Boulder County kids Fall 2016

Boulder County Kids

Volume XXII No. 3 • BACK-TO-SCHOOL ISSUE 2016 Celebrating Over 21 Years!

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Shelly Kleinerman, age 10

FALL ISSUE

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BOULDER COUNTY KIDS A Lifetime of Wonder

Learning is a gift given to us when we come into the world. Students at Shining Mountain develop a deep passion and wonder for the world, learning that lasts a lifetime.

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Contents

21 YEARS

Volume 22 No. 3

Articles titled in blue are great reading for kids, green for directories.

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Note: Many of our covers come from monthly student Kâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;12 art displays at the Boulder Valley Credit Union at 5505 Arapahoe Avenue next to the Boulder Dinner Theatre. Check it out!

BOULDER COUNTY KIDS is a division of Martin

House Publications, Inc. Published quarterly in February, May, August, and November. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 17114, Boulder, CO, 80308. Phone number: (303) 939-8767.

Copyright 1995 to 2016 by Boulder County Kids. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission prohibited. Boulder County Kids encourages your submission of articles, photographs, and ideas. We reserve the right to edit all submitted material. All submissions will be considered for publication. Viewpoints of the articles are not necessarily the viewpoints of Boulder County Kids. Materials will not be returned. Advertising is accepted at the discretion of the publisher. Printed with soy-based ink. Please go to www. bouldercountykids.com for more information.

From the Publisher............................................................. 5

Cover Storyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Shelly Kleinerman......... 5 Executive Functioning............ 6

Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Planet...................................................... 8 HELPFUL SERVICES DIRECTORY.......... 10 HEALTH CARE DIRECTORY............. 12 Stay Healthy Going Back To School................................... 14

Good Boundries and How To Get Them..... 16

Averyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Avid Reader............................. 17 What Do I Do Now, Romona?............ 18 Putting Smart Goals in Action...... 19

Woman on 20s................................................ 20

Toys and Critical Thinking.......................... 22 NEWS ABOUT TOWN....................... 24

Nurturing Success in All Children since 1956

TLC offers early childhood care and education programs to nurture children from eight weeks to six years old. Call today for information on enrolling your child.

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FALL FESTIVALS..........................

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BOULDER COUNTY KIDS Cover Story: Shelly Kleinerman

Tew,hisKennett issue is dedicated to my new grand nephJames Martin, born on July 7th.

The first baby in our immediate family in 33 years! Best wishes for a great fall and enjoy your school season! Best to you all,

Jennifer

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ur cover artist is Shelly Kleinerman. She is 10 years old and attends 6th grade of the Summit Middle Charter School. Her favorite classes there are math and art. She studies painting at Sunflower Art Studio in Gunbarrel. Shelly prefers borsch and sushi over any other food and she loves eating at Bao Asian Fusion restaurant in Louisville. Her favorite movie is Zootopia and top TV show is Friends. Pop music is what she likes listening to and she also plays the violin. Shelly practices gymnastics and especially enjoys the floor and the bars. Shelly has earned an orange belt in karate, enjoys skiing with her dad in Winter Park and is thinking of trying snow boarding this year. She has two cute little sisters. She doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have any pets but would really like one. Shelly wants to be an electrical engineer when she grows up. Her favorite things about fall are the colorful leaves and the celebration of her birthday. he cover sponsor is Premier Members Credit Union which provides kids an excellent environment in which to save money and provides incentives, activities, events and mascot visits. To join, or for more information, call (303) 442-8850 in Boulder or (970) 577-0750 in Estes Park, or you can also visit www.BVCU.org.

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Executive Functioning, Working Memory, and ADHD

by Lori Kochevar, M.S. L.P.C.

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any children are labeled as unable to pay attention. One of the underlying brain functions often labeled attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), is related to working memory (WM) and other executive function issues. Functionally, the most important task is to diagnose the underlying reasons that they are unable to pay attention and strengthen those skills.

Forgetting why you went into a room; not remembering where you put things; and not being able to respond effectively to a multi-instructional directive, are all examples of WM issues.

WM enables us to do the most mundane tasks of living, as well as perform sophisticated learning activities.

frustration and emotional dysregulation, because they have to work much harder at simple tasks, leaving very little flexibility to manage even minor upsets.

How Does Working Memory Relate to Long-Term Memory and Executive Functioning Issues?

The “central executive” moves information back and forth between WM and longterm memory (LTM) as needed. For example, you might

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want to retrieve a familiar doctor’s name from LTM and have it available in WM long enough to type it into an email for a referral.

Why is Working Memory Important?

WM allows us to retrieve i n f o r m a t i o n f r o m LT M and allows us to hold on to information long enough to manipulate it and decide what to do with it. For example: write it down, or commit to LTM. WM also plays an important role in managing how we allocate our attention.

• WM issues can make the child appear to be “not listening,” not paying attention, or even being “lazy” or “defiant.”

• WM issues also impact reading and writing skills, as letters, sounds, and words must be held in WM in order to perform these tasks.

• Often children with impaired WM will display

What Can Cause Issues with Working Memory?

Sometimes a person is born with less than optimal WM function. Concussion/ traumatic brain injury will create WM issues.

Developmental trauma impacts many areas of the brain and its development, including WM. Disease and aging also can decrease WM’s effectiveness.

How Will Working Memory Issues Impact Your Child’s Home and School-Life?

Often WM issues create difficulties in following instructions. A simple 1-part instruction, “Get your jacket out of the car and hang it in the upstairs closet” might result in the jacket coming inside, and being left on the sofa in the living room.

At school, a child with WM issues told, “Take out your folders and find your reading log and your daily activity sheet, and place them in my in-box,” might only turn-in one of the papers; or, might get both papers out and not remember what to do with them.

Sometimes children with WM issues interrupt others, due to fear of losing their thought. They might have difficulty recalling information in test situations, and difficulty holding on to relevant thoughts in order to express them in discussions.

Thanks to what scientists are beginning to understand about neuroplasticity (the brain’s ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life), we now know ways to help strengthen WM functioning.

BOULDER COUNTY KIDS At Brighten the Brain we use advanced technologies to create faster, lasting improvements in a child’s WM functioning. We teach the brain to master these skills and the processes underlying learning. We directly “train” the brain to functional fluidity. As the brain becomes more competent and effective, physical and emotional symptoms resolve and learning is enhanced. In conjunction with Dream Catcher we will have a Free Seminar on Executive Functioning in the Fall. Please call LoriGrace Kochevar at (970) 352-8873 or email Lori@BrightentheBrain.com with any questions or to register.

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Kids’ Planet... with Thorne Nature Experience Drawing by Kara Priest

EARTH HEROES

by Dr. Oakleigh Thorne, II

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re you an Earth Hero? My daughter Sarah lives in Sheridan, Wyoming and runs a summer nature camp called Science Kids. One of the classes she teaches is called “Earth Heroes.” They do good deeds that help the Earth to be a better place.

Even small efforts can make a difference to the environment…each one counts and adds up in a positive way.

One of their favorite activities is creating a pollinator garden. The children plant flowers that attract honey bees and bumblebees. When these insects fly from flower to flower they transport pollen to each one. This pollinates the flowers so they can then reproduce and make

Students with Thorne Nature Experience.

healthy seeds that can produce more flowers. The students also learn how to make good compost, which helps nurture their garden and improves the soil for growing plants.

Another Earth Hero project is to make bird houses and bat houses and put them up

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in places where they will be well used. Bats are active at dusk and in the dark hours of the night. They eat great quantities of flying insects, such as mosquitoes. I’m sure it would make you happy to know that most of the mosquitoes around your house are being eaten by bats. In addition, by encouraging birds, these feathered friends also eat lots of bugs.

Swallows, for example, also eat lots of flying insects.

Earth Heroes also help by pulling up invasive plant species, such as cheat grass and bind weed. These are nonnative plants that have invaded our area and choke out our native plants. It’s important to learn how to identify nonnative from native species.

The more we can eliminate

these unwanted “weeds,” the more our native plants can survive and thrive.

Picking up litter is always a good project and can be done on a small scale around your home or school, or on a larger scale such as the Adopt a Highway program where a group or an organization pledge to clean up a whole stretch of a road. You can teach your friends not to litter if you see them drop a gum wrapper or empty juice bottle.

I remember years ago when I ran a dude ranch in Wyoming, guests who smoked would often drop their cigarette butts on the ground, stomp them out, and just leave them there. But they would then see me lean over, pick up their discarded butt, and put in the “litter pocket” of my jeans. They would usually never do that again!

Another favorite Earth Heroes project is recycling.

They may start their own recycling program or become a “super recycler” and learn about all the different items that can be recycled; then use their knowledge to teach their friends and family. A long time ago a small group of people started a recycling

organization in Boulder called Ecocycle. It grew to become nationally famous!

Building trails or working on trail improvement and clean-up is an important activity that is done by such groups as the Cottonwood Institute or the City of Boulder Junior Rangers, for example. You can sign up to help such organizations with their good work.

In the 1960s, I was a member of a small group that helped get the sales tax passed for the City of Boulder to buy open space.

We worked hard to educate the local citizens and had good publicity in the newspaper and on radio. Today both the City of Boulder and Boulder County own thousands of acres of open space that is protected from development.

So you can be an Earth Hero, too! Start with small projects around your home,

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then ones at school, and then as you get older, ones in your community. You can make a difference!

Dr. Thorne is founder and honorary president of Thorne Nature Experience (formerly Thorne Ecological Institute) in Boulder.

For 62 years they have helped “connect youth to nature!” For information about their programs for kids, check their website at www.thornenature.org or email info@thornenature.org or please call (303) 499-3647, ext. 100.

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SERVICES Advocacy Safehouse

Domestic Violence Shelter and Advocacy. Open 24 Hours. SPAN provides shelter and advocacy programs to adults, youth, and children experiencing domestic abuse.

835 North Street. Boulder Crisis Line (303) 444-2424 www.safehousealliance.org

Banking Premier Members Credit Union

Banking and savings. For all your banking needs.

5505 Arapahoe, Boulder 303-442-8850 www.bvcu.org

Drug & Alcohol Prevention Natural Highs

Worried about what to do after school this Fall?

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Check out pages 38 to 41 FOUR PAGES of VERY COOL Programs!

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Ages 13-19 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, happiness, and so much more! Any teen is welcome to join.

Fees: By donation Avani Dilger avani@naropa.edu 4705 Baseline (NW corner of Baseline & Foothills) 303-859-5778 www.naturalhighs.us

Hair Jack and Jill Salon

Jack & Jill Children’s Salon is the only full-service hair salon exclusively dedicated to kids and tweens in Colorado. From bobs and up-dos to buzz cuts and faux hawks, we do it all. Our talented Style Squad continuously educates themselves on the latest trends. Like them on Facebook and get a $3 off coupon.

2525 Arapahoe, Boulder 202-444-2500 www.jackandjillchildrenssalon.com

Toys Grandrabbit’s Toy Shoppe

Find all of your favorite toys, gifts, and more at Grandrabbit’s. Three stores to choose from. Free gift wrapping. Special events for children. Check our website for play days!

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Travel Carefree Travel

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Friends’ School Where gratitude is part of the curriculum and happiness greets you at the door.

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BOULDER COUNTY KIDS HEALTH

HEALTH CARE DIRECTORY Advantage Electrolysis The Art of Electrolysis by Rebecca, C.E. 5757 Central Avenue Suite 150 Boulder

(303) 444-6861

www.advantageelectrolysis.com Electrolysis. Fifteen-minute to onehour treatments with 20 years experience. $15 off with a mention of Boulder County Kids!

Hours: M-Th, 10 am-5 pm. Call for appointment. See ad.

Dr. Birchann Paffenbarger 745 Poplar Avenue Boulder

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www.MyBoulderChiropractor.com Ages: All. Dr. Birchann Paffenbarger at Boulder Chiropractic specializes in pediatric and prenatal care. Safe and comfortable treatment may help a pregnant woman’s body prepare for birth and help with fetal positioning for an easier pregnancy and delivery. Chiropractic is a gentle and natural treatment that may help children of any age with colic, ear aches, hyperactivity, growing pains, and much more. Call Boulder Chiropractic today!

Hours: Call for appointment.

Beauty Benefits Bethany Gray 4800 Baseline Road, Suite C-108 Boulder

Core Therapeutic Center Tatum Oman, LPC, RPT 1634 Walnut, Suite 221 Boulder

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beautybenefitsboulder@gmail.com www.beautybenefitsboulder.com Complete skin and brow care. Licensed esthetician. Eyebrow shaping, lash & brow tinting, customized facials, lash extensions. Convenient Boulder location at the Phenix suites. Online booking for easy scheduling.

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concern. Encourages self-awareness and acceptance of all feelings, increases coping skills, self-soothing, and selfconfidence. Also offering parent support.

Fees: $110/hr, option of sliding scale on limited basis. Tatum is a registered play therapist (RPT) and a licensed professional counselor (LPC).

Hours: M-F, 9 am-7 pm, Sat: 8 am-1 pm.

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Brighten the Brain & Dream Catchers LoriGrace Kochevar, MS LPC 2300 Central Ave Boulder

(970) 352-8873

Boulder County Healthy Kids Boulder/Longmont

(720) 515-1454

www.bouldercountyhhs.org Ages: All. Boulder County Healthy Kids and Adults assists individuals and families to enroll in health insurance and access affordable health care. Healthy Kids and Adults helps individuals and families enroll in Medicaid and Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+). Medicaid and CHP+ are free and low-cost public health insurance plans that provide dental, medical, prescription and vision benefits. There are no monthly premiums and co-pays range from $0-50 depending on family income. Healthy Kids and Adults can also connect families to Connect for Health Colorado, a health insurance marketplace where people can shop for health insurance and access tax credits to reduce monthly health insurance premiums. Call for more information.

Hours: M-F, 8 am to 4:30 pm.

LoriGrace@BrightentheBrain.com BrightentheBrain.com Ages: 10-18 Executive Function Clinic. Executive Function skills are central to effective goal-oriented behavior, and are linked to educational attainment in all academic/social/emotional areas. We use advanced brain-based technologies to create faster, lasting improvements.

