Thank you Aurora from the entire Bonfire team to everyone who came out yesterday to the first Havana Street Global Market It was a beautiful summer day full of smiling faces, delicious food, cold drinks, frozen treats, and so much more! Shoppers supported local businesses selling African baskets and fashion, handmade Mexican crafts and jewelry,
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Attention Business Community: The city has contracted Griffin & Strong, P.C., a public-policy consulting firm, to determine whether there is a significant statistical disparity between the availability of qualified, Minority, Women and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (MWDBE) and the utilization of such businesses in the city’s procurement and contracting processes. As a reminder, business owners are
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EAT AND DRINK 5280 Magazine Features On Havana Street businessman and businesses Read the article here Over the last 15 years, J.W. Lee of Mono Mono Korean Fried Chicken has opened nearly a dozen restaurants inspired by his homeland. Matt Miller July 13, 2022 Inside Mono Mono Korean Fried Chicken. Photo by Hannah Morvay Since
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City of Aurora PROS E-NEWS Our Parks, Our Places: A Plan for Aurora’s Parks, Recreation and Open Space The city of Aurora Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department is embarking on a planning process over the next year to look at all the parks, open spaces and recreation in the city. The purpose of the
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From Fruity Pebbles Milkroll ice cream to acai bowls from Coco Loco to milk tea flavored soft serve with taiyaki at Snowl to bubble egg waffle ice cream treats from Banned Boba and Korean shaved ice bingsu from Coffee Story here are 18 local frozen treats shops in the district you shouldn’t miss. Neveria la
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Visit Elegant Cartz’s web stories at https://elegantcartz.com/web-stories/16-best-things-to-do-in-aurora-colorado/ On Havana Street made the list. https://elegantcartz.com/web-stories/16-best-things-to-do-in-aurora-colorado/
Thank you to 5280 The Local for including On Havana Street’s Snowl Cafe in your “Where to Find Denver’s Best Ice Cream.” EAT AND DRINK Visit the Full Article Here Where to Find Denver’s Best Ice Cream Photo courtesy of From The Hip Photo From Fruity Pebbles–flavored scoops to coffee- and beer-inspired bites, here are
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Check out Visit Aurora’s Blog of Things to do in July here SUMMER CELEBRATIONS ARE HERE IN AURORA, CO! Enjoy ice cream, live music, fireworks, and family-friendly festivals all in Aurora, CO! UPCOMING EVENTS Plan ahead. Buy tickets, sign-up online, or do a little research before attending these events and activities. KIDX CLUB® STORY TIME
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VISIT AURORA STARTED THIS PODCAST TO SHARE THE STORIES OF THE RICH DIVERSITY, CULTURE & HISTORY OF AURORA, COLORADO. Updated with original episodes every month, the Visit Aurora “Gateway To The Rockies Podcast” serves to amplify the voices of the influential people shaping the future of Aurora, Colorado, with a focus on business owners, community
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Thank you to Visit Aurora for including an On Havana Street dog-friendly restaurant in their list. We love that our Sam’s No 3 – Aurora outdoor dining patio is dog-friendly. Check out the Visit Aurora Blog Post Here LOOKING FOR A LOCAL PLACE TO EAT AND DRINK WITH YOUR FAITHFUL DOG BY YOUR SIDE? Check
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Thank you for supporting On Havana Street at the Buckley Space Force Patriot Fest 2022. We were proud sponsors and supporters of their country music concert for the military and veteran community on base. This LIVE CONCERT was hosted at Hangar 909, on June 25th, at 6:30pm, featuring The Band Perry, plus, John Michael Montgomery and Lindsay Ell. The
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Did you know Aurora is home to the El Salvador Consulate – the first diplomatic post in Colorado outside of Denver? To honor Aurora’s international relationship with El Salvador, the city of Aurora, Consulado General de El Salvador en Aurora, Colorado and Salvadoreños Residiendo en Colorado SARCO have requested “Skills Area,” an existing 10.2-acre Aurora park built in 2006,
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FOXTOBER IN SUMMERJune 25, 2022 10:30 AM – 2:00 PMWhere: Parking Lot near JCPenny and Macy’sPrice: FreeThe Community College of Aurora Foundation invites you to join local companies, neighbors, friends, CCA students and faculty and a few of Aurora’s most loved food trucks as they battle for your vote and the Foxtober in Summer Showdown
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Visit Aurora Blog Post Here Thank you for featuring On Havana Street Ice Cream Shops in your BEST ICE CREAM SHOPS IN AURORA blog. NEED A PLACE TO ESCAPE THE HEAT AND GRAB A QUICK TREAT? CHECK OUT THESE UNIQUE SWEET ICE CREAM SPOTS AROUND TOWN. SWEET COW 2501 N, STANLEY MARKET, DALLAS ST Looking
