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Monday, March 15
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Boulder
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Stephen Batchelor: Confession of a Buddhist Atheist
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Sha
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Confession of a Buddhist Atheist is a personal account of the authors thirty-eight year engagement with Buddhism. The book charts the journey of the author starting with his departure from England at the age of 18. The book details his first meeting with the Dalai Lama, his training as a Tibetan Buddhist monk, his disillusionment with the Tibetan tradition, and his return to lay life in Europe where he discovered what is truly distinctive in his teaching.
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Denver
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Give Your Heart to Haiti- Event takes place SUNDAY March 14th
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Swallow Hill Music Hall
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Give Your Heart to Haiti ~ a concert raising funds for AMURT (Ananda Marga Universal Relief Team) to continue support and medical care for children and families in Port Au Prince. Join five bands for an entertaining evening of music:GREG HARRIS CARIBBEAN JAZZ ENSEMBLE,HUNKER DOWN,IMPROMPTU
TOM HAGERMAN (of DEVOTCHKA) and special guests BOULDER ACOUSTIC SOCIETY
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Tuesday, March 16
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Boulder
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Film About Guantanamo
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At Atlas 100, CU Boulder
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"Outside the Law: Stories from Guantanamo" is a new documentary film, directed by Polly Nash and Andy Worthington, telling the story of Guantnamo (and including sections on extraordinary rendition and secret prisons) with a particular focus on how the Bush administration turned its back on domestic and international laws and how prisoners were rounded up in Afghanistan and Pakistan without adequate screening (and often for bounty payments). At 7 p.m. Free. 303-444-6981 ext. 2
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Denver
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Path of Light for 2012
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Museo de las Americas
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Museo de las Americas is honored to present to Denver Mayan Abuelo Miguel Angel. Miguel Angel is a spiritual guide and keeper of wisdom related to the basic tenets of Mayan Spirituality. These include their calendar, 2012, the twenty cosmic forces (called naguales) of which the Universe is created, and the vital importance of understanding the four forces which can inform you of your truest self-and your purpose. Miguel Angel is a Maya elder sent to help prepare the 'path of light' for 2012.
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Lafayette
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March Drop-In Science Explorations
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WOW! Children's Museum
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Marchs Topic: Measurement.
Curious about how to approach science with your kids? Join WOW! in March for family science fun! Drop-in science explorations are informal hands-on science sessions that are included with your Museum admission. Drop-in science is open for exploration from 10:00am-2:00pm.
For more information please call (303) 604-2424 or visit www.wowmuseum.com. WOW! is located at 110 N. Harrison Avenue in downtown Lafayette.
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Wheat Ridge
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Conflict countermoves
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4251 Kipling St
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Emotionally charged discussions are uncomfortable, often because we are talking about what needs fixing rather than what is going well. Defensiveness is highly probable. It is very common that attempts are made to divert the discussion. Come learn how to manage efforts to thwart the conversation so you can successfully address the issues at hand. Free.
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Wednesday, March 17
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Lafayette
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March Drop-In Science Explorations
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WOW! Children's Museum
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Marchs Topic: Measurement
Curious about how to approach science with your kids? Join WOW! in March for family science fun! Drop-in science explorations are informal hands-on science sessions that are included with your Museum admission. Drop-in science is open for exploration from 10:00am-2:00pm. For more information please call (303) 604-2424 or visit: www.wowmuseum.com. WOW! is located at 110 N. Harrison Ave. in downtown Lafayette.
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Thursday, March 18
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Boulder
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Leveraging the Power of Social Media-The Next Step
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A Spice of Life Event Center
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The Boulder Area Human Resource Association will host Amanda Shewmake, VP of the West Central Region for NAS Recruitment Communications at their March 18th Chapter breakfast meeting. She will present Leveraging the Power of Social Media-The Next Step. Learn how leading organizations are using social communities to reach and attract top talent and how you can do the same.
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United Nations Association, Boulder Chapter, UN and Internationa
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Boulder Public Library
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Topic: Cap-and-trade vs. a carbon tax: Can either help control global waming? The resource person for this session is Bruce Driver, a semi-retired environmental attorney who has worked with the oil ad coal industies of several energy-related issues.
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Meeting of the Divine Feminine
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Boulder Unity Church
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The meeting of the Divine Feminine group will take place at Unity of Boulder, 2855 Folsom.
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Denver
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Gates Camp Breakfast with blind adventurer Erik Weihenmayer
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Pepsi Center
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Erik Weihenmayer, world-class blind adventurer, will be the featured speaker at the annual Gates Camp Breakfast, an event to raise support for the Boys & Girls Clubs summer camp for underserved kids. Weihenmayer, who in 2001 became the only blind person to climb Mt. Everest, will speak about harnessing the power of adversity. To attend this fundraiser and learn how you can provide inner-city youth with life-changing outdoor experiences, fun and adventure, RSVP to 303-892-9200 x105.
