Saturday, September 23, 2023

Find a furry friend

Posted 9/8/10

Aspen Grove, which has had an ongoing policy of welcoming dogs who accompany shoppers, has partnered with Denver Dumb Friends League, Humane Society …

This item is available in full to subscribers.

Don't have an ID?

Print subscribers

If you're a print subscriber, but do not yet have an online account, click here to create one.

Non-subscribers

Click here to see your options for becoming a subscriber.

If you made a voluntary contribution in 2022-2023 of $50 or more, but do not yet have an online account, click here to create one at no additional charge. VIP Digital Access includes access to all websites and online content.

Our print publications are advertiser supported. For those wishing to access our content online, we have implemented a small charge so we may continue to provide our valued readers and community with unique, high quality local content. Thank you for supporting your local newspaper.

Find a furry friend

Models will show off clothing from Aspen Grove retailers as well as four-legged friends with big brown eyes. Courtesy photo.

Posted Wednesday, September 8, 2010 12:00 am

By Sonya Ellingboe

Aspen Grove, which has had an ongoing policy of welcoming dogs who accompany shoppers, has partnered with Denver Dumb Friends League, Humane Society of the South Platte Valley, Rocky Mountain National Mill Dog Rescue and six additional animal rescue organizations to host the Second Annual Paws and Claws.

The event is a pet adoption marathon from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 11 at Aspen Grove, South Santa Fe Drive and West Mineral Avenue.

Rescue dogs and cats needing help in finding new homes will be available throughout the marathon, which will launch with Runway Rescue at noon, pairing adoptable pets with models showing new fall clothing from Aspen Grove’s retailers. Other pet-themed activities will follow: a Best in Doggy Show contest (for the guest’s pets), disc dog demonstrations, giveaways, prizes, pooch pampering and pet merchandise. a Children’s Dog Friendly Art Contest and more.

Shoppers, pooch-less humans, animal lovers and pets are welcome.

For information, visit www.shopaspengrove.com.

Comments

Local news

Cherry Creek Schools’ CMAS scores show no substantial changes, still lower than pre-pandemic

The 2022-23 state assessment results for the Cherry Creek School District mostly showed no substantial changes from the previous school year, according to a presentation given to the board of …

Centennial City Council approves pickleball regulations, keeping courts 250 feet away from homes

With hopes of preventing neighborhood conflicts over pickleball noise, the Centennial City Council approved new rules on how close outdoor courts can be to homes. New permanent outdoor …

Council votes on first reading of CodeNext for a second time

For the second time, the Englewood City Council approved the first reading of CodeNext in a 4-3 vote on Sept. 18. The agenda item, which was originally approved on Sept. 11, was …

An ax-cellent year: Parker ax-throwing business sticks its first anniversary

A night out with the neighbors put entrepreneur Jesse Thrash on the path to small business ownership. “When I first went, I wasn’t good,” Thrash said of his inaugural …

Business profile: Honey Pig Cafe in Lone Tree is taste of real China

Honey Pig Cafe, an unassuming new restaurant with big plans, quietly debuted over the summer in Lone Tree. “We just wanted to get the doors open as soon as possible,” James Choi, …

Nearly 100 artists provide colorful art during annual Centennial Chalk Art Festival

Nearly 100 artists participated in this year’s Centennial Chalk Art Festival, bringing a breadth of color and imagination to the sidewalks of the shopping district, The Streets at SouthGlenn. …

More local news

Sports

Littleton bicyclist Jeff Conaway injured during Race Across America

Jeff Conaway's contribution to an eight-man team in the Race Across America was cut short on Monday. Conaway, 43, crashed near Trinidad on U.S. Hwy. 160 and was rushed to a hospital where he was diagnosed with a head injury, broken collarbone and broken scapula.

School spirit, according to Arapahoe High School national award winner

School spirit for Alicia Peterson means providing a consistent environment of optimism and belonging for her students, much like what she was looking for when she was in high school. And the impact she’s making is getting noticed nationwide.

Littleton-area's Jeff Conaway to Race Across America to raise money to fight human trafficking

Jeff Conaway said he knows the aches and burns in his muscles after biking hundreds of miles pale in comparison to the suffering of those that fall victim to human trafficking. That’s what will keep him going state after state.

What to know about the Nuggets’ championship parade Thursday

Bring plenty of water, but don’t bring alcohol. Expect to make noise, but don’t bring any noisemakers, like fireworks or air horns.

Valor Christian baseball wins first 5A state championship

After Zach Eigenbrod fired the final out, he was dog-piled by his teammates as Valor Christian celebrated its first Class 5A state baseball championship and capped a miraculous playoff run.

More sports

Our Papers

Find a furry friend

Don't have an ID?

Print subscribers

Non-subscribers

Find a furry friend

Comments

What’s Happening in Jefferson County?

Food, drink — and a little rain — featured at Taste of Evergreen

Olde Town Shindig Mural Contest showcases local artists

Arvada celebrates fall with 98th Harvest Festival

Ad blocker detected

Find a furry friend

Please log in to continue

Don't have an ID?

Print subscribers

Non-subscribers

Find a furry friend

Comments

What’s Happening in Jefferson County?

Food, drink — and a little rain — featured at Taste of Evergreen

Olde Town Shindig Mural Contest showcases local artists

Arvada celebrates fall with 98th Harvest Festival

Ad blocker detected