Press Releases
January 11, 2012Cherry Creek North welcomes two new board members
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December 02, 2011Aviano Coffee to Host Event with Handsome Coffee Roasters
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November 29, 2011Cherry Creek North unveils free “Visit Cherry Creek North” smartphone app
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July 25, 2011Spicing up the new Fillmore Plaza on August 20
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July 25, 2011
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Culinary Arts to Shine for 3rd Annual Cherry Creek North Food & Wine
Spicing up the new Fillmore Plaza on August 20
DENVER – Foodies rejoice! Our annual gourmet soiree is back. Tickets are on sale now for Cherry Creek North Food & Wine, an annual celebration that will shine the spotlight on the vibrant culinary arts in Cherry Creek North on August 20th. Enjoy incredible eats, as well as wines and spirits, from some of Cherry Creek North’s most acclaimed restaurants. The event also includes live music, entertainment and chef demonstrations.
TICKETS: $50 ($20 tax deductible), on sale now at www.cherrycreeknorth.com or (303) 355-2787
DATE: Saturday, August 20
SCHEDULE: 5 pm to 9 pm
SPONSORS: Official Sponsor – Steele Street Bank
Produced by the Cherry Creek Arts Festival
Media Sponsor – 5280 Denver’s Magazine
Official Supplier – Viking
Wines provided by The Vineyard, in association with Elite Brands
New this year, Cherry Creek North will also be hosting a separate “Chick Crawl” event earlier that afternoon. Enjoy a VIP shopping experience before you head to the Grand Tasting on Fillmore Plaza. Purchase a ticket to “Chick Crawl” and receive complimentary admission to Cherry Creek North Food & Wine.
The BID’s self-funded $18.5 million streetscape project (“The New North”) was celebrated on June 25th when Cherry Creek North hosted a grand opening event on the renovated Fillmore Plaza. An estimated 6,000 people attended this free festival, which featured live musical performances from Flash Cadillac, Lannie Garrett and the Gypsy Swing Revue and others. “The New North” project includes new landscaping, lighting, better identity and wayfinding signage, 20 new Art and Garden spaces and upgraded infrastructure. It is the first major renovation to the area since 1989. The design and construction costs were paid for by the BID. No City funds were used for the project.
About the CCNBID: The Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District (BID) was established in 1989 as the first business improvement district in Colorado. The District encompasses a sixteen block (27 acres) area, bounded by 1st and 3rd Avenues and University and Steele Streets. The BID is a governmental special district chartered by State Statute. The District provides essential services that support property owners, merchants, and other users of the District that would otherwise not be available. The BID is governed by a board of directors that is appointed by the Mayor of Denver, approved by the Denver City Council, and serve at the pleasure of the Mayor and Council. Property taxes from the District property owners are the primary source of financial support. Based upon annual revenues, the Cherry Creek North BID is the second largest in Colorado.
Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District
299 Milwaukee Street, Ste 201, Denver, CO 80206 • 303-394-2904 • .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) • www.cherrycreeknorth.com
Cherry Creek North hosts 41st Annual Sidewalk Sale
New addition on Saturday with dozens of lemonade stands throughout the District
DENVER – The much-anticipated Cherry Creek North Sidewalk Sale returns later this month on July 21 – 24. Nearly 70 merchants participate in this annual tradition. In addition to being the hottest spot in town for the best deals, there is a new twist this year. On Saturday, July 23, Cherry Creek North will become an extension of the popular Lemonade Day, when the streets will be filled with dozens of young entrepreneurs running their own lemonade stands. There are a limited number of spaces left for kids that still want to participate in this fun event. Applications are online at http://www.cherrycreeknorth.com.
- Sidewalk Sale Thursday, July 21 – Sunday, July 24, 2011
Thurs-Sat: 10 am – 6 pm; Sun: 10 am – 5 pm (some stores may vary) - Lemonade Stands Saturday, July 23
Sat: 10 am – 2 pm
This year’s Sidewalk Sale continues a string of good news for the District. Last month, the BID received 2010 sales tax collection data from the City of Denver. Cherry Creek North’s sales tax increase of 16 percent over the previous year more than doubled the surrounding areas. The District’s totals for 2010 eclipsed both 2009 and 2008 figures and nearly equaled its pre-recession 2007 levels.
The BID’s self-funded $18.5 million streetscape project (“The New North”) was celebrated on June 25th when Cherry Creek North hosted a grand opening event on the renovated Fillmore Plaza. An estimated 6,000 people attended this free festival, which featured live musical performances from Flash Cadillac, Lannie Garrett and the Gypsy Swing Revue and others. “The New North” project includes new landscaping, lighting, better identity and wayfinding signage, 20 new Art and Garden spaces and upgraded infrastructure. It is the first major renovation to the area since 1989. The design and construction costs were paid for by the BID. No City funds were used for the project.
Last weekend, Cherry Creek North hosted the 21st Annual Cherry Creek Arts Festival which drew hundreds of thousands of people into the District for this popular event. The BID was also honored to receive this year’s Distinguished Patron award by the Festival, for its role as host over the last two decades.
About the CCNBID: The Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District (BID) was established in 1989 as the first business improvement district in Colorado. The District encompasses a sixteen block (27 acres) area, bounded by 1st and 3rd Avenues and University and Steele Streets. The BID is a governmental special district chartered by State Statute. The District provides essential services that support property owners, merchants, and other users of the District that would otherwise not be available. The BID is governed by a board of directors that is appointed by the Mayor of Denver, approved by the Denver City Council, and serve at the pleasure of the Mayor and Council. Property taxes from the District property owners are the primary source of financial support. Based upon annual revenues, the Cherry Creek North BID is the second largest in Colorado.
Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District
299 Milwaukee Street, Ste 201, Denver, CO 80206 • 303-394-2904 • .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) • http://www.cherrycreeknorth.com
June 20, 2011Cherry Creek North economic indicators continue to be strong
Year-end figures for 2010 show large upswings for the District
DENVER – A very successful fourth quarter in 2010 provided more evidence that Cherry Creek North remains a leader in the retail recovery in Colorado, based on 2010 year-end sales tax receipt figures the Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District (BID) received from the City of Denver. Sales tax collections in Cherry Creek North were up 16 percent compared to 2009, highlighted by the fourth quarter of 2010, which was up a robust 26 percent over the fourth quarter of 2009.
Cherry Creek North’s sales tax increase of 16 percent over the previous year more than doubled the surrounding areas. Compared to 2009, sales tax receipts in 2010 were up 6.5 percent for Colorado, 7.1 percent for the Denver Metro Area and 6.5 percent in the City of Denver. The District’s totals for 2010 eclipsed both 2009 and 2008 figures and nearly equaled its pre-recession 2007 levels.
“We are excited that Cherry Creek North remains on the leading edge of the overall retail recovery,” said CCNBID President and CEO Julie Bender. “These gains occurred while the District’s streetscape project, ‘The New North’ was completing construction. We’re already seeing signs that this will have a long-term impact. New merchants are moving into the area to join strong, established businesses.”
Restaurant/hotel sales tax collections continue to lead the way in Cherry Creek North. Sales tax collections in this retail category were up 24 percent in 2010 over 2009. Clothing and accessories were up 17 percent and home furnishings were up 13 percent.
Retail vacancies have also dropped from 13 percent to 9 percent over the last two years. Only halfway through 2011, 21 new businesses have already opened in Cherry Creek North.
The BID’s self-funded $18.5 million streetscape project (“The New North”) will be substantially complete on June 25 when Cherry Creek North hosts a grand opening celebration on the renovated Fillmore Plaza. This free festival for the public starts at 2:00 PM with musical performances from Flash Cadillac, Sons and Brothers, Lannie Garrett and the Gypsy Swing Review and Haunted Windchimes. “The New North” project includes new landscaping to beautify the area and conserve water, new lighting for safety and energy conservation, better identity and wayfinding signage, 20 new Art and Garden spaces and upgraded infrastructure. It is the first major renovation to the area since 1989. The design and construction costs are paid for by the BID. No City funds were used for the project.
*Figures come from City of Denver sales tax receipt reports
About the CCNBID: The Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District (BID) was established in 1989 as the first business improvement district in Colorado. The District encompasses a sixteen block (27 acres) area, bounded by 1st and 3rd Avenues and University and Steele Streets. The BID is a governmental special district chartered by State Statute. The District provides essential services that support property owners, merchants, and other users of the District that would otherwise not be available. The BID is governed by a board of directors that is appointed by the Mayor of Denver, approved by the Denver City Council, and serve at the pleasure of the Mayor and Council. Property taxes from the District property owners are the primary source of financial support. Based upon annual revenues, the Cherry Creek North BID is the second largest in Colorado.
Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District
299 Milwaukee Street, Ste 201, Denver, CO 80206 • 303-394-2904 • .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) • www.cherrycreeknorth.com
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June 02, 2011Cherry Creek North to celebrate “The New North” project completion
National and local musical acts to perform at free festival on Fillmore Plaza
DENVER – On June 25, 2011, the Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District (BID) will celebrate the completion of “The New North”, its privately funded $18.5 million streetscape renovation project, with a free festival and concert on the new Fillmore Plaza. Performers include Flash Cadillac, Sons and Brothers, Lannie Garrett and The Gypsy Swing Revue, and Haunted Windchimes. The entertainment is being sponsored by NorthCreek and tickets are not required. Food and beverages will be available during the event. Merchants will also be offering great specials and discounts throughout the weekend.
“We are thrilled to celebrate the culmination of what has been an extremely successful renovation project. During a difficult time in the economy, the BID financed, designed and built its first major streetscape project in 20 years”, said CCNBID President and CEO Julie Bender. “The improvements will serve Cherry Creek North and its visitors for many years to come. The BID is grateful to NorthCreek for providing the entertainment for this event.”
“The New North” improvements include landscaping to beautify the area and conserve water, new lighting for safety and energy conservation, better identity and way-finding signs, 20 Art and Garden places and upgraded infrastructure. The final element was Fillmore Plaza, which has been redesigned as a hybrid plaza to enhance pedestrian, event and retail activity. Upgraded features include special trees and landscaping, lighting, environmental graphics, street furniture and a central canopy-like shade structure. The new plaza will provide vehicular access and will also have the ability to be closed off throughout the year for events such as the Cherry Creek Arts Festival, Sidewalk Sale, Cherry Creek North Food & Wine, and other CCN activities. The design and construction costs for the entire project were funded by the BID through the sale of its own bonds. No City funds were used.
The BID worked with NorthCreek and AEG Live to bring a broad spectrum of music artists to the festival on June 25th. “Flash Cadillac is a legendary band that has performed for over 40 years”, said Chuck Morris, President and CEO / AEG LIVE Rocky Mountains. “From their performances on Happy Days and in the movie American Graffiti and their tours throughout America, they have been one of those great Colorado bands that has made us proud. Lannie Garrett equally has been putting on great music in this town for decades. Finally Sons and Brothers and Haunted Windchimes are two amazing Colorado grown artists that are just starting to make waves and really contribute the amazing stage of music in Colorado. I love this entire line up and I’m thrilled they are performing for the opening of Fillmore Plaza.”
