🏓 Glendale pickleball outlaws

🏓 Glendale Pickleballers Could Be in Trouble

Glendale is preparing to enact an ordinance that would bar people from placing any “temporary or permanent marks or lines” on existing tennis courts,  addressing one of the ways many pickleball players make do with the lack of infrastructure in cities struggling to keep up with the popular sport’s demand. The new ordinance would also prohibit the use of chairs on courts and the shoveling of snow by players during the winter, which can damage the playing surface. Glendale City Council is expected to make a final decision on these new regulations next week. [Denver Post 🔒]

🚽 Denver Buys Port-a-Potties for Encampments

The city has purchased three portable restrooms from the company Honey Pot that it plans to install on sidewalks near encampments starting as early as next week, as part of the Johnston administration’s efforts to provide hygiene services to residents. The mobile facilities are typically rented, but the city opted to buy this lot at $2,900 each so they can be equipped with additional amenities like needle disposal and trash cans. [Denverite]

🚨 Evergreen Predator Believed to Be Caught

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office says it arrested a suspect they believe to be responsible for a string of sexual assaults on hiking trails in the Evergreen area. The capture happened after two women reported separate incidents of a man exposing himself. Officers searched the area and allegedly engaged in a short foot chase before apprehending the suspect. [Denver Post]

🎐 The Best Patios in Denver

Some people call August the “dog days of summer,” but I think “patio days” is a better descriptor. So, if you’re looking to spend more time dining al-fresco, here are the best outdoor dining and drinking destinations in town. [City Cast Denver 🎧]

🧌 Monster Battle | Thursday | 4 p.m.

Denver’s very first monster battle, hosted by Meow Wolf, takes over Cheesman with costumes, monsters, and one epic dance battle! [Cheesman Park; Free]

• Related: We picked this as one of our best bets for August. [City Cast Denver 🎧]

🏗️ Benzina Happy Hour | Thursday | 5:30 p.m.

Architectural design advocates Docomomo are hosting a presentation at the upscale Italian joint Benzina, the current occupant of an iconic Colfax Avenue building, as part of their Modernism series. [South Park Hill; $40]

🥘 American Bear Paired Dinner | Thursday | 6 p.m.

Two of Denver’s hottest restaurants, American Elm and Señor Bear, are teaming up for a five-course meal with special cocktail pairings. [Highlands; $125]

🍿 Culture Movie Night: ‘The Harder They Fall’ | Thursday | 7:30 p.m.

Bring your film-loving friends for a modern Western flick inspired by Black cowboys at the RedLine Contemporary Art Center. [Five Points; Suggested Donation $10]

Patio-Yeah! Denver’s Best Outdoor Hangs

That Mile High sun is a-blazing, and that can only mean one thing: It’s patio season here in Denver. So where are the best spots to soak in some rays and toss back a margarita? And what if all you’re really looking for is a great view and good vibes? Host Bree Davies and Hey Denver newsletter editor Peyton Garcia are on today to share their favorite patios — from the best rooftop party spots to those calm, garden-like hideaways.