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Patricia Calhoun

Patricia Calhoun is editor-in-chief of Westword, the alt-weekly she co-founded in September 1977. She’s been inducted into the Colorado Press Association Hall of Fame, the Association of Alternative Newsmedia Hall of Fame and the Colorado Restaurant Association Hall of Fame. She’s also received dozens of local, state and national awards for writing, including first place for feature writing and first place for column writing with the Society of Professional Journalists. Patricia is a weekly commentator on Colorado Inside Out, PBS 12’s public affairs roundtable, which has won two Emmys.

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Change.org Petition Targeting “Demonic” Art at Denver International Airport

Change.org Petition Targeting “Demonic” Art at Denver International Airport

By Patricia CalhounAugust 18, 2020

Leo Tanguma’s art has been targeted…again.

Ten Things to Do for Free in Denver This Week

Ten Things to Do for Free in Denver This Week

By Patricia CalhounAugust 17, 2020

Our vote’s in!

Ten Things to Do in Denver When It’s (Almost) Dead This Weekend

Ten Things to Do in Denver When It’s (Almost) Dead This Weekend

By Patricia CalhounAugust 13, 2020

Drive-in concerts, walk-in movies and more.

Seven Things to Do for Free in Denver This Week

Seven Things to Do for Free in Denver This Week

By Patricia CalhounAugust 12, 2020

Explore the world without leaving your home.

Five Things to Do in Denver When It’s (Almost) Dead This Weekend

Five Things to Do in Denver When It’s (Almost) Dead This Weekend

By Patricia CalhounAugust 7, 2020

Explore art, gender identity and the roots of racism. Oh, and shop.

Black Love Mural Festival Ends August 7 With Closing Celebration

Black Love Mural Festival Ends August 7 With Closing Celebration

By Patricia CalhounAugust 5, 2020

The display has been extended twice.

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No Entrance Fees at Colorado’s National Parks on August 5

No Entrance Fees at Colorado’s National Parks on August 5

By Patricia CalhounAugust 4, 2020

It’s a celebration of the Great American Outdoors Act.

Five Things to Do for Free in Denver This Week

Five Things to Do for Free in Denver This Week

By Patricia CalhounAugust 4, 2020

Explore your city from a sofa…or in person.

Visit the Molly Brown House During a Twelve-Hour Virtual Road Trip Today

Visit the Molly Brown House During a Twelve-Hour Virtual Road Trip Today

By Patricia CalhounAugust 1, 2020

The Molly Brown House Museum will be one of twelve stops.

Elitch Gardens Won’t Open in 2020

Elitch Gardens Won’t Open in 2020

By Patricia CalhounJuly 31, 2020

Amusement parks are still closed in Colorado.

Vesta, the Coolest Kid on the Block, Has Closed for Good

Vesta, the Coolest Kid on the Block, Has Closed for Good

By Patricia CalhounJuly 30, 2020

Secret Sauce’s other restaurants remain.

Five Things to Do for Free in Denver This Week (and a Bonus)

Five Things to Do for Free in Denver This Week (and a Bonus)

By Patricia CalhounJuly 27, 2020

Explore your world without leaving your home.

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Six Free Things to Do in Denver When It’s (Almost) Dead

Six Free Things to Do in Denver When It’s (Almost) Dead

By Patricia CalhounJuly 24, 2020

Celebrate anniversaries big and small.

Liquor Sales Can Continue Past Ten O’Clock…at Stores

Liquor Sales Can Continue Past Ten O’Clock…at Stores

By Patricia CalhounJuly 23, 2020

But bars will be held to the earlier last call.

Three Things to Do for Free Today, July 23

Three Things to Do for Free Today, July 23

By Patricia CalhounJuly 23, 2020

Expand your horizons without leaving your desk.

Five Things to Do for Free This Week, July 20 to July 24

Five Things to Do for Free This Week, July 20 to July 24

By Patricia CalhounJuly 22, 2020

Stretch your mind at one of these virtual events.

New 10 p.m. Last Call for Restaurants and Bars Tolls for Liquor Stores, Too

New 10 p.m. Last Call for Restaurants and Bars Tolls for Liquor Stores, Too

By Patricia CalhounJuly 21, 2020

“Inebriation in public places is inconsistent with social distancing.”

Five Things to Do in Denver When It’s (Almost) Dead

Five Things to Do in Denver When It’s (Almost) Dead

By Patricia CalhounJuly 18, 2020

Seeing is believing this weekend.

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Denver’s Patio Program Continues, Despite Pause on Other Variances

Denver’s Patio Program Continues, Despite Pause on Other Variances

By Patricia CalhounJuly 15, 2020

Almost 90 percent of all applications have been approved.

It’s the End of a Restaurant Era: Racines Will Not Return

It’s the End of a Restaurant Era: Racines Will Not Return

By Patricia CalhounJuly 14, 2020

As one owner sums it up: “Sad, sad, sad.”

Five Things to Do for Free This Week in Denver

Five Things to Do for Free This Week in Denver

By Patricia CalhounJuly 13, 2020

There are some definite bright spots on the calendar.

Five Things to Do in Denver When It’s (Almost) Dead

Five Things to Do in Denver When It’s (Almost) Dead

By Patricia CalhounJuly 10, 2020

The Crested Butte Wildflower Festival is cancelled, but you can still get out in the great outdoors.

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