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| Colfax Avenue, 1972 - Photo Credit: Bruce McAllister |
Monday, June 4, 2012
It Was 30 Years Ago Today
Sunday, June 3, 2012
Danielle Ate The Sandwich - Live at Twist & Shout
Join us 6/5 at 6pm to celebrate the release of Like A King
Here is the link to our FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE CLICK HERE
This is Danielle performing "Like a King" LIVE AT GROOVACIOUS 3-27- 2012 CEDAR CITY, UTAH:
Civic Center Park Historic Landmark Designation Pending
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| Civic Center Park - Colfax Avenue and Broadway |
Last month, Mayor Michael Hancock said approval of the recommendation for Denver's Civic Center "would shine a spotlight on this city treasure and help to deliver Denver as a world-class city."
Safety professionals by the thousands are converging on Denver, Colorado to attend ASSE's Safety 2012 at the downtown Colorado Convention Center. They're arriving just as a National Park Service advisory board considers a recommendation to designate the Denver Civic Center as a National Historic Landmark. The request went before the board May 22-23; if approved, it would be the first National Historic Landmark designation in the city, Denver Mayor Michael Hancock said.The Denver Civic Center is located in central Denver, south of the Central Business District at the intersection of Colfax Avenue and Broadway. The recommendation includes Civic Center Park, Veteran's Park, the McNichol's Building, the City and County Building, and the Colorado State Capitol.
Hancock supported the recommendation May 15 during a meeting of the advisory board's Landmarks Committee.
"Civic Center serves as the keystone for the entire Denver Parks system and sits literally where the city's cultural, community, and commercial realms converge," he said during the meeting. "For Civic Center to receive the honor of becoming a National Historic Landmark would shine a spotlight on this city treasure and help to deliver Denver as a world-class city."
Saturday, June 2, 2012
DAVA Center inspires local youth
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| Jose Angel admires glass pieces. (Photo courtesy: DAVA) |
05/29/2012
“All children are artists. The problem is how to remain an artist once he
grows up.” – PicassoLike Picasso’s quote, students with Downtown Aurora Visual Arts (DAVA) are learning to keep an open mind and to maintain their creative energies well into adulthood. Founded in 1993 the nonprofit community arts center serves about 1,000 elementary, middle and high school students every year. Using visual arts as a teaching tool the organization helps build self-esteem, teach job skills and a family-friendly link to the neighborhood.
Based in northwest Aurora’s art district in the shadow of the historic Aurora Fox Theater on Colfax Avenue, DAVA provides an open studio for ceramics, painting, drawing and photography; a computer lab to learn basic digital graphics; a portable art school that shares artworks with schools, centers, and public facilities; and job training themes of problem solving, positive attitudes, and teamwork.
Led by Executive Director Susan Jenson, the nonprofit operates out of several disjointed retail strip buildings built in 1948. Despite not having an official main entrance or front door, Aurora students and visitors are welcome with open arms and attendance and funding continues to grow steadily every year. With support from the city of Aurora, Aurora Chamber, federal block grants, individual donations and corporate and foundation grants, schools and volunteers, the organization has steadily repaired and renovated much of the space to maximize functionality for classrooms, storage, offices and exhibit space.
As summer approaches a long line of youth will be waiting to enroll for extended hours this summer, Jenson says, noting that about 70 percent of participants are Latino students and class sizes represent 1-to-10 teacher-to-student ratio.
“We’re taking what we have and restructuring it and repurposing it,” Jenson says. “We’re staying flexible and have renovated sections one at a time ... but it was never built to serve 900 kids,” she says, smiling.
Artist instructors, college volunteers and visiting artists provide diverse perspectives and a boost of imaginative ideas. Artist and gallery manager Viviane Le Courtois, originally from France, ensures a vibrant, eclectic gallery space, portable artwork in new venues and field trips.
Last year students produced murals that were displayed for five months at Denver International Airport and partnered with Shadow Theatre and Colorado Film School on video and performance projects. Artist and computer lab leader Luzia Ornelas, originally from Sao Paulo, Brazil, oversees students who use the computers to create posters, produce digital images and mixed-media for the gallery.
