Something's gotta give...

and for now, it is DiD.
The reality is that I can either keep up with getting the best deals for my family OR I can blog about it, but not both just now.
So DiD  is going MIA for now.  Thanks for the support, hot tips, and for linking to us in the past - keep hunting for those great Deals In Denver!

A lot can change in a week!

Well, I could have added "have baby" to my list of activities last weekend - because little Cooper joined the family on Sunday evening!

All is well at the Tree House, and DiD is going to take a little break while we enjoy some family time.

NEVER FEAR - here are some of the sites that make finding Deals in Denver a snap:

Mile High On The Cheap

Things To Do in Denver When You're Dead Broke

Denver Bargains (and the sister site, Springs Bargains)

(I will add to this list as I get time - but baby snuggles are taking priority right now.)

Get your snack fix for free!

No Foolin' here - tomorrow, April 1st, from 3pm-8pm you can stop by King soopers for a free bag of Frito Lay chips - no coupon needed!

Mmmm - chips.

DAM that's a good way to spend Spring Break!

March 26-April 2 ther Denver Art Museum is offering free general admission to all kids 17 and under, as part of their "Best Spring Break Ever" program.  The Museum also has special family-friendly activities planned, so get more info here and plan your day at DAM.

Don't forget your free breakfast!

Don't forget, tomorrow is Free Breakfast Wednesday at participating Chick-fil-A stores, so stop in and grab your free Sausage Biscuit during breakfast hours.
Get more details here.

Free Bagel and Cream Cheese!

Print this coupon and head for your nearest Bruegger's Bagel's location - it is good through March 24th so you have a couple of days to get your free bagel on!
(Mmmmm, bagel.)

Weekender

Wow - that whole week just kind of slipped away from me in a haze, and it is Weekender time again already!
This weekend for us is all about completing registries and heading for the car seat inspection station at our hospital to make sure that I wrenched that thing down into my seat correctly.  (Gotta keep the Cub safe and sound in his ride!)

What else is up around town (aside of more BEAUTIFUL weather that makes me so happy, of course)?

3/18-3/19 - This one is a whopper, people - it is time for the Just Between Friends Consignment Sale (actually, they call it an "Event,") at the Douglas County Fairgrounds.  It is a BIG one - lots of families selling - lots of deals to be had. Go here for all the info on location, hours, etc.
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3/18- Santa Fe Arts District hosts 3rd Friday events (the calmer, less crowded answer to bustling 1st Fridays around town.) Perfect weather to stroll around and pop in to galleries to meet artists, snack on some food, and sip on some wine in a relaxed atmosphere.
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3/19 - If you have safety on the brain like I do lately, you can head for Dick's Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City and take part in a free 45 minute First Aid Training and CPR basics class (not for certification,) with classes starting at 11AM, noon, 1PM and 2PM.  This is a great way to brush up or start getting a feel for the basics! Get more information here and sign up for this event, part of Gabrielle Giffords Honorary Save-a-Life Saturday, a national event honoring Rep. Giffords and all of those involved in the Tuscon Tragedy.
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3/19 The Tattered Cover LoDo is hosting "Writers' Fest" this Saturday from 10am-12:30 pm. If you are a writer, would LIKE to be a writer, or have questions about the process involved,  this is your chance to listen to speakers, ask questions, and connect with area writers' groups and organizations around the area.
Go here for more details.
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3/19 - Is your little one crazy for Dinosaurs?  Well then head for Dinosaur Ridge in Morrison this Saturday at 10 am for Dinosaur Detectives, Footprint Frenzy. It will feature a short outdoor course on dinosaur footprints at the Visitor Center with a mini field trip up to the track site on Dinosaur Ridge - all free of charge.
The event is targeted at 6-9year olds, but all are welcome.  Dinosaur Ridge Website.
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Every Weekend:
Ruby Hill Rail Yard  gives you a chance to ski and board even if you can't get up the hill! This popular Denver snow terrain park also features free equipment rental for kids - get all the details and location here.
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Fridays - Same old Friday night Happy Hour got ya down? Looking for a healthy way to unwind and get your weekend started? YOU GOT IT! Thanks to Luluemon stores (like our location in Cherry Creek) who offer free Friday evening yoga events each week! Here is the info for this week's class. (oh look, there IS wine and chat afterwards. In yoga AND in life, balance is important.) There are locations in Boulder and Lone Tree as well, see the website for details.
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Fridays -Friday Night Live at Tony's Market Bistro is a fabulous way to enjoy some VERY reasonably priced drinks along with live music from 6p.m.-9p.m. Friday evening, and their rotating list of happy hour bites is always a step above your normal bar nosh! See here for current info.
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Saturdays- Amendment XXI in LoHi does free wine tastings every Saturday from 3pm-7pm. You can go here to get directions and subscribe to their mailing list so you can get info on upcoming tasting selections.
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Saturdays - Craving your farmer's market fix?  Good news, My Favorite FM is open year round! Denver Urban Homesteading's Market -Saturdays 9am-2pm. (The DUH farmer's market is also open Wed, Thur, Fri 1-6, too!)

