Denver Events July 17, 2009
Times and dates may change.
Call to confirm before attending.
Call to confirm before attending.
 |  | | | Friday, Jul 17, 2009 | | |  |  |
NEXT| Category | Event Description | Location | ||
| Concerts 499360 | Noon Tunes: Rhythm AngelsThe Noon Tunes Concert Series gets kids and adults alike hopping and bopping to lively music. This week: Rhythm Angels. http://www.boulderdowntown.com 7/17/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 12n-1:30pm Cost: Free |
| ||
| Exhibits 503526 | Playhouse ExhibitionFamilies can explore one-of-a-kind children's playhouses, each one created with reusable or sustainable materials by local designers and architects. The Playhouse Exhibition is part of Rocky Mountain Communities' annual fundraiser; this year's theme is Work and Play. The event takes place out in the Museum's plaza. 303.433.7444 http://cmdenver.org Ongoing Daily 7/15/09 - 7/26/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free (admission rates still apply to museum) |
| ||
| Films 504634 | Wild Ocean 3DPlaying in the museum's IMAX theater, Wild Ocean 3D highlights one of nature's greatest migration spectacles, plunging viewers into an underwater feeding frenzy - a struggle for survival among whales, sharks, dolphins, seals, and billions of fish. 303.322.7009 http://www.dmns.org Ongoing Daily 6/12/09 - 8/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-19 Time: Showtimes vary; call or visit website Cost: Inexpensive |
| ||
| Films 504638 | The Little Star That CouldThe Little Star That Could tells the story of an "average" star that travels the universe in search of planets. Along the way, it makes many discoveries about stars, planets, galaxies, and itself. 303.322.7009 http://www.dmns.org Ongoing Daily 5/29/09 - 8/28/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-8 Time: Daily 10:30am & 1:30pm Cost: Inexpensive |
| ||
| Ongoing Exhibits 515826 | Only in BoulderThe Boulder History Museum celebrates the city's 150th anniversary with the exhibit Only in Boulder, which highlights the remarkable, funny, quirky, ingenious, compassionate people and events from the city's history. 303.449.3464 http://www.bou... orymuseum.org Ongoing Daily 7/2/09 - 5/23/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
| ||
| Ongoing Exhibits 438720 | Junior JobsiteThe museum's summer exhibition allows kids to learn the nuts and bolts of construction in a kid-sized jobsite that features hard hats, blueprints, safety vests, conveyor belts, and plumbing and electricity experiments. 303.433.7444 http://cmdenver.org Ongoing Daily 6/1/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-18 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
| ||
| Ongoing Exhibits 435960 | Little BuildersYoung children get to become true movers and shakers during a visit to Little Builders, an exhibit that focuses on the concepts of construction, motion, and simple machines and features handson pulleys, conveyer belt, a gantry crane to transport cargo, and plenty of blocks, bricks, and gears. 303.651.8374 http://www.ci.... t.co.us/museum Ongoing Daily except Mon 5/23/09 - 8/2/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free |
| ||
| Ongoing Exhibits 430770 | Jurassic Gardens: Evolution and ExtinctionLife-sized, realistic dinosaurs have invaded the Gardens, and families are invited to dodge the prehistoric creatures while exploring plant displays that showcase ancient flora and their modern relatives. Plant fossils and a dinosaur dig site for kids round out the installation. Visit the Chatfield Extension to see giant prehistoric bugs, including a 10-foot sea scorpion. 720.865.3585 http://www.botanicgardens.org Ongoing Daily 4/17/09 - 9/30/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During garden hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
| ||
| Ongoing Exhibits 430774 | Jurassic Gardens: Evolution and ExtinctionGiant prehistoric bugs have invaded the Chatfield Botanic Gardens, and families are invited to dodge the critters while exploring plant displays that showcase ancient flora and their modern relatives. 303.973.3705 http://www.botanicgardens.org Ongoing Daily 4/17/09 - 9/30/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During Garden hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
| ||
| Ongoing Exhibits 416201 | Navajo Weaving: Diamonds, Dreams, and LandscapesComprised of three separate iterations, each displaying 20-30 Navajo textiles, the exhibit showcases nearly 100 textiles from the museum's spectacular collection of rare Southwestern textiles. The three iterations of the textiles are divided into Diamonds and Beyond, Dreams, and Landscapes, each focusing on a different design element found in Navajo textiles. Most of the textiles have never been displayed for the general public before. 303.492.6892 http://cumuseum.colorado.edu/ Ongoing Daily 5/29/09 - 10/1/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-18 Time: During regular museum hours Cost: Free |
| ||
