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Join the Tattered Cover Book Store, UCD's College of Arts & Media, KUNC 91.5, and the Sie FilmCenter (in the Lowenstein CulturePlex, next door to the Tattered Cover Colfax Avenue) for an exploration of the world of classic movies, hosted by film critic Howie Movshovitz. All programs begin at 1:00 pm. Tickets are $1.00, and.... Read More
On Exhibit through January 8, 2017 You’ve seen them on the website, on Facebook, and probably in your own family photo albums, those pictures that just scream awkward! Join the History Colorado Center this holiday season as we celebrate the perfectly imperfect moments that come with the family experience. Take comfort in the fact that.... Read More
Make art with a local artist! All supplies provided; no experience necessary. Come create your own fictional world through poetry, map making, and illustration via hands-on art-making alongside artist Wes Sam-Bruce of The Curious Life, as he works on his forthcoming illustrated book, The Wonder Sound: A Field Guide. Just for TEENS. More info: http://mcadenver.org/mca-denver-teen-events.php
Through Target's generous sponsorship of the Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus, families can play for FREE the first Tuesday of each month from 4p - 8p. About the Children's Museum: http://mychildsmuseum.org/events/EventDetail/target-tuesday-nights
One of our favorite exhibitions of the year is coming to a close. Go see it RIGHT NOW! Some 6,000 tiny paintings make up this fascinating body of work exploring conspiracy theories, the meaning or life and where the world if headed. If you haven't been to Leon Gallery before, don't be shy. The curators.... Read More
Make art with a local artist! All supplies provided; no experience necessary. Come create your own fictional world through poetry, map making, and illustration via hands-on art-making alongside artist Wes Sam-Bruce of The Curious Life, as he works on his forthcoming illustrated book, The Wonder Sound: A Field Guide. Just for TEENS. More info: http://mcadenver.org/mca-denver-teen-events.php
Update: Due to cold temperatures, the Stock Show Parade has been cancelled and will not be rescheduled. The National Western Stock Show Kick-Off Parade is a sight to see with 50 head of longhorn cattle, plus marching bands, floats, cowboys, cowgirls and county beauty queens all parading through the heart of downtown (17th Ave. between Union Station.... Read More
Make art with a local artist! All supplies provided; no experience necessary. Come create your own fictional world through poetry, map making, and illustration via hands-on art-making alongside artist Wes Sam-Bruce of The Curious Life, as he works on his forthcoming illustrated book, The Wonder Sound: A Field Guide. Just for TEENS. More info: http://mcadenver.org/mca-denver-teen-events.php
Celebrate the closing of an excellent show by artist Jonathan Saiz. More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1724854057832566/
Woohoo!! Black Sheep Fridays 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.... Read More
Join the Art Students League of Denver (ASLD) and Lighthouse Writers Workshop (LWW) for a series of lectures about the intersection of literature and art. Co-presented by a writer and a visual artist or art historian, each session pairs a work of literature and a work of visual art together. The speakers discuss both, and make connections.... Read More
The 16-day National Western Stock Show opens Saturday, January 7, and features a BBQ Throwdown competition presented by Chevrolet, an authentic Ranch Rodeo, championship fiddle competitions, PBR bull riding, family-fun dog shows, Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin’, Coors Western Art gallery, a nursery of baby animals, the King Soopers Petting Farm and acres of food and shopping. Tuesday, January 10th, is FREE Grounds Admission Day, compliments.... Read More
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..... Read More
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.... Read More
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. Two show times: 1p - 2p and 3p - 4p More info and tickets: http://buntport.com/2016/08/siren-song/
The Headlines. The Music. The News Reels. The Serials. The Advertisements. Enjoy your favorite classics presented exactly as they were upon their original release. Presenting: The Great Dictator. Sunday, January 8th at 1pm. USA | 1940 |125 min Classics in Context from the Denver Film Society presents beloved classics, in a way that has not been seen in.... Read More
