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AUGUST 2020 PUBLISHER

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Denver, this issue is quite the treat. IN THIS ISSUE OF DOWNTOWN DENVER LIFESTYLE, WE WANT TO REMIND

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YOU WHY SUMMER IS A SEASON OF OPPORTUNITY. When’s the last time you

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played tourist in your hometown or took a scenic road trip across our beautiful state! We

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planned the ideal summer getaway—on page 16 [Local Adventures]. With so much to see and do this month, we only scratched the surface of what our

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INSIDE THE ISSUE AUGUST 2020

FEATURES 12 Summer’s Perfect Fruit Refreshing tomato recipes to enjoy on a hot summer day.

16 Local Adventures Enjoy a Weekend in Estes Park

20 Denver-Based Clean Beauty For Women of Color BlackTravelBox®

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22 The Denver Public Library “Maker Challenge” Create an innovative project, win a prize

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Culinary Creations

Travel Destination

20 Local Limelight 22 Local’s Choice 24 Parting Thoughts 26 Lifestyle Calendar

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GOOD TIMES 1.

The Denver Zoo Reopening Celebration The Denver Zoo welcomed guests back to its facilities in June and animal lovers were eager to visit the beautiful 80-acre zoological garden. The zoo has implemented many campus changes including more hand-washing and hand sanitizing stations, touchless ticketing and one-way viewing campus. For zoo hours and more information on operational changes at the zoo, visit denverzoo.org.

1. The Denver Zoo | 2. A close up view of the hippo | 3. Guests enjoy watching the elephants

DMNS and Botanic Gardens Reopening The Denver Museum of Nature & Science and the Denver Botanic Gardens celebrated the reopening of their facilities in June. Visitors wore face coverings and stayed six feet apart while enjoying the cool exhibits at the museum and beautiful flowers at the gardens. For updated hours and more information, visit dmns.org and botanicgardens.org.

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NARI WARD: WE THE PEOPLE

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CULINARY CREATIONS

REFRESHING TOMATO RECIPES TO ENJOY ON A HOT SUMMER DAY

summerâ€™s perfect fruit

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CHILLED TOMATO

VEGETABLE SOUP SUMMER IS THE PERFECT TIME TO ENJOY A REFRESHING CHILLED SOUP. Get some lycopene in your system and try this chilled tomato soup that is easy to make and store in the refrigerator 6 Servings

for a delicious meal or snack anytime of the week.

30 Min

INGREDIENTS + 6 fresh, ripe tomatoes, seeds removed, chopped + 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, finely chopped + 2 stalks celery, finely chopped + 2 cloves garlic, minced + 2 zucchini, chopped fine + 1/2 medium sweet onion, finely chopped + 3 cups tomato juice + 2-3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil + 1/4 cup sherry vinegar + 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano + 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth + Salt and Pepper to taste + A pinch of chili flakes if you like a little spice

DIRECTIONS Heat olive oil in a large soup pot. Add garlic, zucchini, and onion. Sauté for 5 minutes and set aside. Add remaining ingredients to the pot and stir thoroughly. Transfer soup to a large bowl and chill for 2-3 hours. Enjoy with garnish of choice.

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SIMPLE CUCUMBER, TOMATO AND ONION

SALAD

Hit the Farmer’s Market and pick out some fresh cucumber, tomatoes and onions for this light and refreshing salad.

INGREDIENTS + 4 cups Cherry or Grape Tomatoes halved + 2 Cucumbers, cubed + 1 large Red Onion sliced + ¼ cup Cubed Mozarella Cheese + 2 tbs Olive Oil + Salt and Pepper to Taste

DIRECTIONS Combine veggies and cheese in a large bowl. Toss the mix with olive oil, salt and pepper. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving. Serve chilled.