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Debate re: charging Juveniles as Adults
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DU Sturm School of Law Rm. 165
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Opponents of Direct File argue that punishing kids for political gain is wrong. They point to a palpable contradiction in laws that preclude kids from serving on juries but still allow DAs to inflict greater punishment and generate headlines that help them get reelected. Despite a lack of hard evidence proponents of Direct File argue that trying kids as adults keeps juvenile crime rates down. Adams County DA, Don Quick will debate long time juvenile defense attorney Kim Dvorchak.
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Cheri Honkala: The Most Engangered Activist in America
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Mercury Cafe
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Cheri Honkala has been arrested over 200 times while demonstrating, committing civil disobedience and organizing for the human rights of Americas poor and homeless. Tonight she will share some of her experiences being America's leading homeless and poverty organizer.
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Erie
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Candidate Forum
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Erie Middle School
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Candidates will make opening and closing statements, and answer written questions from the audience.
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Lakewood
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Community Giving Day
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Whole Foods, Belmar
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Whole Foods, Belmar in Lakewood is donating 5% of their day's sales to Easter Seals Colorado. Join us and support children, adults and seniors with disabilities as they gain greater independence.
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Longmont
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Martha Maxwell: Naturalist, Taxidermist and Artist
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Longmont Public Library
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A gifted storyteller, Mary Jane Bradbury will perform as Martha Maxwell for Women's History Month. Martha Maxwell traveled to Colorado Territory with the first wave of the Pike's Peak Gold Rush in 1860. A self-educated naturalist and artist, she found her passion and life's work quite by accident and contributed to the development of taxidermy and museum display with techniques that are still used today. The program is free. For more information call 303-651-8470.
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Friday, March 19
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Aurora
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Dearly Departed
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aurora Fox Theatre
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- A fast-paced comedy about an extended family in the Bible Belt who come together for better and worse after the death of the family patriarch. Mar. 19 - Apr. 17 - Thurs, Fri, Sat @ 7:30 p.m.; Sundays @ 2 p.m. 9900 E. Colfax - 303-739-1970, or foxbox@auroragov.org.
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Boulder
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Walking with the Dragon, a workshop with Alex Stark: Developing
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Solstice Center
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Traditional peoples have developed complex techniques to tap into the power of the land.Stark takes us deeper into these ancient techniques of connecting directly with the landscape which will help us increase
satisfaction in every area of life. These techniques include visual observation, dowsing, earth-based rituals, and pilgrimages to places of power.Stark guides us to walk fully with the dragon of our personal power, cultivating positive change for ourselves and the global community.
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Forever Wild: Walkin' Jim Stoltz Concert
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Boulder Friends Meeting House
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FOREVER WILD, an award-winning multi-media celebration of nature featuring folksinger/photographer Walkin Jim Stolz,combining his inspiring photographs with his original folk-style songs from 28,000 miles of walking through American's last wild places. More than a concert this event is a moving, inspirational visit into our nation's remaining natural areas. Gary Ball, local activist / folk musician will open the concert. Benefit for RMPJC and Clean Energy Action. Vegan bake sale. Silent auction.
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Denver
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Surviving Poverty and Homelessness in America: Perspectives from
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Tattered Cover
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For the first time ever Americas leading organizer for the poor and homeless Cheri Honkala will be sharing the stage with her son, writer/director/actor Mark Webber speaking of their personal experiences living in poverty while often homeless, living in cars and abandoned buildings.
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Saturday, March 20
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Arvada
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Peace Vigil
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Southeast Corner of 52nd and Wadsworth
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Join us to peacefully protest the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Signs provided or bring your own.
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Boulder
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Meet Your Legislators
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bvsd hq
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What are your state legislators up to? Find out at the LWVBC Meet Your Legislators' meeting, a public event.
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Spring Equinox Celebration
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Boulder Unity Church
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The annual Spring Equinox Celebration will feature drumming, dancing, singing and chanting. Bring your drum! Held at Unity of Boulder, 2855 Folsom.
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Denver
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National Bubble Week Celebration
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Children's Museum of Denver
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Bubbles are so AMAZING, the entire nation is celebrating them! In honor of Bubbles, our new exhibit opening May 15th, we are replacing all of our daily programming, March 20th -26th, with enchanting, marvelous bubbles activities. Make bubble wands, mix sparkling bubble solution of your own, form bubbles with dry ice and much more!
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Sunday, March 21
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Boulder
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Healing Hands Wellness Day
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Boulder Unity Church
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Try out different natural healing modes in 15-minute sessions at Unity of Boulder, 2855 Folsom.
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Denver
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Prayer event focusing on Elimination of Racial Discrimination
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Arapahoe Eloise May Library
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The local chapter of Shri Ram Chandra Mission invites you to observe the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The event, which is open to the public, begins at 1pm and will include a prayer/meditation as well as a discussion about the meaning of the UN Day. The event will take place at Meeting Room D, Arapahoe Eloise May Library. For more information, please call970-631-8869.
