Dixie Crystals and Drag Queen Story Time
2017-10-06 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Denver) | RiNo Art District HQ, 2901 Blake Street, Suite 165, Denver, CO, 80205, United States
Pull up a chair and listen to Dixie Crystals read charming and wholesome children’s stories — with a wink! In some cultures, the name Dixie Crystals is synonymous with delightful, double entendres and mirthful good times. Put a Little Golden Book in front of her, and she goes from zero to hilarious in five seconds. Find out at Denver Public Library’s first ever Drag Queen Story Time. Ms. Crystals entertains while DPL serves up appropriate snacks for your story hour.
Stories read at the top and bottom of the hour throughout the evening.
[Free]
More info: https://www.denverlibrary.org/blog/chris/story-time-was-never-fabulous-drag-queen-meets-little-golden-books

Pumpkin Harvest Festival
2017-10-07 10:00 - 16:00, 2017-10-08 10:00 - 16:00 | Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest Street, Denver, CO, 80246, United States
Celebrate the arrival of autumn with old-fashioned fun at this beloved annual event! Build your own scarecrow, select your favorite pumpkin from the patch, and tour the Park in a horse-drawn wagon. Explore how 19th-century Coloradans lived and prepared for the season, with historic demonstrations and tours of the Four Mile House Museum. Try your luck at county fair games, and enjoy delicious treats from the beer garden (must be 21+) and local food vendors.
[Admission is free! Additional charges apply for refreshments and some activities. Sorry, no pets or smoking allowed]
More info: http://www.fourmilepark.org/events

SCFD Free Day: Denver Art Museum
2017-10-07 10:00 - 17:00 | Denver Art Museum, 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, 80204, 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 the Denver Art Museum every first Saturday of the month!
About the Denver Art Museum: http://denverartmuseum.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]

Penny Saturday at MCA
2017-10-07 10:00 - 17:00 | Museum of Contemporary Art, 1485 Delgany St, denver, CO, 80202, United States
On the first Saturday of each month, Colorado residents can visit the Museum of Contemporary Art for only 1 cent! Go see some beautiful and thought-provoking contemporary art and then enjoy a beverage (coffee, sodas, beer, wine and cocktails) at the MCA’s spectacular rooftop cafe. The rooftop features indoor and outdoor spaces with lovely views of downtown.
FYI: The MCA is closed between exhibitions, so double check to be sure they’re open before you go!
[1 penny]
More info: http://mcadenver.org

Denver Zombie Crawl
2017-10-07 11:00 - 17:00 | Skyline Park, 1600 Arapahoe, Denver, CO, 80202, United States
Back for its 12th year, the Zombie Crawl is quite the sight to behold. The main event takes place in/around Skyline Park, with additional zombie-realted events at Denver Pavilions.
Schedule
Hours 11:00 am-5:00 pm Denver Zombie Crawl
11:00 am – Vendor and Makeup Booths Open
3:00 pm – Costume Contest
3:55 pm – Thriller Dance
5:00 pm – Denver Zombie Crawl Ends
Be sure to attend the Official Denver Zombie Crawl After Parties – Zombie Prom and Stay Alive
NOTE: NO fake/replica weapons of any kind! Please keep blood off of storefronts, signs, sidewalks, and everything else that isn’t a costume, and have fun!
[Free; Prom $15]
More info: http://denverzombiecrawl.com

Mile High Soul Club
2017-10-07 21:00 - 23:30 | Syntax: Physic Opera, 554 S. Broadway, Denver, CO, 80209, United States
Denver’s monthly fill of vintage Northern Soul, Rhythm & Blues, Popcorn, Funk, and rarities from the late ’50s to the early ’70s. DJs Tyler Jacobson, Dogboy, Steve Cervantes, and Jason Heller spin vinyl 45’s all night long.
Join the Mile High Soul Club every first Saturday at Syntax (554 S. Broadway).
Doors at 8 PM • Music Starts at 9 PM • Event ends at 2 AM
21+ ID Required
[$5 Cover]
More info: http://www.milehighsoulclub.com

