Traditional fish printingToday. The “Backyard Explorers” program at The Children’s Museum of Denver takes a look at Gyotaku, or the traditional Japanese art of fish printing, which helped fisherman record their prized catches more than 100 years ago. Participants will creative their own prints as part of this periodic workshop that promotes science, art and cultural awareness. 2:30 p.m. Regular museum admission is $6-$8; kids under 1 are free. Today’s hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 2121 Children’s Museum Drive; 303-433-7444 or .
Hotel Boulderado musicToday. “Music on the Mezz” is a free live-music offering at Hotel Boulderado. Relax and listen to local musicians while taking in the classic ambiance of the hotel’s mezzanine, which is dressed up for the holidays. The featured performer is Christina Olin doing ballads, Brazilian jazz and samba. 5-9 p.m. 2115 13th St., Boulder; 303-442-4344 or .
