From an email from Bren Frisch of Sunflower Farms:
"We are moving onto winter quarter at the Sunflower Farm SproutHouse
Classes are almost full! Don’t hesitate.
Ages: 2-6+
Choose one class per week or several.
M, W, F 9-1 pm —— $52
M, W, F 1:30 to 4:00 —— $25
T/TH 9-2:30 —— $68
This is an early childhood outdoor nature program. We connect children to nature and animals through synergy while cultivating creativity and risk taking in a small group setting. Even on cold days we bundle up and walk the farm, feed animals, build snowmen, collect eggs, climb the giant tree house, catch toads or follow bugs. Inside activities include books, puzzles, blocks and our large recycled creative art building where children choose from painting, woodworking, sculpting, fabric art, sensory materials and more! Parents are welcome to stay or drop-off.
Sunflower Farm
11150 Prospect Rd.
Longmont, CO 80504
303-774-8001
www.sunflowerfarminfo.com"
We love this program and highly recommend it!
Friday, October 30, 2009
November Rope World
Rope World is part of the PE program at Rocky Mountain Elementary and several times throughout the year they open it up to the public. There are lots of ropes to climb, swing from, and crawl over and kids love it! Here's the schedule for November - http://ropeworldfun.wordpress.com/calendar/. This is such a fun and relatively cheap way to spend an hour!
They also host birthday parties, this time on Saturday November 7th, which you can schedule by calling 303-772-8402 between 8 am and 7 pm.
Birthday Party Fee: $4.00 each child (minimum $60, $30 non-refundable deposit required)
Rocky Mountain Elementary is located at 800 East 5th Ave. which is just West of Pace on 5th Ave. See you there!
They also host birthday parties, this time on Saturday November 7th, which you can schedule by calling 303-772-8402 between 8 am and 7 pm.
Birthday Party Fee: $4.00 each child (minimum $60, $30 non-refundable deposit required)
Rocky Mountain Elementary is located at 800 East 5th Ave. which is just West of Pace on 5th Ave. See you there!
Thursday, October 29, 2009
BOO it's Halloween!
Oh poor neglected LongmontMom blog. Anyone know where I can find a few more hours in the day? :)
Anyway...
Halloween is Saturday! Looking for fun stuff to do in and around Longmont? Great! Here's what I know:
Longmont Halloween Parade - Line up at 9:30 at Roosevelt Park and then parade your adorable costumes down Main Street. Follow that up with Trick or Treating at the shops along Main and it's a perfect way to spend Halloween morning! Here's a link to the parade route in case you feel like watching instead of walking!
Dia de los Muertos - The Longmont Museum and Cultural Center hosts it's annual Day of the Dead Celebration on Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm. From their website: "Music, dancing, singing, sugar skull decorating, traditional food, community altars, paper flower making, Día de los Muertos tattoos, and more. Free Admission.
Safe Halloween Night at the Longmont Recreation Center - Visit the Rec Center from 6 to 8:30 pm Saturday for carnival games and boat rides in the pool. This one is best for kids 10 and under.
And an outside of Longmont event? The Munchkin Masquerade, Trick or Treating down Pearl Street in Boulder, has been postponed to Sunday, November 1st, from 1 to 4 pm. More than 60 stores will have candy and activities! Get a map at the Daily Camera parking lot (10th and Pearl) before heading out.
Have a safe and happy Halloween!
Anyway...
Halloween is Saturday! Looking for fun stuff to do in and around Longmont? Great! Here's what I know:
Longmont Halloween Parade - Line up at 9:30 at Roosevelt Park and then parade your adorable costumes down Main Street. Follow that up with Trick or Treating at the shops along Main and it's a perfect way to spend Halloween morning! Here's a link to the parade route in case you feel like watching instead of walking!
Dia de los Muertos - The Longmont Museum and Cultural Center hosts it's annual Day of the Dead Celebration on Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm. From their website: "Music, dancing, singing, sugar skull decorating, traditional food, community altars, paper flower making, Día de los Muertos tattoos, and more. Free Admission.
