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Democrats Phil Weiser, Michael Bennet bank millions ahead of Colorado’s gubernatorial race

Next year’s race to take over after Colorado Gov. Jared Polis faces term limits is shaping up to be a head-to-head contest between his fellow Democrats U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet and Attorney General Phil Weiser, who each raised more than four times as much campaign cash as the best fundraiser among a crowded field of Republican hopefuls in the most recent quarter.

Between them, Bennet and Weiser finished the three-month period that ended Sept. 30 with more than $4.6 million on hand, with Weiser holding the lead at just under $3 million in the bank.

Bennet led the pair in contributions for the quarter, with about $948,000 in receipts to Weiser’s roughly $847,000, though the three-term senator spent more than twice as much as his primary rival during the period. Bennet reported about $721,000 in expenditures, while Weiser shelled out about $341,000 over the stretch.

Weiser boasts the lead in total fundraising since announcing his run in early January, with more than $3.7 million in contributions — a record for funds raised by a Colorado gubernatorial candidate in the year before the election. Weiser’s campaign said he’s received donations from more than 10,000 contributors.

Bennet, who didn’t get in the race until mid-April, has reported raising nearly $2.7 million from more than 11,000 individual donors.

Republican state Sen. Barb Kirkmeyer, R-Brighton, a former congressional nominee who launched her campaign for governor three weeks before the end of the quarter, sailed past more than a dozen of her fellow Republican gubernatorial candidates. Kirkmeyer raised about $189,000 for the period, reported spending just under $9,000 and finished the quarter with almost $180,000 on hand.

None of the 18 other GOP candidates cracked six figures in fundraising for the quarter. Former U.S. Rep. Greg Lopez raised about $23,000 and finished with just over $7,500 in the bank. State Rep. Scott Bottoms, R-Colorado Springs, raised a little over $38,000 and reported less than $2,500 left to spend. State Sen. Mark Baisley, R-Woodland Park, brought in close to $13,000 and had a little over $3,500 on hand.

Candidates for state positions in the 2026 election were required to file campaign finance reports with the Colorado Secretary of State’s Office by midnight Oct. 15.

Weiser said in a statement that his campaign’s record-breaking fundraising demonstrates his pole position in the race.

“We’re building a campaign powered by Coloradans, fighting for Coloradans, and pushing forward a bold vision for Colorado’s future,” Weiser said. “Coloradans are ready for leadership that will fight for our democracy, protect our freedoms, take action to address our affordability challenges and show up for local communities. This strong showing of support from Colorado means everything, and it’s just the beginning.”

The Bennet camp, meanwhile, made similar claims in a statement issued by campaign manager Ben Waldon.

“We’re honored to have the support of hardworking Coloradans from every corner of the state,” Waldon said. “Michael has been fighting for Colorado his entire career — cutting child poverty in half, protecting our public lands, and standing up against Donald Trump’s destructive agenda. Coloradans know that Michael is the only candidate in this race who has a bold vision to make Colorado more affordable, protect our democracy, and build a brighter future for all of us.”

Colorado voters last faced an open race for governor in 2018, when Polis, a former five-term congressman from Boulder, won election to the first of his two terms. He was reelected four years later by a nearly 20-point margin over GOP nominee Heidi Ganahl, a former University of Colorado regent at-large and the last Republican to hold statewide office.

The last Republican elected governor of Colorado was Bill Owens, who won two terms in 1998 and 2002, respectively, and stands as the state’s only GOP governor in more than 50 years. Nonpartisan election forecasters rank the office as solid for the Democrats in 2026.

Broncos anticipate largest alumni reunion in franchise history for Super Bowl 50 anniversary

ENGLEWOOD — The largest gathering of Broncos team alumni in franchise history takes place this weekend.

The Broncos will celebrate the 10th anniversary of their Super Bowl 50 championship team — and enter wide receiver Demaryius Thomas into the Ring of Fame — during a halftime presentation Sunday against the Giants inside Empower Field at Mile High.

The team is expecting more than 160 former players in attendance, including about 45 from the Super Bowl 50 roster, for a memorable weekend in Denver.

“This is the largest alumni gathering in team history,” said Dominic Gaspari, the Broncos’ director of alumni engagement, in a phone interview the Denver Gazette. “A lot of guys coming back are first-time guys that we haven’t seen for a while. I think they’re buddies of DT and wanted to be here to honor him. We’re just super excited to have them back. It’s awesome to see that many guys want to come back for alumni weekend.”

