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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Brothers Redevelopment will celebrate its 30th Paint-A-Thon anniversary Aug. 19. The nonprofit organization and more than 1,000 volunteers will paint the homes of seniors in multiple metro area cities. To qualify, homeowners must be at least 60 years old, demonstrate financial need and be on-site during the Paint-A-Thon. Homeowners get to choose the color of paint. Seniors are encouraged to sign up quickly, because assessments will begin this spring to ensure that applicants and their homes meet basic criteria. 303-202-6340 or www.brothersredevelopment.org
The Fraternal Military Association of the USA departs from New York on June 17 to tour the Normandy Invasion beaches, London, Bastogne, Brussels, Amsterdam, Paris and more. Current and past military personnel, dependents, friends and the general public are invited to participate in the journey to commemorate the 64th anniversary of D-Day, which happened June 6, 1944. For more information call Sy Canton at 561-865-8495 or write to him at 14130-C, Nesting Way, Delray Beach, FL 33484.
Mountainside Art Guild is sponsoring a show of miniature paintings from Aug. 28 through Oct. 26 in the Foothills II Art Center in Golden. All artists may enter the open-themed show. Entry forms are due Aug. 1. For information and entry forms see www.mtnsideartguild.org or call Carolyn at 303-973-2679.
EVENTS
JUNE 7
The annual Lake Arbor garage sale is sponsored by the Lake Arbor Homeowners Association. Lake Arbor is located east of Wadsworth, north of 80th Avenue and south of 88th Avenue. Many homeowners are participating in the annual event so there will be a variety of things for sale. Drive the neighborhood to find all the treasures. Contact Lori Brown for more information at 303-421-2137 or visit the neighborhood Web site at www.lakearborhoa.org to get area maps.
Arvada celebrates its trails with festivities featuring wildlife exhibits, hikes and bike rides along the Arvada trail system. For more information, call 720-898-7400.
JUNE 8
The first annual native garden tour of the Denver Chapter of the Colorado Native Plant Society runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit four west Denver area private gardens in Golden, Denver, Lakewood and Morrison. The tour is free to Colorado Native Plant Society members. For more information, contact Megan Bowes at 303-561-4883.
JUNE 14
The 7th Annual Kids Fishing Contest is hosted by the City of Arvada starting at 6 a.m. at the Arvada/Blunn Reservoir, 18915 W. 64th Parkway. Fish must be weighed before 11:45 a.m.; prizes are given out at noon. Age divisions include children 3 to 14. Entry forms are available at the Arvada Reservoir and at Arvada City Hall, 8101 Ralston Road, and on the city’s Web site at www.arvada.org. For more information call Ken Billips at 720-898-7416.
The Denver Metro Chapter of the Celiac Sprue Association is sponsoring a gluten-free Vendor Fair from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the El Jebel Shrine Center, 4625 West 50th Ave. Jefferson County residents are encouraged to attend this event. Directions are posted at www.DenverCeliacs.org. For more information contact Mary@AnderiesConsulting.com.
The West Metro Family Fire Muster takes place from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lakewood Campus of Red Rocks Community College with West Metro Fire Rescue. This is a fun and educational event teaching children about safety with hands-on activities. For more information visit westmetrofire.org and click on the Spot Family Fire Muster logo or call 303-989-4307.
JUNE 14 AND 15
Rocky Mountain Bonsai Society’s 39th annual show takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at Denver Botanic Gardens, 1005 York St. There will be demonstrations and prize drawings. Free with entry to Gardens.
www.rockymtnbonsai.org.
JUNE 16
A pancake breakfast and Creek side walk for adults 50 and older happens from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at the Golden Community Center’s front porch. The cost is $8 a person. Register by calling 303-384-8100.
JUNE 21
The Golden Pioneer Museum offers free admission all day at its location, 923 10th St., Golden. Contact Barbara Mills for more information. BarbaraMills@goldenpioneermuseum.com or 303-278-7151
The Summer Solstice Music Festival runs from 5 to 9:30 p.m. at the Astor House Museum, 822 12th St., Golden. Bands will take the stage at the Clear Creek History Park for the museum’s annual fundraiser. Spread your blanket on the natural hillside amphitheatre and groove to great life music. Enjoy grilled burgers and beer. Paid admission. Contact Carol Happ for more information. frontdesk@astorhousemuseum.org or 303-278-3557
JUNE 21 and 22
The Gold Strike Festival happens in Arvada. For more information, call the Historic Olde Town Arvada at 303-420-6100.
