This showcase occurs each year and you can see the many colors of orchids until February 19.

In addition to seeing the orchids, there are three art exhibits in the Freyer-Newman Building. 

Plan your visit and enjoy a respite from winter!

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! 

Botanic Gardens-Make reservations for Blossoms of Light and stroll the grounds for a magical experience.

Brown Palace Hotel-See the eloquently decorated lobby and consider making a reservation for tea.

City and County Building-Look at this beautiful building from Civic Center Park and walk right up to the nativity scene at the entrance to the building. Also enjoy the Mile High Christmas Tree and Christkindlmarket.

Union Station-Check out the main terminal Christmas tree and sip a drink upstairs at the Cooper Lounge.

The Denver Chalk Art Festival has collaborated with CherryArts, which strives to provide access to art experiences and supports arts education in Colorado. The artists are a mixture of those who have been crafting chalk art for decades and new artists.

This year, visitors were able to enjoy strolling the streets watching the artists create beautiful pieces while also grabbing a meal from a food truck or listening to live music. Then the rain came on Sunday afternoon and washed it all away. Such is the risk of chalk art and Colorado weather!

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.

This beautiful red sandstone mansion is located on Denver’s Millionaires Row and is a block away from the Molly Brown House Museum. The former Keating House was built in 1891 just before the silver crash of 1893 by Jeffery and Mary Keating. The mansion has a rich and interesting history. It remained a family mansion until 1923, and then it became the Buena Vista Hotel. Over the years, it went through numerous transformations of uses. In 1994 it became an inn. Carl S. Schmidt II bought the mansion in 2001. As owner and chef, he continues to preserve and maintain this National Landmark.

There are eight guestrooms in this inn, each named for a Colorado wildflower. I stayed in the Shooting Star Room, which was delightful. Breakfast was served from 7:30-9:30am. I enjoyed fresh fruit and yogurt as I sipped my coffee from a French Press. The main menu changes daily. On the morning of my stay, the main course was an egg soufflé with bacon and a croissant. It was delicious.

Located at 715 S. Forest St. in Denver, this park is perfect for a family outing. I love touring this historical location. My favorite part is the old house. Guides take guests through each room explaining the history of how the house came to be and how it evolved over the years.

Brothers Jonas and Samuel Brantner built a two-story log cabin along Cherry Creek in 1859, and in 1860 Mary Cawker bought it and turned it into an Inn with dancing on the second floor. Mary Cawker sold the house to Millie and Levi Booth in 1866. The Booths became beekeepers and built a bee house on the property. In 1870, the railroad arrived in Denver from Cheyenne, which ended the stagecoach route. The Booths then turned their efforts to farming.

In 1941, the Four Mile House officially became a historic monument. Denver designated it as a landmark in 1968, and it was listed a Registered Historic Place in 1969. It is a special place of significance in Denver’s history, and we are lucky that is it so well preserved and cared for.

I received a massage gift certificate from my kids for my birthday, and I scheduled the appointment on a quiet Sunday morning. As I arrived, I admired the stately Merritt House, a 10-bedroom Victorian home. The interior was charming and welcoming for my birthday treat.

After I settled into my robe and sandals, I waited in the quiet room and enjoyed fruit-infused water and a nut snack. I had a very professional massage and was happy with the overall experience of my time at Woodhouse. They also offer a variety of facial treatments and products.

Located at 1400 Larimer St., Denver, this restaurant is convenient for a pre-theater meal because it is walking distance from the Denver Center of Performing Arts. The ambiance is colorful inside, and the food is presented artistically. Recently, I made a reservation prior to an 8:00pm show and was able to experience this bee inspired menu.

We began with Margarita Flores, a hibiscus-infused blanco tequila, lime local honey, sal de chapuline, and honeycomb. We added guacamole, salsa and chips, which were not officially associated with the bee menu. Next up on the Viva Abeja’s selection was Charred Pear and Avocado Salad and Enchiladas Doradas, which were delightful and delicious! We also tried the other bee-themed margarita, the honey lavender margarita, which contained blanco tequila, lime, honey, lavender, crème de violette, and triple sec.