Events

Learn all about the Denver Public Library's recording studio and media conversion station. See how you can record your voice, create music, or digitize your tapes or vinyl records. After this orientation session, you can sign up for your own time at: denverlibrary.org/studio-ctc 4th floor, ideaLAB More info: Studio Tutorial

In this interactive talk, Kathleen Hynes, Ph.D., Volunteer Speaker for the ACLU of Colorado will review the work of the ACLU through some of its major local and national cases. The cases will cover topics such as, juvenile justice, free speech, LGBT rights, immigrant rights, privacy rights and voting rights. More info: ACLU 101

3…2…1… BLAST OFF – Be the first to experience some of the brand new music, costumes and dance in Garrett Ammon’s space-faring adventure, Celestial Navigation! Featuring live music by Ian Cooke Band, this intimate evening will offer audiences an exclusive Q&A with the artists, snacks and libations. More info and tickets: https://wonderbound.com/shows-events/celestial-navigation/teaser-episode-14/

Join the Still Museum for a thought-provoking lecture with Still & Art curator David Anfam to examine Still’s dialogue with world art history and its impact on Still as an artist. At the time of his mammoth 1979 retrospective at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, Clyfford Still provocatively declared, “My work is.... Read More

In October of 2001, the U.S. led a coalition invasion of Afghanistan seeking to oust the ruling Taliban and find Al Qaeda leaders, including Osama bin Laden in the immediate aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. Join Active Minds for a look at the story of Afghanistan, both before and since 9/11. We will also take.... Read More

The Dikeou Collection presents the twenty fourth installment of the Dikeou Literary Series. Please join us for readings by Marie Conlan, Brit Parks, Vincent Carafano, and Ella Longpre. This event is free and open to the public. More info: http://dikeoucollection.org/event/dikeou-literary-series-marie-conlan-brit-parks-vincent-carafano-ella-longpre/ MARIE CONLAN is a Minnesota native currently residing in Colorado. She earned her MFA from the Jack Kerouac School of.... Read More

Creative Mornings = Inspiration + Breakfast Anyone who’s ever dipped a toe into the creative process knows it can be brutal. Pursuing personal projects or dreams - and putting them out there to be seen by others - can feel like navigating a very treacherous gauntlet. Even while we’re nudged by deep creative longings, most.... Read More

This workshop will focus on the artist Giasco Bertoli. Workshops are free to attend, and materials as well as light refreshments will be provided. Giasco Bertoli is a photographer and filmmaker originally from Switzerland who now lives and works in Paris, France. Popular culture has been a common theme in his work since the 1990s, and his photograph, I.... Read More

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

Transfiguring your isolated hyper-reality into a communal surreality! Participants will call in a vocal description of an Instagram feed to a google voicemail, receive a new translation of their perception, then create a hand-drawn "feed" from those words. The program will conclude with an outing to post the results around the neighborhood. FREE and open.... Read More

Bring your 2 to 5 year olds for storytime in History Colorado's Destination Colorado exhibit and learn about farms, cowboys and animals. We'll read stories and then have playtime in the exhibit before the museum opens. Free with admission! More info: http://www.historycolorado.org/event/story-time-28

Push away from the computer and escape the drudgery of the corporate cubicle for a new leash on life! Denver Public Library and Denver Animal Shelter are teaming up to help needy office workers and anyone seeking a little TLC. Come and let big-hearted, friendly adoption dogs take you for a walk. You might even.... Read More

Take a behind the scenes tour of the Saber Acomodar with MCA Denver's Curatorial Associate, Zoe Larkins. Bring your curiosity, questions, your art friends, and enjoy. Tour is free with museum admission. Simply tell the front desk you are here for the tour and they will get you to where you need to be. More.... Read More

Ashlee Mack, director of piano studies, Knox College James Romig, professor of music theory and composition, Western Illinois University Music exists in time, which moves in only one direction. Because of this, many works of music provide a listener with a relatively narrow aesthetic path. A viewer of visual art, on the other hand, is.... Read More

