Posts Tagged ‘ Colorado things to do ’

Astronomy Star Gazing

The Colorado Springs Astronomical Society (CSAS) invites the public to a FREE telescope viewing session on Saturday, October 16, 2010 at Palmer Park, located at the intersection of Academy Blvd and Maizeland Street. CSAS club members setup their telescopes to allow attendees to view objects such as planets, galaxies, nebulas, star clusters and more! Join[continue reading...]



Carbondale Celtic Fest & Octoberfest

Celtic Fest Sláinte! Join your neighbors and friends and toast the Emerald Isle with an evening of bagpipes, beer, and the “Best Legs in a Kilt Contest.” Sample authentic Austrian cuisine, soak up some Celtic tunes, and enjoy a jolly good autumn evening. Music and mugs available beginning at 5:00pm Friday night, October 8th. Jig[continue reading...]



Colorado Crooked Roubaix

On September 11, 2010, Wheat Ridge Cyclery presents an altogether Colorado version of the legendary Paris-Roubaix: The Colorado Crooked Roubaix. Beginning and ending in Winter Park, the 90-mile route promises riders a truly challenging Colorado bicycle tour through some of the most majestic scenery in the state. For additional information and to register, visit the[continue reading...]



A Night of Comedy at the Central City Opera House

September 10, 2010 – the Central City Opera House will host a Night of Comedy with two superstars, Roseanne Barr and Louie Anderson. Make your plans today to be there on Friday beginning at 5:00 p.m. for a Silver Circle Reception meet and greet with Louie. This fundraiser benefits Historic Georgetown, Inc.  At 6:00 p.m.[continue reading...]



Discover the Colorado Night Sky at Lake Pueblo State Park!

Join Lake Pueblo State Park and Walter Russell for an evening of stargazing on Saturday, August 14, 2010. Telescopes will be set up at the Arkansas Point Ranger Station from 8:00 pm until 10:00 pm. Feel free to bring your own equipment, too. Russell will answer questions and talk about astronomy and the science of[continue reading...]



King Tut Access Day at the DAM

People with disabilities have the option to visit King Tut on Access Day, Tuesday, August 24, beginning at 10:00 am. This Denver Art Museum event provides those with disabilities the opportunity to view the King Tut exhibit while it’s less crowded. The lighting will be adjusted to improve visibility and touch kits will be presented[continue reading...]



Grand Mesa Celebrates “Moose Day”, July 31

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. – Western Colorado’s Grand Mesa is home to one of Colorado’s newest moose populations and locals are taking the time to celebrate and learn more about moose on Saturday, July 31. Grand Mesa Moose Day events will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the US Forest Service Visitor Center atop[continue reading...]



BLM Trailhead Provides Access to Colorado’s Largest Bat Colony

MONTE VISTA, Colo. — Easy trail access to one of Colorado’s most fascinating natural wonders – the bat roost at the Orient Mine in the San Luis Valley – has been provided through a team effort of the Colorado Division of Wildlife, the Orient Land Trust and the Saguache Field Office of the BLM-U.S. Forest[continue reading...]



Butterfly Pavilion’s Insectival (an insect carnival)

Come one, come all and experience the strange, the unexplainable, and the unspeakable world of insects at the Butterfly Pavilion’s annual Insectival event. Explore the wonderful world of bugs in their strange splendor at this insect carnival on July 10th and 11th. The event will feature more than two dozen activities including entertainers, carnival games,[continue reading...]



Denver Art Museum – Free First Saturday

Be there for the first Saturday in June when the day at the Denver Art Museum is FREE ! Bring your family and see the exhibits both permanent and temporary throughout the facility. There is so much to see at the Art Museum, and hands-on activity for children as well as games and interactive teaching[continue reading...]