Denver Life Magazine February 2022

I joined the Denver Life Magazine team two years ago during the upswing of the pandemic. A lot has changed since. Travel has changed. The way we run magazines has changed. Our world has changed. But despite all of this, we remain optimistic for what’s to come. As a dynamic group made up of Colorado natives, plus those who’ve chosen to relocate here for work or pleasure, one common thread comes to mind—we all love Colorado and what it has to offer. Bringing our backgrounds together to explore our alluring city and its surroundings is what we do best. We also thrive on monthly deadlines and production schedules, and always pull together to wade through muddy waters if a story doesn’t turn out last minute. Our goal is to bring you the…

Comedy Nicole Byer FEB. 25-27 • Stop by Comedy Works South in Greenwood Village to hear hilarious stories by Nicole Byer, an Emmy nominee for her hit Netflix show, Nailed It! Byer is also known for her appearances on Girl Code, a series that’s refining open conversations about womanhood. comedyworks.com Festivals FEB. 12-13 Loveland Sweetheart Festival • This two-day festival in the downtown Foundry Plaza features the Sweetheart Classic 4-mile run, art walks, beer tents, and a Miss Valentines and Mr. Cupid contest. The festival is an extension of Loveland’s 76+ year history in the nation’s Sweetheart City. uncovercolorado.com Food & Drink FEB. 3, 17 Sushi Rolling Class • Learn to make three different styles of sushi rolls (hand roll, 8 piece roll, and 6 piece roll) while sipping sake flights at Colorado Sake Co. from 6:30 – 8 p.m. The…

Connect with us for all things lifestyle in Denver. Want to be featured? Tag @denverlifemagazine in your Instagram photos. HUSTLE & BUSTLE 16th Street is always bussing. This fun shot taken by @shots_by_squints captures the free shuttle bus that runs every day as early as 5 a.m. Like a true Denverite, Stephen Demmert’s caption reads, “Half my heart belongs to the woods and mountains. The other half belongs to the hustle and bustle of the city.” Check out his account for long exposure nature shots, urban nightscapes, and seasonal photography. His photos are also available in prints. VISIT DENVERLIFEMAGAZINE.COM FOR EXCLUSIVE ONLINE STORIES AND RECIPES! KID FRIENDLY Generation Wild motivates kids to connect with the outdoors. Their pathway programs start by teaching kids how to camp, then helps them acquire an internship, and eventually employment in…

For those of you looking to get away this season from downtown to mountain towns—Winter Park Resort has its own Polar Express this season. An Am-track train leaves Denver’s Union Station every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday morning at 7 a.m. heading to Winter Park Base Village and returns at 6 p.m. Travelers love the route because it has epic views through wrap-around windows, avoids traffic on I-70, and allows for more après ski. There is even a bar car on board! “The Winter Park Express offers a unique and hassle-free way to get to the mountains by rail to enjoy a day or a weekend of Colorado skiing,” says Larry Chestler, VP of Amtrak’s Long Distance Service Line. The trains will run through April 3rd. For more info and to buy…

As one of the most pristine hotel brands in the world, Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts cater to every visitor’s needs by offering exceptional experiences in world-class destinations. Our very own Four Seasons Hotel Denver is no exception. Guest Services Agent Haley Lamoriello knows first-hand what it means to solidify the Four Seasons brand while going above and beyond for each and every guest that walks through the door. Her goal is to create an upscale experience with the absence of worry and stress. What is your professional background? “I graduated from Florida State University in 2016 with a degree in Sports Management and a minor in Hospitality. My internships and experience throughout college were all in sports—in fact, I briefly worked as the corporate sales and sponsorship intern for the New…

Much more than your typical fitness studio, BRAVENCE Wellness Collective is a one-stop-shop for all-encompassing health and well-being. It’s a place to connect and reconnect with other like-minded women who feel a newfound desire to focus on self-care strategies and their community. At BRAVENCE Wellness Collective, clients feel seen, heard, and supported. At least that’s the MO of owner and instructor Laura Henderson who is opening her first location here in Denver this month. “We offer classes and services in a boutique fitness setting that takes care of the whole person,” she says. “Our classes and services are created to feel similar to other workouts, but are designed strategically with the intention of strengthening individuals to achieve more functional movement in their day-to-day and athletic activities.” The team also fosters connection, supports…