Clayton Community Days

09/07/2024

See you soon! Join us for our last event of the season today, 12-6pm!

09/03/2024

Don't miss our last Clayton Community Days of the season this Saturday, 12-6pm!
Live music, art, vendors
Free Cohesion Brewing Company beers sponsored by York Street Yards

12:00-12:30pm Urban Sanctuary Free Yoga
1:00-3:00pm Free Art and Writing Activities/Workshops

1:30-2:30pm Mariachi Alma del Folklore: Colorado's 1st all-female Mariachi! ***Please note the time change: Mariachi Alma will perform 1:30-2:30pm!***

2:30pm Lighthouse Writers and Denver Food Rescue Mural Unveiling!
3:00pm Lighthouse Writers open Mic

4:00-5:30pm The Pamlico Sound

Mariachi Alma Del Folklore
The Pamlico Sound
New Cottage Arts
Lighthouse Writers Workshop
Denver Food Rescue

Thank you as always to our sponsors: Denver Economic Development & Opportunity Newsed Community Development Corporation

08/10/2024

Save the date! Our very last Clayton Community Days event of the season is on September 7th from 12-6pm, don't miss it! 

We have an exciting lineup of performers to announce! For live music we'll have Mariachi Alma del Folklore, CO’s first all-female mariachi🎺✊️ We'll also be featuring Pamlico Sound, back for a crowd favorite repeat performance🎶

🎨There will be two brand new murals revealed for the neighborhood, a Lighthouse writers open mic, your favorite vendors, as well as art and writing activities for the whole family!✨️

Clayton Community days is a FREE, outdoor community celebration (.community.days). The events will be out at the York Street Yards complex (Behind 3840 York St, outside )

New Cottage Arts is proud to be partnering with and to bring you the final Clayton Community Days of the season.

Check out our website at www.claytoncommunitydays.com for more details and our schedule

06/13/2024

🌟 Thank you to everyone who came out and supported our Clayton Community Days event on June 1st! 🌟

It means so much to see our community come together to support local organizations, small businesses, and amazing local talent and artists. Your presence and enthusiasm made the day truly special.

We can’t wait to see you all again at our next event on July 6th! 🎉 Stay tuned for more details and get ready for another day of creativity, music, and community spirit.

Check out our website for all event details: www.claytoncommunitydays.com




is brought to you by Denver Economic Development and NEWSED Community Development. Thank you to all our partners and vendors!

06/07/2024

🎉 Thank you to everyone who came out to our June 1st Clayton Community Days event! We had an amazing time and can’t wait to see you at the next one on Saturday, July 6th!

We’re excited to announce our incredible lineup of musicians featuring Gio Bard Zero and Tenia Nelson Trio, along with an art workshop by the talented Kristina Davies. Save the date!

📅 Date: July 6th, 2024
⏰ Time: 12:00-6:00pm
📍 Location: Behind 3840 York Street, at York Street Yards

Join us for a day of music, art, delicious food, and amazing artisan vendors. See you there!

Photos📸 taken from:

Clayton Community Days is brought to you by in collaboration with , with financial support from Denver Economic Development and NEWSED Community Development.

05/31/2024

Can’t wait to see you TOMORROW!✨

🎉 Join us for Clayton Community Days, Saturday June 1st! 🎉 Kicking off Juneteenth and Pride month with a day of celebration, community, and fun!

Enjoy live music, including performances by Nico Martinez Trio, Vocal Coalition Youth Choirs, and Brothers of Brass. 🎶 Dive into our free, drop-in community art workshop with local artist Charlo, and join the Lighthouse Writers workshop led by Tawanna LaTrice Hill.

Plus, don’t miss out on community yoga, delicious food from local vendors! See you there!

Details: 🗓️ Saturday, June 1st 🕛 12:00-6:00pm 📍 Outside Cohesion Brewing, behind 3840 York Street Denver, CO 80205. Admission is free, and all ages are welcome! Check out our website www.claytoncommunitydays.com for all event details!

