💚 Want to Do Some Good This Week?

From food banks to flan coffee — give back and treat yourself this Monday in Denver.

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What's Happenin' Denver
May 12, 2025

💪 How to Lend a Hand in Denver This Week

Happy Monday, Denver! 🎉 

Looking to give back without a long-term volunteer contract? Whether you’ve got a free afternoon or just want to dip a toe into helping out, there are plenty of casual, feel-good ways to make an impact around the city. Thanks to some awesome Redditors, here’s a quick list of flexible, low-commitment volunteer gigs in and around Denver:

Let’s jump in 👇

🌆  Mile High Trivia Time!

Denver is home to how many professional sports teams?

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👉 Tap your guess — we’ll reveal the answer at the bottom of the newsletter!

💛 Want to Do Some Good This Week?

We’ve got just the thing. Whether you’re looking to give back, connect with your community, or just feel useful on a Monday, these Denver-based volunteer opportunities were shared by locals and are perfect for folks with big hearts and flexible schedules.

💬 Locals Recommend:

  • 🥘 Project Angel Heart

    Help prep or deliver meals for people with serious illnesses. Their kitchen staff, packers, and drivers are always in need.

    Learn More →

  • 🍎 Metro Caring

    Food market + food sovereignty programs. Volunteers get a 10lb food credit per shift (to keep or give to someone else).

    Sign Up →

  • 🎨 Judi’s House

    Volunteer with kids coping with grief. It’s meaningful work in a compassionate setting.

    Explore Roles →

  • 🐶 Foothills Animal Shelter

    Help walk pups, clean kennels, or assist at events. Bonus: weekly commitment means you’ll build a relationship with the animals.

    Start Here →

  • 🌽 Ekar Farm

    Drop-in volunteer Sundays 9AM–1PM. Urban farm vibes, and no commitment needed.

    More Info →

  • 🌲 Colorado Parks Volunteer Rangers

    Once you’ve trained and passed a background check, you can help with trail work, public info, or event support.

    Get Started →

Got more spots to share? Hit reply and tell us where you volunteer — we might feature your rec next!

🌼 Looking for more things to do in Denver? Dive into Things to Do in Colorado, Kid-Friendly Hikes, or discover our favorite Colorado Day Trips.

☕ WH Spotlight: Tí Cafe

📍 30 N Broadway, Denver, CO 80203

Denver’s first Vietnamese coffee shop isn’t flashy — but it is full of soul. Tí Cafe offers Vietnamese brews, teas, pastries, and two standouts you won’t find everywhere: flan coffee and egg coffee. The egg coffee in particular hits like a warm hug — a thick, tiramisu-like mousse made from whisked egg yolk, condensed milk, and sugar floating over rich coffee. It’s balanced, bold, and beautifully layered.

🎮 Inside? Retro arcade games and moody art vibes that feel more like a mini-gallery than a café. Service is stellar and worth the visit alone.

Pro tip: Parallel parking on Broadway can be a pain. If you see a spot, grab it.

🌆 Mile High Happenings

Monday, May 12

🆓 Free Events

🧵 Bowlero And Cars📍 Bowlero | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free (Recurring Monday)

🧵 Family Matters📍 Shoot Indoors Central Park | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM | 🆓 Free (Kids) (Recurring Monday)

🧵 Smarty Party Trivia📍 Avanti F&B | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free (Recurring Monday)

💵 Ticketed Events

Allison Russell📍 The Gothic Theatre | ⏰ 8:00 PM | 🎟️ $25.75–$30

Jane Remover📍 The Bluebird Theater | ⏰ 8:00 PM | 🎟️ $25+

Lucy Dacus📍 Red Rocks Amphitheatre | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🎟️ $50.50+

Sharon Van Etten and The Attachment Theory📍 The Ogden Theatre | ⏰ 8:00 PM | 🎟️ $36.50+

Tuesday, May 6

🆓 Free Events

🧵 Trivia Night @ Spirit Hound📍 Spirit Hound Distillers – Denver | ⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 🆓 Free (Recurring Tuesday)

🧵 Bingo Night!📍 Waldschänke Ciders | ⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 🆓 Free (Recurring Tuesday)

🧵 Geeks Who Drink📍 Fuel & Iron Bar | ⏰ 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM | 🆓 Free (Recurring Tuesday)

🍺 Trivia Night at FlyteCo – Weekly brewery trivia with prizes and beer📍 FlyteCo Brewing, 7 PM (Recurring Tuesdays)

Playoff Pints📍 Kachina Cantina | ⏰ Game Day Vibes | 🎟️ Free entry

💵 Ticketed Events

East High School Jazz Ensemble📍 Dazzle | ⏰ 6:30 PM | 🎟️ $5 adults / Free for students

Magdalena Bay📍 The Ogden Theatre | ⏰ 8:00 PM | 🎟️ $30+

Lambrini Girls📍 Larimer Lounge | ⏰ 8:00 PM | 🎟️ $20+

Mayday Parade📍 The Gothic Theatre | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 🎟️ $45.50+

Skrillex📍 Red Rocks Amphitheatre | ⏰ 6:30 PM | 🎟️

Where are you heading this week? Tag us in your adventures! 🚀

👋 Do Some Good, Feel Even Better

You don’t need a cape to be a hero—just a couple of free hours and the desire to make someone’s day a little easier. If you know of other great low-key volunteering options, hit reply and let us know. We’ll keep the good vibes going. 💚

✅ Trivia Answer: C) 6

Denver’s sports scene is stacked. The city is home to six professional teams:

• Denver Broncos (NFL)

• Colorado Rockies (MLB)

• Denver Nuggets (NBA)

• Colorado Avalanche (NHL)

• Colorado Rapids (MLS)

• Colorado Mammoth (National Lacrosse League)

🏆 No matter your sport, Denver’s got a team to cheer for.

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