FINAL WEEK: The Power of Poison

Denver Museum of Nature and Science 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO, United States

The Power of Poison offers a fascinating look at poison in nature, literature and forensic science at the Museum of Nature and Science. The exhibit is included in admission. DMNS' Top 10 Things to Do at the Exhibit: 1. Wander through a Colombian forest and explore poison in nature. 2. See live poison dart frogs and learn.... Read More

FINAL WEEK: Repeat/Recreate: Clyfford Still’s “Replicas”

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This exhibit of Clyfford Still's "replicas" (wait, abstract expressionists paint copies?! Fascinating and true) is one of our favorite exhibits yet to grace the beautiful rally spaces at the Clyfford Still Museum since it opened in 2011. You really should see it before it closes on January 10, 2016. Here's the exhibit description from the.... Read More

National Western Stock Show Kick-Off Parade

Union Station 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO, United States

The National Western Stock Show Kick-Off Parade is a sight to see with marching bands, floats, horseback riders, cowboys, cowgirls and yes…Longhorn cattle. The parade starts at Union Station and runs down 17th Street on Thursday January 7, 2016 at noon. In conjunction with the parade is the annual National Western BBQ Lunch beginning at.... Read More

Creative Mornings: Gregg Deal at the Denver Art Museum

Denver Art Museum 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, United States

Creative Mornings = Free coffee + Free breakfast + An inspiring speaker! About the Speaker: Gregg Deal is a husband, a father, an artist and a member of the Paiute Tribe of Pyramid Lake. As a provocative contemporary artist/activist and current Native Arts Artist-in-Residence at the Denver Art Museum, much of Gregg’s work deals with indigenous.... Read More

Juan Thompson (Son of Hunter S.) Author Talk

Tattered Cover Book Store 2526 East Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO, United States

Denver author Juan Thompson, who grew up in Woody Creek, Colorado with his father, Hunter S. Thompson, will read from, discuss, and sign his new memoir Stories I Tell Myself: Growing Up with Hunter S. Thompson ($26.95 Knopf) "A tender but tough tale of growing up as the son of the fearsome, charismatic and unrestrained writer, Hunter.... Read More

The Whiffenpoofs with The Baker’s Dozen

Newman Center for the Performing Arts 2344 East Iliff Avenue, Denver, CO, United States

This will be the sixth consecutive year the Whiffenpoofs, the world’s oldest and best-known collegiate a cappella group, have performed at the Newman Center, and joining them this year will be fellow Yale a cappella group The Baker’s Dozen. Tickets: $15 - $33 More info and tickets: http://www.newmancenterpresents.com/whiff-bd/ ABOUT THE WHIFFENPOOFS: Founded in 1909, the “Whiffs” began as.... Read More

Artist Demo: Melanie Yazzie – Acrylic Painting on Wood Panel

Denver Art Museum 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, United States

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 9–10: Melanie Yazzie – Acrylic Painting on Wood Panel January 16–17: April.... Read More

National Western Stock Show

National Western Complex 4655 Humboldt St., Denver, CO, United States

A true Denver tradition, the National Western Stock Show is celebrating its 110th year. During the 16 days of the event, one can take in a variety of horse shows, rodeo events (yes, there's bull riding), livestock contests, dance performances and live music. Growing up, we often went to the Stock Show with school to.... Read More

Stompin’ Ground Games: Montbello and Green Valley Ranch

African Grill and Bar 18601 Green Valley Ranch Blvd #100 , Denver, CO, United States

Free African food! Free poetry! Fascinating people and a look at two more of Denver's great neighborhoods, Montbello and Green Valley Ranch. Join Warm Cookies of the Revolution for the next installment of the Stompin' Ground Games, a year-long celebration of the rich history and diversity of Denver neighborhoods. Come hear stories from some local living.... Read More

The Whiffenpoofs with The Baker’s Dozen

Newman Center for the Performing Arts 2344 East Iliff Avenue, Denver, CO, United States

This will be the sixth consecutive year the Whiffenpoofs, the world’s oldest and best-known collegiate a cappella group, have performed at the Newman Center, and joining them this year will be fellow Yale a cappella group The Baker’s Dozen. Tickets: $15 - $25 More info and tickets: http://www.newmancenterpresents.com/whiff-bd/ ABOUT THE WHIFFENPOOFS: Founded in 1909, the “Whiffs” began as a.... Read More