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May - August 2017

Lakewood’s Heritage, Culture & the Arts Magazine

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“Somniferum” by this issue’s featured artist, Gail Firmin.

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may-august Arts and Events Calendar Exhibits • Historical Luncheons • Performances • Special Events • Workshops

EXHIBITS

For display in June-August, submit photographs of local landscapes by May 26.

For display in September-November, submit photographs of local people by July 28.

For display in December-March, submit photographs of local buildings by December 8.

Contact CaiLew@Lakewood.org or 303.987.7879 for details.

LHC Visitor Center Hallway Lights, Camera, Colorado!

Buffalo Bill and the Big Screen Through August 12 “Buffalo Bill” Cody founded a Wild West show that performed throughout Colorado, the United States and Europe until 1913. The new technology of motion picture cameras captured the drama of this time period and influenced a whole new movie genre: The Western. Reflect on the 100th anniversary of Buffalo Bill’s death with a display of authentic Western movie posters and artwork and talk about diversity in the West and history of the “horsecapades” of Jefferson County’s Westernaires drill team.

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Age Out Loud: Art from Clements Community Center Students May 1-31 Corner Gallery Artists’ Choice Juried Exhibition Lakewood Arts Council May 13-July 7 FREE Artist Reception: 5-7 p.m., Thursday, May 18 The Artists’ Choice exhibit, sponsored by the Lakewood Arts Council, is an annual juried show of artwork

by Colorado artists that covers a wide range of media and styles. This year’s juror is acclaimed artist Diane Fechenbach, whose passion is dramatic light and shadow and clean, saturated color.

Mezzanine Gallery The Art of Drawing: Lakewood Cultural Center Student Work June 1-30 Corner Gallery Presence/Absence – a Juried Sculpture Exhibit June 1-August 14 FREE Artist Reception 5-7 p.m., Thursday, June 1 Negative space takes prominence in the work of sculptors such as Louise Bourgeouis, Alexander Calder, Barbara Hepworth, Mark Di Suvero and many others. What’s not there is as important as what is. The empty parts define, add meaning and enliven the overall configuration North Gallery

The Artwork of Mark Friday and Deborah Jang June 1-August 14 FREE Artist Reception: 5-7 p.m., Thursday, June 1 In conjunction with the Presence/ Absence Exhibit, the jurors present their unique recycled work.

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50 Photos, 50 Stories Through March 2018 Join the Lakewood Heritage Center in a photographic preview of 50th anniversary stories about Lakewood, Bancroft, Bear Creek and more. The story will change four times during the year. Add your own narrative to the mix by submitting your photographs for display or sale.

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Photography: Students of Dave Barry July 1-31 Corner Gallery Who Knew! Lakewood Employee Art July 13-August 18 FREE Artist Reception: Noon-1 p.m., Thursday, July 13 Who knew there was so much talent behind that uniform or that person driving the plow? Join us as we celebrate the artwork and talents of employees of the City of Lakewood.

As a special treat, join us on Civic Center Plaza for an employee musical showcase during the artist reception.

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Art from Lakewood Summer Camps August 1-31 Corner Gallery Portraits of Lakewood Opens September 7 Do you know someone who is important to the community of Lakewood? A friend, a teacher, your 5-year-old kid, a family member who has passed away? Join the Heritage Center in celebrating these people!

Submit a photograph and loan us an object that tells their story. Contact Cailew@Lakewood.org or 303.987.7879.

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PERFORMANCES

Single tickets for fall programs on sale 10 a.m., August 1 at Lakewood.org/Tickets

Las Cafeteras 7:30 p.m., Friday, May 5 Lakewood Cultural Center A remix of traditional Son Jarocho sounds, Las Cafeteras adds AfroCaribbean marimbol and cajón, poetry in English and Spanglish, and instruments like jarana, requinto, a donkey jawbone and a wooden platform called the Tarima into one energetic, fun and uplifting performance! The floor will be open for dancing!

Tickets start at $20.

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Ode to Joy Boulder Chamber Orchestra 7:30 p.m., Saturday, May 6 Lakewood Cultural Center Join us for Beethoven and the season finale!

Tickets are $35.

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5th Anniversary Concert Adeleen’s World of Dance 3 p.m., Sunday, May 7 Lakewood Cultural Center Presenting a huge show of ballet, character and national dances of the world, this group shows you how multifaceted and beautiful the world of dancing is. The dancer’s creativity will stay within your soul. Come and celebrate this anniversary with us!

Tickets are $25.

AWDance.com Ukulele Around the World Rocky Mountain Ukulele Orchestra 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 9 Lakewood Cultural Center We still don’t understand why people on the bottom side of the globe don’t fall off, but we do know they’re playing ukulele there just like us. Grab your uke and a friend and join us for a night of song and silliness and help us celebrate music from around the world.

Tickets start at $10.

UkuleleOrchestra.org Unbounded: A Selection of Classical and Contemporary Works Classical Ballet of Colorado 2 & 7 p.m., Saturday, May 13 Lakewood Cultural Center Excerpts from a variety of Classical and Romantic era ballets performed

by CBC’s most advanced students and professional guest artists. The matinee includes choreography of the CBC faculty in the variety of dance styles performed by CBC students of all levels.

Tickets are $28.

ClassicalBalletofColorado.com Spring Showcase Denver Ballet Theatre 7 p.m., Thursday, May 18 Lakewood Cultural Center Denver Ballet Theatre is one of the region’s premiere Vaganova-based pre-professional ballet programs. DBT’s Spring Showcase will feature a class concert of classical ballet and character, plus tap and other choreography from the classical repertoire.

Tickets are $20.

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Utsav IX: A Celebration!

