Through Nov. 12. The Boulder Jewish Film Festival could hardly come at a more relevant time. Films that delve into the complexity and nuance of the Jewish experience during this moment of conflict also include works whose creators have been affected by the ongoing war with Hamas, producers said.

Programmers of the Nov. 2-12 fest have responded to this moment by adding topical elements to the fest, they said, including a 5-film segment that celebrates Israel’s 75th anniversary and the short film “The Boy,” by Yahaz Winner, who died in a Hamas attack on his kibbutz, as well as “Sirens” (in the Shorts program).

The centerpiece is the live-scored silent film “The Man Without a World” on Nov. 9, with closing-night film “Idina Menzel: Which Way to the Stage?” arriving on Nov. 12. And a dozen-plus more. All screenings at the Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut St. in Boulder. Tickets: $18-$25 via thedairy.org/boulder-jewish-film-festival.

Denver Arts Week’s free, low-cost events

Friday-Nov. 11. Free and cheap admission to arts events is what Denver Arts Week is all about, and the annual celebration of Mile High creativity returns Friday, Nov. 3-Nov. 11 with three free events at the Buell Theatre and McNichols Building, plus a fall edition of the city’s popular Denver Public Art Tours.

Presented by the city agency Denver Arts & Venues, this year includes the “Community Cloth” exhibit tour and the Colorado Panorama Denver Public Art Tour (both Nov. 7), a “Woven Together” reception at the Buell (Nov. 8), and the “Culture Cloth” exhibit tour and curator discussion (Nov. 9).

Along the way, Denver Arts Week’s website rounds up dozens of deals and special events that focus on local visual artists, musicians, galleries, murals and street art. The week kicks off Friday, Nov. 3, with expanded First Friday Art Walks across the city’s creative neighborhoods, organizers wrote, plus a free Night at the Museums on Saturday, Nov. 4. See denver.org/denver-arts-week/events for more.

A powerhouse “Don Giovanni”

Saturday-Nov. 12. Many of us save up to splurge at the theater this time of year, whether it’s for a play, touring Broadway musical or dance performance. If you’re looking for a once-a-year big ticket show that’s going to blow your hair back, Opera Colorado is back with its vigorous take on “Don Giovanni.”

It’s the nonprofit company’s first staging of the Mozart blockbuster in ten years, producers wrote, with baritone Bruno Taddia in the title role and Danielle Pastin, Ellie Dehn and Kerby Baier as the avenging women who have crossed paths with our titular cad.

Opera ain’t cheap, but in terms of spectacle and talent, it’s worth it for a show like this. Runs Saturday Nov. 4, as well as Nov. 7, 10 and 12 at Ellie Caulkins Opera House, 1385 Curtis St. Tickets: $49-$225 for opening night, as low as $39-$185 for other performances, via operacolorado.org.

Sad songs like you’ve never heard them before

Monday. So you’ve seen hip-hop legends such as Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA backed by the Colorado Symphony Orchestra, but have you ever seen an emo band powered by the full sonic palette of strings, horns and wind instruments?

Monday, Nov. 6, is your chance when the aptly named Emo Orchestra featuring Dayton, Ohio, pop-punk veterans Hawthorne Heights comes to the Paramount Theatre in Denver. The nationally touring show promises hits from the leading group plus others from the likes of Dashboard Confessional, Taking Back Sunday, My Chemical Romance and more. Hands down, this is the best show we can ever remember… always remember.

The Emo Orchestra plays Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. at 1621 Glenarm Place in Denver. Tickets cost $45-$75 at ticketmaster.com.

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Ziggi’s Coffee is brewing up a big thank you for teachers. On Sept. 6, all educators and school district employees can take a break to enjoy a free 16-ounce drink of their choice at the local coffee shop. The offer includes teachers, principals, bus drivers, custodians and anyone else who has a valid school/faculty ID or other proof of school district employment. The offer is only available in-café. ziggiscoffee.com

Water World’s Bow Wow Beach Doggie Day

Water World is offering an opportunity for furry kids to have big fun with its annual Bow Wow Beach Doggie Day on Sept. 9. Pups of all sizes are invited to the pool party. However, pooches must be at least one year old, leashed during park arrival/exit, and accompanied by a responsible owner 18 or older. Proof of current rabies vaccination and waivers must be signed prior to entry. Admission is only $9.99 per dog. (Pet parents get in at no cost.) Each timed entry session at 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and noon lasts one hour and 45 minutes. Tickets are only available online. Attractions are closed and owners are not permitted to swim. Bring lots of towels for the wet car ride home. waterworldcolorado.com

Electronics recycling

Got old electronics cluttering your garage or basement? If it can be plugged in or runs on batteries, there’s an easy option to recycle it on the cheap. Denver 7 and Techno Rescue are hosting an Electronics Recycling Event on Sept. 9 at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park (6000 Victory Way) in Commerce City. The drive-thru event in Parking Lot H runs from 7 a.m. to noon. Cost is $5 per car, with no limit to the number of drop-off items. Techno Rescue has reduced its prices for the event, making it one of the least expensive ways to properly recycle electronics. All things electronic (including small appliances) are welcome. However, there is an extra fee for select items, including TV or CRT monitors. Cash and credit cards will be accepted. thedenverchannel.com

Elitch Garden’s 2024 season pass sale

Now’s the best time to secure your 2024 Elitch Gardens Season Pass at a bargain price. (Families might consider shopping early for holiday gifts.) Through Sept. 10, the amusement park is holding its biggest sale of the year on 2024 season passes, for just $59.99. The pass regularly sells for $149.99, so it’s a savings of 60 percent. (If you’re on tight budget, pay only $5 per month with the park’s monthly payment plan.) The discounted pass easily pays for itself in just one visit. Among many money-saving benefits, the deal includes access to the park for the remainder of the 2023 season, including Fright Fest and Luminova Holidays. The discount is only available online. elitchgardens.com

