$ 2 SUGGESTED DONATION @DenverVOICE A SENSE OF TOGETHERNESS THROUGH OPERA, BARITONE JEROME SÍBULO STRIVES TO BE A PERSON FOR OTHERS. PAGE 5 CHANGING THE WORLD WITH MUSIC CHALLONA COLEMAN CELEBRATING ARTISTIC DIVERSITY M Hle Hle ANNUAL TOURISM ISSUE TEACHES HER STUDENTS TO BE PROFICIENT BOTH IN READING AND PLAYING MUSIC. PAGE 6 STORIES THROUGH THE CAMERA LENS ADRIAN MICHAEL IS THE STORYTELLER HE ALWAYS DREAMT OF BECOMING. PAGE 8 THE POWER OF VULNERABILITY LEADING BY EXAMPLE, JEN KORTE BELIEVES AN ARTIST’S JOB IS TO EMOTE. PAGE 10 VOICES OF OUR COMMUNITY PAGES 4, 11 EVENTS / PUZZLES PAGE 13 RESOURCES PAGE 15 JULY 2022 | Vol.27 Issue 7 SINCE 1997, WE HAVE PROVIDED AN OPPORTUNITY FOR THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE TO WORK. DONATE TODAY TO ENSURE OUR VENDORS CONTINUE TO HAVE JOBS. (DENVERVOICE.ORG) FROM YOUR VENDOR: CREDIT: DENVER VOICE CONTRIBUTORS
EDITOR’S NOTE ELISABETH MONAGHAN MANAGING EDITOR IN KEEPING WITH OUR ANNUAL JULY TOURISM THEME, this year we’re pleased to showcase some of the artists of color in our community whose talent and commitment to their craft and creative expression have gotten so many of us through the challenging past few years. We hope you enjoy learning about Challona Coleman, Jen Korte, Adrian Michael, and Jerome Síbulo. May the creativity and artists presented in this issue serve as a reminder of why art education and support for the arts are worthwhile and necessary investments of our time and money. ■ WELCOME, NEW STAFF MEMBERS! PLEASE JOIN in a warm welcome for John Golden, who has stepped in as our executive director, and Lara Keith, our new program coordinator. They are a great addition to the VOICE, and we’re confident their expertise and contributions will help the VOICE continue to thrive. Our gratitude goes out to Jennifer Seybold, former executive director, for her three years of leadership with the VOICE. We wish her the best in her new venture working with a nonprofit that helps veterans experiencing homelessness. Also, many thanks to Caitlin Henrie, who served as interim program coordinator from April through June. ■ DENVERVOICE.ORG CE.ORG @deeOCE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR John Golden THIS MONTH’S CONTRIBUTORS GILES CLASEN is a freelance photographer who regularly contributes his work to the VOICE for editorial projects, fundraisers, and events. He has also served on the VOICE’s Board of Directors. ROBERT DAVIS is an award-winning freelance reporter for the Denver VOICE. His work has also appeared in Colorado Public Works Journal, Fansided, Colorado Journal, and Medium.com. ADRIAN MICHAEL is a Denver-based photographer who specializes in editorial, portraiture, documentary and street photography. He’s been creating images for over 15 years and has a passion for capturing the true essence of people. MANAGING EDITOR Elisabeth Monaghan PROGRAM COORDINATOR Lara Keith GRAPHIC DESIGNER Hannah Bragg VOLUNTEER COPY EDITORS Kersten Jaeger Kendall Schmitz Aaron Sullivan Laura Wing ARTISTS/PHOTOGRAPHERS Giles Clasen Gigi Galen Adrian Michael WHAT WE DO The Denver VOICE empowers homeless, impoverished, and transient individuals by creating job opportunities through our vendor program. We give our vendors a job and help them tell their stories; this creates a space for them to be part of a community again. Vendors purchase copies of the VOICE for 50 cents each at our distribution center. This money pays for a portion of our production costs. Vendors can buy as many papers as they want; they then sell those papers to the public for a suggested $2 donation. The difference in cost ($1.50) is theirs to keep. WHO WE ARE The Denver VOICE is a nonprofit that publishes a monthly street newspaper. Our vendors are men and women in the Denver metro area experiencing homelessness and poverty. Since 2007, we have put more than 4,600 vendors to work. Our mission is to facilitate a dialogue addressing the roots of homelessness by telling stories of people whose lives are impacted by poverty and homelessness and to offer economic, educational, and empowerment opportunities for the impoverished community. We are an award-winning publication, a member of the International Network of Street Papers and the Colorado Press Association, and we abide by the Society of Professional Journalists code of ethics. WRITERS Lando Allen Brian Augustine Giles Clasen Edward Curlee Robert Davis Adrian Michael Benjamin Eric Nelson Jerry Rosen BOARD OF DIRECTORS Nikki Lawson, President Chris Boulanger, Vice President Jeff Cuneo, Treasurer Zephyr Wilkins, Secretary Donovan Cordova Raelene Johnson Julia Watson Cabal Yarne With the money they make selling the VOICE, vendors are able to pay for their basic needs. Our program provides vendors with an immediate income and a support group of dedicated staff members and volunteers. Vendors are independent contractors who receive no base pay. EDITORIAL DEPARTMENT editor@denvervoice.org VENDOR PROGRAM program@denvervoice.org • (720) 320-2155 ADVERTISING ads@denvervoice.org MAILING ADDRESS PO Box 1931, Denver CO 80201 VENDOR OFFICE 989 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, CO 80204 OFFICE HOURS: Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. Orientation is held every day we are open, but prospective vendors must arrive by 10:00 a.m. 2 DENVER VOICE July 2022 STAFF CONTRIBUTORS BOARD CONTACT US