CHERRY CREEK NORTH FREE FESTIVAL
DATE: Saturday, June 25, 2011
TIME: 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
WHERE: Fillmore Plaza
(100 block between 1st and 2nd Avenue on Fillmore in Cherry Creek North)
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ADMISSION: FREE
SCHEDULE (Tentative):
2:00 PM: Opening Ceremony
2:15 PM: Haunted Windchimes
3:45 PM: Lannie Garrett and The Gypsy Swing Revue
5:15 PM: Sons and Brothers
7:00 PM: Flash Cadillac
About the CCNBID: The Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District (BID) was established in 1989 as the first business improvement district in Colorado. The District encompasses a sixteen block (27 acres) area, bounded by 1st and 3rd Avenues and University and Steele Streets. The BID is a governmental special district chartered by State Statute. The District provides essential services that support property owners, merchants, and other users of the District that would otherwise not be available. The BID is governed by a board of directors that is appointed by the Mayor of Denver, approved by the Denver City Council, and serve at the pleasure of the Mayor and Council. Property taxes from the District property owners are the primary source of financial support. Based upon annual revenues, the Cherry Creek North BID is the second largest in Colorado.
About NorthCreek: Located in the heart of Cherry Creek North, NorthCreek residents walk to some of the finest shops, restaurants and galleries from their elegantly appointed homes. They also enjoy the privacy of a beautifully landscaped, gated central courtyard, providing a colorful respite to the urban bustle outside the private gates, in addition to 24 hour concierge services, valet, a finely appointed grand lobby and entrance and controlled access. It truly represents a “Colorado urban” spirit. More information regarding NorthCreek is available at http://www.NorthCreekDenver.com.
Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District
299 Milwaukee Street, Ste 201, Denver, CO 80206
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May 31, 2011PISMO Exhibition of Works by Alex Gabriel Bernstein
PISMO Fine Art Glass
2770 E. Second Avenue
Denver, CO 80206
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PISMO Exhibition of Works by Alex Gabriel Bernstein
DENVER, CO, May 22, 2011 -- PISMO Fine Art Glass, Colorado’s foremost gallery for glass art, will present “Natural Progressions”, a solo exhibition of new works by glass artist Alex Gabriel Bernstein. The exhibition will open in conjunction with the Cherry Creek Arts Festival on Saturday, July 2nd in PISMO’s Cherry Creek North gallery at 2770 E. Second Avenue. The exhibit will run through July 21st.
Alex Gabriel Bernstein grew up in a creative environment with access to many of the talented artists of the American studio glass movement. The child of two established glass artists, Katherine and William Bernstein, Alex began “playing” in their studio at around age 7 and began “creating” some of his own designs in his teens. He branched out, developing his own distinctive style and today is one of the most foremost, innovative glass artists in the United States.
Alex says, “I feel as if I am an explorer. With each piece I make I prepare for a journey, I have a general idea where I want to go, but I never know where the path will lead me. Each piece I work on I set out in the hopes of discovering something new and exciting. As with any explorer, my journeys are filled with ups and downs, disappointments and breakthroughs, however with each piece I am sure to gain knowledge and insight which is the excitement that brings me to my studio every day.”
Alex is a master at casting and sculpting. His techniques are as diverse as the sculptures he creates – from smooth to rough, from opaque to transparent, from organic to architectural. His luminous creations draw you in, each piece telling its own story.
He begins his creative process by casting a shapeless block of glass. After a long cooling cycle in a kiln, he begins the subtractive process, not unlike a stone sculptor. Using grinders and saws, he shapes the glass by carving and polishing it into its final form. In some series, he then grinds steel filings directly on to areas of the glass to form a fused metal coating.
These textured, hard-edged metal sections are carefully composed with the carved glass sections to create the final sculpture. The glass areas have an almost organic nature, at times resembling flower petals, jagged ice, or crystals on a geological specimen. In this series, radiant, translucent glass emerges from the steel, expressing the idea of transformation. Life, as it unfolds and brings change, often combines seemingly contradictory aspects. For Alex the translucent, fragile, pure glass represents the interior life with its arrangement of cuts evoking life’s complexity. The metal, which is sometimes rusted and corroded to suggest the passing of time, expresses an earthy exterior which veils the inner life. His work is a compelling expression of beauty, growth and transition.
Alex earned a Masters of Fine Arts from the Rochester Institute of Technology, The School of American Crafts. He has taught at the Cleveland Institute of Art, Rochester Institute of Technology, the Studio at the Corning Museum of Glass and the Penland School of Crafts.
About PISMO Fine Art Glass:
PISMO Fine Art Glass opened in 1990 as a mixed media gallery, and switched primarily to glass in 1995. Owner Sandy Sardella operates three additional galleries in Colorado: PISMO Gallery at Beaver Creek, PISMO Gallery at Vail and PISMO Gallery at Aspen. The PISMO galleries are recognized internationally for the breadth and depth of their collections, offering a variety of pieces to suit everyone from the casual admirer to the serious collector. The Denver gallery is at 2770 East Second Avenue in Cherry Creek North. Their web site is www.pismoglass.com.
Denver’s JW Marriott completes more than $5 million in upgrades
Denver’s JW Marriott completes more than $5 million in upgrades
Hotel’s 196 “naturally refined” guest rooms redesigned by David Ashen, 700+ works by Colorado artists commissioned
Denver, Colo. (May 11, 2011) – The JW Marriott Denver Cherry Creek is pleased to announce that is has completed a renovation of its 196 luxurious guest rooms, capping off more than $5 million in upgrades to the 7-year-old Denver hotel, including the commission of more than 700 works of art by Colorado artists.
Created by renowned designer David Ashen – who calls the look “naturally refined” - the JW Marriott Denver’s guest rooms showcase the idea of an updated Denver Bungalow, a modern twist on the timeless Craftsman design found throughout Denver. The color palate features dark blues, with hints of magenta and orange for a contemporary vibe. New carpet in the public corridors features the Colorado state flower - the Columbine - in an abstract design.
“We tried to capture the urban sophistication of Cherry Creek while also playing up the unique relationship that Denver has with the outdoors,” said Ashen. “I think we created a really calming and polished environment.’
Each of the JW Marriott Denver’s 196 guest rooms, which all feature exquisite four-piece marble bathrooms, as well as the hotel’s 8,400 square feet of meeting space and the Concierge Guest Lounge, feature new furniture, carpet, wall coverings and accessories. Other recent property enhancements include a new state-of-the-art Fitness Center and upgrades to the hotel’s Business Center.
The JW Marriott Denver also now features more than 700 pieces of original art created by local Colorado artists, including photographer Mark Sink, mixed media artist Sabin Aell, painter Ian Fisher, sculptor Tsehai Johnson and sculptor Pard Morrison. The works were curated by respected art advisor Paige Powell, former associate publisher of Andy Warhol’s Interview magazine. Powell has curated shows for Jean-Michel Basquiat and Julia Galan and contributes to Paper Magazine.
To help celebrate the new works featured throughout the hotel and Cherry Creek North’s vibrant arts scene, the JW Marriott Denver has created the Embrace Cherry Creek Arts package, which includes a $50 Cherry Creek North gift card that can be used at any neighborhood gallery or to create your own work of art at the nearby Canvas & Cocktails studio.
Starting at $255 per night, the Embrace Cherry Creek Arts package includes:
• Accommodations in a newly renovated guest room
• A $50 Cherry Creek North gift card.
• Two cocktails at Second Home Kitchen + Bar
• A Cherry Creek North Art guide featuring a map of the neighborhood’s 18 unique art galleries
• Valet Parking
The JW Marriott Denver - the only Denver property to be featured on Condé Nast Traveler’s 2011 Gold List – is home to the acclaimed Second Home Kitchen + Bar. The hotel also features two outdoor Jacuzzis, complimentary wired and wireless Internet, 24-hour room service and the adjacent Spa at Cherry Creek, which offers a wide variety of treatments and a full-service salon.
To book the Embrace Cherry Creek Arts package or for more information, please visit www.jwmarriottdenver.com or call 866-706-7814. The package is available Friday-Sunday nights (Sunday requires a Saturday stay over) until Sept. 5, 2011; booking code ZJL.
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Pirates pillage for treasure and mingle with shoppers in Cherry Creek North
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Denver – April 21, 2011 – Six life-size pirate mannequins have been spotted pillaging and plundering for treasure throughout Cherry Creek North. The caricatures were installed over the past two weeks and are located throughout the shopping district including on a bench in front of Starbucks on 2nd & Fillmore and hanging from a tree at 2nd & Clayton. The pirates will inhabit the area through mid-August as part of an effort to increase awareness of the immersive blockbuster exhibition Real Pirates now at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science.
Shoppers and visitors are enjoying the pirates, with many smiling, laughing, and even posing for photos near the figures. Additional pirates are now on display at Denver International Airport and are set to appear soon in Downtown Denver.
“Now that our renovations and art and garden spaces in Cherry Creek North are almost complete, we are excited to collaborate with the Denver Museum of Nature & Science on the Real Pirates exhibit because of course, Cherry Creek North is one of the first places pirates would go to plunder for treasure in Denver,” said Julie Bender, President/CEO of the Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District.
Real Pirates: the Untold Story of the Whydah from Slave Ship to Pirate Ship explores the Golden Age of Piracy and features more than 200 artifacts, including cannons, swords, coins, gold, and jewelry, recovered off the coast of Cape Cod from the first authenticated pirate ship discovered in U.S. waters.
NOTE: High resolution images are available upon request
About Real Pirates and the Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Real Pirates: the Untold Story of the Whydah from Slave Ship to Pirate Ship is open through August 21, 2011 at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. The touring exhibition is organized by National Geographic, Arts and Exhibitions International, and AEG Exhibitions. Sail with legendary pirate Sam Bellamy and his crew and learn the true story of the Whydah, from her historic transformation from slave ship to pirate ship to her final resting place on the ocean floor. One of the most advanced ships of her day, the Whydah sank in a storm in 1717 with bounty from more than 50 captured ships. Explore more than 200 artifacts, including cannons, swords, coins, gold, and jewelry, recovered off the coast of Cape Cod from the first authenticated pirate ship discovered in U.S. waters. Visit www.dmns.org for more information. The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is the Rocky Mountain Region's leading resource for informal science education. A variety of engaging exhibits, discussions and activities help Museum visitors celebrate and understand the natural wonders of Colorado, Earth and the universe.
