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Second Saturday in RiNo Art District

Claire & Laura — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:20:17 +0000

We try to remind you (and ourselves) of the monthly First Friday art walks throughout metro Denver/Boulder and also the Golden Triangle’s monthly Third Friday. Add to those the River North (RiNo) Art District’s Second Saturday of each month, the next being February 11 from 7 to 11 p.m. You’ll find more than 50 open studios, food trucks, music and art for sale in an area bounded by I-70 to the north, I-25 to the west, Park Avenue West to the south, and Lawrence to the east. While retaining its industrial roots, the RiNo neighborhood is now fertile ground for arts and artists.

Free Kids’ Art Class in Longmont

Claire & Laura — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:35:44 +0000

Longmont’s Firehouse Art Center offers FREE Firehouse Art Experience classes the second and fourth Fridays of the month – that is on February 11 and February 25. This Saturday’s sessions are from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. for ages 4 to 8 years and from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. for ages 9 to 12 years. Class times for the 25th have not yet been posted. Registration is required by calling 303-651-2787. The center is in downtown Longmont at 667 4th Ave.

Boulder Coop Gallery Hosts Free Kids’ Craft Event

Claire & Laura — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:23:39 +0000

The artist-owned Boulder Arts & Crafts Gallery invites children aged 5 and older to make a Valentine or other project with the coop’s artists on Saturday, February 11, 3 to 5 p.m. All materials are provided for this FREE annual event. Among the projects kids typically undertake are Valentine cards, Mother’s and Father’s Day cards, magic wands, tissue paper flowers and laminated bookmarks. 1421 Pearl St., Boulder, 303-443-3683.

DCTC’s “The Whale” – $10 Off Tickets

Bryan — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:30:59 +0000

Here’s a potential deal for a very theatrical Valentine’s Day date, but in a good way. The Denver Center Theatre Company is offering $10 off tickets to its world premiere of “The Whale” with promo code CHARLIE. The show runs through February 19. The play is an engaging and compelling story about the estranged relationship between a father and daughter, who are reconnecting after 17 years. The deal is valid for select tickets only, which usually means no Friday or Saturday night performances. You can purchase tickets online or by phone. However, to avoid service fees, you need to get your tickets directly at the DCPA Box Office.

MHOTC Exclusive: 25% Off ‘Love in the Digital Age’

Claire & Laura — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:45:31 +0000

If you didn’t get the chance to see Ballet Nouveau Colorado’s full-length world premiere of Love in the Digital Age (yeah, yeah, we know – the snowstorm and a little thing called the Super Bowl), here’s another opportunity… at a discount. Garrett Ammon, the creator of Carry On featuring Paper Bird, and Kris Collins, the architect of digital spectaculars for major acts including the Black Eyed Peas have collaborated to create an extravaganza of contemporary dance (no tutus and toe shoes), multimedia and global music reveling in the splendor of ♥love♥. Performances are February 10 to 12 at Pinnacle Charter School (1001 W. 84th Ave., Denver), at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and at 2 p.m. on Sunday. MHOTC readers can get 25% off Standard and Prime tickets using the promo code BNCMILEHIGH when purchasing tickets. (Note there’s a $3 service fee per ticket.) Order tickets online or by phone at 303-466-5685.

Meininger Art Supplies Winter Back To School Sale

Claire & Laura — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 09:15:50 +0000

Meininger Art Supplies is offering store-wide savings on paint, pastels, easels, portfolios, drafting supplies, markers, sketch books and much more during their winter back-to-school sale going on now. Don’t miss out on these deals: pre-stretched canvas at up to 70% off list price, paint and brushes at up to 50% off list price, all Golden Artist Color acrylic paint and mediums are 40% off list price. For details visit their website to download the sale flier. The sale runs through February 26. 499 Broadway, Denver, 303-698-3838; 1135 Broadway, Boulder, 303-444-3063.

