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Genghis Khan @ DMNS

realideal — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 23:20:34 +0000

Last night we hit up the new special exhibit on Genghis Khan at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. The exhibit has an impressive entry, as it’s all temperature controlled to help the artifacts survive overtime. It’s also very informative and I’ve been using my new found knowledge all day – did you know that Khan is very positively viewed in some other cultures as a just ruler? Check out the passports when you’re there and the musical entertainment.

Check it out: Online here where you can also take a quiz, watch the ad from DMNS about it (which I love) or enter a coloring contest with your kids. The museum is open to visit from 9 am to 5 pm and you can purchase tickets ahead of time online.

If you go, be sure to check out the other DMNS exhibits – my favorite so far is the Expedition Health.

Denver Daisy & Botanic Gardens

realideal — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 23:08:19 +0000

Last week I went to the Denver Botanic Gardens for Denver Technology day hosted by CSIA. The day was so-so but a lovely spot for such an event. And at the event I learned about the Denver Daisy, a flower created just for the city’s 150th anniversary. Plan on seeing more of these around town as the DNC fast approaches!

Also, check out the Botanic Garden’s hip online presence. You can read staff blog posts or find out basically anything about plants right here in Denver or right from your laptop. Or check their photo blog. Need a break from work? The Botanic Gardens offer wi-fi in a peaceful setting…

Summertime Funtime in Denver!

realideal — Fri, 23 May 2008 16:57:57 +0000

Looking for some fun summertime ideas that are a little out of the ordinary? Welcome to the Summertime Funtime Series. Posted on Fridays.

Part 1:

Venice on the Creek – June thru August, take a Gondola-esque tour of the Cherry Creek (often mistaken with the Platte). Open in the evenings for a historical boat ride or a candlelight romantic ride. Should run you about $30 for an hour. Check the site to make reservations.

Check out a free concert at Confluence Park on 15th and Platte. Usually the park has free movie night as well – but in 08 is suspending flicks for the DNC. Check back in 09 for River Flicks!

Visit Denver’s drive in theater! The 88 drive in (Cinderella City Drive in was closed last year ) Call 303-287-7717 for showtimes or visit their site. Here are directions.

See a movie at the Red Rocks Amphitheater – Film on the Rocks 2008. Schedule on site – movie choices this year include Fight Club, Shaun of the Dead, 40 YO Virgin, Labyrinth, Breakfast Club, Blade Runner, Purple Rain & Zoolander. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at Red Rocks.

Check back for more – items added all summer long!

Farm Fresh

Leslie — Wed, 21 May 2008 19:59:26 +0000

Grab your reusable bag, tote or basket and head toward your local farmers’ market!

We are well into May and farmers’ markets across the Front Range are opening for the season. It is still a little early to enjoy the rich and abundant produce you will find late summer months, it is still a chance to purchase locally grown flowers, veggies and sample various chesses, meats, breads, dips and herbs.

From Aurora to Boulder, South Pearl Street to Lonetree you can get your hands on local foods, treats and other goodies!

Check here for a major listing of farmers’ markets across the state.