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Denver Update: Weekly News Summary
May 2 - 8, 2008
Find out what's happening in Denver city government.
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Get your weekly review of City news, issues and events in two ways. Watch the Denver Update video program or read the weekly summary. Both options are, right here online. You may also Subscribe to receive notices of weekly updates. Each program brings you the details and happeinings that will help you participate in local civic affairs and know about the week ahead. |
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Denver Justice Center Gains Green Award
Post Office/Parking Garage Achieves Silver LEED Rating
| The new Denver Justice Center complex has received a final SILVER LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, rating from the US Green Building Council (USGBC).
“This building is a perfect example of sustainable construction practices that can help us significantly reduce that impact,” said Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper. LEED promotes a whole-building approach to sustainability by recognizing performance in five key areas of human and environmental health.
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Denver Completes In-Depth Mortgage Study
Primary Research Project Provides New Perspectives on Denver Foreclosures
| A new 81-page report, titled Understanding Mortgage Foreclosures in Denver, is helping city managers gain a greater understanding of the underlying causes for the rapid rise in residential mortgage foreclosure filings in Denver. The Denver Office of Economic Development (OED) has published the in-depth study of impacts on the City and County of Denver. |
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Free Tax Preparation
For Families Earning Less than $40,000
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through April 15 - Help hard-working low-income families with their tax return preparation. This assistance will claim tax refunds from the Earned Income Tax Credit.
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"African-Americans in Politics: Film From Then to Now!"
2008 Film Series: Celebrating Black History Month
| through February - The Denver Public Library is showing a series of movies to Celebrate Black History Month. All showings are free and open to the public and will be at the Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library, 2401 Welton St. For more information, call 720-865-2401. |
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Martin Luther King Day Events
City Celebrates With Marade and Rodeo
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First observed in 1986, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day will be observed this year on Monday, January 21. The city of Denver will be celebrating this memorable day with a variety of events, including the Marade and African-American Rodeo of Champions.
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Cultural Visioning 2028 Town Hall Meeting
What will Denver’s cultural environment look like in 20 years?
 January 29 - Denver is being described as a city in the midst of a cultural renaissance. Broad community input is critical to DOCA’s thinking about the future of arts and culture in Denver. During the 90-minute presentation and discussion, attendees will glimpse the future and have the chance to share their reactions and insights. No RSVP required.
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Talk Back to Your TV
| January 17 - The City conducts a Biennial Performance Evaluation of Comcast at 6:30pm in the Webb Municipal Building. The Denver Office of Telecommunications seeks input from cable customers about the value of their Comcast cable service - you can fill out the online comment form. The proceedings will be cablecast live on Denver 8 TV. |
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Free Vegetable Seeds and Transplants Program
Applications Due February 4, 2008
| Don’t miss out on your chance to order FREE vegetable seeds and transplants. Applications are now available to Denver residents who meet low to moderate-income guidelines. Applications can be picked up at nearly 35 distribution centers (recreation centers, churches and senior centers). |
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The 2008 Democratic National Convention
comes to Denver in August.
Select logo for more information
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Cultural Events Calendars
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Denver365.com
Visit Denver's cultural events calendar for the best activities that Denver has to offer.
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Other Events and Calendar Listings
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Arts to Zoo - Colorado's Guide to Cultural Events and Organizations - by the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District [SCFD]
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Downtown Denver Events, events within the Downtown Denver area that celebrate, cultural diversity, community pride and the visual, performing and culinary arts.
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Social calendar and other events for Colorado's nonprofit organizations
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Denver Cultural Facilities
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Denver Art Museum - World-class art collection and special events, shopping, great food, and more. |
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Denver Botanic Gardens - Spectacular 23-acre urban oasis offers an unforgettable artistic garden experience and education.
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Denver Museum of Nature and Science - Natural wonders of Colorado, Earth, and the universe. - Leading resource for informal science education.
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Denver Zoo is home to nearly 4,000 animals representing over 700 species and is one of the most popular zoos in the United States. |
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