Coach Sean Payton said the team plans to welcome the Thomas family to walkthrough practice on Saturday as part of the weekend alumni festivities.

“I’m anxious to meet his family and just see those former players,” Payton said after practice Friday at Broncos Park. “I think it’s good for our players to see them and be around them. … When you really go through that team, game-by-game, it’s fascinating the season they had.”

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Did the Broncos adjust their practice schedule this week after playing in London? Payton said: “No adjustment” and “the transition has been real good.” … The Broncos signed special teams ace J.T. Gray earlier this week from the Ravens practice squad. Special teams coordinator Darren Rizzi, who coached Gray previously in New Orleans, said: “J.T. Gray in the 30-plus years I’ve been coaching is the best coverage player that I’ve coached.” … Three Giants players have been ruled out with injuries Sunday against the Broncos: linebacker Swayze Bozeman (ankle), linebacker Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles (hamstring) and center John Michael Schmitz (concussion).

Two Colorado credit unions announce merger

Colorado’s Climb Credit Union and Community Choice Credit Union have announced plans to merge.

The merger is pending member approval, Arvada-based Climb Credit Union said in a news release late Friday afternoon.

The proposed merger will “bring together two longstanding Colorado credit unions that share a strong commitment to service, community, and helping members reach their financial goals,” the release said.

If approved, the merger will take effect early next year.

“Our teams have always prioritized people first. By joining forces with Community Choice, we can offer members more opportunities, deepen our community impact, and build a stronger foundation for the future,” Climb President/CEO Carrie Langgard said in the release.

Climb Credit Union has a corporate office in Arvada and five branch locations in Arvada, Aurora, Colorado Springs, Grand Junction and Lakewood. In August, the company opened its state-of-the-art facility in Colorado Springs at 3582 Blue Horizon View, Suite 100. Climb relocated after it permanently closed its branch in Old Colorado City.

Community Choice Credit Union has a main office in Commerce City and a branch in Wheat Ridge.

Both credit unions offer a range of personal and business banking services, including digital banking, loan services and more.

Under the proposed merger, the combined organization will operate as Climb Credit Union, led by Langgard, according to the release.

The merger will expand access to products, services and branch locations while maintaining personalized service for members, officials said.

“We’re excited to bring our members into the Climb family,” Community Choice Credit Union President/CEO Rainy Thoen said in the release. “Our shared values and member-first philosophy make this a natural partnership that will benefit our members and employees alike.”

Colorado’s three largest credit unions have announced mergers or expansions in Colorado Springs within the past year. Ent Credit Union announced in April that it was merging with Minnesota-based Wings Credit Union.

Bellco Credit Union announced last August it was adding at least two full-service branches in Colorado Springs by late 2025 or early 2026, and Canvas Credit Union is opening a new location in downtown Colorado Springs.

“At Climb Credit Union, we view competition as a sign of a healthy and growing market, one that ultimately benefits residents by providing more access to cooperative banking,” Langgard told The Gazette last month.

Climb Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial institution with $674 million in assets and serving 40,000 members. Community Choice Credit Union has $97 million in assets and serves 6,500 members.

Broncos have ‘high expectations’ on defense, including breaking NFL all-time sack mark

ENGLEWOOD – Are the Broncos thinking about breaking the NFL’s all-time sack record? 

Well, defensive lineman Eyioma Uwazurike sure is. 

“We’ve got high expectations and that expectation is the record,’’ Uwazurike said this week after a practice at Broncos Park. 

Entering Sunday’s game against the New York Giants at Empower Field at Mile High, the Broncos (4-2) have 30 sacks in six outings, putting them on pace for an astounding 85 in a 17-game season. That would shatter the record set by the Chicago Bears, who had 72 sacks in a 16-game season in 1984. 

“I think it’s just in everybody’s head,’’ Uwazurike said of the record. “The sky’s the limit. Why not get the most out of what we can get? Why not do it?” 

Uwazurike has two sacks and is one of an amazing 12 Broncos players to have a sack stat so far this season. Outside linebacker Nik Bonitto leads the way with an NFL-high eight, putting him on pace to shatter the team record for sacks in a season by Von Miller with 18.5 in 2012 and perhaps challenge the league record of 22.5. 

Bonitto has said it’s “very reasonable” he could break Miller’s mark. But what about the team NFL record held by the legendary Bears defense, which actually did it the season before Chicago went 15-1 in 1985 and cruised to a win in Super Bowl XX? 

