Woody Creek Bakery & Café Announces Baked Goods for Winter

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New Items Bring Holiday Cheer and Satisfy Sweet Tooths

Woody Creek Bakery & Cafe, known for its made-from-scratch baked goods, announces a new line-up of holiday and winter menu offerings.

“We are excited to unveil six new baked items, perfect for holiday soirees and gifts,” commented Bruce Pelligra, Director of Operations at Woody Creek Bakery & Café. “All of these new products were actually developed by our Woody Creek team members and first tested by our loyal customers.”

       The following scrumptious additions have been added to the company’s menu for this winter season: 

• Cranberry Walnut Muffin: Sweet cranberries with a little tart kick, thoughtfully paired with walnuts.

• Woody Creek Treat: A new signature cookie treat with dried cranberries, white chocolate chips, almonds and topped with coconut. 
•  Fruit Turnovers: Delicious turnover in a flaky puff pastry dough baked to golden brown perfection. Choose from cinnamon apple, cherry or blueberry.

• Smore’s Turnovers:  A marshmallow and chocolate filled crescent roll baked and topped with a chocolate drizzle.

• Brownie Santa Hat: A brownie bite topped with a fresh strawberry and cream cheese frosting to make a mini Santa hat.

• Holiday cookies and Gingerbread Men: Frosted and holiday-themed decorated cookies and gingerbread men.

In the age of frozen dough, Woody Creek is unique, in that its “sister company,” Harvest Moon Baking Co., bakes Woody Creek’s breads daily and makes the dough for cookies, muffins, cinnamon rolls, croissants and other baked goods. Each Woody Creek location bakes the fresh product throughout the day.  Harvest Moon tests new Woody Creek products, which are usually the ideas of Woody Creek team members; these new products quickly become fan favorites and staples to the company menu.

“We have become known for our famous chocolate chip cookies, free with any entrée purchase, and now, we hope our customers will come to crave these delicious additions to our already expansive offering of baked goods,” finished Pelligra.

   

Brownie Santa Hats

 Apple Turnover

Aspen Gay Ski Week Returns For 36th Year

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 Drew Carey Performs at Premier GLBT Winter Travel Event—January 13-20, 2013

Aspen Gay Ski Week, the nation’s largest and oldest gay ski event, returns for its 36^th year from January 13 to 20, 2013, along with presenting sponsor, Bud Light. Iconic comic Drew Carey will perform at the historic Wheeler Opera House as part of the nightly events throughout the week. 

This year, proceeds from the event will benefit GLSEN (the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network), the Trevor Project, the Point Foundation, and the local program TEACH (Teachers Empowering Agents of Change), the Western Colorado AIDS Project, the Gender Identity Center of Colorado, as well as local schools of the Roaring Fork Valley.

“World-famous Aspen plays host to a week of epic skiing, après-ski events at The Limelight Hotel and exciting nightly events,” remarked Todd Heimel, board president of Roaring Fork Gay and Lesbian Community Fund. “Back by popular demand is the ‘mountaintop party,’ accessible only by a moonlit gondola ride up Aspen Mountain, to an elevation of 11,000 feet. Once there, guests dance the night away at high altitude.”

Each afternoon during Aspen Gay Ski Week, The Limelight is the site for après-ski parties from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., attracting up to 1,000 daily. Sponsored by Bud Light and Svedka, these events feature DJ entertainment, free gifts from sponsors, a hospitality suite, heated pool and two hot-tubs.

On Friday afternoon, the city of Aspen gathers to view the popular downhill costume competition, hosted by Miss Richfield 1981—seen on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and The Today Show. In years’ past, contestants can be seen skiing down Aspen Mountain in riotous costumes, such as Madonna, St. Paulie girls and water skiers.

Aspen Gay Ski Week showcases nightly events, including the following:

• Sunday:
• Opening Party. Join us for the opening party at the Hotel Jerome Lobby Bar; guests will enjoy complimentary Bud Light and Svedka drinks.

•  Monday:

o   Film Night Gala. Film Night Gala features Gayby, an irreverent comedy from director, Jonathan Lisecki; the film is a frank look at a gay comic book writer and his best girlfriend who decide to fulfill their college promise of having a baby together. After the film, Lisecki will answer questions from the audience.

o   Late Night Party. The late night party will be hosted at Escobar, the underground bar that resembles an airplane cabin.

