> ## 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 #027 - Streetfests, Tattoos & Stargazing - URL: https://jeffcocrew.com/027-streetfests-tattoos-stargazing/ - Published: 2025-07-09T15:36:00.000Z - Updated: 2025-07-09T23:08:25.000Z - Author: Derek ![](https://jeffcocrew.com/content/images/2025/07/image-3.png) So pleasant today, right? From street parties to tattoo expos to live music in the park, this week is packed with all kinds of interesting unique events. Whether you’re looking to dance in Olde Town, sip your way through Taste of Arvada, or explore something totally new - I've got you. Is it summer yet? I can't tell, the weather is so mild. LOL. Let's get into it. --- ## 🎧 We Listen Where I choose a few songs for you to enjoy - and [request your suggestions](https://tally.so/r/mYpYZ6?ref=jeffcocrew.com)! [![](https://jeffcocrew.com/content/images/2025/07/image-1.png)](https://open.spotify.com/track/5LtBbTHxVQhdotXtA6NXJ6?si=7e210aa5ead740d7&ref=jeffcocrew.com) [Disco rap might save us all.](https://open.spotify.com/track/5LtBbTHxVQhdotXtA6NXJ6?si=7e210aa5ead740d7&ref=jeffcocrew.com) [Bungalow Collect](https://open.spotify.com/track/5LtBbTHxVQhdotXtA6NXJ6?si=f1002719f56e4d0e&ref=jeffcocrew.com) is smooth and rocking *next level* afros. Head boppin' to the maximum. [![](https://jeffcocrew.com/content/images/2025/07/image-2.png)](https://open.spotify.com/track/2W2pB3fDVTRZyw7qN1tYAz?si=16e5b73449a04ad8&ref=jeffcocrew.com) [Love those horns.](https://open.spotify.com/track/2W2pB3fDVTRZyw7qN1tYAz?si=3991249e75d0471b&ref=jeffcocrew.com) This next one - [Jed Harrelson](https://open.spotify.com/track/2W2pB3fDVTRZyw7qN1tYAz?si=8a59b36c36984ddd&ref=jeffcocrew.com) \- hits if you enjoy if you enjoy that special mix of instrumentalists who all deserve their moment - horns, lead guitar - behind a guy with vocal pipes that would slap no matter what era they were singing in. --- ## πŸ—“οΈ Featured Events *Interested in a featured event?* πŸ”₯ [*Drop me a line, let's talk.*](https://tally.so/r/3xEZk5?ref=jeffcocrew.com) ### 🍷 **Taste of Arvada** A foodie’s dream come true - this annual tasting kicks off **Thursday at 6pm** and brings together 50+ local restaurants, breweries, distilleries, and coffee shops in a delicious showcase. Sample bites, craft drinks, and vote for your favorites while grooving to live music. Whether you’re a foodie, a brew enthusiast, or just out for a tasty night, this is summer in Arvada, served up. [CHECK IT OUT β†’](https://www.arvadachamber.org/taste/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) ### 🎢 **Olde Town Arvada’s Summer Street Party** Second Saturdays are back in Olde Town Arvada, turning the district into a high-energy block party on the **second Saturday of each month, 5-10pm**. Next up: **Saturday, July 12**, with live music on two stages, street performers, local vendors, and food and drink flowing from Arvada’s favorite spots. It’s free to attend, family-friendly, and perfect for a summer evening out. Expect dancing in the streets, community vibes, and Olde Town at its best. [CHECK IT OUT β†’](https://www.oldetownarvada.org/event-details/olde-town-arvada-second-saturdays-2025-2025-05-10-17-00?ref=jeffcocrew.com) ### πŸ–‹οΈ **Ink Takes Over the Denver Convention Center** The Denver Tattoo Arts Festival returns this weekend, **July 11–13**, bringing top tattoo talent from around the globe to the Colorado Convention Center. Whether you’re an ink enthusiast, collector, or just curious, this is a wild and fascinating three-day event full of live tattooing, body art showcases, contests, and vendors. Over 1,000 artists will be on-site, with live entertainment including sideshows, competitions, and guest appearances. It’s one of the largest tattoo festivals in the country - and a vivid way to spend your weekend in the