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NE DENVER/NW AURORA EVENTS

Sundays—Central Park Farmer’s Market. Colorado-grown produce, baked goods, meats, and more at The Green (29th Ave & Roslyn St.) 8:30am–12:30pm. mca80238.com

Sundays—City Park Jazz. 6–8pm City Park Pavilion and Bandshell, 2001 Steele St. cityparkjazz.org.
7/2: Wellington Bullings
7/9: Chris Daniels and the Kings with Freddi Gowdy
7/16: 4th Annual Brass Band Extravaganza feat. Guerrilla Fanfare and Bourbon Brass Band
7/23: Otis Taylor
7/30: The Burroughs
8/6: LAPOMPE

Thursdays—MoJaBlu Concert Series. Free admission, food trucks. North Green (49th & Valentia) 6:30–8:30pm. mca80238.com
7/6: Wirewood Station
7/13: Jacob Larson Band
7/20: Daddy Blue
7/27: Hot Lunch Band

Fridays—Free outdoor Yoga on the Plaza. YogaSix hosts a free 60-minute yoga class at 9:30am (weather permitting) in the plaza space located on Main Street between 47th Ave. and 48th Ave. shopsatnorthfield.com

Saturdays—City Park Farmers Market. 100+ local producers, live music, donation-based yoga and a run club. 2551 E Colfax Ave, cityparkfarmersmarket.com

7/1 Saturday—Concert on The Green- Thumpin’. Free admission, food trucks. The Green (29th Ave & Roslyn St.) 6–8pm. mca80238.com

7/1 & 8/5—Bluff Lake Bird Walks. Sat: 2.5-hour walk at 7:30am or 2-hour walk at 8am. Free but must RSVP at blufflake.org/birdwatching

7/7 Friday—Movie on The Green- Selena. Free admission, food trucks. The Green (29th Ave & Roslyn St.) Movie starts at dusk. mca80238.com

7/8 Saturday—Snarky Cross Stitch. Sarcasm meets handicraft. Bring your own project or choose from a selection of simple, cynical patterns. Materials provided. 11am–1pm. Schlessman Library, 100 Poplar St. denverlibrary.org

7/8 Saturday—Volunteer Workday at Sand Creek. Work with SCRG to improve a Denver portion of the greenway. More info and sign-up at sandcreekgreenway.org

7/8 Saturday—Goatflix and Chill Summer Series. Watch a movie (Jungle Cruise) with a goat! 8am at the Shops at Northfield Plaza on Main Street between 47th and 48th Aves. Tickets at shopsatnorthfield.com

7/8 Saturday—Cockpit Demo Day. Get an up close look inside select aircraft. 10am–2pm. 7711 East Academy Blvd. wingsmuseum.org

7/9 Sunday—Rescue Puppy Yoga. Donation-based yoga class alongside puppies available for adoption. 9:30am on the West Lawn. Stanley Marketplace, 2501 N. Dallas St, Aurora. stanleymarketplace.com

7/9 Sunday—Stanley Farmers Market. 1–6pm on The Field. Stanley Marketplace, 2501 N. Dallas St, Aurora. stanleymarketplace.com

7/12 Wednesday—Native Plant Discovery Walk. Learn how to identify the amazing native plants that thrive along the trail. 5–6pm. Smith Road Trailhead, 9450 East Smith Rd. sandcreekgreenway.org

7/13 Thursday—Active Minds Presents France. Explore the rich history of France, both politically and culturally. 1–2pm, Free. Sam Gary Library, 2961 Roslyn St. activeminds.com

7/15 Saturday—Forest Bathing. Open your senses and engage with nature. Bluff Lake Nature Center. 8–10am. 11255 E. MLK Jr Blvd. blufflake.org

7/15 Saturday—Speaking Up: Refugees Advocating for Change. Hear the lived experience of members of the refugee community. 2–3:15pm. Park Hill Library, 4705 Montview Blvd. denverlibrary.org

