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Sat, Jul 31
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9:00 AM
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Groundwork Denver cares for Colorado
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Barnum Park
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FREE
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Barnum Park - 6th Ave and Federal Blvd - Denver - .
Volunteers Needed! Reduce Energy Use and Greenhouse Gas Emissions - Help Denver Residents Reduce their Energy Bills On Saturday, July 31, 2010 from 9 AM to 1 PM, in support of Colorado Cares Day, volunteers will bring neighborhood energy action to the Barnum neighborhood in Denver. In teams of two, volunteers will go to every door in the neighborhood changing out front porch light bulbs to compact fluorescent bulbs, providing information about reducing energy use, and signing up people for recycling, free weatherization and street trees. Volunteers should be comfortable knocking on doors and talking to residents, and have a desire to improve our environment and help people connect with resources and services. It's fun! To register to volunteer please join the Groundwork Denver Meetup Group (http://www.meetup.com/GroundworkDenver) or call 303-455-5600. We'd love to see you there!
More info here
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Sat, Jul 31
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12:00 PM
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CCFP Peace Vigil
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52nd and Wadsworth
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$0
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52nd and Wadsworth - 52nd Ave and Wadsworth - Denver - .
Every Saturday between 12 and 1 p.m. Colorado Citizens for Peace (CCFP) demonstrates on the corners of 52 and Wadsworth for peace.
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Sat, Jul 31
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1:00 PM
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Vigil: Community Voices for Peace
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Federal Blvd and 38th Ave
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FREE
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Federal Blvd and 38th Ave - Federal Blvd and 38th Ave - Denver - .
Bring signs in English or Spanish. Traiga las muestras escritas en inglés o español
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Sat, Jul 31
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1:00 PM
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Weekly Peace Vigil
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E 1st Ave and University Blvd
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FREE
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E 1st Ave and University Blvd - East 1st Ave and University Blvd - Denver - .
Mountain View Friends Meeting and AFSC Weekly Vigil: "The Initiative To Stop This War Must Be Ours" -- MLK, 1967. We hope everyone will be able to join us on a Saturday in this highly visible location. Parking available in the Bed Bath and Beyond parking lot southeast of the Cherry Creek Farmers Market. Signs or handouts are provided. Contact: AFSC (303-623-3464) or Paula Van Dusen (303-756-9507) if you have questions.
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Sat, Jul 31
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1:00 PM
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Family workshop
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Butterfly Pavilion
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$15-18
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Butterfly Pavilion - 6252 W 104th Ave - Westminster - 303-469-5441
9-12 year olds Ever wonder what it’s like to be a scientist? Explore the science of entomology by learning about the world of freaky and fascinating invertebrates. Be amazed by creatures such as the Sumo Bugs, Living Mummies, and the Devil with Two Heads. Practice your scientific skills by interacting with live animals, going on an outdoor bug hunting exploration, and learning how some incredible bugs keep themselves safe from predators. Admission to the Butterfly Pavilion is included in workshop price. $17 per child, $15 per member child Pre-registration and payment required by July 27, 2010. Call 720-974-1870 or email estuckeyweber@butterflies.org to register.
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Mon, Aug 2
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6:00 PM
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People's Cafe - Denver
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Heirloom Cafe
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FREE
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Heirloom Cafe - 853 E. Ohio Ave - Denver - .
Peoples Cafes are a FREE, ongoing series of cafe discussion groups in many communities. They include table conversations and group dialog. Since we meet in public cafes, efforts are made to draw other patrons into our discussions. Our commitment is to be non-partisan politically, religiously, and philosophically.
These cafe gatherings stimulate and facilitate real dialogue. Our discussions involve issues and perspectives originating from human values. And from these values, we become engaged and affect change.
Mention that you are with the People's Cafe for a 20% discount!
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Wed, Aug 4
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7:30 AM
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Rally for Peace
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Colorado State Capitol Building - West Steps
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FREE
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Colorado State Capitol Building - West Steps - 200 E Colfax Ave - Denver - 800-811-7647
Ongoing rally for peace in Iraq and Afghanistan and for preventing war in Iran. Bring a placard and walk with us any or every Wednesday morning between 7:30 and 8am. Takes place on the sidewalk between 14th and Colfax on Lincoln.
