Star sightings
Almost every month, on the Saturday nearest the first quarter moon, the Denver Astronomical Society hosts an Open House at the University of Denver’s historic Chamberlin Observatory (2930 E. Warren Ave.). The next one is at 7 p.m. Oct. 17. Guests can view the heavens through the observatory’s famous 20-inch telescope for $2 per person or $5 per family. Plus, society members set up their own telescopes to share for free with anyone interested in taking a look at stars, planets, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters and more.
Party on!
Chili’s celebrates the 21st birthday of its top-selling drink, the Presidente Margarita, with a great deal. On Oct. 21, try one for $5 and chips and salsa for just 21 cents at participating restaurants. (Nondrinkers can order the chips and salsa by itself — no margarita purchase required.) The signature beverage includes Presidente brandy, an ingredient aged for three years in white oak and not found in most margarita recipes.
Santa savings
It’s never too early to start planning for the holidays, especially when it involves saving money. Through Oct. 25, Hallmark Gold Crown is holding its annual preseason stock-up at participating stores. During the sale, many items are buy-one-get-one-free, including Hallmark holiday greeting cards (up to $2.99), holiday boxed cards (of equal or lesser value), holiday stationery ($4.95 to $16.95), stackable Cubeez ($7.95), Crafters & Co. candles and wax melts ($3.95 to $24.95), gift ornaments ($8.95 to $9.95) and holiday gift wrap ($1.49 to $7.99). No mixing and matching, and the free item must be of equal or lesser value.
Good mornin’
Oatmeal fans may want to make Whole Foods Market one of your morning stops for the next week or so. Through Oct. 27, get a small oatmeal from its hot bar for just 25 cents until 10 a.m. daily. There’s no limit, so bring the family or grab a few extras for co-workers.
Take your best shot
For those without health insurance, getting vaccinated for the flu doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. HealthONE is offering free flu shots at its Northwest ER (11230 N. Benton St. in Westminster, 720-460-3900) and Northeast ER (12793 Holly St. in Thornton, 303-280-6640), while supplies last. Stop in and receive a free adult flu vaccine — just tell the front desk staff you’re there for a flu shot. The offer is available through Oct. 31: Thursday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. No appointments accepted.
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