Hours: 27 hours total. Call to schedule your time.

tatum@coretherapeuticcenter.com www.coretherapeuticcenter.com Ages: 3-12 years old.

Offering play therapy and animal-assisted therapy for children experiencing a social, behavioral, and/or emotional

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BOULDER COUNTY KIDS HEALTH

Stay Healthy Going Back to School

by Dr. Birchann Paffenbarger

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hen school starts up again it can be hard to get back into the swing of things.

Many families find that over the summer, the family’s schedule gets off. With juggling camps, vacations, parties, fun events and play dates, keeping the same routines can be next to impossible.

In summer, the sun goes down late and the kids bedtime tends to get later as well. For many families this ends up looking like irregular and late bedtimes and later starts in the morning. And, why not? There are so many fun things to do in the evenings.

Without the regular school time schedule everything can get way off, Not just bedtimes but mealtimes as well. With so many picnics, parties, gatherings and barbecues to attend it is understandable. It’s very common for meals to become less regular and less nutritious.

We also tend have a lot more sugar in the summertime. Ice cream, lemonade and pie, oh my!

Sugar acts like an addictive substance on the brain at any age. With a diet full of sweets it can be difficult for kids to get back into a good bedtime routine as well as finding the ability to focus in the classroom. It also depresses the immune system. This is a very real

issue and there are loads of scholarly articles on the topic. With an abrupt change of schedules, sugar overload, and the return to the classroom, we often find our little ones getting “back-to-schoolsniffles.”

Here are some helpful tips for an easier and healthier school-schedule transition: Transition to a regular schedule as soon as possible.

This means going to bed and getting up at the same time every day (both weekdays and weekends), and regular meal times. This helps everyone get more and better sleep, reduces stress and boosts our immune systems.

It’s easier to start the schedule transition before school starts but: it’s better late than never!

Cut out the sugar! Going “cold turkey” helps to quickly get our taste buds back on track by halting the chemical process in the brain that make us crave sweets. This helps with better sleep and better concentration in the classroom. It also helps the

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immune system tremendously. Sugar includes: white and brown sugar, corn chips, potato chips, refined carbohydrates (like breads, pasta and cereals, etc).

Start your day with a good breakfast. The best way for your family to start the day is with a high-protein breakfast to help keep everyone running all day. Cut out the sugary breakfasts (like pastries, oatmeal, pancakes and cereal) and switch to turkey bacon and eggs. Give your little ones healthy green smoothies to boost their immune system and to reduce the back to school colds and sniffles. Cut out desserts right away. No more trips to the ice cream shop. Have pineapple, dried dates or apples to quench that craving.

Give your kids a good multivitamin every day. Even the healthiest diet is lacking in a lot of essential nutrients.

The soil that fruits and vegetables are now grown in can’t make produce with enough vitamins and nutrients to fulfill our bodies needs. Ask your pediatrician, chiropractor, or nutritionist for a good kid-friendly and tasty multivitamin.

Sticking with these few tips can help for an easier and healthier back-to-school transition.

Yummy Green Smoothie

2 cups milk or your favorite milk replacement like almond or coconut milk 2 handfuls of greens (spinach, kale, bok choy or chard) 2 cups of fruit (pineapple, berries, peaches, mangos, apples, etc.)

Put all ingredients into a blender or food processor.

Tip: Adding half of a banana or an avocado can make a creamier smoothie.

Dr. Birchann Paffenbarger is a chiropractor at Boulder Chiropractic, located at 745 Poplar Avenue in Boulder. She specializes in nutrition, pediatric, prenatal care and women’s health issues. Her focus is to find the safest and most effective treatment for optimum health. She can be reached at (720) 445-6709 or please check out her website at www.myboulderchiropractor.com for more information.

BOULDER COUNTY KIDS HEALTH Sunday, October 30th

4-6 pm

Peanut Butter Players Celebrates 32 Years of Excellence in Children’s Theatre with

Peanut Butter SHREK, JR. Players Opening Sept. 24 and playing on Saturdays through October

Kids come in costume for family-friendly outdoor trick-ortreating; stay for games, crafts, hot dogs and more! ​RSVP to participate with your own decorated trunk. Everyone is invited to vote for Best Trunk​! ​ Longs Peak United Methodist Church 1421 Elmhurst Drive • Longmont (303) 776-0399 • www.lpumc.org

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at Harlequin Center for the Performing Arts 1376 Miners Drive, Suite 106, Lafayette

Admission is $15 including lunch 11 am Show and Noon Lunch

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BABY CAGES! Really?

• Free Admission • Produce Market • Hay Maze • Obstacle Course • Petting Zoo

• Air Slide • Pony Rides • Train Ride • Kiddie Roller Coaster (Activity prices range from $1 - $5)

Open Every Day in October The original idea was introduced by Dr. Luther Emmett Holt who wrote about “airing” in his 1894 book, The Care and Feeding of Children. Baby cages were patented in the 20s in the United States and they really took off in the 30s in smoke-filled London. There was also the concept that airing your baby would help with preventing winter colds if you bundled up your child and gave them lots of fresh air.

“Fresh air is required to renew and purify the blood, and this is just as necessary for health and growth as proper food,” Dr. Holt wrote. “The appetite is improved, the digestion is better, the cheeks become red, and all signs of health are seen.”

Eleanor Roosevelt bought a chicken-wire cage in 1906 to hang out the window of her New York City townhouse on East 36th Street for her first child, Anna, to nap in—a practice for which her neighbors threatened to call the authorities on her.

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BOULDER COUNTY KIDS HEALTH Good Boundaries, and How to Get Them!

by Tatum Oman

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ack in college, I was often told that I had “good boundaries.” At the time, I didn’t quite know what it meant, but it sounded positive so I would smile and say thank you. It was not until I was a little older that I began to recognize what those people were talking about and really appreciate the compliments.

I also started to recognize boundaries all around me, whether it was people lacking in them but seemed to want them or people that had appropriate boundaries and I could see how it seemed to

affect their lives and happiness. People who asserted themselves seemed to be happier. I began to work on having even better boundaries.

This article is an overview on relationships with your child. However, it can relate to your relationships with spouses, friends, and coworkers as well. I am going to

be going over what good or appropriate boundaries look like, what good can come from them, and how to set good boundaries for yourself and with your kiddos, and how to help your child create good boundaries for themselves. So let’s begin!

WHAT DO GOOD/ APPROPRIATE BOUNDARIES LOOK LIKE? Boundaries can relate to the space around you such as physical touching and words.

When a parent lets their child know when it is okay to crawl all over them, touch them, or be in their space, the parent is exerting a good physical boundary. You are in charge of your space and your body, as your child is in charge of theirs. For example, it is not uncommon for a child to be encouraged or even forced to hug a person whether it be a grandma or a teacher. If your child expresses resistance; verbalize options such as “Would you like to hug your grandma?”

And if they say “No”, saying “That is your choice. Would you like to high five her?” If still no, then a wave might be acceptable. When a parent stops a child from yelling or cursing, that parent is

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exerting a healthy boundary.

The parent should say this in a calm manner not blaming the child for his/her feelings.

Stay away from “Because you...”, when there is a hard feeling such as frustration, anger, sadness, or feeling ignored; these feelings are said out loud in the moment.

The unknown is known and when something is wrong it is said out loud and not bottled.

WHAT GOOD CAN COME FROM HAVING GOOD BOUNDARIES? Many good things come about, but the #1 thing is likely to be a trusting and honest relationship. Also more open conversations, more listening and understanding. A child will more likely say “no” when faced with a precarious situation.

There will typically be more mutual respect in the relationship. Your child will be learning how to positively and assertively interact with peers and other people in their lives with an increase in self-confidence and self-esteem. Your child has been validated and has a voice.

HOW TO SET GOOD BOUNDARIES FOR YOURSELF WITH YOUR CHILD. Validate your child’s feelings and when necessary set limits allowing them to have them, especially the hard

BOULDER COUNTY KIDS HEALTH ones, i.e. anger, embarrassment, sadness, rejection, or frustration to name a few.

Validation can look like stating, “You seem angry. I know you are frustrated. It’s hard feeling sad.”

When necessary, if there is verbal or physical abuse occurring, set a limit. For example, your child is angry and hits his brother it could sound like, “I know you are frustrated, (stated the feeling) but it is not okay to hit your brother,” (stating what behavior is not acceptable).

“You may go hit that cushion,” (provided an acceptable alternative). Another example of setting a limit is “I know you are lonely (feeling), but it is not okay to follow me around in the kitchen while I make dinner” (unacceptable behavior). You may go color at the table or play with your cars right outside the kitchen” (alternative choices).

You may have noticed the last example had a choice for acceptable behavior. We all like to be in control of our lives and choices help us to feel more in control. Children are people just like adults.

Provide as many choices as you can, whether big ones, (park or pool?), or small one, (blue plate or red plate?) Your child knows when you are upset so be honest without blaming. Own your feelings, validate your child feelings, and model self care.

HOW TO HELP YOUR CHILD CREATE GOOD BOUNDARIES FOR THEMSELVES. Your child is always watching you and soaking it in even when it does not appear so.

Model for them appropriate boundaries in all environments. Be assertive and open.

Talk to your child about what to do if a person is in their space and they are uncomfort-

able, or if someone is being rude and how they can stand up for themselves. If needed, tell them in the moment so they are learning while experiencing. Listen to them.

This was a brief overview of what good boundaries are and how to create them with yourself and how to help your child do so. I hope that you feel at least a little more prepared with setting good boundaries with your child and with life in general, helping your child do the same.

Tatum is a play therapist who utilizes play therapy and animal assisted therapy (with her hedgehog) in her work with children (3-13 years old) that are experiencing a hard time emotionally/ behaviorally. She also offers parent coaching. She is a licensed professional counselor, registered play therapist, and founder of the Core Therapeutic Center, a private practice in Boulder. For more information or to schedule play therapy sessions, please visit online at www. childtherapyboulder.com or call Tatum at (720) 470-7244.

Avery’s Avid-Reader Corner Review by Avery Katz, age 19

A Day at the Airport Author: Richard Scarry, Huck Scarry Publisher: Random House Price: $3.99 (Amazon.com) Ages: 3+ Summary: When three of Richard Scarry’s classic chil-

dren’s book characters, Lowly Worm, Huckle Cat, and Sally, get rained out from a day of sailing, they decide to go and explore their local airport for the first time. With the help of their neighbor Rudolf and his trusty airplane car, they fly to the airport and explore everything from the air traffic control tower to the terminal below. Together, they all discover what a wonder aviation is!

What I Liked About the Book: Over the past year

or so, I’ve put much more of a focus on reviewing books targeting a pre-teen/adolescent audience. This time, I thought that I would review a book aimed for younger children so that parents with toddlers/preschoolers at home would have something to read with their kids. Immediately I knew I would want to review a book by Richard Scarry (who published over 300 successful children’s works during his lifetime). Part of my reason for choosing this particular work is two-fold. Most children, (as I did), have an inherent interest for flight and aviation, making this an attention-grabbing read for a younger child.

Secondly, Scarry always did a very good job at putting multiple labels on each page to help kids identify the names of certain items while also beginning to understand proper spelling. Overall, any of Scarry’s children’s books are very good for the developmental growth of your child.

Fun Fact: Richard Scarry passed away in 1994, yet this

particular work was published in 2001. His son, Huck Scarry, was sometimes known to write and illustrate under his father’s name and style. Thus, it is unknown how much of this book was originally written by Richard, if any at all. Richard also collaborated with his wife Patsy Scarry on several books. At one point, eight of the 50 best-selling children’s books of all time were Richard Scarry books.

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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 just got home from a 10-day vacation. It was perfect weather, restful and a great getaway.

My problem is that ever since I got home I am just worthless. I am not very motivated to get back to work, get to the gym, to cook or to do much of anything. Not sure if I am just not liking being back

in this climate or depressed about being home. Any ideas?

Signed pooped out traveler

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Congratulations on having had a good vacation! Many people have difficulty reentering their regular lives after having a wonderful time elsewhere. Perhaps you could take this opportunity to examine why it is exactly that you are reluctant and ambivalent about returning from vacation. You were able to embrace your time off with gusto, but now your home life is not satisfying. That brings us to that great Greek philosopher, Socrates.

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amined life is not worth living.” He meant that selfexamination is essential to fully live life with consciousness and intention. I’m not saying that this is easy; in fact, it might be easier to live an unexamined life, asking no questions and simply accepting the status quo. Just follow all the rules and do what everyone else is doing.

Self-examination is not only answering a set of questions in a magazine or online but an attitude. An attitude that involves paying attention to ourselves and our surroundings and what makes us happy and what needs to be changed. Don’t be afraid to look at a situation head on.

Sometimes we make a decision based on the good of the people for whom we are responsible and sometimes we can make decisions based solely upon our personal happiness. But it’s important to pay attention to those elements in your life that are making reentry difficult. Is it your job or your relationships? Do you need to take more time off? Or maybe change jobs completely. This is for you to decide finally.

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I am wondering what the guidelines are for getting help. Who do you call? When do you need a psychiatrist, a psychotherapist, a school counselor or even a church pastor?

Signed looking for help

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If you feel you need help, one of the first decisions will be based on your financial situation. Do you want your

health insurance to pay for your therapy and/or medication management or do you want to pay out-of-pocket?

If you want your insurance company to pay, then you must go to their website to see who is on their “provider panel,” who they will pay and for what services. For example, some insurance companies will not pay for couples counseling or EMDR. The next decision involves what kind of therapist or psychiatrist you want to see.

Advanced practice nurses and psychiatrists are able to prescribe psychotropic medications. Many times your psychotherapist will refer you to someone else for medication management.

When you call a provider on the panel, you will want to ask them what services they provide: if they provide individual weekly therapy, if they are specially trained in any particular modality such as cognitive behavioral therapy, can they prescribe psychotropic medications and if they are taking new patients.

When you first meet, pay attention to how comfortable you feel with them. They will be assessing you and you must assess them. Even more important than modalities and treatments, you must feel like you “fit” with this person. If you don’t, then make an appointment with someone else. You have a right to shop around. Therapy is an extremely helpful activity and should be supportive and enlightening. Always remember that you are in charge and in the position to decide whom you wish to see. I wish you the best of therapies and therapists.

