Black and Read

7821 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada

303-467-3236 | blackandread.com

WHAT THEY DO:

Located in the Northridge Shopping Center, Black and Read sells a wide variety of music, books and games. When it comes to music, Black and Read has a little bit of everything, but especially metal, punk, soundtracks, rhythm and blues, soul and all forms of rock. Music is also provided on a little bit of everything, including vinyl, LPs, CDs and cassette tapes.

The store’s book selection includes thousands of heavily discounted used books and competitively priced rare books.

For gamers, the store has many board games, roleplaying games, and gaming accessories. Half of Black and Read’s 10,000-square-foot facility is dedicated to books, board games, roleplaying games, gaming supplies, videos, laserdiscs and toys.

Black and Read is open from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sundays.

 HISTORY:

Danny Graul started Black and Read in 1991 at 7821 Wadsworth Blvd. in Arvada, where the store is still located today. When he opened Black and Read, Graul’s employee base consisted of a few of his friends. Today, the store employs 12 people. Many of the employees there today were once Black and Read customers themselves.

He said:

“The employees are equally nerdy and geeky about everything here — books, records, games, etc. We take pride in that and try to be as helpful as we can with our customers, whether they’re just getting started in something or have been collecting for a long time. It’s fun for us because we’re so into this stuff.”

– Mikey Baca, music manager at Black and Read

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The mission of the youth conference for 10- to 19-year-olds is empowering young people in the state to impact government and become active community members. 

Featured speakers are Jessie Funk and Shane Feldman. There will be breakout sessions, chances to talk with elected officials from across the state.

The cost is $20. Call 303-655-2119 or visit www.brightonimagesummit.org.

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Kylee was born Sept. 15, at Platte Valley Medical Center, in Brighton, weighing 6 pounds, 13 ounces, and measuring 19 inches.

Grandparents are Aimee Schuman, of Brighton, Brenda Lea Clay, of Henderson, Darin James Klocker, of Denver, and Matthew Woelfel, of Cody, Wyo. 

Great-grandparents are Vickie and Samuel Schuman, and Sharon Ann Bretz, all of Westminster.

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Grandparents are Victoria and Chris Torres, of Fort Lupton; and Dianna and Raul Luevano, of Westminster. Great-grandfather is Steve Gonzales, of Fort Lupton.

Armani and Brooklyn join their siblings, Bernadette, 18; Ajonte Rowe, 16; and BriAnna, 15.

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Up to two truckloads per household will be allowed with utility bill or drivers license. 

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From 10 a.m. to 11:40 a.m. and 1 to 3:30 p.m. on June 5, a blood drive will be held at the Recreation Center Conference Rooms, 555 N. 11th Ave.

For more information or to schedule an appointment please contact Bonfils Appointment Center at 303-363-230

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In case of rain, the sale will be held on Sunday, May 18. Organizers are looking for household items in good working condition. Children’s clothing and toys are highly saleable. All donations are tax deductible and receipts are offered. Proceeds go toward the Fort Lupton Optimist Club senior scholarships. 

For more information or questions, please call Dennis at 303-857-2216 or Steve at 303-857-2258.

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