Cherry Creek Fresh Market – 19th Season!
Saturday, August 27th, 2016
1st Ave. & University Blvd.
The award winning Cherry Creek Fresh Market presents a high quality mix of Colorado growers and unique local gourmet food vendors representing the best of Colorado. Also enjoy chef demonstrations, kitchen and garden artisan products, gardening tips from Master Gardeners, live music and more in a fun and festive open-air shopping environment. More
Colorado 4-H Foundation Fundraiser
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Wednesday, August 31st, 2016
1001 Beulah Ave., Pueblo, CO81004
You could win a new Ford Truck at the Colorado State Fair. Raffle ticket sales directly benefit 4-H youth in Colorado. More
Call for St. Baldrick’s Shavees
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Wednesday, August 31st, 2016
Colorado Springs CO Online Registration
Call for St. Baldrick’s Shavees Jan. 30 – Mar. 5, 2015 Volunteer “shavees” raise funds and get bald to conquer childhood cancers while cheered on by crowds at Ivywild School. More
Golden Farmers Market
Saturday, August 27th, 2016
1019 10th St., Goden
The Golden Farmers Market, now produced by Colorado Fresh Markets, is a fun family destination. This charming 14 year-old creek-side market is adjacent to trails and parks and features a high quality mix of local produce, gourmet products, and delicious cuisine, with live music and more. More
Farmers Market & Chef Demo @ Union Station
Saturday, August 27th, 2016
1701 Wynkoop St.
Farmers market featuring 23 Colorado growers and 17 local food producers at Denver’s historic Union Station. Weekly chef demo program sponsored by EAT Denver, every Saturday 10-11am. More
Parker Quest
Saturday, August 27th, 2016
10851 S. Crossroads Dr. Parker, Co 80134
This annual Quest brings long-time residents and newcomers together to participate in fun activities and learn more about the community. This year, the journey begins (and ends) at the Schoolhouse, 19650 E. More
How People Make Things
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Sunday, August 28th, 2016
400 Quail Rd.
The Longmont Museum’s popular summer exhibition for families is back! How People Make Things, inspired by the factory tour segments from the Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood television series, offers hands-on activities using real factory tools and machines to create objects with four manufacturing processes. More
How People Make Things hands-on exhibition
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Sunday, August 28th, 2016
400 Quail Rd. Longmont, Co. 80501
Every object in our world has a story of how it is made. How People Make Things, the Longmont Museum’s new summer exhibition, tells that story by linking familiar childhood objects to a process of manufacturing that combines people, ideas and technology. More
Wheat Ridge Artist Studio Tour
Saturday, August 27th, 2016
7190 West 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
The self-guided tour will begin at 9 a.m. on August 27, with the studios closing at 2 p.m. More
Ride with Autism Scavenger Cruise and Block Party
Saturday, August 27th, 2016
Canyon Casino Blackhawk Colorado
Support the Autism Society of Colorado at this year’s Ride with Autism Scavenger Cruise & Block Party! Group starting location in Denver, CO between the hours of 9am – 11am. More
Kids Art Along
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Sunday, August 28th, 2016
15807 Teller County Road 1
Great hands-on art activities for kids, including sidewalk chalk murals, clay play, and face painting! August 27th-28th from 10am-2pm. More
Bear Creek Nature Center’s 40th Anniversary
Saturday, August 27th, 2016
Bear Creek Nature Center, 245 Bear Creek Road, CO 80906
Bear Creek Nature Center is the first nature center to open its doors for environmental education in Colorado. Celebrate 40 years with us! More
5TH ANNUAL YARN ALONG THE ROCKIES – YARN CRAWL 2016
Saturday, August 27th, 2016
1635 Tremont Pl
5TH ANNUAL YARN ALONG THE ROCKIES August 20 – 28, 2016. Bags By CAB Yarn Shoppe along with 16 local yarn stores across the Colorado Front Range! More
Women’s Hall of Fame Honors 16 Inductees With Two Exhibits During Black History Month
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
Blair-Caldwell African American Library
Sixteen outstanding African American women have been inducted into the Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame. Their portraits will be exhibited at the Blair-Caldwell Library in Denver. More
Salvador Dalí: INFERNO, PURGATORIO, PARADISO
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
30 W. Dale Street
This exhibition features an exquisite group of Salvador Dalí woodblock prints, recently accessioned into the FAC’s permanent collection. These woodblock prints feature depictions of chapters from Dante’s The Divine Comedy. More
A Reservoir of Occurrences: Stephen Batura
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs
A fresh vision of history June 11–Sept 18, 2016 Stephen Batura has become well-known as a Colorado artist whose subject matter has remained close to home. His exquisite paintings are based upon the historical images of little-known Denver photographer Charles Lillybridge. More
Under the Big Top
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
30 W. Dale Street
Animals, acrobats, clowns, and enthralled spectators are all depicted in their graceful, comedic, and death-defying glory through diverse media by internationally renowned artists such as Cindy Sherman, Edgar Britton, and Walt Kuhn, and – featured in the center ring – the shimmering series Le Cirque by Marc Chagall. More
Fun & Games: A show of Fiberworks by Elizabeth Morisette
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
201 S. College Avenue, Fort Collins, Co 80524
“Fun & Games: Lively Fiber Work by Elizabeth Morisette,” features work that incorporates toys and games in weavings and basketforms to explore the consumerist nature of contemporary childhood.
