2014 Northern Colorado Holiday Guide by Fort Collins Coloradoan

Northern Colorado Holiday Guide

2014 Northern Colorado Holiday Guide

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Welcome to the 2014 Northern Colorado Holiday Guide! What you’ve got in your hands, dear holiday shoppers, connoisseurs and celebrators, is the guide to all things holidays and magical this season! Whether you’ve got a serious need to shop for the most unique gifts in the region, have a house full of guests who need to be entertained or want to find the perfect place to take someone special this season, this guide is for you. We’ve packed it full of finds from Windsor shops,

The 2014 Northern Colorado Holiday Guide is produced by the Coloradoan Media Group Custom Publishing Department, 1300 Riverside Ave., with support from community businesses and organizations. President/Publisher: Kathy Jack—Romero Advertising Director: Tyler Kidd Art Director/Photographer: Erika Moore Production Manager: Matt Varns; Merchandise prices are subject to change.

Loveland finds, and Estes Park gems. After you’ve had a fill of shopping finds, be sure to check out our events section: a culmination of the places to be and see this season — so get your tickets, get a sitter, and enjoy! Have a knack to try something new this year? We’ve got exactly what each person needs to fill their holiday break time with adventure, shopping, special occasions, and most of all, memories.

Contents Event calendar �� 4 12 days of holiday magic ��8 The ultimate black friday weekend ��10 Date Night at the Promenade Shops �� 12 What to do with your family and those out-of-town guests this season �� 14 The perfect family outing �� 16 Gift Guide �� 18

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December 4th: 99.9 The Point Jingle Jam 2014, featuring Gavin DeGraw, Lindsey Stirling and Echosmith, Loveland 99.9 The Point Jingle Jam 2014 is coming to the Budweiser Events Center on Thursday, Dec. 4 at 6:30 p.m., bringing pop act Gavin DeGraw, electronic crossover artist Lindsey Stirling and indie pop group Echosmith. Gavin DeGraw first stepped onto the scene in 2003 with hit songs “I Don’t Want to Be,” “Follow Through” and “Chariot.” Since then, he has released five albums, including his most recent, “Make a Move,” which features his newest single “Best I Ever Had.” Lindsey Stirling combines her experience as a classically trained violinist with electronic dance music to create performances that entertain people all over the world.

November 28th – 31st Catch the Glow Christmas Parade & Celebration, Estes Park Kick off the holidays in Estes Park as we celebrate Thanksgiving and Christmas in one festive long weekend! Beginning Friday with the annual Catch the Glow Christmas Parade features lighted floats downtown, where family activities, carolers & characters, and unique shopping continue all weekend. On Saturday and Sunday, take the kiddos to Santa’s Workshop at the Estes Park Events Complex with kids’ activities, crafts, holiday entertainment and more! Place: Downtown Estes Park & the Estes Park Events Complex Cost: Free Contact: www.VisitEstesPark.com/Events 970-577-9900

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Indie pop and alternative rock group Echosmith is comprised of four siblings: Sydney, Noah, Graham and Jamie Sierota. Best known for their hit “Cool Kids,” the group has been creating music together since childhood. Place: Budweiser Event Center Cost: $19.99-VIP Pricing Time: 6:30pm

December 6th-23rd: Photos with Santa, Loveland Bring the family down to the Outlets at Loveland to visit Santa at his home! Enjoy free photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Just be sure to bring your own camera! There will be a helper elf onsite to take a photo of your entire family! Feel free to stay as long as you need to get that perfect shot for the Holiday card! Place: The Outlets at Loveland, Suite 5645, next to Artsy Stamps & Paper Crafts Cost: Free Time: Saturdays and Sundays, 12-4pm

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December 6th-20th: Santa’s Workshop at Centerra Do you hear what I hear? It’s Jolly Ole Saint Nic and his sleigh returning to set up Santa’s Workshop at Centerra this holiday season. Santa is ready to listen to all the wishes of those who’ve been naughty and nice, and his Workshop will also feature complimentary ornament decorating, fresh baked cookies, coloring, horse drawn wagon rides and story time with Mrs. Claus. Guests of Santa’s Workshop are also encouraged to participate in Centerra’s Winter Clothing Drive to benefit Loveland’s House of Neighborly Service. All new and gently-used coats, hats, gloves, sweaters and all other cold weather clothing will be collected from December 6 through December 20 at The Group, Inc. Place: The Group, Inc. 5401 Stone Creek Circle Cost: Free Contact: Call 970.962.9990 for information.

