Upcoming Events & Opportunities
Denver Events
Free Movie Night at the Park, Friday, July 25, 7:00 pm, at St. Charles Recreation Center, 3777 Lafayette St, Denver, CO 80205. 🧗 Rock Wall, 🍿 Free Popcorn, 🎬 Movie begins at sundown! Come grab a good spot, enjoy music, snacks, and connect with community partners. It’s a fun, family-friendly night you won’t want to miss!
Senior Fraud Prevention Event, Monday, July 28, 12:00 to 1:00 pm, at the Pauline Robinson Library, 5575 E 33rd Ave. Featured speaker, Lynn Lowe, who is the Senior Resource Navigator for the City Attorney’s Office, brings years of experience working with fraud victims and has helped hundreds of Denver seniors stay safe from scams. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn valuable tips and tools to protect yourself and your loved ones. What you’ll learn: How to spot common red flags, the latest technology scammers are using, practical ways to avoid becoming a victim of fraud. Empower yourself with knowledge and stay one step ahead of scammers! Please email christie@mochoruk@denvergov.org for more information or to RSVP.
Denver Police National Night Out, August 5, 6:00 pm, at City Park Pavilion, 2001 Steele St. Free food, giveaways, police horses, patrol vehicles, robot dog, lawn games, dj, free fishing for kids, and more! For more information, please email Christie Mochoruk at christie.mochoruk@denvergov.org.
Cole Family Nature Club
Evenings al Fresco at the Denver Botanic Gardens, Wednesday, July 24, 5:00 to 8:30 pm. Stroll the beautiful York Street gardens after hours while enjoying live, unplugged performances by talented local Colorado musicians set throughout the lush landscape. Bring a picnic, a blanket, or a chair, and relax as you take in the music and scenery at your own pace. Tickets are $32 and must be purchased in advance; no onsite sales will be available. The event is rain or shine, and last entry is at 8:00 pm. This is an excellent opportunity to unwind, explore the gardens in the golden light of evening, and support local artists in a unique setting.
Movie at the Park, The Sandlot, August 4, at St. Charles Place Park, 3777 Lafayette St., Denver, CO 80205. The movie will begin at sundown, with popcorn and small snacks being provided. Please bring your own blanket or camping chair. Event held by Denver Parks & Recreation.
The Greenway Foundation Cookout at Johnson Habitat, August 9, 3:00 pm
Navigation, Archery, and Fly Fishing up at Lincoln Hills Cares, August 12. Transportation provided!
Kayaking, August 16, 3:30 - 5:30 pm & 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Community Meeting, September 8, details tba
Hike at Elk Meadow Park, September 27, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Keep an eye out for us at the Clayton Community Days every 1st Saturday from June-October!
We will be adding new activities. Please follow us on our social media. Facebook: Cole Family Nature Club. Instagram: colefamily-natureclub.
For more information, please contact: Maggy at 720-707-7051 or Sandy at 720-621-4912.
Volunteer & Ongoing Engagement Opportunities
City of Denver Volunteer Portal
Positions with arts organizations, Parks & Rec, animal shelters, libraries, and more.
Habitat for Humanity Metro Denver
Help build homes, work at the ReStore, or join renovation projects.
Mile High United Way
Back‑to‑School Bash (now through August 3, 2025): Assemble or distribute school supplies.
Day of Caring (September 19, 2025): Join citywide volunteer projects.
Arts & Educational Engagement
Denver Center for the Performing Arts – Community Dance Classes
Inclusive monthly dance sessions inspired by Broadway musicals.
Art Students League of Denver (ASLD)
Free workshops, teen art nights, and pop-up classes for all ages.
Urban Gardening & Local Development
Denver Urban Gardens (DUG)
Access to garden plots, community events, workdays, potlucks, and workshops.
Cole “Cole Train” TOD & Stormwater Projects
Periodic public input sessions on transit-oriented development and infrastructure.