Do you need a unique stocking stuffer or a special gift for the office gift exchange? Check out the inventory at The English Teacup, 1930 S Havana, Unit 5. They just received a big shipment from England including imported favorites like Cadbury chocolate, Thornton’s chocolate Santas and Reindeer, lovely Holiday-themed tins of chocolates and cookies,
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Molcajete Mexican Restaurant opened for business on November 27, 2016 at 1911 So Havana, the former location of Havana Street Station Restaurant and Dumitri’s Restaurant. Hector Moreno Galvan is the owner/operator. Hector has transformed the interior of the restaurant into a beautiful hacienda with furnishings imported from Mexico. The metal and resin art decorating the walls is unique
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Each year we put together an annual report to share with our community and stake holders. This year represents our 9th year of operation. The Havana BID is a special district that represents you, our business and commercial property stakeholders, who invest in the economic vitality, value and overall commercial appeal of the Havana District.
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On Havana Street and the City of Aurora’s Art in Public Places program are proud to partner to bring the 6th Annual Art 2C on Havana. Thirteen sculptures and one permanent piece will be exhibited in the Business District spread along Havana street from East First Avenue to East Yale Avenue. The exhibition provides residents
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The Aurora Police Association is seeking cash donations for their annual Shop with a Cop program. Some businesses in the Havana District are participating already, but the APA is still in need of cash donations. The event takes place on Dec 19 at a local WalMart where each child selected for the program will get to
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FREE CONCERT TUESDAY AUGUST 23, 2016 AT 6 P.M. SIX FOOT JOE AND THE RED HOT RHINOS HORN-DRIVEN ROCK ‘N’ CONCERT When: TUESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2016 TIME: 6-8 p.m. COST: FREE WHERE: In the rose garden plaza at The Gardens on Havana, located just south Maurice’s & Dick’s Sporting Goods. To GPS this location, use
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WHAT: SUMMIT FEST 2016 WHEN: Saturday, August 6, 2016 TIME: 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. WHERE: Summit Steakhouse 2700 S Havana ST Aurora CO 80014 Phone: 303-751-2112 WHAT: Delicious food from around the world with specialty drinks to match, plus live music and a dance floor! COST: Advanced Ticket Purchase Incentive: $10 includes admission plus
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GET YOUR FROZEN TREATS ON HAVANA STREET AT THE FROZEN TREAT PROGRESSIVE PARTY! WHEN: Sunday, July 17 from 12-noon to 4 p.m. WHAT DOES THIS EVENT COST? NOTHING, IT’S FREE! WHERE: At 5 tasting locations all in the vacinity of Mississippi Ave and Havana St in Aurora, Colorado. Baskin Robbins, 1155 S Havana Good Times
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Earth Day Electronic Recycling Event (No document shredding at this event. See the Events Page for free shredding options at Curbside, Inc. in June and October for Aurora residents.) When: Saturday, April 23, 2016 What time: 12 pm – 3 pm Where: The Waterpark Office building big parking lot, 2530 S Havana Street, Aurora CO
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The teams and their sponsors gathered at Safeway at 1677 S Havana Street just prior to the start of the 6th Annual Grocery Cart Races to Benefit the Comitis Crisis Center. The teams raised over $46,000 for Comitis, Aurora’s only homeless shelter, at this event. All of the food goes to restock the pantry at
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James Gillespie from Comitis and Kris Staaf from Safeway appeared on the 9News Colorado & Company program to discuss the upcoming 6th annual grocery cart races held at Safeway on Havana Street to benefit Comitis Crisis Center. Comitis is Aurora’s only homeless shelter.
Left Turn Arrow at Idaho Place & Havana: To go “live” on November 19, 2015! In 2014, Aurora City Council allocated funds to pay for a left turn arrow traffic signal on Havana at Idaho Place. Idaho Place is the road between Wells Fargo Bank and Starbucks at The Gardens on Havana. The left turn
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Thirteen new sculptures have been installed along Havana Street in Aurora, Colorado, for the 2015/2016 Art 2C on Havana Exhibition. Art 2C on Havana is a partnership between the Havana Business Improvement District and the City of Aurora Art in Public Places Program.
Welcome this new business to our community! Featured Business: Agency Vac & TV Business Address: 1802 S Havana Street, Aurora CO 80012 Business Phone: 720-316-2138 Business Website: www.agencyvacshop.net Business Facebook Page: Facebok and Photo Album Owner’s Name: Mike Dinkel About the Business: Agency Vacuum & TV Shop has over 30 years of experience in vacuum repairs, television
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Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt and Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers, both at The Gardens on Havana, were featured on 9News Colorado and Company to discuss our Frozen Treats event on July 19, 2015.
