The story of chocolate is a "rich" tale indeed.  It involves aristocracy and slavery, innovation and coincidence.  Pivotal roles were played by both Christopher Columbus and Hernando Cortéz.  Join Active Minds as we describe how extremely bitter cacao beans are transformed into one of the world's most sought after flavors and tell chocolate stories such.... Read More

Denver's best museums are open late and admission is FREE between 5 and 10 p.m. FREE shuttles make it easy to explore all evening!* Shuttle buses will stop at (or nearby) 14 museums listed below, beginning at 5 p.m. from the Denver Art Museum (parking available in the Cultural Complex Garage) and also from the.... Read More

Write Denver is a collaborative write-the-city project hosted by Lighthouse Writers Workshop. During this installment of the project, Write Denver is collaborating with Schlessman Library for a place-based writing session that will end with an installation inside the library. FREE and open to the public (both writers and non-writers)! More info: http://www.writedenver.org

Free lecture on a groovy topic. Author Bill Rorabaugh recently published the book American Hippies and will speak about the lasting legacy of 60s counterculture at West Side Books. Read Rorabaugh's October article on this topic in Time magazine here: http://time.com/4059539/hippies-culture-war/. Free event. Get more information by contacting West Side Books: [email protected]

It’s no secret that Denver is among the fastest growing cities in the nation, prompting serious discussions about how to balance the interests of all who are impacted: Neighborhoods, citizens, affordability, sustainability, property rights, jobs, health, livability and diversity, among other things. Steve Ferris, director of Denver’s Development Services, addresses the dynamic, political and extremely challenging.... Read More

Check out someplace new! Throughout the year, national parks and public lands offer "fee-free days" where visitors can enjoy free entry or waived standard amenity fees. See the whole list of 2015 dates here: http://www.publiclandseveryday.org/2015-federal-fee-free-days

Travel back in time as a knowledgeable tour guide leads you through this beautifully maintained historic home. Last tour of the day begins at 3:30. Visits to the house are by guided tour only and tours depart every 30 minutes. Pro Tip: Tickets for all tour times are available starting at 10 am, so stop by early in.... Read More

You don't have to wait until next spring to get your Civic Center food truck fix!  Civic Center NOSH & POSH brings several of your favorite Civic Center EATS trucks together with local fashion trucks for a fun and unique way to spend lunchtime in Civic Center Park. Shop boutique items, snag local gems and grab a.... Read More

You're invited to join Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation, Hispanic Chamber Foundation, MillerCoors, Colorado Technology Association, Exdo Events Center, Healthier Colorado, Junior League of Denver, KBNO radio, Mile High United Way's Emerging Leaders Council, RiNo Urban Improvement Committee and Teach for America Colorado for an evening of imagining a better Colorado while sipping on some free.... Read More

Denver Public Library's Eugene Field branch will host a special Washington Park homecoming for local author Cynthia Swanson. Swanson’s debut novel, “The Bookseller” is set in a lushly described 1960s Denver and features a nostalgic depiction of the Washington Park of yesteryear. Join the author for a ride to yesterdays that were and the futures that could.... Read More