Today-Sunday. There are only two weeks left to see “Letters to Home,” an original production of the Hunger Artists Ensemble Theatre. Back by popular demand, the reader’s-theater show uses real letters from American soldiers in conflicts from the Civil War to Desert Storm.
Directors Maggie Stillman and Deni-Marie Warren worked closely with the Colorado Historical Society, compiling the letters so audiences can hear the soldiers’ stories unfold. Because of the subject matter, the show is probably best for teens and adults. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 6 p.m Sundays. The Byers-Evans House Museum, 1310 Bannock St.; 303-620-4933. Seats are $16 for adults and $14 for students, seniors, military, wheelchair patrons and Historical Society members.
For Thursday shows, two tickets are $16. To order tickets in advance, call 303-893-5438. The show runs through July 5.
Sunday. Just in time for the Fourth of July, the University of Colorado’s American Music Research Center presents its fourth Great American Sing-Along on Sunday. Titled “Something Old, Something New: Songs That Bring Us Together,” the program features folk favorites from all over the country. Storyteller and teacher Bett Kopit, along with pianist Robert Farr, will lead the audience in belting out vintage tunes.
The concert is dedicated to Wayne Scott, a professor emeritus at the University of Colorado College of Music. 4 p.m. Sunday. Grusin Music Hall in the Imig Music Building, 18th Street and Euclid Avenue, Boulder. Admission is free, but a $5 donation is suggested.
Saturday. Kids can help Rover the Home Safety Hound sniff out danger when the Great Safety Adventure makes a stop in Lakewood on Saturday.
Presented by the Home Safety Council, the Adventure takes place in an animated “house” — a semi trailer that unfolds to replicate a 1,000-square- foot home. Rover leads the way through and teaches children to spot common household problems — like cleaning supplies within reach or electrical appliances near water — and ask an adult for help.
After a lesson on fire safety, the kids are officially dubbed “Safety Rangers.” 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. The parking lot at Lowe’s, 10555 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood. Free.
Saturday.The Tattered Cover Book Store moved into the revamped Lowenstein Theater in 2006, and on Saturday it celebrates its second anniversary in the space with a family-friendly party.
Contemporary Irish folk band Colcannon will perform to mark the day, featuring songs from its latest album, “The Pooka and the Fiddler and Happy as Larry.” Based on two stories written by band member Mick Bolger, the songs spin whimsical yarns well-suited to imaginative little ones and big ones alike. 10 a.m. Saturday. The Tattered Cover Colfax Avenue, 2526 E. Colfax Ave.; 303-322-7727. Free.
Saturday. Along with swimming pools, movie theaters are one of the best places to beat the summer heat. On Saturday, head for the air conditioning at Starz FilmCenter for a showing of “Care Bears Ups-and-Downs.” The 45-minute feature tells two fun tales of the Care Bears, those lovable fluffballs of friendship. And since the movie’s free, you’ll have some extra cash for treats. 10:30 a.m. Saturday. Starz FilmCenter, 900 Auraria Parkway; 303-595-3456. Free.
