Families

Creatures of Light

Creatures of Light

All that glitters isn’t gold—it might be a bug or a fish. The Denver Museum of Nature and Science (DMNS) celebrates all living things that blink, glow, flash and flicker at its Creatures of Light exhibition, through June 10.

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The Indie Prof: In the Fade & Paradise

The Indie Prof: In the Fade & Paradise

Each month, the Indie Prof reviews a current film in the theater and second film or series available on DVD or instant-streaming service. Follow “Indie Prof” on Facebook for updates about film events and more reviews.

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Mom, Daughter Find Their Passion at The Urban Farm

Mom, Daughter Find Their Passion at The Urban Farm

“Urban Farm was my life since I was 5. Without that, I don’t know what I’d be doing now,” says Monica Marrs, a 19-year-old student at Oklahoma State University majoring in animal science production. “Urban Farm helped me find my passion.”

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New DDS Principal Brings Passion for Project-Based Learning

New DDS Principal Brings Passion for Project-Based Learning

Denver Discovery School has chosen a new leader, in the wake of several months of instability. Pam Kirk comes to the Stapleton middle school with nearly five years of experience as the leader of Asbury Elementary, in south Denver, which was a great training ground for the 15-year Denver Public Schools veteran.

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The Book Worm

The Book Worm

Book reviews by librarians at the Sam Gary Branch, Denver Public Library

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From Stapleton to Iraq: A Soldier’s Story

From Stapleton to Iraq: A Soldier’s Story

It was a change in plans, to say the least. Chris and Kim Schmitten’s expectation of a large wedding in October 2016 was derailed when Chris was told in April 2016 that he would be deployed to Iraq.

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