Dinner & Show Special at Boulder’s Dinner Theatre

Claire & Laura — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:30:28 +0000

Boulder’s Dinner Theatre‘s production of “Phantom” is nearing the end of its run. Buy one ticket to a performance of “Phantom” at its regular price and get a second ticket at 50% off for shows from February 2 to 9. The fine print reads “select seats only.”Note that this is not Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Phantom of the Opera,” but composer/lyricist Maury Yeston’s adaptation of Gaston Leroux’s original novel. To order tickets, call the box office at 303-449-600, ext. 4, stop by at 5501 Arapahoe Ave. or buy online. (Note that a $2.50 per ticket handling fee is added to all online orders.)

$20 Tickets for Westword’s Artopia, February 18

Claire & Laura — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:25:24 +0000

Art, culture, fashion, food, cocktails and music come together on Saturday, February 18, as Westword’s Artopia fills five SoCo venues (Vinyl, Living Room, City Hall, Bar Standard and Mo’s). This huge bash for the 21+ crowd starts at 7 p.m. and rocks into the wee hours of the morning. This year’s annual celebration showcases an eclectic mix of artists, musicians and performers including BLKHRTS, Churchill, Danielle Ate the Sandwich, Flashlights, Spires, Yo Soy Sauce, CacheFlowe, DJ Boy Hollow, DJ Ivy, Cora Vette, Greth David Ligon, Hermann West, the Ladies Fancywork Society, Orange Peel Moses, Phil Bender, Slam Nuba, Sven Jorgensen and more. Enjoy food samples from Cappello’s Gluten Free Pastas, DiFranco’s Fresh Italian, Mile High Vienna, Sam’s No. 3 and others. Shop the Marketplace featuring Arabella Boutique, Bare Root Studio, Bustle Packs, Igotboard.com, Sassafras Designs, Scantiliclad Apparel, Weird Chief Productions, and WontonMommy. Entry to all five venues is $20 “for a limited time.” Hang on to your Artopia wristbands. Each one is good for a FREE personal cheese or pepperoni pizza through May 1 at Pizza Fusion, only at 571 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, 303-830-0223.

Meet ‘Figaro’ Artists at Tattered Cover

Claire & Laura — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:25:54 +0000

The Tattered Cover LoDo hosts a FREE panel discussion with performing artists and the artistic team behind Opera Colorado’s “Marriage of Figaro” on Wednesday, February 1, at noon. Enjoy a lunchtime chat moderated by Opera Colorado’s General Director, Greg Carpenter. This event offers a fun, casual setting for people to interact with the stars of the production prior to the opening performances. People on the bookstore’s e-mail list have received a coupon for $1 off lunch at the café on that day, so if that’s you, print it out before you come to the discussion. 1618 16th St. (at Wynkoop), Denver, 303-436-1070.

CU Museum of Natural History – Free Admission

Bryan — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:15:58 +0000

We love museums because there’s always so much to learn and experience, especially for families. Did you know the University of Colorado Museum of Natural History is FREE all the time? With five exhibition halls, you can explore natural and cultural wonders from Colorado, North America and the world. They’re open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Museum admission is FREE. However, they have a very reasonable (if you can) suggested donation of $3 for adults and $1 for seniors/children (6 to 18). Plus, on occasion, there may be a small fee for certain museum programs. Henderson Building (15th & Broadway), Boulder, 303-492-6892.

Boulder Phil Special Includes Takács Quartet Tix

Claire & Laura — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 09:35:25 +0000

Buy tickets for the Boulder Philharmonic’s February 25 and March 24 concerts and get tickets to the April 21 season finale featuring the Takács Quartet for FREE. We are alerting you early, because the offer is limited to the first 100 patrons. Prices range from $50 in Loge 2 to $88 in Orchestra 1 for all three concerts for those lucky 100. The Takács Quartet normally sells out. Order online or by calling Shelley Sampson at 303-449-1343, ext. 2 (generally Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.). These concerts take place at Macky Auditorium on the CU Boulder Campus,

3 DCTC Plays for $99

Claire & Laura — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 09:20:00 +0000

The Tony Award-winning Denver Center Theatre Company offers tickets to three world premieres — “The Whale” and “Two Things You Don’t Talk About at Dinner” (both through February 19) and “Great Wall Story” (March 16 to April 22) — for just $99. The theaters are all small, so there are no bad seats. Click here to purchase the World Premiere Package, or phone 303-893-4100 or 800-641-1222. The shows go on at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, 1101 13th St., Denver.