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Film: The Shock Doctrine
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Mercury Cafe
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2199 California St "The Shock Doctrine", a documentary film based on the book by Naomi Klein, portrays the profiteering that sometimes occurs with natural disasters and political crises. There will also be an update on Haiti after the earthquake. Sponsored by The Colorado Committee on Africa and the Caribbean. For more information: (303) 329-5881
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Monday, March 22
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Denver
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Spring Break Critter Camp
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Dumb Friends Leagues Quebec Street shelter
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Fun and educational camp for third, fourth and fifth graders! Dumb Friends Leagues Quebec Street shelter March 22-26, March 29 April 2. (303) 751-5772.Send your child to the Dumb Friends Leagues spring-break Critter Camp for a howling good time! Third through fifth grade children will learn how to be safe around animals, as well as work with a variety of pets at the Quebec Street shelter.
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Tuesday, March 23
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Boulder
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New Course in Miracles Class
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Boulder Unity Church
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A new year-long Course in Miracles class will be taking place at Unity of Boulder, 2855 Folsom.
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Boulder County Audubon Society
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Universalist Unitarian Church
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7:30pm Social at 7pm. 5001 Pennsylvania (west of 55th)
Riparian Renaissance at Coal Creek.In 1998 Boulder County Audubon, with the assistance of BoCo Open Space and Mountain Parks and a grant from the Terra Foundation, fenced a 5 mile creek corridor south of Boulder. Boulder Audubon has conducted a monthly bird count to monitor success ever since.
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Lafayette
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Bees & Pollinators Presentation
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WOW! Children's Museum
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Imagine that when you look outside everything is just brown. Imagine having to eat only oatmeal for breakfast, lunch and dinner...because of pollinators, such as insects and bats and some birds, we live in a colorful world and are able to eat scrumptious foods like peaches, berries, cucumbers and almonds. Learn more about pollinators with a special presentation at WOW! on Tuesday, March 23rd at 11:15am. Included with your Museum admission! Contact WOW! at 303-604-2424 or visit www.wowmuseum.com
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Wednesday, March 24
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Lafayette
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Money Magic Presented by Elevations Credit Union
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WOW! Children's Museum
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Join Rags, mascot of the Elevations Credit Unions Children's Savings Club, for this fun presentation on money basics. Learn how to make your money grow, while you save, share and spend wisely! The Money Magic program will begin at 10:00am and is included with your Museum admission! For more information: Contact WOW! at 303-604-2424 or visit www.wowmuseum.com. WOW! is located at 110 N. Harrison Avenue in downtown Lafayette.
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Thursday, March 25
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Boulder
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Restoring the Soul Forum: A Good Beginning, a Better Future: The
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Congregation Har HaShem
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Restoring the Soul: Faith and Community Partnerships presents a free public forum on early childhood education with a panel of local experts.
Preschool is a matter of economic and national security for the nation. School readiness is directly linked to workforce readiness and our ability to compete globally in the future. An investment in early childhood education returns people contributing to our world at their full potential.
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Denver
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Cafe Botanique
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Denver Botanic Gardens
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The Dream of the Turquoise Bee.Botanical Art as a Vehicle for Cultural Diplomacy.Dianne Aigaki.Travel with Dianne on her journeys to Tibet where she is completing a series of 108 scientific botanical paintings of wildflowers growing between 11,000-18,000 feet elevation. Yak herding, global warming, monks imprisoned for seven years for writing Free Tibet on a sign, searching for the Tibetan blue poppy at 16,000 feet altitude, delivering gifts from the Dalai Lama to his homeland...
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Golden
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Show & Tell
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Golden History Center
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Show & Tell: Highlights from the CollectionOpening reception, Thursday, March 25, 2010, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.Golden History Center, 923 10th St., RSVP appreciated, 303-278-3557
Come see 80 hand-picked items from the decades-old City of Golden collection of 15,000. Each artifact including the 18-foot sign from Foss Drug, tools from Goldens first dentist, and a video chronicling interesting local characters from the first half of the 20th centurytells a unique story about Golden history.
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Friday, March 26
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Boulder
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Free Intro Evening - Gurdjieff Movements Workshop
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Solstice Center
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Free introductory evening to weekend workshop for Gurdjieff Movements. Evening includes movements practice with live pianist.The full weekend workshop will provide an introduction to the body-centered meditation practice known as Gurdjieff Movements. The Movements are an integral part of the work of G.I. Gurdjieff, the enigmatic philosopher mystic. The workshop will give participants an opportunity to learn several Movements under the guidance of two well qualified teachers. Live pianist.
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Saturday, March 27
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Arvada
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Peace Vigil
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Southeast Corner of 52nd and Wadsworth
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Join us to peacefully protest the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Signs provided or bring your own.
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Boulder
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Gurdjieff Movements Weekend Workshop March 27-28
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Solstice Center, 302 Pearl St
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This workshop will provide an introduction to the body-centered meditation practice known as Gurdjieff Movements. The Movements are an integral part of the work of G.I. Gurdjieff, the enigmatic philosopher mystic who provided his students with a wide variety of practical methods of raising consciousness. The workshop will give participants an opportunity to learn several Movements under the guidance of two well qualified teachers.