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Fri, Aug 6
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3:00 PM
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Build-a-Bike
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Derailer Bicycle Collective
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FREE
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Derailer Bicycle Collective - 411 Lipan St - Denver - 303-223-7174
This is one of the coolest things happening in Denver: The Build-a-Bike program is for Denver's bike-less population. This time in the shop gives priority to those who need a bicycle and want to go through the process of building one from the ground up, learning about all the working parts, internal mechanisms, and maintenance along the way. It is also an opportunity for people who want or need a different size or style of bike and need help building one up. If you are interested, come to Derailer during our hours and sign up. With the help of a volunteer you will pick out a frame that fits your body and preference, and begin making it your own. The process will take at least two three-hour sessions to complete, during which most every aspect of a bike will be taken on, repaired or installed on the bike, including the drive train, wheels, steering and brakes. We will house the work-in-progress for you, but if you do not show up or call for two weeks in a row, your bike will return to the up-for-grabs pile. We are working towards providing bicycle helmets and locks for everyone who "graduates" from the Build-a-Bike Program. Make sure to sign up! Thursdays and Fridays 3 - 7 PM
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Sat, Aug 21
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8:00 AM
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Blanca Fest
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Cole Park, Alamosa, CO
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FREE
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Cole Park, Alamosa, CO - 300 Chamber Drive - Alamosa - .
Blanca Fest is a free day of events for hikers, families, and nature enthusiasts to hike the best trails, peaks and cultural sites in the San Luis Valley. After a day of hiking, attendees can relax with live music and food from San Luis Brewery Co. The free guided tours include the Historic Sacred Circle tour led by Colorado Historic Society, Zapata Lake and Falls tours, Sand Dunes Bison Tour, and Flyfishing on the Rio Grande.
More info here
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Sat, Aug 21
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9:00 AM
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Colorado Railroad Museum Junior Railroad Days
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Colorado Railroad Museum
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FREE
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Colorado Railroad Museum - 17155 W. 44th Avenue - Golden - 303-279-4591
Kids, come to the Colorado Railroad Museum for Junior Railroad Days on Saturday and Sunday, August 21 and 22 and earn your Junior Engineer Certificate. Learn all about railroad ties and spikes, the Roundhouse and turntable, lantern and whistle signals, telegraphs and communication and railroad safety. And be sure to get on board a steam locomotive for a ride around the Museum. Members enjoy this event for free.
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Sat, Aug 21
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4:00 PM
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Colorado Railroad Museum Wine Train
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Colorado Railroad Museum
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$$40
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Colorado Railroad Museum - 17155 W. 44th Avenue - Golden - 303-279-4591
Join us for a private evening experience at the Colorado Railroad Museum. Enjoy the gentle rock of the rails as you ride behind the historic No. 346 locomotive in one of our classic passenger cars, while sampling a variety of wines from Colorado wineries. Live music provides the background as you stroll the grounds featuring our vintage locomotives, passenger cars, freight cars and cabooses. Collectible railroad memorabilia and Colorado Wine baskets will be featured as door prizes and available through silent auction bidding along with other railroadiana. Proceeds from the evening go to benefit the Colorado Railroad Museum’s restoration projects. Our special thanks to the Colorado wineries for sponsoring this event: Cottonwood Cellars, Dithyramb Winery, Varaison Vineyards and Winery and Verso Cellars. For ticket reservations and information visit the events page at www.ColoradoRailroadMuseum.org or call the Museum at 303-279-4591.
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Sat, Sep 11
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9:00 AM
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Day Out With Thomas at the Colorado Railroad Museum
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Colorado Railroad Museum
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$$18
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Colorado Railroad Museum - 17155 W. 44th Avenue - Golden - 303-279-4591
Thomas the Tank Engine™ is coming to the Colorado Railroad Museum to celebrate his 65th birthday with all of his fans and with our sponsors, KOSI 101, Rocky Mountain PBS and Colorado Parent. Thomas the Tank Engine™ will be at the Colorado Railroad Museum three weekends in September: Saturday and Sunday, September 11 and 12; September 18 and 19 and September 25 and 26. Take a ride around the Colorado Railroad Museum on a 15-ton replica of Thomas the Tank Engine, star of the popular Thomas and Friends™. Meet Sir Topham Hatt, controller of the railway, participate in activities for the whole family-including arts and crafts, storytelling, video viewing and live music-and see a special display about Thomas the Tank Engine. There will also be 2010 commemorative merchandise and giveaways. Tickets are on sale now and available by calling Ticketweb toll-free 866-468-7630, or by visiting http: events.hitentertainment.com or www.ColoradoRailroadMuseum.org. Ticket prices are $18 plus tax for ages 2 and up (service charges and fee may apply).
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