BOULDER COUNTY KIDS HEALTH Putting SMART Goals in Action!

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by Jessica Dancingheart

i h a l y Csikszentmihalyi speaks in his book Flow of the State where people are so absorbed by their tasks that nothing else seems to matter. It is a state of grace, joy, oneness and connection. This state is reached when there is a match between the challenge of a task and the skill/ ability of the person performing it. In my coaching work, the best way I know to help parents, kids, professionals, leaders achieve this state is to help them set SMART goals—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relatable and Time-bound. In other words, I help them set themselves up for success and a state of flow.

Recently, in yet another of several parent-child relationship shifts that comes my son gets older, my son used SMART goals to help me when I vacillated in fear between agitation and paralysis.

We w e r e o n a w a l k , approaching what looked to me to be a stunning red outcrop that I had previously seen him and his friends and other people climb. I was ready to walk around it. But, he wanted me to join him to enjoy the spectacular view from its peak. What was a beautiful rock outcrop suddenly became menacing. I mustered up courage to go up. As I did, I got panicky as I looked down and felt my sandals slipping on the rock.

In a split second, I simultaneously went into flight, fight

and paralysis—not a proud moment. From tens of feet above me, my son noticed this and at first tried to cheer me on and tell me I could do it. While he was encouraging me, I lapsed into negative self-talk, I became cynical and upset at his kind words, and “should-ing” myself to get motivated, “What’s wrong with me? I have done other climbs before. I should not have let myself get out of shape. I should have brought better shoes.” The carrot, the sticks, the blame and the moral judgments were not helping me get up. I was stuck. There was no flow.

Seeing that I was struggling, my son came down and helped me feel secure and then created with me a SMART plan for going up— without calling it that. He helped me set up a series of specific sub-goals that were achievable and related to the ultimate goal which was to summit the peak before the sunset. We surveyed the rocks. Since my sandals were slippery and my feet calloused and rough enough, we decided to ditch the worn sandals and pick them up later. To further help with the achievability of my goal, we used my other strengths/ assets. I have far more flexibility and strength in one of my legs. So, that became the leg that I used to go up the bigger “steps”. My other strength is that I feel strong looking up, rather than down, so I only looked up going up,

and when it was time to go down, I looked down as far as I needed to find a “doable” descent path. I was focused on what was achievable in the time we had, getting climbing shoes or strengthening my “weak” leg was not. We also regrouped and changed tracks as some ways were easier for me to climb than others—adjusting the minigoals of reaching one “summit” at a time. Knowing that the measurable goal was to reach the peak, we did not use the easy way down as it was not related to where we wanted to ultimately go, nor did we constantly change the goal by pretending that with only a few more steps I would be there, thereby creating a series of discouraging moments as I realized I was not there. With my son’s support, I got into a zone and felt so happy by the time I got up. When I got down, I was ready to do it again. I succeeded with grace. The view was sweet, but not as sweet as the journey up and down.

As I reflect on it, I realize the intelligence of SMART goals as they are tailored to what is in our ability to do while giving us enough of a challenge to keep us from being absent-minded or bored. AND, I thank my son for giving me an embodied experience of what I preach.

So, I offer to you the tool of SMART goals. The next time you are tempted to cheer somebody on and tell them they can do it when they feel they can’t, to judge them and berate them, or to shift goals, think of how to be SMART. Don’t forget to use SMART goals on yourself as well.

Jessica Dancingheart is a mother, peace activist and skilled facilitator coach who brings her sincere and intelligent leadership to families, schools, the justice system, workplaces, and private clients.

She has over a decade of experience with nonviolent communication, the work of Byron Katie and body awareness techniques. She has been a columnist for Boulder County Kids since 2007. She is a long-time restorative justice practitioner. To find out more about her work and trainings please visit www.openingtopossibilities.com, call (303) 589-8420 or email her at jessica@openingtopossibilities.com for more information.

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BOULDER COUNTY KIDS HEALTH FINANCIAL V

WOMEN ON 20’s

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by Steve Carr

he portraits featured on the eleven U.S. bank note denominations in circulation haven’t changed since 1929. In recent years, Republicans in Congress tried—and failed— to put Ronald Reagan on the fifty-dollar bill, replacing Ulysses S. Grant.

Currently, the portraits on the one-dollar bill to the ten-thousand-dollar bill, depict men. They include eight Presidents (George Wa s h i n g t o n , T h o m a s Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, Andrew Jackson, Ulysses S. Grant, William McKinley, Grover Cleveland, and James Madison), two Treasury Secretaries (Alexander Hamilton and Salmon Chase), and the unclassifiable Benjamin Franklin.

According to U.S. law, the people depicted on U.S. bills cannot be alive among other criteria.

Barbara Ortiz Howard and Ades Stone decided to mount an organized effort to put a woman on the twenty-dollar note by 2020. They organized and registered their nonprofit, called “Women on 20s”. They selected the twenty-dollar note, not only because of its resonance with the anniversary year but because they thought that Andrew Jackson was the best candidate for removal from U.S. currency. Why Andrew J ac k so n ? ” Ja ckson had strongly opposed the notion of central banking. Plus, he sought and signed the Indian Removal Act, which led to the expulsion of Native Americans from their homes.

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The initial list consisted of over 100 women based on their societal impact, the difficulties they faced in pursuing their goals, and who met the U.S. criteria. The list was then narrowed down to fifteen finalists. The choices include: Alice Paul, Betty Friedan, Shirley Chisholm, Sojourner Truth, Rachel Carson, Rosa Parks, Barbara Jordan, Margaret Sanger, Patsy Mink, Clara Barton, Harriet Tubman, Frances Perkins, Susan B. Anthony, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton.

Howard and Stone placed these names on their website and invited people to vote for their favorite candidates to replace Jackson on the twenty-dollar bill. They hope to receive millions of votes.

However, over a period of 10 weeks, more than 600,000 people cast their votes and Harriet Tubman emerged as the winner to be the new face on the $20 bill.

While Howard and Stone could deem their mission successful with the Treasury Department’s announcement that a woman would be featured on currency, the treasury selected the $10 bank note, not the $20, so they aren’t quite satisfied. And since it won’t quite be in circulation for 2020, and that woman will be sharing the denomination, they feel that they still have work to do.

VICTORY—April 20, 2016, the U.S. Treasury announces sweeping changes to paper currency. Harriet Tubman will replace Andrew Jackson on the $20 bill. The

BOULDER COUNTY KIDS HEALTH back side of the $10 bill will depict a scene of protest for women suffrage, and the back of the $5 bill will depict scenes of civil rights moments.

Harriet Tubman became famous as a “conductor” on the Underground Railroad during the turbulent 1850s.

Born a slave on Maryland’s eastern shore, she endured the harsh existence of a field hand, including brutal beatings. In 1849 she fled slavery, leaving her husband and family behind in order to escape. Despite a bounty on her head, she returned to the South at least 19 times to lead her family and hundreds of other slaves to freedom via the Underground Railroad.

Tubman also served as a scout, spy and nurse during the Civil War. You can visit online at Womenon20s.org for more information.

Or, join me as I fight city hall to put a woman who has been in business helping kids and their families most of her life by publishing Boulder County Kids. And her newspaper has the best financial articles EVER PRINTED. Seriously, her face instills trust, justice and hot apple pie.

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Steve Carr is the Business Development Consultant at Premier Members Credit Union.

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Toys and Critical Thinking

by Taylor Cannon

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little freckle-faced girl sits cross-legged on a sun-soaked living room floor. In her tiny fist, she clenches the plastic handles of a pair of dull children’s scissors. Clippings from decades’ worth of her parents’ subscription magazines are sprawled across the dusty Turkish rug. Tiger’s eyes and coral reefs cut out from National Geographic, adjectives and distorted cartoon faces from The New Yorker, a Gibson SG from Musician’s Friend. A purple glue stick lies topless on its side, prematurely adhering to the blank leaflets of construction paper strewn underfoot. The girl is building a collage of herself, and after nearly two hours of impenetrable focus, she is almost finished. Finally, she selects the final addition to complete her autobiographical masterpiece. It is a phrase taken from the subtext of an Outside Magazine article about a young rock climber who devised a ground breaking new route to the pinnacle of one of the world’s smoothest slabs. The words on the clipping reads “Creative Thinker.”

Our memories make up much of our identities, and yet we don’t have much agency in choosing what is retained or lost. For some unknown reason, this is one of my earliest and most poignant recollections. I’d chosen that final phrase for my collage because I’d overheard my school-teacher father lauding the creative thinking skills of one of his best students. Typical of seven-yearolds, I desperately wanted to

Valtech’s Magna-Tiles stimulate children to advance their critical development skills by creating an endless array of structures from magnetized geometric shapes make my father proud; so in building this self-descriptive artwork I chose words that I was sure would please him.

I couldn’t have known that this conglomeration of midnineties print media artifacts would resonate with me well into my adulthood. My selfidentification as a “Creative Thinker” (reinforced by my parents’ love and support, of course), helped me deal with a third-grade learning disability diagnosis and then guided me through the unavoidable tribulations of middle school.

Later, it allowed me to rationalize my emotions when I reached puberty and gave me the confidence needed to attain acceptance to both col-

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lege and graduate school. I learned that to find success in adulthood, innovative thought is an invaluable asset.

I’m not alone in reaching this conclusion. On a broader scale, the promotion of critical and creative thinking skills is among the greatest achievements of American culture, and arguably our most promising resource for the future. The United States has a long history of fostering free thought in its citizens, and this has proved to be a significant advantage on a global scale. A common praise of the United States by foreign powers is our aptitude for educating our children to think inventively. The capac-

ity to come up with innovative solutions to problems is what sets Americans apart.

So, it is only natural that we should seek to instill critical thinking skills in our children. The ability to think and work innovatively is a vital necessity of both personal and professional wellbeing. As the importance of technological literacy becomes increasingly prominent in the job market, we look to encourage the building blocks of these skills in our children’s education and play time. Luckily, the trends in the toy industry directly reflects these needs. Toys like Modular Robotics’ Cubelets allow children to

BOULDER COUNTY KIDS build their own robotic contraptions by harnessing their natural creativity, all while acclimating them to working productively with electronics.

S i m i l a r l y, Va l t e c h ’s Magna-Tiles stimulate children to advance their critical development skills by creating an endless array of structures from magnetized geometric shapes. Kids learn through the process of making—they learn about magnetic pulls, principles of physics and hone their finemotor skills simultaneously.

And, because of their simplistic structure, children of a wide array of age groups can benefit from play with Magna-Tiles.

Furthermore, with the economy’s increasing reliance upon skill sets based in math and the sciences, companies are manufacturing toys and activity kits that encourage children to fine-tune their aptitudes in these fields. For example, a company called Thames & Kosmos was founded 15 years ago by the director of a science museum and her son. Through their production of science kits for children, they aim to provide positive experiences for children in the sciences from a young age. Kits are available in 13 varieties, ranging from Alternative Energy to Physics to Robotics.

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As the toy industry shifts to address the character and educational needs of today’s children, exciting new products are available to help keep kids engaged in learning and stimulate development of critical thinking skills.

Stay tuned for forthcoming explorations of toys geared towards science, technology, engineering, arts and math (S.T.E.A.M.) in future issues!

Taylor Cannon is a freelance writer and Grandrabbit’s fan who lives and works in Boulder County.

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News about Town...

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here is new hope for the 52,000 adolescents in Colorado who suffer from serious mental health conditions, and who until now, were under served.

The Medical Center of Aurora opens its doors to the Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit, and officials with the new facility say it will meet the needs of Denver area youth between ages 12–17 in need of specialized care. Scott Adams, Ph.D., Director of Youth Services for the program, says the facility’s holistic approach to care is what makes the Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit unique. “Our clinical treatment is unmatched,” Adams said. “We treat the whole person, integrating physical, emotional and medical issues with the goal of improving day-to-day interactions with the world. We understand the importance of treating youth as individuals with unique qualities and needs.”

Relying on evidencedbased models known as cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and the trauma-informed care model, the Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit offers a comprehensive physician-led, interdisciplinary treatment team to work with challenges ranging from anger management, anxiety, depression/extreme sadness, the inability to control emotion, the inability to focus or function on a daily basis, difficulty sleeping or communicating, or causing self-harm.

“Adolescence is a time of vast change in both body and mind,” according to Cynthia Meyer, HealthONE’s VP of Behavioral Services. “Many times, young people have difficulty establishing a sense of self, and a sense of wellness. We’re here to therapeutically guide them back on track, and to help keep them on track.”

In development for nearly two years, the new facility offers 20 in-patient beds and expects to operate at 100% capacity. A typical length of stay is 7 to 14 days, followed by an intensive outpatient program. The clinical treatment plan includes seven group therapies daily, which includes family therapy. Services are generally covered by health insurance, Medicare and Medicaid, and treatment may or may not include prescription medications.

“The opening of this facility in the Denver market is a remarkable step forward,” Adams said. “Youth do not need to suffer alone or in silence. And the parents, teachers, clergy and healthcare professionals who interact with these young people need to know we are here to offer immediate help.”

According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), about one in five youth aged 12–17 suffer from a range of treatable mental health problems. The Denver metro area currently has only 148 in-patient psychiatric beds within area medical facilities, so the addition of 20 new beds at the Medical Center of Aurora’s campus is significant.

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One key advantage to the inpatient psychiatric treatment program is that it allows patients time to recover while a team of professionals construct a care plan focusing on bolstering strengths, then the outpatient program carries the patient through with the same focus and dedication.

“The life-changing treatment we offer these young people cannot stand alone,” Adams said. “We understand that family, friends and community are an essential component along the path to recovery and wellness.”

If an adolescent in your life is experiencing behavioral health challenges and would benefit from a comprehensive assessment, you can contact them at (720) 2828922 or toll free (844) 5562012 or visit auroramed.com/ campaigns/behavioral-health.

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ongmont firm’s goats trim Boulder’s grass for cash. According to the Times-Call, they’re a team of 40 goats, along with two “guard llamas.” Emily McMurtrey of Longmont transports the four-legged crew in a 16-foot stock trailer to weedy sites where their appetites are needed. You can follow Emilh McMurtrey and Mutton Mowers LLC on Facebook.

