Castle Marne B&B co-owner Louie Feher-Peiker, just returned from delivering "Operation Muffin Drop" to survivors of the 2013 Colorado Flood. If you've been reading my recent blogs you know that every year we mail home baked muffins overseas to our fighting men and women in war zones.
After seeing the devastating damage on t.v. to thousands and thousands of homes, roads and entire towns, we decided to send our muffins up the road 60 miles north of Denver to the town of Greeley, in Weld County. Greeley was among the least damaged of the towns inundated in Colorado's most destructive natural disaster.
This morning, just days after the Big Thompson, Cache La Poudre and Platte rivers roared down the mountains through towns, cities, neighborhoods, homes and fields wiping entire communities off the map, out onto the high plains of Colorado, the flood waters are still up to the tops of their banks. Streets, yards, fields are still flooded. He said there is filthy water everywhere.
The closer he drove to the food bank of Weld County, the traffic slowed to a virtual crawl. He sat in a long line of cars waiting to be let into the parking lot of a large one-story cinderblock building. Lines of people were standing patiently, waiting to get in to pick up a box of food. He said the sight broke his heart. Walking amongst the hundreds of people standing in line, he looked at his arms full of muffins and felt totally ineffectual. He told me the sheer overwhelming need of these people dwarfed our humble offering.
The volunteers at the food bank greeted Louie with warm smiles and heartfelt gratitude. They told him they'd been waiting for him so they could pack the children's lunches with our muffins as the dessert.
Louie looked around the giant warehouse space filled with people collecting their meals for the next few days. He told me it was all he could do to not cry.
Now my husband is not one to easily become emotional, but the overwhelming need was almost too much to bear. So if you are reading this blog, please go to HelpColoradoNow.org now to make a small difference in these peoples's lives. The people of Colorado thank you.
Friday, September 20, 2013
Thursday, September 19, 2013
Vet's and Active Duty Soldiers win a FREE night at Castle Marne B&B
For the 4th year in a row Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast thanks our Vets and Active Military Personnel with a free night. Once again we host a drawing and award 19 lucky couples to a romantic night in TripAdvisor's #1 B&B in Denver! We have two nights reserved for our Vet's Day drawing. November 8th and again November 10th.
On behalf of the family and staff of Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast in Denver, thank you to all our active and retired military and your families for all you do. You've served us, now it's our turn to serve you!
Operation Muffin Drop goes to victims of Colorado's floods
Our muffins are on their way to comfort some of the youngest of the survivors of Colorado's 500-1000 year floods in Weld County. Children who have been displaced by the unprecedented amounts of flood waters, will receive these tasty treats. We trust that Americans fighting overseas will forgive us this year.
For those interested in helping Coloradans rebuild their lives, click on this link HelpColoradoNow.org
Please keep the thousands of displaced people living in emergency shelters along the front range of the eastern edge of the Colorado Rockies in your hearts and prayers. Thank you!
"Share a Bike,Explore Denver by B-cycle"
Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast thanks Denver B-cycle for opening 3 new B-stations within only 3 blocks around the bed and breakfast. Now our guests can easily rent a great bike for touring around the city.
Just last week, a guest in Denver for a convention downtown, asked for the closest station to the b & b. We sent him up to the 17th Ave. and Race St. Station where he paid for access to a bike for the length of his conference. What a great way to travel around Denver whether in town for business or pleasure.
Denver opened 52 B-stations with 500 B-cycles throughout Denver for the affordable price of $8.00 for one day! All rides under 30 minutes have no usage fee. B-cycles will be available 365 days a year. Click here to learn more about Denver B-cycle. Denver.Bcycle.com For all the great bicycle trails throughout the city, go to RideDenverBcycle.com.
Check out this great new transportation opportunity here in Denver.
Just last week, a guest in Denver for a convention downtown, asked for the closest station to the b & b. We sent him up to the 17th Ave. and Race St. Station where he paid for access to a bike for the length of his conference. What a great way to travel around Denver whether in town for business or pleasure.
Denver opened 52 B-stations with 500 B-cycles throughout Denver for the affordable price of $8.00 for one day! All rides under 30 minutes have no usage fee. B-cycles will be available 365 days a year. Click here to learn more about Denver B-cycle. Denver.Bcycle.com For all the great bicycle trails throughout the city, go to RideDenverBcycle.com.
Check out this great new transportation opportunity here in Denver.
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Colorado's Flood "It is a once in 500 years or 1,000 years situation."