Courtyard Entertainment
11:30 am –12:30 pm......Kalpulli Mitotilitztli Aztec Dance Group
1 – 1:45 pm....................Canciones de Mi Tierra and Coro San Juan
2 – 2:45 pm....................Alternatives for Youth Folklorico Dancers"
Safe Halloween Night at the Longmont Recreation Center - Visit the Rec Center from 6 to 8:30 pm Saturday for carnival games and boat rides in the pool. This one is best for kids 10 and under.
And an outside of Longmont event? The Munchkin Masquerade, Trick or Treating down Pearl Street in Boulder, has been postponed to Sunday, November 1st, from 1 to 4 pm. More than 60 stores will have candy and activities! Get a map at the Daily Camera parking lot (10th and Pearl) before heading out.
Have a safe and happy Halloween!
Friday, August 14, 2009
Longmont Fire Muster on Saturday
Just found out about this fun event happening tomorrow and you can bet our family will be there!
Longmont Fire Dept turns 100 years old and is 'mustering' up a parade and party this weekend!
The City of Longmont's Fire Dept is celebrating by throwing a "muster" this weekend to celebrate the 100th anniversary of it's great fire department and lots of fire trucks (old and new) will be on display. A parade and open house will be held.
Schedule for the Longmont Fire Muster this weekend, Saturday August 15th:
PARADE - 9am - Main Street south from Longs Peak to 3rd Avenue.
TERRY STREET STATION OPEN HOUSE - 1:00pm - 3:00pm - Longmont's newest fire station. While preserving many pieces of Longmont history, the use of alternative energy and resource conservation features were a priority in constructing this building. The new station is home to a three-person engine crew, a four-person ladder crew, a two-person ambulance, and the on-duty chief officer.
FIRE BLOCK - 10am-2pm - Fire safety education on 4th between Main and Coffman. Vehicles from parade set up on Coffman between 4th and 6th. Fire department demonstrations at 4th/Coffman:
10:00am - Repelling Demonstration
10:30am - Steam Engine Display
11:00am - Fire Sprinkler System Demonstration
11:30am - Bomb Trailer Demo
12:00pm - Vehicle Extrication Demonstration
12:30pm - Steam Engine Display
1:00 pm - Bucket Brigade
For more info, go to:
http://www.ci.longmont.co.us/fire/
Longmont Fire Dept turns 100 years old and is 'mustering' up a parade and party this weekend!
The City of Longmont's Fire Dept is celebrating by throwing a "muster" this weekend to celebrate the 100th anniversary of it's great fire department and lots of fire trucks (old and new) will be on display. A parade and open house will be held.
Schedule for the Longmont Fire Muster this weekend, Saturday August 15th:
PARADE - 9am - Main Street south from Longs Peak to 3rd Avenue.
TERRY STREET STATION OPEN HOUSE - 1:00pm - 3:00pm - Longmont's newest fire station. While preserving many pieces of Longmont history, the use of alternative energy and resource conservation features were a priority in constructing this building. The new station is home to a three-person engine crew, a four-person ladder crew, a two-person ambulance, and the on-duty chief officer.
FIRE BLOCK - 10am-2pm - Fire safety education on 4th between Main and Coffman. Vehicles from parade set up on Coffman between 4th and 6th. Fire department demonstrations at 4th/Coffman:
10:00am - Repelling Demonstration
10:30am - Steam Engine Display
11:00am - Fire Sprinkler System Demonstration
11:30am - Bomb Trailer Demo
12:00pm - Vehicle Extrication Demonstration
12:30pm - Steam Engine Display
1:00 pm - Bucket Brigade
For more info, go to:
http://www.ci.
Friday, July 31, 2009
2009 Boulder County Fair
The Boulder County Fair started today and runs through Saturday, August 8th! There are far too many events to list them here so head on over to their website and check out the Events listing. You'll also definitely want to check out the Kids Schedule which is chock full of free activities for the kids including scavenger hunts, story times, make n takes and more! You can even download an Excel format master schedule with every possible fair related event on it!