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he Elm Tree preschool has been serving local families with children ages 1 to 3 years old for the past 33 years. Elm Tree was able to find a property suitable for use as the next age group’s preschool classroom and now serves children up to the age of 6. Located on the corner of Folsom and Glenwood Drive, the new preschool opened its doors for students this last spring.

The large, shady yard fits perfectly with the program’s emphasis on nature play and the big, open classroom is perfect for the older age group. Call (303) 440-2934 or check online at www. theelmtree.org for more information.

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itty Dotty Ditties has gone bilingual and now available in English and Spanish. This collection of verses opens up a world of language delightful to children of all ages.

Elizabeth Rose penned these poems and drawings daily as dawn broke over the Mexican beach. Available online at Amazon.com

BOULDER COUNTY KIDS C O LO R A D O F A L L F E S T I V A L S BOULDER COUNTY FAIR: THROUGH AUGUST 7

Longmont is the place for the annual Boulder County Fair! Check www.bouldercountyfair.org for more information and a complete list of upcoming events.

COLORADO STATE FAIR: AUGUST 26 - SEPTEMBER 5

Pueblo’s annual state fair is a great family event with carnival deals and discounts. Check their website for more information at www.coloradostatefair.com.

SEPTEMBER SPLENDOR IN THE ROCKIES: WEEKENDS, SEPTEMBER 1 -30

Seeing the aspens change color is an annual Colorado event. Celebrate the season in Gunnison and Crested Butte, where the state’s largest aspen stand (along Kebler Pass) puts out a riot of color in September. Self-guided tours, farmers’ markets, art walks, a harvest festival, mountain-bike tour and more make the month especially merry.

DOWNTOWN BOULDER’S FALL FEST: SEPTEMBER 16-8

Boulder’s autumn fest lines up music performances, a beer garden, local food vendors, a children’s carnival and more along the city’s beloved and bustling Pearl Street Mall. Check www.boulderdowntown.com for more information.

OKTOBERFEST DENVER: SEPTEMBER –23-25, SEPTEMBER 30-OCTOBER 2

Oktoberfests around the world are largely about beer, but downtown Denver’s autumn celebration turns out fun for the whole family with a dachshund derby that has to be seen to be believed, costume contests, food booths, polka dancing and live music. check out thedenveroktoberfest.com for more information.

MOUNTAIN HARVEST FESTIVAL: SEPTEMBER 22-25

Colorado’s Western Slope town of Paonia covers all the festival bases at their annual celebration of harvest with live concerts, farmers’ markets, beer and wine tasting, a chili cook-off, arts and crafts, and farm tours. The bounty from locally owned orchards, ranches and farms brings in revelers from all over surrounding Delta County. Check www.mountainharvestfestival.org for more information.

ELK FEST: OCTOBER 1-2

The beautifully haunting bugle of a bull elk is unmistakable, and every October spectators head to Estes Park to experience the phenomenon. The elk gather there, at the edge of Rocky Mountain National Park, to show off for their ladies during the start of the rutting (breeding) season. At Elk Fest, you can learn about these beasts’ behavior, observe them in their natural habitat, participate in a bugling contest and see performances by Native Americans. Check out www.visitestespark.com for more information.

CHILE & FRIJOLES FESTIVAL: SEPTEMBER 23-25

This event is your best chance to taste of the pride of Pueblo — a special, intensely flavorful variety of green chile. Served smoking on a stick, chopped and tucked into a quesadilla or sprinkled in salsa, it’s the star of this show. Cooking competitions, live music, dancing, arts and crafts, and a farmers’ market round out the festivities. Check out www.pueblochilefestivalinfo.com for more information.

APPLEFEST: OCTOBER 1-2

Driving into the small town of Cedaredge on Colorado’s Grand Mesa, you’ll pass row after heavenly row of trees bursting with shiny red and green apples beckoning you to sink your teeth in. At Applefest, more than 150 vendors share the area’s agricultural wealth with visitors, who can also check out a classic car and antique tractor show, bands and much more. Check out www.cedaredgechamber.com/ for more information.

TELLURIDE HORROR SHOW: OCTOBER 14-16

Already famous for film, Telluride is also embracing the spooky fun of October with this seventh-annual horror, fantasy and sci-fi film fest in the town’s historic Sheridan Opera House. Check out www.telluridehorrorshow.com for more information.

FRONTIER HISTORICAL MUSEUM GHOST WALK: OCTOBER 14-15, 21–22 AND 28-29

Glenwood Springs’ historical society leads tours through its oldest cemetery to hear ghost stories (and maybe encounter!) the town’s pioneers and old-timer characters. Bring a flashlight or lantern ... or risk being left in the dark! Check online at www. tourcolorado.org for more information.

U-PICK FARMS AND CORN MAZES

Many Colorado farms offer opportunities in the fall to pick your own cherries, strawberries, carrots, tomatoes, melons, beets, squash, cucumbers and more. The most popular thing to pick by far this time of year is your own pumpkin. Farms across the state invite visitors to stroll rows of pumpkins searching for the perfect jack-o-lantern candidate. Many of them also offer corn mazes, hayrides, petting zoos, bobbing for apples and other hallmark activities of the season. Check out www.pickyourown.org/ CO.htm for a list of Colorado locations.

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The History of Chautauqua

Chautauqua

(shə-taw-kwə) was an adult education movement in the United States, highly popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Chautauqua assemblies expanded and spread throughout rural America until the mid1920s. The Chautauqua brought entertainment and culture for the whole community, with speakers, teachers, musicians, entertainers, preachers and specialists of the day.[1] Former U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt was quoted as saying that Chautauqua is “the most American thing in America.”[2] H.L. Mencken used the word “chautauqua” (lower case) to refer more generally to a herd of clumsy writers: “When they essay to be jocose, the result is usually an elephantine whimsicality, by the chautauqua out of the Atlantic Monthly.” [Vintage Mencken, p. 96, ed. Alistair Cooke, 1955] From Wikipedia

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n the late 1890s, the Texas Board of Regents determined to establish a summer school for teachers in a cool climate. Because the Chautauqua Movement was such a powerful and popular cultural force in the United States at the time, the regents surmised that the best way to obtain a favorable location for the teachers’ school would be to partner with a railroad company, package the school with a chautauqua, and barter with a Colorado town for a site. Boulder city leaders wooed the Texans by offering to supply land, facilities and public utilities for the assembly. The site for what originally was called the Texas-Colorado Chautauqua was expressly chosen for its spectacular mountain setting and its health-giving environment.

On July 4, 1898, over 4,000 people gathered for the opening day of the Colorado Chautauqua. Boulder civic leaders and Texas educators had joined together to cre-

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ate a cultural and educational summer retreat. A promotional brochure published at the time proclaimed, “The program embraces a period of six weeks and is by all odds the most comprehensive intellectual retreat ever presented west of the Mississippi River.”

Located at the base of Boulder’s Flatirons and one of only 25 National Historic Landmarks in the state of Colorado, the Colorado Chautauqua is one of only a few remaining chautauquas in the U.S. It is considered THE western representation of the cultural movement that swept the U.S. in the late 19th and early 20th centuries

and is the only site west of the Mississippi that has been in continuous operation since its founding and with its original structures intact and used for their original purposes.

The City of Boulder owns the 40 acres of land underlying the Colorado Chautauqua, along with the Auditorium, the Dining Hall and the Academic Hall. Since its founding in 1898, the City has leased 26 acres of the land and those buildings to the Colorado Chautauqua Association – the 501 (c) (3) steward of the chautauqua.

The Colorado Chautauqua Association owns the Community House, the Missions House Lodge and

the Columbine Lodge as well as 60 of the 99 cottages on the premises. The other 39 cottages are privately owned â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with the land subleased to the private individuals by the Colorado Chautauqua Association. All buildings are subject to Landmark Design Guidelines administered by the City of Boulder.

The Colorado Chautauqua Association (CCA) is a 501 (c) (3) Colorado nonprofit corporation that leases 26 acres of grounds, the Auditorium, Dining Hall and Academic Hall from the City of Boulder and has responsibility for preservation and use of those facilities as well as the buildings it owns. The mission of CCA is to preserve, perpetuate and improve the site and spirit of the historic Chautauqua by enhancing its community and values through cultural, educational, social and recreational experiences. CCA provides lodging, program-

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ming and venues for private events in the historic Chautauqua buildings and grounds.

Now in its second century, the Colorado Chautauqua remains committed to its historic purpose, offering out-

standing cultural and educational programs and attracting more than a million visitors each year.

For more information or to make a donation to Chautauqua call (303) 4423282 or check online at www.

chautauqua.com for more information. Also, check their year-round calendar! There are many seasonal events to enjoy.

All photos courtesy of the Colorado Chautauqua Association.

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Acorn School for Early Childhood Development—Boulder 2845 Wilderness Place (303) 938-8233 Contact - Amanda Naylor 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 children from 6 weeks to 6 years old. Our low student/teacher ratios, highly qualified staff, engaging learning environments, and our focus on teaching social-emotional competence make us a high-quality early care and education program. Qualistar rated as a 4 out of 4 stars. Two meals & snack served daily. Visit website to make admissions inquiries.

W: www.theacornschool.org E: amanda@theacornschool.org

Active Boulder Kids Preschool & After-School Care—Boulder 5001 Pennsylvania Ave. (303) 499-9854 Contact - Tina Davis 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: director.abk@gmail.com

Active Louisville Kids Infants-PreK-Louisville 1970 Centennial Dr. (303) 655-9669 Contact - Kristen Argow Heaton Ages: 6 weeks - 8 years Licensed Year-round Program Days: M-F. Hours: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm A world of creative and fun discoveries and adventures for children as young as 6 weeks! 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.

Educated, caring, qualified teachers, nature/play-based/learning centers.

W: www.activelouisvillekids.com E: ka@activeboulderkids.com

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Alaya Preschool—Boulder 3340 19th Street (303) 449-5248 Contact - Steve Sachs Ages: 2 1/2 yrs - Kindergarten Licensed Year-round w/camp Days: M-F. Hours: 7:45 am to 3:30 pm. Part-time and full-time.

A division of Naropa University emphasizing creative arts, social play, exploration, and self-discovery. Alaya is a place where children unfold. They learn about themselves, about friendships, and about their world.

W: www.alayapreschool.org E: alaya@alayapreschool.org

Bixby School—Boulder 4760 Table Mesa (303) 494-7508 Contact - Emily Armiak Ages: 2 1/2 yrs - 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, and dramatic play. Emphasis is on nurturing curiosity and friendships in a warm, welcoming environment. The school boasts three shady acres with beautiful, natural play areas.

W: www.bixbyschool.org E: preschool@bixbyschool.org

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Blossom-French-Bilingual Preschool—Boulder 4700 Sioux Drive (303) 819-4084 Contact - Marie-Pierre Nicoletti Ages: 2 1/2 yrs - 5 yrs Licensed August to May, summer program Program Days: M-F. Hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Half-days available.

Blossom’s mission is to respect and support each child’s developmental needs and ensure that each student blossoms, and to nurture a confident and curious child through daily rhythms that connect to the seasons.

E: thelanguageoffood@gmail.com

Boulder County Head Start—Boulder/Lafayette 1135 Cimarron Drive (702) 564-2210 Contact - Susi Gritton Ages: 3 - 5 Licensed September – May Program Days: M-F (full day). T-F (half day).

Boulder County Head Start is a FREE, comprehensive preschool, with sites in Boulder and Lafayette. We provide 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

BOULDER COUNTY KIDS CHILD CARE/PRESCHOOL DIRECTORY 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.

W: www.dreammakerspreschool.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 5:30 pm and Saturday 9 am to 5 pm.

Boulder’s only drop-in, temporary childcare center. Children are scheduled one day at a time and fees are based on a sliding scale, making them affordable to all. C-CAP accepted. 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/childrensalley 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. 5 hours to 29.5 hours/week.

At Children’s House Preschool, we inspire preschoolers to learn through the Storybook Journey by experiencing themes from children’s literature in a fully integrated way. Children learn through exploration, dramatic play, art projects, cooking, science experiments, planting, block building, tactile play, music, and movement. We further promote creative thought by allowing children to become authors of their own stories before reading them aloud to the class.

By using the Storybook Journey as a learning tool, our preschoolers graduate ready for kindergarten with the confidence that allows them to be successful throughout school. Our award-winning staff is recognized by Boulder County’s Affiliate of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), Elaine McCarthy “Educator of the Year 2010,” and Michael Knuckey “Educator of the Year 2015.” Lovingly educating Boulder’s preschoolers since 1970.

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 on Tuesdays and Thursdays (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 Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 3:15 pm

Elm Tree Preschools—Boulder 2575 Glenwood Drive (303) 440-2934 Contact: Sarah Tibbetts 1330 Alpine Avenue Ages: 1-6 years Licensed Year-round Program Days and Hours: M-F. 8 am to 5:30 pm.

Elm Tree is a small, locally-owned preschool; we offer play-based learning with a contemplative teaching approach providing the highest quality care for children in our two nature-centered classrooms.

W: www.theelmtree.org E: preschool@theelmtree.org

Exploring Minds Academy—Erie 4051 E. County Line Rd. (303) 828-3452 Contact: Sandy, Director Ages: 6 wks -11 years Licensed Year-round Program Days and Hours: M-F. 6 am to 6 pm.

Quality early learning programs taught by loving and nurturing teachers. 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. Warm nutritious meals served. Flexible full- & part-time programs. Active military and educator discounts. Accept Colorado Child Care Assistance program.

W: www.exploringmindsacademy.com

Flagstaff Academy Preschool—Longmont 2040 Miller Drive (303) 651-7900 Contact - Patty Quinn Ages: 3 - 5 Licensed August through May Program Days and Hours: M-F, 8:30-11:20 am & 12:20-3:10 pm.

Learning is fun for students and teachers at Flagstaff Academy’s preschool. Spanish is taught in both pre-K classes. Teachers use multisensory teaching strategies and work on building each child’s selfesteem. Students meet new friends as they are given ample opportunities to practice their social skills.

