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Contents
Volume 19 No. 4
Articles titled in blue are great reading for kids, green for directories.
From the Publisher...................................................................... 5
Cover Story—Marco Volckens.............. 5 Healing Through Community................. 6
Kids’ Planet............................................................... 8
Restaurant Review.................................. 10
Saving For A Rainy Day............................................... 14
Izzy’s Garden.......................................................... 16 News about Town............................................... 18
Tips For Photographing Kids.................. 19 Winter Wisdom.................................................. 20 Avery’s Avid-Reader Corner............................. 21
What Do I Do Now, Romona?.......................... 22 Best Toys for the Best Christmas............. 24
HELPFUL SERVICES DIRECTORY............................. 25
Natural Highs
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Child Care/Preschool DIRECTORY........ 28–32 Private school DIRECTORY............................. 33–34 Health care Directory.......................................... 35
Health Tips....................................................................... 35
Birthday Party Directory
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AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS................................. 38–41
Winter Calendar of Events........................................ 42–45 Editor in Chief - Jennifer Martin Totally Cool Cover Art -Marco Volckens Best in the World Printers - Longmont Daily Times-Call Advertising Director - Greig Robertson Distribution Gurus - Impact Distribution Official Mascot - Indie To Perfection Editing & Proofing (really the gal is so good!) - Linda Carlson The Most Awesome Web Designer - Bolderwomen: www.bolderwomen.com
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here is a lot to talk about in this issue. We have articles relating to our recent floods with lists of resources we hope can be helpful to you. Please check our website at Bouldercountykids.com for a resource page for flood links, our health tips on page 35, and our NEWS ABOUT TOWN section with special thanks to the many businesses and people that have stepped up for our community. We wish everyone a very happy holiday and our best to you and your family.
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Cover Story: Marco Volckens
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ur cover artist is Marco Volckens. He is 10 years old and is in the 5th grade at Pioneer Elementary School in Lafayette. He has two kittens, Pippy and Little Gray, one adult cat, Nigel, and a Puggle by the name of Finney. Marco really likes music, P.E., and technology classes. He has studied art with Lika Gitis for the last three years and just finished donating a painting to Habitat for Humanity. His favorite food is pizza, and his favorite restaurant is Zolo in Boulder. Marco’s movie picks are any of the Harry Potter movies. He likes a lot of shows on Cartoon Network, but his favorite is Dragons: Defenders of Berk. As for music, anything by Beethoven makes him happy, and he studies the piano with Shari Griswold and is learning to play the violin. He wants to study music in college and eventually teach. Marco really, really loves to ride his bike. His favorite things about winter are sledding and snow days.
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Healing through Community I
by Jessica Dancingheart
t is in my work that I see the power of everyday people helping one another heal. Recently, I read The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog. An incredible book about the neuroscience of childhood trauma and the ways in which community can help people who have experienced unthinkable events have healthy lives. I liked the book, because it explains that when a person becomes aware of a problem and asks for help, they can become more whole. I have seen this in my work many times. It is a book of hope, conveyed through a series of stories about different children who have experienced acute and chronic distress. The authors underscore that while certain unhealthy circuits become deeply grooved
in the brain, they can also be rewired and cured. The healing is possible when children are immersed in healthy relationships and communities. And healthy relationships happen when the traumatic events are no longer secrets, and they are dealt with. In that naming process, anybody can participate in the restoration of well-being. While reading the book, I was reminded of a favorite quote of mine, “When we learn to harness the power of the heart, we will have discovered fire for the second time.� It was so apparent to me that the power of the heart can be harnessed when we dare to name the elephant and act vulnerably.
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This was poignantly illustrated through the tale of a young boy whose brain developed irregularly because he did not experience attachment to a primary adult caregiver until after he was adopted at age three. By the time he entered school, developmentally he was all over the map, and his classmates had a hard time relating to him. While intellectually he was “advanced,� socially he acted like a toddler. His classmates became afraid of him—because his behavior was unfamiliar. As it is unfortunately the case at times, fear translates to bullying behavior. And, this boy was bullied. With the intervention of a child trauma therapy team, the boy’s brain development was understood and therapeutic methods were put into place. Surprisingly, the most effective therapy came from the boy’s classmates—the same ones who bullied him. The boy’s therapist, the primary author of the book, went into the boy’s classroom, and with the boy’s consent, described how the boy’s brain developed at different rates. The therapist explained how positive life
experiences help the brain develop steadily. Different development rates in different regions of the brain lead to varied skill levels, and because the boy did not have many interactions with other kids, he did not how to play with them. Suddenly for the classmates, what was different and scary became understandable, and they all began to befriend him and taught him the skills he did not have, so his brain could develop. I see this type of dynamic play out regularly. When light is shed on secrets, or the unfamiliar is explained, people feel empowered and inspired to effect change. So, I encourage you as a parent to teach your children to be curious and to learn and to name those things that are unfamiliar and therefore scary. I imagine you will find that just as for the little boy whose classmates stepped up when the unknown became a known, you and your children will experience a manageability and hope around what may have seemed hopeless or scary. Jessica Dancingheart is a mother, communication coach, and the founder of Opening to Possibilities. She gets a thrill out of watching her clients become empowered. She enjoys facilitating the “aha� moment, as her clients realize that they have many choices, as they employ her tools to tap into their own strengths and values. Call (303) 589-8420 or visit www. OpeningToPossibilities.com to learn more about her services.
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e have recently seen an amazing amount of rain in Boulder County, and the flood damage has indeed been very serious in some areas, destroying homes, roads, and trails. Many places got at least 18 inches of rain in less than a week. It
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has been reported that this was at least a 500-year rain event, which means that we should only see this happen once every 500 years! But, many scientists who have been working on climate change warn us that we can expect a lot more extremes like this in the weather. This means that we may see heavy rains much more often, like the ones we just had. On the other hand, it also means that we may see longer periods of drought, too. So there likely will be big swings in the climate, from, lots of rain to lack of rain. The United Nations IPCC, which stands for Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, is made up of scientists from many different countries, including the United States of America. Their new 5-year report says that with 95% certainty global warming is due to human activity. For example, this
would include things like exhaust from our cars or furnaces and smoke from power plants that burn coal or natural gas. The carbon dioxide (CO2) that is released becomes part of the Earth’s atmosphere. It traps reflected heat from the sun. We call this the “greenhouse effect,” which causes global warming. This has made our winters in Colorado less cold. Because of this the pine beetle has thrived, causing massive die-off of our evergreen forests in the mountains. The opposite of too much rain is drought, which results in grass and underbrush becoming very dry and subject to fire. If lightning or a careless human starts a fire, it can burn thousands of acres of forest, especially those that have become dry and brittle from heavy beetle-kill. In Boulder County, we have had several severe fires
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gies and sensitivities. Another plus is that I felt like I was eating in a restaurant that caters to all ages, but isn’t a burger joint (a regular go-to for our family). The food is fresh authentic Italian with great flavor and presentation. We decided to try the mozzarella bar tasting menu and tried 3 of the 4 types of fresh mozzarella plus some vegetables that I was happily surprised everyone ate. Generally my family won’t eat tomatoes, but they all tasted them and liked the green tomato marmalade. They also tried the marinated zucchini and liked that, too. Next we moved on to salads, these were very good, and my picky eater shared a beet salad with her dad, another victory! Dinner came, and we all shared our dishes to try many flavors. I think in the end we all enjoyed our original order. I really enjoyed the fresh house-made pasta— yum. My picky eater, who always complains when I serve marinara with pasta, ordered her red sauce dish with peppers and sausage and loved it. As a mother, I rejoice each time she overcomes another hurdle and finally finds a taste she can enjoy that is healthy.
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It is a rare find to visit a restaurant which appeals to both your family and your adult taste. Over half of the tables had children of all ages, and the rest where filled with couples. It is a long way from Parma, Italy, the restaurants namesake. Many of their ingredients, such as their cheese, ham and prosciutto come from Italy. In a short 18 months they have nearly perfected a wide range of Italian favorites celebrating the owner’s homeland. I had the pollo valdostana ,which was beautifully plated and very tasty. As we usually do, plates rotated around the table, and we all sampled various dishes, My order was the favorite. The surprise was how many new things my daughter, Princess Picky, tried and liked. She liked the green tomato marmalade combined with fresh burrata mozzarella as part of a mozzarella bar plate. While they are sensitive to the kids, they do not treat them as second class. They
have half-orders of some dishes instead of a kid’s menu. They are sensitive to those with food challenges. They offer gluten-free pasta and pizzas and make their base pesto dipping sauce for their homemade foccacia bread without dairy or nuts. One pleasant surprise was the desserts. Prior to going, we googled Parma and saw a few comments relating to the lack of dessert choices. This is not the case, we had creme brûlée and chocolate mousse. Both were silky smooth and rich. The creme brûlée had a splash of Grand Marnier, adding a surprising and enjoyable hint of fruit. It is a bit off the beaten path, tucked away in a mixed inward-facing center south of Lowes in Louisville right off highway 36. The food is memorable, I will bring back one of my foodie friends from Denver in the near future. Prices are moderate and reasonable and frankly a good value for quality and experience. Parking is ample right outside the door only a few steps in bad weather. All in all, Parma is on par and competes with many of our favorite places in Boulder and downtown Longmont while being a slightly hidden neighborhood gem.
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Parma Trattoria is a small and lively Italian restaurant in Louisville. Their food is exquisite, and each dish is in between ten and fifteen dollars. This restaurant has this fantastic mozzarella bar that features four different kinds of mozzarella, with a variety of toppings. Pretty soon, you are stuffing your face with
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fantastic mozzarella. Then, of course, you have you salads, which are to die for. They had a great Caesar salad, and they also had a beet salad that was amazing. Next came the main courses. All of the pastas we tried were great! The chicken plate was so good! This is a place that just serves great food. The dessert was fantastic, even after we had all entered into our food comas. Parma is a place that I would recommend to anyone. On a scale of one to five I would definitely give it a five a hundred times over.
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When I was a baby, I was lactose intolerant. Today I am just sensitive to milk products. Regretably I have to avoid Italian food altogether, because Alfredo sauce and Italian cheeses are too tempting. The most amazing foods at Parma are its milk-, nut-free bread and pesto items. With my milk issue I should stay away, but I feasted anyway. I couldn’t help but partake in the saltysweet battle that melted my heart and exploded my taste buds. I highly recommend the rigatoni salciccia pasta, it is AMAZING. I am not a tomato sauce or tomato person, but I loved it. I personally enjoyed trying all the different types of mozzarella, my favorite being Bufala. Lastly the true high of my night was when I tried crème brûlée for the first time. It was light and fluffy, with a hint of orange. I would highly recommend going there if you ever have a chance. Parma was a great and sensuous experience. I did try everything that night and had to deal with my issues the next day. Publishers Note: Parma has many gluten-free and nut-free items on their menu. Also, do check out Pinque Clark of Boulder’s photographs in the restaurant.
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Saving for A Rainy Day
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n the heels of the recent fires and flooding in Colorado, it reminds each of us to take another look at our budget and make sure it includes a proactive savings strategy so that we have adequate money for emergencies that might lie ahead of us. Since we were kids, most of us have heard about “saving for a rainy day.” The idea is that we need to put money aside when times are good, so that we’ll have ample money for when times are not so good. Over the years, this concept has been lost as most Americans have very little savings. Most citizens live paycheck to paycheck and are not regularly building their savings for emergencies, college, retirement, etc. A recent survey by the National Foundation for Credit Counseling indicates that nearly 65% of Americans do not have enough cash readily available to handle a $1,000 emergency. Seventeen percent said they would borrow from family or friends, 17% would neglect existing
obligations, and 12% would pawn valuables. This is disheartening news to say the least. These strategies create financial stress and drive consumers into debt, and many times financial distraught is imamate. A solid emergency fund is perhaps one of the most important financial decisions and best tool in developing and sustaining financial security. Experts concur that a solid emergency fund is most critical in times of economic uncertainty—when jobs are hard to readily obtain. For those who do not have an adequate savings to fall back on, scrambling to get
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needed money quickly can be time-consuming and costly, including finance charges and fees. Simply planning ahead can put the needed funds at your fingertips quickly and can be earning interest along the way. Below are three solutions that you can begin right away to help ensure that you have sufficient savings.
1. Understand the importance of an emergency fund. It’s smart to have a dedicated emergency fund ready in case adversity strikes. For example, you might lose your job unexpectedly, experience a costly health crisis, or an expensive item in your house or on your car breaks…not to mention a flood, fire, or major wind damage to your property. It’s easy not to think about these kinds of events, and most people assume and hope that misfortune will not happen to them…but they do happen and usually at the most inopportune time. So how much money should someone have in savings? Unfortunately, there’s
no one-size-fits-all rule, however it is essential to have three to six months’ worth of living expenses. For some, this is adequate and for others, it’s not nearly enough. If you have dependents, having more savings is better. If it’s easy for you to land a new job, then you might not need to save as much. However today, landing a job generally takes more time. Consider food, housing, utilities, cell phone/Internet, insurance, and all your other preset costs of living. Also, do not overlook that if you lose your job, you may subsequently need to pay for medical insurance that was previously covered by your employer. One could live up to six months by simply charging on their credit card. However, if you do, it could take you up to 15 years to pay off and be very costly.
2. Be creative. Consider “outside-thebox” methods to help you fund your emergency savings. At first, you might think that the only way to obtain more money is to take on a second job. But you could hold a garage sale, tighten your budget by cutting out discretionary items for a few months, and/or cancel your gym membership, magazine subscriptions, etc. You can also shop around for lower cost on your home and auto insurance, cell phone and Internet services, and even consider switching from a bank to a credit union that generally has lower fees and financing rates. You might also consider depositing your tax refund into your emergen-
cy fund instead of planning how you want to spend it. It might surprise you when the extra money quickly adds up.
3. Start saving and invest sensibly. Finally, once you start accumulating funds for your emergency account, be sure to keep those dollars separate from your spending money and in the right type of account. For example, funds in the stock market may earn higher dividends, but are generally for longterm and could have dropped in value just before you need the funds, leaving you with a loss. Further, a one to five year CD isn’t ideal either, as it locks up your money and charges a penalty for early withdrawals. On the other hand, while Savings and Money-Market Accounts may not pay the highest dividend rates, they
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are generally good options for emergency funds, as they can be readily and easily available. And remember, keeping it separate from your checking account is also important to reduce the temptation to spend it on nonemergency things. ANY emergency fund is better than nothing, and the sooner you start the better you will feel. Consult with a financial advisor for more specific information.
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Izzy’s Garden by Isabella Martinez
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ello. My name is Isabella Martinez. This year I am a freshman at Boulder High School. The weather is becoming cold, and the frosty air nips at your nose. Winter is a beautiful time of year. It brings many wonderful times full of snowmen and hot tea. The world always seems more quite and peaceful in the winter, but we humans still experience stress. Everyone experiences stress in his or her life, and it is very important to learn how to relieve it in safe and relaxing ways. In this article I will share with you how to manage stress and help to relieve it. This will be part one of a two-part series. Stress is the feeling that you get when you have a lot going on in your life and feel as though you are demanded to complete a task. It is also when something occurs that you can’t do anything about. There are many causes
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of stress. These contributors include homework, a job, not having enough time, emotional problems, and life changes. This happens all throughout life. It is very hard to not have any stress. When we get stressed, hormones are released into the body filling us with adrenaline. In other words, your body pushes to keep going, and you feel more energized and almost ready for anything. Your body stays in this state until the adrenalin wears away. Your body and mind then start to feel the effects of what you are going through. You start to get the feeling of being overwhelmed and hold-
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ing tension. This is when you need to relieve stress. There are many different ways to relieve stress. One way is by taking a hot bath. The warm water calms your mind and causes you to go into a peaceful state. After you’re done with bathing you can unplug the drain and allow yourself to think of all your worries going away, down the drain. Another wonderful idea is deep breathing and meditation. If possible, taking just five minutes out of your day to meditate and breathe can help to change your mood and bring you back to having peace. Doing exercise is another technique that many people use to keep their mind off of stress. It keeps you concentrated and gives you a break. If time is an issue in your life, a quick soothing fix is drinking teas with herbs like chamomile and lemon balm. This will help to relax you. Doing these things helps to bring your mind and soul to a peaceful state. Recently in Boulder a terrible flood occurred. This brought stress to our commu-
nity and did a great deal of damage to our town. This is a perfect example of something that causes overwhelming stress. During the time period of the flood I felt many feelings. At first there were glimpses of excitement from seeing something new and having no school. Then there were feelings of sadness from hearing the stories of tragedies and discomforts. I experienced the feeling of stress when our basement became flooded from the big rainstorm. It caused me to feel very worried and it was hard to believe the flood was affecting us. Realizing that many tokens from experiences in my life had been ruined by the water was hard. During something like this, it is hard to move on. What helped me to relive stress in this situation was the comfort in knowing how much the community had come together. People of all types cleaned the roads and helped to remove water from people’s homes. It showed me that even when there is stress in your life, helping others and coming together could help. When helping, you know that you are doing good, and causes you to know that you are safe and that the members of the community are there to protect each other. Stress is something that comes to all of us. Relieving it is extremely important, and it can be done with many different techniques. Sometimes seeing the unexpected that is nurturing can help to calm a person. It is always very important to have space in one’s life, appreciate the good, and know how to be calm.
