One-of-a-kind holiday finds
Ceramics and sculpture created by more than 30 members of the Aurora Potters Guild are included in their annual Holiday Pottery Sale on Nov. 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shari Taylor, Tracy Angeles, Skylur Marshall and Judith Snyder are among the talented artists contributing their works. New pieces will be added throughout the day. Admission is free. Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle, Aurora, 303-344-1776,
Purple reign
The Purple Poppy hosts its annual Holiday Open House Nov. 8-10. Holiday discounts, treats and refreshments are included in the Lafayette boutique, carrying “home decor and chick stuff galore.” There’s also a daily $50 gift card giveaway. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. 2850 Arapahoe Road in the Atlas Valley Shopping Center in Lafayette, 303-530-3115,
Handmade treasures
Jewelry, pottery and sculpture is the trifecta of handmade works offered at the three-day Fall 2013 Show and Sale presented by the Colorado Potters Guild. An opening reception — with refreshments — is 4 to 8 p.m. Nov. 7. The sale continues 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Nov. 8 and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 9. New pieces are added daily. First Plymouth Congregational Church, 3501 S. Colorado Blvd.,
Knock on Lakewood for seasonal gifts
The Lakewood Arts Council is gearing up for its annual Holiday Arts & Crafts and Holiday Fine Art Show. Wall-hung fine art, ornaments, glass, wood, gift baskets, food items and more are included Nov. 4 through Dec. 23. A Holiday Open House is 5-7 p.m. Nov. 7. LAC Gallery, 85 S. Union Blvd., Lakewood, 303-980-0625,
Westminster brings out the best
Galleries will be transformed into gift shops for the Historic Westminster Art District’s “Hometown Holidays” happening Nov. 8 through Dec. 24. Shoppers will find countless arts and crafts by local artisans. Don’t miss the Second Saturday Art Walk, Nov. 9 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with refreshments, holidays tunes and specials. Brochures and maps are available at any of the participating galleries. 72nd and 73rd Avenue between Lowell and Bradburn Boulevards, 303-426-4114
Free days this week
Nov. 4: Denver Zoo,
Nov. 5: Children’s Museum of Denver, 4-8 p.m.,
Nov. 6: Molly Brown House Museum,
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