Today. Can’t make it to Kentucky for the Derby? Celebrate in Denver with a mint julep in hand during big-screen viewing parties at the three LoDo’s Bar and Grill locations. Enjoy barbecue from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Customers also can enter to win Rockies tickets, an iPod and other prizes. There’s also a “best derby hat” contest and stick-horse races. 1946 Market St., Denver; 8545 S. Quebec St., Highlands Ranch; and 3053 W. 104th Ave., Westminster.
Keep ’em or throw ’em backToday. Want to treat Mom to a Mother’s Day fish dinner with your very own catch of the day? Head over to the Lafayette Recreation Department’s Opening Day Celebration at Waneka Lake Boathouse for a kids fishing derby and learn-to-fish clinics. A Raptors of the Rockies presentation kicks off the event at noon; paddleboats and canoes round out offerings. 1600 Caria Drive, Lafayette. Information: 303-673-9124Sheba R. Wheeler
