There's always plenty to do in Denver, but finding fun on the cheap can be another story.
From brew-driven literacy advocation to a technological mental health showcase, here are five fun things to do around town to enjoy for the low, low price of zero dollars.
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Reading Partners' Refer-a-Friend Books and Brews at Baere Brewing!
Grab some friends and join Reading Partners' Refer-a-Friend event this Thursday. 25 percent of the proceeds will be donated to the national children's literacy organization, which provides one-on-one reading support. Attendees will receive a cold brew and one raffle ticket for every friend brought.
When: Thursday, January 24, 5-8 p.m.
Where: Baere Brewing Company, 320 Broadway
Admission: Free
Click here for more details
January Family Game Night
Grab your family and hurry down to the nonprofit arts and literacy facility, Pop Culture Classroom, for a night of games. The organization, which aims to aid the cultivation of critical thinking, puzzle solving and more, will provide free access to board games and video games for those who attend.
When: Friday, January 25, 5-8 p.m.
Where: Pop Culture Classroom, 2760 W. Fifth Ave.
Admission: Free
Click here for more details, and to register
Hooked on Colfax X Johnny Cupcakes Cake Dealer Pop Up Shop
Hooked on Colfax, a local booze spot and coffee roaster, is teaming up with "t-shirt bakery" Johnny Cupcakes Denver Cake Dealer for a unique pop-up event where Johnny Cupcakes will be selling a variety of its new cupcake-inspired attire. In turn, Hooked on Colfax will be serving up an extensive list of crafted coffees, Colorado beers and more.
When: Friday, January 25, 7-9 p.m.
Where: Hooked on Colfax, 3213 E. Colfax Ave.
Admission: Free
Click here for more details, and to RSVP
New Models for Mental Health Care
The National Mental Health Innovation Center (NMHIC) will showcase Executive Director and founder of the NMHIC, Matt Vogl, who will discuss how the treatment, diagnosis and prevention of mental illnesses are being reimagined through virtual reality technology.
Following the discussion, Walter Greenleaf, Director of Technology Strategy at NMHIC, will be conducting a live podcast that touches on how emerging augmented reality technologies can influence behavior.
When: Saturday, January 26, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Where: CU Denver Student Commons Building, 1201 Larimer St.
Admission: Free
Click here for more details, and to register
Legislative Advocacy 101
The Colorado Mental Wellness Network will be hosting a free workshop with former Senator Moe Keller that will focus on the legislative process and teach students how to testify for mental health reform.
When: Saturday, January 26, 1-4 p.m.
Where: Schlessman Family Branch Library, 100 Poplar St.
Admission: Free
Click here for more details, and to register