Join us for an evening of musical selections performed by the Harlem Quartet and a fascinating discussion of the use of music in the plays of Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Quiara Alegría Hudes. Hudes studied music composition at Yale University, where she earned her B.A., and playwriting at Brown University, earning an M.F.A. Denver actress, director,.... Read More
This four-week series from the Denver Film Society investigates Buddhism in film. The series will look at two Korean films that explicitly, and beautifully, visually portray monastic Buddhism in Asia today, and two films set in America which seem to carry significant Buddhist themes and references in surprising ways. Viewers are invited to consider the films as related pairs.... Read More
The Colorado Symphony continues the time-honored tradition hosting the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Concert & Humanitarian Awards at Boettcher Concert Hall. Celebrating its 26th year, this annual event recognizes four humanitarian leaders who live and lead in the example of peace and equality exemplified by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Admission is free, but.... Read More
Shop boutique items, snag local gems and grab a delicious bite (to go or stay) at our monthly gathering (November - April) of food and fashion trucks on the second Thursday of every month, from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm in Civic Center Park. More info: http://www.civiccenterconservancy.org/event-civic-center-nosh--posh_89.html The Thursday, January 12 lineup includes the following: Arepas House Basecamp.... Read More
Come write a letter to someone you love, or hate, or even to yourself. Check out inspiring and strange and beautiful letters from history, hear from people working on crucial issues about how a letter can help a cause, and find out how to go one step beyond letter writing as well. More info: http://www.warmcookiesoftherevolution.org/event/letter-writing-night/
The next frontier in space exploration is Mars and human habitation on the Red Planet isn’t much further away. Award-winning space journalist Leonard David wrote the companion book to a new National Geographic Channel series Mars, which documents and dramatizes the next 25 years as humans learn to live on this enduringly fascinating planet. Using.... Read More
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.... Read More
It's a free Friday event on the final weekend of Clyfford Still: The Works on Paper. Altius, the Fellowship String Quartet-In-Residence at University of Colorado Boulder, return to perform Beethoven’s String Quartet No. 14 in C# minor, Opus 131. Musicians include Andrew Giordano (violin), Joshua Ulrich (violin), Andrew Krimm (viola) and Zachary Reeves (cello). If you share Clyfford.... Read More
Average folks adventuring into the Unknown... 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. Two performances: 1:30p and 7:30p More info and tickets: http://www.storiesonstage.org/store/p10/Leaps_of_Faith.html
Average folks adventuring into the Unknown... 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. Two performances: 1:30p and 7:30p More info and tickets: http://www.storiesonstage.org/store/p10/Leaps_of_Faith.html
From Massachusetts to Florida, from Washington, D.C., to Hawaii, 50 Great American Places takes readers on a journey through American history. Sharing the inside stories of sites as old as Mesa Verde and Cahokia and as recently transformed as Silicon Valley and the Presidio of San Francisco, each essay provides historical and geographical context for.... Read More
KIM DICKEY: WORDS ARE LEAVES MCA Denver presents the first major survey of work by Boulder, Colorado-based artist Kim Dickey. Kim Dickey: Words Are Leaves, opening at MCA Denver October 7th, showcases the ceramic works for which Dickey is best known, as well as work in other media, ranging from textile to photography. The exhibition highlights.... Read More
Demolition, deconstruction, adaptive reuse? Join Historic Denver guest speakers to explore new tools that address existing buildings, density and growth, environmental impact and the character of our City. Speakers will discuss new tools that shift the demolition paradigm including Portland's new Deconstruction Ordinance and the growing number of Adaptive Reuse Ordinances in cities across the country. Guests:.... Read More
This four-week series from the Denver Film Society investigates Buddhism in film. The series will look at two Korean films that explicitly, and beautifully, visually portray monastic Buddhism in Asia today, and two films set in America which seem to carry significant Buddhist themes and references in surprising ways. Viewers are invited to consider the films as related.... Read More
