Sunday School for Atheists: Safety
2017-12-17 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | McNichols Building in Civic Center Park, 144 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO, United States
What does it mean to have a safe home, neighborhood, or community? Is it the same as being comfortable or happy? Come decorate holiday cookies and you might even see Santa (if he makes it past the security guards).
[$5 suggested donation; no one turned away due to lack of funds]
More info: http://www.warmcookiesoftherevolution.org/event/sunday-school-for-atheists-safety/

TUBACHRISTMAS
2017-12-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Skyline Park, 1600 Arapahoe, Denver, CO, 80202, United States
The 44th Annual TUBACHRISTMAS Concert in Skyline Park will feature 300 tuba players from all over the region. Want to play with the group?
Register to participate in the rehearsal that morning before performing with the group at 1p!
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, Turnhalle Room-Tivoli Building
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as Registration
PARKING: Free parking is available in the Tivoli Garage. Enter Auraria Campus from Auraria Parkway going south on 9th Street. Turn left on Walnut to enter. Locate a Paystation and select “Validation”. For free parking you must enter the code 1068500. Walk south on 10th Street to the registration.
NOTE: Bring a music stand. Participant registration fee is $10.00-button available to the first 200.
CONDUCTOR: Bill Clark
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Jeanie Schroeder
COORDINATOR: Bill Clark 303-726-4101
[Free]
More info: http://www.tubachristmas.com/index.html

To All A Good Night!: White Christmas Showtune Sing-Along
2017-12-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Sie FilmCenter, 2510 East Colfax, Denver, CO, 80206
Part of To All A Good Night! our special Christmas programming all month long at the Sie FilmCenter!
Our Showtune Sing-Along is not just an opportunity to see a classic movie on the big screen in “Magnificent Technicolor and Glorious Cinemascope”, it’s a major audience participation event! This is a moment for our patrons to sing-along with other lovers of Hollywood musicals.
This is a chance to sing-a-long to some of the most successful movie musicals of all time. Spend a Sunday afternoon with the Denver Film Society, sipping on Bloody Marys and Mimosas and belting out your favorite songs throughout the feature presentation.
Costumed participation is encouraged but not required!
More info: https://secure.denverfilm.org/tickets/film.aspx?id=29117
[$7 – $11]

Artful Insight–Albert Bierstadt
2017-12-18 15:00 - 16:30 | American Museum of Western Art, 1727 Tremont Place, Denver, CO, 80202, United States
Albert Bierstadt, namesake of one of Colorado’s 14-ers is the subject of this Artful Insight. The Hudson River School artist traveled throughout Colorado and the West eventually becoming known for his sublime western landscapes, six of which are on display at the museum. Bierstadt had a deep connection to the western landscape which is evident in how he refers to the West, “man is so fortunate to dwell in this American Garden of Eden.”
Guests may arrive early to reserve their seats. The talk will begin at 3:00pm and last approximately 1 hour. Artful Insights are limited to a small number of visitors and advance reservations are highly recommended, as programs often sell out. Tickets are not refundable for sold-out events. No children under 8.
[$10]
More info: https://www.anschutzcollection.org/tickets/artful-insight-albert-bierstadt-2/

Tattered Cover's 19th Annual Holiday Reading with Jamie Horton
2017-12-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Tattered Cover Book Store, 2526 East Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO, 80202, United States
Jamie Horton, acclaimed actor, director, and writer, will once again join Tattered Cover for a very special holiday event. We’ll celebrate the spirit of the holidays with cider, hot chocolate and cookies as Jamie reads from several holiday classics. While this event is free, guests are encouraged to help us celebrate the spirit of giving this holiday season by bringing a new or gently used book as a donation to the annual Children’s Book Drive which benefits Reach Out and Read Colorado.
[Free]
More info: http://www.tatteredcover.com/new-event-calendar#event-id-137839

Snow
2017-12-19, 2017-12-20, 2017-12-21 | The Junction Box, 1075 Park Avenue West, Denver, CO, 80205, United States
Looking to switch up your holiday event lineup? Try this! We loved this special wintry show from Wonderbound!
An elusive spell. A formidable quest. Love eternal.
Last season, Garrett Ammon’s dark fable premiered to sold out crowds and standing ovations. Set to a haunting score by Jesse Manley and His Band, Snowweaves a spellbinding tale of a cunning magpie, a devious wolf and the enchantment of a juniper tree.
[$60]
Dates:

Tuesday, December 12; 6:15 p.m.
Tuesday, December 12; 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 13; 6:15 p.m.
Wednesday, December 13; 8:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 14; 6:15 p.m.
Thursday, December 14; 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 19; 6:15 p.m.
Tuesday, December 19; 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 20; 6:15 p.m.
Wednesday, December 20; 8:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 21; 6:15 p.m.
Thursday, December 21; 8:30 p.m.

