Community, Events

Jackalope Indie Artisan Fair returns to Denver July 29th & 30th

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Highlighting Over 150 Trendsetting Artisans From The Handmade Community.

July 29th & 30th, 2017
Fair Hours: 10am – 5pm
McNichols Building, Downtown Denver
www.jackalopeartfair.com

The Jackalope Indie Artisan Fair announces the return of its summer fair, with over 150 curated booths to fill Downtown Denver’s McNichols Building.  This free and family friendly event returns to Denver from 10am to 5pm both Saturday, July 29th & Sunday, July 30th.  Jackalope offers attendees a perfect place to find a unique gift, grab a bite from a local food truck, and participate in DIY crafting workshops.   

In addition to the 150+ indie artisans that will be selling their wares, there will also be a live music on the front lawn of McNichols, as well as a full schedule of art focused workshops for attendees to take a dip into the DIY crafting world.  Artisans will be hosting creative workshops, allowing attendees to get a better idea of the craftsmanship that goes into the one-of-a-kind handmade goods and products found at the fair.  Workshops range from free to $35 and include all supplies to take home DIY creations.  There will be activities for all ages available throughout the weekend.

New to 2017, Jackalope will … Read more!

Benefits, Fashion Events around town

Urban Nights Denver: August 5th

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The Joseph Family Foundation and Tempus Jets Present
Urban Nights Denver
Bank of America Runway to Shine with Nicholas K and Salt-N-Pepa

The fifth annual Urban Nights Denver prepares to celebrate its fifth year at Mile High Station on Saturday, August 5th. The city’s largest outdoor urban fashion show and fundraiser will benefit at-risk youth with the theme: Threads of Promise.

Donna Crafton Montgomery serves as this year’s Gala Chair and is supported by co-chairs Jill Landman Alfond, Matthew Keeney and Matthew Morris.

“On any given night in Denver, more than 900 youth are homeless or on the verge of becoming homeless,” said Donna Crafton Montgomery, 2017 Urban Nights Chair. “This year, we are thrilled to add new beneficiaries that expand our reach into this vulnerable population providing a wide range of services that these kids need to obtain self-sufficiency and a safe life off the streets.”

This year’s charity partners include Urban Peak, The Danny Dietz Foundation and La Academia at The Denver Inner City Parish. All with the shared vision of providing critical services to the at-risk youth that each organization serves.

This year’s fashion show, designed and produced by Jenny Baker-Strasburg and Tobie Orr, … Read more!

Denver boutiques, Shopping

SUMMER SIDEWALK SALE IN HIGHLANDS SQUARE JULY 28 – 30, 2017

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SUMMER STYLE ABOUNDS AT THE HIGHLANDS SQUARE

Highlands Square Summer Sidewalk Sale
Friday, June 28 – Sunday, July 30, 2017
Highlands Square, 32nd Ave. and Lowell
FREE

(participating retailers are located along 32nd Ave. from Julian St. to Perry St.)

Eleven Highlands Square Boutiques Join Together for Neighborhood-wide Sidewalk Sale

DENVER – With plenty of warm-weather days ahead, the Highlands Square Summer Sidewalk Sale is the perfect time to spruce up your summer wardrobe! This incredible mid-summer event features 11 vendors offering up to 70% off clothing and accessories, and other deals. Additionally, free sips and snacks will be served in stores all weekend long.

“This year we are relaunching our Summer Sidewalk Sale and we hope to make it an annual event in the years to come,” says Angie Vossler, manager of Ruby Jane Boutique. “The Highlands Square retailers love joining together for these types of events in which the entire neighborhood and visitors can enjoy everything we have to offer.” 

FEATURING: Deals on clothing and accessories from Rustic Thread, wordshop, Dragonfly Apparel, Kismet, 32nd West, Vert Beauty, Ruby Jane Boutique, Strut, Starlet and The Perfect Petal. 

The Highlands Square Summer Sidewalk Sale will be held July 28 – … Read more!

Arts & Entertainment, Classes, Community, Designer News

Denver Design Week July 15th-21st

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Denver Design Week

After a successful first year in 2016, Denver Design Week (DDW) is back July 15-21, 2017. DDW celebrates the region’s best architecture, interiors, brands, and technology with 30 thought-provoking events over the course of seven days in the Denver metro area. From intimate panel discussions with local experts to large keynote presentations by international design leaders to guided tours and interactive workshops, DDW showcases why Denver is a hotbed of design innovation. With dozens of Denver’s top creative minds leading sessions, DDW builds an understanding of the vital role design plays in our lives and increases public awareness and appreciation of all aspects of design.

Many programs are crafted for Colorado’s creative community, but every design professional, student, and enthusiast is invited to participate. Tickets are on sale now at denverdesignweek.com. Daytime sessions are just $10; evening sessions and keynotes are $12 and the Launch Party is $15. Select evening events include bites and drinks. Monday and Wednesday daytime sessions take place at CU Denver College of Architecture and Planning, 1250 14th Street, Denver, CO 80202.

This is the initial schedule. We’ll be announcing more talks and tours soon.… Read more!

Designer Opportunities

Call out for Condom Couture Fashion Show

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CALL OUT FOR DESIGNERS

October 7, 2017 at the Boulder JCC
Condom Couture: Ignite the Runway
A Fashion Revolution

Condom Couture is a runway show featuring condom-inspired fashions created by local designers and community members. This fabulous and fun annual event creatively promotes sexual and reproductive health while raising funds for Women’s Health programs and services through the Boulder Valley Women’s Health Center. 

Interested in designing?

Fill out this form and email it to lydia@bvwhc.org.
Applications are considered on a first come, first serve basis.… Read more!

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