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KIM ROBARDS DANCE
NORTHGLENN ARTS
Pre-Professional Summer Intensive—Ages 13-18
Summer Concert Series
June 22–July 10, 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park, 11800 Community Center Dr., Northglenn
Kim Robards Dance, 9990 E. Colfax Ave., Aurora Fees: $20–$1,200 The Pre-Professional Summer Intensive is designed to provide young dancers with sound technical training in a challenging, yet nurturing and fun environment. Attention is given to providing opportunities for students to explore their own creative ideas through guided choreographic exercises. Classes in modern, ballet, jazz, tap, stretch and strengthen, pointe, repertoire, and variations. No audition is required to participate in the Pre-Professional Summer Intensive. For more information, call 303.825.4847, email sumint@ kimrobardsdance.org or visit www.kimrobardsdance.org.
July and August
Admission: Free It’s a Dance Party Through the Ages! Beer will be available for purchase and is provided by Northglenn’s newest brewery, Beer By Design. Visa, MasterCard, cash, and checks are accepted. All proceeds benefit the Northglenn Arts and Humanities Foundation (NAHF). For information, call 303.450.8800. • Wednesday, July 1, 6:30 p.m., The Modniks—Hits of the ‘60s •S aturday, July 4, 6:30 p.m., Soul-X—Dance party mix •W ednesday, July 8, 6:30 p.m., Boogie Machine— ’70s disco, funk and rock •W ednesday, July 22, 6:30 p.m., Chadzilla and the Asteroids—Sounds of the ‘80s •W ednesday, July 29, 6:30 p.m., The JV3—Songs of the ‘90s •W ednesday, Aug. 5, 6:30 p.m., The Ricardo Pena Band—Latin dance party •W ednesday, Aug. 12, 6:30 p.m., Thumpin’—Music of the 21st century
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DOWNTOWN AURORA VISUAL ARTS (DAVA)
FOUR MILE HISTORIC PARK
ACTIVATE Exhibit
Independence Celebration
Through Aug. 21 Monday-Friday, 10 a,m.-5 p.m. or By Appointment
Thursday, July 2, 5–10 p.m.
DAVA, 1405 Florence St., Denver (one block south of E. Colfax in the Aurora Cultural Arts District)
Join us the evening of July 2 for old-time games, historic demonstrations, live music, horse-drawn wagon rides, and more. Bring along your blanket and find a sweet spot on the lawn to watch the Glendale fireworks show. Stay refreshed with some delicious eats from one of our food trucks or a beer (21 and over) from the beer garden. Last entry to the park is at 9 p.m. Event rules: No outside food or beverage, smoking, cannabis use, pets, flammables (sparklers, poppers, fireworks) allowed. Must have a valid ID for admittance to the beer garden. Admission is free, but there is a charge for food, refreshments, and some activities. For more information, call 720.865.0800, email info@fourmilepark.org, or visit www.FourMilePark.org.
Admission: Free This exhibition explores ideas of social practice and social conscience in art. Through a batik and fiber art installation, wood block prints, up-cycled art and computer art, DAVA youth explore ways to activate the community through art. Guest artist Tsehai Johnson completes the exhibit with a participatory ceramic installation. For more information, email gallery@davarts.org. DAVA is a nonprofit arts organization whose mission is to strengthen the community through the arts with youth as its primary focus. For more information about our programs, visit www.davarts.org, or call DAVA at 303.367.5886.
Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest St., Denver Admission: Free
The photos are of our Independence Celebration, courtesy of iwantthosephotos.com.
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WOW! CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
FOUR MILE HISTORIC PARK
Get Growing Garden Program
Free First Friday
Friday, July 3, 9:30 a.m. Friday, August 14, 9:30 a.m.
Friday, July 3, Noon–4 p.m.
WOW! Children’s Museum 110 N. Harrison Ave, Lafayette
Admission: Free (wagon rides, if offered, are an additional charge)
Admission: Included with museum admission
Travel back to the 1800s for free! Check out historic demonstrations, tour the Four Mile House Museum, explore our 12-acre grounds, pan for gold, and greet our farm animals. Tours are at 12:30, 1:30, and 2:30 p.m. and are first come, first served. Sorry, no pets allowed. For more information, call 720.865.0800, email info@ fourmilepark.org, or visit www.FourMilePark.org.
Join the farmers from Ollin Farms as they tend to WOW!’s outdoor garden. Come lend a helping hand as we dig and explore the garden, harvest veggies and learn about what plants need to grow! For more information, call 303.604.2424 or visit www.wowchildrensmuseum.org.
Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest St., Denver
MUSEO DE LAS AMERICAS
First Friday Friday, July 3, 5–9 p.m. Museo de las Americas, 861 Santa Fe Dr., Denver Admission: Free Museo de las Americas hosts First Friday Art Walk. Join Museo for a free event and opportunity to visit the Gunther Gerzso: A Mexican Master exhibit featured at Museo this summer. All ages welcome. For more information, call 303.571.4401 or visit www.museo.org. FOUR MILE HISTORIC PARK
NORTHGLENN ARTS
Hay Bales & Tall Tales
Kids’ Camera Camp
Friday, July 3, Noon–1 p.m.
Ages 8–12, Code 21349
Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest St., Denver
Monday–Friday, July 6–10, 1–3 p.m.
Admission: Free
Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Dr., Northglenn
Our monthly story time will feature Sunsets of the West by Tony Johnston. A fun farm chores activity will follow the tale. Stay for our Free First Friday! All ages welcome. For more information, call 720.865.0800, email info@fourmilepark.org, or visit www.FourMilePark.org.
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Fees: $85/Resident; $93/Non-Resident The week will include fun activities as we experiment with different camera settings and basic editing. We’ll take a walk on a photo safari, using our new skills to capture the unknown. By the end of the week, our photographers will have plenty to show with a photo book of their work. Cameras and all supplies provided. Register by calling 303.450.8800 or visit www.northglenn.org/ recxpress.
FOUR MILE HISTORIC PARK
ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING FOR KIDS (ELK)
Small Settlers Tuesdays, July 7, 14, 21, 28, 9 a.m.
Camping at Devils Thumb Ranch
Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest St., Denver
Friday–Sunday, July 10–12
Admission: Non-Member Child/$5; Four Mile Member Child/Free; Parents/Caregivers/Free
Devil’s Thumb Ranch, 3530 County Road 83, Tabernash
Give your child a head start! Our hands-on class promotes early learning and development through history and nature-centered activities. For childen ages 2–5 with accompanying parent/guardian/ caretaker. Reservation required—call 720.865.0814.
Free to Participate
NORTHGLENN ARTS
Break Escapes Chad Wonder Magic
Join us on an all new camping adventure to the beautiful Devils Thumb Ranch! The historic ranch is located on 6,000 acres at the foot of the Continental Divide in the beautiful Ranch Creek Valley of Grand County. ELK access to this private ranch is a very special treat this year! Contact Amy Wright at awright@elkkids.org or 303.291.7693 to attend this event.
Thursday, July 9, 10 a.m. D.L. Parsons Theatre 11801 Community Center Dr., Northglenn Admission: $3.75 Winner of the Nickelodeon Entertainer of the Year and CBS4 Top Family Entertainer, Chad Wonder is an amazing magician. Packed with lots of energy, he is sure to make you laugh your socks off! His show is very interactive and is designed to entertain people of all ages. Tickets may be purchased in person or by calling 303.450.8800. MUSEO DE LAS AMERICAS
Closing Day of Summer Camp: Final Performance Friday, July 10, 10–11 a.m.
KIM ROBARDS DANCE
Children’s Saturday Dance Camp—Ages 4–6 July 11, 18, 25 and Aug. 1, 9–10:45 a.m.
Museo de las Americas, 861 Santa Fe Dr., Denver
Kim Robards Dance, 9990 E. Colfax Ave., Aurora
Admission: Free
Fees: $20–$60
Museo will host its closing day of Summer Camp: Final Performance for all parents and summer camp supporters. All ages welcome. For more information, call 303.571.4401 or visit www.museo.org.
Students learn basic dance skills and movement vocabulary as an introduction to the various dance styles. Classes in creative movement, pre-ballet, and tap. For more information, call 303.825.4847, email sumint@kimrobardsdance.org or visit www.kimrobardsdance.org.
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WOW! CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
KIM ROBARDS DANCE
CCD Ballet Workshop
Young Dancer Summer Intensive—Ages 7-12
Saturday, July 11, 11 a.m. WOW! Children’s Museum 110 N. Harrison Ave, Lafayette Admission: Included with museum admission Calling all dancers! Come learn ballet steps and terminology in a mini-ballet class hosted by the Colorado Conservatory of Dance. You will experience the thrill of taking a real ballet class in a fun and interactive way! For more information, call 303.604.2424 or visit www.wowchildrensmuseum.org.
July 13–24, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Kim Robards Dance, 9990 E. Colfax Ave., Aurora Fees: $20–$500 The Young Dancer Summer Intensive is designed to provide young dancers with sound technical training in a challenging, yet nurturing and fun environment. Attention is given to providing opportunities for students to explore their own creative ideas through guided choreographic exercises. No audition is required to participate in the Young Dancer Summer Intensive. Classes in modern, ballet, jazz, tap, stretch and strengthen, pointe, repertoire, and variations. For more information, call 303.825.4847, email sumint@ kimrobardsdance.org or visit www.kimrobardsdance.org. NORTHGLENN ARTS
Kids and Canvas Mini-Camp Monday–Friday, July 13–17, 1:30–4 p.m. Ages 8–12, Code 21365 FREE NIGHTLY CONCERTS
Rafael Mendez Brass Institute 30th Anniversary July 12–18 Newman Center for the Performing Arts, 2344 E. Iliff Ave., Denver Admission: Free For more information, call Nicole Guillo at 303.832.4676 or visit www.denverbrass.org.
