New Adventures Respite Saturday
2026-05-02 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Durango Community Recreation Center, 2700 Main Ave, Durango, CO, 81301, United States
New Adventures is an inclusive and safe respite program that gives Southern Colorado children and teens with disabilities ages 6 -18 the opportunity to explore, while providing parents and caregivers with a much-needed break from caregiving duties.

The program lasts 4-6 hours and will take place 1-2 Saturdays per month. Each Saturday, we will host 10-12 children. The program will be staffed with a program coordinator, a registered nurse, an arts and crafts instructor, and local nursing students, ensuring a 1:1 staff:child ratio so that everyone is safe and included. Our senior program manager will oversee all activities.

Program Details:

1-2 Saturdays per month, 4 – 6 hour program.
Located at the Durango Recreation Center, 2700 Main Ave. Durango, CO 81301
Enriching activities such as scavenger hunts, arts and crafts, music, and digital educational games.
1:1 Caregiver to child ratio.
Low cost for families with children receiving benefits such as CHP+ and Medicaid.
Safe and inclusive!
Siblings welcome!

New Adventures also provides parents and caregivers with a much-needed break from caregiving duties and an opportunity to tend to their needs while knowing their children are being cared for in a safe and supportive environment.
Apply here: https://eastersealscolorado.submittable.com/submit/296998/new-adventures-application

Memory Cafe: Memories in the Making Watercolor Painting
2026-05-05 13:30 - 14:30 | Virginia Village Branch Library, 1500 S Dahlia St., Denver, CO, 80222, United States
Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize, relax, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe, you can just be yourself — without worrying about remembering or forgetting.
Theme: Memories in the Making Watercolor Painting
Description: Find the artist within yourself! Our wonderful teacher Jody, will guide you in creating imaginative and colorful watercolor paintings. Everyone is welcome — you don’t need painting experience to participate. Come explore and find joy in the creative process of watercolor!

To request ASL, CART, or other disability related accommodations, contact programs@denverlibrary.org or call 720-865-1111 with a minimum five (5) business day notice.

Before The Window Closes: The Importance of Advance Care Planning for Families Facing Dementia
2026-05-11 13:00 - 2026-05-12 14:30 | Online
This workshop will address the vital importance of completing advance directives including a Living Will and a Medical Durable Power of Attorney in a timely and pro-active fashion for individuals and families impacted by dementia. We will explore the concept of “decisional capacity” as it relates to the disease process, and why it’s crucial for people living with dementia to discuss and document their wishes for future medical care before the window of opportunity closes.
Free to attend (Sponsored by the Colorado Respite Coalition)
Register: https://beforethewindowcloses0526.eventbrite.com

Memory Cafe: Chair Dancing with Reconnect Dance Community
2026-05-12 13:30 - 14:30 | Virginia Village Branch Library, 1500 S Dahlia St., Denver, CO, 80222, United States
Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize, relax, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe, you can just be yourself — without worrying about remembering or forgetting.
Theme: Chair Dancing with Reconnect Dance Community
Description: This workshop will feature beginner-friendly class movement explorations, allowing participants to let go of expectations and dance for fun. No dance experience is needed! Reconnect Dance Community, believes that everyBODY is a dancer’s body.
To request ASL, CART, or other disability related accommodations, contact programs@denverlibrary.org or call 720-865-1111 with a minimum five (5) business day notice.

Autism Resource Fair
2026-05-17 11:00 - 15:00 | Autism Community Store, 14095 Exposition Ave., Aurora, CO, 80012, United States
The Largest Autism Resource Fair in Colorado!
Now in its 13th year, the annual Autism Resource Fair is a favorite Colorado autism community tradition. Nowhere else do so many families and individuals on the spectrum come together with the sole purpose of gathering resources and connecting with providers. THIS IS THE ONE EVERYONE LOOKS FORWARD TO EACH YEAR! The Autism Resource Fair addresses the most fundamental challenges of the autism community: Autism is isolating, resources are scarce, and information is hard to find. With a huge range of service providers and advocacy organizations, burgers and lots of activities for the kids, entire families come to learn and laugh and feel very much part of a supportive community. It’s a magical day and we hope you will join us!

