Before Star Wars was a cultural phenomenon, it was just a dream in the mind of George Lucas. Drawing from such diverse sources as samurai sagas, Westerns and sci-fi serials, the legendary auteur fashioned a modern-day myth that changed Hollywood forever. Co-presented by Denver Film Society and filmmaker Alexandre Philippe (The People vs. George Lucas, 33rd Denver.... Read More

The Narrators takes place on the 3rd Wednesday each month when hosts Andrew Orvedahl and Robert Rutherford present actors, comedians, musicians, writers, and other creative types telling true stories from their lives, centered on a monthly theme. FREE! And there's cold beer(donation suggested)! More info: http://www.buntport.com/calendar/calendar.htm#NARRATORS

Hooray! It's an SCFD Free Day! All the Free Days at Denver Zoo take place during the colder months (Jan, Feb and Nov) so don't wait for a warm sunny day to take advantage of the chance to see the zoo for free. Bundle up, bring your coffee and go! What is SCFD? Since 1989, Scientific.... Read More

Fantastic Voyage: A Year-Long Tour of the World at Ross-University Hills Branch Library. In 2016, go on a trip around the world from the comfort of the library! The talented teachers of Active Minds will whisk you away to a different location on the third Thursday of every month at 3 p.m. Get your “passport” stamped at.... Read More

Raise your cocktail glass and reflect not on resolutions but on days long ago, on origins and ancestors. Uncover the links in the fossil record that we share with our primate cousins and unearth how Homo sapiens became the distinct species we are today. You may be inspired to take up an early stone tool.... Read More

If you are a fan of TED talks, the Discovery Channel, Wikipedia binges, and drinking, Nerd Nite Denver is the show for you! This month, hear about what's being done to help homelessness in Denver; what it takes to put something in orbit around a planet; and how humor is used to spice up academic presentations..... Read More

With an emphasis on close observation and easy to grasp principles, this three-part (take one session or all 3), participatory workshop is designed to give all audiences the ability to appreciate even the most difficult works of contemporary art. Learn the basics of Art Fitness Training at the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver then flex.... 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): January 23–24 & 30–31: Libby Barbee – Multi Media Installation February 6–7: Carlos.... Read More

Learn about a movement that is sweeping the nation. Barbara Mariner, CEO of Live Simply Colorado, will discuss everything that’s involved in building a tiny house, including costs, land, legal issues and lifestyle considerations. Free and open to the public. No registration is required. More info: https://www.denverlibrary.org/event/engage/tiny-houses-big-dreams  

In December, Duncan Parks www.duncan-parks.com explored Denver Public Library's visual databases by building a drawing machine and creating an interactive piece of software to analyze visual connections and relationships and to create a series of drawings that in turn explore the interface between the natural environment and man-made structures. See this artist's amazing outcome while enjoying light.... Read More