Dairy Queen Blizzard special

DQ just introduced its 2023 Fall Blizzard Treat menu. For a limited time, fans can dig a spoon into many returning fall favorites, as well as the new Royal Reese’s Fluffernutter Blizzard. The new treat is made with Reese’s candies and peanut butter swirled with vanilla soft serve, including a marshmallow center. DQ is offering a special for Blizzard fans. Get a small Blizzard for just 85 cents from Sept. 11 to 24. The offer is only available via the DQ app. A small Blizzard is typically around $4, so the savings are definitely sweet. dairyqueen.com

Fritzler Farm Park flash sale

There’s nothing corny about saving money on fall fun. From Sept. 12 to 15, Fritzler Farm Park (20861 CR 33) in LaSalle holds its annual Fall Flash Sale. This attraction offers more than 20 activities, including a 15-acre corn maze, jumping pillow, slide mountain, barrel coaster, pumpkin patch, corn box, pedal go-karts, arcade and pumpkin cannon. Since 2000, the Fritzler family has created a new corn maze design each year, from a salute to frontline heroes to Broncos fever. (No word yet on what’s planned for 2023.) Individual Fun Passes are $26.95 at the gate. However, save more than 40% and get one for just $14.95 during the online sale. (An Unlimited Fun Pass is $42.95 at the gate and $26.95 during the sale.) There’s no limit on number of discounted tickets you can buy. Even better, they can be used whenever you want during the 2023 season. The attraction is open select days from Sept. 17 to Oct. 29. fritzlerfarmpark.com

Free coffee Mondays at Dunkin’

Extra cream and savings, please. Dunkin’ is making Mondays less mundane for coffee lovers in September. Customers can start their week with a big cup of savings at the doughnut shop. Every Monday in September, Dunkin’ Rewards members receive a free medium hot or iced coffee with any purchase. The regular price for a medium coffee is around $3.50, so it’s definitely a hot deal. Set reminders on your smartphone for Sept. 4, 11, 18 and 25. dunkindonuts.com

Colfax Chicken Fest

Don’t be a chicken! Get ready for a wacky, one-of-a-kind experience at the Colfax Chicken Fest on Sept. 16 in the 40 West Arts District. Admission is free. The district-wide event lets you groove to live music, participate in chicken-inspired contests and art activities, enjoy a Drumstick 40 West Gallery exhibition, indulge in treats from food trucks and much more. There will also be a drumstick exhibit, chicken crafts, chicken sculpture contest and kids coloring activities. The festival runs from noon to 4 p.m. 40westarts.org/colfax-chicken-fest

Michelada Festival at Mile High Flea Market

A michelada is a Mexican drink made with beer, lime juice, assorted sauces, spices, tomato juice and chile peppers, served in a chilled, salt-rimmed glass. Leave it to the ginormous Mile High Flea Market (7007 East 88th Ave.) in Henderson to host an event celebrating the drink. Taste for yourself at the Michelada Festival on Sept. 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Also also enjoy Rocky Mountain Pro Wrestling, live music, lots of food, rides, a farmers market and tons of shopping. With the purchase of a Michelada at L-Street, El Toro or Cactus Cantina, visitors will receive a free swag bag filled with a glass stein, coaster, koozie and other items, while supplies last. The event is free with your $3 admission into the Mile High Flea Market. milehighfleamarket.com

Aurora Mini-Con

Comics, cosplay and all things pop culture converge at the Aurora Mini-Con on Sept. 23, returning for the first time since 2019. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., the Aurora Central Library (14949 E. Alameda Parkway) turns into a playground for pop culture fans. Admission is free. The family-friendly event includes superheroes, comic-themed crafts, panel discussions, exhibits and a cosplay costume contest. There will be more than 50 vendors, food trucks, special guests and more. auroragov.org

Mid-Autumn Festival

The Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the largest and most important festivals in Asia. It is a celebration of the harvest moon and a time to connect with family. The Far East Center (333 S. Federal Blvd.) in Denver transforms into a vibrant celebration of many cultures during the Mid-Autumn Festival on Sept. 30. Admission is free. From 2 to 10 p.m., attendees can enjoy a taste of an Asian-inspired night market and street food from all over the world. The family-friendly event includes eating contests, dance and drum performances, a kids fashion show, homemade lantern contest, music, giveaways and more. littlesaigondenver.com

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On Aug. 1, 1876, President Grant officially made Colorado the Centennial State. The History Colorado Center (at 1200 Broadway in Denver) is celebrating the big day with free admission on Aug. 1. All Coloradans are invited to enjoy arts and crafts, live music, snacks and a visit with alpacas at the carnival-like gathering. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Advance registration is recommended if you want to skip the entry lines. Plus, children (18 and under) get in for free every day. historycolorado.org/events

Brent’s Place block party

Join local nonprofit Brent’s Place for a family-centered community event on Aug. 5 to celebrate 26 years of care for families facing a medical crisis. Starting at 11 a.m., the block party will feature fun for all ages, including carnival games, water slides, a climbing wall, dunk tank, yard games, food trucks and more. The festivities will be at the Anschutz Medical Center Parade Grounds (12474 E. 19th Ave.) in Aurora. Admission is free. Surface-level parking is also available at two nearby lots for free with a special code given to attendees when they register, which is required. brentsplace.org/blockpartyhq

Stranahan’s Colorado Day bash

Cheers, Colorado! Stranahan’s Colorado Whiskey (200 S. Kalamath St. in Denver) will celebrate its birthplace in style. On Aug. 6., the local distillery is hosting its Colorado Day Bash, complete with tours, live music and food trucks. From noon to 8 p.m., Coloradans can enjoy tours of the state’s first legal distillery since Prohibition and performances from local artists. From 12:30 to 7:30 p.m., join a 45-minute American Single Malt Tour, beginning every half hour. Tour tickets are $5 with all proceeds going to Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado. (Best to reserve a spot online.) In addition, local food trucks Luchador and Brutal Poodle will be on-site. stranahans.com/events/colorado-day-bash

