(left to right) Joe Henson, Lon Shea and John Breaux - Louisville and Mark Wischmeyer - Jamestown

This column of the Downtown Dialog is normally reserved for business, but biz is getting bumped down the column a bit today. Here’s why: I went to take a photo of the John Breaux memorial, which was going to be featured to the left in Tidbits. As I was admiring the sculpture, it crossed my mind that it would be nice to have a real person, or persons, in the photo. At that exact moment, I looked up and three gentlemen were getting out of their car and walking toward the memorial. Now I’ve seen both Joe and Lon a lot in my time here, but I’d never had the opportunity to chat with either of them. While Mark went back to the car to get a pencil, Joe and Lon and I got to share memories of John and introduce ourselves. Coincidence? Perhaps, but I don’t think so. I think it was a bit of Louisville Community magic - courtesy of the spirit of John Breaux.

ps Next time I see Joe or Lon or Mark, I’ll certainly say hello, or at least wave.

Sincerely, Mark Z, Editor, Downtown Dialogue

All You Need is Love - and a Happening Historic Downtown

Beads and Valentines

Visit JuJu Beads this month and learn how to make a Valentine Sundance-style bracelet. Also, JuJu Beads brought back home some incredible treasures from the Pasadena Bead/Design Show! It’s a new year full of new inspiration at JuJu Beads!
836 Main St 303-666-9500

Literary Romance at the
Louisville Library

It’s Love in the Afternoon this Saturday, February 6th, 1-4 p.m. Hear eight local romance authors read select passages from their books. Ask questions and get an autographed book! For Reservations call 303-335-4820

From Empire, with Love

Be our guest at Empire Restaurant all Valentine’s weekend, February 12 - 14, and enjoy great food specials, twilight dining, and amazing deals on wine. Romance with a side of fries - what more could you want. Make reservations now for you and that special someone.

Valentines Trunk Show at
Vie Vie Luxe

Vie Vie Luxe Boutique is showcasing a collection of jewelry that is perfect for Valentine’s Day. Join us Friday, February 12, from noon to 5:00 p.m. featuring Delphinium’s Designs by local artist Mysti.

Cafe de Paris is Feeling Jazzy

Cafe de Paris presents Jazz Night every Thursday and Saturday from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. We are now serving beer and wine! I mean really, jazz without libations? Get serious. ps. try one of the paninis, good stuff!

Open Your Heart at Yoga Elements

Historic Downtown’s awesome yoga studio has two special February events scheduled:

OPEN YOUR HEART CHAKRA with Kundalini Yoga & Meditation
Saturday, February 13, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.

STONE YOGA and Restorative Workshop
Saturday, Febrary 13, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. with snacks following

For more details, please visit their website or phone.
Yoga Elements, 908 Main Street, 720.988.0064

Kitchen Design Workshops

Tuesday nights in February 2, 9, 16, 23

Join Helly Duncan, Allied ASID, ASP of Design Matters Home and Barbara Barton, Certified Master Kitchen and Bath Designer (CMKBD) of Mountain High Appliance for kitchen tips from budgets to equipment, traffic flow to materials and ergonomics to clutter-busting tips. This is a MUST for anyone planning a kitchen remodel within the next year!

Each workshop costs $10/person.

Helly and Design Matters Home made the Boulder Daily Camera.