As we celebrate Womenβs History Month around the Block, we are excited to welcome Parker Clay to Free Market! Parker Clay joins our micro-district as yet another business that breaks the bias of female employment and empowerment. Owned by husband and wife duo, Ian and Brittany, Parker Clay makes premium leather bags, totes, wallets, and more while supporting women in their own community.
Parker Clay built their business on a simple premise, to make “a better bag for a better world”. Their journey began when a news story caught their family’s eyes about the startling number of orphans in Ethiopia, and by 2012, they were living in the country with their two sons and two adopted daughters. Quickly realizing the obstacles many women faced in Ethiopia, they longed for a way to support their communities and make a difference for vulnerable women.
With a mission to promote craftsmanship, sustainability, and safe working spaces, they started Parker Clay. By hiring at-risk women to hand-make their products, providing all of the training, resources, and financial literacy opportunities necessary, they are empowering women to build careers and establish independence.
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Continuing our celebration of Women's History Month, meet Meghan Gold, co-owner of For[a]ged Restaurant. Serving up dishes like sushi, traditional Japanese small plates, and yakitori, as well as private omakase chef tastings, For[a]ged is an homage to the nature of ingredients used in this culinary-inspired restaurant.
Meet Lindsey Parton, co-owner of Dairy Block's own Free Market, an ever-evolving collective of vendors, small businesses, craftsmen and women, and more. Lindsey is also the curator of Alchemy Works, a coastal California retail, gallery, and event space concept within Free Market.
Cindi owns Deviation Distilling along with her husband, Bob Wiley, and the Head Distiller, Dave Gade. Hand-crafting everything from their distinct gin and whiskey expressions to their house syrups, supplemental spirits, and garnishes, Deviation curates a seasonally-inspired menu of cocktails and small bites.
In celebration of Women's History Month, we're featuring women business owners on the Block. Meet Sarah Ortega, CEO and President of Sarah O. Jewelry. She's been showing her extraordinary collections of jewelry at Dairy Block since 2019, cultivating a space of love and connection for our entire community.
Denver Milk Market and Dairy Block have partnered with the Athena Project for a block-wide art installation celebrating women. “Women in Their Infinite Forms” features ten local artists who have designed female mannequins with their own interpretation of the theme. Spot them on display all over the Block throughout the month of March.
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Blue Ruby Boutique is yet another female-owned business here on the Block. Owner Julie Watson and her team of retail staff curate a distinctive collection of clothing, jewelry, shoes, handbags, grooming products, and more that appeal to shoppers of all styles. Be sure to check out their sister-space, The Cat Club, a unique event space for parties, fashion shows, or just a night out!
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Whiskey fans, this oneβs for you! π₯ β
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@SevenGrandDenver is bringing the heat every Wednesday night with Whiskey Society, a guided tasting series that dives into the story and spirit behind top craft distillers like Rabbit Hole (May 14) and Spirit Hound (May 21). Learn the roots, taste the pours, and expand your whiskey know-how with a crew that lives for the barrel.β
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After the tasting, stick around for Bourbon Barrels & Bluegrass featuring live music by @SlayAndStinson from 8:30 to 11:30 pm!β
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ποΈ Snag your tickets for all upcoming Whiskey Society at the link in our bio!β
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πΈ: @Ill_Will_G and @SevenGrandDenverβ
Whiskey fans, this oneβs for you! π₯ β
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@SevenGrandDenver is bringing the heat every Wednesday night with Whiskey Society, a guided tasting series that dives into the story and spirit behind top craft distillers like Rabbit Hole (May 14) and Spirit Hound (May 21). Learn the roots, taste the pours, and expand your whiskey know-how with a crew that lives for the barrel.β
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After the tasting, stick around for Bourbon Barrels & Bluegrass featuring live music by @SlayAndStinson from 8:30 to 11:30 pm!β
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ποΈ Snag your tickets for all upcoming Whiskey Society at the link in our bio!β
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πΈ: @Ill_Will_G and @SevenGrandDenverβ
A morning rave? You heard that right. π₯β
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@dybrkr is taking over Dairy Block with a sunrise party that ditches the scroll for soul THIS SATURDAY! Start with breathwork, dive into coffee-fueled connection, then dance it out to a secret DJ set thatβll shake you awake β in the best way possible!
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No algorithms. No small talk. Just pure, full-body joy before most people even hit snooze.β
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ποΈ Tickets are going fast! Grab yours now at the link in our bio and meet us on the dance floor.β
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Canβt make it? @dybrkr is back on June 28, July 26, and September 20!
A morning rave? You heard that right. π₯β
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@dybrkr is taking over Dairy Block with a sunrise party that ditches the scroll for soul THIS SATURDAY! Start with breathwork, dive into coffee-fueled connection, then dance it out to a secret DJ set thatβll shake you awake β in the best way possible!
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No algorithms. No small talk. Just pure, full-body joy before most people even hit snooze.β
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ποΈ Tickets are going fast! Grab yours now at the link in our bio and meet us on the dance floor.β
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Canβt make it? @dybrkr is back on June 28, July 26, and September 20!