05/23/2024

Coming up FAST! 🎉 We’re getting excited for the next Clayton Community Days on Saturday, June 1st!

Join us from 12:00-6:00pm outside Cohesion Brewing, behind 3840 York Street Denver, CO 80205🙌✨

Enjoy live music by Nico Martinez Trio, Vocal Coalition Youth Choirs, and Brothers of Brass. Plus, a special return performance by VPAC Youth Dance groups!

Don’t miss the free, drop-in, community art workshop by local artist Charlo from 1:00-3:00pm and a Lighthouse Writers workshop by Tawanna LaTrice Hill from 2:00-4:00pm.

Denver Public Library makes a return appearance with their mobile library truck! 🧘‍♀️ Join us for community yoga and indulge in delicious food from your favorite small businesses. See you there! 🌟

Schedule:
12:00-12:30pm Urban Sanctuary Yoga Class (meet on the east lawn area!)
12:30-2:00pm Nico Martinez Trio
1:00-3:00pm Art workshop with Charlo
2:00-4:00pm Ligthouse Writers Workshop
2:30-3:00 Vocal Coalition Youth Choirs and VPAC Dance 4:00-5:30pm Brothers of Brass

All events, live music, and activities are free admission, drop-ins, and all-ages welcome, and family-friendly!

📸 photo credit: Nico Martinez Music .gw Brothers of Brass Lighthouse Writers Workshop

is brought to you by New Cottage Arts in partnership with Lighthouse Writers Workshop, Denver Food Rescue and supported by Denver Economic Development & Opportunity and Newsed Community Development Corporation 🙏

We love our community partners! The GrowHaus Denver Urban Gardens Denver Public Library Bookmobiles Volo Kids Foundation My Outdoor Colorado, The b(ART)er Collective, Denver Community Fridge UPrep Schools

And a sampling of our favorite local vendors❤️ Harvest Moon Botanics Duendes Tejidos Convivio Café CO Big Raven Bread Little Bodega Cohesion Brewing Company BRASSERIE BRIXTON Curious Gardener Botanical Soaps and more!

05/10/2024

Save the Date! Saturday, June 1st, 2024!

Join us for the next Clayton Community Days - just THREE weeks away! 🎉

Get ready for a fantastic lineup of musicians including Nico Martinez Music, Vocal Coalition Youth Choirs, and Brothers of Brass. Dive into interactive art and writing activities with local artist and muralist , and Tawanna LaTrice Hill from Lighthouse Writing Workshop. Plus, enjoy delicious food and shop from your favorite small business vendors!

Date: Saturday, June 1st
Time: 12:00-6:00pm
Location: Behind building 3840 York Street Denver, CO 80205
FREE admission, family-friendly, all are welcome!

Visit our website www.claytoncommunitydays.com for more details and updates on future events. See you there!

📸 Photos from .gw

Brought to you by New Cottage Arts Lighthouse Writers Workshop and Denver Food Rescue , supported by Denver Economic Development & Opportunity and Newsed Community Development Corporation🙏

05/08/2024

🌟 Thank you to everyone who joined us for the May 4th Clayton Community Days!

🎉 What an incredible event with a fantastic turnout and perfect weather!

Huge appreciation to all our artist partners, , , .madison , Matthew Cook, and VPAC Dance Youth! Special thanks to , and for partnering on the event, and Shanté from .love for the best community yoga class🙌

And a big shoutout to all our amazing vendors who made the day extra special, and Thad from Westwood Warehouse for making the music sound incredible!

📸Stay tuned for event photos we’re so excited to share by

We can’t wait to see you at our next event on Saturday, June 1st! Check out the line-up at www.claytoncommunitydays.com!

We’re still accepting community and small business vendors, so please email [email protected] for more info!

is a free-admission, outdoor, family-friendly, all-are-welcome event with live music, art, workshops, vendors and food happening every 1st Saturday between April and September 2024, and is supported by Denver Economic Development & Opportunity and Newsed Community Development Corporation.

05/03/2024

Join us TOMORROW for Clayton Community Days!