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Monday–Friday, July 20–24, 9–11 a.m. Ages 13–16, Code 21366 Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Dr., Northglenn Fees: $80/Resident; $88/Non-Resident The Kids and Canvas classes are expanding to a new mini-camp! Each day we’ll paint a new picture that you can take home. The mini-camp is lead by the awesome teachers from Gallery on the Go, a mobile painting party company. All materials are provided. We’ll even bring the snacks and drinks! Register by calling 303.450.8800 or visit www.northglenn.org/recxpress.
ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Senior Day Wednesday, July 15, 11 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
NORTHGLENN ARTS
Northglenn Players present The Drowsy Chaperone
Adams County Museum 9601 Henderson Road, Brighton
July 17, 18, 23, 24 and 25, 7:30 p.m. July 19, 2 p.m.
Enjoy a free picnic lunch, entertainment and tour around the museum complex. RSVP required—call 303.659.7103.
D.L. Parsons Theatre 11801 Community Center Dr., Northglenn
MUSEO DE LAS AMERICAS
Spanish Happy Hour Cervantes@MileHighCity: Encuentros Literarios II Friday, July 17, 5–8 p.m. Museo de las Americas, 861 Santa Fe Dr., Denver Admission: $5/Public, Members Free Enjoy Museo’s signature event featuring interactive activity related to the exhibit. Museo will host a poetry and literary evening with the writers from Cervantes@MileHighCity. RSVP to guestservices@museo.org or 303.571.4401.
Admission: $12/adults; $10/seniors and students Hailed by New York Magazine as “The Perfect Broadway Musical,” the Drowsy Chaperone is a masterful meta-musical, poking fun at all the tropes that characterize the musical theatre genre. With the houselights down, a man in a chair appears on stage and puts on his favorite record— the cast recording of a fictitious 1928 musical. The recording comes to life and the Drowsy Chaperone begins as the man in the chair looks on. Mix in two lovers on the eve of their wedding, a bumbling best man, a desperate theatre producer, a not-sobright hostess, two gangsters posing as pastry chefs, a misguided Don Juan and an intoxicated chaperone—and you have the ingredients for an evening of madcap delight. Tickets may be purchased in person at the theatre or by calling 303.450.8800.
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ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING FOR KIDS (ELK)
WOW! CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
Kids Fun Fishing Day
Sensory Friendly Playtime
Saturday, July 18, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Sunday, July 19, 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge
WOW! Children’s Museum 110 N. Harrison Ave, Lafayette
Free to Participate
Admission: Free
What better way to explore your local National Wildlife Refuge than a morning of fun fishing with Refuge Rangers and Youth Urban Rangers from Environmental Learning for Kids! While fishing at Lake Mary, youth will learn about Colorado’s native and nonnative fish and explore their habitats, biology, anatomy, and adaptations! Fishing poles and bait will be provided. Events appropriate for ages 8 to 12 years old. No fishing licenses are required under 16 years old. Contact Justin Twist at jtwist@elkkids.org or 315.719.5237 to register.
Sensory Friendly Playtime is a special museum event for children with autism spectrum or sensory processing disorders. WOW! will limit admission to 20 families, turn down sounds and lights, and provide adaptive equipment to offer a safe and fun experience for all! Reservations are required and space is limited. To reserve your space, contact olivia@wowchildrensmuseum.org. Thank you to KidSPOT Pediatric Therapies & RegenerationKids for their generous support of this program! For more information, call 303.604.2424 or visit www.wowchildrensmuseum.org.
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WOW! CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING FOR KIDS (ELK)
July Discovery Days— Make a Splash!
Fun Fishing Day with ELK at Lake Lehow
Tuesday, July 21, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Wednesday, July 22, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
WOW! Children’s Museum 110 N. Harrison Ave, Lafayette
Time to get out those fishing poles for some great summer fishing at Lake Lehow! We will learn about fish anatomy, aquatic and wetland ecology, take nature walks and much more! We will also get a chance to try out our casting and catch-and-release skills during this day of fishing. Contact Amy Wright at awright@elkkids.org or 303.291.7693 to attend this event.
Admission: Included with museum admission Discover your inner scientist! Drop in and explore our monthly hands-on science program. This month, we’re playing with and learning about water and bubbles! For more information, call 303.604.2424 or visit www.wowchildrensmuseum.org.