A few of our can't miss events:
Longmont Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, August 1st
6:30-9:30 am
4th and Kimbark
$7 for adults and $3 for children 12 and younger
Boulder County Fair Parade
Saturday, August 1st
10 am
Can't seem to find the exact route online but they line up at Roosevelt Park and then make their way down Main Street (perhaps to 3rd?) and then back up Coffman. Full of bands, color guards, floats, horses, tractors, you name it! Great fun for the kids :)
We'll also go to the Carnival (probably Wednesday when it's a little cheaper!), see all the animals, hopefully do some mutton bustin (eek!), and watch some auctions. No, we're not buying livestock any time soon but our oldest thinks being an auctioneer is one of the coolest jobs on the planet :)
There's really no excuse not to go with free parking and free admission! See you there :)
A few of our can't miss events:
Longmont Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, August 1st
6:30-9:30 am
4th and Kimbark
$7 for adults and $3 for children 12 and younger
Boulder County Fair Parade
Saturday, August 1st
10 am
Can't seem to find the exact route online but they line up at Roosevelt Park and then make their way down Main Street (perhaps to 3rd?) and then back up Coffman. Full of bands, color guards, floats, horses, tractors, you name it! Great fun for the kids :)
We'll also go to the Carnival (probably Wednesday when it's a little cheaper!), see all the animals, hopefully do some mutton bustin (eek!), and watch some auctions. No, we're not buying livestock any time soon but our oldest thinks being an auctioneer is one of the coolest jobs on the planet :)
There's really no excuse not to go with free parking and free admission! See you there :)
Monday, July 20, 2009
School Supply Lists
It's that time of year again, time to stock up on crayons and pencils and backpacks and such! FYI, you can find the school supply lists for St. Vrain Valley schools on their website so you can start shopping those fun sales :) This is our first official year doing back to school shopping (eek I'll have a kindergartner!) and I'm looking forward to it!
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Summer 2009 Rope World
Rope World is part of the PE program at Rocky Mountain Elementary and several times throughout the year they open it up to the public. There are lots of ropes to climb, swing from, and crawl over and kids love it! Here's the schedule for July and August:
Weekdays: Monday, July 27th through Friday, August 7th
TIMES:
9:30 -10:25 2 yrs – 3rd Grade
10:30 -11:25 2 yrs – 3rd Grade
2:10 – 3:05 2 yrs – 3rd Grade
3:15 – 4:10 2 yrs – 3rd Grade
Fee: $4.00 / visit
They also host birthday parties, which you can schedule by calling 303-772-8402 between 8 am and 6 pm.
Fee: $4.00 Each (minimum $60)
Monday, July 27th through Friday, August 7th from 11:30 to 12:30
Rocky Mountain Elementary is located at 800 East 5th Ave. which is just West of Pace on 5th Ave.
Weekdays: Monday, July 27th through Friday, August 7th
TIMES:
9:30 -10:25 2 yrs – 3rd Grade
10:30 -11:25 2 yrs – 3rd Grade
2:10 – 3:05 2 yrs – 3rd Grade
3:15 – 4:10 2 yrs – 3rd Grade
Fee: $4.00 / visit
They also host birthday parties, which you can schedule by calling 303-772-8402 between 8 am and 6 pm.
Fee: $4.00 Each (minimum $60)
Monday, July 27th through Friday, August 7th from 11:30 to 12:30
Rocky Mountain Elementary is located at 800 East 5th Ave. which is just West of Pace on 5th Ave.