•          Tuesday:

o   Comedy Night. Comedy Night showcases Thomas Dale and headliner, Michael Kosta. Performing at comedy clubs across the country, Dale has acted as a commentator for VH1’s 100 Sexiest Celebrities and 100 Greatest Child Stars. Main act Michael Kosta has appeared on The Tonight Show, Chelsea Lately and Conan, and this year, he performed in his first stand-up special on Comedy Central.

o   Late Night Party. Tuesday’s late night party is hosted by the hip nightclub, The Regal.

•          Wednesday:

o   Fashion and Art Night Out. Aspen is home to world-class shopping, and for the annual Boutique Night Stroll, participating boutiques will be open late.

o   Wednesday Late Night. This event will benefit TEACH and is hosted by Aspen’s premier private night club, The Caribou Club.

•        Thursday:

o   Comedy Night. Appearing on Jimmy Kimmel, Conan and NBC’s Last Comic Standing, comic Brendon Walsh will open for headliner, Drew Carey. A comedy icon and television legend, Carey starred in The Drew Carey Show on ABC, followed by the improv comedy show, Who’s Line Is It Anyway?, and appearances in numerous films, television series and films.  He has hosted The Price Is Right since 2007. 

o   Dance Gala. Hosted by the historic and newly renovated Hotel Jerome, gay ski week guests will enjoy dancing, go-go dancers, a VIP lounge and DJ Dylan. The theme is a tribute to the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” and our military service men and women.

•          Friday:

o   Top of the Mountain Party. This party, at the top of Aspen Mountain, returns for its second year.  Begin the night with a moonlit ride up the gondola, then dance the night away with music from DJ Gant Johnson.

•          Saturday:

o   Friendship Cup. A free event at Lewis Ice Arena, the Friendship Cup, the Gay vs. Straight Ice Hockey Championships, precedes the pool party.

o   Pool Party. Aspen Recreation Center will once again host the infamous pool party, featuring DJs, dancing, hot tubs, water slides, a lazy river and open bars.

“There is something for everyone at Aspen Gay Ski Week, even for the non-skier,” finished Heimel.  “Aspen offers visitors world renowned restaurants, indulgent spas and first class shopping. Our attendance is expected to be monumental in 2013, so we thank our loyal guests for helping us to continue to be the premier GLBT winter travel event.”

To learn more about Aspen Gay Ski Week and to purchase event passes, www.gayskiweek.com.  

Aspen Gay Ski Week Returns to The Limelight Hotel

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Aspen Gay Ski Week Returns to The Limelight Hotel

Premier GLBT Winter Travel Event is January 13-20, 2013

Aspen Gay Ski Week, the nation’s largest and oldest gay ski event, returns to Aspen’s newest hotel, The Limelight Hotel, for the fifth consecutive year from January 13 to 20, 2013.

“Nestled steps from Aspen Mountain and just beside Wagner Park, The Limelight offers its guests the best of mountain adventure in a contemporary and relaxed atmosphere,” said Richard Stettner, general manager of the hotel. 

Each afternoon during Aspen Gay Ski Week, The Limelight hosts popular après-ski events from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., attracting up to 1,000 nightly. Sponsored by Bud Light and Svedka, the après-ski parties feature DJ entertainment, free gifts from sponsors, a hospitality suite, heated pool and two hot-tubs.

The hotel extends a variety of amenities to its guests, including an expanded continental breakfast; complimentary in-town, airport and ski area transportation; complimentary use of the hotel’s fleet of snowshoes; and exclusive ski programs. The property’s “First Tracks” program gives guests early access to Aspen Mountain before it opens to the general public, while “Inside Tracks” is an all-day opportunity to get the insider’s scoop on Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands and Snowmass while skiing or riding with Aspen’s top professionals.

The Limelight is a member of Preferred Hotel Group's Preferred Pride collection, a distinctive group of independently owned and operated hotels that support the GLBT traveler. The hotel always extends a complimentary bottle of wine at check-in for those booking under this program.  Learn more about the hotel at www.limelighthotel.com.

