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Here's your plan for trying unique coffee and pastries at a charming cafe with femme western vibes. Watch the video 👇

Check out this new cafe in town that’s part Italian bakery, part femme spaghetti western. 

Romanticize Your Morning Coffee 

Savor unique Italian pastries and specialty drinks like the Shortstack Matcha at The Velvet Lasso, a charming new cafe in Denver's Highlands neighborhood.

Coffee & Pastries

✅ Before you go
• The Velvet Lasso is open from 7am-3pm Thursday-Sunday 

💪 Pro tips
• The Shortstack Match was a banana pancakes inspired matcha- can’t recommend it enough 

The Velvet Lasso 

I recently checked out the newest coffee shop in town,

and I'm here to fill you in so you can get over there ASAP.

The Velvet Lasso is a new cafe that bills itself as part Italian bakery,

I got the short stack matcha and will be heading back ASAP for another.

Voted Denver Readers’ Choice best place to play pickleball for 2026! 

Pickleball with a Pro 🥒

Play or reserve a court at The Picklr Aurora, join open nights, or get pro tips from their co-owner and coaches. Enjoy post-game snacks and watch more games!

Pickleball Playing

✅ Before you go

• Reserve a court online or check out their social media for upcoming events

💪 Pro tips

• After playing, grab a snack or drink and a seat to watch some pickleball on the other courts

Alex’s Pro Tips

a new indoor pickleball facility with 8 courts has landed.

technology to track your progress in real time,

including open play nights with drop-in play,

they also have a pro pickleball player as a co-owner

who does coaching and even play the pro games.

If you're looking for an upgrade to your gear,

Skip the hard to reserve courts in Denver and head to Pickler.

You might even see their mascot make an appearance!

Here's your plan for a refreshing walking tour tasting mineral springs and finishing with tasty beignets. Watch the video 👇

Enjoy mineral springs on this free walking tour around Manitou Springs (and end with a fun treat)!

Wellness Water Walking Tour 💧

Stop by the Manitou Springs visitor’s center to grab a map, learn about the mineral springs walking tour, and pick up fun collapsible tasting cups to enhance your experience.

Visitor Info & Map

✅ Before you go

• Stop by the visitor’s center for information or download the map online. 


💪 Pro tips

• The collapsible cups are 2 for $5 and cash only and the money benefits the Mineral Springs Foundation.

Kick off your Manitou Springs mineral springs walking tour by stopping at the visitor center for info, a map, and fun collapsible cups for tastings!

✅ Before you go

• On the springs walking tour you can grab them during or after.

💪 Pro tips

• Grab some caffeine alone with your beignets for the drive back here too!

If you take a quick drive to Manitou Springs,

you'll find a walking tour like no other.

The free Mineral Springs tour is a great way to

get outside and taste spring water right from the source.

and grab these adorable collapsible cups for your tour.

Each of the eight springs have signage to learn more about the mineral content

and the general flavor you can expect from each one.

We topped our walking tour off with some beignets right in town,

Experience the healing powers of the springs today!

Here's your plan for enjoying authentic Irish vibes, delicious pub food, and lively events at Clancy's Irish Pub. Watch the video 👇

Clancy’s in Wheat Ridge has everything you want in a pub and more 

Authentic Irish Pub 🍀🍻

Check out live music and special events year-round at Clancy's Irish Pub in Wheat Ridge—see their website for the latest schedule and happenings.

Live music events


• Look at their website ahead of time to get the event and music schedule!


Events

It's the most authentic pub I've found in the US with quirky,

cozy vibes that instantly make you feel at home.

They're open 7 days a week with live music and events year-round,

like the Saint Patrick's Day celebration when I filmed this.

Here's your plan for learning knitting or crocheting, plus exploring Edgewater Public Market vibes. Watch the video 👇

Take a class at the Tangled Ball to learn how to knit or crochet and introduce yourself to a new hobby and creative outlet. 

Knit or Crochet Workshops and Classes 🧶 

Learn to knit or crochet at The Tangled Ball in Edgewater, where all skill levels are welcome and creative workshops await.

Knitting & Crochet Class

✅ Before you go
• Sign up for classes or workshops at https://www.thetangledball.com/classes.htm

💪 Pro tips
• It doesn’t matter what skill level you are- they have classes for anyone ranging from brand new beginners to seasoned experts! 

The Tangled Ball

Explore Edgewater Public Market, filled with diverse food stalls, bars, shops, and great spaces to relax. Bring your yarn project to the rooftop for drinks and sunshine.

Food & Drink Hall

✅ Before you go
• The Edgewater Public Market has tons of food stalls, bars and breweries, and shops to check out

💪 Pro tips
• Take your project to the rooftop to enjoy some beverages and sunshine while you continue working 

Edgewater Public Market

I'm back with another plan to help introduce a new

hobby to help you get out there and get creative.

This is a local yarn store with an awesome vibe.

They have offerings ranging from learn to knit to

knitting cardigans and sweaters and everything in between.

bars and restaurants around Edgewater while you