Sale and Freebie at Ten Thousand Villages

Claire & Laura — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:45:46 +0000

Ten Thousands Villages is one of our favorite places to find handcrafted gifts because we know that all items are produced under fair-trade conditions by artisans in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East. The store has its annual World Caravan Sale through January 31. You’ll find treasures from around the world marked 25% to 75% off including jewelry, scarves and home decor. Stop by on Saturday, January 28 and receive a FREE handmade papyrus bookmark ($12 value) with any purchase of $20 or more, while supplies last. 2626 E. Third Ave. Denver (in Cherry Creek North), 303-316-8773.

Free Kids Crafts Every Saturday at Lakeshore Learning Store

Claire & Laura — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:30:23 +0000

Every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lakeshore Learning Store offers FREE craft activities for kids ages 3 and older. The January/February schedule promises a lot of hands-on fun. Here’s the lineup: January 28 — create a Groundhog Puppet, February 4 — design a cool, flip-open notebook for drawing and writing, February 11 — make a heart-shaped Valentine Mailbox, February 18 — President’s Day is extra special with a Log-Cabin Collage, and February 25 — celebrate Dr. Seuss’ upcoming birthday with a super-silly stick puppet. Colorado’s Lakeshore Learning Store is located at 8680 A Park Meadows Drive., Littleton, 303-768-8484.

Free Tickets To Colorado New Play Summit

Claire & Laura — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:37:15 +0000

Denver may be far from the bright lights of Broadway, but the Mile High City has a mile high reputation for nurturing new playwrights. The Colorado New Play Summit will present five readings of new plays February 10 to 12. Scheduled are Homefree by Lisa Loomer on Friday, February 10 at 1 p.m.; Ed, Downloaded by Michael Mitnick on Friday, February 10 at 3:30 p.m.; Sense & Sensibility The Musical by Jeffrey Haddow and Neal Hampton on Saturday, February 11 at 12:30 p.m.; Grace, Or the Art of Climbing by Lauren Feldman on Saturday, February 11 at 3:30 p.m. and The Hand of God by Richard Dresser on Sunday, February 12 at 11 a.m. All performances are at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts in either The Jones, Space Theatre or The Ricketson Theatre. Admission is FREE but you need to reserve your free tickets online or by calling 303-893-6030. Be sure to use the promo code PUBLIC. Space at the readings is limited. If you can’t or don’t reserve a seat, tickets may be available at the door 15 minutes prior to the reading (but why take the chance?).

Tiny Tots Can Go “Inside The Orchestra”

Claire & Laura — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:25:26 +0000

Tiny Tots Inside the Orchestra has been introducing little ones age 6 and under to orchestral music for a quarter of a century. Performances take place February 1 to 13 at venues throughout metro Denver (from The Wildlife Experience and El Jebel Shrine to Temple Sinai, Temple Emanuel and the huge Boettcher Concert Hall). Children literally are “inside the orchestra,” surrounded on the stage by the professional musicians who play familiar melodies. Plus live opera music is performed by local Central City Opera Ensemble Artist Chad Regan. All performances take place at both 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. You’ll find a schedule here. Because some spaces fill quickly, be sure to get your seats as soon as possible. Tickets are $5 (and FREE to those who can’t afford it and children under age one). You can download an order form online or pay at the door the day of performance.