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SUMMER WISH LIST With the weather beginning to change, we have updated our list, but we can always use coats and jackets. NEW ITEMS NEEDED: Socks Sunscreen, toiletries (individual or travel-size) Toothpaste, deodorant, chapstick Bottled water Paper products for the office GENTLY-USED ITEMS NEEDED: Men’s shoes or boots (sizes 8-12) Men’s jackets (sizes L, XL, XXL) Women’s jackets (sizes M, L, XL) Backpacks Carrier bags LANDO ALLEN My focus these days is my own art. I’ve been working on my paintings and music for a while. It seems like I’m busy all the time because I’m always trying to finish projects, like fixing my camper, doing artwork, playing music, and hanging out with a friend. But one day, I would love to treat myself to a movie like I used to. (I really do need to take a day off to get things done!) BRIAN AUGUSTINE I like to go to unconventional, popup places, like the Cherry Creek Arts Festival, or the Chalk Art Festival at Larimer Square. They are free, which means I can afford these events. JERRY ROSEN I enjoy seeing beautiful art in the Nature & Science Museum in City Park. There are so many different paintings, nice landscaping, still life, and other different art. ASK A VENDOR THIS COLUMN IS A PLACE FOR DENVER VOICE VENDORS TO RESPOND TO QUESTIONS FROM OUR READERS AND STAFF. THIS MONTH’S QUESTION WAS SUGGESTED BY VOICE VENDOR RAELENE JOHNSON. Where do you go to take in your favorite kind of art? Q A DENVERVOICE.ORG/VENDOR-NEEDS Drop-offs are accepted Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. or schedule a drop-off by emailing program@denvervoice.org. What do YOU want to ask? If you have a question or issue you would like vendors to discuss, please email community@denvervoice.org. 4 DENVER VOICE July 2022
CELEBRATING ARTISTIC DIVERSITY be tied up in his underwear while singing, which he says was difficult for him to fathom at first. After the show, Síbulo said several audience members thanked him and the other cast members for giving them more than mere entertainment during the performance. “When you hit something deep, that is uncomfortable,” Síbulo said. “It can be uncomfortable to have someone show you what is important to them, rather than simply telling you.” Síbulo says he also wants his art to be a “bridge of connection” for people. Part of this involves performing music that is deeply personal for Síbulo. During the early days of the pandemic in 2020, Soro and The Prince performed live concerts on YouTube for 12 consecutive weeks. They performed covers of songs from Síbulo’s childhood like “Landslide” by Fleetwood Mac and “Your Song” by Elton John. By the end of the series, Síbulo says the duo had people reach out and say they looked forward to the performances and that they helped them deal with the loneliness of the pandemic lockdowns. On June 18, Síbulo and the Opera on Tap troupe PHOTO COURTESY OF JEROME SÍBULO USING OPERA TO BE A “PERSON FOR OTHERS” BY ROBERT DAVIS MUSIC HAS ALWAYS BEEN A PART OF JEROME SÍBULO’S LIFE. Growing up in the Philippines, he enjoyed it when his parents played oldies like the Carpenters and The Beatles at breakfast. He also sang as an accompanist while his grandmother played the piano whenever she visited. While it was clear to him early on that he would become a musician, Síbulo, 39, is now using those skills to be, as he says, a “person for others.” Maybe it’s his Jesuit upbringing. Certainly, his friends and mentors are a part of it, too. But regardless of the source of Síbulo’s inspiration, he told Denver VOICE in an interview that his work as a baritone opera singer often spurs him to find ways to create a sense of togetherness for his audience. He also wants to inspire them to connect with people that they would otherwise overlook. “I like shedding light onto different aspects of life and helping my audience love life a little bit more, even the negative parts of it,” Síbulo said. “There’s beauty to be found everywhere and in everyone, you meet.” Síbulo’s journey to becoming a professional opera singer began when his mom enrolled him in singing classes when he was a child. He mostly sang karaoke at the time, he says, in part because of the musical genre’s popularity in the Philippines. He joined three choruses while he studied for an undergraduate degree in psychology at Ateneo de Manila University in Quezon City, a suburb of Manila. There, he also met a teacher, Antonio Hila, who encouraged him and promised to give Síbulo free voice lessons if he agreed to audition for schools in the United States. Síbulo upheld his end of the bargain. He enrolled at Indiana University, one of the top schools for vocal performance in the country, as a 23-year-old freshman in 2006, and he has earned undergraduate and graduate degrees from the university as well. But Síbulo says he had two experiences in Indiana that shaped the way he views his work today. First, Síbulo joined Heartland Sings, a nonprofit vocal performance organization in Fort Wayne that he says taught him how to use his art to help underserved communities. He also met his husband, Jacob Wooden, who convinced Síbulo to move to Denver in 2019. This second experience, Síbulo says, helped set him on a path toward using his art to build community wherever the two go. “If there are three things I could do for the rest of my life, it would be to perform, be an arts administrator, and provide opportunities for other artists,” Síbulo said. “But that job didn’t exist when I moved to Denver, so I had to create