Free to Participate
ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING FOR KIDS (ELK)
London Mine Tour with DMRS Thursday, July 23 Free to Participate Colorado’s Division of Mining, Reclamation, and Safety will host ELK youth for a unique and fascinating trip to London mine! Students will partner with Colorado Youth Corps to plant over 2,000 trees. Space is limited. Contact Amy Wright at awright@elkkids.org or 303.291.7693 to sign up.
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BRIGHTON CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION
COMMUNITY-MINDED DANCE (CMDANCE)
Concerts at Carmichael Mood Express
Denver Vintage Jazz Festival
Friday, July 24, 7–9 p.m.
Thursday, July 30 through Sunday, Aug. 2
Carmichael Park, 500 S. 4th Ave., Brighton (directly behind Brighton City Hall)
Admission: Full weekend passes are $109 per person; see below for daily event prices
Admission: Free
Community-Minded Dance is proud to present the second annual Denver Vintage Jazz Festival. With a focus on preserving and promoting music from the ’20s, ’30s and ’40s, the festival presents live swing and traditional jazz music and dance for an audience ranging from children to senior citizens. This year, Denver Vintage Jazz Festival includes a new program, “Jazz Kids,” designed to expose the next generation to music from the likes of Louis Armstrong, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, and Ella Fitzgerald. Four of New York City’s virtuosos will be spotlighted: trumpeter Gordon Au, trombonist Jake Handelman, bassist Ian Hutchison, and alto saxophonist Aaron Johnson. Featured musicians also include drummer Benji Bohannon from New Orleans, clarinetist and alto saxophonist Paul Cosentino from Pittsburgh, pianist Solomon Douglas from Seattle, and trumpeter Joe Smith from Denver. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.DenverVintageJazzFestival.org. This year’s festival features the following:
Mood Express has delivered quality dance entertainment for more than 25 years for audiences across the United States. Mood Express stands out with its distinctive blend of classic and original Tex-Mex music with entertaining Latin rhythms like salsa, merengue, mambos, cha chas, boleros and more. During their impressive career, they have performed with Gloria Estefan, Tito Puente, Ruben Ramos, and other nationally known artists. For more information, call David Gallegos at 303.655.2176. NORTHLAND CHORALE
Auditions Tuesday, July 28, 7 p.m. Northglenn United Methodist Church, 1605 W. 106th Ave., Northglenn Northland Chorale is looking for altos, tenors and basses. For more information, visit northlandchorale.org or contact the Northland Chorale at northlandchorale@me.com. NORTHGLENN ARTS
Break Escapes Taiko with Toni Thursday, July 30, 10 a.m. D.L. Parsons Theatre 11801 Community Center Dr., Northglenn Admission: $3.75 Always a big favorite! The talented and entertaining Taiko drum group is back with their fun show. Learn about these ancient drums and be mesmerized by the beautifully choreographed musical performance. Tickets may be purchased in person or by calling 303.450.8800.
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•T hursday July 30, 8:30–11:30 p.m., $10 The Mercury Café, 2199 California St., Denver Joe Smith & The Spicy Pickles, a Denver-based vintage jazz band with six musicians, will perform music from the late 1930s and early 1940s, as well as original music in the style. • Friday July 31, 8:30 p.m.–2:30 a.m., $30 Double Tree by Hilton in Northglenn (Castle Events Center) 83 E. 120th Ave., Northglenn An all-star tribute to Benny Goodman, showcases the music of the small groups led by clarinetist Paul Cosentino, plus Gordon Au & His Hot 5.
• Saturday Aug. 1, 3:30–6 p.m, $30 Doubletree by Hilton in Northglenn (Castle Events Center) 83 E. 120th Ave., Northglenn Gordon Au & His Hot Five will be playing music in the style of the Louis Armstrong Hot 5’s and 7’s, and the Solomon Douglas Heptet, a seven-piece group, will play early swing from the 1940s. • Saturday Aug. 1, 9 p.m.-2:30 a.m., $30 Double Tree by Hilton in Northglenn (Castle Events Center) 83 E. 120th Ave., Northglenn The festival will culminate with The Joe Smith Orchestra, featuring the All-Stars, a 13-piece big band featuring bandleaders and all-star musicians playing arrangements from the ‘30s and early ‘40s in the most authentic way possible. Late Night Music with Solomon Douglas Heptet.
ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING FOR KIDS (ELK)
Rocky Mountain National Park Camping Trip Friday-Sunday, July 31-Aug. 2 Camping in Estes Park at Rocky Mountain National Park doesn’t get any better than this! We will be camping on the west side of the park; there will be plenty of moose to view! We will also be doing a service learning project with the staff of RMNP. Space is limited. Contact Amy Wright at awright@ elkkids.org or 303.291.7693 to sign up.