JULY 4
The annual Fourth of July Celebration in Lions Park starts at noon and ends at dusk with fireworks.
Pledge your allegiance to family fun with kids activities, entertainment and fireworks at Arvada’s Fourth of July Celebration. The North Jeffco Park and Recreation District and KOOL 105 are co-producing the event. For more information, call 303-420-6100.
JULY 23 TO 27
The 20th annual Buffalo Bill Days starts Wednesday, July 23, with the Buffalo Bill Days Golf Tournament at Fossil Trace Golf Course. On Thursday, July 24, the Golden Chamber of Commerce will host its annual barbecue luncheon at the Buffalo Rose Events Center, 12th Street and Washington Avenue. The main celebration starts at Parfet Park at 5:30 p.m. Friday, July 25. Continuous events in the park will include music and entertainment on the main stage, arts and craft vendors, food and beverage vendors, and rides and games for the kids. On Saturday, July 26, the Golden Fire Department will host its annual pancake breakfast followed by the Best of the West Parade. After the parade, Washington Avenue will close to showcase the Wild West Show and car show. Finally, on Sunday, July 27, residents can attend a Community Worship Service followed by the children’s Muttin’ Bustin’ event and car show. 303-384-0003 or goldenbuffalobilldays@msn.com
CAMPS
JUNE 23 THROUGH 25
A Youth Football Camp for boys entering grades 3 to 8 happens every day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Colorado School of Mines. Cost is $140 if paid by June 1; otherwise, $150. For more information, contact Loren Dawson at 303-384-2428 or ldawson@mines.edu.
JUNE 23 to 27
“Amazing Art: A Creative Endeavor” runs from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day at Golden Independent School, 1280 Golden Circle. This camp will let participants’ creative juices flow as by expressing themselves in a variety of media: sculpting, wood working, instrumental, etc. The cost is $150. Contact Dr. Erika Sueker, director, for more information. erika@goldenindependent.org or 303-279-3708
JUNE 30 to JULY 4
“Hooray for the USA: An American Endeavor” runs from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Golden Independent School, 1280 Golden Circle. This patriotic day camp will have children explore the states and the United States’ history and mysteries, including people, places, traditions and expeditions. The cost is $150. Contact Dr. Erika Sueker, director, for more information. erika@goldenindependent.org or 303-279-3708
Aug. 3 and Oct. 26
A Rising Star Equestrian Center hosts open shows at 9470 Indiana St. in Arvada. An indoor arena and two outdoor arenas will be available. Registration is at 8 a.m.; classes begin at 9 a.m. 303-431-4675, www.arisingstareq.com/horse_shows.htm or Roxxii2004@yahoo.com
VISUAL ART
THROUGH JUNE 20
The Cannes Film Festival is held by JANAN Creative Arts & Gallery in Berkeley Park, 39th and Tennyson Streets. A variety of artists open the exhibit with their impressions of Cannes, the jewel of the French Riviera and home of the acclaimed international independent film festival. For more information visit www.janangallery.com.
THROUGH JUNE 27
The Foothills Art Center is proud to partner with Art Reaching Kids (ARK), a nonprofit organization designed to bring success and achievement to young lives via color, canvas and brush. Led by FAC art instructor Steve Tracy, ARK empowers at-risk teenagers, helping them to discover their natural gifts. This exhibition showcases paintings created by at-risk teens from the ARK program during three sessions in FAC’s Petersen classroom.Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission costs $5 for adults, $3 seniors and free for members, students and children. www.arkteens.org
THROUGH JULY 6
The Foothills Art Center presents works by 20 artists from the Anderson Ranch Artist Residency Program, as well as works by members of its talented staff. Anderson Ranch Arts Center is a learning community in Snowmass Village near Aspen. The Anderson Ranch Artist Residency Program is designed to foster creative, intellectual and personal growth for emerging and established visual artists. www.foothillsartcenter.org
JUNE 6 THROUGH AUG. 31
“Worn Out – from the Inside Out,” a gallery by Haley Mariah, is in the Theater Gallery of the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth. Free admission.
“Spokes,” a gallery by Tony Ortega, Phil Bender, Brenda Vang, Justin Beard, Zack Smith, Melissa Moore and Paul Yalowitz, is in the Upper Gallery of the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth. Free admission.
