Linda Navarro
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Weekend things to do around Denver and beyond
THURSDAY-SUNDAY A creative learning experience about the culture and the people through Asian and Asian American film during the 2023 Colorado Dragon Boat Film Festival. Viewing, conversations and special food at Sie Film Center, 2510 E. Colfax Ave. cdfilm.org THURSDAY-SUNDAY See the work of creative young people from grades K-12 in more than 30 Arapahoe County schools during Youth Art Month at… → Read More
10 weekend things to do around Colorado Springs and beyond: Harlem Globetrotters, Bach Festival, downtown parade and more
FRIDAY They're on their world tour with their basketball magic and returning to the Broadmoor World Arena at 7 p.m. In the lineup for the Harlem Globetrotters is famous Mesa Ridge graduate Fatima "TNT" Lister (formerly Maddox), No. 18. They'll be playing against the Washington Generals. Tickets $30-$140 plus fees at AXS.com and in person at Pikes Peak Center box office.… → Read More
AROUND TOWN: Denver Center for the Performing Arts, a first-hand look at what the City Auditorium could be
The grand but tattered 100-year-old lady, the Colorado Springs City Auditorium downtown, awaits her future. → Read More
Jurassic Quest, Banff Film Festival, Dart Wars and ski joring highlight weekend slate around Colorado Springs
THURSDAY-SUNDAY Yes, he's the creator of "Hamilton," but this was Lin-Manuel Miranda's first Tony-winning musical, from 2008, and "In the Heights" is staged starting this weekend through April 2 at Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College, 30 W. Dale St. Visit his early neighborhood and its people, the Latino community of Washington Heights in Upper Manhattan. Previews Thursday and… → Read More
Weekend things to do around Denver and beyond
THURSDAY-SATURDAY The always highly anticipated Banff Mountain Film Festival opens all around the state and this is Denver's weekend at Paramount Theater, 1621 Glenarm Place. 7 p.m., tickets $24.50. tinyurl.com/37efndbm THURSDAY-SUNDAY Yes, he's the creator of "Hamilton," but this was Lin-Manuel Miranda's first Tony-winning musical, from 2008, and "In the Heights" is staged starting this weekend… → Read More
9 weekend things to do Colorado Springs and beyond, Manitou Carnivale, Bighorn Sheep Day, golf and fly fishing
FRIDAY-SATURDAY It's New Orleans in Manitou Springs: "Manitou Time Machine" Carnivale time, Year 31. A costume Carniball is set for Friday at Briarhurst Manor. Then the tasty Mumbo Jumbo Gumbo Cook-Off on Saturday in Soda Springs Park. The 1 p.m. Saturday big Krewe Parade caps things off, celebrating local leaders who have died. Parking at Hiawatha Gardens at Memorial Park, with shuttle… → Read More
Weekend things to do around Denver and beyond
THURSDAY — THROUGH MAY 29 The newest Immersive Experience opens: Disney Animation. The history of the top films from the Disney Animation Studios, 3900 Elati St. $44.99. Closed Tuesdays. lighthouseimmersive.com/disney/denver FRIDAY-SUNDAY If you spot a plethora of golf shirts and golf hats on folks headed for Colorado Convention Center, a big hint it’s the pre-season Colorado Golf Expo weekend.… → Read More
8 weekend things to do around Colorado Springs and beyond; Sweetheart Festival, Valentine's Bash, Steamboat Winter Carnival, Black History and more
THURSDAY-SUNDAY Definitely so very Steamboat, the annual Winter Carnival, 110 years and going strong. Cheer for skijoring with skiers racing down the main street, pulled by riders on horseback. There's Norwegian ski jumping, s'mores, adult shovel racing and incredible nighttime lighted skiing down Howelsen Hill. Sunday is the Diamond Hitch Parade and music by a marching band on skis.… → Read More
Weekend things to do around Denver and beyond
FRIDAY-SATURDAY Valentine's weekend, that special time for the traditional Loveland Sweetheart Festival. Four venues through downtown Loveland. Live music in the Rialto, Arts Alive with ice sculpting, murals and pottery firing, light show on the Feed and Grain Building. On Saturday, the Sweetheart 4-mile race and group wedding on the ice before the Colorado Eagles hockey game. More: loveland.org… → Read More
AROUND TOWN: AFA cadets volunteer for Resource Exchange respite anniversary
Balloons were flying across the room, followed by screams of delight as they were volleyed back in return. → Read More
Voting ends tonight, Feb. 5, for the 2023 Gazette Best of the Springs