December 13th: Tinsel Tavern Tour and the Dasher 5k, Estes Park December 15th-17th: Tony Orlando’s Great American Christmas, Johnstown World-renowned vocal artist Tony Orlando brings his incomparable energy and talent to the Candlelight Dinner Playhouse with his acclaimed Christmas show, “Great American Christmas” on December 15, 16 and 17, 2014.In a very limited threenight engagement, Tony will sing all of your holiday favorites and will also include his greatest hits from over 50 years in show business; “Candida”, “Knock Three Times”, “Tie a Yellow Ribbon”, “Sweet Gypsy Rose” and more. The concert also features a very special visit from Santa who brings his own brand of Christmas magic as he works with Tony on the true meaning on Christmas.

Get into the spirit and dig out your best holiday apparel with two festive events! Start with the Dasher 5K through Estes Park in your favorite ugly Christmas sweater or reindeer antlers. Before the 5K the little elves ages 8 and under can run the kids fun run, safely in a 400 yard dash. Then, in the evening, join the Tinsel Tavern Tour, taking the trolley to favorite Estes Park pubs for festive entertainment, fun games, costume contests and special holiday drinks. Dasher 5k Details: Place: Bond Park, Estes Park Cost: $40 adults, $20 12yrs. and under, Fun Run free! Time: 11am Contact: registration@epmarathon.org or call 970-214-4128 Tinsel Tavern Tour Details·

Place: Candlelight Dinner Playhouse, Johnstown, CO

Place: Starts at the Estes Park Resort

Cost: Starts at $54.50-$74.50 (with dinner)

Cost: Single Ticket: $30, Couple: $50

Time: Lobby opens at 5:30pm

Time: 6pm-11pm

Tickets: coloradocandlelight.com

Tickets: estes.thundertix.com/events/59941

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December 31st: New Year’s Eve Party at The Ice Rink

The Greeley Chorale. Everyday People. Amazing Music. Dr. Galen Darrough Artistic Director

Bring the entire family out for an unforgettable night of fun at The Ice Rink.Enjoy a variety of fun activities including: Ice Sculptures being carved at the event, Fire Dancer, Photo Booth, Face painting, giveaways and more. Regular Admission Applies for ice skatingThe Ice Rink admission includes skates: $7 Children 12 & Under, $8.50 AdultsRegular Ice Rink hours for Tuesday, Dec. 31 are 10am-10pm. All activities are outside, so please dress warm.

December 19th: The Greeley Chorale presents Wes Hael! And Happy Holidays!, Greeley No holiday season would be complete without a Greeley Chorale Holiday concert, and on Friday, December 19 at 7:30, The Chorale does just that with Wes Hael! And Happy Holidays!, at the Union Colony Civic Center, 701 10th Street in Downtown Greeley. A highlight of this concert will be a nod to the Greeley Chorale English Madrigal Feaste, a wildly popular Northern Colorado holiday tradition for 17 years. Special guest for this performance is a brass ensemble, led by former UNC Trumpet Professor Bill Pfund. In addition to the Madrigal music style, traditional holiday pieces will also be featured. The Chorale’s holiday concert is sponsored by The Good Samaritan Greeley Communities.

Place: Promenade Shops at Centerra Cost: Free Time: 6:00pm-10:00pm, Fireworks start at 8:00pm Contact: 970-461-1285t

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December 21st: Handel’s Messiah, Fort Collins Join Colorado Bach Ensemble’s Artistic Director and Conductor James Kim for the complete Watkins Shaw Edition of Handel’s Messiah. The Ensemble will hold performances throughout the region in Denver, Cherry Hills, Boulder, and Fort Collins. Don’t miss this holiday tradition! Place: Edna Rizley Griffin Concert Hall, 1400 Remington Street, Fort Collins Cost: $25 Adults, $5 Students Time: 4:00pm Tickets: coloradobachensemble.org

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Bring the family for Santa, shopping, shows, a life-size gingerbread house and more this holiday season

3. On the third day of Holiday Magic, come to Loveland for a life-size gingerbread village.

1. On the first day of Holiday Magic, come to Loveland for shopping deals, deals and more deals.

From Nov. 28 - Dec. 26, the Embassy Suites Loveland is home to a life-size (8’ x 12’ x 14’ tall) gingerbread house for the holidays, complete with fireplace, window box brimming with lollipops, and decorated with enough ribbon candy to wrap all the presents in Macy’s holiday displays. Embassy Suites chefs create each piece of the gingerbread house and build it for a holiday experience to remember for families. Come by the atrium anytime to visit this festive holiday village.