Did you know that there are over 700 unique pieces by local artists in the Dairy Block art collection, creating a fully immersive experience? From larger-than-life murals (like this 30-foot "Milk Splash sculpture by Air Work Studio) to cleverly hidden details, there`s something for everyone.β
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π 31 artistsβ
π 50% minority artistsβ
π 715 art piecesβ
π 275 commissionsβ
π 433 guest room pieces in The Maven including 4 hand painted muralsβ
π 3 interactive installations in the Alleyβ
π All artists were based in Colorado at the time of installation!β
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With each piece carefully selected to celebrate the spirit of the Mile High City and to offer unexpected moments of whimsy and delight, we invite you to explore our art-filled district.β β
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π¨ View our art collection virtually at the link in our bio!β
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πΈ: @CalebDCourtney
Did you know that there are over 700 unique pieces by local artists in the Dairy Block art collection, creating a fully immersive experience? From larger-than-life murals (like this 30-foot "Milk Splash sculpture by Air Work Studio) to cleverly hidden details, there`s something for everyone.β
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π 31 artistsβ
π 50% minority artistsβ
π 715 art piecesβ
π 275 commissionsβ
π 433 guest room pieces in The Maven including 4 hand painted muralsβ
π 3 interactive installations in the Alleyβ
π All artists were based in Colorado at the time of installation!β
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With each piece carefully selected to celebrate the spirit of the Mile High City and to offer unexpected moments of whimsy and delight, we invite you to explore our art-filled district.β β
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π¨ View our art collection virtually at the link in our bio!β
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πΈ: @CalebDCourtney
Lunch goals, right this way. β‘οΈβ
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Crispy Brussels, a stacked sandwich, and a poke bowl packed with flavor. @DenverMilkMarket is your one-stop spot for satisfying every craving. Whether you`re stepping out for a quick lunch or settling in for a midday reset, this is how Dairy Block does food.β
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πFind it all at Dairy Block.β
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πΈ: @marinaelunaa
Lunch goals, right this way. β‘οΈβ
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Crispy Brussels, a stacked sandwich, and a poke bowl packed with flavor. @DenverMilkMarket is your one-stop spot for satisfying every craving. Whether you`re stepping out for a quick lunch or settling in for a midday reset, this is how Dairy Block does food.β
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πFind it all at Dairy Block.β
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πΈ: @marinaelunaa
Denver, weβre calling on YOU!β
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Artist on the Rise is back, and weβre officially on the hunt for the next big thing. Know a singer, band, or musician who deserves a bigger stage? Maybe itβs your best friend? Maybe itβs you!β
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If you have the sound, the energy, and the heart, we want you in the Alley this summer! Submissions are OPEN at the link in our bio! Show us what youβve got, Denver!β π
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π First Saturdays, June through September. Concerts are always free and open to the public!
Denver, weβre calling on YOU!β
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Artist on the Rise is back, and weβre officially on the hunt for the next big thing. Know a singer, band, or musician who deserves a bigger stage? Maybe itβs your best friend? Maybe itβs you!β
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If you have the sound, the energy, and the heart, we want you in the Alley this summer! Submissions are OPEN at the link in our bio! Show us what youβve got, Denver!β π
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π First Saturdays, June through September. Concerts are always free and open to the public!
Art is everywhere in the Alley, and this mural by Denver-based artist @Charlo.GW is just one of the many reasons to look a little closer! π€β
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Tucked between the textures and lines are hidden messages, playful details, and layered stories that make this piece (and so many others at Dairy Block) a true part of the journey.β
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Next time youβre here, take a walk through the Alley and see how many secret elements you can find. Weβll give you a hint... thereβs more than meets the eye. πβ
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πΈ: Steph_Co
Art is everywhere in the Alley, and this mural by Denver-based artist @Charlo.GW is just one of the many reasons to look a little closer! π€β
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Tucked between the textures and lines are hidden messages, playful details, and layered stories that make this piece (and so many others at Dairy Block) a true part of the journey.β
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Next time youβre here, take a walk through the Alley and see how many secret elements you can find. Weβll give you a hint... thereβs more than meets the eye. πβ
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πΈ: Steph_Co
The perfect pour isnβt just about beer. Itβs about the pause, the anticipation, and that first golden sip.β
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At @Westbound_Denver, every glass is a small celebration of craft, community, and Colorado flavor. Whether youβre post-game, mid-stroll, or simply chasing good vibes, this is your moment to tap in.β
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πFind Westbound & Down inside Dairy Block and taste what makes it a LoDo favorite. Your next pint is waiting.
The perfect pour isnβt just about beer. Itβs about the pause, the anticipation, and that first golden sip.β
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At @Westbound_Denver, every glass is a small celebration of craft, community, and Colorado flavor. Whether youβre post-game, mid-stroll, or simply chasing good vibes, this is your moment to tap in.β
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πFind Westbound & Down inside Dairy Block and taste what makes it a LoDo favorite. Your next pint is waiting.
Bingo, brunch, and bottomless mimosas? Sounds like a Sunday slay. π
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Join us at @DenverMilkMarket for Drag Queen Bingo Brunch every Sunday from 11 AM to 2 PM, featuring live performances, delicious brunch specials, and $20 bottomless mimosas that keep the party going.β
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π Call (303) 792-8242 to snag your spot. Brunch just got a whole lot louder!
Bingo, brunch, and bottomless mimosas? Sounds like a Sunday slay. π
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Join us at @DenverMilkMarket for Drag Queen Bingo Brunch every Sunday from 11 AM to 2 PM, featuring live performances, delicious brunch specials, and $20 bottomless mimosas that keep the party going.β
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π Call (303) 792-8242 to snag your spot. Brunch just got a whole lot louder!