BOGO Tickets for Europa Galante, 1/29

Bryan — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 09:20:27 +0000

Formed in 1990, Europa Galante was formed by Fabio Biondi to share his interpretation of music from baroque and classical eras on original instruments. The ensemble, including world-famous mezzo-soprano Vivica Genaux, has toured Australia, Canada, Israel, Japan, South American and now the U.S. The show is based on their 2011 album Vivaldi Pyrotechnics, which was nominated for a Grammy in the Best Classical Vocal Performance category. The ensemble is performing at the Newman Center‘s June Swaner Gates Concert Hall on Sunday, January 29 at 4 p.m. You can purchase “buy one, get one FREE” tickets with promo code valujan29. Tickets range from $33 to $49. The deal is valid online only, so service fees will apply. However, parking is FREE. 2344 E. Iliff Ave., Denver.

Sing Free, Sing Now! in Boulder

Claire & Laura — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 09:20:47 +0000

Learn to sing in 2012. Sing Free, Sing Now! is a FREE series of classes for men interesting in learning how to sing. Classes begin Tuesday, January 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the Boulder Center for Spiritual Living (note that the chorus or workshops are in no way affiliated with any religious organization). The focus is on barbershop-style, along with proper vocal technique including posture & breathing, vowels & diction, and performance tips. Master Clinician Chad Boltz will be leading the group. Boltz is director of the Boulder Timberliners Barbershop Chorus and a certified private voice teacher and graduate of the University of Colorado College of Music. To sign up, RSVP to Chad at boltztp@hotmail.com or call 303-775-4832.

Buy 2, Get 2 Free Tickets to “String of Pearls”

Claire & Laura — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:40:02 +0000

Avenue Theater kicks off its 25th anniversary with “String of Pearls” a play that opens up the lives of an array of women as they come into contact with a certain strand of pearls. While the pearls are stolen, bought, bestowed, unstrung and nearly lost, four actresses play 27 characters in this deeply moving comedy. Get two FREE tickets when you buy two general admission tickets for any performance: January 20, 21, 27, and 28 and February 2, 3, and 4. To get the deal, call the Box Office at 303-321-5925 and say “I want my own string of pearls.” Note: this morning we heard from Bob that VOICE Daily Deals has a similar deal only it’s 2 tickets for the price of 1. To see that deal go to Westword’s VOICE Daily Deals website.

RMPBS Members Get BOGO Entry to Clyfford Still Museum

Claire & Laura — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:35:00 +0000

Rocky Mountain PBS members can buy two adult admission tickets for the price of one to the new Clyfford Still Museum on one of four upcoming Tuesdays (January 24, January 31, February 7 and February 14). If you don’t already belong to RMPBS, join now. Adult museum admission is $10, and basic RMPBS membership is $40, so if you take advantage of the BOGO offer, it’s like getting 25% off. When you are ready to purchase museum tickets, call RMPBS member services at 303-620-5690 to get a code that will net you the BOGO tickets. These must be purchased online in advance. The museum is at 1250 Bannock St., Denver (next to the Denver Art Museum), 720-354-4880.

Stock Show Stub Nets 25% Off Johnny Cash Tribute

Claire & Laura — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:35:34 +0000

Hang onto your National Western Stock Show ticket stub for 25% off the Denver Center Theatre Company production of “Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash,” playing at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts from March 23 to May 13. To get the discount, which does not apply to prior sales and may not be used for Friday or Saturday evening performances, bring your stub(s) to the box office (open Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.) in the Helen Bonfils Center, Speer and Arapahoe.

Free Jazz at the Mercury Cafe

Claire & Laura — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:15:21 +0000

Mercury Cafe has lined up some local jazz bands for FREE performances this month and next. Here’s the schedule: Tuesday, January 17, 7:30 p.m. Trust Jazz; Thursday, January 19, 9:30 p.m. Tristen Brooke; Tuesday, January 24, 9:30 p.m. Danette Hallowell & Old Soulz; Tuesday, February 21, 7:30 p.m. Trust Jazz; Tuesday, February 28, 9:30 p.m. Danette Hallowell & Old Soulz. 2199 California St., Denver; 303-294-9258.