Sunday is the last day of voting for the 2023 Gazette Best of the Springs. → Read More
Weekend things to do around Denver and beyond
FRIDAY-SATURDAY The skies above the plains at Lamar turn beautifully white this weekend with the breathtaking annual celebration of snow geese. Thousands and thousands of the winged wonders glide in, turning acres of land into acres of snowy white, a photographer’s delight. Meanwhile, in Lamar there are vendors, a trade show and craft fair, silent auction and photo contest. More at High Plains… → Read More
9 weekend things to do around Colorado Springs and beyond: 175 artists, Fox Run Winter Fun, snow geese and more
FRIDAY-FEB. 24 Fittingly called Gratitude and the ideal way to start the year in art. View works by 175 local artists in one show, one location, the Kreuser Gallery, 125 E. Boulder St. Opening reception for this fifth annual Gratitude Exhibit, 5-9 p.m. Friday, includes live music and poetry. Open Wednesdays to Saturdays, noon to 5 p.m., kreusergallery.com FRIDAY-SATURDAY The skies above the… → Read More
9 weekend things to do in Colorado Springs and beyond: Fruitcake Toss, Star Party, Valentines, Bird Festival, Ice Sculptures, dinosaurs
FRIDAY A sky experience at the Family Star Party: Ancient Astronomy in Mobile Earth + Space Observatory, a “science center on wheels.” How the ancient folks used astronomy to tell time and know planting times for crops. A free program 6-8 p.m. at the Space Foundation Discovery Center, 4425 Arrowswest Drive, discoverspace.org/event/family-star-party-ancient-astronomy FRIDAY-SUNDAY Viewing weekend… → Read More
Weekend things to do around Denver and beyond
THURSDAY-SUNDAY Time to send your Valentines to be re-mailed from Loveland. A Sweetheart City program for 76 years, volunteers hand-stamp Valentines with original stamp and postmark art and mail them on. Pre-address and pre-stamp cards, place in large first-class envelope and address and mail to Valentines, 446 E. 29th St., Loveland, CO 80538-9998. Loveland.org FRIDAY-SUNDAY Viewing weekend for… → Read More
AROUND TOWN: Karaoke Ladies Night Out for a cause
The perfect recipe for a Ladies Night Out: Invitations go out from Martha Marzolf, Deb Mahan and Carrie Trookman to fun friends to bring their equally fun friends. Choose a cozy, attractive location with acclaimed tapas and a creative craft cocktail menu that even has an adorable Baby Yoda (Grogu) drink. Go on a private Karaoke Night when it’s perfectly acceptable to sing an out-of-tune “Sweet… → Read More
Weekend things to do around Denver and beyond
THURSDAY-SUNDAY An exciting weekend all about ice climbing, with events, classes and competitions: The 28th annual Ouray Ice Festival & Competition. It's the town's signature fundraiser for the Ouray Ice Park. An Elite Mixed Climbing Competition, open to the public and there are cash prizes. A takes-your-breath-away Speed Climbing Competition on Sunday. ourayicepark.com/ouray-ice-festival… → Read More
12 weekend things to do around Colorado Springs and beyond; Chinese New Year; AC/DC tribute, Indian market and more
THURSDAY-SUNDAY An exciting weekend all about ice climbing, with events, classes and competitions: the 28th annual Ouray Ice Festival & Competition. It's the town's signature fundraiser for the Ouray Ice Park. An Elite Mixed Climbing Competition, open to the public and there are cash prizes. A takes-your-breath-away Speed Climbing Competition on Sunday. ourayicepark.com/ouray-ice-festival… → Read More
Club Q tribute, "Chicago" the musical and Oatmeal Festival top Colorado Springs area weekend events list
FRIDAY Roll those dice! It's Bunco night at Bear Creek Nature Center. Lots of fun as players and teams try for those three in a rows. The family party is for ages 13 and older and starts at 5 p.m. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. $8. Pre-register at ElPasoCountyNatureCenters.com FRIDAY-SATURDAY It's "All That Jazz" and has been for 25 years. "Chicago" the musical comes to Pikes Peak… → Read More
Weekend things to do around Denver and beyond
THURSDAY Adult entertainment Thursdays in January, The Clocktower Follies Burlesque & Comedy, with aerial artists, musicians and a full burlesque show, lower level at 1601 Arapahoe St. 7-8:30 p.m. Tickets $35, ci.ovationtix.com/35628/production/1050151 THURSDAY-SUNDAY An Aspen tradition since 1951, it's Wintersköl time. So much to experience: snow sculptures, the torchlight parade down the… → Read More