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Dream State

Come out of your dark day into a brighter night, join us in our Dream State.
Set to a selection of music from the Academy Award Nominated artists of Son Lux, Dream State flows from the difficulties of emotional and physical recovery to the joys of artistic expression and community. Created in Denver Aerial Dance Collective’s signature, uninterrupted style and featuring incredible technical execution, this show is the perfect experience for anyone looking to trade their cage for flight.

Witness gravity-defying aerial acts intertwined seamlessly with intricate choreography, creating a captivating visual spectacle that will transport you to new realms of emotion and imagination. Each movement is meticulously crafted to synchronize with Son Lux’s evocative melodies, resulting in a spellbinding journey through the depths of human experience.

With the Earth above our heads and the sky below, we’ll keep our lanterns lit and search for you at the Denver Fringe Festival.

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Geo Explorer Hike

Join famed Mountaineer Lucy Westlake and Elley Ringo of “Elley Knows Rocks” for an exhilarating Geology Hike at the majestic Mt. Sanitas Trail in Boulder, Colorado.

Experience the beauty of nature while learning about the fascinating world of rocks and geology! The renowned geologist Elley Knows Rocks and the youngest woman to summit Mt. Everest, Lucy Westlake will be your guides. They will take you on a journey of discovery, unraveling the mysteries of the geological formations along the trail. Get ready to deepen your understanding of the earth’s history as you navigate through the picturesque landscapes.

Throughout this hiking adventure, you’ll learn about different types of rocks, their formation processes, and their significance to the earth’s structure. You’ll also get to see and touch some of these rocks firsthand. This event is not only a chance to learn but also a wonderful opportunity to meet and connect with other hiking and geology enthusiasts.

$100 per person (Ages 8-Adult)

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GoPro Mountain Games Vail

Come celebrate 21 years with us! The nonprofit Vail Valley Foundation, which hosts the GoPro Mountain Games each year, looks forward to welcoming the world to a recharged and revitalized event this June 6-9 in Vail, Colorado.

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An Italian Supper Under the Stars

For a magical meal on the summer solstice, An Italian Supper Under the Stars will be hosted from 6:30-9 pm Thursday, June 20, by the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures and City Park Gelato & aMore. The repast is part of the Museum’s Global Adventures club, designed for those who love to travel, want to recount their travel experiences, delight in sharing stories of travel, and/or dream of traveling one day. The special supper will be prepared by Paul and Nenita Pellegrino, long-time residents of Fort Collins and owners of City Park Gelato & aMore. The traditional approach of dining in courses will be mixed with an experience highlighted by conversation and laughter. Dishes will be prepared at table side by Paul, who will share stories of his Italian cultural roots blended with the influence of his wife, Nenita, who is Filipino. The sumptuous menu will include assorted non-alcoholic beverages, Rigatoni LaRosa, Piedmontese alla Fiorentina, Fiorentina of Florence, fresh mozzarella, caprese platters with crostini bread, arugula and fresh fennel salad, gelato, and traditional Italian cookies. Seating will begin at 6:30 pm outside City Park Gelato & aMore at 1720 W. Mulberry Street. In the event of inclement weather, the dinner will be served at City Park Shelter #7. Reservations for the evening are $75 per person, and reservations are required by 5 pm Wednesday, June 12, at globalvillagemuseum.org. 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.

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Travel in Style to Scandinavian Midsummer Festival

The 31st annual Scandinavian Midsummer Festival is in Golden this year, and premier luxury bus transportation to and from the fabulous festivities on Saturday, June 15, is being offered by the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures. Arranging the trip is the Museum’s Global Adventures club, designed for those who love to travel, want to recount their travel experiences, delight in sharing stories of travel, and/or dream of traveling one day. The Scandinavian Midsummer Festival welcomes over 80 artisans, organizations, and performers to share their culture and traditions through food, crafts, demonstrations, and entertainment. Participants will enjoy the raising of – and dancing around – the Midsummer Pole, the Scandinavian Market, the Fjellborg Vikings in their living history encampment, storytelling and games with Leif the Viking, making crafts such as flower crowns, and the Scandinavian Classic Car Show by the Rocky Mountain Volvo Group. Transportation tickets are $80 per person, and registration and signed waiver are required by 5 pm Friday, June 7, at globalvillagemuseum.org. The luxury bus will depart at 8:30 am from Harmony Park and Ride, on the northwest corner of I-25 and Harmony Road. The return trip will arrive by 4 pm at the same location. Admission to the Festival is free, and registrants will pay for their own food and shopping. Registrants are asked to bring a cell phone to maintain contact with the group. If weather is not conducive for the outdoor Festival, the bus will drive around Golden, catching the sights and stopping at the Sherpa House Restaurant and Cultural Center. The unique Center features authentic Himalayan cuisine and traditional Sherpa culture with interior décor that is an authentic representation of a typical Sherpa house in the Solu-Khumbu region of Nepal. Participants will be responsible for the cost of their meal. 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.