Pajama Christmas Carols & Hora-Around-the Menorah
2017-12-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Little Man Ice Cream, 2620 16th Street,, Denver, CO, 80211, United States
Celebrate the eighth night of Channukah candles with a pajama clad community sing-a-long featuring local schools including the Centennial Singers, North High School orchestra musicians, Strive Excel’s choir and Skinner saxophonists. Cantor Martin Goldstein will lead the Channukah candle lighting and songs.
PLUS, join the Big Guy for Santa family photos and latkes for all, compliments of 5280 Church, Pearl Dentistry and Low Country Kitchen!
[Free]
More info: http://www.littlemanicecream.com/event/pajama-christmas-carols-hora-around-menorah/

buntporTED TALKS
2017-12-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Buntport Theater, 717 Lipan Street, Denver, CO, 80204, United States
“Ideas” worth sharing? Buntport takes on Ted Talks using crowd-sourced topics from social media. Sounds like a great way to spend a Tuesday evening to us!
[$7 – $8]
More info: https://buntport.com/show/buntported-talks-4-2017-08-15-2017-12-19/

Pet Blankets
2017-12-20 16:30 - 17:30 | Woodbury Library, 3265 Federal Blvd., Denver, CO, 80211, United States
Make pet blankets that will be donated to an animal shelter. All materials provided.
[Free]

Wild Irish Roots: A Seasonal Guidebook of Herbs, Ritual and Connection with Author​ Tonja Reichley
2017-12-20 18:30 - 19:30 | Park Hill Library, 4705 Montview Blvd., Denver, CO, 80207, United States
The time is now, to connect with our Irish roots and the ancient wisdom within us, to receive the guidance needed to traverse through these challenging and opportunistic times, to be guided by our teachers: the herbs, the Earth, the moon and the elements based on the ancient Irish calendar. Experience a Winter Solstice ritual and explore your wild roots. Books available for sale and signing.​
[Free]
More info: https://www.denverlibrary.org/event/wild-irish-roots-seasonal-guidebook-herbs-ritual-and-connection-author-tonja-reichley

Black Sheep Friday
2017-12-22 19:00 - 21:00, 2018-01-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Museum of Contemporary Art, 1485 Delgany St, denver, CO, 80202, United States
The final Black Sheep of the season on January 19, is going to be a full museum takeover!! Not only will the first 100 people through the door get a free Ratio Beerworks brewski (21+), but there will be a youth mariachi band, Casa Bonita musicians, and grilled snacks on hibachi grills throughout!
This season of Black Sheep Friday is going to be absolute bananas. That’s right. B.A.N.A.N.A.S. You’re going to learn everything you never knew you’ve always wanted to know. And do everything you never knew you’ve always wanted to do. It’s malarkey at its finest.
Visitors are encouraged to drop by at any time and participate. All events are first-come-first-served. Capacity can be limited.
Happy Hour 5-7PM | Event 7-9PM in the MCA Cafe.
The museum is open until 9PM on Fridays
[Free with $5.00 museum admission (Members free)]
More info: https://mcadenver.org/events/series/black-sheep-friday
The 2017 Lineup:

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13: BLACK SHEEP FRIDAY LUCKY 13

CHARM MAKING TO KEEP THE EVIL SPIRITS AWAY

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27: BLACK SHEEP FRIDAY EXTREME GLAMOUR SHOTS

GLAMOUR SHOTS WHILE DOING SHOTS

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10: BLACK SHEEP FRIDAY CUPPING EXPRESS

COFFEE TASTING AND CUPPING THERAPY

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24: BLACK SHEEP FRIDAY ¡PINCHE LOTERIA!