About Cherry Creek North
Cherry Creek North is known nationally as a premier retail, dining, and mixed‐use area located just 5 minutes from downtown Denver. Its nearly 400 businesses that make up the neighborhood are independents to internationals, featuring a broad range of unique fashion boutiques, home furnishing stores, spas/salons, art galleries and restaurants. In addition to retail businesses, the District is also a national and regional office center, home to two hotels, and has a growing number of residents. The BID just completed an $18.5M District-wide streetscape renovation making the neighborhood more desirable than ever. In combination with the Cherry Creek Shopping Center, CCN is the number one visitor destination in Colorado according to the Longwoods Study conducted for Visit Denver Inc. Cherry Creek North is a Business Improvement District (BID), established in 1989, making it the first BID in Colorado.
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April 07, 2011Cherry Creek Theatre presents Side by Side by Sondheim
Second production by Denver’s newest theatre company highlights the music of Stephen Sondheim
The Cherry Creek Theatre Company is pleased to announce that it will its second performance will be the lauded musical revue Side by Side by Sondheim this April and May.
Directed by Bernie Cardell, Side by Side by Sondheim features more than 30 songs by Broadway icon Stephen Sondheim. The show highlights music from more than a dozen Sondheim hits, including A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Gypsy, Follies and A Little Night Music, offering a unique snapshot of the early career of one of the country’s most prolific and influential composer-lyricist.
The show will star Angela Mendez, Zachary Shannon, Susie Roelofsz and Stephen Day. Roelofsz and Day are members of the Actors Equity Association
“Side by Side by Sondheim is a wonderful celebration of one of the greatest composers in Broadway history,” said Cardell. “I am thrilled to share this production with the Cherry Creek audience.”
Side by Side by Sondheim will be performed April 29-May 1, May 6-May 8, May 13-15, May 20-22 at Cherry Creek’s Shaver-Ramsey Showroom, located at 2414 East 3rd Ave. in Denver. The Friday/Saturday night shows start at 7:30 p.m. and the Sunday evening shows start at 6:30 p.m.
Tickets to Side by Side by Sondheim are $30 each or two for $50 and can be purchased at www.cherrycreektheatre.org or 303-800-6578. Cash, major credit cards and checks accepted
Launched earlier this year, the non-profit Cherry Creek Theatre Company is the vision of a group of dedicated Cherry Creek residents and neighbors, businesses and local theater leaders, who have made it their mission to enhance and enrich the Cherry Creek community by producing a broad range of high quality productions that will be entertaining, educational, enriching and diverse.
The company’s first production, Love Letters was a resounding success, with four of the six performances selling out.
For more information on the Cherry Creek Theatre Company, please visit www.cherrycreektheatre.org or call 303-800-6578. Follow us on Facebook.
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March 30, 20112011 Bead Invitational at PISMO
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2011 Bead Invitational
Opening Reception: Sunday, May 1, 2011, 12-5pm
Exhibition: May 1 – May 31, 2011
(Denver, CO) – March 30, 2011: An exciting selection of glass beads from around the world will once again adorn PISMO Fine Art Glass in Cherry Creek North, Denver in its sixth annual Bead Invitational. This year’s exhibition opens May 1st with a public reception in the gallery from 12-5pm, and continues throughout the month. The Denver gallery is located at 2770 East 2nd Avenue.
More than half of the artists represented in 2011 will be new exhibitors – offering a delightful selection of fanciful to elegant individual beads as well as jewelry and sculpture made from beads.
As in the past, the show celebrates the art of the bead and its place in glass art; miniature little worlds abound. Bead aficionados will be able to examine, handle, compare and buy individual beads by more than 40 artists from the US, Germany, Australia, Israel, Panama, and Japan. The selection will include bobble-head beads by March Lamberson, wild animal beads by Joy Cichewicz, beaded purses by Sherry Serafini, carnival masks by Debbie Weaver, a beaded snake by Kim Z Franklin, Hawaiian flowers by Kuniko Kume, and whimsical totems by Christine Mann.
Based on customer requests, the gallery will also introduce a selection of marbles this year by several well known marble artists including John Kobuki, Raj Kommineni, Kevin O’Grady, and Geoffrey Beetem.
The main floor of the gallery will be devoted to all forms of beads and marbles during May while the rest of PISMO’s beautiful, fine art glass selection will be on view on the second floor of the gallery.
PISMO Fine Art Glass opened in 1990 as a mixed media gallery and switched primarily to glass in 1995. Owner Sandy Sardella operates three additional PISMO galleries, in Beaver Creek, Vail, and Aspen, Colorado. The galleries are recognized internationally for the breadth and depth of their collections, offering a wide range of fine art pieces for both casual admirers and serious collectors. For more information, please contact gallery owner Sandy Sardella at 303-333-2879 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Contact: Sandy Sardella
Gallery Director
PISMO Fine Art Glass
2770 East Second Ave.
Denver, CO 80206
Phone: 303-333-2879
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www.pismoglass.com
Revampt Opens its Doors in Denver
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Revampt, Cherry Creek North’s newest home furnishing store, opens its doors today in its newly renovated building at 2601 E. Third Avenue in Cherry Creek North. Revampt sells sensible, utilitarian, and affordable home furnishings, goods and gifts all made from recycled, repurposed, or reclaimed materials.
About the Owners
Revampt was incorporated in 2010 by co-founders Keir Myers, age 22, and Daniel Louis, age 26. Myers graduated from Colorado College with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Louis graduated from Miami University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. The two young entrepreneurs were inspired by the idea of upcycling: the art of creating new products from materials that would otherwise be discarded in landfills or the environment. Myers, with a business background, was inspired by the economic implications of waste, “So much that is thrown away or wasted has continued utility- it just takes someone with inspiration and creativity to tap into that.” This attitude, combined with Louis’ art and architecture background, has been the driving force behind Revampt’s premise: even the building in which the business stands, one of Cherry Creek North’s oldest at least a century old, contains salvaged hardwood flooring, brickwork, and displays. Louis explains, “despite the fact that it has taken a long time, the store renovations were able to keep the original integrity, look, and feel of the historic building while adding in modern amenities to improve the utility, functionality, and life of the space.”
Product Offering
Customers entering Revampt will be inspired by the resourcefulness of one of a kind pieces that each have a long history and story behind them. Pieces include a wide variety of rustic elements, perfect for one’s Aspen slope-side home, as well as sleek, modern works prepared to make an elegant statement in a LoDo loft. Some notables include a bookshelf made out of reclaimed wood from Central City mining cabins or even a relaxing chair made from an old bourbon barrel. Need a gift? How about a glass bowl from a reincarnated Grey Goose Vodka bottle or a keychain fabricated from outdated street signs. In addition, a significant portion of Revampt’s
inventory is sourced from local, Colorado artisans, which make custom work easy and eco-friendly. Overall Revampt has sourced from thirty vendors.
Revampt will be open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Saturday in Cherry Creek North on the corner of 3rd Avenue and Columbine Street.
Contact:
Keir Myers
Revampt
2601 E. Third Ave.
Denver, CO 80206
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Celebrate the royal wedding with the JW Marriott Denver!
Toast to the happy couple with champagne & strawberries, take home a souvenir Royal Tote Bag
The JW Marriott Denver Cherry Creek invites you to celebrate the April 29th wedding of His Royal Highness Prince William to Miss Kate Middleton in Mile High style with the JW Marriott Denver’s Royal Wedding package.
This special offer includes accommodations in a luxurious guest room for the night of April 28th, a souvenir Royal Tote Bag filled with glossy magazines featuring Wills & Kate, champagne and strawberries to toast to the happy couple and a $25 credit for either room service or a delicious meal at Second Home Kitchen + Bar. And to ensure that you don’t miss the historic event - which starts at 4 a.m. MT - the hotel will provide a cheery wake-up call at 3:45 a.m.
Starting at $329 per night, the JW Marriott Royal Wedding package includes:
- Luxurious accommodations in a newly renovated guest room
- Welcome amenity of a souvenir Royal Tote Bag filled with glossy magazines covering the couple
- Champagne and strawberries
- Complimentary in-room movie to help keep you awake until 4am
- Royal courtesy wake-up call at 3:45 a.m. so you don’t miss the big event
- $25 credit for Second Home or room service
- 1 p.m. late checkout so you can get some extra sleep
- Complimentary valet parking
The JW Denver Royal Wedding package is available on April 28, 2011 based on availability; room tax is not included. To make a reservation, please call 866-706-7814 or visit www.jwmarriottdenver.com. Rate Code: UY7
Planning your own fabulous wedding? Let the award-winning JW Marriott Denver help make your fantasy celebration a blissful reality! With a premier location in the heart of Denver's quaint Cherry Creek North neighborhood, the JW Marriott Denver features two spectacular ballrooms and a unique year-round outdoor terrace and patio with fire pit, perfect for ceremonies and receptions for up to 200 guests. Click here to learn more about weddings at Denver’s JW Marriott.
The JW Marriott Denver features 196 opulent guest rooms and suites that blend modern décor with generous space, high-tech amenities and an exquisite 4-piece marble bathroom. The hotel - which was the only Denver property to be featured on Condé Nast Traveler’s 2011 Gold List - recently completed more than $5 million in property enhancements, including newly renovated guest rooms and guest bathrooms.
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February 17, 2011Cherry Creek North Leads Retail Recovery
Upcoming Fillmore Plaza improvements will add even more impact
DENVER – Providing another strong signal that Cherry Creek North is leading the retail recovery, the Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District (BID) received encouraging sales tax figures that demonstrate growth and stability for the area. The preliminary data from the City of Denver, which covers the first 3 quarters of 2010, shows that sales tax collections were up 9 percent. This compares to a 7 percent increase for the City of Denver, 6 percent for the surrounding Metro area and 4 percent for the state of Colorado.
“We are absolutely thrilled with this new data as it shows our businesses are succeeding and growing,” said CCN BID President & CEO Julie Bender. “It’s even more significant since these positive increases occurred while the District was undergoing a major streetscape renovation project, ‘The New North’. It’s such a tribute to how the constituents in Cherry Creek North thrived while they were reinvesting in their own future.”
While the BID does not track vacancy by square footage, another positive sign for the District was that the number of businesses opening and closing was balanced in 2010. Last year, the BID welcomed 35 new businesses. In addition, 9 businesses relocated within the District, mostly to allow for expansion into larger spaces.
On February 3, the BID hosted Mayor Bill Vidal and Councilwoman Jeanne Robb for a special groundbreaking ceremony to begin work on Fillmore Plaza. Those upgrades represent the final phase for “The New North,” an $18.5 million renovation of the entire District. The construction on Fillmore Plaza will begin this month and will be substantially completed in time for the Cherry Creek Arts Festival in July. Recent District-wide improvements included new landscaping to beautify the area and conserve water, new lighting for safety and energy conservation, better identity and wayfinding, 20 new Art and Garden spaces and upgraded infrastructure. It is the first major renovation to the area since 1989. The design and construction costs are paid for by the BID. There are no City funds involved.