one for myself.” Now, Síbulo works as the associate director of Arts & Ministry at Trinity United Methodist Church, which hosts free lunches for the homeless community on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 1820 Broadway St. in Denver. He also teaches voice lessons, both in his private studio and at Neighbor Music Stanley near Central Park. At other times, Síbulo performs with troupes like Opera on Tap, which brings opera shows to breweries and bars, and with groups such as Opera Colorado, Central City Opera, and a duet he and Wooden started called Soro and The Prince. But it’s not just the act of performing that Síbulo enjoys. Part of his drive to be a “person for others” also requires him to make his audience a little uncomfortable during his performances. He describes this as a means of helping them grow both individually and collectively. For instance, he recently performed in a production called Unbound, a kink opera composed by Denver artist Nathan Hall. The show is about searching for a sexual fantasy — one that the seeker wants and one that may forever change them. The performance required Síbulo to performed a show at the Enigma Bazaar that was entirely dedicated to exploring gay identities. One of the songs performed by the troupe was “Reflections” from the Disney movie Mulan. This song is meaningful to Síbulo not only because Mulan was one of the first portrayals of Asian American culture in a Disney film, but because the song was originally sung by Filipina artist Lea Salonga. The song’s message to ensure one’s reflection is representative of who they are is also one that resonates with Síbulo because of his struggles with his identity as a gay man. “I identify with this song a lot because it talks about hiding yourself or disappointing your family if you become yourself,” Síbulo said. “The performance was live-streamed, and I’m sure my parents watched. They were probably a little uncomfortable, too.” As a teacher, Síbulo says he also challenges his students to find a deeper connection to their work. Sometimes that involves going beyond the lyrics to find a new interpretation of a song. It also involves mixing opera with other mediums like performance and visual art to bring the art form to new audiences. “Opera is a very communicative art form,” Síbulo said. “And it’s taught me that no person, or art form, is completely bad. There are always things to appreciate or lessons to learn from everyone.” PHOTO COURTESY OF JEROME SÍBULO July 2022 DENVER VOICE 5
CELEBRATING ARTISTIC DIVERSITY CHALLONA COLEMAN BY ADRIAN MICHAEL FROM A VERY YOUNG AGE, Challona Coleman knew that music was in her blood. At the age of 3, she started playing the piano and became fascinated with the robust sounds and beauty that music creates. Coleman believes in the musical terminology ‘Da Capo Al Fine’ – from the beginning to the end. “Music changes the world around us, and once one is introduced to this wonderful realm, there is no such thing as life without it,” Coleman stated. Coleman was born in Alaska and enrolled in music school before kindergarten. At the age of 10, she started playing the cello, working her way up to being first chair in both middle and high school. Being a creative Black musician is inspirational for Coleman, who says she loves when fans send artwork depicting Black girls playing instruments. “It is always fun to know that I’m like the person they think of when they see a cellist.” But Coleman doesn’t think of herself as only a cellist. Coleman is also proficient in the piano, bass, violin, xylophone, piccolo, and ukulele and is looking to add the saxophone to her musical repertoire. “I’ve always had an interest in music and my music teachers always allowed me to explore different instruments.” This eclectic attitude applies to her overall aesthetic as well, which combines hip-hop with a cyberpunk & futuristic flair. “I never preplan anything, I do what I like and that’s kind of been my motto. Yes, I have tattoos, but I want people to see me for me and I want to be myself wherever I go. You know exactly what you’re getting, and it is who I’ve grown to be” said Coleman, who knows that creativity is not all there is to succeed in the industry. Studying music for essentially all her life, Coleman wants up-and-coming musicians to know that music is discipline. CREDIT: ADRIAN MICHAEL CREDIT: ADRIAN MICHAEL 6 DENVER VOICE July 2022
CELEBRATING ARTISTIC DIVERSITY CREDIT: ADRIAN MICHAEL CREDIT: ADRIAN MICHAEL “I don’t want anyone discouraged, no one needs that. Find what you’re interested in, make sure you’re aware of all your opportunities, and figure out how you can make that work for you because you can.” Coleman was able to make more opportunities for herself by pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business from Regis University and a master’s degree in business administration from Webster University. She now has her own business teaching music lessons. According to Coleman, it is important that when people are looking for private instructors, the instructor does not just teach how to play, but also how to read music. “It is very easy to pick up an instrument and just play, but how many people actually know how to read music?” It is this characteristic that makes Coleman’s approach to teaching unique because she ensures that her students, both adults, and children, learn to read music. Though she currently works in the corporate world, she is focused on her long-term goals. “How many times do you see a Black kid playing a cello?” asked Coleman, who says her ultimate goal is to have her own orchestra, and eventually, teach music full time. You can view Coleman’s musical style on her YouTube page: tinyurl.com/2p835fw2 ■ CREDIT: ADRIAN MICHAEL July 2022 DENVER VOICE 7
