Boulder/Denver Event List: November 9th - 16th, 2007 |
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This is the full event list (including a preview of next weekend). By keeping the detailed event information online, it can be continously updated. If you find a problem with an item in the newsletter, please check the Corrections at the bottom of this page to see if a fix has been already posted.
Friday
Day camps for BVSD Day Off - Register in advance and verify suggested ages
Friday 11/9/2007
See the GreatIdeasForKids.com listing of various camps available on school-days off. (Details...)
Colorado Ski & Snowboard Expo (Colorado Convention Center in Denver)
Friday 11/9/2007 Noon - 10:00pm
Saturday 11/10/2007 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sunday 11/11/2007 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Huge ski and snowboard sale, many items deeply discounted. Clothing and accessories too for adults and kids. Flying Aces Aerial Spectacular with trampoline performances of aerial skiing (yes, while wearing equipment). Breckenridge's special Kid's Center is a gentle, kid-friendly, learn-to-ski slope with age appropriate equipment and instruction. Climbing wall too. $10 admission per adult. Kids 12 and under are free.
(Details...)
Free screening of "Farther than the Eye Can See" one-hour documentary (Lafayette Public Library)
Friday 11/9/2007 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
The award-winning Colorado film by Michael Brown is ultimately about interior visions and perceptions, as Michael documents blind climber Erik Weihenmayer's struggle, despite total blindness and paralyzing fear, to maintain perfect focus on every footstep on his historic climb up Mt. Everest. Free to students. Seating will be available on a "first come/first served" basis. (Details...)
Listen in Addition - Author Presentation (Boulder Bookstore)
Friday 11/9/2007 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
This catchy mix of jazz, swing, boogie, and country tunes is designed to help kids learn addition. Listen In Addition also comes with a companion book filled with whimsical illustrations. It is so fun kids won't realize they are learning as they sing along to the songs. This Kid Clever (tm) method was created by two Boulder County moms.
(Details...)
On Stage: Dreams (The Dairy in Boulder)
Friday 11/9/2007 7:30 pm
Saturday 11/10/2007 11:00 am
Dreams dramatizes the stories of kids’ dreams for themselves, their families, and the world. These sometimes moving, sometimes funny, stories and songs were written by young people ages 6-12 from various cultural backgrounds, including African-American, Latino, Anglo, and Asian. Some of the child authors lived in Colorado, but were from the countries of Chili, Tanzania, Russia, China, Yugoslavia, Poland, Kuwait, India, Japan and Brazil. There are also stories by kids who were homeless and from a girl in a wheelchair. The professional performers, 3 actors and 1 musician, present all the writing in a way that is sensitive and fun, from the invention of a chemical that brings rain forest trees back to life, to a silly poem about having the power to turn everything into chocolate. This play celebrates kids as writers and as dreamers! Suitable for ages 5-12. Tickets $5.
(Details...)
Friday's recurring events
Various:
Library Storytimes
Discount Crafts: Discovery Days (Longmont)
// Pots n Paints (Superior)
Stage:
Beauty & the Beast (Boulder)
// Babes in Toyland (Northglenn)
// Hansel and Gretel (Denver)
Museum: Let's Play (Boulder)
// Egypt (Lafayette)
Saturday
LEGO Robot Competition (Louisville and Berthound)
Saturday 11/10/2007 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Watch student teams compete in a LEGO robot puzzle-solving challenge. Admission is free. At Monarch High School (across from Avista Hospital in Louisville), the competition will be held in the auditorium with teams setting up their
pit areas in the cafeteria. For an approximate schedule, click the details for Berthound.
(Details for Louisville)
(Details for Berthound)
Santa's Cellar Craft Fair (Broomfield Community Center)
Saturday 11/10/2007 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Don't miss out on the Craft Fair of the Holidays. Our Annual Santa's Cellar Craft Fair features local crafters in Colorado. Also, Santa makes an appearance in the afternoon. Stop by for Christmas shopping, lunch and a visit with Santa.
(Details...)
Cockpit Demo Day (Wings Over the Rockies Msm in Denver)
Saturday 11/10/2007 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Each month they rotate the open cockpits so you can explore different planes each time you visit. Cockpit demo day is hands-on fun for the whole family. Become a Wings Museum member and enjoy them free every month! Remember to look closely at the map before heading there!
(Details...)
Children's Sing-a-long (Swallow Hill in Denver)
Saturday 11/10/2007 10:30 am - 11:15 am Register now!
Join Swallow Hill instructor Julie Gussaroff and Vicki Jordan each month for a
fun-filled sing along! These events are designed as casual gatherings for
children ages 2-10 and their parents. We'll provide some shakers & rhythm
instruments, but please bring some if you have them. Includes singing,
dancing, finger-plays and other musical fun! $3 per person
(Details...)
WOW! Children's Museum Celebrates 11th Birthday! (Lafayette)
Saturday 11/10/2007 11:00 am
The celebration begins at 11:00am with special entertainment by Puppets Alive, an interactive puppet show! Help us blow out our birthday candles and enjoy refreshments too! All included with admission to the Museum!