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Stuck in the Airport? Let Travia Be Your Friend
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Boulder Public Library
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Recently retired Travel Weekly editor-at-large, Nadine Godwin, may have found a solution. Her book, Travia: The Ultimate Book of Travel Trivia, offers a compendium of fascinating facts and obscure tidbits that remind us of why we like to travel in the first place.
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ReSource Grand Opening 2nd Annual Earth Hour Event
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ReSource
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ReSource Earth Hour will feature live music, local artisans, free refreshments, a non-profit fair, a raffle and games, creative workshops by Rust-E, and lights out with fireside music in honor of global Earth Hour. The event will take place from 5pm-9pm Sat. Mar. 27th, culminating in the Earth Hour lights out event from 8pm-9pm. Please join ReSource in a celebration of the new Recycle Row facility with this global event at ReSource,6400 Arapahoe, Boulder.
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Gear and Cheer 2010
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The Spot Boldering Gym
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Brush off your dancing skills, don your most colorful attire and join us, as we host over 500 local outdoor enthusiasts for an evening of live entertainment, a fashion show, local beverage and food tasting as well as an amazing auction of high performance outdoor gear, great local services, and exciting trip packages. In its eighth year, this years Gear and Cheer benefiting The Womens Wilderness Institute will be the best yet!
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Lafayette
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NanoDays Celebration at WOW!
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WOW! Children's Museum
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Join WOW! for the national week long celebration of NanoDays and learn all about nanotechnology! Explore nano science by measuring yourself in nano meters; discover how size affects forces like gravity; and help build a model nanotube (and find out what that is!). NanoDays is sponsored by the NISE Network and the National Science Foundation. All NanoDays activities are scheduled for 10:00am-2:00pm and are included with Museum admission! Contact WOW! at 303-604-2424 or visit www.wowmuseum.com.
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Sunday, March 28
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Boulder
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Come Together w/ Save the Children Haitian Relief
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Elks CLub
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Two local bands, The FreeRadicalZ & Ztown perform to celebrate compassion & generosity for Haiti in its time of need. All ages show. Children 16 & under free. Cash bar & food available at Elks.
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Monday, March 29
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Lafayette
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NanoDays Celebration at WOW!
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WOW! Children's Museum
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Join WOW! for the national week long celebration of NanoDays and learn all about nanotechnology! Explore nano science by measuring yourself in nano meters; discover how size affects forces like gravity; and help build a model nanotube (and find out what that is!). NanoDays is sponsored by the NISE Network and the National Science Foundation. All NanoDays activities are scheduled for 10:00am-2:00pm and are included with Museum admission! Contact WOW! at 303-604-2424 or visit www.wowmuseum.com.
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Tuesday, March 30
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Lafayette
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NanoDays Celebration at WOW!
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WOW! Children's Museum
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Join WOW! for the national week long celebration of NanoDays and learn all about nanotechnology! Explore nano science by measuring yourself in nano meters; discover how size affects forces like gravity; and help build a model nanotube (and find out what that is!). NanoDays is sponsored by the NISE Network and the National Science Foundation. All NanoDays activities are scheduled for 10:00am-2:00pm and are included with Museum admission! Contact WOW! at 303-604-2424 or visit www.wowmuseum.com.
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Wednesday, March 31
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Lafayette
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NanoDays Celebration at WOW!
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WOW! Children's Museum
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Join WOW! for the national week long celebration of NanoDays and learn all about nanotechnology! Explore nano science by measuring yourself in nano meters; discover how size affects forces like gravity; and help build a model nanotube (and find out what that is!). NanoDays is sponsored by the NISE Network and the National Science Foundation. All NanoDays activities are scheduled for 10:00am-2:00pm and are included with Museum admission! Contact WOW! at 303-604-2424 or visit www.wowmuseum.com.
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Thursday, April 01
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Lafayette
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NanoDays Celebration at WOW!
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WOW! Children's Museum
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Join WOW! for the national week long celebration of NanoDays and learn all about nanotechnology! Explore nano science by measuring yourself in nano meters; discover how size affects forces like gravity; and help build a model nanotube (and find out what that is!). NanoDays is sponsored by the NISE Network and the National Science Foundation. All NanoDays activities are scheduled for 10:00am-2:00pm and are included with Museum admission! Contact WOW! at 303-604-2424 or visit www.wowmuseum.com.
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Friday, April 02
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Lafayette
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NanoDays Celebration at WOW!
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WOW! Children's Museum
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Join WOW! for the national week long celebration of NanoDays and learn all about nanotechnology! Explore nano science by measuring yourself in nano meters; discover how size affects forces like gravity; and help build a model nanotube (and find out what that is!). NanoDays is sponsored by the NISE Network and the National Science Foundation. All NanoDays activities are scheduled for 10:00am-2:00pm and are included with Museum admission! Contact WOW! at 303-604-2424 or visit www.wowmuseum.com.
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Wednesday, April 07
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Boulder
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Free Water Wise Landscape Seminars
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The Center for ReSource Conservation
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A series of WaterWise landscaping seminars are being offered between April 7-17 around Boulder County. Each seminar is two-hours long and is taught by a local landscape professional. The seminars will cover everything from introduction to xeriscaping to landscaping for conservation and renovation.
