St. Nix is partnering with the High Plains Ghostbusters, Northern Colorado Ghostbusters & Fort Collins Ghostbusters to put on a Fill The Ecto Toy Drive event on Dec 16th From 10am – 2pm. St. Nix will also be doing 20% off their whole store and giving raffle tickets for a Nintendo Switch Light for anyone who purchases or brings a toy to donate at the store from 10am-7pm. This event will benefit Kenzi’s Causes which brings toys to Colorado kids who otherwise may not get anything for Christmas. Bring out a packaged unwrapped toy or purchase one to donate, get your picture with a Ghostbuster & Ghostbuster Santa and get entered into multiple giveaways going on. This Fill The Ecto Toy Drive Happening At St. Nix will only be one day Dec 16th. Dont miss it. (only one raffle ticket per person age 18 or older, Fill the Ecto event is from 10am – 2pm but you have until 7pm on the 16th to either purchase or bring a toy to donate to St. Nix for a ticket into the Nintendo Switch raffle)
Event Type: Community
2024 Denver Preschool Showcase
The 9th annual Denver Preschool Showcase is a free, one-stop opportunity for Denver families to connect with numerous quality-rated programs throughout the city and learn about early childhood resources, including tuition support through the Denver Preschool Program. The indoor event will feature free food, family-friendly activities, photo ops with a famous Minion and admission to the Denver Zoo.
Loveland’s Annual Valentine’s Day Group Wedding & Vow Renewal Ceremony
A romantic ceremony with music you vote on, a customized ceremony, keepsake photos, a LOCK couples can use to “Lock their love” on the famous LOVE sculpture or HEART sculpture in Loveland, gift bags, signature wedding cupcakes, and a chance to win a huge gift basket, along with surprises at the Eagles game! An original way to celebrate your love ON Valentine’s Day!
2024 brings you a once in a lifetime opportunity to get married ON THE ICE at Blue Arena – prior to an Eagles Hockey Game!
Wedding & Vow Renewal Package
$160 per couple
1. Custom Wedding & Vow Renewal Ceremony in the Sweetheart City, Loveland CO
2. Romantic Ceremony & LIVE Music
3. Your Marriage Certificate Signed by the Officiant
4. Signature Wedding Cupcakes from B Sweet Cupcakes
5. Gift Bag from Participating Northern Colorado Businesses
6. Keepsake Photo with Custom Backdrop – Onsite
7. Keepsake Lock you can Use to Permanently ‘Lock your Love’ on the Famous Loveland Sculpture or Heart from Visit Loveland!
8. A Chance to Win a BIG Gift Basket from Local Businesses!
9. 2 Tickets for Each Couple to Attend the Eagles Hockey Game After Your Ceremony!
10. FREE Parking for All Wedding Couples
11. Discounted Game Tickets for Your Family (limited number)
12. Chance to Win Highlights During the Eagles Hockey Game
13. Professional Photographer Photos of the BIG DAY
Nepal and Himalayan Adventures
Kumar Karakheti, a Fort Collins resident and native of Nepal, will present Nepal and Himalayan Adventures at 6 pm Thursday, Jan. 11, at the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures. The presentation is part of the Museum’s Global Adventures gatherings. Karakheti, who has trekked 65 times to Everest Base Camp, is the owner and lead guide for Journeys, LLC, a company that specializes in custom expeditions in the Himalayas. The Museum’s gift shop will also have items for purchase from Nepal, including blankets made from the wool of yaks, woolen hats and gloves, scarves, and singing bowls. Reservations are $10/person, and registration is requested at globalvillagemuseum.org. Wine and refreshments will be served, and there will be time for socializing and meeting other travelers. The Global Village Museum is located at 200 West Mountain Avenue, and Museum hours are 11 am to 5 pm Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, visit globalvillagemuseum.org or call 970-221-4600.
