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

Teen Fridays Nights at MCA Denver is a free, drop in program for teens where teens can hang out and join in on a variety of workshops led by local artists and creatives. Teen admission is always FREE at MCA Denver. November 13: Ink Lounge screenprinting workshop November 27: No teen programs due to Thanksgiving November 20:.... Read More

Stories On Stage presents a collaboration with Buntport Theater Company Missed Connections is a reading of ultra-short stories that center on the theme of looking for love (or some reasonable facsimile thereof) in the digital age. Stories on Stage is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) theater and literary organization that presents great works of literature on stage, performed by professional.... Read More

Come play in the Paint Studio at Denver Art Museum and catch an artist demo too! Free with museum admission. Children and youth 18 and under are free. All demos take place 12p - 3p. More info: http://denverartmuseum.org/calendar/paint-studio-weekend-artist-demonstrations Weekend Demonstration Schedule (subject to change): November 7–8 & 14–15: Jay Michael Jaramillo – Acrylic Painting November 21–22 &.... Read More

Why do we have Christmas trees?  Or for that matter holiday lights, egg nog, holly or mistletoe.  Join us as we seek to explain the origins of a wide variety of holiday traditions and examine how they have evolved and changed over time. Free lecture from Active Minds.