Parker Honey Festival

Parker is all abuzz for its family-friendly Honey Festival on Aug. 6 at the town’s O’Brien Park (10795 Victorian Drive). From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., learn about the importance of honey bees and how to support the health of bees and other pollinators. See hives up close, sample honey, make a craft, try on a beekeeper’s suit and pick up lots of bee booty, including honey sticks, dippers and recipes. Attendees will also find lots of health and beauty products made with honey and beeswax. There will be a kids’ corner, music performances and artistic displays, too. parkerarts.org/event/the-honey-festival

Meow Wolf’s Monster Battle

Families can have a monstrously good time at Meow Wolf’s epic summer clash of the costumes, Monster Battle. All kinds of creative creatures will unite on Aug. 10 from 4 to 10 p.m. in the Cheesman Park Pavilion (1900 E. 11th Ave.) in Denver. Admission is free. Participants will twist, shout and dance with their claws out to the tunes of Meow Wolf’s DJ Snaggy and more. Enjoy games, prizes and the chance to take home the glory of being the best dressed. tickets.meowwolf.com/events/denver/monster-battle

2023 Parade of Homes

The 2023 Parade of Homes features 32 newly designed and custom homes across the greater metro area, open to the public for free touring from Thursday to Sunday. The tours run Aug. 10-27 from noon to 5 p.m. No reservations are required. Homes range from luxury show homes to affordably priced houses, from innovative to elegant, located in neighborhoods across the Front Range. Some people visit with an eye to buy, while others are looking for inspiration in decorating their own homes. Virtual tours are also available. Download a map for directions and to plan your route at  paradeofhomesdenver.com.

Bark Around the Block

Dairy Block and The Maven Hotel are celebrating National Dog Month with a dog-friendly Bark Around the Block event on Aug. 12 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The furry-friend-filled gathering includes a Puppy Yoga Class, free dog caricatures, a Dairy Block “Pup” Crawl and more. Puppy Yoga, a free one-hour Vinyasa Class led by CorePower Yoga, starts at 9 a.m. in the Alley and will feature furry friends available for adoption from Lifeline Puppy Rescue. Donations will be collected for the rescue organization. Plus, pet parents can stop by The Maven Hotel’s Windsor Room to enjoy special games and free dog caricatures from Alias K. Masters Studios. dairyblock.com/events/bark-around-the-block.

Nintendo Summer of Play

It’s game time! The Nintendo Summer of Play stops at FlatIron Crossing (One W. FlatIron Crossing Drive) in Broomfield from Aug. 17 to 20. Admission is free. The event gives players of all ages the chance to discover their favorite Nintendo characters and learn more about the worlds they come from. Attendees will receive a Nintendo Summer of Play passport, which can be stamped after participating in various activities. Once completed, passport holders have an opportunity to receive free Nintendo goodies. The fun runs from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. for the first three dates and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. nintendo.com/events/play-events

Aurora Global Fest

Aurora Global Fest, an international culture festival, is set for Aug. 19 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the Great Lawn at the Aurora Municipal Center (15151 E. Alameda Parkway) on Aug. 19 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free. With more than 170 languages spoken in Aurora, the festival provides a unique opportunity for the community to become one. The family-friendly event includes a kids’ area, musical and dance performances, fashion show, a large variety of food vendors and a global market. auroragov.org/things_to_do/events/global_fest

Lafayette Peach Festival

The 24th annual Lafayette Peach Festival turns the town’s main street into one peachy carnival on Aug. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Morton’s Orchards and Tate Orchards truck in more than 30,000 pounds of certified organic peaches from Palisade for peach lovers to purchase. Check out the Festival Plaza, where you’ll find hundreds of fresh peach pies and pans of peach cobbler. (Get there early, though, because the peach treats always sell out.) The festival also will showcase crafters, antique dealers and artists from the Front Range and Western states. For kids, there will be free face painting and balloon sculpting from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Parking is available in the surrounding neighborhoods; just do not block driveways or park in restricted areas. lafayettecolorado.com/special-events

Rocky Mountain Record Show

Vinyl is back — and in a big way. And music collectors will want to take a spin at the Rocky Mountain Record Show on Aug. 19 and 20 at The Brighton (3403 Brighton Blvd.) in Denver. The show brings together top vinyl sellers from all over the country to offer more than 150,000 records. There also will be other recorded media, music memorabilia and ephemera for sale from more than 75 vendors. Food trucks and a full bar will be available. Enjoy tunes from vinyl-only DJs while you are digging through the racks. Early bird pricing (until Aug. 1) is $10 for general admission on Saturday. Admission is free on Sunday. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. rockymountainrecordshow.com

Golden Fine Arts Festival

Downtown Golden transforms into an open-air art gallery on Aug. 19 and 20 for the Golden Fine Arts Festival. Traditionally, more than half of the 100 participating artists travel to Golden from outside the state. Find works in ceramic arts, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography and sculpture. Admission is free and the event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day on 11th St. (between Maple and Arapahoe). Besides the colorful art, enjoy live entertainment, a beer and wine garden and food. goldenfineartsfestival.org

Loveland Corn Roast Festival

Loveland’s Corn Roast Festival is on Aug. 25-26 at the Old Fairgrounds Park (700 S. Railroad Ave.). Admission is free. Festivities start Friday at 5 p.m. with entertainment, as well as roasted and boiled corn for sale. Friday night’s headliner is Nashville recording artist Craig Campbell, performing from 8 to 10 p.m. Live music, a corn shucking contest, beer garden, Kids Zone, vendor area and a parade fill out the two “corny” days. The festival pops up from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday. Attendees can also enjoy a cornhole tournament at noon and the Loveland Rotary Duck Race at 4 p.m. loveland.org/events-2/festival-information

Free admission to Colorado state parks for veterans

As a thank you to U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is offering active duty, veterans and the National Guard to all state parks for the month of August. Military members and veterans, resident and nonresident, can pick up a free August Military Pass at any Colorado State Park or CPW office by showing proof of service. All other park fees remain in effect, including camping reservations, boat and off-highway vehicle registrations, and hunting and fishing licenses. cpw.state.co.us/aboutus/Pages/MilitaryBenefits.aspx