“A benefit for the Roaring Fork Gay & Lesbian Community Fund (RFGLCF), Aspen Gay Ski Week also hosts exciting nightly events and the popular downhill costume competition on Friday,” remarked Todd Heimel, board president of RFGLCF. “Back by popular demand is the ‘mountaintop party,’ accessible only by a moonlit gondola ride up Aspen Mountain, to an elevation of 11,000 feet. Once there, guests dance the night away at high altitude.”

To learn more about Aspen Gay Ski Week and to purchase event passes, www.gayskiweek.com. 

Studio F Event with Chef Jenna Johansen: May 10-12

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You are cordially invited to Studio F’s second event on May 10, 11, and 12 with Chef Jenna Johansen, a Colorado-based chef who stars on Bravo’s new reality cooking show, Around the World in 80 Plates, airing May 9.

“Join Chef Jenna Johansen as she takes her guests on a global culinary adventure to celebrate her debut on Bravo’s most ambitious show to-date,” said Studio F Owner James Mazzio.

Housed in the historic Ice House Building in LoDo, Studio F, formerly Mise en Place (cooking school), brings a new kind of culinary entertainment to Denver. Using the pop-up restaurant concept, Studio F creates one-of-kind dining experiences that allow guests to interact with rising local and nationally renowned chefs.

Johansen’s five-course paired wine and cocktail dinner is a global celebration featuring flavors from around the world while paying respect to each region’s culture and heritage. Johansen begins in Spain with a trio of tapas and moves on to Thailand, so guests may enjoy lap chong salad paired with a beautiful cocktail featuring Mekhong, the spirit of Thailand. Attendees will move on to Johansen’s favorite country, Italy, and work their way to France, finishing in Morocco with a one-of-a-kind m'hanncha, a snake-shaped cake surrounded by almond-stuffed dates and the partner to end most Moroccan meals, warm mint tea with a creative cocktail twist.

“I’m thrilled to join one of my favorite Colorado chefs, James Mazzio, as we celebrate the opening of Studio F and the debut of my new show,” said Johansen. “I want to give my guests a little bit of flavor from all of my favorite parts of the world.”

Each evening will feature two seatings (6:00 pm and 8:15 pm), and tickets are $100. Tickets may be purchased online by visiting www.studioflodo.com.

Date: May 10, 11, and 12
Time: Seatings at 6:00 & 8:15 PM
Where: Studio F
Address: 1801 Wynkoop Street @ 18th Street, Denver, CO 80202

About Studio F
Housed in the historic Ice House Building in Denver’s Lower Downtown (LoDo) district, Studio F brings a new kind of culinary entertainment to Denver. Using the pop-up restaurant concept, Studio F creates one-of-kind dining experiences that allow guests to interact with rising local and nationally renowned chefs. With limited seatings of 40 people and a state-of-the-art exhibition kitchen, the stage is set for intimate interactions with culinary talent. Envisioned by Chef James Mazzio, Studio F will host monthly pop-up dinners, cooking classes, special events, wine tastings and more. Chef Mazzio’s neighboring Red Star Deli delights visitors daily with fresh, made-to-order salads and sandwiches, such as his signature Muffuletta. For more information, visit www.StudioFLoDo.com.

About Jenna Johansen
A native of Boulder, Colorado, Chef Jenna Johansen has had an interest in cooking professionally since childhood. Jenna describes her cooking style as simple and classic, creating flavors by using the freshest ingredients available. Jenna’s cuisine is global, simple, seasonal and surprising. You can read more about Chef Jenna Johansen by visiting her website at jennajohansen.com or her blog with fiancée Mark “the salumi king” DeNittis at thelastthingweate.com and by following Jenna on Bravo’s ambitious reality cooking show, Around the World in 80 Plates, which took place in 10 different countries and airs May, 2012.

Jim Guttau is Contributing Writer for Book, Lost Lessons from Life on the Farm

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Jim Guttau, a Denver-based publicist, has announced that he is a contributing writer for the book, Lost Lessons from Life on the Farm. Guttau wrote a chapter, entitled “A 4-H Education,” highlighting his upbringing in rural Iowa, along with valuable lessons learned from that time.

The book was compiled by Editor Gregory Bloom, who solicited for entries from former farm residents. Eighteen contributors share stories in their own voices and unique styles.