Disability Rights Workshop - ADA Know Your Rights
2026-05-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Atlantis Community Inc, 201 S Cherokee St., Denver, CO, 80223, United States
Join Atlantis Community, Inc. for our Disability Rights Workshop Series. A free, hybrid series designed to help you better understand your rights and how to advocate for yourself.
Upcoming Sessions:

April 16 | 1–4 PM – Disability Law Colorado (Topic TBD)
April 29 | 1–3 PM – ADA: Know Your Rights & Filing a Complaint
May 19 | 1–3 PM – ADA: Know Your Rights

Led by experts from Disability Law Colorado and the Rocky Mountain ADA Center
ASL interpretation provided at every session
RTD bus & Access-a-Ride tickets available
Join in person or virtually
Free to attend!

Memory Cafe: Sage Out & About Choir Performance
2026-05-19 13:30 - 14:30 | Virginia Village Branch Library, 1500 S Dahlia St., Denver, CO, 80222, United States
Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize, relax, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe, you can just be yourself — without worrying about remembering or forgetting.
Theme: Sage Out & About Choir Performance
Description: Celebrate LGBTQIA+ Pride with Sage Out & About, a small choral ensemble affiliated with Sage Singers, the first LGBTQIA+ chorus for older adults in the nation (www.sagesingers.org).

Sage Singers was founded in 2018, with the mission of celebrating the lives of LGBTQIA+ elders through story and song, and serving and engaging the public by sharing their music. Sage Singers holds three concerts throughout the year, while Sage Out & About shares their mission with the larger community. Out & About has performed at libraries, museums, places of worship and more!
To request ASL, CART, or other disability related accommodations, contact programs@denverlibrary.org or call 720-865-1111 with a minimum five (5) business day notice.

Memory Cafe: Air Dry Clay Sculpting
2026-05-26 13:30 - 14:30 | Virginia Village Branch Library, 1500 S Dahlia St., Denver, CO, 80222, United States
Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize, relax, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe, you can just be yourself — without worrying about remembering or forgetting.
Theme: Air Dry Clay Sculpting
Description: Let’s play with air dry clay! During this workshop, you will learn some basic ways to manipulate the materials of air dry clay to create one-of-a-kind sculptures that you can take home.

To request ASL, CART, or other disability related accommodations, contact programs@denverlibrary.org or call 720-865-1111 with a minimum five (5) business day notice.

Angelman Strong Superhero 5K & All-Abilities Fun Run
2026-05-30 09:00 - 12:30 | Memorial Park, 1605 E. Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs, CO, 80909, United States
Calling heroes of every age and ability – we need you! We’re coming together to support something bigger than ourselves — the Angelman Strong Superhero 5K & All-Abilities Fun Run. This is more than a race, it’s a mission — a mission to support those living with Angelman syndrome, a rare condition that affects communication, movement, and learning, but never the strength of the human spirit. Walk, run, or roll — however you move, you move us forward. All proceeds support the Angelman Syndrome Foundation in funding research, clinical care, and transformative family support programs. Being a hero isn’t about superpowers — it’s about showing up. Join us! Together, we are #AngelmanSTRONG
Registration Link: Support.Angelman.org/Colorado2026
Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
Location: Memorial Park, 1605 E. Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Event Schedule:

9 AM Packet Pick-Up & Registration
10 AM Fun Run
10:30 AM Chip-Timed 5K
Post-Race Festivities including Special Guests, Booths, Food Trucks, and Silent Auction until 12:30 PM

Caregiver Conference: A Day of Restoration & Practical Tools
2026-06-03 09:30 - 15:00 | Eagle County Community Center, 20 Eagle County Drive, El Jebel, 81623, United States
Join a free caregiver conference with local aging experts and caregiver presentations. Includes hot breakfast and lunch, giveaways & more!

Caregiver Conference: A Day of Restoration & Practical Tools
Join us for a day of support and connection at the El Jebel Community Center for an informative caregiver conference! We created this free caregiver conference for YOU with a panel of local experts and caregiver presentations. Includes hot breakfast and lunch, with giveaways, keynote speakers, practical tools and new connections.
Breakfast and lunch is free for those who register by 5/27. Registration allowed until 6/2, but food is not guaranteed after the deadline.
The conference is open to all caregivers and professionals who work with older adults and caregivers or individuals living with dementia.
Doors open and breakfast starts at 9:30am and the conference begins at 10am.

