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to do today
March
1 Wednesday Game ON!
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3:30-5pm
Take your teens between the ages of 13 and 18 to the library to play games. The teens can play various games on the PlayStation 4, Xbox X, Oculus VR, Wii Switch, and board games. Denver Public Library. denverlibrary.org
Adulti-Verse
5-10pm meowwolf.com
For ages 21 and up, explore the unique art at the famous Meow Wolf. Enjoy a drink while looking at the mindbending exhibits. Tickets are $49; jump online to reserve a specific time slot. Convergence Station, Denver.
Our Town
7:30pm
The Arvada Center brings Our Town to life, which is considered by many as one of the greatest American plays. The play depicts all human life events like love, marriage, and even death. The show will happen until May 21, and tickets start at $45 each. Century Arvada Center. arvadacenter.org
2 Thursday Intro to Improv
6-7:45pm
At RISE Comedy, sign up for the Intro to Improve Drop-in Class for all levels. Have fun, meet people who like to improv too, or take date night to a fun, new level. Tickets are $10 a person. RISE Comedy, Denver. risecomedy.com
Free Karaoke Night
5pm-9pm
At Chipper’s Lanes, join in the free karaoke night and challenge your friends or family at bowling all in the same night! The bar offers drinks and food, and bowling is available on a firstcome, first-served basis. Chipper Lanes, Greely. chipperlanes.com
3 Friday
3OH!3
8pm
Celebrate Denver’s holiday–303 Day by heading to Mission Ballroom to party with hometown group 3OH!3. The night will have a mix of local and mainstream bands like Maine, Wildermiss, Brae, and more! Tickets start at $30, so reserve one online today. Mission Ballroom, Denver. missionballroom.com
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival
6pm
For all outdoor enthusiasts, the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival will be the perfect way to experience exciting adventures from your seat. The film runs for two hours and 30 minutes and will immerse the audience in all mountain sports and culture. Paramount Theatre, Denver. theparamount.net
4 Saturday
Children’s Storytime
11am
Every Wednesday at Barnes and Noble, bring your youngster and follow the reading of the newest children’s books. After storytime, there will be crafts and activities that will make for the perfect start to the day. Barnes & Noble, Glendale. barnesandnoble.com
Winter Wonder Grass
The Winter Wonder Grass Festival is back starting Thursday, March 2, with a free show and ending Sunday. Single-day tickets and free kid passes are available. Go online to view the schedule. Steamboat Springs. winterwondergrass.com
5 Sunday
Kids Create
4-4:30pm
For ages five and under, this is a hands-on learning experience where families and their kiddos can explore new materials and create projects together. If you need any accommodations, reach out to the library. Denver Public Library. denverlibrary.org
Masters of Hawaiian Music Tour
7-9pm
The George Kahumoku, Jr’s group comes to Denver to perform Hawaiian music. There are three masters in the group, including George Kahumoku Jr., who is known as “Hawai’i’s Renaissance Man” and has won multiple Hawaiian Grammys. Tickets are $30 each for general admission. Swallow Hill Music, Denver. swallowhillmusic.org
6 Monday Vegan Buffet Mondays
11am-3pm
Every Monday at the Nepal Cuisine, there will be a delicious vegan buffet with appetizers, entrees, and salads. The buffet costs $10.95, so explore some vegan food for lunch! Nepal Cuisine, Boulder. nepalcuisineboulder.com
Kids Cooking: Breakfast Pastries
5:30-7:30pm
Sign your 10-14 year old kiddos for the Kids Cooking: Breakfast Pastries, where they will make cinnamon rolls with vanilla icing, liege waffles, and more! Kiddos will learn cooking techniques, and will devour their delicious creations. The Cooking Studio, Fort Collins. the-cookingstudio.com
7 Tuesday
Hooked on Crochet
10am-Noon
The Hooked on Crochet event is for adults, where you can crochet, knit, and talk about life. Registration is not required, and this is a recurring event. Cheyenne Mountain Library, Colorado Springs. ppld.librarymarket.com
Flying Embers Full Moon Dinners. Hike or skin up the route on Buttermilk Mountain for a delicious meal under the bright winter sky. Jump online to get all the details of the trail and dinner. Cliffhouse, Aspen.
