Join us for a special October screening of the cult classic HOCUS POCUS inside the Ivywild School Gym on the large screen, with fresh popcorn available. Brought to you by IFSOC and Ivywild School, FREE admission, donations appreciated!HOCUS POCUS (1993, PG, 1h 36m)
After moving to Salem, Mass., teenager Max Dennison (Omri Katz) explores an abandoned house with his sister Dani (Thora Birch) and their new friend, Allison (Vinessa Shaw). After dismissing a story Allison tells as superstitious, Max accidentally frees a coven of evil witches (Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy) who used to live in the house. Now, with the help of a magical cat, the kids must steal the witches’ book of spells to stop them from becoming immortal.
Event Type: Family Friendly
Special Olympics Colorado Hall of Fame Luncheon
Join Special Olympics Colorado on Thursday, November 17 for the Hall of Fame Luncheon presented by Smile Generation! This event gives guests the opportunity to meet and hear from athletes and learn about our accomplishments and our vision for a more inclusive future through the induction of our awardees.The Hall of Fame Luncheon attracts over 1,000 guests comprised of community and business leaders, longtime supporters, athletes, families and all who want to be part of the inclusion revolution. Reserve your seat or table today for our most uplifting and inspiring event of the year. Let’s make this year’s event a giant celebration for our awardees and their incredible achievements!Hall of Fame is Special Olympics Colorado’s largest, single-day fundraising event. Help us reach our fundraising goal of $240,000 by attending in person or virtually. Funds raised will directly impact the lives of nearly 16,000 Special Olympics Colorado athletes by providing year-round training, competitions, health screenings and leadership opportunities at no cost to them or their families.How to Attend:• Table Sponsor ($1,500) – A sponsored table for 10 (including an athlete) which includes the Table Sponsor’s name will be listed in event materials.• Table Captain – A Table Captain includes one table for you, an athlete and 8 guests at no cost, however, the Table Captain plays a huge role in inviting guests to learn more about how to support Special Olympics CO and sets a fundraising goal for their guests/table to meet on event day.• Individual Guest – Individuals are welcome to attend. There is no cost to attend but we ask that everyone consider donating before and/or during the event to help us reach our fundraising goal.• Livestream – Can’t attend but want to support from afar? Select the “Livestream” option when registering.
Durango Turkey Trot
One of Durango’s most popular running races, the Turkey Trot presented by Animas Surgical Hospital is a 30-year holiday tradition for the whole family. Come burn off some calories and work up an appetite before your big meal!The Turkey Trot features a 5-mile race and a 1-mile fun run. All of the proceeds go to great local charities.Big thanks to Animas Surgical Hospital, our presenting sponsor for the Turkey Trot!
YMCA Turkey Trot 5K
This November 23rd, Thanksgiving Day, the Briargate Family YMCA is hosting their 26th annual YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and kids’ Tiny Trot in Colorado Springs, CO.This event is an eagerly anticipated holiday fundraiser for the YMCA. Funds raised from this event help provide scholarships to local families in need, which in turn, allows them access to the YMCA and its many programs.
3rd annual No CO Gynecologic Cancer Walk & Brunch
Survivors, family members, friends and those who have been impacted by gynecologic cancer are encouraged to join the fun at the 3rd annual No CO Gynecologic Cancer Walk & Brunch, sponsored by the Colorado Ovarian Cancer Alliance (COCA). This fun, family event will include a light brunch, kids activities and special ceremonies for both survivors and those memorializing a loved one lost to a gynecologic cancer. Following the Walk & Brunch, volunteers will head over to Walrus Ice Cream to raise awareness of ovarian cancer and distribute symptom cards. Walrus will donate 10% of the day’s proceeds to COCA.
Día de los Muertos Exhibit
“Día de los Muertos” opens Oct. 7 and runs through Nov. 19 at the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures. The Main Gallery exhibition will showcase altars designed and created by community and school groups. For the month of October, the Museum is offering free admission for staff and volunteers at libraries. The Museum is located at 200 West Mountain Avenue, and Museum hours are 11 am to 5 pm Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, please visit globalvillagemuseum.org or call 970-221-4600.
Opening of Día de los Muertos
“Día de los Muertos” opens Friday, Oct. 7, at the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures with free admission from 5-8 pm as part of First Friday Art Walk. The Main Gallery exhibition, which runs through Nov. 19, will showcase altars designed and created by community and school groups. For the month of October, the Museum is offering free admission for staff and volunteers at libraries. The 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.
“Flash Cadillac”
The group has been thrilling audiences for over 50 years. They have appeared in movies, in performances throughout the State of Colorado and elsewhere in the country. They’ve also been inducted into the Colorado Music Hall of Fame. This concert is included in a season membership that includes five varied concerts for a total of $60. A limited number of tickets for this concert will be available at the door for $20. First come, first serve. Show starts at 7 p.m. For additional information, check our website.
Central City Plein Air Festival
Central City Plein Air Festival
Friday, September 23 – Sunday, September 25
Observe artists at work, and enjoy free activities for the whole family! Specially selected artists from across the country travel to Central City this September to paint the incomparable Colorado scenery and historic atmosphere. On Saturday and Sunday, Central City Opera singers will perform at a ticketed Music & Art Concert in The Martin Foundry at 212 Eureka St, Central City, CO 80427.
The festival culminates in an exhibition and sale, where paintings created during the event are displayed and available for purchase. More info at http://centralcitypleinair.org
MUSIC & ART: PLEIN AIR IN CONCERT
Saturday, September 24 & Sunday, September 25
3:00 – 4:00 pm | The Martin Foundry, 212 Eureka St, Central City, CO 80427
$15: Buy at https://centralcityopera.org/2022-plein-air-concerts/
PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION by Modest Mussorgsky
The composition is based on pictures by the artist, architect, and designer Viktor Hartmann and will feature two pianos.
CAMILLE CLAUDEL: INTO THE FIRE by Jake Heggie
A Song Cycle for mezzo-soprano and string quartet with texts by Gene Scheer based on the life and work of French sculptor Camille Claudel, a student and lover of Rodin.
Elk Fest in Estes Park
Celebrate Estes Park’s resident elk at this family-friendly festival in Bond Park. Enjoy vendors, live music, food trucks, bugling contests, performances and more at this year’s Elk Fest! The festival coincides with the famous elk rut, or elk mating season. Wild elk are often easily seen in town and in nearby Rocky Mountain National Park.