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News about Town...
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he ground-breaking ceremony for the expansion of The Longmont Museum was October 4th. The expansion is a $4.2 million project to construct a 250-seat auditorium, a multipurpose education space and an atrium/event space next to its current building at 400 Quail Road in southeast Longmont. Funding for the expansion has come primarily from private sources, led by contributions from the Stewart family of Longmont. Approximately $300,000 of the $4.2 million cost remains to be raised, through a combination of grants and private donations. The project is expected to be completed in late 2014 or early 2015. (From the Boulder County Business Report.)
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he flood happened, and everyone was scrambling for a shovel, a wheelbarrow, and a dumpster. Then the call came. “Ms. Deb, do you need any help?” Jack Braymiller, the first boy to ever enroll in Dream Makers Preschool, now 14, brought his entire football team, The Boulder Bears,
including his coach, and moms of the players, to dig us out. Two days of shoveling pea gravel and mud, nonstop. To everyone’s delight, our little cottage stood strong! Within one week of the flood, our doors reopened, with new carpeting and a new determination. A new joy and heartfelt thanks to the children, parents, coaches, and friends of our little school. If you are a preschool teacher, or any teacher, know you are remembered, and that you have made an impact on your students. This is proof that our love and guidance lives on in the children who pass through our doors.
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any businesses along with countless individuals in Boulder County really came to the needs of people. We wanted to mention a few of them to acknowledge their contributions: F Team Rubicon F Salvation Army F Christian Action F Yellow Boots F Boulder Flood Relief F Foothills United Way F Convoy of Hope F Samaritan’s Purse F Panda Express F Boulder Granola F JP Morgan Chase F Smashburger F Broomfield-based Level 3 Communications F Signature Offset F Crocs, Inc. F My Mom’s Pies F Rolling Greens Food Truck F Matt Aboussie and Wild Alaskan Salmon, LLC. F Ollin Farms F Baker St. Pub & Grill F Elevations Credit Union
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F Housing Helpers F Citywide Banks Boulder F The Royal Bank of Canada F Lowe’s F Oskar Blues Brewery F Kohl’s Department Stores F Ball Corp F IBMC College F Office Evolution F Boulder residents Elana Amsterdam and Rob Katz (CEO of Vail Resorts Inc.) F MWH Global F The Residence Inn F Springhill Suites F Courtyard F Seagate Technology LLC, F OUR Center in Longmont F Longmont Community Foundation F American Red Cross Mile High Chapter F United Way of Larimer County F United Way of Weld County F Ford Motor Credit Co. F Lincoln Automotive Financial Services F Boulder Brands F The Lafayette City Council F The Kitchen Next Door F Left Hand Brewing Co. F Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s associates and foundation F Foundry Group F 9News and its Gannett partner, the Fort Collins Coloradoan F Wells Fargo & Co. F Noble Energy Inc. F The Merrill Lynch/Bank of America Charitable Foundation F Broomfield-based Vail Resorts Inc. F Denver-based Greenbox Self Storage F AT&T
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o u l d e r Wa l d o r f Kindergarten, in north Boulder, was directly in the path of flood waters, which flowed through the school for four days. They expect four to five months to rebuild. Until then, students are attending school in a temporary space at the Nevei Kodesh Jewish Renewal Community Center. All the animals, including three goats, 20 chickens, several bunnies, two dogs, two cats and the school’s fish, were rescued. For more information on Boulder Waldorf Kindergarten’s fund-raising effort, visit gofundme.com/ boulderwaldorf
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roomfield, Holy Family High School’s Flood Aid initiative was a huge success. Essential items of need and cash were collected. Two truckloads of items recorded at 717 lbs. were delivered to Harvest of Hope Pantry in Boulder. They also collected over $2,600 in cash donations gifted to Sacred Heart of Jesus in Boulder and St. John the Baptist in Longmont. Over $60.00 in Wal-Mart gift cards from students who placed spare change in a collection box were given to St. John the Baptist in Longmont. The Margolis Team donated the moving truck.
BOULDER County Kids Tips for Photographing Kids
by Rebekah West
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atching kids discover the world and themselves is one of the most natural motivations for picking up a camera. Recently, I heard from a mom whose 10-year-old had already packed for their trip to the Virgin Islands; the suitcase weighed a ton. Curious, she opened it up and found he had packed a chair! That’s a great moment she said she hopes she remembers. You’ve got a decent camera even in your phone, see your kids unfolding and becoming, and you appreciate good photography, but you want to capture the significance of the moments the way you see them. Thousands of snapshots are not doing it for you and you can’t always have a professional photographer when life happens. So how do you take meaningful, wonder-filled photographs yourself?
Adult perspective You might be on the other side of the lake, standing above unnoticed, or sitting next to the chair-filled suitcase trying not to laugh. See what you see and push the button.
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Child’s perspective Run next to, walk behind or hug your child and see what they see. Then listen or observe to see how they’re viewing things, not just where they’re situated but the stance they are taking. Climb into their shoes for a second, picture it, take the picture. The big picture What is your child’s world in that moment? Is it dandelion seeds, flying, pirates?
TIP 2 –SCALE
TIP 1 –PERSPECTIVE
What motivates you? Are you motivated to see your children’s relationship to each other, their imperiousness, reverence or glee? Photograph what motivates you. In fact, any time you find yourself whipping out a camera, notice what you are seeing and feeling. It’s probably some form of love. Watch for it, wait for it, see it. This moment gives you choices. Now click. Once is good.
cance tells you a lot about a kid. Relationship Your child is creating a relationship with the big bright world. See their tininess, how small they are in relation to the grand scheme. Step back and take in the environment with them in the center of it, as a part of it. Watch how they relate to nature, family, school, the game. Do they reach? Magnetize? Control? Peek at? Cuddle? No judgment here, just notice how they are building this relationship and photograph that.
Significance If what’s most important is their first missing tooth and the glee in their eyes, put those gaps and shiny eyes closest to the camera. This works with frogs, monkeys, footballs, tutus, sisters—whatever is the most important thing in their life in that moment. Put your camera closest to that, it’s now the largest thing in the image. Where they place signifi-
Close-up Children focus hard because they’re coordinating hands and eyes, recognizing patterns, figuring out how to read. Mimic this focus. Take in the details of your child, especially the ones you shake your head over and love: emotions, fingertips, eyelashes or socks. How they arrange their closet by color or accidentally slept with an apple in their bed. Or photograph the one thing that captivates your child’s attention. Set your camera’s focus on that. Details fascinate children, let them fascinate you, too.
Aperture priority The aperture of your camera, like the iris in your eye, dilates big or small. It’s one of the exposure settings that
professional photographers use to create a focal point. Have you seen photographs with that beautiful background blur?
Here’s how to get it:
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priority is on the dial that most folks keep set to AUTO. Often, but not always, it is an A or AP, so check your manual. 2. The smaller the number, the more open the aperture, the more blur you’ll get in your background. (Numbers like 5.7, 4.0, 2.8). 3. The larger the number, the more closed is the aperture and the more focus you’ll get in your background. (Numbers like 16 or 22). 4. Set your aperture priority in advance to be ready when your child’s in action. 5. Once you set aperture priority, your camera automatically adjusts the other exposure settings for you. 6. If you want to explore this setting and its limits more, find a range of lighting situations and notice what happens. When a photograph shares what we see and witness, our kids’ delight, effort, imagination or curiosity, we tune in to our humanness. It’s your empathy and choices that give you the moment. This kind of photography uplifts your kids’ process of growing up while renewing your sense of wonder. Rebekah is a professional photographer, Boulder local and French artist in residence, who has worked with lots of kids in the throes of creativity through art, film, and dance. Rebekah has created a short e-book with more tips available for free to readers until the end of February 2014 and $4.99 after that available at www.rebekahwest.com
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BOULDER County Kids Winter Wisdom
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to be in your world? What are your hopes and dreams? As you vision into yourself this winter, the clarity you achieve will carry you forward on an authentic path to conscious living. Creating an intention practice, vision board, or winter ritual around intention can help bring clarity to your hopes, goals, and dreams.
by Sue Van Raes
hen I think of winter, I think of candlelit cozy nights, warm soups and stews, holidays, family, snowy walks, mountain cabins, snowmen, and a sense of hibernation and introspection. For some, winter, with the colder days and darker nights, can feel a little intimidating and lonely. In many myths, winter is considered a time to go into “the under world.” Winter is a time when we descend into the darkness and dig deep into
our own inner worlds looking for wisdom, insight and clear vision. The winter holidays often bring an opportunity to look at ourselves and face our relationship to overall health. Many feel stressed about how to gracefully make their way through the celebratory holidays while still staying health wise during these winter months.
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Take a peak at these winter wise ways to consider as you navigate your way through your own “under world” to come out wiser and more clear in your personal journey with health.
1. Solace
The inward shift and movement winter brings presents an opportunity to reflect on our lives as we prepare for the cooler months ahead. Gentleness, with an element of compassion, is an important aspect of reflection and solace. When we feel down, we can check in and reflect on our present situation and take time to nurture ourselves. This often creates a valuable opportunity to reconnect and open our hearts to the beauty that surrounds us, even in the midst of the cool, dark winter months. Consider spending more time journaling, practicing meditation, or taking long mindful snowy walks to listen inward and connect with you.
2. Intention
Living with intention means taking time to consciously bring awareness to what we want to call into our lives. Winter, being a time of introspection, offers us the energy to dig deep into these questions: What are you seeking? Who do you want
3. Self-Care
While the holiday season presents a plethora of sweet treats and other indulgences, it also provides us with a variety of nutrient dense foods to feast on. And, we mustn’t forget about the distinctive quality of this time of year, which is the art of giving to others and to ourselves. Making a healthy and hearty stew filled with goodness brings love both to our bodies and to the people we share it with. May we embrace this time of year with healthy food choices, sleep, movement, and mindfulness. All of these components will be supportive of our continuous efforts in cultivating selfcare.
4. Equanimity
Finding equanimity in our lives occurs when we are able to stay centered and take care of all the different roles we play. How we juggle parenting, working, socializing, and taking care of ourselves is all important in the greater scheme of our personal contentment and joy. Winter provides us with calm space in the quiet of ourselves to remember our balance, our breath, and our center. Equanimity is the art of meeting life as it meets you—calmly. We learn to relax into what is, in both the
highs and the lows. Winter is a good time to practice the art of equanimity as we spend time with our families, witness ourselves around our indulgences, and gain insight into the deeper aspects of ourselves.
5. Pleasure
Winter is full of many seasonal pleasures. The holidays we share together, the cozy hot cups of cocoa, and snuggles with a loved one by the wood fire. Winter can be full of healthy pleasures that leave us feeling energized, loved, and nourished. If we can consistently treat ourselves to the simple daily pleasures of the season, our inner contentment will be stoked. Keep your pleasure meter high to keep your health al i ve. P r a c t i c e s ustainable guilt-free healthy pleasures each day this winter to expand your health and happiness for the long term.
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Beowulf
Author: Seamus Heaney Ages: 12 and up Publisher: Norton Publishing Price: $8.49+ shipping (Amazon.com)
Avery’s Avid-Reader Corner Review by Avery Katz, age 16
Summary: The story follows a young man named Beowulf. Beowulf is a hero of the Geats Kingdom (this being a king-
dom located in Southern England). Early on, we see a brave Beowulf selflessly defending nearby tribes such as the Danes, generally fighting off common enemies such as Grendel, a monster who is one of the main antagonists in the book. Beowulf’s heroic acts begin to show more and more, and through hard work, he begins to work his way up the ranks, and eventually becomes King of the Geats. While he enjoys the benefits of being a king, a position of power always comes with added challenges. Of course as time progresses, these challenges become more and more difficult to overcome. This leaves the reader wondering, will Beowulf be able to overcome these challenges and bring peace to his Kingdom?
What I liked About the Book: There are multiple reasons that I thoroughly enjoyed Beowulf. First of all,
I found it to be very motivational, in that a young boy who grew up with very few resources was, despite all odds, able to progress thoughout his life in order to finally end up being given the highest honor in the land of being named an Anglo-Saxon warrior king. Next, I loved how the author chose to give no physical description of the monsters featured at any point in the book. This left a great deal of interpretation up to the reader and allowed for a great deal of imagination to be used while reading. Finally, I very much enjoyed the theme of chivalry which, was displayed throughout the book. For those of you who don’t know, chivalry simply represents the themes and characteristics surrounding knighthood in England. So, while the book is still fictional, we do get a relatively accurate historical representation of what it would have been like to be a knight at the time. Overall, this means that Beowulf is a highly entertaining and yet thoroughly educational read.
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Drawing by Fritz Scholder
WHAT DO I DO NOW, ROMONA? Romona Scholder, M.A., RNCS Psychotherapist
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I am concerned about post traumatic stress s y n d r o m e a ff e c t ing our community. With the devastation from our recent flood, I am sure that many children and adults will be in need of some therapies. What behavioral aspects should we look for in our children and when is therapy recommended?
Signed member of the community.
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. Natural disasters have been with us a very long time. So long in fact that our responses come from a deep and primitive part of the brain. Fear, terror and our urge to protect, to jump into the
water to save another human, all originate from a basic part of our psychological makeup. We band together in tribes, we become angry with the gods and feel helpless and vulnerable to the whims of Mother Nature. All of this is normal human response and should not be pathologized. We have a tendency today to give a normal response like grief a new name much too quickly. Having nightmares or flashbacks is a natural way to integrate an experience into our psyches and to desensitize us in a natural way. Humans have learned to talk to one another after a disaster and to give each other the freedom to repeat it as often as necessary, to cry in pain or relief and to slowly pick up the pieces in order to move on. The feelings of complete helplessness and the realization of our vulnerability and inability to protect our family, our animals, our property or ourselves inflicts real damage on our sense of confidence as well as on our identity as individuals in control of our destiny. A disaster shakes the very founda-
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tion of our belief in ourselves and the world in which we live. As one of the disaster websites says, “Water causes more than property damage.” It causes emotional and psychological damage as well. But we must remember that it is normal to feel sad and disheartened. If we hear thunder or the sky darkens and we feel a sense of foreboding, it’s an expected reaction following the recent experience of flooding. All of this will diminish with time. When it doesn’t improve, when the symptoms continue and perhaps get worse, it might be called post traumatic stress disorder. But before such a diagnosis is appropriate it is possible to mitigate the effects of a natural disaster with a knowledgeable and thoughtful response. Children’s sense of safety and security will be adversely affected by any natural disaster. They see the adults around them feeling frightened and out of control, and being children, they feel that somehow they are they are the cause of it all. Reassurance and a return to a normal routine as soon as possible is an appropriate response. Once again it’s talking and being honest while being reassuring that saves the day. Show love and affection no matter how busy or upset you are. What matters most as folks put their lives back together is families, friends and neighbors helping each other with kindness. In the future if symptoms such insomnia, bed wetting, nightmares and flashbacks continue, please seek help from your community
mental health center. Group therapy, especially play groups, is particularly suited for treating PTSD. I remember a film about children who had been involved in a bus hijacking were playing “bus” in a classroom, pushing the chairs around and reenacting the incident with some very positive changes. Allowing children the freedom to work some of the issues out in this way can prove to be very helpful. Please check out our resource page online at www. bouldercountykids.com/ FloodResourcePage.html which if full of fact sheets, helpful sites, additional resources for recovery and dealing with natural disasters including older adults and those with disabilities. Some materials are in Spanish as well. Publisher’s Note: Special thanks to Romona Scholder for putting the additional online information together for our community.
