As Coloradans, we should all know state symbols that describe our lovely home, like the white and lavender columbine or the blue spruce. But did you know that Colorado actually has more than thirty official state symbols? These include our brilliant state gemstone—the aquamarine—and the dazzling rhodochrosite, our state mineral. Why do states promote symbols?.... Read More

Buntport hosts screenPLAY, a Denver-based theater company that produces staged readings of your favorite films, offering a new spin of cult favorites using local actors in ways you may have never seen them before! ScreenPLAY is geared towards supporting, growing, and pushing the limits of our theater community, bringing us together and showcasing our many.... Read More

The History Colorado Center will stay open till 9 P.M. every third Tuesday of the month. See the exhibits and check out special out-of-the-box programs and activities. Free with admission to the museum. More info: http://www.historycolorado.org/event/third-tuesday-rendezvous-0

Sometimes it's about getting words down on paper -- and sometimes it's about creating beautiful passages reminiscent of peacock plumage. If you’re participating in NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) in November, then this free workshop from Denver Public Library is for you! This event is for writers at all levels. Get great tips and tricks for not only surviving.... Read More

The Denver Public Library pays tribute to all the beautiful monsters and their creators. These four films represent unique moments in the development of the early horror genre. Loaded with symbolism, style and gothic atmosphere – each of them contributed to the monster movie lexicon that Hollywood has drawn from ever since. All films are.... Read More

The GREAT DEBATE pits teams of non-experts head to head in lively debates of the inconsequential. Mundane topics are brought to life by ordinary, but opinionated folks. You're bound to be a flip-flopper after listening to compelling arguments on things that never mattered! This month: Mike Myers or Michael Myers. Either way, kinda sorta creepy in a kinda sorta.... Read More

This program is free and open to the public. About the Artist (from CVA): Julie Poitras Santos’ solo and collaborative work has been exhibited internationally at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Denver, Reykjanesbaer Art Museum in Iceland and at the Centre for Contemporary Culture in Barcelona, Spain, among others. She has attended residencies and.... Read More

This fall, the Gardens presents its newest event: Glow at the Gardens. The York Street location will light up the night with jack-o'-lanterns and luminaria-lined pathways winding through the grounds to reveal larger-than-life pumpkin displays. Stories by The Story Seeker, scavenger hunts and other fall-themed activities will be part of the fun. All activities included.... Read More

Cult Following is Off Center’s signature night of unrehearsed, unscripted theatre features the fast-talking and quick-thinking talents of some of Denver’s best improv performers: Jessica Austgen, Sarah Kirwin, Nanna Thompson, and Chris Woolf. Throw in low budget special effects, amateur stunts, audience participation, and you’re in for an unforgettable and un-replicable performance. Run Time: Bar opens.... Read More

Hosts Andrew Orvedahl and Robert Rutherford present actors, comedians, musicians, writers, and other creative types telling true stories from their lives, centered on a monthly theme. October's Theme: Creeps. Check out thenarratorspodcast.com for details, and how to sign up to tell. This event is FREE!! And there's cold beer!