There are so many things to do this time of year that are so much fun and most of them don’t cost anything (or much).  (Plus, I have to sneak in a Happy Birthday to my son Dalton who will be 11 on the 11th! – so, I have birthday plans this weekend!)

Ice Skating

The Rink at Skyline park is FREE  (Skate rental is available at a minimal cost).  Belmar (in Lakewood) offers Date & Skate night on Tuesdays through the month, pick up your coupon at the Belmar information center which entitles you to two-for-one skating and dining at participating restaurants.

Georgetown Christmas Market
Celebrate 50 years of an Old World Christmas in quaint Georgetown. The marvelous outdoor European-inspired Market features handcrafted gifts, horse-drawn wagon rides, carolers, roasted chestnuts, appearances by St. Nicholas in his traditional robes, and the Santa Lucia Children’s Procession.

Les Deux Rousses
Marta Burton and Marnie Ward, who both just happen to belt a tune like nobody’s business, are teaming up for a concert at the Denver Public Library’s central branch that will warm anyone up whatever the weather. Sampling a wide-range of musical styles and origins (from standards to Celtic), on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.  This performance will include lovely duets and special solo numbers from each of these unique performers.

TubaChristmas
Hundreds of tuba players play holiday classics at the annual TubaChristmas Concert in Skyline Park (Arapahoe and 16th) on Sunday, Dec. 12 at 1 p.m.

Awesome Deal on Childcare

Live near Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree, Centennial or Littleton? You won’t want to miss this deal from Green Box Top: For only $35 you get 10 hours of drop-in childcare at Club4Kids on County Line and Holly near Park Meadows Mall. This is perfect if you need to get some holiday shopping done. and the deal is available until Monday, Dec. 13. Valid for kids 12 and under.

Avalanche Tickets from Key Bank

How about 2 FREE Avalanche Tickets and a FREE SIGNED Jersey?  Only a another week (through Dec 15th), Key Bank is offering its new customers two tickets and a signed Jersey.  The Jersey comes 90 days after qualifying (you have to open an account and have direct deposit) but you get the tickets the day you sign up. It’s the perfect way to get a great stocking stuffer for somebody at no cost, with a signed jersey just in time for Father’s Day.  Two AWESOME gifts for no money … How’s That For A Deal? 

Lifetime Fitness

The ginormous building that is the Lifetime Fitness in Centennial (off Dry Creek & Colorado) will host a VIP night on Thursday, December 9.  The behemoth of a building includes a climing wall, indoor/outdoor pools, and more.  But what is cooler – is that there are great fitness programs for kids!  I am told there will be programs from soccer, cheerleading, basketball and more! 

J.C. Penney

Keep your eyes peeled for the coupons in the mail! I received a flyer for JC Penney that I almost threw away.  It was get $10 off when you make a purchase of $10 or more.  So yes, I got something that was $10 for just the 67 cents it cost me for tax!  Make sure you read the details on the coupons you get in the mail!

Come Back Santa

The elves at ComeBackSanta.com tell me that they will offer MileHighMamas a special price, only $3.25!!!  Make sure you get those precious letters back!  It’s simple: have your kids write their letter, address it to: Santa. P.O. Box 2525, Evergreen, CO 80437 (visit the website for the payment info) Plus, the money goes to support families in need. 

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