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Friday, April 09
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Boulder
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CRC's Earth Day 5k Run/Walk
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Pott's Feild at CU Research Park
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Put on your sneakers and take a stroll to support conservation! For the eighth year in a row, the Center for ReSource Conservation and CUs Environmental Center is putting on a Bolder-Boulder qualifying race that generates funds for the CRC. Whether you would like to race, jog, or walk, this event will get you in the stride of Earth Month. Post-race events will take place at Earthfest, Boulders Earth Day Celebration.
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Saturday, April 10
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Commerce City
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Homebuyer Education Workshop
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ACCESS Housing, Inc.
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ACCESS Housing is a local 501C-3 non-profit. They are currently hosting workshops designed for first time homebuyer. Workshops provide education, resources and guidance. Learn what it takes to purchase a home from: NEWSED Community Development Corporation, North Metro Realtors, Anita-Martinez Trumm/Megastar Financial(LMB100018374)& Habitat For Humanity. Workshop dates 4/10 & 6/12/2010 9a-2p. Contact Diana 303-289-7078
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Lafayette
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Transplanting and Seeding for Maximum Yield
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HeartEye Village CSA
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Colorado Local Sustainability, publishers of the Rocky Mountain Growers Directory, and HeartEye Village CSA, will be hosting a 3-hour workshop demonstrating maintenance and handling of greenhouse seedlings as they grow, and making the transition to outdoor transplanting. Participants will also learn how to direct seed in prepared growing beds with an emphasis on intercropping and succession planting for maximum yield.
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Monday, April 12
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Boulder
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The Best Long-Blooming Perennials with Lauren Springer Ogden
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New Vista High School
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When gardeners make the switch from annuals to perennials, they are often disappointed by the fact that, unlike annuals, the vast majority of perennials only bloom for a couple of weeks. There are, however, a good number of fantastic perennials that push the envelope on this limitation. Get to know the peak performers for spring, summer, and autumn. Register at www.bvsd.org/LLL or call 720-561-3768.
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Tuesday, April 13
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Boulder
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Leading Across Borders: Becoming a Global Citizen with Mark Gerz
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Naropa University, Nalanda Events Center. 6287 Arapahoe Ave., Bo
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BA, Harvard Mark Gerzon is the president of Mediators Foundation and the founder of the Global Leadership Network. Currently working with UNDP on developing a global learning community on dialogue, he facilitated the first two Bipartisan Congressional Retreats and has designed several other dialogues between Republicans and Democrats in the U.S. House and Senate as well as the State of the World Forum Conferences.
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Saturday, April 17
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Arvada
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Stetsons to Stilettos fundraiser
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Arvada Center
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4th annual Glory Community fundraiser, Stetsons to Stilettos, to include dinner/music/auctions/speaker is Steve Kelley/Stiletto Strut relay with men in stilettos. Glory Community, a 501c3, is building a residenial and business community for adults with developmental disabilities.
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Tuesday, April 20
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Wheat Ridge
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Boundaries- the Key to Healthy Relationships
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4251 Kipling St
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Boundaries are more than the ability to say, no. They mark the difference between where you end and I begin. When this is clear, we dont need to run away to get space, nor make demands because our expectations are unrealistic. Boundaries makes it possible to be friends without losing ourselves. On Tuesday April 20th, come to a free seminar to learn more about boundaries, helping you with empowerment and more enjoyable relationships.
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Thursday, April 22
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Estes Park
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Taste of Estes
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Estes Park Conference Center , 201 S St Vrain Ave
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Quota Club's annual dining extravaganza fund raiser featuring an edible showcase of Estes Park's finest restaurants highlighting their menu specialties.
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Saturday, April 24
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Boulder
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Boulder's First Annual Dandelion Festival
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Bandshell
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Music, speakers on the environment, family fun! Hear Brigitte Mars on Wild, Edible and Medicinal Plants of Boulder. Taste dandelion delights, get your face painted, create dandelion crowns. Learn to build a backyard garden and organic lawn. Vote for your favorite dandelion recipe as Boulder chefs battle in the Dandelion Cook-off. Join in supporting local vendors that provide safe, healthy products.
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Saturday, May 01
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Boulder
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Growing Gardens Community Plant Sale
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Growing Gardens Greenhouse-1630 Hawthorn Ave
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PLANT SALE!!! Organic veggies starts, Organic Heirloom tomatoes, Blooming annuals, Perennials, native plants, grasses, vines berries and water wise plants. 100% of the proceeds of this event support Growing Gardens' programs and efforts to cultivate community. Lectures on plant care and gardening will take place as well as expert gardeners on hand for advice.
Contact 303-443-9952 or visit our website at www.growinggardens.org
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Denver
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Fuzzy Scurry
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Washington Park
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Help the Dumb Friends League celebrate 100 years of helping pets and people by participating in the Furry Scurry! at 9 a.m. The event includes a two-mile walk and run for the animals, as well as demonstrations, contests and a flea-less market.
