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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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Street Sweeping
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through Oct - Show your pride and move your ride, to keep Denver clean! Check the posted red and white signs for street sweeping parking restrictions. There are two ways to help remember your street sweeping day. Select Read More or photo.
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LIGHTS OUT for EARTH HOUR
 March 29 - Mayor John Hickenlooper is urging residents and businesses of Denver to help make Earth Hour 2008 a success by switching off lights and non-essential appliances for one hour from 8 to 9 p.m. local time.. Earth Hour will bring millions of people around the world and across the United States together to make a strong statement about energy use and the environment. |
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Doors Open Denver
City Celebrates 150 Years of Denver Architecture
| April 12 & 13 - 2008 will be the 150th anniversary of the founding of Denver. Doors Open Denver 2008 celebrates by opening doors on each decade with buildings characteristic of various eras by important Denver architects. |
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Summer Jobs for Young People 16 - 21
 March 25 - Local youth need look no further for summer employment than the Governor’s Summer Job Hunt Tuesday. The Governor’s Summer Job Hunt assists young adults, ages 16 to 21, by matching their skills, interests and work experience with appropriate employers.
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Best Spring Break Ever, Denver Art Museum Is Free for Kids
Family friendly festivities kick off on Saturday, March 22, through Sunday, March 30  Spring fever is in full swing at the Denver Art Museum (DAM) during its 2008 Best Spring Break Ever. The DAM is FREE FOR KIDS 18 and under, Saturday, March 22, through Sunday, March 30, 2008. During the festivities, the Museum will unveil special art-inspired activities for the entire family. For more information, visit www.denverartmuseum.org or call 720-865-5000.
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Creative Business Expo
One-stop Opportunity to Grow and Stabilize Creative Businesses
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March 8 – The 3rd annual Building Creative Businesses Expo offers Denver’s creative community a “one-stop” opportunity to learn about the various City, non-profit and for-profit resources available and skill-building workshops to help grow and stabilize creative businesses.
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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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