Active Minds: The Story of Salt
2017-07-13 18:45 - 19:45 (America/Denver) | Sam Gary Library, 2961 Roslyn St, Denver, CO, 80238, United States
The word “salary” comes from “salt” and indicates the historic value placed on this important commodity. Used as a method of trade and currency, the role of salt in the history of civilization cannot be overstated. Join Active Minds as we tell the story of salt, from its key role in preserving food, to its influence in political conflict, to modern angles including gourmet salt and health concerns surrounding high blood pressure. It’s a salty tale indeed!
[Free]
More info: Active Minds: The Story of Salt

SCFD Free Day: Four Mile Historic Park
2017-07-14 12:00 - 16:00 | Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest Street, Denver, CO, 80246, 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 Four Mile Historic Park!
About Four Mile Historic Park: http://www.fourmilepark.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]

Bastille Day
2017-07-14 16:30 - 22:00 | Alliance Française, 571 Galapago St., Denver, CO, 80204, United States
To mark its 120th Anniversary in Denver, the Alliance Française invites you to celebrate Bastille Day on July 14 from 4.30 to 10.00pm. Enjoy an entertaining afternoon with several fun activities for the family while enjoying some delicious food, wine, beer and pastis!

The event will feature dance performances from Kevin Gael Thomas and his Thomas Dance Project, theatrical performances by the French theatre troup Alliance & Co and a lot more! Our legendary DJ Titi de Nice will DJ and MC the event while you enjoy all the activities, food and wine provided by our wonderful sponsors Trompeau Bakery, The Modern Edge Events & Catering, Fabrique Délices, La Baguette De Normandy, La Patisserie Francaise, Jerry Combs & Republic National, Kronenbourg 1664, Pernod Ricard, Evian, Badoit and more! The evening will finish with a French Traditional “Ball” of Bastille Day with DJ Titi de Nice.

Bring the whole family to indulge in activities for kids and adults including but not limited to, face painting, petanque games, craft activities, herb planting, aromatherapy workshops and baguette tastings.

[Free; tickets required for some food offerings and activities]

More info and tickets/passes: http://www.afdenver.org/event/bastille-day-2017/

Lawn Concert: Sean Rowe
2017-07-14 17:30 - 19:30 | Clyfford Still Museum, 1250 Bannock Street, Denver, CO, 80204, United States
Best lawn concerts in the city. Pack a picnic and join the Still Museum on the lawn to celebrate summer in the city on select Fridays. Delicious ice cream sandwiches from Peteybird, local microbrews from Baere Brewing Co., and gourmet sausages from Biker Jim’s will be available at each event if you don’t feel like packing your own dinner. Museum admission is free every Friday from 5p – 8p, so go check out the artwork between sets.
Lawn Concerts for 2017: Sean Rowe (7/14); Davina and the Vagabonds (8/4); Juno What?! (9/8)
[Free]
More info: https://clyffordstillmuseum.org/event/lawn-concert-sean-rowe/

B-Side Music Fridays
2017-07-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Museum of Contemporary Art, 1485 Delgany St, denver, CO, 80202, United States
One of our favorite summertime music series! B-Side Friday is MCA Denver’s summer rooftop music series, presenting the best up and coming colorado bands and side projects of well-known Denver bands and musicians.
The 2017 lineup: Levi Dal Nodar & Shady Elders (6/2); Me Me Monster & the Firstimers (6/9); Venbus Cruz & Big Wheel Feat. Greg Tanner (6/16); Wesley Watkins & Particle Parade (6/23); Anna Shoemaker & High Plains Honky (6/30); Pinkhawks (7/14); Yasi (7/21); Kitty Crimes & Jay Triiiple (7/28); Golden Hour & The Raven and the Writing Desk (8/4); Anthony Ruptak (8/11); The Get Together & Space in Time (8/18); Vules Jerne (8/25)
Happy hour starts at 5p and music starts at 7p.
[$5; Free for MCA members]
More info: http://mcadenver.org/eventscalendar