Still searching for the perfect fun and frugal weekend activities?
Try these sites:
Denver365 Free Events page
Tattered Cover Bookstore Events

This weather has me getting excited for Farmers Market season - I love me some DUH indoor market action, but can't wait for the rest to start opening!
If you know of other fabulous and low-cost or free activities or events happening in and around the Mile High City this weekend, shout 'em out in the comments section below!
As always, if you have an upcoming event you would like listed in The Weekender (or any other tips for DiD,) email the details to :Keri@ItsTheAltitudeDenver.com

Weekender

WOO HOO for a glorious weekend of fabulous Colorado spring weather!! I am so excited - weather likes this can even make running errands a pleasure!
This weekend we also get to take our hospital tour and do all of our pre-registration forms, our little Cheese Curd's EDD is less than 5 weeks away!

What else is up around town that won't leave you with an empty wallet?  (Look at all the choices on Saturday! Better leave Sunday open for recovery!)

3/12 - Break out the green and prepare to start the St Patrick's Day celebration a bit early - this Saturday is the annual St Patty's day parade in Denver.  It kicks off at 10 am at 27th and Blake and winds its way through LoDo and Ballpark before finishing at Coors Field!  This one is ALWAYS a sight to be seen for all ages - with stepdancers, bands and bagpipers, and crazy floats, ours is actually one of the biggest St Patrick's Day parades in the country!  See their website for more information - and that's no blarney!
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3/12 - Saturday is a free admission day at the Colorado Railroad Museum!  This is a great one for the whole family and they only do 3 free days a year, so take advantage of the beautiful weather (there are outdoor portions, so a nice day is ideal for getting the most out of your visit,) and go check it out!  See their website for directions and more info.
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3/12 - Denver Parks and Recreation is hosting a City Wide Spring Art Show, featuring works by participants and instructors from Parks & Rec programs, with artist demos and refreshments on Saturday at Cook Park Rec Center (7100 Cherry Creek Drive South) from 9am.-3pm. You can call  720-865-0610 for more information.
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3/12 - Lowes Build and Grow Clinic offers the kiddos a chance to build and keep a free Shoot Around mini basketball hoop game this Saturday at 10am - go here to find a location near you and pre-register.
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3/12-3/14 - We have a few good consignment sales happening this weekend: 
*On Saturday from 10:30-2:30 the MOMS sale takes place at Douglas County Events Center - you can even like them on FB and get a coupon for free admission - see the MOMS website for more about the sale.
*Also on Saturday, STORM is having a sale, and this one is more North for those of you on that side of town - admission is $1.00 and the sale runs from 9am-noon. See details about location and sellers here.
 *Sunday and Monday beginning at 9am, the Your Kids' Closet Semi-annual sale is being held at the Wildlife Experience in Parker - and your $1.00 admission is also good for admission to the Wildlife Experience (a deal in itself,) so the whole family can shop AND have a look around! Their website has more details about hours, location, and deals to be found.
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Every Weekend:
Ruby Hill Rail Yard  gives you a chance to ski and board even if you can't get up the hill! This popular Denver snow terrain park also features free equipment rental for kids - get all the details and location here.
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Fridays - Same old Friday night Happy Hour got ya down? Looking for a healthy way to unwind and get your weekend started? YOU GOT IT! Thanks to Luluemon stores (like our location in Cherry Creek) who offer free Friday evening yoga events each week! Here is the info for this week's class. (oh look, there IS wine and chat afterwards. In yoga AND in life, balance is important.) There are locations in Boulder and Lone Tree as well, see the website for details.
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Fridays -Friday Night Live at Tony's Market Bistro is a fabulous way to enjoy some VERY reasonably priced drinks along with live music from 6p.m.-9p.m. Friday evening, and their rotating list of happy hour bites is always a step above your normal bar nosh! See here for current info.
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Saturdays- Amendment XXI in LoHi does free wine tastings every Saturday from 3pm-7pm. You can go here to get directions and subscribe to their mailing list so you can get info on upcoming tasting selections.
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Saturdays - Craving your farmer's market fix?  Good news, My Favorite FM is open year round! Denver Urban Homesteading's Market -Saturdays 9am-2pm. (The DUH farmer's market is also open Wed, Thur, Fri 1-6, too!)

