SoHa Happenings in Colorado

Per The Lone Tree Arts Center web site... The Lone Tree Arts Center will unveil season announcements in late March 2011 and tickets will go on sale in April 2011. To receive Arts Center announcements on programming and community events, sign up to receive the monthly Arts Center electronic newsletter. The Arts Center is now accepting facility rental applications. Visit www.cityoflonetree.com/artscenter for a rental rate sheet and eNewsletter registration form. Stay tuned for details!!

The Toy Shop!. A group of toys are off to an unknown destination in this original production performed by the Greenwood Village Theater Camp. When: Wed, 12/22, 3p For Who: All Ages Cost: Free! Where: City of Greenwood Village, 6060 South Quebec St., Greenwood Village, CO 80111. Questions? 303-486-5773 and http://www.greenwoodvillage.com/ Registration required: 303-486-5773

Greenwood Village Theater Camp . Greenwood Village is looking for young actors to become toys in the original production of "The Toy Shop!" Find out which toy your child could be. Camp culminates in a performance "The Toy Shop!" on Wed, 12/22 3-4p. When: Mon, 12/20 - Wed, 12/22; Mon, 12/20 and Tue, 21/21, 10a-1p; Wed, 12/22, 10a-4p For Who: Ages 6 to 12 Cost: $50; please bring a sack lunch, drinks will be provided Where: City of Greenwood Village, 6060 South Quebec St., Greenwood Village, CO 80111. Questions? 303-486-5773 and http://www.greenwoodvillage.com/ Registration required: 303-486-5773

Art Critique . Spend the afternoon with Mark Nelson, artist and instructor learning how to critique artwork; a great way to learn how to improve your work. Bring two of your own original pieces. When: Mon, 12/13, 2p Cost: $15 Where: Curtis Arts & Humanities Center, 2349 East Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80121. Questions? 303-797-1779 and http://www.greenwoodvillage.com/ Registration required: Call 303-797-1779

An Insider’s Look at Puppet Culture . Bob Aiken, designer, performer, and teacher provides an inside look at four puppet cultures. Watch as the puppets live through their puppeteer in their own unique and colorful ways. When: Sat, 12/11, 1p For Who: All Ages Cost: FREE! Where: Curtis Arts & Humanities Center, 2349 East Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80121. Questions? 303-797-1779 and http://www.greenwoodvillage.com/ Registration required: Call 303-797-1779

Puppet Making Workshop . Bob Aiken teaches the process of making hand-puppets, using a wide selection of materials and tools. Students make their own puppets to enjoy! When: Sat, 12/11, 10a For Who: Ages 6 to 12 Cost: FREE! Where: Curtis Arts & Humanities Center, 2349 East Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80121. Questions? 303-797-1779 and http://www.greenwoodvillage.com/ Registration required: Call 303-797-1779

What’s Next for Art? Hear Mark Nelson complete his 20th Century Art Lecture series with a look at current artists and their works. When: Th, 12/9, 6p Cost: $5 Where: Curtis Arts & Humanities Center, 2349 East Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80121. Questions? 303-797-1779 and http://www.greenwoodvillage.com/ Registration required: Call 303-797-1779

Games with Gina Oldenberg. Join Gina Oldenberg, Dir/Owner, Creative Expressions, for interactive games for parents and kids. When: Th, 12/9, 10-11a For who: Ages 3 to 6 Cost: FREE! Where: Curtis Arts & Humanities Center, 2349 East Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80121. Questions? 303-797-1779 and www.greenwoodvillage.com Registration required: Call 303-797-1779

Holiday Cookie Decorating . Let cooking instructor Linda Jo Warner show you how to make and decorate your favorite traditional holiday cookies. When: Th, 12/2 & 12/9, 4-6p For who: Ages 6 to 12 Cost: $10 for each class Where: Curtis Arts & Humanities Center, 2349 East Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80121. Questions? 303-797-1779 and http://www.greenwoodvillage.com/ Registration required: Call 303-797-1779

Story Telling . Listen to Koelbel Library story tellers and then do your own art activities. When: Wed, 12/15; 10a for Ages 3-6; 4p for Ages 7-12 For Who: Age groups 3-6 and 7-12 Cost: FREE! Where: Curtis Arts & Humanities Center, 2349 East Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80121. Questions? 303-797-1779 and www.greenwoodvillage.com Registration required: Call 303-797-1779

History of the Curtis Center. Learn about the Curtis Center through interactive activities and historical artifacts, and view the Greenwood Village Art Collection. When: 11/16-12/29. Gallery Hours: Tu, We, Fr 10a-5p; Th 10a-7p; Sat, 12/20, 10a-2p. Closed Su, Mo and National Holidays. For Who: All Ages Cost: FREE! Where: Curtis Arts & Humanities Center, 2349 East Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80121. Questions? 303-797-1779 and www.greenwoodvillage.com Registration required: Call 303-797-1779

