Memorial Day Jazz with Jon Wirtz Trio
2015-05-25 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver) | Little Man Ice Cream, 2620 16th Street,, Denver, CO, 80211, United States
Live jazz and tasty ice cream? Yes, please! The great free summer programming at Little Man Ice Cream is back and the Jon Wirtz Trio will be playing a Memorial Day concert should you want to go grab a scoop of salted Oreo and chill out on your holiday. More info.

Free Film at DPL: Valley of the Dolls (1967)
2015-05-26 19:00 - 21:30 | Popups Example
Starring Patty Duke, Susan Hayward, Sharon Tate, and Barbara Parkins. Directed by Mark Robson.
In the opening scene of Valley of the Dolls, Susan Hayward barks, “The only hit that comes out of a Helen Lawson show is Helen Lawson. And that’s me, remember, baby?” From that moment forward the audience is treated to a camp classic of the first water. “Show business corrupts nice girls — that’s Valley’s sad, funny truth. Stay away from Hollywood (or Broadway), girls, if you want to keep your virtue and your sanity. Anne Welles (Barbara Parkins) leaves the snowbound protection of chaste New England for Sodom on the Hudson — New York City — where she is bound to find her doom.” – flickfilosopher.com. 123 minutes. Rated PG-13.
This film will be shown on the big screen in the B2 Conference Room at the Central Library and it’s FREE!

Café des Artes: The Musée d'Orsay
2015-05-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Alliance Française, 571 Galapago St., Denver, CO, 80204, United States
Join the Alliance Française for an evening lecture that includes wine, snacks and insight into French culture and history! The “Café des Artes” occurs monthly with a different topic. Tickets are $10 for members of the AF and $18 for members of the general public. More info.

Soup & Dreams - Warm Cookies of the Revolution
2015-05-28 18:00 - 20:30 | McNichols Building in Civic Center Park, 144 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO, United States
Gather at the McNichols Building to eat delicious soups from a variety of cultures, learn about incredible organizations working to promote culture in our community, and be entertained by some great performances. A suggested donation of $8 will be collected at the door and divided among the 4 participating community organizations. This promises to be a lively, thought-provoking and delicious evening!
Soups include: Menudo from El Taco de Mexico, Vegan Ethiopian Misir Wot from Konjo, Burmese soup from the Chin community, Vegetarian soup from the SAME Cafe, Borscht from David’s Kebab House and Fukuoka-style Ramen from the mind of Andrew Novick.
Organizations include: Produce for Pantries, Project VOYCE, Project Worthmore and Metro Denver Sanctuary Coalition.
Entertainment includes: Youth Mariachi Band El Mariachi Juvenil de Bryant Webster, Afro-Pop Jazz Orchestra The Pink Hawks and Poet Bobby LeFebre.
More info: Warm Cookies of the Revolution

Free Day at Clyfford Still Museum
2015-05-29 10:00 - 20:00 | Default Theme
Never been to the Still? Then now is your chance to see the masterpieces of abstract expressionism housed in this unique museum. The building itself is stunning architecturally and well worth the visit too. Thanks to the support of the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), the Clyfford Still Museum will offer free admission on Fridays nights, 5p – 8p, and free admission all day on the final Friday of the month beginning January 30th and running until October 30th, 2015. Still Museum.

Blue Roses: A Festival of Work by Tennessee Williams - Free!
2015-05-29 18:00 - 21:00 | Beacons Community Space, 2630 E 3rd Ave, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
The Denver Academy of Dramatic Arts at Visionbox presents a Spring Festival of Tennessee Williams works FREE to the public. One acts to be presented this evening: “This Property is Condemned” at 6:30pm, “Hello from Bertha” at 8:00pm. The theater will open 30 minutes before curtain. Seats are limited, so reserve your free ticket here: Blue Roses May 29

Denver Art Museum Untitled: Some Assembly Required
2015-05-29 18:00 - 22:00 | Denver Art Museum, 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, 80204, United States
Denver Art Museum’s Untitled Final Fridays are our favorite fridays of the month! Centered around a vague theme, these fun evenings feature interesting presentations, fun things to make and take, mini theater performances from Buntport Theater, gallery tours of all varieties, plus great music by a live DJ, cash bar and light munchies. Show up and be ready to explore and get creative with local artists, entertainers and DAM staff. Untitled is free for members and general admission price ($8-$13) for other visitors. More info.
DAM description of this event: Put the parts and pieces together to see how artworks are made, collections amassed, and installations assembled.