All New Women
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
30 W. Dale Street
This innovative exhibition pairs the esteemed portraiture of John Singer Sargent with provocative self-portrait photographs by contemporary artist Cindy Sherman, whose Society Portraits depict her as a number of aging women of means. This exhibition matches Sargent’s paintings with Sherman’s photographs to make statements about trailblazing women who forged new paths for future generations. More
Trees . . . Art and Soul
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
102 Canon Ave.
Trees . . . Art and Soul was inspired by the Native American Ute Tribe and their culturally modified “Prayer” Trees.
Periphery
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
30 W. Dale Street
Photographer Aaron Anderson captures the pride, dignity and beauty of those experiencing homelessness in Colorado Springs in a series of photos that will challenge the way you think about this marginalized group of people. With this exhibition, we hope to move a marginalized group of people from the periphery into focus.
A Reservoir of Occurrences: Stephen Batura
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, Co 80903
Stephen Batura has become well-known as a Colorado artist whose subject matter has remained close to home. His exquisite paintings are based upon the historical images of little-known Denver photographer Charles Lillybridge.
STEPHEN BATURA: A RESERVOIR OF OCCURRENCES
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
30 W. Dale Street
Stephen Batura has become well-known as a Colorado artist whose subject matter has remained close to home. His exquisite paintings are based upon the historical images of little-known Denver photographer Charles Lillybridge.
JOHN SINGER SARGENT & CINDY SHERMAN: ALL NEW WOMEN
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO 80903
This innovative exhibition pairs the esteemed portraiture of John Singer Sargent with provocative self-portrait photographs by contemporary artist Cindy Sherman, whose Society Portraits depict her as a number of aging women of means. Sherman is one of the most important living artists in the United States, and her work has taken photography to new and fascinating places.
All New Women: Cindy Sherman
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs
wo takes on women who change the world June 11–Sept 18, 2016 This innovative exhibition pairs the esteemed portraiture of John Singer Sherman is one of the most important living artists in the United States, and her work has taken photography to new and fascinating places. This exhibition matches Sargent’s paintings with Sherman’s photographs, and together they make curious visual statements about trailblazing women who forged new paths for the next generations.
Children’s History Hour – Milk: From Cow to Carton (ages 7-10)
Saturday, August 27th, 2016
215 S. Tejon St, Colorado Springs, Co
Take a peek into the life of a fairy cow, farmer, and glass of milk at Colorado Springs’ Sinton Dairy. Donations welcome!
Juried Exhibition of the International Guild of Realism
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
1261 Delaware in Denver
Gallery 1261 is proud to host and present this invitational exhibition judged by 1261’s very own curator, Quang Ho. This year’s juried exhibition will have a beautiful blend of many styles within the umbrella of realism such as classical realism, trompe l’oeil, photo realism, magic realism and contemporary realism.
UFO Landing for jobs at FTG Spaceport
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
FTG Airport
Governors office comes to see UFO at FTG Spaceport October 19th upcoming 20th anniversary open house demonstration from noon to 3:00 pm. Convenient, successful and safest air-space-star-line spaceport just for you right here in eastern Colorado.