Ink Lounge invites you to don your fanciest black T-shirt and join them in celebrating their 10 Year Anniversary. As they open their doors for this special October First Friday, Ink Lounge founders Stu and Nicky Alden are greeting folks with new screenprint art on the walls, studio tours, music, giveaways and big thank you.... Read More

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..... Read More

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.... Read More

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..... Read More

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.... Read More

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. More info: Author Illustrator Dan Santat

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’.... Read More

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. More info: Halloween Green Screen

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.... Read More

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.... Read More

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.... Read More

Working with poetic and music-making devices, we're going to create some music beats, play out African drum beats and write poetry/lyrics to go with it. The songs and spoken word pieces that come from this will hopefully be inspired by wonder and what makes people feel adventurous. There will be a focus on tying the.... Read More

You're invited to the ribbon cutting for "A Year With Ai Weiwei: Circle of Animals/Zodiac Heads" followed by reception and discussion with curator, Taliesin Thomas. Guests are invited to meet at Sea Lions Fountain on north end of Civic Center Park at 5:30 p.m. to view Circle of Animals/Zodiac Heads and hear brief remarks about.... Read More

Whether it's asking your boss for a raise, presenting a sprint demo or pitching a prospective customer, most of us are in sales whether we like it or not. This workshop is geared toward: Entrepreneurs & salespeople who want to differentiate from the competition Client-facing team members who want to be more influential speakers Executives.... Read More

Making pasta is an art form, but it’s also one that can be attempted—and mastered—at home. Join Elise Wiggins, chef-owner (and pasta extraordinaire) of Cattivella, and Amanda M. Faison, the former food editor of 5280 Magazine to discuss Jen Louis’ Pasta By Hand, where one discovers that crafting an Italian feast doesn’t have to be.... Read More

Looking Forward: Demographic Change, Economic Shifts, and the Role of the Arts a conversation with Manuel Pastor Denver—like much of the metropolitan United States—is experiencing a combination of demographic and economic change. While increasing diversity is welcomed by many, it is feared by others. These diverging views are playing out against a backdrop of growing.... Read More

Is anything more powerful and effective than violence? Come for the thumb wrestling tournament, video games, and martial arts demonstration, stay for even more stupid questions like why do the most privileged use violence the most? and if hitting is so wrong, why does it feel so good? More info: http://www.warmcookiesoftherevolution.org/event/stupid-questions-stupid-talents-is-anything-more-powerful-and-effective-than-violence/

Learn about this delicious and sustainable protein option from Wendy McGill of the Rocky Mountain Micro Ranch. The Rocky Mountain Micro Ranch, situated in Denver’s Valverde neighborhood, is the first farm in Colorado to raise insects for food and feed. Sample baked goods made with insects, learn about many of the foods that you can.... Read More

There’s no place in the world quite like New York City. From Broadway to Wall Street, Little Italy to Central Park, New York has a history and an energy all its own. Join us as we virtually visit one of the world’s most important cities. We’ll explore its past and present, and the important people.... Read More

Have you ever wanted to play hide-and-seek in a government building? Join us after the library closes for pizza and hide-and-seek (with glowsticks)! Wear your Halloween costume if you wish. Ideal for grades 6-12. *Registration and a permission slip are required, contact the Park Hill library for details. More info: After Hours Hide-and-Seek

Tiny Tots gets children truly “inside the orchestra” by seating the audience on the floor and surrounding them with our 30+ piece professional orchestra. The conductor faces the audience and talks directly to the kids throughout the performance, asking questions and teaching them about the music as it is playing around them. Designed for children.... Read More

Trick or Treat! Celebrate the season with Denver Public Library at a special Storytime at Sweet Action Ice Cream, complete with a free scoop at the end for up to 50 participants. Return for the Broadway Halloween Parade starting at 6 p.m. Costumes highly encouraged! Open to all ages. Please meet at Sweet Action Ice.... Read More

Celebrate the publication of Navajo Textiles, a beautiful new volume highlighting 57 incredible Navajo weavings in the Crane American Indian Collection. Scholars, curators, and Navajo weavers lent their insights into the rich history and artistry of the artifacts, accompanied by beautiful photographs. Laurie Webster, a preeminent textiles scholar and lead author, will share how this fine collection arrived at.... Read More

