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Museum Events
06/06/2009—10/01/2009 | Coral Reef Adventure at The Wildlife Experience
Cool off at Coral Reef Adventure, showing June 6 - October in the Extreme Screen Theater at The Wildlife Experience. From the dazzling underwater seascapes of Australia\'s Great Barrier Reef to the mysterious deep ocean corals of Fiji, this film lets you visit many reefs that are flourishing and meet many interesting reef inhabitants. You’ll laugh at the little shrimp that wants to climb in your mouth to get its own bite to eat! You’ll see how reef animals rely on each other in surprising ways. Continue your underwater adventure in Globeology where you can chase stingrays and learn more.
| Fee | Parker
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Museum Events
09/26/2009—10/12/2009 | Lutz Bamboo Collection weaves contemporary art with rich culture
<p>Explore the delicate beauty and function of bamboo in Shape & Spirit: Selections from the Lutz Bamboo Collection, opening at the Denver Art Museum September 26. More than 200 pieces will be showcased, including woven baskets, carved figures and everyday tools from China, Japan and Korea. Watch the transformation of a simple plant into complex, stunning structures ranging from the practical to the otherworldly. Find it on the fifth level of the North Building in the Asian art galleries. For more information, visit www.denverartmuseum.org.</p>
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Parent Education
10/01/2009 | Dottie Lamm to Speak on Parenting Roles for the 21st Century
You are invited. Talk by Dottie Lamm, author of "Daddy On Board: Parenting Roles for the 21st Century", October 1, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. Broomfield Auditorium.
Her book provides an in-depth look at how today’s couples share parenting roles. She will discuss questions such as:
• Why do the mommy wars still rage?
• Are men natural nurturers?
• How does increased “daddy involvement” benefit the kids?
• What are the biggest problems couples have in negotiating their parenting roles?
• And, how has the recent economic downturn affected parenting challenges?
Info 303-469-6449
| Free | Broomfield
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Nature
10/02/2009 | Beaver Tales Campfire
6:30pm. View beaver activity along the creek and learn more about beavers through campfire activities and stories. Enjoy roasting marshmallows afterward. Free. All ages. Reservations required. Lair o' the Bear Park, 22600 State Hwy. 74, Idledale. 720-497-7600. http://lmnc.jeffco.us. .
| Free | Idledale
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Festivals & Fairs
10/03/2009—11/01/2009 | Bootown at Heritage Square
BooTown is a non scary 5,000 square foot outdoor Halloween maze with fun and exciting scenes and props especially suitable for children between the ages of 2 and 10 years old. In addition to the festive hay maze every child that goes through the attraction will be able to paint their very own pumpkin!! Located just east of Denver off I-70 it is ther perfect alternative to scary haunted houses fastly becoming one of Denver's favorite Halloween traditions. For more information please visit our website www.HeritageSquareAmusementPark.com
| Fee | Golden
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Museum Events
10/03/2009 | Military Family Day at The Wildlife Experience
Project Sanctuary and The Wildlife Experience have teamed up for Military Family Day to be held on Saturday, October 3, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at The Wildlife Experience. This special day will honor the community’s military families and Project Sanctuary supporters. Guests need to present a military ID or mention Project Sanctuary to receive 50% discount on general admission and movies, plus discounts on merchandise, food and memberships. Project Sanctuary is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization helping military families heal and reconnect through therapeutic retreats in Colorado.
| Fee | Parker
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Seasonal & Holiday Events
10/03/2009 | Project Glean
Project Glean is a great way to serve in the community while bonding with family and friends and ideal for kids of all ages. It runs Saturdays, Sept 12 - Oct 31. Through a special partnership with local farmers in Denver, Brighton and Wellington, volunteers arrive at the farms and harvest Colorado-grown produce. The bounty is then donated to COMPA Ministries where everything is distributed to area hunger relief agencies through COMPA’s Farm Market program. For more information, visit www.compa.org.