JUNE 6 THROUGH SEPT. 7
“Summer of Cycles: Motorcycles from the Harry Mathews and Jim Dillard Collections” is in the Lower Gallery of the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth. Free admission.
JUNE 10 THROUGH OCT. 5
Headdresses, Helmets, Hats: Headwear from Around the World appears in the Radius Gallery at Lakewood’s Heritage Center, 801 S. Yarrow St. The headpieces are from the private collection of guest curator Dr. Beverly Chico.
ONGOING
Artist Freda Kanizay offers an open studio from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and 9 a.m. to noon Thursdays with a model at 625 S. Parfet St., Lakewood. Her paintings are for sale. The open studio is free. 303-986-0427
The artwork of Joan Brooks is on display at the Nail Boutique, 106 N. Rubey Drive, Suite C, Golden. The artworks vary from oils to mixed media and from landscapes to abstracts.
A community art day runs from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturdays at Front Range Waldorf School, 12577 W. Cedar Drive, Lakewood. Attendees can explore watercolor painting, clay modeling and drawing. Kris Carlson, a Waldorf-trained teacher with more than 25 years experience as a professional artist, leads the classes. Classes are free and open to all ages. 303-232-9148
THEATER AND FILM
THROUGH AUG. 9
“Snow White and the Seven Dwarves,” directed by Annie Dwyer, shows at 1:30 p.m. Saturdays at the Heritage Square Music Hall Children’s Theatre. This original adaptation of the fairy tale, written by Jane Nelson-Rud and Annie Dwyer, is interactive for children of all ages as they join on stage to help tell the story. Tickets cost $6 for children and adults, and $5 for seniors 62 and up. 303-279-7800 or www.hsmusichall.com
JUNE 13 to JULY 20
“Matt & Ben” is presented by the Miner’s Alley Playhouse at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 6 p.m. Sundays with a special 2 p.m. matinee July 20 replacing the evening performance. Two actresses portray Matt Damon and Ben Affleck when they were trying to write their first script. Tickets are $20. Not recommended for children under 13. Visit minersalley.com or call 303-935-3044
JULY 8 to AUG. 3
“Buddy … The Buddy Holly Story” shows at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, 1 p.m. Wednesdays and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities. In an electrifying 1950s musical celebration, two of Holly’s unforgettable performances are recreated: the Crickets’ appearance at the Apollo Theatre and his final concert with Ritchie Valens and JP Richardson, the Big Bopper. Tickets start at $38. 720-898-7200 or arvadacenter.org.
MUSIC
JUNE 7
Chuck Pyle performs at 7:30 p.m. at Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. for this Acoustic Alley program. Well-known through the Denver area and admired as a sly humorist and an innovative guitarist, Pyle, aka the “Zen Cowboy,” has performed for the Colorado Legislature, on Austin City Limits and at Bill Gates’ home. He’s had his songs recorded by John Denver, Chris LeDoux, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and Jerry Jeff Walker. Tickets cost $17 in advance and $20 the day of the show. Contact Mary Ray for more information or to buy tickets. info@acousticalley.org or 720-870-0397
JUNE 13
Ol’ Man River: The Music of Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein II is being presented by the Arvada Center Chorale with the Lakewood Symphony Orchestra and guest soloists at 7:30 p.m. at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. Tickets cost $10 a child (lawn), $15 an adult (lawn), $25 covered and $30 premium covered. www.arvadacenter.org
JUNE 28
The Song Remains the Same – The Music of Led Zeppelin is presented at 7:30 p.m. at the Arvada Center’s Outdoor Amphitheater, 6901 Wadsworth, combining a classic rock band with the Jefferson Symphony Orchestra. Jeans ‘n Classics concerts are the hottest and fastest-growing phenomenon on the concert scene. Listen to Led Zeppelin tunes with a classical twist, including “Dazed and Confused,” “All of My Love,” and “Stairway to Heaven.” Tickets are $10 to $38. To purchase tickets or for more information, call the Arvada Center box office at 720-898-7200 or visit www.arvadacenter.org.
JULY 10
Mozart Under Moonlight, an all-Mozart evening, is presented at the Arvada Center’s outdoor amphitheater at 7:30 p.m. Jeffrey Kahane, music director and pianist, leads the CSO under the moonlight. Tickets are $10 to $40. To purchase tickets or for more information, call the Arvada Center box office at 720-898-7200 or visit www.arvadacenter.org.