| Ongoing Exhibits 414870 | The Psychedelic ExperienceThe Denver Art Museum hosts The Psychedelic Experience: Rock Posters from the San Francisco Bay Area, 1965-1971, showcasing more than 300 works from the Denver Art Museum's newly acquired collection of posters promoting dance concerts and other "happenings" that have since become iconic symbols of the youth culture of the 60s and 70s. The Psychedelic Experience emphasizes the poster artists, their patrons, and the many influences that shaped these significant works during a time of radical American social change. 720.865.5000 http://www.denverartmuseum.org Ongoing Daily 3/21/09 - 7/19/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 10-19 Time: During regular museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
| ||
| Ongoing Storytimes 284543 | Book Babies 2: Early WalkersStories, songs, and games for babies and their parents or caregivers. Adult participation is require; one baby per adult (multiplies okay) and please no groups. Playtime and socialization immediately follows the program in the Children's Pavilion. Ongoing Each Fri 1/4/08 - 12/18/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 1-2 Time: 10:30am Cost: Free |
| ||
| Other Events 514697 | Free Admission to City Pools & CentersMayor John Hickenlooper and Kaiser Permanente have announced that city recreation centers and swimming pools are offering Denver youth (17 and younger) free admission this summer! Washington Park Recreation Center is joined by a host of other centers, including Berkeley Park, Congress Pool, and Rude Park. Visit the city's Parks and Recreation Department webpage for more information. http://www.denvergov.org/ Ongoing Daily 6/26/09 - 8/15/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 0-17 Time: During business hours & Open Swim programs Cost: Free |
| ||
| Other Events 512306 | Butterfly Pavilion's Annual Photography ContestThe Butterfly Pavilion encourages shutterbugs of all ages to see the world through a bug's eye and capture an image either of friends and family exploring the Shrunk exhibit or of something small. Complete inforamtion is available online. 720.974.1864 http://www.butterflies.org Ongoing Daily 6/1/09 - 7/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-19 Cost: Free |
| ||
| Other Events 509664 | Borders Kids' Summer Reading ChallengeKids can hit the books this summer by taking part in Borders Kids' Summer Reading Challenge. Children pick up Challenge Forms at participating Borders locations, read eight books, list them on the form, and return the form to Borders in exchange for a coupon for one $4.99 Reading Challenge item. Details are available online. http://www.bordersstores.com Ongoing Daily 6/16/09 - 8/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-12 Time: During business hours Cost: Unknown |
| ||
| Other Events 509188 | Kids Bowl FreeSeveral metro Denver bowling halls, including AMF Arvada Lanes, offer kids two free games every day throughout the summer, redeemable by email coupons. Parents can sign their children up through the website and receive coupons for each child every week. A Family Pass is also available for $23.95 and allows up to four adults to go bowling with the kids. Some restrictions do apply; the website has complete details and lists participating locations. 303.424.8245 https://www.kidsbowlfree.com Ongoing Daily 6/15/09 - 8/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During regular business hours Cost: Free |
| ||
| Other Events 503532 | Make Believe Matinee: Ol' Fashioned Radio ShowKids can tune in at the museum, which hosts ol' fashioned radio shows each Tuesday and Thurday during July. Learn about radio waves and Foley sound effects while making all kinds of your own noises like footsteps and crazy voices. 303.433.7444 http://cmdenver.org Ongoing Daily 7/2/09 - 7/30/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-10 Time: 2:30pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
| ||
| Other Events 503539 | Playworks: I Spy Road TripKids are invited to spy with their little eyes all kinds of neat stuff throughout the museum when they take an imaginary road trip filled with fun car games. 303.433.7444 http://cmdenver.org Ongoing Each Fri, Sat 7/3/09 - 7/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-10 Time: Fri-Sat 11am Cost: Free with paid admission |
| ||
| Other Events 449267 | Clubhouse Capers: Nature Scavenger HuntKids can head on a nature walk to investigate the environment outside the museum, join in a scavenger hunt, and make a nature journal to record and sketch their findings. 303.433.7444 http://cmdenver.org Ongoing Each Mon, Wed, Fri 7/1/09 - 7/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-10 Time: 2:30pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
| ||
| Overnights 405175 | Wild Dreams OvernightFamilies with children can enjoy an exciting night at the Downtown Aquarium to explore the exhibits, learn about the animals, make a craft, and more. Bring a sleeping bag and snooze among the sharks and rays. Event cost includes admission to the Aquarium, a t-shirt, snack, and breakfast. One adult chaperone per five children admitted free. Advance reservations two weeks in advance are required. 303.561.4450 http://www.dow... riumdenver.com 7/17/09 Ages: 5-11 Time: 7pm-9am Cost: $49.95 |
| ||
| Puppet Shows 385176 | Cinderella, Mexican StyleThe Denver Puppet Theater presents the story of the famous little seniorita and a magical night at the Mexican fiesta. Tickets are available at the door. http://www.den... pettheater.com Ages: 3-19 Time: Thu-Fri 10am & 1pm; Sat-Sun 1pm Cost: $6 |
| ||
