Kids

Ahoy Mate! Check Out the Treasure Hunters Halloween Party at the Boulder Bookstore Tonight

The Boulder Bookstore is hosting a FREE children’s event: A Treasure Hunters Halloween Party51446-pirates-des-caraibes

 Join the Boulder Bookstore for a Treasure Hunters themed Halloween party. They’ll have snacks, crafts, trivia, a pirate costume contest, and a treasure hunt! Great for the whole family! 6:30pm at the Boulder Bookstore, 1107 Pearl Street.

Boulder

Boulder Symphony’s Halloween Spooktacular–Fun for kids and adults alike!

The Boulder Symphony presents Mayhem on Canyon Boulevard, a Halloween Spooktacular!

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This is a family-friendly event. Kids are free. It features an instrument petting zoo. Costume contest. Murder Mystery. More information on their Facebook Page. October 26, 2013 at 2pm.

Kids, Lafayette

WOW! Museum is Getting Spooky for Kids! Get Your Tickets Now.

Come have a spooktacular time at WOW!’s Family Halloween Party!

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Dress up in a costume and enjoy pumpkin painting, Halloween crafts, face painting, an ooey gooey science demonstration and giveaways. October 27, 2013 from 10:00am to Noon. For more information and/or to purchase tickets click here.

Kids

Be Amazed By The Carousel of Happiness!


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Want to ensure a smile today? Head up to Nederland to enjoy an afternoon of exploring the town including taking a ride on the Carousel of Happiness. This carousel has been lovingly created and is housed in the sweet mountain town of Nederland, Colorado. This magical menagerie featuring 56 whimsical, hand-carved animals on a restored 1910 Looff carousel, turns to the music of a 1913 Wurlitzer band organ. This carousel is a delight for children and adults alike. More details at their website.

Food and Drink, Lafayette, Outdoors

Need Some Yummy Veggies? Check Out Jax Farmer’s Market Sundays!

Screen Shot 2013-09-08 at 8.15.20 AMJax Farmer’s Market is located in Lafayette behind the Jax Ranch and Home store. Enjoy fresh veggies, fruits and more. 400 West South Boulder Road. 9am to 1pm Sundays.

Boulder, Real Estate

All Aboard the TEBO Train!

tebotrain“All Aboard”!  Calling all kiddos, enjoy a free ride on Pearl Street Mall’s one-and-only Tebo Train! Children ages 10 and under (and accompanying adults) will chug along the beautiful Pearl Street Mall on the only set of wheels permitted “on the bricks”!  The Tebo Train runs Mondays – Thursdays from May 28 – August 29. Board between 10 – 11:15 am in front of Wells Frago Bank at the corner of 12th and Pearl Street. More information here.

Real Estate

Design Ideas: A Modern Take on The Classic Bunk Bed

bunkbed2Bunk beds are a classic in any home with kids. Need some fun ideas for creating bunk beds for your home? We were interested and we turned to Dwell.com. Great resource for anyone interested in modern design. Here are a few of the ones they featured. The complete slide show and related articles can be viewed here.

Real Estate

Boulder Ballet Presents: Ballet in the Park for Father’s Day

BITP2013The Boulder Ballet’s traditional Ballet in the Park is back and ready to help you celebrate Father’s Day! This is a super fun family-friendly event. Bring a picnic and delight in a beautiful summer evening while enjoying this annual summer treat. June 16, 2013 in Broomfield. More information here. Event starts at 7pm. Come early to enjoy a picnic.

Boulder, Outdoors, Real Estate

Beat the Heat: Get Some Boulder Creek Time!

tubing-down-creek-1024x768It’s hot out there! Want to beat the heat? Enjoy some of the most refreshing water we have in town along Boulder Creek! We are so lucky in Boulder to have the Boulder Creek running right through town. Hit some of the hot spots to go tubing, wading, swimming, kayaking, or just sit next to the water to enjoy the sights and sounds. To get the best access to Boulder Creek try Eben G. Fine Park at the West end of Arapahoe, park at the Boulder Public Library where you can walk right over to a beautiful shady spot near the creek, or find it anywhere along the bike path.

Boulder, Outdoors

Enjoy the Boulder Reservoir

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The Boulder Reservoir is one of the great water resources in our area. Enjoy a day at the beach, rent a stand up paddle board, get into a canoe, swim, or do it all! Bring a picnic or enjoy the concession stand. This is a popular destination so you won’t be alone. Bring the whole family! The Reservoir is open daily through the summer. More information, hours & entry specifics here.