city. [CHECK IT OUT β†’](https://villainarts.com/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) --- ## πŸ—“οΈ Upcoming Things to Do Send me [feedback, events or ideas](https://tally.so/r/mYpYZ6?ref=jeffcocrew.com). ## Wednesday 7/09 5pm / The Golden Hotel (Golden) - 🎸 **Live music** by [Derek Hall](https://www.facebook.com/events/2137459523441026/) in their Wednesdays on the Creek Summer Music Series 6:30pm / The Bluegrass Candelas (Arvada) - πŸ₯ƒ **Whiskey Wednesday: Frey Ranch**, guided tasting with the distillery's ambassador [plus complimentary pizza & garlic knots](https://thebluegrasslounge.com/product/july-9th-whiskey-wednesday-frey-ranch-candelas/?ref=jeffcocrew.com). 8pm / Gnarly's (Golden) - 🎭 **Weirdo Wednesday**, a night of [thrills, chills, freeks, and geeks](https://www.facebook.com/events/1434666641058839/) [πŸ—“οΈ WEDNESDAY EVENTS β†’](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-07-09-25/#wednesday-709) ## Thursday 7/10 4pm / Center for the Arts Evergreen (Evergreen) - πŸ–ΌοΈ **Exhibition: Evergreen Through the Ages**, opening reception featuring local artists [celebrating 150 years of Evergreen's history and beauty](https://evergreenarts.org/event/exhibition-evergreen-through-the-ages/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 5pm / Golden Library (Golden) - πŸ΄β€β˜ οΈπŸ‘‘ ****Arts Explorers: Pirates and Princesses**, a ****free** magical adventure for young performers with singing, dancing, crafts, and games featuring familiar songs and favorite characters. For ages 3-7 (must be potty-trained). [Details here](https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4CADAF22A7F5C52-56995350-arts?ref=jeffcocrew.com#/) 6pm / New Terrain Brewing Co (Golden) - 🎸 **Live music** by [Lit Society feat. Datrian Johnson](https://newterrainbrewing.com/events/2025/7/10/lit-society-feat-datrian-johnson-denver-co-ntbcs-music-by-the-mesa?ref=jeffcocrew.com) @ Music by the Mesa [πŸ—“οΈ THURSDAY EVENTS β†’](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-07-09-25/#thursday-710) ## Friday 7/11 5 - 9pm / Core Art Space (Lakewood) - 🎨 **National Juried Exhibition "Artful Conglomerations" and "Dark Fang Redux"**, featuring innovative assemblage art from artists Mark Friday and Deborah Jang who transform random parts into sculptural forms - [playful, mysterious, and lyrical](https://www.coreartspace.com/?ref=jeffcocrew.com). 5:30 - 9:30pm / Over Yonder Brewing Company (Golden) - 🎡 **Phish Livestream**, watch the [band perform live from North Charleston Coliseum in SC on the brewery's giant screen](https://www.overyonderbrewing.com/happenings/2025/6/20/phish-livestream-erje9?ref=jeffcocrew.com). 5:30 - 8:30pm / Barrels & Bottles Brewery (Golden) - 🎸 **Live music** by [Gus Paige](https://www.barrelsbottles.com/livemusicevents?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 6:30pm / Parfet Park (Golden) - 🌺 ****Movies & Music in the Park** featuring Kalama Polynesian Dancers and Moana 2, enjoy a special appearance by Moana herself followed by high-energy Polynesian dancing with a fire finale before the movie begins at dusk 7pm / New Image's Wheat Ridge Taproom - 🍻 **Lyric Brewing Anniversary Takeover** with 4 new beer releases, [a takeover menu and guest taps](https://www.instagram.com/p/DL5HUQ8Rfzr/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 7:30pm / 6 and 40 Brewery (Lakewood) - 🎭 **Beer Barn Comedy**, enjoy local comedy hosted by Paul Garcia feat. comedian [Zac Maas from Deadwood, South Dakota](https://6and40brewery.com/event/beer-barn-comedy-3/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 8pm / The Woodcellar (Evergreen) - 🎸 **Live music** by [Chris King Band](https://www.facebook.com/events/1031247169172269/): Chris' Birthday Celebration, enjoy live music and help celebrate Chris's special day. 8:30pm / Majestic View