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Families will be bowled over by this fun, budget-friendly offer, especially with the start of summer. Through September, kids (15 and under) can bowl two games every day for free at various participating bowling centers around the state. Participating bowling alleys are in Broomfield, Colorado Springs, Cortez, Estes Park, Fort Collins, Fort Morgan, Grand Junction, Greeley, Sterling, Thornton, Walden and Windsor. Hours and offer dates vary by location. Kids Bowl Free participants must be registered at the specific alley. Shoe rental is required, but not included in the offer. However, some bowling centers offer an unlimited shoe rental pass at a special rate. kidsbowlfree.com

Margot Elena’s warehouse sale

You may not have heard of Margot Elena, but the company sells high-quality bath and beauty products through national retailers and smaller boutiques. Based in Denver, Margot Elena is holding a warehouse sale (9800 E. Easter Ave.) in Centennial on May 5 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shoppers can enjoy up to 80% off on many Margot Elena beauty brands, including TokyoMilk, Lollia, Library of Flowers, The Cottage Greenhouse and Love & Toast. Find an assortment of body care products, fragrances, home décor, candles and more. The first 50 people in line receive a special welcome gift. Plus, all shoppers get a Love & Toast shopping tote, while supplies last. As this is an actual warehouse, closed-toe shoes are highly recommended. Credit cards only. margotelena.com/pages/warehousesale

Free guacamole from Teremana Tequila

For the third year, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and his ultra-premium tequila, Teremana, are encouraging people to support local restaurants. The superstar is reimbursing diners for their guacamole (up to $10 per person for a single order) when they purchase the dip with any Teremana Tequila cocktail anytime from May 1 to 7. Be sure to get an itemized receipt to submit online. Once the submission is approved, funds will be transferred via Venmo. Find a local restaurant or bar that serves Teremana tequila at guacontherock.com.

Free Comic Book Day

Pow! Zap! Free! Comic book fans can swoop into local comic book shops around Denver for super fun on Free Comic Book Day, May 6. For more than 20 years, the action-packed day is the biggest event in the comic book industry — a single day when shops around the world give away comic books to all. It’s the perfect opportunity for newbies to ignite a new hobby or true fans to add to their growing collections. Many local shops are participating, including 5280 Comics, All C’s Collectibles, Hall of Justice Comics & Collectibles, Mile High Comics and Mutiny Information Café. freecomicbookday.com

Colorado Chocolate Festival

The annual Colorado Chocolate Festival at the Crowne Plaza DIA (15500 E. 40th Ave.) in Denver takes place on May 12 and 13. The sweet celebration features more than 50,000 chocolate samples from 80-plus national and regional vendors. This year’s festival offers a new Chocolate Spa with chocolate facials, a cocoa butter massage and more.  Family-friendly activities include Chocolate Bingo, a Chocolate Crown contest, free chocolate cake for Moms, chocolate tasting with the Chocolate Therapist and more. Admission is $10; kids 12 and younger free. Taste Tickets ($10 for 12) allow attendees to sample treats. The festival runs from 4 to 9 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. cochocolatefests.com/colorado-chocolate-festival.html

Denver Botanic Gardens plant sale

Dig in to the always-anticipated annual spring plant sale at the Denver Botanic Gardens May 12 and 13, with tens of thousands of plants available. In addition to 15 plant divisions (herbs, vegetables, hanging baskets, seeds, container gardens, water-smart plants, etc.), the sale includes gardening supplies and gifts. Plus, the Gardens’ horticulturists will be on hand to answer questions. Shoppers are encouraged to bring their own wagons and carts or even recycled boxes to transport plants. The sale runs 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Reservations are required. Credit/debit cards and checks only. botanicgardens.org/events/special-events/spring-plant-sale

Rocky Mountain Stamp Show

Philatelists are placing a stamp of approval on Denver. Hundreds will be at the Rocky Mountain Stamp Show on May 26 to 28 at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds (25690 E. Quincy Ave.) in Aurora. More than 40 vendors will showcase their wares. Plus, “What’s in Your Attic?” offers free advice for those wanting to learn more about inherited stamp albums and old family collections. Young collectors, ages 8 to 14, can attend Stamp Camp Denver with lots of hands-on activities. Admission is free. The show runs Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. rockymountainstampshow.com

The Denver Postcard & Paper Show

Back in the day, postcards were all the rage. See for yourself at the Denver Postcard & Paper Show on May 26 and 27 at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds (25690 E. Quincy Ave.) in Aurora. The event is one of very few shows in Colorado offering a wide variety of antique and collectible postcards, trade cards, stereoview cards, photographs and other paper ephemera. For beginning collectors, there will be bargain boxes of postcards  starting at just 25 cents each. Show hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday and 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. Admission is free. Early bird admission $10 for entry at 9 a.m. on Friday. denverpostcardshow.com

Free admission and rides at Mile High Flea Market

The Mile High Flea Market (I-76 & 88th Ave.) in Denver includes covered shops, open-air sellers, a farmers’ market, food stands and amusement rides for the kids. Open every weekend year-round from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., the market often boasts more than 2,500 sellers. This summer, admission is free on the final Friday every month – May 26, June 30, July 28 and Aug. 25. Regular admission is still affordable at $2 per person on Fridays and $3 on Saturdays and Sundays. A $5 three-day pass is good all weekend. Kids (8 and under) get in at no cost. Plus, the shopping mecca is offering Free Ride Fridays on June 9 and July 21 with complimentary rides all day.  milehighfleamarket.com/en/event-calendar

Colorado Remembers

The city of Aurora and Colorado Freedom Memorial host a Colorado Remembers ceremony at Springhill Community Park (756 Telluride St.) on May 27 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event features a free-will donation pancake breakfast, tribute, displays of military artifacts and themed entertainment. The memorial holds the names of more than 6,000 Coloradans killed or missing in action. The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard and Drill Team from Washington D.C., along with the Sound of the Rockies Men’s Chorus and the Beverly Belles are expected. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets. auroragov.org

INSPIRE Arts Week Lakewood

For eight days, Lakewood encourages residents to experience the city’s heritage, culture and the arts. INSPIRE Arts Week runs from May 27 to June 3, with dozens of free and low-cost arts and cultural experiences such as interactive art demonstrations, art walks and studio tours. This year, events will be spread across Lakewood at more than 20 locations, including galleries, cultural centers, shops and more. A free Rockin’ Block Party is scheduled for June 3 at the Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park (801 S. Yarrow St.) From 5 to 11 p.m., enjoy kids’ activities, music by Ronnie Raygun and the Big Eighties, food trucks and “Back to the Future” under the stars. For a complete schedule of events, including fees, visit lakewood.org.

