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Prize Patrol
Watching a film at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science Phipps IMAX® Theater is not your typical trip to the movies — it’s an opportunity to be transported to places few have ever experienced. Whether you’re on a journey to an ancient civilization or an active volcano, the four-and-a-half-story-tall IMAX® screen fills your eyes with crisp, vivid images, and the theater’s 58 speakers surround you with clear digital sound, giving you the feeling of being immersed in the action you see on screen without ever having to leave the comfort of your seat.
We're giving away a four-pack of tickets good for any IMAX® showing. The first person to email the correct answer to the trivia question below wins:
Where does the name IMAX® come from?
Email: newsletter@denvermagazine.com
*Must claim prize in person at the Denver Magazine office (1610 Wynkoop St., Ste. 400).
Phipps IMAX® Theater
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
2001 Colorado Blvd.
303.322.7009
dmns.org
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Stand with Haiti | Partners in Health
If you haven’t done your part to support the victims of the tragedy in Haiti, join TAG restaurant today to give back. TAG will donate 20 percent of lunch and dinner sales to Stand with Haiti | Partners in Health. PIH works to bring modern medical care to poor communities in nine countries around the world and has worked on the ground in Haiti for more than 20 years.
Wednesday, January 20, 11:30 am – 2 pm & 5 – 10 pm
TAG
1441 Larimer St.
303.996.9985
tag-restaurant.com
standwithhaiti.org/haiti
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CultureHaus Gala 2010
Expand your appreciation of fine art with the Denver Art Museum’s educational extension for young professionals. CultureHaus is a unique resource that opens doors to Denver’s vibrant arts scene and connects its members through exclusive events throughout the year. This year’s banner event will offer cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and live entertainment while guests enjoy the Embrace! installation by John McEnroe at the DAM.
Tickets: $40 (members), $50 (nonmembers)
Saturday, February 6, 7 pm
CultureHaus, Denver Art Museum
100 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy.
720.913.0130
culturehaus.com
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Boulder International Film Festival
Now in its sixth year, the Boulder International Film Festival is turning into a major destination on the film-festival circuit. BIFF is presented by the Colorado Film Society and is dedicated to providing the large, urban, film-hip audiences of the Boulder/Denver metro areas with an early look at the best new films in international cinema along with conversations with directors, producers, and actors; world-class food; parties; and an opportunity to rub elbows with filmmakers in a winter wonderland. Don’t miss the festival’s closing night, which will honor the legendary Alec Baldwin with the Award of Excellence. The evening’s tribute to Baldwin will include a film retrospective of his work followed by a Q&A with the man himself.
February 11 – 14
To purchase tickets and for a full schedule of events and screenings, call 303.449.2283 or visit biff1.com.
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Museo de las Americas La Malagua Exhibition
Immerse yourself in Mexican art with the Museo de las Americas’ newest installation. La Malagua features the talent of five artists from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico: Jessica Felix, Sergio Martinez, Fernando Sanchez, Miguel Perez, and Ireri Topete. Curated by Maruca Salazar, the exhibition changes the rules of the Mexican Loteria, a traditional card game, and highlights the Malagua card, which stands for the jellyfish. Exhibition runs through June.
Opening reception: Thursday, February 4, 6 pm
Museo de las Americas
861 Santa Fe Dr.
303.571.4401
museo.org
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Autism Education Week
Governor Ritter and Mayor Hickenlooper have dedicated an entire week in support of autism education. Two events next week will benefit the Autism Society of Colorado:
Autism Chronicles
A live theater performance will weave together stories about individuals and families living with autism.
Sunday, January 31, 2 pm
Gates Theater, Newman Center
2344 E. Iliff Ave.
HBO Film Premiere: Temple Grandin
Temple Grandin (played by Claire Danes) tells the true story of the Fort Collins scientist whose own autism allowed for her unique insights into the behavior of animals.
Wednesday, February 3, 6 pm
Denver Museum of Nature and Science
2001 Colorado Blvd.
Autism Education Week:
January 31 – February 6
To purchase tickets,
720.214.0794, x19
autismcolorado.org
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Little Star Gallery
Join Little Star Gallery and New Genesis for a private shopping night filled with fine art for the home, one-of-a-kind jewelry, and unique clothing. Little Star Gallery will donate 10 percent of all sales the entire day to New Genesis, a nonprofit dedicated to aid the working homeless in our community. Enter to win one of two $200 gallery gift certificates. Raffle tickets will be available for five dollars (or five for $20) at the event or in advance. Winners do not need to be present to win, and all proceeds will benefit New Genesis.
Saturday, January 30, 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Little Star Gallery
200 Violet St., Golden
303.278.3510
littlestarfineart.com
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Nordstrom “Winterize Your Skin”
The elements of winter weather can take a toll on your skin. Learn the essentials to protecting your skin and treat yourself with a new regimen of products. The experts at Nordstrom will educate you on the latest breakthroughs and innovations in skincare where you will learn how to look your radiant, rejuvenated best. RSVP is recommended for one-on-one consultations.
Click here to RSVP to this event.
Friday, January 22 & Saturday, January 23, 10 am – 6 pm
Nordstrom Cherry Creek Shopping Center
2810 E. 1st Ave.
720.746.2424
shop.nordstrom.com
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Third Annual Miryam Brand Holocaust Film Project
Join the Mizel Museum for a community screening of We Must Remember. A product of the Miryam Brand Holocaust Film Project, this documentary follows 16 high school students on a life-changing journey along the present-day sites created by the Nazi regime. The evening also includes a Q&A with two of the students and the filmmakers' teacher, Doug Green, after the screening.
Tickets: $12 (advance), $15 (door), free for students and educators
Saturday, January 23, 7 pm
University of Denver, Davis Auditorium in Sturm Hall
2000 E. Asbury Ave.
303.871.3013
mizelmuseum.org
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