Denver Life Magazine May 2022

Spring is finally here! One of the reasons this season uplifts us is because during Spring the Earth’s axis is at an angle in between our closest and furthest point from the sun. The temperatures become more moderate and we can say goodbye to the colder Winter months by enjoying the transition before a hot Summer kicks in. We are lucky to live in a state that doesn’t procure as much frigid weather as some others might—with more than 300 days of annual sunshine. Not to mention, sunlight is thought to increase the brain’s release of serotonin, which is associated with boosting our mood and other benefits. With that being said, it’s important to note that catching moderate amounts of rays can also increase our mental health. Since May is Mental…

@denverlifemagazine @denverlifemag Farm fresh In our April food issue, we went crazy for chicken and tackled the century-old question: Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Our Executive Editor even did some digging on what it takes to care for (and build) your own coop. Check out our local “chick” story, plus a curated list of where to buy farm-fresh eggs around town. Visit denverlifemagazine.com for exclusive online stories and recipes! Want to be featured? Tag @denverlifemagazine in your Instagram photos. May flowers We can’t wait for April’s showers to bring May flowers, and from the looks of it, so does photographer @tomkinsford whose social post reads: “Missing these Spring flowers around here. Who’s looking forward to warmer weather?” We also found out that Colorado has over 800 different types of wildflowers and we look forward…

SPORTS Colorado Rockies vs. Cincinnati Reds MAY 1 ◼ Enjoy an afternoon dressed in purple, with a ballpark dog in one hand and a cold cup of beer in the other while cheering loudly for the Rockies as they take on the Cincinnati Reds onMay 1. mlb.com/rockies MUSEUMS Modern Women/Modern Vision MAY 1 ◼ This inspiring event presents more than 100 images with six thematic sections within the exhibit displaying diverse styles, subjects, tones and images taken in the 20th century. Find this exhibition at the Denver Art Museum. denverartmuseum.org Traitor, Survivor, Icon MAY 1-8 ◼ Malinche, an enslaved Indigenous girl, stood center stage through historical moments that are relevant today as Hernán Cortés’ cultural translator. Catch this exhibition telling the story of her life at the Denver Art Museum. denverartmuseum.com Thresholds Unknown MAY 3-29 ◼ D’art Gallery Member Artists Suzanne Frazier…

Big top THE VENARDOS CIRCUS held its first performance in 2014 at the LA County Fair. Today, audiences all over the U.S. can experience the amazing spectacle—including Denver and the surrounding areas. Created by former Ringling Bros. Ringmaster Kevin Venardos, the show features a cast of six artists in what feels like a jaw-dropping Broadway-style musical. In recent years, The Venardos Circus has grown into a living example of the power of dreams by reinventing the American Circus tradition for a new generation and bringing joy to people everywhere. Ringmaster and producer Kevin Venardos describes it best: “We are American’s circus! We live to be on the road, expressing our creativity and bringing joy to families across the country. We can’t wait to return to Colorado.” From acrobats and clowns to…

To me, Erin Baxter is more than a history buff—she’s a modern-day explorer. As a revered scholar, educator and archeologist, Baxter has a unique way of bringing both wit and humor to her job in a story-like, relaxed manner that makes historical events instantly relatable. In other words, she has an innate ability to interject comfort into the curriculum amidst a world unknown to most of us. As someone who doesn’t frequent museums enough (however, that’s something I plan to change) I was completely in awe of her profound depth of knowledge as we toured Egypt: The Time of Pharaohs exhibit at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science and immersed ourselves in 3,000 years of ancient Egyptian culture. In her role as the Curator of Anthropology at the Denver Museum…

Not only does the month of May bring joyous celebrations like Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day and Memorial Day—it’s also the perfect time to reiterate the importance of our mental health. Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed in the U.S. since 1949, and while our city is known for its vast outdoor spaces to accommodate a plethora of physical activity, our mental health should be observed too. Luckily, there are locals who can help. Nathalye Moreno, CEO and Founder of Mindsolutions LLC says she strives to amplify people’s voices and offers help where needed. Her organization plays a pivotal role when it comes to bringing mental health to the forefront so people can live happier and healthier—especially if there are issues to tend to. “We believe that families can…