Denver Arts & Venues, Denver Commission on Cultural Affairs, Denver Fire and Community Planning & Development invite you to Community Forum on Safe Creative Spaces & Artspace Collaboration Wednesday, January 18 5:30 p.m. McNichols Civic Center Building Please RSVP Denver Fire and Community Planning & Development are providing a forum for proactively getting information to.... Read More
Join the Alliance Française of Denver for a French film with English subtitles. More info and tickets: http://www.afdenver.org/event/jadore-cine-club-merci-patron-by-francois-ruffin-2016/
In one of the most unbelievable Downtown Denver events, guests can witness the 2017 Grand Champion Steer in our luxury formal room at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 20, 2017. The public are invited to pose for complimentary photos from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Reservations are not required. More info: http://www.brownpalace.com/national-western-champion-steer?_icid=steer-photo
Woohoo!! Black Sheep Fridays 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.... Read More
Artist & Member’s Preview: 5 - 6 PM, Public Reception: 6 - 9 PM Participating Artists: Ramón Bonilla, Molly Bounds, Thomas Evans, Sandra Fettingis, Ashley Frazier, Sarah Fukami, Megan Gafford, Jennifer Ghormley, Esther Hernandez, Andrew Huffman, Stephanie Kantor, John Lake, Sammy Lee, Suchitra Mattai, John McEnroe, Kelton Osborn, Collin Parson, Daisy Patton, George Perez, Ella Maria.... Read More
A new year kick off party with games, live music from teen musicians, fun foods, and immersive art experience. Just for TEENS. More info: http://mcadenver.org/mca-denver-teen-events.php
Returning by popular demand, Opera Colorado invites you to enjoy An Afternoon of American Song at the RedLine Gallery. Opera Colorado’s Young Artists (these are highly skilled adult singers who are a part of Opera Colorado's artist in residence program) will delight with a concert showcasing works by Jake Heggie, Charles Griffes, Stephen Sondheim and.... Read More
This exhibition is so much fun! Don't miss your chance to stand on the stage with a funky DIY craft-styled keytar and take silly photos. Nathan Carter's work exudes playfulness and is a delight to experience. More info: http://mcadenver.org/nathancarter
BODACIOUSSSS October 8, 2016 – January 29, 2017 Bodacioussss presents over twenty artists whose work is not only changing the definition of art, but also changing the ways in which art is produced and consumed. Unlike artists of the past century, whose works were validated through recognition in museums and galleries, the artists here move fluidly.... Read More
The Café des Artes series from the Alliance Française of Denver takes you inside French art and culture, but in English. More info and tickets: http://www.afdenver.org/event/cafe-des-arts-charlie-hebdo-the-french-politacal-caricature/
History Colorado welcomes in the new year with the luminous sound of The Still Tide to the Tiny Library Concert stage in January! Having left behind New York City’s jagged cityscape for the mountains of Denver’s skyline, indie rock trio The Still Tide has at last found a place to call home. Featuring the spacious.... Read More
This four-week series from the Denver Film Society investigates Buddhism in film. The series will look at two Korean films that explicitly, and beautifully, visually portray monastic Buddhism in Asia today, and two films set in America which seem to carry significant Buddhist themes and references in surprising ways. Viewers are invited to consider the films as related pairs.... Read More
The commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service continues with John Fielder, Colorado’s preeminent nature photographer. With Fielder as your guide, venture through the rivers, ruins, and mountains in our state’s national parks and monuments. By raft you’ll negotiate thousand-foot deep canyons of the Colorado, Yampa, Green, Arkansas, and Gunnison Rivers while.... Read More
Follow John James Audubon on a unique bird watching adventure inside the walls of the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Historic enactor Brian “Fox” Ellis will bring the famous ornithologist to life on a guided tour of Rare Birds Hall. Discover a plethora of amazing birds, such as the extinct passenger pigeon and Carolina.... Read More
Watch history come to life! Historic enactor Brian “Fox” Ellis returns to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science to portray John James Audubon in a live performance meticulously researched from Audubon’s journals, essays, and letters. Hear tales of Audubon’s adventures as he accomplished a first: drawing every bird in North America. Step back in.... Read More