LEARN TO CURSE IN SPANISH, BINGO STYLE

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 08: BLACK SHEEP FRIDAY LET’S GET METAPHYSICAL

CREATE A SIGIL AND PRACTICE CHAOS MAGICK

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22: BLACK SHEEP FRIDAY
XXX-MAS CRAFT FAIR

FRIDAY, JANUARY 05: BLACK SHEEP FRIDAY TEEN EDITION

BY TEENS, FOR EVERYONE

FRIDAY, JANUARY 19: BLACK SHEEP FRIDAY HIBACHI MARIACHI

SABER ACOMODAR CLOSING PARTY

Celebrate Kwanzaa
2017-12-26 14:00 - 15:30, 2017-12-27 14:00 - 15:30, 2017-12-28 14:00 - 15:30, 2017-12-29 14:00 - 15:30, 2017-12-30 14:00 - 15:30
Kwanzaa is a holiday celebration that honors the African first fruits harvest tradition. Take part in a festive cross-cultural experience highlighting the principles of Kwanzaa accompanied by music and dance. Light refreshments served.
[Free]
More info: Kwanzaa at DPL
Celebrate Kwanzaa: Umoja (Unity)
Celebrate Kwanzaa: Kujichagulia (Self-Determination)
Celebrate Kwanzaa: Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility)
Celebrate Kwanzaa: Ujamaa (Collective Economics)
Celebrate Kwanzaa: Nia (Purpose)

Loco-Motion: The Science & Circus Arts Show
2017-12-27 15:00 - 16:00 | Park Hill Library, 4705 Montview Blvd., Denver, CO, 80207, United States
National Juggling Champion and movement artist Peter Davison presents juggling, unicycling, balancing, acrobatics and more, while teaching the science behind the artistry. Peter mixes awesome circus skills with dance and physical theater in a unique presentation that captivates all ages. Human and machine locomotion, Newton’s Laws of Motion, center of gravity, gyroscopic action, centrifugal and centripetal forces, friction and other physical phenomena are revealed.
[Free]
More info: https://www.denverlibrary.org/event/loco-motion-science-circus-arts-show

60 Minutes in Space
2017-12-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Denver Museum of Nature and Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO, 80205, United States
Go “behind the stories” in space science using the best images and animation available to help understand new developments. Seating is limited to first come, first served. Please use the evening entrance on the west side of the Museum.
[Free]
More info: http://www.dmns.org/learn/adults/after-hours/

SCFD Free Day: Clyfford Still Museum
2017-12-29 10:00 - 20:00 | Clyfford Still Museum, 1250 Bannock Street, Denver, CO, 80204, 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 month. (in 2017: January 27, February 24, March 31, April 28, May 26, June 30, July 28, August 25, September 29, October 27, November 24, December 29)

More info: https://clyffordstillmuseum.org

New Year's Eve Fireworks Downtown
2017-12-31 | 16th Street Mall
The sky will once again sparkle over downtown at the close of 2017 with the New Year’s Eve Fireworks Downtown. The two spectacular fireworks shows will occur at 9 p.m. and midnight. For the best viewpoints, stand along the 16th Street Mall. Costumed entertainers will interact with crowds between shows, including magicians, mascots, balloon artists, stilt walkers and comedians.
Please note, between 8 p.m. and 1 a.m., RTD Light Rail trains will not cross the 16th Street Mall, and mall ride shuttles will stop temporarily during the two fireworks shows.
[Free]
More info: https://www.denver.org/event/new-years-eve-fireworks/39149/

Noon Year's Eve
2017-12-31 09:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Museum of Denver, 2121 Children's Museum Drive, Denver, CO, 80211, United States
We’re bringing in the sights, sounds and excitement of Times Square to the Children’s Museum — all before bedtime!
Activities
-Countdowns and ball drops each hour, led by our Master of Ceremonies
-Bubble wrap fireworks and rainbow confetti
-New Year’s sparkler and noisemaker crafts
-Sparkly Science Experiments
-Face painting
-Special characters
-Festive treats in The Teaching Kitchen
-Instrument Petting Zoo with Swallow Hill Music
-Rocky Mountain Mini Train ($2 – cash only)
-So much more!
Event Day Pricing
Under 1: Free
Ages 1 & 60+: $13
Ages 2 – 59: $15
Members: 50% discount
SNAP recipients: 50% discount
Coupons and guests passes are not valid for Noon Year’s Eve admission.