CELEBRATING ARTISTIC DIVERSITY CREDIT: ADRIAN MICHAEL ADRIAN MICHAEL: AN EYE FOR STORIES BY ELISABETH MONAGHAN FOR A LITTLE OVER A YEAR, Adrian Michael has been a contributor to the Denver VOICE. Specializing in street photography, Michael likes to tell people’s stories from behind a camera lens. “I am a Black artist, and I want to become a storyteller — whether that is through the medium of photography, literature, or filmmaking — those three are my main focuses,” said Michael. As a high school student, Michael bought a video recorder to explore filmmaking, and that high school hobby sparked what would soon become his outlet for artistic expression. According to Michael, he did not show his films to anyone else; instead, he made them to see how he could use the medium as a way to tell stories. “I wanted to see if I could figure out the process, so I made some cheesy films, where I played all of the characters, including the starring role,” he explained. “I set it up and pieced it together to see if I could make it flow.” As he continued to pursue the art of movie-making, he found out that one of his classmates dabbled in photography. Watching his friend’s process intrigued Michael, and he wanted to learn more. “I saw how he captured what was going on around us — all of the people within the school, the football team in action, CREDIT: ADRIAN MICHAEL 8 DENVER VOICE July 2022
CELEBRATING ARTISTIC DIVERSITY the girls showing off the latest styles… He would develop those photos, frame them and then give them to people. I thought that was an interesting approach to storytelling, which prompted me to get a digital camera and teach myself how to take pictures.” From that point, picture-taking became Michael’s passion. After graduating from high school, Michael attended Metro State University, where he received a B.S. in business. From there, he got a job working in supply chain management, where he focused his efforts on the 9-to-5 world of adulthood. That meant Michael didn’t spend much time pursuing photography, and he sorely missed it. According to Michael, his life became mundane, and he longed for creative expression, so he returned to photography. While he was happy to reunite with his camera, he decided that after being self-taught, it was time to hone his craft and learn about the art of taking photographs. With that, he went back to school and got an associate degree in photography from the Art Institute of Colorado. During his studies at the Art Institute, Michael learned a variety of photography styles. Drawn by the bright lights, brilliant colors, and excitement of fashion photography, Michael thought that was his calling and had visions of becoming the next David LaChapelle. But Michael soon realized that fashion was an especially challenging specialty, so rather than becoming discouraged, he explored other ways to tell people’s stories with photos. It was then he discovered street photography. By taking photos of people acting naturally without feeling the need to pose or force an awkward smile for the camera, Michael brought out the authenticity of the images. Depending on the angle, each photo could convey a different CREDIT: ADRIAN MICHAEL version of the story. So now, when witnessing a candid moment, he finds a way to capture it without being intrusive. Sometimes, it may be humans interacting that inspires him to snap photos, and other times it may be colors, shapes, or patterns that catch his eye — especially if they’re repeating — because they will tell a more compelling story. It has been a little more than 20 years since Michael first discovered photography. Today, he works full-time as a data analyst, but he remains committed to growing as an artist and sharing the world that his camera lens captures. Through his photojournalism work for the Denver VOICE, Michael has introduced VOICE readers to people and organizations that they otherwise may never have heard about. His stories are well-received — espeially when shared via social media, and the articles and images he’s submitted to the VOICE have garnered attention from our sister publications that are part of the International Network of Street Papers. Michael may talk about becoming a storyteller as ADRIAN MICHAEL IN ACTION. CREDIT: EVAN TARGET something that will happen down the road, but from the moment he first picked up a camera, he already was one, and with every click, his photographic artistry and skill as a storyteller just get better.■ CREDIT: ADRIAN MICHAEL CREDIT: ADRIAN MICHAEL CREDIT: ADRIAN MICHAEL July 2022 DENVER VOICE 9
