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Welton Street Cafe

A feud is festering in Denver’s Five Points neighborhood

7 April 2022 by Welton Corridor

  “A rift is brewing between Black-owned businesses in Five Points and a private investment firm focused on reviving the rapidly gentrifying neighborhood. State of play: Matthew Burkett — who runs Denver-based investment firm FlyFisher Group — filed a lawsuit against the owner of Coffee at the Point for allegedly failing to transfer the assets … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: Agave Shore, Coffee at The Point, Colorado's Black Caucus, FlyFisher Group, James Coleman, lawsuit, Leslie Herod, Matthew Burkett, Ryan Cobbins, Welton Street Cafe

Welton Street Cafe serves last Martin Luther King Jr. Day brunch before big move

17 January 2022 by Welton Corridor

  “The feeling hits as soon as you walk inside the Welton Street Cafe. Some call it a ‘vibe;’ others might describe it as a sense of comfort or a feeling of home. Art from Black creatives lines the walls near snap shots of customers with music playing in the background. Co-owner Fathima Dickerson says … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: Fathima Dickerson, Welton Street Cafe

Welton Street Café, pillar of Five Points neighborhood, hopes to find money to keep business alive

10 January 2022 by Welton Corridor

  “Chereka Dickerson and her sisters poured over grant and loan applications trying to raise the money they need to save Welton Street Café, but the denials finally became too much. “We’re just trying to stay alive. We’re not trying to get rich here people, we’re just trying to survive,” Dickerson said. Her family’s business … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: Chereka Dickerson, fundraiser, Welton Street Cafe

Welton Street Cafe moving to new location after 22 years in current spot

13 November 2021 by Welton Corridor

  “Over the last year and a half, Fathima Dickerson and her family have thought a lot of about the future of their 22-year-old cafe named after the street it calls home at the heart of Five Points. Now they are taking a big step toward ensuring the future of Welton Street Cafe for decades … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: 2883 Welton Street, Desibl, dining, Fathima Dickerson, restaurant, Welton Street Cafe

Welton Street Cafe is moving… one block north

11 November 2021 by Welton Corridor

  “Welton Street Cafe, known by many as the heart (if not the stomach) of Five Points, is getting new digs. The move has been in the works for a little while. But Fathima Dickerson, whose parents opened the business in 1986, broke the news on Brother Jeff Fard’s daily Facebook show Wednesday. Dickerson told … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: 2883 Welton Street, Fathima Dickerson, Welton Street Cafe

What’s Next for Five Points’ Historic Welton Street Cafe?

17 August 2021 by Welton Corridor

  “On a late Tuesday afternoon this month, Welton Street Cafe in Five Points bustles with activity. Co-owner Fathima Dickerson answers calls for takeout orders while simultaneously greeting a steady stream of customers arriving to eat inside the dining room, which recently reopened in late July. In between the activity, she intently studies a book … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: 2752 Welton, 5280 Magazine, Fathima Dickerson, Welton Street Cafe

Denver7 Gives raises $41,561 to save Welton Street Café

30 July 2021 by Welton Corridor

  “After a year of major challenges that included a pandemic, a non-working HVAC system and plumbing issues, Welton Street Cafe in Denver’s Five Points neighborhood was in danger of closing its doors for good. But then Denver7 viewers stepped up to help. Back in May, Welton Street Café co-owner Fathima Dickerson said the restaurant … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: Denver7 Gives, donation, Fathima Dickerson, Welton Street Cafe

Five Points residents, business owners discuss gentrification, growth & 2021 Juneteenth celebration

17 June 2021 by Welton Corridor

  “If our biggest strength lies in our differences, Denver’s Five Points neighborhood might just be the standard bearer for strength. “It’s beautiful down here,” said Tauhikla Pugh. “It’s cultured.” “I see it as a place for everyone,” said Derek Williams. “It’s a great community. One of the best in the United States.” Take the … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: Five Point Jazz Festival, Welton Street Cafe

Five Points restaurants, bars plan to seek approval for common consumption zone

1 June 2021 by Welton Corridor

  “Businesses in Five Points are getting ready to apply for a common consumption zone. Applications for common consumption areas are being accepted starting June 1. This was made possible after the Department of Excise and Licensing requested a change in the common consumption ordinance. The change made it possible to accept applications 45 days … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: Department of Excise and Licensing, Mimosas, Spangalang Brewery, Welton Street Cafe

INSIGHTS | Denver’s lunch table for politics is getting skinny

15 May 2021 by Welton Corridor

  “Wellington Webb always sauntered into the Welton Street Cafe like he owned the joint. The Welton Street Cafe has been his office away from the office for as long as he can remember. “I’ve been going there for ever,” he told me on the phone this week, pivoting to his family. “Wilma goes there. … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: fundraiser, Wellington Webb, Welton Street Cafe
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Informational links, announcements, and media coverage for Denver, Colorado's Welton Corridor neighborhood meetings, development projects, transit issues, Business Improvement District, and community affairs.

