Capitol Hill

Sexy Pizza's vegan options get us hot and bothered

Denver has plenty for the discerning plant-based diner, especially pizza. This town has so many good vegan pies that it's getting increasingly tough to pick a favorite. One thing we know for sure: The vegan and vegetarian pizzas at Sexy Pizza are swoon-worthy, especially on that delectable, decaden ... More >>

Hugo's Colorado Beer & Spirits opens today in Capitol Hill, selling only craft beer and spirits

Hugo's Colorado beer & Spirits opened today in Capitol Hill, just in time to catch the last part of the holiday liquor store rush -- something that should help owner Joe-Michael Wright catch up after permitting delays that have held him up since October. See also: - Freshcraft, Right Coast Pizza of ... More >>

Reader: There's nothing "strange" about nudism

Websites are not the only way to get news about Denver. We love learning about this city by reading the fliers posted on billboards and light posts around town -- fliers that usually hype band gigs, advertise garage sales, or lament lost pets. One flier in particular caught our eye last week. It was ... More >>

Tonight: Restaurants dress up for Halloween

Happy Halloween! Here's a taste of restaurant parties that should be a real treat this evening -- and if you know of any other culinary events worthy of attention today, share the information in the comments section below:

Who's stealing all the tiny shopping carts at King Soopers?!

J. Diego Frey's Pocketbucket Lists: Get a slice at Lighthouse Writers Workshop

If you're a typical Denver Tom, Dick or Harry, there's a chance you have no idea what goes on at Lighthouse Writers Workshop, a haven for the literary ensconced in the historic Milheim Mansion in Capitol Hill. But the first annual Lighthouse Writers Workshop Community Book Fair -- two days of free ... More >>

Turkey legs at the Capitol Hill People's Fair

In Colorado, nothing says "summer" as much as a big mouthful of turkey leg. Photographer Nick Callaio went to the Capitol Hill People's Fair this weekend and caught dozens of those people dining on big hunks of bird.

Ten things to do for $10 this weekend, June 1-3, 2012

It's should be a beautiful weekend in the neighborhood, and not just because there's a Mister Rogers-themed exhibit opening. From yoga in the park to yet another adult prom to a variety of innovative art shows, this weekend is full of things to do that won't cost more than $10. So get out there, enj ... More >>

Scoop up the best cone in town at Skoops Ice Cream & More

Skoops Ice Cream & More didn't make our list of the best ice cream parlors in Denver, mostly because we gave precedence to spots that make their own ice cream.

UMX Band Auditions at Benders Tavern

For roughly eight hours yesterday, Bender's Tavern hosted day one of the UMX, round after round of speed-dating style auditions for the upcoming 41st Annual Capitol Hill People's Fair. Having only two songs or ten minutes to prove themselves, scores of acts busted out their A-material, performing fo ... More >>

Last call for Music Bar and Gabor's

Reader: Gabor's regulars may be sad that the bar's closing, but neighbors are celebrating

​Of all the restaurant/bar closings that have been announced recently, none have caused the outpouring of comments that followed the relevation that Gabor's, a Capitol Hill institution, will be closing sometime this month. Fans are lamenting the end of an old-time joint with one of the greates ... More >>

Wild Eggs packs in families for its twist on breakfast and brunch

Lori Midson​If starting a weekend morning fighting hordes of hipsters while you wait for a breakfast table sounds like your idea of hell, you'll want to avoid Jelly, a Capitol Hill spot with a fun menu that I review this week. But there are many other breakfast and brunch places in this city t ... More >>

Jelly's breakfast is worth waiting for among hungover hipsters

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Carmelo Anthony's return to Denver at risk due to NBA lockout, cancelled games

Melo & LaLa.​Denver blog posts have calcium for strong teeth and bones. Denver Stiffs' Andrew Feinstein notes that all NBA games have been canceled through November 14 -- and Melo's supposed to play here on November 16. If a solution isn't found soon, his homecoming game could be gone... Col ... More >>

Reader: "Capitol Hill's vibrancy depends on being able to attract a wide spectrum of residents"

Comment of the day: Why did the People's Fair choose Miller?

