First Friday Nutcracker Event
2016-11-04 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | Colorado Ballet Black Box Theater, 1075 Santa Fe Dr., Denver, CO, 80204, United States
Colorado Ballet will offer a free Nutcracker First Friday event to kickoff Denver Arts Week on Friday, November 4 at its home at 11th and Santa Fe. Come see dazzling costumes on display and see short live demonstrations of some of The Nutcracker’s iconic dances by Company and Academy dancers before the production opens at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House on November 26. Brief demonstrations will take place every 20 minutes between 6:30-8 p.m. in the Black Box Theater. Doors open at 6 p.m.
[Free]
More info: http://www.denver.org/includes/calendar-of-events/First-Friday-Nutcracker-Event/36477/5036/

Chance to Dance
2016-11-05 09:00 - 16:00 | McNichols Building in Civic Center Park, 144 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO, United States
Denver Arts & Venues is pleased to host Chance to Dance 2016. In its fourth year, this free, all-day event celebrates dance as an art form and occurs on the first Saturday of Denver Arts Week, Denver’s city-wide celebration of art and culture.
The day offers professional dance workshops (beginner and intermediate level – open to anyone regardless of age or ability) that the public can register for and attend for free. View the class descriptions and sign up for workshops.
Over lunch, enjoy a free performance from the Hannah Kahn Dance Company. Please RSVP for lunch.
The Hannah Kahn Dance Company, one of Denver’s finest professional modern dance troupes has been sharing its passion for dance with the Denver community since 1988. Kahn’s choreography has been called “invigorating.” “virtuosic,” “liquid and lyrical,” and “superb.”
The free performance at the McNichols Building on November 5 includes a wide range of movement and music styles. There is an exuberant quintet set to Eastern European folk music, a fluid dance based on partnering set to a wistful Irish tune, a humorous and playful duet set to a song by 20th century jazz giant Louis Armstrong, a passionate duet accompanied by a familiar aria from Bizet’s opera Carmen, and a spirited group work – Fruition – which celebrates the joys of dancing together.
Kahn will lead the program, providing insights into the choreography and involving the audience in discussion and even some participation for those who are interested! This will be a great chance to see this professional dance company, up close and personal – and free!
[Free]
More info: http://artsandvenuesdenver.com/events-programs/chance-to-dance/

Free First Saturday at Denver Art Museum
2016-11-05 10:00 - 17:00 | Denver Art Museum, 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, 80204, United States
Free First Saturdays are a great time to try out the Denver Art Museum!
Celebrate creativity and Latin cultura at CelebrARTE on Free First Saturdays with bilingual activities for toda la familia.
The Denver Art Museum offers free general admission on the first Saturday of the month, made possible by Your 6 Hometown Toyota Stores and the citizens who support the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD).
Free First Saturdays in 2016:

January 2
February 6
March 5
April 2
May 7
June 4
July 2
August 6
September 3
October 1
November 5
December 3

Note: First Free Saturdays do not include admission to special ticketed exhibitions.
More info: http://denverartmuseum.org/visitor-info/free-days

FREE Night at the Museums
2016-11-05 17:00 - 22:00 | CO
WOOHOO! Denver’s best museums are open late and admission is FREE between 5p and 10p Plus, FREE shuttles make it easy to explore all evening!
Shuttle buses will stop at (or nearby) 12 museums listed below, beginning at 5 p.m. from the Denver Art Museum (parking available in the Cultural Complex Garage) and also from the shuttle stop between the Denver Museum of Nature & Science and the Denver Zoo.

