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Latest Colorado Events
| MATRU
KI BIJLEE KA MANDOLA - Hindi Film *Imran Khan, Anushka
Sharma, Pankaj Kapoor | New movie Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola in Denver. Set in the rustic surroundings of a village in Haryana in India, "Matru ki Bijlee ka Mandola" is a comedy-drama about Harry Mandola (PANKAJ KAPUR), a wealthy industrialist who loves his drink, his daughter Bijlee (ANUSHKA SHARMA) and the unusual bond.. Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj
Produced by Vishal Bhardwaj,
Fox Star Studios
Written by Vishal Bhardwaj,
Abhishek Chaubey
Starring Imran Khan, Anushka Sharma, Pankaj Kapoor, Arya Babbar, Shabana Azmi
Music by Vishal Bhardwaj
Cinematography Kartik Vijay
Timings : 1:30p 4:45p 8:10p - Check with theater for any changes. Venue : UA Greenwood Plaza Stadium 12, 8141 E Arapahoe Rd, Englewood, CO Date : 01/11/2013-01/17/2013 1:30p 4:45p 8:10p Contact : http://fandango.com
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| Shri
Shirdi Saibaba Temple of Rockies Weekly Aarthi in
Highlands Ranch | Shri Shirdi Saibaba Temple of Rockies cordially invites everyone to our Thursday Sandhya Arathi. Please find the details below.
Program Details:
6.45 PM - 7.00 PM: Archana
7.00 PM - 7.30 PM: Dhoop Arathi
7.30 PM - 8.00 PM: Shri Sai Satcharithra Reading (Chapters - 45 & 46)
Email us for participation:
bha...@shirdisaiofrockies.org
pras...@shirdisaiofrockies.org Venue : The Recreation Center at Westridge, 9650 Foothills Canyon Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Date : 01/17/2013 6:45pm-8pm Contact : http://shirdisaiofrockies.org
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| Swathi
Thirunal Bi-Centenary Celebrations by Colorado Fine Arts
Association | CFAA is celebrating the Bi-centenary of Swathi Thirunal 2013 is the 200th Anniversary of Maharaja Swathi Thirunal, one of the greatest composers of Indian Music.
On Jan 19th, 2013, CFAA will be presenting a unique program with the participation of community members and professional performers in our midst. Participation Slots: FREE Participation for everyone Register here
All Community Members are invited to attend the event free as long as you RSVP ahead of time. The program will have slideshow presentations, Invited Kriti Renditions by Teachers and Community Participation (based on First Come First Serve registrations) Program Outline
Swathi Thirunal - Life and Times, An Audio Visual Presentation Invited Presentations - Music and Dance (Dramas, Hindustani Music, Kathakali Padams etc..)
Community Presentations - Registered (Registrations Open Nov 19, 2012)
Concluding Presentations
Contact for more information by emailing in...@coloradofinearts.org or call us. Venue : DL Parsons Theater, Northglenn, CO Date : 01/19/2013 3pm-6pm Contact : 720-340-CFAA
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| BAPS
Swaminarayan Mandir Bhoomi Pujan | BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha cordially invites you with your family and friends to celebrate in the presence of Sadguru Pujya Bhaktipriya Swami (Kothari Swami) the joyous occasion of Bhoomi Pujan of the new BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Denver, CO. 2:30-4:30pm - Mahapuja, 4:30-6:30pm Bhoomi Puja Sabha, 6:30pm Arti & Prasad. Venue : Arapahoe County Fairgrounds, 25690 E Quincy Ave, Aurora, CO 80016 Date : 01/20/2013 2:30pm Contact : Piyush Bhai Ashra 720-838-3777 Flyer : Click here to see flyer |  | | |
| Makar
Sankrant Celebrations 2013 by Colorado Marathi
Mandal | Colorado Marathi Mandal celebrates Makar Sankrant 2013.