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TRAVEL DESTINATION

local adventures ENJOY A WEEKEND IN ESTES PARK

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estes park , colorado THERE IS NO BETTER TIME THAN NOW TO ENJOY A “STAYCATION” IN OUR BEAUTIFUL STATE. Year after year, Colorado has been hailed by residents and national organizations alike as an outdoor enthusiast’s dream! A wide array of outdoor activities are available right outside your door. One spot worth checking out during the summer months is Estes Park, a quaint little town located less than two hours outside of Denver. Located at the base of Rocky Mountain National Park, this charming mountain town was founded in 1859. Estes Park is located in Northern Colorado, around 30 minutes outside of Boulder. Tourists flock to this “mountain paradise” at all times of the year to tackle their favorite outdoor adventure or to relax and unwind. Here is a list of popular things to do: 1. Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Estes. Kayaks and paddle boats are also available to rent. There are a few boat rental sites available on the shore ready to help you with your water adventure. 2. Catch a free shuttle to Rocky Mountain National Park. Park your car for free at the Estes Park Visitor Center and take a convenient free shuttle to the park. Rocky Mountain National Park is 415 square miles of beautiful trails, mountains, and wildlife. Plan ahead if you are planning to visit this spectacular site. Park entry fees vary, visit nps.gov/romo/ for more information. 3. Take in a round of golf at either of the two golf courses in Estes Park. An 18- hole regulation course and a nine-hole course are open to the public. (winter months included) Rocky Mountain National Park

For more information on Estes Park, visit visitestespark.com. Unique Amenity: Looking to get spooked? Drop by the Stanley Hotel and take a tour of the world famous “haunted hotel” made famous by the movie “The Shining.” Spend the night in this unique hotel and enjoy the popular Night Ghost Tour. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Too scary? Try out any of the charming hotels or camp sites located in the area.

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fish in estes Enjoy some peace and quiet while fishing the rivers and lakes in and around Estes Park. Big Thompson River is a popular spot located in Rocky Mountain National Park to catch Browns, Rainbows, Brookies, and the highly sought after Greenback Cutthroat Trout. If you enjoy more solitude, try Mirror Lake in the Northern area of the park. This area is one of the least visited areas of the park and the perfect place to catch some brook trout. Before your fishing trip, remember anyone 16 and older must be licensed to fish in the state of Colorado. You can purchase a license to fish at shops in Estes Park. Make sure to have a valid US picture ID and be ready to provide your social security number when applying for a fishing license.

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

CREATE AN INNOVATIVE PROJECT, WIN A PRIZE

THE DENVER PUBLIC L I B R A RY “ M A K E R CHALLENGE” ARTICLE RICHA MITCHELL | PHOTOGRAPHY IMAGES PROVIDED BY DENVER PUBLIC LIBRARY

THE DENVER PUBLIC LIBRARY IS KEEPING KIDS

Projects that have been submitted so far include

BUSY THIS SUMMER WITH IT’S 2020 MAKER

STEM projects, 4th of July art creations, cook-

CHALLENGE. The challenge is for kids, teens

ing tutorials, and music selections created by

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winners will be chosen from each Denver library

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4TH OF JULY ART PROJECT

A DENVER 3RD GRADER MADE COOKIES FROM SCRATCH

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MEET PEPPER I AM A CHIHUAHUA TERRIER MIX WHO LOVES TO SLEEP IN THE SUN AND LOUNGE BY THE BEACH!

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aspens and evergreens and backed

FREE DAY AT DENVER ART MUSEUM

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by a soundtrack of essential John Denver songs that are punctuated experience

features

sunshine

FIESTA COLORADO DANCE COMPANY

Denver Art Museum

room, nature photographs taken by

General admission is free during Free

Denver, concert footage, and photo

Fiesta Colorado Dance Company is

Days at the DAM thanks to those who

ops with life-size John Denver cut-

the premier Hispanic Dance Company

support the Scientific and Cultural

outs. Artifacts on loan from the John

in Colorado. It has presented the high-

Facilities District (SCFD).

Denver Estate, including an all-denim

est quality performances of Mexican

Explore fun things for families (includ-

ski suit and handwritten lyric sheets,

Folkloric,

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Classical Dance shown in Colorado for

family), visit exhibitions throughout the museum, hear storytelling, and more! General admission does not include special ticketed exhibitions. More info: denverartmuseum.org

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THE ART OF THE BRICK

embody the richest artistic manifesta-

and vivacious choreography has been a demonstration of how these dances

Denver Museum of Nature & Science

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The global sensation The Art of the

NATURE CONNECTS: ART WITH LEGO BRICKS

temporary artist Nathan Sawaya has

Brick is coming to the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Renowned contaken LEGO® bricks from beloved toys

tions of culture and tradition.

11 DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS FREE DAY

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For the first time since 2015, Nature

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One of the top five botanic gardens in

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the nation, Denver Botanic Gardens,

than 15 nature-inspired creations by

and the Venus de Milo, will wow you.

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Denver Botanic Gardens

round events, Mordecai Children’s

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