​While most folks go to festivals like the Capitol Hill People's Fair mostly for the bouncy-castle and the shirtless ambiance, Bree Davies is partial to the finer points of festival vending, like hats for dogs and paintings of sheep in trench-coats; in her recap of the fair yesterday, she brou ... More >>

Pizza Fusion alleviates liquor license worries and looks to hold its grand opening in June

Lori Midson​The first Colorado outpost of Florida-based Pizza Fusion officially opened to the public two weeks ago, offering healthy options that include pizzas, salads and desserts made from organic ingredients. Since then, the spot has been working out the kinks in anticipation of a grand op ... More >>

Over the Weekend: Keeping the American dream alive at the Rodeo

Git along, li'l cowboys.​Living in Denver -- especially if you live in Capitol Hill, as I do -- it can be easy to forget that, despite our fancy skyscrapers and hoity-toity public art, we still living in the wild American West, if a slightly more urbane one in within the blue insulation of the ... More >>

Lost and found pets posters reveal secret lives of Dorkus and Moses: Kenny Be's Sign Language

Ruby Hill runaway may be in search of a new name.​ They may be the raggedy-pant-tramp of the dog world, but even an American Bulldog has too much dignity to tolerate being called "Dorkus." While it may sound cute while playing fetch, the name starts to sound like Bulldog bullying when used wit ... More >>

Potager is back in action with a new menu after a summer vacation

​Get ready to enjoy the bounty of Potager's garden and local farms. The Capitol Hill restaurant has returned from a two and a half week summer vacation, and with its reopening, brings a new menu bursting with seasonal summer faves like corn, eggplant, cucumber, tomatoes and peaches. Take a lo ... More >>

Bedbug alley mattress faces longer wait for large-item pickup: Kenny Be's Sign Language

Full-sized photos below​The proliferation of large items seen lining Denver alleys would seem to indicate that residents are just itching to complain about the lack of pickup service. Budget cuts have forced the city's solid-waste-management department to scale back service from once every six ... More >>

A grimy little piece of Denver's musical history scrubbed clean

​ Alright, get an eyeful of this picture. Take it all in. Notice anything wrong? Look closer. What about now? Right. Exactly. There's nothing wrong. In fact, the building in this photo has ample curb appeal, wouldn't you say? Precisely. And that's what has us dismayed.

Big Oil slime responsible for slick Capitol Hill Apartment design: Kenny Be's Sign Language

Photo by Kenny BeClassic gas station graphics will keep residents pumped in good times and bad.​ The Deepwater Horizon oil spill off the coast of Louisiana is currently called a "disaster," but that will change with time. Because Americans love petroleum more than life itself, they will no do ... More >>

The Westword.com blog shortcut, May 8, 2009

Photo by Adam PerryThey're not quite Dead... Big as life. Today in Backbeat Online: • Last night: The Dead at the Pepsi Center. • The 38th annual CHUN Capitol Hill People's Fair line-up announced. • 3OH!3 breaks top ten on Billboard Hot 100. • Freaky Friday: "Obama Flashback" -- Autotune t ... More >>

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Going to UMX 2009 this weekend at Bender's Tavern? Here's the line-up.

This weekend, Bender's Tavern is going to be jumpin as the bar plays host to the 2009 edition of the Ultimate Music Experience, a two-day audition in which eighty or so bands showcase in hopes of landing a slot at this year's Capitol Hill People's Fair, the two-day extravaganza slated to take place ... More >>

Get some Sweet Action on Broadway

Do you long for baklava, adzuki red bean or garam masala ice cream? Your wait will end one week from Friday when Sweet Action Ice Cream opens at 52 Broadway. The space, formerly occupied by Fahrenheit Books, will be shared with Twisted Sol, the tattoo shop moving down from Capitol Hill.Besides the f ... More >>

Yes we can: March for MLK and donate to end hunger

We have a dream -- that no one in Colorado will go hungry today. For the first time, the Martin Luther King Jr. Colorado Holiday Commission has partnered with Food Bank of the Rockies, by hosting a soup/chili food and fund drive at the beginning and conclusion of today's Marade in honor of MLK. Colo ... More >>

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Buddhist/Christian Contemplation Hour

This Week's Day-by-Day Picks

A Capitol Day

’Tis the season to celebrate at Capitol Hill Books.

Take Your Best Shot

Mezcal gets in the flow of Capitol Hill

Groovy, Man

Posters from the hippie era radiate good vibes

Free For All

Highlighting the week's greatest gratis event

Just Do It

Choose your own adventure this New Year's Day.

A Mite Christmas

The Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys opens the door to holidays past.

Hit Pick

Dead Heaven Cowboys

Backwash

The City Council votes on the side of youth and music.

Take Cover

Ed Thomas shoots from the hip, but this former cop just might have enough brass to be mayor.

The Hill Gets Steeper

Art is in the eye of the title holder for Triton Properties.

Sounds Like Fun!

Shag: Brit-Pop a Go Go

Giant Steps

Building Community Through Dance and Speaking of Dance

Kings of the Hill

Officers O'Bannon and Duncan have racked up an amazing number of Capitol Hill drug busts. And citizen complaints.

Fifteen Minutes of Fame

Thrills for the week

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