Still searching for the perfect fun and frugal weekend activities?
Try these sites:
Denver365 Free Events page
Tattered Cover Bookstore Events

If you know of other fabulous and low-cost or free activities or events happening in and around the Mile High City this weekend, shout 'em out in the comments section below!
As always, if you have an upcoming event you would like listed in The Weekender (or any other tips for DiD,) email the details to :Keri@ItsTheAltitudeDenver.com

Celebrate 40 years of Starbucks with free dessert!

Today, tomorrow, and Saturday, from 2-5pm, Starbucks is celebrating it's 40th anniversary
 by offering a free petite dessert with each handcrafted drink purchase!  See their video here for all the info.

If you are near Capitol Hill

The King Soopers (yes, you know the nick name, the one at 9th and Corona,) is still having some great deals in honor of their grand reopening.
I am still in mourning over the old floor plan that I knew with my eyes closed, but it has been worth it to skip my usual trip to the fancy new (complete with Liquor section) KS on Leetsdale and hit up this neighborhood stand by just to get the deeper discounts for the grand reopening.
This week (through March 15) B/S chicken breasts are $1.69 lb at that location only!  This is "shameless hording" pricing for me - so look out if you see a little blonde pregnant lady filling her cart!

Free Breakfast Wednesdays at Chick-fil-a

Stopping into a Chick-fil-a location during breakfast on Wednesdays during March will score you a tasty and free breakfast treat - tomorrow is Chickn Minis!
(You may want to call to make sure the location near you is participating.)

◦March 2nd: Free Spicy Chicken Biscuit
(sorry I missed this last week)
◦March 9th: Free 3-count Chickn Minis

◦March 16th: Free Chicken Biscuit

◦March 23: Free Sausage Biscuit

◦March 30: Free Spicy Chicken Biscuit

Free Beauty Bag from Target.com

A little something to brighten your dreary Monday morning - go here and answer a few quick questions (multiple choice,) and Target will send you a free cosmetic bag with samples and savings stuffed inside!

YAY!!
(Thanks B for this hot tip!)

Weekender

YAY WEEKEND!!!  I continue my marathon of baby preparation this weekend, starting some big batches of food to split into freezable portions, and washing all of the itty-bitty cutie little clothes I have received so that the little guy will have snuggly soft and fresh duds to spit up on when he arrives.  :)
What else is going on around the Mile High City this weekend?

