A Message from our Executive DirectorCHUN Business Member of the Month Jerry’s started from humble beginnings. After our grandfather Jerry Levine got back from serving in the Navy shortly after world war II, he started providing snacks to local bars. One of the favorites of the day was an “Atomic” Pickle. A super spicy version of the food that’s no longer found many places. He kept expanding the business. Many years later our father Claude took over. Our tradition is carried on by Jerry’s grandsons. Today Stephen runs the business. Our family looks forward to many more great years providing the community with food rooted in tradition. We are accepting orders through our website or via email only at this time. If you would like to place an order for either pick up, local delivery (wholesale only) or FedEx, please contact us and we will confirm with you. Welcome to Our New CHUN Members Lisa Brus Scott Holder J Metz David Gold Gabe Fedor CHUN News, Events and UpdatesFebruary Happy Hour was a Bar of FUN with Bar NUN!February’s CHUN Happy Hour was a huge success, thanks to our incredible community and the efforts of our Membership Committee! Hosted at Bar Nun, the evening was filled with great conversations, new connections, and a shared passion for strengthening our neighborhood. We’re grateful for everyone who came out and made the night so memorable. Stay tuned for more exciting social gatherings! Urban Planning in Action: CHUN x Denver INC-ZAP Joint Meeting RecapIn an exciting collaboration, CHUN’s Urban Planning Committee joined forces with Denver INC-ZAP for a special joint meeting. The event featured expert insights from: 🏛 Rep. Chad Clifford on CDARA reform & construction liability 🚘 Jill Locantore (Denver Streets Partnership) on parking mandates & new maximums 🏡 Ryan Keeney (CHUN Urban Planning Chair) on 2025 housing legislation, including Yes in God’s Backyard & Smart Stair Discussions like these are vital to shaping Denver’s future, and we’re proud to be at the forefront of these conversations. Thank you to all who attended and contributed! CHUN Happy Hour at The Secret Garden 📅 March 11 | 4:30-6 PM 📍 The Secret Garden Join us for an evening of good drinks and great company at our next CHUN Happy Hour! Taking place at the picturesque Secret Garden, this is the perfect opportunity to meet neighbors, unwind, and connect. Don't forget, CHUN members get 10% off! Mark your calendars and don’t miss out on the fun! Upcoming History Matters Meeting – Members Only- |
| Save the Date: CHUN Spring 2025 Clean-Up! 📅 April 5-6 📍 Ideal Market Spring clean our home—it’s for our community, too! Join us for CHUN’s Spring 2025 Clean-Up at Ideal Market on April 5th and 6th. Help us keep our neighborhood beautiful, and enjoy delicious treats from Locales as a token of our appreciation. Let’s work together to make our community shine!ing isn’t just for you |  |
CHUN History Matters Moment
DOWNTOWN DENVER’S STREET LAYOUT & NAMESAKES
Ever wonder why the streets in downtown Denver are not due north, due south,
due east and due west? Answer: Elisha Pinkney Stout. Once gold was discovered
in 1858 near the confluence of what is now called Cherry Creek and the South
Platte River, the Pikes Peak Gold Rush started. (In 1858, one of the few things
known to the United States east coast dwellers was Pikes Peak. So although 60
miles away from the site of the gold, Denver’s gold find was named Pikes Peak
Gold Rush.)
In November, 1958 “General” William Larimer, Jr. arrived with his
fellow members of the newly formed Denver City Township Company. One
member was Elisha P. Stout. Stout brought with him a pocket compass, and
utilized some basic training he had received in surveying. Stout used Cherry Creek
and the South Platte as points of reference for the streets to be “parallel” with these
geographical landmarks. Stout platted a one square mile of streets and alleys. The
street layout is often referred to as the offset diamond pattern. The streets are not
true northwest, southeast (for example). Even in the “History of Denver” written
by Jerome C. Smiley in 1901, the street directions were described as
“northwesterly by southeasterly.” To his credit, the street layout created by Elisha
P. Stout in 1858 is used by Denver today, a permanent link to the original Denver
City Township Company.
As time passed after Denver City and Auraria merged to
form Denver and as Denver expanded, the early street planners opted for the more
common due north, due south, due east, and due west platting of the streets.
Broadway was platted due north and due south, and all streets east of Broadway
were platted due east/due west. The merger of the offset diamond platted by Stout
with the Brown north/south streets created the various five point intersections. As
for how Stout and the founders named the streets, the names often derive from
members of the Denver City Township members: William H. Larimer, Jr., Charles
Lawrence, Elisha Stout, Samuel S. Curtis, Edward Wynkoop, Charles Blake, and
N.W. Welton. Elisha P. Stout chose the southwesterly corner of Larimer and (what
is now) 14 th Street to build his own cabin in 1858/1859. Stout did not stay long in
Denver, and returned to Ohio with his “first born white settler” son, John Denver
Stout.
due east and due west? Answer: Elisha Pinkney Stout. Once gold was discovered
in 1858 near the confluence of what is now called Cherry Creek and the South
Platte River, the Pikes Peak Gold Rush started. (In 1858, one of the few things
known to the United States east coast dwellers was Pikes Peak. So although 60
miles away from the site of the gold, Denver’s gold find was named Pikes Peak
Gold Rush.)