7/15 Saturday—Central Park Beer Fest. A variety of craft breweries, local food trucks, and live music. The Green (29th Ave & Roslyn St.) 5–8pm, VIP tasting starts at 4pm. Tickets at mca80238.com

7/21 Friday—Movie on The Green- Top Gun: Maverick. Free admission, food trucks. The Green (29th Ave & Roslyn St.) Movie starts at dusk. mca80238.com

7/22 Saturday—Free Bike Tune-Ups. Volunteer bike mechanics help keep your bike rolling smoothly and give one-on-one instruction. 10am-12pm. Schlessman Library, 100 Poplar St. denverlibrary.org

7/22 Saturday—No Strings Attached Book Chat. Share a recent read, an old favorite, or anything in between.11am–12:30pm. Park Hill Library, 4705 Montview Blvd. denverlibrary.org

7/29 Saturday—Shelley Read, Author of Go As a River. A reading and discussion. Books available for sale and signing after the program. 3–4pm. Sam Gary Library, 2961 Roslyn St. Register at denverlibrary.org

7/29 Saturday—Concert on The Green- Funkiphino. Free admission, food trucks. The Green (29th Ave & Roslyn St.) 6–8pm. mca80238.com

7/29 Saturday—Film on The Field. This month: Top Gun: Maverick. Movie starts at dusk. Stanley Marketplace, 2501 N. Dallas St, Aurora. stanleymarketplace.com

7/30 Sunday—Qigong and Mindfulness Walk. Gentle mind/body practice followed by a contemplative walk. 7:30–9am. Bluff Lake Nature Center, 11255 E. MLK Jr Blvd. Free. blufflake.org

8/5 Saturday—Brent’s Place Annual Block Party. Family-friendly event with carnival games, live entertainment, music, water activities, inflatables, and food trucks for all-ages.11am–3pm. Anschutz Medical Campus, 12474 E 19th Ave, Aurora. classy.org/event/brents-place-block-party/e465508

8/5 Saturday—Run for the Ring 5K Run/Walk and Kid’s Fun Run. The 9th Annual Run for the Ring, raising money to cure Type 1 Diabetes. Anschutz Medical Campus, 1775 Aurora Ct. unsignup.com/Race/CO/Aurora/RunfortheRing

JULY 4TH/HOLIDAY EVENTS

7/1 Saturday—Four Mile Historic Park’s Independence Day Celebration. 10am–4pm. Live music, pioneer games, food trucks and live entertainment. 715 S. Forest St. Tickets at fourmilepark.org

7/1 Saturday—Lowry’s Independence Parade & Festival. A fun-filled, family-oriented event. 9am–12pm. Great Lawn Park, 101 Yosemite St. lowryfoundation.org.

7/1 Saturday—Glendale Fireworks Show. One of the largest and oldest displays in Denver. Starts at 9:15pm. For best parking and viewing info, go to glendale.co.us

7/1 & 7/2—Rockies vs. Tigers at Coors Field. Fireworks display after the game. mlb.com/rockies

7/3 Saturday—Civic Center Park Independence Eve Celebration. Gates open at 4pm, live music starts at 6pm, Colorado Symphony, fireworks, food trucks, and more. Info at denver.org

7/4 Tuesday—Central Park Pancake Breakfast & Parade. 9–11am, parade starts at 10:30am. The Green (29th Ave & Roslyn St.) More details at mca80238.com

7/4 Tuesday—14th Annual Park Hill 4th of July Parade. Floats, music, classic cars, costumed characters, and more! Parade starts at 1:30pm and runs along 23rd Ave. from Dexter St. to Krameria St. parkhillparade.org

7/4 Tuesday—Aurora 4th of July Spectacular. Free activities from 6–10pm. Live music, food, and fireworks at 9:30pm. Aurora Municipal Center Great Lawn, 15151 E. Alameda Pkwy. auroragov.org

7/4 Tuesday—Denver Municipal Band Patriotic Concert. 7–8:15pm. Free concert in Washington Park. denvermunicipalband.org

7/4 Tuesday—Colorado Rapids vs. Portland Timbers. Fireworks after the game. coloradorapids.com

