Special Events

8/20 NEW! Kidchella: Music & Art Festival

A festival all about kids, family and fun! The day includes fun performances, carnival games, arts and crafts, games from the Mobile Recreation Trailer, face painting, food trucks and more. Questions: 970.962.2336 Info: lovgov.org/kidchella Location: North Lake Park, Hammond Amphitheater Sa 8/20 3:00-7:00P FREE

Stage performance line-up:

3:15–3:45P Fort Collins Circus Center Learn and have FUN with Fort Collins Circus performers after their show with hula hooping, juggling and more! 4:15–4:45P Master of Magic Be AMAZED during this magic show! Then see magic up close as Master of Magic Will Mannsz wanders the crowd after his performance. 5:30–6:30P Doctor Noize Join the energetic antics of Cory, aka Doctor Noize. Kids may be selected to go onstage to participate in the show!

National Senior Citizens Day 8/21

National Senior Citizens Day recognizes the achievements of the more mature representatives of our nation. It provides an opportunity to show our appreciation for their dedication, accomplishments and services they give throughout their lives. Visit the following restaurants on Sun, 8/21 and the Chilson Senior Center will receive a percentage of their sales: Tilted Barrel Brew Pub, CJ's Patio Grill, Loveland Breakfast Club, El Cielo Mexican Restaurant, McGraff's American Grill and Loveland Coffee Company. Bring a friend and support our local restaurants and our Loveland seniors!

Outdoor Yoga in the Park Thru 8/27

Enjoy the fresh air! All fitness levels. Bring a yoga mat/beach towel. Drop in using a Chilson pass (including SilverSneakers® or Renew Active passes) or a 10-Visit pass. No payments taken at the park. Instr: Jessica Auman | Location: Mehaffey Park, 3285 W. 22nd St.

Age: 14+ By the playground; weather permitting

Sa 6/4-8/27 8:15-9:15A Chilson pass

Celebrate Loveland Trails Day 9/10

Come celebrate Loveland’s trails co-sponsored by the Colorado Lottery. There will be maps, information materials, free bike checks, giveaways, lottery tickets and more. The City will be awarded the Lottery’s Starburst Award for the completion of the trail along 57th Street. Participants are encouraged to walk or ride to the event. Location: Sunset Vista Natural Area, 1323 W. 57th St., Loveland Sa 9/10 9:00-11:00A FREE

Harvest Bazaar 9/10

Join us at this fundraising event for the Chilson Senior Advisory Committee where proceeds benefit the Senior Center scholarship program for Loveland seniors. Browse the craft tables for handmade gifts. Purchase fall produce and enjoy chili and delicious pie! Produce donations accepted beginning 9/8. Crafters needed–call to inquire. Location: Chilson Senior Center Questions: 970.962.2783 Sa 9/10 9:00A-1:30P FREE to browse Meal Deal (chili, pie and drink) $6 in advance | $7 at door Coffee & Pie (while supplies last) $2

NEW! Puppapoolooza Min/Max: 10/999/10

A DOG swim party at the POOL complete with pooch prizes and lots of tennis balls! All friendly dogs welcome. Dogs must be at least 6 months old, legally licensed, vaccinated and wearing a visible dog license. Don’t forget to bring their favorite flying disc! Location: Winona Outdoor Pool, 1615 Fourth St. SE Sa 9/10 10:00A-12:00P $6/dog 304000-1

Honey Festival 9/11

Enjoy honey vendors and learn about health and nutritional benefits. Kids will have FUN in the busy bee kid zone and can study bees in the observation beehive! Experience the mead garden with Dragon Meadery and MeadKrieger Meadery (10A-12:30P while supplies last). Questions: 970.962.2446 or lovgov.org/honeyfestival Location: Fairgrounds Park, 700 S. Railroad Ave. Su 9/11 9:00A-1:00P FREE

Senior Fishing Derby 9/14

Enjoy the Senior Fishing Derby co-sponsored by the Loveland Fishing Club and City of Loveland. Fishing license, poles and other equipment provided. Free food & prizes! Fish cleaned for you or catch and release. Must sign waiver. Transportation on your own. Questions: 970.962.2783 Register: At the Chilson Senior Center Age: 60+ Location: Flatiron Reservoir, 1800 SCR 31, Loveland W 9/14 9:00A-1:00P FREE

City of Loveland Farmers Market Thru 9/25

Voted one of the 10 best farmers markets in Colorado! Farm-fresh produce, baked goods, food trucks, crafters & entertainment. SNAP accepted. Questions: 970.962.2336 or lovgov.org/farmersmarket

Su | 6/5–9/25 | 9:00A–1:00P | Fairgrounds Park, pavilions 1 & 2

8/14 Watermelon Daze Watermelon bowling, watermelon eating contest, watermelon drinks w/Loveland Aleworks (10A–12:30P). Learn the Watermelon Crawl at 10:30A. 8/28, 9/25 Artist Market Discover artists for a one-of-a-kind find! 9/25 Pumpkin Party Pumpkin decorating, themed games & pumpkin beer w/Big Thompson Brewery (10A–12:30P).