Collecting and Collections by Renowned University Expert

Russell Belk, Distinguished Research Professor and Marketing Chair at York University in Toronto, Canada, will present Collecting and Collections by Zoom from 10:30 am to noon on Saturday, April 27. The presentation is being hosted by the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures. Dr. Belk will address the role that collections play in our lives, families, and communities as well as how collecting impacts the person who accumulates the objects. Digital collections and online access to museum collections will also be explored. Dr. Belk is the author of more than 800 journal articles and books as well as the recipient of numerous awards. In the announcement of his election as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, Dr. Belk was described as a world leader in his field as well as one of the founders of Consumer Culture Theory. Tickets to the presentation are $5 per Zoom registration, and reservations are required at globalvillagemuseum.org. Registrants will receive the Zoom link the day before the program. 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.

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Dog Days at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Explore the Zoo with your four-legged family member at Dog Days at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo! CMZoo is welcoming guests and their well-behaved dogs to explore the Zoo together on designated days. Simply purchase a dog ticket along with your family’s human tickets, and Fido can experience many of the sights, sounds and smells that make the Zoo so special. For details and tickets, visit cmzoo.org/dogdays.

Dog tickets are required for members and non-members visiting the Zoo. The “Dog” ticket type can be used for dogs of both member families and non-member families. Your dog must have a dog ticket to enter the Zoo; human tickets will not be honored for dog admission.

41st Annual Colorado Concours d’Elegance & Exotic Sports Car Show

Commemorating “Pre-World War II Vehicles”
SUNDAY, JUNE 9, 2024
9AM TO 3PM AT ARAPAHOE COMMUNITY COLLEGE IN LITTLETON, CO
A fun-filled day of automotive excellence featuring decades of prestigious and prized collector cars along with over 300 of the most spectacular automobiles ever built. Bring the whole family to see some of the Rocky Mountain Region’s most impressive vehicles that are sure to delight all ages. Enjoy live music, fantastic food, visit with automotive enthusiasts, vendors and more.
Supporting at-risk children through Ability Connection Colorado’s Creative Options Program.

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International Trivia Night

The ever-popular International Trivia Night will be held from 6-8 pm Tuesday, April 30, at the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures. The event will feature 50 questions, with teams of six competing for prizes and bragging rights. Admission is $10 per person, and reservations are required at globalvillagemuseum.org. Partial teams or full six-person teams are welcome with a two-step process. First, team members should make individual reservations. Second, an email with the names of team members must be sent to the Museum’s Outreach Coordinator at outreach@globalvillagemuseum.org. Individuals who register without a team will be joined with others on the night of the event. Refreshments, including wine, will be served. Registration closes at 5 pm Friday, April 26. 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.

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Earth Day Celebration of Ecotourism

In a salute to Earth Day in April, the Global Adventures club at the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures is hosting an open house meet-and-greet highlighting ecotourism from 11 am to 5 pm Saturday, April 20, in the Museum’s program room. As defined by The International Ecotourism Society, ecotourism is responsible travel that conserves the environment, sustains the well-being of the local people, and involves interpretation and education. Museum members and students from Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University will be available to discuss ecotourism, and handouts and videos will supplement the conversation. The Global Adventures gatherings are designed for those who love to travel, want to recount their travel experiences, delight in sharing stories of travel, and/or dream of traveling one day. Admission to the ecotourism event in the Museum’s program room is free, and refreshments will be served. Museum admission is $5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors, $1 for ages 4-12, and free for ages three and under. 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.

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