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The Best Toys for the Best Christmas by Amber Lane
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endless mazes that keep them guessing where the marbles will go next.
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How will you ever choose? When it’s time to do the Christmas shopping for the kids, the result can be utter confusion for even the most seasoned holiday shoppers. Do you get the fun, new board game, a flashy toy car, or an adorable plush? How do you decide? Have no fear— we have the scoop from Santa’s Workshop. Every year, the American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) partners with toy experts, such as those at our very own Grandrabbit’s Toy
Shoppe. They provide a list of the most exceptional toys in order to bring out the elves in all of you. ASTRA’s 2013 Best Toys for Kids list has thirteen different categories, so you’re guaranteed to find something
that fits both your desires and those of your kiddos. After all, the qualities of a toy are just as important to adults as they are to children; however, we often have very different ideas of what those qualities are! Perhaps the child you’re shopping for this season wants to be the next great architect. While he or she is having fun creating skyscrapers, you can rest assured important developmental skills such as motor coordination and cause and effect are being learned at the same time. The Q-BA-MAZE 2.0 Mega Stunt Set from Mindware does exactly this! This is no “ordinary addition to the marble run family”— this set contains a plethora of interlocking cubes with double exits, so kids can create
The educational benefits of scientific play are abundantly apparent to parents, but kids also love experimenting with new and unfamiliar concepts. The Air-Stream Machine from Thames and Kosmos combines constructive play and science, fusing them into hours of enjoyment. Kids will think they have the coolest toy ever when they get to build a working hovercraft. Meanwhile, parents can rub their hands together in glee, secure in the knowledge that their children are learning important concepts like air pressure. But this toy doesn’t stop at the hovercraft—you can also build a batting machine, a basketball launcher, a fan-driven car, and so much more!
Of course, playing isn’t always about the bells and whistles. Classic toys make great Christmas gifts. These toys have been around for generations for a very good reason—they’re amazing! Plus, what better way to connect with your children than through a toy that
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you enjoyed as a child? The Original Spirograph Deluxe Kit from Kahootz Toys is one such classic. Unleash the artist within and encourage your child to run wild with imagination! This fantastic drawing toy is made from various wheels and rings that allow anyone to draw perfect geometric patterns. Experiment with sizes and pencil colors, and you never know what kinds of unique art your child will create! You can even find it in a travel size if you need something to entertain your child on Christmas vacation.
And while you’re breaking out the creativity with the Spirograph, keep that imagination thriving with toys that invite pretend play. Playing pretend might seem like a relatively simple activity, but as a matter of fact, pretend play activates essential developmental skills, such as problem solving, critical thinking, and self-expression. ASTRA chose Calico Critters Supermarket from International Playthings to represent this type of imaginative play. While your children create an imaginary
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world in which these adorable little critters are shopping for food, they are simultaneously learning about healthy food choices and practicing their social skills. Plus, Calico Critters comes in a wide variety of animal species. Does your child prefer penguins or pigs? Perhaps a hedgehog? Populate your world and then set your imagination free! Have you regained your composure yet? Shopping during the holiday season can be a daunting task, but with a little advance toy knowledge, you can arm yourself against the long lines and crowded stores. It’s time to bring a little Christmas magic into your child’s life. So go ahead—let out your inner elf! To view the full list of ASTRA’s 2013 Best Toys for Kids, visit this site: www. yourneighborhoodtoystore. org/best-toys-for-kids.asp
We are always looking for suggestions at Grandrabbit’s. If you have any questions or would like to make a suggestion, just talk to a friendly Grandrabbit’s associate at any of our three locations! You can stop into any of our Grandrabbit’s locations and speak to our friendly and knowledgeable staff or check out www.grtoys.com
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Children’s Clothing Little Frugalista www.frugalistashop.com Our online store offers you the opportunity to save time and money on your children’s clothing. Shop from the comfort of home at any time of the day or night. All of our adorable and affordable gently worn clothing (sizes newborn through 7/8) are 100% guaranteed to delight. You’ll love the convenience and amazing savings at Little Frugalista! shirley@frugalistashop.com www.frugalistashop.com
Drug & Alcohol Prevention Natural Highs Ages 13-19 4705 Baseline (NW corner of Baseline & Foothills) Hours: 4:15 to 6.15 pm, Tuesdays Healthy Alternatives to Drugs & Alcohol. Supportive community of teens who are interested in learning about healthy alternatives to drugs & alcohol, the brain chemistry of drugs & alcohol, depression, anxiety, and happiness, and so much more! Any teen is welcome to join. Fees: By donation Avani Dilger avani@naropa.edu 303-859-5778 www.naturalhighs.us
Rental Gear Z Baby Gear Baby and toddler gear to rent. For visitors: Strollers, full-size cribs, pack-n-plays, car seats, high chairs, and more. For travelers: Child or car seat carriers and portable DVD players. Porch pick up available in Boulder and Louisville. Free delivery to Boulder. 303- 667-3007 Contact: Jessica Redak Zettlemoyer jessie@zbabygear.com www.ZBabyGear.com
Toys Grandrabbits Toy Shoppe Find all of your favorite toys, gifts and more at Grandrabbits. Three stores to choose from. Free gift wrapping. Special events for children. Check our website for play days! 303-443-0780 - Boulder 303-465-8005 - Broomfield 303-815-1500 - Westminster www.grtoys.com
Travel Carefree Travel 3000 Center Green Dr., Suite 220 Boulder, 80301 Because all your travel should be carefree. Member of The Travel Society and experts in European travel, family cruises and more. 303-499-9400 www.bouldercarefreetravel.com
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BOULDER County Kids Natural Highs Healthy Alternatives to Drugs and Alcohol by Skylar MacInnis
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y name is Sky MacInnis, and I am 15 years old. The temptation to experiment with drugs and alcohol is in every school, including middle school. I was feeling really bad in 8th grade and was becoming self-destructive. People were trying to help me to be happy, but I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t care about getting help or trying to feel better. The Natural Highs program showed me that it was my choice to stop being unhappy instead of blaming someone else. I was responsible for my sadness and my happiness. When I wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t going to Natural Highs I would be thinking about what they had
to share and looking forward to going back. My experience has been an amazing journey. The first few times I remember thinking, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why am I even here? I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think I want to be clean or sober or any of that stupid stuff. This group of people is just something to do on Tuesday afternoons.â&#x20AC;? Then I started thinking, â&#x20AC;&#x153;But maybe I do like being around a group of teenagers who accept me and where I feel happy and calm.â&#x20AC;? I realized that this wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just something to do, it was a community of people that actually knows your name, learns about you, and wants to support you to feel better. It isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a drug therapy group that gets paid for your progress. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a free informative group that helps you make decisions
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about your life. There is no pushing or forcing decisions. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been attending for about a year, and I can honestly say that it has changed my perspective on my life. This is a group of teens that includes those who do not want to do drugs or alcohol AND people who have addiction problems. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s both preventative and informational. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a group that judges people and says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oh you shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do that, it will ruin your whole life, drugs are bad.â&#x20AC;? It says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Get smart and just know whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happening to your body and mind when you do those things.â&#x20AC;? Natural Highs is an amazing program that offers choice. It offers you the choice of sobriety instead of addiction. The program shows what happens to your brain, body, and emotional well-being when you take substances that affect your body in negative ways. This isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a traditional drug program. It is a place where teenagers can have fun and learn interesting things at the same time. Interview with Avani Dilger SM. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What made you start Natural Highs?â&#x20AC;? AD. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My experiences with traditional drug addiction therapy made me focus on what actually motivates teens to live healthy lifestyles. I was looking to form a group that would support connection, access creativity, and work through challenging feelings. We use different healthy alternatives to drugs and alcohol, such as stress management techniques and healthy rituals to build community.â&#x20AC;? SM. â&#x20AC;&#x153;How long have you been doing Natural Highs?â&#x20AC;?
AD. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ten years. The new trend is that we have more teens who have had no problems with drugs and alcohol and want to stay that way. We have teens who have severe addictions that no other program has helped yet.â&#x20AC;? SM. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What are the elements of Natural Highs?â&#x20AC;? AD. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We offer classes and presentations for teens, parents, teachers, therapists, and any adult who is interested. We also offer a leadership program where teens can learn to become peer mentors and help facilitate the programâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;peer mentors are teens who have chosen to be sober and want to connect with other people to help them in their lives.â&#x20AC;? SM. â&#x20AC;&#x153;How many kids/ teenagers are in Natural Highs?â&#x20AC;? AD. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Each Tuesday class has between 40 to 50 kids. Over one thousand kids have gone through the program.â&#x20AC;? SM. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What is the percentage of kids who stopped using or doing drugs after the program?â&#x20AC;? AD. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Over 85% of teenagers either decide to decrease their drug use or stop altogether. Natural Highs teaches about the chemistry of the brain and how different substances affect how you think and feel. We focus on choice. The program is co-facilitated by the director, other adults, and the students, who join either the action group, peer mentors, or simply decide to be a participant in the program.â&#x20AC;? Skylar MacInnis is a 9th grader at New Vista High School. Please contact Avani Dilger, LPC, CAC III at (303) 859-5778 or avani@naropa. edu or at www.naturalhighs.us for more information.
BOULDER County Kids Realities for Children Boulder County Making a Difference - Together www.rfcbc.org Realities For Children Boulder County (RFCBC) is a cause marketing and promotional organization dedicated to serving the needs of abused, neglected and vulnerable youth of Boulder County. Through business membership and individual philanthropy, RFCBC is able to fund the provision of emergency services, education, sponsorship support and special activities for Boulder County youth. Our generous business members (listed below) underwrite RFCBCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s operational costs, therefore, 100% of community contributions goes directly to assist children in need. 5)&%& $VVLVWV WKH )ROORZLQJ <RXWK $IÂżOLDWH $JHQFLHV Blue Sky Bridge Mental Health Partners of Boulder County Partners Mentoring Youth Boulder County Housing and Human Services I Have A Dream Foundation Polaris House Transitional Living Program Boulder and St. Vrain Valley School Districtsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Homeless Youth Services ,Q DGGLWLRQ WR ÂżQDQFLDO VXSSRUW 5)&%& DOVR RIIHUV Bikes 4 Tykes A bike donation and distribution program
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Artemis Photography | Arrowhead Awards | Boulder Vision Associates Karen Woolhiser, Citywide Home Loans | Dagabi Cucina | Front Range Vital Signs Gateway Fun Park | KGNU | Liz Lewis, Legal Shield | North Boulder Liquor Loganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cafe | Polar Water Bottles | The Wolftones Band For more information about how YOU can become a business member or donor of RFCBC and have your brand associated with improving the lives of Boulder Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abused and neglected youth, contact us at info@rfccc.org or 720.420.9780. Membership and donations are tax deductible.
3970 Broadway, Ste. 201E | Boulder, CO 80304 | www.rfcbc.org | 720.420.9780
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Acorn School for Early Childhood Development—Boulder 2845 Wilderness Place (303) 938-8233 Contact - Kathy Azevedo Ages: 6 weeks - 6 years Licensed Year-round Program Days: M-F Hours: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Acorn School is a full-day program, serving a diverse population from 6 weeks to 6 years old. Our small group sizes, low ratios, and our primary caregiving philosophy make us a high-quality early care and education program. Two meals & snacks served daily. NAEYC accredited. Now enrolling all ages. www.facebook.com/theacornschool W: www.theacornschool.org E: kathy@theacornschool.org
Active Boulder Kids Preschool & After-School Care—Boulder 5001 Pennsylvania Ave. (303) 499-9854 Contact - Kristen Argow Ages: 2 1/2 - 9 Licensed Year-round Program Days: M-F Hours: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm A world of creative and fun discoveries and adventures! We provide imaginative programs and activities that promote social/emotional growth. We teach life skills and encourage the child’s learning through active play and exploration. Small classroom sizes, caring, qualified teachers, nature/play-based/learning centers. W: www.activeboulderkids.com E: ka@activeboulderkids.com
Autana Bilingual Montessori Preschool—Boulder 4732 Greylock St. (720) 935-9740 Contact - Raquel or Patricia Ages: 21/2 - 6 yrs Licensed Year-round Program Days: M-F Hours: 8 am to 4 pm Autana Preschool is a bilingual Montessori home-based preschool. We offer a warm and loving home atmosphere, Montessori learning areas, education for peace, joy of learning, Spanish (bilingual staff), nature-oriented activities, a strong sense of community, and a vegetable and flower garden. W: www.autanaschool.com E: info@autanaschool.com
Bixby School—Boulder 4760 Table Mesa (303) 494-7505 Contact - Emily Armiak Ages: 2 yrs 9 mos - 5 yrs Licensed Year-round Hours: 5 1/2-hour program. Extended Hours: 7:15 am to 5:45 pm Children experience exploratory learning and participate in a wide variety of developmental activities, including art, music, science, dramatic play, and small and gross motor. W: www.bixbyschool.org E: preschool@bixbyschool.org
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Blue Sky Kindergarten/Preschool—Boulder 3046 11th St. (303) 443-4965 Contact - Staff Ages: 21/2 - 6 yrs. Licensed Year-round/summer camp program. Program Days: M-F, Hours 8:30 am to 1 pm, + aftercare to 3:30 pm. Our rich curriculum embraces the arts and honors the seasons: gardening, handwork, music, puppetry, crafts, movement, baking, and storytelling. After-school art program. Morning Glory Program for parents & toddlers 6 months to age 3. Summer Camps June and July. W: blueskykindergarten.com
Boulder Country Day School—Boulder 4820 Nautilus Court N. (303) 527-4931 x248 Contact- Susan Boyle Ages: Preschool - 8th Grade Licensed August - May/Camp Program Days: M-F Preschool Hours: 8 am to 1 pm or 3 pm Before- & after-school care and enrichment classes available. Accreditations: NAIS and ACIS. Small class size, one-on-one attention and a welcoming and caring environment distinguishes the preschool program at BCD. Inviting classrooms and creative outdoor spaces encourage active participation in a mix of activities and materials designed to enhance children’s social, emotional, intellectual, and physical growth. The academically based curriculum is a mix of teacher-directed/childinitiated activity. Summer camp available in June and July. W: bouldercountryday.org E: info@bouldercountryday.org
Boulder County Head Start—Boulder 3482 N. Broadway (720) 564-2210 Contact - Susi Gritton Ages: 3-5 Licensed September - May Program Days: M-F (full-day) or Tu-F (half-day). Boulder County Head Start is a FREE, comprehensive (health, nutrition, family supports, social/ emotional, and physical development) preschool. In addition to a quality experience that supports school readiness skills for your child, we believe our job is to help families connect with resources and support families’ engagement in their child’s education. Income guidelines for eligibility apply. Se habla Español. W: www.bouldercounty.org E: sgritton@bouldercounty.org
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Boulder Journey School—Boulder 1919 Yarmouth Ave (303) 443-8909 Contact - Christi Ages: 6 weeks to 6 years Licensed Year-round Hours: M-F/MWF/TuTh. 7:30 am – 5:30 pm Experience based learning for 21st century skills. W: www.boulderjourneyschool.com E. christi.ogrodnick@boulderjourneyschool.com
Broomfield Academy—Broomfield 7203 W. 120th Ave. (303) 469-6449 Contact - Pat Garner Ages: 2 1/2+ Licensed Year-round, including summer Hours: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm before/after-school option (7 am to 6 pm). Days: M-F. 2, 3, or 5 days/week. 1/2-day & full-day options. Academic preschool and jr. kindergarten. Nationally accredited (NIPSA). An individualized education, helping children be exceptional, accelerated, and creative. Individual student learning plans, small class sizes, advanced curriculum, character education, and service learning programs, monthly field trips related to curriculum, before- and after-school programming, specialty classes in Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, art, swimming, music, technology, and physical education. Five-acre campus, with creative outdoor spaces, a swimming pool, and a teaching garden for ages 2 1/2 -7. W: www.broomfieldacademy.com E: principal@broomfieldacademy.com
Children’s Alley—Boulder 2222 14th Street (303) 449-1951 Contact - Staff Ages: 6 weeks - 12 yrs Licensed Year-round Program Days: M-Th 7:30 am to 8 pm, Friday 7:30 am to 6 pm and Saturday 9 am to 5 pm. Drop-in, temporary child care center. Children are scheduled one day at a time, and fees are based on a sliding scale. Call at 2 pm to reserve child care for the following day. You may reserve ahead for Saturdays. Center features caring, experienced teachers, and nutritious meals and snacks are included. Please call or visit our website for more information. W: www.ywcaboulder.org E: childrensalley@ywcaboulder.org
Children’s House Preschool—Boulder 3370 Iris Walk Court (303) 444-6432 Contact - Michael Knuckey Ages: 21/2 - 51/2 yrs Licensed September through May Program Days: M-F morning sessions, 8:30 am-11 am or 12 noon, M-TH. Afternoon sessions 12:30 pm to 3 pm. Full-time option is available. Bringing books to life through the Storybook Journey since 1970. Our preschoolers explore and experience themes from children’s literature in a fully integrated way through dramatic play, art projects, cooking, science experiments, planting, block building, tactile play, music, and movement. Children discover the joys of becoming authors when their dictated stories are read to the class. Director Elaine McCarthy BCAEYC’s “Educator of the Year 2010” has been with the school since 1992. W: www.childrenshousepreschool.org E: info@childrenshousepreschool.org
Dream Makers Preschool—Boulder Boulder (720) 274-0101 Contact - Deb Gedenberg Ages: 2 1/2 - 5 yrs Licensed Year-round Program Days: M-F Hours: 9 am to 1 pm, with optional extended day program until 3:15 pm (choose any two, three, four, or five days). The enriched learning environment at the enchanting Dream Makers cottage promotes a natural ongoing process that empowers children to make positive choices throughout their lives. By nurturing both intellect and spirit using the Reggio Emilia approach, your child’s capabilities are unearthed while playing, exploring, and making friends in a safe setting, among sensitive, loving teachers. Get ready for kindergarten! Our extended day pre-K program on Thursdays from 1 to 3:15 pm enhances your child’s elementary school knowledge & experience for easy transitioning into kindergarten. Summer programs available for ages 2 1/2 - 8 yrs. Maximum enrollment of 15 children. Ratio 1:5.