“Hard work, responsibility, being content with little, caring for animals, helping others in need, saving and planning for the future and many other great lessons were learned naturally by growing up on a farm,” said Bloom. “From stories about caring for animals, growing crops, tearing down barns, fixing tractors, training horses, raising cattle or milking cows, you will laugh and reflect upon the difficulties and joys that farm life brought to us.”

The book recently received an endorsement from Temple Grandin, doctor of animal science, professor at Colorado State University, author, and the subject of the 2010 Emmy-nominated film, Temple Grandin.

“Eighteen people tell about their childhoods growing up on a farm or ranch,” comments Grandin. “They learned the value of hard work, responsibility and ingenuity. Everyone who is interested in farming and rural life would love this book."

The book can be purchased at Amazon.com and BarnesandNoble.com. Learn more about the book at www.LostLessons.org.

History Colorado Trivia Contest

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THINK YOU KNOW?! TRIVIA CONTEST

About the Contest: Entrants should visit the Think You Know?! Trivia Contest webpage
http://bit.ly/ThinkYouKnowTriviaContest to get the daily trivia question and then submit their answer on the History Colorado Facebook page via the contest app. Visit
http://bit.ly/ThinkYouKnowTriviaContest for details or to enter.

Entering the Contest: The “Think You Know?!” Trivia Contest is open to Colorado residents 18 years of age or older. The entry period begins on Friday, April 13, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. Mountain and ends on Sunday, May 13, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. Mountain.

Players may submit one (1) entry per day during the entry period. To qualify, contestants must complete the entry form and correctly answer the daily trivia question. Entries must be received between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Mountain to be entered into the daily drawing.

Winners: All winners will be announced on or after 8:00 p.m. each day via History Colorado’s Facebook page and on the Think You Know?! Trivia Contest webpage. There are numerous ways to win:
‐ Daily Drawing Prize: Contest Administrator will randomly select one (1) winner each day from all eligible entries for the Daily Drawing Prize. The winner will receive two (2) free tickets to the new History Colorado Center.
‐ Participation Prize: Contest Administrator will randomly select a winner from all eligible entries submitted by contestants who have entered the contest five (5) or more times. The winner will receive a family Charter Membership valued at $65.00.
‐ Bonus Prize: Contest Administrator will randomly select one (1) winner from all eligible entries by contestants who submitted answers for any “bonus” questions. The winner will receive a family Charter Membership valued at $65.00.

Contest Entry Instructions:

Play the Think You Know?! Trivia Contest and you could win 2 FREE tickets
to visit the new History Colorado Center!

Think you know all about the new History Colorado Center? Now through May 13th, we're giving away 2 FREE tickets to experience Denver's newest museum ‐ EVERY DAY!

Each day we'll randomly draw one lucky winner to receive a pair of passes to check out the brand new History Colorado Center.

It's easy to enter! Just visit the Think You Know?! Trivia page
http://bit.ly/ThinkYouKnowTriviaContest every day to get the daily trivia question. Then follow the instructions to enter the sweepstakes. Entries must be received between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00p.m. Mountain, and you must answer the question correctly to be entered into the daily drawing.

Ready for the best part? The more you play, the more chances you have to win! Play the trivia game 5 or more times, and you'll be entered into a drawing to win a family Charter Membership valued at $65!

If you Think You Know, then you could be the next winner to experience an inspirational journey that will ignite your imagination and touch your heart.

You can play once per day. And the more you play, the more chances you have to win!

*Remember ‐ you must enter the correct answer on the entry form to be entered into the daily drawing.

HINT: Follow us on Twitter @HistoryColorado and get clues to today's trivia question!

Gear Grab Hosts Inaugural Consignment Event For Used Sporting Equipment

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Event Will Benefit Goodwill April 27-29

Gear Grab, a community-based consignment event for used sporting equipment, will host its first event in Denver from April 27 to April 29, 2012 at 838 Broadway, Denver. The event will benefit Goodwill Industries of Denver.

“At Gear Grab, participants can buy and sell lightly used sporting equipment,” commented Co-Founder Mark Barrow. “Including food, drink, live music, prizes, and shopping, Gear Grab is for all ages and all types of sporting gear.”