Mudra Dance Studio 12:30 & 4:30 p.m., Sunday, May 21 Lakewood Cultural Center This is Mudra Dance Studio’s ninth annual recital and 22nd original production. A beautiful blend of Mudra’s students rejoicing and celebrating their learning over the past year and sharing that happiness through dance, music and audio visual magic on stage!

Tickets are $25.

MudraDanceStudio.org Holst’s “The Planets” Lakewood Symphony 7:30 p.m., Thursday, June 1 Lakewood Cultural Center The season finishes with Holst’s “The Planets.” Holst’s amazing work sets the “music of the spheres” against the universe in a night of epic proportions.

We will also present our 2017 Young Artist Competition winner.

Tickets start at $10.

LakewoodSymphony.org Ancient Shadows Zikr Dance Ensemble 7:30 p.m., Saturday, June 3 2 p.m., Sunday, June 4 Lakewood Cultural Center Zikr Dance Ensemble presents the world premiere of “Ancient Shadows,” a mesmerizing exploration into the spiritual ancestry and mythology of the indigenous peoples of Central and South America.

Tickets start at $18.

ZikrDance.com “The Wedding Singer” Performance Now Theatre Company 7:30 p.m., Fridays & Saturdays, June 9-10, 16-17, 23-24 2 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25 Lakewood Cultural Center Enjoy the story of a 1985 brokenhearted wedding singer who finally meets the love of his life although she is betrothed to another. Unless he can pull off the performance of a decade, the girl of his dreams will be gone forever.

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John Ledwon – Disney Organist Rocky Mountain Chapter American Theatre Organ Society 2 p.m., Sunday, July 16 Lakewood Cultural Center John Ledwon, organist at Disney’s El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, plays the Lakewood Cultural Center’s 4-manual theatre organ. The program will include family-friendly popular music and accompaniment to Disney’s 1928 first Mickey Mouse cartoon, which was a silent film intended to be accompanied by live music.

Tickets are $15.

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Philip Roger Roy & Dana Matthow Present 7:30 p.m., Wednesdays-Saturdays, August 2-5, 9-12, 16-19 2 p.m., Thursdays, Saturdays & Sundays, August 3, 5-6, 10, 12-13, 17, 19-20 Lakewood Cultural Center Steve Solomon’s hit New York comedy is one part lasagna, one part kreplach and two parts Prozac. You don’t have to be Jewish or Italian to love this show.

All you need is to know what it feels like to leave a family dinner with heartburn and a headache!

Tickets start at $40.

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Rockin’ Block Party

FREE Rockin’ Block Party 5-11 p.m., Saturday, June 10 Lakewood Heritage Center Join us at the Lakewood Heritage Center for an evening full of FREE live music from Hey Lady (a tribute to the B-52s), children’s games, vintage automobiles, museum tours, food trucks and drinks, followed by a screening of the film “Labryinth” under the stars. Don’t miss the Beer Garden, presented by Foothills Credit Union, featuring Lakewood-brewed craft beer, pretzels, lawn games and more.

Lakewood.org/RockinBlock 2017 Sounds Exciting! Summer Concert Series Wednesdays, June 21-July 26 Lakewood Heritage Center See p. 15 for lineup and ticket info!

Performance Now Theatre Company Title to be Announced 7:30 p.m., Fridays & Saturdays, September 8-9, 15-16, 22-23 2 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays, 9-10, 16-17, 23-24 Lakewood Cultural Center Single tickets on sale August 1 PerformanceNow.org The Cody Magic Returns!

Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice 7:30 p.m., Saturday, September 30 3 p.m., Sunday, October 1 Lakewood Cultural Center CodyRaySlaughter.com MountEvans.org Tickets on sale 10 a.m., Monday, May 15

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Summer Concerts

German Fest Presented by German Fest Denver Friday-Sunday, July 21-23 Lakewood Heritage Center German Fest welcomes everyone, throughout the Denver area and Colorado to experience German culture and celebrate cultural diversity. Festivals of music, dance and celebrations of traditions help to

preserve and keep awareness of the beautiful variety of German, European and international culture in Colorado.

Tickets $7/adults, $2/youth 3-9.

GermanFestDenver.com FREE Car 25 Open House 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, August 5 Denver Federal Center Car No. 25 was built by Denver’s own Woeber Carriage Company and placed into service on February 17, 1911.

Car No. 25 was one of seven cars that provided passenger service on the Denver & Intermountain Interurban’s 13-mile Denver-Lakewood-Golden line from 1911 to 1950. Come see the beautifully restored car in person during this annual FREE open house.

Lakewood.org/HistoricTransit FREE Colorado Honor Band Concert 6-7:30 p.m., Sunday, August 13 Lakewood Heritage Center Colorado Honor Band Association is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that provides high quality music education for students in the greater Denvermetropolitan area. Join us for our annual summer concert at the BonfilsStanton Foundation Amphitheater.

Guided Musuem Tours Explore Lakewood’s past with an hour-long guided tour. Stroll through historic Belmar Park, once home to The Denver Post heiress May Bonfils Stanton, as you learn about life in early Lakewood. An experienced guide will lead you through the museum’s historic structures such as the 1930s farmhouse and 1920s Country School. Tours leave the Visitor Center at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday. Tour cost: $5/adults, $4/seniors 65+, $3/youth 3-12.

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DROP-IN CLASSES

Not ready to commit? These classes don’t require preregistration!

FREE Kids Storytime Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m.

Lakewood Heritage Center Enjoy a different group of stories each week, followed by a craft or activity!

Activities are best suited for ages 0-5.

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Free! Sponsored by the Belmar Library and the Institute for Indigenous Resource Management.

Lakewood.org/LHCPrograms FREE Community Art Day 10 a.m.-Noon, Thursdays, June 29 & July 20 Lakewood Cultural Center LCC invites families to learn and play together at these free community art days. Different projects are offered each month in a variety of media. Adults must accompany children under 10.