Saturday, May 4th
🕛 When: 12:00 - 6:00 PM
📍 Where: Behind building 3840 York Street, Denver CO 80205
🎶 Enjoy live music from The Pamlico Sound and Jacob Russo
🎨 Free (drop-ins welcome!) art and writing workshops
💃 VPAC Youth Dance performance
🧘‍♀️ Community yoga class led by Urban Sanctuary
🍔 Delicious food/beverages from local restaurants and vendors
🛍️ Shop small business artisans

Come celebrate May the 4th with us!

Here’s the schedule:
12:00-12:30pm: Urban Sanctuary Yoga Class
12:30-2:00pm: Funk it up with The Pamlico Sound
1:00-3:00pm: Quana Madison leads the May art workshop
2:00-4:00pm: Lighthouse Writers Workshop songwriting workshop
4:00-4:30pm: VPAC Youth Dance performance
5:00-6:00pm: Songwriter Jacob Russo
Don’t miss out on this fantastic community event! See you there! 🎉

is brought to you by New Cottage Arts , Lighthouse Writers Workshop, and Denver Food Rescue with support from Denver Economic Development & Opportunity and Newsed Community Development Corporation.

05/01/2024

🎉 Join us this Saturday, May 4th, from 12-6pm at Clayton Community Days behind building 3840 York Street Denver, CO 80205 for a FREE, family-friendly outdoor event!

Enjoy live music from local funk band The Pamlico Sound and songwriter Jacob Russo. Plus, all-ages, all-abilities community yoga, community art and writing workshops, and a VPAC youth dance performance! 🎶🎨

All workshops and performances are free, and drop-ins are welcome! Don’t miss out on a day packed with fun and activities for everyone.

Check out the schedule below:

12:00-12:30pm: Urban Sanctuary Community Yoga
12:30-2:00pm: 🎶 The Pamlico Sound
1:00-3:00pm: Live Painting workshop with Quana Madison
2:00-4:00pm: Songwriting workshop with Matthew Cook
4:00-4:30pm: VPAC youth dancers take the stage!
5:00-6:00pm: 🎶 Jacob Russo

Plus, indulge in our beer garden set up by Cohesion Brewing Company, wines and snacks from BRASSERIE BRIXTON, and a wide variety of local food vendors like Little Bodega, Daniela’s Arepas, Convivio Café CO, Snowie's snow cones, SweetBee Cookies, Big Raven Bread, and a host of small business artisans, and community organizations and resources! See you there! 🎶✨

Clayton Community Days is brought to you by New Cottage Arts in partnership with Lighthouse Writers Workshop and Denver Food Rescue, with financial support from Denver Economic Development & Opportunity and Newsed Community Development Corporation. Thank you to all partners!



Luna Rosa Designs Harvest Moon Botanics Duendes Tejidos Volo Kids Foundation The b(ART)er Collective Global Ex Education, LLC Denver Community Fridge University Prep Schools Denver Urban Gardens Curious Gardener Botanical Soaps Artists from Chac Gallery-Denver

04/22/2024

🎉 Less than 2 weeks away! 🎉 Join us for Clayton Community Days on Saturday, May 4th from 12-6pm!

📍Located behind building 3840 York Street Denver, CO 80205

🎶 Enjoy live music from The Pamlico Sound and Jacob Russo, get creative with drop-in art workshop by Quána Madison, and join the songwriting workshop with Matthew Cook from Lighthouse Writers Workshop! 🎨 Plus, don’t miss out on free community yoga with Urban Sanctuary! 🧘‍♀️

Here’s the schedule:

12:00pm Community Yoga with Urban Sanctuary
12:30pm Live Music: The Pamlico Sound
1:00pm Art Workshop with Quana Madison
2:00pm Songwriting Workshop with Lighthouse Writers Workshop
4:00pm JUST ADDED: VPAC Youth Dance groups take the stage!
4:30pm Live Music: Jacob Russo

There will be loads of fun and festivities, including delicious food and drinks from local food vendors, unique finds from community vendors, and awesome goodies from small business merchants! 🍔🛍️

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate our community and enjoy a day filled with music, art, and more! See you there! 👋

is brought to you by New Cottage Arts in partnership with Lighthouse Writers Workshop and Denver Food Rescue🙌 Special thanks to Denver Economic Development & Opportunity and Newsed Community Development Corporation for your support!