Free train rides for kids in Boulder

Boulder’s Tebo Train, a 100-percent electric-powered kiddie train, is offering free rides to children 10 and under (along with accompanying adults). All aboard Monday through Friday mornings from May 30 to Sept. 1. The train boards in front of Wells Fargo at the corner of 13th and Pearl streets starting at 9:30 a.m. each day. The last train leaves “the station” at 11 a.m. sharp. The four-car train runs from 13th and Pearl along the Pearl Street Mall to the 1400 block and is the only vehicle, other than strollers, permitted on the pedestrian mall. boulderdowntown.com

Recycle paint

Coloradans love to recycle anything and everything, but disposing of leftover paint can be a hassle. PaintCare, a free paint recycling program with more than 150 drop-off sites across Colorado (most in paint and hardware store) can help. The program accepts all paint brands, regardless of where they were purchased, and most house paints, primers, stains, sealers and clear top coatings (varnish and shellac). All sites accept up to five gallons per visit. Leaking, unlabeled and empty paint cans are not accepted. Funding for the recycling program comes from a small fee added to the price of new paint sold in Colorado. paintcare.org/states/colorado/

DCPA backstage tours

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts offers the perfect behind-the-scenes experience. There are two tours available. The Venues Tour offers an in-depth look at the DCPA venues, including the newly renovated Bonfils Theatre Complex. The 90-minute guided tour takes place on Mondays at 10 a.m. The Studio Tour allows participants to discover the people and processes that bring theater to life. Learn more about the talent of costume designers, set builders, propmakers and technical specialists needed to transform a show from concept to the magic you see on stage. The 90-minute guided tour takes place on Saturdays at 10 a.m. Tickets are $12 for each tour and must be reserved online in advance. denvercenter.org

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“Instead of pleasant desert-island scenario, it’s in Ward,” said the 42-year-old former drummer for Gasoline Lollipops and The Yawpers, and a longtime contributor to Boulder Weekly and Westword. “Maybe I’m stranded. Maybe I’m at the risk of being eaten. What would I listen to?”

Perry’s Mile High Stash podcast asks “what five albums you’d take to a remote Colorado cabin during a zombie apocalypse, armed with nothing but food, water and a crank-powered Victrola,” he said. “Oh, and we get to know our guests along the way.” Each episode is more conversation than list of bullet points, starting with a biographical chat before moving onto the quintet of favored albums, and dipping back and forth throughout.

It’s patterned after another one of Perry’s great loves, the BBC radio show Desert Island Discs, which has been going strong since 1942. Thanks to Perry’s music connections — and a lot of forced downtime due to a perilous battle with COVID — his own Mile High Stash burst out of the gate on Nov. 13 with an impressive lineup of Colorado music heavies. Perry’s interviews have since ranged from jazz-funk singer Hazel Miller to members of The Lumineers, DeVotchKa, Flogging Molly, The Velveteers, Slim Cessna’s Auto Club and Leftover Salmon.

Now the punk-rock lifer, who also interviews national artists such as Adrian Belew (Frank Zappa, David Bowie), Steve Berlin (Los Lobos), and Ben Nichols (Lucero), is prepping his podcast’s first live taping for April 1 at RiNo’s Number 38 — a free, all-ages show that includes an interview and performance from Denver’s Foxfeather.

Despite touring the globe with his previous acts — which he left in order to spend more time with his young daughter — Boulder-based Perry is not thrilled about the idea of appearing on stage without a drum kit.

“I played my first concert with a rock band when I was in sixth grade, so I’ve been playing drums in front of people for a very long time,” said Perry, who recorded a podcast episode with former Denver Post writer and current Atlantic senior editor John Hendrickson to talk about their shared, lifelong stuttering. “I don’t sing and I don’t talk on stage, so to be at the front and have nothing but a mic is (freaking) terrifying.”

Live music-and-interview programs, such as Boulder’s 31-year-old eTown, are nothing new in Colorado, nor are podcasts of any stripe that are hosted by and featuring men. Perry’s well aware of that and working to diversify a guest list that he knows could easily default to cisgendered white dudes.

He’s interviewed multiple members of the all-women folk band Big Richard, Demi Demitro and drummer Baby from The Velveteers, music legend Miller (his favorite interview, ever, he said), and has upcoming episodes with Rachel Sliker of the River Arkansas (April 3) and concert photographer Lisa Siciliano. He’s also invested in highlighting Indigenous voices, he said, including stand-up comic Joshua Emerson and Americana veteran Cary Morin.

“I’m trying to put a lot of thought into it instead of just saying, ‘This is so hard because I live in Boulder,’ which is not very diverse,” said Perry, a Pittsburgh native who moved to Colorado in 2008.

Perry has been immersed in Colorado music for nearly two decades, and that’s helped garner modest but vital sponsorships from businesses that sell cannabis, guitars, tattoos, liquor, concert tickets, and coffee. Some offered money (Perry wouldn’t say how much) to support the podcast before the first episode had been released.

Despite his stage fright and lack of experience leading a live show, Perry is looking forward to the Number 38 public taping, which he hopes won’t be the last.

“The more people there, the more it puts me at ease,” he said. “Red Rocks was the largest crowd I’ve ever played to (as part of Denver Film’s Film of the Rocks series), and it’s the least nervous I’ve been. You can feel that people just want you to do well.”