Exploring Minds Academy—Erie 4051 E. County Line Rd (303) 828-3452 Contact - Linda Ages: 6 wks -6 yrs. Licensed Year-round Programs Days: M-F Hours: 6 am to 6 pm Quality early learning programs taught by loving and nurturing teachers. Warm nutritious meals served. To ensure that your child is ready for school, all teachers are highly trained in early childhood education and work as partners with you to create a learning environment that is appropriate for each child. Specially designed classrooms filled with activities that encourage learning through discovery. Flexible full- & part-time programs. Accept Colorado Child Care Assistance program. W: www.exploringmindsacademy.com
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First Presbyterian Cooperative Preschool—Boulder 1820 15th Street (303) 402-6386 Contact - Amy Hanson, Dir Ages: 2 1/2 - 5 yrs Licensed September - May Program Days: M-F Hours: 9 am - noon/1:30. Optional after-school program. Currently at capacity for the 2013-2014 school year. Please contact if you are interested in being added to the waiting list for information on registration for fall 2014. Fully licensed by Colorado Department of Social Services. Safe, nurturing environment in the context of a Christian cooperative preschool. W: www.boulderpreschool.org E: preschool@fpcboulder.org
Forest Park Montessori School—Lafayette 2687 North Park Dr. (720) 260-0519 Contact – Adena M. Boyd,M.Ed. Ages: 21/2 - 6 Licensed August through May/Summer Camp Program Days and Hours: M-F, 8:30 am-12 pm with an option for 3 or 5 afternoons 12 pm-3:30 pm. Before and aftercare available. Afternoon special offerings include baking, natural history, gardening, and art. FPMS is an authentic Montessori school and a full member of the American Montessori Society with fully credentialed lead teachers. The curriculum and environment nurtures creative thinking, peaceful social interactions, and individualized instruction that gives each child the opportunity to learn and develop at his or her own pace. FPMS has an active parent community with parent development workshops, many volunteer opportunities, and a parent board of directors. Call today to schedule an individual tour of our beautiful school. W: www.forestparkmontessori.org E: info@forestparkmontessori.net
Friends’ School—Boulder 5465 Pennsylvania (303) 499-1999 Contact - Mari Engle Friedman Ages: 3-5 yrs Licensed & Accredited August - May/Summer Camp Program Days and Hours: Call for days and times. A supportive community, committed to educating the whole child—head, hands, and heart. Play and exploration-based preschool with a focus on relationships, communication, art, and a foundation for pre-academic skills. Small classes, low student/teacher ratios, wide variety of high-quality materials and experiences. Sliding-scale tuition based on family income and additional financial aid available. ACIS accredited, NAIS member. W: www.friendsschoolboulder.org E: info@friendsschoolboulder.org
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Gateway Montessori School—Longmont 1500 9th Avenue (303) 772-3864 Contact - Linda Gottschalk Ages: 2.5 to 6 State Licensed September through May Program Days: M-F . Hours: 8:30 to 11:30 am/12:45 to 3:45 pm. 4 or 5 half-day programs. M-Th or M-F. Offering an authentic Montessori morning or afternoon part-day program, plus an extended-day kindergarten for 5-year-olds in their 2nd or 3rd year at Gateway. W: www.gatewaymontessorischool.net E: linda@gatewaymontessorischool.net
Miss Catherine’s Creative Learning Center—Boulder Miss Catherine’s Infant Center—Boulder 6525 Gunpark Drive, Suite 340 (303) 530-1820 5280 Spine Road, Suite 104 Contact - Catherine Médal Ages: 6 weeks - 6 years Licensed, NAEYC accredited Year-round Toddlers/preschool/pre-K: M-F, MWF or T/TH full day 7 am - 6 pm. Infant Center: M-F, 7 am to 5:30 pm. Creative curriculum, music teacher, breakfast, lunch, snack. Infant Center has a 1 to 4 ratio of teachers to students, newly renovated! Three developmental rooms—newborns, crawlers, and walkers. “Nurturing the whole child through creative learning.” Each child moves at his own pace to each developmentally appropriate group. Come visit us for a personal tour.
Montessori Academy—Lafayette 801 N 111th Street (303) 926-8321 Contact - Jean Chorbajian Ages 1-6 years Licensed August - May/Summer Camp Program Days: M-F Hours: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Full- and half-day programs, with before- & after-school care. Montessori Academy provides a challenging and nurturing environment that leads children toward confidence, independence, and a life of learning through discovery, observation, and positive, helpful friendships. We offer toddler, preschool, and kindergarten programs in a nurturing environment that respects each individual child. Montessori Academy has been an American Montessori Society member school since 2002. Our lead teachers are certified and have extensive classroom experience. We have a bilingual English/Spanish program in our preschool classroom. Music is each offered 2 mornings a week. Schedule a tour today! W: www.montessoriacademylafayette.com E: montessori.academy@mac.com
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Mountain Shadows Montessori School—Boulder 4154 63rd Street (303) 530-5353 Contact - Ann Kasunich Ages: 12 months to 12 years Toddler ~ Primary ~ Elementary ~ AMI-Accredited & Licensed Program Days: M-F, 9-month program for ages 12 months to 12 years and 9- or 12-month programs for ages 12 months-3 years and 3-5 years. Hours: Full day: 8:15 am to 2:50 pm, half day: 8:15 pm to 12 noon, extended hours program 7:30 am - 5:30 pm. Mountain Shadows Montessori School is the only accredited AMI (Association Montessori International) school in Colorado. Located on a beautiful 12-acre country campus in Boulder, MSMS has continuously provided excellence in Montessori education since 1976. At Mountain Shadows, children joyfully learn to reach their full potential while developing skills for living a successful life. Call today to schedule your personal tour of our campus. W: www.mountainshadows.org E: admissions@mountainshadows.org
Early Childhood Music—Boulder 1237 Pine Street (720) 244-8760 Contact - Cathy Compton Ages: 6 weeks - 3 years Licensed Year-round Program Days: Do Re Mi and You: Early Childhood Music 10:15-11 am on Mondays and Wednesdays $15 drop ins/ $100 punch card/10 classes. An innovative blend of singing, dancing, creative movement, instrument exploration, and personal expression in a beautiful, state-ofthe-art classroom. Our classes are rooted in quality LIVE MUSIC of American folk, world, and popular genres. The instructor accompanies the singing with guitar, banjo, drums, or piano. W: offbroadwayfinearts.org E: info@offbroadwayfinearts.org
Patience Montessori School—Boulder 3600 Hazelwood Court (303) 449-5214 Contact - Patience Schutrumpf Ages: 6 weeks - 6 years Licensed Year-round Program Days: M-F. Hours: 7:30 am to 6 pm Patience Montessori is a private multicultural Montessori school for children from the ages of six weeks though six years; we accept children who are not potty trained. Patience Montessori offers a child care program as a service to working parents; we are open yearround. Our teachers are Montessori-accredited and group-leader qualified. W: patiencemontessori.com E: patience@patiencemontessori.com
StarSong LifeWays Child Care & Preschool—Boulder N. Boulder (303) 442-0998/(720) 203-9694 Contact - Julie Zacharias Ages: 1-5 Licensed Year-round Program Days: M-F: 8:30 am -12:30 pm or 8:30 am -3:30 pm. (2-, 3-, 4- and 5-day options). Waldorf-inspired, relationship-based care in a home environment, where “life” is the curriculum. LifeWays focuses on nurturing, social, and creative arts, letting childhood unfold through imaginative play, storytelling, gardening, and plenty of time outside. Organic lunch provided. W: www.starsong-lifeways.com E: julie@starsong-lifeways.com
Strawberry Farm Strawberry Farm PreSchool—Boulder 2611 Pine Street (303) 709-0549 Contact - Rita Batiste or Carolee Corey (720) 289-5911 Ages: 0-6+ Licensed August - May, plus camp Program Days: M-F, 9 am to 5 pm. (2-, 3- and 5-day options). August 15th - May 31st, Summer camp: June 1st - August 15th. Nature and community-based program with experiential learning as the touchstone. All natural/organic snacks and lunch provided. Student/Teacher Ratio 3:1. W: www.strawberryfarmboulder.com E: admin@strawberryfarmboulder.com
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Sunflower Farm Sprout House/Sprout House Extension Program—Longmont 11150 Prospect Road (303) 774-8001 Contact - Colette Ages: 2.5 to 5 yrs/5 to 7 yrs Program Days and Hours: M-F. Choose 1 class per week or several. Mornings: 9 am to 1 pm. Afternoons: 1:30 to 4 pm. Outdoor, early-childhood, and nature program. It’s simple—kid’s just need to play. This program is as much outdoor time as we can possibly pack in. Even on cold days, we bundle up and walk the farm, feed animals, build snowmen, collect eggs, climb the giant tree house, catch toads, or follow bugs. Activities include participating in daily farm routines, feeding and caring for animals, gardening and harvesting. Inside activities include a recycled creative art building, where children choose from painting, woodworking, sculpting, fabric art, and sensory materials. By popular demand, we have now added a SproutHouse extension program for children, ages 5 to 7. Children will have the opportunity to explore more in-depth, handson interest in farm lifestyle. This drop-off program is a great supplement or alternative to traditional preschool or kindergarten. W: www.sunflowerfarminfo.com E: sunflowerfarmmail@gmail.com
Sunflower Preschool—Boulder 3340 Dartmouth (303) 494-2012 Contact-Debbie Ellman Ages: 2 1/2 - 6 Licensed Year-round Program Days: M-F Hours: 8 am to 4 pm. Part-time schedules available. Sunflower Preschool is now a certified Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom, National Wildlife Federation certified wildlife habitat, as well as PACE certified since 2008. Sunflower Preschool, which opened its doors in 1981, offers a small, eco-friendly, play-based, hands-on, nurturing environment where children learn through exploration and discovery. At Sunflower our classrooms are Montessori-based with a science and nature emphasis. The teachers are well-paid professional ECE teachers who have been a part of the Sunflower staff for years. Please come and take a look at our unique children’s science museum as well as the multisensory outdoor environment. W: www.sunflowerpreschoolboulder.com E: sunflowerpreschool@yahoo.com
TLC Learning Center—Longmont 611 Korte Pkwy (303) 776-7417 Contact - Cindy Wickham Ages: birth to 6 Qualistar accreditation Year-round Hours: M-F, 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Half- and full-day options available. High-quality child care and early education that prepares children for success by nurturing the individual learning styles of all children. W: www.LearningWithTLC.org E: cwickham@LearningWithTLC.org
Treehouse Learning—Louisville 175 North 96th St. (303) 666-1950 Contact - Patti Gee-Head of School Ages: Infants - Kindergarten Licensed Year-round Program Days: M-F, 3 - 5 full days. Hours: 7 am to 6 pm or 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Treehouse Learning offers early education and child care for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and full-day kindergarten. Our curriculum is comprehensive, integrating social skills with academics, Spanish, art, music, movement. Professional staff, small groups, secure environment, nutritious snacks and lunches, beautiful facility and naturally landscaped grounds. Located in the Indian Peaks area, near 95th & Baseline; independent school, local family-owned since 1997. Limited availability in all groups. W: www.treehouselearning.com
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Private o Alexander Dawson School—Lafayette 10455 Dawson Drive (303) 665-6679 Contact - Admissions Office Ages: K - 12th grade Licensed & Accredited September - June/Camp Program Days: M-F, 175 days. Hours: 8 am to 3:25 pm, plus AfterSchool Academy. A well-rounded, Renaissance approach. Student/teacher ratio of 7/1, daily enrichment (art, music, computers, library, foreign language, sports), stimulating academics, superb teachers. W: www.dawsonschool.org E: admissions@dawonschool.org
Bixby School—Boulder 4760 Table Mesa (303) 494-7508 Contact - Pat Baker Ages: K - 5th Grade Licensed 9-month & year-round Hours: 8:30 am to 3:15 pm (7:15 am to 5:45 pm extended day) Small group instruction in language arts, mathematics, geography, science, music, art, and history, with curriculum geared to challenging each student’s needs. We teach to individual strengths, so every child thrives. W: www.bixbyschool.org E: office@bixbyschool.org
Boulder Country Day School—Boulder 4820 Nautilus Ct. North (303) 527-4931 x 248 Contact - Susan Boyle Ages: Preschool - 8th Grade Licensed August - May/Camp Program Days: M-F Hours: 8 am to 3 pm, middle school until 3:15. Before- & after-school care and enrichment classes available. Accreditations: NAIS, ACIS, and Approved Middle Years International Baccalaureate School. Situated on a picturesque, safe, and private 5.5acre campus, Boulder Country Day School provides a balanced, classical education distinguished by academic excellence and social development in a caring and supportive learning environment. Preparing all students to reach their potential. Summer camp in June and July. W: bouldercountryday.org E: info@bouldercountryday.org
SCHOOL
Schools
Broomfield Academy—Broomfield 7203 W. 120th Ave. (303) 469-6449 Contact - Pat Garner, principal Ages: 2 1/2 - 14 yrs Licensed Year-round, including summer Program Days: M-F. Hours: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Before- and afterschool programs. Academic preschool through middle school. Nationally accredited (NIPSA). An individualized education helping children be exceptional, accelerated, and creative. Individual student learning plans, small class sizes, advanced curriculum, character education, and service learning programs, monthly field trips related to curriculum, before- and afterschool programming, specialty classes in Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, art, swimming, music, technology, and physical education. Five-acre campus with creative outdoor spaces, a swimming pool, and a teaching garden. Year-round enrollment. W: www.broomfieldacademy.com E: principal@broomfieldacademy.com
Friends’ School—Boulder 5465 Pennsylvania (303) 499-1999 Contact - Mari Engle Friedman Ages: K-5th grade Licensed & Accredited Aug - May/Summer Camp Program Days: M-F Hours: 8:30 am to 3:15 pm Aftercare and enrichment classes 3:15 to 5:30 pm A supportive community committed to educating the whole child—head, hands, and heart. Experiential and integrated curriculum, emphasizing academics, problem solving, creativity, critical thinking, and social responsibility. Small classes, low student/teacher ratios. Sliding-scale tuition based on family income and additional financial aid available. ACIS accredited, NAIS member. W: www.friendsschoolboulder.org E: info@friendsschoolboulder.org
Hillside School—Boulder 6717 S. Boulder Road (303) 494-1468 Contact - Kathy Sherman Ages: 1 - 9th grade Licensed August - May/Summer program Program Days: M-F Hours: 8 to 11 am and 12 to 3 pm Hillside provides specialized, research-based instruction for students with learning differences such as dyslexia in grades 1-9, in a caring, supportive environment. Experiencing real academic growth allows our students to discover their full potential and become successful learners in all academic areas. W: www.hillsidelearning.org E: kathy@hillsidelearning.org
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Mountain Peak Private School—Longmont 1833 Sunset Place (720) 494-1622 Contact - Tom Buckett Ages: 3 - 12 yrs (6th grade) Licensed August - June/Summer Camp Program Days: M-F Hours: 7 am to 6 pm MPPS is an independent, nonsectarian school that focuses on educating the whole child. Recognizing that each child is unique, MPPS entitles its teachers to individualize curriculum based on each child’s developmental stage. We offer learning experiences that reach beyond the core academic areas beginning at the preschool level. We strive for excellence by nurturing each child’s intellect, curiosity, and social growth. And because studies have shown that large class sizes adversely affect learning, we are committed to keeping our classes small (15-16 for K-6th grades, 10-12 for preschool). Before/after-school care, daily PE, art, music, foreign language. W: www.mountainpeakschool.com E: mountainpeak@comcast.net
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Schools Mountain Shadows Montessori School—Boulder 4154 63rd Street (303) 530-5353 Contact - Ann Kasunich Ages: 12 months to 12 years Toddler ~ Primary ~ Elementary ~ AMIAccredited & Licensed Program Days: M-F, 9-month program for ages 12 months to 12 years and 9- or 12-month programs for ages 12 months-3 years and 3-5 years. Hours: Full day: 8:15 am to 2:50 pm, half day: 8:15 pm to 12 noon, extended hours program 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Mountain Shadows Montessori School is the only accredited AMI (Association Montessori International) school in Colorado. Located on a beautiful 12-acre country campus in Boulder, MSMS has continuously provided excellence in Montessori education since 1976. At Mountain Shadows, children joyfully learn to reach their full potential while developing skills for living a successful life. Call today to schedule your personal tour of our campus. W: www.mountainshadows.org E: admissions@mountainshadows.org
The Patchwork School—Louisville 1428 Main St. (720) 271-6729 Contact - Michele Beach Ages: K-12, Preschool and Toddlers August - May & Summer Camps Program Days: M-F Hours: 9 am to 3 pm. Before and aftercare, from 8 to 9 am and 3 to 4 pm. The Patchwork School is a nonprofit, democratic school in Louisville, Colorado, with full-time and part-time programs for children ages 1 and up, as well as homeschooler programs. Our philosophy is composed of principles from Democratic Education, Reggio Emilia, and Humane Education. We are committed to preserving every person’s right to a life of self-direction, meaning, and joy. W: www.thepatchworkschool.com E: info@thepatchworkschool.com
BOULDER County Kids
Health Care Directory FLOODHealth Tips
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From JoHannah Reilly ND, LAc, Boulder
t has been over a month now since the flooding here in Colorado. It was an exciting and also a scary time. Seeing all that water and mud reminds us of how powerful nature is, and how dangerous fast-moving water can be. Now that we have cleaned up after the storm, it is much safer, but there are still things we need to pay attention to. • The water from the flood has bacteria in it that can make us sick. There are still some ponds and standing water, and you should NOT walk or play in them. Touching the water with your hands and then touching your face or mouth can make you sick. • The mud that is left from the flood also has bacteria in it that can make you sick. It may sound like fun to play in the mud, but not this mud!