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Learn more at the City’s website here: https://engageaurora.org/skillsarea El Salvador has a significant presence in Aurora – it has the third largest foreign-born demographic group in the city, and officially opened its consulate in Aurora in 2017. The El Salvador Consulate represents the first diplomatic post in our city, and the first consulate in Colorado
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05 2022 Polis_Visits article PDF Asian Avenue Magazine June 2022
Neveria la Unica Restaurant • 10 S Havana St, Aurora • Mexican desserts, frozen treats, juice bar and smoothies Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt • 10601 E Garden Drive, Aurora • Create your own Frozen Yogurt Treats with Toppings Baskin-Robbins • 1155 S Havana St, Aurora • 31 Flavors of Ice Cream to Explore Snowl Cafe •
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Visit the OEDIT MBO website here: https://oedit.colorado.gov/business-foundations-technical-assistance-program Available languages: English | Español The Business Foundations Technical Assistance program provides technical assistance and small grants to Colorado small businesses to help businesses legally establish themselves. The program includes 3 required training paths for businesses to complete and receive a certification. Once completed, businesses may be eligible to apply for
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: May 31, 2022 Media Contact: Julie Patterson Senior Communications Strategist 303.739.6617 [email protected] Nominate an outstanding Aurora business for recognition AURORA, Colo. – The city of Aurora is accepting nominations from the community from June 1 to July 8 for its annual Aurora Business Recognition Awards Program, which began in 2005 to celebrate successful
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Check out the City of Aurora’s Resources on their website here: https://www.auroragov.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=16242704&pageId=18100526 CITY OF AURORA » RESIDENTS » COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT » HOMELESSNESS IN AURORA » HOMELESSNESS RESOURCES Homelessness Resources Everyone deserves a safe, warm place to sleep. Although the city is not a direct service provider, it funds agencies in the community to provide direct services to individuals experiencing homelessness such as shelter, food, behavioral
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2022 City of Aurora Special Events The City of Aurora’s special events are back in full force for 2022. They are bringing back favorites such as the 4th of July Spectacular, Global Fest and Park Lights & Movie Nights. In addition, we are excited to present our newest community celebration – Fall Into Fun. Own a business? Vendor applications are
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Thank you to the AREAA for supporting On Havana Street, Hannah Cho at Shin Myung Gwan and choosing to host your event in our special district during AAPI Heritage Month. Presentations by Chance Horiuchi – Havana Business Improvement District and Becky Hogan – ASCI – Korea Town Aurora
Governor Polis, Lt. Gov Primavera & Rep. Iman Jodeh visited On Havana Street on May 18, 2022 and hosted a business round table at Tous les Jour at 2892 S Havana Street. Many businesses and community partners were able to attend, network and share updates and challenges with the Governor. The Havana Business Improvement District
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The nationally recognized Natural Helpers program was brought to Aurora by the Office of International and Immigrant Affairs in 2016 in response to the city’s Comprehensive Strategic Plan to expand programs for integration of refugees and immigrants. The program’s goal is to identify, train and empower local immigrants and refugees who understand the challenges of
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Memorandum DATE: May 6th, 2022 TO: Arapahoe County Law Enforcement Agencies FROM: Arapahoe County Sheriff Tyler Brown SUBJECT: Update re: Law Enforcement Contacts & Arapahoe County Detention Facility Procedures This memorandum is to update you regarding the status of law enforcement operations at the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office and at
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Learn More: ARPA Grant Programs – City of Aurora (auroragov.org) https://www.auroragov.org/cms/one.aspx?pageId=18506550 Our contact at APD’s Community Relations, Joshua Nicholas, shared the ARPA page with the Havana BID. As soon as the application link is available, the Havana BID will send out emails and communications to the special district. Joshua Nicholas Manager, Community Relations Section Aurora
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Sock Drive Kits = 1,217. Estimated pairs of socks = 3,650 A Sincere thank you to all the businesses, organizations and volunteers that continue to support this important event, including the Havana Business Improvement District and the Aurora Chamber of Commerce. Providing clean, new socks help those in need get one-step closer to health care.
