⛽ Where to get gas for under $2

🪧 Denver Prepares for Israel-Hamas Protests

The Colorado Convention Center is scheduled to host the Global Conference for Israel — an annual multi-day nonprofit event — starting Nov. 30 with Gov. Polis set to appear as a featured speaker. But with the Israel-Hamas war at hand, the Colorado Palestine Coalition has said it plans to protest the event. Event organizers are working with local law enforcement and security firms to ensure the safety of everyone in attendance and in the area. [Axios Denver]

🏠 City Presses Pause on Overland Micro-Community

The micro-community planned for 2301 S. Santa Fe Dr. in Overland has been put on pause as the site’s proposed operator negotiates terms with concerned community members. The delay on this site follows the cancellation of three other sites. [Denverite]

• Related: On the flip side, construction is about to begin on the site slated for 1375 Elati St., marking the city’s third micro-community groundbreaking. The space will be able to host 44 people, after which Johnston will still need to find shelter for another 682 unhoused folks before the end of the year in order to meet his House1000 goal. [Denverite]

🤝 A Fresh Start for Denver and DPS

Denver City Council voted this week to resurrect a joint city-school district advisory committee to foster stronger communication between the two entities. The group was originally established in the 1930s, but hasn’t convened since 2011. The new 10-person committee will hold its first meeting in the new year. [Denver Post 🔒]

⛽ Gas for Less Than $2?!

Gas prices are dropping across the country, but there is perhaps nowhere they’ve dropped faster than on a stretch of Arapahoe Road in Greenwood Village, where gas is going for under $2 a gallon. 9News reporter Steve Staeger helps us examine just how a price that low can be sustainable. [City Cast Denver 🎧]

⛸️ Rink at Belmar Holiday Kickoff | Friday | 5-9 p.m.

Opening night at the Belmar ice skating rink will be complete with carriage rides, figure skating, hot cocoa, a holiday bazaar, and the official tree-lighting. [Lakewood; Free]

🎁 Christkindlmarket Opening | Friday | 6 p.m.

Celebrate the grand opening of this local holiday market with a ceremonial keg tapping and a visit from Christkind herself. Pro-tip: Go early at 5:15 p.m. to see the lighting of the Mile High Tree! [Civic Center; Free]

🎄 Camp Christmas Opening Weekend | Friday-Sunday | 4-9 p.m.

Denver’s “quirkiest holiday tradition” returns to the Stanley Marketplace, promising an immersive Christmas dreamscape for the whole family. [Aurora; $12+]

✨ Blossoms of Light Opening Weekend | Friday-Sunday | 4:30-9 p.m.

Denver Botanic Gardens transforms into a “twinkling wonderland” for the holiday season, touting dazzling displays of lights and color. [Cheesman Park; Free-$25]

👠 Denver Fashion Week | Saturday + Sunday | Times Vary

Denver Fashion Week is wrapping up, but you still have time to nab tickets to the couture show on Saturday and the kids show on Sunday. [Clayton; $34+]

♻️ Sloan Lake Cleanup | Saturday | 9-11 a.m.

Gloves, bags, and goodies will be provided — you just need to bring comfy shoes, appropriate attire, and a fun attitude. [Sloan Lake; Free]

💚 Family Volunteer Day | Saturday | 10 a.m.-Noon

The entire family is invited to History Colorado for a day of community giving. Afterward, enjoy free access to the museum. [Cap Hill; Free]

🦃 Thanksliving Brunch and Snuggle | Saturday | 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Broken Shovels Farm Sanctuary will host its 9th annual Thanksliving fundraiser, complete with a vegan Thanksgiving-themed meal and farm animal snuggles. [Henderson; $20]

🐠 Low-Sensory Mornings | Sunday | 8:30-10 a.m.

Visit the Denver Aquarium in the early morning hours before the crowds come in for a low-key, sensory-friendly experience. [Jefferson Park; Free-$26.50]

😌 Trot + Recover | Sunday | 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Grab a coffee and enjoy a leisurely 5K walk or jog, then rest and recover with saunas, stretching, foam-rolling, yoga, and healthy brunch bites. [Platt Park; $45]

Last week’s answer: Javai Coffee Kiosk on 16th Street and Wazee

• This new un-manned coffee kiosk offers dozens of customizable coffee and tea options made with ingredients from local suppliers to satisfy your caffeine craving in just 60 seconds ☕

📣 Shoutouts for our correct guessers:

• Kerry W. was the first to write in with the correct answer!
• But Tom G., Robb R., Michaela F., Ben B., Carol M., and Alicia Y. weren’t far behind!

This Week’s Photo:

🕵️ City Cast producer Lizzie Goldsmith went somewhere ✨ extra glamorous ✨ this week. Do you know where she was when she snapped this pic? Be among the first to respond with the right answer and you’ll get a special shoutout in next Friday’s newsletter!

Gas Price Wars, DIA Train Fails, and the Population Growth Question

As gas prices plunge downward nationwide, local stations are duking it out to have the best rates in town. Also hitting an all-time low? Colorado’s population growth. Today on the City Cast Denver podcast, we unpack both trends, plus share this week’s Denver wins and fails.