W: www.flagstaffacademy.org E: pquinn@flagstaffacademy.org

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Forest Park Montessori School—Lafayette 2687 North Park Drive, Suite 102 (720) 260-0519 Contact - Adena M. Stedman, M.Ed. Ages: 2 1/2 - 6 Licensed August through May/Summer Camp Program Days and Hours: M-F, 8:15 am-12 pm with an option for 3 or 5 afternoons 12 pm-3:30 pm. Afternoon special offerings include baking, natural history, gardening, and Spanish. 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.org

Friends’ School—Boulder 5465 Pennsylvania (303) 499-1999 Contact - Melanie Leggett Ages: 2 - 5 yrs Licensed & Accredited August - May/Summer Camp Program Days and Hours: Call for days and times.

Parent/Toddler one day/week, 3-4-year-olds three half-days/week, 4-5-year-olds four half-days/week. 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, nature immersion, and a foundation for preacademic skills. Small classes, low student/teacher ratios, wide variety of high-quality materials and experiences. Specials including art, music, and PE. Award-winning, master-level teachers with over 20 years of experience in each classroom. Sliding-scale tuition based on family income and additional financial aid available. ACIS accredited, NAIS member.

W: www.FriendsSchoolBoulder.org E: info@FriendsSchoolBoulder.org

Gateway Montessori School—Longmont 1500 9th Avenue (303) 772-3864 Contact - Reyn Hedger Ages: 21/2 - 6 NOW OPEN YEAR-ROUND State Licensed & Eco-Healthy designation, member of AMS. Program Days: M-F . Hours: 8 am-5:30 pm. We offer full- or halfday programs.

Offering an authentic Montessori preschool, kindergarten and summer camp. We nurture the love of learning!

W: www.gatewaymontessorischool.net E: office@gatewaymontessorischool.net

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Heart and Hands Montessori Center—Lafayette 1355 Forest Park Cir.,#100 (303) 444-0181 Contact - Susan Sears Smith Ages: 6 weeks through 3 years Year-round American Montessori Associate Member. Bilingual.

Program Days: M-F Hours: 7:15 am-5:45 pm.

Montessori-trained and experienced educators nurture each child in a warm, vibrant, beautiful environment. Outdoor activities include time on the playground and walks through the surrounding forest park. Healthy nutrition is celebrated with food preparation and tasting.

W: www.heartandhandsmontessori.com E: susan@heartandhandsmontessori.com

Junior Jets Child Development Center—Longmont 2175 17th Avenue (720) 652-6626 Contact - Beth Cushing, Dir. Ages: 6 weeks through 6 years Licensed Year-round Program Days: M-F. Hours: 6 am-6 pm.

Non-profit, Federal Aviation Administration-operated child development center open to the community. The only child development center in Longmont that is NAEYC/Qualistar-accredited. Committed to providing children with a warm, safe, and developmentally appropriate environment. Devoted to setting and maintaining the highest standards of quality care that reflect innovative thinking in early childhood education. Curriculum includes Teaching Strategies GOLD, Zoo Phonics, sign language, Spanish, ECE CARES, Stretchn-Grow, music, and more. Healthy meals cooked in-house daily.

Federal employees receive a 10% discount on tuition and do not pay registration fees.

W: www.juniorjets.org E: beth@juniorjets.org

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, Spanish, and art 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 or her own pace to each developmentally appropriate group. Call us for a personal tour.

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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 fullmember school since 2002. Our lead teachers are certified. Music is offered 2 days a week, and Spanish is offered 2 days a week.

Schedule a tour today!

W: www.montessoriacademylafayette.com E: montessori.academy@mac.com

Mountain Peak School—Longmont 11833 Sunset Place (720) 494-1622 Contact - Tom Buckett Ages: 2 1/2-5 years Licensed August - June Program Days: M-F Hours: 8:30-11:15 am and 12:30-3:15 pm.

Mountain Peak School Preschool Our Preschool Program is designed to provide a strong foundation of learning and individual development to prepare each child for the future. An inspired, balanced curriculum is created by our degreed educators to meet the needs of each class and challenge each child at his/her own level. Fees: 3-4 year-old preschool, 2 mornings (T/ Th) $2100, 3 mornings(M/W/F) $2,900, 5 mornings $4,300.00, Pre-Kindergarten $4,500.00 W: www.mountainpeakschool.com E: mountainpeak@comcast.net

Mountain Shadows Montessori School—Boulder 4154 63rd Street (303) 530-5353 Contact - Ann Kasunich Ages: 12 months through 6th grade. Toddler/Primary/Elementary ~ Internationally Accredited and State Licensed Program Days: M-F, 9 and 12-month programs Hours: Staggered 8 am to 3 pm; extended day (7:30 am - 5:30 pm).

Since 1976, children from the earliest stages of their childhood have been joyfully reaching their individual potential through independence, academic excellence, respect, and moral responsibility, while learning, exploring, and playing in and around our 12-acre farmhouse campus. Mountain Shadows is Colorado’s only internationally accredited Montessori school providing an authentic Montessori education.

W: www.mountainshadows.org E: hello@mountainshadows.org

Mt. View Preschool—Boulder 355 Ponca Place (303) 494-3557 Contact - Amy Chally Ages: 2 1/2-5 years Year-round Program Days: M-F. 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Mt. View Preschool has been providing excellence in early learning for 50 years.

W: www.mvpreschool.org E: mtviewboulder@outlook.com

Off Broadway Preschool of Fine Arts—Boulder 1235 Pine Street (303) 800-0324 Contact - Emily Ages: 3-5 years State of Colorado Licensed Year-round Program Days: M-F. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Preschool Arts-focused full-day preschool in downtown Boulder with low ratios, daily creative arts enrichment, an experienced staff, and high quality meals prepared in-house.

W: www.offbroadwaypreschool.org E: info@offbroadwaypreschool.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 year-round. Our teachers are Montessori-accredited and group-leader qualified.

W: www.patiencemontessori.com E: patience@patiencemontessori.com

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Rocky Mountain Christian Academy—Niwot 9447 Niwot Rd (303) 652-9162 Contact - Admissions Office Ages: 3-5 years ACSI Accredited & Licensed August - May Program Days and Hours: M-F, 8:30 to 11:30 am and 8:30 am to 3:15 pm.

RMCA’s preschool provides children with a loving, secure environment in which to learn and grow. Our developmentally responsive programs for 3- through 5-year-old children encourage learning through play. Spacious and welcoming classrooms allow for activities that are both child-and-teacher initiated. At 8:25 am, teachers open their doors to greet families and allow students to gently begin the day with their choice of quiet learning activities. Morning class times facilitate learning through a hands-on approach that is tailored for each age group. Parents may opt to pick up their children when their morning session ends at 11:30 am or enroll in our full day program, with sessions ending at 3:15 pm. Our dedicated staff considers a day successful when every child leaves school feeling loved and having learned about God, themselves, and the world around them.

W: www.rmcaonline.org E: admissions@rmcaonline.org

Sunflower Preschool—Boulder 3340 Dartmouth (303) 494-2012 Contact-Debbie Ellman Ages: 21/2 - 6 Licensed Year-round Program Days: M-F. Hours: 8 am to 4 pm. Part-time 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: sunflowerpreschoolboulder@gmail.com

TLC Learning Center—Longmont 611 Korte Pkwy (303) 776-7417 Contact - Cindy Wickham Ages: 8 weeks-6 years. Colorado Shines Level-4 rating. Year-round Hours: M-F, 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Half- and full-day options available.

High-quality early education and child care that prepares children &EVDBUJOH $IJMESFO t $VMUJWBUJOH $PNNVOJUZ t &OWJSPONFOUBM 4UFXBSETIJQ for lifelong success by nurturing the individual learning styles of all Shepherd Valley Waldorf School—Niwot children.

Hwy. 119/Hwy. 52 (303) 652-0130 Contact - Ruth Godberfforde W: www.LearningWithTLC.org Ages: 3-14 Licensed August - June and Summer Camp E: cwickham@LearningWithTLC.org Hours: M-F, 8:30 am to 3:20 pm, with aftercare to 5:30 pm.

Shepherd Valley weaves the academic, the artistic, and the practical into our curriculum. With a nurturing pre-school/kindergarten promoting physical play and a rigorous grades program, the children are guided to cultivate self-knowledge and to meet the world by awakening within them warmth of heart, clarity of thought, and strength of purpose. We have small class sizes, exceptional teachers, 38-acre campus and a strong community. Call for a personal school tour.

W: www.shepherdvalley.org Treehouse Learning—Louisville E: enrollment@shepherdvalley.org 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

SCHOOL

Bixby School—Boulder 4760 Table Mesa (303) 494-7508 Contact - Patricia Jarvis 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, talented teachers, hands-on learning, and rich academics in language arts, mathematics, geography, science, music, art, and history. On-site pool and 3 shady acres with natural play areas and sports fields.

W: www.bixbyschool.org E: admissions@bixbyschool.org

The Boulder Sudbury School—Boulder 2855 Folsom Street (720) 943-0918 Contact - Robert David Ages: 4-19 Licensed August - May Program Days: M-F. Hours: 8:30 am to 5 pm.

The Sudbury model of education. Boulder Sudbury is founded upon the principle that learning is best fostered by self-motivation, self-regulation, and self-criticism, in a social environment that functions as a democratic micro-society.

W: www.bouldersudbury.org E: info@bouldersudbury.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 pm.

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 June to August.

W: bouldercountryday.org E: info@bouldercountryday.org

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Schools Friends’ School—Boulder 5465 Pennsylvania (303) 499-1999 Contact - Melanie Leggett Ages: K-Middle School Licensed & Accredited Aug-May/Summer Camp Program Days: M-F. Hours: Elementary 8:30 am to 3:15 pm, Middle School 8:45-3:30 Aftercare and enrichment classes 3:15 to 5:30 pm.

A supportive community committed to educating the whole child—head, hands, and heart. Social-emotional curriculum catered to each individual grade level. Experiential and integrated curriculum, emphasizing academics, problem solving, creativity, critical thinking, and social responsibility. Exceptional specials including art, music, Spanish, library, technology, and PE programs. 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: 1st-9th grade Accredited August-May & Summer Program Program Days: M-F. Hours: 8 am to 11 am and 12 to 3 pm.

Hillside enables students with dyslexia and other learning differences to reach their academic potential. Four students per class. Individualized instruction. Specially-trained faculty. Multi-sensory approach. Half-day program.

W: www.hillsidelearning.org E: info@hillsidelearning.org

Mackintosh Academy—Boulder 6717 South Boulder Road (303) 554-2011 Contact - Jenny Strode Ages: K-8th Grade Licensed August - June + Summer Camp Program Days: M-F. Hours: 8:30 to 3:30 pm.

For nearly 40 years Mackintosh Academy has been pioneering next generation gifted education. Mackintosh nurtures the keen minds and compassionate hearts of gifted and creative students in a caring community of learners so that they contribute to a world that needs them. Authorized IB World School, social-emotional learning, gifted and creative students, design/innovation, service & sustainability, $18,205 to $18,735 with tuition assistance available. Maximum 12:1 student to teacher ratio.

W: www.mackintoshacademy.com E: jenny@mackintoshacademy.com

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Mountain Peak 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: 8:15 am-3:15 pm.

Mountain Peak is an independent, nonsectarian school that focuses on educating the whole child. Recently voted Longmont’s #1 private school. We recognize that each child is unique, therefore our teachers are empowered 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 maximum for 1st-6th grades, 10-12 for preschool & Kindergarten). Come and discover what “true” individualized curriculum is. Before/after-school care available. We offer art, music, French, daily PE, Coding and STEM. W: www.mountainpeakschool.com E: mountainpeak@comcast.net

Rocky Mountain Christian Academy—Niwot 9447 Niwot Rd. (303) 652-9162 Contact - Admissions Office Ages: PS-8th Grade ACSI Accredited & Licensed August - May Program Days and Hours: M-F. 8:30 am to 3:15 pm.

Classical Christian education. Engaging minds, inspiring virtue... preparing for life. A high-quality education is important. But, education is more than just what you can accomplish; it is the shaping of persons into the very images we were created to become. RMCA cares about what matters and creating an environment where a child can think, and do, and grow toward God and others. Leaders stand out from the crowd and stand up for what is true. Our philosophy incorporates the best thoughts on education over the centuries, our methods whisper of the past while remaining the best preparation for the future; our students are not told what to think; they are taught how to think for themselves; our community thrives on family activities and shared values; our academic pursuits are worthy of thoughtful conversation and guided practice. Discover why your child should grow up here—it could make all the difference in the world.

W: www.rmcaonline.org E: admissions@rmcaonline.org

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BIRTHDAY PARTY DIRECTORY Boulder

Lafayette TINKER ART STUDIO BIRTHDAY PARTIES

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: 3-13 1300 Yellow Pine Ave. Let Tinker help celebrate your child’s next birthday! The birthday child and their guests will have a great time being creative and making a unique art project chosen from our elaborate pARTy menu, while parents sit back and enjoy watching the young artists at work. The best part—when the last present has been opened and crumb of cake eaten, we take care of all the cleanup! For further details and to reserve your pARTy, visit tinkerartstudio.com.

Hours: Saturday afternoon slots available.

Contact: Staff 303-503-1902 tinker@tinkerartstudio.com www.tinkerartstudio.com

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 or swimming! Price includes party room/skatepark shelter, cake, candles, tablecloth, paper goods, and one of 10 special party “themes.”

Contact: Staff 303-665-0469 www.cityoflafayette.com/parties

Countywide Adventure Quest & Sword Games Birthdays Throughout Front Range

Ages: 6+ Exciting quests, team games, treasure hunts, and more! Choose from a variety of options, customize the theme, and let Renaissance Adventures lead an unforgettable experience! We join your birthday party or other event in costume and equipped with safe foam swords and other props. Be a hero in a new Star Wars-themed adventure, journey as Frozen-themed princesses in a treasure quest, rally teams in Viking capture the flag, or pick some other fantastic option!

Offering summer quests, holiday quests, after-school programs, and birthday parties in Boulder and beyond since 1995.

303-786-9216 www.RenaissanceAdventures.com

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WOW! Children’s Museum Ages: 1-11 110 N. Harrison Avenue Celebrate your child’s next birthday in a fun, hands-on, and educational environment! Two-hour affordable and customizable party packages include party room rental, paper goods, playtime in the museum, and more! For a unique experience, after-hour private parties available on Fridays and Sundays.