Welcome this new business to our community! Business Address: 2157 S Havana ST, Aurora CO 80014 Business Phone: 303-755-3566 Business Website: www.allseasonsrentall.com Photo Album: Check it out Owner’s Name: Larry Sare About the Owner: The owner, Larry, is a true Colorado native. He attended the historic South High School right here in Denver, CO. He served two terms in
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New Mom & Pop Restaurant Opens After much anticipation, Katsu Ramen opened for business on January 26 in the Birchtree Shopping Center at 1930 S Havana. This is the second Havana District Restaurant owned and operated by Chang Lee and Yumi Ogai, who also own the very popular Sushi Katsu at 2222 S Havana. Traditional
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New Leadership Matt Rauzi, owner of Colorado’s Pro Gym, was elected President of the Havana Business Improvement District at the December 18 board meeting. Matt has been on the board for several years and served as board treasurer. Matt replaces Scott Goldammer as president. Scott works for Miller Realty and was the property manager at
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Havana Street Redevelopment Here is the link to the article in the Aurora Sentinel that ran on December 4, 2014. http://www.aurorasentinel.com/news/street-creds-havana-renewal-project-lauding-successes/
Come Celebrate Community Spirit at the East West Fall Fest along Havana street, where SE Denver meets West Aurora. Two weeks of events and celebrations including Oktoberfest, Tapas & Tea Festival, Free Electronic Recycling Event, a football pregame party for the Broncos/49ers game, and lots of fun Halloween trick or treating events and costume contests.
If you prefer cake and pastries over donuts, you are in luck. A new shop opened about two weeks ago at Yale Place Shopping Center, 2690 S Havana ST, #11, behind Honeybaked Ham at Yale & Havana. Yan Li, a lovely young Korean woman, is the owner and baker. Everything is made fresh in the
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A little rain and some hail did not stop the fun at the 2014 Cruzin’ Havana Car show and Poker run on June 14, 2014. Video Courtesy of Brian Molitoris Photography.
The 7th Annual Cruzin’ Havana Car Show & Poker Run, presented by Havana Auto Parts, on Saturday, June 14, 2014.
Featured Business: Autawash Business Address: 2291 S Havana ST, Aurora CO 80014 Business Phone/Fax: 303-695-9331 Business Website: www.Autawash.com Business Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/autawash Link to Photo Album Where is the owner from originally and what made them pick Havana Street for their business? For more than 23 years, Autawash has been a go-to location for customers that need their cars
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UPDATE: Havana District, you’re in for a treat!! Uncle Maddio’s pizza is having their soft opening on Jan 9 & 10. Create your own specialty pizza. Pick your own dough, sauce and toppings! You can also make your own gourmet salads and toasted paninis! Uncle Maddio’s has catering options like Girl’s Night or Game Day specials.
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WHAT: Dotsero Contemporary Jazz Concert WHEN: 6 p.m. on Tuesday July 26, 2016 WHERE: In the Rose Garden Plaza at The Gardens on Havana, East Garden Drive and South Ironton, along the back row of stores between Dick’s Sporting Goods and Petco. Use the address 1350 S Ironton, Aurora, CO 80012 in your GPS to
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Scott Goldammer from Miller Realty, property manager for The Gardens on Havana and Board President of the Havana Business Improvement District, and Lindsay Buuck, Leasing Manage for Viridian Luxury Apartments and Townhomes at The Gardens on Havana were features on 9News Colorado & Company on May 22, 2014.
A lot happens On Havana Street! Here are some things that are happening On Havana Street in May of 2014! On Havana Street Wins 1st Place Gold DRCOG Award! Dotsero Returns to the Summer Rose Garden Concert Line Up Maddio’s Pizza Joint
Staying Strong 2014 SALES TAX REVENUES UP DOUBLE DIGITS The 3.75% city of Aurora sales tax revenues generated in the Havana District, consisting of 209 real commercial properties along Havana from 6th Avenue on the north to Dartmouth on the south, were up double digits in 2014 over 2013: Total Sales Tax Revenue were up
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Read past issues of our Life On Havana Street eNewsletter: December 2013 November 2013 October 2013 September 2013 August 2013 July 2013 June 2013 May 2013 April 2013 Recent articles published about On Havana… December 17, 2013–The End Comes–Finally–For Aurora’s Fan Fare Building on Havana July 27, 2012–Denver Business Journal, “Havana Street being brought back
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“Conversation with Myself” by Artist Lorri Acott is one of the 11 new sculptures in our 2013/14 Art 2C On Havana Exhibition. It is on display outside The Stampede at Parker Road and Havana. Photos courtesy of Brian Molitoris Photography.
REDEVELOPMENT NEWS KIMCO VILLAGE ON THE PARK REDEVELOPMENT Rick Turner from Kimco announced at the Havana BID board meeting in February that KIMCO will be moving forward with permitting for the demolition of the old Le Peep Restaurant building sometime this spring. Rick also said that Jersey Mike’s has signed on for the new development.