Stillness: Meditation in the Galleries
2017-10-08 08:45 - 10:00 | Clyfford Still Museum, 1250 Bannock Street, Denver, CO, 80204, United States
Join the Clyfford Still Museum each month to clear your mind and refresh your spirit with guided meditation sessions led by experienced meditation practitioners. All are welcome; no prior experience with meditation is required. Presented in collaboration with the Zen Center of Denver and the Shambhala Meditation Center of Denver.
Meditation sessions begin promptly at 9 am and 9:30 am. Doors open at 8:45.
[Free; Registration required]
More info: https://clyffordstillmuseum.org/event/stillness-meditation-in-the-galleries-8/

KIDS: Foxy & Shmoxy
2017-10-08 10:30 - 11:30 | CO
On the second Sunday of each month (September through May), bring the whole family to help Foxy and Shmoxy—two smart, witty, and hilarious foxes—sniff out clues and solve art mysteries in the Denver Art Museum.
Catch these fox super-sleuths in action! There are two chances to see the foxes: 10:30 am and 11:30 am. To find the foxes, visit the Family Activity Cart (Hamilton Building, level 1), pick up a letter from the Fox Box, and then follow the riddles into the galleries.
Note: The foxes are not here June, July, or August.
[Included with DAM admission]
More info: http://denverartmuseum.org/programs/foxy-shmoxy

Music in the Galleries: Dustin Adams Trio
2017-10-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Clyfford Still Museum, 1250 Bannock Street, Denver, CO, 80204, United States
Back by popular demand and trotting out an energetic and idiosyncratic rhythm section over beloved jazz standards, Denver’s own Dustin Adams Trio keeps the Great American Songbook sounding as vibrant as ever.
Music in the Galleries is a series as exciting and eclectic as the Clyfford Still record collection that inspires it. If you share Still’s appreciation for music, join us for this live performance in the galleries to experience his work through both sight and sound. We are pleased to partner with the Friends of Chamber Music and Swallow Hill Music to bring you this series.
Seating is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis.
[Free with admission; No registration required]
More info: https://clyffordstillmuseum.org/event/music-in-the-galleries-dustin-adams-trio/

Drop-In Drawing
2017-10-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Denver Art Museum, 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, 80204, United States
Monthly program on the second Tuesday of the month
(Re)kindle your creative passions in these informal sketching sessions on the second Tuesday of every month. Take inspiration from the galleries with the help of a DAM art instructor and tackle a new drawing topic every month.
Bring your own supplies or use one of our communal sketch pads. If you bring your own supplies, please note that only sketchpads/notebooks 14 x 17 inches or smaller, graphite pencils, and kneaded erasers are permitted in the galleries. We will also provide these supplies if you do not have your own.
Meet on level 1 of the Hamilton Building.
[Included with Museum Admission]
More info: http://denverartmuseum.org/programs/drop-drawing

Ignite!Nite: Story
2017-10-10 17:00 - 20:00 | History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadway, Denver, 80203, United States
Every story deserves a good title, especially stories that stand the test of time. Join History Colorado as we explore the nuance of titles using giant word tiles, professional writers from Lighthouse Writers Workshop and art historians from the American Museum of Western Art. Help rewrite the title and captions to iconic works of art. You’ll also get a chance to enjoy the stories in the stars in a portable dome from the Fiske Planitarium.
Ignite!Nite pairs interesting ideas with interesting people in a new after-hours experience. Bring a friend and join us for a unique exploration of History Colorado’s stories including our newest exhibition, Backstory. Unlock your inner history geek with a blend of live music, theater performances, conversation, artist and cooking demonstrations, DIY crafts and exhibition tours. Toss in a cash bar, tasty grub and a whole lot of Colorado spirit and you’ve got a history museum adventure!
[$12; Museum members free]
More info: http://www.historycolorado.org/event/ignite-nite-story