BLACK AMERICAN WEST MUSEUM
African-American history comes alive through re-enactments, videos and the stories told throughout this museum in Historic Five Points.
BYERS-EVANS HOUSE MUSEUM
Experience this historic landmark where expert tour guides will share the stories of this home and its residents in the 1900s.
THE CELL
Explore the interactive Counterterrorism Education Learning Lab to learn more about the issues of terrorism and public safety.
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF DENVER AT MARSICO CAMPUS
Visit the museum dedicated to helping children learn through play! (Adults must be accompanied by children at all Children’s Museum events.)
CLYFFORD STILL MUSEUM
Experience Clyfford Still: The Works on Paper which explores Still’s life-long creative process, in addition to the permanent installations by this Abstract Expressionist artist.
DENVER ART MUSEUM
Check out the Denver Art Museum’s exhibits for free, including Glory of Venice: Masterworks of the Renaissance and Shock Wave: Japanese Fashion Design, 1980s-90s.
DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS
See a special outdoor Days of the Dead exhibition, Remember, Honor, Celebrate, featuring elaborate ofrendas created by members of the Denver community to honor their ancestors.
DENVER FIREFIGHTERS MUSEUM
Visit one of the “hottest,” family-friendly places in town and learn about the history of firefighting.
DENVER MUSEUM OF NATURE & SCIENCE
Discover things you never knew before in two new exhibits: Check out Extreme Mammals and Mummies: New Secrets from the Tombs, as well as the permanent exhibits. *Special ticket purchase is required for Mummies: New Secrets from the Tombs.
FORNEY MUSEUM OF TRANSPORTATION
Stroll through this one-of-a-kind collection that includes a Union Pacific ‘Big Boy’ Steam Locomotive and enjoy favorites like Amelia Earhart’s 1923 Goldbug Kissel.
HISTORY COLORADO CENTER
Don’t miss the perfectly imperfect traveling exhibit Awkward Family Photos, and a special performance by Central City Opera.
MOLLY BROWN HOUSE MUSEUM
Tour the home of Denver’s unsinkable Margaret “Molly” Brown, who was a world-renowned activist, performer and traveler. You may even see Mrs. Brown herself!

NIGHT AT THE MUSEUMS IN GOLDEN*

Colorado School of Mines Geology Museum: View moon rocks, fossils, meteorites and gemstones.
Foothills Art Center: Experience the festive lighting of the Center for the holiday season and try your hand at a sculpture garden scavenger hunt.
Dinosaur Ridge: Enjoy free hands-on activities include dinosaur track painting, and for $3 charge per person, get a flashlight tour of a dinosaur tracksite.
Golden History Center: See Epic Events, an exciting multimedia timeline of major events and discoveries that shaped Golden.

*Free transportation shuttles are not available to the Golden Museums.

MORE MUSEUMS OPEN FOR NIGHT AT THE MUSEUMS*

Four Mile Historic Park: Wander the Park by the light o’ the moon! Tour the Four Mile House, campfire tales and more.

*Free transportation shuttles are not available to Four Mile Historic Park.

[Free]
More info: http://www.denver.org/denver-arts-week/programs/nightatthemuseum/

Free Day at Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls & Toys
2016-11-06 13:00 - 16:00 | Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys, 1880 Gaylord St., Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Every 1st Sunday of the month, DMMDT offers free admission thanks to the support of the Scientific Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) and the citizens who support it. Go check out the tiny treasures housed in this museum if you have never been!
More about the museum: http://dmmdt.org
More about SCFD: http://scfd.org

Free Day at Denver Zoo
2016-11-07 10:00 - 16:00, 2016-11-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Denver Zoo, 2300 Steele St, Denver, 80205, United States
Hooray! It’s an SCFD Free Day! All the Free Days at Denver Zoo take place during the colder months (Jan, Feb and Nov) so don’t wait for a warm sunny day to take advantage of the chance to see the zoo for free. Bundle up, bring your coffee and go!
What is 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. 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 the Denver Zoo: http://www.denverzoo.org

Siren Song: A Pirate’s Odyssey
2016-11-08 | Buntport Theater, 717 Lipan Street, Denver, CO, 80204, United States
A comedy series for all pirates and their parents- bringing you new high seas hijinks each Second Saturday Oct.-May! Inspired by Homer’s Odyssey, an audience-suggested song launches each play-full voyage.
[$7 online ($8 at the door)]
Two show times: 1p – 2p and 3p – 4p
More info and tickets: http://buntport.com/2016/08/siren-song/

Elections Day! Ballot Boxes CLOSE AT 7PM
2016-11-08 | CO
Cool kids VOTE and shape the future of their country. Don’t miss your chance to cast your ballot. Ballots must be turned in by 7PM in order to be counted!
This year’s ballot is long, we get that and so we asked Denver Election officials if it was okay to skip questions/races that we weren’t sure about. They said, YES, it’s fine to not fill out your ballot completely. They will count the votes you DO mark. Have other questions? They provide quick answers via @DenverElections on Twitter.
Resource for sifting through ballot issues and candidates: https://ballotpedia.org/Main_Page
Judicial Performance Review advice on judges: http://www.coloradojudicialperformance.gov/retentionlist.cfm?year=2016
Where to drop your ballot and other election info: https://www.denvergov.org/content/denvergov/en/denver-elections-divison.html

