Playing practical jokes on the first day — April Fools’ Day — showers the start of a month known for lovely weather, blossoming gardens, and springtime bliss, as days get longer, brighter.
“April Come She Will,” by the music duo Simon & Garfunkel, signaled that it’s a time of year for change and new beginnings, a time for outdoor adventures, and joyous feelings.
Here are our green traffic light choices for shopping, dining, and entertainment as April is a reminder that something better is around the corner and the Valley shouts, “Go!”:
Experience the multi-instrumentalists blending of Celtic, Americana, Folk, and Indie Rock as the Colorado Symphony presents Elephant Revival with Bonnie Paine doing vocals at Boettcher April 3, 7:30 p.m. Information: 303-623-7876.
Don’t miss the warm and funny River City Musical “The Music Man” playing at the Lakewood Cultural Center April 5-7, 7:30 p.m. Information: 303-987-7845.
Snag seats to grasp the spirit that shot Michael Jackson to fame at the Colorado premiere of MJ at the Buell Theatre, April 10-28. Information: 720-865-4220.
Let the big, and beautiful sound of the city’s giant organs wrap around you again by taking the Organ Crawl Bus Tour on Aug. 12. Information: 303-447-8679.
Host jaw-dropping events for 12 or 1200 your guests will never forget at Infinity Park Event Center. Pick from 8,600-sq.-ft. ballroom, an outside stadium, or small spaces. Unforgettable concerts, festivals. Information: 303-248-7100.
Treat the family to over 100 restaurants featuring more than 20 international cuisines along On Havana Street in Aurora from 6th Ave. to Dartmouth. Select from a range of casual to fine dining spots. Information: OnHavanaStreet.com.
Swing over to the sprawling Topgolf entertainment venue with the family to enjoy the Shalom Park Fundraiser April 17, 6-9 p.m. Information: 303-400-2219.
Catch the Takt Trio — trio for violin, horn, and piano, alongside Brahm’s horn trio – at the Newman Center April 19, 7:30 p.m. Information: 303-871-7720.
Hatsune Miku sings at Mission Ballroom’s Miku Concert & Expo, plus enjoy Japanese-local artist workshop April 22, 8 p.m. Information: 720-577-6884.
You’ll love Ballet Ariel’s Silver Anniversary Dance Collection at the Lakewood Cultural Center April 27-28, 7:30 p.m., 28th 1 p.m. Information: 303-945-4388.
Join this year’s “Minds Matter” as they celebrate their 20th Anniversary serving Colorado students. This year’s extra special fundraiser is at Glendale’s Infinity Park Event Center April 27, 6 p.m. You’ll be inspired by the students and their stories while enjoying a crafted dinner and cocktails. Denver-based “Minds Matter” helps high school students from low-income families succeed in college, create their future, and change the world. Information: 720-663-7297.
April is really when the stunning, invigorating season starts to feel like it’s happening. Barren trees burst into tiny blossoms, and we can count on a handful of long, perfect days.
The climate is generally warm, creating a season of bliss, of blooming gardens, and a time for romance. The changing nature of the season is a metaphor for changing moods.
April rain is not a cause to complain; it’s busy preparing the terrain for spring to sustain. When April Fools’ Day arrives, believe nothing, trust no one, just like any other day.
— Glen Richardson
The Valley Gadfly can be reached at newspaper@glendalecherrycreek.com.