SPOTLIGHT

The 25th annual AIDS Walk Colorado will be on Saturday, Aug. 11 at Cheesman Park in Denver. Helping to honor the occasion will be Denver Mayor Michael Hancock as well as former Colorado AIDS Project client and recent winner of “Project Runway All Stars,” Mondo Guerra. The opening ceremony will start at 9 a.m. and will include a memorable observance marking the 25th anniversary of AIDS Walk Colorado. This year’s warm up will be lead by the Colorado Mammoth Wild Bunch. The 5K (3.1 miles) walk/run begins at 9:30 a.m. To register or volunteer for AIDS Walk Colorado, visit www.aidswalkcolorado.org or call 303-861-WALK (9255).

El 25 anual AIDS Walk Colorado será el Sábado, 11 de agosto en el Parque Cheesman en Denver. Ayudando en honor a la ocasión será el alcalde de Denver Michael Hancock, así como, el ex cliente de Colorado AIDS Project y reciente ganador de “Project Runway All Stars,” Mondo Guerra. La ceremonia de apertura comenzará a las 9 de la mañana e incluirá una celebración inolvidable que marca el 25 aniversario de AIDS Walk Colorado. Se llevará acabo el Colorado Mammoth Wild Bunch. El 5K (3.1 millas) caminata/ carrera comienza a las 9:30 am. Para inscribirse o ser voluntario para AIDS Walk Colorado, visite www.aidswalkcolorado.org o llame a 303-861-Walk (9255).

COMMUNITY

The Downtown Democratic Forum will take place on Friday, Aug. 10 at Le Grand Bistro, 1512 Curtis Street. Phillip Doe, former environmental compliance officer for the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and Wes Wilson, retired scientist, engineer and whistleblower turned activist will speak during the “Fracus about Fracking” themed breakfast. 6:45 a.m. breakfast; program begins at 7 a.m. and ends at 8 a.m. Buffet breakfast is $15 with reservations (honor your RSVP). RSVP: 303-861-8050 or jmasdenver@gmx.com by noon on Wednesday, Aug. 8.

Aurora Veterans Affairs Commission Monthly Meeting will take place at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 9 at Fire Station 11, 2291 S. Joliet Street. Agenda items may include: Ordinance Review, Update of By-laws and Liaisons – Outreach. For more information on the City of Aurora, call 303-739-7000 or go to www.auroragov.org.

The Knights of Columbus, 6769, 6690 E. 72nd Ave. in Commerce City, hosts and All You Can Eat Breakfast every 2nd and 4th Sunday in July and August. The cost is $5 for adults and $2.50 for children 5 to 11. Children 5 and under are free. For more information, call Preston: 303-507-0690.

PERFORMANCES

Unarmed & Dangerous presents an evening with the amazing voices of Strange Americans, Hip Hop artist Chris “Time” Steele, and a special guest appearance by Nick Urata and the Candelabras at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 11 at the Mercury Café, 2199 California Street. Suggested donation $5-$50. A portion of proceeds to benefit Aurora shooting victims.
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Theater Company of Lafayette presents “Comic Con con Comedy.” An action-packed theater adventure of 14 original sketch comedy plays, providing a hilarious take on superheroes, fan conventions, comic books and the people who love them. Performances: Thursday-Sunday Aug. 9 - 19 at Mary Miller Theater, 300 E. Simpson Street, Lafayette. Thursday/Friday/Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. Discount Tickets online: www.tclstage.org. Box Office: 720-209-2154.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Performance of the Mask: Burlesque with poetry readings by Kaela Martin, Sara Century, Nini Di Lisio, Lady Speech, and trumpet by Joe Tobano, will be held Thursday, Aug. 9 at Museo de las America, 861 Santa Fe Drive. 6-6:45 p.m. ladies only lesson and 7-8 p.m. Vivienne Vavoom. Learn some moves, listen to poetry and trumpet, be entertained by Vivienne Vavoom. R.S.V.P.’s accepted to pr@museo.org.

The 2nd Annual Rocky Mountain Music Festival will be held from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 12 at Clement Park Amphitheatre, 7306 W. Bowles Ave. in Littleton. The festival will feature rock, blues and country music, with national legendary headliners: The Charlie Daniels Band and Eric Burdon & the Animals. Ten local bands will play throughout the day, including Denver’s funk sensation Funkiphino. The festival will also have food, art and retail vendors, along with family activities. For more information, visit www.therockymountainmusicfestival.com.

