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June 2008

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ColoradoKids.com wants to hire you "as you can fit it in basis" to tell us about all the family fun activity in your neighborhood and beyond. These part time editorial positions are designed for the busy parent who during their day to day activity experiences people/places/things that would be of interest to our site visitors. We invite you to share this information with us to earn money, PLUS
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High School Musical - Denver Center for Performing Arts
Disney's HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL
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Disney Theatrical Productions has created a live stage version of HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL. It's the irresistible story of two teenagers - Troy Bolton, super-popular captain of the basketball team, and Gabriella Montez, super-smart genius in science class - who try to navigate the tricky currents of peer pressure to follow their dreams. "Getcha head in the game!" and get ready for Disney's HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House July 22-27. For tickets call 303.893.4100 or buy and print online at denvercenter.org

Granby Ranch
Summer Solstice Celebration
Granby Ranch * SolVista Basin
Saturday, June 21
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From sun-up to sundown, celebrate the longest day of summer This event is open to everyone. Bring kids and friends to enjoy the family fun and start traditions that will last a lifetime. Adventures include mountain biking, a putting course, fly-fishing, a BBQ, live music, a kids’ show, fireworks and, of course, free gliders.

Greeley Independence Stampede
Greeley Independence Stampede
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Register for a chance to win a Kids Rodeo Family Pack! Includes 4 tickets, a parking pass, and 4 tee shirts. Collect the Stampede Experience at this year's 86th Annual Greeley Stampede, June 25-July 6, 2008. Make sure to get your tickets now to see such concerts as Tim McGraw, Josh Turner, Kenny Rogers and Poison. The Greeley Stampede will also showcase a Top 10 Pro Rodeo featuring the best cowboys and cowgirls in the world June 27-July 4. Other events featured at this year's Stampede include the ever popular demolition derby, which is set for July 6 at 4pm, televised 4th of July Parade on 9NEWS, K99 Free Stage, a food court and much, much more. For event information visit the Stampede web site at www.greeleystampede.org or call 1-800-982-BULL.


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EZSchoolSupplies LLC
EZSchoolSupplies LLC
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EZSchoolSupplies.com is known nationally for their innovative approach to bringing internet shopping for school supplies into the homes of parents. Thousands of parents each year save 10% on their purchase of brand named school supplies and have them delivered directly to their homes. Parents can choose from over 26,000 items and receive the exact school supplies requested and required by teachers and the schools. EZSchoolSupplies.com is the intelligent alternative to the “Scavenger-Hunt” that requires trips to numerous stores. With the price of gas increasing daily this convenient way of shopping for school supplies can’t be beat! Please use this coupon code “coloradokids.com” to receive 10% off of your next purchase at EZSchoolSupplies.com.

Colorado Virtual Academy
Colorado Virtual Academy
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Discover what your children have in them.
The Colorado Virtual Academy (COVA) and K12 ignite all kinds of minds to bring learning and possibility alive. With flexible, individualized K12 program and rich, engaging content, this online pubic school lets kids in grades K-11 find the pace and learning style that work best for them, at no cost. Call 866-339-6816 or visit www.K12.com/cova. To learn more about K12 and online public schooling, visit www.K12.com/co1.

Douglas County School District
Douglas County School District
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In an effort to continue to meet the needs of 21st century learners, Douglas County School District is collaborating with the Jones Knowledge Group™ to create a rich online environment that engages and retains all levels of learners. As a pioneer in online learning, Jones Knowledge has the expertise and history in online learning that Douglas County School District is seeking to realize success. With a shared commitment to quality, accessibility and learner engagement, DCSD and Jones Knowledge forged a symbiotic alliance in building and deploying a solution that will meet the standards for 21st century learning. Well-designed online courses have the power to make learning dynamic and authentic by pulling together the best resources from the web, classroom practice, and new creation. This fall we will launch our K-12 online educational options with complete offerings for grades K-10. We will continue to expand preparing for our first graduating class in the spring of 2011.

Kaplan Academy of Colorado
Kaplan Academy of Colorado
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Kaplan Academy of Colorado provides a tuition-free online education alternative for Colorado high school students. From students seeking greater curriculum offerings to those who face scheduling issues, work, travel or other conflicts with attending traditional high school, KACO has solutions that let you Learn Outside the Box.