(Details...)
Family Fun Tour (Boulder County Recycling Center)
Saturday 11/10/2007 11:00 am - Noon
In celebration of America Recycles Day, come on the Family Fun Tour. Reservations are encouraged. The one-hour tour begins in the Recycling Center lobby and will feature a 10-minute video and include an informational tour of the facility. The tour will cover topics such as where does our trash go; how to reduce, reuse, recycle and compost to achieve zero waste; how to recycle correctly; and the importance of buying recycled products. Due to the timing of the tours, the facility may not be in full operation during the tour. 720-564-2223
(Details...)
On Stage: Dreams (The Dairy in Boulder)
Friday 11/9/2007 7:30 pm
Saturday 11/10/2007 11:00 am
Dreams dramatizes the stories of kids’ dreams for themselves, their families, and the world. These sometimes moving, sometimes funny, stories and songs were written by young people ages 6-12 from various cultural backgrounds, including African-American, Latino, Anglo, and Asian. Some of the child authors lived in Colorado, but were from the countries of Chili, Tanzania, Russia, China, Yugoslavia, Poland, Kuwait, India, Japan and Brazil. There are also stories by kids who were homeless and from a girl in a wheelchair. The professional performers, 3 actors and 1 musician, present all the writing in a way that is sensitive and fun, from the invention of a chemical that brings rain forest trees back to life, to a silly poem about having the power to turn everything into chocolate. This play celebrates kids as writers and as dreamers! Suitable for ages 5-12. Tickets $5.
(Details...)
Magic Matinee (Madcap Improv Theater at the Westminster Promenade)
Saturday 11/10/2007 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Featuring master magician Mark Strivings, the MaDcap Magic Matinee is an hour of fun and amazement for the whole family! Call ahead. (Details...)
Saturday's recurring events
Outdoor Fun:
Kids Farmfest (Longmont)
// Goat Farm Tour (Niwot)
Discount Crafts:
TOSA (LODO/Denver)
Stage:
Beauty & the Beast (Boulder)
// Babes in Toyland (Northglenn)
// Hansel and Gretel (Denver)
// Pirate King (Golden)
Museum: Secrets of Dioramas (Denver)
// Let's Play (Boulder)
// Egypt (Lafayette)
Stories: Barnes & Noble (Westminster)
// Library Storytimes
Saturday & Sunday (multi-day events)
The Great Train Expo (National Western Complex in Denver)
Saturday 11/10/2007 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday 11/11/2007 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fun for the whole family. 40' x 50' Riding Train for Kids! Youth in Model Railroading 60' x 90' Display, Multiple Layouts! and plenty of layouts by model railroading experts. Adults $7 (ticket good for both days!) Kids 12 and under are free. (Details...)
Colorado Ski & Snowboard Expo (Colorado Convention Center in Denver)
Friday 11/9/2007 Noon - 10:00pm
Saturday 11/10/2007 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sunday 11/11/2007 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Huge ski and snowboard sale, many items deeply discounted. Clothing and accessories too for adults and kids. Flying Aces Aerial Spectacular with trampoline performances of aerial skiing (yes, while wearing equipment). Breckenridge's special Kid's Center is a gentle, kid-friendly, learn-to-ski slope with age appropriate equipment and instruction. Climbing wall too. $10 admission per adult. Kids 12 and under are free.
(Details...)
Sunday
Free Day (Denver Zoo)
Sunday 11/11/2007 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Last admission is 4pm. Bring a Colorado ID. (Details...)
Sunday's recurring events
Outdoor Fun: Hikes (Boulder)
Discount Crafts:
ColorMeMine (Boulder)
Stage:
Beauty & the Beast (Boulder)
// Babes in Toyland (Northglenn)
// Hansel and Gretel (Denver)
Museum: Let's Play (special Game Day on Sundays) (Boulder)
// Egypt (Lafayette)
Monday
A Salute to Veterans (Broomfield Auditorium)
Monday 11/12/2007 10:00 am
Held annually to honor all our living veterans, this touching ceremony packed the Broomfield Auditorium last fall. This year, stories and speeches will be followed by the Broomfield Civic Chorus and members of the Rocky Mountain Brassworks performing taps as well as other beautiful music. (Details...)
Day camps for BVSD Day Off - Register in advance and verify suggested ages
Friday 11/9/2007
See the GreatIdeasForKids.com listing of various camps available on school-days off. (Details...)
Auditions for Erie children to appear in the Pied Piper (Erie Middle School)
Monday 11/12/2007 3:45 pm
Erie children from kindergarten to 12th grade are welcome to audition to appear in the November 17th performances of the Missoula Children's Theater production of the Brothers Grimm , "The Pied Piper". (Details...)