Memory Cafe: Colorado Symphony Performance
2026-06-09 13:30 - 14:30 | Virginia Village Branch Library, 1500 S Dahlia St., Denver, CO, 80222, United States
Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize, relax, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe, you can just be yourself — without worrying about remembering or forgetting.
Theme: Colorado Symphony Performance
Description: Join members of the Colorado Symphony as they share the joy of familiar tunes and timeless classics in an engaging and interactive session. Participants will enjoy live music featuring well-known songs designed to spark fond memories and encourage gentle participation through singing, clapping, or simply listening.
This class also includes a Q&A, where the musician will share stories, answer questions, and connect with residents on a personal level. Whether it’s reminiscing about favorite songs or learning more about the music itself, this experience is sure to inspire smiles and meaningful moments. All are welcome to come and enjoy the healing power of music in a relaxed and supportive setting.
To request ASL, CART, or other disability related accommodations, contact programs@denverlibrary.org or call 720-865-1111 with a minimum five (5) business day notice.

ASL Immersion for Families
2026-06-11 08:00 - 2026-06-14 17:00 | Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind, 33 N Institute St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
Save the Date! The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind is offering an ASL Immersion for Families experience on their campus—bringing together families with Deaf/Hard of Hearing children for a week of learning and community.This opportunity includes:– ASL classes and activities– Time to connect with Deaf staff and community members– Panel discussions and cultural experiences– A children’s program with ASL-fluent providersFamily members—including siblings, grandparents, and extended family—are all welcome, with on-campus lodging available for out-of-town participants. For more information, contact: csdboutreach@csdb.org

Guiding Bright Minds 4th Annual Neurodiversity Resource Fair
2026-06-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Denver Academy, 4400 E. Illiff Ave., Denver, CO, 80222, United States
Connect with a community that truly gets it while exploring resources, tools, and supports for individuals and families. Meet professionals, discover services, and enjoy a fun, inclusive day for all ages—plus food, activities, and more! Saturday, June 13, 2026 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Denver Academy (4400 E. Iliff Ave.) Free to attendExplore resources on mental health, ADHD, autism, dyslexia, school supports, and more—all in one place. Bonus: Registered attendees are automatically entered into a raffle for exciting prizes! Learn more & register: https://www.eventbrite.com/…/guiding-bright-minds-4th…You are not alone—come feel seen, supported, and empowered.

"Bee-yond" Family Fun Event
2026-06-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Memorial Park, 1605 E. Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs, CO, 80909, United States
4th Annual Bee-Yond Family Fun Event
June 13, 2026 10:00 AM –4:00 PM
1605 E. Pikes Peak Ave | Colorado Springs, CO | 80910
(720) 333-6755
Admission: Free Admission.This is a free, family-friendly community event open to the public. No tickets are required at the door, and there are no admission fees for youth, students, seniors, or military. Free parking is available. Dog-friendly. More info: www.thebuzzyb.com

Free Yoga for Parents & Caregivers
2026-06-14 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-06-21 09:00 - 10:00 | Advent Health Castle Rock Hospital, 2350 Meadows Blvd, Castle Rock, CO, 80109, United States
I am a parent of a 22-year-old with special needs and want to pass on the gift of Yoga, where you can exercise a bit, clear your mind, and take a break from your everyday challenges.

Take time to breathe and reset
Release tension and improve sleep
Build strength, balance, and resilience
Nurture your well-being

Memory Cafe: Flower Arranging
2026-06-16 13:30 - 14:30 | Virginia Village Branch Library, 1500 S Dahlia St., Denver, CO, 80222, United States
Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize, relax, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe, you can just be yourself — without worrying about remembering or forgetting.
Theme: Flower Arranging
Description: We’ll explore our creativity and celebrate springtime with the art of flower arranging!
To request ASL, CART, or other disability related accommodations, contact programs@denverlibrary.org or call 720-865-1111 with a minimum five (5) business day notice.

Denver Botanic Gardens 50+ Free Morning
2026-06-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Join AARP Colorado for a free morning at Denver Botanic Gardens on June 18.
Wander 24 acres of gardens, discover plants from around the world, and soak in the beauty of this living museum. Stop by AARP Brain Health stations throughout the gardens to explore simple, practical ways to support your brain health.
Bring a friend, take your time, and enjoy a summer morning surrounded by nature, complements of AARP Colorado.
Registration is needed, space is limited. Free entrance will be from 9 am to 12 pm only. Once this event reaches max capacity, a waitlist will be offered.
Entrance to the second floor of the Freyer – Newman Center is included with general admission. Access includes art galleries and a free film in the Sturm Family Auditorium.
Attendees must enter through the Freyer – Newman Center located at 1085 York Street and must check in at the AARP table to receive a bracelet.
Parking & Transportation Please note that parking is limited. A small amount of free parking is available in the parking complex between York and Josephine Streets during regular hours of operation. Limited street parking may also be found in Cheesman Park or Congress Park, where posted. We strongly encourage guests to consider public transportation or other alternative ways to get to the Gardens: – RTD Bus Service: Routes #24 (York & Josephine Streets) and #10 (12th Avenue) provide convenient access to the Gardens. – Biking: The Gardens partners with Bicycle Colorado and Bike Streets to promote cycling as a sustainable transportation option. Bike racks are available at the York Street main entrance. Planning ahead and using alternative transportation helps ensure a smooth and enjoyable arrival for everyone.