| Free | Denver
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Festivals & Fairs
10/03/2009—10/04/2009 | Lakewood's Cider Days
Apple Bake-Off - Cider booths serving organic cider by the glass or half-gallon - Folk art and craft booths featuring the work of artisans from around the region - Food vendors offer everything from funnel cake to barbecue. Antiques - Bucket train rides for the kids, adult and child amusements, hayrides, face painting, apple-themed games and crafts, a petting zoo and MORE! 10am - 5pm, October 3 and 4 - Lakewood’s Heritage Center, 801 S. Yarrow St. 303-987-7850 or lakewood.org/HCA. $3 - $6!
| Fee | Lakewood
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Films
10/03/2009 | Professor Crunch and the Daffies
KIDS FIRST! and the Denver Film Society
FREE Films Every Saturday 3:00pm
Dates screening: 10/03/2009
Professor Crunch and the Daffies: Join Professor Crunch, Chloe, Urchin and the Daffies on this musical adventure into the world of science. When the Professor's experiment goes haywire, the Daffies are brought to our world and we learn about our mysterious world along with them.
Denver Film Society
900 Auraria Parkway, Denver, CO 80204
www.denverfilm.org 303.595.3456x250
| Free | Denver
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Festivals & Fairs
10/03/2009 | Fall Festival
Join us on Saturday, October 3rd from 11:00-2:00 at Parker United Methodist Church for our Fall Festival. This family event will have hayrides, petting zoo, bounce house,crafts, pumpkin patch and more. Local artisans and vendors will have items for purchase.
Parker United Methodist
11805 S. Pine Dr.
Parker, CO 80134
303-841-3979
Ticket Prices
$25 for family of four
$30 for family of six
$7 for individual tickets
| Fee | Parker
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Festivals & Fairs
10/03/2009 | EcoHarmony Festival
10am-5pm. Celebrate the planet and learn about making earth-friendly, sustainable choices. Explore a full spectrum of natural products and services and hear live music. Boulder County Courthouse lawn, 1300 Pearl St., Boulder. www.ecoharmonyfestival.com.
| Fee | Boulder
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Music
10/03/2009 | Magical Mystery Brass Tour
3:30pm. Hear music from Bach to The Simpsons as classics, pop and science come together in a brass adventure that explores the production of sound. Activity books for young audience members. $8-$18. $5 age 12 and under. South Suburban Christian Church, 7275 S. Broadway Blvd., Littleton. 303-832-4676. www.denverbrass.org.
| Fee | Littleton
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Kids Classes
10/03/2009 | Passport to Sweden
3-4pm. Learn about Lucia Day, make a craft, taste a Swedish treat and meet special guests Linda Maola and a Swedish Women's Choir. Free. Ages 5-11. Reservations required. Southglenn Library, 6972 S. Vine St., Centennial. 303-542-7279. www.arapahoelibraries.org. .
| Free | Centennial
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Kids Classes
10/03/2009 | Theater Improv Games
3pm. Hang out for some laughs and snacks. Free. Grades 6-12. Reservations required. Aurora Central Library, 14949 E. Alameda Pkwy., Aurora. 303-739-6626. www.auroralibrary.org. .
| Free | Aurora
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Museum Events
10/04/2009 | Free First Sundays at the Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys
The Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys offers an SCFD sponsored 'pay-what-you-can' Family Free Day on every first Sunday of every month. Contact the museum to find out what fun free craft or event will be offered on these days.
1880 Gaylord St.
Denver, CO 80206
303.322.1053
www.DMMDT.org
| Free | Denver
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Music
10/04/2009 | Magical Mystery Brass Tour
3:30pm. Hear music from Bach to The Simpsons as classics, pop and science come together in a brass adventure that explores the production of sound. Activity books for young audience members. $8-$18. $5 age 12 and under. South Suburban Christian Church, 7275 S. Broadway Blvd., Littleton. 303-832-4676. www.denverbrass.org.
| Fee | Littleton
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Animal Encounters
10/04/2009 | Mysterious Mountain Lions
10am. Join a naturalist to learn more about the mountain lions of the foothills. Study skulls and pelts, explore their mysterious behavior and learn how to respond to a cougar sighting or attack. Free. All ages. Reservations required. Mt. Falcon Park, off Hwy. 285 on Vine St., Morrison. 720-497-7600. http://lmnc.jeffco.us. .
