TEDx In the spirit of “ideas worth spreading,” TED has created TEDx. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TEDxMileHigh, where x = independently organized TED event. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group.  The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including Mile High TEDx, are self-organized.

Started as a four-day conference in California 26 years ago, TED has grown to support those world-changing ideas with multiple initiatives. At TED, the world’s leading thinkers and doers are asked to give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes. Talks are then made available, free, at TED.com. TED speakers have included Bill Gates, Jane Goodall, Elizabeth Gilbert, Sir Richard Branson, Benoit Mandelbrot, Philippe Starck, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Isabel Allende and former UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown. Two major TED events are held each year: The TED Conference takes place every spring in Long Beach, California (along with a parallel conference, TEDActive, in Palm Springs), and TEDGlobal is held each summer in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Here is the Tedx Mile High Homepage where you can learn more and purchase tickets: http://www.tedxmilehigh.com/

Follow TEDx Mile High on Twitter at http://twitter.com/#!/TEDxMileHigh or on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/TEDxMileHigh

Follow TED on Twitter at twitter.com/TEDTalks, or on Facebook at facebook.com/TED.

TEDx Mile High bring you some Denver’s best & brightest speakers along with some incredible national speakers.

Here are a few of the local heroes you can look forward to:

• Bernard Amadei (Professor of Civil Engineering at the University of Colorado at Boulder and Founding President of Engineers Without Borders – USA and co-founder of Engineers Without Borders-International) http://ceae.colorado.edu/mc-edc/?ii=People%20:%20Bernard%20Amadei
• Alex Bogusky – Emcee (Co-Founder of Crispin Porter & Bogusky) Founder of the Fearless Revolution http://fearlessrevolution.com/
• Ashara Ekundayo (Founder of BluBlak Media Consulting and Café Nuba) http://cafenuba.com/
• James B. Hayes (Former Publisher, Fortune; Former CEO, Junior Achievement) http://www.ja.org/
• John Hickenlooper (Governor, State of Colorado) http://www.colorado.gov/GOVERNOR
• Allen Lim (Director of Sports Science, Team RadioShack) http://www.teamradioshack.us/
• L. Hunter Lovins (President and founder of the Natural Capitalism Solutions (NCS) and Co-Founder of Rocky Mountain Institute) www.natcapsolutions.org

Here are a few of the national speakers:

• Robyn O’Brien (Author of The Unhealthy Truth) www.allergykidsfoundation.org & www.robynobrien.com
• Jeff Olson (1998 Winter Olympics, 1992 Winter Olympics, co-founder of Well Nourished Worldwide) www.wellnourishedworldwide.com
• Sally A. Ranney (CEO of StillWater Preservation LLC (SWP)) www.areday.net amatterofdegreemedia.com www.imattermarch.org
• General Victor E. Renuart Jr. (Former Commander of NORAD and US Northern Command) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victor_E._Renuart,_Jr.
• Casey Sheahan (CEO & President of Patagonia, Inc.) http://www.patagonia.com/us/home
• Obura Tongoi (CEO, Africa Redefined & Co-Founder, Audeamus Capital Partners LLP) https://africaredefined.com/index.php

We have included a short video below to familiarize you a little more with the TED experience. This is a can’t miss event for everyone in the Mile High City! If you attend please share your thoughts in the comments section of this post, on Twitter http://twitter.com/#!/SPIREDenver or on Facebook http://on.fb.me/e29aHt

Here is the official event information and schedule:

Friday, April 1
6 – 10 pm

Saturday, April 2
12 – 9 pm

Admission: $10 / day;  $15 both days
Kids under 12 Free.