Ready to shop ‘til you drop and get amazing holiday deals? In the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland has shopping for everyone. Looking for guilt-free shopping? Try the Outlets at Loveland. The outlets opens up for Moonlight Madness at 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving night through 12 a.m. Crack the code to win a $25,000 Outlets at Loveland shopping spree. Look for your code in your local newspaper and bring it to the event to see if you are the big winner. Tons of other prizes await you. Great Black Friday deals and holiday specials are also available at the Promenade Shops at Centerra, Marketplace at Centerra and Thunder Mountain Harley-Davidson.

2. On the second day of Holiday Magic, come to Loveland for stories, breakfast and photos with Santa. Loveland is a great family getaway destination for the holidays. Be sure to join us for several special occasions to meet Santa. Jolly Old Saint Nick makes a stop to listen to all the wishes of those who’ve been naughty and nice at Centerra’s Santa’s Workshop at The Group, Dec. 6, 13 and 20. Come for complimentary photos with Santa, ornament decorating, fresh baked cookies, coloring, horse drawn wagon rides and story time with Mrs. Claus. Breakfast with Santa at the Promenade Shops at Centerra is Dec. 6, 13 and 20. For $10 per person (2 and under are free), join the celebration and receive a 5x7 photo with Santa, a goody bag for the children, hot breakfast buffet and door prize giveaways. Also at the Promenade Shops is Santa’s Home for the Holidays, select weekdays and weekends, Nov. 28 through Dec. 24. Parents are invited to bring their own cameras and take photos of their children with Santa free of charge. Free photos of Santa are also available at the Outlets at Loveland from noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 22 and 23. Thunder Mountain Harley-Davidson will be hosting free pictures with Santa on Dec. 13 and 20 along with other familyfriendly activities including face painting, coloring, free gift wrapping and holiday decoration stations.

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4. On the fourth day of Holiday Magic, come to Loveland for the Nutcracker, Mannheim Steamroller and more: The wonder of the holidays can be experienced through many gatherings and events this season. Take advantage of holidays you love. Here are some favorites, but check out our events calendar and find many others. Nov. 13 - Dec. 31: Miracle on 34th Street, Candlelight Dinner Theater Nov. 29: The Nutcracker, Rialto Theater Center

5. On the fifth day of Holiday Magic, come to Loveland for cozy winter cottages at Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch. Looking for a cozy winter getaway? Experience a Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch bunk and delicious home cooked breakfast. Warm cabins and guesthouses furnished with antiques in old west tradition and wood burning fireplaces are available in many units. Enjoy the new game room and add on horseback riding, wagon rides, campfires, hiking and more. One night stays at winter rate savings, start at $47 per person double occupancy. Ask about Sylvan Dale’s Romantic Getaway packages for couples, and extended guesthouse stays for families and friends. Add a truly memorable touch to your holiday festivities and join Sylvan Dale’s team of magnificent Belgian horses for a picturesque ride through Sylvan Dale Valley. $150 for up to 12 people.

6. On the sixth day of Holiday Magic, come to Loveland for warm, festive spirits and craft beer: Taste the holidays with some special flavors and blends from Loveland’s

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Loveland’s 12 Days of Holiday Magic

distilleries and craft breweries. Stop into a tasting room, schedule a tour or visit one of our local pubs or restaurants to experience a nice selection of delicious and award-winning brews, liquor and wines from Loveland and beyond this holiday season. For Thanksgiving, try Climb Hard Cider’s seasonal, ‘On Holiday,’ a combination of Cranberry Sweet cider and Cinnamon Apple cider. It’ll make you feel like you’re sitting around the table, celebrating the holiday with your loved ones. Stop by the Climb Hard Cider tasting room Friday-Sunday to fill your growler or have a glass. While at Blown Spoke Cider, head next door to Big Beaver Brewing to try their Espresso Stout and Chocolate Peppermint Stout. Spring44 Distilling offers holiday gift baskets with its signature spirits and fresh ingredients to make unforgettable cocktail creations. You can also take a Saturday tour of the distillery.

