Larimer Square is revving up for summer with a new event series aimed at foodies, film buffs, car enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys spending and evening outdoors during Colorado’s summer.
Larimer Square and its restaurants are joining forces with BMW and the Denver Film Society to present an al fresco dining and film series beginning on June 6. The kickoff evening begins at 4 p.m. with BMW test drives, then a 6 p.m. screening of “Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol,” and an 8:30 p.m. showing of “The Italian Job.”
Larimer Street will be closed between 14th and 15th Streets so that restaurants can seat and serve customers outside on the square. Two giant movie screens will be set up for the screenings. Filmgoers can test drive BMWs, visit the outdoor beer garden near Euclid Hall and stroll the street with food and drink.
The Larimer Square Summer Film Series will be held once a month from June through September. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to www.larimersummerfilmseries.com.
Hot, hotter, hottest
One of Denver’s most lively and tasty events, Denver Health Foundation’s Hot Rocks Griller, is set for 6 to 9 p.m. June 12 at Elway’s Cherry Creek.
This hearty party includes 15 of Denver’s top chefs grilling sliders in a “heated” competition where attendees vote for the top taste.
Attendees will enjoy juicy sliders and savory side dishes paired with wine and accompanied by live music from Chris Daniels and the Kings.
The event is to help raise awareness and funds for Denver Health Foundation men’s health programs. Tickets start at $100 and must be purchased in advance online at www.denverhealthfoundation.org.
The chef competitors include Steve Ballas of Steve’s Snappin’ Dogs, Brandon Biederman and Brandon Foster of Vesta Dipping Grill and Steuben’s, Robert Bogart of Elway’s Ritz-Carlton, Michael Bortz of City Bakery, Jamey Fader of Lola and Big Red F Restaurant Group, Troy Guard of TAG, Jennifer Jasinski of Rioja, Max MacKissock of Squeaky Bean, Paul Reilly of Beast + Bottle, Goose Sorensen of Solera, Darrel Truett of Barolo Grill, Tyler Wiard and Aniedra Nichols of Elway’s Cherry Creek and Elise Wiggins of Panzano.
Guests may purchase poker chips to use for casting votes for their favorite sliders and sides.
Funds raised through Hot Rocks will raise awareness of men’s health issues and support programs to prevent unnecessary and premature death.
Jackson tribute
Michael Jackson fans won’t want to miss The Ultimate Thriller – The Michael Jackson Tribute on June 21 at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
The concert is crafted from the best sets, costumes, dance moves and musical arrangements of the Bad and Dangerous tours. The Ultimate Thriller presents an enduring tribute to the king of pop.
The concert features big production values with a live band, back-up vocalists, design lighting and a troupe of dancers choreographed by LaVelle Smith Jr. and Mic Thompson, who spent several years performing with Jackson.
The Ultimate Thriller will take audiences through a Jackson music repertoire including Jam, I’ll Be There, Rock With You, Black or White, Bad, Beat It, Billie Jean, Thriller, Man in the Mirror and more.
To sample music and video on the band, go to www.theultimatethriller.com/promoter. Tickets are $32 for general admission (plus service charges) at www.ticketmaster.com, or to charge by phone call 303-296-1212.
The Ultimate Thriller – The Michael Jackson Tribute comes to Red Rocks Amphitheatre on June 21. (Photo courtesy of The Ultimate Thriller)
Konichiwa!
Four Seasons Hotel Denver executive chef Simon Purvis is one of the first passengers on the Dreamliner direct flight on United Airlines from Denver to Japan.
United is launching daily nonstop service from Denver to Narita International Airport in Tokyo beginning on June 10. Chef Purvis, executive chef at EDGE Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Denver, will be visiting guest chef at eddi BAR & GRILL at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi from June 14 to June 28.
“I’m thrilled to bring a taste of Denver to Japan, introducing popular items we have on our EDGE menu to ekki,” Purvis said. “It’s a wonderful partnership between our hotels and we are excited to experience the launch of United Airlines’ Dreamliner. It’s a great tourism initiative for Denver.”
Four Seasons Hotel Denver will offer a special “hello” and welcome to Japanese travelers flying to Denver via the new Dreamliner with an overnight package, which includes overnight accommodations in either a king or double bed guestroom, a Rocky Mountain Welcome amenity including a Colorado microbrew, choice of a Japanese or American breakfast and high-speed Internet access.
The package also includes daily round-trip transportation to Cherry Creek Shopping Center. For more information, go to www.fourseasons.com/denver.
Clothes for kids
Clothes to Kids of Denver is throwing an evening showcasing fine local fare and wine featuring Denver’s own winery The Infinite Monkey Theorem and bites from products from Denver’s Tender Belly pork producers with fresh local produce by some of Colorado’s premier chefs from 6:30 to 10 p.m. June 8 at The Infinite Monkey Theorem home base at 3200 Larimer St.
Performance painter Devin Montagne will be on hand to re-create the Denver skyline right before your eyes. A live and silent auction will give guests the opportunity to bid on Montagne’s creation as well as a vacation home in Tuscany and a private wine tasting for 10.
The event includes music, dancing and a photo booth provided by Foto Video Booth. Tickets are $60 per person; $50 for young professionals age 30 and under and $550 for a block of 10 tickets.
Purchase tickets online by going to the Clothes To Kids event page on www.blacktie-colorado.com or by e-mailing Jo Ann Wickens at jnnwckns@msn.com.
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