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A Romantic Candlelight Dinner in Denver

Posted on January 27, 2012 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
Candlelight Dinner at Castle Marne

For more than a century, the Castle Marne has stood tall in the Wyman Historic District of downtownDenver. The city has changed around it, but the locally designated Landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Structures is the city’s premiere Bed and BreakfastInn. They also open their Victorian elegance and offer candlelight dinners in the distinguished... [Read more...]

Big Game Commercial Contest at the Sanctuary

Posted on January 24, 2012 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
Apple '1984' Ad

Both of Sunday’s football games went down to the wire, setting up a rematch of a Super Bowl classic from just four years ago. Eli Manning and the New York Giants will look to best Tom Brady and the New England Patriots once again on Feb. 5 before 70,000 people in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis and an estimated 100 million watching on television. That’s... [Read more...]

Cook in the Kitchen on the Green

Posted on January 19, 2012 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
Kitchen on the Green

When pondering ways to get in shape, our first thoughts usually go towards the fitness center or the workout plan you started diligently for a few days before fading back to your normal routine. But we should be thinking about the food we eat. That means curbing any dependence on fast foods, eating less without growing hungry and paying better attention... [Read more...]

See the 2nd Annual Night of the Stars

Posted on January 17, 2012 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
City of Aurora Night of the Stars Talent Show

A historic landmark here in Aurora, the Fox Theatre has served as the city’s performing arts center for the past 25 years. They’ve achieved the goal of bringing new plays to the region suitable for adults and children. Home to the Aurora Fox Theatre Company and the Children’s Theatre Company, the 245-seat facility will host the 2nd Annual Night of the... [Read more...]

Great Steakhouses in Aurora

Posted on January 13, 2012 By Marcus (Edit) Leave a Comment
a steak and baked potato

If you have been trying to plan a romantic date night with that special someone, then consider going to the great steakhouses in Aurora. Enjoy the company of your loved one as you sit down and indulge in some amazing cuisine. The Summit Steak and Seafood House- (2700 South Havana Street, Aurora, CO) Enjoy your night out in a candle lit, romantic atmosphere.... [Read more...]

Sweep Through Safeway for the CCC

Posted on January 12, 2012 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
2nd Annual Grocery Cart Races

It’s a game-show with a novel concept that only lives in memory despite two incarnations. The original Supermarket Sweep ran for two seasons in the mid-1960s and the revival ran from 1990 to 1995. The game was basically the same with contestants answering questions before racing around aisles and dumping food in their cart. The same action on Jan. 24 will... [Read more...]

Where To Walk And Workout Near The Sanctuary

Posted on January 5, 2012 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
Walking the Treadmill at the Sanctuary

We offer a yoga class for residents at The Sanctuary at Tallyn’s Reach every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. There are many health benefits to participating in this ancient practice of controlled breathing, meditation and body poses like better circulation and oxygenation of the body which leads to lower blood pressure. Stretching your muscles helps to reduce the amount... [Read more...]

Family-Friendly Events Around Aurora

Posted on December 29, 2011 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
Harold and the Purple Crayon

Harold is over 60 years old, but remains a curious four-year-old boy with the power to create a world with just his purple crayon. His imagination has created numerous adaptations in books and television shows, but it all started from a simple 64 pages. You can hear how he creates that world while he goes for a walk at the Barnes and Noble at Aurora City Center... [Read more...]

‘Two Men Talking’ at Newman Center

Posted on December 27, 2011 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
Two Men Talking

There is free parking at all performances at the Newman Center for the Performing Arts. It’s just another reason to experience and become enriched by the cultural showcases available just a half-hour away south on E-470 to I-25 North. One of those performances will take place on Thursday, Jan. 19 when Paul Browde and Murray Nossel bring Two Men Talking to... [Read more...]

Ski Report: Winter Park and Beaver Creek

Posted on December 22, 2011 By mkester (Edit) Leave a Comment
Heading up Beaver Creek Mountain

A Winter Storm Warning may not sound like good news to anyone who has to leave The Sanctuary and go to work, but anyone who loves winter sports would think differently. Many smaller slopes have stayed closed due to the lack of precipitation on the mountains, but some are open if you’re searching for somewhere to show off your newest ski and snowboard equipment. Winter... [Read more...]