04/19/2024

⚡️May 4th Clayton Community Days is coming up fast!⚡️

We’re super excited to introduce the May 4th Community Art Workshop:
🎨 Live Painting with Quana Madison!
🌟 Expressive Art
🆓 Free workshop, no registration necessary, just drop by the South tent!

Experience expressive art with Quána, where you’ll explore painting, drawing, writing, and mindfulness activities. Uncover self-awareness, relaxation, personal expression, and connection in this interactive session.

Expressive arts prioritize the creative process, making it accessible to everyone, regardless of their artistic background. Join us for a laid-back, open-ended session where you can ask questions, share your creative endeavors, and embark on your own unique creative path.

Don’t miss out on this chance to immerse yourself in holistic wellness through the power of art!

About the artist:
Quána is a multi-disciplinary artist, healing arts workshop facilitator, and well-being advocate. Her own transformative journey has led her to promote inner peace, social emotional wellness, mindfulness, and personal creative expression. She collaborates with organizations including Envision: You and the National Pain Advocacy Center. Born in Kansas, raised in Missouri, a former New Yorker and Shanghai expatriate, Quána now residing in Denver.

Clayton Community Days is brought to you by New Cottage Arts in partnership with Lighthouse Writers Workshop and Denver Food Rescue🙌 Thank you to Denver Economic Development & Opportunity and Newsed Community Development Corporation for your support of these events!

04/15/2024

🎶 Get ready to be transported into a world of captivating melodies and raw emotion with Jacob Russo at Clayton Community Days on Saturday May 4th! 🎸

“Jacob Russo, a local singer/songwriter, takes the stage, and brings a unique blend of introspection and soul-stirring tunes. From quiet introspection to commanding attention with his dynamic stage presence, Jacob’s music invites listeners on a journey of self-reflection and understanding.

His latest album, “Taller Than Me,” released earlier this year, showcases Jacob’s growth through grief and offers a glimpse into the complexities of the human experience. Join us for an immersive performance as Jacob and his band bring these rich compositions to life”✨

Don’t miss Jacob Russo at the next Clayton Community Days Saturday, May 4th ! 🎤🙌

📸Photos taken from Jacob Russo

04/10/2024

🎶 Get ready to groove with The Pamlico Sound at Clayton Community Days on Saturday, May 4th! 🎶

Colorado’s longest-running champions of high-energy funk and soul music, The Pamlico Sound, are set to take the stage at 12:30pm.

🌟 Known for their original contemporary songs and performances, they draw inspiration from legends like Sly & The Family Stone and Parliament Funkadelic. 🎷🎸
With an 11-piece band featuring four dynamic lead vocalists and a killer horn section, TPS creates an unforgettable experience that’s part dance party, part theatrical spectacle. 🕺💃

Don’t miss out on this electrifying performance that celebrates the uplifting power of Pure Funk’n Soul! See you at Clayton Community Days on May 4th!

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04/09/2024

🎉 Save the Date! 🎉

Get ready for the next Clayton Community Day event on Saturday, May 4th! Mark your calendars for another day filled with music, art, and community fun. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store:

12:00-12:30pm: Community Yoga with Urban Sanctuary - come stretch with us in May! All-ages, all-skills, all-abilities, meet us in the green space in front of the stage. Bring your own mat!

🎶 Music Lineup:
12:30-2:00pm: Get ready to groove to the funky beats of The Pamlico Sound! Their high-energy performances will have you dancing all day long🙌

4:00-5:30: The soulful sounds of singer/songwriter Jacob Russo. His heartfelt lyrics and mesmerizing melodies are the perfect way to spend a Saturday afternoon.

