Jeffco Crew #018 - Rain, Dragon Boats & Beer Olympics

I hope ya'll are enjoying this wet weather.

I absolutely love rain. Especially the clean, crisp Colorado rain.

I know some folks are attuned to letting the rain get them down, but don't sell your happiness for so cheap!

Rain is as great as ice cream, sunshine and a warm breeze.

Promise.

In other news, I've had a few awesome breweries reach out offering to host us for a happy hour, so I will share more deets soon.

Let's get into it!

🏡 Looky Loo

Where I poke around our local real estate market to highlight fun finds - great deals, astronomical mansions or killer mountain cabins. 

I went to two open houses last weekend.

Just for fun.

Anyway, today we travel to Littleton to peek into a $2.875m 6BD, 6BA spot that blends the property’s original 1899 pioneer cabin with new construction throughout, including a very fun lookin' pool.

The place really wraps itself in outdoor activity vibes, and it sits on 20 acres.

And next, definitely looky loo this one - amazing mountain living energy going on here. This $1.075m 3BD, 3BA wooden retreat has incredible sunlight and lives on 8 acres near Mt. Falcon and Turkey Creek Canyon.

The property includes a natural cave, apparently. I mean come on.

🗓️ Featured Events

A few highlighted events for the upcoming week.

🎶 Second Saturdays in Olde Town Arvada

Starting this Saturday, May 10, Olde Town Arvada kicks off its Second Saturdays series - an evening street party with live music, dancing, local food and drinks, and plenty of family-friendly fun. The historic district comes alive from 5 to 10 p.m., with vendors lining the streets and community vibes in full swing. Come for the tunes, stay for the energy.

🛍️ Sloan’s Lake Spring BAZAAR

This weekend - May 10 & 11 - Sloan’s Lake turns into a pop-up party packed with local flavor. Shop 80+ makers, sip craft cocktails, snack your way through street food vendors, and vibe to live DJs. Free to attend, pet-friendly, and since the weather looks solid, could be a pretty great day to kick off your spring.

🦖 Free Day at the Nature & Science Museum

Next Monday, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science opens its doors for free - flagging this because the place is so popular with young kiddos. The museum is packed with hands-on exhibits, towering dinos, a Discovery Zone just for kids, and more. A perfect day out that won’t cost a thing.

🗓️ Upcoming Things to Do

Send me feedback, events or ideas!

Tuesday 5/06

5:30pm / Foothills Art Center (Golden) - 🎨 Exploring the Elements of Art, an advanced open studio session exploring diverse art techniques. 4x Tuesdays

Wednesday 5/07

8:30am - 1:30pm / Belmar Park (Lakewood) - 🐦 Social Excursion: Denver Audubon Society, morning and early afternoon adventure to learn about local bird species, bolster their ecosystem, and build a birdhouse to take home.

2pm / New Terrain Brewing Co (Golden) - 🚴 NTBC Bike Demo Days w/ Spot Bikes, check out demo rides and cycling fun at the brewery. Check it out

6:30pm / Bluegrass Olde Town (Arvada) - 🥃 Whiskey Wednesday: Bardstown Season Premiere offers a bourbon tasting and educational experience. Grab tickets

7:30pm / Miners Alley Performing Arts Center (Golden) - 🔥 Ring of Fire (Preview), a high-energy jukebox musical blending Johnny Cash’s iconic hits with a tale of love, resilience, and Americana. Runs May 9 – June 29. Get tickets

Thursday 5/08

5pm / Colorado Tap House (Arvada) - 🌸 A Bloom Bar Event, create a stunning bouquet with snacks and drinks included. Make a bouquet

6pm / Parfet Park (Golden) - 🏃🏻‍♀️ Golden Mountain Runners Run Club, returns to trails, adds an earlier long run group, lots of details here

7pm / Buffalo Rose (Golden) - 🎸 Forever Man & Creedence Colorado Revival, tributes to Clapton & CCR, obvs. Get tickets

Friday 5/09

5pm / Next Gallery (Lakewood) - 🍄 Fungi Leporidae (aka Bunshroom) by LeAnn Fenton, a playful, surreal showcase blending organic motifs with unexpected whimsy at the May 9th opening reception. Check it out

6pm / New Terrain Brewing Co (Golden) - 🎤 Jackie Straw (Nashville, TN & Denver, CO) @ NTBC's Music By The Mesa, enjoy a dynamic live music performance blending regional vibes. Details

Saturday 5/10

12 - 4pm / Fade It Golf and Social Club (Arvada) - 🛍️ May Days Market, shop local art, jewelry, candles, and goods in a vibrant community setting. Market info

2 - 5pm / SomePlace Else Brewery (Arvada) - 🏆 Beer Olympics, compete in the 5th Annual team challenge for bragging rights and prizes; sign-up starts at 1pm with events kicking off at 2pm. Good luck

7:30 - 9:30pm / Odyssey Beerwerks (Arvada) - 😂 Rotating Tap! Comedy Show, a hilarious night with comics. Check it out

Sunday 5/11

12pm / Colorado Tap House (Arvada) - ❤️ Mothers Blood Drive, donate a pint to honor moms and get a free pint offer. Check it out

Monday 5/12

6:30pm / Snowpack Taproom & Pizzeria (Conifer) - 🧩 Speed Jigsaw Puzzling, a fast-paced team puzzle race where groups compete to complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle for prize glory. Register here