In November, 1958 “General” William Larimer, Jr. arrived with his
fellow members of the newly formed Denver City Township Company. One
member was Elisha P. Stout. Stout brought with him a pocket compass, and
utilized some basic training he had received in surveying. Stout used Cherry Creek
and the South Platte as points of reference for the streets to be “parallel” with these
geographical landmarks. Stout platted a one square mile of streets and alleys. The
street layout is often referred to as the offset diamond pattern. The streets are not
true northwest, southeast (for example). Even in the “History of Denver” written
by Jerome C. Smiley in 1901, the street directions were described as
“northwesterly by southeasterly.” To his credit, the street layout created by Elisha
P. Stout in 1858 is used by Denver today, a permanent link to the original Denver
City Township Company.
As time passed after Denver City and Auraria merged to
form Denver and as Denver expanded, the early street planners opted for the more
common due north, due south, due east, and due west platting of the streets.
Broadway was platted due north and due south, and all streets east of Broadway
were platted due east/due west. The merger of the offset diamond platted by Stout
with the Brown north/south streets created the various five point intersections. As
for how Stout and the founders named the streets, the names often derive from
members of the Denver City Township members: William H. Larimer, Jr., Charles
Lawrence, Elisha Stout, Samuel S. Curtis, Edward Wynkoop, Charles Blake, and
N.W. Welton. Elisha P. Stout chose the southwesterly corner of Larimer and (what
is now) 14 th Street to build his own cabin in 1858/1859. Stout did not stay long in
Denver, and returned to Ohio with his “first born white settler” son, John Denver
Stout.
Denver and Colorado News, Events and Updates
The Nonprofit Conference of the Year Returns!
Get ready to connect, learn and grow—because it’s never too early to start planning. We’re thrilled to announce our 2025 Connecting Colorado conference dates and locations:
- April 16: Loveland
- May 20: Colorado Springs
- September 10: Grand Junction
- October 20: Denver
- Loveland & Colorado Springs: Save by registering before February 28
- Grand Junction & Denver: Reduced pricing begins June 1
The City and County of Denver's latest Economic Indicators are here.
Help shape the future of MY Denver programs at Denver Recreation Centers
Denver Parks & Recreation is supporting the MY Denver team’s efforts to better understand the public’s use of the MY Denver programs at Denver Recreation Centers. The MY Denver Survey launched in January 2025 and will close on March 15, 2025.
Help shape the future of MY Denver programs at Denver Recreation Centers! Denver Parks & Recreation is seeking your input on the MY Denver programs that matter most to your family. This survey is for current and potential future participating MY Denver families. Provide your email address to be entered into a random drawing for a prize. Survey closes on March 15. Please email [email protected] with questions.
Help shape the future of MY Denver programs at Denver Recreation Centers! Denver Parks & Recreation is seeking your input on the MY Denver programs that matter most to your family. This survey is for current and potential future participating MY Denver families. Provide your email address to be entered into a random drawing for a prize. Survey closes on March 15. Please email [email protected] with questions.
Activate our Youth with the MY DENVER CARD!
Youth, ages 5–18, can have a key to the city with a MY Denver Card in hand! Youth will get free access to recreation centers, swimming pools and various cultural facilities where they can participate in healthy, safe and fun activities afterschool, during school and summer breaks, and on the weekends.
Denver recreation centers offer both structured and drop-in activities for MY Denver cardholders when school is out. This could include afterschool, during school breaks and some evening and weekend fun! Programs are available in a safe environment and are designed to contribute to the academic and social development of all children and youth. Activities vary, falling under five categories:
Denver recreation centers offer both structured and drop-in activities for MY Denver cardholders when school is out. This could include afterschool, during school breaks and some evening and weekend fun! Programs are available in a safe environment and are designed to contribute to the academic and social development of all children and youth. Activities vary, falling under five categories:
- Sports and Wellness
- Urban Arts and Culture
- Science, Technology and Education
- Social Recreation
- Community Engagement
Get Active, Get Involved.
Use your MY DENVER PRIME Card today!
Denver’s active lifestyle knows no age limit, and older adults and seniors are just as active as anyone.
Just like the MY Denver Card gives all Denver kids free access to Denver’s recreation centers and pools, the MY Denver PRIME membership expands free access for all the city’s residents ages 60 and older.
What benefits does MY Denver PRIME offer?MY Denver PRIME provides Denver residents ages 60+ with FREE access to all the city’s recreation centers and pools, including drop-in fitness classes and clubs. As of 2022, the membership also offers access to the Buffalo Bill Museum & Grave in Denver's Lookout Mountain Park. This membership is for Denver Parks & Recreation facilities only and does not offer admission discounts to other cultural institutions such as museums, zoo, botanic gardens, etc.
Just like the MY Denver Card gives all Denver kids free access to Denver’s recreation centers and pools, the MY Denver PRIME membership expands free access for all the city’s residents ages 60 and older.
What benefits does MY Denver PRIME offer?MY Denver PRIME provides Denver residents ages 60+ with FREE access to all the city’s recreation centers and pools, including drop-in fitness classes and clubs. As of 2022, the membership also offers access to the Buffalo Bill Museum & Grave in Denver's Lookout Mountain Park. This membership is for Denver Parks & Recreation facilities only and does not offer admission discounts to other cultural institutions such as museums, zoo, botanic gardens, etc.
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