If you go

Mile High Stash live podcast. Free recording and performance with Foxfeather, 7 p.m. Saturday, April 1, at Number 38, 3560 Chestnut Place in Denver. Free and all-ages. nmbr38.com

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The 37th season of the all-volunteer City Park Jazz kicks off with a performance from Sarah Mount and the Rushmores the first week in June, led by Mount’s muscular and versatile saxophone playing, and wraps up with the sultry, self-described “gypsy jazz” of La Pompe Jazz.

The concerts draw between 8,000 and 12,000 per show, or about 100,000 total attendees over the summer, said board member and director of marketing David Flomberg.

The popular series, which presents free summer concerts on Sundays at the City Park Pavilion, is a nonprofit venture supported by volunteers and sponsorships, organizers said. Its 10-week run brings food trucks, vendors and thousands of blanket- and cooler-toting residents to the area around City Park Pavilion.

“In our continuing tradition of exploring the incredible diversity of jazz as an art form, we’ve put together a great lineup for 2023,” said Andy Bercaw, president of the City Park Jazz board, in a statement. “We’ve got everything from soul to funk to straight-ahead to blues to Latin and more. After such a long winter, we couldn’t be more excited for another summer of sweet sounds and delicious eats at City Park Jazz!”

Shows run from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday nights starting June 4. The shows are all-ages and no RSVP is required. For more information or to volunteer, visit cityparkjazz.org, and see the full lineup below.

City Park Jazz 2023 schedule

June 4 – Sarah Mount and the Rushmores
June 11 – Stafford Hunter & Jazz Explorations
June 18 – Dotsero
June 25 – Ritmo Jazz Latino
July 2 – Wellington Bullings
July 8 – Chris Daniels and the Kings
July 16 – 4th Annual Brass Band Extravaganza feat. Guerrilla Fanfare and Bourbon Brass Band
July 23 – Otis Taylor
July 30 – The Burroughs
Aug. 6 – La Pompe Jazz

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Welcome to love in the time of “infla-dating,” a new buzzword for choosing cheap dates to keep finances afloat. But just because it feels like the world is ending (one silver lining: every generation has experienced that panic) doesn’t mean the search for romance should fizzle out.

Here are some Denver spots to take a date that won’t break the bank. (Pro tip: You can kick things off on the right foot with flowers beforehand. Trader Joe’s bouquets typically sell for as low as $3.99 at the Capitol Hill location at 661 Logan St. You’re welcome.)

1. Two words: Happy hour.

It’s a tried-and-true first date. Meet at a bar for happy hour and stay until sparks fly (or leave as soon as “the ick” sets in).

Adelitas Cocina Y Cantina, 1294 S. Broadway, is lauded for daily happy hour deals from 3 to 6 p.m., including a $9 house margarita, $2 for chips and salsa and $2 tacos on Tuesday.

Angelo’s Taverna at 620 E. 6th Ave. offers a truly compelling happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. to close daily. What’s not to love about $1 raw house oysters of the day, $6 toasted ravioli and $2 off wines on tap?

River at 3759 Chestnut Place doubles as a bar and art gallery, so that’s two birds with one stone. Monday, score margaritas for $3 each from 6 p.m. to close. On other days, take advantage of the $5 negroni, whiskey sour and dirty martini or level up with the $6 Old Fashioned.

And, if the splurging mood strikes, there’s boozy boba. Enough said.

2. A solid dive bar never goes out of style.

Dive bars constitute the backbone of America. A date who turns their nose up at a well-loved watering hole? That’s the first red flag.

As it turns out, Denver is a treasure chest of dives. Try Don’s Club Tavern at 723 E. Sixth Ave. for a round of pool or to cozy up in a booth — just try to avoid making eye contact with the bras hanging above the shuffleboard table.

Stop by an ATM before hitting P S Lounge at 3416 E. Colfax Ave. Women are greeted with roses at the cash-only dive, and free house shots are handed out upon entry.

Other options include Bar Bar at 2060 Champa St. and Candlelight Tavern at 383 S. Pearl St.

3. Going for a more refined vibe? Museum date it is.

Plan a date that coincidentally falls on a free or discounted day at a local museum.

Upcoming free days at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science at 2001 Colorado Blvd. include Sunday, Jan. 29, Monday, Feb. 6, and Sunday, Feb. 26.

Free days at the Denver Art Museum at 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkway take place on Saturday, Jan. 28, Tuesday, Feb. 14, and Tuesday, March 14.

At the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver at 1485 Delgany St., the first Saturday of each month costs a single penny for Colorado residents. Consider this motivation to get that out-of-state driver’s license finally changed.

Health care workers, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program beneficiaries and museum professionals can get in free every day.

4. Not a drinker? No problem. How about coffee instead?

If falling in love in a coffee shop is the vibe, then here’s good news: The Mile High City’s got plenty of options.

Pablo’s Coffee at 630 E. Sixth Ave. has it all. Grandfathers are probably catching up over coffee at nearby tables, while plants line the windows and art hangs on the walls.

Roostercat Coffee House at 1045 Lincoln St. beats Starbucks’ prices by a long shot: $4 for a large cortado or drip coffee, $4.50 for a large cafe au lait and $4.75 for a large latte. Check out the specialty lattes to satiate that sweet tooth.

Convivio Café at 4935 W. 38th Ave. offers much more than a simple cup of coffee. Opened for business in November, the city’s first women-owned, Guatemalan-inspired, bilingual café is sure to impress.

Getting coffee also quickly reveals whether a crush can properly pronounce the word “espresso.” So, bring it back to 1998 and embrace this “You’ve Got Mail” rom-com moment.

5. Watch live entertainment and arts without emptying that wallet.

It’s a music enthusiast’s dream to meet her soulmate at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, but admit it — those ticket prices can make a heart drop.

Thankfully, other local venues also provide unforgettable experiences with lower bottom lines.

Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox at 1215 20th St. — a former brothel — now offers a different type of adult entertainment. Plan to attend a free dinner show or shell out some cash to watch other live performances, with tickets currently selling as low as $10.

Mercury Cafe at 2199 California St. hosts its poetry open mic on Friday from 9:30 to 11:30 p.m. Admission is free, but arrive early to secure a table. Grab a cocktail and enjoy as both amateur and published poets bare all.

