The Denver Traveler

Denver has the honor of hosting the National Performing Arts Convention (NPAC)- taking place this June 11th through the 14th. More than 3,000 members of the performing arts community will convene to explore and discuss the state of performing arts in our nation. NPAC is based at The Colorado Convention Center and will host many lectures, speeches, discussions and symposiums encompassing all the art forms: Dance, Music, Opera, Theatre and Choral Music.
All around town- performances are being hosted to honor this convention. Venues are varied and eclectic, but have in their hearts- the arts in mind. Check out the following …read more

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A few weeks ago The Denver Traveler spent a week showing you what could happen on any given Saturday in Denver. Well, this past weekend was one not to be missed!
The following is a list of what happened, just over the weekend! Imagine if you spent a whole week here:
The People’s Fair
The Colorado Rockies Played at Coors Field
La Piazza Dell ‘Arte: The Sidewalk Chalk Festival
Lisa Williams from ‘Life With the Dead’ came to town
Empire Lyrics performed Gilbert & Sullivan’s HMS Pinafore
6th Annual Denver Brain Tumor Walk

10th Annual Art Walk in the Greater Estes Valley
‘Catch Me If You Can’ premiered …read more

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The Democratic National Convention is being hosted by Denver this year and we, at The Denver Traveler, have heard of a great opportunity for the residents of the New West to get involved. America: Live and in Person is a historical presentation that will be given exhibition and performance at the convention this August 25th through the 28th.
The About Denver 2008 Host Committee would like you to know that-
“Your personal story is an important part of the great American story. Every single person in our country is affected by democracy in a different way. Whether you were born in …read more

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Lakeside Amusement Park has been a Denver Landmark and Destination since 1908!
It is an amusement park that has become its own city- complete with government, mailing address and law enforcement! As a park it harkens back to the days when people went for a stroll with umbrellas. As an amusement center it offers a little something for everyone; Roller Coasters, a Fun House, A Kiddie Park, and a Train around the lake!
Lakeside amusement park evokes many memories from anyone who has grown up in Denver. Ask anyone- they have a Lakeside memory. My dad’s is off Nickel Wednesday- where …read more

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Friday:
6:00pm- Critical Mass Bike Ride Start: 15th Street and West Colfax.
8:00pm- 3rd Law Dance Theatre premieres The Clean Room.
Saturday:
7:30pm- Next Stage Denver presents Falsettos at the Aurora Fox Theatre
10:00pm- Ladies and Gentleman, The Fabulous Stains Neighborhood Flix Cinema.

Sunday:
Noon to 4pm- Dia de los Ninos
Celebrate World Cultures during a Day for the Children.
Free admission to the Denver Art Museum, Colorado History Museum, Byers-Evans House and the Denver Public Library.
2:00pm- Estes Park Music Festival Winter Series Finale with Margaret Patterson.

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Friday- 8:00pm Wish We Were Floyd at The Gothic Theatre
Friday- 8:00pm A Shot of Spring at The Bovine Metropolis Theater
Saturday- 10:30am Interactive Yoga Storytime with Sydney Solis
Saturday- Noon to 5:00pm Still- Free Photography Exhibit at the Center for Visual Art
Sunday- 9:30am 6th Annual Earth Day 5k Run/Walk/Expo
Sunday- 2:00pm Peggy Lyon Duo- Piano and Cello at the Stanley Hotel

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Every third Thursday- The Bug Theatre offers a glimpse into Emerging Filmmakers. This series was founded in May of 2002 and since then has expanded to offer workshops in addition to the monthly Screenings and Talk back events.
Participation is open to all Colorado filmmakers. The length of your entry must not exceed 60 minutes- though they will consider an excerpt of a feature production. Formats may be submitted in either DVD or VHS NTSC. Guidelines and Entry forms here.
To take part as an audience member- just show up every third Thursday of the month with 5 bucks in …read more

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This Tuesday April 22nd is Earth Day. We at, The Denver Traveler, love Mother Earth, our Sweet Gaia and we found a few worthy celebrations at The Denver Museum of Nature and Science to honor the day.Friday April 18th the exhibit, Extreme Ice opens featuring award-winning photographer James Balog. The Museum has partnered with Mr. Balog to present a new exhibition of more than 24 images, featuring some of the most extreme and remote environments on Earth.
Saturday April 19th James Balog will give a lecture on Extreme Ice in the Phipps Imax Theater at 8:00pm. $15.00/members &18.00/non members
Sunday April …read more

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Are you a Member of the Botanic Gardens? If not- this may be a good time to join as they are offering a splendid deal for Mother’s day.
Brunch at The Botanic Gardens for Mom! There are two times to choose from: 9:30 am and 12:00 noon on Sunday May 11th- Mother’s Day! Brunch space is limited to 400 people per listed times.
We are sharing this information now because of the limited space and also the tickets take a few weeks to arrive in the mail.
Garden admission is free for members- the brunch is an additional cost:
$29.95 per adult
$19.95 per senior …read more

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The Denver Office of Cultural Affairs, to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the founding of Denver, is throwing open the doors of Denver to explore its architecture. This Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm you can tour some of the most interesting, unique and signature buildings in Denver.
You can take self guided tours, sign up for expert tours, embark on an urban adventure which entail self guided tours based on a theme. Get inside information about The Barth Hotel, The Castle Marne Bed and Breakfast, Berkeley Park, 16th Street Mall, Decker Branch Library, Denver Union Station, Elitch …read more

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