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• If you have to walk through the water or mud, then wear your boots and rinse them off afterwards. • Don’t roll or play on the floor where people walk with their shoes on. Remember they have been outside and may have walked in the flood water, or in the flood mud, and now you are rolling in it. Yikes! • Remember with all this bacteria around do NOT put things, especially your fingers, in your mouth. What have you been touching?...doorknobs, the dog, the playground. I know my daughter touches EVERYTHING.. so keep those fingers out of your mouth and wash your hands before you eat. • There is more mold growing now than usual, with all of the water exposure that we have had. If you smell mold in your house, school, or car, there are actions you and your family can take to get rid of the mold, or hire a professional to help. • If you are exposed to any of the flood bacteria or mold, you may have a bellyache, gas, bloating, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, a sore throat, or a cough. Breathing air that has mold in it can cause asthma. You may notice that it is hard to get enough air or just that you are coughing a lot. Be sure to tell your parents if you are having any of these symptoms. Your doctor can help you address all of these problems.
Boulder Nutrition Sue Van Raes 1120 Alpine Avenue
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www.bouldernutrition.com sue@bouldernutrition.com Ages: All Boulder Nutrition is both a science- and psychology-based health care practice where you can learn the ins and outs of a healthy lifestyle, improve your relationship to food and your body, and feel better than ever. Visit us at www. BoulderNutrition.com for programs, groups and events to fit your holistic health care. Hours: Call or use our online system at boulder-nutrition.genbook.com to make your appointment today. See ad.
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Ages: prenatal, children, teens and adults. Acupuncture and massage services. Working with families in Boulder and surrounding areas for 25 years. Specializing in treatment of pain, pregnancy, infertility and children’s health. Master’s degree in Oriental medicine, including Chinese herbal medicine and Japanese needling techniques. Structural Integration as well as many other treatment-oriented bodywork methods are included in 25 years of training. Hours: Call for an appointment. Flexible hours. See ad.
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www.neuroAgility.com Ages: children, teens, young adults, adults, full range care. We specialize in ADD/ADHD, Brain Injury, Anxiety, Sleep, Aspergers. neuroAgility is a nonmedicated way to train your brain. Full evaluation, qEEG and neurofeedback is our area of expertise. We offer an accelerated summer program. Hours: M-F: 9 am to 7 pm. See ad.
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Birthday Party Directory Boulder
birthday crowd! Contact: Betty Quigley 303-443-8675 www.playatgrandrabbits.com
Broomfield
and Surrounding Realms. For more information, please visit us online or call. 303-786-9216 RenaissanceAdventures.com
KidzArt
ABC Birthday Parties Ages: 3 - 18 1960 32nd Street Climbing Parties! Fun, low-stress, quality parties with ABC Kids Climbing. Includes party room, games, activities, pizza, cake, and climbing for kids of all ages and abilities. Hours: Call for times. Contact: Staff 303-443-5437 info@abckidsclimbing.com www.abckidsclimbing.com
Ages: 4 - 18 Looking for a fun, unique, no mess idea? Let our party specialists WOW your young guests as they are guided through an exciting art extravaganza! Everybody takes home a masterpiece! To add sparkle to your party, you can choose from a menu of cool projects and mediums. Contact: Michelle Goffin 303-530-1368 michelle@kidzart.com www.KidzArtboco.com
Musical Birthdays Boulder
Clementine Birthday Parties Ages: 3 - 10 1237 Pine Street. New location! Parties designed with your child in mind. Art parties with high-quality materials and lots of fun for all for 11/2 hours. Minimum of 8 and maximum of 30 children. Optional extras of cakes, invitations, and gluten-free treats. Bright and spacious facility. Hours: Saturday morning and afternoon slots available. Contact: Staff 303-443-2520 lisa@openartsclementine.org www.openartsclementine.org
1237 Pine Street Ages: 1-12 A “Musical Birthday” at the Off Broadway School of Fine Arts! Children and parents will explore music and movement together in a fun and creative environment. We’ll sing songs, play instruments, and even try some yoga stories for kids! Activities are led by our experienced staff, all of whom hold degrees in music education. Hours: Call for reservations. For parties of up to 15 children. Contact: Staff 720-244-8760 info@offbroadwayfinearts.org offbroadwayfinearts.org
Challenge Island Broomfield Academy Splash Parties Ages: 3 - 18 7203 W 120th Avenue Birthday parties in Broomfield Academy’s very warm indoor saltwater pool are a blast. And very affordable! Pool rental and lifeguard fee is $60 per hour (2-hour minimum). Heated and fully enclosed pool building is perfect for the kids to play games in the pool, in any kind of outside weather, including snow! Bring your own birthday cake. Or, have pizza delivered! Or, bring your own food. It is an easy way to have a party. This pool is great for kids—and our lifeguards are fun to have in the pool during your party! Call to reserve your pool party today! Private, semiprivate, and group swim lessons are also available after school and on weekends. Parent-tot class on Saturdays. Contact: Anica 303-469-6449 www.broomfieldacademy.com
Countywide Fun in a Bubble
Adventure Quest or Sword Games Birthdays Birthday Parties play! at Grandrabbit’s
Boulder
Ages: 1-9 2525 Arapahoe Ave H-7 The birthday child and guests will have an incredible experience being creative, experimenting and engaging in activities designed with plenty of play! in mind! Parents can relax; enjoy the guests and the wide-eyed wonder of the
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Ages: 5 - 12 Why just throw a party when you can throw a Challenge Island party! Choose from a whole slew of celebratory challenges (like our Ice Cream Stream Extravaganza and our Angry Birds Challenge at Catapult Cay) to create your own unique tribal birthday celebration! We supply all the Island party gear and giveaways (and even the cake if you like) and your guests supply the creativity. All challenges are based on the STEM Principles (Science,Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics). Your birthday boy or girl and all of their friends will have a wild time trying to Outthink, Out-play, and Out-PARTY on Challenge Island! Please visit our website for more details. Days: Seven days a week. Contact: Megan Johnson 303-776-0969 challengeislandco@gmail.com www.challenge-island.com/ colorado-longmont
Boulder/Denver
Ages: 6 - 16 Be the Hero of a Mythic Quest! Choose from swasher team games, Treasure Quest, or Adventure Quest. We come in costume, bring foam swasher swords, and lead the participants on an amazing adventure filled with riddles, dueling, interesting characters, and challenging games. Offering summer quests and birthday parties since 1995. Serving Boulder, Denver,
Ages: 4 and up Wiggle and giggle with your kids! Fun for family members of all ages! Have a party where your family can learn the art of bubblology. Your child will experience and learn how to make “unbreakable” bubbles, make wands out of household items, stand in a bubble, make a smiley face and exotic shape bubbles, and many more activities. Children have had so much fun they ask, “Do we have to go eat cake?” Nancy will travel to your party site in Boulder County and surrounding areas. Call for fees. Contact: Nancy Winkler 303-709-4767 nancy@funinabubble.com www.funinabubble.com
Lafayette
BOULDER County Kids Mudslingers Birthday Parties
Bob L. Burger Recreation Center Birthday Parties Ages: 3 - 10 111 W. Baseline Road Birthday parties at the Lafayette Recreation Center. Choose from tree climbing, skateboarding, swimming, or gymnastics! Price includes party room/skatepark shelter, cake, candles, tablecloth, paper goods, and one of 12 special party “themes.” Contact: Heide Barrowman 303-665-0469 heideb@cityoflafayette.com www.cityoflafayette.com/parties
Dog House Music Ages: 5 and up 525 Courtney Way Rock & Roll Birthday Parties! Authentic rock & roll birthday parties for kids, teens, and adults. Rock & roll makeover, interactive music video games on our giant flat screen, live performance by teen band. Hours: By appointment. Contact: Gary Lennox 303-664-1600 Contact@doghousemusic.com www.rockandrollbirthday.com
Triple Creek Ranch Horse Birthday Parties Ages: 4 -12 4255 Nelson Road 2.5 Hours Party: “Paint-A-Dandy” for up to 10 children, ages 4 and up. Join the fun of games, playing with the mini horses and painting the special B-day horse, Dandy, along with a lead line ride! Of course it’s washable paint! $350. 2-Hour Party: “Cowgirl Up” for girls ages 12 and up, For those too old for painting ponies! 6 girls team up for games on horseback with 3 horses! Fun and upbeat memories with friends that they continue to talk about over and over! $300. All the information and pictures you need on the Web page! Kids and parents leave saying it’s the best parties and setting they have ever been to! Fast moving, FUN, lasting memories and smiles! With years of experience, TCR takes great pride in our parties, to make sure all the extra touches are there for your guest!$100 deposit required. Everyone will enjoy being at Triple Creek Ranch! Contact: Lynn McChesney 303-444-4291 lynntriplecreek@gmail.com www.triplecreek-ranch.com
Louisville
Longmont
Mountain Kids Gymnastic-Themed Parties
ICPonies Ages: 5 - 11 8590 N 87th Street Parties include pony rides, barrel train ride, crafts, and many more fun activities. Check out our website for more information, testimonials, and prices. Family day/night and classroom parties also available. Contact: Isabel or Robin 720-445-1006 ponies@icponies.com icponies.com
920 Main Street Ages: 5 and up. Mudslinger’s Pottery is happy to provide a fun and unique birthday party experience. Each party attendee will learn to glaze a professionally hand-crafted piece of pottery. Learn more about how the pieces were made with a demonstration/mini lesson on the potter’s wheel for an additional cost of $25.00. Call today to set up your party! Fees: $18.00 per child. Hours: By appointment. Contact: John Hansen 303-926-0996 mudslingerspotteryinc@gmail.com www.mudslingerspottery.com
Nederland Birthday Party at The Carousel Ages: all 20 Lakeview Drive Rent the entire carousel or our upstairs party room. Party givers are welcome to bring their own treats; many local restaurants are able to provide food and drink. Fees: Party Room $40 per hour (includes 10 ride tickets). Entire carousel (available when we are not open) $125 per hour, which includes unlimited rides during your event. Call for more details. Days and Hours: we are always open Saturday and Sunday, 11 am to 6 pm; please call for additional days and hours. Contact: Carousel Director 303-258-3457
Ages: 2-10 yrs 474 S. Taylor Ave. (in the Colorado Technology Center) Gymnastics-themed birthday parties include 1 hour of gymnastics time with our enthusiastic birthday party staff. Activities include a gigantic obstacle course, trampoline, games, relays, parachute play, and 30 minutes of party time for cake, presents, and other party activities. We provide the party host, invitations, thank-you notes, and party favors, and of course take care of all the cleanup! Great parties for kids of all ages! Call for fees. Contact: Anna Narvaes 303-665-8287 anna@mountain-kids.com www.mountain-kids.com
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After-School Programs Arts & Science
Dance Boulder Valley School District Boulder Valley
Clementine Art Classes Boulder
Ages: Children to adults 1237 Pine Street. NEW LOCATION! Clementine Studio™ is a full-time, art enrichment program with hands-on, multimedia programs that encourage independent exploration of age-appropriate art materials in a nurturing and inspiring environment. Weekly classes, workshops, camps, parties, and more. Drop-in classes available and now offering BVSD in-service day camps—full- and half-day options. For a complete listing, please visit our website. Hours: Call for times and days. C: Lisa Holub lisa@openartsclementine.org www.openartsclementine.org P: 303-443-2520
CU Science Discovery Boulder
Ages: 5-13 3400 Marine Street Are you looking for an enriching experience that is so much fun your kids won’t even realize how much they are learning? CU Science Discovery offers a variety of after-school and student-day-off/holiday programs designed to inspire budding science enthusiasts. Programs explore technology and science using hands-on activities that are sure to delight. Please register online or by phone. C: Anjali Maus sciencediscovery.colorado.edu P: 303-735-2230
Ages: 6-12 Offering high-quality, affordable after-school and no-schoolday classes for kids. We provide instruction in visual arts, science, theater, cooking, and collaborative classes with various local organizations. Classes meet at BVSD schools and other locations in Boulder County. Please visit our website for complete class listings. Registration is available online or by phone. Program Days: M-F C: Lifelong Learning Registrar ivy.lee@bvsd.org www.bvsd.org/LLL P: 720-561-5968
Boulder/Broomfield
Boulder Ballet School Boulder
Ages: 3-Adult The official school of Boulder Ballet, under the direction of Ana Claire. Rigorous training in an atmosphere of playful professionalism. Recipient of the Florence Ruston Award for Overall Excellence, Youth America Grand Prix Outstanding Teacher Award, and Best of Boulder Award. Program Days: M-F, Sat. Hours: 9 am-7 pm+ For information on classes please visit boulderballet.org, or call registrar. C: Nan Streicker P: 303-443-0028.