🎨 Community Art Workshops:
1:00-3:00pm: Live Painting and community art with Quana Madison Fine Art & Consulting: Join us for an interactive art experience with Quána at the South tent!

📝 Community Writing Workshop:
2:00-4:00pm Lighthouse Writers Workshop Songwriting with Matthew Cook: Got an itch for to get a spring song in the books? Join us for this fun, all-ages workshop at the South tent!

Along with:

🌟 Community partner vendors: The b(ART)er Collective, artists from Chac Gallery-Denver, Denver Food Rescue, New Cottage Arts, Denver Community Fridge, PBS12, UPrep Schools, My Outdoor Colorado, Denver Public Library, Denver Urban Gardens, Volo Kids Foundation and more!

🍔 Amazing local foods & drinks: Cohesion Brewing Company, BRASSERIE BRIXTON, South American Business Incubator Tent, Little Bodega, Lottie's Meats & Provisions, Convivio Café CO, SweetBee Cookies, and more!

✨Small business shopping: Luna Rosa Designs, Harvest Moon Botanics, Duendes Tejidos, Curious Gardener Botanical Soaps, and more!

Stay tuned for more details and updates! We can’t wait to see you all on May 4th!

As always, thank you so much to Denver Economic Development & Opportunity and Newsed Community Development Corporation for your financial support of these events🙏✨

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04/08/2024

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 1st ever Clayton Community Days this past Saturday! 🌟

Despite the windy weather, we had an amazing inaugural turnout, and we couldn’t be more grateful for each and every one of you.

Shoutout to our partnering organizations New Cottage Arts, Lighthouse Writers Workshop, Denver Food Rescue

A special thank you goes out to all the vendors who braved the wind and cold to represent their small businesses and organizations for our first event. Your dedication is truly appreciated! Harvest Moon Botanics, Duendes Tejidos, Convivio Café CO, Luna Rosa Designs, Big Raven Bread, Cohesion Brewing Company, BRASSERIE BRIXTON, Nikki Pike, The b(ART)er Collective, PBS12 , Curious Gardener Botanical Soaps, Denver Urban Gardens, My Outdoor Colorado, Volo Kids Foundation, Denver Public Library, GRASP, SweetBee Cookies, Dr J at Global Ex Education

We also want to express our gratitude to the talented bands who entertained us throughout the day: Jon Romero and the Taco Cats, our DJ , our sound engineer (Westwood Warehouse), and artist who brightened up the day with a screen printing coaster workshop. Your performances and activities added so much energy and excitement to the event!

But most importantly, thank our incredible community and neighborhood for coming out and showing your support. This event was for you, and we’re thrilled to have had the opportunity to bring our community together.

As always, thank you Denver Economic Development & Opportunity and Newsed Community Development Corporation for your support of these events!

We welcome any and all feedback as we look forward to seeing you at our next event on Saturday, May 4th!🙌

Stay tuned for updates, and we can’t wait to see you again soon. 🎉

04/05/2024

Can’t wait to see you TOMORROW! Join us for the inaugural Clayton Community Days, Saturday April 6th, from 12:00-6:00pm! 🎉

A celebration of music, art, food, and fun for the whole family!

🎶 Music and 🎨Activity Lineup:

🧘🏽‍♂️12:00-12:30pm: Community Yoga with Urban Sanctuary, join us in the green space!

🎶12:30-2:00pm: Jon Romero and the Taco Cats

🎨1:00-3:00pm: Screen Printing Workshop with Leticia Dominguez - find us at the ‘CREATE’ Tent!

📝2:00-4:00pm: Writing Workshop with Lighthouse Writers Workshop featuring Azar Kohzadi (Spring Awakening in the Neighborhood)

🎶4:00-6:00pm: Mariachi Sol de mi Tierra

🍴Food/Drink Vendors:

• Big Raven Bread
• BRASSERIE BRIXTON
• Cohesion Brewing Company
• Convivio Café CO
• Little Bodega
• South American Vendor Tent!