“It’d definitely be an honor to do that, but we still have a long way to go,’’ Bonitto said. “But we’re definitely happy we’re at that pace.” 

The Broncos are averaging five sacks per game. The 1984 Bears, who featured Hall of Fame defensive linemen Richard Dent, Dan Hampton and Steve McMichael combining for 39 sacks, averaged 4.5 per outing. 

“Obviously, that’d be really cool to do,’’ Broncos defensive end Zach Allen said about breaking the record. “But there’s still a lot of ball left, still a lot of work to do. We’ve got to earn the right to rush the passer every game by stopping the run. We’re excited for the challenge, but we’re just taking it one day at a time.” 

Allen called it “pretty crazy” that a dozen Denver players already have sack stats through six games. Bonitto is followed on the team by 4.5 for outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper, 3.5 for inside linebacker Justin Strnad, three for defensive end John Franklin-Myers, 2.5 for Allen, two for Uwazurike and cornerback Ja’Quan McMillian, one for nose tackle D.J. Jones, safety Talanoa Hufanga, inside linebacker Alex Singleton and outside linebacker Jonah Elliss and half a sack by safety Brandon Jones. 

“It’s just a credit to everybody buying into the system, knowing what we got to do and just how unselfish a lot of us are,’’ Bonitto said. “We always try to make a race to the quarterback all the time. And we’re helping each other get sacks. One (linebacker) might be rushing high, and it might lead to a D-tackle getting a sack or vice versa.” 

The Broncos led the NFL last season with 63 sacks, an average of 3.7 per game. Cornerback Pat Surtain II said defensive coordinator Vance Joseph has been even “more creative” this season in “throwing different looks’’ at teams, which is why so many different players have sacks. 

Broncos coach Sean Payton said having so many players able to effectively rush the quarterback “challenges your protections” and then getting sacks becomes “kind of contagious.” 

The Broncos had nine sacks in last Sunday’s 13-11 win over the New York Jets in London. Eight different players got into the action. 

“We showed against the Jets that everybody can eat,’’ said Franklin-Myers, who had a sack in the game. 

Then again, the Broncos have been showing that all season. 

“I think it’s a testament to the depth of the team and how hard guys have been willing to play for one another,’’ Franklin-Myers said. “This is a special defense.” 

The Broncos will find out if it’s also a record-setting defense. 

Griffith Centers to offer substance abuse help to Adams County

A non-profit organization based in Denver is extending its behavioral health services to Adams County with a new substance use disorder center.

Griffith Centers — an organization that began in Colorado in 1927 — recently opened its new substance abuse disorder (SUD) headquarters at 10190 Bannock St. in Northglenn, according to a news release.

The new location will offer Individualized treatment plans, comprehensive assessments to identify co-occurring mental health disorders and other underlying issues, therapy and family counseling, the organization said.

The organization has been offering SUD treatment in Colorado Springs over the last year and branched its services out to the Denver metro in “response to the increasing demand for effective addiction treatment and support,” according to the release.

“Substance abuse is a pervasive issue affecting communities across the country, and Griffith Centers is dedicated to providing accessible and effective solutions to combat this epidemic,” Tania Sossi, CEO of Griffith Centers, said in the release. “Because of the successes we have seen with the program available in Colorado Springs, we felt it was time to offer the same services and experience to families in Adams County at our Northglenn office.”

Along with the new SUD services, Griffith Centers has offered other services to the areas for nearly 100 years like foster care, outpatient behavioral health services and student engagement programs.

The organization was started by a Denver-area teacher, Emily Griffith, in 1927 to provide children with an education and the opportunity to become self-supporting. Since, it has grown to provided various forms of support to children and adults.

Griffith Centers’ SUD Services are available to individuals of all ages, from adolescents to adults, and are designed to meet the diverse needs of the community. Whether someone is seeking support for themselves or a loved one, Griffith Centers is committed to providing compassionate care and guidance every step of the way, according to the release.

Griffith Centers provides substance use disorder services for individuals of all ages, from adolescents to adults. The organization aims to meet the community’s diverse needs with compassionate, personalized care for those seeking help for themselves or a loved one.

More information can be found at griffithcenters.org/sud.

Aurora City Council to vote on police using facial recognition technology

At Monday night’s Aurora City Council meeting, councilmembers will vote on a resolution that, if passed, will allow police to use facial recognition technology.

The resolution moved forward from a study session in early October, with Councilmember Alison Coombs opposing it and expressing concerns about the “broad” scope of investigative use.