Based on recent surveys, DAVA has helped boost grades and curb truancy. Some alumni return as staff members or volunteers. Alberto Veronica enrolled in DAVA when he was 10 years old and after graduating from college has returned to serve as DAVA’s Marketing/Administrative Coordinator and Studio Assistant.
The latest gallery exhibition, “Experiment!”, runs through July 13 and features student works and an installation by artist Rosane Volchan O’Conor and drawings and magnetic sculptures by artist Gary Parkins.
“A lot of parents in this neighborhood are worried about their future and the future of their kids,” Jenson says. “They see this center as a safe place and a trusted resource. We’re successful because this is a safe environment.”
An official ribbon cutting to celebrate completion of a new renovated building is scheduled for later this month. For more information visit www.davarts.org or call 303-367-5886.
Colfax artist David Uhl at Sturgis Buffalo Chip
Loud n Proud - David Uhl
Courtesy of RevComm
Friday, June 01, 2012
World renowned artist David Uhl and designer Danial James of Uhl Works,
along with the Legendary Buffalo Chip, have announced an official
association for this year's Sturgis Rally. In 2012, Uhl Works will be
located onsite at the Buffalo Chip’s Public Art Gallery. In celebration
of this new relationship, Uhl has designed an original limited
collectors series lithograph (18" x 24") that will be available with and
without a matching men’s and women’s shirt that portrays the original
artwork.
Starting this week, these items will only be available online, exclusively at www.BuffaloChip.com, and are offered on a first come first serve basis. The lithograph can be purchased separately or the shirt can be bundled with it as a value-added package. The original lithograph Design/Artwork "Loud & Proud" celebrates the Buffalo Chip’s tradition of being the premier accommodation and concert venue for the rally. The shirts are crafted in a 12-color men's and women's pima cotton mineral wash tee. Both garments portray Uhl Works' Buffalo Chip Lithograph, are of fine quality, and include embroidery, patchwork and many other features that make Uhl Works apparel popular.
In addition to displaying David Uhl’s fine art at the Buffalo Chip, Uhl Works will also display their entire gallery of specialty Uhl Works apparel at the new CrossRoads area at the Buffalo Chip, alongside the band stand and the 53,000 pound sculpture. For those who would like to increase the collectability of lithographs and shirts, there will be scheduled signings at the gallery by David Uhl and Rod “Woody” Woodruff. The schedule of the signings will be announced in the last week of July.
About Uhl Works-
Uhl Works is located at 15801 West Colfax Avenue in Golden and specializes in a unique brand of hand crafted drawings and paintings, tastefully imprinted on high-end apparel. Uhl Works was formed by David Uhl and Danial James. Through their long-standing collaboration, David Uhl and Danial James have produced a body of work that spans over 20 years and includes hundreds of the top selling T-shirt designs for the motorcycle industry. David Uhl is officially licensed by Harley-Davidson and recognized for his unique style and vintage motorcycle paintings. His artwork is displayed throughout the world, and sought by prominent art collectors and celebrities alike. You can visit Uhl Works at www.uhlworks.com.
About The Sturgis Buffalo Chip-
Sturgis Buffalo Chip 2012 will take place August 3 – August 11. In 2012, The Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling and the Sturgis rally’s cornerstone event will celebrate its 31st consecutive annual concert series. Since 1982, the Sturgis Buffalo Chip has provided unforgettable live music experiences for fans from around the world. The Sturgis Buffalo Chip attracts the music industry's hottest stars, emerging talent and local favorites, and hosts a diverse selection of food and beverage vendors and interactive exhibits. Set on 580 acres, three miles outside of Sturgis, the Buffalo Chip is a festival experience like no other. More details are available at BuffaloChip.com
Starting this week, these items will only be available online, exclusively at www.BuffaloChip.com, and are offered on a first come first serve basis. The lithograph can be purchased separately or the shirt can be bundled with it as a value-added package. The original lithograph Design/Artwork "Loud & Proud" celebrates the Buffalo Chip’s tradition of being the premier accommodation and concert venue for the rally. The shirts are crafted in a 12-color men's and women's pima cotton mineral wash tee. Both garments portray Uhl Works' Buffalo Chip Lithograph, are of fine quality, and include embroidery, patchwork and many other features that make Uhl Works apparel popular.