Moxie U: Halloween: Legal Horror Stories!
2017-10-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Clyfford Still Museum, 1250 Bannock Street, Denver, CO, 80204, United States
Eek, someone is infringing your copyrights! Boo, you lost your whole portfolio of work! Muwahaha, now you have to deal with a disorganized gallery! Don’t be scared! Come to the Clyfford Still Museum to learn from select artists about their legal horror stories and walk away with valuable lessons so you don’t repeat the same mistakes. This is a great opportunity to meet your peers, share your experiences, and learn from each other.
Colorado Attorney’s for the Arts (CAFTA) guest hosts this special Halloween event with speakers: Scott McCormick, Jess Moore, Eric Dallimore, Jonathan Saiz, Jessie de la Cruz, Forrest Morrison, and Dave Ratner.
Join the the Clyfford Still Museum, the Art Students League of Denver, and RedLine for this special collaborative series of professional development workshops for artists. These workshops feature experts in the art industry sharing practical knowledge and relevant tools to assist artists in enhancing their business practice.
Location: Clyfford Still Museum
Speakers: Local creatives and professionals
[$5]
REGISTER HERE
More info: https://clyffordstillmuseum.org/event/moxie-u-halloween-legal-horror-stories/

Digital Earth: Cities
2017-10-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Denver Museum of Nature and Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO, 80205, United States
With the help of immersive satellite images, soar above the skyscrapers of some of the world’s most thriving cities, guided by space science curator Ka Chun Yu and geologist Bob Raynolds. Investigate the complex infrastructures of human-made wonders and consider the concrete jungle from the perspective of a bird in this stunning, thought-provoking experience.
[$8 – $10]
More info and tickets: http://www.dmns.org/learn/adults/after-hours/digital-earth-cities/

Create Playdate
2017-10-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Denver Art Museum, 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, 80204, United States
Drop in for hands-on artmaking with your little ones!

Second Wednesday of the month
10 am–1 pm
extended summer hours in June, July, and August from 10 am–2 pm (Note: Create Playdate is not offered in September)
Meet in the Just for Fun Family Center (North Building, level 2, Duncan Pavilion)

This playful program for toddlers and their parents, grandparents, or caregivers includes:

a fun new art project each month inspired by artwork in the museum
storytime in front of the artwork
instructor-guided close looking to explore the artwork

The Denver Art Museum’s family and community programs team has designed these projects especially for preschool-aged children to build growing minds and inspire lifelong creativity. Some months include special guests from other cultural organizations, music, movement, and songs.
Create Playdate is best for ages 3-5, but older and younger siblings are welcome!
This program is included in general admission, which is free for kids and free for members. Create Playdate is a bilingual program (available in English and Spanish).
[Free with museum admission]
More info: http://denverartmuseum.org/programs/create-playdate

Caldecott Winning Author and Illustrator Dan Santat
2017-10-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Sam Gary Library, 2961 Roslyn St, Denver, CO, 80238, United States
Meet the author and illustrator of The Adventures of Beekle: the Unimaginary Friend and enjoy crafts and activities inspired by Dan’s newest book, After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again). Books signing to follow.
[Free]
More info: Author Illustrator Dan Santat

Best Urban Hikes: Denver, with Author Chris Englert
2017-10-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Park Hill Library, 4705 Montview Blvd., Denver, CO, 80207, United States
Chris Englert has hiked all of Denver’s major trails and has led urban hikes in all 78 Denver neighborhoods. When all you want to do is lace up your shoes and get on a trail, these routes are Denver’s best urban hikes, taking you through 30 local nature areas – many just a few minutes’ drive from home. A natural storyteller, she invites you along as she explores the world, one walk at a time.
[Free]
More info: Best Urban Hikes: Denver, with Author Chris Englert

What's in Your Gut?
2017-10-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Denver Museum of Nature and Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO, 80205, United States
As you’re probably well aware, there’s a lot going on in your gut, but did you realize our intestines have a place in history? Jessica Metcalf, assistant professor of animal sciences at Colorado State University, uses microbes preserved in coprolites (ancient fecal material) to characterize the gut microbiome of ancient humans, allowing her to map how our intestines have changed over time, particularly in the recent past due to western practices, such as widespread use of antibiotics, high-fat diets, and intense hygiene practices. Get up close and personal with these microscopic organisms, and find out the implications Metcalf’s research has for human health.
[$12 – $15]
More info and tickets: http://www.dmns.org/learn/adults/after-hours/whats-in-your-gut/