About the CCNBID: The Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District (BID) was established in 1989 as the first business improvement district in Colorado. The District encompasses a sixteen block (27 acres) area, bounded by 1st and 3rd Avenues and University and Steele Streets. The BID is a governmental special district chartered by State Statute. The District provides essential services that support property owners, merchants, and other users of the District that would otherwise not be available. The BID is governed by a board of directors that is appointed by the Mayor of Denver, approved by the Denver City Council, and serve at the pleasure of the Mayor and Council. Property taxes from the District property owners are the primary source of financial support. Based upon annual revenues, the Cherry Creek North BID is the second largest in Colorado.
Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District
299 Milwaukee Street, Ste 201, Denver, CO 80206
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February 15, 2011Cherry Creek North Welcomes Six New Board Members
DENVER – The Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District (BID) announced today that six new members have joined their Board of Directors starting with the 2011 term. New to the Board are Chris Dunn (Dunn and Kiley), Christy Fitzpatrick (Antoine Du Chez, The Spa at Cherry Creek), Bob Flynn (Crestone Partners, LLC), Janelle Kenny (Sol…Store of Lingerie), Charles Kercheval (FirstBank of Cherry Creek) and Norm Smith (FastFrame of Cherry Creek).
The group will be led by current Board members David Steel (Western Development Group) and Mike Case (JW Marriott), serving as Chair and Vice Chair, respectively.
“We are so excited to welcome these six great new additions to the Board. Each of them brings tremendous business savvy and a unique individual perspective that will benefit the District”, said CCN BID President & CEO Julie Bender. “Over the years, the Board has led visionary efforts like its recent major streetscape renovation project, ‘The New North’. We expect that leadership will continue with this group.”
The full roster of twelve appointees is rounded out by Lee Driscoll (Wynkoop Holdings, Inc.), David Hadsell (Centennial Realty Advisors), Melissa Oster (Oster Jewelers) and Donald Sturm (Sturm Group) who are all serving existing terms. This group reflects the composition of the District with a diverse mix of retailers, service providers, restaurants, hotels, financial institutions and property owners.
All Board members are appointed by Denver Mayor Bill Vidal, approved by the Denver City Council, and serve a 3-year term.
About the CCNBID: The Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District of BID was established in 1989 as the first business improvement district in Colorado. The District encompasses a sixteen block of 27 acres area, bounded by 1st and 3rd Avenues and University and Steele Streets. The BID is a governmental special district chartered by State Statute. The District provides essential services that support property owners, merchants, and other users of the District that would otherwise not be available. The BID is governed by a board of directors that is appointed by the Mayor of Denver, approved by the Denver City Council, and serve at the pleasure of the Mayor and Council. Property taxes from the District property owners are the primary source of financial support. Based upon annual revenues, the Cherry Creek North BID is the second largest in Colorado.
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299 Milwaukee Street, Ste 201, Denver, CO 80206
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Cherry Creek Chamber of Commerce 2011 Annual Luncheon
Announces Keynote Speaker Ambassador Christopher R. Hill
WHAT: The Cherry Creek Chamber today announced that Ambassador Christopher R. Hill, Dean of Josef Korbel School of International Studies at The University of Denver will be the keynote speaker at the 2011 Annual Cherry Creek Chamber luncheon this February 2011
Christopher Robert Hill served as the U.S. Ambassador to Iraq, from April 2009 until August 2010. He joined the Josef Korbel School of International Studies in September 2010. He is a career member of the Senior Foreign Service whose prior assignment was Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs. He has also served as Ambassador to the Republic of Korea. On February 14, 2005, he was named as the Head of the U.S. delegation to the Six-Party Talks on the North Korean nuclear issue.
In addition to Ambassador Hill’s presentation, the Cherry Creek Chamber will award the annual honors to top community leader, business of the year and non-profit of the year. KCNC’s Weatherman Ed Greene will emcee the luncheon.
Tickets are $50 per person (Deadline January 31st) $65.00 after January 31, 2011
WHEN: Thursday, February 10, 2011
11:30 am - 1:30 pm (registration begins at 11:30am)
Register online at http://www.cherrycreekchamber.org
WHERE: JW Marriott - Cherry Creek North
150 Clayton Lane, Denver
WHAT ELSE:
Founded in 1983, the Cherry Creek Chamber has played an integral role in bringing business to the Cherry Creek district. Successes include supporting the building of the Cherry Creek Shopping Center in 1989, providing start up money for the Cherry Creek Arts Festival and the launch of the Taste of Cherry Creek. The Cherry Creek Chamber offers a voice for area leadership through Cherry Creek Forum and as well programming and the renowned “Business Success Series.” The Cherry Creek Chamber is dedicated to bringing members the resources and connections required to continue building the Cherry Creek area as a vital center for business today. For more information on the Cherry Creek Chamber of Commerce, please visit cherrycreekchamber.org or call 303.388.6022.
THE NEW FILLMORE PLAZA: COMING SUMMER 2011
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Cherry Creek North to begin work on the new and improved Fillmore Plaza
Renovations will be completed in time for Cherry Creek Arts Festival
DENVER – Feb. 3, 2010: Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District (BID) broke ground on the new improved design for Fillmore Plaza, which will enhance pedestrian, event and retail activity on that block, and have a major positive impact throughout the entire District. Upgraded features include special trees and landscaping, lighting, environmental graphics, street furniture and a central canopy-like shade structure. Fillmore Plaza will serve as a major gateway into Cherry Creek North from the District’s south side, allowing both cars and pedestrians to access the District from 1st Avenue. In addition, the new space will be closed off throughout the year for events such as the Cherry Creek Arts Festival, Cherry Creek North Food & Wine, and other community activities.
“We are very pleased with the way this evolved,” said CCNBID President Julie Bender. “So many people were passionate about an outcome for Fillmore Plaza which would work for all interests. There was a great deal of conversation and creative thinking, which led us to a solution that is going to benefit businesses, shoppers, neighbors, and visitors alike.”
The new design has received widespread support from the community. The plan was initially approved by the BID Board in early 2010. The BID then facilitated an almost year-long collaborative discussion with the many stakeholders including BID constituents, the City of Denver, Denver City Councilwoman Jeanne Robb’s office, and surrounding neighborhoods. Last year, it received majority support from registered neighborhood organizations such as Cherry Creek North, Cherry Creek East, Country Club and Capitol Hill Neighborhood Associations. At its January 10, 2011 meeting, the Denver City Council unanimously approved an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between the City and County of Denver and the BID, which cleared the way for improvements to begin. The design and construction costs are paid for by the BID. There are no City funds involved.
The Fillmore Plaza upgrade is the final step for “The New North,” an $18.5 million renovation of the entire District. The construction on the entire project began in March 2010 and was substantially completed in October 2010. Recent improvements included new landscaping to beautify the area and conserve water, new lighting for safety and energy conservation, better identity and wayfinding, 20 new Art and Garden spaces and upgraded infrastructure. It is the first major renovation to the area since 1989. In addition, the City of Denver included the District in their transition from parking kiosks to new customer-friendly Smart Meters last year.
Design Workshop and CommArts served as the project’s architects and landscape designers, Nolte and Associates handled program and construction management and the Weitz Company served as the general contractor for “The New North” project. Work on Fillmore Plaza will begin in February and the planned completion date is in time for the 2011 Cherry Creek Arts Festival in July.
February 02, 2011Restaurant Aria Opens In Cherry Creek
Chef Michael Long Brings Signature, Award-Winning Cuisine to Denver
(DENVER) – Jan. 11, 2011 – What began as an Opus is now elevated to an Aria. The team that opened Littleton’s award-winning Opus Restaurant eight years ago has unveiled their new sister restaurant Aria at 250 Josephine Street in Cherry Creek North in December 2010.
While an opus refers to any artistic work on a grand scale or a set of compositions by a particular composer, aria meaning “air” in Italian, is an operatic term for an extended voice solo, or a melody. Together these restaurants form a complementary pairing bound with Chef Michael Long’s inspired New American cuisine.
Chef Long and his culinary team preside over a menu that combines updated classics, cutting edge new creations and a special chef’s tasting menu. Aria is open for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch and provides a reasonably priced fine dining experience.
Aria’s menus include updates of Chef Long’s most notable dishes and many new creations that highlight his playful yet intricate culinary philosophy. Appetizers from the dinner menu include Ramen Italiano ($9) fresh pasta, escarole broth, chicken and egg; Colorado Lamb Meatballs ($11) fresh mozzarella, Muir Glen fire roasted tomato sauce and parsley salad; Duck Duck Goose ($22) foie gras, goose confit, cured duck breast and cranberry.
Signature entrees include Harvest Grape Glazed Crisp Duckling ($27) sweet potato apple brulee, red wine cabbage and dried fruit chutney; Skillet Seared Filet of Beef ($33) bubble and squeak ravioli, red wine shallot jus, gorgonzola; and “Porterhouse” Beef Duet ($39) petite filet & sirloin, marrow bone, creamed spinach and mushroom sauté.
Lunch dishes are equally as interesting, including Goat Cheese and Pistachio Crusted Redbird Chicken ($14) shaved fennel, yukon potato cake, chicken jus; Bison “Pot Roast” Sandwich ($12) spiced braised bison, baby vegetables and gruyere cheese; and Colorado Lamb Pastrami Sandwich ($15) caramelized onions, provolone and country mustard as well as a three-course Chef’s Feature menu for $25.
Brunch is a mix of traditional dishes and updated classics, such as the Monte Cristo Benedict ($13) smoked turkey, pan perdu, roasted pork, hollandaise and raspberry jam; Seared Scal¬lop and Pecan Grits ($21) yellow grits, creole butter and green onion; Our Own Colorado Bison Corned Hash Cakes ($15) poached eggs, smoked paprika hollandaise and rye toast; and Applelicious French Toast ($13) our own apple “bread” with walnut syrup and warm granny smiths.
The wine list at Aria takes its cues from the best wine regions around the world, with a large selection of by the glass pours ranging from $9 - $19. The restaurant’s popular Wine Flight offers two ounce tasting pours of any three different wines by the glass for $17.
The list of signature cocktails is also noteworthy and gives a nod to its location in the heart of one of Denver’s most popular neighborhoods. Favorites include the Aria Espresso Martini ($12) shot of espresso, vanilla vodka and chocolate liquor; Colorado Rusty Nail ($12) Stranahan’s Colorado whiskey and Drambuie; The Cherry Creek ($12) cherry vodka, citrus vodka and cranberry; and 250 Josephine Margarita ($8) tequila, orange liquor, pineapple juice and lime.
Aria features a large dining room lined on one side with windows, allowing the natural light to pick up the burnt orange and eggplant hues found throughout the room. When combined with the artful presentation of each dish, the subtle metallic sculptures scattered around the restaurant present a perfect place to rest the eye. Additionally, the large patio can seat up to 35 guests. An intimate private dining room can be reserved for up to 20 people, and with two days notice, the Chef can prepare a special omakase-style dinner with off-the-menu dishes that reflect his whims for the day.