Those interested in participating can first register at www.gear-grab.com. Gear drop off times are April 27 from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and April 28 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. For consignors and volunteers, the gear sale will begin April 28 at 11:00 a.m. and end at 7:00 p.m., continuing on April 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Gear goes on sale to the public on April 29 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

“For consignors, this means cold hard cash for your unused gear,” said Co-Founder Aaron Hart. “For shoppers, this means pre-screened, high quality products at a discount. This is not to be mistaken for an overgrown garage sale, as attendees will take advantage of ‘Craigslist prices’ in a retail setting.”

Gear Grab’s proceeds will benefit Goodwill Industries of Denver. Goodwill operates career-focused community programs benefitting at-risk youth, struggling adults and people with disabilities. Each year Goodwill helps reverse the cycle of poverty for tens of thousands of Coloradans. Learn more at www.goodwilldenver.org.

Additionally, Gear Grab will host a kick off party on Tuesday, April 3 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at PorchLight Real Estate (838 Broadway, Denver). Visit http://gear-grab.com/news/blog/kickoff/ to learn more.

Gear Grab is sponsored by PorchLight Real Estate Group, Endurance Sports Marketing, Westword, Edgeworks, Bell Sports and mor Beverage. For more details, visit www.gear-grab.com.

Gear Grab is a community-based consignment event in which participants can buy and sell lightly used sporting equipment. All types of sporting gear are accepted—from golf clubs to tents to soccer balls. Consignors receive cash for unused gear, and shoppers receive discounted products that are screened to ensure the highest quality. Learn more by visiting www.gear-grab.com.

CULTUREHAUS Announces New Board Members

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Board Members Bring Diverse Backgrounds to Denver Art Museum Support Group

CultureHaus, a social and educational support group of the Denver Art Museum connecting the young at heart with art, recently added the following members to its board of directors.

Keith Ambuhl:
Agilutions Consulting, owner
CultureHaus IT chair

Stephanie Blake:
Blake Communications, owner
CultureHaus public relations co-chair

Sarah Domareck:
Jackson National Life, account coordinator, marketing department
CultureHaus sponsorship co-chair

Nicole Jarman:
Hob Nob Events and Festivals, owner and event director
CultureHaus Banner 2012 co-chair

Piper Vitale:
Piper Vitale Designs, owner
CultureHaus sponsorship co-chair

In 2011, the CultureHaus board elected Jim Guttau, owner Guttau Public Relations, the 2012 board co-chair alongside current co-chair Dan Prather, managing partner of DualDraw LLC.

CultureHaus, a social and educational support group of the Denver Art Museum, connects the young at heart with art. CultureHaus provides its members with a wide range of opportunities to learn about art and collecting. At exclusive events held nearly every month, members and guests can enjoy unique insights about art, private exhibition viewings, and the chance to meet other art enthusiasts. Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper and others formed CultureHaus in 1997 to create awareness for the Denver Art Museum and the arts among the 25- to 40-year-old demographic. For more information, visit www.culturehaus.com.

Gear Grab Hosts Inaugural Consignment Event For Used Sporting Equipment

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Event Will Benefit Goodwill April 27-29

Gear Grab, a community-based consignment event for used sporting equipment, announced today it will host its first event in Denver from April 27 to April 29, 2012 at 838 Broadway, Denver. The event will benefit Goodwill Industries of Denver.

“At Gear Grab, participants can sell and buy lightly used sporting equipment,” commented Co-Founder Mark Barrow. “Including food, drink, live music, prizes, and shopping, Gear Grab is for all ages and all types of sporting gear.”

Those interested in participating can first register at www.gear-grab.com. Gear drop off times are April 27 from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and April 28 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. For consignors and volunteers, the gear sale will begin April 28 at 11:00 a.m. and end at 7:00 p.m., continuing on April 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Gear goes on sale to the public on April 29 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

“For consignors, this means cold hard cash for your unused gear,” said Co-Founder Aaron Hart. “For shoppers, this means pre-screened, high quality products at a discount. This is not to be mistaken for an overgrown garage sale, as attendees will take advantage of ‘Craigslist prices’ in a retail setting.”

For more details, including how to consign, visit www.gear-grab.com.

About Gear Grab
Gear Grab is a community-based consignment event in which participants can sell and buy lightly used sporting equipment. All types of sporting gear are accepted—from golf clubs to tents to soccer balls. Consignors receive cash for unused gear, and shoppers receive discounted products that are screened to ensure the highest quality. Learn more by visiting www.gear-grab.com.