✨Community Partners

• Lighthouse Writers Workshop
• Denver Public Library
• Denver Urban Gardens
• PBS12
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• The b(ART)er Collective

❤️Local Small Businesses:

• Curious Gardener Botanical Soaps
• Duendes Tejidos
• Harvest Moon Botanics
• Luna Rosa Designs

📍 Location: Turn East on 38th or 39th Ave off of York Street.

See you there! 🎉

Thank you Denver Economic Development & Opportunity & Newsed Community Development Corporation for your support of our events!

04/04/2024

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Can't wait to see everyone for this Saturday's music and activities :)

Thank you again to Denver Economic Development & Opportunity and Newsed Community Development Corporation for your financial support - special shoutout to Fred Glick for giving CCD a home!

This weekend kicks off the Clayton Community Days –A brand new celebration of art, music, food and community happening on first Saturdays in Denver’s Clayton Neighborhood! Behind the scenes, there is a collaborative effort spearheading this new monthly gathering. New Cottage Arts is teaming up w...

04/03/2024

3 days away! Meet us at Clayton Community Days for a double dose of creativity with Lighthouse Writers Workshop and Community Art Workshops!

📝 featuring Azar Kohzadi with Spring Awakening in the Neighborhood: “Dive into the dreamlike landscapes of spring with imaginative writing prompts that explore the rhythms of life and literature.” Plus, share your ideas for our upcoming community mural at the Lighthouse booth, and receive a free Lighthouse keychain! 🔑

🎨 Community Art Workshop by Leticia Dominguez: Celebrate the arrival of spring with a coaster screenprinting workshop. “Print a pre-designed illustration and personalize it to reflect your style. Discover the magic of traumatrope illusions by layering prints and merging images with string. All ages and skill levels are welcome to participate!” ✨

Can’t wait to see you there!

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With financial support from Denver Economic Development & Opportunity and Newsed Community Development Corporation 🙏🙏

03/29/2024

Thank you so much Denver Economic Development & Opportunity and Newsed Community Development Corporation for helping us bring these events to our neighborhood!! We’re so excited for our inaugural event on Saturday, April 6th, 12-6pm!

03/29/2024

🎶🎨 Hello from New Cottage Arts (NCA)! 🎨🎶

NCA is excited and proud to spearhead Clayton Community Days, where families, neighbors, and small businesses unite to celebrate our community!

At , we’re passionate about transforming lives through music and art education. Our mission is to provide accessible and enriching creative experiences that empower individuals of all ages and backgrounds to explore their artistic talents and express themselves authentically.

Through our youth programs, students grow musically, socially, emotionally, and intellectually. They develop a foundation of responsibility, self-esteem, resilience, and purpose that empowers them to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and creativity.

🌟 Impact:
- Empowering youth through mentorship and skill-building
- Enhancing community engagement & cultural enrichment
- Providing opportunities for personal growth & expression

See you at Clayton Community Days!✨

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-Spring and Summer Campers perform at
-Group music and art making experiences for all ages
-Bringing music and art programs into schools
-One-on-one and group classes to develop skills and confidence

03/28/2024

Introducing a few of the ✨food/beverage vendors✨ at the inaugural Clayton Community Days on Saturday, April 6th from 12-6pm!🙌

Here’s what’s on the menu:

🍻 Cohesion Brewing Company: “Having opened in 2021, Cohesion Brewing Company is a brewery dedicated to the exploration of the Czech Republic’s unique beer culture“

☕ Convivio Cafe: “the first women and immigrant-owned,
Guatemalan-inspired, bilingual café in Denver - in Guatemala, a Convivio is a get together where we all welcome.”

🥪 Little Bodega: Locally-owned sandwich shop meets convenience store delights with savory sandwiches to sweet treats.

🇻🇪 South American Vendor Tent: the flavors of South America with authentic arepas, empanadas, and other goodies from Venezuelan migrant micro-businesses.

🍞 Big Raven Bread: “Through bike delivery, sourcing ingredients locally when possible, and donating a portion of profits to local organizations and foundations, Abby hopes her baking makes the community better for everyone“

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See you there! 🍴✨