3/4 - It's First Friday in Denver's art districts!!  So take your pick - you can't go wrong - Santa Fe, RiNo,  The Golden Triangle, Tennyson St,  The Navajo, there are so many to choose from - so pick a new spot or visit an old fave for First Friday this month!
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3/5 - Home Depot's Kids' Workshop this weekend gives the little ones a chance to build their very own race car! VROOM VROOM!!  It is a  model of the #20 Home Depot Nascar - go here for more info about time and to find a Home Depot near you.
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3/5 - The Convention Center is the location for a free Diabetes Expo this Saturday, featuring speakers, screenings, demos and more - all free of charge!  Go here for all the information.
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3/5 - It is a Free Admission day at the Denver Art Museum and DAM, I am excited! (He he he... it never gets old to me.)  General admission is free for every one (specially ticketed exhibits are extra,) thanks to sponsor Target! Get all the info here.
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Denver Restaurant Week continues this weekend, with  LOADS of area restaurants offering special menu meals for 2 for $52.80.  This can be a great deal, or (in this humble blogger's opinion,) a not-
so-great deal, depending on the restaurant you choose.  Get more information at the event website.



Every Weekend:
Ruby Hill Rail Yard  gives you a chance to ski and board even if you can't get up the hill! This popular Denver snow terrain park also features free equipment rental for kids - get all the details and location here.
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Fridays - Same old Friday night Happy Hour got ya down? Looking for a healthy way to unwind and get your weekend started? YOU GOT IT! Thanks to Luluemon stores (like our location in Cherry Creek) who offer free Friday evening yoga events each week! Here is the info for this week's class. (oh look, there IS wine and chat afterwards. In yoga AND in life, balance is important.) There are locations in Boulder and Lone Tree as well, see the website for details.
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Fridays -Friday Night Live at Tony's Market Bistro is a fabulous way to enjoy some VERY reasonably priced drinks along with live music from 6p.m.-9p.m. Friday evening, and their rotating list of happy hour bites is always a step above your normal bar nosh! See here for current info.
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Saturdays- Amendment XXI in LoHi does free wine tastings every Saturday from 3pm-7pm. You can go here to get directions and subscribe to their mailing list so you can get info on upcoming tasting selections.
___________________________
Saturdays - Craving your farmer's market fix?  Good news, My Favorite FM is open year round! Denver Urban Homesteading's Market -Saturdays 9am-2pm. (The DUH farmer's market is also open Wed, Thur, Fri 1-6, too!)

Still searching for the perfect fun and frugal weekend activities?
Try these sites:
Denver365 Free Events page
Tattered Cover Bookstore Events

If you know of other fabulous and low-cost or free activities or events happening in and around the Mile High City this weekend, shout 'em out in the comments section below!
As always, if you have an upcoming event you would like listed in The Weekender (or any other tips for DiD,) email the details to :Keri@ItsTheAltitudeDenver.com

Consignment Sales

 Denver Bargains (fabulous sister site of Springs Bargains, where I have been lurking to find great tips and deals for many moons now,) has a really great list of all the upcoming area Consignment Sales up now.
Check it out!

Free Breakfast this morning!

It is National Pancake Day, and to celebrate, IHOP restaurants are offering a free short stack of pancakes to each person who visits between 7 and 10 am today!  No purchase is necessary, but you are encouraged to leave a donation for the Childrens' Miracle Network Hospitals.  You can get all the info you need and find a location on their website.

Free 8 by 10 photo collage

Today's Walgreens Deal of the Day is a free 8" by 10" photo collage - no purchase necessary.

Go to the Walgreens.com photo page for more information and to upload your pictures - then choose a Walgreens' location near you for printing to avoid paying shipping costs (and usually have your print in under an hour!)

