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What was known as the Soviet Union dissolved twenty-five years ago this past December. Join Active Minds as we explore the history of the Soviet Union as well as the causes of its failure. In addition, we will discuss the continued relevance of the Russian Federation, the influence of Vladimir Putin, and ongoing challenges to.... Read More
The recent unexpected death of Antonin Scalia has created one of the most charged political events in a generation. Join Active Minds as we examine the current dynamics surrounding filling a vacancy on the highest court in the land. We will look at past confirmations in order to better understand the intricacies of the process..... Read More
Aspiring detectives are invited join us after the library closes to the public for a teens only event from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Come tour Willy Wonka’s amazing chocolate factory and stay for dinner. Then you will be challenged to solve the mystery of Willy Wonka’s murder. Interview the suspects. Search the library for clues..... Read More
The year 1963 is considered a definitive year in the history of the civil rights movement. It also saw the peak of the Cold War, the seeds of the feminist movement, the rise of the youth culture, and the tragic assassination of John F. Kennedy. Join Active Minds as we travel back in time to.... Read More
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, newly independent Norway against the.... Read More
Join Active Minds as we trace the rise and fall of the Age of the Vikings. We will describe their origins in Scandinavia and how they extended their reach into Europe, North America, and beyond. We will explain the culture and traditions of the Norse Warriors, including their distinctive horned helmets and unique ships. Finally,.... Read More
The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is currently featuring a special exhibit on Chocolate. The story of chocolate is a "rich" tale indeed. It involves aristocracy and slavery, innovation and coincidence. Pivotal roles were played by both Christopher Columbus and Hernando Cortéz. Join Active Minds as they describe how extremely bitter cacao beans are transformed.... Read More
A free lecture presented by Active Minds: Perhaps no other city in the world conjures such distinct images as the gondolas plying the canals of Venice. Join us for a virtual tour of this beautiful and historic city that is visited by more than 20 million tourists each year. We will cover the story of.... Read More
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
As we prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday, join Active Minds for a program on the history and origins of the holiday and its associated traditions. Free lecture from Active Minds. More info: http://www.activeminds.com/events_denver.html