For more information on Aria, please visit dinearia.com or call 303.377.4012. Please follow Aria on Facebook and Twitter @RestaurantAria.
Executive Chef Michael Long
Having worked in kitchens since the age of 12, Chef Michael Long’s career has taken him from dishwasher at a neighborhood Italian joint in Florida to Aria, his new project in the heart of Cherry Creek. He graduated from the Culinary Institute of America at Hyde Park and has cooked in New York; Florida at Café Arugula, La Vielle Maison, then rated four Mobile stars, and Topaz Café and Porch; Prince Edward Island, Canada at The Inn at Boy Fortune under Food Network Canada personality Michael Smith; and South Carolina at Florence Country Club. Most recently, he headed up the team at Opus, Aria’s sister restaurant, for more than eight years.
Chef Long’s culinary philosophy is driven by the whimsical nature of creating dishes that entertain all senses while striving to present the finest food possible across a variety of cuisines. He is inspired by creating dishes people are familiar with, though always with a unique twist. The dishes found on the Aria menus reflect flavors and techniques Chef Long has picked up and perfected throughout his career.
Interesting career highlights include catering at the 1999 Masters Golf Tournament, cooking at the 2002 Winter Olympics and catering for several MLB, NBA and NHL teams. Chef Long is also a national spokesperson for Muir Glen Organic Tomatoes and Redbird Chicken. Locally, he has won several notable events such as First Place in the International Beer Festival 2010, “Best Chef” at the 2009 Denver International Wine Festival’s Taste of Elegance, “Best Grilled Cheese” at the Colorado Cheese Festival, and “Best Appetizer” at Beaujolais and Beyond.
January 06, 2011The JW Marriott Denver named to Condé Nast Traveler’s “Gold List” for 2011
Denver, Colo. (December 20, 2010) – The JW Marriott Denver Cherry Creek is pleased to announce that it has been named to Condé Nast Traveler’s “Gold List” for 2011.
The JW Marriott Denver is one of only six Colorado hotels featured and the only Denver property to make the magazine’s list of the “World’s 504 Best Hotels, Resorts and Cruise Lines,” which is culled from reader survey responses. The magazine describes the JW Marriott Denver’s staff as “always smiling and exude that classic Colorado friendliness."
In October, the JW Marriott Denver was named on Condé Nast Traveler’s 2010 Readers’ Choice Awards as one of the “Top Hotels in the United States.” The JW Marriott Denver was ranked #45 on the list and was again the only Denver hotel to be featured.
The hotel, which is currently undergoing a $3 million renovation of its 196 luxurious guest rooms, was previously featured on Condé Nast Traveler’s “Gold List” in 2007 and 2009.
Located in the heart of Denver’s posh Cherry Creek North shopping district, the JW Marriott Denver features 196 opulent guest rooms and suites that blend modern décor with generous space, high-tech amenities and an exquisite 4-piece marble bathroom. The JW Marriott Denver, which recently remodeled its 8,400 square feet of meeting space and its Business Center, also offers complimentary wired and wireless internet and a state-of-the-art Fitness Center.
The hotel also features the culinary excellence of the acclaimed Second Home Kitchen + Bar and the adjacent Spa at Cherry Creek, a full-service spa and salon.
For more information or reservations, please call 303-316-2700 or visit www.jwmarriottdenver.com. Become a fan of the JW Marriott Denver on Facebook or follow us on Twitter: jwmarriottden
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Fascination St. Fine art gallery welcomes child prodigy Alexandra Nechita to Cherry Creek North
International artist Alexandra Nechita to show critically acclaimed art January 28 – 30, 2011
Denver, CO (January 4, 2011) –Fascination St. Fine Art welcomes critically acclaimed artist and former child prodigy Alexandra Nechita to its Cherry Creek North gallery space. This special exhibition of Nechita’s recent paintings, lithographs, watercolors, sculpture and line drawings will take place January 28 – 30, 2011.
Special uncrating event - Saturday January 22nd 5pm-8pm
Get a sneak preview of Nechita’s pieces and an early opportunity to pre-purchase before the opening
Preview appointments available from January 23rd – January 29th
Invitation only fundraising event with the Children’s Hospital Foundation
Friday, January 28th 5:30-8:30pm
Exhibition and Art Opening Saturday, January 29th 6-9pm
Exhibition and Art Opening Sunday, January 30th 12-3pm
During each of these special events January 28th-30th, Nechita will be in attendance at the gallery, meeting with collectors, speaking about her work and signing all purchased artwork.
Born in Romania in 1985, Alexandra Nechita began drawing at the age of two. By age seven, Nechita was painting with oils and acrylics, and her first exhibit was a one-woman (child) show held at a Los Angeles public library when she was just eight years old. Nechita’s talent was instantly recognized as capacity crowds came to see her amazing, and often monumental paintings. After seeing her art, the press labeled her the “The Petite Picasso.”
In her early years as an artist, Nechita attracted the attention of art critics and the media who told the world about the “rarest of child prodigies” – an artist that had mastered drawing and color and who had created a visual language of her own, in a unique, lyrical, figurative, abstract cubist manner. By age ten, Nechita was producing strikingly accomplished canvases, which were easily compared to the work of talented, fully mature artists. Her works have a developed artistic personality, highly sophisticated and fully alive to the nuances and possibilities of her medium.
For more information about the artist or the gallery, or to RSVP to one of the special events listed above, please contact Alice with Fascination St. Fine Art at 303.333.1566 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). To book an interview with the artist please contact Alice Crandall at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 303-333-1566.
December 02, 2010Broncos QB Kyle Orton to serve as “Celebrity Santa”
Broncos QB Kyle Orton to serve as “Celebrity Santa” to raise money for Champa House
DENVER – Denver Broncos record-setting quarterback Kyle Orton will sport the big red coat and white beard as “Celebrity Santa,” presented by Cherry Creek North and Denver Magazine, at the JW Marriott on Monday, December 6, 2010, with 100 percent of proceeds from ticket sales going to benefit Champa House. Tickets are $10 per person and available at http://www.cherrycreeknorth.com. Tickets are selling quickly and will sell out. This is a great visual to see as one of Denver’s star athletes greets fans as Santa Claus.
Kyle Orton Celebrity Santa Details
DATE: Monday, December 6, 2010
TIME: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
WHERE: JW Marriott Denver Main Ballroom, 150 Clayton Lane, Denver, 80206
TICKETS: $10/person, on sale at http://www.cherrycreeknorth.com
MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Santa Kyle will be available for media interviews at 5:50 PM for 10 minutes in the Main Ballroom at the JW Marriott before taking his place on the Santa chair. We encourage you to stay and photograph Santa Kyle after the interview session as long as you would like. Media RSVP is greatly appreciated so we can better serve you.
About Champa House: Champa House is a transitional rehabilitation facility offering long-term help toward self-sufficiency to single mothers and their children. Women are referred to Champa House through shelters, social services, churches, and self-referrals. Once they arrive, the home provides security, structure, and the opportunity they need to break free from the cycle of poverty and homelessness. The safe, family atmosphere gives these women and their families a place to heal and grow. For more information, visit http://www.denverrescuemission.org/champa.html.
About the CCNBID: The Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District (BID) was established in 1989 as the first business improvement district in Colorado. The BID is a governmental special district chartered by State Statute. The District provides essential services that support property owners, merchants, and other users of the District that would otherwise not be available. The District encompasses a sixteen block (27 acres) area, bounded by 1st and 3rd Avenues and University and Steele Streets. Based upon annual revenues, the CCNBID is the second largest in Colorado. For details on events, and for more information on “The New North,” visit http://www.CherryCreekNorth.com.
November 10, 2010
Oster Jewelers Announces a Personal Appearance by Jewelry Designer
Oster Jewelers Announces a Personal Appearance by Jewelry Designer Doris Panos and the Launch of her "Precious Silver" Collection
Oster Jewelers is proud to be selected as Colorado’s exclusive jewelry boutique to represent the “Precious Silver” collection by Doris Panos. Doris Panos will be making a special personal appearance at the Cherry Creek North boutique. A world renowned jewelry designer to red carpet celebrities, Doris will also showcase her 18k Couture line featuring her Diva rings and elegant stackable bangles. Her "Precious Silver," patent pending jewelry collection carries a lifetime guarantee.
The launch event will be held Friday, November 12th all day with cocktail reception from 5:00-7:00 p.m. and Saturday, November 13th, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 251 Steele Street. For photos & more information see http://www.osterjewelers.com
Doris Panos Designs was founded in 1993 by Doris Panos, who learned her trade from generations of jewelers. Catering to American Royalty, international celebrities and clients of discriminating tastes alike, Doris Panos has found fans in women who crave exquisite design in wearable, one-of-a-kind pieces.
About Oster Jewelers
Oster Jewelers is a premier watch and jewelry retailer located at 251 Steele Street in the Cherry Creek North, Denver, Colorado and online at www.OsterJewelers.com. Opened by Jeremy and Melissa Oster in 2002, Oster Jewelers is a boutique offering informative and personalized assistance to customers. Specializing in custom and designer jewelry, exceptional diamonds and the finest watches in the world, Oster Jewelers has earned a reputation for unmatched quality and service.
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Oster Jewelers and Dior to host a fabulous cocktail reception
Oster Jewelers and Dior to host a fabulous cocktail reception featuring a preview of the Newest Collection of Dior Timepieces
On November 3rd, Dior Timepieces will host an exclusive cocktail reception at Oster Jewelers from 5-8pm that evening. As the only Dior Timepieces retailer in the Colorado area, this exquisite event will introduce the world of Dior and Parisian luxury to the people of Denver and showcase the new and unique Dior timepieces that are currently available at Oster Jewelers. A Dior Beauty make-up artist will also be on hand to perform mini makeovers for those in attendance and Oster Jewelers will be transformed to reflect the Parisian elegance of Dior. The Dior trunk show will continue November 4th.
About Oster Jewelers
Oster has succeeded in bringing the most sought after and stylish product mixes to the Denver area and has an unparalleled ability to discover the hottest up and coming jewelers and watchmakers. Whether you are in the market for handcrafted timepieces, exquisite jewelry or the finest diamonds, Oster is the place. The intimate Steele Street boutique offers an ambiance that is inviting, friendly and helpful to all so that it is no surprise that the store boasts a clientele of celebrities, athletes, business and civic leaders. Oster Jewelers is located in Cherry Creek North at 251 Steele Street, Denver, CO 80206 Telephone 303-572-1111 www.osterjewelers.com for more information.
About Dior
Time is precious in an Haute Couture House. The closer it gets to the day of the show, the more every second counts, the more every idea fuses together. And the more the seamstresses are seen to be making miracles; cutting, draping, sewing, embroidering and embellishing the most exceptional dresses imaginable. In Paris at Christian Dior, all the floors on 30 Avenue Montaigne live in step to the exciting and bustling rhythm of the Design Studio. Time is precious. In the real and in the figurative sense, since the House now creates Dior Timepieces, Haute Horlogerie made in the same spirit of creativity, excellence and exceptionalness as the elaboration of an Haute Couture dress.