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Learn where to get tacos and margs so you can celebrate Cinco de Mayo this year. These On Havana Street taquerias and restaurants are serving up Aurora and Denver’s best spicy margaritas, tacos, posole, enchiladas, ceviche, fajitas, burritos, and more. Our global business district has always been a destination for good eats, especially on Cinco
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Minority Small Business Grant -English Apply Today Here VEC has opened up a 3rd round of grants for minority owned businesses that are based in Aurora. Deadline May 9, 2022 Up to $5,000 This grant helps to cover expenses to assist entrepreneurs with new skills, such as branding, raising capital, finances/budgeting, business plans and continued
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Sneak peek 👀 at the 🌟 NEW 🌟 and first MURAL #OnHavanaStreet @lightshadehigh with @kirileigh7 • We are so excited! @lightshadehigh #businessimprovementdistrict stakeholder inquired about our #districtidentity #publicart #art2C program in the #specialdistrict in late 2021 and the board of directors approved this mural collaboration in January 2022. Check out the work of the mural artist at @kirileigh7 Visit @lightshadehigh at 📍503 S Havana Street About the Artist KiriLeigh Jones is
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THE GATEWAY TO THE ROCKIES PODCAST VISIT AURORA STARTED A PODCAST TO SHARE THE STORIES OF THE RICH DIVERSITY, CULTURE & HISTORY OF AURORA, COLORADO. Updated with original episodes every month, the Visit Aurora “Gateway To The Rockies Podcast” serves to amplify the voices of the influential people shaping the future of Aurora, Colorado, with
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Public Comment Changes Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: April 1, 2022 Media Contact: Julie Patterson Senior Communications Strategist 303.739.6617 [email protected] New online registration for Aurora City Council public comment AURORA, Colo. – The Aurora City Council, which welcomes public comment, has refined its process for speaking before the council. The new process will begin with the April
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INDUSTRY NEWS Featured bb.q Chicken On Havana Street MARCH 24, 2022 Read Full Article Here bb.q Chicken announced its plan to open its first 3 units in Colorado. The first unit, which is located on Village on the Park in Aurora, will have its soft opening on March 24, 2022 and will be owned and
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Westword Article Here MOLLY MARTIN MARCH 26, 2022 6:00AM There’s a new bird in town. On March 24, BB.Q Chicken opened its first Colorado location, at 2495 South Havana Street in Aurora. The name is not a nod to barbecue; instead, it stands for “best of the best quality.” The global chain is South Korea’s most
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Join GEICO Aurora on Friday, April 8, 2022, 9:30am-11am, for FREE Breakfast Networking. Please see the invitation for a coffee & bagels networking event that GEICO Aurora is hosting. They will have games with prizes along with coffee & bagels. Please rsvp to [email protected]. GEICO Aurora looks forward to meeting you and your team and networking.
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In celebration of Small Businesses On Havana Street we wanted to highlight some of the Aurora TV’s features of small businesses in the corridor. Earlier this year, Aurora TV featured our Milkroll Creamery On Havana Street. Watch the feature here A new dessert is taking over Instagram. Thai-style ice cream rolls, have you hear of them?
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This is an update for the District prepared for the March 17, 2022 Havana BID Board Meeting. Please see the updates from the Planning Department below: Mubarak Villa: This is a 20-unit duplex development in ten buildings on 1.75 acres proposed on the north side of Jewell Avenue, about a quarter mile west of Havana
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The BID is connecting businesses with local resources and partners for workforce and training. Here are opportunities and partners to work with below for workforce development in our community: Post job availabilities on the BID’s website and blog. Chance created a new webpage for job seekers On Havana Street here. Please share job openings
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bb.q Chicken – Korean Fried Chicken – Soft Opening TBD, Spring 2022, 3/7/2022 soft opening has been delayed. Cast Iron Korean BBQ restaurant by JW Lee – Opening June 2022 (former Thai Basil/Hungry Wolf BBQ), same owner as Seoul KBBQ & Hot Pot, Seoul Mandoo, Mochinut, Coffee Story, & Thank Sol Pocha. Xclusive Events
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March 8, 2022 is International Women’s Day. To celebrate On Havana Street shared posts on their Instagram feed and stories honoring the many women-owned and women-led businesses and organizations in our diverse District. International Women’s Day is a global holiday celebrated annually on March 8 to commemorate the cultural, political, and socioeconomic achievements of women.