Flick Friday at Little Man
2017-07-14 20:30 - 22:30 | Little Man Ice Cream, 2620 16th Street,, Denver, CO, 80211, United States
Alamo Cinema Drafthouse and Little Man proudly present Flick Fridays. Gather at the giant milk can every Friday through the end of September for some free fun at dusk…. family-friendly flicks, sing-alongs and cinema classics…double features will play on the first & final Friday every month. Bring your blanket and enjoy some popcorn & cotton candy with the show! See the full schedule here.
Note: June through Labor Day flicks will begin at 8:45 p.m.; September 8-29 shows will begin at 7:30 p.m. Run times of shows are noted next to each feature.
[Free]
More info: http://www.littlemanicecream.com/calendar/
2017 Full Season Lineup:
June 2-Sunset: 8:24 Double Feature!
GREASE SING-ALONG -1:50
PITCH PERFECT-1:52
June 9 – Sunset: 8:28
SING-1:54
June 16-Sunset 8:31
SOUND OF MUSIC- SING ALONG -2:54
June 23-Sunset: 8:32
THE LEGO BATMAN MOVIE -2:09
June 30-Sunset: 8:32 Double Feature!
THE SANDLOT-1:41
FIELD OF DREAMS – 1:47
July 7 – Sunset: 8:30 Double Feature!
Monsters and Trekkies unite! Costumes are encouraged.
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES-1:52
STAR TREK 1 (2009) -2:05
July 14 – Sunset: 8:27
HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER’S STONE – 2:39
July 21-Sunset: 8:22
THE WIZARD OF OZ- SING ALONG – 1:52
July 28-Sunset: 8:15 Double Feature!
Chick Flick Friday!
WHEN HARRY MET SALLY-1:36
AN AFFAIR TO REMEMBER -1:59
August 4-Sunset: 8:08 SPECIAL!
YOU TUBE NIGHT- Hilarious, adult-only videos-9PM-Midnight
August 11-Sunset: 7:59
MAMMA MIA SING-ALONG -1:49
August 18 – Sunset: 7:50
GOONIE’S-1:54
August 25-Sunset: 7:39 Double Feature!
Girl Power!
THE POWER PUFF GIRLS MOVIE -1:20
CLUELESS-1:40
September 1-Sunset: 7:29 Double Feature!
BABE- 1:32
BACK TO THE FUTURE-1:54
NOTE: SUMMER HOURS CHANGE TO 11:00 AM-Midnight after Labor Day Weekend.
Movies will begin at 7:30 p.m. for the rest of September
September 8 – Sunset: 7:17
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF-SING ALONG -3:21
September 15 – Sunset: 7:06
THE KARATE KID -2:07
September 22 – Sunset: 6:54
COMING TO AMERICA-1:57
September 29- Sunset: 6:43 Double Feature!
THE BOOK OF LIFE- 1:35
MRS. DOUBTFIRE-2:05

Meet in the Street
2017-07-15 | 16th Street Mall
Meet in the Street, funded by the Downtown Denver Business Improvement District, returns for a fourth year to offer residents and guests new experiences by transforming the Mall with activities ranging from expanded outdoor cafes and live music to fitness classes, cultural performances and more. Meet in the Street will take place Saturdays from July 8 through August 26. The ‘My 16th Street Prototyping Festival’ will also begin on July 8 with seven community-designed installations designed to engage and create a unique sense of place along the 16th Street Mall.
[Free]
More info: http://www.downtowndenver.com/play/summer-activities-to-transform-downtown-denver

Denver Design Week
2017-07-15 - 2017-07-21
Good design has the power to change the world in real and meaningful ways. Economically, socially and culturally, good design is a driving force in our lives. Denver Design Week aims to be a platform to promote dialogue and discussion about design and how it relates to our city, state and world.
With a focus on elevating the creative industry, Design Week is a seven day celebration and showcase of the region’s best architecture, interiors, art, brands and technology. Come support our city and help move design forward. Dive In!
[$10 – $12]
More info and tickets: http://www.denverdesignweek.com

Lavender Festival
2017-07-15 09:00 - 17:00 | Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield, 8500 West Deer Creek Canyon Road, littleton, CO, 80128, United States
Lavender Festival celebrates the Lavender Garden at Chatfield Farms. The garden was planted in 2015 and has more than 800 blooming lavender plants, creating a gorgeous backdrop for this family-friendly event.

Lavender products made by local growers and artisans are available for purchase.
Buy tickets for hayrides, barrel train rides, face painting and more.
Enjoy a variety of food, dessert and drink vendors.
Educational programs on lavender and related topics are available for an additional charge. Seats are limited and advance registration is highly recommended.
Walk-ups for classes are welcome if the class is not sold out.
Tour Chatfield Farms–these tours are free, however capped at 25 participants per tour.

