Brian Lebel’s Old West Auction, 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Denver Merchandise Mart, 451 E. 58th Ave., Denver; denveroldwest
A rootin’ tootin’ time.
Roy Rogers’ personal firearms and hunting collection will be auctioned Saturday. The gun collection includes his first belt, and double-holster rig; his gold-plated 101 Ranch revolvers; the shotgun Rogers bought from Clark Gable; and Dale Evans’ pearl-handled Colt. Vendors will offer vintage and contemporary Western Americana as well.
Buy or trade
Denver Underground Handmade Homemade Market, 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Green Spaces, 1368 26th St., Denver
Urban homesteading market.
This alternative market offers produce and other edibles locally grown and produced by non-commercial entrepreneurs. Buy or barter for garden produce, cooked food and handmade crafts, all are made by members of the Denver urban homesteading community.
Eatin’ university
Colorado Springs Food Tours, $65 per person, 3 to 6 p.m. Thursdays, and 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturdays, downtown Colorado Springs; details at coloradospringsfood
Belly up to the bar.
Here’s the equivalent of a tasting platter, with samples offered during visits to seven restaurants, cafes and food specialty shops in downtown Colorado Springs. The price includes samples of food and alcohol. Tickets must be reserved in advance, and alert tour director to dietary restrictions (vegetarian, kosher, etc.).