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Ever wonder what’s in Irish Oats? I’ll give you a hint…it involves a special kind of Jameson! Well come on over to our Aurora location where we have a limited March and St. Patty’s menu to get excited about! You can check out what’s in store online at samsno3.com and click on the Aurora menu! #repost @samsno3 @onhavanastreet @visitauroraco Visit Aurora’s Sam’s
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In celebration of Small Businesses On Havana Street we wanted to highlight some of the Aurora TV’s features of small businesses in the corridor. Aurora TV, featured our wonderful Colpar HobbyTown USA. Talk about some high-flyin’ fun! AuroraTV takes you to the local hobby hotspot, Colpar’s Hobbytown USA, to show you all the awesome gizmos and gadgets.
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Aurora Sentinel Read Full Article Here By MAX LEVY, Sentinel Staff Writer Mike Fruitman poses for a portrait in his card shop, Mike’s Stadium Sports Cards, Feb. 23, which is located in the East Bank Shopping Center. Photo by PHILIP B. POSTON/Sentinel Colorado Mike Fruitman has been slinging sports memorabilia out of his current spot in
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By CARINA JULIG, Staff Writer Read Article Here Valentine’s Day themed gifts are on display at Poppy & Pine Flower Company at the Stanley Marketplace, where the options are many to prepare for the holiday of love. Photo by PHILIP B. POSTON/Senitnel Colorado AURORA | 2022 is flying by. It may have felt like you were ringing in the
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In early February 2022, Chance Horiuchi, Executive Director, for On Havana Street, delivered the $20,000 check to Rolf Werner and Ed Martin at Pickens Technical College to order tools and chests for the upcoming year’s Havana Motor Mile Tool Incentive Workforce Program. Learn More about Pickens Technical College’s Automotive Technology Program Here The Automotive Technology
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The Aurora City Council’s Red Tape Reduction Committee wants to hear about your experiences working through the city’s development planning, permitting, licensing and other business-related processes. Your input will help guide the committee, City Council and staff in analyzing opportunities for improvement or changes necessary to allow Aurora businesses to thrive and to ensure policies
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Board and Commission Openings Board and Commission Openings Feb 2022 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: Feb. 1, 2022 Media Contact: Julie Patterson Senior Communications Strategist 303.739.6617 [email protected] Apply now for openings on city boards and commissions AURORA, Colo. – The city of Aurora is accepting applications now for vacancies on the following boards listed below. Volunteering for
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Our community partners at DEN shared their newsletter from January 28, 2022. There are great business resources for businesses that would like to engage with the airport. Connect with Michelle Sandoval or Learn More Here DEN Commerce Hub — Business Opportunities What is the Commerce Hub Commerce Hub acts as a resource for small businesses and champion efforts
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2802 S Havana Street – Bicycle Village 24,652 SF – LEASE AVAILABLE March 2022 Property Brochure: Download Got Any Questions? If you have any questions, Please do not hesitate to contact us. Contact Us CONTACT INFO 10555 E. Dartmouth Ave., Suite 360, Aurora, Colorado 80014 (303) 306-1000 [email protected] FAX: (303) 306-1133 914,118 Total Square Footage 305
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Join @shareteaaurora @onhavanastreet • RING IN LUNAR NEW YEAR WITH US We’re ringing in the new year with a BRAND NEW SHARETEA AURORA EXCLUSIVE DRINK & a SPECIAL Lion Dance Performance with Firecrackers: TUES. FEB 1 & SAT. FEB 5 @ 5:30 PM BOTH Days will include gifts with every purchase (limited quantity)! Come on in and help us ring in
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