NEW! Add reserved VIP seating for the Denver Top 10 Fashion Show with Mondo Finale: $15

Runway / Stage Event Schedule:

Friday
6pm – doors open
7pm – Be Your Own You
8pm – Charlie Price
9pm – Denver Style Awards with Babblin’ Brooks and Nina Flowers
10pm – doors close

Saturday
12n – doors open
1pm – Buxom and Anna Festa

2pm – Natalee Moldenhour and Marie Margot Couture Bridal
3pm – House of Arden
4pm – Gimme Gimme Pillow Toast Japanese Street Fashion
5pm – NUR
6pm – Audience Awards: Best-Dressed audience members compete for prizes on the Runway!
7pm – Denver Top 10 Fashion Show with Mondo Guerra finale
9pm – doors close

Get your tickets here: http://denverstyleexpotix.eventbrite.com/

When you choose to become a member of CultureHaus you become part of a unique and exclusive resource that that opens doors to Denver’s emerging cultural and arts scene. CultureHaus delivers on this promise because it’s backed by the Denver Art Museum. And CultureHaus extends DAM’s mission by supporting and networking with youthful arts patrons, emerging artists, and local arts organizations.

CultureHaus membership includes a rewarding experience and these exciting benefits for you PLUS a guest. (Please note: A Denver Art Museum annual membership is required to join CH, and you can join both at the same time.)

• Party at our annual CH Banner Event

• Discover collecting with CH Collects 6 times per year

• Educate your mind at CH InHaus 4 times per year

• Visit exclusive art-related events with CH Out & About 2 times per year

• Celebrate your membership at our annual recognition event with CH Bash

The next event is Mixology 101 March 21, 2011

When: Monday, March 21, 2011

Where: Stir Cooking School – 3215 Zuni St., Denver, CO 80211 | Google Map

Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Cost: $15/member, $20/member guest

Tickets: Tickets Available Via Blacktie Colorado

MIXOLOGY 101

Please join CultureHaus for a fun evening at the New Stir Cooking School in the Highlands for Mixology 101. Mike Henderson, mixoligist extraordinaire, and professional bartender instructor will teach this class. We will learn an overview of cocktail styles and cocktail building basics, which will culminate in all of us taking our own, turn at creating (and sampling) tasty adult beverages!

Due to space constraints we will need to limit registration to 30 participants…so don’t delay!

This is an abbreviated version of Mike’s Cocktail 101 class, which normally costs $55/person.

More information about the Stir Cooking School can be found at: www.StirToLearn.com

Culture Haus Membership: http://bit.ly/fsGe1F

Downtown Denver’s newest condo tower, SPIRE, has experienced phenomenal sales activity over the past nine months and has now closed on 204 units.  SPIRE’S lender has confirmed that it is the best performing building in their portfolio and thinks it is possible that the 42 story project is the best selling high rise condominium project in the United States.  Besides being an incredible addition to the Downtown skyline, buyers love the location, amenities, spectacular views, unit sizes, attainable price points, and that the project is LEED certified. (read more)

We all know that Colorado is a wonderful state.   Many of us relocated from another state to enjoy Colorado’s incredible weather, the beautiful mountains in our backyard, and of course the incredible city of Denver.

So it came as no surprise to read in the Denver Post that Colorado trails only Texas as a relocation destination, according to a report released Monday by Allied Van Lines.

Here is a quick blurb from today’s Denver Post article…

Analysts cited Colorado’s quality of life and relatively low unemployment rate as reasons that more people are moving to the state than are moving out.

Read more: Colo. exceeded only by Texas as 2010 relocation target – The Denver Post http://www.denverpost.com/business/ci_17003053#ixzz1A5riWbu6

We also thought this was a nice quote about the great entrepreneurial spirit in our state…

With so many great and creative businesses in our neighborhood, we know this spirit is booming.  Many such businesses will be opening their doors right at the base of SPIRE.

SPIRE, located in the heart of Downtown Denver and the theater district has become home to many of these new Colorado residents.  With a terrific location and amenities such as two pools, two hot tubs, fitness center, private theater room, sports zone, 24 hour front desk, and multiple lounges it’s a great way to enjoy the Colorado and Downtown Denver lifestyle.

To learn more about SPIRE or relocating to the Denver area,  please contact the SPIRE sales center at 720-457-7550.

Penny Parker of the Denver Post recently covered the great trend of B-cycle with Real Estate.  With the bikes in hibernation for the winter, different real estate companies are preparing for the Spring release of the bikes.  Want to know the details for B-cycle’s March launch…

Memberships start March 1 when the B-cycle fleet awakes from hibernation. The program was put on hiatus for the winter in part due to weather conditions, and to give organizers time to “tweak” kinks in the program, such as touchy touch-screen technology, and somewhat confusing instructions.

