Easter Won’t Fall Until Day After Full Moon On April 17
by Glen Richardson
Easter Sunday is uncommonly late this year, falling on April 17 for the first time in 62 years. The holiday will keep us waiting in 2022, but not because of disruptive supply chains, instead blame the moon.
Christian tradition sets the holiday on the first Sunday after the first full moon occurring on or after the vernal equinox, the start of
April’s Full Moon: The first full moon of spring is Saturday, April 16. Known as the Paschal full moon, it is pushing Easter to the 17th for the first time in 62 years.
spring. This year, the first full moon of spring — the Paschal full moon, Christians call it — comes on Saturday, April 16, pushing Easter and Valley Sunrise Services to the 17th.
Just after the March 20 vernal equinox occurs, spring shifts into overdrive as flashy, flamboyant, and fe minine fashion flares into an Easter parade of runway shows. Floaty floral outfits and pretty dresses from quality labels that ooze romantic style, parade on the catwalk of Denver’s Ephemera Fashion West Runway Show at ReelWorks March 27, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. That’s followed by seven nights of Denver Fashion Week with 250 models, April 3-10. Forbes Magazine has proclaimed the Valley’s annual spring showcase, “One of the fastest growing American fashion platforms.”
Spring Fashion Parade
LoDo-based fashion designer Brooks Luby whose outfits are on parade in this year’s Ephemera show, tells the Chronicle, “Soft, free flowing garments in neutral and bright colors are in this year.” Making women feel special for spring and summer since 1974 — the designer-couturier with a studio at 1616 14th St. — Luby adds, “Natural fabrics that are easy to wear and breathe in the heat of summer make women feel confident while being comfortable and stylish.” Information: 303-573-3801.
Then April kicks off Denver Fashion Week with a series of runway shows bringing together designers, models, stylists, and show-goers. Unique to Denver and the Cherry Creek Valley, this year’s events are at the Forney Museum of Transportation on Brighton Blvd. and Void Studios on S. Bannock St. Produced by 303 Magazine — a Denver online lifestyle daily — the event opens by bringing back its kids’ fashion show on April 3 from 3-6 p.m. at Void
Easter Beauty: This linen sheath dress by LoDo-based fashion designer Brooks Luby is perfect for Easter. It is seasonless, has pockets, and can go day to date night.
Studios. Introducing the fashion world to kids ages 8-13, the event will showcase some of the Valley’s top kids’ boutiques.
Designs featured on the following days during the week-long fashion event include Streetwear, Wardrobe, Local Couture, National-International, and Sustainable. The week concludes by showing lifestyle clothing lines from outlets at Castle Rock April 10, 4-8 p.m. Two days later on April 12, the Spring Brass Ring Luncheon-Fashion Show is at the Hilton City Center beginning at 10 a.m. The Children’s Diabetes Foundation fundraising event features LA-based designer Lourdes Chavez who worked for famous fashion house Travilla before launching her own line in 2000. Information: 303-863-1200.
Easter Shopping
Cherry Creek North is known for its fashion boutiques and Adornments at 2826 E. 3rd Ave. is recognized for its unique and artistic fashions. Ladies credit longtime staffer and now owner Consuelo Diaz-Nasios as having a discerning eye for fashionable and flattering cloth
Shopping Season: Cherry Creek boutique Adornments on E. 3rd Ave. is known for its unique and artistic fashions. Spring womenswear by Igor Dobranic — designer behind the IGOR fashion brand — is among spring selections on display, at right.
es. Information: 303-321-7992.
Offering a distinctive assortment of top women’s designer and contemporary collections from all over the world, MAX Clothing at 250 Columbine is considered one of the district’s style leaders. Information: 303-321-4949.
One of the Valley’s most iconic men’s and women’s specialty stores is Lawrence Covell established in 1967. Located at 225 Steele St., many fashion brands make their Colorado and, in some cases, national debut here. Whether you’re looking for preppy, eclectic, Bohemian, sexy, conservative, classic, or hipster they offer something special and different. Information: 303-320-1023.
Red Rock’s 75th Easter
Following a virtual service last year, the 75th Easter Sunrise Service at Red Rocks Amphitheatre — the most renowned sunrise service in the nation — will rise again as an in-person gathering on April 17. Gates open for the non-denominational service at 4:30 a.m., music begins an hour later, followed by worship service at 6 a.m.
Rockin’ Red Rocks Easter: Following a virtual service last year, the 75th Easter Sunrise Service at Red Rocks Amphitheatre will rise again as an in-person gathering on April 17. Gates open at 4:30 a.m., worship service begins at 6 a.m.
As the sun begins to rise above the naturally occurring geological phenomenon — this year at 6:19 a.m. — a capacity crowd is expected. The Colorado Council of Churches will again produce magnificent music and a stunning sermon that changes the jaw-dropping sunrise into a performance not to be missed.
The Rev. Dr. John Yu, lead pastor of Aurora’s True Light Community Church, will deliver this year’s gospel message in the dramatic setting. He is the 2022 president of the Pastors’ Assn. of Korean
Churches in Denver and serves on the National Caucus of Korean Presbyterian Churches. Information: 303-825-4910.
The Valley’s other major Sunrise Service is the Western States Easter Observance at the Denver Scottish Rite Masonic Consistory, 1370 Grant St., 6-9 a.m. Seating 500, the Consistory is a unique worship experience. Moreover, attendees can enjoy a hot breakfast in the Consistory’s dining room following the worship service. Information: 303-861-4261.
Scrambling For Eggs
Glendale Sport Center’s Easter Egg-stravaganza is at Infinity Park’s turf field April 9, 10 a.m. Bring your camera and Easter Basket for the free event that has three prize eggs with special surprises. Event features three age groups — ages 0-3, ages 4-6, and 7-13, all startin
Catwalk Glam: Flashy, flamboyant and feminine fashion flares into an Easter parade of runway shows this month. Photo is from Glam Night during a prior Denver Fashion Week. The seven nights of glamour with 250 models is April 3-10.
g at the same time. Information: 303-639-4711.
Stapleton’s annual Egg Scramble is April 9 at Runway 35, 10-11:30 a.m. Children ages 0-5 start at 10:05 a.m. with one parent allowed per child. The next wave is at 10:20 a.m. for ages 6 and older (parents not allowed). Event has an Easter bunny, food trucks, a magician, a balloon artist, and a face painter.
Cook Park Recreation Center hosts a Bunny Eggstravaganza on April 16 at the park on Cherry Creek S. Dr. from 10:20-10:50 a.m. Take pictures, play games, and go on an Easter egg hunt. Information: 720-865-3400.