Rug Hooking Noon-4 p.m., Third Saturday monthly Lakewood Heritage Center This class is designed for intermediate and advanced rug hookers. No supplies are provided and bring your lunch.

Advice and friendship are available to everyone! $3 fee, ages 18 and up.

WORKSHOPS

Lakewood.org/Workshops Beading on Leather Activity # 176901-10 and 176901-11 1-4 p.m., Saturday, May 6 or Wednesday, May 10 Lakewood Heritage Center The project for this class is to make a small pouch out of soft leather and add beads for decoration. Students will learn a couple different techniques for decorating their bags including making fringe out of beads. $35, ages 8 and up.

Learn to Compost!

Activity # 176901-12 and 176901-13 9-11 a.m., Tuesday, May 20 or 6-8 p.m., Thursday, May 22 Lakewood Heritage Center Compost is a nutrient-rich soil addition that is great for your plants, lawn and garden. Learn how easy it is to make your own compost in your backyard from food scraps and yard waste. This class gives participants hands-on experience in constructing, watering and turning a compost pile. Classes are at the Sustainability Garden, located behind the Visitor’s Center. Bring gloves, and wear clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting dirty. $10, ages 7 and up.

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21st Century Vocals Activity # 274105-01 Joseph Riedel 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesdays & Thursdays, May 30-June 8 Lakewood Cultural Center Come sing, meet other musicians, and test your pitch and ear. Practice vocal control by harmonizing, improvising and performing. Beginning singing experience required. Ages 11-17. $95 Early registration; $100 Regular price Songwriting and Composing Activity # 274104-01 Joseph Riedel 9 a.m.-Noon, Monday, Wednesday & Friday, May 31-June 9 Lakewood Cultural Center Bring an instrument or just your voice to practice songwriting through writing activities, exercises, workshops, and games. No music or songwriting experience needed. Ages 11-17. $135 Early registration; $140 Regular price Kumihimo Braid Making Activity # 277312-01 Judie Dickinson 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, June 3 Washington Heights Arts Center Learn the braid making technique to create intricate woven decorative cords. $33 Early registration; $38 Regular FREE Try-It Camp 1-3 p.m., Tuesday, June 6 Lakewood Cultural Center Our annual Summer Camp Open House! At this free and kid-friendly event, pick up camp information, participate in some improvisational theater games and create simple crafts that reflect subjects from our themebased art camps. Ages 5-14.

Ply-Split Braiding Activity # 277326-01 Judie Dickinson 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, June 10 Washington Heights Art Center Learn the basics of Ply-Split Braiding.

Students use pearl cotton to make a key fob in this introductory workshop. $45 Regular price

Beginning Papermaking Activity # 270519-01 Anne Van Leeuwen 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturdays, June 10 & 17 Washington Heights Art Center This short workshop will teach you to make sheets of paper using a blender and materials that you have at home.

Great introduction giving you the skills to make cards for holidays, notes, etc. $37 Early registration; $42 Regular price Beginning Acrylic Painting Activity # 270233-01 Judith Scott 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, June 17 Lakewood Cultural Center If you want to find out if acrylic is for you, then join us for this fun class that will introduce you to everything you need to know. All materials are provided. $38 Regular price Mesa Verde Pottery Activity # 271004-01 Christine O’Dea 1-3 p.m., Monday, June 26 Washington Height Art Center Young artists will learn how to build and decorate pottery like the Mesa Verde Indians of Southwest Colorado and learn about the Mesa Verde Indian culture. $20 Regular price Mesa Verde Pottery Activity # 271004-02 Christine O’Dea 1-3 p.m., Monday, July 17 Washington Height Art Center Young artists will learn how to build and decorate pottery like the Mesa Verde Indians of Southwest Colorado and learn about the Mesa Verde Indian culture. $20 Regular price Leather Wrap & Cuff Bracelet Activity # 270718-01 Judy McCann 6:30-9:30 p.m., Tuesdays, July 18 & 25 Washington Heights Art Center Learn this beaded bracelet technique made popular by Chan Luu of Sundance Catalog in this two-week workshop. $52 Early registration; $57 Regular price May - August 2017 | BRAVO LAKEWOOD 11

Tea and Etiquette Activity # 277711 10 a.m.-noon, June 24, July 29 or August 26 Lakewood Heritage Center From The Titanic to today – manners matter. This kid-specific mini tea party includes simple and fun hands-on activities that teach proper etiquette and manners. Ever wonder about how to use all those forks and spoons, and where to put your napkin? Then this is the party for you! Boys and girls will both love the interactive workshop while learning some everyday etiquette that never goes out of style.

Please call 303-987-7850 if you have any dietary restrictions. $40, ages 5-12.

Soapmaking Activity # 276701-01 3-5 p.m., Saturday, August 5 Lakewood Heritage Center Have you ever wondered how to make soap at home? Explore supplies, different techniques and fun recipes in this class. You will be able to take

several pieces of handmade soap home with you! $40, ages 16 and up.

Clay Whistle and Wheel Camp Activity # 274405-01 Christine O’Dea 9 a.m.-noon, Monday, August 7 Washington Heights Art Center Experiment with both hand-building and wheel throwing in this one day class. $25 Regular price Very Basic Bookbinding Activity # 270520-01 Anne Van Leeuwen 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturdays, August 12 & 19 Washington Heights Art Center Learn a few simple methods for book binding, make paper to make “booklets” and learn methods that can be used for your own purposes after attending this short workshop. $55 Early registration price; $60 Regular

Making Big Sheets or Paper Activity # 270521-01 Anne Van Leeuwen 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Monday, Wednesday & Friday, August 21, 23 & 25 Washington Heights Art Center Using a “pulp sprayer,” students will prepare large molds for paper, choose colors to pigment the fibers and use stencils for design work. $85 Early registration; $90 Regular price Bean & Straw Cast Silver Jewelry Activity # 270719-01 Judy McCann 6:30-9:30 p.m., Tuesdays, August 22 & 29 Washington Heights Art Center This two-week workshop is for experienced silversmithing students.