Padres & Jóvenes Unidos junto con Palabra Guerrillera (WORD) organizará un foro comunitario y sesión informativa sobre los cambios en la política migratoria con el reciente anuncio del presidente Obama sobre la acción diferida para dreamers o soñadores. El foro tomara lugar el 9 de agosto a las 5:30 pm en el campus de West Denver Prep, 1825 S. Federal Blvd. Muchos no entienden lo que significan estos cambios y el impacto que tendrá para los jóvenes indocumentados y sus familias. El foro será conducido por el abogado Hans Meyer y la abogada de Padres Unidos Winter Torres. Ellos proveerán la información más reciente a todos los que estén presentes. Para más información llame a Rick Anderson al 612-849-0104.

On Sunday, Aug. 12, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., LiveWell Colorado and BikeDenver will transform 23rd Avenue between City Park and Stapleton into a car-free parkway for all Denverites to enjoy. The street will come alive with walkers, bikers, runners, strollers, dancers, musicians, healthy food enthusiasts and anyone wanting to play in the streets for the day. It’s a tribute to the power of our city’s streets--to get people moving, to bring neighbors together, and to strengthen Colorado’s healthy, active culture. For more info about the event, visit about.livewellcolorado.org/vivastreets.

LiveWell Colorado y BikeDenver se han asociado para brindarles a los residentes de la ciudad el segundo evento anual Viva Streets, que celebra el potencial de las calles de nuestra ciudad para hacer que la gente se ejercite, unir a los vecinos y fortalecer la saludable y activa cultura de Colorado. El domingo, 12 de agosto, de 10 am a 4 pm, la Avenida 23 entre City Park y Stapleton se transformará en una calle libre de automóviles de la que disfrutarán los residentes de la ciudad. La calle se llenará de vida con caminadores, ciclistas, corredores, carriolas, bailarines, músicos, aficionados a los alimentos saludables y quienes deseen jugar en las calles durante el día. Visite about.livewellcolorado.org/vivastreets.

The 43rd annual Wheat Ridge Carnation Festival will be held Friday and Saturday Aug. 17-18 at Anderson Park on 4355 Field Street. Returning to the Carnation Festival this year are many of the favorites like the midway, rides, food, fireworks and a parade. For more information visit www.wheatridgecarnationfestival.org.

Mambo at the Vineyard, A Tribute to Tito Puente will be held at 6 until 10 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 11 at Balistreri Vineyards, 1946 E 66th Ave. in Denver. Salsa Con Jazz, featuring Steve Turre and José Madera. Featuring gourmet tastes from Denver’s finest restaurants! Balistreri Vineyards; will include 2 KUVO Signature Wines, along with 15 other award-winning selections. This is a KUVO signature fundraising event. Make your reservation today by calling 303-446-7614 or at https://secure.publicbroadcasting.net/kuvo/SIGNATURE/form.pledgemain.

The Firehouse Church and Mile High Sports present the 2nd Annual 5K Fun Run/Walk to raise money for Denver North High School (NHS) to be held on Saturday, Aug. 11. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and the Fun Run/Walk will begin at 8:30 a.m. Following the race participants will be treated to a community party with food donations from neighborhood restaurants and businesses. Funds raised will benefit the NHS Booster Club to purchase new bleachers to compliment the newly renovated Football, Track and Field area. For more information, visit: www.denverfirehouse.com/#/firehouse-5k.

The 2012 Denver Pet Expo will take place from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 11 at the Denver Merchandise Mart, 451 East 58th Ave. This free indoor event attracts thousands of pet lovers looking to enjoy a day out with their furry, feathered or reptilian pals! Visit www.denverpetexpo.com or www.facebook.com/denverpetexpo.

The Society of Hispanic Human Resources Professionals (SHHRP) and Denver Public Schools job fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 14 at the Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 S. York St. Contact 720-840-8117 or ronporter28@gmail.com.

The Latin American Educational Foundation is hosting the first annual LAEF Poker Run Motorcycle Ride the morning of Saturday, Aug. 25. The ride starts at Rollins Professional Events Production at 1375 Catamount Drive in Golden at 8:30 a.m. and concludes at the Hawg Back Saloon at 15800 West Colfax. Come ride to help raise money to support higher education opportunities for Hispanic students across Colorado.