JULY 12
Southern Exposure and Baxter Black – an up-close and personal evening with bluegrass music and cowboy favorites – is presented at 7:30 p.m. at the Arvada Center’s outdoor amphitheater. Baxter Black, ex-veterinarian and sorry team roper, humorously accounts the flaws and foibles of everyday cowboy life. Tickets are $10 to $45. To purchase tickets or for more information, call the Arvada Center box office at 720-898-7200 or visit www.arvadacenter.org.
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Debbie Reynolds comes to the Arvada Center’s outdoor amphitheater at 7:30 p.m. Backed by the Jefferson Symphony Orchestra, Debbie Reynolds, the grand dame of Broadway, silver screen star and Las Vegas headliner, will delight you with her energy, talent and charm. Tickets are $10 to $70. To purchase tickets or for more information, call the Arvada Center box office at 720-898-7200 or visit www.arvadacenter.org.
AUG. 16
Asleep at the Wheel and guest cowboy poet Andy Nelson are presented at 7:30 p.m. at the Arvada Center’s outdoor amphitheater, 6901 Wadsworth. An enticing medley of fiddles, horns, steel guitars and piano creates a sensational musical energy that is sure to have you on your feet. Tickets are $10 to $42. To purchase tickets or for more information, call the Arvada Center box office at 720-898-7200 or visit www.arvadacenter.org.
ONGOING
Patrice LeBlane performs live jazz (piano/vocals) with Rex Spease on woodwinds every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Cucina Roma Roma Restaurant, 12363 W. 64th Ave. 303-431-4200
Jon Chandler hosts a song circle the third Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at the Old Town Pickin’ Parlor, 7515 W. Grandview Ave., Arvada. 303-421-2304
A drum circle gets rolling at 7:15 p.m. Tuesdays at Full Moon Books, 9108 W. Sixth Ave., Lakewood. 303-233-6666
The dance group “Sidekickers” seeks enthusiastic performers for their Gold Rush Show, Malt Shop Review and USO Show, which all feature dances dating to those eras. Any level of dancing skill is welcomed. 303-936-9377 or 303-994-0955
Musicians play during free Friday afternoon wine tastings at the D-Note, 7519 W. Grandview Ave., Arvada. 303-463-6683
A DJ will play jazz music on Wednesdays and Saturdays at the Cheshire Cat Brewpub, 7803 Ralston Road, Arvada. 303-431-9000
A jazz jam starts at 11 a.m., followed by $5 salsa lessons and dancing with La Candela salsa orchestra at 7:30 p.m. Sundays at the D-Note, 7519 W. Grandview Ave., Arvada. 303-463-6683
A karaoke contest begins at 9:30 p.m. Sundays at Eck’s Saloon, 9890 W. Girton Drive, Lakewood. Winners get cash prizes. 303-989-2991
Residents have 15 minutes to do anything they want at the open stage at 7 p.m. Mondays at the D-Note, 7519 W. Grandview Ave., Arvada. 303-463-6683
The Cheshire Cat Brewpub, 7803 Ralston Road, Arvada, hosts a Celtic Jam every Thursday at 7 p.m. All Celtic musicians are welcome. No cover charge. 303-431-9000
The Village Roaster Cafe, 7978 W. Alameda Ave., Unit E, Lakewood, has musical artists performing a variety of styles Friday nights from 7 to 9 p.m.
The Clam Daddys plays at 7:30 p.m. most Wednesdays at the D-Note, 7519 W. Grandview Ave., Arvada. 303-463-6683
Mulligan Stew, a Celtic folk band, plays at 8 p.m. Tuesdays at the Cheshire Cat Brewpub, 7803 Ralston Road, Arvada. 303-431-9000
DANCE
JUNE 14 AND 15
The Arvada Center’s annual spring jazz dance concert happens at 7 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday and at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Arvada Center’s Main Stage Theater, 6901 Wadsworth. The Center’s jazz, modern, tap and hip-hop students will present “Reflections of the Times.” Cost is $8. To purchase tickets or for more information, call the Arvada Center box office at 720-898-7200 or visit www.arvadacenter.org
JUNE 21 AND 22
The Students on Stage Ballet Concert takes place at the Arvada Center’s Main Stage Theater, 6901 Wadsworth. This year the ballet students will present versions of “Winnie the Pooh” and “Eloise.” Cost is $8. To purchase tickets or for more information, call the Arvada Center box office at 720-898-7200 or visit www.arvadacenter.org
AUG. 15
Colorado Ballet is presented at 7:30 p.m. at the Arvada Center’s outdoor amphitheater, 6901 Wadsworth. Features include “Yes, Virginia, Another Piano Ballet,” choreographed by Peter Anastos and music by Frederic Chopin; “Gisselle” (Act II Pas de deux), choreographed by Jean Corrali and Jules Perrot, as revised by Marius Petipa; and music by Adolphe Adam and “…smile with my heart,” choreographed by Lar Lubovitch and music by Marvin Laird (Fantasie on Themes by Richard Rodgers). Tickets are $10 to $45. To purchase tickets or for more information, call the Arvada Center box office at 720-898-7200 or visit www.arvadacenter.org.