Oops! Outdoor Movies
I put these on the calendar (scroll to the bottom of the blog) but forgot to post about them! Last night was the first of three outdoor movies this summer in Thompson Park. Next Saturday they'll be showing Goonies and the following Saturday, August 1st, they'll show The Princess Bride. Movies start around 8 or when it's dark enough to see the movie on the screen. It's FREE and a wonderful way to spend a Saturday evening hanging out with friends on the shady grass of Thompson Park! Don't forget the bug spray :) See here for more info.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Rhythm on the River this weekend
One of our family's favorite Longmont events starts tomorrow - Rhythm on the River. This FREE festival with great food, music and entertainment runs Friday 5-8:30 pm and Saturday 7 am to 8:30 pm at Roger's Grove. There is free parking at the Boulder County Fairgrounds and stroller friendly shuttles to take you over to Roger's Grove.
There are so many fun things packed into that short time that I just have to direct you to the city's website about it. Our favorites include the music, climbing on city trucks, the pancake breakfast, and the many many kids events - rock climbing, bike course, jumpy castles, puppet shows, art projects, food from lots of local restaurants, etc, etc. It's a great way to spend a day in Longmont!
There are so many fun things packed into that short time that I just have to direct you to the city's website about it. Our favorites include the music, climbing on city trucks, the pancake breakfast, and the many many kids events - rock climbing, bike course, jumpy castles, puppet shows, art projects, food from lots of local restaurants, etc, etc. It's a great way to spend a day in Longmont!
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
The 4th is on Saturday!
This Saturday is the 4th of July which means you need the 411 on area 4th events, right? Here's some info on shows close to Longmont but if you'll be somewhere else in Colorado that day check out metromix.com for a good list.
Longmont - Boulder County Fairgrounds
The Longmont 4th of July Fireworks Display is free and begins at 9:30 pm at the Boulder County Fairgrounds (Hover & Boston). There is no parking at the fairgrounds so you'll need to join the herds of people in nearby parks or parking lots. Everyone has their favorite place but generally within one mile is best for viewing. Also, the Times-Call says this is supposed to be the best fireworks in years and, since they haven't been the greatest recently, I'm really looking forward to it! Here is the official Longmont fireworks page where you can read more about legal vs. illegal fireworks too!
Boulder - Folsom Field
The fireworks at Folsom Field are always a hit. See this page for info on parking, what you can and can't bring, etc.
Niwot
7:30-10:30 Pancake Breakfast in Cottonwood Square
11 am Parade from Cottonwood Square through downtown (kids and pets encouraged!)
11:30 - 3 Walking Tours, Kids Games, Live Music
More info one Niwot's Calendar of Events page
Elsewhere
I've heard the events and fireworks in Firestone are fun but we haven't checked them out yet.
Estes Park always has a great show over Lake Estes plus a pancake breakfast, music and classic car show if you want to make a day of it. There are also shows in Ward (who not surprisingly doesn't have a website! ha!) and Nederland that have a bit more small town feel.
Longmont - Boulder County Fairgrounds
The Longmont 4th of July Fireworks Display is free and begins at 9:30 pm at the Boulder County Fairgrounds (Hover & Boston). There is no parking at the fairgrounds so you'll need to join the herds of people in nearby parks or parking lots. Everyone has their favorite place but generally within one mile is best for viewing. Also, the Times-Call says this is supposed to be the best fireworks in years and, since they haven't been the greatest recently, I'm really looking forward to it! Here is the official Longmont fireworks page where you can read more about legal vs. illegal fireworks too!
Boulder - Folsom Field
The fireworks at Folsom Field are always a hit. See this page for info on parking, what you can and can't bring, etc.
Niwot
7:30-10:30 Pancake Breakfast in Cottonwood Square
11 am Parade from Cottonwood Square through downtown (kids and pets encouraged!)
11:30 - 3 Walking Tours, Kids Games, Live Music
More info one Niwot's Calendar of Events page
Elsewhere
I've heard the events and fireworks in Firestone are fun but we haven't checked them out yet.
Estes Park always has a great show over Lake Estes plus a pancake breakfast, music and classic car show if you want to make a day of it. There are also shows in Ward (who not surprisingly doesn't have a website! ha!) and Nederland that have a bit more small town feel.
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