Days and Hours: Book online or call for details.

Contact: Museum Staff 303-604-2424 www.wowchildrensmuseum.org

Longmont Dog House Music Ages: 5 to adult 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

Inspiration Art Academy Art Parties Ages: 4 and up 457 Main Street We have many fabulous art projects and activities for your child’s birthday party! Or, if your child has their own idea—we can make it happen! We will collaborate to create a fun, creative, birthday memory!

Fees: Art Parties: Up to 6 children-$130, $18 each additional child. Sewing parties: 6 children-$180 Hours: Saturdays, 10 to 12 pm, 1 to 3 pm or 4 to 6 pm. (3 hours for sewing parties, 4-7pm) Contact: Cynthia Barnes 720-273-2477 inspirationartacademy@gmail.com www.inspirationartacademy.com

BOULDER COUNTY KIDS

BIRTHDAY PARTY DIRECTORY Nederland

Triple Creek Ranch Horse Birthday Parties Ages: 4 -12 4255 Nelson Road $350 / $100 deposit. 2 Hours Party: for up to 10 children (additional fee for over 10). Join the fun of horse games, playing with the mini horses, and painting the special B-day horse, along with a lead-line ride! Of course it’s washable paint! Kids and parents leave saying it’s the best party and setting they have ever been to! Fastmoving, fun, lasting memories.

With years of experience, TCR takes great pride in our parties, to make sure all the extra touches are there for your guests! Check out our slide show on the Web page.

Contact: Lynn McChesney 303-444-4291 lynntriplecreek@gmail.com www.triplecreek-ranch.com

Louisville Mountain Kids Gymnastic-Themed Parties

Ages: 2-10 474 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

fun@mountainkidslouisville.com www.mountainkidslouisville.com

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

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Arts & Science TINKER ART STUDIO North Boulder

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 www.sciencediscovery.colorado.edu P: 303-735-2230

BOULDER VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT Boulder Valley

SUNFLOWER ART STUDIO Boulder

Ages: 3.5-15 6545 Gunpark Dr. #200 Small, cozy groups, which allows each child to explore at their own pace and receive individual attention from the instructor. Teaching everything they need to know on creating paintings that both kids and parents will be proud of. Using multiple 2-D mediums, children learn how to create an art work from a simple sketch to a finished and well-established painting. Low student/teacher ratio. Mediums include acrylic paintings, drawing, sketching, watercolor, graphics, collages, and basics of composition.

Hours: Daily. Please see our schedule and online gallery for more information.

C: Lika Gitis sunflowerkidsartstudio@gmail.com www.artsunflower.com P: 720-939-7545

Grades K-5 Offering high-quality enrichment classes/camps after school and on no-school days.

Instruction provided in visual arts, science, theater, cooking, LEGOS™, sports, and language.

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-Sat. C: Lifelong Learning lifelong.learning@bvsd.org www.bvsd.org/LLL P: 720-561-5968

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Ages: 18 months to 13 years old 1300 Yellow Pine Avenue Tinker Art Studio provides authentic art opportunities for children (and adults!) to grow as both skilled artists and creative individuals. Choose from weekly classes, drop-in art, weekend workshops, private lessons and school-day-off and holiday camps in a variety of mediums— wheel throwing and hand building ceramics, painting, drawing, fibers, mixed media, and more.

Visit us online for a complete class schedule and to register.

Hours: Daily programming.

C: Staff tinker@tinkerartstudio.com www.tinkerartstudio.com P: 303-503-1902

KINESIS DANCE Boulder

Ages: 3-18 5603 Arapahoe Ave, Unit 6.

We are a youth-focused dance company offering high quality competitive and recreational level dance. Classes offered include preschool dance, creative movement, ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, contemporary and multi-cultural dance.

Hours: M-Sat. 9 am to 8 pm.

C: Cindy or Kirsten kinesisdance@outlook.com www.KinesisDance.com P: 720-515-6268

LONGMONT DANCE THEATRE ACADEMY Longmont

Ages: 3-Adult 1422 Nelson Road Longmont’s only pre-professional ballet school. Benefit from the very finest in classical dance training. Experience the joy of movement through ballet, pointe, men’s classes, jazz, modern, hip hop, and ballet in the air. Grow with us as an artist in the studio and on stage!

Hours: Call for days and hours.

C: Marcy Cox office@longmontdancetheatre.com www.ldtacademy.com P: 303-772-1335

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Gymnastics Cheerleading

Music

SUCCESS STRATEGIES 4 KIDS Boulder

Grades: K-10 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 to 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

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 fun@mountainkidslouisville.com www.mountainkidslouisville.com P: 303-665-8287

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 www.bouldersuzukistrings.org P: 303-499-2807

MUSIC TOGETHER® of Boulder Ages: Birth through age 4.

Boulder’s premier early childhood music & movement program.

Celebrating 20 years! Music enrichment through intimate experiential classes. Learn how to support your child’s musical growth in a rich, fun, nurturing environment. Three locations: downtown, north & The Birth Center. FREE demo classes offered.

Hours: M-Sun, mornings, afternoons & evenings. Call or visit our website.

C: Jane Simms Roche www.musictogetherboulder.com P: 720-440-2775

MUSIC TOGETHER® BABIES/MIXED AGES/ BIG KIDS PROGRAMS Central Boulder

Ages: Infants to age 7.

Award-winning music and movement programs celebrating over 15 years in Boulder!

Introductory Babies Class for newborns through 9 months and caregivers. Mixed-age classes for infants through age 4 with their caregivers integrating singing/movement/ instrument play in a playful yet structured environment. Big Kids Class (Ages 5-7), optional drop-off program integrating drumming, conducting, solfege (ear training), creative expression, and more. Free demo classes and online registration.

Hours: Weekday mornings, Saturday morning, and evenings. Register online.

C: Jane Smolens www.mountainsongmusic.com P: 303-413-1120

MY LOCAL MUSIC LESSONS We Come To You

Ages: 6 and up Custom music lessons. ALL instruments in the convenience of YOUR home, same cost as stores or studios! Front Range Locations, Ft Collins to Boulder, to Denver, and between! A+ background-checked instructors, A+ rating BBB, convenient online scheduling. From website click “purchase lessons” button to browse by location, instrument and instructor. 1st lesson FREE w/ 1st month, coupon code 1stfree at checkout for 25% OFF 1st 4 pack. FREE lessons for referrals also!

Days and Hours: 9 am to 9 pm.

7 days a week C: Lee Johnson booking@mylocalmusiclessons.com mylocalmusiclessons.com P: 303-558-6160

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Swimming

Cont’d

ROCKY RIDGE MUSIC ACADEMY Boulder

OFF BROADWAY School of Fine Arts Boulder

Ages: All 1235 Pine Street Off Broadway School of Fine Arts (SoFA) provides private lessons in piano, voice, guitar, strings, woodwind, and brass instruments to students of all ages and abilities in our NEW location in downtown Boulder.

We also offer after school and evening programming in a variety of disciplines.

Fees: Trial lessons $20; Ongoing/prorated registration for lessons and most classes.

Hours: Arranged with individual instructors.

C: David L’Hommedieu info@offbroadwayfinearts.org offbroadwayfinearts.org P: 303-800-0318

Ages: All 3970 Broadway St., Unit 201E Rocky Ridge Music Academy offers individual and group lessons, giving students of all ages and levels a variety of opportunities to work with exceptional artists, teachers, and colleagues within the vibrant NoBo Arts District. Rocky Ridge has been providing transformative music education since 1942.

In addition to instruction on all orchestral instruments, we offer lessons in composition & theory, and traditional & folk music from all over the world.

Hours: 45- and 60-minute lessons available 7 days a week.

C: Max Wolpert MusicAcademy@RockyRidge.org www.rockyridge.org P: 303-449-1106

SANDY BURRELL MUSIC STUDIO Niwot

PARLANDO School of Musical Arts Boulder

Ages: All 2590 Walnut St. (Dairy Center) Parlando School of Musical Arts offers private instruction, group classes and ensembles for students of all ages and abilities, on all musical instruments and in voice/singing, acting and musical theater. Our faculty of 50 of the region’s best teachers provide instruction to more than 650 students each week.

More than two-thirds of our faculty have advanced degrees in music.

C: Staff info@parlando.org www.parlando.org P: 303-442-0006

Ages: All Individual private lessons in flute, violin, and piano. Group Lessions: 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/group class. Pay by session.

Call for current class times.

C: Sandy Burrell P: 303-652-3287

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BOULDER PERFORMING ARTS COMPANY Ages: 3-13 Musical theater, film , and music lessons. Over 30 years teaching drama, dance, and music to kids in Boulder. Our studio is about having fun.

We meet each student at their ability level to help them grow with self-confidence, creativity, friendship. Once-a-week classes with a final production, costumed on stage for friends and family. Show themes change each semester and are geared to entertain children and families.

Hours: M-F. 3 to 7 pm. Sliding fee & scholarships. Please check our website for class times and days.

C: Pollyanna Demitro www.bpac.biz P: 303-859-4195

Piano GROUP & INDIVIDUAL 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 of 6 children or fewer.

Keyboards provided during lesson time. Individual private piano lessons are also available. Jane Smolens has been a piano/music educator since 1986.

C: Jane Smolens www.mountainsongmusic.com P: 303-413-1120

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SWIM•FLOAT•SWIM! Home of Infant Aquatics Longmont/Boulder

Ages: 2 months and up 795 S. Sherman Street-Longmont 311 Mapleton-Boulder At Swim•Float•Swim! Your child will learn to swim safely in weeks, not years. Our Longmont facility features two warm-water indoor pools with a UV water purification system which ensures your child the safest and most comfortable water experience. Our new satellite Boulder location is a convenient alternative for Boulder families. We are the swim lesson experts—stop by our child-friendly Longmont facility to discover the difference.

Hours: Longmont—M-Th- 7 am to 7 pm, Fri- 8 am to 1 pm.

Please call for Boulder schedule.

C: Judy Heumann judy@infantaquatics.com www.swimfloatswim.com P: 303-499-2229

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After-School Programs Tutoring

Do you have a bright child who is struggling with learning or focus?

OCEAN FIRST SWIM Boulder

Ages: 6 months and up 3015 Bluff Street At the Ocean First Swim School, we provide a fun, supportive and comfortable environment to learn new swimming skills. Our private facility, small class sizes, and 89° heated indoor pool allow swimmers to focus on learning new skills and not worry about their comfort in the water.

Programs Days: M-Th, 9 am to 6 pm, and Fri, 3 to 6 pm. swim@oceanfirst.blue www.oceanfirst.blue P: 303-444-7234

Theater

COLORADO SHAKESPEARE Festival School of Theatre Boulder

Ages: 8-18.

The CSF School of Theatre offers classes and workshops for kids, teens, and adults yearround. Winter/Spring classes include a Taming of the Shrew class, a King Lear class, and an acting class for adults. Oneday workshops (ranging from costume design to improvisation) are held monthly in Boulder and culminate in a short performance for friends and family. Space is limited! Call for schedule.

C: Kelsey Didion csfedout@colorado.edu www.coloradoshakes.org/ education/csf-school-theatre P: 303-735-1181

ROCKY MOUNTAIN THEATRE FOR KIDS Boulder

BACKSTORY THEATRE ACADEMY YOUTH CLASSES Broomfield

Ages: 3-18.

BackStory Theatre offers theatre education, exploration, & community performances.

Classes available throughout the year for beginning to advanced students. Check our website for schedule and registration information.

Hours: After-school, schedules vary.

C: Mary Wilkie info.backstorytheatre@gmail.com www.backstorytheatre.org P: 720-263-0836

Ages: 5-16 5311 Western Ave., Ste. 135 (near Arapahoe & 55th) Boulder’s premiere youth theatre offers Boulder’s best theatrical training in musical theatre, acting, voice, dance, improvisation, & more.

After-school programs, Actors Academy Program, and summer camps.

C: Barry Freniere info@theaterforkids.net www.theaterforkids.net www. ActorsAcademyCO.com P: 303-245-8150

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BOULDER OFFICE - 303 303-499499-1941 We help where traditional www.learningpathwayscolorado.com tutoring can’t. Our multisensory methods get quick results that last a lifetime.

An average student will achieve a 2-grade-level increase in just a few weeks LEGACY OF of intensive instruction.

LEARNING Hours: M-F, 9 am-6 pm C: Deborah Kratovil Boulder learningpathwayscolorado@comcast.net Ages: 5 to Adult www.learningpathwayscolorado.com 2300 Central Ave., Suite A-1 P: 303-499-1941 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 MATHNASIUM progress. Also offering ACT/ MATH ONLY Learning Center SAT/GED prep, advanced Lafayette math and writing, foreign Grades: 1-College Calculus languages, and homework 2770 Arapahoe Rd. Ste. 114 help. Flexible payment plans.

We make math make sense!

Refund policy. Check out our Mathnasium’s affordable, new executive function and proven, customized proearly education classes! grams work with kids to Hours: M - Sat, 8 am-8 pm build a solid MATH foundaC: Staff tion that makes sense to legacyoflearningoffice@gmail.com them. Our programs increase www.thelegacyoflearning.org confidence and help kids P: 303-444-8422 understand & do their homework. Catch-up and enrichment, private lessons, special summer camps, & SAT/ACT math prep programs. Now in our 11th year of service!

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

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Fall Calendar of Events ART/MUSEUMS

August 26-Oct. 2—Denver Denver Art Museum Youth Artists on the Spectrum for all ages, from 10 am to 5 pm, located at 100 W. 14th Avenue Parkway.

Youth Artists on the Spectrum: A Celebration of Neurodiversity showcases artwork by Blue Ribbon Arts Initiative (BRAI) artists and celebrates the creativity of children with autism spectrum disorder. Call Rose Beetem at (720) 865-5000 or email info@denverartmuseum.org or check out www. denverartmuseum.org for more information.

First Tuesdays—Denver Target Tuesday Nights from 4 to 8 pm, for all ages at the Children’s Museum of Denver. Target is committed to giving back to the communities where their guests and team members live and work.