METRO EVENTS

7/1 to 7/3—Cherry Creek Arts Festival. More than 200 juried artists, family-friendly art activities, live music, immersive art experiences and food & drink. Cherry Creek North. Cherryarts.org

7/7 to 7/9—Colorado Black Arts Festival. 37th annual celebration of African American art and culture, free to attend. City Park West. Hours and info at colbaf.org

7/7 & 8/4—First Friday Art Walks. Art District on Santa Fe. 5:30– 9:30pm. denver.org/things-to-do/denver-arts-culture/denver-art-districts

7/9 Sunday—Lowrider Show and Shine. Family-friendly event featuring lowriders, local vendors, delicious food, music, and free admission. 10am–5pm. 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy. denverartmuseum.org

7/10, 7/17, & 7/24—Movie Nights at Infinity Park. Free, gates open at 6pm, movie starts at 7pm. 7/10: Top Gun: Maverick, 7/17: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, and 7/24: DC League of Super-Pets. Infinity Park, 4400 East Kentucky Ave, Glendale. infinityparkatglendale.com

7/13 Thursday—Art & About Tours. For visitors with early-stage Alzheimer’s or dementia and their care partners. 1–2:45pm. 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy. denverartmuseum.org

7/13 Thursday—1340 Penn: Sexy Sarah. The Art and Eroticism of Sarah Bernhard. 7pm. Molly Brown House Museum 1340 Pennsylvania St. Tickets at mollybrown.org

7/14 & 7/28—Summer Film at the Historic Elitch Gardens Theatre. 7/14: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. 7/28: Coco. Doors open 6pm, pre-movie activities at 6:30pm, raffle at 7:30pm, movie starts at 8pm. 4550 W 38th Ave. historicelitchtheatre.org

7/15 Saturday—Bananas and Imperialism. Guided City Park tour, engaging presentation, visit to the farmer’s market, and a banana “nice cream”. 11:30am–3pm. City Park, 2001 Colorado Blvd. Tickets at historycolorado.org

7/15 Saturday—26th Annual Blues & BBQ. Gates open at 10:30am, live music from 11am–8pm. Benefits Habitat for Humanity. Citizens Park, 5560 W. 24th Ave. bluesnbbq.com

7/15 & 7/16—Mile HIgh Global Bazaar. International cultures, arts, crafts, merchandise, food, and music. Skyline Park, 16th St. Mall & Arapahoe St. coloradoevents.org/mile-high-global-bazaar

7/16 Sunday—City Park Public Art Walking Tour. Visit the historic sculptures, fountains, and gateways of City Park. 10am. Tickets $5. Register at denverpublicart.org

7/20 Thursday—Fork Cancer Denver Fundraiser. Save lives and join us for a party with a purpose. 6:30–10pm. Mile High Station, 2027 West Colfax Ave. e.givesmart.com/events/upT

7/21 Friday—Lawn Concert: Brothers of Brass. Pack a picnic or purchase snacks and drinks at this free event. 5:30–7:30pm. 1250 Bannock St. clyffordstillmuseum.org

7/23 Sunday—Americans with Disabilities Act Celebration. Drop-by activities on the lawn and SCFD free day inside. 10:30am–12:30pm. 1250 Bannock St. clyffordstillmuseum.org

7/25 Tuesday—Under the Lens: Innovation. Explores the electric details and innovations of the 1893 World’s Fair. Molly Brown House Museum, 1340 Pennsylvania St. mollybrown.org

7/29 Saturday—Epilepsy Awareness Day at Elitches and the Purple Duck Chase. Help raise awareness! Elitch Gardens, 2000 Elitches Circle. eventvesta.com/events/27641

7/29 Saturday—The Wonders of the Whittier Neighborhood Walking Tour. Explore one of Denver’s historic neighborhoods. History Colorado Center, 1200 North Broadway. Tickets at historycolorado.org

8/1 Tuesday—Colorado Day. The Centennial State celebrates its 147th birthday with a free arts and crafts, live music, snack, and alpacas, are just the tip of the snow cone at this carnivalesque gathering. 1200 North Broadway. historycolorado.org

