> ## 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 #018 - Rain, Dragon Boats & Beer Olympics - URL: https://jeffcocrew.com/018-rain-dragon-beer/ - Published: 2025-05-06T22:05:55.000Z - Updated: 2025-05-06T22:05:55.000Z - Author: Derek ![](https://jeffcocrew.com/content/images/2025/05/Screenshot-2025-05-06-at-12.26.50-PM.png) The time of year when Green Mountain is actually green. 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! --- ## ๐Ÿก 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](https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/12555-Critchell-Ln-Littleton-CO-80127/13839047%5Fzpid/??ref=jeffcocrew.com) spot that blends the propertyโ€™s original 1899 pioneer cabin with new construction throughout, including a very fun lookin' pool. [![](https://jeffcocrew.com/content/images/2025/05/Screenshot-2025-05-06-at-12.44.38-PM.png)](https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/12555-Critchell-Ln-Littleton-CO-80127/13839047%5Fzpid/??ref=jeffcocrew.com) Is that two birch trees on the pool deck? The place really wraps itself in outdoor activity vibes, and it sits on 20 acres. [![](https://jeffcocrew.com/content/images/2025/05/Screenshot-2025-05-06-at-12.46.32-PM.png)](https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/12555-Critchell-Ln-Littleton-CO-80127/13839047%5Fzpid/??ref=jeffcocrew.com) Trampolines are safe, according to the 90's. And next, definitely looky loo this one - amazing mountain living energy going on here. This [$1.075m 3BD, 3BA wooden retreat](https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/5425-Us-Highway-285-Morrison-CO-80465/447566064%5Fzpid/??ref=jeffcocrew.com) has incredible sunlight and lives on 8 acres near Mt. Falcon and Turkey Creek Canyon. [![](https://jeffcocrew.com/content/images/2025/05/Screenshot-2025-05-06-at-12.52.33-PM.png)](https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/5425-Us-Highway-285-Morrison-CO-80465/447566064%5Fzpid/??ref=jeffcocrew.com) Outdoor living at its finest. The property includes a natural cave, apparently. I mean come on. [![](https://jeffcocrew.com/content/images/2025/05/Screenshot-2025-05-06-at-12.55.09-PM.png)](https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/5425-Us-Highway-285-Morrison-CO-80465/447566064%5Fzpid/??ref=jeffcocrew.com) Windows everywhere. --- ## ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Featured Events *A few highlighted events for the upcoming week.* ## ๐ŸŽถ **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. [CHECK IT OUT โ†’](https://www.oldetownarvada.org/event-details/olde-town-arvada-second-saturdays-2025-2025-05-10-17-00?ref=jeffcocrew.com) ## ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Sloanโ€™s Lake Spring BAZAAR This weekend - May 10 & 11 - Sloanโ€™s Lake [turns into a pop-up party](https://denverbazaar.com/sloans-lake-spring-bazaar-2025?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 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. ## ๐Ÿฆ– Free Day at the Nature & Science Museum Next Monday, the [Denver Museum of Nature & Science](https://www.dmns.org/programs-and-events/freedays/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 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 wonโ€™t cost a thing. --- ## ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Upcoming Things to Do Send me [feedback, events or ideas](https://tally.so/r/mYpYZ6?ref=jeffcocrew.com)! ## Tuesday 5/06 4pm / Standley Lake Library (Arvada) - ๐Ÿ‰ ****Clay Dragon Boats**, a creative crafting session to build miniature dragon boats. [More info](https://jeffcolibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/67e98d4002af8d6d0061bbe4?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 5:30pm / Foothills Art Center (Golden) - ๐ŸŽจ **Exploring the Elements of Art**, an advanced open studio session exploring diverse art techniques. [4x Tuesdays](https://foothillsartcenter.org/event/exploring-the-elements-of-art-may-2025?ref=jeffcocrew.com) [๐Ÿ—“๏ธ TUESDAY EVENTS](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-05-06-25/#tuesday-506) ## Wednesday 5/07 8:30am - 1:30pm / Belmar Park (Lakewood) - ๐Ÿฆ **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](https://instagram.com/p/DI1ZnwRN7i/?ref=jeffcocrew.com). 2pm / New Terrain Brewing Co (Golden) - ๐Ÿšด **NTBC Bike Demo Days w/ Spot Bikes**, check out demo rides and cycling fun at the brewery. [Check it out](https://newterrainbrewing.com/events/2025/5/7/ntbc-bike-demo-days-w-spot-bikes?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 6:30pm / Bluegrass Olde Town (Arvada) - ๐Ÿฅƒ **Whiskey Wednesday: Bardstown Season Premiere** offers a bourbon tasting and educational experience. [Grab tickets](https://thebluegrasslounge.com/event/may-7th-whiskey-wednesday-bardstown-season-premiere/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 7:30pm / Miners Alley Performing Arts Center (Golden) - ๐Ÿ”ฅ **Ring of Fire (Preview)**, a high-energy jukebox musical blending Johnny Cashโ€™s iconic hits with a tale of love, resilience, and Americana. Runs May 9 โ€“ June 29\. [Get tickets](https://minersalley.com/shows/ring-of-fire/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) [๐Ÿ—“๏ธ WEDNESDAY EVENTS](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-05-06-25/#wednesday-507) ## Thursday 5/08 5pm / Colorado Tap House (Arvada) - ๐ŸŒธ **A Bloom Bar Event**, create a stunning bouquet with snacks and drinks included. [Make a bouquet](https://www.coloradotaphouse.com/events/a-bloom-bar-event-sn3tp?