Election Night Party
2016-11-08 17:00 - 23:00 | The Source, 3350 Brighton Boulevard, Denver, CO, 80216, United States
Election Night party at The Source! Free drink if you voted!*
[Free]
Details:
Come toast to the end of six months of election anxiety with food and booze specials, music, games, a costume contest, and more.
Your first drink of the night is on us* if you voted!
Election results will show on the big screen in RiNo Yacht Club.
Come dressed as your favorite political character for a costume contest at 8 p.m.
*Limit one complimentary beverage per guest (age 21+) who voted in the election. Offer available from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Participating venues are Acorn, Comida and RiNo Yacht Club. Must provide evidence that you voted to qualify, such as an “I Voted” sticker or a selfie with your double-stamped ballot envelope.
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/744973535653870/

Moxie U: How to Set Your Studio for a Professional Visit
2016-11-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Redline, 2350 Arapahoe St., Denver, CO, 80205, United States
Join the Art  Students League of Denver, Clyfford Still Museum, and RedLine for a special collaborative series of professional-development lectures designed to help artists enhance their business practices. Topics include how to write an artist statement;  PR 101 for artists; project budgets; client contracts; grants; requests for proposals (RFPs); how to price your artwork;  and more. Click on the workshop title to register.
Rotating venues | $5 per seat  | Second Tuesday of each month 6p – 8p
Click on lecture titles for more info and to register.
Series Overview:
February 9 | Clyfford Still Museum
PR 101 for Artists
Cristina Ceballo, Blake Communications

March 8 | Redline
Project Budgets + Contracts with Clients
Mary Valdez, Public Art Program Coordinator for Denver Arts & Venues

April 12 | Art Students League
Grants + Requests for Qualifications (RFQs)
John Grant, Public Art Consultant

May 10 | Clyfford Still Museum
Legal Stuff (Copyright, Intellectual Property and other things)
David Ratner, Creative Law Network, in partnership with CBCA and Colorado Attorneys for the Arts

June 14 | Redline
How to Price Your Artwork
Kathy Andrews, Art Appraiser
Summer break! No July or August workshops.
September 13 | Art Students League
Public Art Academy
Michael Chavez, Public Art Program Manager for Denver Arts & Venues

October 11 | Clyfford Still Museum
Horror Stories and other Fables for Artists
Various presenters TBA

November 8 | Redline
How to Set Your Studio for a Professional Visit
Cortney Lane Stell, Executive Director & Curator of Black Cube Nomadic Art Museum

Folked Up Karaoke
2016-11-11 17:00 - 20:00 | Museum of Contemporary Art, 1485 Delgany St, denver, CO, 80202, United States
Woohoo!! Black Sheep Friday is back at MCA Denver for its 7th season of sophisticated nonsense, bringing museum quality malarky to the masses. Every other Friday through January 20, 2017, head to the rooftop cafe at the MCA for happy hour 5p – 7p and a delightfully weird mashup program 6p – 8p. Arrive early as capacity is limited and all events are first-come, first-serve.
This season’s lineup includes:
11/11 – Folked Up Karaoke (live folk band karaoke)
11/25 – Thai One On (knot tying workshop and curry tasting)
12/9 – Pop Art Tarts (pop art-inspired pop tart decorating)
12/23 – XXXMas (craft fair and erotic embroidery)
1/6 – 40s Forties (swing dance lessons and 40 oz. malt liquor tastings)
1/20 – Public Records (join musicians for impromptu performances and take home your own record)
[Free for MCA members, $5 for others]
More info: http://mcadenver.org/bsf16

The Election Is Over. Tonight, We Dance!
2016-11-11 19:00 - 22:00 | McNichols Building in Civic Center Park, 144 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO, United States
It’s the Friday after the election. Let’s enjoy a free dance party with Warm Cookies of the Revolution!
Regardless of who won, we still have a LOT of work to do in the pursuit of justice and a more perfect union.
But tonight, we’re workin (and twerkin’) for the future with a good old-fashioned dance party with live music from the legendary PINK HAWKS and MILE HIGH SOUL CLUB!!!
FOOD: If you were at the Stompin’ Ground Games in Elyria-Swansea, you tasted delicious food from women entreprenuers in the neighborhood and they will be providing all the goods tonight!
DRINKS: TBA
See you on the dance floor…
[Free]
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/366311777055001/

Born Funny
2016-11-12 13:30 - 15:00, 2016-11-12 19:30 - 21:00 | Su Teatro Cultural and Performing Arts Center, 721 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, CO, 80204, United States
Famous comedians, in their own words.
When was the last time someone read you a story? Like really read it with drama and feeling? Stories on Stage presents literary works from a variety of genres, all read by professional actors. And it’s captivating.
[$15 – $28]
Two performances: 1:30p and 7:30p
More info and tickets: http://www.storiesonstage.org/store/p12/Born_Funny.html