SPIRE is proud to be a supporter of B-cycle and to have one of their stations right outside our front door.  We congratulate them on a great first year!

For SPIRE residents the options are endless.  Located in the heart of downtown and in the heart of the Denver’s incredible Theater District that means one more holiday tradition is upon us…. The Holiday Classic “The Nutcracker” performed at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House.

Here is a summary of this Holiday Classic from the Colorado Ballet Website…

The Nutcracker is the only way to truly experience Clara’s adventures through the Land of the Sweets. With 26 performances, this traditional holiday favorite will feature Tchaikovsky’s beloved score performed by a live orchestra, unforgettable characters and dazzling costumes and scenery. This timeless work is sure to get audiences in the holiday spirit and proves to be a joy for both adults and children year after year.

This performance is only through December 27th so if this is on your wish list make sure to get your tickets soon.

To learn more about the residences in SPIRE and all the great benefits of the downtown Denver lifestyle please contact the SPIRE sales center at 720.457.7550. and don’t forget to RSVP for our upcoming Winter Sales Event.

SPIRE residents and downtown Denver neighbors… we have have officially entered the Holiday Theater Season. Tonight is a special night in the Denver Theater world as SHREK The Musical begins tonight at the Buell Theater. Here is a quick synopsis from the Denver Center for the Performing Arts Website..

Shrek The Musical, based on the Oscar®-winning Dreamworks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre to life on the Broadway stage. In a faraway kingdom turned upside down, things get ugly when an unseemly ogre—not a handsome prince—shows up to rescue a feisty princess. Throw in a donkey who won’t shut up, a bad guy with a SHORT temper, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand… and his name is Shrek. Featuring a terrific score of 19 all-new songs, big laughs, great dancing and breathtaking scenery, USA Today proclaims Shrek The Musical, “Altogether Irresistible. A Big Fat Hit!” Shrek The Musical is part romance, part twisted fairy tale and all irreverent fun for everyone!

SPIRE, located in the heart of the theater district is just footsteps away from all the great theater events throughout this holiday season.  We will keep our homeowners and neighbors updated on these and many other great events that are part of you Downtown Denver lifestyle.  This heartwarming and entertaining tale has received incredible reviews for all ages.

Ogres are in Downtown Denver ladies and gentleman so please be sure to enjoy their visit as they are only here from November 16th through the 28th.

Tickets start at $15
Performance Times:
Tues-Sun 7:30pm
Sat & Sun 2pm
Wed Nov 24 2pm
DARK Thanksgiving Thurs Nov 25

Three talented designers – Lindsey Garner, Tony Torres and Rae Jamison – demonstrated their styles at SPIRE as they competed to become “Colorado’s Top Interior Designer”.  Each of the designers took one of the SPIRE residences (all were working with the same floor plan… the Tremont).  The Tremont – a 1,663-square-foot, two-bedroom and 2 ½-bathroom home on the 34th, 35th or 36th floor — offered the designers large spacious rooms and a breathtaking view into the city of Denver. Each designer then used their individual talents and creativity to transform their Tremont residence for the design competition. For many weeks,  the designers have been laboring to bring their visions to reality.

This past week the judges and guests had an opportunity to see their design creations. Now we are waiting for the judges’ decision to declare who will win “Colorado Top Interior Designer”.  The entire competition will be televised by cheeseandcrackers.tv and will air on Rocky Mountain PBS so you won’t miss a single detail. Catch Sara Blette, who helped design the common areas at SPIRE; Cara Hines, winner of  ‘The Young Designer Challenge – 2008″; and John Ludwig of Sotheby’s International, as they select the winner of the competitive televised challenge. Carriann Arkowski is host of the show!

Of course you don’t have to wait to see their design creations. Everyone is welcome to visit SPIRE and take a tour of the three Tremont residences and give us your own feedback on the design competition. It is a terrific opportunity to see the work of Colorado’s Top Interior Designers and tour SPIRE and its many residences. To schedule your own tour,  please contact our SPIRE Sales Team at 720.457.7550.

Thank you and we look forward to sharing the upcoming judge’s decision.