🚫 Coloradans Granted Expanded Eviction Protections

Earlier this week, the Colorado Supreme Court ruled that the federal pandemic-era policy requiring landlords to give tenants in federally subsidized housing 30 days’ notice before eviction trumps Colorado’s 10-day notice requirement. The case was brought to the Supreme Court in response to a number of conflicting rulings that have been issued in eviction cases across Jefferson County. [Denver Post 🔒]

📚 The Bookies Is Moving!

Beloved Denver bookstore of 50-plus years, The Bookies has announced plans to move from its longtime location at 4315 E Mississippi Avenue, across the Virginia Village neighborhood, to new digs about two miles away at 2085 South Holly Street. Owner Nicole Sullivan says the new space will allow her to expand the store’s programming and services. She’s hoping to be all moved in by September. [Westword]

• 🎧 Blast from the past: Nicole Sullivan told us about all her big ideas for the beloved bookstore back when she first took ownership in 2021 after founder Sue Lubeck passed away.

🏅 La Raza Park Deserves Its Due

North Denver’s La Raza Park is poised to become the third historic cultural district in the city. (The other two are La Alma-Lincoln Park and Five Points.) The park is being considered for the distinction because of its deep roots in Denver’s Chicano history. [Axios Denver]

🗳️ What Can Mike Johnston Do For Denver?

Denver is on the brink of deciding its first new mayor in 12 years, and it’s down to the final two candidates. Today, we invite you to hear from candidate Mike Johnston on the tough issues facing the city — like reviving downtown, the housing crisis, and population growth. [City Cast Denver 🎧]

• 🎙️ The other side: We hosted a conversation with Johnston’s challenger Kelly Brough yesterday.

In last week’s neighborhood guide, I wrote up a simple snapshot of Lakewood. But there’s SO much more to Denver’s western neighbor, so I asked you all to send me your favorite Lakewood locales:

Dan K. recommends:

• 🍺 Tom's Brew Shop: “For all the homebrewers out there, they've got an impressive inventory, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and even carry all-in-one kombucha kits!”

Alan B. says:

• 🌳 Crown Hill Open Space: “It’s my go-to spot for a quiet walk any time of year, filled with seasonal birds, families fishing and walking around the large lake, and visiting the wildlife preserve.”
• 🌯 Señor Burritos: “Makes the best chile relleno burrito around, and their green chile is worth exploring.”

Ben C. added:

• 🥪 Carmine Lonardo's: “An Italian deli institution, been here since 1976. The folks who work there are incredibly sweet and they do all sorts of specials for holidays as well. It's truly a hidden gem!”
• 🥐 Panaderia Rodriguez: “A delicious bakery that also somewhat secretly has what I consider to be the best menudo in town.”
• 🇩🇰 Taste of Denmark: “A well-known spot for amazing European pastries — bringing a mixed dozen in is the fastest way to ingratiate yourself with coworkers in Lakewood.”
• ☕ Sweet Bloom Coffee: “Award-winning coffee that is slowly growing in popularity and can be seen in more and more cafes around the city. I cannot recommend it enough.”

Jorian S. suggests:

• 🍺 WestFax Brewing Co.: “Killer lagers and IPAs of all kinds. (The Yabby Hut and Pop CULTure Empire are also in the same strip mall, and both are great.)”
• 😍 Other favorites: The Colorado Cookie Company, Ballmer Peak Distillery, Green Mountain Beer Co., and Granny Scott's Pie Shop.

This Week On Denver’s Dining Scene:

🍗 After a four-year pandemic hiatus, Ace Eat Serve’s Wings & Whiskey fundraiser festival is finally back this Sunday, May 21, at 4 p.m. Tickets are $65. [Westword]

🍽️ Local restaurateur Juan Padro — founder of fan-favorites including Señor Bear, Mister Oso, and Bar Dough — has set aside $7 million for concept expansions across Denver and all the way to New Orleans. [BusinessDen 🔒]

🥇 Up against more than 10,000 beers from some 2,300 breweries from across the country, Colorado brewers brought home a total of 24 medals from the 2023 World Beer Cup last week. [BusinessDen 🔒]

🥥 It’s still Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and I’d like to know your favorite AAPI restaurants in the city! Meanwhile, enjoy this roundup from our friends at Westword.

🥡 More than 60 local vendors will gather in Northglenn this weekend for one of the largest food truck festivals in the state. Admission is free! [Westword]

🤘 UMS Lineup Drop Party | Thursday | 4-7 p.m.

Producers of the Underground Music Showcase will announce this year’s event lineup tonight at Illegal Pete’s on South Broadway. UMS tickets will be available for purchase onsite. [South Broadway; Free]

🌳 Riverfront Open Space Grand Opening | Thursday | 4-7 p.m.

Music, food, drinks, and games will follow the official ribbon-cutting ceremony to debut this new open space in North Denver. [Elyria-Swansea; Free]

🏺 Opening Reception: Virgil Ortiz Revolt | Thursday | 6-8 p.m.

Hear from award-winning artist Virgil Ortiz about his new exhibit at History Colorado, which explores his Puebloan ancestry through “Indigenous Futurism.” [Cap Hill; Free; RSVP required]

🏛️ Love Old Buildings Expo | Thursday | 6-8:30 p.m.

Celebrate and discuss everything there is to love about Denver’s old buildings, from masonry to  maintenance and much more. [Cap Hill; Free; Donations appreciated]

Today on the City Cast Denver podcast, host Bree Davies and producer Paul Karolyi sit down with mayoral hopeful Mike Johnston to talk about what he could offer Denver if he was in charge.

(ICYMI: Yesterday, we spoke with Mike’s opponent, Kelly Brough!)

That’s all for today! Feeling the Joker vibes? 🏀 Revisit our episode about what makes Nikola Jokić so special.

— Peyton Garcia