Expanded summer hours at the Denver Botanic Gardens on York Street mean romantic evening strolls, family picnic dinners and flat out more hours in the day to enjoy this beautiful oasis in the city. Summer hours run May 10th - September 27th and are 9a- 9p, with the last admission at 8p. Keep in mind that the.... Read More

Lecture Description from the inquisitive folks at Active Minds: With President Obama's recent announcement signaling a historic shift in U.S. Policy toward Cuba, join Active Minds for a past, present and future look at our communist neighbor to the south. We will cover Castro's revolution, the Bay of Pigs, the Cuban Missile Crisis, Guantanamo Bay.... Read More

Join the Denver Public Library Fresh City Life office for their May documentary film series. All films are shown on the big screen in the B2 Conference Room at the Central Library and they're FREE! Film Description from the DPL website: Starring Robert B. Sherman and Richard M. Sherman. Directed by Gregory V. Sherman and Jeff Sherman. “The Boys.... Read More

What? There's even more kid-friendly programming to be had at the Denver Art Museum? Yes! Create Playdates take place on the second Wednesday of the month from 10a to 1p and offer even more art making fun for kids 3-5 and their grownups. Each month features a different theme, art project, stories and gallery games. These popular drop-in.... Read More

Go behind the scenes of the newest (opens 5/17) exhibit at the Denver Art Museum with a lecture by the artist, Virgil Ortiz. Ortiz is an internationally renowned ceramicist, fashion designer, and graphic artist from Cochiti Pueblo, New Mexico. Event Description: This is no ordinary exhibition or lecture! Do not expect to hear about mundane aspects.... Read More

Enjoy beer? Why not learn to make it at home! Brewing your own beer is easier than you think (we brew ourselves) and with a little knowhow and some quality ingredients, this can be a very fun and delicious hobby. Join Brew ‘n’ Q for a beginner brewing session hosted by the Denver Public Library..... Read More

A free film presentation ahead of the Five Points Jazz Festival on May 16th. About the film: Shot over the course of five years by first time filmmaker Al Hicks, “Keep On Keepin’ On” depicts a 23-year-old, blind piano prodigy, Justin Kauflin, and music legend and teacher Clark Terry. Recently passed, Terry spent his life working.... Read More

COmingle is a great way to check out the History Colorado Center after hours and it even costs less than normal adult admission to the museum! So enjoy all the exhibits, plus enjoy appetizers, play interactive games, admire downtown from the terrace and sip a beverage from the cash bar. Tickets are $10 online or at.... Read More

The Museum of Contemporary Art reopens after the departure of the highly acclaimed exhibit, Mark Mothersbaugh: Myopia, with 3 new exhibitions and a party! See the new shows first for only 10 CENTS admission. Members Only: 5p-7p; General Public: 7p-9p About the New Exhibitions: Thief Among Thieves is a group exhibition which surveys the multiple directions in.... Read More

We love Denver's public art! If you love it too, you might want to join Denver Arts & Venues for a day of conversation about public art in Denver and the Colorado region. Hear from artists, administrators, city officials, planners, fabricators, art historians and others about their work, how they do it and how you can.... Read More