| Free | Morrison
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Fitness & Wellness
10/07/2009 | Mommy and Me Yoga
This six-week yoga class is created just for moms
and their new babies. Connect with your baby and other new moms while stretching out all those postpartum aches and pains. Mom and babies are welcome six weeks postpartum through crawling. Classes are held Wednesdays from 5:15 to 6:15 at Swedish Medical Center, and registration is available on www.baby.SwedishHospital.com. Cost is $40 for the first session and $35 for each additional session. This is the first session of the six week class.
| Fee | Englewood
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Parent Education
10/07/2009 | Co-Parenting Workshop
This course is designed to empower and inspire you to be an extraordinary co-parent regardless of obstacles and circumstances. Transformation for co-parents. 6 hr workshop, three 2-hr sessions. Daytime and evening class, continuing each week. Begins Oct 7th, continues Oct. 21st, 28th. 11am-1pm or 6-8pm. $125. Certificate upon Completion. 303-278-8136. www.threetrusts.com/registrationintown.php. Using mindfulness techniques, communication tools, experiential exercises, this course leads to happier families. Guaranteed!
| Fee | Golden
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History
10/08/2009 | WINES OFF WYNKOOP - Colorado Historical Society
JOIN THE VOLUNTEERS OF THE COLORADO HISTORICAL SOCIETY, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WINES OFF WYNKOOP, FOR ITS 6TH ANNUAL AUTUMN WINE CLASSIC ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2009, 5:30 TO 8:30 P.M. AT THE COLORADO HISTORY MUSEUM, 13TH & BROADWAY, DENVER. SIP A VARIETY OF WINES WHILE YOU ENJOY HORS D’OEUVRES BY CONTINENTAL DIVINE CATERING AND MUSIC BY TOMMY LEROUX AND FRIENDS. PARTICIPATE IN A UNIQUE SHOPPING EXPERIENCE. TOUR THE IMAGINE A GREAT CITY AND ALLEN TRUE EXHIBITS. TICKETS ARE $50. EVENT PROCEEDS BENEFIT HISTORY COLORADO PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS. CALL 303-866-3699 TO PURCHASE TICKETS.
| Fee | Denver
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Parent Education
10/08/2009 | Online Co-Parenting Workshop
This course is designed to empower and inspire you to be an extraordinary co-parent regardless of obstacles and circumstances. Transformation for co-parents. 6 hr workshop, three 2-hr sessions. Daytime and evening class, continuing 2 more weeks. Begins Oct. 8th. 11am-1pm or 6-8pm. $125. Certificate upon Completion. 303-278-8136. www.threetrusts.com/registrationonline.php. Using mindfulness techniques, communication tools, experiential exercises, this course leads to happier families. Interactive, real-time, best course on the Internet! Everyone is on same phone/computer screen. Guaranteed!
| Fee | Denver
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Parent Education
10/08/2009 | Dr. Hughes- Neuropsychologist, Good At Doing Things
A must attend, highly visual, rapid-paced & entertaining lecture for anyone interested in a child’s education. Given around the world, Dr. Hughes answers the
question, “How can we build better brains?” Learn how to foster the development of advanced cognitive functions & discover the foundation for better development of academic, social & executive functions critical for advanced problem solving & lifetime success.
When: Thursday Oct. 8th 7-9 p.m. Where: CU Campus Hellems 201
Cost: $10 in advance or $15 at the door For More Information
Contact: Patience Montessori School 303-449-5214
| Fee | Boulder
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Theater & Performance
10/09/2009—10/18/2009 | Performance Now Theatre Company proudly presents “Oliver!”
One of the world's best loved musicals brimming with superb songs like “Food Glorious Food,” “Where is Love,” “Consider Yourself,” and more. October 9 - 18, at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway. Performances are Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays at 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25 adults, $22.50 student/ senior and $19 for ages 12 and under. Group rates are available. 303-987-7845 or online at www.performancenow.org
| Fee | Lakewood
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Benefits and Fundraisers
10/10/2009 | Walk to Remember's Annual Memorial Walk
The 2009 Walk will focus on remembering and celebrating the memory of children lost during pregnancy, neo-natal death or SIDS, with a memorial service which will include the reading of babies' names and a balloon release, followed by a reflective walk around Johnson Reservoir.
