Month: June 2022

ideaLABs: Learn about 3D printing, creating games, producing videos for free

Mile High Mamas has been on the hunt for affordable and free entertainment for Denver families this summer.  And there’s nobody that does it better than the ideaLAB’s MakerCamp, a free opportunity for youth to do a deeper dive exploring specific projects and learn new skills, tools, or technology at various public library locations. What is an ideaLAB? ideaLABs are makerspaces: free community spaces to make things. Do you need to produce videos, create games, make music, or learn about electronics?  They aim to provide the tools and resources you need to make your projects happen. The tools available vary from lab to lab – please check the equipment and software lists to find the space that has what you need. The lab is free to anyone – no library card necessary...

Join the Avalanche Victory Parade and Rally in Denver!

The Colorado Avalanche have taken us on quite the journey this season and there’s nothing quite like the summit of being Stanley Cup champions!  Victory night was a huge party and that will continue on Thursday with the downtown Denver takeover!  Avalanche Victory Rally and Parade Details Grab the kids and head downtown on Thursday, June 30, 2022. The schedule: 9 a.m. The party gets started at Civic Center Park at 9 a.m. with live music. Video from the parade and clips from the Avalanche’s 2022 season will be projected for all to enjoy. 10 a.m. the Avs will parade from Union Station, at 17th and Wynkoop streets, down 17th Street to Broadway, and down Broadway to Civic Center Park for the massive rally. Catch them at the start and end or somewhere along the route. The r...

Deals: Avalanche Parade, 4th of July and More!

Woah! What a fun week full of celebrations we will have. The Avalanche Parade will be on Thursday and then all the fun of the 4th of July is this weekend and into early next week! Avalanche Parade. If you are looking for something fun to do which is FREE. What about celebrating our Stanley Cup Champions (yeah, it feels good to say that). The parade will start at Union Station and will make it’s way to Civic Center Park. The Parade is Thursday and starts at 10 a.m. YAY Avs! Get all the details here. Fireworks. There are a lot of fireworks displays throughout town like the usual 4th of July celebrations. My favorite one is the one at Clement Park. It normally takes place on the 3rd (so smart – since we stay out late and most of us get the 4th off). This year the event will tak...

Guide to Outdoor Family Movies in Denver

With inflation doing what it is this summer, I am more appreciative of the free events that we have all summer long. You can catch a free movie and make a picnic for the family with very little cost for a full night’s entertainment. Bring your blanket, folding chair or we had a good chuckle over this heated stadium bleacher seat with a folder portable chair and 5 reclining positions (it costs less than you might think; perhaps the perfect gift this summer, along with an awesome date night to see your favorite band?) In addition to these free movie options, there are also some great deals for discounted tickets at various theaters across town. Regal Cinemas has the Summer Movie Express for the first show of every Tuesday and Wednesday tickets are just $2 each. AMC Theaters. Enjoy first...

Xfinity Brings the Best Kids Content to On-the-Go Families this Summer

Summer is in full swing! It’s sometimes tricky being a parent as we juggle playdates, camps, screen time and, let’s face it, sheer exhaustion. For those times we all need a break–and those rare rainy days in Denver–Xfinity On Demand is THE premier destination with thousands of hours of family-friendly TV shows and films available on TV, online and through the Xfinity Stream App. And, unlike many streaming services that can sometimes feel like quantity over quality, Xfinity On Demand offers choices for all ages from every major kids network. Favorites like Nickelodeon, Disney, Sprout, Cartoon Network, PBS Kids and more, plus top shows including Dora the Explorer, Angry Birds, Sofia the First, Phineas and Ferb, Sid the Science Kid, the Chica Show and Pajanimals are staples of the Xfinity kid...

Denver’s Darling BookBar Publishes Children’s Book: Signings This Weekend!

When Nicole Sullivan opened BookBar on northwest Denver’s Tennyson street in 2013, she couldn’t have anticipated what would follow: in 2020 the launch of BookGive, a nonprofit that distributes books in Denver, and then the founding of BookBar Press, an indie press to publish books, and, most recently, in late 2021, the purchase of the beloved children’s bookstore, The Bookies, after the passing of founder and owner Sue Lubeck. And now another new direction for the BookBar brand: BookBar Press has just released its very first children’s book, a funny middle-grade read for ages 8-12 called Ginger Mancino, Kid Comedian by Wendi Aarons. Ginger Mancino, Kid Comedian is the story of a 12-year-old girl comedian who is forced to retire from professional comedy and live a regular life for the first...

