Welcome to The Denver Newsletter!

In today’s edition:

• MJ The Musical at Buell Theatre

• Upcoming Colorado Rockies home games

• A deep-dive into the life of Molly Brown

• And more…

Quote of the Week

“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.”

-Winston Churchill

Trivia

Here is your trivia question of the week. The answer will be shown in next week’s newsletter. Which do you think it is? No cheating!

In Denver, which museum is dedicated to the art and culture of the American West?

A) Denver Art Museum

B) Museum of the American West

C) History Colorado Center

D) American Museum of Western Art

Answer to Last Week's Trivia:

The annual Denver event that celebrates the city's cowboy and agricultural history is C) National Western Stock Show.

News

💼 Business

Cierto Tequila Awarded Eight Gold Medals at the 2024 Denver International Spirits Competition. (link)

Welton Street Cafe prepares to reopen as Denver’s historically Black business corridor fights to retain its legacy. (link)

Turkish Airlines Announces Denver as its 14th U.S. Destination. (link)

Momofuku Acquired Chile Crunch Trademark From Small Denver Business. (link)

🏒 Sports

Broncos Land QB of the Future & Stockpile Picks in 7-Round Mock Draft. (link)

The Colorado Buffaloes have added a lot of talent this offseason, beefing up in key areas to build off of Deion Sanders’ first season at the helm in Boulder. (link)

Denver Nuggets defeat Minnesota Timberwolves to maintain top spot in western conference. (link)

Denver's McKade Webster chases another hockey title after sister Makenna helped Ohio State to crown. (link)

🏦 Finance

Three booming businesses that make Denver stand out. Denver's economy thrives on a mix of established industries like cannabis and sports, along with unique attractions like Red Rocks Amphitheatre. (link)

Upcoming Events

Here are some events that are happening in our city this week. There is a good mix between sports, entertainment, conferences, concerts, and more.

Sports

🏒 Colorado Avalanche vs. Edmonton Oilers
Ball Arena Denver, CO
Thursday April 18 | 7:30 PM| (more info)

⚾ Colorado Rockies vs. Seattle Mariners
Coors Field Denver, CO
Friday April 19 | 6:40 PM| (more info)

⚾ Colorado Rockies vs. Seattle Mariners
Coors Field Denver, CO
Sunday April 21 | 1:10 PM| (more info)

Music & Concerts

🎸 Hardrock
Moon Room at Summit Denver, CO
Tuesday April 16 | 7:00 PM| (more info)

🎤 Bendigo Fletcher
Bluebird Theatre Denver, CO
Thursday April 18 | 8:00 PM| (more info)

🎭 MJ Touring
Buell Theatre Denver, CO
Thursday April 18 | 7:30 PM | (more info)

🩰 Colorado Ballet w/ Ballet Masterworks
Ellie Caulkins Opera House Denver, CO
Saturday April 20 |7:30 PM| (more info)

Family

🎭 BLIPPI
Union Colony Civic Theater
Wednesday April 17th, 2024 | (more info)

🎩 Michael Carbonaro
Parker Arts Culture And Events Center
April 20th | 2:00PM | (more info)

Image of the Week

Every week, I have a habit of making some AI art about our city.

This week, I typed in “Denver with buildings that change shape and color.” and this is what I got.

Let me know what ideas you have for this. I really enjoy making these types of photos.

Denver Historical Events

Silver Boom Impact on Denver (late 1800s) - Boosted Denver's economy and growth.

In the late 1800s, Denver experienced a significant economic and population boom as a result of the Silver Boom. The discovery of silver at Leadville in 1879 led to a rush of investment and a surge in population, with mining towns and camps sprouting throughout the Rockies. Denver's economy and growth were greatly boosted by the expansion of the silver mines, leading to a period of opulence and rapid development. The city's population grew from 35,629 people in the 1880 census to 133,859 in 1900, and construction proceeded at a frenzied pace, providing plentiful job opportunities both within the city and in the mining camps in the hills.

However, Denver's silver boom came to a crashing halt with the Panic of 1893, a nationwide financial crisis triggered by a series of bank failures and the collapse of the silver market. The repeal of the Sherman Act in 1893 led to a collapse of silver prices, causing widespread economic depression that deeply impacted Denver's mining and railroad industries. This downturn resulted in bankruptcies, business closures, and widespread unemployment, marking the end of the silver boom era in Denver.

Despite the eventual decline, the impact of the Silver Boom on Denver was profound, shaping the city's economic landscape and contributing to its rapid growth and development during the late 1800s.

Famous People From Denver

Molly Brown (1867-1932)

Molly Brown, also known as Margaret Tobin Brown, was an American human-rights activist, philanthropist, and actress who is best known for surviving the sinking of the RMS Titanic. Her life story is one of resilience, philanthropy, and community leadership.

Early Life and Move to Denver (1867-1880s)

Margaret Tobin, later known as Molly Brown, was born on July 18, 1867. She found a means of mining gold, which made the Browns wealthy and led to their move to Denver, where they became part of Denver society.

Surviving the Titanic and Philanthropy (1912-1932)

Molly Brown's most well-known moment came in 1912 when she survived the sinking of the RMS Titanic. After this harrowing experience, she dedicated herself to philanthropy and activism, raising funds to build the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception and St. Joseph's Hospital in Denver.

Community Involvement and Legacy (1880s-1932)

Molly Brown was an important part of Denver society, enjoying the local spotlight and contributing to the community. She was involved in various philanthropic efforts, leaving a lasting legacy in Denver and beyond.

Key Achievements of Molly Brown:

• Survived the sinking of the RMS Titanic and dedicated herself to philanthropy and activism.

• Raised funds to build the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception and St. Joseph's Hospital in Denver.

• Contributed to Denver society and left a lasting legacy in the community.

Molly Brown's story is one of resilience, survival, and dedication to making a positive impact on the world around her. Her legacy as a philanthropist and community leader continues to inspire others to this day.

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