8 Wednesday
Weekly Figure Drawing Sessions
6-8:30pm
RedLine Contemporary Art Center offers weekly figure drawing classes every Wednesday. This is a noninstructional and laid-back class for all experience levels. Materials will be provided, and the class is $10 but is free for RedLine members. RedLine Contemporary Art Center, Denver. redlineart.org
Legally Blonde the Musical
7-9pm
Legally Blonde comes to Colorado in the form of a musical. The hilarious movie makes for an amazing performance where the main character, Elle Woods, defies all stereotypes and takes on the challenge of attending law school. Tickets begin at $42, and the doors open at 6:30 p.m. Pueblo Memorial Hall. pueblomemorialhall.com
9 Thursday Colorado Dragon Boat Film Festival
The only Asian and Asian American Film Festival in Colorado begins Thursday and ends Sunday, March 12. The festival features screenings, special events, and conversations for everyone participating. Sie FilmCenter, Denver. denverfilm.org
SilverSneakers Classic
9-9:45am
Move to the music and have fun at the Tivity Health SilverSneakers Fitness program that helps strengthen muscles. Work out in a fun way with hand-held weights and more equipment. This is a first-come, first-served class, and registration is not required. South Denver Heart Center. southdenver.com
10 Friday
Free Winter Nature Walk
2-3pm
Take a beautiful educational hike with a naturalist through aspen and riparian communities. This is a free activity, but registration is required. This familyfriendly activity is a great way to get out and explore with your favorite people. Walking Mountains Science Center, Avon. walkingmountains.org
Parents’ Night Out
5-9pm
Everyone needs a night out, so drop your kiddos off at the Apex Center, and the certified staff will make sure they have a great night full of fun activities. The evening will be full of swimming, crafts, dancing, and dinner while you get the night off. Register online, make plans, relax, or catch up on errands. Apex Center, Arvada. apexprd.org
11 Saturday
Family Make and Take
10am
At the Denver Botanic Gardens, join the Family Make and Take: Leprechaun Gardens with your favorite little kiddos. This self-guided and self-paced program can let children find their creativity and spark their imagination. For non-members, the project fee is $15, and guests can register online. Denver Botanic Gardens. botanicgardens.org
Princess Tea Party with Tiana
10:30am-Noon
The enchanted Tea Party with Princess Tiana will be a lovely way to start your day. Make sure to dress up in your favorite royal outfit and enjoy storytime, songs, snacks, and drinks. Tickets are $15, and a parent or guardian must accompany the children. Southridge Recreation Center, Highlands Ranch. hrcaonline.org
St. Patrick’s Day Festival
Noon-6pm
Enjoy live music, food, and a kids’ corner. Olde Town Arvada. oldetownarvada.org
St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl & Block Party
3pm-2pm
Have a drink and wear your green. Gin Mill & Larimer Beer Hall, Denver. nasstive.com
St. Patty’s Party
11am-9pm
Features Irish dancers and food, along with the release of Mintnight Express Stout. New Terrain Brewing, Golden. newterrainbrewing.com
12 Sunday
Sensory-Friendly Morning
9am-Noon
The Denver Art Museum is having a sensory-friendly morning for children with neurodiversity or sensory processing disorders. The museum will make the environment sensory-friendly by dimming the lights, providing tools, and guiding children and their families. Denver Art Museum. denverartmuseum.org
Sensory-Friendly Playtime
10am-Noon
At the WOW! Children’s Museum, enjoy a sensory-friendly playtime with your kiddo. All children who are on the autism spectrum or have sensory processing disorders are welcome with their parents or guardians. WOW! Children’s Museum, Lafayette. wowchildrensmuseum.org
13 Monday
Kid’s Club
4-4:45pm
Every Monday, bring your kindergarten to fifth grader to the Standley Lake Library, where they will do a different activity every week. The activities range from reading books, making crafts, playing games, and more! Dress for the weather because most of the activities are outdoors. Standley Lake Library, Arvada. jeffcolibrary.org
14 Tuesday
Free Admission to Museum
Take your kiddo out to explore the Denver Art Museum, and it’s free admission! Every second Tuesday of each month, guests can go to the museum for free. Denver Art Museum. denverartmuseum.org
Fiddler on the Roof
7:30pm
The fantastic and loved musical Fiddler on the Roof comes to Colorado and is presented by the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Follow the heartwarming story about family and faith that everyone will love. The performance will be accompanied by beautiful orchestra harmonics. Tickets begin at $35. Denver Center for the Performing Arts. artscomplex.com
15 Wednesday Free Admission at Denver
Botanic Gardens
Head to the Denver Botanic Gardens which has free admission on Wednesday, March 15. Explore the beautiful gardens and exotic plants with your favorite people. Botanic Gardens, Denver & Littleton. botanicgardens.org
Kids Book Club
4-5pm
The 4th and 5th Grade Book Club is a great way for your kids to make friends and for them to engage with the book. This group meets monthly, and parents need to register one month in advance. Pick up the monthly book at the Children’s Library desk. Children’s Library, Broomfield. compass. broomfield.org
16 Thursday