Historical Craft Society: Holiday Cards
2016-11-12 13:30 - 15:30 | Byers-Evans House, 1310 Bannock Street, Denver, CO, 80204, United States
History Colorado’s library has a delightful collection of holiday-related images in their collection, and they’ll be reproducing them to share with you! Bring your creative thinking-caps and a desire to use lots of rickrack and glue to make holiday cards using historic images.
The museum will provide all supplies. If you are interested in taking a tour of the beautiful Byers-Evans House, come at 12:30 or stay after the program! Tours are free for members, and all others receive $2 off the tour.
All ages welcome. Advance RSVP strongly suggested.
[$8 – $10]
More info and RSVP: http://www.historycolorado.org/event/historical-craft-society-holiday-cards

William Shakesbeer's 12th Pint
2016-11-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Fort Greene, 321 E. 48th Ave., Denver, CO, 80216, United States
The Wit Theater Company presents an original 60-minute adaptation of the lauded Shakespearean classic “Twelfth Night” at a bar.
From the actors: Join us for this FREE immersive performance of William Shakesbeer’s 12th Pint. It’s a whole new brew. New Location and a new experience. To commemorate the longstanding tradition of drinking on, off, and all around the stage, we bring you a frothy, hopped-up comedy with notes of romance and intrigue…at a taphouse!
[Free]
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/388878718141637/

SCFD Free Day at Four Mile Historic Park
2016-11-14 12:00 - 16:00 | Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest Street, Denver, CO, 80246, United States
Travel back in time and discover one of our favorite oases in the city, Four Mile Historic Park! Thanks to funding from SCFD, admission is free for everyone on the second Friday of the month!
[Free]
More info 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. 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 info and full calendar of free days: http://scfd.org

A Community Conversation
2016-11-15 17:30 - 19:00 | Bindery on Blake, 2901 Blake St, Denver, CO, 80205, United States
Need to talk? A chance for people to come together post-election and process with each other in a safe space. Come as you are, the only rule is respectful engagement & good conversation. It’s very informal, just wanted to have a designated space for people to have civic discussion and process these elections. Several active community members will be on hand to help facilitate discussion/s if that is wanted.
[Free]
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/721148578055029/?ti=icl

Science Lounge: Space Society
2016-11-17 18:30 - 21:30 | Denver Museum of Nature and Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO, 80205, United States
Rockets, telescopes, and space crafts, oh my! Astro crew, assemble for a night in the stars, as you test your limits for space travel. Unearth the effects of space on our human bodies, consider your readiness for launch, and look back at Earth from the bar as you enjoy a cosmic cocktail. Ages 21+ Only.
[$13 – $15]
More info and tickets: https://secure1.dmns.org/products/1902-space-society.aspx

The Supreme Court
2016-11-17 18:45 - 20:00 | Sam Gary Library, 2961 Roslyn St, Denver, CO, 80238, United States
The recent unexpected death of Antonin Scalia has created one of the most charged political events in a generation. Join Active Minds as we examine the current dynamics surrounding filling a vacancy on the highest court in the land. We will look at past confirmations in order to better understand the intricacies of the process.
[Free]
More info: https://www.denverlibrary.org/event?id=26904

5th Anniversary Celebration at the Clyfford Still Museum
2016-11-18 - 2016-11-20 | Clyfford Still Museum, 1250 Bannock Street, Denver, CO, 80204, United States
Five years ago, on November 18, 2011, the Clyfford Still Museum officially opened its doors. On November 18, 2016, the Clyfford Still Museum begins a full year of celebratory exhibitions, events, and programs dedicated to all those individuals and organizations—including the citizens who support SCFD, numerous philanthropic donors, and more than 50 fellow non-profit organizations and local businesses—who have supported and partnered with the Museum, enabling it to redefine the boundaries of what a single-artist museum can achieve. To kick it off, they’re hosting a free weekend of music, performances, and arts activities—plus cake and cookies. Check out the line-up for the weekend and go help celebrate!
[Free]
More info: https://clyffordstillmuseum.org/5th-anniversary-weekend-celebration/

Denver Christkindl Market
2016-11-18 - 2016-12-23 | Skyline Park, 1600 Arapahoe, Denver, CO, 80202, United States
The Denver Christkindl Market is like a little slice of Germany right in the heart of downtown Denver. Now in its 16th year, the market features live music and dancing, German, European and local craft vendors, authentic food and drink, and the spirit of an Old World Christmas. Even for those who don’t celebrate Christmas, this market is fun to browse while sipping some hot mulled wine and the lively Alpine musical performances are a unique treat.
The market runs November 18 – December 23, 2016.
Hours: SUN – THU: 11a – 7p; FRI – SAT: 11a – 9p; Thanksgiving Day (11/26): 11a – 4p.
[Free admission]
More info: http://www.denverchristkindlmarket.com/event-details/