A personal favorite is Sofar Sounds, a music events startup company hosting intimate performances at surprise venues across different cities. In Denver, more than 70 events are planned (as of Jan. 25). Choose a show in any of the available Denver neighborhoods. The venues and musicians aren’t initially disclosed, and are only described online as an “incredible secret space,” “downtown views,” “cozy cocktail lounge” and more. The day or so before the show, an email will indicate the physical address. Gigs are usually BYOB — bring your own bottle. Prices typically range from $20 to $26 each.

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The annual free-days calendar offered by the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District has been released for 2023, covering the metro area’s biggest nonprofit institutions, from the Denver Art Museum and Denver Botanic Gardens to the Denver Zoo.

The aforementioned are considered Tier 1 organizations in SCFD’s sales tax-enabled funding, and with another great haul this year — $70.5 million, or a 13.2% year-to-date increase over 2022 — they’re poised to support even more nonprofits.

Here are the highlights for Tier 1 organizations. Some organizations are free every day, such as Broomfield Veterans Museum, Foothills Art Center, Colorado Music Hall of Fame, and the Aurora History Museum, according to SCFD.

Check scfd.org/find-culture/free-days for the full, updated list, and a printable bookmark for the institutions listed below. Most require online reservations, and all events are subject to change or cancellation.

Visit denvergov.org/government/covid-19-information for the latest from the city.

Denver Art Museum free days

• Jan. 10 and 28
• Feb. 14
• March 14
• April 11 and 30
• May 9 and 14
• June 13
• July 11 and 30
• Sept. 9 and 12
• Oct. 10
• Nov. 4 and 14
• Dec. 12

Note: General museum admission is free every day for kids 18 and younger. 720-865-5000 or denverartmuseum.org

Denver Zoo free days

Due to demand, tickets will not be available at the gate. Instead, Denver Zoo runs an online lottery system that will randomly select winners. Potential attendees must register online during a seven-day open lottery period — about two weeks before each date you’d like to select — for a chance to obtain up to five vouchers. 720-337-1400 or denverzoo.org/free-days

• Jan. 6 and 22
• Feb. 5
• April 9
• Oct. 7
• Nov. 7 and 12

Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street and Chatfield Farms free days

• Jan. 16
• Feb. 16
• March 15
• April 22
• June 6
• July 5
• Aug. 15
• Nov. 24

For more information, go to botanicgardens.org or call 720-865-3500.

Denver Center for the Performing Arts free days

There will be $10 DCPAccess tickets for “Laughs in Spanish” and “Hotter Than Egypt” (on sale Jan. 17) and “The Color Purple” and “The 39 Steps” (on sale March 13). Also available are $10 students tickets to Denver Center Theatre Company shows, with ID, and  20% to 50% off tickets for military members (with online code BLUESTAR). 303-893-4100 or denvercenter.org

Denver Museum of Nature & Science free days

• Jan. 9 and 29
• Feb. 6 and 26
• April 30
• June 28* (free only from 5 to 10 p.m.)
• Aug. 16*
• Sept. 6* and 18
• Oct. 15
• Dec. 4

*Free only from 5 to 10 p.m. Free admission does not include IMAX or the Planetarium. 303-370-6000 or dmns.org

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Jan. 1, 2023. While many adults work off their hangovers and sleep deprivation on New Year’s Day, kids are raring to go. That makes it the ideal time to look for free, all-ages and low-cost activities that tire them out while you plot the rest of your day.

One such activity is ice skating at Downtown Denver Rink (Skyline Park), which is completely free — so is Denver International Airport’s, but we’ll let you decide if you want to go anywhere near there — while Aurora’s Southlands and Loveland’s WinterSkate offer cheap skate rentals and time on the ice. Lace up and bring a jacket! Visit our friends at milehighonthecheap.com for details on these activities and many, many more.

Ring in the new year with laughs

Through Saturday. Comedy fans have no shortage of chances to send off the old year and ring in the new this week. Comedy Works is hosting Finnish comic ISMO, Thursday, Dec. 29-Saturday, Dec. 31. Comedy Works South in Greenwood Village is hosting “American Ninja Warrior” host and Denver native Matt Iseman during the same dates which, like downtown’s shows, include a New Year’s Eve package that begins at 10 p.m. and ends with champagne, party favors and a countdown with the comics.

Both runs also feature a rare, all-ages show at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 31. Some shows are sold out; $25 for remaining seats at comedyworks.com. The Denver Improv at Northfield is also offering shows, Dec. 30-31, from stand-up Capone ($27, denver.improv.com).

A (non-holiday) kids musical in Arvada

Through Saturday. This weekend is the last to catch Arvada Center’s production of “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast,” which ends its month-long run on Saturday, Dec. 31. The officially licensed show marks the 30th anniversary of the Disney animated version, with songs from the film as well as “numbers created for the Broadway musical adaptation,” producers said.

It’s directed by Kenny Moten, with musical direction by Jordan Ortman and choreography by Jessica Hindsley. Tickets: $45-$90, with discounted options available. Various times at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. in Arvada. arvadacenter.org

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Ziggi’s Coffee is brewing up two big giveaways in September. On Sept. 7, all educators and school district employees — teachers, principals, bus drivers, custodians and anyone else who has a valid school/faculty ID or other proof of school district employment — can enjoy a free 16-ounce drink of their choice. The offer is available at all locations. Next up, Ziggi’s celebrates the opening of its newest Colorado location in West Arvada at 18168 W. 92nd Lane by offering a free 16-ounce drink from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 17. ziggiscoffee.com

Water World’s Bow Wow Beach Doggie Day

Water World is offering a rare opportunity for furry kids to have big fun with its annual Bow Wow Beach Doggie Day on Sept. 10. Pooches must be at least one year old, leashed during park arrival and exit, and be accompanied by a responsible owner 18 or older. Proof of current rabies vaccination and waivers must be signed prior to entry. Pet parents will also be wagging their tails because admission is only $9.99 per dog. (Pet parents get in for free.) Each timed entry session at 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and noon lasts one hour and 45 minutes. Tickets are only available online. Attractions are closed and owners are not permitted to swim. Remember to bring lots of towels and doggie treats for the wet car ride home. waterworldcolorado.com