[Free]
More info: https://www.botanicgardens.org/lavender-festival

YOBOD: Yoga and Mindfulness
2017-07-15 10:00 - 11:30, 2017-07-16 10:00 - 11:30
Join Young Warriors for these special children’s yoga and mindfulness classes themed to “Upside Down Magic,” the 2017 book selection for Youth One Book, One Denver. Our Young Warriors classes are play-based, designed to meet kids where they are at, and instill the benefits of yoga in the youngest of yogis. In a Young Warriors practice, children will challenge their bodies and their minds as they build strength, focus, and friendships. Expect to move, breathe, sing, dance and laugh as we explore themes of friendship, individuality and what it means to tap into your own personal “magic.”
* While participation in Youth One Book, One Denver is strongly encouraged, children do not have to read Upside Down Magic prior to attending these classes. Books will be also be available at the studio.
Upside Down Magic Children’s Yoga & Mindfulness Classes
In Partnership with Youth One Book, One Denver
June 17, 10am – 11:30am
June 18, 10am – 11:15am
July 15, 10am – 11:30am
July 16, 10am – 11:15am
Ages 4-10
[$10/child]
More info and registration: http://artsandvenuesdenver.com/calendar/

Family History Resources at the Hart Library & Research Center
2017-07-15 10:15 - 11:15 | History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadway, Denver, 80203, United States
History Colorado’s research collections include a wealth of materials for visitors interested in their Colorado roots. Join a reference librarian to explore History Colorado’s family history resources in a program designed for genealogists of all experience levels.
[$4 – $5]
More info and registration: http://www.historycolorado.org/event/family-history-resources-hart-library-research-center-0

Play Space with Redline
2017-07-15 10:30 - 12:00, 2017-07-20 10:30 - 12:00
Join Redline for free creative play workshops with local artists every Thursday and Saturday from June through August! Thursdays are at Fuller Park from 10:30AM-12PM, and Saturdays will be at Garden Place Academy in Globeville from 10:30AM-12:30PM. Children of all ages and families are welcome to join!
[Free]
More info: http://www.redlineart.org

Monotypes on Black Printing Paper with Tony Ortega
2017-07-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Center for Visual Art, 965 Santa Fe, Denver, CO, 80204, United States
Register here

Learn first-hand how to create monotypes on black printing paper with exhibiting artist Tony Ortega. He will show you how the multi-step monotype process yields a final print that can look different than the original image on the plexiglass plate.
[Free]
More info: http://www.msudenver.edu/cva/events/

Awakening Creative Responses for Social Change
2017-07-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Park Hill Library, 4705 Montview Blvd., Denver, CO, 80207, United States
In this 3-hour workshop, facilitators will guide participants in creating works impassioned by the desire for social change. Participants will be presented with a variety of creative and artistic interventions in addressing social issues and led through a process of envisioning aesthetic responses to community problems. No artistic experience necessary. Creative folks from all disciplines encouraged to participate.
More info: Awakening Creative Responses for Social Change

Peer Revue: Stand Up for Science
2017-07-15 19:30 - 21:00 | Denver Museum of Nature and Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO, 80205, United States
Cheer on local scientists turned comedians as they attempt standup for the first time and wax hilarious about the unique nuances of their work. This one-of-a-kind comedy night for science fans will get you laughing with (and at!) some of the biggest brains in town. Learn more about Peer Revue at www.peer-revue.com. A cash bar will be available.
[$12 – $15]
More info: http://www.dmns.org/learn/adults/after-hours/peer-revue-stand-up-for-science/

Swingin' Under the Stars Saturdays
2017-07-15 19:30 - 22:00 | Little Man Ice Cream, 2620 16th Street,, Denver, CO, 80211, 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
[Free]
More info: http://www.littlemanicecream.com/calendar/
Summer Lineup:
May 27 – Summit Hot Seven (Special: Summer in Full Swing-Dress in your 40s best)
June 3– Sweet B
June 10 – Jeremy Mohney
June 17-Flatirons Jazz
June 24– DinosAurchestra (Special: Bourbon Street Bash-Put on a mask & some beads)
July 1 – Paris Swing Set
July 8 – Bringers of Swing
July 15 – Bob’s Big Band
July 22 – Odessa Rose
July 29 – Mikey and the Pikeys (Special: Gypsy Jazz in Gay Paris-Shimmy in flappers, fringe, and feathers)
August 5 – Dixie Leadfoot
August 12 – Hot Tomatoes
August 19 – William and the Romantics
August 26 – Queen City Jazz Band (Special: 1950s Sock Hop-Swing skirts and bobby soxers storm the Plaza)
September 2 -La Pompe Jazz

