My husband and I are celebrating 18 years of wedded bliss on February 15. Before we were married, I told him our anniversary, Valentine’s Day and my birthday (all of which fall within a week of each other) are three separate and distinct occasions and should be celebrated as such. Yeah, right. I now have […]

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and who else feels like they need a lot of extra love this year? Since sharing food items might be a bit more frowned upon than usual, we’ve rounded up 20 fun non-candy ideas for your kids to share with their friends. 1. Sports Bouncy Balls (Gluesticks and Gumdrops) 2. Paper […]

If your family is anything like ours, Christmas morning is chaotic and the last thing I want to do is worry about breakfast. That’s why these egg nog streusel muffins are perfectly festive and you can make them ahead of time to enjoy them right when you need them.  Egg Nog Streusel Muffins Muffins 4 […]

Here are some great ideas for celebrating New Year’s Eve in Denver. For more New Year’s Eve activities, see our event calendar.  THE MILE HIGH TREE WHEN: Thru Jan. 2, 2021 (5-9:30 p.m. on most Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays; and 5-8 p.m. on some Sundays) WHERE: 16th Street Mall at Welton Street Join in the free festivities at this festive holiday attraction, […]

We all want to support our favorite independent bars and restaurants during these unprecedented times of pandemic restrictions and closures. But it can be tough to know exactly how to help (besides, you know, ordering excessive amounts of takeout and tipping large). Well, it is now easier to lend a hand, thanks to the recent release of […]

There are two flavors that rock my world during the Christmas season: gingerbread and eggnog. So, why not marry the two?  These cookies are so tasty and fun to make. This is also our favorite recipe for gingerbread men.  Gingerbread Thumbprint Cookies with Cream Cheese Eggnog Filling Dough 3/4 cup butter 1 cup sugar 1/4 […]

Downtown Boulder and the City of Boulder Parks and Recreation department have partnered to create a self-guided holiday lighting tour that’s perfect for the entire family.  Take in the sites and lights throughout downtown Boulder and the Civic Area this season with beautiful lighting displays planned throughout the district from November 22, 2020 through January 10, 2021.  […]

Larimer Square is your Hometown for the Holidays. Come experience the season on Larimer Square like never before! Holiday Display & Family Christmas Tree Lot – Christmas Tree Lot & Holiday Display: Family Christmas Trees is honored to bring the freshest and fullest Christmas trees to Larimer Square this holiday season. Open Wednesday – Sunday from 11 […]

Have you been touched by the holiday spirit yet? Don’t miss our Guide to the Holidays in Denver including the best professional light displays, Christmas markets and events.  But how can you find the coolest light shows in your neighborhood? Show your fellow Coloradans the best lights in your neighborhood by uploading them to the […]

Hanukkah is an eight-day Jewish holiday that celebrates religious freedom. This year Hanukah begins on the evening of Thursday, December 10- Friday, December 18. Hanukkah is celebrated in the wintertime, near or around Christmas. Though the proximate occurrence of the two holidays is coincidental, it is interesting in that the story of Hanukkah raises questions […]