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Attend a Program

While many of our programs take place in schools and closed community settings, we do host a number of public facing programs throughout Colorado. We hope you’ll join us for any of the below upcoming programs!

We also invite you to explore our Teaching Artist Updates page to learn more about our incredible teaching artists and their activities beyond Think 360 Arts programming. This page features information regarding recent and upcoming exhibitions, performances, and other news from our teaching artists each month.

Teaching Artist Updates & Events Page

Upcoming Think 360 Arts Community Events

Our 2025 Community Block Party will take place May 10th from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at 40 West Gallery (6501 W Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80214). Attendees will enjoy live music, hands-on art activities, light refreshments, and an inspiring art exhibition featuring Creative Aging participants. This event is FREE but registration is required. Attendees can RSVP HERE.

We invite you to support our Creative Aging fundraiser, which is raising essential funds to keep this transformative program alive. Your donation not only supports older adults through the arts—it also enters you into our exclusive giveaway!

🎟 $30 donation = 1 entry
🎟 $50 donation = 3 entries (No limit on entries!)

Attendees can make your donation in advance HERE or at the event. Giveaway tickets will be provided at check-in. 

Prize packages include:

 

  • Art of Wellness Package – Acupuncture treatment with Diana of Opal Acupuncture, in-home Myer’s Cocktail IV treatment, and a facial - $355 value!
  • Culinary Arts Package – $100 in dining at Annette Restaurant & a fresh homemade sourdough loaf - $120 value!
  • Art of Self Care Package – Headshot portrait session with Dona Laurita & a private introductory session at Arc Pilates - $400 value!
  • Art Field Trip Package – Skyspace experience for 25 in Green Mountain Falls - $400 value!
  • Art Appreciation Package – Boulder eBike Mural Ride for two with Wall to Wall Boulder - $190 value!
  • Theatre Package – Two tickets to a live show at Town Hall Arts, Littleton, Colorado - $84 value!

Making Meaning: The Transformative Art of Creative Aging
On view May 2 – June 1, 2025
40 West Gallery | Lakewood, Colorado

Co-curated by Dona Laurita and Daisy Fodness-McGowan
Presented by Think 360 Arts for Learning

Celebrate the power of creativity at every stage of life in this inspiring, multidisciplinary exhibition featuring works by teaching artists and older adult participants from Think 360 Arts’ Creative Aging program, as well as special featured artist Irene Delka McCray’s award-winning “Mother” series. Through visual art, music, dance, storytelling, and writing—plus photos, video, and artist reflections—Making Meaning invites you into the heart of a growing national movement that combats social isolation and affirms the transformative role of the arts in healthy aging. Artists featured: Andrea Asali, Irene Delka McCray, Brenda Jones, Bob Hall and Chelle Gifford/Kusogea Nobi Drumming Ensemble, Pavia Justinian, Dona Laurita, Tony Ortega, David Reuille, Elizabeth Stanbro and more to be announced.

Opening Reception:
Friday, May 2, 6:00–9:00 PM (First Friday Art Walk)

Gallery Hours:
Wednesday–Thursday: 12–4 PM
Friday: 12-4 & 6–9 PM
Saturday–Sunday: 12–5 PM

Location:
40 West Gallery | 6501 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood, CO. 80214
Part of the 40 West Arts District 

Learn more HERE.

We are excited to announce The Creative Capitol: Art of Teaching Artistry, now on view at the Colorado State Capitol! This exhibition celebrates 18 of our incredible teaching artists, who not only inspire students of all ages but also continue to grow in their own creative practices. Teaching artistry is more than just a job–it’s a calling.

The exhibition runs from February 2025 through August 2025.

  • Learn more about the exhibit HERE.

Presented by Colorado Creative Industries and curated by Daisy Fodness-McGowan, Executive Director of Think 360 Arts.

Upcoming Public Programs

April

Community Programs

Explore early learning activities beyond traditional storytimes! Teaching artist, Peter Davison will weave his  influences from circus, dance, and physical theatre into this Little University session!

  • When: Friday, April 4, 10:30am - 11:00am
  • Where: Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzalez
  • Ages: 0-5, with caregivers
  • More info HERE.

Kusogea Nobi Drum Ensemble will perform during the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance's spring program Glow Wild Immersive Lantern Experience, highlighting cultures from around the world. The Kusogea Nobi Drum Ensemble will be performing April 11th & 26th from 6:30pm - 8:45pm. These performances are included with Zoo admission.

  • Buy your tickets HERE.  

About Glow Wild: 

Glowing Wild is an all-new, immersive lantern experience lighting up DZCA this spring. This brilliant and enthralling event features 60 unique scenes made up of over 145 lanterns across our campus. These beautiful, gleaming displays feature flora and fauna from across the world—with interactive surprises all along the way! Learn more HERE.

Community Programs

Come build your skills with your fellow writers - all levels of experience are welcome! Teaching artist Andrea Asali will lead a workshop in using insights from psychology and sociology to craft compelling characters and bring your stories to life. No registration required.

  • When: Thursday, April 10, 2025 |1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Where:  Park Hill Branch Library - Park Hill Community Room
  • Age: Older Adults (50+)

May

Community Programs

Kusogea Nobi Drum Ensemble will perform during the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance's spring program Glow Wild Immersive Lantern Experience, highlighting cultures from around the world. The Kusogea Nobi Drum Ensemble will be performing April 3rd from 6:30pm - 8:45pm. These performances are included with Zoo admission.

  • Buy your tickets HERE.  

About Glow Wild: 

Glowing Wild is an all-new, immersive lantern experience lighting up DZCA this spring. This brilliant and enthralling event features 60 unique scenes made up of over 145 lanterns across our campus. These beautiful, gleaming displays feature flora and fauna from across the world—with interactive surprises all along the way! Learn more HERE.

June

Professional Development

The Institute for Creative Teaching (ICT) is an in-depth professional learning program coordinated by Think 360 Arts for Learning and University of Northern Colorado (UNC) for teachers, learners, and community educators seeking to enhance their practices.

This year’s Institute - a unique annual experience - marks its 36th year and will take place June 10th – 12th at UNC, from 8:00am-3:30pm daily. The three-day program offers hands-on learning opportunities, engaging artist talks, and reflective sessions rooted in contemporary educational practice. Participants will explore the interconnectedness of home, belonging, space, and place through various subjects and applications.

ICT is open to educators of all subject areas and grade levels. Participants will earn up to 21 hours toward educator re-licensure and will have the option of registering for 1 continuing education graduate credit from UNC for an additional fee.

  • Review a sample agenda, preview the workshop descriptions, read our FAQs, and register for ICT 2025 HERE