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single, “River,” which shows off her powerful
vocals, upbeat rhythm, and all-around spunk.
Tue 9 p.m. Ogden Theatre, 935 E. Colfax
Ave., 303-832-1874, ogdentheatre.com. $26-
$30. Visit bishopbriggs.com.MAY 10 Hall & Oates and Train Two of America’s
most popular bands—each with a slew of
hits that span multiple decades—are on
tour together this summer. Their cheerful
performance will feature separate sets filled
with favorites such as Hall & Oates’ 1980s
pop-classic “Maneater” and Train’s iconic
single “Drops of Jupiter.” It will all lead to
a collaborative grand finale with more pop
power than you’re likely to see at the average
concert. Thu 7 p.m. Pepsi Center, 1000 Chop-
per Circle, 303-405-1100, altitudetickets.com.
Ticket prices vary. Visit hallandoates.com and
savemesanfrancisco.com.
MAY 10–12 Ukefest Denver’s Ukefest is back
for three jam-packed days to celebrate the
guitar’s four-string sibling. Participate in daily
workshops, with options for both novices and
masters, to learn skills such as how to solo
while playing just a single note. In addition,
see Grammy Award–winning band Cathy Fink
& Marcy Marxer perform tunes from dissimilar
genres, including Western swing and gypsy
jazz—which helps prove ukuleles aren’t just for
playing while hanging out on a beach in Ha-
waii. Thu-Sat, times vary. Swallow Hill Music, 71
E. Yale Ave., 303-777-1003, swallowhillmusic.
org. Ticket prices vary.
MAY 18 Gasoline Lollipops Although this band’s
name sounds like a questionable service station
snack, its music is not as dubious. Lead singer
Clay Rose’s gruff, gritty voice often seems like it
belongs on a punk album—but it elevates this
group’s rustic, country sound, which features
instruments such as the upright bass, fiddle,
and acoustic guitar. Listen to the band perform
genre-melding tracks such as “Soul Mine,” a
song that examines the classic theme of over-
coming hardships. Fri 9 p.m. Bluebird Theater,
3317 E. Colfax Ave., 303-377-1666, bluebird
theater.net. $10-$15. Visit gasolinelollipops.com.SPECIAL EVENTS
BEST BET MAY 1–3 The Wright This typically annu-
al summit has had a long hiatus, but organizers
had a good reason for the wait: After six years
in Denver, they’re relocating to Colorado School
of Mines in Golden. The move embodies their
intention to celebrate entrepreneurs in all corners
of the West, not just in major cities. The format of
the event will shift as well, expanding from one
to three days and adding panel discussions and
keynote speakers. One element won’t change,
though: the signature award ceremony, during
which 13 finalists, including brands such as Strafe
Outerwear, present 90-second video clips about
their missions before judges award $5,000 to one
winner. Tue-Thu, times vary. Colorado School of
Mines, 1500 Illinois St., Golden, 303-273-3000.
Ticket prices vary. Visit thewright.co.MAY 4 100 Years of Environmental Change in
RMNP Discover ways in which human beings
have altered Rocky Mountain National Park’s
ecological and physical appearance over the
past 100 years at this daylong course. Colorado
State University geology professor Ellen Wohl
will discuss how mining and water engineering
inside the park, as well as fossil fuel emissions,
have harmed the landscape. The talk won’t be
completely discouraging, though; Wohl plans to
share several tips for keeping our national parks
vibrant. Fri 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Rocky Mountain
Conservancy – Field Institute & Conference
Center, 1895 Fall River Road, Estes Park, 970-
586-0108, rmconservancy.org. $72-$80.MAY 11–12 Questival Denver Check out this
24-hour adventure competition that will test
everything from your endurance to your level
of silliness. Teams of two to six will attempt a
list of quirky, outdoorsy challenges that range
from hiking to the nearest waterfall to donat-
ing blood while wearing fake Dracula teeth.
The event ends with an awards ceremony
featuring prizes from outdoor brand Coto-
paxi. Even if your team doesn’t rake in the
awards, don’t worry. Every participant walks
away with swag: one of the brand’s ultra-
light, all-purpose backpacks. Fri 5 p.m. DPAC
Sculpture Park, 1736 Speer Blvd. $44-$49.
Visit cotopaxi.com.MAY 12 Horseshoe Market Peruse booths from
more than 130 vendors at this laid-back mar-
ketplace in Berkeley. Don’t miss trendy art and