Through their generous sponsorship to the Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus, families can play FREE the first Tuesday of each month.

Saturdays—Denver Denver Art Museum Free First Saturday/CelebrARTe for all ages, from 10 am to 5 pm, located at 100 W. 14th Avenue Parkway.

11/7, 12/5, and 1/2. Enjoy free general admission and entry to all non-ticketed exhibitions. In-gallery games and art-making opportunities and special bilingual family activities. Tickets available starting at 10 am. No reservations needed. Call (720) 865-5000 or email info@denverartmuseum.org or check out www.denverartmuseum. org for more information.

Now to 2020—Denver The Denver Art Museum will offer free general admission to ALL youth, ages 18 and under. FREE general admission to all children, including school tours and other youth group visits. This incredible access opportunity also will seed a new transportation fund, providing bus-funding assistance for Title I schools. Youth pricing for all special ticketed exhibitions will be $5 for the next five years. For more information, please check out www.denverartmuseum.org/ freeforkids.

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.

2nd/4th Saturday—Longmont Firehouse Art Center Saturday Art Experience (SAE) 12 to 12:45 pm, for ages 5-8 and 1 to 2 pm, for ages 9-12, located at 667 4th Ave. Free with family membership. $10 drop-in. Fun and exhibition-based art activities led by certified art instructors. Visit the current exhibition and then create from that experience. Your children will learn about contemporary art, create artwork and bring it home. Preregistration is encouraged. Call Mary Chapin Durling at (303) 6512787 or email info@firehouseart. org or check out www.firehouseart. org for more information.

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.

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Ongoing—Boulder Storytimes at the Main Library for ages birth to 36 months. Ageappropriate storytime posters will be posted by the doors to the Mt. Sanitas room by 9 am and direct patrons to take a token for each person in their group. Limit of 40 to each storytime. Time are: Lap Babies (birth to 15 months) on Tuesdays, at 9:15 am; Cruisers & Crawlers (15-24 months) on Wednesdays, at 9:15 am, Younger Toddler Time (24-30 months) on Mondays, at 9:15 am; Older Toddler Time (30-36 months) on Thursdays, at 9:15 am. Contact ask@boulderlibrary.org or call

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(303) 441-3100 for more information.

Ongoing—Boulder/Westminster/ Denver Grandrabbit’s Toy Shoppe Story Time for ages 1-6, located at 2525 Arapahoe Ave in Boulder, 14644 Orchard Pkwy #1000 in Westminster and 8340 Northfield Blvd. in Denver. Weekly Story Time with a craft or activity for preschoolers. It’s Free and lots of fun. Check our website for times and directions. Call Lynne Milot at (303) 443-0780 or email lynne@ grtoys.com or check out grtoys. com for more information.

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 email howardm@boulderlibrary.org for more information or check out www.bplnow.boulderlibrary.org/ event/kids-family/storytime for more times and information.

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To August 19—Longmont Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center Registration for Therapeutic Riding for ages 4 to 94, located at 11968 Mineral Road.

CTRC is conducting evaluations for those interested in therapeutic riding and hippotherapy. We serve riders of all developmental, cognitive, psychosocial and physical abilities (Mon-Sat 9 am to 7 pm). Call Heather McLaughlin at (303) 652-9131 or email heather@ ctrcinc.org or check out www. ctrcinc.org for more information.

August 1—Longmont Longmont Dance Theatre Academy Dance Class Registration for ages 3 to 18, located at 1422 Nelson Road. Come dance with us! Longmont’s preprofessional ballet school offers the best in classical training for ballet, hip hop, aerial, modern, jazz/tap and more! Performance opportunities and family atmosphere. Call Office Staff at (303) 772-1335 or email us at office@ longmontdancetheatre.com or

check out www.ldtacademy.com for more information.

August 7—Lafayette Bob L. Burger Recreation Center Recreational Tree Climbing for ages 7 +, from 12:30 to 3 pm, located at 1600 Caria Drive. Climb safely on ropes into the crown of a tall tree. Trained and experienced facilitators provide all instruction and equipment. Long pants and sturdy, closed heel and toe footwear are required. Gloves recommended.

Call Christina Cardinale at (303) 665-0469 or please email christina. cardinale@cityoflafayette.com or www.cityoflafayette.com/recreation for more information.

August 10—Boulder Boulder Public Library Cool Science for ages 3 and up, at 11 am/3 pm, located at 3595 Table Mesa Drive/4800 Baseline. Try your hand at some Cool Science.

Make that cold, really cold, super cold science-with one of the coldest substances in the world: liquid nitrogen. We’ll show you what happens to ordinary materials at these extremely cold temperatures and you will even use it to make your own ice cream and Dippin’ Dots! Call Hannah Lackoff at (303) 441-3100 or please email lackoffh@boulderlibrary.org or check out boulderlibrary.org for more information.

August 12, 13—Boulder Mermaid & Shark 2-Day Class for ages 4 to 12, located at 3015 Bluff St. Tap into their imagination and teach them how to safely swim like their favorite sea creatures. Swim with our resident mermaid. This course gives your child the practical and safety skills to swim like a mermaid or shark in the water. Call (303) 444-7234 or check out www. oceanfirst.blue for more information.

August 13—Westminster Butterfly Pavilion Honey Bee Day for all ages, from 9 am to 4 pm, located at 6252 W. 104th Ave. Together as a community we can bring awareness as well as support the health of honey bees, through education and promotion. Call Marissa Copan at (303) 469-5441 or check out www.butterflies.org for more information.

Ongoing—Boulder Fabricate After School Workshops for ages 7 & up, from 3:45 to 5:45 pm, located at 2023 17th Street. A wonderful opportunity for students to enhance their sewing skills in a fun and positive environment. Small class sizes. Projects include apparel, accessories, and home decor. We

will cover safety, fabric and pattern terminology, and sewing machine mechanics and get LOTS of practice sewing, with the goal of having students become more confident, independent sewers. Call Linda Spillmann at (303) 997-8245 or please email linda@fabricateboulder. com or check www.fabricateboulder. com for more information.

Ongoing—Boulder The Language of Food presents French After-School, language, arts and crafts classes 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 email her at thelanguageoffood@gmail.com for more information.

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 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 a parallel program called MOPPETS. Call MOPS information line at (303) 402-6455.

1st Mondays—Boulder La Leche League of Longmont breast-feeding support group meeting for all ages 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-to-mother 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 breast-feeding support group meeting for all ages, at 7 pm, located at First Lutheran Church at 803

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3rd Avenue. Helping mothers worldwide to breast-feed through mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information, and education. Babies and children welcome!

Call Amanda at (303) 772-9312 or email or check out longmontlll.org 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-MoreBoulder-County for more up-todate information.

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.

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.

Mondays/Saturdays—Longmont The Family Garden Mommy & Me Yoga for ages 0-1, from 10:30-11:45 am Mondays and Saturdays from 11:15 am to 12:45 pm. Located at 600 S. Airport Rd., Suite B. Connect with your baby while stretching, moving, and relaxing your body. Includes calming breath, stretching, slow vinyasa sequences, standing poses and relaxation all with a hardworking, postpartum body in mind.

Babies join in on most poses and have their own yoga and massage session towards the end of class.

Suitable for all yogis­—new, experienced and still in diapers! Call Rachel at (303) 678-1144 or please email Debbie@family-garden.org or check www.family-garden.org for more information.

Tuesdays—Boulder FamilySong Music Class for ages 0-5, at 9 am, located at 2525 Arapahoe Ave. A multicultural music and movement class for families with young kids. Play instruments and dance with silk scarves to live drumming and guitar. Sing upbeat songs from around

the world. Each session comes with a FamilySong Music CD or download card. Try a free class today. Call Kristin McLean at (303) 641-8901 or check out www. familysongmusic.com to sign up.

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.

Ongoing—Boulder Tinker Art Studio classes for ages 18 months to 13 years old, located at 1300 Yellow Pine Avenue, Unit B, in NoBo. Programming offered daily. Weekly “Drop-In” classes are on Wednesdays and Saturdays during the school year. Call Tinker Art Studio at (303) 503-1902 or email tinker@tinkerartstudio.com for more information or check out tinkerartstudio.com to register.

Ongoing—Boulder Sunflower Kids Art Studio offers year-round classes for ages 3.5 to 15, at 6545 Gunpark Dr. #200. Call Lika Gitis at (720) 939-7545 or email lika@artsunflower.com or visit us at www.artsunflower.com.

Ongoing—Boulder/Longmont Boulder County Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) subsidized child care for children ages 0-12, with drop-in open hours for application assistance and question opportunity on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 am to 1 pm, at 3460 N. Broadway in Boulder and 1921 Corporate Center Circle, Suite 3F in Longmont. Questions?

(303) 678-6014, please email ccap@bouldercounty.org or call the bilingual outreach coordinator at (303) 928-0821. Must be county resident, income and activity requirements apply. Download an application and checklist online at www.bouldercountychildcare.org.

Ongoing—Countywide Boulder County Healthy Kids and Adults! helps families and individuals enroll in Medicaid and Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+).

Medicaid and CHP+ are free and low-cost public health insurance plans that provide dental, medical, prescription and vision benefits. There are no monthly premiums and co-pays range from $0 to $50 depending on family income.

Healthy Kids and Adults! can also

connect families to Connect for Health Colorado, a new health insurance marketplace where people can shop for health insurance and access tax credits to reduce monthly health insurance premiums. For more information, call (720) 515-1454.

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 at (303) 499-2229 or email judy@infantaquatics.com for more information.

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 email sgritton@bouldercounty.org for more information.

Ongoing—Boulder Music Together (R) with Jane Smolens Free Demo Classes for ages 0-4, located at Boulder Piano Gallery at 3111 Walnut. Free for new/prospective families. Music Together is a research-based, internationally recognized music and movement program celebrating over 25 years! Have fun planting the seeds of musical development through singing, movement, instrument play. Classes are mixed ages and siblings are welcome. RSVP’s required. Call Jane Smolens at (303) 413-1120 or please email jsmolens@mountainsongmusic. com or www.mountainsongmusic. com for more information.

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3rd Friday thru Sept—Lafayette City of Lafayette Art Night Out for all ages, from 5 to 9:15 pm, located at 311 S. Public Road. Art Night Out features artist booths, children’s activities, five food trucks, and a beer & wine garden as part of their summer arts series. Free, family friendly community event throughout the spring and summer in Downtown Lafayette. Call Susan Booker at (303) 661-1260 or email arts@cityoflafayette.com or check out www.cityoflafayette. com/ANO for more information.

Through August—Boulder City of Boulder Parks and Recreation Summer Nature Play for all ages, M/W, from 9 to 11 am, located at 1001 Arapahoe

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Ave. Calling all Explorers! Nature play promotes daily contact with our natural environment and outdoor space. You supply the supervision, we supply the fun! Meet in the nature play area, west of the Boulder Main Library, just walk towards the creek, go under the library skywalk and you’ll find us.

Call Judy Evans at (720) 376-1049 or check out www.bouldercolorado. gov/parks-rec for more information.

Through August—Boulder City of Boulder Parks and Recreation Civic Area Walking Tours for all ages, at 10 am, each Tuesday meeting at the Boulder Bandshell, 1236 Canyon Blvd.

Past, Present, and Future Journey through Boulder’s Civic Area, with a park ambassador as your guide.

Learn stories from the past, beginning with the history of the Plains Indians and the first settlers that arrived in Boulder, to what the Civic Area is today and our future.

Begins at the Boulder Bandshell for approximately 45- 60 minutes.

Call Judy Evans at (720) 376-1049 or check out www.bouldercolorado. gov/parks-rec for more information.

Through August 7—Longmont Boulder County Fair for ages 5 to 16, from 10 am to 9 pm, located at 9595 Nelson Rd. Many fun kid’s activities. In the Kid’s Corral we provide agriculture education in a fun-filled, interactive environment. FFA Petting Zoo and Dizzy’s Family Fun. Free activities daily.

Call Laura Boldt at (720) 864-6460 or email info@bouldercountyfair. org or please check online at www. bouldercountyfair.org for more information and a complete schedule of events.

Aug. 6, Sept. 3, Oct 1—Denver Denver Art Museum Free First Saturday/CelebrARTe for all ages, from 10 am to 5 pm, located at 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkway. Enjoy free admission and family-friendly bilingual activities. Tickets available onsite starting at 10 am. Call Rose Beetem at (720) 865-5000 or email info@denverartmuseum.org or check www.denverartmuseum. org for more information.

August 5—Broomfield BackStory Theatre Fantastic Friday Theatre for all ages. All shows at 6 pm at 3 Community Park Road. Performed by BackStory Academy’s youth theatre students, these short shows at the Broomfield Auditorium are fun for the whole family. Space Trek and Star Farce (2 parodies).

Tickets available at the door for $3, kids 4 and under free. Check our website for additional performances throughout the summer. Call (720) 263-0836 or please email info.backstorytheatre@gmail.com or check www.backstorytheatre.org for more information.

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August 5—Lafayette WOW! Children’s Museum Get Growing Garden Program for all ages at 9 am, located at 110 N. Harrison Ave. Join the farmers from Ollin Farms as they tend to our summer garden. Learn what plants need to grow and lend a helping hand to plant and harvest veggies! Garden program activities are included with museum admission. Call (303) 604-2424 or check www.wowchildrensmuseum.org for more information.

August 20—Lafayette Lafayette Chamber of Commerce 17th Annual Lafayette Peach Festival for all ages, from 9 am to 4 pm, located at Old Town Lafayette on Public Road. Enjoy pies, cobbler and smoothies. Food vendors, crafters, antique dealers along artists from the Front Range and Western States. Children’s activities, live entertainment and music throughout the day. Bonfils Bloodmobile on site. Over 30,000 pounds of certified organic peaches will be available in 4 locations along Public Rd. Free facepainting. Main stage music with The Who Do’s and Hindsight and Kid’s Stage with Jim Jackson and Birgitta De Pree. Only service dogs allowed. Call Pat Vero at (303) 666-9555 or please email events@ lafayettecolorado.com or lafayettecolorado.chambermaster.com for more information.