LITERARY
ONGOING
All Jefferson County libraries accept used books, both paperbacks and hardbacks, year-round. 303-275-2240
Each Jefferson County Public Library location offers a used book sale area. Most hardbound books cost $2, paperbacks $1 and magazines 10 cents. Proceeds go to a good cause; they help fund children’s and teen reading programs, including the Summer Reading Club, Traveling Children’s Library and Knott’s Kids. www.friendsofjcpl.org.
Jefferson County Public Libraries publish a monthly newsletter listing free classes, activities for children and special programs for adults. Pick up a copy at any Jefferson County public library. 303-275-2205
Jefferson County Public Libraries offer recycled children’s books and materials to Jefferson County nonprofit agencies. Materials may be picked up the second Thursday of every month at the library offices, 10200 W. 20th Ave., Lakewood. Representatives should bring identification of their organization. 303-275-2224
Storytime is offered at all Jefferson County libraries. For a schedule of Storytime, programs and activities for children, visit www.jefferson.lib.co.us
OUTDOORS
THROUGH SUMMER
The Splash at Fossil Trace, the largest water park in Jefferson County, is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The water park features two twisty turning body and tube-ridin’ water slides; an activity pool complete with fountains, wading areas and a 500-gallon dump-bucket that will part the hair of anyone standing under it’s fury; a jungle-gym and smaller water slides for all ages; a beach-like sand area fun for all ages; and a gentle spray fountain play area for young children ages 1-100. The park is located at 3151 Illinois St., Golden. 303-277-8700
JUNE 16 to 20
“Sizzling Science: An Experimental Endeavor” runs from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day at Golden Independent School, 1280 Golden Circle. The camp is for children who want to free their inner Einstein on sizzling solar and creepy crawly science. The cost is $150. For more information, contact Dr. Erika Sueker, director of the program. erika@goldenindependent.org or 303-279-3708
AUG. 3 and OCT. 26
Open shows happen at A Rising Star Equestrian Center, 9470 Indiana St., Arvada. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Classes start at 9 a.m. For information and entry forms, call 303-431- 4675.
AUG. 23
Capitol Steps is presented at 7:30 p.m. at the Arvada Center’s outdoor amphitheater, 6901 Wadsworth. A presidential election year provides excellent food for political satire, and the Capitol Steps gang will break through the campaign rhetoric that’s been driving you crazy. Tickets are $10 to $40. To purchase tickets or for more information, call the Arvada Center box office at 720-898-7200 or visit www.arvadacenter.org
ONGOING
Kayak Roll Lessons are offered 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday at the Golden Recreation Center pool. The $50 fee includes equipment and instruction by Renaissance Adventure Guides. 303-215-9386 or www.goldenriversports.net
The Colorado Mountain Club, 710 10th St., Golden, offers a variety of introductory and intermediate climbing classes for youth this summer. 303-996-2751 or www.cmc.org/education
FAMILY
ONGOING
Colorado Mills, 14500 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood, has a variety of free programs for children each month. 303-590-1393
The D-Note, 7519 W. Grandview Ave., Arvada, presents Baby Boogie, a music and dance event for families and children, from 3 to 6 p.m. every Sunday. 303-463-6683
Various classes and activities for kids are presented at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. www.arvadacenter.org, or 720-898-7200
AUDITIONS
JUNE 6 AND 7
Auditions for the Summer Drama Camp production of “High School Musical” at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities will be from 1 to 4 p.m. June 6 and 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. June 7. Casting will be announced by June 18. Auditions are by appointment only. Actors should prepare a one- to two-minute memorized monologue or reading and prepare 12 bars of an up-tempo or ballad musical theater piece. Please bring sheet music in the appropriate key; an accompanist will be provided. Resume and headshot (or snapshot) are recommended. 720-898-7200
JUNE 11 AND 12
Auditions for Time and Again Times Ten, a world premiere series of 10-minute plays, are held in the Red Rocks Community College Theatre from 7 to 9 p.m. Directed by Lorraine Scott, Jim O’Leary and Elizabeth Parks, this series requires 10 to 20 actors, age range 20s to 50s. Callbacks are on June 13. To make an appointment for auditions call 303-914-6458 or email elizabeth.parks@rrcc.edu.