Facial recognition technology would give police opportunities to enhance productivity, crime solvability, effectiveness and safety, according to council documents.

Aurora Police Cmdr. Chris Poppe said facial recognition technology would not allow police to detain somebody simply by a photo match but would allow investigators to use the technology as they would fingerprint technology or eyewitness testimony — to guide investigations.

In 2022, Senate Bill 22-113 laid out rules for law enforcement agencies that want to use facial recognition. Per the bill, APD has to have permission from the council to implement it.

The department is also required to hold at least three public meetings to hear community feedback and consider any issues raised at the meetings.

On APD’s website, there is a webpage about the department’s facial recognition use proposal, including a public feedback link.

Councilmembers will also decide Monday if Housing and Community Services can accept an award from the Department of Local Affairs for a down payment assistance program, according to council documents.

Aurora applied for Proposition 123 funding through DOLA to expand its down payment assistance program, which provides eligible first-time homebuyers with financial help that can go toward down payment and closing costs.

The award of more than $700,000 will help Aurora provide down payment assistance loans to 24 households, council documents say.

Also Monday, councilmembers will vote on the 2026 proposed budget of $1.3 billion and the next fiscal year’s pay table for employees.

At Monday’s study session, councilmembers will vote on an ordinance establishing a socioeconomic impact permit, designed to prevent overconcentration of certain retail sales and services that disproportionately target low-income communities.

Business types that would fall under the permit include pawnshops, vape and smoke shops, rent-to-own stores, marijuana retail stores and liquor stores.

Monday night’s study session is open to the public via livestream at 5:15 p.m. The public comment listening session will start at 6 p.m. and the regular meeting of the council will follow at 6:45 p.m.

Meetings are livestreamed at the Paul Tauer Aurora Council Chambers, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway, and on AuroraTV.org, YouTube.com/TheAuroraChannel and cable channels 8 and 880.

Jury rules former DPD officer on the hook for $20 million to victims injured in 2022 LoDo shooting

A former Denver police officer eluded jail time for his role in a 2022 Lower Downtown Denver shooting, but a jury ruled Friday that he is still responsible for the damages he brought upon the victims of his two gunshots.

After an eight-day civil trial and 12 hours of deliberation, a Denver District Court jury found former Denver Police Department officer Brandon Ramos responsible for the physical and emotional damages he caused to six victims after he shot into a late-night LoDo crowd in July 2022.

The verdict award totaled nearly $20 million paid out to the six victims: $401,000 in economic damages, $6.75 million in non-economic damages, and $5.1 million in permanent impairment damages. Additionally, jurors awarded five of the six victims $1.5 million each in punitive damages.

“The jury sent a clear message to all law enforcement that this type of behavior won’t be tolerated in our community,” said Siddhartha Rathod, partner at the firm representing the plaintiffs, Rathod Mohamedbhai. “Law enforcement is here to serve and protect, and when law enforcement shoots into a crowd it is unacceptable.”

Though Ramos declined comment, Denver defense attorney Leonard Martinez said the jury’s verdict sends a chilling message to all law enforcement officers in Colorado. Martinez is related to Ramos.

“This whole case has been a continuation of injustice,” Martinez said. “Although the judgment is against Brandon, this puts the entire state of Colorado’s police officers on alert. Who in their right mind would want to be a police officer in this state?”

In the trial’s closing arguments Thursday afternoon, plaintiffs’ attorney Omeed Azmoudeh asked for $13 million in compensation for the physical and emotional injuries they suffered in the 2022 shooting. He represents Bailey Alexander, Ayla Bersagel, Mark Bess, Angelica Rey, Willis Small and Yekalo Weldehiwet.

FILE PHOTO: Former Denver Police Department Ofc. Brandon Ramos.

The verdict came Friday afternoon in Denver District Judge Andrew McCallin’s courtroom.

The plaintiffs were among a crowd of people in LoDo around closing time in the early hours of July 17, 2022, and were injured after then-officer Ramos fired in the direction of then-21-year-old Jordan Waddy, a man who police were engaging after he started a fight outside Larimer Beer Hall and had a gun in his possession.

Azmoudeh argued during the closing statements that Ramos fired two bullets during the incident. One went through the back and arm of one plaintiff and into the arm of another. The second bullet hit a tree guard mid-flight before going through one plaintiff, hitting another’s leg and a third’s foot; shrapnel from its deflection burned the sixth plaintiff’s chest.