Porcupine Pets
4-5pm
Crafts are great for kids to explore their creativity, and Sand Creek Library offers a KidsMake: Porcupine Pets event. Supplies will be provided, including hammers, nails, and googly eyes! Waivers must be signed before the program begins, and a parent or guardian must be there at all times. Sand Creek Library, Colorado Springs. ppld.org
Magic for Humans
7:30pm
The magician and comedian Justin Willman puts on an unforgettable show. Tickets begin at $45 for adults and $32 for children, and there are two times to choose from. Vail Valley Foundation, Avon. vilapac.org
17 Friday
So “Hoppy” Bunny
2-2:30pm
Make adorable Bunny Ears Cinch Bags at the Kimberbell Club that your little bunny will love. Register online for $10 and buy the materials you need at the event. Rocky Mountain Sewing and Vacuum, Colorado Springs. rockymountainsewing.com
Big Gigantic with the Symphony
7:30pm
A very excited duo with Big Gigantic and the Colorado Symphony comes to the Boettcher Concert Hall Saturday and Sunday. The popular band, Big Gigantic, will play original music with the orchestra and special vocalists’ help. Tickets start at $33 and can be found on the Colorado Symphony website. Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver. coloradosymphony.org
18 Saturday
Make Family Meal Packs
1-4pm
Take the whole family to give back to the community at the Make Family Meal Packs for Weekend Hunger. Volunteers will come together to help pack meals for families in need. This will be an excellent way for children to learn how to give back to the community. Get all the information online before attending. Colorado Feeding Kids, Englewood. projecthelping.org
St. Patrick’s Day 5K
3-7pm
Run, walk, or jog the 5K with your friends and family. There are rumors that leprechauns have hidden a golden kettlebell along the course, and whoever finds it will win $100! There will be no onsite registration, so sign up before the race. There will also be a free pancake breakfast and entertainment. Highlands Ranch. runsignup.com
St. Patty’s Day Celebration
11am-1pm
Cook delicious foods and bring them home. Uncorked Kitchen, Centennial. uncorkedkitchen.com
19 Sunday
Spring Fever Run
We all have spring fever, so start the season with the All-Out Spring Fever Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K. Run, walk, or jog with family and friends. This is a great way to get outdoors and challenge yourself. North Area Athletic Complex, Arvada. letsdothis.com
Sensory-Friendly
Colorado Symphony
4pm
At the Lone Tree Art Center, bring your family for a sensory-friendly night with the Colorado Symphony. During these performances, there will be no loud noises or visually overstimulating components, and the lights will be brighter than normal. Audience members can leave as needed, and a “quiet room” is available. Lone Tree Arts Center. lonetreeartscenter.org
20 Monday
Spring Break Camp
9am-3:30pm
Sign your kiddo up at the Nature and Science Museum for the Spring Break Camp, where they will have a blast learning about the exhibits. For members, the camp costs $305, and for non-members, it’s $335. The camp is five days, and there are two weeks to choose from. Nature and Science Museum, Denver. dmns.org
Sparkle Spectacular Mini-Camp
9am-3pm
For ages 5 through 12, this mini-camp is a perfect way to spend Spring Break. Kiddos will create sparkly projects, draw, experiment with clay, and paint! The price per child is $104, and parents and guardians can register online. Kidcreate Studio, Broomfield. kidcreate.com
21 Tuesday
Pasta Making
9am-12pm
Learn how to make pastas like the classic fettuccine and delicious bowtie noodles at the French Kitchen Culinary
Center. Guests will also make savory sauces that will pair perfectly with the pasta. Registration is required, and the class is $99 a person. The French Kitchen Culinary Center, Colorado Springs. tfkcc.com
Bird Watching
6:30-7:30pm
Learn about the wonders of birds that will have great hands-on activities for the whole family at the Bird Watching and Bird Appreciation for families event. No registration is required, and the supplies will be provided. Lafayette Public Library. boulderaudubon.org
23 Thursday
Life Size Battleship
4-5pm
For all the tweens, head to the Pikes Peak Library District for a Life Size Battleship game. This is best for ages 9 to 12, and registration is open for this event. Pikes Peak Library District, Colorado Springs. ppld.org
Sacred Sound Bath
4pm
The Sacred Sound Bath uses ancient and modern sounds as healing instruments. This is a great way to heal your mind and body, which will be relaxing and help reduce stress. Registering is required for this class, and it costs $25. Discover Your Spiritual Gifts, Littleton. discvoveryourspiritualgifts.com
25 Saturday
Wilderness First Aid
8am-5pm
This event is a wilderness medicine program that will give adults a handson introduction to first aid. This is a 16-hour course that will take place in the classroom and outdoors. For REI Members, it costs $345; for nonmembers, it’s $375. Active Adult Center, Wheat Ridge. rei.com
Clue: On Stage
7:30pm
The opening night of Clue: On Stage is Saturday, and tickets can be purchased online for $29. Who, where, and how are the questions we will all be asking during the play. This performance has adult themes and language, so children attending is up to the discretion of the parents or guardians. Lincoln Center, Fort Collins. lctix.com