Star Wars 40th Anniversary Event May 26th-28th

By Miriam Velasquez | mvelasquez@scng.com | Daily News

Happy 40th “Star Wars!” On this day in 1977, Memorial Day weekend opens with an intergalactic bang as the first of George Lucas’ blockbuster “Star Wars” movies hits American theaters. “Star Wars” depicts the adventures of various characters “a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away.”

Star Wars, Marvel & Disney International Licensed Artist Christopher Clark will be painting live at the Incredible Art Gallery in Downtown Denver (1 block from Performing Arts Center) on Friday from 5-8 pm, Saturday & Sunday from noon to 7 pm. Free Admission & all attendees will receive a Free 9″x11″ Star Wars print. Complimentary wine, beer, refreshments & hot sandwiches from South Philly CheeseSteak Golden. Christopher will sign & add hand embellishments to the artwork making each piece unique & one of a kind at no charge. Christopher is the only Colorado artist licensed with Star Wars, Marvel and Disney International. There will be lots of Star Wars, Marvel & Disney artwork on display & available to purchase.