Jeffco Crew #024 - Tarot Cards, Mezcal & Kintsugi
Good morning and happy hump day!
Fun fact our survey last week on which day to send this weekly missive was a photo-finish tie for Tuesday and Wednesday.
For the time being I'll aim for Wednesday mornings as a bit of an in-between, and because it lines up with my other commitments a bit better than Tuesday sends.
It also feels a little more useful, being slightly closer to the weekend.
That mental transition between the beginning of the week and the downslope towards the weekend that kicks in at some point on Wednesday.
Maybe that's just me.
Anyway, let's get into it! Lots of really unique events this week!
🏡 Looky Loo
That thing every other week where I poke around our local real estate market to highlight fun finds - great deals, astronomical mansions or killer mountain cabins.
This week's find is one of my favorites so far. Look how odd it comes across at first.
This 5BD, 6.5+BA gem is a one-of-one home that despite its size seems incredibly calm and welcoming to me, deploying consistently soft wood and sight lines that just isn't possible with a more common overall layout.
The place clocks in at $6.85m, so ya know, life goals, but I gotta say I see a lot of gaudy, clunky efforts at this price range.
Even at it's grandest elements this home seems to hit the right balance between museum and home. And it's tucked into 35 acres of sprawling land north of Golden.
Wowza. I'm not even gonna try to feature another home this week.
🗓️ Featured Events
Interested in a featured event? 🔥 Drop me a line, let's talk.
👟 Lakewood Family Fun Day
Carmody Park comes alive on Saturday, June 21 from 10am to 1pm with obstacle courses, face painting, splash zones, fitness demos, and even a mini color run. Lakewood Family Fun Day is a free, easygoing morning out for families - bring the kids, sunscreen, and your water shoes. Bonus: local booths and giveaways, too.
🏕 Let’s Go Camping - Bear Creek Lake Park
Always wanted to try camping but not sure where to start? This Friday-Saturday overnight at Bear Creek Lake Park is made just for first-timers. For just $10 per family, you’ll get access to loaner gear, ranger-led activities like fishing and archery, a live animal program, and classic campfire s’mores. A low-stress way to make some outdoor memories close to home. Such a cool idea, go Lakewood!
🎨 ARTSWEEK GOLDEN Festival
Golden turns into an open-air gallery this weekend as ARTSWEEK wraps with its signature street festival - Saturday and Sunday, June 21-22 in Parfet Park. Expect 70+ artists from around the country, live music, food trucks, a beer garden, and a full-on creative vibe in the heart of downtown. It’s free to attend, fun to wander, and the perfect way to kick off summer weekends in Golden.
🗓️ Upcoming Things to Do
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Wednesday 6/18
All day / Colorado Tap House (Arvada) - 🚲 Bike to Work Day, stop by along the bike trail, they'll have a tent set up and have swag, samples of iced and hot coffee and BOGO (Buy One Get One) coupons for later in the afternoon/evening.
2pm (also on Thursday) / New Terrain Brewing Co (Golden) - 🚲 NTBC Bike Demo Days w/ Spot Bikes, try out the latest mountain bikes from Spot. Check it out
5:30pm / The Golden Mill (Golden) - 🎪 4th Annual Foothills Art Center Fundraiser feat. Circus Foundry Aerialist Performance, watch aerialists fly high and dance in the sky at 6pm. Details here
7:30pm / Miners Alley Performing Arts Center (Golden) - 🎭 SCRIPTprov, a unique comedy show where scenes from legitimate plays get hijacked by improvisers for hilarious results. More info
Thursday 6/19
5 - 7:30pm / Foothills Art Center (Golden) - 🔮 Create Your Tarot Card, join professional artist Dyanna Csaposs to create your own tarot card representing your symbolic journey. Details here
6pm / Marmalade Lounge (Arvada) - 🥃 Mezcal Tasting: Por Lo Bueno, explore smoky and rich flavors at this guided mezcal tasting event.
7pm / Evermore Wine Bar & Cafe (Evergreen) - 🍷 French Wine Education Night, explore France by the glass with 5 different wine tastings and small plates while learning professional tasting techniques in a welcoming environment - perfect for wine lovers of all levels. More details
Friday 6/20
5 - 7:30pm / Golden City Brewery (Golden) - 🎨 Modern Kintsugi, learn the 400-year-old Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold as part of Golden's ARTSWEEK programming. More details
5 - 9pm / Revival Brews (Evergreen) - 🍹 Smoky Spirits & Street Eats, enjoy specialty craft made smoked cocktails and delicious home-made food specials for a perfect weekend kickoff. More info
Saturday 6/21
11am / Brewery Rickoli Ltd. (Wheat Ridge) - 🍺 Homebrew Day, join for an experimental Spruce tip beer brewing session, learn about brewing and hang out.
12 - 5pm / Rocky Mountain Punk Nature Art & Oddities (Lakewood) - 🏳️🌈 Pride Market, featuring LGBTQ+ & ally artists selling handmade art, gifts, and unique items. More details
Sunday 6/22
10am - 3pm / Golden Outpost (Golden) - 🛒 Country Market, feat. locally grown produce, cottage law food products, and handmade crafts from local artisans. Enjoy Golden-inspired cocktails, local brews, and cozy fire pits. More info
5:30pm / Silver Vines Winery (Arvada) - 🍷 SV Family Dinner, Asian food theme potluck with owners Jeff & Kristin Chayer, bring a dish to share (optional) and enjoy live music starting at 6pm. More info
Monday 6/23
9:30pm / Wheat Ridge Lanes (Wheat Ridge) - 🎬 Adult Movie Night, free entry to watch some classics on the patio. Every Monday throughout summer, weather permitting. More info
Tuesday 6/24
5:30pm / The State Room (Golden) - 🥃 Whiskey on Washington, an evening with Angel's Envy Distillery. Go sip
5:30pm / Calvary Church Parking Lot (Golden) - 🚲 Golden Bike Cruise, disco-themed bike ride with live music by Dollhouse Thieves band, pizza from Woody's, and groovy vibes. Deck your bike out in glitter and gold, bring LED lights for safety. Details
6:30pm / Virtual via Zoom - 🐞 Insect Visitors in Your Garden: Friend or Foe?, learn about the diverse insects in Colorado gardens, their roles in the ecosystem, and how to manage common pests. Register here