Weekender

Hooray for the weekend!   We have another jam-packed few days on our hands around The Tree House this weekend - part of me can't believe I am saying this (you know, that part of you that always feels like you just finished middle school last week and can't POSSIBLY be an adult,) but I am going to a baby shower this weekend FOR ME!!  I am so excited - I love the idea of being surrounded by a bunch of women - with all their intuition, wisdom, and experience - ready to guide you on your path to being a mom. FABULOUS!!
It also means that MIL is in town this weekend, as is Dr. Sissy and smushy-love nephew Vaughny!  The Weekender is posting early this week so I can enjoy the family fun!

So, what's to do around Denver on the cheap this weekend?  Here's a few ideas:

2/25 - Turn on your heart light!  February is National Heart Health Month -and you can help care for your ticker by heading to Centennial Medical Plaza (14200 E Arapahoe Rd)  from 8am-11am on Friday for free heart screenings, including Cholesterol levels, BMI, blood pressure, and heart disease and stroke risk assessment!  (Fast for 8 hours prior if you want accurate Cholesterol levels.)  Check out Aurora Medicals website for more info.
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2/25-  Those who know me know that I am oddly passionate about knowing your cuts of meat.  One of the best ways to save at the grocery store is to know what to look for in a good cut of meat, and how to make the most out of some of the more inexpensive cuts available.  This Friday evening from 6-7:30 at Tony's Market on Broadway, you can learn all about the different cuts and grades available at their "Meats 101" class.  Call Tony's at 720-880-4501 for more info.  See the "Every Weekend" section below  and plan to stop into Friday Night Live in the Bistro after the class for some free music and specials!)
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2/26 - Target is hosting a free Dr Seuss reading event on Saturday from 9-11am.  There will be story time and activities and giveaways -  get more information on Target's website.
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2/26 - Lowes Build and Grow Clinic has a really cool pull back and go race car for your little ones to build and keep this Saturday at 10 am. Go here to pick a location and register to get in on the free fun!
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2/26 -Denver Restaurant Week kicks off this Saturday, with  LOADS of area restaurants offering special menu meals for 2 for $52.80.  This can be a great deal, or (in this humble blogger's opinion,) a not-
so-great deal, depending on the restaurant you choose.  Get more information at the event website.
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Every Weekend:
Ruby Hill Rail Yard  gives you a chance to ski and board even if you can't get up the hill! This popular Denver snow terrain park also features free equipment rental for kids - get all the details and location here.
__________________________________
Fridays - Same old Friday night Happy Hour got ya down? Looking for a healthy way to unwind and get your weekend started? YOU GOT IT! Thanks to Luluemon stores (like our location in Cherry Creek) who offer free Friday evening yoga events each week! Here is the info for this week's class. (oh look, there IS wine and chat afterwards. In yoga AND in life, balance is important.) There are locations in Boulder and Lone Tree as well, see the website for details.
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Fridays -Friday Night Live at Tony's Market Bistro is a fabulous way to enjoy some VERY reasonably priced drinks along with live music from 6p.m.-9p.m. Friday evening, and their rotating list of happy hour bites is always a step above your normal bar nosh! See here for current info.
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Saturdays- Amendment XXI in LoHi does free wine tastings every Saturday from 3pm-7pm. You can go here to get directions and subscribe to their mailing list so you can get info on upcoming tasting selections.
___________________________
Saturdays - Craving your farmer's market fix?  Good news, My Favorite FM is open year round! Denver Urban Homesteading's Market -Saturdays 9am-2pm. (The DUH farmer's market is also open Wed, Thur, Fri 1-6, too!)

Still searching for the perfect fun and frugal weekend activities?
Try these sites:
Denver365 Free Events page
Tattered Cover (click on their Events Calendar on the right of the page)

If you know of other fabulous and low-cost or free activities or events happening in and around the Mile High City this weekend, shout 'em out in the comments section below!
As always, if you have an upcoming event you would like listed in The Weekender (or any other tips for DiD,) email the details to :Keri@ItsTheAltitudeDenver.com

Free Cooking Class from Wash Park Whole Foods

Are you searching for ways to make healthy cooking the norm in your family?  Whole Foods is here to help this Wednesday (Feb 23rd), with a free cooking class starting at 6pm in the cafe of their Washington Park location (1-25 and Washington st.) Space is limited, so call customer service (303-733-6201) or email (megan.o'connor@wholefoods.com,) to register or for more information.

