I went to Sputnik on Sunday night around 7pm just to get a sandwich. But I got so, so much more.
Little did I know that Sunday night over at the Broadway hangout is trivia night! Yes indeed, it’s TriviaTron3000 with the Postman!
Quickly forming team “Electric Bacon” with some nearby friends, we took to the questions with gusto. It appeared that most of the teams were regulars for the event, as I heard a muttering of “Who’s ‘Electric Bacon’?” go up through the crowd.
Questions involving everything from popular songs of 2008 to scientific breakthroughs to details of Shark Week (Live every week like it’s Shark Week!) were asked, and we scribbled answers on our pink note pads.
The questions were hard and intriguing, and the people were smart (One note: Were the people using laptops actually playing? ‘Cause that really didn’t seem right.) I was proud to win one round for Electric Bacon.
Man oh man, Sputnik has everything I love: Bingo, sandwiches, beer, trivia! Can it get any better?
If anyone wants to join the intrepid trivia team “Electric Bacon,” please let me know! I need some teammates!!!
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Chronological order photos of New Year’s Eve at City o City and Spunik. Happy new year!
continue reading New Year’s Eve Photos »
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Whoa! This year marks the first full calendar year I’ve been a denzien of the Denver area. So much stuff happened! Art! Politics! Music! Hobos!
So here are my musings on some of my favorite events and activities and sights from the year. I’m sure I’ll leave out plenty, so don’t be sad if your event/self is not on there. My brain isn’t what it used to be and I’m sure I loved whatever it was or is. Feel free to add your own “Bests” in the comments!
continue reading megs’s “Best of 2008″ list, an incomplete listicle. »
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In the mood for a musical new year’s eve? Well, you’re in luck as the closing of ‘08 will be bringing some pretty sweet shows here tonight.
Over a the hi-dive the Future Party will be marking the start of a brave new world. Brought to you by trusty FM Magazine, it’s a chance to bust out that future garb (does a Star Trek uniform count?) and dance to the DJ collective and hip hop DJs. There’s a champagne toast at midnight, so the future world of tommorrow will at least start on a bubbly note. It’s only $8, so that’s a pretty sweet deal for a New Year’s party.
At the Bluebird on Colfax, Slim Cesna’s Autoclub will be bringing the music of the past up-to-date with a rock-a-billy, punkish good time.
Located a little more centrally for those in the Downtown area, a short trip up Colfax to the Filmore Auditorium will find you Flogging Molly playing tonight. While I’ve never been to their shows, the Irish tinged, high-energy music of the band has been popular for over a decade and lines always seem to snake around the Filmore whenever they play, so they must be pretty all right!
Strap on your dancing shoes and get ready to rock in the New Year here in Denver.
And don’t forget- the RTD buses and light rail will be free tonight for your traveling needs!
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Hot dog! This ol’ worn out year of 2008 is ending, and it’s time to ring in the new.
I forsee many good things in 2009; Mark my words, it’s gonna be HUGE.
If you happen to love fireworks (who doesn’t? The Kabalm! is awesome.) and happen to be meandering about downtown tonight, head to the 16th Street Mall for lights a plenty.
Downtown Denver will feature shows at 9pm, for those with small ones who tend to get sleepy, or the more mature midnight show (ooh la la!)
I headed down there a few years back to mingle with friends and strangers, and even got a new year’s kiss from some random fella and half a bottle of champagne.
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Under the sea!
Under the sea!
There’ll be no accusations,
Just friendly crustaceans
Under the seaaaa!
Seeing the posters for the Thin Man Tavern’s New Year’s “Enchantment Under the Sea” made me think of two good things: This catchy ditty from The Simpsons, and Marty McFly’s performance at his mother’s high school dance in Back to the Future. Yes, this is a good theme for a party.
A funky little bar on 17th and Vine, Uptown’s Thin Man Tavern is one of my favorite places, and a serious contender for places to celebrate New Years Eve.
At the Thin Man’s new year’s party, scuba gear and bikinis (and faux fur coats- this is winter, after all!) will be welcome to bid 2008 adieu and welcome ‘09. Revelers can sip not-watered down cocktails and beers, enjoy the hot tub, and dance around with the DJ and other festivities. Sounds like a fine, watery adventure all in all!
Advance tickets are $20 while they last, while admission at the door is $50. So get your tickets early to this event!
Be there or be square!!
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That post-holiday maliase has set in, especially if you had to return to work bright and early this morning (like me!) and really just want to be home sleeping off late night present runs, too many mimosas, too much wine, too much beer, etc. etc. (you can see where I’m going with this…)
Well, for those of us back in the office or for those of us who just don’t feel perky on this very special Boxing Day, here are some things to enliven the spirit.
The hi-dive is hosting a night bound to bounce everyone back from that holiday rush of sugar. Tonight at 9PM they’re hosting the “Holiday Come Down” show with Dj Jalapeno, Tyler Snow, Mike Disco. It’s only $3 for all those over 21 years of age, and it would be good to dance off some of that extra eggnog.
Lipgloss tonight offers a similar chance to dance off holiday foods, and they’re also offering the chance to get a free PBR with a donation of a canned good item. Feed the hungry and booze yourself? It’s a win-win.
I’m almost out the office, and I can’t wait to catch a cat nap and survey my holiday loot.
It’s a Boxing Day miracle!
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This is an old timey postcard from 1914. Aweome- a turn-of-the-century LOLcat. Do you think people were writing funny captions on them even them, or have photos of cats doing stuipd things ALWAYS been funny?
That shall be a question for the ages for sages to ponder.
Enjoy your holidays, interweb folks!
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If you’re anything like me, you’re realizing in panic that you’ve YET AGAIN forgotten to get gifts for all the important people on your list. Why do I do this?? Oh yeh, laziness. I am a slothful, slothful person.
Although most of my Xmas shopping was done online and early this year, I’m still flailing about for last minute presents.
Instead of going to the mall on this fine day, Xmas Eve, shop local and swing by the Larimer Square for their Christmas Eve Shopping Celebration.
Each store in the downtown center will be featuring a mini Xmas party until 5 PM, and the street will be filled with old-timey carolers, horse-and-buggies for the riding, and Santa for kids to visit.
If nothing else, it’s a nice stroll down the main street, even if just taking a break from work. Festivy!
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