The jury ruled Friday that Bess, the sixth plaintiff burned in the chest by the shrapnel, would be awarded one dollar in physical impairment damages and would not receive any punitive damages.

The defense, led by attorney Peter Doherty, acknowledged that Ramos fired at least one bullet in the direction of Waddy, and, ultimately, the plaintiffs, but argued that the second bullet found at the scene was not fired by the former officer. He also noted that Ramos was doing his duty as a police officer and was trying to detain armed felon Waddy.

Doherty declined to comment on the verdict Friday afternoon.

“Denver has paid the attorney fees for Officer Ramos for the last three years. Denver should be saying ‘we are responsible for this jury’s verdict holding one of ours accountable,'” Rathod said. “Denver should pay this.”

The shooting was spurred by a fight involving Waddy outside the beer hall just a few minutes after 1:30 a.m. Police confronted the man after the fight. Body camera footage shows Waddy taking his hands out of his pockets and putting them in the air, walking back toward the crowded sidewalk.

But police said Waddy did not comply with commands to come toward them, and as the man reached into his waistband and pulled out a 10mm Rock Island M1911 A2, officers deemed that he posed a “significant threat,” according to the affidavit for his arrest.

Officers then claimed he pointed the gun at them — footage shows he was actually trying to throw it away — and fired several shots at the man, hitting him and six other bystanders.

Ramos was the only one of three officers who opened fire to face charges in connection with the shooting. Officers Kenneth Rowland and Meagan Lieberson also fired rounds during the incident.

Ramos was indicted by a Denver grand jury in January 2023 on 14 different counts, including reckless second-degree assault, third-degree knowing or reckless assault, third-degree assault with negligence using a deadly weapon and five counts of reckless endangerment.

A year later, he took a plea deal that dropped all 14 counts against him in exchange for a guilty plea to a third-degree assault charge. The deal also gave him probation without jail time on the condition that he could never be a peace officer in the state again.

During Thursday’s hearing, Doherty argued that Waddy should be liable for some of the damages paid out to the plaintiffs, as he was partly responsible for the shooting occurring to begin with. The jury did not agree with the argument, placing 100% of the responsibility on Ramos.

Denver Gazette reporter Sage Kelley, City Editor Dennis Huspeni and former Denver Gazette reporter Carol McKinley contributed to this report.

Denver City Council to consider more funding for homeless services

Denver is moving one step closer to its final 2026 spending plan on Monday, with Mayor Mike Johnston delivering his final proposed budget to the City Council.

After it is delivered, the budget will be open for inspection from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondays through Fridays, in the City Council Office, Room 451 of the City and County Building, 1437 Bannock St.

During its regular meeting on Oct. 27, a public hearing on the 2026 budget will be held beginning at 5:30 p.m. Residents may inspect the budget and register objections prior to or at the public hearing.

On Monday, the Denver City Council will again consider multiple resolutions tied to the city’s homeless shelter operations.

From the city’s Community Planning and Housing Committee is a pair of resolutions seeking to add a total of $4.1 million for homeless shelter services. The first would add $601,000 and 12 months to an existing agreement between the city and the Volunteers of America Colorado Branch to operate and provide services at Sinton’s Sanctuary, a low-barrier emergency shelter in Council District 3.

The second resolution amends a service agreement with Bayaud Works, LLC, adding nine months and $3.5 million to an existing contract to operate and provide homeless shelter services citywide.

Next are three resolutions totaling just over $40,000, extending contracts with three providers for rapid rehousing services for homeless individuals.

Then, a final resolution from the committee proposes adding just over $1 million to an existing agreement with The Denver Rescue Mission to continue funding for a specialized team of case managers to assist homeless persons with high acuity needs to exit to permanent housing.

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There are two proclamations set for the 3:30 p.m. session:

The first honors former Denver District Attorney Bert Keating and the second will recognize the importance of health coverage and promote enrollment through Connect for Health Colorado.

In the 5:30 p.m. session, there are two proclamations and one required public hearing.

The proclamations will recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Disability Employment Month.

The required public hearing will be on Council Bill 25-1272, changing the zoning classification for 1252 W. Byers Place in the Valverde neighborhood, near Federal Boulevard and 6th Avenue.

The Denver City Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday at 3:30 p.m., with the general public comment session scheduled to begin at 5 p.m.

Broncos clear spot for Dre Greenlaw by releasing Sam Ehlinger but will re-sign him to practice squad, rule out Jonah Elliss

ENGLEWOOD – The stage is set for the return of linebacker Dre Greenlaw.

