What’s Happening Near You

School has started back up, leaves are beginning to turn and snow has even been spotted up on the mountains!  With September on the horizon, we are reminded of how quickly these change of seasons come about.  But there is a lot going on nearby even before the holiday season begins.  Here is a list of some fun things happening in your area!

Broomfield Days– begins on Friday, September 14, 2018 with a Golf tournament sponsored by Senior Resources of Broomfield and Bingo games sponsored by the Broomfield Lions Club.  Saturday, September 15, 2018 is the main event with activities and entertainment throughout the day including a 5K race, clown contest, parade, trade fair, craft festival, food booths, three stages of entertainment, demonstrations, and great community spirit.  Broomfield Days is at Midway Park from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Broomfield days

Dog Daze at the Bay– Saturday, September 8th, 9 am- 4 pm.  Bring your dog down to the Bay for a day of excitement.  Fido can jump and play in the summer heat, while coolin’ off with a dip in the pool.  Owners are not allowed in the pool.  Pre-register here to  guarantee your spot and time.

dog daze

Arvada Harvest Festival– Parade begins at 9 am on Saturday, September 8th, events run all weekend long. The Arvada Harvest Festival and Parade commemorate the hearty history of the once primarily farming community of Arvada, Colorado. It is the second longest continuously running festival in Colorado. Beginning in October, 1925 to celebrate the completion of the first concrete road between Arvada and Denver, this community tradition has been overseen by Arvada citizens, the Arvada Chamber of Commerce and the Arvada Jaycees.  Our Festival and Parade stands out from the rest due to our commitment to value for families, old time festival traditions, and an emphasis on free or affordable activities for all.

arvada harvest fest

Lousiville’s 83rd Annual Fall Festival–  Events happening Friday, August 31st until Monday, September 3rd.  Labor Day in Louisville is the biggest community celebration of the year. Don’t miss the chance to come together with friends and neighbors to experience a weekend celebrating the community spirit of Louisville.  The highlight of the weekend for many is the Labor Day Parade which takes over the streets of Downtown Louisville on Labor Day morning. Be sure to try out some of the other fun activities including the Bocce Ball Tournament, Children’s Pet Parade, Homemade Pie Contest and more!

louisville fall fest

Lafayette Brew Fest– Saturday, September 8th, 2- 7 pm.  Come and join us for the Lafayette’s Brew Fest featuring craft beers for sale from 25+ breweries.  Explore craft/micro beers one pour at a time!  No entrance fee.  Tickets sold by 4 oz pours.  Visit a variety of restaurant and food booths, wine will also be sold.  Only Service Dogs allowed.

lafayette brew fest

 

 

North Face to relocate to Denver

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VF Corporation, the parent company of The North Face, JanSport and Smartwool plans to move its headquarters to Denver, bringing 800 jobs with it.

The company announced its plans on Monday.  The first wave of 85 VF executives are expected to move to Denver next spring. VF is currently based in Greensboro, N.C. Following the arrival of its top executives next spring, the company expects the leaders of its five subsidiaries to arrive in Denver over the rest of 2019 and into 2020, though it could take longer to hit the projected 800 positions.

The jobs come with an average annual wage of $185,721.That is nearly triple the average wage offered in Denver today and is the highest figure a company that has applied for state economic development incentives has brought to the table.

“We are thrilled to welcome a new partner that embodies the values that define Colorado,” said Gov. John Hickenlooper. “VF’s move underscores the critical driver that the outdoor recreation industry plays in our economy where business meets lifestyle.”

Read more about the move here.

Zillow Offers to launch in Denver this fall

Zillow has launched a new program designed to give homeowners another option when selling their house.  Zillow Offers will allow homeowners to ask Zillow to make a cash offer on their home.  Within two days of receiving a request from a seller, Zillow will make a no-obligation cash offer or it will say pass. If an offer is made and accepted, Zillow will buy the home, prepare it for sale and then list the property. The timing of the transaction is at the discretion of the seller.

Amanda Woolley, a spokeswoman for Zillow, said the Seattle-based company has purchased dozens of homes in Las Vegas and Phoenix. Some of those homes are close to being resold.  Zillow Offers is available in Phoenix and Las Vegas and is rolling out in Atlanta. Denver will be the fourth city added.

For the full story, click here.

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