Sunflower Kids Art Studio Boulder
Ages: 3.5-15 5345 Arapahoe Avenue #6 Our children are taught in small, cozy groups, which allows each child to explore at their own pace and receive individual attention from the instructor. Sunflower Kids teaches children everything they need to know to create paintings that both kids and parents will be proud of. Hours: Classes held every day. Please see our schedule and online gallery for more information. C: Lika Gitis lika@artsunflower.com www.artsunflower.com P: 720-939-7545
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Ages: All Join our dance family, where EVERYONE is a star! Dance with our expertly trained staff, receive personalized evaluations and recommendations for continual development, and watch your dancer grow. Live video observation! All ages and abilities! Class types include jazz, ballet, hip-hop, pom, and more. Others include preschool ages, boys only, all-star poms, “GLEE” boot camp, as well as opportunities for competitive and performing teams. Plenty of offerings to work for tight family schedules. Monthly packages and single-class pricing available! Check out our state-of-the-art facilities today and schedule your studio tour with a one-on-one meeting. info@elitedanceacademy.net www.elitedanceacademy.net/bck P: 303-442-3745
Empowerment
Success Strategies 4 Kids Boulder
Grades: 6-8 Secrets of Friendship. What makes kids like other kids? Students will learn and practice six most important friendship skills, what makes kids avoid other kids, how to NOT lose your friends. Small class size, individual attention, student workbook, parent handout, and snacks. Early registration $165, week of class $185. Days and Hours: Thursdays from 5:30-7 pm. C: Sherry Lewis, MS, LPC successstrategies4kids@gmail.com www.ss4k.com Facebook.com/sLewisCounselor LinkedIn.com/in/SherryLewisCounselor Twitter.com/sLewisCounselor P: 303-915-4421
BOULDER County Kids Guitar
Gymnastics Cheerleading
Language
Boulder Guitar Coach Boulder
Ages: 8 and up Guitar Lessons for Kids. Colorado certified elementary teacher. I can help your child to express themselves musically, while getting a solid music education and having Fun! Students will learn songs they are excited to play and make music from the very beginning. Days and Hours: M- Sat. 10 am-7 pm. C: Wayne Daniels info@boulderguitarcoach.com www.BoulderGuitarCoach.com P: 720-323-6424
Boulder Guitar Studio Boulder
Ages: 6 and up Guitar, Bass, Dobro, Lap Steel and Ukulele lessons for all styles and levels. Learn your favorite songs & the fundamentals, techniques, theory, & reading skills behind them. Custom approach determining your interests & focus on having fun while reaching goals. Fees: $30 per 30 minutes, $40 per 45 minutes, $50 per hour. Days and Hours: M-F, 10 am-7 pm. C: Lee Johnson lee@boulderguitar.com www.boulderguitar.com P: 303-442-2379
nourish your child’s spiritual growth. Program Days: Sun-Th. Hours: afternoons/eve. C: Sue Salinger www.NeveiKodesh.org school@neveikodesh.org P: 303-443-4567
Mountain Kids Gymnastics & Dance Louisville
Ages: Walking and up 474 S. Taylor Avenue At Mountain Kids there are mountains to climb, rivers to cross, jungles to conquer, and fun to be had. Also, strength, flexibility, coordination, confidence, and new skills are acquired every day. Students discover their amazing movement potential through GYMNASTICS & DANCE classes in a safe, creative, and nurturing environment! We make moving and learning fun! Transportation available from select schools. Programs & times vary. Please call or visit our website for more information. C: Anna Narvaes anna@mountain-kids.com www.mountain-kids.com/louisville P: 303-665-8287
Jewish Studies
Congretaion Nevei Kodesh Boulder
Ages: 6-13 years 1925 Glenwood. We provide Nevei Yeladim (Oasis for Children), a Jewish Renewal school with innovative programs in Hebrew, Jewish culture, and Torah study, designed to inspire, delight, and
Bilingual Tots Boulder County/Denver
Ages: 0-10 Bilingual Tots, a language school for children 0-10, total immersion language courses in Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Mandarin Chinese, with native teachers in several locations. Small classes! Hours: Mornings and late afternoon sessions. C: Steven Roszell www.BilingualTots.com P: 303-351-1721
Manners
Molly Manners Social Etiquette Boulder County
Ages: 3-16 A fun, interactive, and effective program that empowers children to become confident, considerate, and respectful of themselves and others. Teaching good manners, etiquette, and social skills to children. Program Days: After school and weekends. C: Pia Richardson pia@mollymanners.com www.mollymanners.com/ piarichardson P: 303-242-1368
Music
Boulder Suzuki Strings Boulder
Ages: 4-18 Suzuki music instruction by registered faculty in violin, viola, & cello. Private & group lessons, note reading, theory, public performances, and more. Call for fees and times. Program Days: M-F C: Staff info@bouldersuzukistrings.org bouldersuzukistrings.org P: 303-499-2807
International School Of Music Boulder/Westminster
Ages: 4 and up Formerly known as Harmonious Music. Piano and accordion instruction in Russian or English, with a European flair. For children and adults. Master’s degree in piano, accordion and musical performance. Fun and loving instruction in your home or ours, using traditional methods of reading and playing, coupled with the Russian school of piano/ accordion playing techniques: Lessons focus on music as an art form and how it has the ability to portray its different feelings, moods and emotional experiences associated with everyday life. Multiple concerts held yearly. Hours: M-Sat. 10 am - 9pm C: Nina P: 303-502-8224
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After-School Programs Music Cont’d
Saturday morning, and evening times. Register online. C: Jane Smolens www.mountainsongmusic.com P: 303-413-1120
Off Broadway School of Fine Arts Boulder
Music Together® of Boulder Ages: Birth-5 Small intimate parent/child programs. FREE demo classes offered throughout the year. Call for times and fees. Two Boulder locations—downtown and north. C: Jane Simms Roche www.musictogetherboulder.com P: 303-530-0434
Music Together® Big Kids Boulder
Ages: 5-7 Our curriculum includes solfège (ear training), solos and ensembles, folk dances, harmony singing, vocal development, and drumming. Limited to 6 children, and each child will have their own keyboard. Safe, fun environment, conducting and improvisation, story songs, and game songs. Beginning piano component where we will apply some of what we are learning specifically to the piano. C: Jane Smolens www.mountainsongmusic.com P: 303-413-1120
Music Together® Central Boulder
Ages: Mixed ages, birth - 5 years and their caregivers. Award winning, research -based early childhood music & movement program celebrating 25 years of family musicmaking. Families have fun planting the seeds for musical growth through singing, movement, and instrument play. Siblings welcome. Free demo by appointment. Weekly 45minute classes. Hours: Weekday mornings,
Ages: 6 weeks – 6 years accompanied by an adult 1237 Pine Street Do Re Mi and You: Mommy and Me Music Class with licensed music educator Emily L’Hommedieu is an innovative blend of singing, dancing, instrument exploration, andpersonal expression. The class is rooted in quality LIVE MUSIC of American folk, world, and popular genres. The instructor accompanies singing with guitar, banjo, drums, or piano. Creative movement with scarves and props, based on the Dalcroze/Eurhythmic method, is also central to the class. Fees: $15 drop ins, $100 for a 10-class punch card. Try your first class free! Hours: M/W, 10:15 – 11 am C: Staff info@offbroadwayfinearts.org offbroadwayfinearts.org P: 720-244-8760
Rocky Mountain Center for Musical Arts Lafayette
Ages: All 200 E. Baseline Road Lessons, classes, and ensembles. Full member of the National Guild for Community Arts Education, RMCMA is committed to providing highquality musical experiences for people of all ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, and financial circumstances. We value excellence in arts education and access for all members of the community. Hours: M-F, 9 am - 9 pm C: Nancy Brace brace@comusic.org www.COmusic.org P: 303-665-0599
Sandy Burrell Music Studio
Parlando School for the Arts Boulder
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Ages: 5 and up. In-home piano and guitar lessons. Traditional classical piano, as well as jazz theory and improvisation. Blues, rock, whatever! Young, enthusiastic and upbeat, passionate teacher. Call Chase today! Days and Hours: Call to schedule. C: Chase Norris Norris.Chase@gmail.com www.mungomusic.net P: 720-839-0440
Niwot
a) Intro to Flute, 6 weeks. b) Intro to Violin, 8 weeks. c) Intro to Music, 1 semester – explore flute, violin, or piano. d) Penny Whistle Program – ideal class for ages 3 to 6. Fees:$10/class. Pay by session. Call for current class times. C: Sandy Burrell P: 303-652-3287
Piano Ages: All 2590 Walnut St. (Dairy Center) Parlando School for the Arts offers private instruction, group classes, and ensembles for students of all ages and abilities, on all musical instruments and in voice and musical theater. Our faculty of 50 of the region’s best teachers provide instruction to more than 700 students each week. More than half of our faculty have advanced degrees in music. C: Staff info@parlando.org www.parlando.org P: 303-442-0006
of 6 children or fewer. Keyboards provided during lesson time. Jane Smolens has been a piano/music educator since 1986. C: Jane Smolens www.mountainsongmusic.com P: 303-413-1120
Group Piano/ Keyboard Class Boulder
Ages: 6 and up Children learn musical notation, theory, composition/improvisation music in a fun, supportive, creative environment. Weekly one-hour classes. Small groups
Rose Garden Music North Boulder
Ages: 4 to 84 Deep LOVE of teaching music in a joy-filled, humorous way that leads to success & musicality for each student. Individualized, customized program that focuses on intrinsic motivation. Performance opportunities, emotionally safe, nonjudgmental, supportive, and happy environment. Extensive background in piano performance, composition, pedagogy, psychology, & childhood development has proven invaluable with children of all ages as well as adult students! NPR endorsement. Hours: By appointment C: Jessica Dinsdale rosegardenmusic@aol.com P: 303-442-2690
BOULDER County Kids Swimming
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of intensive instruction. Hours: M-F, 9 am-6 pm C: Deborah Kratovil learningpathwayscolorado@comcast.net www.learningpathwayscolorado.com P: 303-499-1941
Mathnasium MATH ONLY Learning Center
Swim•Float•Swim! Home of Infant Aquatics Longmont
Ages: 6 months and up. Diagonal Trade Center 795 S. Sherman Street Boulder County’s best swim lessons are in Longmont! At Swim•Float•Swim! Your child will learn to swim safely in weeks, not years. Our two warm-water indoor pools and UV water purification system ensure your child the safest and most comfortable water experience. We are the swim lesson experts—stop by our childfriendly facility to Discover the Difference. Hours: 7 am-7 pm, M-F C: Judy Heumann judy@infantaquatics.com www.swimfloatswim.com P: 303-499-2229
Colorado Shakespeare Festival School of Theatre Boulder
Ages: 8-18. The CSF School of Theatre offers classes, workshops and private coaching sessions for kids and teens year-round. Ten-week classes include Improv Shakespeare, Clowning in Shakespeare, and Shakespeare’s Comedies. One-day workshops are held every month in Boulder, and culminate in a short performance for friends and family. Space is limited! Call for schedule. C: Amanda Giguere csfedout@colorado.edu www.coloradoshakes.org/ education/csf-school-theatre P: 303-492-1973
Dreamcatcher Direct Instruction Centers Boulder
Ages: 5 to Adult 5440 Conestoga Court (at 55th and Arapahoe)
We promise at least one grade level increase in 30 hours of instruction, or we will teach your child for free! One-to-one supplemental educational services in reading, spelling, math, writing, critical thinking, and study skills. Research proven curriculum guarantees rapid progress. Also offering ACT/ SAT/GED prep, advanced math and writing, foreign languages, and homework help. Flexible payment plans. Refund policy. Hours: M - Sat, 8 am-8 pm C: Staff admin.dreamcatcher@gmail.com www.dreamcatcherlearning.com P: 303-444-8422
Do you have a bright child who is struggling with learning or focus?
Swim School of Boulder Boulder
Ages: 6 months and up 3015 Bluff Street The Swim School of Boulder is the county’s premier aquatic training facility. As underwater experts in both scuba and swim training, we teach swimming skills and aquatic safety to all ages in our private, indoor 88-degree pool. Programs Days: M-Th, 9 am to 6 pm. C: Callie Holcomb callie@swimschoolboulder.com www.swimschoolboulder.com P: 303-440-7946 (SWIM)
Is your child experiencing any or all of the following: • Behind in reading or math Rocky Mountain • Weak organizational skills Theatre for Kids • Difficulty paying attention in school Learning Boulder • Illegible writing or writing not at ability Pathways Ages: 5-16 • ADD/ADHD 5311 Western Ave., Ste. 135 Boulder the door to a permanent path of learning (near ArapahoeOpen & 55th) Ages: 7 and upthat goes beyond tutoring We utilize the latest Boulder’s premiere youth or medication. 1790 30th Street, #235 researchbest in our individualized, one-on-one program. theatre offersbrain Boulder’s Is your child struggling with See why thousands child can too! theatrical training in musicalhave succeeded--your reading, diagnosed with dystheatre, acting, voice, dance, lexia, behind in math, improvisation & more.LEARNING AfterPATHWAYS PATHWAYS difficulty putexperiencing school programs, Actors ting thoughts into words? BOULDER OFFICE - 303 303-499499-1941 Academy Program, and sumWe help where traditional www.learningpathwayscolorado.com mer camps. tutoring can’t. Our multiC: Stuart Motola sensory methods gets quick info@theaterforkids.net results that last a lifetime. www.theaterforkids.net An average student will www. ActorsAcademyCO.com achieve a 2-grade-level P: 303-245-8150 increase in just a few weeks
Lafayette
Grades: 1-College Calculus 2770 Arapahoe Rd. Ste 114 We make math make sense! Mathnasium’s affordable, proven, customized programs work with kids to build a solid MATH foundation that makes sense to them. Our programs increase confidence and help kids understand & do their homework. Catch-up and enrichment, private lessons, special summer camps & SAT/ ACT math prep programs. WARNING: Your child could become crazy about math! Hours: 3 to 7 pm, M-Th; Sundays, 1:30 to 5:30 pm C: Lisa & Alan Iguchi boulder@mathnasium.com www.mathnasium.com/boulder P: 720-890-9000
P roj e c t YOU Project Youth Boulder
Ages: Elementary School A nonprofit for increased student achievement. After-school literacy and math intervention program for fall and spring semesters. Intense intervention for a duration is the only way to increase achievement. Only four openings available. Must be behind in literacy or math. Hours: M-Th. After school until 5:15 pm. C: Kris Walton, Director and CEO. krismiss6@gmail.com www.kris-list.com P: 303-717-7280
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WINTER Calendar of Events ART/MUSEUMS
Nov 2, Dec 7, Jan 4—Denver Denver Art Museum Free First Saturdays all for ages, from 10 am to 5 pm, located at 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkway. On the first Saturday of every month, enjoy our art collections and non-ticketed exhibitions without spending a dime! Free general admission tickets are available on-site starting at 10 am. (Passport to Paris requires a special exhibition ticket.) Sponsored by Target. Made possible by the citizens who support the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD). Call Rose Beetem at (720) 913-0130 or e-mail info@denverartmuseum.org for more information or check out www.denverartmuseum.org November 16—Lafayette W O W ! C h i l d r e n ’s M u s e u m WOW!’s 17th Birthday Party for all ages, at 11 am, located at 110 N. Harrison Ave. Come celebrate with a special performance by the Boulder Bach Trio, refreshments and craft activities. All included with museum admission. Call (303) 604-2424 or check out www. wowchildrensmuseum.org for more information. November 17—Denver Denver Art Museum CelebrARTE: Caminos for all ages, from 1 to 4 pm, located at 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkway. ¡Bienvenidos a CelebrARTE! Bring toda la familia and drop-in to DAM’s monthly, bilingual program. This month we are tracing our caminos, the paths we take. We are all connected along these roads crossing paths through art. Call Madalena Salazar at (720) 913-0054 or please e-mail msalazar@denverartmuseum.org for more information or check out www.denverartmuseum.org Tu/W/F—Longmont Discovery Days from 9 to 10:15 am, 10:15 to 11:30 am, and 12:30 to 2 pm, runs from early September through late May at the Longmont Museum at 400 Quail Road. This interactive drop-in program encourages children ages 2-5, to engage in creative, and sometimes messy, arts & crafts projects with their parents. Call (303) 6518374 for more information. Saturdays—Broomfield The Broomfield Depot Museum, located at 2201 West 10th Avenue, is open to the public on Saturdays
from 12 to 3 pm. Admission is FREE. Tours explain the station’s history and story of the Denver & Interurban Railway (D & I), an electric railway that ran on the Kite Route from Denver to Boulder via Broomfield from 1908 to 1926. For more information or to schedule a weekday tour for four or more call (303) 460-6824. Ongoing—Boulder The CU History Museum is open year round for ages 6 and up. Seven rooms, chronicling CU’s history and alumni accomplishments and space exhibit with moon rock from NASA. FREE. Located on the CU Campus. Call (303) 492-6329 for more information.