| Shows 514608 | Colorado Light Opera: Oklahoma!Opera and musical fans can kick up their heels and attend Colorado Light Opera's lighthearted Oklahoma!, which tells of the high-spirited rivalry between the local farmers and cowboys and the unlikely romance between Curly and Laurey. Tickets go fast; advance purchase via the website, at the box office, or by phone is recommended. 303.492.8008 http://www.cup... /oklahoma.html Ongoing Each Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 7/10/09 - 8/2/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-19 Time: Varies by date/time; check website Cost: $25-$30 |
| ||
| Shows 514611 | Colorado Light Opera: Anything GoesThe Colorado Light Opera presents Anything Goes, the story about nightclub singer Reno Sweeney, her pal Billy Crocker (who stows away to be near his beloved Hope Harcourt), and Moonface Martin, Public Enemy No. 13, masquerading as a clergyman to elude the FBI. The show takes place at the Imig Music Building. Tickets go fast; advance purchase via the website, at the box office, or by phone is recommended. http://www.cup... thinggoes.html Ongoing Daily 7/11/09 - 8/1/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-19 Time: Varies by date/time; check website Cost: $25-$30 |
| ||
| Shows 501588 | Rocky Mountain Theatre Conservatory: Annie Jr.The Rocky Mountain Conservatory Theatre presents an all-ages performance of Annie Jr., the story of the spunky orphan girl who tries to find a home for herself and her dog, Sandy. Tickets are available by phone or online. 303.476.0222 http://rockymo... rytheatre.com Ongoing Daily 7/16/09 - 7/18/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-19 Time: Thu-Fri 12n & 6pm; Sat 12n & 5pm Cost: Adults $12; Children (3-13) $10, (2 & under) free |
| ||
| Shows 493923 | Summer Family Production: New KidThe DCPA's Summer Family Production, New Kid, is a play that explores the immigrant experience through the eyes of a boy, Nick, who doesn't speak English and becomes an easy target for bullying. His mother tries to help, but she is struggling with her own issues of assimilation in the new country. The play is recommended for an audience age seven and up and is held inside The Conservatory Theatre, located in the Newman Center for Theatre Education. 303.893.4100 www.denvercenter.org Ongoing Daily 7/7/09 - 7/18/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 7-19 Time: 10am Cost: $6 |
| ||
| Shows 420192 | Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry FinnBig River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is a Tony Award-winning theatrical adaptation of Mark Twain's beloved novel. The play begins aboard a raft on the Mississippi River in the 1840s, where Huck, escaping from a drunken father, meets up with Jim, a runaway slave, for an amazing downstream journey. Friday nights bring great deals for families: Children under six can see the play for $1, while children ages six to 12 can get tickets at 50% off. 720.898.7200 http://www.arvadacenter.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 7/10/09 - 8/9/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-19 Time: Tue, Thu 7:30pm; Wed 1pm & 7:30pm; Fri 7:30pm; Sat 2pm & 7:30pm; Sun 2pm Cost: $26 |
| ||
| Shows 412702 | AnnieBoulder's Dinner Theatre presents Annie, the classic musical that tells the story of the little red-headed orphan, her dog, and good-hearted Daddy Warbucks. Tickets are available in advance. 303.449.6000 http://www.bou... nertheatre.com Ongoing Daily except Mon 3/29/09 - 9/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-18 Time: Lunch and Dinner shows available Cost: $33-$55 |
| ||
| Shows 329500 | Colorado Shakespeare FestivalThe Colorado Shakespeare Festival is a professional summer repertory theater producing four Shakespearean and classical productions each year from July through mid-August. Backstage tours, box suppers, entertainment on the green, and shopping at the Shakespeare Emporium make the festival an annual summer favorite. Performances are held on the CU-Boulder campus at the Mary Rippon Outdoor Theater and University Theater. 2009 productions include Hamlet, Much Ado about Nothing, and To Kill a Mockingbird. Tickets and a complete schedule are available online. 303.492.0554 http://www.coloradoshakes.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 7/1/09 - 8/15/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 12-18 Time: Vary; see website Cost: $5-$54 |
| ||
| Special Events 513306 | Rockin' the Gardens FAC: Soul SacrificeSantana tribute band Soul Sacrifice brings Latin-infused rock classics to the crowds at the weekly FAC, which also features free face painting, hand-drawn "tattoos," and fun balloon creatures for the kids, as well as a bake sale, info fair, and raffle hosted by The Center for People with Disabilities. The event is family-friendly; kiddos and dogs are welcome. http://www.harvesthousefac.com 7/17/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 5:30pm-9:30pm Cost: Free |
| ||
| Special Events 495436 | Culture on the Green: Shakespeare in the ParkFamilies can celebrate the great bard with an outdoor performance of excerpts from his plays and music fitting for his theatrical works of art. Guests are welcome to bring along picnic dinners and blankets for seating. 303.791.2500 http://www.hrcaonline.org 7/17/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6:30pm-8pm Cost: Free |
|
| | | | Friday, Jul 17, 2009 | | | | |
