Lucy Beaugard

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10 Places to Splash this Summer

Cool off in these Denver-area splash pads and water spots.

By Lucy Beaugard

Family-Friendly Food Halls

A variety of food options and a welcome atmosphere await families at these dining collectives.

By Lucy Beaugard

Local Ice Cream Spots

Check out these 17 local ice cream spots for sweet summer scoops.

By Lucy Beaugard

5 Camps to Get Kids on the Water

Give your kids Colorado-style water adventures at these camps and classes.

By Lucy Beaugard

9 Fast-Casual Restaurants to Feed Your Family

Where to grab a homegrown, fast-casual meal with the entire family.

By Lucy Beaugard

5 No-Mess Pumpkin Decorating Ideas

No carving necessary! Keep the gunk in the gourd with these easy pumpkin decorating ideas.

By Deborah Mock, Lucy Beaugard

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Tips to Keep Kids Happy at a Restaurant

Dining out with the entire clan can be an ordeal, especially with little tikes in tow. But fear not—you can enjoy a delicious meal out with a little patience and imagination.

By Lucy Beaugard

5 Denver Splash Pads to Visit Before Summer Ends

Cool off at these Denver-area water spots.

By Lucy Beaugard

Allergy-Friendly Bakeries in Denver

Where to go in Denver for a scrumptious allergy-aware treat.

By Lucy Beaugard, Megan Forgey

Dressing Bumps, on the Road

What drove this Denver mother of two to go mobile with her pop-up maternity boutique idea?

By Lucy Beaugard

8 Ways to Spend a Spring Day

Fill your spring with fun and (mostly) free activities to do as a family.

By Lucy Beaugard

Is Your Child Ready for Overnight Camp?

Strategies to ease the transition for hesitant young campers (and parents).

By Lucy Beaugard

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Make These Marbled Paper Valentines

Try this simple, hands-on Valentine's Day craft.

By Lucy Beaugard

The Perfect Blueberry Pancake Stack

Create the fluffiest breakfast bite with tips from an expert.

By Lucy Beaugard

Inexpensive Ways to Beat Winter Break Boredom

Simple activities to keep kids engaged without breaking the bank.

By Lucy Beaugard

Fun Options for Socialization

Tips to engage your child and help build social skills

By Lucy Beaugard

Plan a Family Game Night

Game Night Planning Tips.

By Lucy Beaugard

5 Fall Hikes for the Whole Family

Enjoy the colors of fall with a family day trip in the mountains.

By Lucy Beaugard

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Can’t Get Enough Pumpkin?

Combine the sweetness of pumpkin puree and the crunch of the seeds for a powerhouse treat.

By Lucy Beaugard

Kids, Activate!

A Guide to Encouraging Active Play.

By Lucy Beaugard

10 Things to Do Before School Starts

Soak up the last few weeks of summer with these fun family outings.

By Lucy Beaugard

Spa Days of Summer

Treat yourself to a spa happy hour.

By Lucy Beaugard

Build a Cupcake Bar

Put away your cake order and start a new, hands-on birthday tradition.

By Lucy Beaugard

12 Delicious Spots for Ice Cream in Denver

Cool down with a scoop of locally-made ice cream from these sweet spots.

By Lucy Beaugard

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Father’s Day Grilling Menu

Four local chefs (and dads) share a tasty Father's Day menu, created just for our readers.

By Lucy Beaugard

Sizzlin’ Denver Dads

Local chefs share ideas to get cooking with the kids.

By Lucy Beaugard

Hands-On Mother Goose

Create projects inspired by nursery rhymes.

By Lucy Beaugard

Protecting Your Child from Abuse Beginning the Day They Are Born

For Kids Sake.

By Lucy Beaugard

The Perfect Grilled Cheese

Creating the perfect gooey bite with tips from an expert.

By Lucy Beaugard

Camps to Help Kids Cope

Local families share their experiences at Colorado camps designed for their unique needs.

By Lucy Beaugard

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