Halloween Green Screen
2017-10-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Byers, 675 Santa Fe Dr., Denver, CO, 80204, United States
Make custom prints of yourself in classic horror films, creepy black and white photos, or just have fun with the library’s green screen. They can even break out the fog machine for some extra no-filter photo effects. Enjoy Halloween candy, coffee and cookies. Ideal for ages 18 and up.
[Free]
More info: Halloween Green Screen

SCFD Free Day: Four Mile Historic Park
2017-10-13 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]

Coloring with The Tarot Lady
2017-10-13 18:00 - 20:00 | CO
Curous about Tarot? Want to learn how to read Tarot cards? Not sure where to even start?
The Tarot Lady, Theresa Reed, is coming all the way from Milwaukee to Trunk Nouveau at Stanley Marketplace – for a one-night-only, coloring extravaganza with her book The Tarot Coloring Book on October, Friday the 13th.
This event is free and for all ages. Join us and unveil your talent for tarot with The Tarot Lady.
[Free]
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/129634727660653/
Trunk Nouveau in Stanley Marketplace, 2501 Dallas St, Aurora, Colorado 80010

Black Sheep Friday
2017-10-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Museum of Contemporary Art, 1485 Delgany St, denver, CO, 80202, United States
The final Black Sheep of the season on January 19, is going to be a full museum takeover!! Not only will the first 100 people through the door get a free Ratio Beerworks brewski (21+), but there will be a youth mariachi band, Casa Bonita musicians, and grilled snacks on hibachi grills throughout!
This season of Black Sheep Friday is going to be absolute bananas. That’s right. B.A.N.A.N.A.S. You’re going to learn everything you never knew you’ve always wanted to know. And do everything you never knew you’ve always wanted to do. It’s malarkey at its finest.
Visitors are encouraged to drop by at any time and participate. All events are first-come-first-served. Capacity can be limited.
Happy Hour 5-7PM | Event 7-9PM in the MCA Cafe.
The museum is open until 9PM on Fridays
[Free with $5.00 museum admission (Members free)]
More info: https://mcadenver.org/events/series/black-sheep-friday
The 2017 Lineup:

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13: BLACK SHEEP FRIDAY LUCKY 13

CHARM MAKING TO KEEP THE EVIL SPIRITS AWAY

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27: BLACK SHEEP FRIDAY EXTREME GLAMOUR SHOTS

GLAMOUR SHOTS WHILE DOING SHOTS

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10: BLACK SHEEP FRIDAY CUPPING EXPRESS

COFFEE TASTING AND CUPPING THERAPY

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24: BLACK SHEEP FRIDAY ¡PINCHE LOTERIA!

LEARN TO CURSE IN SPANISH, BINGO STYLE

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 08: BLACK SHEEP FRIDAY LET’S GET METAPHYSICAL

CREATE A SIGIL AND PRACTICE CHAOS MAGICK

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22: BLACK SHEEP FRIDAY
XXX-MAS CRAFT FAIR

FRIDAY, JANUARY 05: BLACK SHEEP FRIDAY TEEN EDITION

BY TEENS, FOR EVERYONE

FRIDAY, JANUARY 19: BLACK SHEEP FRIDAY HIBACHI MARIACHI

SABER ACOMODAR CLOSING PARTY

Celestial Navigation
2017-10-13 19:30 - 21:00, 2017-10-14 19:30 - 21:00, 2017-10-15 14:00 - 15:30 | CO
Follow the adventures of our daring heroine as she travels the galaxy in her trusty hot air balloon and with her tiny-but-mighty sidekick at her side. From battling space sirens to rescuing her scatterbrained beau, the fun never stops for this star jumping traveler. Featuring a beguiling new album, “THE FLIGHT I FLEW” by the radiant Ian Cooke Band, you won’t want to miss Garrett Ammon’s newest (sci-fi) ballet.
[$22-$50]
Presented at two Denver metro area venues

Friday, October 13; 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 14; 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 15; 2:00 p.m.