In addition to displaying David Uhl’s fine art at the Buffalo Chip, Uhl Works will also display their entire gallery of specialty Uhl Works apparel at the new CrossRoads area at the Buffalo Chip, alongside the band stand and the 53,000 pound sculpture. For those who would like to increase the collectability of lithographs and shirts, there will be scheduled signings at the gallery by David Uhl and Rod “Woody” Woodruff. The schedule of the signings will be announced in the last week of July.
About Uhl Works-
Uhl Works is located at 15801 West Colfax Avenue in Golden and specializes in a unique brand of hand crafted drawings and paintings, tastefully imprinted on high-end apparel. Uhl Works was formed by David Uhl and Danial James. Through their long-standing collaboration, David Uhl and Danial James have produced a body of work that spans over 20 years and includes hundreds of the top selling T-shirt designs for the motorcycle industry. David Uhl is officially licensed by Harley-Davidson and recognized for his unique style and vintage motorcycle paintings. His artwork is displayed throughout the world, and sought by prominent art collectors and celebrities alike. You can visit Uhl Works at www.uhlworks.com.
About The Sturgis Buffalo Chip-
Sturgis Buffalo Chip 2012 will take place August 3 – August 11. In 2012, The Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling and the Sturgis rally’s cornerstone event will celebrate its 31st consecutive annual concert series. Since 1982, the Sturgis Buffalo Chip has provided unforgettable live music experiences for fans from around the world. The Sturgis Buffalo Chip attracts the music industry's hottest stars, emerging talent and local favorites, and hosts a diverse selection of food and beverage vendors and interactive exhibits. Set on 580 acres, three miles outside of Sturgis, the Buffalo Chip is a festival experience like no other. More details are available at BuffaloChip.com
Friday, June 1, 2012
Inspire Arts Week
Inspire Arts Week is an eleven-day event encouraging local
residents to get out and experience Lakewood's heritage, culture and
arts. All participating Lakewood art and cultural organizations are
offering discounts or free special events from June 6 to June 16. The event is sponsored in part by the 40 West Arts District. The new, emerging arts district is anchored by historic West Colfax (US 40), Rocky Mountain College of
Art + Design & the new Lamar Street Light Rail Station. The community-oriented, non-profit arts district in NE Lakewood
embraces the Arts of all kinds.
Event Details
Date
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Event Title, Time
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Location, Contact
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Description
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Fee
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June 6 |
If you have always
wondered how the conductor brings the diverse instruments together into a
beautiful sound, you are in for a treat with this open rehearsal. Then
see how it all comes together during a performance the next evening with
featured soloist cellist Silver Ainomee performing the Saint-Saens
Cello Concerto.
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FREE
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June 7 |
"Gestalt"
Juried Sculpture Exhibit Opening 5 - 7 p.m. |
Lakewood Cultural Center
presents regional, national and internationally recognized artists and
is host to community performances, exhibits and art classes. For
“Gestalt,” sculptor Tom Ware selects works in light of their gestalt,
their overall meaning, where the whole is greater than the sum of the
parts.
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FREE
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BADGER Split Screen
"A French Affair" 6 - 7 p.m. |
BADGER is a nonprofit,
grass-roots organization of residents dedicated to the promotion of arts
and culture in Belmar and Lakewood. Split Screen is an ongoing series
featuring diverse speakers covering a wide variety of topics. “A French
Affair,” ooh la la, complements the Lakewood Symphony performance that
follows.
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Adults $8
Students $5 Seniors $5 50% off with Lakewood Symphony concert ticket |
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Enjoy this evening performance with featured solo cellist Silver Ainomee performing the Saint-Saens Cello Concerto.
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Adults $15
Seniors $12 Children $12 Student $12 |
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June 8 |
40 West Arts
1560 Teller St. |
40 West Arts, a nonprofit
arts district that champions the creative and economic vitality of the
region by creating community arts spaces and community arts events,
hosts a ribbon-cutting for its new 40 West Gallery and Phase 1 of 40
West Studios, followed by a full weekend of exhibits from 40 West
artists, RMCAD, and local children and seniors - a community art project
that allows visitors to share their creativity, FREE creative classes -
and gourmet food trucks!