• Sunday Aug. 2, 3-5 p.m., Open Air Event, Free! Doubletree by Hilton in Northglenn (Castle Events Center) 83 E. 120th Ave., Northglenn Band To Be Announced • Sunday Aug. 2, 8-11 p.m., $30 Double Tree by Hilton in Northglenn (Castle Events Center) 83 E. 120th Ave., Northglenn Jake Handelman & His Boys will play high-energy music from the early swing days. BRIGHTON CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION
Concerts at Carmichael The Michael Friedman Band
NORTHGLENN ARTS
Missoula Children’s Theatre Rapunzel Auditions Monday, Aug. 3, 10 a.m.–Noon D.L. Parsons Theatre 11801 Community Center Dr., Northglenn
Friday, July 31, 7–9 p.m.
Fee: $55, payable only if cast
Carmichael Park, 500 S. 4th Ave., Brighton (directly behind Brighton City Hall)
Auditions for youth ages 6–18 are being held for the Missoula Children’s Theatre’s NEW original musical adaptation of Rapunzel. Approximately 60 roles are available. In order to audition, you must be available to attend all rehearsals. No prepared materials are necessary for the audition.
Admission: Free Michael Friedman is a widely respected bassist, composer and educator. Through playing songs with a strong blend of jazz, pop and funk, Michael has become one of the brightest performers on the contemporary jazz/R & B scene. Michael is known as a former player and co-founder of the successful smooth jazz group, Dotsero. For more information, call David Gallegos at 303.655.2176.
•R ehearsals: Aug. 3–8, 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
• Performances: Aug. 8, 3 and 7 p.m. • Tickets: $8/adults; $7/students and seniors Call 303.450.8800 for more information and to purchase tickets.
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FOUR MILE HISTORIC PARK
FOUR MILE HISTORIC PARK
Small Settlers
Free First Friday
Tuesdays, August 4, 11, 18, 25, 9 a.m.
Friday, Aug. 7, Noon–4 p.m.
Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest St., Denver
Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest St., Denver
Admission: Non-Member Child/$5; Four Mile Member Child/Free; Parents/Caregivers/Free
Admission: Free (wagon rides, if offered, are an additional charge)
Give your child a head start! Our hands-on class promotes early learning and development through history and nature-centered activities. For childen ages 2–5 with accompanying parent/guardian/ caretaker. Reservation required—call 720.865.0814.
Travel back to the 1800s for free! Check out historic demonstrations, tour the Four Mile House Museum, explore our 12-acre grounds, pan for gold, and greet our farm animals. Tours are at 12:30, 1:30, and 2:30pm and are first come, first served. Sorry, no pets allowed. For more information, call 720.865.0800, email info@ fourmilepark.org, or visit www.FourMilePark.org.
WOW! CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
Vermicomposting with Growing Gardens Thursday, Aug. 6, 11 a.m. WOW! Children’s Museum 110 N. Harrison Ave, Lafayette Admission: Included with museum admission Presented by Growing Gardens, visitors will learn about vermicomposting, the life cycle of the worm, the role of decomposers in an ecosystem, and be able to hold real, live red wiggler worms from our worm bin! For more information, call 303.604.2424 or visit www.wowchildrensmuseum.org. FOUR MILE HISTORIC PARK
Hay Bales & Tall Tales Friday, August 7, Noon–1 p.m. Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest St., Denver Admission: Free Join us for our monthly story time, which will feature The Listening Walk by Paul Showers. A special activity will follow the tale. Stay for our Free First Friday! All ages welcome. For more information, call 720.865.0800, email info@ fourmilepark.org, or visit www.FourMilePark.org.
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MUSEO DE LAS AMERICAS
First Friday Friday, Aug. 7, 5–9 p.m. Museo de las Americas, 861 Santa Fe Dr., Denver Admission: Free Join Museo for First Friday Art Walk featuring the Summer Gunther Gerzso: A Mexican Master exhibit at Museo de las Americas. BRIGHTON CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION
Concerts at Carmichael Carlos Washington and Steel Horse Friday, Aug. 7, 7–9 p.m. Carmichael Park, 500 S. 4th Ave., Brighton (directly behind Brighton City Hall) Admission: Free Carlos Washington and Steel Horse started their musical journey playing at local clubs in Denver and along the Front Range. It wasn’t long until the group made a name for themselves on the larger country music scene. Carlos’ voice and bigger than life stage presence captivated audiences, leaving even the rowdiest of crowds blown away. Carlos and Steel Horse have opened for some of country’s leading acts such as Willie Nelson, Faith Hill, and Terry McBride. For more information, call David Gallegos at 303.655.2176.
NORTHGLENN ARTS
YOUNG VOICES OF COLORADO
Summer Movie Series
Accepting New Singers!