CELEBRATING ARTISTIC DIVERSITY CREDIT: GILES CLASEN JEN KORTE: SUPERPOWER IS HER VULNERABILITY BY GILES CLASEN KNOWING ONESELF ISN’T AN EASY FEAT. This is something Jen Korte has realized more and more as she begins her 41st tour around the sun. “My grandpa died two years ago, and I started diving into his legacy,” Korte said. “I know who he was to me, but to others, he was a community activist, a Chicano activist. [It makes me wonder] what is my legacy? What is my worth outside of music? Who am I as a person?” Korte is known around Denver for two of her music projects: Jen Korte & The Loss, a traditional band, and Lady Gang, a solo project, where she plays multiple instruments and creates loops to perform songs live. “Music is healing for me. Being on stage is the only place I feel truly empowered, and truly embodied and truly in my spirit, but financially…,” Korte said, pausing as she sought to articulate her thoughts. To pay the bills Korte takes on additional projects and side work. Some of those projects are focused on building CREDIT: GILES CLASEN communities within Denver. This includes Hip Chicks Out, a group that organizes events for the LGBTQ community, and Clear Heads: A Booze Free Hang, which is a monthly alcohol-free concert. Her other side work is cleaning Airbnb rentals. Explaining why she takes on these side jobs, Korte said, “I could pay my bills playing music, but I would have to work seven days a week, and that wouldn’t work. There needs to be a space for me to create. If all I do is hustle, what am I rehearsing for?” Korte is straightforward with her social media posts about her unique rock and roll lifestyle. She has shared her excitement, when she was featured in the Denver Museum of Arts and Sciences exhibit, Guitar: The Instrument that Rocked the World, as well as when she won a grant from the Denver Music Advancement Fund to start Clear Heads. She has also featured photos of herself carrying cleaning materials and wearing rubber gloves to clean Airbnb rentals. She has even talked about the pressures she feels as a woman letting her hair go gray. “I’ve accomplished a lot and reached some of my dreams. I played Red Rocks, then woke up the next morning to get to a cleaning job or work at Instacart.” Korte said. Korte also talks openly about her anxiety. She has been outspoken about crying and being frozen in fear, hours before live performances. She says her anxiety is rooted in feeling like she is not enough and not feeling worthy. “I am realizing being vulnerable is a superpower,” Korte said. “I didn’t realize people had such a hard time with it. I 10 DENVER VOICE July 2022
PAGE TITLE think that makes me want to be more open. I think if people were vulnerable with what they are feeling, we would be able to connect a little bit more or be there for each other a little bit more. If we were more vulnerable, we wouldn’t have to sit alone in the darkness that we’re feeling, or the fear that we’re feeling, or the grief that we’re feeling. We could be there for one another.” Korte recalls being an audience member, where she felt seen by the performer. She has been at shows where the performer’s music spoke to her spirit, and she felt free to dance and escape. “I think that as musicians and artists, it is our job to emote,” Korte said. “We emote for people in ways people may not be able to themselves. I hope I bring that myself for audiences.” This experience is symbiotic for Korte because as she emotes and performs, she feels more alive than at any other time in her life. “On stage, I feel freedom. I feel grounded and alive. I am in my element, giving and receiving,” Korte said. Korte’s generosity as an artist is sometimes rewarded. Korte traveled to LA for her 40th birthday in June. In another moment of vulnerability, she shared with fans her dream to rent a sailboat to celebrate the milestone. She admitted she couldn’t afford the cost and asked for donations. Money trickled in through Venmo, slowly at first, but then, the donations swelled until she had raised more than $1,000. She performed live from the rented boat to reward those whose financial support helped her realize her dream. Korte said she isn’t afraid she is getting too old to perform. Instead, she speaks enthusiastically about starting the second half of her life and believes her best work is ahead of her. She just isn’t sure what form that work will take. “I’m torn between wanting to create an opus, or go get my boat captain’s license and work in a different field, where I don’t have to create to live and pay my bills.” Korte has always dreamed of being a boat captain. But she still has some rock and roll dreams as well. No matter her decision, Korte will likely bare her heart on her sleeve an share it with her fans, once again exposing her vulnerability. Korte will be performing at the Denver Underground Music Showcase July 29-31 and the Down in Denver Fest August 20-21. For more about Jen Korte, visit jenkorte.com. ■ Plenty of time To pass on Deliver us from evil we find Take new spirit by the arm Lead her to victory Placed one above Bled from society Bled for love Scarce to believe Unable to see Unable to breathe Under a knee Tempers erupt Unjustly corrupt EDWARD CURLEE rivers and streams There are rivers to the streams, Rivers of hope, loss, loneliness. Rivers entangled in drama, decadence, Inner outer communiques of breathing, ‘cause that’s what life’s for. So we wiggle and wrangle our way to the truths that we perceive And share them with the streams, Connecting over dirt and rocks, Hoping that from the mud Sprouts seeds to a flower or 2.... WRITING THROUGH HARD TIMES COURTESY OF DENVER PUBLIC LIBRARY AND LIGHTHOUSE WRITERS WORKSHOP BENJAMIN T ERIC NELSON ake New Spirit by the Arm The Hard Times Writing Workshop is a collaboration between Denver Public Library and Lighthouse Writers Workshop. It’s open to all members of the public, especially those experiencing homelessness. Each month, the Denver VOICE publishes a selection of writing from these workshops. Virtual workshops: lighthousewriters.org/workshop/denver-public-library-hard-times More writing by these featured poets: writedenver.org CREDIT: GILES CLASEN July 2022 DENVER VOICE 11
