Looking for family-friendly events to keep the kids busy this week?
From a presentation and discussion on what the future of education could look like to holiday shopping fairs, there's plenty to do when it comes to opportunities for learning and fun. Read on for a rundown of what to do this week.
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Moonshot School Launcher Fellowship Showcase
First, take a peek into the future as the next wave of education leaders, from Moonshot Fellows, present what education could look like in the coming years on Thursday at the RedLine Art Gallery. The event is part of the Moonshot School Launcher Fellowship Showcase.
When: Thursday, Dec. 13, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: RedLine Art Gallery, 2350 Arapahoe St.
Price: Free
Click here for more details, and to register
Winter Member Summit: Funding Our Future
Next, the Stand for Children organization is holding a Winter Member Summit on Saturday at Mi Casa Resource Center to inform parents how funding education, especially full-day kindergarten, greatly affects a child's development. The non-profit hopes to ensure every student in the state, despite economic viability, has a pathway to high quality education.
When: Saturday, Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Mi Casa Resource Center, 345 S. Grove St.
Price: Free
Click here for more details, and to register
Union Station Holiday Market
Just in time for the stretch drive of the holiday shopping season, it's the final weekend of the Union Station Holiday Market by Denver Flea on Friday through Sunday at the Denver Union Station. Expect more than 100 vendors, plus music, food and more. Children ages 12 and under are admitted at no cost.
When: Friday, Dec. 14, 5-9 p.m.; Saturday Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 1701 Wynkoop St.
Price: $5
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets
Shop Local Holiday Fair
The Baere Brewing Company is hosting the Shop Local Holiday Fair on Saturday. Shoppers can anticipate local vendors selling jewelry, lotions and creams, craft chocolate and other crafted art items. In addition, the brewery will have merchandise, to-o beer and beer from the tap for purchase.
When: Saturday, Dec. 15, 4-8 p.m.
Where: 320 Broadway
Price: Free