Turn your scrap silver into fun sculptural jewelry. We will experiment with this exciting casting technique creating multiple pieces. $52 Early registration; $57 Regular price

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Historical Luncheons Lakewood.org/Luncheons Enjoy lunch at the Lakewood Heritage Center Schoolhouse with delicious food, and a guest speaker. $20 for lecture and lunch, $12 lecture only. Lunch begins at noon, lecture at 1 p.m.

Hedy Lamarr: Stand Still & Look Stupid Activity # 476112 Noon-3 p.m., Tuesday, June 13 Lakewood Heritage Center Starring Alison Vance; directed by Ren Manley; and written by Mike Broemmel, with Cathy Washburn and Seth Holley.

Few people know the whole story when it comes to screen icon Hedy Lamarr.

Actress and pin-up girl in Hollywood, Lamarr was known as “the most beautiful girl in the world.” But she was also a brilliant inventor who conceived the technology that laid tgroundwork for GPS, WiFi, TV remote controls and much more. This play received the unique clearance of the Estate of Hedy Lamarr and her children to bring this

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amazing story to the stage.

Indigenous Representation in Hollywood Activity # 476112 Lakewood Heritage Center Noon-2 p.m., Tuesday, August 15 The Lakewood Heritage Center and the International Institute for Indigenous Resource Management partner for a presentation that speaks to diversity and unique perspectives. Film that is written, made and directed by indigenous peoples is an expressive medium to communicate messages about who indigenous people were, who they are and who they are striving to become.

Buffalo Bill Experience Activity # 476112 Lakewood Heritage Center Noon-2 p.m., Tuesday, October 17 Presented by Jeff Norman. In his nationally acclaimed living history presentation, Colorado-based author of “Re-enacting!” and Buffalo Bill reenactor and impersonator “Gunny” Jeff Norman

guides audiences down the untamed frontier trail that was Buffalo Bill Cody’s life in a costumed one-man play that’s as entertaining as it is informative.

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The Burroughs Opener: Delta Sonics

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FREE Community Coloring Table Open Hours Color to your heart’s content. Drop in to the library June 1-11 to color at one of our tabletop coloring stations to celebrate Lakewood’s Inspire Arts Week. Beat the stress, have some fun, and harness your creative spirit. All ages welcome.

Belmar Library | 555 S. Allison Pkwy. | JeffcoLibrary.org FREE Piano Music Mix by Bruce Phillips, sponsored by Rockley Music 5-7 p.m.

Rockley Music presents an evening of music at LCC during the Presence/ Absence exhibit opening.

Lakewood Cultural Center | 470 S. Allison Pkwy. | 303-987-7845 RockleyMusic.com FREE Opening: Presence/Absence – a Juried Sculpture Exhibit 5-7 p.m.

Negative space takes prominence in the work of sculptors such as Louise Bourgeouis, Alexander Calder, Barbara Hepworth, Mark Di Suvero, and many others. What’s not there is as important as what is. This exhibit focuses on the compelling and successful use of space within the entirety of a sculptural form.

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collaging or jewelry making supplies to create with other artists. Also view the art of Lisa Luree and Zachary Reece June 1-11.

Valkarie Gallery | 445 S. Saulsbury St. | ValkarieFineArt.com FREE Zikr Dance Ensemble “Ancient Shadows” Preview 6:30-7 p.m.

Enjoy a preview of Zikr Dance Ensemble’s world premiere “Ancient Shadows.”

Lakewood Cultural Center | 470 S. Allison Pkwy. | 303-987-7845 ZikrDance.com Lakewood Symphony presents Holst’s “The Planets” 7:30 p.m.

See p. 8 for details.

Tickets start at $10.

Lakewood.org/Tickets Lakewood Cultural Center | 470 S. Allison Pkwy. | 303-987-7845 LakewoodSymphony.org FREE West Alameda Sculpture Treasure Hunt!

Explore treasure map and list June 1-8, then turn in map and list from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, June 8.

Visit and learn about the sculptures installed by the Alameda Corridor Business Improvement District.

Download the sculpture treasure map and list at LakewoodCOusa.com or pick up copies at Lakewood Cultural Center. Use the map and clues to find each sculpture then answer a question about it. Bring your map and list to the Alameda Gateway Office on Thursday, June 8 from 5-7 p.m. to receive a prize for participating

and learn more about our public art programs.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 2

FREE Reception: Mountainside Art Guild 5-8 p.m.

A Colorado artists show by the Mountainside Art Guild is presented by the Lakewood Arts Council. The exhibit features a variety of visual arts.

Music, a demo and refreshments will be part of the reception. The exhibit closes June 30. Open 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Wednesday-Sunday.

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FREE 40 West Arts District Art Walk 5-8 p.m.

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The fall issue of Bravo Lakewood will highlight all the news and events of Lakewood’s Heritage, Culture and the Arts from September through December.

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of amazing artwork to view and purchase, beer & wine, light bites and much more! Our June art walk is all about kids & families, so join us for interactive art-making and collaborative art experiences that the whole family can enjoy!

40 West Arts District | 1560 Teller St. | 40WestArts.org FREE Opening: The Inner Child 5-8 p.m.

Innocence, creativity, awkwardness, resilience. What is the story of your inner child? Join us for an opening reception featuring artist works interpreting the period from birth through adolescence. We’ll offer free beer & wine, light bites, and lots of outstanding artwork for purchase.