T.E.V. Edelweiss Oktobe3rfest
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Sunday, August 28th, 2016
17832 Highway 8, Morrison, CO 80465
This is a family fun festival with games for both kids and adults. We will have German beer and home madefood.
March for Peace, Climate & Justice and Rally for Green Party Presidential Candidate Jill Stein
Saturday, August 27th, 2016
730 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Join Green Party Presidential Candidate Jill Stein on Saturday, August 27th for a March for Peace, Climate & Justice at Acacia Park (12:00pm) followed by a Rally at the All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church (1:30pm).
34th ANNUAL NEW LEGACIES: CONTEMPORARY ART QUILTS
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
417 W Magnolia St. Fort Collins, Colorado 80521
Opening Reception: Friday, July 8, 2016 One of the premier contemporary quilt exhibits in the country, this national exhibit showcases the best work of artists who are pushing the limits of the medium, working with new techniques and materials and creating breath-taking and beautiful art.
Plein Air Paint Your Park & Art Sale
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Sunday, August 28th, 2016
15807 Teller County Road 1
Pikes Peak Plein Air Painters and invited guest artists. View the Artists’ work in the visitor center theater.
Raft the River: An Educational Float Trip and Dinner on the CO River
Saturday, August 27th, 2016
927 HWY 340 Fruita, Colorado
This one-day float trip will provide attendees with a “behind the scenes” look at the work being done to rejuvenate the treasured riparian (riverside) area in the Grand Valley. After the float, participants will enjoy live music from Jack+Jill, delicious food, drinks (including beer from Copper Club Brewing Company), and prizes.
MetroDemic Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Sunday, August 28th, 2016
1512 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80202
Explore downtown Denver in a quirky online scavenger hunt. Your team has 90 minutes to save as many people as possible from a deadly epidemic armed only with your wits and your cell phones!
MetroDemic Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Sunday, August 28th, 2016
1512 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80202
Explore downtown Denver in a quirky online scavenger hunt. Your team has 90 minutes to save as many people as possible from a deadly epidemic armed only with your wits and your cell phones!
Colorado Military Taptoo
Saturday, August 27th, 2016
190 S Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
In the last weekend of August 2016, the Colorado Military Taptoo will return to Colorado Springs with an all new military music spectacle that includes military bands, precision drill teams, dancers, singers, and the international massed Pipes & Drums. The Colorado Military Taptoo is a show presented annually and is based on centuries old military tradition of ending the day.
Joann Brennan Lecture
Saturday, August 27th, 2016
1803 N 7th St, Grand Junction 81501
Joann Brennan is an artist, educator, and environmentalist whose work has been exhibited nationally and internationally. She was awarded a Guggenheim Fellowship in 2003 and a Smithsonian Artist Research Fellowship in 2010.
work time: An Installation of Contemporary Indigo Textiles by Rowland Ricketts
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
802 E. 2nd Avenue
The Durango Arts Center (DAC) presents “work time,” a solo installation of contemporary indigo textiles created by internationally renowned artist Rowland Ricketts, a textile designer and indigo farmer based in Bloomington, IN. The installation will layer from the ceiling and encompass the entirety of the Barbara Conrad Gallery.
Rio Carnival: Season-Opening Gala
Saturday, August 27th, 2016
30 W. Dale Street
The Annual Season-Opening Gala is a refined (yet fun!) black-tie celebration at the Fine Arts Center – one of our largest gatherings of the year that honors, supports and preserves the essential place the FAC holds in our community. This event celebrates the end of our fiscal year, and kicks off and embraces the excitement of the annual programming offerings for the coming season.
Del Maguey Pop-Up
Saturday, August 27th, 2016
3350 Brighton Boulevard
RiNo Yacht Club welcomes Del Maguey Single Village Mezcal for an evening of cocktails, tastings, authentic Oaxacan cuisine and a raw bar by resident chef, Theo Adley. Tickets include: Mezcal cocktails by Yacht Club beverage director McLain Hedges Tastings of Del Maguey’s rare and dynamic mezcal expressions Authentic Oaxacan dishes including a variety of moles East and West Coast oysters and other raw bar bites.
