Second Saturday, which highlights local artists and businesses, is one of many upcoming events to help keep busy in February.
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Second Saturday
Feb. 14
Get out and about to see all the art Englewood has to offer on Second Saturday! This monthly event highlights artists and local businesses throughout the city. Each participating business is celebrating in a unique way, ranging from gallery receptions to special discounts to hands-on art classes.
All day, various locations throughout Englewood, for more information visit https://www.easel-co.com/secondsaturdays
Bad Movie Night: Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter
Feb. 17
Celebrate Presidents Day the right way at Koelbel Library with a screening of the classic “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter.” The R-Rated film follows the 16th President of the United States as he discovers vampires are plotting to take over the country, making it his mission to eliminate them.
Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly Street, Centennial registration is free, 6 to 8 p.m., for more information visit https://arapahoelibraries.bibliocommons.com/v2/events
Beginners Embroidery Club: Valentines
Feb. 19
This kid-centered embroidery class will help teach kids and teens the basics of embroidery while celebrating Valentine’s Day. Participants will learn about preparing materials for embroidery, creating a design and practicing a running stitch. They can follow instructions to create a heart or envelope, or learn through artistic experimentation.
Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura Street, Littleton, registration is free, multiple sessions throughout the day, for more info visit https://bemis.libcal.com/calendar/events
Music At the Grill
Feb. 20
South Suburban Parks and Recreation will be bringing local musicians into the South Suburban Bar and Grill every other Friday throughout the year. On Feb. 20, stop by the grill to see Ellie D & Soul Mix, and enjoy food and beverage specials.
South Suburban Bar and Grill, 7900 S. Colorado Boulevard, Centennial, free but space is limited, for more information visit https://golf.ssprd.org/South-Suburban-Bar-Grill
Spring Literary Festival
Feb. 21
Aspiring writers of all ages can spend the day learning and honing their craft at Arapahoe Community College’s annual Spring Literary Festival. The day-long fest will feature speakers from a variety of literary disciplines teaching attendees more about their craft.
Arapahoe Community College, Littleton Campus, 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., registration for community members is $50, for more information visit https://www.arapahoe.edu/events/accs-annual-spring-literary-festival
Monty Python’s Spamalot
Until Feb. 22
Travel back to a time of knights and princesses with Town Hall Arts Center’s production of Monty Python’s Spamalot. The show is a musical retelling of the cult classic film “Monty Python and the Holy Grail,” following King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table as they embark on a quest for the famed Holy Grail.
Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 Main Street, Littleton, tickets starting at $45, for more information visit https://townhallartscenter.org/
Black Pistol Fire
Feb. 23
Anyone looking for a rockin’ night out can make their way to the Gothic Theatre on Feb. 23 to catch Black Pistol Fire, a rock duo from Austin, Texas, by way of Toronto, Canada, featuring Kevin McKeown on guitar and lead vocals and Eric Owen on drums. The duo draws inspiration from bands like Led Zeppelin, Chuck Berry, Nirvana, Buddy Holly and Muddy Waters.
Gothic Theatre, 3263 S. Broadway, Englewood, tickets are $36, for more info visit https://www.gothictheatre.com/
Historic Lincoln Hills
Feb. 25
History buffs looking to learn more about Colorado can join the Honorable Gary Jackson and Dr. Kimberlee Jackson-Butler to hear about Lincoln Hills, a historic resort in Gilpin County that was owned by African Americans. The resort was a mountain retreat for African Americans, whose recreational opportunities were limited by segregation. The resort was host to notable guests like Langston Hughes, Lena Horne and Count Bassie.
Centennial YMCA Center of Generations, 6972 S. Vine St #366, Centennial, free, 4 to 5 p.m., register by calling 720-918-6425
Trivia at Zymos Brewing
Ongoing, Thursdays
Test your knowledge every Thursday at Zymos Brewing. The brewery hosts Noice Choice Trivia each week, with the third Thursday of each month being themed. Prizes are available for top places, and beer shots are awarded for silly and fun team categories.
Zymos Brewing, 5180 S Lowell Blvd, Littleton, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Thursdays, for more info visit https://www.zymosbrewing.com/events
Book Clubs
Ongoing
If you’re looking for a place to connect with fellow readers, Littleton bookstore Spell Books has your back. The store hosts monthly book clubs across a variety of genres, including Fantasy, Small Press & World Lit and even a Random book club. The store also hosts other events, like a Hook & Book and Cocktail Book Club.
Spell Books, 2376 Main Street, Littleton, various times, for more information visit https://www.spellbooksco.com/register-for-classes-events
All Ages Storytime
Ongoing
Bring the kids down to the library for a story time fit for children of all ages. The thirty-minute storytime will be filled with stories and songs to keep kids entertained. The library also offers other storytimes geared towards toddlers and babies.
Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura Street, Littleton, no registration necessary, multiple sessions throughout the week, for more info visit https://bemis.libcal.com/calendar/events