Performing Arts Complex
at Pinnacle Charter School
1001 W. 84th Avenue
Denver, CO 80260
Get Directions
Venue Information

BUY TICKET – Tickets on sale exclusively through Wonderbound

Saturday, October 21; 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 22; 2:00 p.m.

PACE Center
Parker Arts, Culture & Events
20000 Pikes Peak Avenue
Parker, CO 80138
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BUY TICKETS – Tickets on sale exclusively through the PACE Center

Siren Song
2017-10-14 13:00 - 14:00 | 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.
From Buntport Theater, the people who brought you Trunks and Duck Duck Dupe!
[$7 online ($8 at the door)]
More info and tickets: https://buntport.com/2016/08/siren-song/

Opera Colorado Performance at Cherry Creek Shopping Center
2017-10-14 13:30 - 14:30 | Cherry Creek Mall, 3000 E First Ave, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Are you new to opera or do you attend all the time? Either way, this experience is for you. Come to the Cherry Creek Shopping Center and enjoy a free live performance by the Opera Colorado Young Artists (don’t let the name fool you, these are highly trained adult performers currently enrolled in Opera Colorado’s residency program). The wonderment of opera in unexpected places can be a mesmerizing experience, so bring the entire family. Performances will feature greatest hits from opera and musical theater.
[Free]
More info: https://www.operacolorado.org/tickets/opera-colorado-young-artists-cherry-creek-shopping-center/

Daybreaker: Totally '80s Hair Party
2017-10-15 09:00 - 12:00 | CO
Wake up and dance!! At a hair salon! In your best 80’s hair!
’80s hair is back, y’all — (well at least just for the morning.)

9a – 10a: Yoga set to a live DJ set by Kirby K

10a – 12p: Dance featuring J|Adore with MC Reace Daniel

+ Free coffee by Califia, healthy juices and breakfast bites
+ Live performances by Dance Is Love and special surprises
+ If you sign up for yoga, please bring a yoga mat!

Matthew Morris Salon (Broadway location!)
[$20 – $35]
More info and tickets: https://www.daybreaker.com/city/den/

SCFD Free Day at DMNS
2017-10-16 09:00 - 17:00 | Denver Museum of Nature and Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO, 80205, United States
Yay science! And yay free admission!
The Scientific & Cultural Facilities District is a voter-approved special district in the seven-county metro area that provides a stable source of supplemental funding to more than 300 scientific and cultural organizations inside the district’s boundaries. The SCFD collects a one-tenth of 1 percent sales-and-use tax (or one penny on every $10 spent), providing approximately $40 million each year to area cultural attractions both small and large.
A fee still applies to IMAX films, Planetarium shows, and temporary exhibitions. Reservations and amenities (lunchroom, coat and lunch storage, bus drop off, etc.) for school groups are not available on SCFD Community Free Days.
[Free]
More info: http://www.dmns.org/about-us/scfd-free-days/
2017 SCFD Community Free Days

Sunday, January 22
Monday, February 27
Monday, March 13
Monday, April 10 (Earth Day)
Sunday, April 30 (Día del Niño)
Sunday, June 4
Sunday, August 6
Monday, August 28
Sunday, September 17
Monday, October 16
Monday, November 13
Sunday, December 10

The Centennial State in 100 Objects
2017-10-16 13:00 - 14:00 | History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadway, Denver, 80203, United States
A marquee exhibition at the History Colorado Center will display 100 artifacts from the History Colorado collection to tell a story that’s often amazing, sometimes sad, but always colorful. Each piece serves as a portal to a meaningful episode in the state’s history and culture. Dr. William Wei, who conceived the idea for the exhibition and is writing the companion book, shares the inside story of the exhibition’s development, previews ten of his favorite items from it, and reveals the fascinating stories behind each of them.
[$11; Members: $9, $7 with student ID]
More info: http://www.historycolorado.org/event/centennial-state-100-objects