The Giraffe That Taught Me How To Laugh is the culmination of Jon Jon Lannen’s love for the soul’s art of improvisation. This uplifting story begins with a young boy who tassels his way through the jungle to meet the giraffe that taught him how to laugh. Life, the giraffe, becomes one of the most beautiful influences in the young boy’s life by teaching him the basics of improv. The giraffe’s love and understanding for the art is contagiously caught by the young man, which creates beautiful scenes and understanding of character. The journey of The Giraffe That Taught Me How To Laugh will stick with you, whether you’re a seasoned actor or a child. Improvisation is bliss. Yes. And. Find it at your local bookseller, or... Click here to purchase The Giraffe That Taught Me How To Laugh on Tattered Cover. Click here Click here to purchase The Giraffe That Taught Me How To Laugh on Powell's. Click here to purchase The Giraffe That Taught Me How To Laugh on Authorhouse. Click ...

Monologue Mania Improv & Theater Workshop with Jon Jon Lannen : gain insight into the beauty of delivering powerful monologues. This workshop dives into dramatic, comedic, and other styles of monologues and provides intimate feedback. Your instructor, Jon Jon Lannen, a producer, director, touring author, actor, and teacher offers you insight into the world of theater and improv and about how different views of solo acting can lead to a powerful, moving stage presence. Wear comfy shoes and be ready to move. When: Sat, Dec 18 · 12:00p - 2:00p Where: 8310 South Valley Highway, Suite 300, Centennial, Colorado 80112 (Click here for a map!) Cost: $50. Registration: http://jonjonlannen.webs.com/signup.htm . Register soon - 15 person maximum. Questions? 347.635.5752 or jonjon.andco@gmail.com

A Christmas Carol 2010 presented by Parker Arts Council When: Sat, Nov 27 - Sun, Dec 19 Where: 5500 Boatworks Drive, Highlands Ranch (map) Cost: $10 - purchase tickets online Questions? 303.840.5406 www.parkerartscouncil.org/Holiday_Production.html

Meet Kay and Doug Gross... Kay combines her glass work with Doug’s steel to create unique glass and metal table sculptures, wall pieces and jewelry. and a bonus - it’s also the annual Southlands Holiday Lighting ceremony which should make for a great evening out! When: Saturday, Nov. 20th starting at 5:00 p.m. Where: Artistica Gallery (Just around the corner from Tillys) at Southlands Mall Things to Know: wine and cheese will be served at the gallery Contact: Parker Artists Guild

Skanson Strings presents classical, Spanish, and modern music for a young audience. Experience classical guitarist and composer Darren Curtis Skanson and his cello and violin ensemble. When: Sunday, Nov 21 at 3p Where: Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249 Ridgegate Circle, Lone Tree Cost: $1 per person; Ages 2 & under FREE but must sit on a lap - pay at the door Questions? Call 303-708-3513

Heritage Fine Arts Guild Show thru Tuesday, 11/30 Media includes watercolor, oil, mixed, acrylic, and collage Bemis Public Library : Google Map 6014 S. Datura St. Littleton, CO 80120 Hours: M-Th 9a-9p; F-Sa 9 a-5 p; Su 1-5p 303-795-3961

2nd Annual Hudson Holiday Winter Lighting Spectacular As described on its site: " Voted Best Holiday Lighting by Denver’s Westword Magazine, Hudson Holiday is an annual lighting extravaganza presented in collaboration with The Hudson Gardens and Event Center. Designed by MOA Wizard in Residence, Lonnie Hanzon, Hudson Holiday has been described as a technically and aesthetically unique experience. While there treat yourself and loved ones to a horse drawn carriage ride around the gardens and the magical frost island...." <Click for more details> Where: Hudson Gardens, Littleton CO. Click for map and directions   When: 11/19/2010 thru 1/2/2011 Cost: $9 Adult; $8 Senior (60+); $6 Kids (4-12); FREE Kids (3 & under) Click to buy tickets online (for an additional fee)

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Terri Barton Gregg's Latest Stand-Up Performance If you know Terri, you know she's a very funny lady... go see her on stage!! Yes, we know she's performing in NoHa (North of Hampden aka Denver) but go support her any way. Where: Downtown Comedy Works When: Wednesday November 10, 2010 @ 8p; doors open at 6:45 pm At: 1226 15th. St. Denver, Co. Between Lawrence St. and Larimer St. Admission: FREE !!! when you mention Terri's name and tell the ticket agent to put you and your friends on Terri Barton Gregg's guest list. Your admission will be complimentary. Reservations: 303-595-3637. Please call soon this show sells out quickly.

Parker Chorale :: A Holiday Gift of Song Where: Parker United Methodist Church, Parker, CO When: Friday, 12/10/2010 at 7pm How much: $7 per person online Buy tickets online: http://parkerchorale.org/BuyTickets.aspx Details: info@parkerchorale.org or 303.840.7757