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 6pm / Parfet Park (Golden) - ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿปโ€โ™€๏ธ **Golden Mountain Runners Run Club**, returns to trails, adds an earlier long run group, [lots of details here](https://www.goldenmountainrunners.com/copy-of-favorite-running-routes-1?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 7pm / Buffalo Rose (Golden) - ๐ŸŽธ **Forever Man & Creedence Colorado Revival**, tributes to Clapton & CCR, obvs. [Get tickets](https://buffalorosegolden.com/events/forever-man-ccr/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) [๐Ÿ—“๏ธ THURSDAY EVENTS](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-05-06-25/#thursday-508) ## Friday 5/09 5pm / Next Gallery (Lakewood) - ๐Ÿ„ **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](https://www.nextgallery.org/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 6pm / Golden Library (Golden) - ๐ŸŽฎ ****Teen After Hours: Mario Kart & Super Smash Bros Tournaments**, compete for bragging rights and prizes in friendly Nintendo tournaments - no Switch or accessories needed, just show up and play. [More info](https://jeffcolibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/680563633075f77280076b2ee?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 6pm / New Terrain Brewing Co (Golden) - ๐ŸŽค **Jackie Straw** (Nashville, TN & Denver, CO) @ NTBC's Music By The Mesa, enjoy a dynamic live music performance blending regional vibes. [Details](https://newterrainbrewing.com/events/2025/5/8/jackie-straw-denver-co-ntbcs-music-by-the-mesa?ref=jeffcocrew.com) [๐Ÿ—“๏ธ FRIDAY EVENTS](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-05-06-25/#friday-509) ## Saturday 5/10 FEATURED EVENT ๐Ÿฆ ๐Ÿชด 12 - 8pm / The Power Cone & Sage Spade (Arvada) - ๐ŸŽ‰ ****Grand Opening Party**, ft. free ice cream cones, food truck, local vendors, potting workshop, permanent jewelry, flash tattoos, spa treatments, and karaoke. Family-friendly, of course. [CHECK IT OUT โ†’ ](https://instagram.com/p/DJShc0xp25A/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 12 - 4pm / Center for the Arts (Evergreen) - ๐Ÿšถโ€โ™‚๏ธ ****Spring Art Walk**, a free art market with 15+ artists, live music and creative installations. [More details here](https://evergreenarts.org/event/spring-art-walk/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 12 - 4pm / Fade It Golf and Social Club (Arvada) - ๐Ÿ›๏ธ **May Days Market**, shop local art, jewelry, candles, and goods in a vibrant community setting. [Market info](https://www.fadeitgolf.com/upcoming-events?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 2 - 5pm / SomePlace Else Brewery (Arvada) - ๐Ÿ† **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](https://someplaceelse.beer/event/beer-olympics/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 7:30 - 9:30pm / Odyssey Beerwerks (Arvada) - ๐Ÿ˜‚ **Rotating Tap! Comedy Show**, a hilarious night with comics. [Check it out](https://www.instagram.com/p/DJShOV8NY4K/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) [๐Ÿ—“๏ธ SATURDAY EVENTS](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-05-06-25/#saturday-510) ## Sunday 5/11 12pm / Colorado Tap House (Arvada) - โค๏ธ **Mothers Blood Drive**, donate a pint to honor moms and get a free pint offer. [Check it out](https://coloradotaphouse.com/events/blood-drive-with-vitalant-dbfew-8tw4k?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 2pm - 3:30pm / Wheat Ridge Library (Wheat Ridge) - ๐Ÿฆ… ****Natureโ€™s Educators: Talon Talk**, dive into the characteristics that define raptors and why they are important to our ecosystems. [More info](https://jeffcolibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/67f936e2c1cb842b2d868d1d?ref=jeffcocrew.com) [๐Ÿ—“๏ธ SUNDAY EVENTS](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-05-06-25/#sunday-511) ## Monday 5/12 3:30 - 4:30pm / Lakewood Library (Lakewood) - ๐Ÿฒ ****Clay Dragon Boats**, kids ages 8โ€“13 can dive into the vibrant history of the Chinese Dragon Boat Festival while sculpting their own clay dragon boats. [Pre-register here](https://jeffcolibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/67e98d874378ff5300a489e6?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 6:30pm / Snowpack Taproom & Pizzeria (Conifer) - ๐Ÿงฉ **Speed Jigsaw Puzzling**, a fast-paced team puzzle race where groups compete to complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle for prize glory. [Register here](https://events.snowpacktaproom.com/e/speed-puzzling-at-snowpack-taproom?ref=jeffcocrew.com) [๐Ÿ—“๏ธ MONDAY EVENTS](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-05-06-25/#monday-512) --- ![](https://jeffcocrew.com/content/images/2025/05/giphy--4-.gif)