40 West Arts Gallery | 1560 Teller St. | 40WestArts.org FREE Music on the Plaza 6-9 p.m.

Belmar Plaza | 433 S. Teller St.| 303742-1520 | BelmarColorado.com/ Events FREE First Friday Art Walk 6-9 p.m., Friday, June 3 Featuring eight artist-owned studio/ galleries in the heart of downtown Lakewood, showing a variety of painting, sculpture, printmaking, jewelry and photography.

Belmar Block 7 | 445 S. Saulsbury St. | Block7Arts.org

FREE First Friday Opening Reception 6-9 p.m.

Opening reception for guest artist Ryan Austin Lee. Lee has been part of the Coor’s Young Guns show for the last two years. His art could 18 May - August 2017 | BRAVO LAKEWOOD

be considered folk art taken into modern society with themes of over urbanization and unusual partnerships in taking back the land.

Valkarie Gallery | 445 S. Saulsbury St. | ValkarieFineArt.com

SATURDAY, JUNE 3

FREE Sumi-e Painting Demonstration 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Brushes, ink and paper will be available for people to try and do sumi-e.Sponsored by the Colorado Sumi-e Society Red Herring Art Supply | Lamar Station Plaza | 6719 W. Colfax Ave. | 720-427-5339 FREE Art Demonstrations 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Join the artists of the Everything Gallery for demonstrations of alcohol ink, silk floral arrangements, pottery and fiber art.

Everything Gallery | Lamar Street Plaza | 6719 W. Colfax Ave. ARTline Park Art with the Mayor 10 a.m.-noon Help create a temporary art installation at Aviation Park and hear from Mayor Adam Paul about the art planned for this unique four mile route connecting three of Lakewood’s parks through art. Meet at Aviation Park, please walk or bike as street parking is limited.

40 West Arts and City of Lakewood | 5620 W. 14th Ave. | Lakewood.org/40WestArtline Zikr Dance Ensemble presents “Ancient Shadows “ 7:30 p.m.

Zikr Dance Ensemble presents the world premiere of “Ancient Shadows,” a mesmerizing exploration into the spiritual ancestry and mythology of the indigenous peoples of Central and South America.

Tickets start at $18.

Lakewood.org/Tickets Lakewood Cultural Center | 470 S. Allison Pkwy. | 303-987-7845 ZikrDance.com

FREE Sidewalk Art and Demos Noon-3 p.m.

Come and join us for a day of FREE fun! Demos will include glass mosaics, oil painting and colored pencil. Outside we will have chalk to draw your favorite designs.

Lakewood Arts Council Gallery | 6731 W. Colfax Ave. | 303-980-0625 | LakewoodArtsCouncil.org Learn to Paint Furniture 2:30-5 p.m.

This fun, hands-on beginner workshop is designed to introduce you to the basics of American Paint Company paint. We will teach you how to best utilize this unique, chemical-free clay, chalk and mineral based paint, and how to achieve three different looks using paint/finishes. A small take-home project is included with this class.

Cost is $65, please call to register.

Twigs & Twine | 445 S. Saulsbury St. #F | 303-550-7569 | TwigsAndTwineCO.com

SUNDAY JUNE 4

FREE Artists Open Studio and Demonstrations 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Join the artists at the 40 West studios as they open their studios and offer demonstrations of various art techniques.

40 West Studios | 1615 Reed St. | 40WestArts.org/40W-Studios FREE Artist in Residence Studio Tour 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

One day only. This is a rare chance to tour 20+ working artists’ private home studios not usually open to the public. Visit artists working in acyrlic, oil and watercolor, sculpture, ceramics, fused glass, mosaics, photography, and more! Pick up a map at LCC, Belmar Block 7 or 40 West Arts District.

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FREE Community Creation: Puzzle Piece Decoupage 1-4 p.m.

Come together as a community to decoupage Belmar Library’s Inspire Arts Week puzzle piece.

The completed puzzle piece will be assembled with others from the community at the Rockin’ Block Party on Saturday, June 10. All ages welcome.

Belmar Library | 555 S. Allison Pkwy. | Jeffcolibrary.org

Zikr Dance Ensemble presents “Ancient Shadows” 2 p.m.

Tickets start at $18.

Lakewood.org/Tickets Lakewood Cultural Center | 470 S. Allison Pkwy. | 303-987-7845 ZikrDance.com

MONDAY, JUNE 5

FREE Open House & Pottery Project 9 a.m.-noon Stop by to make a clay tile. Take a tour of the pottery, papermaking, weaving or jewelry studios housed in this historic building.

Washington Heights Arts Center | 6375 W. First Ave. | 303.987.5436 | Lakewood.org/WashingtonHeights

TUESDAY, JUNE 6

TUESDAY, JUNE 6

FREE Try It Art Camps!

1-3 p.m.

Lakewood Cultural Center | 470 S. Allison Pkwy. | 303.987.7845 | Lakewood.org/Camps

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7

FREE Exhibit Curator Talk 1-3 p.m.

Join Lakewood’s Arts Curator Lorene Joos in the North Gallery for a curator talk and tour of the 14th Annual Sculpture Exhibit, Presence/Absence.

Lakewood Cultural Center | 470 S. Allison Pkwy. | 303-987-7845 | Lakewood.org/Exhibits Learn to Paint Furniture 6:30-9 p.m.

This fun, hands-on beginner workshop is designed to introduce you the basics of American Paint Company paint. We will teach you how to best utilize this unique, chemical-free clay, chalk and mineral based paint, and how to achieve three different looks using paint/finishes. A small take home project is included with this class. Cost is $65.

Twigs & Twine | 445 S. Saulsbury St. #F | 303-550-7569 | TwigsAndTwineCO.com

THURSDAY, JUNE 8

FREE Valkarie Gallery Creative Night 5-9:30 p.m.

Bring your drawing, painting, collaging or jewelry making supplies and create with other artists in the studio.

Valkarie Gallery | 445 S. Saulsbury St. | ValkarieFineArt.com

FRIDAY, JUNE 9

FREE Performance Now Theatre Company presents a Sneak Behind the Curtain Opening Night Talk 5 p.m.

Lakewood Cultural Center | 470 S. Allison Pkwy. | 303-987-7845 PerformanceNow.org

Performance Now Theatre Company presents “The Wedding Singer” 7:30 p.m.

Enjoy the story of a broken-hearted wedding singer who finally meets the love of his life although she is betrothed to another. Unless he can pull off the performance of a decade, the girl of his dreams will be gone forever. Runs June 9-25. Tickets start at $20. Lakewood.org/Tickets Lakewood Cultural Center | 470 S. Allison Pkwy. | 303.987.7845 | PerformanceNow.org Edge Theatre presents “Mud Blue Sky” 8 p.m.

Air travel was once considered glamorous, but when three middleaged flight attendants reunite during a layover near O’Hare Airport, it’s enough to make anyone question a life in “the friendly skies.”

The Edge Theatre | 1560 Teller St. | 303-232-0363 | TheEdgeTheatre.com

SATURDAY, JUNE 10

All Aboard for Art: RTD Art Tour 9:55 a.m.

Explore some of Lakewood’s newest and most dynamic public art along RTD’s W Line with Kris Autobee, owner of Red Herring Art Supply.

Wear comfortable shoes for getting on and off the train and for two short walks. Tour starts at Oak Station and will stop at four stations. Cost is $12, which includes a one-day W Line Pass.

Reservations required.

Red Herring Art Supply | 6719 W. Colfax Ave. | 720-427-5339 | redherringart.com FREE Block Party Art Fair 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Invited guest artists along with Block 7 Galleries & Studios will have tents set up on the block featuring local art and fun art activities.

Belmar Block 7 | 445 S. Saulsbury St. | Block7Arts.org

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FREE Community Creation: Window Murals 1-4 p.m.

Bring your creativity and contribute to Belmar Library’s window mural to celebrate Inspire Arts Week. We’ll provide colorful window markers for you to color, draw and add your creative flair.

Belmar Library | 555 S. Allison Parkway | Jeffcolibrary.org Learn to Paint Furniture 2:30-5 p.m.

This fun, hands-on beginner workshop is designed to introduce you to the basics of American Paint Company paint. We will teach you how to best utilize this unique, chemical-free clay, chalk and mineral based paint, and how to achieve three different looks using paint/finishes. A small take home project is included with this class.

Cost $65, please call to register.

Twigs & Twine | 445 S. Saulsbury St., #F | 303-550-7569 | TwigsAndTwineCO.com

Performance Now Theatre Company presents “The Wedding Singer” 2 & 7:30 p.m.

Tickets start at $20.

Lakewood.org/Tickets Lakewood Cultural Center | 470 S. Allison Pkwy. | 303.987.7845 PerformanceNow.org

SUNDAY, JUNE 11

FREE Community Creation: Window Murals 1-4 p.m.

Belmar Library | 555 S. Allison Pkwy. | Jeffcolibrary.org

FREE Rockin’ Block Party 5-11 p.m., Saturday, June 10 See p. 14 for details!

Lakewood Heritage Center | 801 S. Yarrow St. | 303.987.7850 | Lakewood.org/RockinBlock

Performance Now Theatre Company presents “The Wedding Singer” 2 p.m.

Tickets start at $20.

Lakewood.org/Tickets Lakewood Cultural Center | 470 S. Allison Pkwy. | 303.987.7845 PerformanceNow.org

Edge Theatre presents “Mud Blue Sky” 8 p.m.

The Edge Theatre | 1560 Teller St. | 303-232-0363 | TheEdgeTheatre.com

Edge Theatre presents “Mud Blue Sky” 6 p.m.

The Edge Theatre | 1560 Teller St. | 303-232-0363 | TheEdgeTheatre.com

Lakewood.org/Inspire

See you on the Plaza!

Join us Thursdays at noon to play this summer on the Lakewood Civic Center Plaza June 1 « Live at Lunch with Bob Malone

June 8 « Art Activity - Kids Camp Sampler June 15 « Fun Lawn Games

June 22 « Live at Lunch with Lipbone Redding June 29 « Art Activity - Paper Fun

July 6 « Recreation Activity - Outdoor Zumba

July 13 « Live at Lunch with Lakewood Employees July 20 « Art Activity - Nature Fun

July 27 « Recreation Activity - Mind & Body August 3 « Live at Lunch with Avenhart

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August 10 « Smoothie Social

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Get to Know two great Summer Camp Counselors!

Sign up for a summer of creative adventure at Lakewood.org/Camps

Ingrid Pam Tell us a funny fact about yourself!

I absolutely love puns! I like to think of myself as quite punny, and I enjoy telling jokes at camp.

What’s your favorite thing about summer camp?

It is so heartwarming to see the students get excited about the things that they love! Helping them create a whole theme of projects each week is so exciting.

What’s your favorite camp activity?

My favorite part about art camps are the mini art shows at the end of each week. All students from each morning and afternoon class get the chance to exhibit their artwork at the end of camp. I get to watch as students anticipate showing their families what they have created and try on the projects that they have made!

What’s your favorite thing about summer?

My favorite part about summer is that it’s just about always warm outside! It means I get to wear my favorite sandals without my feet freezing. I get to enjoy rain instead of snow, longer days and, of course, camping with friends!

The best ice cream in Colorado is: Bonnie Brae ice cream right by my college campus! They have the most amazing mint chocolate chip, though I attempt to try a new flavor every time I go.

Tell us a funny fact about yourself!