Weekender

WEEK-END, WEEK-END, WEEK-END!! (Chant with me now, people. You know you want to.)
The glorious weekend is here - it may even be a long one for some of you (not I though - pout.)

So, what can you do around Denver that won't break the bank?

through 2/20 -  The Habitat for Humanity "Books for Bricks" used book sale started on Valentine's Day and continues through the weekend at  the First Universalist Church of Denver, on the corner of Hampden Avenue and Colorado Boulevard.  The Interfaith Alliance is  selling books, DVDs, and CDs at dirt cheap prices to benefit Habitat.  More info here.
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2/18-2/21 - Do you go gaga over a wagging, panting, furry little face like I do? Well then the Stock Show Complex is the place for you this weekend, as it plays host to The Denver Dog Show! 5 bucks is all it costs for adults, and kiddos and seniors are free! It isn't just about the judging, either - there will be info sessions on various breeds, both introductory and advanced, vendors showing off their doggie products, and lots of other family fun.  See their website for all the information.
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2/18-2/19 - The Rocky Mountain Christian Church MOPS group is hosting a sale of gently used children's items this Friday (9am-8pm) and Saturday (9am-4pm) including all kinds of toys, baby and kids gear, and clothing. The sale is happening at the Boulder County Fair Grounds in Longmont, and admission is free for this one!
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2/19 - Saturday is the last Colorado resident free admission day at the Denver Zoo until the Fall! (October 9th, to be exact, if you want to mark your calendars,) and the weather is supposed to be clear and crisp - so load up the family and head over to say howdy to all the animals on Saturday. 
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Every Weekend:
Ruby Hill Rail Yard  gives you a chance to ski and board even if you can't get up the hill! This popular Denver snow terrain park also features free equipment rental for kids - get all the details and location here.
__________________________________
Fridays - Same old Friday night Happy Hour got ya down? Looking for a healthy way to unwind and get your weekend started? YOU GOT IT! Thanks to Luluemon stores (like our location in Cherry Creek) who offer free Friday evening yoga events each week! Here is the info for this week's class. (oh look, there IS wine and chat afterwards. In yoga AND in life, balance is important.) There are locations in Boulder and Lone Tree as well, see the website for details.
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Fridays -Friday Night Live at Tony's Market Bistro is a fabulous way to enjoy some VERY reasonably priced drinks along with live music from 6p.m.-9p.m. Friday evening, and their rotating list of happy hour bites is always a step above your normal bar nosh! See here for current info.
____________________________
Saturdays- Amendment XXI in LoHi does free wine tastings every Saturday from 3pm-7pm. You can go here to get directions and subscribe to their mailing list so you can get info on upcoming tasting selections.
___________________________
Saturdays - Craving your farmer's market fix?  Good news, My Favorite FM is open year round! Denver Urban Homesteading's Market -Saturdays 9am-2pm. (The DUH farmer's market is also open Wed, Thur, Fri 1-6, too!)

Still searching for the perfect fun and frugal weekend activities?
Try these sites:
Denver365 Free Events page
Tattered Cover (click on their Events Calendar on the right of the page)

If you know of other fabulous and low-cost or free activities or events happening in and around the Mile High City this weekend, shout 'em out in the comments section below!
As always, if you have an upcoming event you would like listed in The Weekender (or any other tips for DiD,) email the details to :Keri@ItsTheAltitudeDenver.com

Because scotch is good for the soul.

Ammendment XXI has all kinds of cool tastings (they are a fixture in the "every weekend" section of  Weekender posts,) but this one is a fun way to try something that might be new and different for you.
This Thursday, Feb, 17th, they are hosting a Single Malt Scotch tasting from 4pm-7pm.
See their website for more details.