August 24—Lafayette Boulder County Head Start First Day of School at all sites. Call Susi Gritton at (720) 564-2210 or email sgritton@bouldercounty.org or check out www.bouldercounty.org for more information.

August 26-Oct. 2—Denver Denver Art Museum Youth Artists on the Spectrum for all ages, from 10 am to 5 pm, located at 100 W. 14th Avenue Parkway. Youth Artists on the Spectrum: A Celebration of Neurodiversity showcases artwork

by Blue Ribbon Arts Initiative (BRAI) artists and celebrates the creativity of children with autism spectrum disorder. Call Rose Beetem at (720) 865-5000 or email info@denverartmuseum.org or check out www.denverartmuseum. org for more information.

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September 5—Lafayette Bob L. Burger Recreation Center Pee Wee & Tiny Tyke Soccer for ages 3-5, located at 111 W. Baseline Road. This program will stress instruction of soccer fundamentals with the emphasis of FUN and participation. Tiny Tyke Soccer

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is for boys and girls 3-4 years. Pee Wee is for boys and girls 4-5 years.

Days/times depend on ages with a variety of options. Call Christina Cardinale at (303) 665-0469 or you can email christina.cardinale@ cityoflafayette.com or check out www.cityoflafayette.com/recreation for more information.

September 10­—Denver Denver Art Museum Friendship Powwow for all ages, from 10 am to 4 pm, located at 100 W. 14th Avenue Parkway. Watch colorful dance competitions, see artist demonstrations, participate in artmaking activities, and enjoy your first (or 101st!) piece of fry bread.

Free admission. Call Rose Beetem at (720) 865-5000 or email info@ denverartmuseum.org or check out www.denverartmuseum.org for more information.

September 24—Boulder University of Colorado CU Wizards for ages 7-17, from 9:30 to 10:30 am, located at Duane Physics G1B30 CU Campus.

Professor Lew Harvey presents “Illusion & Reality: The Science of Perception.” A FREE STEAM show where students will learn how the brain works by exploring the conditions under which visual and auditory illusions occur. Be prepared to have your reality distorted!

Call Candice Brown at (303) 4925011 or email djnadmin@colorado. edu or check out www.colorado.edu/ cuwizards for more information.

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September 2-5—Denver 33rd A Taste of Colorado for all ages, located at 101 W. 14th Avenue. Colorado’s annual Labor Day weekend celebration returns to Downtown Denver’s Civic Center Park. State’s largest free-admission outdoor event with more than 500,000 visitors, five entertainment stages include national, local, and ethnic music in a variety of genres, children’s performers, and much more. More than 275 marketplace artisans and vendors, as well as educational programs. Hours are Fri: 11:30 am to 10 pm. Sat/Sun: 10:30 am to 10 pm and Mon: 10:30 am to 8 pm. Call Patty Johnson at (303) 295-6330 or email patty@ atasteofcolorado.com or check out www.atasteofcolorado.com for more information.

September 11—Longmont Boulder County Parks and Open Space Crafts and Trades of Olden Days for all ages, from 10 am to 3 pm, located at 8348 Highway 66.

Come learn about old-fashioned jobs and the traditional crafts that were part of life down on the farm.

See a blacksmith in action and other demonstrations, and enjoy some hands-on activities as well!

Free for all ages, no pets permitted.

Call Jim Drew at (303) 776-8688 or email jdrew@bouldercounty.org or

www.bouldercountyopenspace.org for more information.

September 16-18—Denver 49th Annual Denver Gem and Mineral Show for all ages, from 9 am to 6 pm, 10-6., 10 am to 5 pm, located at 451 East 58th Ave. (I-25, Exit 215. 2nd-largest show in the U.S. offering over 140 dealers and exhibits from all over the world, including treasures from some of the world’s finest museums. Experts will speak on geological/paleontological topics & demonstrate gem cutting, jewelry making, & fossil preparation. There will be free gold panning for kids & free gem & mineral identification all weekend. The theme for 2016 is Minerals of Africa. Call Lesley Sebol at (720) 999-1372 or email lsebol@yahoo.com or check out www.denvermineralshow.com for more information.

September 17—Boulder Boulder Public Library Kaleidoscope Music featuring House of Joy for all ages, at 11 am/3 pm, located at 3595 Table Mesa Dr/4800 Baseline. Come join us for international dances, songs, and lots of flag waving with a good old fashioned hoedown! We will be doing plenty of hand clapping and foot stomping to a variety of instruments that include violin/fiddle, guitar, piano, accordion, penny whistle, and Native American Flute. You won’t want to miss this highly interactive program. Call Hannah Lackoff at (303) 441-3100 or email lackoffh@boulderlibrary. org or check out boulderlibrary.org for more information.

September 25—Boulder Boulder County Parks and Open Space Autumn Heritage Day for all ages, from 10 am to 3 pm, located at 8999 Flagstaff Road. Come to the Walker Ranch Homestead to learn about ranching in the days of pioneers. Visitors can participate in many activities, tour the homestead and play old-fashioned games. Call Sheryl Kippen at (303) 776-8848 or email skippen@bouldercounty.org or www.bouldercountyopenspace. org for more information.

Sept. 24-Oct. 22—Lafayette Peanut Butter Players Shrek, Jr., the Musical for all ages, show 11 am, lunch at noon, located at 1376 Miners Drive, Suite 106. The Broadway classic performed by the super-talents, the PBP Lunch Bunch, is presented in luncheon theatre for the family. Great for birthday parties, group events.

Group rates available. Call Jo Anne Lamun at (303) 786-8727 or email pbpcontacts@gmail.com or check out peanutbutterplayers.com for more information.

September 24—Westminster Butterfly Pavilion Monarch Day for all ages, from 9 am to 4 pm, located at 6252 W. 104th Ave. Help

us save the Monarchs! Learn about their migration, the importance of milkweed, butterfly gardening, and these amazing butterflies! You can make a difference! Call Marissa Copan at (303) 469-5441 or check out www.butterflies.org for more information.

September 30—Lafayette WOW! Children’s Museum Tales of Wonder Program for all ages at 11:30 am, located at 110 N. Harrison Avenue. Join Colorado Educational Theater for classic tales of elf and fairy magic!

Children will help stories unfold through simple drama and creative movement activities. This special program features stories from Asia and Europe and is a part of the “WOW! Goes Around the World” series sponsored by Lafayette Cultural Arts Commission. Call at (303) 604-2424 or check out www. wowchildrensmuseum.org for more information.

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October 1—Longmont Mountain Peak School Peak Family Fun Fest for all ages, from 2 to 5 pm, located at 1833 Sunset Place. Family friendly fall festival with carnival games, live music, bounce castle, face painting, henna tattoos, pony rides, food, huge raffle with awesome prizes, and much more! Call Tom Buckett at (720) 494-1622 or email mountainpeak@ comcast.net or check out www. facebook.com/PeakFamily for more information.

October 1 - 31—Longmont Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch Fall Festival for ages 2-9, from 9 am to 6 pm, located at 9059 Ute Highway. No admission or parking fee. For a really hands-on experience, a self-guided tour is only $8 per child. Hay maze, obstacle course and paint-your-own-pumpkin. The petting zoo is fully accessible only during our weekend festival, but you can hand-feed the animals any day of the week.

Plenty of photo ops as your child delights in the sights and sounds of a carnival. Ponies, race cars, a train, a fire engine air slide, fresh snacks and Halloween toys. Indoor market for farm-fresh, certified organic produce. Call Barbara Asbury at (303) 684-0087 or email RMPRHome@comcast.net or www.rockymtnpumpkinranch.com for more information.

October 7—Longmont Centennial State Ballet The October Showcase for all ages, at 7 pm on October 7th and 2 pm on October 8th, located at 4901 Nelson Rd. Join us in October for

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Fire & Ice, a ballet performance of Stravinsky’s Firebird and Tchaikovsky’s Snow Maiden which will feature LDTA’s pre-collegiate ballet intensive program students & live musical accompaniment. Call Office Staff at (303) 772-1335 or you can also email them at office@ longmontdancetheatre.com or www.centennialstateballet.org for more information.

October 16—Lafayette W O W ! C h i l d r e n ’s M u s e u m Sensory Friendly Playtime for all ages, from 9:30 to 11:30 am, located at 110 N. Harrison Avenue.

A sensory-friendly special museum event for children with autism spectrum or sensory processing disorders. WOW! will limit admission to 20 families, turn down sounds and lights, and provide adaptive equipment to offer a safe and fun experience for all! Reservations are required and space is limited.

To reserve your space visit wowchildrensmuseum.org/visit/sensoryfriendly-playtime. Call at (303) 604-2424 or check out www.wowchildrensmuseum.org for more information.

October 22—Boulder Boulder County Parks and Open Space Junior & Senior Fishing Derby for ages 9 am to 12 pm, located at Walden Ponds Wildlife Habitat. If you love to fish, and are 64 years or older, bring along your favorite angler who is 15 years or younger and enjoy fishing together. This fun event takes place rain or shine! Call Michelle Marotti at (303) 678-6219 or please email mmarotti@bouldercounty.org or check out their website at www. bouldercountyopenspace.org for more information.

October 23—Boulder Boulder Alumnae Association of Kappa Kappa Gamma 11th Annual Halloween House for ages 10 & under, from 12 to 4 pm, located at 1134 University Avenue. Safe Fun Halloween games and crafts and treats for children at The KKG House at CU. The undergraduates Kappa women host the events with help from the KKG Boulder Alumnae Association. Call Carol Ziegenhagen at (303) 817-1180 for more information.

October 23—Lafayette Bob L. Burger Recreation Center Fall Festival for all ages, from 3:30 to 5:30 pm, located at 111 W. Baseline Road. Come celebrate the season at Bob’s. We will have a bounce house and other great activities including our annual pumpkin race as well as awards for the Window Painting and Pumpkin Decorating Contests. Call Christina Cardinale at (303) 665-0469 or you can also email christina.cardinale@ cityoflafayette.com or check out www.cityoflafayette.com/recreation for more information.

October 28 - 30—Denver Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus Trick or Treat Street for all ages, from 9 am to 6 pm, located at 2121 Children’s Museum Drive. Families can march from one treat house to the next and collect goodies, create Halloween crafts, play carnival games and much more. The ultimate safe Halloween adventure, bursting with excitement for everyone. Members and under 1 year of age: FREE. Ages 2 - 59: $15. Age 1 and age 60 and older: $13. Call Kimber Kuhl at (303) 561-0101 or email kimberk@cmdenver.org or check out mychildsmuseum.org for more information.

October 28-30—Denver MileHiCon 48 for all ages, from 2 pm to 6 pm, located at 7800 E. Tufts Avenue. Over 100 authors and speakers in panels and programs on everything related to SF, Fantasy, and Horror. Also the largest SF/fantasy art show in Colorado, plus video, anime, masquerade, gaming, dealers, the Critter Crunch and Critter Floatilla (robotic combat and aquatic competitions), special track of programming for kids of all ages, and more.

Guests of honor: authors John Varley and Kelley Armstrong, artist Julie Dillon. Toastmaster: Chaz Kemp. Call Linda Nelson at (720) 234-7829 or please email info@ milehicon.org or check out www. milehicon.org for more information.

October 30—Longmont Trunk-or-Treat​for ages 0-12, from 4 to 6 pm, at Longs Peak United Methodist Church, located at 1421 Elmhurst Drive. Kids come in costume for family-friendly outdoor trick-or-treating; stay for games, crafts, hot dogs and more! ​RSVP to participate with your own decorated trunk. Everyone is invited to vote in contest for Best Trunk​! Call Jo Ann Hauger at (303) 776-0399 or email​ ​kids@lpumc.org or visit www.lpumc.org for more information.

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October 15, 16—Westminster Butterfly Pavilion Bug-A-Boo for all ages, from 9 am to 5 pm, located at 6252 W. 104th Avenue.

Celebrate the Fall season dressed in your Halloween best, while enjoying indoor trick-or-treating & not so creepy, crawly activities. Call at (303) 469-5441 or check out www. butterflies.org for more information.

October 22—Boulder Boulder Public Library Travelling Arthropod Zoo for ages 3 an up, at 11 am/3 pm, located at 3595 Table Mesa Dr/4800 Baseline. Learn about the arthropods all around us and even get to know some

up close. Meet Clyde the emperor scorpion, Petunia the rose-hair tarantula, and more! With Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center.

Call Hannah Lackoff at (303) 4413100 or please email lackoffh@ boulderlibrary.org or check out boulderlibrary.org for more information.

October 22—Boulder University of Colorado CU Wizards for ages 7-17, from 9:30 to 10:30 am, located at Cristol Chemistry Rm 140 CU Campus. Professor Veronica Bierbaum presents “The Magic of Chemistry” a FREE STEAM show that demonstrates that seemingly “magical” reactions are based on well-understood, fascinating chemistry. Fun for the whole family! Call Candice Brown at (303) 492-5011 or please email djnadmin@colorado.edu or check out www.colorado.edu/cuwizards for more information.

October 28-30—Longmont Breakthrough Psychotherapy & Parent Coaching Mothering Beyond Image Retreat for adults, from 7 pm on Friday till noon on Sunday, located at The Niwot Inn at 342 2nd Avenue. A weekend retreat designed to help you de-stress your life, and begin to live with more authenticity, mindfulness and balance. Women with children of ALL ages will benefit in loving ourselves, and therefore being better parents. Call Patti Ashley at (720) 565-3388 or please email them at pattiashley@icloud.com or check online at www.pattiashley.com for more information.

SUBMITTING EVENTS Boulder County Kids Mail

If you have a dated calendar event in November, December and January, please do let us know by October 10th! One-listing-per-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 included in our email reminder list, please do email us at calendar@ bouldercountykids.com with an Email 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 you are on our list.

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MUSIC TOGETHER OF BOULDER North Boulder and Downtown (720) 440-2775 www.musictogetherboulder.com MOUNTAIN SONG MUSIC STUDIO, INC. Central and South Boulder (303) 413-1120 www.mountainsongmusic.com

CENTER FOR MUSICAL ARTS Lafayette (303) 665-0599 www.comusic.org

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MUSIC TOGETHER OF THE ROCKIES Louisville and Superior (720) 280-5871 www.musictogetheroftherockies.com