Glow & Go Family Bike Ride 10/1

Let's glow! Join this guided bike ride for families. Come early to decorate your bike with glow sticks. Strider bikes, scooters and strollers welcome. Pre-registration requested; check-in at 5:30P. Location: Fairgrounds Park, 700 S. Railroad Ave. Sa 10/1 6:30P $7 indiv, $32 family 451224

10/7 & 10/8 Ski & Sports Swap

SELL old stuff! BUY new stuff! Sell your gently used equipment or buy great ski and sports equipment at a fraction of the cost. Discounted lift tickets and food trucks. No consignor registration fee. Earn higher percentage with volunteer hours! Questions: 970.962.2336 or lovgov.org/skiswap Location: Chilson Recreation Center F 10/7 4:30-5:30P NEW! VIP Entry Only, $5 Must purchase in advance; limited # of VIP passes #451902 5:30-8:30P General admission (no entry fee) Sa 10/8 9:00A-2:00P General admission (no entry fee) 12:00-2:00P Closeout pricing (select vendors)

Dive-In Movie Night 10/14

Enjoy Luca (PG) while floating in the Chilson pool with your friends. Bring a float and create lasting memories! Location: Chilson Pool F 10/14 7:00-9:00P Daily fee/Chilson pass

Halloween GPS Geocaching 10/15

Get your family and friends outside for a spooky Halloween treasure hunt using GPS units to solve clues at North Lake Park. Each session begins with a brief orientation on how to use the GPS. You may need to complete additional challenges along the route. Bring water, snacks and dress for the weather; closed-toed shoes encouraged. Location: North Lake Park, 2750 N. Taft Ave.

*1 fee for up to 5 people; adult must be present at all times.

Sa 10/15 10:00-11:30A $35* 452910-1 12:00-1:30P $35* 452910-2 2:00-3:30P $35* 452910-3

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11/1 Chilson 35-Mile Challenge

Celebrate Chilson's 35th anniversary with a 35-mile challenge! Beginning 11/1, you have 50 days to complete the challenge with the option to do it on foot (walking or running), bike (stationary or group exercise) or in the water (swimming or lazy river water walking). You may mix and match activities with this self-tracking challenge. Register and pick up your mileage log at the Chilson front desk - available beginning 10/28. Successfully complete the 35-mile challenge and get an awesome prize! BONUS - complete weekly challenges along the way for a chance to win prizes.

Age: 12+

11/1-12/19 $35 499935-1

11/4 Glow Swim Party

Come swim in the pool where the lights are dim and the party is bright. Get your glow on with glow games, photo booth, DJ dance party and much more! Location: Chilson pool

All ages

F 11/4 7:00-9:00P Daily fee/Chilson pass

Adult Sock Hop Dance 11/11 Min/Max: 5/150

Join in the FUN with a 50's Sock Hop! Dinner and root beer floats will be served along with 50's music. Bring a friend and dress up for the occasion if you'd like. Location: Hickory/Maple/Spruce

Age: 21+

F 11/11 6:00-9:00P $7 491101-1

11/25 #OptOutside Guided Hike

Join in the fifth annual #OptOutside Mariana Butte Hill Climb on Black Friday. Open Lands & Trails staff and volunteers lead a guided hike along the trails at Mariana Butte and Hidden Hogback Trail, with options to summit the Butte. Dress for the weather. Bring binoculars and cameras, and take in the views from the summit. The last part of summit climb is steep and has rocky terrain; there may be a wait depending on the number of hikers. Registration/More Info: offero.cityofloveland.org Location: Mariana Butte, 701 Clubhouse Dr.

All ages

F 11/25 9:30-11:00A FREE

12/21 Winter Solstice Celebration

This solstice celebration is an opportunity to honor the rhythms of nature and our hopes for growing light in our world. Winter solstice is the astronomical first day of winter and has the fewest hours of sunlight, making it the shortest day of the year. Join us for this early morning as we celebrate the rebirth of the sun! Registration/More Info: offero.cityofloveland.org Location: River's Edge Natural Area, 960 W. First St.

All ages

W 12/21 6:30-7:15A FREE