Denver’s best family-friendly summer festivals 2022

Summer in Denver is in full swing and so are the many family-friendly festivals in the Mile High City including a Unicorn Festival, taco tasting for taco lovers, the Colorado Renaissance Festival and more! Don’t miss these fantastic events that include arts, entertainment, food and more.  Also, don’t miss our Summer Activity Guide with 250+ ideas, Denver Free Days to our area museums and Denver Playgrounds & Parks: A guide to the best play areas in metro Denver.  Colorado Shakespeare Festival WHEN: Thru Aug. 7, 2022 WHERE: University of Colorado, Boulder For more than 60 seasons, the Colorado Shakespeare Festival has delighted audiences with classic theatre under the stars. This year’s season includes “Two Gentlemen of Verona,” “All’s...

It’s a Summer of Adventure at the Denver Public Library!

A summer of adventure…and the library?   That’s right! The Denver Public Library has kicked off its annual Summer of Adventure program for youth. Summer of Adventure helps to improve children’s literacy and learning skills through activities, entertainment, and incentives all summer long.    All youth from birth to 12th grade can participate in the program. Participants can read, make or explore and complete activities in an Adventure Guide to finish the program. Upon completion, participants receive a prize after July 1. Participants will also be entered to win gift cards to local businesses or family passes to local cultural institutions.  Also, if you’re looking for other summer fun, don’t miss Denver’s best outdoor concerts, as well as ...

Get free access to Denver’s pools, cultural facilities and rec centers with MY Denver Card

With the current (hopefully temporary) state of inflation in the nation, summer 2022 is shaping up to be really expensive. But it doesn’t have to be that way! the MY Denver Card is your library and recreation card all in one! Also, don’t miss Denver Free Days for 2022 and learn more about the library’s free Adventure and Exploration Passes and scroll to the bottom for even more ideas. MY Denver Card Youth, ages 5 – 18, can have a key to the city with a MY Denver Card in hand! Youth will get free access to recreation centers, swimming pools and various cultural facilities where they can participate in healthy, safe and fun activities afterschool, during school and summer breaks, and on the weekends. Recreation Centers for Arts, Education, Sports and Swimming Car...

Deals: Free Stanley Cup Watch Party, National Smoothie Day & More!

I recently discovered new undergarments/loungewear company that I have literally fallen in love with – Boody (Get $15 off your first purchase using this link)! I have tried their underwear and bra. The comfort is AWESOME. I can’t wait to get some of the loungewear (Happy Birthday to myself). The fabric is so soft – it’s made of bamboo! Plus, it is good for the environment and it is a B Corp certified company. (B Corp is a really hard designation to get – but it basically says that you are excellent in workers’ rights, community, environment and customers with ethical and sustainable practices). They have women’s, men’s, maternity and baby products.  Free Stanley Cup Watch Party. Even though the Avalanche are at two away games – you can still feel the excitement of being among ot...

Throw a trampoline dance party with these disco lights and sprinkler!

Nothing says summertime quite like those long, fun days playing on the trampoline. Games, sprinklers, competitions–they’re all a part of our best childhood memories. Best Trampoline Lights and Sound System But once it gets dark outside, why not take your summer fun to the next level with Thrillzoo’s trampoline lights that play music so your kids can have a disco party on the trampoline?! That’s right. Thrillzoo’s Trampoline Lights include a Bluetooth Speaker, Disco Ball, Music. Safe Trampoline Lights, Toys, Trampoline Accessories for Summer Fun. Trampoline Games. They fit 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16-foot trampolines and the inexpensive cost will surprise you! The extra-long, 40 ft cord gives you plenty of room to work with, fits any trampoline net height, and ...

First glimpse at Tom Hanks in Disney’s newest live-action remake!

One of the many great things to come out of Disney+ is the many reimagined classics we’ve all grown to love.  Now, Disney’s live-action reimagining of “Pinocchio” is headed our way this fall, and we finally have a glimpse of what’s to come from the magical tale. On May 31, Disney debuted the first teaser for the forthcoming film (not to be confused with Guillermo del Toro’s stop-motion adaptation set to hit the streamer in December) with Tom Hanks completely transformed into the infamous Pinocchio woodcarver Geppetto. The short clip showcases many of our iconic favorites including “Star light, star bright, first star I see tonight” from the original 1940 movie (yes, it’s that old!) The trailer also tea...

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