150 & Fabulous
2017-07-16 12:00 - 16:00 | Molly Brown House, 1340 Pennsylvania St, Denver, CO, 80203, United States
In 2017, Historic Denver is celebrating Margaret Brown’s 150th birthday milestone in the spirit of Margaret’s Carnival of Nations, an event held in 1906 that highlighted the diverse cultures settling the west. Denver’s own leading lady, the unsinkable Margaret “Molly” Brown, will be throwing a block party and inviting all of the amazing cultural organizations in our community to help celebrate her 150th birthday and highlight what makes our city so unique. Join the Molly Brown House Museum for a block party carnival of Titanic proportions!
[$5.00 – Children 6-12; $9.00 – Seniors, Military, College Students; $11.00 – Adults]
More info and tickets: https://historicdenver.z2systems.com/np/clients/historicdenver/eventRegistration.jsp?event=1089

Colorado Convention Center Public Art Tour
2017-07-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St, Denver, CO, 80202, United States
Why is that escalator laughing at me? And, what’s with the big blue bear peering through the window? Get the answers, plus see Denver’s 300 million-year history unfold in a short 100-foot walk on this fun and educational tour of public artwork in the Colorado Convention Center. Tours will be led by Arts & Venues Public Art Docent, Rosalie Martin. The tours will meet at the Colorado Convention Center next to “I See What You Mean,” aka “The Big Blue Bear” on 14th Street between Stout and California streets. (Limited to 15 people)
[Free]
More info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/colorado-convention-center-public-art-tour-tickets-34121117180

Make/Shift Monday: Kitbashing
2017-07-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Redline, 2350 Arapahoe St., Denver, CO, 80205, United States
Make/Shift Monday is a fun, off-script program at RedLine created for and by Denver’s unique creative community. SMALLTALK is a new, slightly irreverent program at the Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys created to get people together and making tiny things. And on Monday July 17th they will combine in unholy matrimony for one night of off-script tiny things creation.
Join Misha Fraser (current DMMDT employee, former RedLine employee and someone who also used to pierce ears at the mall) is going to school you in the fine art of KITBASHING – that is, the practice of using a craft or model kit to create something new, unintended and super fantastic.
So, come browse a wide selection of deadstock miniature kits, throw the directions away and prepare to get weird. BYOB (but we’ll have some B to share as well.)
[Free]
More info: http://www.redlineart.org/upcomingevents/2017/7/17/makeshift-monday-and-smalltalk-present-kitbashing

Monday Movie Madness
2017-07-17 18:30 - 21:00 | Infinity Park at Glendale, 4599 E Tennessee Ave, Glendale, CO, United States
For a decade, Infinity Park has been transformed into one of the largest movie theaters in Colorado. Taking advantage of the facility’s ample seating, stadium-quality jumbo screen and booming sound system, Infinity Park is able to host thousands of moviegoers.
Attending a movie under the stars couldn’t be simpler. Admittance has always been free — no tickets needed, no strings attached. Everyone is encouraged to pack a picnic to enjoy on the grass or try food made by one of the local vendors, bring blankets and chairs and make yourself comfortable as you enjoy these family favorites under the stars.
Gates open at 6:30p; movie starts at 7:30p
[Free]
More info: http://moviesatinfinitypark.com
2017 Lineup:
Lego Batman – June 26
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off – July 10
Finding Dory – July 17
Top Gun – July 24
Sing – August 7

Moonlight Monday at Little Man
2017-07-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Little Man Ice Cream, 2620 16th Street,, Denver, CO, 80211, United States
Experience the quirky crooner-sounds of yesteryear every Monday this summer at Little Man Ice Cream. The Last Mondays of each month hold surprises in store with classic, vintage movies featuring dance & classic, crooner magic…think Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers…
[Free]
More info: http://www.littlemanicecream.com/calendar/

Beats on the Creek
2017-07-18 18:30 - 21:30 | Coohills, 1400 Wewatta St., Denver, CO, 80202, United States
Beats on the Creek returns with a series of live music concerts on the bridge in front of Coohills restaurant. Bridge admission is free and the concert area opens at 6p. Music starts around 6:30 pm.
[Free]
More info: http://www.coohills.com/beats-on-the-creek-1/
2017 Lineup:
June 20 – Hazel Miller
July 11 – Last Men On Earth
July 18 – The Moderators
July 25 – The Coteries
August 1 – Under A Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)
August 8 – Loving The Alien (Bowie Tribute)
August 15 – Mr. Majestyks 8 Track Revival

CinemaQ Film Festival
2017-07-19 - 2017-07-23 | Sie FilmCenter, 2510 East Colfax, Denver, CO, 80206
CinemaQ is the leading Colorado brand in LGBTQ film and cultivates the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community through the exhibition of the best in recent and important LGBTQ films. The annual slate of films aims to share stories, pay tribute to important and iconic figures, and both challenge and inspire.
More info and film lineup: http://www.denverfilm.org/programs/mini-fests/cinema-q/

