http://denver.yourhub.comThe latest story posts in The Denver Newspaper Agency YourHub.comen-usnews@yourhub.com(c) 2009, YourHub.com5In all my several decades of enjoying concerts and I've had the pleasure of being in the presence of many greats including Jimmy Buffett, Bonnie Raitt, George Benson, Al Jarreau, Itzak Perlman, Natalie Cole, et al, many of them at Fiddlers, Stevie Wonder's performance was indeed the proverbial s...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Archive/Reviews/Other/Story~491361.aspx7/2/2008 12:29:21 PMChristine Zipps What do "patriotified" ( new word ) bikes, Polynesian dancers, hot dogs, tongue draggin' canines, flippin' frogs and fire trucks have in common? You're right! They all contributed to make the Fifth Annual Mission Viejo, Independence Day Celebration and July 4th Picnic a resounding success aga...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Archive/Holidays/Holidays/Story~493540.aspx7/8/2008 5:10:46 PMChristine Zipps If I needed to keep this to a quick review, I would have to say, Loved it - check it out, dude. However, the journalist in me wants to explore, dig and roll it around more - to take it and give it a larger voice because I think it represents a lot of what is going on in society today in all i...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Archive/Reviews/Movies/Story~494924.aspx7/11/2008 6:20:55 PMChristine Zipps If I needed to keep this to a quick review, I would have to say, Loved it - check it out, dude. However, the journalist in me wants to explore, dig and roll it around more - to take it and give it a larger voice because I think it represents a lot of what is going on in society today in all ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Reviews/Movies/Story~494927.aspx7/11/2008 6:35:19 PMChristine Zipps I recently sat down with Lieutenant Sigi Klein and Todd Muncy at Aurora Fire Department's Station #6, to chat about the life of a firefighter... * * * * * What led to career : Sigi credited the influence of his Mission Viejo firefighter neighbors and smiled at the memory of an age ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Archive/Faces-of/Story~496173.aspx7/15/2008 3:56:15 PMChristine Zipps I am honored to count Cheri Long as a friend as well as our Realtor . We met almost ten years ago when she sold us a home she listed in Mission Viejo. I have come to know her on both a personal and professional level and hold nothing but fondness and admiration for her. She wears many hat...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Archive/Faces-of/Story~497542.aspx7/18/2008 4:55:13 PMChristine Zipps TagawaGardenCenter ( www.tagawagardens.com ) was the site of Grey Kitty Birthday and Pet Adoption Event July 12-13 th. In addition to the fun festivities in honor of Tagawa's mascot's big day, over 15 different animal rescue organizations brought in cats, dogs, guinea pigs bunnies and exotic...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~497699.aspx7/19/2008 5:21:35 PMChristine Zipps LAUGH and SUPPORT C.A.R.E. . On August 2nd, the Colorado Animal Rescue Express (C.A.R.E.) is having a fundraiser to help cover the transport costs of homeless animals. * * * * * Weekly, and sometimes twice a week, the wonderful folks at C.A.R.E. are arranging for and providing the saf...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~497865.aspx7/20/2008 1:30:41 PMChristine Zipps To envision a day at this year's Colorado Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace , simply think back to when you were a little medieval one. There you are, strolling the village, kibitzing' with wood nymphs and gypsies here; jugglers, jesters and scallawags there; fair maidens and jou...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~499588.aspx7/24/2008 1:01:38 PMChristine Zipps Contributed by: Christine Zipps on 8/3/2008 If you're looking for ways to dodge the heat wave, you might consider taking in the newly released movie, Swing Vote . For ultimate comfort, consider the Movie Tavern at Seven Hills. The seats are extra comfy and it's nice to sip...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Archive/Reviews/Movies/Story~503623.aspx8/3/2008 5:03:21 PMChristine Zipps With the wedding season still in full swing, it seems appropriate to explore ways to make the day even more memorable... Consider turning your wedding bouquet into a lasting keepsake! When your mother married, professionally preserving a bouquet probably consisted of hanging it upside down in ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Archive/Tips-Techniques/General-Advice/Story~505380.aspx8/6/2008 7:33:09 PMChristine Zipps The nearly three year renovation project at Utah Park is finally complete and the grand re-opening was held Saturday, August 9th. After $5.4 million worth of improvements, spread over the 46 acre parcel at Peoria and Jewell, Utah Park is truly a first-class "urban oasis". Almost three inches o...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~506700.aspx8/11/2008 2:52:30 PMChristine Zipps Donate $5 to Colorado Animal Rescue Express (C.A.R.E.) and receive a 10-20% discount pass on most purchases at all Macy's stores nationwide on September 20, 2008 . Macy's Shop for a Cause Day will support C.A.R.E. as it saves more homeless pets with transportation to Colorado rescue...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~510330.aspx8/19/2008 5:25:12 PMChristine Zipps Donate $5 to Colorado Animal Rescue Express (C.A.R.E.) and receive a 10-20% discount pass on most purchases at all Macy's stores nationwide on September 20, 2008. Macy's Shop for a Cause Day will support C.A.R.E. as it saves more homeless pets with transportation to Colorado rescue groups. Simp...http://denver.yourhub.com/CastlePines/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~510340.aspx8/19/2008 5:52:16 PMChristine Zipps Donate $5 to Colorado Animal Rescue Express (C.A.R.E.) and receive a 10-20% discount pass on most purchases at all Macy's stores nationwide on September 20, 2008 . Macy's Shop for a Cause Day will support C.A.R.E. as it saves more homeless pets with transportation to Colorado rescue ...http://denver.yourhub.com/CastleRock/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~510341.aspx8/19/2008 5:56:42 