EVENTS Tourism Edition Brace yourself! Summer is here and it’s ready to party. Peruse the events below for your summer-of-fun checklist! Courtesy of Deborah Lastowka. LIVE MUSIC FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES The Levitt Pavilion is quickly becoming the darling of Denver’s live music scene. Round up your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, and kick back for a night of eclectic music performances. WHEN: Various dates through early October WHERE: Levitt Pavilion, 1380 W Florida Ave. CITY PARK JAZZ Jazz in the park is back! Enjoy live music, sunsets, food trucks, adorable dogs, and a sense of community at this beloved city event. WHEN: Sundays through August 7, 6 – 8 p.m. WHERE: City Park Pavilion, 2001 Steele St. PERFORMANCES IN THE PARK Free family-friendly outdoor concerts in Wheat Ridge. WHEN: Wednesdays through August 3, 6:30 – 8 p.m. WHERE: Anderson Park Pavilion, 4355 Field St. B-SIDE MUSIC FRIDAYS Experience intimate musical performances while enjoying craft beverages and sweeping views from one of Denver’s sweetest rooftops. WHEN: Fridays in July & August; doors 6:30 / show 7 p.m. WHERE: MCA Denver, 1485 Delgany St. COST: Tickets start at $25 INFO: mcadenver.org RIVERFRONT PARK SUMMER SESSIONS Check out Denver’s newest music series, which also features food, drink, and art. WHEN: July 21 and August 18, 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. WHERE: 19th Street Bridge, S. Platte River Dr. COST: Free INFO: riverfrontparkevents.com THE UNDERGROUND MUSIC SHOWCASE (UMS) Discover your new favorite band at this 3-day “mess” of a festival. One of Denver’s best weekends – hands down. WHEN: July 29 – July 31 WHERE: Various venues along Broadway/South Broadway COST: Tickets start at $50 INFO: undergroundmusicshowcase.com LAKEWOOD FARMERS MARKET, Mile Hi Church, 9077 W. Alameda Ave. Saturdays, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., through September 24. ARVADA FARMERS MARKET, 5700 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. Sundays, 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., through September 25. HIGHLANDS FARMERS MARKET, Lowell Blvd. & W. 32nd Ave. Sundays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., through October 16. SOUTH PEARL STREET FARMERS MARKET, South Pearl St. between E. Iowa Ave. & E. Arkansas Ave. Sundays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., through November 13. COST: Free, donations accepted INFO: cityparkjazz.org VISIT 5280COMEDY.COM FOR AN ONGOING LIST OF FREE/LOW-COST COMEDY SHOWCASES & OPEN MICS. FARMERS MARKETS COST: Free INFO: rootedinfun.com HEAD TO A LOCAL FARMERS MARKET FOR FRESH PRODUCE AND UNIQUE WARES. GOLDEN FARMERS MARKET, 1019 10th St. Saturdays, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., through October 8. CITY PARK FARMERS MARKET, City Park Esplanade Saturdays, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., through October 29. CHERRY CREEK FARMERS MARKET, 3000 E 1st Ave. Wednesdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., through September 28 and Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., through November 5. UNIVERSITY HILLS FARMERS MARKET, 5505 W. 20th Ave. Thursdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., through October 29. COST: Free INFO: levittdenver.org WHEN: 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. ART FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK The Santa Fe Arts District comes alive every Friday night, offering a great opportunity to contemplate art and to people watch. COST: Free WHERE: The bulk of the galleries is along Santa Fe Drive, between 5th and 11th Aves. INFO: denversartdistrict.org COMEDY 12 DENVER VOICE July 2022
MISCELLANEOUS MIXED TASTE Mixed Taste is a long-running series where even the most mismatched of topics fi nd unexpected commonalities in an interactive lecture series that can go pretty much anywhere. Virtual options available. WHEN: Wednesdays July 13 – August 17; 6 p.m. doors WHERE: Holiday Theater, 2644 W 32nd Ave. COST: $15 - $20 INFO: mcadenver.org STREET FOOD SOCIAL: SLOAN’S LAKE Street Food Social kicks off each Saturday with Denver’s ultimate brunch party and turns into your favorite happy hour hang. Come for live tunes, delicious bites, and local sips. WHEN: Saturdays through September 24, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. COST: Free entry WHERE: 1611 Raleigh St. INFO: streetfoodsocialco.com IRONTON EVENTS Whether you are interested in yoga, outdoor movies, live music, and/or comedy, Ironton is hosting a number of ongoing events this summer in their beautiful backyard oasis. WHEN: Various dates/times WHERE: Ironton Distillery & Crafthouse, 3636 Chestnut Pl. DPL EVENTS The Denver Public Library is your friend, offering a variety of free/low-cost workshops on writing, meditation, current events, history, film, English and Spanish language classes, U.S. citizenship, and more! ACROSS WHEN: Various dates/times WHERE: Denver Public Library branches DPR ACTIVITIES Denver Parks & Recreation offers a number of free/low-cost activities for the entire family, including tennis lessons, standup paddleboarding, kayaking, group hikes, youth sports, dancing, arts and crafts, and more! Be sure to also check out their summer pool schedule as well. WHEN: Various dates/times COST: Free or low-cost WHERE: Various locations INFO: denvergov.org/Government/Departments/Parks-Recreation COST: Most events are free INFO: denverlibrary.org/events 1. Harrison’s “Star Wars” role 4. Refusals 7. Toy gun ammo 10. Th at woman’s 13. “Th is American Life” host Glass 14. Ocean east of the USA 15. Platform for Siri 16. “Love ___ Battlefi eld” 17. Executive Director Kaia’s chess piece? 