7. On the seventh day of Holiday Magic, come to Loveland for adventure and magic on the ice rink. The Ice Rink is a winter treasure at The Promenade Shops at Centerra, Loveland’s premier shopping and lifestyle center that is easy to reach at the crossroads of I-25 and Highway 34 in Loveland, Colo. The ice rink is open daily from Nov. 7 through Feb. 22, 2015. Learn more online, or by calling 970-66-SKATE.

8. On the eighth day of Holiday Magic, come to Loveland for the glow of the community tree lighting. This free, family-friendly event from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Dec. 3 will have everything needed to get into the holiday spirit: carriage rides, photo booth, Santa Claus, food vendors, face painting, and music. Afterwards head over to the Rialto Theater Center for the 1938 classic film A Christmas Carol followed by the 1989 hit, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.

9. On the ninth day of Holiday Magic, come to Loveland for romantic and family-friendly carriage rides. Snuggle with your loved ones or join family and friends on a complimentary, good ol’ fashioned horse drawn carriage ride down Main Street at the Promenade Shops at Centerra from noon – 4 p.m. Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14 and 21. All rides depart in front of the ice rink.

10. On the tenth day of Holiday Magic, come to Loveland for a beer and holiday light tour. Experience the best of Loveland craft breweries with the holiday magic of festive lights as NoCo Short Bus Tours takes you around Loveland for its holiday beer and light tour. This tour starts off touring east Loveland lights and a quick stop for a pint or tasters at Grimm Brothers Brewhouse or Verboten Brewing. Then cruise around and see some additional Loveland lights before making a stop downtown at Loveland Aleworks or Crow Hop Brewing. Book your tour now through NoCo Short Bus Tours.

11. On the eleventh day of Holiday Magic, come to Loveland for a Colorado Eagle’s hockey game. What better way to spend a Saturday night than watching a Colorado Eagles hockey game? The Eagles bring holiday fun for sports fans at the Budweiser Events Center for a sure-to-be high-intensity, actionpacked evening. Tickets start at only $16 for single-game seats so bring the entire family out to enjoy the game. While there, find Slapshot the mascot and get your picture taken with him.

12. On the twelfth day of Holiday Magic, come to Loveland for a memorable New Year’s Eve. Whether it is a night out with the family or an elegant themed celebration, Loveland has options for everyone. For families, head to New Year’s Eve at The Ice Rink, held at the Promenade Shops at Centerra. This family-friendly New Year’s night out from 6 –10 p.m. Dec. 31 includes ice skating, fun and a fireworks show at 8 p.m. An Evening at the Embassy; New Year’s Eve Bootlegger’s Ball hosted by Embassy Suites Loveland and My Big Day Events kicks off at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 31. Wear a 1920’s costume and get ready for a night to remember with tasty hors d’oeuvres, DJ, signature cocktails, onsite childcare services and discount room rates. The Twelve Days of Holiday Magic Brought to you by Visit Loveland Create your own adventure now at VisitLovelandCO.com.

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The ultimate black friday weekend at the Outlets at Loveland Black Friday Weekend Kickoff: Thanksgiving Night Start your holiday shopping early at the Outlets at Loveland! Black Friday weekend kicks off with a bang on Thanksgiving Night at 8pm. Did you pick up your insert from your local paper yet? A $25,000 shopping spree could be yours!

minute Black Friday Weekend deals! Enjoy fresh fudge from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory! Perhaps schedule a massage from Three Graces Spa during this weekend to get some much needed relaxation after shopping ‘til you drop. Three Graces Spa: Appointments only 970.619.8395

Moonlight Madness

Need somewhere to stay and stash all those deals?

You’ve picked up your insert, now it’s time to get to the Outlets! Crack the Code to win a $25,000 Shopping Spree to the Outlets at Loveland! Check the Fort Collins Coloradoan and other local newspapers for your newspaper insert with your unique code on it! It’s easy to win- just bring that insert with you on Thanksgiving Night from 8pm – Midnight to enter it into our vault to see if you’re the lucky winner! Check outletsatloveland.com for full details & Moonlight Madness store offers!

By now, you’re a seasoned vet. You’ve picked up so many deals and steals that you’re not sure you can carry anymore. Have no fear, the outlets has several nearby hotels to drop shopping bags midmorning, take a quick nap, and recharge in between that Moonlight Madness and Black Friday sales. There are, after all, a few hours the stores are closed.

