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Bring your furry friends
Animals are welcome at the 2011 Denver Pet Expo from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today at Denver’s Merchandise Mart. Free and open to the public, the indoor event features agility demonstrations, pet-product vendors, entertainment and costume contests. Low-cost vaccinations and microchipping also are available. 451 E. 58th Ave.
SEE
Student-made short films
Today’s Indigenous Film Series installment at 11 a.m. at the Denver Botanic Gardens is a youth program spotlighting two filmmaking programs working with native youths: Native Lens of Seattle and Wapikoni, located in Quebec. Admission is free.
LAUGH
Keep Denver weird
“The Kenny and Kev Variety Show,” featuring Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald from Animal Planet’s “Emergency Vets” and Kenny Passarelli (bassist for Elton John, Joe Walsh and others), includes music, stand-up comedy, Irish dancing, skateboarding pigs, polar bear videos,bagpipes and other fun and funky oddities. 8 p.m. today. The Oriental Theater, 4335 W. 44th Ave.
APPRECIATE
This art is Golden
You’ll find unique art by talented artisans at the Golden Fine Arts Festival. More than 130 artists will display works that include glass, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, fiber art, mixed media and paintings. Free admission and carriage rides, with a kids art zone. Today and Sunday, downtown Golden, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. MOVE
Brit-pop invasion
Night-life veterans launch a new Saturday dance party at Meadowlark, 2701 Larimer St. Brit-pop, glam and soul music set off “Casual,” which begins at 9 p.m. No cover until 9:30 p.m. After that, $5.
GROOVE
Hot music, moves
Get yourself moving to the beat Sunday during the 2011 Summer Salsa Dance Bash at La Rumba. Admission is free. Classes, open dancing and expert performances happen during this 21-and-older event. Food and drinks available for purchase. 3 p.m. to close. 99 W. Ninth Ave. Nilsson and Elana Ashanti Jefferson