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Estes Park
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Estes Park Duck Race
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Begins at Nicky's Resort on Fall River. Ends in Riverside Pl
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Rotary Club's annual race for charity. Win prizes, enjoy non-stop parties and entertainment at both ends of the race. Grand prizes include travel to notable vacation destinations. The Duck Race is the largest general charitable fund drive for 62 charities and non-profit organizations in the Estes Valley. Duck Race tickets can be purchased ahead of time from Rotary Club members and participating non-profit organizations.
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Saturday, May 08
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Boulder
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Growing Gardens Community Plant Sale
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Growing Gardens Greenhouse-1630 Hawthorn Ave
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PLANT SALE!!! Organic veggies starts, Organic Heirloom tomatoes, Blooming annuals, Perennials, native plants, grasses, vines berries and water wise plants. 100% of the proceeds of this event support Growing Gardens' programs and efforts to cultivate community. Lectures on plant care and gardening will take place as well as expert gardeners on hand for advice.
Contact 303-443-9952 or visit our website at www.growinggardens.org
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Saturday, May 15
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Boulder
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NWF 5th annual Native Plant Sale.
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2260 Baseline Road (SW Corner of Baseline and Broadway)
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The National Wildlife Federation's Rocky Mountain Regional Center invites you to attend their 5th annual Native Plant Sale. Native plants are good for you and for wildlife! Native Plants will:* Help you meet your water budget.* Provide food for birds, butterflies and other pollinators. Come early for the best selection of native wildflowers, grasses and shrubs! 8am to 3pm For more information contact: 303-786-8001
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Growing Gardens Community Plant Sale
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Growing Gardens Greenhouse-1630 Hawthorn Ave
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PLANT SALE!!! Organic veggies starts, Organic Heirloom tomatoes, Blooming annuals, Perennials, native plants, grasses, vines berries and water wise plants. 100% of the proceeds of this event support Growing Gardens' programs and efforts to cultivate community. Lectures on plant care and gardening will take place as well as expert gardeners on hand for advice.
Contact 303-443-9952 or visit our website at www.growinggardens.org
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Attention Homes 3rd Annual Kaleidosscope
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Avalon Ballroom
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Please join us for an exciting evening that includes a silent & live auction, dinner prepared by Laudisio Italian Restaurant and musical entertainment by Deja Blu. Kaleidoscope is a fundraiser for teens living at Attention Homes. To purchase tickets or for more information call (303) 447-1206 x29
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Estes Park
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Parade of the Years
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Estes Park Senior Center, 220 Fourth St.
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25th annual Parade of the Years as Stanley Steamers and other vintage automobiles recreate the Big Thompson Canyon drive that brought the first tourists of the season to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park. The classic autos will be on exhibit in the parking lot of the Estes Park Senior Center on Sunday. Sponsored by the Estes Park Museum.
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Longmont
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3rd Annual Sweet Taste of Longmont
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The Radisson Conference Center
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This event is the Inn's major fundraising effort for the year. It's an evening of delicious dessert tastings from local restaurants and caterers, along with a live and silent auction, featuring items and services donated by hundreds of local and surrounding area businesses. The purchase of these auction items supports our ability to provide transitional housing, programs and services for the homeless.
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Lyons
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Lyons Outdoor Market
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Lyons
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An outdoor market featuring a variety of local, national and international art, music and food every Saturday from 10am to 3pm at 446 Main St.. on the way to Rocky Mtn. National Park and other high country activities! Market starts May 15th and runs every Saturday until October 9th.
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Tuesday, May 18
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Wheat Ridge
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Developing Habits for Motivation
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4251 Kipling St
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Stop wishing you had drive. Come learn some simple steps towards making motivation and intention part of your daily life. On May 18th, a free one-hour seminar will be offered to help you change wishes in to opportunities.
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Sunday, May 30
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Estes Park
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Estes Park Antique & Collectables Show
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Barn W -Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave.
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A collector's treasure trove of special finds available from more than 50 vendors.The Estes Park Antiques and Collectables Show is sponsored by Top Hands as a fund raiser for the Rooftop Rodeo.
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Monday, May 31
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Estes Park
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Estes Park Antique & Collectables Show
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Barn W -Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave.
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A collector's treasure trove of special finds available from more than 50 vendors.The Estes Park Antiques and Collectables Show is sponsored by Top Hands as a fund raiser for the Rooftop Rodeo.
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Sunday, June 06
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Boulder
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TNSS Summer Classes
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Thorne Ecological Institute
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Spend the summer catching frogs, getting muddy, biking down mountain trails, and exploring Colorados wild places with the Thorne Natural Science School! TNSS offers fun, hands-on environmental camps for children aged 3-15 in two stunning locations; Waterton Canyon in Littleton and Boulder. Kids will have a blast practicing important survival skills, exploring forests and streams, learning about local plants and animals, and getting their hands on tadpoles, crawfish, grasshoppers and more!
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Castle Rock
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Elephant Rock Cycling Festival
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Douglas County Fairgrounds
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Team Transplant is the American Transplant Foundation's charity cycling team for the 2010 Subaru Elephant Rock Ride! Team Transplant is a group of supporters, transplant recipients, living donors, and donor families who cycle seven, 25, 34, 62, or even 100 miles at Elephant Rock to raise awareness about organ and tissue donors.