Please visit www.walktoremember.org to register or for more information.
| Fee | Littleton
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Science
10/10/2009 | Dinosaur Discovery Day: Earth Science Week
Celebrate Earth Science Week at the Visitor Center at 16831 W. Alameda Parkway, Morrison from 10am to 3pm. An open house format includes expert guides stationed along the world-famous Dinosaur Ridge trail, where they will point out dinosaur fossils and answer questions. Visitors can hike at their own pace or ride a shuttle bus for $2 (5 & under ride free). Over 60 scientists will tend the ridge stations and also special booths where they will present rock, mineral and fossil identification, map reading, water testing, caving, geologic time, volcanoes, earthquakes, and earth science careers.
| Free | Morrison
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Seasonal & Holiday Events
10/10/2009 | Project Glean
Project Glean is a great way to serve in the community while bonding with family and friends and ideal for kids of all ages. It runs Saturdays, Sept 12 - Oct 31. Through a special partnership with local farmers in Denver, Brighton and Wellington, volunteers arrive at the farms and harvest Colorado-grown produce. The bounty is then donated to COMPA Ministries where everything is distributed to area hunger relief agencies through COMPA’s Farm Market program. For more information, visit www.compa.org.
| Free | Denver
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Festivals & Fairs
10/10/2009 | 13th Annual Festival of Scarecrows
Vote for your favorite scarecrows - Buy your favorite pumpkins from the Pumpkin Patch. Proceeds from the pumpkin sales will be donated to the Arvada Community Food Bank. To enter a scarecrow in the contest or get more information, call 303-420-6100 or go to www.historicarvada.org - Hayrides on a horse-drawn wagon - Costumed Kids’ Parade - Kiddies Cornstalk Maze - food booths, “spook-tacular” face painting - animal balloon tying - Giant Pumpkin Contest and more! Historic Olde Town Arvada Square, W. 57th Ave. and Wadsworth.
| Free | Arvada
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Animal Encounters
10/10/2009 | Open House
Coventry Farms and The Right Step would like to invite you an Open House on October 10th 11:00 to 1:00 at 7990 South Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO. Come take tours, meeth the horses, learn about the new riding club and meet the trainers Jim, Kris, Paula, Beth and Jo. Find out about the therapeutic riding program from Sheryl. Come join the fun!
| Free | Littleton
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Films
10/10/2009 | Etienne!
<p>KIDS FIRST! and the Denver Film Society FREE Films Every Saturday 3:00pm Dates screening: 10/10/2009 Etienne!: After Richard's best and only friend, a dwarf hamster named Etienne, is diagnosed with terminal cancer, he decides to take him on a bicycle road trip up the California coast to show him the world before he must put him to sleep. Denver Film Society 900 Auraria Parkway, Denver, CO 80204 www.denverfilm.org 303.595.3456x250</p>
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Open House
10/10/2009 | GO BEHIND THE SCENES @ WMFR'S NEW TRAINING CENTER
NEW FIRE TRAINING CENTER AND FIRE STATION OPENS IN LAKEWOOD WITH EXCLUSIVE BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS FOR THE COMMUNITY
West Metro Fire Rescue is pleased to announce the opening of new Fire Station 10 and the West Metro Fire Rescue Training Facility at 3535 South Kipling Parkway (southwest corner of Hampden and Kipling).
