The Art of Growing…and Murdering Butterflies
March 15, 2010 – 7:00 am | 7 Comments

My daughter Hadley’s butterfly obsession began last summer when my parents bought her a butterfly net and book.
She was not quick enough to capture even one.
That’s why I wasn’t too surprised when she announced she …

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Weekly Event Round-up: Chautauqua’s Nature Kids Event, Buffalo Bill’s Birthday and More!
February 24, 2010 – 11:08 am | Comments Off
Weekly Event Round-up: Chautauqua’s Nature Kids Event, Buffalo Bill’s Birthday and More!

Monday. Young musicians play with the pros at the Littleton Youth Symphony’s “Side by Side” concert. Joined by the Colorado Chamber Orchestra and conducted by Thomas Blomster, the LYS presents an eclectic concert of classic …

Gunfire hits 2 kids at Deer Creek Middle School in Littleton
February 24, 2010 – 7:35 am | Comments Off
Gunfire hits 2 kids at Deer Creek Middle School in Littleton

The scene unfolded Tuesday afternoon with shocking familiarity — a shooting outside a Jefferson County school, wounded students, heroic teachers, frantic parents.
When it was over, a man with a history of mental problems was in …

Trying not to be too ready
February 24, 2010 – 7:00 am | 6 Comments
Trying not to be too ready

Guest Blogger Gwen is expecting…for the second time. And once again, no baby bump or stretch-marks will grace her with their pending bambino. Step inside their world of growing a family through adoption. Follow along …

Small Resort, Big Fun! Win a 4-pack of tickets to ski Powderhorn!
February 22, 2010 – 12:31 pm | One Comment
Small Resort, Big Fun! Win a 4-pack of tickets to ski Powderhorn!

Guest blogger Sara’s writing can be found at Lunacy.  Here she is sledding with her son outside the condo at Powderhorn.  Check out her review and don’t forget to enter for a chance to win …

The Children’s Hospital Answers Parents’ Heart Questions
February 19, 2010 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
The Children’s Hospital Answers Parents’ Heart Questions

Every month, we’ll be featuring a Q & A from Children’s Hospital on a different health topic, as it relates to you or your children. This month’s topic is all about the heart!
How does the …

Weekly Event Round-up: Schoolhouse Rock Live, a Sock Hop and More!
February 17, 2010 – 12:30 pm | Comments Off
Weekly Event Round-up: Schoolhouse Rock Live, a Sock Hop and More!

Ongoing. Journey to the Middle East in “Arabia,” the latest IMAX spectacle at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Opening Friday, the film explores the region’s long human history and often-harsh geography. From a …

Alice’s 36 Hours for Kids Radiothon – Children’s Miracle Network
February 17, 2010 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
Alice’s 36 Hours for Kids Radiothon – Children’s Miracle Network

On February 17-19, 2010, Denver listeners will again be captivated and moved by the incredible stories of hope and triumph that will be featured on Alice 105.9. For three days, Alice will break from their …