Holiday

Christmas Events Are Coming to Town!

November 17, 2022

Thanksgiving is a week away and Christmas more than a month, but the festivities, lights, special events, plays, musicals and concerts have only just begun for the holiday season! Just look at everything you and your family can do this weekend and next in and around Aurora!

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Everybody’s Favorite Stocking Stuffers

December 14, 2021

Stocking Stuffers aren’t usually top-of-mind holiday gifts. They’re more of an afterthought , “Oh this would make a cute little trinket.” Maybe because they are quickly unwrapped and then forgotten almost as fast.

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Flavors-of-Fall Cocktails

September 7, 2021

While we’re approaching sweater, pie and soup season, it’s also the ultimate beverage season, too! The flavors of fall lend themselves to seasonal cocktail recipes for fall activities and holidays – from tailgating and harvest parties through Thanksgiving meals. Scroll and click through these yummy fall cocktails – you’ll find plenty to choose from for …

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How to Avoid Overspending During Gift-Giving Season!

December 8, 2020

The pandemic prompted a major shift to online shopping where shoppers spent a record-setting $10.8 billion online on Cyber Monday — a 15.1% increase from 2019, according to Adobe Analytics data. Overall, Adobe forecasts $184 billion in online sales will be spent this holiday season, a 30% increase from 2019, as a result of concerns over the coronavirus spread.

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Colorado Adventure Vacations

August 4, 2020

Everyone knows the best way to stay healthy this summer is to participate in activities in the great outdoors—and everyone also knows Colorado is the best place to do that! With so many ways to take an adventure-filled vacation in the state, you don’t need to get on an airplane or venture far from home …

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Upcycled Holiday Decorations and Crafts!

December 10, 2019

While the definition of “upcycling” is to repurpose things you have lying around the house, many of the DIY craft ideas floating around on the internet require materials you would never have on hand! So, the criteria for our upcycled holiday decorations is that you should need to buy no more than one item, assuming you …

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The Grinch AND Parade of Lights This Weekend!

December 5, 2019

There is so much holiday cheer in Denver and Aurora this weekend that it’s hard to keep up! A must-see is the annual Parade of Lights in downtown Denver, a beloved tradition that welcomes the holiday season to town. Also in Denver are productions of favorite Christmas shows from The Grinch to A Christmas Carol …

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Real and Alternative Christmas Trees

November 19, 2019

If you like the idea of a tree for Christmas or a bush for Hanukkah but want to avoid the whole dry pine needles problem that live trees cause by New Year’s, here are a few alternative ideas to consider. You’ll see variations of wooden trees — both naked wood and covered in upholstery fabric …

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RFK, Phantom and Tree-Lighting Party!

November 14, 2019

Entertainment events from music to theatre to the final runway shows of Denver Fashion Week are sure to keep you busy this weekend! Holiday events are cropping up, too—including a tree-lighting party at the Lakehouse, complete with carriage rides the whole family will enjoy!

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Fun Halloween Crafts and Goodies!

October 22, 2019

Whether your Halloween plans include hosting a big bash or making the most delightfully scary treats on the block, these suggestions for decorating, crafts, and ghoulish goodies are sure to be a big hit with your friends and family!

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