Comics for People Who (Think They) Don’t Like Comics

Central Library 10 W 14th Ave, Denver, CO, United States

It's 2017 and we know comics aren't just for kids and nerd culture is no longer relegated to the underground. But what if you'd pick a Wes Anderson movie over the newest Marvel installment? Join a reformed literary snob to get some graphic novel guidance. More info: Comics for People Who (Think They) Don't Like Comics

Meet Your Muslim Neighbor! CMS Open House

Everyone is invited to an open house at Colorado Muslim Society's Denver Mosque. Get to know your muslim neighbors while enjoying light refreshments. More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1656757531293796/ Colorado Muslim Society - Denver Mosque 2071 S Parker Rd, Denver, Colorado 80231

Music in the Galleries: La Pompe Jazz Band

Clyfford Still Museum 1250 Bannock Street, Denver, CO, United States

Music was part of Still’s life from an early age. Still played piano and memorized works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Schubert. His record collection, which is part of the Museum’s archives, includes an eclectic mix of classical, jazz, traditional, gospel, blues, and folk. If you share Still’s appreciation for music, join us for these live.... Read More

Event Series SCFD Free Day at DMNS

SCFD Free Day at DMNS

Denver Museum of Nature and Science 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO, 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.... Read More

Pi Day with Long i Pie

Ford-Warren Library 2825 High St, Denver, CO, United States

Pi Day is celebrated on March 14th (3/14) around the world. Pi (Greek letter “π”) is the symbol used in mathematics to represent a constant — the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter — which is approximately 3.14159. Learn the formula for making a mini pie and learn the history of.... Read More

Where in the World: Libraries in Serbia

Central Library 10 W 14th Ave, Denver, CO, United States

​Libraries promote lifelong learning all over the world, but have you ever wondered what they are actually like in other countries? Becky Geller will present photos, discussion, and fun facts about her recent library and museum tour of Serbia, including details on U.S. Embassy partnership programs in the Balkans. More info: Where in the World: Libraries.... Read More

Réfugiés 101 – Let’s Talk About the Lives of our Refugees

Alliance Française 571 Galapago St., Denver, CO, United States

There Alliance Française is teaming up with the African Community Center for a look at the lives of refugees in the Denver area. One-hour presentation followed by a Q & A. More info and tickets: http://www.afdenver.org/event/refugies-101/  

Moxie U: Developing Your Artist Pitch

Clyfford Still Museum 1250 Bannock Street, Denver, CO, United States

Join the Clyfford Still Museum, Art Students League of Denver, and Redline for a 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. Tuesday, March 14 @ Clyfford Still Museum 6-8PM Register on site.... Read More

Symphony 101

WeWork LoHi 2420 17th St, Denver, CO, United States

Exactly which one is the oboe? How do musicians even get a job with an orchestra? Does anyone on stage really watch the guy waving the stick? Join Remix (Colorado Symphony's young professionals group) as we shed light on these burning questions and more. The evening's conversation will include "A Week in the Life" of a Colorado.... Read More

Improving Education in Early Elementary: A Case for the PreK-3 Continuum in Colorado

Researchers have demonstrated that participation in high-quality early childhood programs improves academic, behavioral, socio-emotional and cognitive outcomes for all children, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Although benefits of high quality preschool have been found through adulthood, studies have revealed some benefits disappear by the time children are in third grade. Without alignment in curricula and.... Read More