Denver Mart Drive In
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Sunday, August 28th, 2016
451 East 58th Ave
Denver Mart Drive In opens Memorial Day Weekend. Double Features PG / PG-13 Friday – Sunday nights $10.00 admission Kids 6 & under are free
A Night at the Trocadero
Saturday, August 27th, 2016
3775 Tennyson Street, Denver, CO 80212
The Historic Elitch Theatre is revisiting the former glory days of the Trocadero Ballroom during its end-of-summer, 125th anniversary celebration—A Night at the Trocadero on August 27. The evening will close out the 2016 summer programming in big band style with a performance by Denver’s Hazel Miller Band and dancing in the old Elitch’s carousel shell.
Suddenly, Last Summer
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Sunday, August 28th, 2016
7653 E. !st Place in Denver
What really happened last summer on the beaches of Cabeza de Lobo where young Sebastian Venable mysteriously died? Suspenseful and shocking, this is Tennessee Williams at his most poetic and revelatory.
Regional Premiere of Murder Ballad
Saturday, August 27th, 2016 – Sunday, August 28th, 2016
1560 Teller Street
The Edge Theater presents “Murder Ballad” – A steamy and fun musical thriller with a razor’s edge. Aug 26 – Sept 25, Fri./Sat. @ 8 p.m.; Sun. @ 6 p.m.; Industry Night, Sept. 12 @ 8 p.m.; Sat.
Colorado’s State Fair in Pueblo
Sunday, August 28th, 2016 – Wednesday, August 31st, 2016
110 W. City Center Drive, Pueblo, 81003
FAIR HOURS: – Mon.-Thurs…………………………….12:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. – Fri.-Sun and Labor Day……………..10:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. TICKET INFORMATION: General Admission Ages 4 and under:……………
UCAR Community Art Program Exhibits
Sunday, August 28th, 2016 – Wednesday, August 31st, 2016
1850 Table Mesa Drive Boulder, CO 80305
Gouache paintings by Julie Leidel will be on display in the UCAR Community Art Gallery at the NCAR Mesa Lab during August 1st through September 29th 2016. Photographic prints by Norman Koren will be on display in the UCAR Community Art Gallery at the NCAR Mesa Lab during August 1st through September 29th 2016.
Stapleton Fresh Market
Sunday, August 28th, 2016
E. 29th Ave. & Roslyn St.
The Stapleton Fresh Market is a fun family event that sets up around the large grassy knoll of Stapleton Founders’ Green. Come to enjoy the plethora of tasty food booths and picnic with locally grown goodies on the Green.
City of Loveland Farmers Market
Sunday, August 28th, 2016
700 S Railroad Ave, Loveland CO 80537
Shop farm fresh local fruits & vegetables, meats, cheeses, baked goods, local honey, handcrafted items while enjoying live music & food trucks under shaded pavilions. Family friendly venue at Fairgrounds Park with recreational trail access, splash park, playground, dog park, Big Thompson River, softball complex, skate park and basketball courts.
City Park Esplanade Fresh Market & Bazaar
Sunday, August 28th, 2016
E. Colfax Ave. & Columbine St.
Now in it’s 19th season, the City Park Esplanade Fresh Market sets up around historic Sullivan Fountain among the majestic statues and architecture of the City Park Esplanade. A strong agricultural market, you’ll find the best selection of local growers on a Sunday complimented by a fun mix of fresh food vendors in an urban park setting.
Slow Food Farmers Market
Sunday, August 28th, 2016
3350 Brighton Boulevard, Denver, CO 80216
The Source and Slow Food Denver host a weekly indoor farmers market, showcasing a collection of Colorado’s top growers and producers. Every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Slow Food Farmers Market features breakfast offerings from Rosenberg’s Bagels and Delicatessen; interactive and educational programming; culinary and cocktail-making demonstrations; guest vendors; and in-store special events within the Source’s retailers.
Worldwide Festival
Sunday, August 28th, 2016
900 Auraria Parkway
The Worldwide Festival will celebrate the art, music, food, dance, and cultures of Denver’s ten global Sister Cities during this day-long extravaganza. The Festival will kick off at 10:00am with taiko drums and will feature interactive arts, crafts, lectures, performances,language, stories, and cooking demos.