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Monday, June 07
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Denver
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Summer Critter Camps 2010
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Denver Dumb Friends League
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Send your child to one of the Dumb Friends Leagues summer camps for a howling good time! During Critter Camp, 3rd-5th grade children will learn how to be safe around animals, as well as work with a variety of pets at the Quebec Street shelter. 6th -8th graders can attend Critter Career Camp, and explore careers in animal welfare. Experienced and enthusiastic staff, guest speakers and cuddly critters will help your child learn about animal welfare and responsibility.
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Wednesday, June 09
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Denver
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Colorado Environmental Coalition Rebel with a Cause Gala
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Seawell Ballroom, DCPA
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With more than 400 attendees, CECs Rebel with a Cause is one of the largest annual events for the environmental community in Colorado. This year's "Rebel" is Terry Tempest Williams, an author and passionate advocate for the preservation of the American Western wilderness. This event attracts supporters, elected officials, and community and business leaders from across the state. Our goal is to achieve a zero waste and carbon neutral event. Dinner Live and Silent Auction
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Thursday, June 10
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Estes Park
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Wool Market Seminars
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Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave.
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Two days of workshops for fiber and natural craft enthusiasts. Included are two-day sessions, one-day workshops and half-day learning sessions, covering everything from caning seats for chairs and spinning exotic fibers to creating variegated yarns using natural dye extracts. Registration is necessary.
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Saturday, June 12
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Estes Park
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Wool Market
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Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave.
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18th annual fiber festival with two days of exhibits, demonstrations, competitions and vendor booths
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Rocky Mountain Brewfest
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Estes Park Brewery,470 Prospect Village Dr.
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Taste some locally brewed beer, along with more than 15 other Colorado Craft Brewers. Live music and food.
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Sunday, June 13
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Estes Park
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Estes Park Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K/5K Race
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Estes Park Middle School , 1500 Brodie Ave.
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The highest paved marathon course in the world and one of the most scenic on a USATF certified course. The marathon and half-marathon start at 7 am, the 10K takes off at 8 am and the 5K race starts at 9 am.
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Wool Market
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Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave.
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18th annual fiber festival with two days of exhibits, demonstrations, competitions and vendor booths
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Saturday, June 26
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Estes Park
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Scandinavian Midsummer Festival
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Bond Park, In the center of downtown Estes Park
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Scandinavians celebrate the summer solstice - the longest day of the year - with a festival of music, flowers, and food in Estes Park the last weekend in June. Festivities begin on Saturday morning with the raising of the Maypole and a colorful opening ceremony. Entertainment by folk dance groups and Scandinavian musicians. Scandinavian food and crafts of all kinds available. All daytime activities of the festival are free and open to the public.
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Friday, July 02
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Estes Park
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Arabian Horse Show
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Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave
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The Arabian horse has a reputation for intelligence, spirit, and stamina. This breed of horse has a distinctive head shape and high tail carriage. Not only is the Arabian horse is one of the most easily recognizable horse breeds in the world, it is also one of the oldest horse breeds.
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Saturday, July 03
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Estes Park
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Arabian Horse Show
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Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave
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The Arabian horse has a reputation for intelligence, spirit, and stamina. This breed of horse has a distinctive head shape and high tail carriage. Not only is the Arabian horse is one of the most easily recognizable horse breeds in the world, it is also one of the oldest horse breeds.
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Sunday, July 04
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Estes Park
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Arabian Horse Show
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Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave
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The Arabian horse has a reputation for intelligence, spirit, and stamina. This breed of horse has a distinctive head shape and high tail carriage. Not only is the Arabian horse is one of the most easily recognizable horse breeds in the world, it is also one of the oldest horse breeds.
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July 4th Fireworks
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Over Lake Estes, Between Hwy 34 & Hwy 36
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One of Colorado's most brilliant fireworks displays can be seen throughout the Estes Park area. The explosive charges reach the sky above Lake Estes.
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Tuesday, July 06
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Estes Park
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Rooftop Rodeo
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Rodeo Arena Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave.
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Nominated in 2009 as the Outstanding Small Rodeo in the nation, the 2010 Rooftop Rodeo will kick off with a colorful parade at 10:30 am in downtown Estes Park. Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) cowboys compete in saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, tie-down roping, bareback bronc riding, barrel racing and bull riding. Midway activities begin at 5:30 pm with the rodeo starting at 7:30 pm.
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Wednesday, July 07
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Estes Park
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Rooftop Rodeo
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Rodeo Arena Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave.
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Nominated in 2009 as the Outstanding Small Rodeo in the nation, the 2010 Rooftop Rodeo features professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) cowboys competing in saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, tie-down roping, bareback bronc riding, barrel racing and bull riding. Midway activities begin at 5:30 pm with the rodeo starting at 7:30 pm.
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Sunday, July 11
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Estes Park
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Rooftop Rodeo
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Rodeo Arena Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave.
