12/11/25

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What's Up Arvada
December 11, 2025

The weekend’s almost here, Arvada! We’ve rounded up a new list of local events and things to do around town, whether you’re looking to get out with the family, enjoy some live music, or simply explore what’s happening close to home. There’s always something going on, and we’ve pulled together the best of it below.

And be sure to scroll down for this week’s Featured Home — a rare 3-acre opportunity with mountain views and tons of potential. It’s one of the most unique properties we’ve shared yet… see if you can guess the price before checking out the listing!

DAILY TRIVIA

Which classic holiday song was originally written for Thanksgiving, not Christmas?

  • A) - Silent Night

  • B) - Jingle Bells

  • C) - O Christmas Tree

  • D) - Deck The Halls

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

FEATURED HOME

Listed: Kevin Shelledy | Compass Denver

This 3-acre Arvada property offers unmatched space, privacy, and potential — all within walking distance of Van Arsdale Elementary. The home itself has great bones and over 3,400 sq. ft. to reimagine, including a walk-out basement, a double-sided brick fireplace, multiple living areas, and room for a future luxury suite downstairs. Outside, the land can be subdivided, giving buyers the option to keep the full 3 acres or sell off a 1-acre parcel to help fund a renovation.

With mountain views, open land, an outbuilding, and room for horses, this is a rare chance to create a custom retreat in an incredible setting… but can you guess the price?

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THE WRAP UP

Trivia Answer: B) Jingle Bells - (Written in 1857 as “One Horse Open Sleigh,” the song was intended for Thanksgiving festivities before becoming one of the most popular Christmas songs ever recorded.)

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