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FREE
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Music on the Plaza
5:30-7:30 p.m. |
Belmar Plaza
(off Teller St.) 303-742-1520 |
Enjoy live acoustic and jazz ensembles on the plaza.
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FREE
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West Metro Fire Rescue Foundation
"Laughter Saves Lives" 7 p.m. & 9:30 p.m. |
Laugh ‘til it hurts and a
firefighter responds! This evening of comedy supports the foundation’s
efforts to raise money to build a representation of Lakewood’s first
fire station at Lakewood Heritage Center. Guests 18 years and older are
welcome.
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$20
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June 9 |
40 West Arts
1560 Teller St. |
40 West Arts, a nonprofit
arts district that champions the creative and economic vitality of the
region by creating community arts spaces and community arts events,
hosts a full weekend of exhibits from 40 West artists, RMCAD, and local
children and seniors - a community art project that allows visitors to
share their creativity, FREE creative classes - and gourmet food trucks!
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FREE
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Music on the Plaza
1-3 p.m. |
Belmar Plaza
(off Teller St.) 303-742-1520 |
Enjoy live acoustic and jazz ensembles on the plaza.
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FREE
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Rockin' Block Party
10 a.m.-11 p.m. |
Lakewood Heritage Center
hosts a retro day of fun and entertainment with a Rockin’ Block Party, a
community event honoring Lakewood’s heritage and its dedicated
residents.
Museum Tours, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Retro Games, 5-7 p.m. Chuck Hughes Band ('50s tribute), 7:30-8:30 p.m. "Grease" (PG-13), 9 p.m. |
FREE
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The Lakewood Historical Society invites you to find out “what it’s worth.” Appraisers will be
available to look at your treasures and answer questions. Bring your small, manageable antiques made of wood, fiber, clay or metal, and join those interested in cherished items from the past. Limit 2 items/person. The Lakewood Historical Society was formed in 1974 to record, preserve and share Lakewood’s history. |
$5/item
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All INSPIRE Arts Week Partners
Arts Avenue 5-7 p.m. |
Come find out what INSPIRE is all about. The Arts Avenue will include booths for all partner organizations, games and demos.
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FREE
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June 10 |
40 West Arts
1560 Teller St. |
40 West Arts, a nonprofit
arts district that champions the creative and economic vitality of the
region by creating community arts spaces and community arts events,
hosts a full weekend of exhibits from 40 West artists, RMCAD, and local
children and seniors - a community art project that allows visitors to
share their creativity, FREE creative classes - and gourmet food trucks!
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FREE
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June 11 |
Washington Heights Arts Center
6375 W. 1st Ave. 303-987-5436 |
Stop by and we’ll show you
how to operate one of our looms. Take a tour of the pottery,
paper making, weaving or jewelry studios and the historic building, and
pick up information about our awesomely fun summer camps for kids and
classes for teens and adults.
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FREE
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June 12 |
Whitlock Park
1555 Dover St. |
The West Colfax Community
Association is a coalition of citizens, business owners, community
leaders, and neighborhood organizations working together to create and
sustain a vibrant
community and to enhance the economic vitality of the West Colfax Avenue corridor. Join us for a picnic, live music (with three bands: Retrovertigo, Lila Bloom and Look Both Ways), a car show (provided by the Old Car Council of Colorado) and a raffle. |
FREE
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Rockley Music Center
8555 W. Colfax Ave. 303-233-4444 |
Rockley Music is proud to
be a supporter of the arts in Lakewood since 1946. Our mission is to
make everyone a musician or at least an appreciative audience member.
Enjoy an evening of two-piano music on the Bechstein stage with CSMTA
all-stars Howard & Karen Pancoast and Steve Fiess & Cheryl
Saborsky.
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FREE
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June 13 |
Lakewood Arts Council Art Talk
"Viewing an Art Show" 1:30 p.m. |
Lakewood Arts Council Arts Center
85 S. Union Blvd. Suite B 303-980-0625 |
The Lakewood Arts Council
(LAC) is a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to serving the
community by promoting and supporting the arts in Lakewood and the
surrounding area. Founded in 1988, LAC encompasses all the arts:
theater, music, dance, visual arts and literature. We provide numerous
events, performances, exhibits, concerts, workshops and special programs
at reasonable rates for all.