KIDS AND FAMILIES

Tuesday–Friday—Local Library Storytime. Different age groupings and locations. Info at denverlibrary.org

Wednesdays—Mornings at the Museum. Ages 3–6, 10:30–11:15am. Free. New programs every week. Aurora History Museum,15051 East Alameda Pkwy. Register at auroragov.org

Fridays—Magic the Gathering Club. 4:30–5:30pm. Ages 12–18. A teen-run magic club. Park Hill Library, 4705 Montview Blvd. denverlibrary.org

Saturdays—Bluff Lake Nature Center Family Events. No event on 7/29. 11255 E. MLK Jr Blvd. Free, check times and programs at blufflake.org

7/5 Wednesday—Intro to Breakin’. An intro to Hip Hop dance including agility, rhythm, and coordination. Ages 5–12 years with an adult. 3–4pm. Park Hill Library, 4705 Montview Blvd. denverlibrary.org

7/8 Saturday—CSU Spur 2nd Saturdays. Free. Lots of family- friendly programming. 10am–3pm. 4817 National Western Dr. csuspur.org

7/8 Saturday—Low Sensory Morning. Admission is free and space is limited. RSVP is required. 8–10am. History Colorado Center, 1200 North Broadway. historycolorado.org

7/11 Tuesday—Abstract Rock Art. Explore rock art and collage by creating a painting with a whimsical cat theme. Ideal for ages 6–11. 11am–12pm. Pauline Robinson Library, 5575 E. 33rd Ave. denverlibrary.org

7/11 Tuesday—4EverFit4KIDZ!™. Fun fitness for the body and brain. Ages 5–12. 2–3pm. Schlessman Library, 100 Poplar St. denverlibrary.org

7/11 Tuesday—Button Making. Make a button for your backpack or jacket. 5th-12th graders. Limited to the first 25 attendees based on a first come first served basis. 3–4pm. Sam Gary Library, 2961 Roslyn St. denverlibrary.org

7/12 Wednesday—Book Crafts. Make a bookmark, a button, or your own small book. Ages 5–17 Space and materials limited. 3–4pm. Sam Gary Library, 2961 Roslyn St. denverlibrary.org

7/16 Sunday—Spanish Storytime at Tattered Cover Kids. 5pm. Stanley Marketplace, 2501 N. Dallas St, Aurora. stanleymarketplace.com

7/18 Tuesday—Paper Craft – Flying Cockatiel. Draw and paint a paper cockatiel with wings that simulate flight. Ideal for ages 6–11. 11am–12pm. Pauline Robinson Library, 5575 E. 33rd Ave. denverlibrary.org

7/19 Wednesday—Family Yoga. A series of mindfulness activities, fun stretches, and relationship-building partner poses. Ages 1–6 with an adult. 10:30–11am. Park Hill Library, 4705 Montview Blvd. denverlibrary.org

7/19 Wednesday—Family Dance Party. Come and get your groove on at our Family Dance Party. All ages welcome. 3–4pm. Sam Gary Library, 2961 Roslyn St. denverlibrary.org

7/19 Wednesday—Katherine Dines Musical Show. Movement, story songs, sign language, sing-alongs, percussion, zany props, and more. Ages 2–12. 4–5pm. Schlessman Library, 100 Poplar St. denverlibrary.org

7/20 Thursday—Kids Book Club. This month’s theme is fairy tales and folk tales. Craft and snack included. Ages 5–12. 4–5pm. Park Hill Library, 4705 Montview Blvd. denverlibrary.org

7/23 Sunday—Sensory-Friendly Morning. A program for kids with neurodiversity or sensory processing disorders and their families. 9am–12pm. 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy. denverartmuseum.org

7/23 Sunday—Teen Jam. Learn to better express yourself through music while forming relationships with peers. Youth-led. Free. 11am–1pm. Tuft Theatre, 71 East Yale Ave. swallowhillmusic.org