All activities subject to change.
More info: https://www.mychildsmuseum.org/events/EventDetail/noon-year’s-eve-2017

The Second Annual Weird Touch New Year's Eve Party
2017-12-31 21:00 - 23:59 | Syntax: Physic Opera, 554 S. Broadway, Denver, CO, 80209, United States
Ring in the New Year with a dark indie nu disco dance party at Syntax!
[$5]
More info: http://physicopera.com/calendar.html

New Year’s Eve with Denver's Union Station
2017-12-31 21:00 - 2018-01-01 01:00 | Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO, 80202, United States
Ring in 2018 with three rollicking New Year’s Eve parties at Denver’s Union Station!
GREAT HALL SILENT DISCO & LIGHT SHOW
Don’t miss the ultimate NYE experience. Three DJs spinning jams in Denver’s historic Union Station leading up to an extravagantly epic light show on the Great Hall ceiling at midnight.
Pre-Event Tickets: $50 per person ($75 at-the-door if available)
VIP LOWER LEVEL LOUNGE
Ring in 2018 with style in our exclusive lounge. Includes an intimate evening of passed canapes, complimentary drinks and an electrifying vinyl DJ set.
Pre-Event Tickets: $150 per person ($175 at-the-door if available)
DINE WITH THE COOPER LOUNGE
Countdown the clock in Denver’s most romantic spot – the Cooper Lounge. Raise a glass at midnight with a complimentary glass of Veuve Cliquot and a selection of bites. Call for reservations: 720.460.3738
Event Cover Price: $75 per person
More info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-years-eve-with-denver-union-station-tickets-40043273509

National Western Stock Show
2018-01-06 - 2018-01-21
The stock show is back in town. Check out the lineup of rodeo events and learn about all the agricultural education opportunities at their website.
[$10 – $20]
More info: http://www.nationalwestern.com

SCFD Free Day: Denver Art Museum
2018-01-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Denver Art Museum, 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, 80204, United States
Thanks to the Scientific Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) and the citizens who support it, residents of the SCFD district can enjoy free admission at the Denver Art Museum every first Saturday of the month!
About the Denver Art Museum: http://denverartmuseum.org
About SCFD: Since 1989, Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) has distributed funds from a 1/10 of 1% sales and use tax to cultural facilities throughout the seven-county Denver, Colorado metropolitan area (Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, and Jefferson counties). The funds support cultural facilities whose primary purpose is to enlighten and entertain the public through the production, presentation, exhibition, advancement and preservation of art, music, theatre, dance, zoology, botany, natural history and cultural history.
More about SCFD: http://scfd.org
[Free]

Penny Saturday at MCA
2018-01-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Museum of Contemporary Art, 1485 Delgany St, denver, CO, 80202, United States
On the first Saturday of each month, Colorado residents can visit the Museum of Contemporary Art for only 1 cent! Go see some beautiful and thought-provoking contemporary art and then enjoy a beverage (coffee, sodas, beer, wine and cocktails) at the MCA’s spectacular rooftop cafe. The rooftop features indoor and outdoor spaces with lovely views of downtown.
FYI: The MCA is closed between exhibitions, so double check to be sure they’re open before you go!
[1 penny]
More info: http://mcadenver.org

FINAL WEEK: Her Paris
2018-01-08 - 2018-01-14 | Denver Art Museum, 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, 80204, United States
See remarkable works created by women in Paris from 1850 to 1900, a time of great social, cultural, and artistic change. Her Paris: Women Artists in the Age of Impressionism will feature more than 80 paintings by 37 women artists from across Europe and America, who had migrated to this epicenter of art to further their careers. They range from well-known artists such as Berthe Morisot, Mary Cassatt, and Rosa Bonheur, to painters who are lesser-known in the United States, including Anna Ancher and Paula Modersohn-Becker.
Even though Paris was known as a cosmopolitan city, Parisian society was still very restrictive for women. They were not allowed to attend to the École des Beaux-Arts (School of Fine Arts)—the country’s most important art academy—until 1897, and it was not socially acceptable to frequent public spaces, such as cafes, to work on their art and mingle with their peers without a male companion. The exhibition will trace how, despite societal challenges, women embraced their artistic aspirations and helped create an alternative system that included attending private academies, exhibiting independently, and forming their own organizations, such as the influential Union des Femmes Peintres et Sculpteurs.
[$5 – $22]
More info: http://denverartmuseum.org/exhibitions/her-paris-women-artists-age-impressionism
