Shake it off
Cool off this summer with sweet savings at Wendy’s. The fast-food chain is serving up a small Frosty for 50 cents — choose chocolate, vanilla or a combo of both flavors. It’s more than 55 percent off the regular price. With no limit, everyone can grab a spoon and dig into the deal. Adventurous types are known to dip their fries in the creamy concoction for a sweet and salty experience. wendys.com
Play ground
Get thee to the theatre and pay not a single pence as the Foothills Theatre Company brings Shakespeare’s “The Tempest,” a story of shipwreck and magic, to Clement Park’s Grant Amphitheater (7306 W. Bowles Ave.) in Littleton. The company is comprised of local actors, directors, designers and musicians. Free performances run Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. from July 21 to 29. Seating is on a grassy hillside, so bring blankets or lawn chairs. Glass containers are prohibited and dogs must be on leash. ifoothills.org/ftc
Frugal fashionistas
Now’s the time to supplement your family’s summer wardrobe on the cheap. Arc Thrift Stores are running a summer specials on T-shirts, tank tops, swimwear, shorts and more — just 99 cents each. The hot deal runs July 21 and 22 at all of Arc’s 24 Front Range locations. Bargain hunters know that searching the racks and racks of clothes, you’re bound to find fashions suited to your style and budget. On occasion, you can find items with the original tags, which means brand new. arcthrift.com
Musical chairs
If you can’t wait for the upcoming Colorado Symphony season, this special preview of select works from the 2017/18 line-up will be music to your ears. For die-hard fans, it’s an opportunity to join Brett Mitchell in his first concert as music director. The music takes center stage on July 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the Boettcher Concert Hall (1000 14th St., Denver.) Admission is free, but tickets are required. The free tickets are only available at the Boettcher Concert Hall box office. All seating is general admission, and a ticket does not guarantee a seat, so arrive early. The box office is open Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday (before the concert) from noon to 6 p.m. coloradosymphony.org
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