On the dot
The Junior League of Denver’s Second Time Shop is celebrating 40 years with a “Super Savings” season-finale sale. Spring and summer merchandise with a purple tag and dot is discounted 60 percent, and a green tag and dot equal 50 percent savings. The shop, located in the Happy Canyon Shopping Center, is a resale boutique offering new and gently used upscale clothing for men, women and children along with accessories and home décor. Proceeds benefit JLD’s goal of improving literacy in the Denver area. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. 5042 E. Hampden Ave., 303-789-4055,
The buddy system
Fort Collins Cat Rescue & Spay/Neuter Clinic has received 114 homeless cats and kittens since Aug. 1 from five rescue organizations in nearby states and Colorado. A “Back-to-School Buddies” sale through Aug. 30 includes a name-your-price for cats age 6 months and older and a $75 fee for kittens ages 8 weeks to 5 months. A toy, cat food and litter is included in a goodie bag. Call, visit the website or stop by the shelter for more information. 2321 E. Mulberry St., #1, Fort Collins, 970-484-8516,
Closet information
This is the last week of a “Sizzlin’ Summer Savings Sale” at Athena’s Closet, a plus-size women’s consignment shop specializing in size 14 and up. A majority of the shop — their motto is “Where all the goddesses shop” — has been discounted 75 percent through Aug. 31. This includes dresses, tops, jackets, shorts, jeans, swimwear, lingerie, accessories and jewelry. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. 5305 E. Colfax Ave., #B, 303-997-4336,
Add some bloom to your room
Select furniture, mirrors, art and accessories are included at the “Floor Model Sale” continuing through Aug. 31 at Bloom by Anuschka. Pieces are discounted 50 percent. Find flowers, gifts, jewelry and home decor at the boutique. 2353 E. Third Ave., 720-941-2862,
Get in the sewn zone
“First Come First Served” is the theme of the 50 percent off sale continuing through Aug. 31 at Sewn. Summer dresses, tops and skirts are included. They are also introducing some new fall looks including hoodies, raincoats and more. 18 S. Broadway, 303-832-1493,
Set sale for erie
Stop by the Arts and Crafts Sale presented by the Arts Coalition of Erie and the Easy Area Senior Advisory Committee from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 31 for a selection of old-time crafts, fiber arts, wood furniture, paintings and more. Don’t miss the nearby farmers market and live music. 625 Pierce St., Erie, 303-828-0353,
Day by day
Time is almost up for the fourth annual Simply Amish Craftsman Days Sale at Modern Bungalow ending Aug. 31. Simply Amish allows the University Hills Plaza store to offer an additional discount once a year. Fans of the American hardwood furniture can save 30 and sometimes 40 percent on pieces for the dining room, living room, bedroom and office. Ordered pieces will arrive before the holidays. 2594 S. Colorado Blvd., 303-300-3332,
Find some fun
Great Finds hosts another “Ladies Night Out” Aug. 29. Sales, giveaways and refreshments are included from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The store, the brainchild of the owners of the traveling boutique Sassy Stuff, offers new and vintage home décor including collectibles and furniture, restored décor, old signs, clocks, mirrors and more. Shoppers will also find candles, wine accessories and items from Sassy Stuff including jewelry, scarves, purses and accessories. 10311 S. Progress Way, S-3, Parker, 303-264-8934,
Free day this week
Aug. 27: Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St.,
Aug. 28: Molly Brown House Museum,
Each Monday, “Sale Insider” gives shoppers the inside scoop on store discounts and bargain events. Preference is given to retailers and events that have not been listed recently. To include a sale, e-mail living@denverpost.com 10-14 days in advance.
