First Look Archives | Denver Westword https://www.westword.com The Leading Independent News Source in Denver, Colorado Tue, 19 May 2026 22:14:49 +0000 Tue, 19 May 2026 22:14:49 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.5 Copyright 2026 Westword. All rights reserved. This RSS file is offered to individuals, Westword readers, and non-commercial organizations only. Any commercial websites wishing to use this RSS file, please contact Westword. letters@westword.com (Westword Editor) web@voicemediagroup.com (Westword Webmaster) https://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss https://www.westword.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/09/general-feed-rss.jpg Denver Westword The Leading Independent News Source in Denver, Colorado https://www.westword.com 144 90 Meet Donna McGinnis, Denver Botanic Gardens’ new CEO https://www.westword.com/arts-culture/meet-donna-mcginnis-denver-botanic-gardens-new-ceo-40888168/ https://www.westword.com/?p=40888168 Kristen Fiore https://www.westword.com/arts-culture/meet-donna-mcginnis-denver-botanic-gardens-new-ceo-40888168/#respond Tue, 19 May 2026 16:05:30 -0600 Arts & Culture

She started the job in February, following a search to fill the position after the death of longtime CEO Brian Vogt.

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To find it, enter through the Glory Hole.

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Denver's newest independent bookstore opens its doors — and a new era for Larimer Square.

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The Sie FilmCenter on East Colfax got the new enhancements to its seats, sound system, and screens after a $500,000 investment.

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Meet FiNO, the bar and restaurant inside the revamped All Inn Hotel.

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The event is back by popular demand after 70,000 people attended last year.

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Petit Chelou offers a playful tasting menu experience housed inside Hop Alley.

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"We need to be a beacon this year more than ever.”

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Take a peek inside...

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Former Tattered Cover CEO Kwame Spearman opens up a new literary locale with a focus on community.

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