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Here are some articles where On Havana Street events and activities have been featured in the news. Check it out! Colorado Sculptor Takes First Place in International 2013 Havana BID Art 2C On Havana Street Competition Havana BID Restaurant Week Headlines Active October On Havana Street for Aurora Shoppers Family Fun, Bargains Everywhere at
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Ulta Beauty Website Directions Chain with a diverse selection of cosmetics & other beauty products, plus on-site salon services. Address: 1150 S Ironton St Unit 110, Aurora, CO 80012 Phone:(303) 745-2640 Hours: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Featured Business: Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Business Address: 1103 S Iola Street, Aurora, CO 80012 at The Gardens on Havana Business Phone: 303-368-8331 Business Website: www.freddysusa.com Business Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/FreddysUSA Owner’s Name: Brian & Bill Pyle, Franchise owner Link to Photo Album Freddy Simon was making delicious frozen custard since the 1950s. He opened the first Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburger Restaurant in
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Featured Business: Massage Envy at The Gardens on Havana Business Address: 10651 E Garden Drive, Suite 105, Aurora CO 80012. They are located at Mississippi and Havana between Target and Sprouts Market Aurora Business Phone: 303-750-5300 Business Website: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Massage-Envy-Colorado/197673483578585?fref=ts Business Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/#!/MassageEnvy?fref=ts Manager at Massage Envy, Gardens on Havana Location: Kailai Matthews Link to Photo Album
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Featured Business: Mark Vissering State Farm Insurance Business Address: 1852 S Havana ST, Aurora CO 80012 Business Phone: 303-745-0034 Business Website: www.markvissering.com Owner’s Name: Mark Vissering Link to Photo Album Where is the owner from originally and what made them pick Havana Street for their business? Mark grew up in Streator, Illinois. He attended Southern Illinois University. Mark moved to
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Featured Business: Key Bank Havana Gardens Business Address: 10402 E Arizona PL, Aurora CO 80012 at The Gardens on Havana. Location Hint: The Gardens on Havana is the new Lifestyle Center built on the site of the former Buckingham Square Mall on the SE corner of Mississippi and Havana. Business Phone: 720-747-5005 Business Website: www.key.com Branch Manager: Lyn Story
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Featured Business: Ink It Over Business Address: 10329 E Iliff Ave, Aurora CO 80247 Business Phone: 303-369-8485 Business Website: http://inkitover.com/ Owner’s Name: Sue Smith, owner; Susan Rodriguez, GM Link to Photo Album About the Business: Services provided: Remanufacture inkjet and toner cartridges, computer and printer repair including operating system repair, password reset, and memory upgrades. Products sold: Ink It
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Featured Business: Hunky Dory Screenprint & Kingpin Embroidery Business Address: 60 S Havana ST, #605, Aurora CO 80012 Business Phone: 303-363-7335 Business Website: www.hunkydorytshirts.com Owner’s Name: Amy Arthur Link to Photo Album About the Business: Amy Arthur is a graduate of Aurora’s Smoky Hill High School. Amy has been in the printing business since she was 18.
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Featured Business: Havana Auto Parts Business Address: 901 S Havana ST, Aurora CO 80012 Business Phone: 303-341-2611 Business Website: www.havanaautoparts.com Business Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Havana-Auto-Parts/254527194655920?fref=ts Owner’s Name: Darryl Ryan, GM Link to Photo Album Where is the owner from originally and what made them pick Havana Street for their business? With over 36 years of business, Havana Auto Parts has played
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Cruzin’ Havana from 2012 This event draws a huge crowd, come check it out! Save the date flyer Here is the Cruzin’ Havana logo from 2012
TIDBITS First Bank at Iliff and Havana was recognized at the 10th annual City of Aurora Business Recognition Awards Thursday night, December 4 at the Aurora Municipal Center. Pictured is Dave Mittan (center), President of First Bank, receiving the award from Business Advisory Board President Tony Brake (left), and Aurora City Manager Skip Noe. Dave Mittan
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Find unique gifts this Holiday at our International Markets and over 60 retailers on Havana Street. Think global, buy local.
YERSENIA TIRES AND WHEELS 555 NORTH HAVANA STREET AURORA, CO 80010 YERSENIA TIRES PHONE NUMBER IS 303-459-4649
The Gardens on Havana at Mississippi & Havana is the newest site for the 9Cares Colorado Shares Food Drive on Saturday, October 27. This is the 30th year for this great community event. We will be accepting non-perishable food items, toys and clothing from 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. in the parking lot by Buffalo
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43 restaurants will be celebrating Havana Street Restaurant Week from Oct 13-21, 2012, by preparing delicious special “two-fer” menus and offers.
The Havana Business Improvement District co-sponsored this Asian Pacific Business Networking Event at the Aurora History Museum on August 15, 2012. Over 150 attended this special event. Special Guests: CONSUL GENERAL JEONG GWAN LEE, the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in San Francisco. CG Lee discussed the recent United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement.
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Video taken by photographer, Brian Molitoris, at the 2012 Cruzin’ Havana Car Show and Poker Run, June 16, 2012.
Video taken by photographer, Brian Molitoris, at the 2012 Cruzin’ Havana Car Show and Poker Run, June 16, 2012.