Mountains, stars, crowns, flowers - these symbols appear in the tarot and are often unnoticed. We will examine overlooked symbols of the tarot, what they mean and how they relate to you. Erica Walker Adams will show you how to read tarot using symbolism, and how this can be applied to interpreting symbols in your.... Read More

This program is part of an annual series presented in partnership with Bird Conservancy of the Rockies. When animal populations are impacted by human-caused changes, they are forced to move to new places, modify how they behave, or face extinction. Ellen D. Ketterson, professor of biology at Indiana University Bloomington, addresses our need as invested citizens to understand.... Read More

Bring your little ghosts and goblins to enjoy a spooky celebration featuring trick-or-treating at merchant shops, a costume parade from the Plazas through the Great Hall and a contest with prizes for best costume and best group/family costume. There might be a scare here and there, along with great adult drink specials and fun! More.... Read More

Need some creepy decorations for the holiday? Channel your inner Sid from Toy Story, and hack up some dolls and action figures to create scary hybrid toys. Ideal for ages 18 and up. More info: Frankenstein Toy Hack

ADULTS ONLY (21+) DINOS! After Dark will feature new jack-o-lantern sculptures in addition to our traveling exhibit, DINOS! Live at Denver Zoo. A taster ticket is available and includes 10 samples in the beer garden. The event will feature live entertainment, pumpkin carving, and more fall fun. End the night with a Dinosaur Sex Talk,.... Read More

Sample and take home recipes for plant-based hearty meals to eat at home or share at potlucks during football season. More info: Chili for the Chilly Weather

Enjoy trick or treating and not-so-scary fun throughout the Central Library, plus, a party in the Children’s Library and a glow in the dark experience. Costumes are optional, but welcome. Ideal for ages 0-12 and caregivers. More info: Trick or Treat Street

Since 2002, the American Association of Paranormal Investigators (AAPI) has been a non-profit assembly devoted to research and documentation of paranormal phenomena and assisting individuals who are unable to deem or understand what lies outside our existing sight. Representatives from the Denver-based research group will discuss the technology and scientific methods used in paranormal investigations,.... Read More

Experience LIVE drag and comedy OVER a bad movie! Hosted by 2017 Ultimate Queen Winner Evelyn Evermoore with special guests Jessica L'Whor and Her? ! The Sie FilmCenter's newest cinematic incarnation stars plucky drag hostess Evelyn Evermoore as she and two of her best Judys brighten up a bad movie - in this case, Ed.... Read More

An Old South Gaylord Halloween Tradition! Trick or Treat Street is a family event where kids and adults can show off their costumes and enjoy candy and food on the block. Wine and beer available for parents. More info: http://www.oldsouthgaylord.com/trick-or-treat-street

Words Beyond Bars is providing a unique opportunity for participants to read and respond to poetry of people who are incarcerated, literally “on the same page.” The pages, filled with comments and encouragement in colorful ink, are mailed to the writers with transformative results. Inmates feel like a positive part of their community—often for the.... Read More

Sprout that Life Presents: Plant Based Records, a vegetable beat-making workshop Using fresh produce as live instruments, attendees will have the chance to "play with their food," using unique patented technology that turns food into live sounds by touching it. More info: http://understudydenver.com   Understudy is a first-of-its-kind arts and culture experimental space, located in the.... Read More

This program is part of an annual series presented in partnership with Bird Conservancy of the Rockies. Examine the true brilliance of birds and delve into the mysteries of their avian brains with acclaimed science and nature writer Jennifer Ackerman, author of the new book The Genius of Birds. From the beaches of Barbados to the.... Read More

Plant Based Records hosts a fundraiser and pop-up juice bar, as well as an artsy film garden celebrating the 10th Element of Hip Hop. This includes Open bboy cypher with DJ Cavem and Shea Live on the Beats, showcasing collaborative art by Thomas "Detour" Evans for November's first Friday. More info: http://understudydenver.com Understudy is a first-of-its-kind.... Read More