The first carbon positive hotel lands in Denver

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Today in Denver:

• Colorado’s November ballot

• First carbon positive hotel

• New experiential retail hotspot

Let’s jump into it.

— Angelica Gomez

QUICK HEADLINES

🏢 From RiNo office to retail

Magnetic Capital and Trinity Investors just nabbed a 16,000-square-foot office building in RiNo, planning to transform it into an "experiential retail" hotspot. With RiNo's office vacancy rates sky-high, they're banking on a vibrant hangout space to breathe new life into the area.

🚊 RTD riders navigate growing disruptions

RTD riders are in for a rollercoaster ride with delays stacked upon delays, making even a quick commute feel like an eternity. As RTD scrambles to address track problems and station closures, frustrated commuters are left wondering if they'll ever reach their destination on time. With trains crawling through newly designated "slow-down zones" and buses facing cancellations and elevator malfunctions, getting around Denver has become a test of patience and resilience.

LOCAL BUSINESSES

📚 Tattered cover cancels today’s auction

The Tattered Cover's much-anticipated auction today was canceled, giving the beloved bookstore more time to find its next chapter's owner. The search for a new owner continues. Keep your bookmarks handy, Denverites – this literary saga isn't over yet!

🏩 The first carbon positive hotel in the U.S.

Get ready to be wined, dined, and dazzled at the new carbon positive Populus Hotel by Civic Center Park, opening this summer with two nature-inspired dining spots. Pasque and Stellar Jay, led by the talented Chef Ian Wortham, promise to serve up culinary delights with a side of sustainable, local charm.

SPORTS

⚾️ Rockies 5-4 win vs Twins

Cal Quantrill, snagged from Cleveland, proved to be a stellar offseason heist, shining in the Rockies’ 5-4 win over the Twins yesterday. All-Star hopefuls Ezequiel Tovar and Ryan McMahon ignited the offense with timely home runs, lifting the Rockies and keeping the game thrilling until the last out.

CIVIL

🗳 What’s on Colorado’s November ballot?

This November’s ballot in Colorado is packed with a range of initiatives, including two that have already qualified: a property tax cap and constitutional protections for abortion. Here's a breakdown of the measures referred by lawmakers over the past two years:

• New excise tax on gun and ammunition sales: A 6.5% tax to fund behavioral health, school safety, and violence victim support.

• Allowing the state to keep all taxes from sports betting: Retaining all sports betting tax revenue for water conservation projects.

• Earlier deadlines to set the ballot: Moving up petition deadlines by one week and requiring earlier publication of ballot measures.

• Removing the same-sex marriage ban from the state constitution: Eliminating the obsolete same-sex marriage ban from the constitution.

• No bail for defendants in first-degree murder cases: Making first-degree murder suspects ineligible for bail if prosecutors show a strong case.

• Setting up a judicial discipline board: Creating an independent board to handle judicial misconduct.

• Allowing more disabled veterans to access a state property tax exemption: Expanding the property tax exemption to cover more disabled veterans.

These measures reflect a wide array of issues and reforms that Colorado voters will consider in the upcoming election. Register to vote here.

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WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Pride Month

We pounded the streets of Denver to find Pride events so you don’t have to. We’ll share them here all month. Know a Pride event not listed? Submit one here.

🫶🏻 Juneteenth celebrations start this weekend

Juneteenth is next week, but celebrations begin this weekend, featuring a variety of events that honor African American heritage and history.

Upcoming Events:

• Juneteenth Jump-Off Jam: June 14 at Spangalang Brewery with DJ DEE Smooth and DJ Kimani.

• Juneteenth Music Festival: June 15-16 at 2701 Welton St., featuring Bow Wow, local vendors, and a parade.

• Juneteenth Music Festival After-Parties: June 15-16 at Mirus Gallery & Art Bar and Mile High Spirits.

• Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Juneteenth Lineup: June 14-15 with various panels and performances.

• Day-of Events:

  • Denver Museum of Nature & Science: SCFD free day with family activities.

  • Sie FilmCenter: Screening of “The Right to Read” documentary.

  • Creepatorium: “Wildest Dreams: A Juneteenth Burlesque Event.”

  • Sexploratorium: “Acts of Resistance: An Adult Showcase (Black Exclusive).”

Things To Do Today

🎻 Behind the Clock Concert with the Denver Chamber Music Festival
An unforgettable evening atop the Daniels and Fisher Clocktower in downtown Denver, where complimentary drinks, historic charm, and panoramic city views set the stage for a timeless concert experience. Today at 6:30PM for $65.

🎨 Intersections Lecture: Art & the Environment
Join artist and professor Regan Rosburg on a captivating journey blending art, ecology, and spirituality as she brings her 20 years of globe-trotting experience to the forefront, advocating for artistic voices to shine light on climate change, over-consumption, and our impact on the planet. Today at 6PM for $12.

🎤 Leo Skepi: In Leo We Trust
Join Leo Skepi for an electrifying and enlightening live show, where he'll unravel the mysteries of confidence, leaving you with a transformative mindset and the tools to conquer any challenge, all while answering burning questions in an unfiltered Q&A session! Today at 8PM for $45.

👧🏻 Water Exploration @ Children's Museum of Denver
Join our friends from Denver Water’s Youth Education team as they guide you on an exploration of water! Today at 10:30AM to 3PM.

🍻 💃🏻 Zach Bryan Pre Party
Line dancing, partner dancing, Zach Bryan's greatest hits, and ladies drink FREE from 9PM to 11PM! Free today at Mile High Spirits at 9PM.

🍒 East Colfax International Market
Come support your local small businesses and experience the flavors of our community! Live entertainment, vendors, and food trucks. Today at William McNichols Park at 5PM.

👧🏻 Hey Hey, Pre-K!
Calling all mini art enthusiasts and their guardians for a colorful adventure! Enjoy a Public Art tour filled with storytelling, chalk art, and plenty of giggles, starting at Sculpture Park with 'The Dancers' by Jonathan Borofsky and led by the fabulous Kim Kiefer. Today at 11AM for $5.

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THAT’S ALL FOR TODAY

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