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SUMMER CHILD CARE

Kingdom Kids Academy
Kingdom Kids Academy
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At Kingdom Kids Academy we strive to make every day special for every child. Our center is designed to be the best of the best in child care and education. We are a family-owned, faith-based center offering programs for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Our programs include infant and toddler care, preschool education, full day kindergarten and kindergarten enrichment, before and after school care and summer camp for school-agers. We also offer many other programs including dance, karate, fitness and agility training, Spanish and gymnastics.

ABC Nannies & Domestics, Inc.
ABC Nannies & Domestics, Inc.
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We offer full-time, part-time, and temporary nanny placements. We also place household managers, personal assistants, chefs, and housekeepers. See why over 50% of our clients are referrals. ABC Nannies Inc was voted the 2001 APNA Agency of the Year.
Alpine Nannies and Domestics
Alpine Nannies and Domestics
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At Alpine Nannies, we refer only the most carefully screened nannies available. We place full-time, part-time, live-in, live-out, and summer nannies. We also place mother's helpers, doulas or night nanny, housekeepers, house managers, chefs, and personal assistants. Alpine Nannies is happy to help your family find the perfect match.
Aurora Christian Learning Center
Aurora Christian Learning Center
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ACLC is known in the community for their strong academic emphasis. Children in our Preschool programs and full day kindergartens, as well a in our kindergarten enrichment programs, grow tremendously in all areas of academic and social preparation for elementary school. As they enjoy a variety of objective-based activities, they are able to pass developmental milestones; they gain the skills necessary for the next steps while enjoying each stage along the way.
Babies
Babies "R" Us
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All baby's firsts are just as new to you, as they are to her. To help you celebrate and cherish these moments and more, Babies“R”Us brings you the best quality baby products from the brands mothers trust most. Choose from Fisher-Price, Graco, Evenflo and many more. Whether it’s the first car seat or the first little outfit, Moms will agree... we’re always the first choice for babies. Don’t forget our OnLine Shopping and Baby Registry… Everything you need for an exceptional shopping experience! Call Today 1 of our 5 Colorado Locations – Aurora 303-627-5730 & Littleton 303-932-2229 & Westminster 303-650-2229 &
Highlands Ranch 303-346-6266 & Colorado Springs 719-574-7737
Buddy Factory, The
Buddy Factory, The
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Come to The Buddy Factory for a unique experience. Enjoy choosing a buddy friend and help our staff fill it with fluff. Make a wish, give it some love, and give it that special touch of naming your buddy friend on a birth certificate. We specialize in fun!
Children's Playland
Children's Playland
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Where children learn to play and play to learn. Our children spend the day in a safe, secure and loving environment. We value and respect each and every child. Conveniently located on the south west corner of Havana and Florida. Our hours are 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday. We serve nutritious meals that consist of whole grains and organic fruits and veggies. We have a gymnastic instructor and music specialist come in once a week. Our playground is shaded with fun toys and lots of room to play. We have security cameras throughout the facility. We invite families to our open house every Sunday between 10AM and 12PM.
Golden Triangle Learning Center
Golden Triangle Learning Center
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The Golden Triangle is a non-profit, parent run Childcare - Preschool dedicated to creating a learning environment in which each child can experience the values of acceptance, love, sharing and caring. Our five classrooms provide opportunities for developmentally appropriate experiences for each child in our care.
Iliff Preschool
Iliff Preschool
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Proud to be picked by Barry's Best in 5280, this is one of Denver's premier preschools since 1963! Professional staff members design creative and safe environments where children ages 1 to 14 explore, have fun, and make friends. Eight age appropriate outdoor playgrounds are unique to the Denver area and the DC7 airplane converted into a kindergarten classroom has been nationally recognized. Children over 3 love the enrichment classes in foreign language, dance, and drama in addition to their literacy-rich classroom environments. Security is provided by an electronic entrance.
Kiddie Academy
Kiddie Academy
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Welcome to Kiddie Academy of Broomfield! Thank you for providing us the opportunity to inform you about our Center. Kiddie Academy of Broomfield is an independently owned and operated franchise. Our Center Director has more than 30 years of experience in Early Childhood Education. We care about each other and the children in our care. We have a job to do that carries a great responsibility. We are dedicated to providing a secure, loving atmosphere and a fun educational experience for your child everyday. We look forward to meeting you and your children soon!
