Active Minds, in collaboration with Denver Public Library presents free regular lectures on fascinating topics. In this very fitting Valentine's Day lecture, you'll dive into the history of chocolate and learn how cacao beans are processed into the delicious chocolate we all love. No reservations are required; just show up! More details.

Free Days at the Zoo are extra fun as there are even more volunteers available to answer all your questions about animals and even facilitate animal encounters. Bundle up and take advantage of a great offer!

The best lectures come with a beer tasting! From the Alliance Française website: Explore the history of Europe with a tasty presentation. Sample beer’s evolution from its invention, to the Gauls, the Middle Ages, the Industrial Revolution, and today. Tickets are $5 and registration is required.

Join the fun-loving and historically-savvy folks of the Molly Brown House for an evening for young professionals (ages 21-40) that combines cocktails, munchies, activities and a dive into Denver's rich history. The theme changes each month and tickets are $15 (this includes programming and 1 drink). Learn more and purchase tickets here. February Theme Description.... Read More

The McNichols Project is an all-new event series dreamed up by Denver Arts & Venues and creative collaborative partners around the city. During these lively evening events, the McNichols Building (that's the building that sits on the northwest corner of Civic Center Park) will be transformed using the power of music, art, photography, libations and "unexpected surprises".... Read More

Cool kids go to museums at night! Science Lounge is a series of evening events for ADULTS 21+ ONLY at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science that feature science activities based on a theme, heavy appetizers, a cash bar and limited access to the museum (generally only one exhibit is open during the event). Tickets are $10.... Read More

Teens are invited to come hang out, sip hot chocolate and tinker at the Museum of Contemporary Art with project inspiration provided by a local artist and MCA staff. Teens are always free at the MCA and there's no additional cost for the Teen Drop-In Nights. Sweet! More info. Series 3: January 9, 23 & February.... Read More

Black Sheep Fridays runs weekly January 23 to March 27 from 6–8PM at the Cafe located on the top floor of the Museum of Contemporary Art. Visitors can stop by anytime during the evening to experience the fun. Tickets are $5. More info. Description from the MCA: Table reading of Miami Vice by Joe Biden and Dick Cheney impersonators

The Chinese Year of the Sheep (also called the Year of the Goat) begins on February 19, 2015. Celebrate by hanging out with some real sheep at the Denver Zoo! The Zoo will host a special education cstation during the day and a keeper talk at 1pm. More info.

We love it when institutions collaborate to create something unique! The voices of the Central City Opera singers join with the Molly Brown House Museum to celebrate the music of the western frontier. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children. Showings at 1pm and 3pm. More info and tickets here. Event Description from.... Read More