Summer of blooms
The Flower Bin Garden Center & Nursery is hosting its annual three-day Summer Festival June 19-21. Guests can save 20 percent storewide on annuals, perennials, herbs, roses, hanging baskets, shrubs and more. Hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 19-20 and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 21. Special festivities include a petting zoo 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 20-21 and free hot dogs and drinks 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 20-21. 1805 Nelson Road, Longmont, 303-772-3454,
Olly olly toxin free
“Go green this Father’s Day” is the theme of a sale offered June 15-21 at Aillea, a beauty retail shop in Larimer Square. Those who spend $200 or more on their lines of toxin-free products including Rahua, Dr. J Organics, Suki and Josh Rosebrook, will save 20 percent. The store carries an extensive line of makeup, skincare, fragrances, bath and body and hair products along with gifts for men and women. 1408 Larimer St., Suite 102, 303-997-6209,
Kitty city
Golden’s Foothills Animal Shelter has reduced the cost of adopting cats age 6 months and older to $10 in June. “Catch the Summer Fun with a New Friend!” is offered in connection with Adopt-a-Shelter-Cat Month. The fee includes a health check, spay or neuter, microchip and vaccinations. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Stop by, call or visit the website for details. 580 McIntyre St., Golden, 303-278-7575,
Free days this week
June 19: The Fine Arts Center, Colorado Springs,
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.