Gourmet Farmer’s Market at the Infinite Monkey Theorem
Sunday, August 28th, 2016
3200 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80205
Starting July 31, Tim Engel, who utilizes The Infinite Monkey Theorem’s space for his urban garden, will be roasting garlic and grilling seasonal produce for purchase on-site everySunday from 12 – 4 p.m.
Come visit the Aria Cohousing Community!
Sunday, August 28th, 2016
2861 W 52nd Ave, Denver, Colorado 80221
Come for a presentation on the Aria Cohousing Community on the Aria campus and check out the beautiful gardens! RSVP to babs@guyteamhomes.com.
Riesling Vertical
Sunday, August 28th, 2016
1501 Lee Hill Rd #16, Boulder CO 80304
A very special tasting of past and present vintages of our Dry Riesling: 5 wines from 2009 all the way through a pre-release of our 2013 vintage.
Adult Coloring
Sunday, August 28th, 2016
1501 Lee Hill Rd #16, Boulder CO 80304
Grab some friends to enjoy a Sunday afternoon in the tasting room. Choose a coloring sheet from one of our adult coloring books, use our pencils, and enjoy a glass of our delicious Colorado Wine! $12 gets you a glass of wine, your choice of coloring sheets, and pencils to work with.
Chamber Music with Woodwinds Three
Sunday, August 28th, 2016
1471 S Parker Rd, Denver CO 80231
The Colorado Wind Ensemble’s woodwind trio of flute, oboe, and clarinet presents a variety of solos, duets and trios in this FREE concert. Sponsored by the Arapahoe Library District and the SCFD.
An African Noel: Music for the Holiday Season
Sunday, August 28th, 2016
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African choral pieces such as Wana Baraka and Betelehemu, spirituals such as Glory, Glory by Moses Hogan, and Christmas compositions such as Dan Forrest’s gorgeous Carol of Joy. Boulder percussion ensemble Kutandara also performs for this special holiday celebration.
Art on the Hoof
Sunday, August 28th, 2016
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd.
Please join us for our 15th annual Art on the Hoof (AOTH) at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo on August 28th at 6pm. This event features nature and animal inspired works of art.
2016 Summer Concert Series at Hudson Gardens
Sunday, August 28th, 2016
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive
This year’s lineup features top-name performers, including “Empress of Soul” Gladys Knight, the world’s greatest party band The B-52s, and “Weird Al” Yankovic. Shows run June 5 – September 11.
LIttleton Symphony Auditions
Monday, August 29th, 2016
5894 S. Datura Street
Littleton Symphony Audition Notice The Littleton Symphony Orchestra, Colorado’s premiere community orchestra, directed by Jurgen de Lemos, has the following volunteer openings: Assistant Concertmaster Principal Bass Principal Horn Section Strings (violin and cello) Percussion For audition requirements, visit http://www.littletonsymphony.org For more information or audition appointment, call 303-933-6824 or contact info@littletonsymphony.org
Small Settlers
Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
715 S. Forest St., Denver
Give your little one a head start with our Small Settlers program. Our hands-on class promotes early learning and development through history and nature-centered activities designed to engage young minds.
Vaccine, Microchip, and License Clinic
Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
580 McIntyre Street Golden, CO, 80401
Need vaccinations, a microchip, or a license for your pet? To help keep pets healthy and safe, we offer several low-cost services including vaccinations and microchips.
COLVIN & EARLE
Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
900 Baseline Road, Boulder, Colorado
More than two decades ago, Shawn Colvin recorded a cover of Steve Earle’s “Someday,” softening the song’s country-rock punch. At the time, she was a folksinger on the rise while Earle was a pioneer who’d briefly lost his way.
Cherry Creek Fresh Market – 19th Season!
Wednesday, August 31st, 2016
1st Ave. & University Blvd.
The award winning Cherry Creek Fresh Market presents a high quality mix of Colorado growers and unique local gourmet food vendors representing the best of Colorado. Also enjoy chef demonstrations, kitchen and garden artisan products, gardening tips from Master Gardeners, live music and more in a fun and festive open-air shopping environment.
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