Seltzerland

By popular demand, the hard seltzer-fest Seltzerland returns to Denver this fall for more fizzy fun at Overland Park Golf Course (1801 S. Huron St.) on Sept. 10. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., attendees will enjoy an afternoon of tasting more than 100 unique hard seltzers. While sipping on the bubbly, there will be tons of entertainment. Play seltzer pong, lemonade ladder golf and cornhole with your crew, with a DJ providing a live soundtrack in the background. Plus, take fun pics inside the inflatable bubble booth and go home with lots of seltzer swag. General admission and VIP tickets are available starting at $35. Save 20% on tickets with promo code MILEHIGH. seltzerland.com

Electronics recycling event

Got old electronics cluttering your house? If it can be plugged in or runs on batteries, there’s on easy option to recycle it on the cheap. Denver 7 and AAA are hosting an Electronics Recycling Event on Sept. 10 at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park (6000 Victory Way) in Commerce City. The drive-thru event in Parking Lot H runs from 7 a.m. to noon. Cost is $5 per car, with no limit to the number of drop-off items. All things electronic (including small appliances) are welcome. However, there is an extra fee for select items, including TV or CRT monitors. Cash and credit cards will be accepted. thedenverchannel.com

The Urban Farm Fest 2022

The Urban Farm (10200 Smith Road) in Denver opens its gates to all for free for Farm Fest 2022 on Sept. 10. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the farm will be open to the public for self-guided tours. Walk the grounds and explore the chicken coop, goat and sheep pen and rabbit hutch with farm educators. Learn about the farm’s animals and have a chance to get up close and personal with many furry and feathered friends. In addition, there will be kids crafts and games, face painting, storybook time, food trucks and live music. A waiver must be completed before you visit, which can be completed online to save time. theurbanfarm.org

Denver Oktoberfest

The annual Denver Oktoberfest is so large it spans two weekends. This salute to Bavarian heritage features authentic German beer and fare, crafts, music, dance, oom-pah-pah entertainment and more. It runs in the Ballpark Neighborhood from Sept. 16 to 18 and again from Sept. 23 to 25. Raise your glass because there’s big news for 2022: Admission is free with no ticket required. Among the event’s highlights are the stein hoisting challenges, keg bowling and the always-popular Long Dog Derby, where wiener dogs show off their racing skills. Plus, along with the beer, enjoy bratwurst, turkey legs, sausage, sauerkraut, potato salad, warm pretzels and more. Festival hours are 5 to 11 p.m. on Friday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. thedenveroktoberfest.com

Dunkin’s $3 pumpkin drink special

For many restaurants, autumn is the time to “spice up” their menus with seasonal treats and beverages. At Dunkin’, customers can enjoy the warmth of the season with many returning favorites, as well as two new seasonal beverages: the Blood Orange Dunkin’ Refresher and Nutty Pumpkin Coffee. For pumpkin spice fans on a budget, the doughnut shop is serving a medium Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew or Pumpkin Spice Signature Latte for just $3. The bargain beverages are available through Sept. 13. dunkindonuts.com

Superior Chili & Beer Fest

Here’s an event that’s sure to be hot, hot, hot! The Superior Chili & Beer Fest features two live bands, a super-sized kids zone and, of course, lots of chili. The fest is on Sept. 17 from 2 to 6 p.m. at Superior Community Park (1350 Coalton Road). Free chili samples are generously provided by the cooks (including restaurant pros and amateur chefs) and are distributed on a first come-first served basis. Get there early, since samples go fast. For a nominal fee, buy a reusable chili tasting mug with an attached spoon; eat all the chili you want and take home the commemorative cup. Food trucks will be on-site for less spicy (as well as kid-friendly) dining options. superiorcolorado.gov

Smithsonian Museum Day

On Sept. 17, Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day offers free access to hundreds of museums across the country, including 13 in Colorado. Each pass is valid for complimentary general admission for two. (The pass does not include special exhibits, IMAX film screening, parking or other select events.) Among the participating museums in the metro area are American Mountaineering Museum (Golden), Center for Colorado Women’s History (Denver), History Colorado Center (Denver) and Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art (Denver.) Museum hours vary, so plan accordingly. There’s a limit of one admit-two pass per e-mail address. smithsonianmag.com

Meow Wolf’s one-year anniversary

Convergence Station, Meow Wolf’s immersive-art installation, is celebrating one year since opening its doors in Denver on Sept. 17, 2021. To celebrate the milestone, the otherworldly exhibition is hosting Convergiversary Party on Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., an all-ages celebration featuring discounted tickets to Convergence Station, access to an artist village and spectacular surprises spilling out into the parking lot. Tickets are just $15, nearly 60% off the regular admission for Colorado residents. meowwolf.com

Smashburger’s $5 chicken sandwich special

Smashburger may be known for its juicy burgers, crispy fries and cool shakes, but it also serves tasty chicken sandwiches. Through Sept. 30, the restaurant is bringing back its Scorchin’ Hot Crispy Chicken Sandwich for a limited time and at a discounted price of $5 (regularly $8). The offer is available in-restaurant and online via the chain’s site or app. No promo code or coupon necessary. Limit four discounted sandwiches per transaction. smashburger.com

Denver Film membership

Calling all cinephiles, film aficionados and movie lovers. As the only nonprofit theater in Colorado, Denver Film is dedicated to engaging both its members and the general public in a lifelong relationship with film. There’s no better way to support an important local arts organization than by becoming a member. However, paying the annual membership fee upfront can be prohibitive for many movie lovers. Thankfully, Denver Film is now making it “less dramatic” on the budget by offering monthly payments starting as low as $5.50. Members get treated like a star, getting discounted tickets and all-day happy hour at the Sie FilmCenter, as well as early reservations and admittance to the Denver Film Festival. denverfilm.org

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