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Denver Events July 21, 2009

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Exhibits
503526

Playhouse Exhibition


Families 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)

Children's Museum of Denver

2121 Children's Museum Drive
Denver, CO80211


Films
504638

The Little Star That Could


The 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

Denver Museum of Nature and Science

2001 Colorado Blvd
Denver, CO80205


Films
504634

Wild Ocean 3D


Playing 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

Denver Museum of Nature and Science

2001 Colorado Blvd
Denver, CO80205


Films
494601

Regal Cinemas Free Family Film Festival


Regal Cinemas offer nine weeks of free family-oriented films (rated G and PG only) each Tuesday and Wednesday morning throughout the summer. First come, first served seating is limited to theater capacity, so plan to arrive early. To find other participating locations around Denver, visit the website. This week's films: Space Chimps (G; screened Tue) and Kung Fu Panda (PG; screened Wed).
http://www.regmovies.com
Ongoing Daily 7/21/09 - 7/22/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 4-19
Time: 10am
Cost: Free

Meadows 12 Regal Cinema Theater

9355 Park Meadows Drive
Littleton, CO80124


Ongoing Exhibits
515826

Only in Boulder


The 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

Boulder History Museum

1206 Euclid Avenue
Boulder, CO80302


Ongoing Exhibits
435960

Little Builders


Young 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

Longmont Museum and Cultural Center

400 Quail Road
Longmont, CO80501


Ongoing Exhibits
430770

Jurassic Gardens: Evolution and Extinction


Life-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

Denver Botanic Gardens

1005 York Street
Denver, CO80206


Ongoing Exhibits
430774

Jurassic Gardens: Evolution and Extinction


Giant 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

Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield

8500 Deer Creek Canyon Road
Littleton, CO80128


Ongoing Exhibits
416201

Navajo Weaving: Diamonds, Dreams, and Landscapes


Comprised 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

University of Colorado Museum of Natural History

15th Street and Broadway Street
Boulder, CO80302


Ongoing Library Programs
416856

Teen Game Night


Teen Game Night has something for every gamer - from old-school board games one week to computer games and Wii activities the next week. All teens are welcome to bring games to share or enjoy the games already on-hand.
303.441.3099
http://www.boulderteens.org
Ongoing Each Tue 1/6/09 - 12/22/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 13-18
Time: 4pm-6:30pm
Cost: Free

Boulder Public Library - Main Branch

1000 Canyon Blvd.
Boulder, CO80302


Ongoing Storytimes
515847

Tuesdays with Mommy


The Bookery Nook invites little ones and their moms (dads or other grown-ups too!) to the Tuesday morning storytime and play hour.
303.433.3439
http://www.thebookerynook.com
Ongoing Each Tue 7/7/09 - 12/29/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 0-6
Time: 10am-11am
Cost: Free

The Bookery Nook

4272 Tennyson Street
Denver, CO80212


Ongoing Storytimes
375390

All Ages Storytime


Kids are invited to settle in for storytime at the library. Younger "wigglers" are invited to bring along a grown-up lap to sit in.
303.791.READ
http://www.dou... ylibraries.org
Ongoing Each Tue, Thu, Sat 9/2/08 - 12/5/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 0-5
Time: 10am
Cost: Free

Neighborhood Library at Roxborough

8357 North Rampart Range RoadSuite 200
Littleton, CO80125


Other Events
514697

Free Admission to City Pools & Centers


Mayor 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

Washington Park Recreation Center

701 S. Franklin Street
Denver, CO80209


Other Events
514093

Civic Center Eats: Outdoor Market & Cafe


Each Tuesday through Septemeber, Civic Center serves up tasty restaurant fare for tourists, residents, and downtown professionals, who can also enjoy great urban and historic surroundings, purchase fresh Colorado produce and goods, listen to live music, and connect with the community. Note: The event does not take place September 8.
303.861.4633
info@civiccenterconservancy.org
www.CivicCenterConservancy.org
Ongoing Each Tue 6/30/09 - 9/29/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 11am-2pm
Cost: Admission and music free; fees for food

Civic Center Park

100 West 14th Avenue Parkway
Denver, CO80204


Other Events
512306

Butterfly Pavilion's Annual Photography Contest


The 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

The Butterfly Pavilion

6252 West 104th Avenue
Broomfield, CO80020


Other Events
509664

Borders Kids' Summer Reading Challenge


Kids 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

Borders

1750 29th Street
Boulder, CO80301


Other Events
509188

Kids Bowl Free


Several 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

AMF Arvada Lanes

6550 Wadsworth Blvd
Arvada, CO80003


Other Events
503532

Make Believe Matinee: Ol' Fashioned Radio Show


Kids 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

Children's Museum of Denver

2121 Children's Museum Drive
Denver, CO80211


Other Events
499354

Tebo Train Rides


Little ones under the age of 10 can hop aboard the Tebo Train and tour two blocks of Pearl Street Mall. Adults may ride if they are accompanied by a child. Catch the trains at the Pearl St. Mall Wells Fargo Bank in the 1200 block.
303.447.8326
http://www.boulderdowntown.com
Ongoing Each Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 5/26/09 - 8/28/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 0-10
Time: 10am-12n
Cost: Free

Pearl Street Mall

1325 Pearl Street
Boulder, CO80302


Shows
514611

Colorado Light Opera: Anything Goes


The 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

University of Colorado Boulder

914 Broadway
Boulder, CO80302


Shows
420192

Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn


Big 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

Arvada Center for the Arts

6901 Wadsworth Blvd
Arvada, CO80003


Shows
412702

Annie


Boulder'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

Boulder's Dinner Theatre

5501 Arapahoe Avenue
Boulder, CO80303


Shows
329500

Colorado Shakespeare Festival


The 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

University of Colorado Boulder

914 Broadway
Boulder, CO80302


Special Events
501293

40th Anniversary Apollo 11 Moon Landing


Lookout Nature Center commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing by hosting Steve and Barb Sande, JPL Solar System Ambassadors, who explore the legacy of the Apollo program, discuss the engineering challenges, and showcase highlights of the famed mission to another world.
720.497.7600
http://www.co.jefferson.co.us
Ongoing Daily 7/18/09 - 7/26/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 10-19
Time: 7pm
Cost: Free

Lookout Mountain Nature Center and Preserve

910 Colorow Road
Golden, CO80401


Sports
423893

Diamondbacks vs Rockies MLB


The Colorodo Rockies take on the Arizona Diamondbacks at Coors Field. Tickets are available in advance online and at King Soopers.
303.ROCKIES
http://www.coloradorockies.com
7/21/09

Ages: 4-18
Time: 6:40pm
Cost: $4-$55

Coors Field

2001 Blake Street
Denver, CO80205


Storytelling
504527

Storytelling with Kay Negash


Storyteller Kay Negash introduces children to basic astronomy concepts via fun stories and activities.
303.492.5002
http://fiske.colorado.edu
7/21/09

Ages: 3-10
Time: 10am
Cost: Free

Fiske Planetarium

Regent DriveUniversity of Colorado Boulder Campus
Boulder, CO80301


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