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Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) cowboys compete in saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, tie-down roping, bareback bronc riding, barrel racing and bull riding. Midway activities begin at 5:30 pm with the rodeo starting at 7:30 pm.
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Wednesday, July 21
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Estes Park
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Half Penny Horse Show
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Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave.
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From 8am until competitive events for the day have been completed
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Thursday, July 22
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Estes Park
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Half Penny Horse Show
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Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave.
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From 8am until competitive events for the day have been completed
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Friday, July 23
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Estes Park
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Copper Penny Horse Show
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Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave.
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From 8 am until competitive events for the day have been completed.
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Wednesday, July 28
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Estes Park
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Hunter Jumper Festival I Horse Show
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Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave.
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Hunter Jumper Horse Shows are held throughout the world. Competitions represent the hunter jumper disciplines while promoting the welfare of the horse and fairness in competition. Through August 8th
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Friday, August 20
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Estes Park
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Senior Professional Rodeo
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Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave.
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and Aug 21st.
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Dressage at the Peak Horse Show
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Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave.
at 08:00 AM
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Dressage - a French term meaning "training", is a style of horse instruction with competitions that range from amateur levels to the Olympics. Its fundamental purpose is to develop a horse's natural athletic ability and willingness to perform while maximizing its potential as a riding horse.
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Saturday, August 21
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Estes Park
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Dressage at the Peak Horse Show
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Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave.
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Dressage - a French term meaning "training", is a style of horse instruction with competitions that range from amateur levels to the Olympics. Its fundamental purpose is to develop a horse's natural athletic ability and willingness to perform while maximizing its potential as a riding horse.
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Heritage Festival
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Bond Park, In the center of downtown Estes Park
at 10:00 AM
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The Heritage Festival represents a celebration of the important history of Estes Park in a manner in which both citizens of the Valley and visitors of all ages can enjoy and participate in the goals of the festival.
Musical events on stage go through each day, surrounded by heritage demonstrations, crafts, a petting zoo, Stanley Steam car rides, wagon rides from MacGregor Ranch; all celebrating the history of the Estes Valley.
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Sunday, August 22
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Estes Park
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Dressage at the Peak Horse Show
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Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave.
at 08:00 AM
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Dressage - a French term meaning "training", is a style of horse instruction with competitions that range from amateur levels to the Olympics. Its fundamental purpose is to develop a horse's natural athletic ability and willingness to perform while maximizing its potential as a riding horse.
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Heritage Festival
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Bond Park, In the center of downtown Estes Park
at 10:00 AM
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The Heritage Festival represents a celebration of the important history of Estes Park in a manner in which both citizens of the Valley and visitors of all ages can enjoy and participate in the goals of the festival.
Musical events on stage go through each day, surrounded by heritage demonstrations, crafts, a petting zoo, Stanley Steam car rides, wagon rides from MacGregor Ranch; all celebrating the history of the Estes Valley.
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Thursday, September 09
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Estes Park
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Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival
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Stanley Park, US Hwy 36 & Community Drive
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Bagpipes & drums, Highland & Irish Dancing, Folk music, jousting, athletic and other competitions at the largest Scottish Festival in the West. 3 day event
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Sunday, September 26
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Estes Park
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Autumn Gold - A Festival of Bands, Brats 'n Beer
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Bond Park,In the center of downtown Estes Park
at 10:00 AM
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Hear great music and enjoy the treats. It's an annual event heralding golden sights and sounds from a series of bands.
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Saturday, October 02
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Estes Park
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Elk Fest
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Bond Park,In the center of downtown Estes Park
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A celebration of all things Wapiti, the American elk that calls Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park its home. Seminars, bugling contests, elk tours, a Mountain Man encampment, Native American music and dancing, and edible products from elk.
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Sunday, October 03
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Estes Park
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Elk Fest
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Bond Park,In the center of downtown Estes Park
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A celebration of all things Wapiti, the American elk that calls Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park its home. Seminars, bugling contests, elk tours, a Mountain Man encampment, Native American music and dancing, and edible products from elk.
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Saturday, October 09
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Estes Park
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Surprise Sidewalk Sale
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Downtown Estes Park, Elkhorn Ave. & Vicinity
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The fact that there's a sale isn't the surprise. It happens at the end of every summer season. The big surprise is what you'll find when you come.
Merchants set up tables on the sidewalks and offer special pricing on many items indoors as well.
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Sunday, October 10
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Estes Park
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Surprise Sidewalk Sale
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Downtown Estes Park, Elkhorn Ave. & Vicinity
at 10:00 AM
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The fact that there's a sale isn't the surprise. It happens at the end of every summer season. The big surprise is what you'll find when you come.
Merchants set up tables on the sidewalks and offer special pricing on many items indoors as well.
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Friday, November 26
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Estes Park
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Catch the Glow Holiday Celebration & Evening Parade
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Downtown Estes Park, Elkhorn Ave.
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An annual celebration to kick off the holiday season. Beginning at noon children will be able to visit with Santa, enjoy hay rides and pony rides and be entertained by characters and animals throughout the downtown area.
An early-evening lighted parade begins at 5:30 pm. All activities are free.
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