Thank you for your well wishes and prayers. The state of Colorado is still reeling from the shock of this massive storm of almost biblical proportions. Thousands of homes destroyed, hundreds of thousands of people displaced. Despair and hope fill our minds and hearts. How will these people live? How will they move on with their lives? HelpColoradoNow.org
If so inspired, please click on this link and do whatever you can to help. It will be months and years before the scars heal and people and the landscape recover. Thank you for anything you can do.
Castle Marne B&B and the city of Denver seemed to have been spared the wrath of the storm. Our thoughts, prayers and financial donations go out to the affected survivors and their families of this 500 - 1000 year flood.
This attached article tells the story as of today. Please click to read more.
http://www.denverpost.com/breakingnews/ci_24095454/colorado-flood-rescuers-pushing-reach-172-people-unaccounted
The family and staff of Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast thank you.
If so inspired, please click on this link and do whatever you can to help. It will be months and years before the scars heal and people and the landscape recover. Thank you for anything you can do.
Castle Marne B&B and the city of Denver seemed to have been spared the wrath of the storm. Our thoughts, prayers and financial donations go out to the affected survivors and their families of this 500 - 1000 year flood.
This attached article tells the story as of today. Please click to read more.
http://www.denverpost.com/breakingnews/ci_24095454/colorado-flood-rescuers-pushing-reach-172-people-unaccounted
The family and staff of Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast thank you.
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Solheim Cup comes to Denver!
USA * EUROPE
COLORADO
GOLF CLUB
2013
AUGUST 13-18
PARKER, COLORADO
The Solheim Cup features the twelve best women golfers from the US competing against the twelve best from Europe, playing not for a purse, but for national pride. Europe took the trophy home in 2011, however the U.S. Team leads the overall competition 8-4 and is undefeated on home soil. Come experience the excitement as the U.S. Team tries to defend its unblemished record at home.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS;
Tuesday August 13 Team Practice Rounds
Solheim After Sundown
Wednesday August 14 Team Practice Rounds
Thursday August 15 Team Practice Rounds
Opening Ceremony
Friday August 16 AM Foursome Matches (4)
PM Fourball Matches (4)
Saturday 17 Singles Matches (12)
Closing Ceremony
TICKET OPTIONS
*Children under 17 years of age and under receive a complimentary grounds pass when accompanied by a ticketed adult.
GROUNDS PASS
Practice Day E-Ticket $37, Match Day E-Ticket $67, Match Day Commemorative Pass $70,
Weekly E-Ticket $127, Weekly Commemorative Pass $130
Admission to the tournament grounds, including access to public bleachers, restrooms, and concessions, as well as Opening Ceremony (Thursday) and Closing Ceremony (Sunday).
PING PAVILION
Weekly E-ticket $277, Weekly Commemorative Pass $280
Week-long individual admission to the tournament grounds and to the PING Pavilion (located adjacent to the 15th fairway), a climate controlled environment with a patio, seating areas, televisions, restrooms, and a pay-as-you-go menu.
SOLHEIM AFTER SUNDOWN
Individual: $125, Corporate Tale: $1000
This "can't miss" kick-off event ticket gives you access to the tournament grounds, preferred parking and PING Pavilion on Tuesday, August 13, and admission to Solheim After Sundown, which will be held in the PING Pavilion beginning at 5p.m. It also includes dinner, a silent auction and live entertainment.
PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The Solheim Cup offers unique opportunities to entertain clients at this once in a lifetime event, including private on course villas and chalets, all inclusive clubhouse tickets, ticket packages, expo, and other advertising options.
For more information please click on these links:
www.solheimcup.com
www.castlemarne.com
Monday, May 6, 2013
The difference one day can make!
Shirtsleeve weather at Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast April 30th
May Day, May 1st.
Thursday, April 18, 2013
Route 40 Music Fest April 2013
Denver's Castle Marne B&B welcomes:
Root 40 MusicFest Coming in April
UPPER COLFAX ROOT 40 MUSICFEST
APRIL 21-27, 2013
7 Days of Music and the Business of Making Music
WHAT: An Upper Colfax music festival featuring artists from around the country and locally. In partnership with KBCO and 9News, this 7-day music event is designed to entertain, educate, and cultivate Colorado's music and performance community.
WHERE: Along historic US Route 40, the 2013 Upper Colfax Root 40 MusicFest will be held in music venues, stages, bars, restaurants and shops along East Colfax Avenue. Upper Colfax is the epicenter of Denver’s live music scene with more than 40 bars, restaurants and concert venues offering regularly scheduled live music. Anchored by the historic Fillmore Auditorium and Ogden Theatre, you will find the best of national and local musical acts.