The community is invited to join the celebration on Community Day, Saturday, October 10 from 10 am – 2 pm. LIVE fire, rescue and other demonstrations. RSVP 303-989-4307 ext. 543. westmetrofire.org
| Free | Lakewood
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Storyhours & Book Events
10/10/2009 | Linda Ashman at The Bookies
Linda Ashman will read and sign her new book, CREAKY OLD HOUSE, on Saturday, October 10th at 2:00 pm at The Bookies bookstore, 4315 E. Mississippi Avenue, Denver, 80246. Phone: 303.759.1117. School Library Journal writes, "The clever, rhyming text bounces along with a perfect cadence." For more information, visit http://www.lindaashman.com
| Free | Denver
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Music
10/10/2009 | Boulder Chamber Music Society Cello Performance
7:30pm. Hear renowned cellist Inbal Segev perform. $20 adult, $15 students and seniors, free age 12 and under. Broomfield Auditorium, 3 Community Park Rd., Broomfield. 303-583-1278.
| Fee | Broomfield
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Hands-on Activities
10/10/2009 | Fairy and Gnome Day
1pm. Use wooden beads, spools, pipe cleaners, artificial flowers and felt to make a gnome or fairy, then decorate a home for it to live in. Age 5 and up. $10 per child with parent. Adults are asked to stay during the craft. Reservations required. The workshop can also be scheduled by appointment for groups of 8 or more. Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys. 303-322-1053. www.dmmdt.org.
| Fee | Denver
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Exhibits
10/10/2009 | Fall Craft Show
9am-5pm. Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts including handcrafted items, baby blankets, ornaments, wooden benches and more. Free. All ages. Recreation Center at Eastridge, 9568 University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. 303-791-2500. www.hrcaonline.org. .
| Free | Highlands Ranch
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Exhibits
10/10/2009 | Family Exploration Day
9am-3pm. Learn about machines of the Industrial Revolution, how they were created and what makes them work. Activities will focus on how physics are applied to basic mechanics. Regular admission applies. Western Museum of Mining & Industry, 225 North Gate Blvd. (I-25 exit 156A), Colorado Springs. 719-488-0880. www.wmmi.org.
| Fee | Colorado Springs
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Festivals & Fairs
10/10/2009 | Festival of Scarecrows
10am-3pm. Purchase a pumpkin and decorate a life-size scarecrow to display in Olde Town Arvada Square, or come out to vote on your favorite design. Proceeds from the sale of pumpkins benefit the Arvada Food Bank. Also enjoy the corn maze, face painting, crazy hairstyling, nail painting and horse-drawn hay wagon rides. Olde Town Arvada Square, 57th and Olde Wadsworth Blvd. 303-420-6100. http://historicarvada.org.
| Fee | Arvada
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Kids Classes
10/10/2009 | Theater Improv Games
3pm. Hang out for some laughs and snacks. Free. Grades 6-12. Reservations required. Aurora Central Library, 14949 E. Alameda Pkwy., Aurora. 303-739-6626. www.auroralibrary.org. .
| Free | Aurora
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Festivals & Fairs
10/10/2009 | KNOCK YOUR BOOTS OFF BEER TASTING & CHILI COOK-OFF
Things are going to get spicy in Historic Golden for the second annual Knock Your Boots Off Beer Tasting & Chili Cook-Off, happening October 10, 2009 from 1:00 – 5:00 pm on Arapahoe Street, between 12th and 13th. Wash down samples of chili from amateur and professional chefs with 60 different beers from Coors, Molson, New Belgium, Oskar Blues, Boulder Beer, Flying Dog and numerous other breweries. Advance tickets are $15 and $20 day of the event. Kids under 10 are free. Sponsored by Coors Distributing Company and the Golden Chamber of Commerce. For more information call 303-279-3113.
| Fee | Golden
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Health & Safety
10/11/2009 | Adult/Child CPR/AED with Infant CPR
Oct 11 12-5pm American Red Cross Adult/Child CPR/AED with Infant CPR in Lone Tree, CO
This class is perfect for parents and babysitters!
$50 includes manual and certification card
Enroll in First Aid and save $15!
Laurian's Life Lessons, LLC
303-257-9589
laur0117@hotmail.com
www.laurianslifelessons.tk
| Fee | LoneTree
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Exhibits
10/11/2009 | Fall Craft Show
9am-5pm. Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts including handcrafted items, baby blankets, ornaments, wooden benches and more. Free. All ages. Recreation Center at Eastridge, 9568 University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. 303-791-2500. www.hrcaonline.org. .
| Free | Highlands Ranch
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