Denver author Juan Thompson, who grew up in Woody Creek, Colorado with his father, Hunter S. Thompson, will read from, discuss, and sign his new memoir Stories I Tell Myself: Growing Up with Hunter S. Thompson ($26.95 Knopf) "A tender but tough tale of growing up as the son of the fearsome, charismatic and unrestrained writer, Hunter.... Read More

This will be the sixth consecutive year the Whiffenpoofs, the world’s oldest and best-known collegiate a cappella group, have performed at the Newman Center, and joining them this year will be fellow Yale a cappella group The Baker’s Dozen. Tickets: $15 - $33 More info and tickets: http://www.newmancenterpresents.com/whiff-bd/ ABOUT THE WHIFFENPOOFS: Founded in 1909, the “Whiffs” began as.... Read More

Come play in the Paint Studio at Denver Art Museum and catch an artist demo too! Free with museum admission. Children and youth 18 and under are free. All demos take place 12p - 3p. More info: http://denverartmuseum.org/calendar/paint-studio-weekend-artist-demonstrations Weekend Demonstration Schedule (subject to change): January 9–10: Melanie Yazzie – Acrylic Painting on Wood Panel January 16–17: April.... Read More

Free African food! Free poetry! Fascinating people and a look at two more of Denver's great neighborhoods, Montbello and Green Valley Ranch. Join Warm Cookies of the Revolution for the next installment of the Stompin' Ground Games, a year-long celebration of the rich history and diversity of Denver neighborhoods. Come hear stories from some local living.... Read More

This will be the sixth consecutive year the Whiffenpoofs, the world’s oldest and best-known collegiate a cappella group, have performed at the Newman Center, and joining them this year will be fellow Yale a cappella group The Baker’s Dozen. Tickets: $15 - $25 More info and tickets: http://www.newmancenterpresents.com/whiff-bd/ ABOUT THE WHIFFENPOOFS: Founded in 1909, the “Whiffs” began as a.... Read More

Experience the art of Clyfford Still in a new way. Music in the Galleries is a winter series of monthly live music performances in the galleries—not concerts per say, but rather a musical accompaniment to enhance visitors' experience of the galleries. Chairs will be scattered throughout the museum so visitors can sit, look, listen, enjoy. January's.... Read More

Did you miss your chance to see ShakesBeer's Twelfth Flight? Never fear, we are presenting an Encore performance on the 12th night of January just for you. To commemorate the longstanding tradition of drinking on, off, and all around the stage, The Wit Theatre Company & Thump Coffee present a frothy, hopped-up comedy with notes.... Read More

Raconteur Denver combines the joy of exploring new locations, meeting new people, and hearing stories from Denver's vast communities. They choose three phenomenal storytellers to get the night moving, but then invite audience members to share their stories on the selected topic (2 minute time limit). Raconteur Denver events take place every other month. Free event.... Read More

Before Star Wars was a cultural phenomenon, it was just a dream in the mind of George Lucas. Drawing from such diverse sources as samurai sagas, Westerns and sci-fi serials, the legendary auteur fashioned a modern-day myth that changed Hollywood forever. Co-presented by Denver Film Society and filmmaker Alexandre Philippe (The People vs. George Lucas, 33rd Denver.... Read More

With an emphasis on close observation and easy to grasp principles, this three-part (take one session or all 3), participatory workshop is designed to give all audiences the ability to appreciate even the most difficult works of contemporary art. Learn the basics of Art Fitness Training at the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver then flex.... Read More