Aug. 7–Frozen Aug. 14–Big Hero 6 Aug. 21–Maleficent Aug. 28–Back to the Future
3-6 year-olds–No Audition Required 7-16 year-olds– Auditions, Monday, Aug. 10, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park 11800 Community Center Dr., Northglenn Admission: Free Each Friday night in August, we will set up the big screen at EB Rains Jr. Memorial Park and invite the community to come out, relax and enjoy a movie under the stars. Movies start at dusk (between 8:30 and 9 p.m.) and admission is FREE! Moviegoers are welcome to bring blankets, lawn chairs, picnics and other amenities. Check in at the information booth and receive a free bag of popcorn! For more information, call 303.450.8800.
First Voices of Colorado Studio 99 Inverness Drive East, Suite 150, Englewood Young Voices of Colorado is accepting new singers! Does your child experience spontaneous outbursts of song? Then Young Voices is the place to be! We are accepting new members, children ages 3–6, in our new Pre-Choir Level. Children will explore various facets of music using the Kodály and Orff methods. For this level, no audition is required; to sign up, visit www.youngvoices.org/ join. We are also holding auditions for children in 2nd–8th grade on Monday, Aug. 10. These singers perform locally, participate in festivals, and travel internationally. To schedule an audition, visit www.youngvoices.org/join.
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ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING FOR KIDS (ELK)
BRIGHTON CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION
Fun Fishing Day with ELK at Lake Lehow
Concerts at Carmichael Chase N The Dream
Tuesday, Aug. 11
Friday, Aug. 14, 7–9 p.m.
Free to Participate
Carmichael Park, 500 S. 4th Ave., Brighton (directly behind Brighton City Hall)
Time to get out those fishing poles for some great summer fishing at Lake Lehow! We will learn about fish anatomy, aquatic and wetland ecology, take nature walks and much more! We will also get a chance to try out our casting and catchand-release skills during this day of fishing. Contact Amy Wright at awright@elkkids.org or 303.291.7693 to attend this event.
Admission: Free Chase’s powerful, smooth voice and engaging stage presence has helped him become a true artist and seasoned vocalist. Chase has been performing across the United States and Europe for more than 20 years. His wide range of reggae, jazz, pop, R & B and blues music are sure to get audiences out of their chairs and moving to the rhythm of the music. One of Chase’s most acclaimed appearances was at the 1996 Summer Olympics, where he performed the National Anthem at the Olympic Center in Colorado Springs during the opening ceremonies. For more information, call David Gallegos at 303.655.2176. IGNITE THEATRE
La Cage Aux Folles COLORADO WIND ENSEMBLE
Summer Sounds in the Park
August 14 - September 6 Fridays and Saturday at 7:30, Sundays at 2:30
Thursday, Aug. 13, 7 p.m.
Aurora Fox Arts Center 9900 E Colfax Ave., Aurora
Smoky Hill Library, 5430 S. Biscay Circle, Centennial
Admission: Adults/$28; Students/$20; Groups 6+/$25
Admission: Free The Colorado Wind Ensemble’s summer concerts are all outdoors, all free to attend, and all around the metro area! Get your band-in-the-park fix and welcome the new conductor of the CWE, Dr. David Kish. Visit www.coloradowindensemble.org or call 303.394.4552 for more information.
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After twenty years of un-wedded bliss, Georges and Albin, two men partnered for better-or-worse, get a bit of both when Georges’ son (fathered during a one-night fling) announces his impending marriage to the daughter of a bigoted, right-wing politician. Further complicating the situation is the “family business”—Albin and Georges run a drag nightclub in St. Tropez, where Albin is the “star” performer Zaza. Georges reluctantly agrees to masquerade as “normal” when he meets the family of the bride-to-be. But Albin has other plans, with hilarious results. For more information or to purchase tickets, call Ignite’s box office at 720.362.2697 or visit www.ignitetheatre.com.
ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING FOR KIDS (ELK)
THE DENVER BRASS
Kids Fun Fishing Day
Third Sundays— Live fron the Galleria
Saturday, Aug. 15 Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge Free to Participate What better way to explore your local National Wildlife Refuge than a morning of fun fishing with Refuge Rangers and Youth Urban Rangers from Environmental Learning for Kids! While fishing at Lake Mary, youth will learn about Colorado’s native and nonnative fish and explore their habitats, biology, anatomy, and adaptations! Fishing poles and bait will be provided. Event is appropriate for ages 8 to 12 years old. No fishing licenses required under 16 years old. Contact Justin Twist at jtwist@elkkids.org or 315.719.5237 to register.
Sunday, Aug. 16, 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, 4:30 p.m. DPAC Galleria, 1400 Curtis St., Denver For more information, call Nicole Guillo at 303.832.4676 or visit www.denverbrass.org.
