Explore identity, storytelling, and creative self expression in zine making with the Denver Zine Library.
Thursday, Sept. 4, 5-6 p.m., Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales
Wednesday, Sept. 17, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Hampden
Saturday, Sept. 27, 1-2 p.m., Bob Ragland
Saturday, Sept. 6, 12-3 p.m., The Shop at MATTER, 2114 Market St.
Create a letterpressed memory inspired by a personal memory with the artists at MATTER. 10 participants max.
Saturday, Sept. 6, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sloan’s Lake Park, 1700 N. Sheridan Blvd.
Honor and celebrate Asian heritage with a weekend of racing (8 a.m.-dusk), food, art, and performances.
Sunday, Sept. 7, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Clyfford Still Museum, 1250 Bannock St.
Explore themes of grief and memory at the intersection of visual art and literature. Registration required.
Monday, Sept. 8, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Hampden
Capture moments from your past and present in this short walk-and-shoot session inspired by Stay True. Bring your phone or camera—no experience needed.
With the Downtown Bookies
Tuesday, Sept. 9, 7-8 p.m., Denver Art Museum, Martin Building, Level 1, Creative Hub, Sky Blue Room, 100 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy.
Friday, Sept. 12, 6 p.m., Lighthouse Writers, 3844 York St.
Tuesday, Sept. 30, 6-7 p.m., Petals and Pages, 956 Santa Fe Dr.
Wednesday, Sept. 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Sie FilmCenter, 2510 E. Colfax Ave.
Watch Bruce Lee’s legendary 1973 martial arts film on the big screen. A post-film conversation with Dr. Ping Qiu (University of Denver) will explore themes of masculinity, media, and cultural identity.
Wednesday, Sept. 10, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Sam Gary
Explore connection, grief, and healing in the story of a boy who bonds with his elderly neighbor while helping his mother clean out a relative’s home.
Friday, Sept. 12, 3-4 p.m., Blair-Caldwell
Build personal playlists and create visual collages using cassette style templates and memory prompts inspired by themes of identity, friendship, and music in Hua Hsu’s Stay True.
Using themes from Stay True, reflect, connect, and write with others navigating poverty, addiction, or housing instability.
Saturday, Sept. 13, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Bob Ragland
Saturday, Sept. 27, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Decker
Sunday, Sept. 14, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Central Library
Discover zines, art, and indie publishing at this daylong marketplace featuring creators from Colorado and beyond. Celebrate DIY storytelling and community in an accessible, welcoming space.
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 7:30-9 p.m., Buntport Theater, 717 Lipan St.
A lively evening of fast-paced mini-presentations inspired by themes from Stay True. Three presenters share personal passions, followed by a Q&A with the audience.
Friday, Sept. 19, 5:30-7 p.m., Wax Trax’s Used Record Store, 638 E. 13th Ave.
Hunt for ‘90s albums mentioned in Stay True on a self-guided scavenger hunt at Wax Trax’s used vinyl shop. Find records, listen in store, and compete for a chance to win a Wax Trax tote.
Sunday, Sept. 21, 3-4 p.m., Hampden
Bring a meaningful object and share its story in a reflective, supportive gathering to connect through the things we carry.
Sunday, Sept. 21, 3 p.m., Levitt Pavilion, 1380 W. Florida Ave.
Celebrate Southeast Asian culture with live music, art, and food in the event featuring Gamelan Tunas Mekar, a Balinese ensemble led by I Made Lasmawan.
Explore memory and meaning through personal objects in this creative writing workshop led by poet Suzi Q Smith. Bring an object and a willingness to reflect.
Sunday, Sept. 28, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Ross-University Hills
Tuesday, Sept. 30, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Blair-Caldwell
