> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://jeffcocrew.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Jeffco Crew #009 - Mardi Gras, Red Rocks & Pint Day - URL: https://jeffcocrew.com/009-mardi-gras-red-rocks-pint-day/ - Published: 2025-03-04T16:24:00.000Z - Updated: 2025-03-11T17:25:17.000Z - Author: Derek ![](https://jeffcocrew.com/content/images/2025/03/Screenshot-2025-03-04-at-10.27.47-AM.png) Not even sure what to say about this. Welcome to the 9th edition of Jeffco Crew - it's crazy it's been just *two* months! This community's growing by hundreds a week, and this edition includes some killer deals for all of you, starting with... [![](https://jeffcocrew.com/content/images/2025/03/ad_14ersummitlog-2.png)](https://14ersummitlog.com/discount/JEFFCOCREW?ref=jeffcocrew.com) ****πŸ’š Exclusive Deal!** The [****14er Summit Log**](https://14ersummitlog.com/discount/JEFFCOCREW?ref=jeffcocrew.com) is designed & made by Greg & Keely in Evergreen. As they began knocking peaks off their list, they sought a way to commemorate each hike. The idea for the [14er Summit Log](https://14ersummitlog.com/discount/JEFFCOCREW?ref=jeffcocrew.com) was born - the ****perfect gift** for any hiker or nature-loving Coloradan. They reached out to generously offer you guys πŸ”₯ 25% off before March 15th - use code ****JEFFCOCREW** or [click this link to have the discount applied](https://14ersummitlog.com/discount/JEFFCOCREW?ref=jeffcocrew.com). *πŸ”” Interested in offering thousands of local residents a good deal?* [*Get in touch!*](https://tally.so/r/mYpYZ6?ref=jeffcocrew.com) --- ## 🏑 Looky Loo Per member requests, I'm bringing back the thing where I poke around our local real estate market to highlight fun finds - great deals, astronomical mansions or killer mountain cabins. This week, check out this $850k [3BD 2BA Scenic Heights home in Arvada](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/8258-W-66th-Dr%5FArvada%5FCO%5F80004%5FM98119-18842?cid=soc%5Fshares%5Ffs%5Fldp&ref=jeffcocrew.com), with spectacular views and some fantastic bones for a family looking to put in a little elbow grease. Super classic, timeless lines and built-ins everywhere, very 1950's vibes going on. It's definitely lived-in, but a little polish could go a long way! [![](https://jeffcocrew.com/content/images/2025/03/Screenshot-2025-03-04-at-10.32.21-AM.png)](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/8258-W-66th-Dr%5FArvada%5FCO%5F80004%5FM98119-18842?cid=soc%5Fshares%5Ffs%5Fldp&ref=jeffcocrew.com) ## 🧠 Tips from ya'll Last week I asked what your favorite specialty grocers in the area are, and again you all came through bigtime. Sam suggests [Wheat Ridge Poultry & Meats](https://wheatridgepoultry.com/home?ref=jeffcocrew.com), [Belfiore Italian](https://www.belfioregenuineitalian.com/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) for all things Authentic Italian Food, and adds [Vinnola's Italian Market](https://vinnolasitalianmarket.com/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) as honorable mention "for their pastries and cannolis!" Margie gets "fresh bison meat direct from a [rancher at Rock River Bison](https://rockriverbison.com/?ref=jeffcocrew.com). They have a website, I order what I need (no minimums) and pick up at their warehouse in Commerce City." I love this direct to farm approach as someone who started a food traceability startup in a past life. Cindy loves [Edwards Meats](https://edwardsmeats.com/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) \- as do I, they an *incredible* selection. She adds [Valente's Deli, Bakery & Italian Market](https://www.facebook.com/valentesdeli/) in Westminster, with Italian foodstuffs, plus fresh deli sandwiches, cannoli & coffee. Lauren (who WINS this week's recs) shouts out [Tom’s Seafood & Gourmet Market](https://www.tomsseafood.com/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) for "the best fresh seafood and market items to make any special or weeknight meal. Friendly, and knowledgeable family owned and local." I concur, this shop is simply fantastic and has [a truly next-level Instagram account](https://www.instagram.com/tomsseafood?ref=jeffcocrew.com) to boot. Lauren also loves [Andre & Lana’s European Market](https://www.instagram.com/andres%5Flanas%5Fmarket?ref=jeffcocrew.com) for "selling Eastern European specialties like fish, chocolates, cookies, pierogues & cheeses - and canned goods. Plus amazing Rye and pumpernickel bread baked fresh!" They just opened their 2nd location in Lakewood. And finally, Lauren for the win, adds "[Jasmine Market](https://www.yelp.com/biz/jasmine-market-lakewood?ref=jeffcocrew.com) on Wadsworth is a middle eastern market with lots of dried herbs, beans, baklava, couscous and dried fruits. Plus a Halal butcher and fresh pita!" I want what Lauren is eating. 