PMChristine Zipps Donate $5 to Colorado Animal Rescue Express (C.A.R.E.) and receive a 10-20% discount pass on most purchases at all Macy's stores nationwide on September 20, 2008. Macy's Shop for a Cause Day will support C.A.R.E. as it saves more homeless pets with transportation to Colorado rescue groups. Sim...http://denver.yourhub.com/Centennial/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~510342.aspx8/19/2008 6:02:44 PMChristine Zipps Donate $5 to Colorado Animal Rescue Express (C.A.R.E.) and receive a 10-20% discount pass on most purchases at all Macy's stores nationwide on September 20. Macy's Shop for a Cause Day will support C.A.R.E. as it saves more homeless pets with transportation to Colorado rescue groups. Simply, go...http://denver.yourhub.com/CherryHillsVillage/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~510343.aspx8/19/2008 6:06:29 PMChristine Zipps Donate $5 to Colorado Animal Rescue Express (C.A.R.E.) and receive a 10-20% discount pass on most purchases at all Macy's stores nationwide on September 20, 2008 . Macy's Shop for a Cause Day will support C.A.R.E. as it saves more homeless pets with transportation to Colorado rescue ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~510359.aspx8/19/2008 7:36:03 PMChristine Zipps Donate $5 to Colorado Animal Rescue Express (C.A.R.E.) and receive a 10-20% discount pass on most purchases at all Macy's stores nationwide on September 20, 2008 . Macy's Shop for a Cause Day will support C.A.R.E. as it saves more homeless pets with transportation to Colorado rescue ...http://denver.yourhub.com/DenverSouth/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~510361.aspx8/19/2008 7:40:09 PMChristine Zipps Donate $5 to Colorado Animal Rescue Express (C.A.R.E.) and receive a 10-20% discount pass on most purchases at all Macy's stores nationwide on September 20, 2008 . Macy's Shop for a Cause Day will support C.A.R.E. as it saves more homeless pets with transportation to Colorado rescue ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Englewood/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~510362.aspx8/19/2008 7:46:01 PMChristine Zipps Donate $5 to Colorado Animal Rescue Express (C.A.R.E.) and receive a 10-20% discount pass on most purchases at all Macy's stores nationwide on September 20, 2008 . Macy's Shop for a Cause Day will support C.A.R.E. as it saves more homeless pets with transportation to Colorado rescue ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Golden/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~510363.aspx8/19/2008 7:51:04 PMChristine Zipps Donate $5 to Colorado Animal Rescue Express (C.A.R.E.) and receive a 10-20% discount pass on most purchases at all Macy's stores nationwide on September 20, 2008. Macy's Shop for a Cause Day will support C.A.R.E. as it saves more homeless pets with transportation to Colorado rescue groups. Simp...http://denver.yourhub.com/GreenValleyRanch/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~510364.aspx8/19/2008 7:55:57 PMChristine Zipps Donate $5 to Colorado Animal Rescue Express (C.A.R.E.) and receive a 10-20% discount pass on most purchases at all Macy's stores nationwide on September 20, 2008 . Macy's Shop for a Cause Day will support C.A.R.E. as it saves more homeless pets with transportation to Colorado rescue ...http://denver.yourhub.com/GreenwoodVillage/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~510366.aspx8/19/2008 8:10:36 PMChristine Zipps Never was community spirit more evident than on Friday evening, August 29 th, in Mission Viejo Park. As a stunning sunset was slowly making its way to bed, the jazzy notes from Aurora's Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet treated everyone in attendance. Residents relaxed in camp chairs and on b...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~515639.aspx9/1/2008 6:21:58 PMChristine Zipps Next to the dictionary definition of Civic Duty and Community Spirit is a picture of a kinda funky looking, art gallery in downtown Denver's Riverfront area called The Other Side Arts , or TOSA to its friends. Everyone is its friend. They don't turn anyone interested in pursuing art away. Eve...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~516063.aspx9/2/2008 5:30:21 PMChristine Zipps Next to the dictionary definition of Civic Duty and Community Spirit is a picture of a kinda funky looking, art gallery in downtown Denver's Riverfront area called The Other Side Arts, or TOSA to its friends. Everyone is its friend. They don't turn anyone interested in pursuing art away. Even if ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/General/Story~516079.aspx9/2/2008 6:19:29 PMChristine Zipps Visitors to last Saturday's event celebrating Aurora's cultural diversity were treated to vibrant, aromatic, lyrical and savory sensations under the late summer-into-fall skies. Headliners on the Fletcher Plaza stage announced by radio personality, Adrian Romero proudly and artfully represen...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/Story~524417.aspx9/22/2008 7:46:07 PMChristine Zipps Under the masterful direction of Jeanette Trujillo-Lucero , the Fiesta Colorado Dance Company delighted at the Lakewood Cultural Center this past Friday and Saturday evenings. They selected a seasonal theme with their passionate and vibrant performance - Dia de los Muertos or, Day of the D...http://denver.yourhub.com/Aurora/Stories/News/Nonprofit/Story~527036.aspx9/29/2008 12:28:26 PMChristine Zipps The only black theater in the Rocky Mountain region, Shadow Theatre Company has comfortably settled into their larger, updated space and looking forward to their first full season in their new location. The move from Denver to Aurora seemed a necessity for they lacked for adequate dressing ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/About-Town/Story~530937.aspx10/7/2008 8:29:27 AMChristine Zipps It's official - Ma Nature is a frolicking, fun-seeking kid. She must be, for she came through with flying fall colors last Thursday afternoon for FallFest 2008 . This annual celebration of the fall season was hosted by the folks at Original Aurora Renewal (OAR). Peg Alt , Commu...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/About-Town/Story~537105.aspx10/19/2008 6:10:52 PMChristine Zipps