COLORADO WIND ENSEMBLE
Summer Sounds in the Park With the Colorado Honor Band Saturday, Aug. 15, 6 p.m. Admission: Free Curtis Arts and Humanities Center, 2349 E Orchard Rd., Greenwood Village The Colorado Wind Ensemble’s summer concerts are all outdoors, all free to attend, and all around the metro area! Get your band-in-the-park fix and welcome the new conductor of the CWE, Dr. David Kish. Visit www.coloradowindensemble.org or call 303.394.4552 for more information.
COLORADO HEBREW CHORALE
Kol Nashim Open Rehearsals Monday, Aug. 17 and 24, 5:45–7:15 p.m. Hebrew Educational Alliance, 3600 South Ivanhoe St., Denver Kol Nashim, the women’s choir of the Colorado Hebrew Chorale, under the direction of Leah Peer, announces the launch of its 3rd season with open rehearsals and auditions. Qualified women in all voice parts are welcome. From liturgical texts to Broadway, singing in English, Hebrew, Yiddish and Aramaic, there is something for everyone in our eclectic repertoire. No previous knowledge of other languages is required. For more information, call 303.766.5324, email leahpeer@gmail.com, or visit www.coloradohebrewchorale.org.
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COLORADO HEBREW CHORALE
WOW! CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
Colorado Hebrew Chorale Open Rehearsals
August Discovery Days— Planets & Space
Monday, Aug. 17 and 24, 7:30–9:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug.18, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Hebrew Educational Alliance, 3600 South Ivanhoe St., Denver
WOW! Children’s Museum 110 N. Harrison Ave., Lafayette
The Colorado Hebrew Chorale, under the direction of its founder Carol Kozak Ward, announces the start of its 22nd season with open rehearsals and auditions. Qualified singers in all voice parts are sought, and no knowledge of Hebrew is required. Join us as we prepare Leonard Bernstein’s seminal Hebrew choral work, Chichester Psalms, for performances in November, together with the One World Singers. 2015 heralds two Bernstein anniversaries: 25 years since his passing in October 1990, and 50 years since the first performance of Chichester Psalms. A potpourri of Bernstein theatrical works will also be part of this special musical tribute, together with liturgical settings by 20th century composers such as Israeli composer Paul Ben-Haim, American cantor Charles Osborn, and others. For more information, call 303.355.0232 or email coloradohewbrewchorale@yahoo.com.
Admission: Included with museum admission Discover your inner scientist! Drop in and explore our monthly hands-on science program. This month, we’re learning about our planets, space and galaxies! For more information, call 303.604.2424 or visit www.wowchildrensmuseum.org. MUSEO DE LAS AMERICAS
Spanish Happy Hour The Art of Constructing a Cocktail: Bartending vs Mixology Friday, Aug. 21, 5–8 p.m. Museo de las Americas, 861 Santa Fe Dr., Denver Admission: Public/$5, Members Free Join Museo de las Americas for our signature event, Spanish Happy Hour. Practice your Spanish while participating in a cultural presentation. Call 303.571.4401 to RSVP.
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LIFE/ART DANCE ENSEMBLE
COLORADO WIND ENSEMBLE
An Evening at Home
Summer Sounds in the Park
Saturday, Aug. 22, 8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, 8 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 28, 6:30 p.m.
D.L. Parsons Theatre at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Dr., Northglenn, CO 80233 Admission: $15 Life/Art Dance Ensemble’s first production of the year, An Evening at Home, uses dance to explore the tangibles and intangibles that make a house a home. For more information, contact jessica@ lifeartdance.org. MUSEO DE LAS AMERICAS
Momento Interactivo: Architecture of Mexico Presentation Thursday, Aug. 27, 6–7:30 p.m.
Highlands Ranch Civic Green Park, 9370 Ridgeline Blvd, Highlands Ranch Admission: Free The Colorado Wind Ensemble’s summer concerts are all outdoors, all free to attend, and all around the metro area! Get your band-in-the-park fix and welcome the new conductor of the CWE, Dr. David Kish. Visit www.coloradowindensemble.org or call 303.394.4552 for more information. THE PLATTE VALLEY PLAYERS
Brighton on Broadway Friday, Aug. 28, Dinner at 6:45 p.m., Show at 7:45 p.m. The Armory Performing Arts Center, 300 Strong St., Brighton
Museo de las Americas, 861 Santa Fe Dr., Denver
Tickets: Dinner and Show/$28; Show Only/$15
Admission: TBD
Platte Valley Player’s popular cabaret fundraiser is back! Enjoy your favorite Broadway show tunes performed by incredible talent! Famous Dave’s BBQ will cater the event and there will be a cash bar. Tickets must be purchased online at www. plattevalleyplayers.org. Tickets for dinner and show must be purchased by Aug. 26. Show only tickets will be available online and at the door.