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FREE
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Anam Cara Living Arts Studio & Gallery (Belmar Block 7)
445 S. Saulsbury St. Studio G 720-933-3813 |
Using a variety of
materials, create mandalas with a meditative and healing focus. This
workshop is about self-expression rather than art instruction. All
that’s required is interest.
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$30
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June 14 |
Lakewood Arts Council
"Experience the Arts," Interactive Art Demonstrations 10 a.m.-noon |
Lakewood Arts Council Arts Center
85 S. Union Blvd. Suite B 303-980-0625 |
The Lakewood Arts Council
(LAC) is a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to serving the
community by promoting and supporting the arts in Lakewood and the
surrounding area. Founded in 1988, LAC encompasses all the arts:
theater, music, dance, visual arts and literature. We provide numerous
events, performances, exhibits, concerts, workshops and special programs
at reasonable rates for all.
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FREE
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Lakewood Arts Council
A Night of Music 7-8 p.m. |
Lakewood Arts Council Arts Center
85 S. Union Blvd. Suite B 303-980-0625 |
The Lakewood Arts Council
(LAC) is a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to serving the
community by promoting and supporting the arts in Lakewood and the
surrounding area. Founded in 1988, LAC encompasses all the arts:
theater, music, dance, visual arts and literature. We provide numerous
events, performances, exhibits, concerts, workshops and special programs
at reasonable rates for all.
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FREE
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June 15 |
Lakewood Arts Council
Art in the Garden Speaker 2-3:30 p.m. |
Lakewood Arts Council Arts Center
85 S. Union Blvd. Suite B 303-980-0625 |
The Lakewood Arts Council
(LAC) is a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to serving the
community by promoting and supporting the arts in Lakewood and the
surrounding area. Founded in 1988, LAC encompasses all the arts:
theater, music, dance, visual arts and literature. We provide numerous
events, performances, exhibits, concerts, workshops and special programs
at reasonable rates for all.
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FREE
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Music on the Plaza
5:30-7:30 p.m. |
Belmar Plaza
(off Teller St.) 303-742-1520 |
Enjoy live acoustic and jazz ensembles on the plaza.
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FREE
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Belmar Block 7
Art Walk 5-9 p.m. |
Belmar Block 7
445 S. Saulsbury St. |
Block 7 is the face of the
Belmar Arts District and hosts eight independent studios where working
artists and crafts people create and show artwork and offer public
classes and workshops. Block 7 includes R Design, Anam Cara Living Arts
Studio & Gallery, Made In–Fine Interior Tailoring, True Colors
Studio & Gallery and Colorado Photographic Arts Center.
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FREE
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Colorado Photographic Arts Center
455 S. Saulsbury St. 303-837-1341 |
Colorado Photographic Arts
Center provides quality photographic education and encourages
individual expression for all levels of photographers and arts
enthusiasts. The sample day is to show and discuss upcoming summer
workshops. Those who register for a workshop that day will receive 10%
off their registration.
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FREE
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This musical, based on the
hit movie, explodes onto the stage with classic ‘80s anthems including
“Holding Out For a Hero,” “Let’s Hear It For the Boy” and, of course,
“Footloose.” Show continues after Arts Week.
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$25
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June 16 |
RMCAD
1600 Pierce St. 303-753-6044 |
This eclectic and
innovative event, an alternative to traditional fine art fairs, takes
place on the campus of Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design.
Organizers set out to create an annual marketplace for local artists,
designers and crafters to showcase and sell their work. It’s is a
vibrant, community-based event that features unique entertainment, local
music and delicious food.
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FREE
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Colorado Photographic Arts Center
455 S. Saulsbury St. 303-837-1341 |
Colorado Photographic Arts
Center provides quality photographic education and encourages
individual expression for all levels of photographers and arts
enthusiasts. The sample day is to show and discuss upcoming summer
workshops. Those who register for a workshop that day will receive 10%
off their registration.
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FREE
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Music on the Plaza
1-3 p.m. |
Belmar Plaza
(off Teller St.) 303-742-1520 |
Enjoy live acoustic and jazz ensembles on the plaza.
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FREE
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