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- 7/17/25
7/17/25

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Good Morning Arvada! The weekend’s almost here, and Arvada’s got plenty going on—from live music and markets to community events worth checking out. We’ve rounded up the best of it below so you can make your plans and enjoy the sunshine.
Also, a special shoutout to our newest partner, Ranger Insurance Group—locally owned by Arvada residents Derek and Jen. Scroll down to learn more about their neighborly approach to protecting what matters most.
DAILY TRIVIA
What common household item was originally marketed as wallpaper cleaner?
A) - WD-40
B) - Play-Doh
C) - Windex
D) - Baking Soda
Answer at the bottom of the newsletter
SPONSORED
Ranger Insurance Group is proudly owned and operated by Arvada residents who truly understand our community. Derek and Jen understand what matters most to Arvada families and businesses. From home and auto to small business coverage, they offer personalized service, honest advice, and protection you can count on—all with a hometown touch. Click here for a free quote!
Thursday 7/24
Bunco Bash
Where: Community Recreation Center
Starts: 1-3pm
Cost: $7 Enrollment
Adopt a Cow Family Event
Where: Wadsworth Chick-fil-A
Starts: 5-7pm
Ladies Golf Day
Where: Fade It Gold & Social
Starts: 5-7pm
Cost: $20/hr. Play
Vinyl Night
Where: Odyssey Beerwerks
Starts: 5-9pm
Cost: Bring in a Vinyl to play and get BOGO Beer
Watershed Cleanup
Where: Ralston Creek
Starts: 5:30-6:30pm
Cost: Free
Live Music: Banjo John & Mando Phil
Where: The Bluegrass Candelas
Starts: 6pm
Cost: Free
Wild Kitchen
Where: Majestic View Nature Center
Starts: 6-8pm
Cost: $10 Registration
Live Music: Jon Ridnell Solo
Where: The TRN Grandview
Starts: 5:30pm
Cost: Free
Live Music: Taylor Frederick
Where: The Bluegrass Olde Town
Starts: 6pm
Cost: Free
Trivia
Where: SomePlace Else Brewery
Starts: 7pm
Cost: Free
Summer Concert Series: Crystal Swing Band
Where: McIlvoy Park
Starts: 7pm
Cost: Free
Trivia
Where: Olde Town Tavern Bar & Grill
Starts: 7:30-9:30pm
Cost: Free
Friday 7/25
Nature Explorers
Where: Majestic View Nature Center
Starts: 9-10am
Cost: $5 Registration
Children’s Friday Morning Series
Where: Seacrest Park
Starts: 9:30-10:15am
Cost: Free
Technology Help Session
Where: Standley Lake Library
Starts: 1-2:30pm
Cost: Free *Registration Required
10 Year Anniversary & Pig Roast
Where: The Bluegrass Olde Town
Starts: 4pm-12am
Cost: Free
Fourth Friday’s
Where: Olde Town Arvada
Starts: 5-10pm
Cost: Free
Discover Indian Cooking with Akila
Where: Community Recreation Center
Starts: 5:30-7:30pm
Cost: $50 Tickets
Live Music: Couple of Daze
Where: The TRN Grandview
Starts: 5:30pm
Cost: Free
Live Music: El Wencho
Where: Odyssey Beerwerks
Starts: 6pm
Cost: Free
Final Friday’s
Where: LUKI
Starts: 6-9pm
Cost: Free
Beat the Heat Ice Skating Beach Party
Where: Apex Center Ice Rink
Starts: 6:45-7:45pm
Live Music: Marmot Kings
Where: Rockabillies
Starts: 7-10pm
Cost: Free
Saturday 7/26
Dog Days of Summer
Where: Seacrest Park
Starts: 8:30am
Cost: $7 Enrollment
Farm Stand
Where: Grow Girl Organics
Starts: 9am-2pm
Cost: Free
Yoga in the Park
Where: McIlvoy Park
Starts: 9-10am
Cost: Free
Baby Goat Yoga
Where: The Community Farm
Starts: 9-10am
Cost: From $15
Bike Friendly Arvada
Where: Vann Biber
Starts: 9am
Cost: Free
Bob Ross Wet On Wet Oil Painting Workshop
Where: Ethan’s Gallery & Studio
Starts: 10am-1pm
Cost: $95
Whiskey & Wellness
Where: Talnua Distillery
Starts: 12pm
Cost: $15
10 Year Anniversary & Pig Roast
Where: The Bluegrass Olde Town
Starts: 2pm-12am
Cost: Free
Live Music: Soda Blue
Where: Malone’s Clubhosue Grill
Starts: 6pm
Cost: Free
Live Music: Couple of Daze
Where: The TRN Grandview
Starts: 5:30pm
Cost: Free
Live Music: Pocket Squares
Where: Freedom Street Social
Starts: 6pm
Cost: Free
The Tetris League
Where: SomePlace Else Brewery
Starts: 6:30pm
Cost: Free
Sunday 7/27
Arvada Farmers Market
Where: Olde Town Arvada
Starts: 9am-1:30pm
Cost: Free
EDM Brunch on the Patio
Where: Freedom Street Social
Starts: 11am-3pm
Cost: Reservations
Bunny Yoga
Where: Personal Pilates Plus
Starts: 11:30am
10 Year Anniversary & Pig Roast
Where: The Bluegrass Olde Town
Starts: 12-10pm
Cost: Free
Bartender Olympics
Where: The Olde Town Tavern Bar & Grill
Starts: 1-4pm
Cost: Free
Drafts & Dog Collars
Where: Stay Tuned Brewing
Starts: 4pm
Cost: $20
THE WRAP UP
Trivia Answer: B) Play-Doh - (It was repurposed in the 1950s as a kids’ toy when wallpaper heating systems became obsolete.)
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