KidsTown Drop-In Child Care Center
KidsTown Drop-In Child Care Center
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KidsTown is not your typical child care; it’s your resource to babysitting every day, anytime! KidsTown is open during the Days, Evenings and late on Weekends and you never need a reservation. Our 6 locations are a convenient and fun child care solution when parents need to run errands, go to the doctor, get their hair cut, do their grocery or just need time for themselves. www.kidstowncenters.com. Locations: Parker, Smoky Hill, Castle Rock, Highlands Ranch, Broomfield, Ft. Collins.
Little People's Landing
Little People's Landing
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We believe that going to a child care center should be an enjoyable experience as well as an educational one. To that end we have designed playgrounds that have the safety of the children at the forefront of our design as well as apparatus and play areas that exercise large and small muscle groups, enhance hand-eye coordination, fine tune motor skills, provide for both individual and group activities and provide "quiet" areas where the child who enjoys reading or story-telling can relax.
Mother's Helpers
Mother's Helpers
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With Mother's Helpers, a great sitter is always just a phone call away. Whether you need a day off, a night out, or a weekend away, we're here for all of your childcare needs. Our sitters are carefully screened, engaging adults who provide their own transportation to and from your home. No booking fees. No hassles. It's easier with Mother's Helpers.
NannyPoppinz of Boulder
NannyPoppinz of Boulder
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We recognize that childcare needs don’t always happen during the normal business day, therefore we are available 24/7, including holidays! We customize our services to meet each family’s unique needs with carefully screened and CPR certified full-time, part-time and temporary nannies, babysitters and housekeepers. There are no application fees and we offer a 6 month guarantee with all Nanny Poppinz hires, plus free back-up care for all permanent placements.
Noah's Ark Learning Center
Noah's Ark Learning Center
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All the personal, loving care you expect in a Christian atmosphere. We have “hands-on” activities to develop readiness skills. Our state-of-the-art facility includes an entry security system. Our cook prepares nutritious meals. Our director is a Love and Logic facilitator. Teachers’ length of service here averages 11 years.
Qualistar Early Learning
Qualistar Early Learning
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We are a non-profit organization that helps parents find quality child care, while also working with child care providers to improve the quality of their program. Our free referral services are designed for parents with children ages 0 – 5, and those seeking part-time, full-time, and after/before school care. We offer an enhanced referral service specifically for parents who have children with special needs. Visit www.qualistar.org and click on “Find Child Care” or call 1-877-338-CARE.
Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center (JCC)
Robert E. Loup JCC Early Childhood Center
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Our program is designed to help develop the whole child: socially, intellectually, emotionally and physically. We encourage the development of children’s inner resources: curiosity, creativity, imagination, independence, a love of learning and self-esteem. Learning to play cooperatively and building positive relationships with friends are fundamental components of our program. Our caring and experienced staff encourages a love of learning, enthusiasm for exploration and discovery and a high regard for self and others. The result is an environment that offers one of the city’s finest early childhood programs. Special features of the ECC experience include: year-round swim instruction for ages 3-6; weekly physical education in the JCC's full-size gymnasium; concert series held in the Shwayder Theatre; special Jewish holiday and Sabbath activities; afternoon Adventure Club; music; and program options from 7 a.m.–6 p.m.
Thomas Learning Centers
Thomas Learning Centers
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Children learn and grow in an atmosphere that provides the best of home and center care. Our centers are educationally sound and secure while offering lots of love and flexibility to suit our families needs. All of our centers have achieved a level 3 Qualistar rating... drop in for a tour!
Trina's Tiny Steps Daycare
Trina's Tiny Steps Daycare
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Qualistar rated (3 stars) Daycare/Preschool program in Thornton 120th & Colo Blvd. We offer a preschool learning environment where children learn through play. We do school time, story time, art/crafts and music time. We have a structured day and parental involvement through daily reports, monthly newsletters. Please call (303) 920-2300 for more information.

