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A gold mine of fun
Central City Days this weekend promises mining-, museum- and Victorian-era exploration along with family-friendly opera performances, a spooky historic cemetery crawl, local food and more. All-access day passes: $10-$15; weekend and VIP passes are available. centralcitydays
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Which hue for you?
Whether you enjoy cooking or shopping, historic downtown Louisville has something in your favorite color at a great price. The Louisville Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, is directly across the street from Switch Boutique, a charming new upscale women’s clothing consignment shop. Located at 840 Front St. and 901 Front St., respectively, in Louisville.
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Paddle power
Asian culture comes alive today during the 11th annual Dragon Boat Festival at Denver’s Sloan’s Lake. The festival’s colorful opening ceremony begins at 10 a.m. and includes a race-team parade, 75-foot dragon dance and much more. Performances, food, an Asian marketplace and the educational “Gateway to Asia” are festival highlights. 1700 Sheridan Blvd. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. today and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday.
Hear
Jazz in the park
The Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra is jamming from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday in City Park. Take advantage of this free concert series before it ends, as the last City Park Jazz show of the season — featuring Chris Daniels and the Kings — is next Sunday. City Park Pavilion on Ferril Lake, Colorado Boulevard at East 17th Avenue.
Celebrate
Polka, anyone?
This weekend is German Fest Denver, hosted by the Colorado Folk Arts Council. German food, beer, folk dancing and music characterize this festive event at the T.E.V. Edelweiss Pavilion in Morrison. Tickets are $15 at the door. Kids 12 and younger get in free.
