One: Go to the Denver Botanic Gardens and visit the “Big Bugs” exhibit until June 24. (call 720- 865- 350, or go to www.botanicgardens.org).

Two: Head over to Washington Park for a picnic, walk or jog.

Three: Take in a Colorado Rockies game at Coors Field, then stroll around LoDo.

Four: Window shop or grab a meal on 16th Street Mall or nearby Larimer Square.

Five: Drive over to Red Rocks Ampitheater to hike around or catch a concert (for upcoming events go to www.redrocksonline.com).

Six: Grab a scoop of ice cream at Denver’s famous Bonnie Brae Ice Cream Parlor

Seven: Dine outside at The Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant on Blake Street for good food, margaritas and people watching.

Eight: Attend a “First Friday,” on Santa Fe Drive to visit galleries, check out some cool art and eat and drink for free.

Nine: Sneak into your friend’s apartment pool to cool off.

Ten: Make your own fun. The best springtime events are the ones you create with your friends. So, drag the barbeque out to the front lawn and grill some hot dogs while enjoying the great weather.