Dior Haute Horlogerie is in a permanent state of creation. The Avenue Montaigne studios give free rein to their imagination making sketches and expressing their desires before they pass the relay onto expert Swiss watch-makers who make their ideas come to life.
In the same way that Christian Dior Couture turns to the finest craftsman specialized in feather or lace making or embroidery, Dior Horlogerie calls upon specialist talents when a designer imagines a concept or aesthetics that are not within the competence of the Ateliers Horlogers Dior: Quinting for its mysterious movement, Concepto for its Tourbillon caliber, Orny and Girardin for its “Dior 8 fuseaux horaires” movement, and Bunter for its Dior Christal Haute Couture passages.
October 26, 2010Cherry Creek North unveils “The New North” in time for holiday season Retail sales are up
Cherry Creek North unveils "The New North" in time for holiday season Retail sales are up in the District this year
The Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District (BID) has substantially completed the major phase of its first streetscape improvements in more than 20 years, "The New North," bringing the construction project in on deadline and under budget, just in time for the 2010 holiday season.
"The New North" project is the culmination of an effort that began in 2006 with an election by the District's constituents that approved selling $18.5 million in bonds for the specific purpose of upgrading the area's streetscape. The BID successfully sold the bonds in two sales, one in October 2008 and one in September 2009; the BID was the first in Colorado to sell its own bonds. The BID financed and managed the design and construction of "The New North" project. The improvements are designed to retain and attract visitors and users, to protect and preserve the District's character, and to keep the District strong in a competitive retail environment. Improvements include new landscaping to beautify the area and conserve water, new lighting for safety and energy conservation, better identity and way-finding signs, 20 new Art and Garden places and upgraded infrastructure.
"This project is the result of the enormous effort of countless people. We could not be prouder of the finished results and we are thrilled that the timing has worked out perfectly for this year's holiday season," said Cherry Creek North BID President and CEO Julie Bender. "Thanks to the vision, energy and expertise of our Board members, staff, construction and design team, everybody from our constituents, customers, neighbors and visitors will benefit for many years to come."
Design Workshop served as the project's architects, Nolte and Associates handled program and construction management and the Weitz Company served as the general contractor. The actual construction began in March 2010.
The completion of this phase is another milestone for the District during 2010. In addition to completing the construction, the District hosted the 20th anniversary of the Cherry Creek Arts Festival, its own successful Food & Wine event, and the 40th Annual Sidewalk Sale. New sales tax data from the City of Denver shows that the District saw a 12 percent increase in collections during the first four months of 2010 over the same period in 2009. This rate of increase was triple that of the City of Denver's or the surrounding metro area.
In addition, the City of Denver is including the District in their transition from parking kiosks to Smart Meters. Steele Street has been converted and the rest of the District will have the new consumer-friendly technology by the end of the year.
The final phase of the streetscape project will be the renovation of Fillmore Plaza. The new hybrid design will enhance pedestrian, event and retail activity in the area. The BID facilitated a collaborative discussion of the many stakeholders (including BID constituents, the City of Denver, Councilwoman Jeanne Robb, and surrounding neighborhoods) to achieve the current hybrid design. The design was approved unanimously by the BID Board. It also received majority support from the registered neighborhood organizations such as Cherry Creek North, Cherry Creek East and Country Club Neighborhood Associations. Others that support the new design include experts within the City (Planning, Public Works, and Fire Department) and outside organizations (Transportation Solutions and the Cherry Creek Design Advisory Board). The new design is the result of countless hours of work that was paid for by the BID and without any City funds. Work on Fillmore Plaza will begin after the first of the year and is intended to be completed in time for the 2011 Cherry Creek Arts Festival.
October 22, 2010
Locally-Owned, Cherry Creek North Boutique Celebrates 10-years in Business
Denver-based, artist-owned "Elizabeth Lindsay Creations" is celebrating a decade in business in Cherry Creek North.
Elizabeth Lindsay Creations has been independently and artist-owned since the very beginning, and has become known as the affordable “go-to boutique" for unique gifts, accessories and one-of-kind jewelry.
Elizabeth Lindsay is the creator of the very popular, custom-made “Token Tags™ ” which are worn by local Coloradoans as well as several celebrities including the cast of Grey’s Anatomy and Desperate Housewives. Token Tags are hand-stamped, sterling silver, mini dog tags that the customer gets to personalize. They start at just $25.
“It’s a miracle,” states Elizabeth, “And that is exactly what our party invitation will say… It’s a miracle we are still here, and thanks to you (our valued customers) we are celebrating our 10-year anniversary." Celebrations will take place on Friday & Saturday, November 12th and 13th, from 10am to 6pm, and will include sparkling drinks and yummy treats, and feature specials on Token Tags and giveaways.
Elizabeth Lindsay Creations is a long-time supporter of the community, and “Giving back is twice as nice" will be a central theme of the event. Anyone who brings in a gently-used item of clothing for Dress for Success Denver will get a free gift, which will actually help the earth too… giving has never been so rewarding.
About Elizabeth Lindsay Creations
After selling her jewelry designs nationally to such places as Neiman Marcus and the Museum of Modern Art NYC for over 10 years, Elizabeth opened her very own retail location in Denver, Colorado in 2000. Since then, Elizabeth has developed a very loyal clientele and has received a number of awards and publicity including: Top of the Town, 5280 Magazine, Best of Denver 2010, Westword Magazine, Us Weekly, In Touch, CBS and many more. She has made her Token Tags for various celebrities including Oprah, Trista Sutter and the Colorado Rockies.
Elizabeth supports two charities through her shop. One is for Breast Cancer and the other is In Defense of Animals. Elizabeth was chosen by the Susan B Komen Race for the Cure to do the 10-year commemorative pin for Denver. When Elizabeth’s mother "Cleves" was nearing the end of her 12-year battle with breast cancer, Elizabeth stamped out some words of encouragement and support for her father to wear ...he never took them off and that is how Token Tags were born.
Elizabeth Lindsay Creations
3033 East Third Avenue
Denver, CO 80206
303-333-9989
www.tokentags.com
The JW Marriott Denver honored as one of the Top U.S. Hotels by Condé Nast Traveler
Only Denver hotel featured in annual “Readers’ Choice” travel survey
The JW Marriott Denver Cherry Creek is very proud to announce that it is named on Condé Nast Traveler’s 2010 Readers’ Choice Awards as one of the “Top Hotels in the United States.”
The JW Marriott Denver is ranked #44 on the list and is the only Denver hotel to be featured.
Nearly 26,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers evaluated more than 10,000 properties and destinations worldwide in the 23rd annual survey, which is featured in the November issue of the magazine.
“It is a tremendous honor to have such strong support among Condé Nast Traveler readers,” said JW Marriott Denver general manager Mike Case. “The entire staff is thrilled by this recognition because we strive to offer an exceptionally high level of service and luxury to our guests every day.”
Located in the heart of Denver’s posh Cherry Creek North shopping district, the JW Marriott Denver features 196 opulent guest rooms and suites that blend modern décor with generous space, high-tech amenities and an exquisite 4-piece marble bathroom. The hotel - which features a cozy lobby living room with a fireplace, two outdoor Jacuzzis and 24-hour room service - was named one of the “710 World’s Best Places to Stay” by Condé Nast Traveler for 2009 and has won numerous guest satisfaction awards from Marriott Corporation.
The JW Marriott Denver, which recently remodeled its 8,400 square feet of meeting space and its Business Center, also offers complimentary wired and wireless internet and a state-of-the-art Fitness Center. The Spa at Cherry Creek, which is adjacent to the hotel, features a full-service spa and salon.
In addition, the JW Marriot Denver features the culinary excellence of the acclaimed Second Home Kitchen + Bar. Cozy yet spacious and casual yet refined, Second Home features modern American home cooking with spins on timeless classics in a setting that is reminiscent of a “second home” in the beautiful Rocky Mountains.
The JW Marriott Denver is the only luxury hotel in Cherry Creek North, which is widely known as Denver’s top shopping destination with more than 320 boutiques, restaurants, galleries, spas and salons. The hotel is just a quick drive from downtown Denver, the Colorado Convention Center and the Colorado State Capital.
The JW Marriott Denver Cherry Creek is located at 150 Clayton Lane in Denver. For reservations, please call 303-316-2700 or visit www.jwmarriottdenver.com.
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PISMO Exhibition of Works by Steve Klein for Denver Arts Week
PISMO Fine Art Glass, Colorado’s foremost gallery for glass art, will present “Moments”, a solo exhibition of new works by internationally-renowned glass artist Steve Klein. The exhibition, held in conjunction with Denver Arts Week, will open with a reception on Friday, November 5, 2010 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in PISMO’s Cherry Creek North location at 2770 E. Second Avenue. The exhibition will run through November 24th.
Following a successful career running his own business, Steve pursued his passion for art in his 50s. He quickly became a major presence in the field and has been asked to teach kilnforming around the world. Steve’s work is held in museum collections in the US and internationally including Spain, Scotland, China and Israel. Balance, compromise, resolution and humor are Steve’s criteria for life and happiness. These are the attributes that are the embodiment of his work.
Steve says, “The three series that represent the focus of my work for this show differ in inspiration, yet are the result of considered contemplation and my desire to bring beauty to life. The fragility of glass and the sensuous beauty of the color and reflection make it the perfect vehicle to relive and share special moments.
The Exploration series began several years ago as a vehicle to explore personal relationships. Informed by the paintings of the abstract expressionist movement, I combine color and form to create an object of unified and resolved elements that reflect the wonderful but momentary feeling that I get viewing these masterpieces and resolving the complexity of personal relationships.
The ongoing Balance series addresses the awkward, confusing and, at times, uncomfortable moments that we experience in life. These objects poke fun at those situations and constantly remind me to look for the beauty and positive aspects in every situation.
The most recent series, Holding, delves into a personal realization that no matter how much we protect what we cherish and love in our lives, we cannot shelter or hold it forever. It is important to me to find what makes sense and what is positive in any circumstance; not to hide, but to embrace and celebrate what is.
With this work I seek to provide a moment away, a very small respite of beauty and solace from the everyday.”
October 04, 2010SOL’s Bra Drive for The Gathering Place
Donate your bras and win 3 new bra and panty sets! October marks the beginning of SOL’s Annual Bra Drive for The Gathering Place. This year when you donate new or gently-worn bras during the month of October at SOL you will be entered to win 3 new fall bra & panty sets! Make a difference for yourself AND someone else.
Since 2005 SOL has distributed more than 3500 bras to the women of The Gathering Place, Denver’s only daytime drop-in center for women and children who are experiencing homelessness or poverty. But SOL owners Cindy Johnson and Jeanie Peterson along with SOL lingerie’s staff do more than just donate the bras. They go once each month to do the same private fittings they do for their Cherry Creek North customers, demonstrating a gentle touch and taking one more burden from the women The Gathering Place serves. If none of the donated items fits a woman, SOL orders a brand new bra from a manufacturer free of charge.
