I was embarrassed to admit the term “sociocracy” was new to me. But Ann Long happily described it: a form of collective decision-making that’s not quite consensus, yet ensures all voices are heard. Each viewpoint […]
In the late 1960’s Juanita and Emilio Dominguez gave North Denver a great gift in their annual Las Posadas celebrations. Las Posadas means “The Inn,” in Spanish. For 9 nights before Christmas Eve, Juanita and […]
The winter season can be a difficult time each year – the shorter days and extended darkness, the cold weather driving us indoors, and the packed season of holidays that can create stress and pressure. […]
Don’t worry, it’s not your eyes, it’s Norwegian. “There is no bad weather, only bad clothes.” Getting outside is more important than ever. Vitamin D strengthens our immune systems and sunlight increases serotonin which boosts […]
The state legislature typically meets from mid-January through mid May of each year. When the need arises, however, the governor can call them into a special session to address specific needs. With federal gridlock, COVID-19 […]
As I look back on the last year, I see it marked by transformation. On Friday, March 13th, Denver Public Schools (DPS) closed for three weeks for the first time in history. Then, ten days […]
There’ll be a new bar in town come spring, and owners Billy and Christy Wynne want you to know that it is, in fact, a bar. “It’s not a juice bar, it’s not a cava […]
Through adversity comes innovation. There is no one who has been unaffected by the pandemic of 2020, but restaurants and bars have undoubtedly been hit the hardest. Expanded patios offered a summer respite for the […]
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