ONGOING
Sweet Adelines High Country Chorus is hosting a membership drive for women of all vocal ranges from 6:30 to 10 p.m. every Tuesday at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 4500 Wadsworth Blvd., Wheat Ridge. Come and meet women who love to sing. 303-295-0307
Michelle’s Music Studio has openings for 7th to 12th grade tenor and baritone singers wanting voice coaching. Solos are available for the Spring 2008 concert at Colorado Christian University in Lakewood. Auditions will be scheduled after an interview and with parent approval. 303-989-7272 or MTBecole@msn.com
Original roots rock band Carla Conover and the E Project Band seeks a drummer at West Colfax E-Vent Center, 9797 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood. 303-883-0204 or kencrow@comcast.net
The Wheat Ridge Community Chorale is auditioning for all voice parts. 303-431-2201
The Musical Sacra Chamber Orchestra is holding auditions for section players in all string and brass sections. Contact 303-421-2141 for an audition time.
The Lakewood Symphony has openings for section strings and substitutes in all other sections are ongoing. 303-980-0400.
The Colorado Chorale is holding auditions for all voices. Call for an audition appointment. 303-422-5785
CLASSES, LECTURES
JUNE 5 THROUGH AUG. 28
Mixed Taste: Tag Team Lectures on Unrelated Topics is a lecture series that runs every Thursday at the Laboratory of Art and Ideas at Belmar, 404 S. Upham St. Price for members is $7.50 and non-members is $12.50. The program is expected to fill up quickly so visitors interested in attending are encouraged to buy tickets early. Tickets to each lecture can be purchased online at belmarlab.org. For more information contact Erin Lantz at 303-934-1777.
JUNE 6
Xeriscaping Your Garden – a special presentation – is hosted by the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory Visitors Center from noon until 1 p.m. at the NREL Visitors Center, 15013 Denver West Parkway, in Golden. Participants are welcome to bring a lunch to enjoy during the presentation. Register in advance by calling the NREL Visitors Center at 303-384-6565.
JUNE 7
Photography as a Second Income with instructor Greg Cradick runs from 12 to 5 p.m. at Working with Artists, 445 South Saulsbury, Lakewood. This five hour intensive seminar will discuss common and uncommon means of earning income through photography. This class is open to anyone with an interest in earning a supplemental income through photography. Cost is $125. Register by calling 303-831-1341.
JUNE 9
Contemplative Photography with instructor Greg Cradick is from 6 to 9 p.m. for four consecutive Mondays at Working with Artists, 445 South Saulsbury, Lakewood. This class allows you to discover different meditation techniques, deconstruct traditional composition, rewire your brain to see your subject differently, enjoy lots of critique and more. Cost is $245 or $220.50 for members. Register by calling 303-831-1341.
JUNE 14
Seeing Beyond Sight! with instructor Greg Cradick runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Working with Artists, 445 South Saulsbury, Lakewood. What happens when you take pictures with a camera blindfolded? We know that photography is a visual medium, so what kicks in if you cannot see? We will spend the morning meditating on our other senses, going in deep and trying to tap into the strength of these other ways of “seeing.” We will then go out blindfolded to make some images with our newfound senses. This class costs $65. Register by calling 303-831-1341.
Make “Father’s Day Shadowboxes” containing items that represent all of the wonderful things about fathers at 10:30 a.m. at the Golden Pioneer Museum, 923 10th St., Golden. The cost is $10 a child. Contact Kathryn Maleva for more information. Kathryn.gpm@comcast.net or 303-278-7151
JUNE 16 THROUGH JULY 15
Acting for the Non-actor runs every Monday from 7 to 10 p.m. at Miner’s Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave. Students will learn fundamental acting skills including stage movement, improvisational exercises, interactive theatre exercises, work on monologues and scene work. It will culminate with a performance of scenes developed in class for family and friends. This class costs $100. To sign up, send an email to mtckid@earthlink.net or call 303-935-3044.