Watch history come to life! Historic enactor Brian “Fox” Ellis returns to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science to portray John James Audubon in a live performance meticulously researched from Audubon’s journals, essays, and letters. Hear tales of Audubon’s adventures as he accomplished a first: drawing every bird in North America. Step back in.... Read More
Follow John James Audubon on a unique bird watching adventure inside the walls of the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Historic enactor Brian “Fox” Ellis will bring the famous ornithologist to life on a guided tour of Rare Birds Hall. Discover a plethora of amazing birds, such as the extinct passenger pigeon and Carolina.... Read More
Join the MCA Teens for a special teen edition of Black Sheep Friday to decorate mini cakes inspired by the one and only Beyonce. Don't miss your chance to make your own ***Flawless treat and sip on some lemonade. Just for TEENS. More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/341832952870584/
It’s cold outside! Come inside Friday nights this winter and join Clyfford Still for a new type of interactive gallery talk experience that helps you see what’s on view in new ways. Perfect for date night, this program features gallery activities and improvisational games facilitated by expert CSM guides. All unTours begin at 7 p.m. More.... Read More
Hey Go Play Denver fans! Let's go on a field trip! New year, new adventures, right? Join a group of curious and fun-loving people, our chief of programming Tara Bardeen and museum educator Jennifer Moss Logan for an exclusive tour of Mummies: New Secrets from the Tombs at Denver Museum of Nature and Science. We've previewed the exhibit.... Read More
What does resistance look and feel like? When is it imperative? How do you do it? Can it be beautiful? Join Warm Cookies of the Revolution to explore these questions, hear a talk by Civil Resistance researcher Erica Chenoweth, and learn from past and current resistance movements about what it means to resist today. More info: http://www.warmcookiesoftherevolution.org/event/sunday-school-for-atheists-resistance/
Receive a rare look at mummies from ancient Egypt and Peru, many on public display for the first time. Mummies: New Secrets from the Tombs shows how CT scans, 3D computer modeling, and DNA analysis are revealing new discoveries about the lives and cultures of people who lived thousands of years ago. The experience is.... Read More
A book club with a European twist! Join the Alliance Française for a monthly book club in English. Learn more about this month's book title and see the other titles in the series: http://www.afdenver.org/event/european-book-club-so-you-dont-get-lost-in-the-neighborhood/
This four-week series from the Denver Film Society investigates Buddhism in film. The series will look at two Korean films that explicitly, and beautifully, visually portray monastic Buddhism in Asia today, and two films set in America which seem to carry significant Buddhist themes and references in surprising ways. Viewers are invited to consider the films as related pairs.... Read More
CU School of Public Affairs: Anchor Institutions and Community Wealth Building In the economic development context, “Eds and Meds” are also referred to as “anchor institutions.” The term “anchors” suggests that these institutions are weighty and important, and will remain in Denver for the very long-term — unlike some corporations and businesses, whose physical location.... Read More
Through Target's generous sponsorship of the Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus, families can play for FREE the first Tuesday of each month from 4p - 8p. About the Children's Museum: http://mychildsmuseum.org/events/EventDetail/target-tuesday-nights
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm: Reception 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm: Presentation & Q+A About Raha Moharrak Raha is a Saudi mountain climber who has summited eight peaks around the globe. A graphic designer by training, Raha first became interested in climbing in 2011, when she decided to summit Mount Kiliminjaro. In 2013 she became the first.... Read More
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.... Read More
On the first Sunday of each month from 1:00 to 4:00 the Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls & Toys hosts a Community Day. On these days admission fees are waived. Instead, we ask that visitors just make a donation if they are able. Our suggested donation is $1 per person. Community Days are made possible by the citizens who.... Read More