Your turkey nap is over, now it’s time to shop, shop, shop! Get your Black Friday morning started off right! Outlets at Loveland will re-open at 7am until 9pm! Check outletsatloveland.com for Black Friday Sales!

Recharge, rehydrate, and re-sugar... you’ve got a weekend to finish! Enjoy our extended hours while you take advantage of those last 10 Thursday, November 27, 2014

Check out these hotels for deals: Hampton Inn- 970.593.1400 Residence in by Marriot- 970.622.7000 Embassy Suites- 970.593.6200 Best Western Plus- 970.667.7810 Comfort Inn- 970.593.0100 La Quinta Inn- 970.622.8600 Candlewood Suites- 970.667.5444 Fairfield Inn- 9703.461.1000 Holiday Inn- 970.663.0057 Your Black Friday shopping plans brought to you by the Outlets at Loveland. Visit outletsatloveland.com for store sales all weekend long!

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YOUR SEASON OF

Wonder

A wish for Santa. Holiday traditions that spark imagination. Entertainment on ice. Celebrate, skate, shop and stay in Loveland this holiday season. Embrace holiday magic with The Nutcracker or Miracle on 34th Street. Wander through a magical, life-size gingerbread village at the Embassy Suites. Have breakfast with Santa. Catch a Colorado Eagles professional hockey game or rock out to Gavin DeGraw and other acts at the Budweiser Events Center’s Jingle Jam. Find that perfect holiday gift or stocking stuffer in northern Colorado’s shopping mecca with the Marketplace at Centerra, downtown boutiques and the Outlets at Loveland. Shop AND ice skate at The Promenade Shops at Centerra. Holidays you love are in the heart of northern Colorado.

Plan now at www.VisitLovelandCO.com/LovelandHolidays

VISITORS CENTER • 970.667.3882

I-25 at US 34 • Loveland Exit 257

Colorado Eagles Hockey Budweiser Events Center

The Ice Rink at The Promenade Shops at Centerra Now open through February

99.9 the Point Jingle Jam 2014 Budweiser Events Center December 4th

Santa’s Workshop at Centerra The Group, Inc. – Loveland December 6,13,20

The Nutcracker Rialto Theater Center November 29th

Miracle on 34 th Street Candlelight Dinner Theater November 13- December 31

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Photo courtesy of The Promenade Shops at Centerra

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Date night at The Promenade Shops at Centerra Steal away from the mandated family dinners, parties, and other holiday events and bring your sweetheart to The Promenade Shops at Centerra for a getaway in your own backyard!

Start Things Off with a Seasonal Skate Whether your a seasoned vet or the thought of strapping something to your feet that will only slip you acroos the ice faster scares you, give the ice rink a try. Admission includes skates, but an arm to hang on is up to you. Be sure to bundle up, both for warmth and in case you take a spill. The rink is open daily, Mon-Fri 2-9pm, Sat 10am9pm, and Sun 11am-6pm.

Warm Up Your Mitts Enjoy a gelatte or hot chocolate from the shop next door, or swing into Harry and David’s for to sample some sweet holiday treats. You deserve it, after all, science says being in the cold helps you burn calories faster, and you wouldn’t want to miss an opportunity to replenish!

Give Your Legs a Rest Now that you’ve had your fill of confections and provided you survived feeling like a kid again, get in line for the free Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride. Spend some time cuddling and taking in the sites. Make sure you put your phone on airplane mode, too, this is all about you and your sweetie. Carriage rides are Sundays, Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21, from 12-4pm.

Catch Dinner at One of Promenade’s Eight Restaurants No matter the flavor you’re craving, make a reservation or go a little

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more casual at one of Promenade’s favorite dining spots: Bent Fork, the grill: 970-613-9333 Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano: 970-663-0100 Cafe Athens: 970-619-8467 East Coast Pizza: 970-663-5787 On the Border: 970-776-8898 P.F. Chang’s China Bistro: 970-622-9313 Red Robin: 970-203-0878 Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery: 970-622-2077

