Colorado Gives Day

For the sixth year, Community First Foundation and FirstBank are partnering to present Colorado Gives Day. Colorado Gives Day is an annual statewide movement to celebrate and increase philanthropy in Colorado through online giving. Why give on this specific day and through Coloradogives.org? Because your donation will go even farther thanks to a $1 million incentive.... Read More

From Giant Tortoises to Tiger Salamanders: Evolution Then and Now

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

Join the Museum of Nature and Science for a special screening of Galapagos 3D: Nature’s Wonderland. This IMAX film introduces you to a cast of animals and a collection of plants that have uniquely adapted to life on the isolated Galápagos Islands. After the film, hear from Scott Sampson of DMNS and Chris Pague from The Nature.... Read More

Holiday Tea and Tour at Byers-Evans House

Byers-Evans House 1310 Bannock Street, Denver, CO, United States

Enjoy a guided tour of the historic Byers-Evans House followed by tea sandwiches, scones, fresh fruit and desserts at a special holiday tea. Holiday Teas and Tours will take place on December 5, 7, 9, 14 and 16 from 12:30p - 2:30p. Tickets are $20 for History Colorado members, $25 for nonmembers and $18 for.... Read More

The Discovery of the South Pole

Ross-Cherry Creek Library 305 Milwaukee St, Denver, CO, United States

A free lecture from Creative Minds: December 15th is the anniversary of the discovery of the South Pole by Roald Amundsen, "the last of the Vikings."  The race to the South Pole was one of the greatest international races prior to the race to the moon and was full of tragedy and triumph.  It featured tiny,.... Read More

Free Tours of the Governor’s Mansion

Governor's Mansion 400 East 8th Avenue, Denver, CO, United States

The Governor's Residence, Governor's Residence Preservation Fund, American Society of Interior Designers and Colorado Homes & Lifestyles welcomes the public to attend FREE holiday tours offered Thursday, December 3 through Sunday, December 6 and again on Thursday, December 10 through Sunday, December 13 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Tours begin at the Eighth Avenue main.... Read More

Moulin Rouge Christmas – SOLD OUT

Molly Brown House 1340 Pennsylvania St, Denver, CO, United States

Join the fun-loving and historically-savvy folks of the Molly Brown House for an evening for young professionals (ages 21-40) that combines cocktails, munchies, activities and a dive into Denver's rich history. The theme changes each month and tickets are $15 (this includes programming and 1 drink). Learn more and purchase tickets here. December Event Theme Description.... Read More

The History of Tea

Sam Gary Library 2961 Roslyn St, Denver, CO, United States

A free lecture presented by Active Minds: Other than water, tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world and one of the oldest, tracing its roots (so to speak) to at least the 5th century BCE.  Join Active Minds as we tell the story of tea, including the role it played in colonial empire.... Read More

Pajama Christmas Carol & Hora-Around-the-Menorah

Little Man Ice Cream 2620 16th Street,, Denver, CO, United States

Join Little Man Ice Cream for their 3rd annual community-wide singalong. Local school choirs will serenade and strum the tunes of our diverse community and Hal Aqua and the Lost Tribe will give a spirited Klezmer nod to the Jewish holiday on the 5th night of Chanukkah. More info: http://www.littlemanicecream.com/event/pajama-christmas-carol-hora-around-the-menorah/

Holiday High Tea at the Molly Brown House

Molly Brown House 1340 Pennsylvania St, Denver, CO, United States

Do you know most of the decorations on the Victorian Christmas tree were homemade? Paper chains, decorated cookies, popcorn and cranberry strings. One special ornament was the "cornucopia," a paper cone, decorated with cut-outs and ribbon, and filled with candy or small toys. Learn more holiday traditions in the Brown’s decorated home and create your.... Read More

Denver Pavilions Holiday Carousel

Denver Pavilions 500 16th St, Denver, CO, United States

Bring a can of food to donate to the Food Bank of the Rockies and you can ride the Denver Pavilions Holiday Carousel for free! Visitors can also score a free ride on the carousel with a voucher from a shop or restaurant at Pavilions. The carousel is open daily 12/11 - 12/23, 9a -.... Read More