Building a Circle of Support: Practical Ways to Ask For and Accept Help
2026-06-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Caregiving is not meant to be a solo act—yet most people struggle to ask for and accept help due to guilt, embarrassment, obligation, fear of burdening others, or a strong belief that they have to “go it alone.” Over time, these barriers can affect both your well-being and the well-being of the person you are caring for—especially when dementia is involved.
In this engaging workshop, we’ll explore the benefits of accepting help, discover how asking for support is a strength and not a weakness, and how to do so with greater ease and self- compassion. We’ll discuss practical ways to create your own circle of support and discover how the skill of asking for and accepting help can promote better balance, protect against social isolation, and build a more sustainable model of caregiving that works better for everyone.
Learning Objectives:

Identify personal and practical barriers to asking for and accepting help.
Understand how asking for support is a strength and not a weakness.
Discover practical ways to create your own “circle of support” to share the caregiving load.
Describe the benefits of receiving help for both the caregiver and the care receiver—especially in cases where dementia is involved.

Free to attend (Sponsored by the Colorado Respite Coalition)
Register: https://buildingacircleofsupport.eventbrite.com

Memory Cafe: Armchair Explorer - Paris!
2026-06-23 13:30 - 14:30 | Virginia Village Branch Library, 1500 S Dahlia St., Denver, CO, 80222, United States
Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize, relax, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe, you can just be yourself — without worrying about remembering or forgetting.
Theme: Armchair Explorer – Paris!
Description: Join us as we go on a journey to the city of Paris from the comfort of our Memory Cafe chairs. During this program, we will explore some unique Parisian sites, sounds, and foods!
To request ASL, CART, or other disability related accommodations, contact programs@denverlibrary.org or call 720-865-1111 with a minimum five (5) business day notice.

Southern Colorado Respite Coalition Meeting
2026-06-23 15:00 - 16:00 | Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment, 3rd Floor, Conference Room C, 101 W 9th St, Pueblo, CO, 81003, United States
Southern Colorado Respite Providers and Family Caregivers: Join us on June 23rd from 3-4pm for the next Southern Colorado Respite Coalition Meeting!

Join in person at The Pueblo Department of Public Health & Environment, 3rd Floor, Conference Room C, or virtually. Reach out to Justin Gage at gagej@pueblocounty.us with questions or to be added to the email list!

PASCO Summer Celebration 2026
2026-06-26 11:00 - 14:00 | Clement Park – Inclusive Playground, 7706 W Bowles Ave., Littleton, CO, 80123, United States
Join Us for PASCO’s Summer Celebration 2026!
We’re excited to invite all PASCO families to our Summer Celebration on June 26th from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM! Come enjoy a day full of fun at Clement Park with Colorado’s largest accessible and inclusive playground, balloon animals, face painting, hots dogs, a coffee truck, and a special dessert! It’s the perfect chance to relax, connect with other PASCO families, and enjoy some well-deserved fun. Bring your loved ones, and let’s make unforgettable memories together!
Location: 7706 W Bowles Ave, Littleton, CO 80123
Please note: This address is for the library at Clement Park. The event will take place just further south within the park. Please do not park in the Library Parking Lot.
Important: Look for the adaptive and inclusive playground. This will help guide you to the event location.

The Spiritual Journey of Dementia: 3 Key Aspects of the Disease, and How to Support Those in Need
2026-06-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
This thought-provoking workshop will help care partners understand the journey of dementia, and how to support those in need within our families and communities.
It will shed light on:

The educational aspects of dementia—what we all need to know about this challenging and misunderstood disease, and how to support those impacted by it.
The practical aspects of caring for someone who is living with dementia.
The emotional aspects of living with dementia, or caring for someone who does.

