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January in Denver – What to Do and See

Lisa Shultz — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 19:27:06 +0000

Be sure to visit the National Western Stock Show in Denver this January 6-21! The Stock Show is a big deal for Denver every January! Go see what all the fuss is about!

Coors Western Art Exhibit and Sale is not to be missed. You can see this fabulous collection of art on the third floor of the exhibit halls, which is included in your admission.

You may have missed the Stock Show Kick Off Parade, but you can see plenty of animals, shows, rodeo events, and exhibits that are fun for the whole family!

Check the schedule and make your plans!

If you are new to Stock Shows, learn the history, grab a ticket and go!

Happy Stock Show Days from Essential Denver!

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Dancing in Denver-Grizzly Rose

Lisa Shultz — Fri, 26 May 2023 22:37:17 +0000

The Grizzly Rose is a hot spot in Denver for country dancing and live music. It opened in 1989 and has been a popular spot for dancing, country music concerts, playing pool, and meeting up with friends. You can even try riding a mechanical bull if you are inclined.

I first went to the Grizzly Rose shortly after it opened and took my first country two-step lesson there. I fell in love with country dancing, and I enjoy meeting my dance friends at “The Rose” whenever I have the opportunity. Lately, I have enjoyed learning new line dances.

Wednesday nights they offer free lessons, and Thursday ladies drink free. Their concerts are usually on Friday nights, and they have live music most nights of the week. Sunday is family night, and all ages are allowed.

Their large hardwood dance floor is the focal point of their 40,000 square foot space. There is a $10 cover charge to enter. It can get really full after 9:00pm on weekends, so I typically go early to dance for a few hours before the hordes of young people pack the place.

Find out more and check their calendar of events and lessons at grizzlyrose.com

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Dancing in Denver-Denver Turnverein

Lisa Shultz — Fri, 17 Mar 2023 19:28:51 +0000

I love to dance at the Denver Turnverein, located at 1570 N. Clarkson St, Denver. I started lessons there years ago and have been a fan ever since!

The Denver Turnverein building is a Historic State Landmark listed in the State Register of Historic Properties. The building is of a distinctive Mediterranean architectural style, and the architect was George L. Boettcher. The beautiful dance hall measures approximately 4700 square feet, and in 1964, maple floors were installed in the main ballroom.

Built in 1921, the building was used for German culture, exercise, and a social club. Originally, the Turnverein was a gymnastic club. In German, “Turn” means gymnastic and “Verein” means club. It is currently a dance organization with a beautiful dance floor and offers lessons almost every night of the week.

“The Turn”, as the dancers often refer to it, offers dance lessons and social dances in five different styles: West Coast Swing, Ballroom Dancing, Argentine Tango, Country Dancing and Lindy Hop.

Membership of $15/year is a requirement to dance, and supports the organization. You may try it out once before joining and beginner lessons are often free. There is a cash bar as well. Find out more at denverturnverein.com

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