Nature Center (Arvada) - πŸ”­ **Astronomy Night: Gems of the Summer Sky**, explore the night sky with Standley Lake Stargazers and discover deep-sky [objects through a variety of telescopes](https://jeffcolibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6833b8a8c9620b2900144175?ref=jeffcocrew.com) [πŸ—“οΈ FRIDAY EVENTS β†’](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-07-09-25/#friday-711) ## Saturday 7/12 9am - 2pm / Plains Conservation Center (Aurora) - 🌾 ****SCFD Free Day**, explore the prairie ecosystem with wagon rides to see wildlife, tours of the 1880's tipi camp and homestead village, and presentations by HawkQuest with live birds of prey. [Info here](https://www.auroragov.org/things%5Fto%5Fdo/parks%5F%5Fopen%5Fspace%5F%5F%5Ftrails/nature%5F%5F%5Fopen%5Fspace/nature%5Fcenters/plains%5Fconservation%5Fcenter/plains%5Fconservation%5Fcenter%5Fs%5Fc%5Ff%5Fd%5Ffree%5Fdays?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 12 - 1:30pm / Foothills Art Center (Golden) - πŸ“Έ **Photography Workshop with Russell C. Banks**, learn how to take compelling, story-rich photographs that go beyond the surface with this [celebrated American photographer](https://foothillsartcenter.org/event/photography-workshop-with-russell-c-banks/?ref=jeffcocrew.com). 1 - 4pm / Odyssey Beerwerks (Arvada) - 🧁 **Snarky Sweet Cake Chick Pop-Up**, local vendor [offering sweet treats](https://www.instagram.com/p/DL0ihOeScrt/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 5pm / Freedom Street Social (Arvada) - 🎨 **Splatter Paint Tent Pop Up**, unleash your inner artist with this unique experience - [no experience required](https://freedomstreetsocial.com/event/splatter-tent-pop-up/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 5:30pm / Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus (Golden) - 🐝 **Bee Spa Clay Workshop**, create a safer environment for pollinators by making specially designed water sources. All skill levels welcome [with materials provided](https://foothillsartcenter.org/event/bee-spa-clay-workshop/?ref=jeffcocrew.com). 6pm / Golden Outpost (Golden) - 🀠 **Free Line Dancing & Lasso Lessons**, learn some new moves and have [fun in a welcoming atmosphere](https://www.facebook.com/events/1052575903658422/) 6 - 8pm / Center for the Arts Evergreen (Evergreen) - πŸ”οΈ **Art Bar: Mountain Magic Stained Glass**, create your own mountain-inspired stained glass piece while enjoying drinks - [no experience necessary](https://evergreenarts.org/event/art-bar-mountain-magic-stained-glass-2/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 6pm / Freedom Street Social (Arvada) - 🎸 **Live music** by [Colorado Keys Dueling Pianos](https://freedomstreetsocial.com/event/live-music-colorado-keys-dueling-pianos/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 6pm / The Bluegrass Olde Town (Arvada) - 🎸 **Live music** by [Wilson Clark](https://thebluegrasslounge.com/event/wilson-clark-at-bluegrass-olde-town-7/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) [πŸ—“οΈ SATURDAY EVENTS β†’](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-07-09-25/#saturday-712) ## Sunday 7/13 10am - 1pm / Buffalo Rose (Golden) - πŸͺ• **Bluegrass Brunch: Big Hooray**, wake up your Sunday with mountain music, mimosas and mouthwatering brunch with live music fro Golden's own [Big Hooray Bluegrass](https://buffalorosegolden.com/events/bluegrass-brunch-big-hooray/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 12pm / Colorado Tap House (Arvada) - 🩸 **Blood Drive** with Vitalant and Sponsored by Jeremy & Mix100, donate a pint and get a pint (of beer obvs) - [sign up for a time slot in advance](https://coloradotaphouse.com/events/blood-drive-with-vitalant-dbfew-ny2wb?