BOOKS ’n’ STORYTELLING
November 9—Boulder Meadows Branch Library Dance Bridge Showcase for all ages, at 3 pm, located at 4800 Baseline Rd. Boulder’s annual “Dance is for Every Body!” showcase is a rich harvest of regional dance. Equal parts entertainment and education, the showcases feature local dance groups participating in 5 to 15 minute, family-friendly presentations. The one-hour showcase is FREE and open to the public. Sponsored by Dance Bridge and the Boulder Public Library Foundation. No reservations required. Call Hannah Lackoff at (303) 441-4390 or please e-mail lackoffh@boulderlibrary.org for more information or check out bplnow.boulderlibrary.org/event/ kids-family T/W/TH—Longmont Longmont Public Library story times for ages birth to 6, located at 409 4th Avenue. Lap-sit, toddler, and preschool story times 10:15 and 11 am T/W mornings; Spanish story time TH evenings at 6:30, bedtime story time TH nights at 7 pm. Call (303) 651-8477 or check out www.ci.longmont.co.us/library Every Sunday—Boulder Boulder Public Library Go Club for ages 5-16, located at 1000 Canyon. Call Melanie Howard at (303) 441-3099 or please e-mail howardm@boulderlibrary.org for more information or check out bplnow.boulderlibrary.org/event/ kids-family/storytime for more times and information.
CLASSES ’n’ WORKSHOPS
Through May 2014—Boulder Blue Sky Kindergarten The Living
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Craft School for adults, located at 3046 11th St. We will be travelling through the seasons with craft work using very traditional and productive techniques. We will transform materials from the earth such as wool, felt, wood, silk, cotton and more, into your personal creations. Interweaving of song and story will accompany our seasonal handwork sessions together. Please call to join! Call Mindy Upton at (303) 443-4965 or e-mail blueskykindergarten@gmail.com for more information. November 3—Boulder Fabricate Monsters and Animals for ages 6 & up, from 2 to 4:30 pm, located at 2023 17th Street. Let your imaginations soar while creating your very own monster or animal. Each student will start by drawing their creature, making a pattern, sewing, embellishing and designing using the sewing machine and hand stitching. This is a great class for children of all ages and skill levels. Call Sara at (303) 997-8245 or please e-mail sara@fabricateboulder.com for more information or at www. fabricateboulder.com November 10, 17—Boulder Fabricate Finger Puppets for ages 5-7, Nov. 10th, from 12 to 2 pm and Party Bunting for ages 5 & up, Nov. 17th, from 11 am to 1 pm, located at 2023 17th Street. Call Sara at (303) 997-8245 or e-mail sara@fabricateboulder.com for more information or check out www.fabricateboulder.com November 14—Boulder Success Strategies 4 Kids Secrets of Friendship for ages 8-11, at 5:30 to 7 pm, located at 1800 30th, Street, Suite 306. What makes kids like other kids? Find out 6 secrets of making & keeping friends! Early Registration: $165, regular registration: $185 (week of class). Five classes, 1 1/2 hours, small class size, individual attention, student workbook, parent handout, snacks, and more. Call Sherry Lewis at (303) 915-4421 or e-mail slewis.consulting@gmail.com for more information or check out www.ss4k.com to register. November 25-26—Boulder Fabricate School Day Off Camp for ages 6 & up at 9 am to 1 pm located at 2023 17th Street. Come improve your sewing skills during Thanksgiving break. Projects include reversible tote bags, belts, headbands, skirts, felted mittens, messenger bags, aprons, pillow cases, stuffed animals, embroidery, pajama pants and more. Call Linda or Corey at (303) 997-8245 or
e-mail contact@fabricateboulder. com for more information or check out www.fabricateboulder.com November 25—Westminster Butterfly Pavilion Thanksgiving in the Rainforest Camp for ages 5-10, from 9 am to 4 pm, located at 6252 W. 104th Ave. Come help us explore why we’re so thankful for the rainforest with tropical snacks, games, and live bugs! Call Sarah Folzenlogen at (720) 974-1862 or e-mail sfolzenlogen@butterflies. org for more information or check out www.butterflies.org/learn/camp November 26—Westminster Butterfly Pavilion Bugs Around the World Camp for ages 5-10, from 9 am to 4 pm, located at 6252 W. 104th Ave. Around the world in eighty days...with bugs! Join Butterfly Pavilion as we discover which cultures eat grasshoppers, who thinks dragonflies are good luck, and which country used to keep pet crickets! Call Sarah Folzenlogen at (720) 974-1862 or e-mail sfolzenlogen@butterflies. org for more information or check out www.butterflies.org/learn/camp Ongoing—Boulder The Language of Food presents French After-School, language, arts and crafts class for children in 1st through 5th grades, located in BVSD elementary schools, September through May. Please call Marie Nicoletti at (303) 819-4084 or please e-mail her at thelanguageoffood@gmail.com for more information. Ongoing—Boulder play!Time at Grandrabbit’s open M-F. for ages 1-9, located at 2525 Arapahoe, Ave H-7. Check website for times. Explore our interactive play!space with your children or sit back and relax while they have a blast. Call Betty Quigley at (303) 443-8675 or e-mail besquigley@ grtoys.com for more information. Please check out our website at www.playatgrandrabbits.com M/T/W/F—Longmont Playgroups for parents and children, on Mon: 10 am to noon, infant and toddlers: Wed: 10 am to 12 pm, mixed-ages: Fri: 10:30 am to noon, & bilingual (Spanish) 0-4 playgroup on the 1st and last Fridays. Also, Fatherhood Connection every Tues, from 7 pm to 8:30 pm, support and education for dads. Children’s Services can also help with child care referrals. Call St. Vrain Valley Center at (303) 776-5348. 1st & 3rd Fridays—Boulder Mothers & Babies—Leaders’ support group, from 9:30 am to 11:30 am, at 7100 S. Boulder Rd. Also
offers support groups for new moms and babies under 6 months old for a nominal fee. Call (303) 530-0698 or visit our website at www.momsandbabies.org for more information. 2nd and 4th Mondays—Boulder First Presbyterian Church MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers), for ages infant to 5, from 9:15 to 11:15 am, at 1820 15th Street. Mornings include food, craft, or activity, speakers with subjects relating to moms and discussion time that deepens relationships with your group. Children are cared for in parallel program called MOPPETS. Call MOPS information line at (303) 402-6455. 1st Mondays—Boulder La Leche League of Boulder and Erie monthly toddler breast-feeding support group meets from 10 to 11:30 am, located in the Community Room at Boulder Nurse Midwives, 4800 Riverbend Road, Suite 100. Dedicated to providing education, information, mother-tomother support and encouragement to women who are nursing their toddlers. Babies and children welcome. For more information call Diane at (303) 444-9849, Linda at (720) 3148839 or Kate at (303) 473-9918. 2nd Tuesdays—Longmont La Leche League of Longmont breastfeeding support meeting for all ages, at 7 pm, located at 803 3rd Avenue at First Lutheran Church. Mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information and education. Babies and children welcome! Call Charlotte at (303)747-6522 or Amanda at (303) 601-5689 or check out longmontlll. org for more information. 3rd Thursdays—Longmont La Leche League of Longmont breast feeding support meeting for all ages, at 9:30 am, located at 803 3rd Avenue at First Lutheran Church. Mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information and education. Babies and children welcome! Call Charlotte at (303) 747-6522 or Amanda at (303) 6015689 or check out longmontlll.org for more information. Mondays—Westminster Grandrabbit’s Toy Shoppe Play Days for ages 2-7, at 11 am, located at 14622 Orchard Parkway. Stories, music, art, and adventure... new theme every week. Free! Call Betty Quigley at (303) 443-0780 or e-mail besquigley@grtoys.com or check out grtoys.com for more information. 3rd Tuesdays—Boulder Local mothers are invited to a free meeting of the Boulder County chapter of Mothers & More. We connect moms through evening meetings, speakers, moms’ night out, book discussions, children’s activities, and MORE. Come and meet us! Check online at www. meetup.com/Mothers-More-
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3rd Tuesdays—Boulder La Leche League of Boulder monthly breast-feeding support group from 10 to 11:30 am. An international, nonprofit, nonsectarian organization, dedicated to providing education, information, support, and encouragement to women who want to breast-feed. Babies and children welcome. Call Molly (720) 9223549 or Diane (303) 444-9849 for information and meeting location. 1st & 3rd Saturdays—Boulder The Language of Food presents The French Cooking Club, a French cooking and Language class for children ages 7 to 12, from 2 to 5 pm, located at Stir-ItUp Cooking School, 1140 South Lashley Lane. Runs September to May. Please call Marie Nicoletti at (303) 819-4084 or e-mail her at thelanguageoffood@gmail.com or www.thelanguageoffood.com for more information. Daily—Countywide Boulder County WIC Program. Supplemental foods and nutritional health education for pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women with children up to 5 years. Ongoing enrollment at 5 clinic sites. Boulder Office: 3305 Broadway; San Juan Office: 3100 34th St. in Boulder; Longmont Office: 529 Coffman, Suite 200; Salud Clinic: 231 East 9th in Longmont; Tri-cities Office: 1345 Plaza Court North, 3A in Lafayette. FREE. Call (303) 441-1451. Monday-Thursdays—Longmont Sunflower Farm now has an enrichment program for ages 5 to 8, from 9 am to 1 pm. This is a great program for home-school kids or as a supplement to your child’s kindergarten program. We provide a broad overview of everyday farm lifestyle and sustainable living involved in the care and feeding of animals, gardening, farm trades and skills and of course, we will always make time for good, old-fashioned, outdoor play. One day per week or more. Call (303) 774-8001 or please e-mail sunflowerfarmmail@gmail.com for more information or check out www. sunflowerfarminfo.com Tuesdays—Boulder Boulder Zumba. Zumba dance fitness for Kids for ages 7-13, from 4 to 5 pm, located at 6185 Arapahoe Road. Rockin’ fitness parties for kids with kid-friendly routines & music. $5 drop-in or $40 for 10-punch card. Call Donna Shonle at (303) 604-9098 or e-mail donna@shonle.net for more information or www.boulderzumba.com Thursdays—Boulder Beyond MOPS...the next step. Join us for SAMS (School-Age Moms). New group for mothers of schoolage children (kindergarten-12th grade) to share their joys and challenges. Includes guest speakers, child
care, and refreshments. 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month. Cost: $5. Boulder Valley Christian Church, 7100 S. Boulder Rd. Call Jan at (303) 494-4248 or Darcy at (303) 9261590 for more information. Thursdays—Broomfield Tough Love Parent Support Group will meet at the United Church of Broomfield at 825 Kohl Street, from 7 to 9:30 pm. Call Jerry Hart at (303) 494-4598 for more information. Friday Evenings—Lafayette City of Lafayette Bob Burger Recreation Center Friday Night Fun Club for ages 7-13, from 7 to 10 pm, located at 111 West Baseline Rd. A structured, supervised program that offers a safe, social, and recreational atmosphere. Call Debbie Wilmot at (303) 665-0469 or debbiew@ cityoflafayette.com for more information or www.cityoflafayette.com Ongoing—Boulder M u s i c To g e t h e r w i t h J a n e Smolens/Mountain Song Music free preview classes for ages 0-5, located at 3111 Walnut for families who are interested in visiting a class before registering for one of our upcoming semesters. We will be having specific demo dates in early December and then ongoing by appointment throughout the year. Call Jane Smolens at (303) 413-1120 or e-mail jsmolens@ mountainsongmusic.com for more information or check out www. mountainsongmusic.com Ongoing—Boulder Sunflower Kids Art Studio offers year-round classes for ages 3.5 to 15, at 5345 Arapahoe Ave. Call Lika Gitis at (720) 939-7545 or e-mail lika@artsunflower.com or visit us at www.artsunflower.com Ongoing—Boulder/Longmont Boulder County Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP), for children ages 0-12, with drop-in clinics available on Tues at 3460 N. Broadway in Boulder, and on Thurs at 529 Coffman Ave., Suite 100, in Longmont, from 11 am to 1 pm. Help with child care expenses for Boulder County children of low-income, activity-qualified families. Se habla español. Contact (303) 678-6014 or check out www. bouldercountychildcare.org and if you need application assistance contact Elizabeth Groneberg at (303) 928-0821 or please e-mail egroneberg@bouldercounty.org Ongoing—Countywide Boulder County Healthy Kids CHP+/Medicaid Enrollment for ages 0-19 years. Call (303) 441-1589 to enroll your family in low-cost or free health insurance. Boulder County Healthy Kids helps families and pregnant women enroll in CHP+ and Family Medicaid. For more information or check out www.bchealthykids.org
Ongoing—Longmont Swim•Float•Swim! Aquatic Academy—The ultimate swim lesson experience for ages 6 months and up. Boulder County’s only dedicated warm-water swim lesson facility where children learn to swim and float independently in weeks, not years. The Diagonal Trade Center, 795 S. Sherman St. Visit www.swimfloatswim.com to discover the difference. Contact Judy Heumann (303) 499-2229 or e-mail judy@infantaquatics.com Weekdays—Boulder/Lafayette Boulder County Head Start Enrollment drive for ages 3-5 years, from 8 am to 4 pm, located at 3482 N. Broadway. Boulder County Head Start is recruiting for its free, comprehensive preschool with full- and part-day classes. Income guidelines apply. Call Susi Gritton at (720) 564-2210 or e-mail sgritton@bouldercounty.org for more information.
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November 2, 3—Boulder Dream Makers Preschool Open House from 10 am to 12 pm, on Nov. 2nd and from 1 to 3 pm on Nov. 3rd, located at 1345 28th St. Now enrolling. Call Deb Gedenberg at (720) 274-0101 or e-mail gedenbed@comcast.net or www.dreammakerspreschool.com for more information. November 7—Boulder Friends’ School Preschool Parent Only Info Meeting for adults only, from 6 to 7:30 pm, located at 5465 Pennsylvania Ave. Learn more about Friends’ Preschool program, meet teachers, ask questions, & tour school. Call Mari Engle Friedman at (303) 499-1999 or e-mail info@FriendsSchoolBoulder. org to RSVP or check out FriendsSchoolBoulder.org for more information. November 9—Longmont Tu r k e y Tr o t – L o n g m o n t Recreation Services presents the Annual Turkey Trot 10K and 2 mile run/walk benefiting the Longmont Recreation Services Youth Scholarship Fund, at 9 am. Check out www.ci.longmont.co.us for more information. November 9—Longmont Taste of Therapy from 10 am to 1 pm at Izaak Walton Clubhouse, 18 S. Sunset. Longmont Recreation Services provide the opportunity to try a variety of alternative wellness options. Check out www. ci.longmont.co.us for more information. November 11—Boulder Clementine No School Day Camp from 9 am to noon or 1 to 4 pm, for ages 4 - 9 years old, at 1237 Pine. All workshops are $150 (includes snack and materials) unless otherwise indicated. Check
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work during our open hours. Call LeAnn at (303) 415-3514 for more information.
November 11—Lafayette Schools Out Full-Day Program for ages 5-11 yrs, from 7:30 am to 6 pm, at the Bob L. Burger Recreation Center. Schools out so check out our full day of fun. Check out www.cityoflafayette. com for more information.
