How to be an Active Ally with Helen Thorpe

Park Hill Library 4705 Montview Blvd., Denver, CO, United States

What does it mean to be an ally to the immigrant and refugee community? Bestselling author Helen Thorpe, whose book on the topic of refugee resettlement will be published this fall, describes her experiences getting to know various refugee families in Denver. Come be inspired to get to know your refugee and immigrant neighbors better..... Read More

Iraq in Fragments

Sie FilmCenter 2510 East Colfax, Denver, CO

The Seventh Art Stand is a nationwide screening series presented by 50+ theaters, museums, and community centers in 24 states, as an act of cinematic solidarity against Islamophobia. Iraq in Fragments - Filmmaker James Longley's documentary of occupied post-liberation Iraq presents three separate stories that together create a striking portrait of everyday life for average.... Read More

OPENING: ArtCorps Mentoring Exhibition

Redline 2350 Arapahoe St., Denver, CO, United States

ArtCorps Mentoring pairs middle school students together with local artists to work together one-on-one for an entire school year. Students design and create social justice art projects, which are then shown at RedLine. Join Redline for the opening of the ArtCorps Mentoring Exhibition to see socially engaged work by students and artist mentors! More info: http://www.redlineart.org/upcomingevents/2017/5/25/artcorps-mentoring-exhibition-opening

Active Minds: Phillipines

Sam Gary Library 2961 Roslyn St, Denver, CO, United States

The Philippines is fighting a brutal war on drugs that some have termed “out of control.” Recently elected President Rodrigo Duterte campaigned on a promise to fight drugs in the country and is leading a bloody crackdown that many say is encouraging vigilante execution of drug dealers and addicts. Join Active Minds as we review.... Read More

Event Series SCFD Free Day: Clyfford Still Museum

SCFD Free Day: Clyfford Still Museum

Clyfford Still Museum 1250 Bannock Street, Denver, CO, United States

In appreciation of the citizens who support the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), and in the spirit of community engagement, the Clyfford Still Museum offers free admission on select days throughout the year. The Museum is free every Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. and free all day on the last Friday of every.... Read More

Untitled Final Fridays: True Grit

Denver Art Museum 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, United States

Final Friday of the Month | January–October | 6–10 pm Produced with local creatives, Untitled Final Fridays is the museum's monthly late night program featuring workshops, performances, and tours with a twist. Experience the museum in an entirely different way—every time. Untitled is included in regular museum admission. Members receive free admission to every Untitled event and all the.... Read More

Fem & Co. Festival

Museum of Contemporary Art 1485 Delgany St, denver, CO, United States

Performances by:   Tacocat Wheelchair Sports Camp Great American House Fire Mirror Fears The Maybe So’s Music from Girls Rock Denver and Youth on Record   Plus   A burlesque cereal bar Nail Bar by Tootsies The Nail Shoppe Make your own buttons and zines Build a working synthesizer Learn to beatbox And exhibition tours.... Read More

Event Series Swingin’ Under the Stars Saturdays

Swingin’ Under the Stars Saturdays

Little Man Ice Cream 2620 16th Street,, Denver, CO, United States

Join Kenny Nelson’s Swingin’ Denver crew for swing dance lessons and live swing bands every Saturday night  Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend. Special Jazz Swing Dance nights on the last Saturday of each month, plus a few extras for holiday spirit! Swing dance lessons 7:30 Live Bands 8:00-10:00 More info: http://www.littlemanicecream.com/calendar/ Summer Lineup: May 27.... Read More

Shakesbeer Presents: A Midsummer Night’s Dram

Shakesbeer returns for the summer with a new script! To commemorate the longstanding tradition of drinking on, off, and all around the stage, The Wit's Shakesbeer & Ratio Beerworks present a frothy, hopped-up comedy with notes of romance and intrigue...at a taphouse! More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1919189511647620

City Park Master Plan Open House

City Park Denver, CO, United States

Learn about the master plan update, discuss what makes City Park “the people’s park” and share your ideas for this planning process! Why update the City Park Master Plan? The existing City Park Master Plan, Revitalizing the Legacy of City Park, was completed in 2001 and has provided guidance on park projects for more than.... Read More