JUNE 17
Truth and Consequences in Health Care, an ethics symposium, is presented by Exempla Healthcare, beginning with a continental breakfast at 7:30 a.m. at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth. The morning session will focus on the parent-caregiver relationship; the afternoon session will focus on the caregiver. $75 cost includes registration fee, continental breakfast, lunch, snack break, and two books. To register, call 303-689-4595.
JUNE 28 THROUGH JULY 19
InspiritAlive is a class to help foster your child’s self-image on Saturdays from 3 to 3:45 p.m. at Golden Pilates, 922 Washington Ave. Registration is $54 (includes $4 materials fee) for one child and one adult. Contact Eliza Parker for registration and more information at InspiritAlive@mac.com or 720-252-9982.
ONGOING
Young Americans Center for Financial Education is offering several camps for second through seventh graders. Weeklong camps include Young AmeriTowne, International Towne, Jr. Money Matters, Girls Can and more. Each camp is $185; financial assistance is available. Details and registration can be found at www.yacenter.org or by calling 303-321-2265.
Three Trusts, Inc. offers classes each month in Golden and online to help parents reduce the impact of the divorce on their children at 1010 Washington Ave., (Golden Visitors Center), second floor. 720-290-5715 or www.threetrusts.com
The North Jeffco Park and Recreation District board of directors meetings take place the first and third Thursdays of each month at 7 p.m. at the Apex Center, 13150 W. 72nd Ave. For more information and an agenda, visit www.northjeffco.org. 303-424-2739
Community Tai Chi and Yoga Classes are offered through the Eli Ashby Healing Arts Center, 7401 Grandview Ave., Arvada. Tai Chi is a form of moving meditation that incorporates preventative and curative traditional Chinese medicine. $180/18 classes. Yoga eases anxiety, increases self-esteem and confidence and benefits immune, muscular and skeletal systems. $125/10 classes, $15/drop-ins. All levels and ages are welcome. Family discounts are available. 303-463-6565
Working with Artists, 445 S. Saulsbury St., Lakewood, offers a variety of classes on traditional and digital photography for adults and children taught by professional working artists. 303-837-1341
Free yoga classes for people with Parkinson’s run from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday at Asana Studio, �������� 16399 South Golden Road, Golden. The primary goal of the class is to empower Parkinson’s patients with skills that enable them to cope with the physical challenges of the disease. For more information contact Joann Gibson. 303-915-4971 or JGibson624@aol.com��������
StrollerFit Exercise with Your Baby invites new and expectant moms for a 50-minute total body workout using strollers as a portable fitness machine while songs, nursery rhymes and other visual and tactile stimulation entertain babies. The group meets at 9:30 a.m. Mondays in the event center at Colorado Christian University, 8787 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood; and 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at Gold Crown Foundation Field House, 150 S. Harlan, Lakewood. The first class is free. 720-233-6666 or www.strollerfit.com/denver/west
The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Colorado sponsors free family education classes through October. The classes are offered at various locations throughout the state and are designed for families and caregivers of adults, adolescents and children diagnosed with a brain disorder. Call or visit the Web site for locations, dates and times. 303-697-6808 or www.namicolorado.org ��������
Singles University offers numerous classes for singles via telephone and Internet. Topics include making small talk, attraction traps, flirting with women and dating over the holidays. www.singles-university.com
The Tri-County Workforce Center, 730 Simms St., Golden, offers a variety of free workshops on job searching, networking and computers. www.trico1stop.org or 303-271-4715
The Wheat Ridge Senior Center, 6363 W. 35th Ave., offers a variety of classes on computers, cooking, art, Spanish, cooking and wellness. 303-205-7500
The Wheat Ridge Senior/Community Center, 6363 W. 35th Ave., hosts a Healthy Design series from 1 to 2 p.m. Fridays. Learn how to transform your favorite recipes into healthy alternatives and how to use herbs and spices in your cooking. Cost is $4 a class. 303-205-7500
Jefferson County Colorado State University Cooperative Extension hosts an urban gardening series at Belmar. Receive free gardening tips from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sundays. 303-742-1520
The Festival Playhouse in Olde Town Arvada offers acting classes for children ages 6 to 17 of all levels of experience. Cost is $100 to $200. 303-422-4090
Whole Foods Market-Belmar, 444 South Wadsworth Blvd., hosts a variety of food classes and book signings each month. 303-933-5000.