Venue : Rocky Heights Middle School, 11033 Monarch Blvd, Highlands Ranch CO 80124 Date : 01/20/2013 3pm-7pm Contact : http://comarathi.org
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| Makar
Sankrant Celebration 2013 | RSVP soon: http://comarathi.org
Program highlights:
- Gulpoli, tilgul and kalnirnay gifts to all attendees
- Me Marathi Sangitikaa (musical comedy)
- Bornahn for kids
- Haldi-kunku for ladies
- AnandMela (Indian food fest, games & goodies)
- AnandMela coupons free with RSVP
RSVP soon: http://comarathi.org Venue : Rocky Heights Middle School, 11033 Monarch Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80124 Date : 01/20/2013 3:00 to 7:00pm Contact : http://comarathi.org Flyer : Click here to see flyer |  | | |
| Enjoy
a FREE DAY at Denver Botanic Gardens in York
Street | Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street presents a wide range of gardens and collections that illustrate an ever-widening diversity of plants from all corners of the world. Distinctive gardens define and celebrate our Western identity and a unique high altitude climate and geography. Free days for Colorado residents are held throughout the year at both Denver Botanic Gardens and Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield thanks to funding from the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District (SCFD). Venue : Denver Botanical Gardens, 1005 York Street, Denver, CO 80206 Date : 01/21/2013 9am-5pm Contact : http://www.botanicgardens.org
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| Enjoy
a FREE DAY at Denver Zoo | Enjoy a free day at Denver Zoo with free admission. This is a fun trip to you and your kids. Open every day of the year. Winter Hours (November 2 - February 28) Admissions Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Grounds Close at 5 p.m. Summer Hours (March 1 - November 1) Admissions Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Grounds Close at 6 p.m Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a person 16 years or older. For further information, please call (303) 376-4800. Dont miss one of our most popular Zoo events - feeding time! Venue : Denver Zoo, 2300 Steele St, Denver, CO 80205 Date : 01/23/2013 10am-4pm Contact : http://www.denverzoo.org/
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| Shri
Shirdi Saibaba Temple of Rockies Weekly Aarthi in
Aurora | Shri Shirdi Saibaba Temple of Rockies cordially invites everyone to our Thursday Sandhya Arathi. Please find the details below.
Program Details:
6.45 PM - 7.00 PM: Archana
7.00 PM - 7.30 PM: Dhoop Arathi
7.30 PM - 8.00 PM: Shri Sai Satcharithra Reading (Chapters - 45 & 46)
Email us for participation:
bha...@shirdisaiofrockies.org
pras...@shirdisaiofrockies.org Venue : Trails Recreation Center, 16799 East Lake Avenue, Centennial, CO 80016 Date : 01/24/2013 6:45pm-8pm Contact : http://shirdisaiofrockies.org
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| Shri
Shirdi Saibaba Monthly Aarti at Westridge Recreation
Center/Highlands Ranch | We welcome to participate in Shri Shirdi Saibaba Monthly Aarti by Shirdi Saibaba Temple of the Rockies.
Program Details:
5.00 PM - 5.10 PM: Ganapathi Pooja
5.10 PM - 5.40 PM: Vishnu Sahasranam Parayan followed by Sri Saibaba Abhishekam
5.40 PM - 6.15 PM: Bhajans
6.15 PM - 6.30 PM: Archana
6.30 PM - 6.50 PM: Dhoop Aarti
6.50 PM - 7.00 PM: Update from Sai Team
7.00 PM: Prasad
Email us for participation : bha...@shirdisaiofrockies.org
pras...@shirdisaiofrockies.org Venue : Westridge Recreation Center, 9650 Foothills Canyon Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Date : 01/26/2013 5pm-7pm Contact : http://shirdisaiofrockies.org
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| Indian
Mela 2013 - Festival of Indian Food &
Fashion | DesiShades and Lakeview Evnet Center presents Indian Mela 2013 - Festival of Indian Food & Fashion
on 26th January 2013 11am-6pm at Lakeview Wellness & Event Center, 7864 W Jewell Ave, Lakewood, CO 80232.
Delicious Indian Food Stalls
Custom Mehendi & Beauty Care
Colorful Fashions - Salwars, Sarees, Jewelry
Lot of Fun & Socializing
Door Prizes and Raffles
Entertainment Programs
For details, check with http://www.lakevieweventcenter.com. Also on Facebook Venue : Lakeview Event Center, 7864 W Jewell Ave, Lakewood, CO 80232 Date : 01/26/2013 11am-6pm Contact : http://www.lakevieweventcenter.com Flyer : Click here to see flyer |  | | |
| Pongal
Celebrations By Tamil Association of
Colorado | Now its time to pay tribute to all worthy farmers who feed us daily. The Pongal Cultural program is intended to be free style. The cultural program is abbreviated to 90 minutes.
Followed by games for kids and adults.
Please send your program details to eve...@tamilcolorado.org or on before end of January 4th, 2013.