20. Trail (behind) 21. Showing no emotion 22. Sets (down) 23. Crossword component 24. Upper limit 26. “Th e View” cohost Joy and family 28. North African country 32. Newsworthy 35. Neighbor of Leb. 36. “Cat on a Hot ___ Roof” 38. Sea between Greece and Italy 39. Derisive look 42. Common sight in yoga class 44. Video game princess 45. Lacking 47-Across (or, more literally, low in hemoglobin) 47. Liveliness 49. Inc. relative 50. Comics troublemaker Dennis and his ilk 52. Up to now 55. Burnt crayon color 57. ET’s ship 58. “To ___ a Mockingbird” 60. Removes from the “No Parking” zone 62. Brief incursion 66. Former Notre Dame coach Parseghian 67. Board Member John’s pet rock? 69. Freight weight 70. “___ chance!” 71. Be in debt 72. Mom and pop school org. 73. Finale 74. Take to the skies 75. Freshly painted 76. What we breathe DOWN 1. Snake’s sound 2. “I smell ___!” 3. Type of iPod 4. Daytona 500 org. 5. Like non-Rx medications 6. Smack on the face 7. Once ___, twice shy 8. Russian ballet company 9. NNW’s opposite 10. Reporter Helen’s goat? 11. Jacob’s twin 12. All the ___ (trendy) 18. Casino cubes 19. Temp worker 23. Common sight during a construction boom 25. Cherry center 27. In alphabetical order 28. Region of India known for its 43-Down 29. Dick Cheney’s wife 30. Senior Reporter Emily’s lot? 31. Objective 33. Soup scoop 34. Put into law 37. Forty winks 40. Inbox contents 41. Paddy grain 43. Hot or iced beverage 46. Grand ___ Bakery 48. Downtown campus 51. Hoity-toity 53. Balance out 54. Stocking stuff er? 56. “How adorable!” 58. “Titanic” actress Winslet 59. Wrinkle remover 61. Winter forecast 63. ___ vieja (national dish of Cuba) 64. Against 65. Once around the sun 67. #1 buddy, for short 68. Country between Nor. and Fin. COST: Costs vary INFO: irontondistillery.com PUZZLES COURTESY OF STREETROOTS ANSWERS ARE ON PAGE 15 ILLUSTRATION BY GIGI GALEN July 2022 DENVER VOICE 13 PUZZLE COURTESY OF STREET ROOTS, DENVER VOICE’S SISTER PAPER IN PORTLAND, OR PUZZLE COURTESY OF STREET ROOTS, DENVER VOICE’S SISTER PAPER IN PORTLAND, OR
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FREE MEALS AGAPE CHRISTIAN CHURCH 2501 California St., Sat., 11am CAPITOL HEIGHTS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 1100 Fillmore St., Sat. lunch at 11:30am capitolheightspresbyterian.org CAPITOL HILL COMMUNITY SERVICES Go to mealsforpoor.org for meal locations CATHEDRAL OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION 1530 Logan St.; sandwiches & coffee Mon.-Fri. 8:30am denvercathedral.org CHRIST’S BODY MINISTRIES 850 Lincoln; Mon. closed, Tues.-Thurs. 10am-3pm, Fri. 8am-11pm; groceries & hot meal on Sat. at 2pm (at 16th & York); Sun. church service at 6pm, dinner at 7pm. christsbody.org CHRIST IN THE CITY Home-cooked meal; Civic Center Park at Colfax & Lincoln at 1pm every Wed. & 2nd Sat. christinthecity.org CITYSQUARE DENVER 303-783-3777, 2575 S. Broadway; Food pantry Tues. 10am-6pm citysquare.org CAPITOL HILL COMMUNITY SERVICES Hot meals served at 1820 Broadway (in front of Trinity United Methodist Church), Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. 11:45-12:15 mealsforpoor.org DENVER INNER CITY PARISH 303-322-5733, 1212 Mariposa St., VOA Dining Center for Seniors, free 60 yrs and older, Wed.-Sat. 9am-12pm. Food Bank, Wed.-Fri., tickets at 9am, food bank open 10am-12pm. dicp.org DENVER RESCUE MISSION 1130 Park Avenue West, 3 meals 7 days/week: 5:30am, 12pm, 6pm 303-294-0157 denverrescuemission.org FATHER WOODY’S HAVEN OF HOPE 1101 W. 7th Ave. 303-607-0855. Mon.-Fri. 7am-1pm. Not open weekends. Breakfast is at 8am, and lunch is served at 11am frwoodyshavenofhope.org FEEDING DENVER’S HUNGRY Food service on the second and fourth Thurs. of each month; locations found at feedingdenvershungry.org/events.html FOOD NOT BOMBS Wed. 4pm/Civic Center Park facebook.com/ThePeoplesPicnic HARE KRISHNA TEMPLE 1400 Cherry St., free vegetarian feast on Sun., 6:45-7:30pm krishnadenver.com HIS LOVE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH 910 Kalamath, community dinner on Thurs., 6-6:45pm, men’s breakfast 1st Sat. of the Month, 8-10am, women’s breakfast 2nd Sat., 9-11am. hislovefellowship.org HOLY GHOST CATHOLIC CHURCH 1900 California St., sandwiches, Mon.-Sat., 10-10:30am holyghostchurch.org JORDAN AME CHURCH 29th and Milwaukee St., Tues. lunch 11:30am-1:00pm jordanamedenver.churchfoyer.com OPEN DOOR MINISTRIES 1567 Marion St., Sat. morning breakfast: 8am, Sun. dinner (required church attendance at 4:30pm) meal served at 6pm. 303-830-2201 odmdenver.org/home ST. CLARE’S MINISTRY AT ST. PETER AND ST. MARY 126 W. 2nd Ave., dinner at 4pm on Tues. Also offer a change of clothes, toiletries and sleeping bags when available. 303-722-8781 stpeterandmary.org ST. ELIZABETH’S Speer Blvd. & Arapahoe St. on Auraria campus, 7 days/week, 11:00am; food, coffee. stelizabethdenver.org ST. FRANCIS CENTER 2323 Curtis St., Wed. & Fri. 3-4:30pm (except third Wed. of each month). sfcdenver.org ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN 1600 Grant St., Street Reach meal Mon. 1-4:30pm. Grocery room open at 11:30am every Mon. saintpauldenver.com SAME CAFÉ 2023 E. Colfax Ave. Restaurant serving mostly organic food—not free, but pay what you can or work off your meal in the kitchen: Open Mon.