Crack the genetic code during this evening of alleles and mutations. Dive into the gene pool and ponder personalized genomics, test your skill at sequencing DNA, and consider your own family tree while sipping a chromosomal cocktail.   Ages 21+ Only. (DMNS.org) Tickets: $12 (non-members), $10 (members) More info and tickets: https://secure1.dmns.org/products/1541-prophetic-genetics-ages-21.aspx

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. This monthly event happening on the 3rd Wednesday is FREE! September theme: Firsts. Check out thenarratorspodcast.com for details, and how to sign up to tell. More info: http://www.buntport.com/calendar/calendar.htm#NARRATORS

Not just one weekend, but TWO weekends of beer drinking, live music, keg bowling, long dog races, stein hoisting, bratwurst eating contests and German festival fun! This event is completely free to enter. Food and beverages can be purchased through tickets. Festival hours: Friday 5pm-2am, Saturday 11am-2am and Sunday 11am – 5pm. More info including the schedule of events: http://thedenveroktoberfest.com.... Read More

Coffee cupping is the industry standard for judging a brew’s flavor and overall quality. Participants will learn basic tasting vocabulary and skills, and then use these skills to sample some of Denver’s top coffee roasters, including Copper Door, Corvus and Kaladi Coffee. More info: https://www.denverlibrary.org/brewhaha

Enjoy a free concert with your Friday art walk in the Santa Fe Art District! Event Info: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10153440216371368 Concert Series: 8/7: Chase N the Dream (funk, R & B) 8/21: The Corporation (rock cover - Heart, Journey) 9/4: Chilli Willi (top 40, latin rock) 9/18: Dotsero (jazz)

During In Bloom (7/18 - 10/11) at the Denver Art Museum, the Flower Studio on the first floor of the Hamilton Building will host artist demonstrations each weekend, giving visitors the opportunity to observe and interact with artists from a variety of fields including oil painting, flower arranging, crochet and perfumery. You'll certainly want to check out the whole.... Read More

Free holiday crafting fun? Yes please! From the Organizer: You may know Stephen Brown from his telegenic appearances on Craft Wars; or you may know him from his crafting books, Glitterville’s Handmade Halloweenand Glitterville’s Handmade Christmas. But once you know this charismatic crafter, you are a fan for life. Stephen Brown is a tireless artisan who creates ingenious craft.... Read More

City O' City and Suspect Press present the first annual Denver Small Press Fest. Free and open to the public, the Small Press Fest event will showcase zines, prints, art books, journals, and periodicals from 30+ partners and vendors in the light-drenched ballroom of Savoy. Panel discussions, readings, DJs, and interactive installations will punctuate the day’s festivities..... Read More

Calling all crafters and kids! Make animal pull toys with this collection-inspired craft project hosted by History Colorado and Sadie Fox Studio. Coffee and pastries will be available to buy. All supplies included. Class fee: $8 (History Colorado members); $10 (non-members) More info and registration: http://www.historycolorado.org/event/historical-craft-society-1

Not just for the British! Learn how to incorporate tea into entrees, desserts and beverages with caterer Monica Kadillak. Free event! More info: https://www.denverlibrary.org/brewhaha