Inside the Orchestra: Tiny Tots
2015-05-30 09:00 - 11:30 | McNichols Building in Civic Center Park, 144 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO, United States
Inside the Orchestra’s Tiny Tots is an incredible program that truly engages young children and inspires a love of music. At the concert, kids and parents sit on the floor and are surrounded by a 30-piece orchestra. In this casual setting, kids are free to look at instruments up close and interact with the musicians. Designed for children six and under, this 45-minute program is fun, friendly and highly interactive.
Tickets for people 1 year and up: $9.95
Performances at 9:30 and 10:45
Financial assistance is available. If you have a financial hardship, please contact Inside the Orchestra at info@insidetheorchestra.org.

Miró, Magic & the Night
2015-05-30 10:30 - 11:00 | Denver Art Museum, 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, 80204, United States
We LOVED this show and think you should go see it! Miró, Magic & the Night is a new play from the minds of the Buntport Theater troupe, in collaboration with the Denver Art Museum, that tells the (imaginary) story of a day in the life of Spanish artist Joan Miró. This lively, humorous and engaging play has a running time of 30 minutes.
Fifty pieces of Miró’s work are currently on display at the DAM in the exhibit Joan Miró: Instinct & Imagination. Both the play and the exhibit are included with admission (and kids 18 and under are now FREE at the DAM everyday), but the play requires a reserved ticket as space is limited.
Members Only Showtime: 9:30a; General Public: 10:30a

Opera Colorado Young Artists Farewell
2015-05-31 14:00 - 16:00 | Studio Loft at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House, 908 14th St, Denver, CO, 80204, United States
Curious about opera, but not sure you want to sit through a whole show? Opera Colorado has some great opportunities to experience opera in a casual setting. As part of the Young Artists Farewell, the public is invited to enjoy a short recital from talented singers who have just completed a 7-month residency with Opera Colorado. Tickets are $10.
More info: Opera Colorado

Monday Madness Movie: Big Hero Six
2015-06-01 19:00 - 22:00 | Infinity Park at Glendale, 4599 E Tennessee Ave, Glendale, CO, United States
Bring your picnic blanket and basket and relax on the grass field for a summertime outdoor movie at Infinity Park in Glendale. All movies are FREE. Gates open at 7p and the movie starts at 8p.
Complete series:

Date
Movie
Year
Rating

June 1
Big Hero 6
2014
PG

June 15
Night at the Museum
2006
PG-13

June 29
Despicable Me 2
2013
PG

July 13
Princess Bride
1987
PG

July 27
How to Train Your Dragon
2010
PG

August 10
Remember the Titans
2000
PG

More info: http://infinityparkatglendale.com/movies

Creative Mornings: Revolution
2015-06-05 08:30 - 10:00 | The Source, 3350 Brighton Boulevard, Denver, CO, 80216, United States
***Register for your free ticket on MONDAY 6/1 at 9a***
Creative Mornings is back with free coffee, breakfast and an awesome speaker. This month, Evan Weissman, founder of Warm Cookies of the Revolution (the world’s first civic health club) will speak on the theme of “Revolution.” Through his work, Weissman seeks to help ordinary people find ways to exercise their “civic health” and engage with the municipality in surprising and creative ways. Certainly, his informative, yet entertaining events such as the Tax Day Carnival have already revolutionized the way people grapple with challenging (and sometimes unpleasant) topics of life in the city.

Still Museum Lawn Concert: Dragondeer
2015-06-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Default Theme
We love the FREE concerts on the lawn in front of the Clyfford Still Museum! Nestled in the city, it’s just the epitome of urban chill time. Beer and wine are available for purchase at the event and this year there will be some nibbles too with samples from A Taste of the Philippines and Peteybird ice cream sandwiches. Bring a picnic, bring your friends. Once the band has stopped playing, go scope out the stunning museum – it’s free on Fridays 5p-8p.
Series dates: Dragondeer, FRI 6/5; Na’an Stop, FRI 7/10; Tallgrass FRI 8/7
About the Music: Dragondeer is a psych-blues band from Denver, Colorado, whose singular, reverb-drenched take on old-school blues, coupled with inspired improvisation, has the band making fans in both roots circles as well as indie clubs in Colorado and beyond. Dragondeer has played the Nacarubi Music Festival in Big Sur, California; Tour De Fat; Red Rocks Amphitheater; South Park Music Festival; SXSW; The Denver Post Underground Music Showcase; and the legendary Telluride Blues & Brews Festival. Dragondeer has shared the stage with Shakey Graves; Futurebirds; John Lee Hooker Junior; Roadkill Ghost Choir; J. Roddy Walston; Slightly Stoopid; Steel Pulse; Pegi Young & The Survivors; Red Wanting Blue; Jamie M. Commons; Pimps of Joytime; The Greencards; Wovenhand; and others.
More info: https://clyffordstillmuseum.org/event/lawn-concert-dragondeer/