-Sat., 11am to 2pm, Closed Sun. & holidays, 720-530-6853 soallmayeat.org SENIOR SUPPORT SERVICES 846 E. 18th Ave. 3 meals, Mon.a-Fri. 7am-7pm; Sun. 11am-4pm. 55+ seniorsupportservices.org/programs URBAN OUTREACH DENVER 608 26th St., Thurs. dinners, 6pm-7pm lovedenver.org VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA 2877 Lawrence St., breakfast (8am), lunch (11:30am), dinner (5pm) Mon.-Thurs., 12pm on Fri., 1pm on Sun. Food & clothing bank 9:30am-4pm Mon.-Thurs. voacolorado.org/gethelp-denvermetro-foodnutrition-themission CAREER SERVICES COMMUNITY TECHNOLOGY CENTER Level 4, Denver Central Library, 14th Ave. & Broadway. 720-865-1706. Hours: Mon. & Tues. 10am-8pm; Wed., Thurs., Fri. 10am-6pm; Sat. 9am-5pm & Sun. 1-5pm; FREE services include computer/internet use, wifi, computer classes, job search/resume classes and one-on-one tech help appointments. denverlibrary.org/ctc THE WESTSIDE ONE-STOP CAREER CENTER Denver Department of Human Services, 1200 Federal Blvd., Mon.Fri., 7:30am-4:30pm; Services include: employment counseling, assisted job search, résumé preparation, job/applicant matching, phone bank for calling employers, access to computers, copiers, fax, etc. careercenteroffices.com/center/231/denver-westside-workforce-center MEDICAL & DENTAL SERVICES ACS COMMUNITY L.I.F.T. CareVan at Open Door Ministries, 1567 Marion St., Tues. 9am-12:30pm DENVER HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER 303-436-6000, 777 Bannock St. denverhealth.org DRUG REHAB USA Addiction hotline: 866-716-0142. Organizations that take Medicaid: https://drugrehabus.org/rehabs/treatment/medicaid/united-states/colorado/denver HARM REDUCTION ACTION CENTER 303-572-7800; 112 E. 8th Ave.; Mon.-Fri., 9am-12pm. HIV/Hep C/ Gonorrhea/ Chlamydia testing available. Our services are restricted to active IV Drug Users. Offers clean syringes to active users, as well as safety training on how to properly dispose of dirty syringes. harmreductionactioncenter.org LIVER HEALTH CONNECTION 1325 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite B302. Resources and support for those affected by Hep C. Free Hep C testing offered. 800-522-4372, info@hepc-connection.org, liverhealthconnection.org INNER CITY HEALTH CENTER 303-296-1767, 3800 York St. Mon., Wed.-Fri. 8am-5pm; Tues. 9am-5pm; Sat. 8am-2pm. Emergency walk-ins. SALUD CLINIC 6075 Parkway Drive, Ste. 160, Commerce City; Dental 303-286-6755. Medical 303-286-8900. Medical Hours: Mon.-Wed. 8am-9pm, Thurs.-Fri. 8am-5pm; Sat. (Urgent Care only) 8am-5pm; Dental Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8am-5pm; Pharmacy Hours: Mon.-Fri. 1-5pm; After Office Hours: 1-800-283-3221 saludclinic.org/commerce-city STOUT STREET CLINIC 303-293-2220, 2130 Stout St. Clinic hours for new and established patients: 7am-4pm Mon., Tues., Thurs., & Fri. The clinic is open Wed. 11am-7pm. coloradocoalition.org/healthcare SUNSHINE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (YOUTH SERVICES) Services for youth facing substance abuse, addiction, mental health disorders, or a combination of these conditions. 833-931-2484 sunshinebehavioralhealth.com VA MEDICAL CENTER 303-399-8020, 1700 N Wheeling St., Aurora va.gov/find-locations/facility/vha_554A5 WORKNOW 720-389-0999; job recruitment, skills training, and job placement work-now.org DROP-IN & DAYTIME CENTERS ATTENTION HOMES 303-447-1207; 3080 Broadway, Boulder; contactah@attentionhomes.org. Offers safe shelter, supportive programming, and other services to youth up to age 24 attentionhomes.org CITYSQUARE DENVER 303-783-3777; 2575 S. Broadway; Mon.-Thurs. 10am-2pm, Denver Works helps with employment, IDs, birth certs; mail services and lockers citysquare.org FATHER WOODY’S HAVEN OF HOPE 303-607-0855; 1101 W. 7th Ave.; Mon.-Fri. 7am-1pm. Six private showers & bathrooms, laundry, lunch & more thoh.org THE GATHERING PLACE 303-321-4198; 1535 High St.; Mon., Wed.-Fri. 8:30am-5pm, Tues. 8:30am-1:30pm. Daytime drop-in center for women, their children, and transgender individuals. Meals, computer lab, phones, food bank, clothing, art programs, GED tutoring, referrals to other services, and more. tgpdenver.org HARM REDUCTION ACTION CENTER 303-572-7800, 231 East Colfax; Mon.-Fri. 9am-12pm. Provides clean syringes, syringe disposal, harm-reduction counseling, safe materials, Hep C/HIV education, and health education classes. harmreductionactioncenter.org HOLY GHOST CATHOLIC CHURCH 1900 California St., help with lost IDs and birth certificates holyghostchurch.org HOPE PROGRAM 303-832-3354, 1555 Race St.; Mon.-Fri. 8am-4pm. For men and women with HIV. LAWRENCE STREET COMMUNITY CENTER 2222 Lawrence St.; 303-294-0157; day facility, laundry, showers, restrooms, access to services homelessassistance.us/li/lawrence-street-community-center OPEN DOOR MINISTRIES 1567 Marion St.; Mon.-Fri. 7am-5:30pm. Drop-in center: bathrooms, coffee/tea, snacks, resources, WIFI odmdenver.org ST. FRANCIS CENTER 303-297-1576; 2323 Curtis St. 6am-6pm daily. Storage for one bag (when space is available). Satellite Clinic hours- Mon., Tues., Thurs, Fri. 7:30am-3:30pm; Wed. 12:30-4:30pm sfcdenver.org SENIOR SUPPORT SERVICES 846 E. 18th Ave. For those 55 and older. 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