Explore, learn & connect!
Kavod on the Road offers engaging programs for active, older nonresidents living in the greater Denver community. Our team brings exciting events to various partner locations throughout the month. Join us in exploring new horizons, building connections and enjoying enriching experiences right in your community!
Advanced registration is recommended. Walk-ins are welcome as space allows, in the order they arrive.
February
Everyday Birds: An Introduction to Bird ID
Wednesday, February 11 from 11am – 12pm
at Temple Emanuel
Cost: $5
Presenter: Jane Lee, Denver Audubon Society
Have you ever paused and thought, “What is that bird I keep hearing?” or “I see that same little brown one every morning…I wish I knew what kind of bird she was.”
If so, this workshop is for you. We’ll help you start noticing and understanding the birds that share your neighborhood, morning routine, and favorite outdoor spots. You’ll learn how to use the Merlin Bird ID app as an easy, intuitive tool for discovering who you’re hearing and seeing around you.
Together, we’ll explore how to:
- Use Sound ID to recognize birds by their songs and calls
- Use the app’s step-by-step tool to explore likely matches for birds you see
- Try out Photo ID for those moments when you capture a quick picture
Build comfort noticing common backyard and trail birds - Feel more connected to the nature in your everyday life
No experience is necessary—just bring your curiosity and a device (smart phone or tablet) with the Merlin app (recommended but not necessary) downloaded before class the program begins.
REGISTRATION CLOSED |From Catskills to Culture: Jewish Life in the Borscht Belt
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. This program has reached capcity.
Wednesday, February 18 from 1 – 2pm
at JCC Denver
Cost: $5
Presenter: Rabbi Daniel A. Roberts, Catskills/Borscht Belt specialist
Learn about the rise of the Borscht Belt as a vibrant center of Jewish life in 20th-century America. More than just a vacation destination, the Catskills became a place where Jewish families found community, opportunity, and belonging at a time when many resorts excluded them.
This lecture traces the social, cultural, and historical forces that shaped the Borscht Belt—from its immigrant roots and family-run hotels to its role in shaping American Jewish identity, humor, entertainment, and social life. Through stories, context, and reflection, we’ll examine how the Borscht Belt functioned as both a refuge and a cultural incubator, and consider the legacy it leaves behind today.
KvetchUp Live! Klezmer Music Performed by a Six-Piece Ensemble
Tuesday, February 24 from 1 – 2pm
at Hebrew Educational Alliance
Cost: $5
Musicians: KvetchUp Group
Get ready for a joyful, toe-tapping musical experience as KvetchUp—a dynamic six-piece klezmer band—takes the stage. Blending traditional Eastern European melodies with fresh, contemporary flair, KvetchUp brings high energy, rich musicianship, and irresistible charm to every performance.
Featuring vibrant clarinet lines, playful brass, soulful strings, and driving rhythm, this ensemble delivers both heart and humor through music. Whether you’re a longtime lover of klezmer or brand-new to the genre, this concert promises warmth, nostalgia, and plenty of reasons to smile.
CODE OF CONDUCT: Please take a moment to review Kavod on the Road’s Code of Conduct. Our policies help create a safe, respectful, and enjoyable experience for everyone—participants, presenters, and partners—across all KOTR programs, trips, conferences, and events. Click here for details.
TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS: While we are unable to provide transportation to and from our events, we’ve compiled a list of options to help you get there [click here].
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