happenings October
night of ballet magic. Ellie Caulkins Opera House, Denver. coloradoballet.org 5 Saturday Making Strides of Colorado 8am-Noon The American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer unites communities to celebrate courage and hope. Join the walk to end breast cancer on Saturday. This event is free, and donations are appreciated. Tivoli Quad at Auraria Campus, Denver. secure.acsevents.org Celebrate autumn at Fall Fest, a family-friendly event featuring pumpkin picking, pony rides, arts and crafts, a bounce house, a live animal presentation, and delicious food truck treats– perfect for enjoying the season. Backcountry Base Camp, Highlands Ranch. hrcaonline.org Autism Speaks Field Day for All 11am-2pm Autism Speaks Field Day for All celebrates the unique light in every person with autism and the supportive community around them. This event unites people of all ages for fun, new activities, Fall Fest 8:30-11:30am resources, and meaningful connections. Infinity Park, Glendale. act.autismspeaks.org 6 Sunday ALS United Rocky Mountain Walk 9-11am The ALS United Rocky Mountain Walk in Denver is the largest annual gathering for the ALS community in the area. This event raises funds and awareness to support free ALS programs and the search for treatments and a cure. Sloan’s Lake, Denver. securealsaco.org Jackalope Indie Artisan Fair 10am-5pm Enjoy a weekend of shopping with over 100 hand-selected artisans. Discover trendsetting indie goods such as original fashion, jewelry, paper products, innovative home
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to do today
1 Tuesday Baby Time 9-9:30am
emphasizes the role of families in community cultural development, fostering creativity, imagination, motor skills, and school readiness. Downtown Aurora Visual Arts, Aurora. davarts.org Adults can join a free midday break for guided meditation techniques in a natural setting. Nature offers rejuvenation, relaxation, and inspiration, providing calm in our chaotic and stressful world. Register online. Majestic View Nature Center, Arvada. majesticviewnaturecenter. arvada.org 3 Thursday Thursdays at the Museum 9am Bring the whole family to the museum for an exciting day full of activities. From a 10 Meditation in Nature Noon-12:30pm a.m. Cooking Class and 10:15 a.m. Storytime to an Outdoor Exploration at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Art Program, there is something for everyone in the family. Children’s Museum of Denver. mychildsmuseum.org
inclusive event for teens and adults with special needs and their caregivers, held upstairs in Event Hall A. Highlands Ranch Library. douglascountylibraries. evanced.info 4 Friday Colorado Wilderness Herbal First Aid Certification 9am-5:30pm This 24-hour, 3-day course combines a 16-hour Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification with over 8 hours of herbal first aid training, integrating plant- medicine concepts for holistic care in remote or post-disaster environments. Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism, Lafayette. eventbrite.com South Pearl Street First Friday Art Walk 5-8pm Every First Friday through November, South Pearl Street hosts a family-friendly Art Walk featuring live artist demonstrations, music, dining, and shopping on the 1400-1600 blocks. South Pearl Street. southpearlstreet.com
Baby Time at Lone Tree Library is a recurring event for 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free! Evergreen Library. douglascountylibraries. evanced.info Big & Lil’ Play Classes 2pm Classes are designed for Bigs (caring adult) and Lils (awesome kid) to promote healthy development through physical, intellectual, social, and emotional skill-building, with fun activities like singing, instruments, games, parachutes, and bubbles. Kids Wonder, Centennial. kidswonder.net 2 Wednesday
Family Arts 10am-Noon
DAVA’s Family Arts program, designed for children ages 3-6 with a parent or guardian,
Sleeping Beauty 7:30pm
Sensory Storytime 11-11:30am
The Colorado Ballet presents the enchanting Sleeping Beauty on stage. Tickets range from $40- 175, promising an unforgettable
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The Highlands Ranch Library offers Sensory Storytime, an
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