SUMMER FUN
iD Tech Camps: Hands-On Tech Fun!
iD Tech Camps: Hands-On Tech Fun!This Summer, Create Websites, Movies, Video Games, Robots and More! Website- Email

At iD Tech Camps, ages 7-17 design websites with Flash®, create video games, film digital movies, build robots, learn programming and more. Weeklong, day and overnight programs are located at over 50 prestigious universities in 23 states. This includes Colorado College, the University of Denver, Stanford University and UCLA. There are also Teen programs: iD Gaming Academy and iD Film Academy. Visit www.internalDrive.com or call 1-888-709-TECH (8324). Save with code WD22.

Dave & Busters Denver
Colorado River Guides
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See the beauty of Colorado while floating down one of its many rivers. Travel through gorges and tributaries, shoot through exhilarating whitewater and float through serene and scenic waterways - Colorado River Guides offers it all! Our experienced guides are fun, knowledgeable and personable, operating top-of-the-line rafts, duckies and dories. Colorado River Guides also offers fishing trips to incredible spots that can be best reached on a float. We pride ourselves on our delicious buffet lunches. So if you're ready for an adventure with personality give Colorado River Guides a call today!
Dave & Busters Denver
Dave & Busters Denver
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Food, Fun & Games all under one roof! Use your Powercard in the Million Dollar Midway for our interactive entertainment attractions: virtual reality, state-of the-art simulators, traditional carnival-style amusements and games of skill. Dave & Buster’s--there's no place quite like it!
Elitch Gardens
Elitch Gardens
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Elitch Gardens Theme Park has remained a beloved part of Denver's rich history for 118 years providing something for the whole family. NEW! The Summer Concert Series takes the stage Saturday nights this summer. Includes acts like Smash Mouth and Billy Ray Cyrus. NEW! Challenge your family to a frightfully fun shootout in the new interactive family ride, Ghost Blasters! Guest will make their way through a haunted mansion using a Boo-Blaster to extinguish ghosts along the way.
Front Range Inflatables
Front Range Inflatables
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We offer affordable prices, great quality, and outstanding service. Front Range Inflatables specializes in birthday parties, backyard BBQs, block parties, and company picnics. No event is too big or too small. Check out our website for photos and pricing. Call or email us today to reserve yours!

We proudly serve northern Colorado's Front Range Region.

Laser Quest
Laser Quest
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Laser Quest is live action laser tag at its best! This is the ultimate in interactive entertainment, whether you are 5 or 85! Laser Quest is a high tech combination of tag and hide & -seek and is played in a multi-level arena, with fog, music and special effects. Fun is lurking around every corner! Laser Quest is great for family outings, sports teams, day camps, youth groups, and any other group event! www.laserquest.com for more information.
Make Scents!
Make Scents!
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Introducing the fun and exciting process of creating your own skin nourishing bath and body care products. We'll guide you every step of the way! Using a wide selection of all-natural ingredients, including therapeutic-grade essential oils, you'll create products free of synthetic fragrance, preservatives or coloring. At Make Scents! you decide the ingredients and the scent. Your skin will love it.
SkyVenture Colorado
SkyVenture Colorado
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Ready to try indoor skydiving? SkyVenture Colorado located in Lone Tree, is just minutes from anywhere in Denver and Colorado Springs. Indoor wind tunnel conditions are perfect for skydiving day or night and in any weather! All ages and abilities can now skydive! SkyVenture Colorado provides the free fall adrenaline without the plane! Bring your family and friends for the indoor skydiving adventure of a lifetime! Reservations are strongly suggested! Call to make yours today! Call 303-768-9000
Water World
Water World
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Season opens on May 24, 2008! America's largest family waterpark features over 40 attractions on 67 beautifully landscaped acres, including two giant wave pools, white-water rapids, speed slides, Voyage to the Center of the Earth, Lost River of the Pharaohs, Storm, Revolution, TurboRacer, Wally World for tots and the Big Top, specially for young families, opening this summer. Located just 15 minutes north of downtown Denver, parking is always free and picnics are welcome. Visit our website for operating schedules, general information and special group and birthday packages. For more info: 303 427-SURF or www.waterworldcolorado.com


Family Events
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Register for a chance to win tickets to the Colorado Springs Sky Sox!
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Aurora KIDSPREE
July 19 & 20, 2008,
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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RHYTHM ON THE RAILS Summer Concert Series
Jun. 12th - Sep. 11th
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Story Time
Every Thurs 10:30 am
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Day Out With Thomas 2008: The Great Discovery Tour
Jun. 13th - 15th
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Big Boy Day and Train Swap Meet - Free for Fathers and Grandfathers!
Jun. 14th
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Kidgits Kids Club Event SUPER DUPER MINI-CHEFS
Jun. 14th
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Father's Day Steam-up
Jun. 14th - 15th
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Drop-in Science Explorations
Tuesdays in June
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Super Duper Mini Chefs Event
Jun. 21st
Summer Story Time
Jun. 26th
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Summer Solstice Celebration at Granby Ranch
Jun. 21st - 22nd
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Greeley Stampede
Jun. 25th - Jul. 6th
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Story Time in the Gardens
Every Sat & Sun.
Through Summer


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