September 29, 2010Locally-owned, cherry creek north boutique celebrates 10-years in business
Denver-based, artist-owned "Elizabeth Lindsay Creations" is celebrating a decade in business in Cherry Creek North.
Elizabeth Lindsay Creations has been independently and artist-owned since the very beginning, and has become known as the affordable “go-to boutique" for unique gifts, accessories and one-of-kind jewelry.
Elizabeth Lindsay is the creator of the very popular, custom-made “Token Tags™ ” which are worn by local Coloradoans as well as several celebrities including the cast of Grey’s Anatomy and Desperate Housewives. Token Tags are hand-stamped, sterling silver, mini dog tags that the customer gets to personalize. They start at just $25.
“It’s a miracle,” states Elizabeth, “And that is exactly what our party invitation will say… It’s a miracle we are still here, and thanks to you (our valued customers) we are celebrating our 10-year anniversary." Celebrations will take place on Friday & Saturday, November 12th and 13th, from 10am to 6pm, and will include sparkling drinks and yummy treats, and feature specials on Token Tags and giveaways.
Elizabeth Lindsay Creations is a long-time supporter of the community, and “Giving back is twice as nice" will be a central theme of the event. Anyone who brings in a gently-used item of clothing for Dress for Success will get a free gift, which will actually help the earth too… giving has never been so rewarding.
About Elizabeth Lindsay Creations
After selling her jewelry designs nationally to such places as Neiman Marcus and the Museum of Modern Art NYC for over 10 years, Elizabeth opened her very own retail location in Denver, Colorado in 2000. Since then, Elizabeth has developed a very loyal clientele and has received a number of awards and publicity including: Top of the Town, 5280 Magazine, Best of Denver 2010, Westword Magazine, Us Weekly, In Touch, CBS and many more. She has made her Token Tags for various celebrities including Oprah, Trista Sutter and the Colorado Rockies. Elizabeth supports two charities through her shop. One is for Breast Cancer and the other is In Defense of Animals. Elizabeth was chosen by the Susan B Komen Race for the Cure to do the 10-year commemorative pin for Denver. When Elizabeth’s mother "Cleves" was nearing the end of her 12-year battle with breast cancer, Elizabeth stamped out some words of encouragement and support for her father to wear .....he never took them off and that is how Token Tags were born.
September 29, 2010Oster Jewelers Announces Bridal Diamond Event
Special In-Store Appearance by Katharine James and Tod
Oster Jewelers, located in Cherry Creek North, announces a special in store Bridal Diamond Event on Friday, October 8th and Saturday, October 9th, with personal appearances from Katharine James & Todd Reed. The event will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Friday and from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.
Oster Jewelers is the only Denver jewelry boutique to exclusively carry the bridal collections of Katharine James Couture, Todd Reed, Erica Courtney and K. Brunini.
As a Town & Country Couture “Best in Bridal” award winner, Katharine James designs romantic and intricate wedding rings known for their beauty and elegance. Oster Jewelers is proud to announce that Katharine James will be in store for the Bridal Diamond Event, presenting her bridal collection and helping couples select the perfect engagement and wedding rings.
Bringing artistic appeal to the world of bridal jewelry through his use of raw diamonds and recycled gold, Todd Reed designs rings for the modern bride that are bold, beautiful and innovative. Handcrafted in his Colorado studio, Todd’s engagement and wedding band collection is unique for its natural beauty and elegance. Todd Reed will also be in store on October 8th and 9th, introducing his collection and meeting with customers.
Couples looking for unique and hard to find engagement and wedding rings, new settings, and updated designs are invited to attend this special in store event. For more information, please visit website.
About Oster Jewelers
Oster Jewelers is a premier watch and jewelry retailer located at 251 Steele Street in the Cherry Creek North area of Denver, Colorado and online at our website. Opened by Jeremy and Melissa Oster in 2002, Oster Jewelers is a boutique store offering informative and personalized assistance to customers. Specializing in custom and designer jewelry, exceptional diamonds and the finest watches in the world, Oster Jewelers has earned a reputation for unmatched quality and service.
September 15, 2010Peter Speake-Marin at Oster Jewelers on September 23rd
Oster Jewelers, a luxury watch and fine jewelry store located in Cherry Creek North, announces the appearance of Peter Speake-Marin in store on Thursday, September 23rd. Oster Jewelers is one of only seven stores in the United States to carry the exclusive line of Speake-Marin watches.
Speake-Marin timepieces are a perfect blend of traditional watch making craft and contemporary design. Functionality, longevity and beauty are the cornerstones of all Speake-Marin designs. Peter’s pursuit of technical perfection is evident by looking into the back of the newest creations, which feature his stunning Manufacture movement.
A dedicated student of the art and mechanics of fine watch making, Peter Speake-Marin worked as a movement designer for several luxury watch makers before creating his own company in Rolle, Switzerland over ten years ago. He believes that, “The goal is not just to manufacture a product that sells well today. True value will come from its durability over time.”
Oster Jewelers is extremely proud to have been chosen by Peter as one of very few retailers in the United States to represent Speake-Marin timepieces. We invite you to our store in Cherry Creek North on September 23rd to meet Peter Speake-Marin and view his collection.
About Oster Jewelers
Oster Jewelers is a premier watch and jewelry retailer located at 251 Steele Street in the Cherry Creek North area of Denver, Colorado and online at www.OsterJewelers.com. Opened by Jeremy and Melissa Oster in 2002, Oster Jewelers is a boutique store offering informative and personalized assistance to customers. Specializing in custom and designer jewelry, exceptional diamonds and the finest watches in the world, Oster Jewelers has earned a reputation for unmatched quality and service.
September 07, 2010PISMO Supports the “Colorado Project”
PISMO Fine Art Glass, Colorado’s foremost gallery for glass art, has joined forces with the “Colorado Project” to benefit The Food Bank of the Rockies. PISMO will host a reception and silent auction on October 8, 2010, at their Denver gallery - 2770 E. Second Avenue in Cherry Creek North. The glass works to be auctioned have been donated by more than two dozen artists participating in the Colorado Project. The participants include lamp workers from around the state and the nation. 100% of the proceeds from the auction will go to The Food Bank of the Rockies. For those who would like a sneak preview, the auction items will be on display at PISMO starting October 6th.
In its second year, the Colorado Project is a 501(3) non-profit organization whose primary mission is to unite glass artists through philanthropic events and causes. Over 300 glass artists participated in a weekend workshop this past July to collaborate in a non-competitive environment allowing them to share ideas and knowledge regarding their craft. Many of the auction items were made that weekend.
The works include a beautiful wall installation titled “Metamorphosis”. The piece is made in individual sections that measure a total of 37” high x 90” wide. The piece emulates the transformation of a worm to a cocoon to a stunning butterfly. Five artists collaborated to make this wonderful piece – Darby Holm, Ryan “Buck” Harris, Adam Grafuis, Alex Ubatuba, and Eusheen Goines.
The Colorado Project is sponsored by Northstar Glassworks, Glasscraft, Profitable Glass and Shack Man Glass.
September 01, 2010PISMO Fine Art Glass Wins Prestigious Retailing Award
PISMO Fine Art Glass, Colorado’s foremost gallery for glass art, has been recognized as one of the top ten North American craft galleries by NICHE magazine.
This makes the ninth time in PISMO’s 20 year history that it has been recognized in NICHE’S top ten group of craft retailers. PISMO won the “Retailer of the Year” award in 1996.
PISMO Fine Art Glass opened in 1990 as a mixed media gallery, and switched primarily to glass in 1995. Owner Sandy Sardella operates three additional galleries in Colorado: PISMO Gallery at Beaver Creek, PISMO Gallery at Vail and PISMO Gallery at Aspen. The PISMO galleries are recognized internationally for the breadth and depth of their collections, offering a variety of pieces to suit everyone from the casual admirer to the serious collector. The Denver gallery is located at 2770 East Second Avenue in Cherry Creek North. Their web site can be found at http://www.pismoglass.com.
August 10, 2010SOL Lingerie 2010 Ad Campaign Launch Party
DENVER, Colorado – August 10, 2010 – The SOL Girl has parked her truck from her Road Trip and taken to the skies! Destination SOL! Join us Wednesday August 25th from 5-8pm as SOL…Store of Lingerie, one of the country’s leading lingerie stores specializing in bra fitting and fine European intimate apparel, celebrates the ‘Denver Based Flight Crew’ that created SOL’s 2010 Ad Campaign: SOL Air.
Wednesday August 25th from 5-8pm is the opportunity to get your picture taken with the SOL Girl and get her autograph. Meet Cindy Johnson, SOL's Co-Owner and National Bra Fitting Expert who has been on The TODAY Show nine times. She is the Creative Director behind the entire campaign. Meet the other talent who helped make it happen: Photographer Jody Zorn, graphic artist Bari de Jaynes, hair stylist Sedrique, SOL Girl Tiffany Vartanyan and the rest of the talent.
Mix and mingle over drinks and airline peanuts. Everyone who attends receives their very own custom SOL Air luggage tag and is automatically entered to win a $500 shopping spree at SOL! Shop the new Fall styles that have just arrived and the Behind the Scenes video of the shoot will be shown for the first time throughout the evening.
A percent of proceeds will be donated to Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum who generously offered their site as the location for the SOL Air photo shoot.
Founded in 1997 by two sisters, Cindy Johnson and Jeanie Peterson, and located in Denver’s prestigious Cherry Creek North shopping district, SOL is one of the cornerstones of the areas’ independently owned boutiques and offers an exquisite collection of lingerie including bras and panties, pajamas, loungewear and robes. SOL designers include Marie Jo, Prima Donna, Hanky Panky, Eberjey and Natori as well as other distinctive pieces designed exclusively for SOL. Open Monday through Saturday,10AM to 6PM. The Launch Party is Wednesday August 25th from 5-8pm. 1-800-466-1356 Customers may also shop online at http://www.SOLlingerie.com.
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July 02, 2010PISMO Fine Art Glass
PISMO Fine Art Glass, Colorado’s foremost gallery for glass art, celebrated its 20th anniversary on June 30th.
PISMO opened its first location in Cherry Creek North (Denver) in 1990 as a mixed media gallery, and switched primarily to glass in 1995. Owner Sandy Sardella operates three additional galleries in Colorado: PISMO Gallery at Beaver Creek (opened in 1997), PISMO Gallery at Vail (2002) and PISMO Gallery at Aspen (2003).
Sandy attributes her long time success to her wonderful, friendly, well-informed staff that makes clients’ visits a pleasure whether they are casual admirers or serious, museum quality collectors. And, Sandy says, “We owe a lot of our success to our loyal customers who have supported us over the past twenty years. They enjoy coming to the gallery to see what’s new. We’re always bringing in new works by emerging artists as well as our well-established artists. We aren’t afraid to try something different”.