Enjoy a Show After your big day of activities, cuddle up to the latest box office sensation at the MetroLux 14 Theatre. With stadium seating, all digital production and sound, and listening devices available, this is a place for everyone to enjoy a show. With ticket pricing from $5.50-$9.00 you can make the end to your night affordable and fun! This date night brought to you by the Promenade Shops at Centerra, where it’s more than just shopping. It’s an experience for you that’s far from anything you could have anticipated. Breathe in the fresh air while strolling through the open atmosphere of our Lifestyle Center located in the heart of Northern Colorado at the I-25 and US Highway 34 interchange. Visit any one of our dog friendly stores, notable restaurants or simply enjoy a leisurely walk. Let the environment surround you - fountains, fine sculpture, stunning architecture and the best shopping and dining all in one place. With over 70 specialty shops and restaurants to choose from, The Promenade Shops at Centerra has something for everyone. thepromenadeshopsatcenterra.com

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What to do with your family and those out-of-town guests this season At Centerra,everything in this vibrant community thrives with free events to get you out and about to enjoying family time together this season — a great way to entertain those hard-to-please relatives and guests too!

Try A One-of-A-Kind Wintery Sculpture Walk Do you Chapungu (pronounced Cha-poon-goo)? A new movement in an award-winning master-planned community started at Centerra with Chapungu Sculpture Park. Called Urban Naturalism, the park merges culture and nature with Northern Colorado’s premier commercial and shopping areas to create an experience that transcends the usual. Visitors can enjoy a sanctuary from the everyday and stroll the 26-acre Sculpture Park at Centerra, the only permanent exhibit of its kind in the U.S. Located just east of The Promenade Shops at Centerra off Centerra Parkway and Hwy. 34 in Loveland, the public park features 82 African stone sculptures carved by artists from Zimbabwe. The artwork is positioned among a 1.5 nature walking trail, natural wetlands, open space and serves as a perfect community gathering place for all ages.

Have Someone Who Loves to Shop? Visit the Marketplace at Centerra As the largest outdoor shopping center in Northern Colorado, The Marketplace at Centerra offers complete convenience in one easy-to-find location. With 35 shops, cafes and restaurants, The Marketplace features Target, Staples, Old Chicago, Bed Bath & Beyond, Old Navy, JoAnn’s, Marshalls, Mimi’s Café, Starbucks, and Sportsman’s Warehouse, among others. The Promenade

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Shops at Centerra and Outlets of Loveland are just a few minutes away to continue your shopping frenzy.

Pack Up the Hot Chocolate, Strap on the Snow Shoes and Enjoy the Outdoors! Centerra enriches all who visit, live and work here with its 275 acres of lakes and open space that are home to wildlife, wetlands, and waterfront trails. Centerra offers more than four miles of waterfront trails that connect its visitor as well as its residential and commercial users to walkable trails surrounding Equalizer Lake and Houts Reservoir that extend to the University of Colorado Health-Medical Center of the Rockies campus. As a gateway to scenic Rocky Mountain National Park, Centerra is near numerous recreational opportunities such as camping, hiking, fly fishing, boating and rafting. Snow or sunshine, grab your walking shoes, bikes, binoculars or camera and visit the Centerra Trail System to explore a new exciting place!

Sunday is a Fun Day! Enjoy a Family Scavenger Hunt with Loveland’s Hearts! Centerra is home to five hearts in the Loveland Heart Program. Visitors and Northern Colorado residents can find hearts throughout the city regardless of the time of year. In 2007 a local project called Loveland: A City with HeART™ was born by a local non-profit group to create monumental hearts made of fiberglass that stand five feet tall and four and a half feet wide that. Each heart is individually designed and painted by local Loveland artists with businesses and individuals sponsoring a heart of their selection. There are currently more than 18 of these hearts displayed around town including one at the

entrance of the Loveland Chamber and Visitors Center at Centerra. Be sure to stop by the Center and grab a map to begin your fun adventure across town.

Need Some Extra Room for Those Holiday Guests? A warm complimentary continental breakfast awaits guests at Centerra’s Hotels Centerra is home to three hotels. All properties were recently remodeled and offer indoor pools, complimentary continental breakfast, and are within walking distance to more than two dozen restaurants and retail stores to make you feel right at home. Try: Centerra Hotels / Residence Inn by Marriott, Fairfield Inn & Suites, or the Hampton Inn.