Kay will weave in stories from her work as a dementia coach and educator to remind us of the importance that spirituality can play in the dementia journey, so that we may work towards creating meaning, mastery, and resilience along the way.
Free to attend (Sponsored by the Colorado Respite Coalition)
Register: https://thespiritualjourneyofdementia0626.eventbrite.com

Memory Cafe: Qi Gong
2026-06-30 13:30 - 14:30 | Virginia Village Branch Library, 1500 S Dahlia St., Denver, CO, 80222, United States
Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize, relax, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe, you can just be yourself — without worrying about remembering or forgetting.
Theme: Qi Gong
Description: Come explore Qi Gong with us! Qi Gong, sometimes called “meditation in motion,” includes slow dance-like movements to improve breathing, reduce stress, and gently move the body.
To request ASL, CART, or other disability related accommodations, contact programs@denverlibrary.org or call 720-865-1111 with a minimum five (5) business day notice.

Memory Cafe: The Art of Clyfford Still
2026-07-07 13:30 - 14:30 | Virginia Village Branch Library, 1500 S Dahlia St., Denver, CO, 80222, United States
Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize, relax, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe, you can just be yourself — without worrying about remembering or forgetting.
Theme: The Art of Clyfford Still.
Description: Join us in exploring the bold and expressive art of American painter Clyfford Still. We will enjoy a relaxing afternoon of creative conversation as we dive into this unique collection.
To request ASL, CART, or other disability related accommodations, contact programs@denverlibrary.org or call 720-865-1111 with a minimum five (5) business day notice.

Night Lights' 15th Anniversary Celebration
2026-07-10 15:00 - 19:00 | Waterstone Community Church, 5890 S Alkire St., Littleton, CO, 80127, United States
Join us for Night Light’s 15th Anniversary Celebration!
Let’s celebrate 15 years of free respite care. FREE Entry! Fun for the whole family.

Wilderness on Wheels Fest
2026-08-01 11:30 - 16:30 | Wilderness on Wheels, 45924 U.S. Highway 285, Bailey, 80421, United States
On Saturday, August 1st, 2026 — we will be hosting a super fun accessible event and we hope you’ll join us. This celebration is going to be even more special because it is the 40th Anniversary for Wilderness On Wheels! Mark your calendars and come out to Wilderness On Wheels to join us.
📌 WOW Fest
🗓️ Saturday, August 1st, 2026
📍 Wilderness on Wheels
✅ Free lunch & Kona Ice
🎶 Live music
🎨 Kindness rock painting
🪁 Outdoor games + Door prizes + Silent auction
Volunteers needed! Please sign up for a volunteer slot to help make this event amazing.

NeuAbility Block Party & Resource Fair
2026-08-01 13:00 - 17:00 | Neuability, 866 East 78th Avenue, Denver, CO, 80229, United States
NeuAbility is excited to invite you to their Block Party & Colorado Day Celebration on August 1st from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM! This special event is more than just a resource fair. It is a day for our community to come together and celebrate togetherness, Colorado, movement, and connection.
They welcome clients, families, caretakers, prospective members, community partners, and anyone within the paralysis community to join us for an afternoon of connection, celebration, and shared resources.
Guests will have the opportunity to connect with local organizations, enjoy fun activities, participate in movement-based activities, and celebrate Colorado Day with NeuAbility. Lunch will be provided, and helpful resources will be shared throughout the event.
We hope to see you there as we come together to celebrate our community and the great state of Colorado!

Memory Cafe: Grand Ambassadors Performance
2026-08-04 13:30 - 14:30 | Virginia Village Branch Library, 1500 S Dahlia St., Denver, CO, 80222, United States
Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize, relax, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe, you can just be yourself — without worrying about remembering or forgetting.
Theme: Grand Ambassadors Performance
Description: The Grand Ambassadors is a band of retiree senior musicians and singers who play those easy-to-sing-along timeless oldies and pop classics providing a dang good time for all.
To request ASL, CART, or other disability related accommodations, contact programs@denverlibrary.org or call 720-865-1111 with a minimum five (5) business day notice.

Memory Cafe: Chair Dancing with Reconnect Dance Community
2026-08-11 13:30 - 14:30 | Virginia Village Branch Library, 1500 S Dahlia St., Denver, CO, 80222, United States
Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize, relax, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe, you can just be yourself — without worrying about remembering or forgetting.
Theme: Chair Dancing with Reconnect Dance Community
Description: Reconnect Dance Community is a physically-integrative dance company. This workshop will feature a beginner-friendly class where participants can follow along with different teacher-led movement explorations, letting go of expectations and dancing for fun. No dance experience is needed! Reconnect Dance Community, believes that everyBODY is a dancer’s body. We’ll celebrate modification of movement and treat everyone as the expert of their own body’s needs. All are welcome.
To request ASL, CART, or other disability related accommodations, contact programs@denverlibrary.org or call 720-865-1111 with a minimum five (5) business day notice.