🀀 --- For next week - this is a big one - share your favorite 🏑 **home maintenance provider**! Got a great handyman? A great lawn care team? A fair plumber or mechanic? These references are the **homeowner's equivalent of finding a winning lottery ticket**. Share your best with the crew! [🧰 SHARE YOUR BEST HOME MAINTENANCE PROVIDERS](https://tally.so/r/mYpYZ6?ref=jeffcocrew.com) If you all share enough, maybe we'll make a **Jeffco Crew handbook** for these references or something! --- ****Did you know?** Jeffco has a podcast! Segments will cover the latest happenings, exciting events, and the ways to make a difference in Jefferson County and how county government works through in-depth stories and interviews with staff and leadership. Check it out on [Apple](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/engage-jeffco-podcast/id1797374681?at=1000lHKX&ct=linktree%5Fhttp&itsct=lt%5Fp&itscg=30200&ls=1&ref=jeffcocrew.com) or [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/6kA7l9n7ahn8hTW7IPAK9Y?si=fcfd874f4a6e47c3&ref=jeffcocrew.com)! ## πŸ’« Featured Events *A few events worth noting.* ### ❄️ Icelantics Winter on the Rocks The **only winter Red Rocks show** is here. And it's only kinda winter - but who knows maybe a blizzard by the weekend. This year's lineup includes GRAMATIK, Zingara, The Funk Hunters ft. Chali 2na, and The Sponges - [grab tickets](https://www.icelanticskis.com/pages/icelantics-winter-on-the-rocks?ref=jeffcocrew.com) and dance like there's no snow! ### πŸ”οΈ Jeffco Open Space Open House The Conservation Greenprint 2026-2030 is a plan for the next five years of Jefferson County Open Space (JCOS). It will provide a strategic framework for preserving open space, protecting natural resources, and providing healthy, nature-based experiences in Jefferson County. They are welcoming feedback in the form of [**5 drop-in open houses** throughout Jefferson County](https://www.jeffco.us/1585/Plans-Projects?ref=jeffcocrew.com). Stop by **Tuesday night @ Buchanan Recreation Center** (Evergreen), **Wednesday morning @ Jefferson County Fairgrounds** or one of the 2 remaining events next week. --- ## πŸ—“οΈ Upcoming Things to Do Send me [feedback, events or ideas](https://tally.so/r/mYpYZ6?ref=jeffcocrew.com)! ## Tuesday 3/04 **5pm** / Marmalade Lounge (Arvada) - 🎭 **Mardi Gras Celebration**, [visit their sidewalk bar](https://www.marmaladelounge.com/events/olde-town-mardi-gras-parade?ref=jeffcocrew.com) for specials on Hurricanes, Sazeracs, and Louisiana’s own Abita Beer. ****5:30 - 7pm** / Olde Town (Arvada) - πŸ’ƒπŸ» ****Mardi Gras Brass Band March**, a [vibrant celebration](https://www.oldetownarvada.org/event-details/mardi-gras-brass-band-march?ref=jeffcocrew.com) that brings Mardi Gras right to Arvada. [πŸ—“οΈ ALL TUESDAY EVENTS β†’](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-2025-03-4/#tuesday-304) ## Wednesday 3/05 ****All Day** / Most Breweries (Countywide) - 🍺 **Colorado Pint Day**, a tradition that has reached cult-level status with beer lovers flocking to participating breweries every year to purchase limited edition glassware. $1 of each glass sold will be donated to the [@coloradobrewersguild](https://www.instagram.com/coloradobrewersguild/?hl=en&ref=jeffcocrew.com) and its mission to promote, protect, and propel independent craft breweries in the State of Craft Beer. **6pm** / Bentgate Mountaineering (Golden) - πŸŽ₯ **Triple Feature w/ Patagonia Films**, catch 3x [nature and outdoors themed documentaries for free](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bentgate-triple-feature-with-patagonia-films-tickets-1249735294909?A360=229884179&ref=jeffcocrew.com). [πŸ—“οΈ ALL WEDNESDAY EVENTS β†’](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-2025-03-4/#wednesday-305) ## Thursday 3/06 ****5:30 - 6:30pm** / Jeffco Library (Arvada) - 🧱 ****LEGO Build & Play**, calling all LEGO fans - builders of all ages are welcome to use the challenge theme or [build your own creation](https://jeffcolibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/675a3d36780c53e63c6ef9d5?ref=jeffcocrew.com). What story will you tell? **5:30 - 8pm** / Foothills Art Center (Golden) - 🏺 **Modern Kintsugi**, a 400 year old Japanese art form of the mending of ceramics β€” creating beauty from brokenness. All welcome and [all materials provided](https://foothillsartcenter.org/event/modern-kintsugi/?ref=jeffcocrew.com). **7pm** / Lakewood Symphony (Lakewood) - 🎻 **I Could Have Danced All Night**, featuring the [unmistakable music of Astor Piazzolla](https://www.lakewoodsymphony.org/?ref=jeffcocrew.com), as performed on Bandoneon by Evan Orman [πŸ—“οΈ ALL THURSDAY EVENTS β†’](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-2025-03-4/#thursday-306) ## Friday 3/07 ****10am - 10pm** / Olde Town (Arvada) - 🎨 **First Friday Creative Crawl**, embrace all of [Olde Town’s creative endeavors](https://www.oldetownarvada.org/event-details/first-friday-creative-crawl-2025-03-07-10-00?ref=jeffcocrew.com) from art to live music to craft beverages & more all day. ****5 - 9pm** / 40 West Arts District (Lakewood) - 🎨 ****First Friday Art Walk**, feat [inspiring local art](https://www.facebook.com/events/1665881508142160) & [photography](https://www.facebook.com/events/1340229294003075/), live [performances](https://www.facebook.com/events/625448943279410/), interactive activities, and a vibrant creative community. **6pm** / The Fort (Morrison) - 🌚 **Dining in the Dark**, β€œfeel” and β€œtaste” your way through [a four-course prix-fixe meal](https://www.facebook.com/events/1113331227107975/) \- great date night option! **7pm** / Buffalo Rose (Golden) - 🎢 **Live music** w/ [Paradise Theatre](https://buffalorosegolden.com/events/paradise-theatre/?ref=jeffcocrew.com), the definitive Styx tribute show [πŸ—“οΈ ALL FRIDAY EVENTS β†’](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-2025-03-4/#friday-307) ## Saturday 3/08 ****10am - 1pm** / Apex Center Ice Arena (Arvada) - πŸš’ ****Touch-A-Truck**, an annual event to let the community [see, touch & learn the ins and outs](https://apexprd.org/event/touch-a-truck/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) of a fire truck, school bus, forklift, skid steer and more. **12pm** / New Image Brewing Co (Arvada) - πŸŽ‰ **9th Anniversary Party**, releasing their OG anniversary IPA, One.9, alongside a brand new barrel-aged bottle, Nine, blended [just for the occasion](https://www.instagram.com/p/DGwN9cYSTG6/?img%5Findex=4&ref=jeffcocrew.com). **2 - 5pm** / Morris & Mae Collective (Golden) - πŸ‘— **2025 Golden Charity Fashion Show**, [where fashion takes center stage](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-golden-charity-fashion-show-tickets-1236566386349?ref=jeffcocrew.com) benefitting [Hands of The Carpenter](https://www.handsofthecarpenter.org/?ref=jeffcocrew.com). [πŸ—“οΈ ALL SATURDAY EVENTS β†’](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-2025-03-4/#saturday-308) ## Sunday 3/09 **4pm** / Buffalo Rose (Golden) - 🎢 **Sunday Swing** for fans of big band & swing dancing - [starts with swings lessons, followed by live music](https://buffalorosegolden.com/events/sunday-swing-03-09-25/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) from the Flatirons Jazz Orchestra – featuring Deborah Stafford. [πŸ—“οΈ ALL SUNDAY EVENTS β†’](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-2025-03-4/#sunday-309) ## Monday 3/10 ****9am - All day** / Denver Botanic Gardens (Denver) - πŸƒ ****Free Day**, [advanced online registration is required](https://catalog.botanicgardens.org/DateSelection.aspx?item=4383&ref=jeffcocrew.com) and these often sell out. [πŸ—“οΈ ALL MONDAY EVENTS β†’](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-2025-03-4/#monday-310) --- ### πŸ‘‹ That's a wrap As always, don't hesitate to reply to these emails with suggestions, tips or requests. Derek