WHEN: April 21-27, 2013. This unique music event will kick off with a Sunday afternoon Music EXPO at the Fillmore Auditorium, followed by live performances throughout Upper Colfax venues each evening, withworkshops during the week, an outdoor stage, and a Saturday grand finale concert.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO ROOT40.COM or EMAIL STEPHANIE@COLFAXAVE.COM
Proceeds from the Root 40 MusicFest go toward supporting education about music and the business of music, and helping the homeless or under-employed. Beneficiaries are East High School, CU College of Arts & Media,Musicians In Action, and 9NEWS Cares Colorado Shares.
Monday, April 8, 2013
Tripadvisor's Castle Marne B&B #1 in Denver, Denver Botanic Gardens #3
TripAdvisor ranks Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast as #1 in the city and the Denver Botanic Gardens as the #3 tourist attraction in Denver. Jim Peiker, owner of Castle Marne welcome you to stay in Denver's #1 ranked Bed and Breakfast in Denver. www.castlemarne.com
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Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street presents a wide range of gardens and collections that illustrate an ever-widening diversity of plants from all corners of the world. Distinctive gardens define and celebrate our Western identity and a unique high altitude climate and geography.
Many of our innovative gardens are models of drought-tolerance and showcase native and adapted plants that thrive in Western gardens. Throughout Denver Botanic Gardens, the time honored traditions of European horticulture merge with a dynamic diversity of plants and design that represent the best in horticultural achievement.
- Enjoy our monthly walking tour of the Gardens
- Click here for a PDF map of our York Street gardens
- Photo policy
Parking is free in our parking complex located between Josephine and York Streets. Parking is also available in Cheesman Park where posted.
Parking Restrictions:
Vans – Due to height restrictions, vans should park on the top deck of parking complex.
RVs – Due to weight restrictions, RVs are not permitted on the top deck of parking complex.
Vans – Due to height restrictions, vans should park on the top deck of parking complex.
RVs – Due to weight restrictions, RVs are not permitted on the top deck of parking complex.
Offshoots at the Gardens indoor café is open year-round and is located in the main building, by the Water-Smart Garden. The Monet Deck Café is located adjacent to the Monet Pool and is open seasonally.
Most of our indoor and outdoor gardens and facilities, including restrooms and classrooms, are wheelchair accessible. There are some areas in the Gardens that are not wheelchair accessible without assistance. Please check with the staff in the Bonfils-Stanton Visitor Center if you need clarification on accessible routes.
- Handicapped parking is located in the Gardens’ parking structure.
- Wheelchairs are available for loan at no charge at the Information Desk in the Bonfils-Stanton Visitor Center. A driver's license or identification card is retained to ensure return.
Our York Street location features gardens representing all corners of the world from authentic Japanese Gardens to plants native to South Africa in our South African Plaza. As you stroll from garden to garden, you are able to experience plants from around the world – right here in Colorado.
Denver Botanic Gardens has opened the city's first publicly accessible green roof, located above our Offshoots at the Gardens cafe. The green roof is the first of its kind on a city-owned building in Denver, and is a highly visible demonstration of the many benefits of green roofs for communities and for building owners.
- Click here for directions to our York Street gardens
- Check out our interactive display--the huge OmniGlobe globe-based spherical simulation of the Earth from space
- Learn about our living plant collections
Denver Botanic Gardens is a non-smoking facility by city ordinance.
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily
Mordecai Children's Garden:
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily
York Street hours starting May 12
| Members: | Free |
| Adults: | $12.50 |
| Seniors (65 and over): | $9.50 |
| Students with a valid ID: | $9 |
| Children 3-15 | $9 |
| Children 2 and under | Free |
See Group Rates
We are located at:
Bus route info:
RTD details
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Blue Man Group Splashes into Denver!
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April 12-21, 2013
Buell Theatre Performance Time: Tues-Sun eve 7:30pm | Sat & Sun mat 2pm Run Time: 90 minutes no intermission Age Recommendation: All ages. |
Back by popular demand! Blue Man Group will thrill The Buell Theatre with its high-octane theatrical experience. Escape the ordinary and surround yourself in an explosion of comedy, music, and technology. If you’ve never seen Blue Man Group, it’s a must-see. If you’re already a fan, don’t miss it. | |
Castle Marne B&B welcomes Blue Man Group to Denver. Stay the night at Castle Marne, mention Blue Man Group and receive $10.00 off your room rate. www.castlemarne.com
Enjoy the show and a wonderful night in the Historic Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast, TripAdvisor's #1 rated B&B in Denver!
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