Monday's recurring events
Various: Pump It Up Playtime (Broomfield) - call ahead, closed on legal holidays
Stories:
Barnes & Noble (Westminster)
// Library Storytimes
Tuesday
Tuesday's recurring events
Various: Pump It Up Playtime (Broomfield)
// Goat Farm Tour (Niwot)
Stories:
Pottery Barn for Kids (Flatirons Mall)
// Library Storytimes
Discount Crafts: Discovery Days (Longmont)
// Pots n Paints (Superior)
// ColorMeMine (Boulder)
Museum: Let's Play (Boulder)
// Egypt (Lafayette)
Wednesday
School Choice Fair - Boulder-area Private Schools (Boulder Marriot)
Wednesday 11/14/2007 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The Daily Camera is sponsoring this Free event where private schools talk to parents who are seeking alternatives. Also check out the Daily Camera School Choice Guide 2007.
Participating programs include:
-Alexander Dawson
-Boulder Valley Public Schools
-Bixby School
-Boulder Country Day
-Boulder Jewish Day
-Catalyst Education of Colorado
-Friend's School
-George L. Bridge School
-Hillside School
-Huntington Learning Center
-Jarrow Montessori
-New Vista High School
-Rocky Mountain School for the Gifted and Creative
-Running River School
-Shining Mountain Waldorf
-Sacred Heart of Jesus
-Tara Performing Arts High School
-Watershed School
Music Playhouse: Free Trial Class (various)
Wednesday 11/14/2007 9:00 am (Longmont)
Friday 11/16/2007 9:00 am (Louisville)
The best way to discover what The Music Playhouse is all about is to try a class - you and your child are very welcome to join us for an open house demonstration class. If any of the following times do not work, you are also welcome to schedule a visit for one of our regular classes to try out The Music Playhouse program, if space is available. (Also Monday Nov 19th in Boulder) (Details...)
Wednesday's recurring events
Various: Car Seat Checks (Thornton)
// Library Storytimes
Discount Crafts: Discovery Days (Longmont)
Stage:
Babes in Toyland (Northglenn)
// Jack and the Beanstalk (Boulder)
Museum:
Let's Play (Boulder)
// Egypt (Lafayette)
Thursday
Outdoor Ice Skating (Louisville) - OPENING
Thursday 11/15/2007 Noon
WinterSkate returns for its fourth season in Louisville on November 15! Boasting over 6,500 square feet of ice, WinterSkate also features skate rentals, concessions and covered seating area, and group discount rates (season skate passes and gift certificates also available). Complete with traditional holiday music, plenty of free parking, and free horse-drawn carriage rides, WinterSkate presents the perfect opportunity to enjoy the winter season in a beautiful small-town setting! (Details...)
Magic Matinee (Madcap Improv Theater at the Westminster Promenade)
Thursday 11/15/2007 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Featuring master magician Mark Strivings, the MaDcap Magic Matinee is an hour of fun and amazement for the whole family! Please CALL AHEAD before going to the theater. On occasion, shows may be cancelled without enough reservations on the books.. (Details...)
Colorado Skies: Leonid Meteor Shower (Fiske Planetarium in Boulder)
Thursday 11/15/2007 7:30 pm
Enjoy this guide to the night sky under the Fiske Planetarium dome, presented by Elin Deeb. Come for a current look at Colorado's skies with a special focus on this year's Leonid meteor shower, which peaks on November 18. (Details...)
Thursday's recurring events
Various: Pump It Up Playtime (Broomfield)
// Outdoor Skating (Louisville)
// Library Storytimes
Stage:
Babes in Toyland (Northglenn)
// Hansel and Gretel (Denver)
// Jack and the Beanstalk (Boulder)
Museum: Let's Play (Boulder)
// Egypt (Lafayette)
Next Friday
Music Playhouse: Free Trial Class (various)
Wednesday 11/14/2007 9:00 am (Longmont)
Friday 11/16/2007 9:00 am (Louisville)
The best way to discover what The Music Playhouse is all about is to try a class - you and your child are very welcome to join us for an open house demonstration class. If any of the following times do not work, you are also welcome to schedule a visit for one of our regular classes to try out The Music Playhouse program, if space is available. (Also Monday Nov 19th in Boulder) (Details...)
Free Admission (Denver Botanic Garden)
Friday 11/16/2007 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Three-day holiday sale. Free admission. (Details...)
4th Annual 'Taste of Africa' (CU Boulder) - not specifically a kiddie event
Friday 11/16/2007 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Taste of Africa is hosted by the African Students' Association (ASA). This is a great opportunity to taste the many different foods from various countries in Africa. This event is free and open to the public. (Details...)
Friday's recurring events
Various:
Outdoor Skating (Louisville)
// Library Storytimes
Discount Crafts: Discovery Days (Longmont)
// Pots n Paints (Superior)
Stage:
Babes in Toyland (Northglenn)
// Hansel and Gretel (Denver)
Museum: Let's Play (Boulder)
// Egypt (Lafayette)
Preview of Next Weekend
On Saturday there will be storytelling, new kiddie theater shows, and a free day at the Railroad Museum in Golden. Read all about these events and much more in next week's newsletter.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 15 November 2007 )
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