Just as PISMO has evolved over the past twenty years, so has glass art. Sandy says, “We’ve had the opportunity to host many world renowned artists – Dale Chihuly visited the gallery in 1995 for the grand opening of our then new location and Lino Tagliapietra (arguably the best glass artist in the world), now 75, has visited the gallery five times and will be coming again on July 17th for his sixth solo exhibition at the gallery.”
The PISMO galleries are recognized internationally for the breadth and depth of their collections. The gallery is often compared to a museum due to its large selection of works by many other world renowned artists in addition to Chihuly and Tagliapietra. We also enjoy representing and mentoring emerging artists, helping to boost their recognition in the field of glass.
Sandy loves glass art and has thoroughly enjoyed the privilege of introducing the medium to thousands of people. She says, “I’ve always said I will continue to do this as long as I’m having fun. And I’m still having fun… most days!”
The Denver gallery is located at 2770 East Second Avenue in Cherry Creek North. Their web site can be found at http://www.pismoglass.com.
March 05, 2010Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District Selects General Contractor
The Weitz Company brings local experience to the Capital Improvements Project
DENVER—The Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District (BID) selected The Weitz Company as the general contractor for their upcoming Capital Improvements Project. The work is the first comprehensive upgrade to the Cherry Creek North streetscape in 20 years and will improve the overall business environment in the District.
"Cherry Creek North has a national reputation as a shopping and dining destination," said Julie Bender, president and CEO of Cherry Creek North BID. “These improvements will enhance the overall Cherry Creek North experience for constituents, consumers and residents. During these renovations, Cherry Creek North will be open for business as usual.”
Read more here.
February 19, 2010Denver boutiques bring in big-name designers
Denver Post, February 18, 2010
Two Denver boutiques are bringing in New York designers this spring to help them celebrate their 25th anniversaries in business.
Terry Garbarini, owner of Garbarini in Cherry Creek North, is hosting Nicole Miller from 5 to 8 p.m. March 15 for a trunk show and party at her store, 3003 E. Third Ave.
Then on March 24, accessories designer Donald Pliner will be at the store showing his shoes and handbags.
Read more here.
February 01, 2010HW Home Named Retailer of the Year
Denver CO
January 22, 2010
HW Home name Retailer of the Year
HW Home was awarded for the fourth time the ARTS Award for Retailer of the Year in the Midwest/Southwest region by the Accessories Resource Team at their 21st annual dinner, held January 16th, 2010 at the Dallas Market Center TX. Accepting the award were HW Home founders Jim Hering and Ron Werner. Upon accepting the award, Ron Werner stated “In 2009 we celebrated our 10th year as an independent business in Colorado. When we looked back at our 1998 business plan, we saw the truisms present a decade ago are still relevant today. Providing impeccable customer service and maintaining business integrity is how the best companies thrive, regardless of the economic climate. We are grateful to groups such as ART who recognize that in today’s homogenous retail environment it is critical to support independent businesses that cherish the unique and make our world more comfortable and beautiful.”
Read the full release here.
December 04, 2009Chris “Birdman” Andersen, Darrell Reid are “Celebrity Santa’s”
Each to don the big red coat as a 2009 fundraiser
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December 4, 2009
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Nuggets’ Chris “Birdman” Andersen, Broncos’ Darrell Reid each to don the big red coat as a 2009 fundraising “Celebrity Santa” for Cherry Creek North
Cherry Creek North announced today that Chris “Birdman” Andersen of the Denver Nuggets and Darrell Reid of the Denver Broncos have each volunteered to put on the big red coat and hat and appear as a 2009 “Celebrity Santa” in December at the JW Marriott in Cherry Creek North for a fun way to raise funds for charity.
Andersen will appear as Santa on Sunday, December 13 from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Reid will appear as Santa on Friday, December 18 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Tickets to tell Christmas wishes to a “Celebrity Santa” are $10 each, with 100 percent of the proceeds going to each player’s charity. Andersen supports ACE (Alliance for Choice in Education) http://www.acescholarships.org and Reid supports the Footz Foundation http://dreid95.com/foundation.html. Fans who purchase tickets may have one item autographed by the player. Tickets are limited and expected to sellout quickly. Also, a very limited number of exclusive VIP Packages are also available, which include the opportunity to attend a special 30-minute VIP reception with a “Celebrity Santa”, are available for $100 each. All proceeds go to charity.
Tickets to both “Celebrity Santa” appearances go on sale Saturday, December 5 at 10:00 AM through Denver Magazine’s website at http://www.denvermagazine.com/celebritysanta. Tickets will be required for admittance and each person will also receive special holiday promotional discounts and offers for shopping in Cherry Creek North.
“Not every day do you have the chance to see a Santa who is 6-foot-10 or a Santa who is 270 pounds,” said Julie Bender, Cherry Creek North’s President/CEO. “This is a great way for people to celebrate the season in Cherry Creek North with two very generous and popular Denver athletes and to help two great charities at the same time.”
Andersen has become one of Colorado’s most recognizable athletes since returning to the Nuggets in 2008. The “Birdman’s” high-energy, high-flying style of basketball helped the Nuggets advance to the 2009 Western Conference Finals. Reid is one of the cornerstones of the resurgent Broncos defense. As one of the team’s leading lineman, he has recorded a career-high four sacks and forced a fumble already this year.
Celebrity Santa Details
Chris Andersen
Date: Sunday, Dec. 13
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM (VIP Reception 2:30 PM)
Darrell Reid
Date: Friday, Dec. 18
4:30 PM – 7:00 PM (VIP Reception 4:00 PM)
Location (both): JW Marriott Denver Main Ballroom, 150 Clayton Lane, Denver, 80206
Tickets: $10/each, on sale Sat., Dec. 5 at www.denvermagazine.com/celebritysanta
About Cherry Creek North
Cherry Creek North is a 16-block shopping and dining neighborhood with the region’s largest collection of independently owned boutiques, restaurants and galleries. The 350 businesses surround Fillmore Plaza and the district hosts such community events as the Cherry Creek Arts Festival, Cherry Creek Food & Wine, Sidewalk Sale and Night at the North Pole.
November 05, 2009NorthCreek welcomes Judy Fahrenkrog to its sales team
Well respected broker specializes in the high-end market, and willdraw on her experience of working with niche markets while representing the exclusive Cherry Creek North development
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NorthCreek welcomes Judy Fahrenkrog to its sales team
Well respected broker specializes in the high-end market, and willdraw on her experience of working with niche markets while representing the exclusive Cherry Creek North development
Denver, CO (November 2009) – The development team of NorthCreek is pleased to announce the addition of Judy Fahrenkrog to its sales team as a broker associate. Ms. Fahrenkrog has represented some of the most exclusive and high-end residential properties in Colorado since 1992, and has established herself as one of the country’s premier real estate brokers.
“It’s a pleasure to join NorthCreek, perhaps Denver’s best kept real estate secret,” said Ms. Fahrenkrog. “There are incredible advantages that NorthCreek has over any other new residential development, anywhere in the Denver metro area. The fact that NorthCreek’s construction is complete, and the development team has significant financial backing, removes the question marks many buyers have today with some other local projects. That’s one of the main reasons I chose to join this team.
“Knowing that NorthCreek will be here today, and for the next 100 years, gives people an incredible amount of comfort in their real estate investment at this property,” she continued. “This is a rare treasure, located in the heart of Denver’s finest neighborhood, and there will never be another comparable location in Cherry Creek North. Once these units are gone, that’s it.”
To date, NorthCreek has sold 75 percent of its Tower building, with buyers in occupancy, and unveiled its Brownstones last spring. The project’s three phases are 100 percent complete, and are ready for immediate occupancy.
A fourth generation Colorado native, Ms. Fahrenkrog plans to apply her niche marketing and sales skills – along with her local knowledge -- as she represents NorthCreek’s condos, brownstones and flats.
“NorthCreek is a coveted address, and we’re working with a very select group of highly sophisticated buyers,” said David Steel, partner of Western Development Group, the developer of NorthCreek. “Judy understands the market we’re appealing to, and she personally understands what makes our location in Cherry Creek North so desirable and unique. For Judy, being a broker is more than just selling real estate. She is heartfelt in her approach and helps her clients understand the vision of what makes a place special.”
“NorthCreek is easily among the most elegant and quality-oriented residential developments I’ve ever represented,” commented Ms Fahrenkrog. “Its premier Denver location -- in one of the city’s most charming, inviting and stately neighborhoods -- features world class shopping, dining and entertainment either right outside the front door, or just minutes away. People who visit NorthCreek for the first time will instantly appreciate its level of quality, and I’m looking forward to further introducing them to all the things that make NorthCreek great.”
Prior to joining NorthCreek, Ms. Fahrenkrog was a broker associate at Kentwood City Properties and marketed properties in Castle Pines Village exclusively since 1992, where she sold approximately $180 million worth of real estate. She has consistently been recognized as a Top Producer, and recently served on the Board of Directors of the Denver Board of Realtors.
For more information regarding NorthCreek’s residences and lifestyle, please visit www.NorthCreekDenver.com.
September 30, 2009CHERRY CREEK NORTH BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT COMPLETES ITS BOND SALES
DENVER--The Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District today completed its sale of $18.5 million in District bonds for the design and construction of its streetscape improvement project. In October 2008, the District sold $9.25 million in bonds. In a second sale today, the District sold another $9.25 million in bonds.
The BID is undertaking renovation and upgrade of its streetscape which includes improvements to its lighting, signage, wayfinding, intersections, landscaping, street furniture and other forms of infrastructure. The improvements are to be made throughout the sixteen block area of the BID and are scheduled to begin in early 2010.
Capital Improvements Fact Sheet
The project's goal is to improve the overall business environment in the District. The improvements are designed to attract visitors and users to the District and to increase their use of Cherry Creek North as a destination for shopping, dining, and commerce. The renovations and upgrades will:
- Protect and preserve the earlier investments made in the streetscape
- Improve lighting for pedestrians and way finding for shopping and parking
- Strengthen Cherry Creek North's sense of place as a unique art and garden environment
- Improve the customer friendliness of the City's on-street parking technology
- Facilitate the expansion of the number and quality of events programming
- Incorporate sustainable design principles and practices
- Minimize the costs of ongoing maintenance needed to support the improvements
- Leverage City, property owners, and other organizations' support for the project
- Develop a more attractive and functional public space on Fillmore Plaza
- Create stronger identity statements for Cherry Creek North's gateways and streets
Important points to note about the streetscape project are:
- First comprehensive upgrades/improvements to the Cherry Creek North streetscape in twenty years
- First comprehensive streetscape project to be done by the District itself (rather than by the City)
- Cherry Creek North is the first BID in Colorado to issue its own bonds
- The bonds were sold successfully based upon District bond ratings of "A plus" from Standard and Poor's and "A minus" from Fitch