Winter Welcome
2016-11-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Stapleton Town Center, 29th and Roslyn, Denver, CO, United States
Ready for holiday lights, hot cocoa and candy canes? Stapleton Town Center switches on is annual holiday lights this evening and everyone is invited to enjoy a block party on 29th Street complete with music, carolers, activities, fire pits and s’mores.
[Free]
More info: http://www.stapletoncommunity.com/BookingRetrieve.aspx?ID=75173

The Great Debate
2016-11-20 20:00 - 22:00 | Buntport Theater, 717 Lipan Street, Denver, CO, 80204, United States
Buntport Theater’s “The Great Debate” pits teams of non-experts head-to-head, toe-to-toe, and often dumb-and-dumber in lively debates of the inconsequential. Mundane topics are brought to life by ordinary, but opinionated folks. You’re bound to be a flip-flopper after listening to compelling arguments on things that never mattered. New topics every month!
About this month’s installment: “We feel as though 2016 really forced us to grow up. We think you’ll be impressed with the level of our maturity when you find out that the debate topic is: Pu-pu platters vs Lake Titicaca
Boom. We’re adulting like crazy.
Make a reservation now so you can hear compelling arguments from our panel of experts: Hannah Duggan, Brian Colonna, Kim Kutt, Roger Norquist, Mike Marlow, Laura Jo Trexler, Rachel Weeks, and Eryc Eyl.”
[$7 online ($6-$8 at the door)]
More info and tickets: http://buntport.com/2016/09/third-tuesdays/

Making Sense of Colorado's Purple Politics
2016-11-21 13:00 - 14:00 | History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadway, Denver, 80203, United States
Survey after survey reveals that many Coloradans find the U.S. government too big, too wasteful and too intrusive. Yet Colorado is arguably one of the most federally subsidized states in the Union, with forests, national parks, military bases and research labs enjoying government largesse. Dr. Thomas Cronin of Colorado College, author of Colorado Politics and Policy, shows how the state—in many ways a template of the deeply contrary politics of the nation—puts political power into the hands of an ever more polarized electorate. Learn about Colorado’s major election trends and public policy challenges, and this distinctively purple state’s unique political history.
[$6.50 – $10]
More info and registration: http://www.historycolorado.org/event/making-sense-colorados-purple-politics

Making Sense of Colorado's Purple Politics
2016-11-21 19:00 - 20:00 | History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadway, Denver, 80203, United States
Survey after survey reveals that many Coloradans find the U.S. government too big, too wasteful and too intrusive. Yet Colorado is arguably one of the most federally subsidized states in the Union, with forests, national parks, military bases and research labs enjoying government largesse. Dr. Thomas Cronin of Colorado College, author of Colorado Politics and Policy, shows how the state—in many ways a template of the deeply contrary politics of the nation—puts political power into the hands of an ever more polarized electorate. Learn about Colorado’s major election trends and public policy challenges, and this distinctively purple state’s unique political history.
[$6.50 – $10]
More info and registration: http://www.historycolorado.org/event/making-sense-colorados-purple-politics-0

Drop-In Writing: Rock (and Silence)
2016-11-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Denver Art Museum, 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, 80204, United States
Pick up a pencil and spark your creative interests in these informal writing sessions. With the help of a Denver Art Museum instructor, try your hand at a new writing topic every month, while visiting various museum galleries.
Meet on level 1 of the Hamilton Building.
November 22: Rock (and Silence)
As fall descends upon us, this month’s writing session will use the photography exhibit On Desert Time on level 7 of the North Building as our inspiration. We’ll practice writing about landscapes—and themes like solitude and timelessness.
This is a recurring series that happen on the 4th Tuesday of the month.
[Free with DAM admission]
More info: http://denverartmuseum.org/calendar/drop-in-writing-program

3D Printed Cookie Cutters
2016-11-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Central Library, 10 W 14th Ave, Denver, CO, 80204, United States
Get ready for holiday baking by designing and 3D-printing your own custom cookie cutter using cookiecaster.com! DISCLAIMER: 3D printers are slow – you may not be able to leave with your print immediately, but the library will print out all creations as quickly as possible!
[Free]
More info: https://www.denverlibrary.org/event?id=27945