Ongoing—Boulder Fiske Planetarium presents Public Astronomy Shows for ages K-20. $4 for adults, $3 for children/ seniors. Call (303) 492-5001 or (303) 492-5001 or www.colorado. edu/fiske for more information.
November 21—Louisville Shalom Baby-Boulder JCC 6th Annual PJ Library Chanukah Party for ages 2 1/2 to 6 1/2 years, with Caroline Saliman, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Put on your PJs. We’ll read Chanukah stories, spin dreidels, and make a Chanukah craft. This program fills up quickly, so please register early. Louisville Library, 951 Spruce St. $10 per family. Registration deadline: Monday, November 18. Call Mitten Lowe at (720) 364-1812 or e-mail shalombaby@boulderjcc.org for more information or check out www.boulderjcc.org November 24—Boulder Switch on the Holidays for all ages, at the 1300 block of Pearl, at 5 pm. November 25—Lafayette Santa’s calling for ages 8 yrs and younger from 8 am to 5 pm. Kids love to hear from Santa during the holiday season. Calls are made between 6 to 8 pm on December 4-5. Sign up your child for our annual Santa’s calling program. Pleases register online at www. cityoflafayette.com November 29—Boulder Tw e n t y N i n t h S t r e e t ’s Tre e Lighting Ceremony and the Arrival of Santa, for all ages, from 6 to 7 pm, on Macy’s plaza. Realities for Children Boulder County donations that will go toward assisting at-risk, abused and neglected youth in Boulder County. Enjoy cookies and a hot chocolate station, the reindeer corral, children’s gift giveaway, complimentary horse-drawn carriage rides and more. Saturdays—Longmont Boulder County Parks and Open Space Agricultural Heritage Center for all ages, from 10 to 5 pm, located at 8348 Ute Highway 66. Learn about the rich agricultural history of Boulder County. The farm includes two barns, an outhouse, a milk house, a blacksmith shop, and a 1909 farmhouse. The big red barn contains interactive exhibits for all ages to enjoy—including a real tractor cab! Call Jim Drew at (303)776-8688 or e-mail jdrew@ bouldercounty.org for more information or please do check out www.bouldercountyopenspace.org Ongoing—Boulder Monthly art exhibits from Boulder Valley schools, at Boulder Valley Credit Union, at 5505 Arapahoe Avenue. Check out children’s art-
Ongoing—Boulder The Business Women’s Connection currently has a few openings in their weekly group of women professionals from the Boulder County area. We are a weekly group supporting one another both professionally and personally. Check www.businesswomensconnection. com for more information and to see how to visit our group. Ongoing—Boulder Many individuals may now qualify for reduced-cost health insurance! The Boulder County Housing and Human Services Assistance Site can help individuals and families navigate the new health insurance marketplace, Connect for Health Colorado, to shop and enroll in plans. For more information, call (303) 441-1000 and ask to speak with a certified Health Coverage Guide. Do check online at www. bouldercountyhealthcoverage. org for regular updates regarding upcoming education and enrollment events in the community.
am, located at WOW! Children’s Museum. Bach for Kids offers an engaging, interactive program for kids and their families, featuring the Boulder Bach Trio, consisting of violin, flute, and cello performing Bach’s music to illustrate harmony, melody, and ornamentation. FREE and open to the public. Call Boulder Bach at (303) 776-9666 or e-mail info@boulderbachfestival. org for more information or check out www.boulderbachfestival.org Nov. 29 to Dec. 1—Boulder Boulder Philharmonic The Nutcracker Ballet for all ages, located at Macky Auditorium at 17th & University on the CU campus. Fri. at 4 pm, Sat. at 2 and 7 pm, Sun. at 2 pm. America’s favorite ballet is brought to life by the Boulder Ballet and the Boulder Phil. Classical choreography is infused with theatrical magic, circus arts and a rare sense of humor. Students of the Boulder Ballet School and a children’s choir will provide a delightful attraction for young audience members. You won’t want to miss the adorable mice, toy soldiers, dreamy snow scene and wondrous trip to the Land of Sweets for Clara and her Nutcracker Prince. Call Boulder Philharmonic at (303) 449-1343 or e-mail info@boulderphil.org for more information or check out www.boulderphil.org
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November 2—Boulder Boulder Ballet Appalachian Spring for all ages, at 7:30 pm, at Macky Auditorium located at 285 University Ave. This unique collaboration among Boulder Ballet, Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra and Frequent Flyers Aerial Dance will feature dancers and aerialists on stage with the full orchestra in a new interpretation of Aaron Copland’s gorgeous score. Call (303) 449-1343, ext. 2, or Shana Cordon at (303) 443-0028 or check out boulderphil.org for more information. November 2-16—Lakewood Athena Project The Mommy Rants for birth-moms at 1600 Pierce St. Come enjoy local theater, where child care is available. A play that celebrates motherhood and pampers mommies. It includes free massages, free food, fine products and child care for kids. Playing weekends at Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design. Daytime and evening showings. Call Angela Astle at (303) 219-0882 or e-mail info@athenaprojectfestival.org for more information or check out www.AthenaProjectFestival.org November 16—Lafayette Boulder Bach Festival Bach for Kids Concert for all ages, at 11
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December 30—Westminster Butterfly Pavilion Winter Explorers Camp for ages 5-10, at 9 am to 4 pm, located at 6252 W. 104th Ave. We’ll investigate where animals go in the winter and how they survive in this wonderful winter camp! Call Sarah Folzenlogen at (720) 974-1862 or please do e-mail her at sfolzenlogen@butterflies.org for more information or check out www.butterflies.org/learn
HOLIDAY FUN
December 1—Broomfield Rocky Mountain Brassworks presents In the Holiday Mood at 3 pm, at the Broomfield Auditorium. FREE. Get in the Christmas spirit attending this FREE concert. Sponsored in part by the Broomfield Community Foundation. Holiday favorites include a Christmas Fantasy, Caribbean Christmas, and Away in a Manger. Performers with the Dance Arts Studio will open with ballet, tap, jazz and hip-hop. Call (303) 476-0560 or please go to www.rockymountainbrassworks.org
December 6—Erie Country Christmas Parade and Celebration. The celebration consists of a living nativity scene, visiting with Santa, choirs performing, free wagon rides, a parade of lights, and local businesses serving hot chocolate and offering country Christmas specials. Check online at www.eriechamber.org for more information. December 6—Louisville Parade of Lights on Historic Main Street. Please check online at www. louisvillechamber.com for more information. December 6, 7—Broomfield Colorado Repertory Singers presents The Bells of Christmas at 7:30 pm. $10 / $8 (10 & under free). Broomfield Auditorium, 545 W. 10th Ave. Check online at www. coloradorepertorysingers.org for tickets and more information. December 7—Boulder Join us for the 26th Annual Lights of December Parade at 6 pm, downtown Boulder, with floats created by Boulder community groups, nonprofit organizations and local businesses. December 7—Broomfield Sing P’zazz Christmas Concert for all ages, at 7 pm, at the Broomfield Auditorium. P’zazz is an entertainment-based, children’s choir with 25 singers. Tickets are $15/$10. Check out www.singpzazz.com for more information. December 8—Boulder Kick off the holidays with famiy fun. The 16th Annual Holidazical fundraiser for the YWCA will be from 12:30 pm to 3 pm, at the Hotel Boulderado. $40 adult/ $20 child under age 12. This fundraiser is greared toward adult and children of all ages with a lunch buffet and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit the YWCA. December 8—Broomfield Boulder Opera Company presents The Magic Flute, at 11 am and 2 pm, at the Broomfield Auditorium. Mozart’s famous German singspiel, or opera-play, The Magic Flute, tells a charming, fantastic story that includes a bird seller, a dragon, a captured princess, a prince who wants to rescue her, an evil Queen of the Night, a priest and, of course, a magic flute. The plot is complicated but engaging, and the music is beautiful and memorable. You won’t be able to stop humming Papageno’s theme song! Adapted for a family audience, the show lasts one hour and will be followed by a 5-minute Q&A with the cast. Tickets are available at www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/479358 or please go to www. boulderoperacompany.com for more information. December 11, 12—Broomfield Broomfield Academy presents its
Winter Program at 7 pm. Musical program featuring preschool through 8th grade students singing and dancing. Check out www. broomfieldacademy.com for more information. December 13—Broomfield St. Martin’s Chamber Choir presents A Salzburg Christmas: Echoes of Christmas Past for all ages, at 7:30 pm. The story of Franz Grüber penning “Stille Nacht” on Christmas Eve for guitar and voice at a small Salzburg church because the organ was not working is well known to most people. This small “village Christmas” scene will be contrasted with the much grander musical celebrations in Salzburg’s cathedral by the likes of Wolfgang Mozart, Tomaso Albinoni, and the centerpiece of the program, Michael Haydn’s eight-movement Weihnachtsresponsorien for Matins on Christmas Day. St. Martin’s will be joined by members of the Baroque Chamber Orchestra of Colorado in this festive set. Tickets are $35/$24/$5 and are online at stmartinschamberchoir.tix.com or call (303) 298-1970 or do check out www.stmartinschamberchoir. org for more information. December 13, 14, 20, 21—Lafayette Peanut Butter Players A Child’s Christmas in Wales for all ages, at 7:30 pm and 2 pm, located at 990 Public Road. Dylan Thomas’ Christmas classic This classic is brought to life with music, mirth and magical language in a family theatre production to celebrate the holidays. Call Jo Anne Lamun at (303) 786-8727 or please e-mail pbpcontacts@gmail.com for more information or do check online at www.peanutbutterplayers.com December 13, 14—Longmont Longmont Lights Holiday Parade. Longmont Recreation Services hosts a special night with all the lights and magic of the holidays. Starts at 5 pm with special activities in Roosevelt Park. Longmont Lights Santa’s Workshop offers an evening for parents and their children ages 1 to 9 years of age to visit Santa and enjoy crafts on Friday evening from 5 to 8 pm. Check out www.ci.longmont.co.us for more information. December 14—Broomfield Broomfield Symphony Orchestra presents A Celtic Christmas with Colcannon on Sat at 7:30 pm, and on Sunday at 3 pm. A very special Christmas celebration with Colcannon, Colorado’s premier Celtic music ensemble. Tickets are $15/$12/$6. Check out www. broomfieldsymphony.org or call (303) 912-1649 or e-mail contact@ broomfieldsymphony.org for more information. December 18—Erie Kris Kringle’s CookieFest from 1 to 3 pm, at the Erie Community
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Center. Have your 5-12 year olds join us for festive crafts, cookie decorating and more! December 21—Broomfield Rocky Mountain Brassworks presents A Christmas Fantasy for Brass and Voices, at 7:30 pm at the Broomfield Auditorium. $15 Adults, $10 Seniors & Students, $5 Kids Under 12. Rocky Mountain Brassworks with the Brass Elite small ensemble and Evergreen Chorale. Please check online at www.rockymountainbrassworks. org or call (303) 476-0560 for more information.
December 22—Broomfield Boulder Chamber Orchestra presents A Gift of Music for all ages, at 7:30 pm, at the Broomfield Auditorium. Tickets are $25/$18/$12 available online at boulderchamberorchestra.org/ tickets.html or call (303) 583-1278 or you can also e-mail them at info@boulderchamberorchestra.org for more information. December 31—Lafayette WOW! Children’s Museum New Year’s Eve Celebration for all ages, at 11 am, located at 110 N. Harrison Ave. Ring in the New Year (a few hours early) at WOW! Annual celebration includes noise maker crafts, musical entertainment, parade around the museum, refreshments and special countdown at noon. This is a special ticketed event—please call for ticket information. Call (303) 604-2424 or at www.wowchildrensmuseum. org for more information.
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December 4—Boulder Friends’ School Kindergarten Parent Only Info Meeting for adults only, from 6 to 7:30 pm, located at 5465 Pennsylvania Ave. Learn in-depth about Friends’ kindergarten & elementary program, meet teachers, ask questions, & tour school. Call Mari Engle Friedman at (303) 499-1999 or e-mail info@ FriendsSchoolBoulder.org to RSVP or check out FriendsSchoolBoulder. org for more information. December 13-15, 21—Broomfield Rocky Mountain Brassworks presents A Christmas Fantasy at 7:30 pm, (Dec 15 at 3 pm), at the Broomfield Auditorium. Our Elite Brass small ensemble joins the Evergreen Chorale for this very special holiday concert. Call (303) 476-0560 for tickets or check out www.rockymountainbrassworks. org for more information. December 13-15—Longmont Flatirons Mineral Club Annual Gem & Mineral Show for all ages, from 10 am to 6 pm on Friday, 9 am to 5 pm on Sat, and 1 to 5 pm on Sun. Located at 9595 Nelson Rd. Shop for unique gifts and stocking-stuffers from 16 gem,
rock, mineral, jewelry, and lapidary equipment dealers. Exhibits, demonstrations, speakers, & classes. Special kids’ activities include gold panning, scavenger hunt, mineral identification game, and dig site. Free parking, food available onsite. Held in conjunction with the Boulder Model Railroad Club Annual Show on Dec. 14-15. $3 Fri., $5 Sat. or Sun. Kids (under 13) with paid adult, free. Call Ray Gilbert at (303) 774-8468 or e-mail hoss@q.com for more information or check out bcn.boulder.co.us/ community December 21 to January 5— Denver Denver Art Museum Winter Break: Bienvenue for all ages, from 10 am to 5 pm, located at 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkway. Join in Frenchinspired activities and enjoy artist demonstrations, art making in the galleries, and other surprises throughout the break. The Studios, C r e a t e - n - Ta k e s , a n d F a m i l y Activity Cart will be available every day. Kids 18 and younger receive free general admission during winter break. Call (720) 9130054 or e-mail familyprograms@ denverartmuseum.org for more information or please check out www.denverartmuseum.org December 23-Jan 3—Lafayette Winter “Chill-Out” Camp for ages 5-11 yrs, from 7:30 am to 6 pm at the Bob L. Burger Recreation Center. Designed to keep kids busy having fun while school is on winter break. Check online at www. cityoflafayette.com for more information.
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December 8, 13, 15—Boulder Boulder Opera presents The Magic Flute by Mozart for ages 4 and up, located at Nomad Theatre. A performance of the beloved Magic Flute by Mozart sung by professional opera singers, in German with narration in English and featuring a monster!, and an ensemble orchestra led by Mathieu D’Ordine. Directed by Ruth Carver. Shows are 60 minutes long followed by a Q & A with the cast. Call Dianela Acosta at (646) 438-0110 or e-mail dianela@boulderoperacompany. com or check them out online at www.boulderoperacompany.com for more information
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to 4 pm, located at 6252 W. 104th Ave. What crab has a leg span longer than a car? Which insect is as loud as a jet plane? What kind of arachnid spits venom onto its prey? We’ll uncover the wacky world of the strangest invertebrates in this fun-filled camp. Call Sarah Folzenlogen at (720) 974-1862 or e-mail sfolzenlogen@butterflies. org or www.butterflies.org/learn
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January 4—Longmont Longmont Elks Lodge 1055 Longmont Elks Hoop Shoot Competition for girls and boys ages 8-13, at 2:30 pm, located at Longmont Rec Center at 310 Quail Rd. Call Fred Pahlke at (303) 7761055 for more information. January 30—Boulder Friends’ School Preschool Parent Only Info Meeting for adults only, from 6 to 7:30 pm, located at 5465 Pennsylvania Ave. Learn more about Friends’ Preschool program, meet teachers, ask questions, & tour school. Call Mari Engle Friedman at (303) 499-1999 or e-mail info@ FriendsSchoolBoulder.org to RSVP or check out FriendsSchoolBoulder. org for more information.
Submitting Events Boulder County Kids Mail
If you have a dated calendar event in February, March or April, please let us know by January 10th! One-listingper-month limit on a space-available basis, with nonprofit and free dated events prioritized. Please go to www. bouldercountykids.com, click on the calendar button and fill out the automated calendar form. To be on our e-mail reminder list, or e-mail calendar@bouldercountykids.com with an E-mail Reminder Request in the subject line or use our online form on our website. We will send you back a receipt on all submissions and requests so you know they came in.
January 2—Westminster Butterfly Pavilion Extreme Bugs Camp for ages 5-10, from 9 am
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