My son will be a senior in high school this year. I get that this is a once in a lifetime moment and I am both excited and wistful for him already. Being on the top of the school food chain, playing that last season of football, going to the last dance. I am however, somewhat surprised at how many of my own emotions are wrapped up into it. I want to capture this moment with his senior pictures. However, I have not recently won the lottery nor do I have plans to knock over a bank to try to pay for them. Do parents still do this rite? Do kids still hand out senior pictures or are they things that eventually end up collecting dust at the bottom of a well-intentioned aunt’s drawer? Do we take the EXPENSIVE pictures anyway?
Chick-Fil-A. Cow Appreciation day is Tuesday, July 11. Customers nationwide can receive a FREE entrée wearing any kind of cow attire–head to hoof or sporting a cow spot. Kids will be treated to a kid’s meal. Visit www.CowAppreciationDay.com to prepare for the occasion. I do honestly appreciate cows but I sure appreciate a free Chick-Fil-A more.
7-Eleven Day. Since it is 7/11, stop by 7-Eleven between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. for a free small frozen Slurpee.
Krispy Kreme. In honor of Krispy Kreme’s 80th years of the original glazed donut, on Friday, July 14 when you buy a dozen you get a dozen for just 80 cents! Now, who’s buying me donuts?
History Colorado Center. Free Kid Saturdays. General Admission to the History Colorado Center is FREE for kids 18 and under EVERY SATURDAY during the months of June, July and August 2017! Plus, other History Colorado Community Museums statewide will be FREE for kids 18 and under every day from Memorial Day – Labor Day. Kids Free Saturdays at the History Colorado Center are made possible through the generous support of Joan Prusse and Bob Musgraves.
Early Literacy Fair. As a kid one of my favorite things to do was sit outside under a tree with a fantastic book (Hello Little House on the Prairie series). ThisSaturday, July 15 from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. Broomfield Public Library will host this FREE event geared toward kids newborn to 5 years old (with attending adult) with over 30 hands-on activities encouraging for the love of a book!
The Arapahoe County Fair Discount. There’s Fair Fun for Everyone at the Arapahoe County Fair July 27-30. Get online discount tickets now for only $10. It’s fun for the whole herd – UNLIMITED carnival rides, two nights of fireworks, concerts, truck and tractor pulls, high-flying dog shows, barnyard friends, heritage activities, kids corral and more. Hosted at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds and Park, 25690 E. Quincy Ave., Aurora 80016. BUY your tickets today at arapahoecountyfair.com.
Summerfest. Appropriately named – summer is the season of festivals. This one, the 38th Annual Summerfest is a family friendly festival of arts, crafts, music and of course…beer! It is held at Buchanan Park in Evergreen. July 15 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m and Sunday, July 16 from 10 am. To 5 p.m. The festival is $5 for adults and children are free.
Pearl Street Arts Fest. A celebration of visual art in Downtown Boulder, the Pearl Street Arts Fest includes a variety of art, from whimsical and modern sculptures to traditional watercolors, oils & more. The result is a beautiful outdoor gallery nestled in the heart of Boulder on the one-and-only Pearl Street Mall. In addition to some amazing art on display/sale there is an Open Studios Mobile Art Lab bringing art instruction to students of all ages.
Lavender Festival. The Lavender Festival at Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield celebrates all things lavender. Saturday, July 15 participate in educational programs, tours, buy and taste lavender in all varieties.
Colorado Irish Festival. The Irish festival at Clement Park in Littleton this weekend (July 14-16) celebrates all that is Irish culture. Tickets are $11. Students 11-18 are discounted to $9 and kids 10 and under are free.
Amazon Prime Day. Tuesday, July 11 is Christmas in July. At least it is that for Amazon Prime Members (they do have a 30 day trial that is free to new members – just don’t forget to cancel after those 30 days or it will be $99/year). There are so many deals I can’t list them all here – from electronics, to home supplies to computers to games and more!
JeffCo Fair & Festival. The fun event at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds will be back again this August (and makes an awesome gift for dad). Fun concerts all weekend, 4-H exhibits, rodeo, tons of special events and vendors. This is one you don’t want to miss! Get your tickets now. For more information visit:http://www.celebratejeffco.com/
Concerts and Movies. Don’t forget to check our listings of free concerts and movies all summer long.
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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!)
