My son turned 16 this past weekend. (He’s not driving just yet – he will take the test in about a month). I always thought 16 was a monumental birthday and had plans for making his special. He says it is just any old birthday and doesn’t understand the hub-bub. I think this really was his excuse to just to something with friends and not be with mom. So I ask you, what are monumental birthdays in your mind? Do you start making plans when your kids are babies to do something special at 13, buy them a car at 16, take them to Vegas when they turn 21 or is that just me? (So far I’m 1 for two – he didn’t get a car!)
Outlets at Castle Rock. Still need to fit in some Christmas shopping? Don’t miss the Outlets at Castle Rock’s Last Chance Sale Dec. 20-24. With awesome discounts from Justice, Carter’s, Tommy Hilfiger, Famous Footwear, Columbia, Asics and more, there’s something for everyone. Details here: http://www.outletsatcastlerock.com/sales
Gigi’s Cupcakes. Celebrate National Cupcake Day on Tuesday, December 15 – get any one of their six best loved gourmet cupcakes for just $2.50 each. Wedding Cake, Scarlett’s Red Velvet, Triple Chocolate Torte, White Midnight Magic, Midnight Magic and Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough.
Clothes Mentor. Now until Dec. 24th Clothes Mentor in Park Meadows is having a huge sale! An additional 30% OFF all Red marked items! Also, for every $25 gift card purchased, $5 will be given as Clothes Mentor bucks!
Portable North Pole. Make FREE Christmas magic for your loved ones with a personalized video from Santa. You can delight your loved ones with a bespoke video greeting where Santa will say their name, show photos of them in his magical book, mention their good deeds and more. https://www.portablenorthpole.com/en/
Peet’s Coffee. Grab a Holiday beverage *(Spiced Hot Tea Cider and hot, iced, or blended Salted Caramel Macchiato, Peppermint Mocha, Peppermint Cocoa, Cinnamon Hazelnut Latte, Eggnog Latte, and Pumpkin Latte) at Peet’s Coffee & Tea for 50% off after 12 noon through December 23. You will need to print or show this coupon. Have a Festive Afternoon!
Sunlight Mountain Demo. This weekend Sunlight Mountain Resort offers skiers and riders a free test-drive of the latest equipment by Volkl, K2, Salomon, Line, Never Summer, and Meiers Skis, the official ski of Sunlight Mountain made in Glenwood Springs. Demo Days will be Dec. 19-20. With so many different brands and new styles of skis and snowboards, it’s never been more important to try before you buy. Plus, Sunlight Ski & Bike (309 9th Street in downtown Glenwood Springs) will be offering 20% off all 2015/16 skis and snowboards while supplies last.
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Winter on the Mountain. Now until Feb. 28, 2016, Winter on the Mountain is being celebrated every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park. Enjoy 500,000 lights with 35 miles of light strings adorn the park, making it one of the largest holiday light displays in Western Colorado! With lighted winter caves, Winter Wipeout 4D movie, firepits for s’mores, Santa, lighted Alpine Coaster tracks and a lighted Zip Ride–winter adds a new dimension of fun. Mile High Mamas exclusive deal: Get 50% off your Winter Funday pass with our code MHMAMA15. http://glenwoodcaverns.com/winter-on-mountain.html
Last Minute Party. Holiday parties are upon us and if you are looking for a last–minute party platter in a pinch look to Tokyo Joe’s locations to help the host. Their holiday party platter includes a 40 piece California roll sushi and 12 chicken skewers with peanut sauce, $35 per platter. These can be changed up with edamame, lettuce wraps and spring rolls, additional charges may apply. Just call your local Tokyo Joe’s, give 24 hours notice and your platter will be ready to entertain your guests. For more information, visit www.tokyojoes.com.
Free Holiday Events. The holidays have arrived! Go here for all our event listings and don’t miss Denver’s top ongoing holiday events and light displays.
YMCA Needs Basic Necessity Items to Help Families In Need. YMCA of Metro Denver is collecting basic necessity items for its annual holiday drive. Donations are given to vulnerable families and children served by YMCA Community Programs Branch. Through Y Neighbors, a safety-net program designed to protect children and stabilize families, YMCA provides basic necessities and school supplies to families and children that need a helping hand. YMCA of Metro Denver is collecting basic necessity items including soap, toilet paper, diapers, wipes, toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo and lotion. Bus tickets for medical appointments and job searches are also needed. Donations can be dropped off at any YMCA of Metro Denver location and cash donations can be made online at www.DenverYMCA.org throughout December and into the new year.
Panera Bread. On these cold days of December a great deal like the 99-cent coffee with purchase offered at Panera (11 a.m. to close) is a great deal to keep you warm!
Liftopia. With 10 shopping days to go until Christmas, there’s still time to give family and friends a gift they’ll actually enjoy = the gift of ski, promising adventure, fresh mountain air, and powder days. Who wouldn’t want that? Liftopia, the largest online and mobile marketplace for lift tickets and other mountain activities, offers two ways to give the gift of ski this holiday season: 1. Purchase date-specific tickets or 2. Purchase a gift card! Liftopia partner resorts offer some of the biggest discounts of the season on lift tickets, in some instances up to 85% off window rates when purchased online and in advance.
Winter Ski Directory. We’re thrilled to launch the Colorado Family Ski/Ride Directory that focuses exclusively on families–from daily lift ticket prices to the cost of childcare to where to get the best deals….all in one convenient place so you can compare and contrast.
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Kids Eat Free Mile High Mamas has rounded up a huge listing of local restaurants where kids eat free or for a discount with a paying adult.
Author: Gretchen
Gretchen loves to be outdoors! She is addicted to coupons and finding the best deals or entering sweepstakes (one day she will win something really great!)