B-Side Music Fridays: Evan Holm & Friends
2015-06-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Museum of Contemporary Art, 1485 Delgany St, denver, CO, 80202, United States
This summer at MCA is going to be awesome! Enjoy great music, a cocktail (or wine, beer, soda or coffee) and one of Denver’s best rooftop patios. Admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art is only $5 after 5p and the museum is open until 9p Tuesday-Friday during the summer.
COMPLETE SCHEDULE

June 5

Evan Holm & Friends

June 12

Esme Patterson (former member of Paper Bird)

June 19

Ambit + Dream Hike

June 26

The Horse Latitudes

July 3

Automatic Iris + The Take

July 17

Leighton Peterson (from Safeboating is no Accident) + Glowing House

July 24

Rose Quartz DJ set

July 31

Normal Eyes (Wilson from Snake Rattle Rattle Snake + Zale Hessler from Prism waves)

August 7

Teen Event

August 14

Bluebook

August 21

Adam Baumeister + VIPlease (Jeff Linsenmaier from The Fray + Sean King from Devotchka)

August 28

Centennial (Meese Brothers)

Fridays June 5– August 28
MCA Café and Bar
Happy Hour 5-7PM
Live Performance 6-8PM
FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
More info: http://mcadenver.org/bsidemusicfridays2015.php

Denver Heart & Stroke Walk
2015-06-06 07:30 - 10:30 | Denver Performing Arts Complex, 1345 Champa St, CO, 80204, United States
DYK? Heart disease and stroke are the #1 and #5 killers of Americans. Chances are you know someone who has been affected. Join the American Heart Association and thousands of walkers for a fun 5k walk through downtown to help raise aweness and valuable funds for research and educational programs in the Denver community. The festival before and after the 7:30a walk features free food, giveaways, health screenings, fitness assessments, a kid’s activity area, music and entertainment. There is no registration fee-it’s free to walk.

Free Day at Denver Art Museum
2015-06-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Denver Art Museum, 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, 80204, United States
What’s awesome about the 1st Saturday of every month? Free admission to the Denver Art Museum! With lots to see, do and make, the Denver Art Museum is a place everyone from preschoolers to grandmas will enjoy. Starting in 2015, the DAM’s bilingual programming, CelebrARTE, will take place on 1st Free Saturdays. CelebrARTE info.

Tattered Cover Film Series: Richard III, '55
2015-06-07 14:00 - 17:00 | Sie FilmCenter, 2510 East Colfax, Denver, CO, 80206
With the Tattered Cover Film Series, you can enjoy a different classic movie each month at the Sie FilmCenter hosted by film critic Howie Movshovitz. Tickets are only $1! Seating is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Film Series Lineup.
About the Film: Besides directing the film, Laurence Olivier also plays Shakespeare’s great villainous king, who says from the get- go that he is “determined to prove a villain”—and he does it. Olivier gives the film a full big-screen, Technicolor treatment and brings in some of England’s greatest actors of the time— Ralph Richardson, John Gielgud and Claire Bloom—to pull it off. (158 minutes). Source: TatteredCover.com

City Park Jazz: Selina Albright
2015-06-07 18:00 - 20:00 | City Park, Denver, CO, United States
City Park Jazz is a Denver summertime institution, so if you’ve never been, pick a Sunday evening, grab a to-go meal from a restaurant on Colfax and head to the park! All concerts are free, open to all ages and go on rain or shine. During the 10 weeks of the series, you’ll find an eclectic mix of styles and genres that reflects the richness of Denver’s musical scene. The lineup: Selina Albright (6/7), Annie Booth Quartet (6/14), Nelson Rangell (6/21), Pa Kow Band (6/28), The Messers (7/5), Eric Trujillo and the Mambotet (7/12), Colorado Conservatory for the Jazz Arts (7/19), Lynn Baker Quartet (7/26), Ellyn Rucker Trio (8/2), and The Sam Mayfield Blues Revue (8/9)
More info: http://cityparkjazz.org

Shady Grove Picnic Series: Clay Kirkland & Al Chesis & The Delta Sonics
2015-06-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest Street, Denver, CO, 80246, United States
Bring a picnic and take part in this summer tradition that’s been happening for almost two decades at the Four Mile Historic Party. We can never believe how relaxing this little patch of 1859 simplicity is and the addition of music programming from Swallow Hill makes for a great mid-week escape. Tickets are $10, $2 for kids 2-12.
2015 Lineup
Clay Kirkland & Al Chesis & The Delta Sonics – June 10
Some of the finest bluesmen in Colorado
Blackberry Bushes String Band – June 17
Bluegrass for dancin’ the night away
The Semaphores – June 24
Playing all your favorite honkytonk classics