Capture Memories this Holiday at Centerra’s Santa Workshop! Do you hear what I hear? It’s Jolly Ole Saint Nic and his sleigh returning to set up Santa’s Workshop at Centerra this holiday season. Santa is ready to listen to all the wishes of those who’ve been naughty and nice, and his Workshop will also feature complimentary ornament decorating, fresh baked cookies, coloring, horse drawn wagon rides and story time with Mrs. Claus. December 6th, 13th, 20th: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at The Group Inc., 5401 Stone Creek Circle, Loveland Your guide to holiday entertaining brought to you by Centerra, a McWhinney developed master-planned community located in Loveland, Co. Experience a great place that offers a perfect balance of shopping, dining and nature from daily necessities to unique experiences, visit Centerra.com.

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The Perfect Family Outing Whatever the size or shape of your family, why not play hooky and catch up with a picture-perfect holiday themed day?!

Turn Off the Alarm It’s Friday morning, sneak into everyone’s room and turn off their alarm (or cellphone). It’s time to sleep in! While your loved ones get a few extra ZZZ’s, tip toe your jolly self out to Johnson’s Corner and pick up some of their World Famous Cinnamon Rolls. Want to be lazy with them? Order online and have them shipped to your door at johnsonscorner.com

Create Your Own Decor Now that you’ve all had your share of sugary goodness, it’s time to put those cellphones on airplane and turn off the TV. Pull out some wool crafts you picked up at The Black Sheep Wool Shop in Windsor or finally get to that hand-print wreath you pinned months ago. Be silly and have fun spending time together.

Get Your Wayne Gretzky On You’ve spent enough time indoors, now is the chance to get out and enjoy the snow and get some great Instagram shots! Head out to the Promenade Shops at Centerra and rent some ice skates to relive your days as a hockey god, Olympic medalist, or speed skater. When you’re finished, pop into Paciugo Gelato shop for a peppermint mocha or hot chocolate. Stop for a small, healthy snack at one of the shops in the area, but not too much, you wouldn’t want to spoil your dinner!

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up (and sneak in a quick nap) and dress up in their holiday best. Think classic Scott plaids, bows, satin, velvet — everything little girls dream of. If you want to take a more trendy approach, visit Vintage Willows in downtown Loveland ahead of time and surprise your favorite girl with a beautiful piece to top off her outfit. Just make sure the crew is ready to go by 5pm, sharp! You’ve got a show to get to.

The Grand Finale Chances are, everyone is sufficiently impressed with the day you planned (go ahead, take the credit), but when you arrive at the theater on the hill, you’re going to take the cake! Dinner seating begins at the Candlelight Dinner Playhouse at 6:00pm, just enough time for everyone to realize what you’ve done. You’ve brought them the best holiday tradition you could think of, Miracle on 34th Street, the musical. This heartwarming musical features a score by Meredith Wilson (The Music Man and Unsinkable Molly Brown) and is faithfully based on the well-loved Christmas movie of the same name. Miracle tells us the classic story of how a white-bearded gentleman, claiming to be the real Santa Claus, brings about a genuine Miracle on 34th Street – spreading a wave of love throughout New York City: fostering camaraderie between Macy’s and Gimbel’s Department Stores, convincing a divorced, cynical single mother, her somber daughter and the entire state of New York that Santa Claus is no myth. Tickets: coloradocandlelight.com Go ahead, pat yourself on the back. You did it. You created the best day. The Ultimate Family Date Day was brought to you by the Candlelight Dinner Playhouse; get your season tickets and explore all that the theater on the hill has to offer at coloradocandlelight.com.

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Northern Colorado Holiday Guide Induldge their quirkly side with these owl shapbed wallets $22.99 Closet 503 Windsor FEATURED Surprise the needlework enthusiast in your life with a custom designed basket from The Black Sheep Wool Shop Windsor

Give a Hot Cocoa Tower or the bestselling Double Chocolate Fudge Hot Cocoa Mix. Starting at $10.95. Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Loveland

Decorate your mantle for the holidays with this carved nativity set. Lil Flowershop Windsor

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FEATURED ‘Choose a Path Worth Following’ with bicycle Tees and long-sleeve tops from the Grey House for men and women. Custom tops start at $26. Visit this mountain boutique for cozy and active living items this season. The Grey House Estes Park

She’ll love these Tagua necklaces and earrings from Equador starting at $11.99 or Cowhoof Jewlery starting at $17.99 Closet 503 Windsor

Milagro soaps Horsetails and Buttercups Windsor

FEATURED Vinifera and hybrid blends come together to create a wine to share with your favorite CSU alumni! ramspointwinery.com Ram’s Point Wine Grand Junction

