorado Symphony performed Tchaikovsky.
Disney on Ice kicked off their week long Princess Wishes stint here in Denver.
The Avs faced the St. Louis Blues and showed the ‘Can’ a victory of 9 to 5.
Dane Cook cooked up two shows in a row at The …read more

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Since 2004, the Rocky Mountain Roller Girls have been kicking butt and taking names on the roller derby circuit. Made up of two home teams (The Red Ridin Hoods and the Sugar Kill Gang) and two traveling teams (5280 Fight Club and The Contenders) the Rocky Mountain Roller Girls are all girl skaters who completely own and operate their own league. They are members of the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association, and are very active in the community, often donating their time and energy to local charities and events.

Check them out on December 1st as they take on …read more

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Not only does Denver boast a professional football team, but we also have a professional hockey team!
The Colorado Avalanche- or the Avs, as the locals call them – arrived in Denver in 1995, relocating from Quebec City. They have a strong fan following, and are currently celebrating their 500th regular season win since coming to Denver. The Avs are very involved in the community, helping collect toys for the Toys for Tots program in a partnership with the United States Marine Corps. People are invited to bring a new, unwrapped toy to the home game against the San Jose …read more

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You don’t have to be in Denver very long before you notice a lot of people walking around, dressed in orange and blue. It doesn’t even have to be Sunday (or Monday) for the fans of the Denver Broncos to wear the colors of their team.
The Broncos, in case you weren’t aware, are a professional football team, aligned in the AFC. Currently they are celebrating their latest win over the Tennessee Titans on Monday night. They have two more home games on the schedule, so get out there soon to pick up tickets before they’re gone!The Broncos …read more

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