I have a wickedly vivid imagination! On the way to an onsite photo class, we talked about wild animals we might see. Once out I was so busy taking shots of everything that I didn’t keep track of where I was going. At about sundown I realized my mistake and tried to find my way back. On the way I heard a loud thump, and my mind immediately went to mountain lions. At that point I was practically running to get back to the group. Unfortunately this amazing buck was standing before me, but I was too terrified of the mountain lion my imagination had conjured up to stop and take the picture.

What’s your favorite thing about summer camp?

I like that they are open to all with camp topics that appeal to everyone.

What’s your favorite camp activity?

I love finding ways to connect kids with the past activities such as building race cars from boxes while learning about the origins of Lakeside Amusement Park, or making applesauce as a way to preserve fruits during Colorado’s “lean” years.

What’s your favorite thing about summer?

Aside from not having to shovel snow, my favorite thing to do is to get out and capture various events of the season using my camera.

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POLLINATORS OF BELMAR 6-8 p.m., May 11 Learn about bees, butterflies and more before taking a bug walk!

BATS OF BELMAR 6-8 p.m., June 8 Join park naturalists for a 45-minute talk about bats, then take a guided walk to spot some!

BIRDING ADVENTURE 9-10:30 a.m., July 8 Join Audubon staff and volunteers on a summer bird walk.

STARS OF BELMAR 6-8 p.m., August 3 Discover constellations and other objects in the sky.

Programs are free. Register at Lakewood.org/LHCPrograms Lakewood.org/Bravo

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n i m r i F l i a G : e l i f o r Artist P Local artist Gail Firmin has a warm, welcoming nature and easy smile that is well suited to her role as a much-beloved teacher in Lakewood. Gail has been painting since childhood, growing up with two artist parents who would set up family painting sessions in front of their fireplace at home.

Despite winning an award for a still life graphite drawing she did in middle school, watercolor has always been her chosen medium, as it was the medium she learned from her parents.

Clements Community Center, teaching drawing, pen and ink and varying levels of watercolor.

In her personal time, Gail stays inspired through travel, getting outdoors as much as possible and taking photographs along the way that she brings home to turn into art. A recent trip to Oregon yielded a colored pencil piece she kept for herself -- who knows what upcoming trips to Italy, New Orleans and California could bring! In addition to her full teaching schedule, she stays busy as a member of the Ken Caryl Art Guild, Littleton Gail has stuck with watercolor all these Fine Art Guild, Lakewood Arts Council and years because it has “so much possibility Colorado Watercolor Society. She responds and helps [her] break out of [her] need for to calls for art from 40 West Arts District, perfectionism and attention to detail.” She and recently wrapped a show at Town Hall notes that watercolor has a life of its own, Arts Center in Downtown Littleton and has and you have to embrace the happy accidents. pieces in the Lakewood Arts Council Gallery It was a happy accident that she ended up so and the Depot Gallery in Littleton. If she engrained in the Lakewood arts community, had more time, Gail says she would explore as she has always made her home in Littleton. pastels, or spend more time combining Eleven years ago, she began volunteering watercolor with pen and ink. Her subject, for the Developmental Disabilities Resoure though, would not likely change -- she loves Center, teaching watercolor to adults with nature and says she could paint “leaves and disabilities. It was because of that volunteer flowers for life.” experience that Firmin was asked to teach for Lakewood’s Heritage, Culture & the Arts Curious and budding artists of all ages and Division. ability levels are encouraged to check out her classes at Lakewood.org/Classes to find out Gail maintains a full schedule bouncing why she has so many repeating students. To between Lakewood Cultural Center, see more of Gail’s work, visit GBFirmin.Wix. Washington Heights Arts Center and com.

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Lakewood Looks Back:

Lakewood Police Department

Lakewood Police Department celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2010, publishing a book filled with photos and memories from those first four decades of service. The department’s first recruit class consisted of 25 agents selected from an applicant pool that stretched from California to New York City. Lakewood’s first city hall was at 1580 Yarrow St., now home to Clements Community Center.

The newly minted public safety force wore nontraditional uniforms of blue blazers and slacks and lived by the motto Integrity, Intelligence, Initiative. The force encountered some growing pains in the early 1970s, including a muchpublicized encounter with a black bear that was loose near Kipling Street and Morrison Road.

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Lakewood

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and the animal died. It was later discovered that the bear was the former mascot of the Denver Bears baseball team and belonged to a nearby Lakewood resident. In 1972, LPD hired its first two women agents, Clarene Shelley and Sharon Hall. Lakewood was the first Jefferson County city to put women out on patrol, second in the area only to Denver. In other police departments, women held jobs with no arrest powers, such as jail matron.

From 1976-1980, the LPD “Blue Blazers” went undefeated in the Centurion Bowl, a full-pad tackle regulation football game between police departments. They faced teams from other states, such as the Ogden Police Department from Utah, as well as hometown rivalries of Arvada Police and Jefferson County Sheriffs.

The early 1980s brought with it the era of “Colfax Cruising,” where teens drove their cars up and down Colfax Avenue on Friday and Lakewood.org/Bravo

Saturday nights, leading to huge traffic jams and escalating incidents. Lakewood became the popular destination after the construction of the 16th Street Mall and a ruling by Englewood City Council prohibiting cruising. Despite many arrests and misdemeanor charges due to various incidents, “Colfax Cruisers” once helped solve a crime. One Friday night, two suspects robbed the Kentucky Fried Chicken on West Colfax Avenue and fled in their vehicle toward Denver. They didn’t get very far, however, before finding themselves completely blocked in by cruiser traffic. They were quickly apprehended and charged with the crime. In June 1984, LPD moved into its current home in the Public Safety Building at 445 South Allison Parkway, which was alone at the end of a dead-end street until the construction of Lakewood Civic Center in 2000.

Other notable events from the past 20 years include the installation of a satellite office at Villa Italia Mall, the deployment of the Bike Patrol Unit in 1993 and Good Housekeeping Magazine recognizing LPD as “setting the standard” as one of “America’s Best Suburban Police Forces.”

