Weekend Live!
A Buffalo Bill update
“The Buffalo Bill Story” opens to the public today at the Buffalo Bill Museum in Golden. The exhibit is based on the latest research about the legendary Westerner and showman, and includes rare and never-before-seen artifacts. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Admission is $1-$4; children 5 and younger get in free. 987 Lookout Mountain Road, Golden, 303-526-0744,
Twinkle time
More than 1 million lights shine throughout the Denver Botanic Gardens for this year’s “Blossoms of Light” display. Romantic kissing spots marked by ornate balls of mistletoe, seasonal entertainment, warm drinks and foods are also available. 5:30-10 p.m. daily through Jan. 3. Admission is $6-$9; children under 3 are admitted free. 1005 York St., 720-865-3585, .
At the Movies
A hard landing
George Clooney plays an aging corporate downsizer whose jet-setting, relationship-free life on the road is threatened just when he thinks he’s got it made. “Up in the Air” is where he finds himself. R. 1 hour, 49 minutes.
A team player
Nelson Mandela, in his first term as president of South Africa, initiated a challenge to unite his apartheid-torn country: Get the national rugby team to win the 1995 Rugby World Cup. “Invictus” is the story, starring Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon. PG-13. 2 hours, 14 minutes.
Homebodies
A savory treat
In “Julie & Julia,” out on DVD, blogger Julie Powell’s challenge to cook all of the recipes in Julia Child’s first cookbook is intertwined with the story of Child’s path to fame. PG-13. 2 hours, 3 minutes.