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 1pm / Edgewater Library (Edgewater) - 🎨 **The Artist's Story: VFW/VA Art Wall Reception**, experience the power of art through Veterans' works, hear their stories and discover how artistic expression helps triumph over adversity. [Refreshments provided](https://jeffcolibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/685092206d83b22800d3652d?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 4pm / Goosetown Station (Golden) - 🎸 **Live music** by [Luke & Friends](https://www.goosetownstation.com/event-details/luke-friends-grateful-dead-sun-july-13-music-4-cover-10?ref=jeffcocrew.com), a Grateful Dead tribute 5pm / Green Mountain Beer Company (Lakewood) - 🎀 **Open Mic Night**, enjoy a variety of local talent at their weekly open mic. Want to play? Show up early and sign up in person. [Get details](https://www.greenmountainbeercompany.com/?ref=jeffcocrew.com#events) [πŸ—“οΈ SUNDAY EVENTS β†’](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-07-09-25/#sunday-713) ## Monday 7/14 All day / Freedom Street Social (Arvada) - πŸ‘Ά ****Kids Eat Free Every Monday**, receive one free kids item [with any $20 purchase](https://freedomstreetsocial.com/event/kids-eat-free-every-monday-freedom-street-social/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 7am / Hiwan Golf Club (Evergreen) - β›³ **Andy Smith Sr. Inspire Golf Tournament**, fundraiser supporting special needs programs, Crutches 4 Africa, and Resilience1220\. [Register here](https://www.evergreenrecreation.com/2025-07-14-andy-smith-sr-inspire-golf-tournament?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 3 - 5pm / Golden Library (Golden) - πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ ****Amazing Race for Tweens**, turn historic downtown Golden into a fast-paced scavenger hunt solving clues and competing for first place in a gameshow-style showdown. For tweens in 4th-6th grade and their caregivers. [Check it out](https://jeffcolibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6849b03b709d2741002b0088?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 6:30pm - 8:30pm / Snowpack Taproom & Pizzeria (Conifer) - 🧩 **Speed Jigsaw Puzzling**, teams race to complete a 500-piece puzzle the [fastest for prizes and puzzle glory](https://events.snowpacktaproom.com/e/speed-puzzling-at-snowpack-taproom-3?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 7pm / Morrison Holiday Bar (Morrison) - 🎸 **Live music** by [Scott Hackler](https://www.morrisonholidaybar.com/index.php/events-calendar?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 7:30pm / Silver Vines Winery (Arvada) - 🎷 **Gypsy Jazz Jam**, a unique weekly jam session featuring jazz musicians - [no reservations needed](https://silvervineswinery.com/events/gypsy-jazz-jam-every-monday/var/ri-61.l-L1?ref=jeffcocrew.com) [πŸ—“οΈ MONDAY EVENTS β†’](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-07-09-25/#monday-714) ## Tuesday 7/15 12 - 1pm / Edgewater Library (Edgewater) - 🌈 ****Jeffco Open Space Pop Up: Color in the Natural World**, explore how color helps animals hide, attract mates, and warn predators while [examining specimens with Park Rangers](https://jeffcolibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/680ef5dd196202b540178b78?ref=jeffcocrew.com) 6 - 8:30pm / Buffalo Rose Event Center (Golden) - 🍺 **Golden Beer Talks**: Makerspace, expand your mind with [a beer in your hand](https://buffalorosegolden.com/events/golden-beer-talks-2/?ref=jeffcocrew.com). 7 - 8pm / Kipling Trailhead (Wheat Ridge) - 🌿 **Connect to Nature**, a one-hour mindfulness class blending gentle walking and quiet time outdoors to [help you slow down and reconnect with nature](https://www.instagram.com/p/DL3io02OhiO/?ref=jeffcocrew.com) [πŸ—“οΈ TUESDAY EVENTS β†’](https://jeffcocrew.com/events-07-09-25/#tuesday-715) --- ![](https://jeffcocrew.com/content/images/2025/07/giphy--14-.gif)