The Broncos on Friday released third-string quarterback Sam Ehlinger to clear a roster spot for Greenlaw, who is in line to be activated Saturday off injured reserve. A source said Ehlinger will be re-signed to the practice squad.

Greenlaw, who has missed the first six games of the season due to a quad injury and has been on injured reserve the past four games, was listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the New York Giants at Empower Field at Mile High. The Broncos also listed outside linebacker Jonah Elliss as out for the game due to a shoulder injury.

The release of Ehlinger left 52 players on the 53-man roster, opening a spot for Greenlaw to be activated. Ehlinger is a vested veteran who doesn’t have to go through waivers. Once on the practice squad, he would have three elevations available in which he would make the same weekly salary as if he were on the 53-man roster.

Greenlaw was a full participant in practice Friday for the first time this regular season. He was a limited participant on Wednesday, when he was designated for return from injured reserve, and Thursday.

“Positive,’’ Broncos coach Sean Payton said after Friday’s practice at Broncos Park about how Greenlaw has been looking. “He was able to go, move around.”

Cornerback Pat Surtain II said the Broncos are “definitiely excited” for a return of Greenlaw.

“I know he’s eager to get out there,’’ Surtain said. “We’re all eager to see him play. But he can still take his time with it. No rush with it. So we’ll see when he gets back.”

Elliss will miss his second straight game. He did not practice all week.

With Elliss out, rookie outside linebacker Que Robinson will see action for the second straight week. Payton said he looked “good” in his NFL debut in last Sunday’s 13-11 win over the New York Jets in London.

The Broncos on Friday also had tryouts for offensive linemen Cam Fleming, who played with them from 2021-24, and Marques Cox, who was with them in training camp. A source said Fleming, 33, looked good in his workout but there are no immediate plans to sign him.

Denver area events for Oct. 17

If you have an event taking place in the Denver area, email information to  carlotta.olson@gazette.com  at least two weeks in advance. All events are listed in the calendar on space availability.

Friday

A Strange Happening Album Release Show — With Rowboat, Hologrpahic American, J. Graves, 7 p.m., Skylark Lounge, 140 S. Broadway, Denver, $18.08. Tickets: skylarklounge.com.

Hamdi — With Digital Mystikz (Mala + Coki), Ivy Lab, Bushbaby, 8 p.m., Mission Ballroom, 4242 Wynkoop St., Denver, $42.45-$50.44 and up. Tickets: axs.com.

Leonid & Friends — 8 p.m., Paramount Theatre, 1621 Glenarm Place, Denver, $48 and up. Tickets: ticketmaster.com.

David Howley of We Banjo 3 — 7 p.m., Swallow Hill Music, Tuft Theatre, 71 E. Yale Ave., Denver, $31.89-$37.04. Tickets: swallowhillmusic.org.

Arthur S and the Effects Album Release — With The Standalones, Motel Frunz, 8 p.m., The Black Buzzard at Oskar Blues, 1624 Market St., Denver, $19.50. Tickets: theblackbuzzard.com.

Lanco — 8 p.m., The Grizzly Rose, 5450 Lincoln St., Denver, $30.05. Tickets: grizzlyrose.com.

Hoodrat — With Run for Shelter & CodeFlawed, 9 p.m., Goosetown Tavern, 3242 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, $18.35-$23.25. Tickets: goosetowntavern.com.

Vini Vici — With Fabiana, 10 p.m., The Church Nightclub, 1160 Lincoln St., Denver, $29.95. Tickets: churchnightclubco.com.

Friday-Sunday

Boulder Roots Music Fest — 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Pearl Street, Boulder, go online for prices. Tickets: rootsmusicproject.org/rootsmusicfest.

KissFist Mural Fest — Family-friends event featuring muralists from the deaf community, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., RiNo ArtPark, 1900 35th St., Denver; kissfistmuralfest.com.

Mahler Symphony No. 9 with Andrew Litton — Presented by Colorado Symphony, 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, , Boettcher Concert Hall, 1000 14th St., Denver, $12.80 and up. Tickets: coloradosymphony.org.

Friday-Nov. 1

Victorian Horrors — Our actors will leave you with chills as you move from room to room hearing the scariest bedtime classics, Molly Brown House Museum, 1340 Pennsylvania St., Denver, $25-$30. Tickets: mollybrown.org.

CARLOTTA OLSON, The Denver Gazette