7/25 Tuesday—Cool Science Experiments. An afternoon of science experiments using cornstarch, water, ice and, liquid nitrogen. Ideal for ages 6–11. 2:30–3:45pm. Pauline Robinson Library, 5575 E. 33rd Ave. denverlibrary.org

7/25 Tuesday—Tie Dye Workshop. Learn to tie dye a pillowcase, shirt, or bandana. 5–17 years. Limited to the first 25 attendees based on a first come first served basis. 3–4pm. Sam Gary Library, 2961 Roslyn St. denverlibrary.org

7/25 Tuesday—Faerie Magic Show. A fun magic show filled with abundant audience participation. Ages 4 and up with an adult. 3–4pm. Park Hill Library, 4705 Montview Blvd. denverlibrary.org

7/26 Wednesday—Friendship Bracelets. We provide the materials, you bring the ideas. Ideal for 3rd grade and up. 3–4pm. Sam Gary Library, 2961 Roslyn St. denverlibrary.org

7/26 & 7/29—Art Crawl: Messy Art Making Part 2, Big, Big Paintings. 10:30–11:15am. For caregivers with infants–14 months. Registration required. 1250 Bannock St. clyffordstillmuseum.org

7/29 Saturday—Fire Engine Visits the Library. Meet some local firemen and view their fire truck. Ages birth–17. 2–3pm. Schlessman Library, 100 Poplar St. denverlibrary.org

8/1 Tuesday—Nature’s Educators – Colorado Natives. Meet animal ambassadors that are true Colorado Natives. Ages 5–12. 3–4pm. Park Hill Library, 4705 Montview Blvd. denverlibrary.org

MUSEUMS, ETC.

American Museum of Western Art. Open M, W & F from 10am–4:30pm. Admission is $5. 1727 Tremont Pl. anschutzcollection.org

Aurora History Museum. Admission is free. Closed Mondays/holidays. 15051 East Alameda Pkwy. auroragov.org

The Byers–Evans House Museum. Operated by History Colorado as the Center for Colorado Women’s History. History Colorado members are free. 1310 Bannock St. historycolorado.org

The Children’s Museum. Reservations recommended at mychildsmuseum.org 

Clyfford Still Museum. SCFD Free Day July 23. 10am to 5pm. Children ages 17 and under are always free. 1250 Bannock St. clyffordstillmuseum.org

Denver Art Museum. SCFD Free Days July 9, 11 & 30. Desert Rider exhibit opens July 9. Youth 18 & under always free. 100 W 14th Ave. Pkwy. denverartmuseum.org

Denver Botanic Gardens. SCFD Free Day July 5 with registration. 1007 York St. botanicgardens.org 

Denver Firefighters Museum. Hours: Tues–Sat, 10am–4pm. 1326 Tremont Pl. denverfirefightersmuseum.org

Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Open till 9pm on Fridays. 2001 Colorado Blvd. Timed tickets required. dmns.org

Denver Zoo. Check out the daily schedule at denverzoo.org. 2900 E 23rd Ave.

The Forney Museum of Transportation. Mon, Th–Sat, 10am–5pm; Sun, 12–5pm. 4303 Brighton Blvd. forneymuseum.org

Four Mile Historic Park. SCFD Free Day July 28. Open Wed–Sun, 10am–4pm. 715 S. Forest St. fourmilepark.org

History Colorado. Free admissions and party on Colorado Day—Aug 1. Free membership for 4th graders. 1200 Broadway. historycolorado.org

Kirkland Museum of Fine and Decorative Art. Tue–Sat, 11am–5pm; Sun 12–5pm. Ages 13+ welcome. 1201 Bannock St. kirklandmuseum.org

Molly Brown House Museum. Tue–Sun, 10am–5pm. 1340 Pennsylvania St. mollybrown.org

Museo de las Americas. Tue–Fri, noon-6pm. Sat, noon–5pm. Closed Mon & Sun. 861 Santa Fe Dr. museo.org

Museum of Contemporary Art Denver. 1¢ admission 1st Sat. of the month. 1485 Delgany St. mcadenver.org