In 2008, LPD played a key role in providing security for the Democratic National Convention, being specially chosen for the high-profile task of providing primary security for the central core of activities happening at Pepsi Center and Invesco Field. Approximately 140 agents, supervisors, dispatchers and other personnel worked convention detail, putting in an average 80 hours a week. The department’s massive contribution to the success of the operation drew praise from the Secret Service, FBI and Denver Police Department.

Don’t miss your chance to connect with your Lakewood Police Department during National Night Out in August. Visit Lakewood.org/NNO for more information. If you are interested in purchasing one of the Police Department’s 40th Anniversary Books for $10, contact Lori Miller at LorMil@Lakewood.org or visit the 20th Century Emporium at Lakewood Heritage Center.

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Get outside, get your hands dirty and make new friends at these two great volunteer opportunities with the City of Lakewood!

Weed’em Out • 8 a.m.-noon, Saturday, May 20 Partipate in the annual Pulling for Colorado Day at Belmar Park, aimed at curbing noxious weeds in our state.

National Trails Day • 8 a.m.-noon, Saturday, June 10 If you love America’s trail and park system, this is your day to give back and say thanks! Join us for a group project at W.F. Hayden Park on Green Mountain.

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Explore Lakewood’s Arts & Cultural Facilities

LAKEWOOD CULTURAL CENTER Theater | Exhibits | Classes

LAKEWOOD CULTURAL CENTER North, Mezzanine & Corner Galleries 470 S. Allison Parkway (Alameda & Wadsworth) 303.987.7845 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday Open one hour prior to performances.

Village Roaster Coffee Cart Lakewood Cultural Center Lobby 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday + across the plaza: James J. Richey Gallery Lakewood Civic Center South 480 S. Allison Parkway 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday Facebook.com/LakewoodCulturalCenter

LAKEWOOD HERITAGE CENTER

WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ARTS CENTER

Museum Tours | Store | Exhibits | Classes

Classes | Exhibits

LAKEWOOD HERITAGE CENTER Spirit of Lakewood & Radius Galleries 801 S. Yarrow St. (Ohio & Wadsworth) 303.987.7850 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday Guided tours: 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.

Reservation required for groups of 10 or more.

WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ARTS CENTER 6375 W. First Ave. (Between Sheridan & Wadsworth) 303.987.5436 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Saturday

20th Century Emporium Inside the Visitor Center 303.987.7848 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday

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BRAVO Lakewood is the magazine of the Heritage, Culture & the Arts Division, Community Resources Department, City of Lakewood, 480 S. Allison Pkwy., Lakewood, CO 80226, distributed free of charge throughout the community. For information about advertising in future editions of this magazine, call The Publishing House: 303.428.9529. All rights reserved, including the right to reproduce in whole or in part.

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BRAVO Lakewood is funded in part by the generous support from the citizens of the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District (SCFD). Alternative formats of this publication available upon request.

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The mission of the Heritage, Culture & the Arts (HCA) Division is to enrich and inspire people through places and programs that engage, celebrate and build community through heritage, culture and the arts.

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Designer | Meghan Ruble

Sandy Birkey Art Director and Production Coordinator Wilbur E. Flachman President and Founder

Advertising and Printing | The Publishing House

Lakewood.org/Bravo

If you can imagine it, we can create your custom jewelry.

Collaborate with one of our artisans to create a one of a kind treasure for any occasion.

• Custom • Bridal • Repairs 10% off repairs with this ad Repairs in one week or less

9886 W. Belleview Ave. • Littleton, CO

303.973.9102

www.intriguejewelers.net

PIANO LESSONS FOR ADULTS Now you have time!

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CPA Bravo | Summer 2017

$5 OFF Your purchase of $30 or more

(Limit 1 coupon, $5.00 Value) Expires 8/31/2017 One coupon per customer. Coupons and offers cannot be combined. Can only be used once in a single transaction and is non-transferable. No cash value and no change will be given. Digital, copied, damaged, defaced or expired coupons won’t be accepted. Coupons are not valid on previous purchases. You are responsible for sales tax, where applicable. Coupon remains the property of Tony’s Meats & Market and is not for resale or publication.

Coupon must be submitted at the time of redemption.

CPA Bravo | Summer 2017

GET YOUR Grill ON!

SAVE $4 on purchase of

Sirloin Steak (Limit 1 coupon, Max. $4.00 Value) Expires 8/31/2017

One coupon per customer. Coupons and offers cannot be combined. Can only be used once in a single transaction and is non-transferable. No cash value and no change will be given. Digital, copied, damaged, defaced or expired coupons won’t be accepted. Coupons are not valid on previous purchases. You are responsible for sales tax, where applicable. Coupon remains the property of Tony’s Meats & Market and is not for resale or publication.

Coupon must be submitted at the time of redemption.

CPA Bravo | Spring 2017

Your source for local, grass-fed, grain finished, antibiotic, hormone, and steroid free beef!

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DRY CREEK MARKET 4991 E Dry Creek Rd., Centennial (303) 770-7024

CASTLE PINES MARKET 874 W Happy Canyon Rd., Castle Rock (303) 814-3888

DOWNTOWN MARKET 950 N Broadway, Denver (720) 880-4501

BOGO (Buy one, get one FREE)

Tony’s Veggie Grill Packs (Limit 1 Free, Max. $4.99 Value) Expires 8/31/2017 One coupon per customer. Coupons and offers cannot be combined. Can only be used once in a single transaction and is non-transferable. No cash value and no change will be given. Digital, copied, damaged, defaced or expired coupons won’t be accepted. Coupons are not valid on previous purchases. You are responsible for sales tax, where applicable. Coupon remains the property of Tony’s Meats & Market and is not for resale or publication.

Coupon must be submitted at the time of redemption.