Lunch: Potluck. Menu will be coming in early January. Venue : East Middle School, 1275, Fraser Street, Aurora, CO 80011 Date : 01/27/2013 10:30 am-5:00pm Contact : eve...@tamilcolorado.org Flyer : Click here to see flyer |  | | |
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a FREE DAY at Denver Museum of Nature &
Science | Enjoy a free day at Denver Museum of Nature & History. Free Days are for Colorado residents only. A fee still applies to IMAX films, and Planetarium shows. The Museum is open seven days a week year-round, with the exception of December 25. Founded in 1900, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science traces its origins back more than a hundred years to one man’s efforts and a little log cabin tucked away in the mountains. Today the Museum continues to evolve, expanding in both size and breadth of activities, as our exhibits, programs, research, and collections continue to offer opportunities for discovery. Venue : Nature & Science Museum, 2001 Colorado Boulevard, Denver, Colorado 80205 Date : 01/28/2013 9am-5pm Contact : http://www.dmns.org
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| Enjoy
a FREE DAY at Denver Botanic Gardens at
Chatfield | Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield is a picturesque nature preserve among the grasslands, ponds and cottonwood banks of Deer Creek. Facilities include nature trails, a wildlife observation area, display gardens, educational exhibits, a historical farm, a 19th century one-room schoolhouse, working beehives and picnic areas. Check out our new Deer Creek Discovery children’s area, which includes a whimsical tree house and a water feature. Free days for Colorado residents. No visitors admitted after 4:30pm. Venue : Denver Botanical Gardens, 8500 Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton, CO 80128 Date : 02/01/2013 9am-5pm Contact : http://www.botanicgardens.org
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a FREE DAY at Denver Art Museum | Denver Art Museum preserves the ancient and modern art from different parts of the world. On the first Saturday of every month, you can enjoy our art collections and non-ticketed exhibitions without spending a dime! Free general admission does not include ticketed exhibitions, which require a fee. Free tickets are available on-site starting at 10 am. Venue : Denver Art Museum, 100 W 14th Ave, Denver, CO 80204 Date : 02/02/2013 10am-5pm Contact : http://www.denverartmuseum.org
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| Enjoy
a FREE DAY at Denver Zoo | Enjoy a free day at Denver Zoo with free admission. This is a fun trip to you and your kids. Open every day of the year. Winter Hours (November 2 - February 28) Admissions Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Grounds Close at 5 p.m. Summer Hours (March 1 - November 1) Admissions Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Grounds Close at 6 p.m Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a person 16 years or older. For further information, please call (303) 376-4800. Dont miss one of our most popular Zoo events - feeding time! Venue : Denver Zoo, 2300 Steele St, Denver, CO 80205 Date : 02/03/2013 10am-4pm Contact : http://www.denverzoo.org/
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| Enjoy
a FREE DAY at Denver Zoo | Enjoy a free day at Denver Zoo with free admission. This is a fun trip to you and your kids. Open every day of the year. Winter Hours (November 2 - February 28) Admissions Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Grounds Close at 5 p.m. Summer Hours (March 1 - November 1) Admissions Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Grounds Close at 6 p.m Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a person 16 years or older. For further information, please call (303) 376-4800. Dont miss one of our most popular Zoo events - feeding time! Venue : Denver Zoo, 2300 Steele St, Denver, CO 80205 Date : 02/04/2013 10am-4pm Contact : http://www.denverzoo.org/
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| Enjoy
a FREE DAY at Denver Museum of Nature &
Science | Enjoy a free day at Denver Museum of Nature & History. Free Days are for Colorado residents only. A fee still applies to IMAX films, and Planetarium shows. The Museum is open seven days a week year-round, with the exception of December 25. Founded in 1900, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science traces its origins back more than a hundred years to one man’s efforts and a little log cabin tucked away in the mountains. Today the Museum continues to evolve, expanding in both size and breadth of activities, as our exhibits, programs, research, and collections continue to offer opportunities for discovery. Venue : Nature & Science Museum, 2001 Colorado Boulevard, Denver, Colorado 80205 Date : 02/11/2013 9am-5pm Contact : http://www.dmns.org
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| Women's Empowerment Gatherings with
Heidi Nordlund | Awaken and empower yourself with these playful classes developed to help women discover, express and live by their true Self.
A safe environment is created to get in touch with your inner feminine power and radiant beauty through a collaboration of music, yoga, authentic expression and celebration of the Divine Feminine.
Three Saturdays on February 16 and 23, and March 2.
Offered through Longmont Recreation Center 303-651-8404. Venue : Izaak Walton Clubhouse, 18 S. Sunset St., Longmont, CO 80501 Date : 02/16/2013-03/02/2013 10 AM - 12.30 PM Contact : http://www.ci.longmont.co.us/rec/fitness/index.htm
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| Enjoy
a FREE DAY at Denver Botanic Gardens in York
Street | Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street presents a wide range of gardens and collections that illustrate an ever-widening diversity of plants from all corners of the world. Distinctive gardens define and celebrate our Western identity and a unique high altitude climate and geography. Free days for Colorado residents are held throughout the year at both Denver Botanic Gardens and Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield thanks to funding from the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District (SCFD). Venue : Denver Botanical Gardens, 1005 York Street, Denver, CO 80206 Date : 02/18/2013 9am-5pm Contact : http://www.botanicgardens.org
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| Enjoy
a FREE DAY at Denver Zoo | Enjoy a free day at Denver Zoo with free admission. This is a fun trip to you and your kids. Open every day of the year. Winter Hours (November 2 - February 28) Admissions Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Grounds Close at 5 p.m. Summer Hours (March 1 - November 1) Admissions Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Grounds Close at 6 p.m Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a person 16 years or older. For further information, please call (303) 376-4800. Dont miss one of our most popular Zoo events - feeding time! Venue : Denver Zoo, 2300 Steele St, Denver, CO 80205 Date : 02/21/2013 10am-4pm Contact : http://www.denverzoo.org/
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