Mixed Taste Garden Party
2017-07-19 16:30 - 18:30 | Denver Performing Arts Complex, 1345 Champa St, CO, 80204, United States
It’s a Garden Party! Enjoy free live music, food and drinks, a beautiful social setting and outdoor games every Wednesday through 8/23. For even more fun, grab a ticket to the evening’s Mixed Taste lecture.
[Free]
More info: http://www.artscomplex.com/EventDisplay/tabid/123/Default.aspx?id=537838&bct=2&bcd=7/12/2017&bcv=0
Start your evening off with the Garden Party and stay for the Mixed Taste lectures.
Even mismatched subjects will find common ground in a lecture series that can go pretty much anywhere. Two speakers get twenty minutes each to enlighten you on unrelated topics, but can’t make any connections to each other. Ideas start to blend afterwards when audience members ask questions to both speakers and anything goes.
2017 Lineup:

Jul 5 | Wild West Mail Delivery & Post-Conceptual Art
Jul 12 | Esperanto & Trial by Jury
Jul 19 | Telekinesis & Sauerkraut
Jul 26 | Giant Flutes & Celestial Navigation
Aug 2 | Asparagus & Money Laundering
Aug 9 | Prohibition & Bob Ross
Aug 16 | P.T. Barnum & Infinity
Aug 23 | Air Traffic Control & Drag Queen Activism

Mixed Taste
2017-07-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Denver Center, 1400 Curtis Street, Denver, CO, 80204, United States
Even mismatched subjects will find common ground in a lecture series that can go pretty much anywhere. Two speakers get twenty minutes each to enlighten you on unrelated topics, but can’t make any connections to each other. Ideas start to blend afterwards when audience members ask questions to both speakers and anything goes.
[$20/lecture; discounts available for MCA members]
2017 TOPICS:
Wild West Mail Delivery & Post-Conceptual Art
Featuring Nataki Garrett & Adam Lerner
Wednesday, July 5 at 6:30pm
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Esperanto & Trial by Jury
Featuring Orlando Raola & Fred Bloom
Wednesday, July 12 at 6:30pm
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Telekinesis & Sauerkraut
Featuring Professor Phelyx & Mara and Willow King
Wednesday, July 19 at 6:30pm
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Giant Flutes & Celestial Navigation
Featuring Akio Lis & Jim Cook
Wednesday, July 26 at 6:30pm
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Asparagus & Money Laundering
Featuring Carol O’Meara & Micah Schwalb
Wednesday, August 2 at 6:30pm
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Prohibition & Bob Ross
Featuring Jason Hanson & Doug Blandy
Wednesday, August 9 at 6:30pm
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P.T. Barnum & Infinity
Featuring Kathy Maher & Diane Davis
Wednesday, August 16 at 6:30pm
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Air Traffic Control & Drag Queen Activism
Featuring Michael Valencia & Shirley Delta Blow
Wednesday, August 23 at 6:30pm
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A Scoop of Jazz at Little Man
2017-07-19 19:00 - 22:00 | Little Man Ice Cream, 2620 16th Street,, Denver, CO, 80211, United States
Alejandro Castano’s Cool Cats bring cool jazz to the Little Man Ice Cream Plaza every Wednesday through September.
[Free]
More info: http://www.littlemanicecream.com/calendar/

Author Event: Upside-Down Magic
2017-07-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Tattered Cover Book Store, 2526 East Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO, 80202, United States
Are you reading along with the Youth One Book, One Denver program? Come meet two of the women who wrote this year’s selection, Upside-Down Magic.
Nory, Elliott, Andres, and Bax are just four of the students in Dunwiddle Magic School’s Upside-Down Magic class. In their classroom, lessons are unconventional, students are unpredictable, and magic has a tendency to turn wonky at the worst possible moments. Because it’s always amazing, the trouble a little wonky magic can cause…
Lauren Myracle and Sarah Mlynowski will read from and sign Upside-Down Magic ($5.99 Scholastic Inc.), the first book in the Upside-Down Magic series. You can pick up an Upside Down Magic activity guide for YOBOD (Youth One Book One Denver) at any TC location.
[Free to attend]
More info: http://www.tatteredcover.com/new-event-calendar#event-id-133759

MoJaBlu
2017-07-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Conservatory Green at Stapleton, 49th Place and Valentia St, Denver, CO, 80216, United States
Join the Stapleton MCA and Jazz@Jack’s on Thursday evenings during the summer for a free concert series featuring Motown, Jazz and Blues on The Green located in Conservatory Green at 49th Place and Valentia Street. Open to the public!
[Free]
More info: http://www.stapletoncommunity.com/event-calendar