National Ballpark Museum. 1940 Blake St. Check for days/hours at ballparkmuseum.com

The Urban Farm. Open to the public from 9am–1pm, Wed–Sat. 10200 Smith Rd. theurbanfarm.org

Wings Over the Rockies Museum. 7711 East Academy Blvd. wingsmuseum.org

PERFORMANCE/THEATRE

7/6, 7/13, & 7/20—Shady Grove Concert Series. 7/6: Miguel Aviña; 7/13: Los Mocochetes; 7/20: High Lonesome. At Four Mile Historic Park.Tickets and info. at swallowhillmusic.org

7/8 Saturday—Dixie’s Cherry Bombs & Bottle Rockets. The new show from Dixie Longate is a web of storytelling that only America’s favorite southern redhead can create. Ellie Caulkins Opera House. denvercenter.org

7/8 Saturday—Beethoven & Brews Fest. A pre-concert beer fest in the Denver Performing Arts Complex Galleria and a concert event in Boettcher Concert Hall. 5pm. coloradosymphony.org

Through 7/9—Driving Miss Daisy. Poignantly explores the transformative power of friendship. Vintage Theatre, 1468 Dayton St. vintagetheatre.org

7/13 Thursday—True Crime Obsessed. Gillian Pensavalle and Patrick Hinds bring their ridiculous, hilarious, and over-the-top live podcast to the stage. 8–9:30pm. The Newman Center, 2344 East Iliff Ave. newmancenterpresents.com

7/14 Friday—Batman in Concert with the Colorado Symphony. Experience the iconic 1989 DC Superhero film and score. 7pm. Boettcher Concert Hall. coloradosymphony.org

7/15 Saturday—Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra. Presenting The Ladies of Soul: Celebrating the Music of Aretha Franklin with Tatiana “LadyMay” Mayfield. Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd, 7:30pm. coloradojazz.org

7/19 Wednesday—The Narrators: Hot. The Narrators is a live storytelling show and podcast based in Denver. Name your price tickets. 8pm. Buntport Theater, 717 Lipan St. buntport.com

7/28 to 8/13—Reptile Logic: A Corporate Dismemberment. An award-winning stage play with accolades from across the nation. Vintage Theatre, 1468 Dayton St, Aurora. vintagetheatre.org

7/29 Saturday—Small Town Murder. Comedians James Pietrangallo and Jimmie Whisman are taking their hit podcast on the road. 7:30–9:30pm. The Newman Center, 2344 East Iliff Ave. newmancenterpresents.com

Through 7/30—In The Heights. The story of vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood. Vintage Theatre, 1468 Dayton St. vintagetheatre.org

Through 10/15—Miss Rhythm – The Legend of Ruth Brown. Before Etta James, Aretha Franklin, and Tina Turner, there was Ruth Brown. Garner Galleria Theatre. denvercenter.org

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Food For Thought Denver. Providing food for students and their families. Sign up to volunteer or donate at foodforthoughtdenver.org

Project Worthmore. Help bag and deliver fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy, and household necessities to refugees. projectworthmore.org

Reach Out and Read Colorado. Help sort and pack gently-used children’s books for underserved families. Email info@reachoutandreadco.org for details.

Reading Volunteers Needed Read with students in grades K–8. One hour a week. No experience necessary. Contact: Pil, 2011@partnersinliteracy.org.

Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) For volunteer opportunities, email Cathy Law at claw@voacolorado.org 

Ronald McDonald House Charities Volunteer. Go to ronaldhouse.org under “How You Can Help” for info. 

Sand Creek Greenway Volunteer Opportunities. For more info go to sandcreekgreenway.org/upcoming-volunteer-opportunities

Single Volunteers of Greater Denver. Not-for-profit singles group to meet others and assist nonprofit organizations for events/activities. Info at svgd.org

Village Exchange Center A non-profit formed to serve immigrants and refugees in Aurora & Denver. villageexchangecenter.org

Volunteers of America Colorado Branch For volunteer opportunities go to voacolorado.org/volunteer-opportunities/