Stephanie Bettman & Luke Halpin – July 1
Joyful Acoustic Americana

Tallgrass – July 8
Three-part harmonies nestled in old-timey sounds
The Sweet Lillies – July 15
High-energy, melodic tunes with powerful harmonies
Harry Tuft – July 22
Colorado folk music legend

Teresa Storch – July 29
A singer/songwriter with strength and riveting, emotional power

Rocky Mountain Jewgrass – August 5
High octane Jewish bluegrass

Atomga – August 12
10-piece Afro-funk

Southern Exposure – August 19
Contemporary bluegrass with traditional tunes
More information: http://swallowhillmusic.org/events-and-festivals/shadygrove/

Unwind: Escape
2015-06-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
The Denver Botanic Gardens presents of series of 3 summertime evening events, known as “Unwind.” These nights in the gardens promise fun times, food, pop-up entertainment and ample drink tickets (3 are included with the admission price).
Series dates: Escape, THU 6/11; Elements, THU 7/16; and Explore, 8/13.
Menu offerings for “Escape” include: a Red Carpet Popcorn Bar (‘Spaghetti’ Western: jalapeno and cheddar; Asian Film Studies: Chinese five spice seasoning and wasabi pea and Moroccan Sunset: butter, curry powder and golden raisins), a Gourmet Nacho Counter (julienne chicken breast, taco beef, nacho cheese, pickled jalapeño peppers, onions, tomatoes and sour cream), a 3-D Candy Bar (assorted movie theatre candies such as gummy bears, Milk Duds, Hot Tamales, Twizzlers, Junior Mints with a side of 3-D glasses and 3-D candy labels)
Last entry at 8 p.m., grounds close at 9 p.m.
Admission (21 and over, ID required at check-in): $35 Members; $40 Nonmembers
More information and tickets: http://www.botanicgardens.org/events/special-events/unwind-escape

MojaBlu: Maestro Jeff Hughes & Otis Taylor Band
2015-06-11 18:30 - 21:00 | Conservatory Green at Stapleton, 49th Place and Valentia St, Denver, CO, 80216, United States
Get more Motown, Jazz and Blues into your life with a series of free Thursday night concerts at Conservatory Green at Stapleton (49th Place and Valencia Street) known as MojaBlu. Free and open to the public. MojaBlu Info
2015 Jazz on Conservatory Green @ Stapleton schedule:
June 11 6:30pm-7:15pm Maestro Jeff Hughes
7:45pm-9:00pm Otis Taylor Band
June 18 6:30pm-7:15pm Michael T. Hornbuckle Band
7:45pm-9:00pm Ron Ivory Band
June 25 6:30pm-7:15pm John Weeks Blues Band
7:45pm-9:00pm Kerry Pastine & The Crime Scene
July 2 6:30pm-7:15pm Biff Gore Band
7:45pm-9:00pm Dotsero
July 9 6:30pm-7:15pm What’s Cooking Big Band
7:45pm-9:00pm SuCh
July 16 6:30pm-7:15pm Jack Hadley Blue Band
7:45pm-9:00pm Tunisia Band
July 23 6:30pm-7:15pm Delta Sonics Band
7:45pm-9:00pm Hazel Miller Band
July 30 6:30pm-7:15pm Eef & Blues Express
7:45pm-9:00pm Hot Lunch

Mixed Taste: Fern Bars & George Orwell
2015-06-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Holiday Theater, 2644 W 32nd Ave, Denver, CO, 80211, United States
Mixed Taste is a series of lectures coordinated by the Museum of Contemporary Art that feature two speakers, who each speak for twenty minutes on two completely unrelated subjects, followed by question and answer on both topics, at the same time. During the first part of the program, no connections are allowed between the topics, during the Q&A anything can happen. Mixed Taste speakers include artists, writers, researchers, and performers from across the US (and even the world).
Cash bar at 5:30, program begins at 7p.
The Full Series Lineup:

June 11

Fern Bars & George Orwell (Nicola Twilley & Helen Thorpe)

June 25

Horror Films & the Sun (James Fiumara & Steve Tomczyk)

July 9

Drinking Water & Miles Davis (Anya Groner & Scott Kinnamon)

July 23

Sonic Art & the Domino Effect (Bruce Odland & Donna Conlon and Jonathan Harker)

August 6

Burglary & Rabies (Geoff Manaugh & Bill Wasik and Monica Murphy)

August 20

Population Pyramids & Modern Dance (Erin Trapp & Cleo Parker Robinson Dance)