Museo de las Americas will host Mexican architect Aurelio Nuño from Mexico City to discuss architecture and design based around Museo’s Gunther Gerzso exhibit. Call 303.571.4401 to RSVP.
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ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING FOR KIDS (ELK)
THE DENVER BRASS
Back to School Fishing at Lake Lehow
Hot Brass & Drums
Saturday, August 29th
Arvada Center Outdoor Amphitheater 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada
Free to Participate Come one, come all to ELK’s fall fishing adventure at lovely Lake Lehow! Students will learn about aquatic ecology, water quality monitoring, Colorado fish identification and MORE! They will also get a chance to try out their casting and catch-and-release skills during this fun day for back-to-school fishing. Contact Amy Wright at awright@elkkids.org or 303.291.7693 to attend this event.
Aug. 29, 7:30 p.m.
Admission: Reserved Covered/$26 and $21; General Admission Lawn/$12, Kids 12 and under/$5 The Denver Brass returns to the Arvada Center to bring back the good old days of summer through movie favorites, sizzling jazz and Caribbean rhythms. For more information, visit www.ArvadaCenter.org. Call 720.898.7200 for tickets.
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ADAMS COUNTY TIER III ORGANIZATIONS FUNDED FOR 2014-2015 GRANT CYCLE
A Child’s Song 303.460.7408
Colorado Wind Ensemble, Inc 303.394.4552
Lighthouse Writers Workshop 303.297.1185
Think 360 Arts Complete Education 720.904.8890
Denver Audubon Society 303.973.9530
Lucent Performing Arts 720.362.2697
Art from Ashes Inc. 303.837.1550
The Denver Brass, Inc 303.832.4676
Museo de las Americas 303.571.4401
Thorne Ecological Institute (dba Thorne Nature Experience) 303.499.3647
ArtReach, Inc 303.433.2882
Denver Municipal Band 303.322.8608
New Dance Theatre 303.295.1759
Arvada Chorale 720.432.9341
Denver Urban Gardens 303.292.9900
Augustana Arts 303.388.4962
Denver Young Artists Orchestra 303.433.2420
Northglenn Arts and Humanities Foundation 303.450.8727
Adams County Historical Society 303.659.7601
Baroque Chamber Orchestra of Colorado 303.889.1012 Bluff Lake Nature Center 720.708.4174 Boulder Ballet 303.443.0028 Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art 303.443.2122 Brighton Cultural Arts Commission (BCAC) 303.655.2076 Brightonmusic Choir and Orchestra 303.655.9452 Chicano Humanities & Arts Council 303.571.0440 CMDance 303.831.8585 Colorado Chamber Players 303.355.2224 Colorado Dragon Boat Festival 303.953.7277 Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance 303.592.3972 Colorado Hebrew Chorale 303.355.0232 Colorado Repertory Singers 303.410.5448
Downtown Aurora Visual Arts 303.367.5886 Environmental Learning for Kids 303.371.8658 Fiesta Colorado, Inc 303.274.7844
Northland Fine Arts Association (dba Northland Chorale) 303.358.4351 Paideia School (dba The Park Hill Brass) 303.321.0987 Paletteers Art Club, Inc. 303.469.9463
Four Mile Historic Park 720.865.0800
Physically Handicapped Actors and Musical Artists League 303.365.0005
Friends of Dinosaur Ridge 720.971.9649
Plains Conservation Center 303.693.3621
Golden Eagle Concert Band 303.460.0355
Platte Valley Players 303.289.8636
Grand Design 303.955.2724
Rocky Mountain Brassworks 303.506.0837
HawkQuest, Inc. 303.690.6959 Historic Denver, Inc./ Molly Brown House 303.534.5288 Imagination Makers Unlimited (dba Imagination Makers Theater Company) 720.565.1055
Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum 303.215.9001 St. Andrew Society of Colorado 303.871.7993 The Spirituals Project 303.238.1027
Junior Symphony Guild 303.355.7855
Stories on Stage 303.494.0523
Kim Robards Dance, Inc 303.825.4847
Su Teatro 303.296.0219
Life/Art Dance Ensemble 970.213.9260
Tesoro Foundation (dba Tesoro Cultural Center) 303.839.1671
Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council (TASHCO) 720.255.7832 Thornton Community Band 303.898.9547 VSA Colorado (dba Access Gallery) 303.777.0797 Westminster Area Historical and Museum Society 303.430.7929 Westminster Community Artist Series (dba North Metro Arts Alliance) 303.429.1999 Wonderbound 303.292.4700 WOW! Museum Serving Adams County Residents 303.604.2424 Young Voices of Colorado 303.797.7464