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Outdoor Asian creates community in Colorado’s outdoors
By Kiana MarsanHistorically, people of color have been excluded from outdoor spaces. A 2020 report by the Hispanic Access Foundation and the Center for American Progress found that racial minorities…
Underserved youth will benefit from the Colorado Outdoor Equity Grant Program
By Kiana MarsanEnvironmental Learning for KidsLast month, the state legislature passed a bill (HB21-1318) to create the Colorado Outdoor Equity Grant Program. Modeled after similar government initiatives in New Mexico…
A land acknowledgment for Indigenous tribes
This month, Asian Avenue Magazine is celebrating Asian Americans in the outdoors. But to properly speak about our relationship to this land, we must first make space to acknowledge that…
A recap of an impactful Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Colorado proudly celebrated Asian American and Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month with programs, fundraisers, and proclamations. May 2021 was an impactful month, in which the local AANHPI…
Denver chefs raise $25,000 to support the AAPI Community
Launched by Penelope Wong of Yuan Wonton, Caroline Glover of Annette and Carolyn Nugent of Ulster Street Pastry, the Better Together - Colorado for AAPI fundraiser was established to support…
Long-lasting Love: Colorado Couples 50+ Years of Marriage
In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Asian Avenue magazine interviewed couples who have been together for more than 50 years. On top of marriage and children, these couples also faced adversities…
Best of 2020 (Part 2)
Best Asian-Style ChickenBonchon Chicken8340 E Northfield Blvd, Denver, CO | @bonchonstapletonA new category for 2020 - Bonchon Chicken in Stapleton is this year’s best Asian-Style Chicken. And what we are…
Best of 2020 (Part 1)
Best Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich)New Saigon Bakery and Deli640 S. Federal Blvd, Denver, CO | @newsaigonbakeryLocated in the heart of Denver’s Vietnamese community, New Saigon® Bakery and Deli was established…
Go Skiing in Colorado This Winter!
How to safely enjoy skiing and snowboarding this winter: See the latest updates on Colorado ski resorts’ opening dates, policies, and Lina ZhuSkiing in ColoradoAs head into the winter season,…
Breaking Down the Impacts of COVID-19 IN COLORADO
By Lina ZhuIt has been eight months since the COVID-19 lockdown in Colorado. As we have all learned to live in this new normal, lets take a look at the…