Mama Drama: Potty Training On The Go
September 3, 2010 – 7:00 am | No Comment

Dear Mama Drama:
My two year old is potty training and has moved into wearing “big girl panties.” I am freaked out about taking her out of the house because I’m afraid she’ll have an accident and will become too discouraged. How can I take her out and help her to be successful?
~ Stuck in the [...]

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The biggest, baddest Fourth of July round-up in Colorado!
July 3, 2010 – 6:45 am | Comments Off
The biggest, baddest Fourth of July round-up in Colorado!

Fourth of July events in Colorado
Arvada’s “Celebration of the Spirit of America”
July 4: Festivities begin at 3 p.m. with a classic-car show, live music, a military display, children’s activities, booths and games, refreshments and more followed by a fireworks display at 9 p.m. Lutz/Stenger Sports Complex, 10664 W. 58th Ave., 720-898-7400, arvadafestivals.com
Aurora’s “4th of July [...]

Weekly Event Round-up: Heritage Square’s “Unbelievable” magic, kid’s parade and more!
June 30, 2010 – 12:55 pm | Comments Off
Weekly Event Round-up: Heritage Square’s “Unbelievable” magic, kid’s parade and more!

Friday-Sunday. Ski season’s long gone, but Copper Mountain will be hopping for a “3 Ring Weekend.” The three-day event combines family friendly fun with an ecological message. The party starts Friday with a concert by Rojos Calientes at West Lake, followed by an outdoor screening of “Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs.” Saturday begins with [...]

FamilyFun Craft Ideas for the 4th of July!
June 26, 2010 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
FamilyFun Craft Ideas for the 4th of July!

It’s almost time to celebrate our nation’s birth! Check out these great 4th of July activities from Disney FamilyFun magazine.
* Confetti Launcher: Fireworks happen only after dark, but this craft creates a pop of color any time of day. Kids pull back on the string to release a shower of tissue [...]

Mile High Mamas Memorial Day Wishes
May 31, 2010 – 6:00 am | Comments Off
Mile High Mamas Memorial Day Wishes

As you enjoy your Memorial Day with family and friends….
Just take a moment to remember what it is all about.
Love,
The Mamas

Weekly Event Round-up: Denver Day of Rock, Boulder Creek Festival and More!
May 26, 2010 – 11:54 am | Comments Off
Weekly Event Round-up: Denver Day of Rock, Boulder Creek Festival and More!

Saturday. Salute the nation’s fallen servicemen and women at the Denver Memorial Day parade. A tradition for more than 80 years, the parade includes military personnel and veterans marching through downtown Denver. All branches of the service are represented. The parade is sponsored by the Denver United Veterans’ Council, Denver County Veteran Services Office and [...]

Weekly Event Round-up: Cinco de Mayo, Colorado Chocolate Festival and More!
May 5, 2010 – 11:57 am | Comments Off
Weekly Event Round-up: Cinco de Mayo, Colorado Chocolate Festival and More!

Saturday-Sunday. If there’s one Cinco de Mayo party to hit this week, it’s the 23rd annual “Celebrate Culture” festival at Civic Center Park. The huge fiesta runs all weekend, packing the park with food, entertainment and shopping. Three stages of entertainment will be running each day, featuring a variety of live acts from rock bands [...]

Green Reading List for Children of All Ages This Earth Day
April 22, 2010 – 7:00 am | No Comment
Green Reading List for Children of All Ages This Earth Day

Want to instill a healthy pro-environment mentality in your children? Check out this Green Reading List from the National Environmental Education Foundation, which includes a fantastic selection of new and classic books for all ages.
Elementary School:
The Berenstain Bears Don’t Pollute (Anymore) by Stan & Jan Berenstain
The Lorax by Dr. Seuss
Where There Once Was a Wood [...]