For the crafter on the go. This African Basket tote and ring of Paper Brown Packages embroidery floss will set them on thier way to their next project. Stitchen Den Estes Park

Create a personalized gift from your child with this handprint plate. Plates will be ready for pickup 1 week after creation. Artisan You Loveland

FEATURED Originally and local made in Windsor, Co. Support this great state we live in by showing your pride with a Colorado sunflower. Turquoise & Tangerine Boutique Loveland

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Celebrate baby’s first year in Colorado with these adorable wood land creature-themed rompers and baby book. Grey House Estes Park

FEATURED Grab your friends, coworkers, or your significant other and join the party this holiday season at Picasso and Wine. It will be a stressfree evening of entertaining art instruction. You’ll go home with a painting that is “creatively yours,” and hopefully see an artistic side that you will want to explore. Picasso and Wine Windsor

FEATURED Get the outdoor enthusiasts in your life the only RMNP Centennial licensed gear this season. T-shirts, mugs, and other items, all with the specially designed logos will go fast! The Shirt Rack Estes Park

Two of the Many Kat designed greeting cards by local artist Pamela McCarville of Evans, CO. $3 Moon Kats Tea Shoppe Estes Park

FEATURED Replace that old sofa sleeper mattress that your mom hates and give her a mattress she decides the comfort level of. She won’t ever want to leave! Was $249- Now $149! Save $100! Innomax

Vinage costume jewelry including this handmade Avon necklace. Horsetails and Buttercups Windsor

You choose air, water, memory foam, coils or latex! Any support you want for only $799! Sleep in luxury on our Nouveau Mattress and save money too! Made in the USA. Queen Size mattress. Innomax

Give the crafter in your life a holdiay treat with this holiday themed needlepoint and frame. Stitchen Den Estes Park

Make it a complete outfit with Gou in LA jeans, $69.99; animal print blouse, $24.99; and a cami, 1 for $10 or 3 for $20. Closet 503 Windsor

Dura Soft Satin Sheets. Made in USA. Won’t come off till you take them off. Multiple colors available. Was $90. Now $50. Innomax Loveland

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Faux Fur lined bomber jacket, $29.99 Closet 503 Windsor

FEATURED Lexington Edgemere Arm Chair $1599; Lexington Edgemere Ottoman $749 Price will vary on fabric selection. Interior Design Concepts Windsor

Great gifts for tea lovers. Scottish caramel Toffee Pu-erh Tea, Imaginarium 42 Kat Mug, Kattitude Tea Pot and Tea Jelly Blueberry Red. Starting at $7.95 Moon Kats Tea Shoppe Estes Park

Not sure what to bring to your holiday party host? Get a Chocolate Dessert Plate from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory with an array of delicious chocolates. Includes a beautiful holiday plate to use for many more guests in the future. Only $15.95 Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Loveland Mona B Bags made in the USA. Horsetails and Buttercups Windsor

For the serious crafter in your life, consider these Alp Oriental Skeins, instructional books, and Marlotz Needle Set. Stitchen Den Estes Park

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Keep the kiddos warm and adorable with a Sock Monkey Jacket. The Dam Store Loveland Greet visitors with this happy santa and warm sentiment. Simply Home Windsor

Many unique styles of Jewelry and accessories including locally handcrafted items. Turquoise & Tangerine Boutique Loveland

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Exclusively at Brownfield’s — Rocky Mountain National Park Centennial Elk crewneck, longsleeved tee, hoodie and short sleeved tees. Awesome prices! Brownfield’s Estes Park

Be in style this winter with these unique bamboo texting gloves, knit scarf, headwrap and many styles of leg warmers. Turquoise & Tangerine Boutique Windsor

Fruit Bouquets for any occasion. We deliver. Fresh Cut Fruits in Loveland Loveland

Holiday ribbon for trees, wreaths and more. Simply Home Windsor

Each Found Object Necklace is hand crafted using authentic vintage objects such as skeleton keys, wooden nickels, game pieces and more. The Grey House Estes Park

Christmas is in the air with these Voluspa Candles. Simply Home Windsor

FEATURED Fun toys from the 50’s, 60’s and groovy toys from the 70’s such as lava lamps. Nana Bea’s offers old fashioned candies, coffee, sandwiches, and most importantly, ice cream and sodas for you to enjoy this season! Nana Bea’s Windsor

Enjoy the holidays with these Colorado themed items: backpack, ornaments and convertible mittens. The Dam Store

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