Recent Posts

  • Five Points is getting a new pedestrian-friendly community space near the Five Points Plaza 28 April 2022
  • Redlined in Denver between 1938 and 2000? The city might help you put a down payment on a new home 22 April 2022
  • AICHO Developing 60-Unit Mixed Income Apartment Complex 22 April 2022
  • Melody Market opens in Denver’s Five Points neighborhood 21 April 2022
  • Dozens of new apartment units planned for Duluth’s Morgan Park 18 April 2022
  • AVAILABILITY OF REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS 9 April 2022
  • A feud is festering in Denver’s Five Points neighborhood 7 April 2022
  • After Larchmont, Missoula County land inventory advancing as directed 5 April 2022
  • Apartment developer pays $7M for site of third planned Denver project 15 February 2022

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May
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2022
5:30 pm Denver City Council Meeting @ Denver City and County Building
Denver City Council Meeting @ Denver City and County Building
May 30 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
  The Proposed Consent Agenda, Meeting Schedule and Agenda do not contain any items related to Welton Street Corridor.   The full Council meets most Mondays in regular session at 5:30 p.m. at the City ... [Read more...]
Jun
2
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2022
6:30 pm Curtis Park Neighbors Public Mee... @ Mile High United Way
Curtis Park Neighbors Public Mee... @ Mile High United Way
Jun 2 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
  The Curtis Park Neighbors meets at 6:30 pm the first Thursday of every month at Mile High United Way 711 Park Avenue, Denver, CO.   AGENDA   Curtis Park Neighbors website.   Meeting dates ... [Read more...]
Jun
6
Mon
2022
5:30 pm Denver City Council Meeting @ Denver City and County Building
Denver City Council Meeting @ Denver City and County Building
Jun 6 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
  The Proposed Consent Agenda, Meeting Schedule and Agenda do not contain any items related to Welton Street Corridor.   The full Council meets most Mondays in regular session at 5:30 p.m. at the City ... [Read more...]
Jun
13
Mon
2022
5:30 pm Denver City Council Meeting @ Denver City and County Building
Denver City Council Meeting @ Denver City and County Building
Jun 13 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
  The Proposed Consent Agenda, Meeting Schedule and Agenda do not contain any items related to Welton Street Corridor.   The full Council meets most Mondays in regular session at 5:30 p.m. at the City ... [Read more...]
Jun
20
Mon
2022
5:30 pm Denver City Council Meeting @ Denver City and County Building
Denver City Council Meeting @ Denver City and County Building
Jun 20 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
  The Proposed Consent Agenda, Meeting Schedule and Agenda do not contain any items related to Welton Street Corridor.   The full Council meets most Mondays in regular session at 5:30 p.m. at the City ... [Read more...]
Jun
27
Mon
2022
5:30 pm Denver City Council Meeting @ Denver City and County Building
Denver City Council Meeting @ Denver City and County Building
Jun 27 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
  The Proposed Consent Agenda, Meeting Schedule and Agenda do not contain any items related to Welton Street Corridor.   The full Council meets most Mondays in regular session at 5:30 p.m. at the City ... [Read more...]
Jul
4
Mon
2022
5:30 pm Denver City Council Meeting @ Denver City and County Building
Denver City Council Meeting @ Denver City and County Building
Jul 4 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
  The Proposed Consent Agenda, Meeting Schedule and Agenda do not contain any items related to Welton Street Corridor.   The full Council meets most Mondays in regular session at 5:30 p.m. at the City ... [Read more...]
Jul
7
Thu
2022
6:30 pm Curtis Park Neighbors Public Mee... @ Mile High United Way
Curtis Park Neighbors Public Mee... @ Mile High United Way
Jul 7 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
  The Curtis Park Neighbors meets at 6:30 pm the first Thursday of every month at Mile High United Way 711 Park Avenue, Denver, CO.   AGENDA   Curtis Park Neighbors website.   Meeting dates ... [Read more...]
Jul
11
Mon
2022
5:30 pm Denver City Council Meeting @ Denver City and County Building
Denver City Council Meeting @ Denver City and County Building
Jul 11 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
  The Proposed Consent Agenda, Meeting Schedule and Agenda do not contain any items related to Welton Street Corridor.   The full Council meets most Mondays in regular session at 5:30 p.m. at the City ... [Read more...]
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