Tickets are $20, $15 for members. More information: http://mcadenver.org/mixedtaste2015.php

B-Side Music Fridays: Esme Patterson
2015-06-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Museum of Contemporary Art, 1485 Delgany St, denver, CO, 80202, United States

Stapleton Outdoor Movies: Big Hero 6
2015-06-12 20:00 - 22:00 | The Green at Stapleton, 29th and Roslyn, denver, CO, 80238, United States
Films begin at dusk. Series dates and titles: Big Hero 6 (6/12), Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (6/26), Raiders of the Lost Ark (7/24), The Fault in our Stars (8/7), Annie (2014) (8/24). Stapleton movie info.

OPENING: Toys of the '50s, '60s and '70s
2015-06-13 | History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadway, Denver, 80203, United States
This new exhibit at History Colorado is going to be so much fun! All your favorites will be there including Gumby, Barbie, Slinky, Mr. Potato Head, Spirograph and Hot Wheels. Dig into the rich nostalgia, memory and history surrounding these iconic toys. Through the stories of the kids who played with these toys, the adults who bought them, the child-rearing experts who judged them and the people who invented them, explore what toys reveal about the rhythms of American life. This touring exhibit from the Minnestota History Center will be open through Sunday, October 4th.

Denver Mini Maker Faire
2015-06-13 09:00 - 17:00, 2015-06-14 09:00 - 17:00 | Denver Museum of Nature and Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO, 80205, United States
Make, create, learn, invent, craft, hack, recycle, build, think and play! Maker Faires are intergenerational events that bring makers of all kinds together with visitors for hands-on tinkering and exploration that’s not only fun, but also educational and inspiring. See the list of participating makers, here. Tickets are $5 for members and museum admission + $5 for others. Get tickets.

Summer Art Market
2015-06-13 10:00 - 18:00, 2015-06-14 10:00 - 17:00 | Art Students League of Denver, 200 Grant St., Denver, CO, 80203, United States
The Art Students League of Denver presents its 23rd annual Summer Art Market featuring 250 exhibiting artists, artist demonstrations, free kids art activities, plus live music and food. Check out the schedule to see specific times demonstration times for specific artistic techniques, musical acts and kids’ art activities. This is a fun event for the whole family and a great way to support art in our community.

Play Space: Artist-Led Creative Play
2015-06-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Mestizo-Curtis Park, 32nd & Champa, Denver, CO, 80205, United States
Kids and families are invited to join RedLine for artist-led creative play sessions at Mestizo-Curtis Park on Saturdays, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM throughout the summer.
The program is FREE and open to the public. Registration is NOT required. Food and drinks will be provided!
More Info: http://redlineart.org/art/events/exhibitions/play-space-creative-play.html
Session Descriptions from Redline:
Session 1: May 30, June 6, June 13, and June 20
Led by artists Ashley Frazier and Michael Sperandeo
The first session features community artists Ashley Frazier and Mike Sperandeo with their interactive basketball sculpture. Any person that wants to be involved in the creation of this piece is invited to try and score a basket with a balloon filled with non-toxic, washable paint. Not only is throwing paint at things as fun as it seems, but the colorful surface of the sculpture that results from repeated attempts shows that every time you try, it has an impact. Even if you don’t always reach your intended goal, the result can still be worthwhile!
Session 2: June 27, July 4, July 11, July 18
Led by artist Christine Dart
Dance instructor Christine Dart will help participants to tell stories about their neighborhood with dance, theatre and play. Over the four weeks, children and their families will be able to create a story-telling dance piece that they can perform together. Don’t worry if you aren’t a great dancer – this project is more about having fun while expressing yourself and learning others’ stories than it is about getting the steps perfect. Participants are encouraged to attend as many dates as possible, as each one is different and offers the chance to practice and build on what was done the previous week.
Session 3: July 25, August 1, August 8, August 15
Led by artist Tracy Tomko
Community artist Tracy Tomko presents her project, “Prototypes to Increase Exuberance” features objects modified in ridiculous ways to be swung, twirled and bounced. The silly, awkward way in which they are used serves as a method to deal with uncomfortable emotions. As a part of this interactive performance, participants are encouraged to work with the artist to create their own unusual objects to use, with their own symbolism and solutions to their own adversities.
Session 4: August 15, August 22, August 29, September 5
Led by arist Risa Murray
Community artist Risa Murray will help the neighborhood to put on a puppet show. From deciding on a story from the Five Points/Whittier/Curtis Park area’s rich and diverse cultural past to making the puppets and sets and finally performing and watching the show as a community, this fun experience will have children and families working and learning together.