Foods of the Winter Solstice
Foods of the Winter Solstice will be presented from noon to 3 pm Saturday, Jan. 20, at The Cooking Studio Fort Collins. The fun cook-and-consume class has been organized by the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures in conjunction with its Main Gallery exhibit, Fire and Light: Winter Solstice Traditions. Working with professional chefs, participants will prepare the meal and then savor their creations. The menu will consist of: Wild Mushroom and Goat Cheese Crostini; Celery Root-Potato Purée; Seared Beef with Juniper Berries, Rosemary and Cabernet-Brandy Reduction; and Pomegranate Frangipane Tart (which contains almonds). The chefs will assist with culinary skills and cooking techniques, and all food and cooking equipment will be provided. Free take-home recipe packets will also be available. Registration to the class is $100/person, and reservations are required by Friday, Jan. 12, at globalvillagemuseum.org. As the class is limited to 16 people, early registration is encouraged. Persons with allergies or food restrictions should email Sophi at admin@globalvillagemuseum.org. The Cooking Studio is located at 123 N. College, Suite 130, on the main floor of the Opera Galleria in Old Town. The Global Village Museum is located at 200 West Mountain Avenue, and Museum hours are 11 am to 5 pm Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, visit globalvillagemuseum.org or call 970-221-4600.
Brushes & Brews
Calling all artists and beer lovers! Join us for a Brushes and Brews class at our brewery on Dec 27 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm! We’ll provide all the materials you need, including paints, brushes, and canvases. You just need to bring your creativity and a sense of fun!
We’ll be painting a bright winter moon scene, and we’ll have plenty of beer on tap, as well as wine, spirits, cider and even NA drinks to keep you hydrated. So come on down and relax, unwind, and create a masterpiece!
40 Under Forty: Boulder Valley & Northern Colorado
Boulder Valley and Northern Colorado 40 Under Forty recognizes 40 emerging business leaders in each region (80 total), under 40 years of age, who are making a mark on their communities through professional success and volunteer activities.
Union Peak Festival
Get ready to end summer on the highest note at the 3rd annual Union Peak Festival, a convergence of community, art, & sport is on the way September 8th-10th! With free, live musical performances by artists including Spoon, Fitz and the Tantrums, and Quinn XCII, plus live art and complimentary sports clinics, this festival is set to be the ultimate celebration of the mountain athlete.
Spiritually Speaking: Talk and Gallery-style Psychic Medium Reading
An intriguing 60-minute Talk with Chicago-based Author, Emmy-award winning journalist, and Spiritual Humorist, Jenniffer Weigel. Jen’s talk will be about manifesting and opening up your intuition. Followed by a 90-minute gallery-style reading with a surprise guest medium from Long Island NY. This will be followed by a 90-minute gallery-style reading by a surprise guest psychic medium from Long Island, NY.Date: Sunday, October 1st
Event Time: 2PM – 5PM
Tickets: $90 per person
Event produced by Red Envelope Productions.
Learn more about Jenniffer Weigel at jenweigel.comStanley Marketplace (east entrance, 2nd floor community event space)
2501 N. Dallas Street
Aurora, CO 80010
Walk to Defeat ALS®
Join the movement at The Denver Walk to Defeat ALS taking place on Sunday, October 8th, 2023 at Sloan’s Lake Park, CO with our wonderful community of ALS supporters and fighters! Did you know there are people in your communities and neighborhoods including friends and family that are suffering from ALS (also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease)? We need your help in fighting ALS on all fronts –fundraising, advocacy, and research to help provide continued services for people living with ALS, more treatment options and a CURE! The ALS Association Rocky Mountain Chapter strives to fight ALS and empower people living with ALS today. The Denver Walk to Defeat ALS is an outlet for families, friends, communities, companies, and YOU to come together & demonstrate your concern for the urgent need to find the cure for ALS. SIGN UP, RAISE FUNDS, HAVE FUN, AND WALK WITH US! We can’t wait for you to sign-up, it’s free!Please contact Tami Anderson with any questions or donations at tami@alsaco.org or 303-832-2322.Sign Up Website: http://secure.alsaco.org/denverDate & Walk Times: October 8th, 2023, 10:00am-1:00pmAddress & Map Info:
Sloan’s Lake Park
North Central Area
2199 Stuart St.
Denver, CO 80204