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Messy Art

Date:
Apr 17, 2018 10:30 - 11:30am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-335-4821

Try out a new kind of art, learn, explore, and get messy. Ages 2-5. Reservations required.

Preschool Open Play

Date:
Sep 04, 2018 to May 31, 2019
Schedule:
Mon-Thu, 9:30-11am. Check website for cancellations
Cost:
Free first visit. $18 per child; discounts available with punch card purchase
Phone:
720-887-6752

Enjoy safe gymnastics play with your child, including WiFi and coffee for parents. Ages 18 months-6 years. Age 3 and up (potty trained) can be dropped off for up to 90 minutes. Reservations required.

Summer Pee Wee Art Classes

Date:
Jun 11, 2018 to Aug 20, 2018
Schedule:
Select Mondays
Cost:
$10 per class
Phone:
303-797-1779

Attend a hands-on art program that introduces preschoolers to the arts and allows for parents to assist with their child’s creative process. At each program artists will be introduced to a new art medium that they will use to create their own work of art. Ages 3-5. All supplies included.

Multi-Age Class

Date:
Jan 08, 2018 to May 25, 2018
Schedule:
9-11:30am or 1-3:30pm
Cost:
$25 per session; $50 per day
Phone:
303-494-3557

Participate in a multi-age program as an addition to your child’s regular preschool class. Includes artist of the month, author of the month, science projects, and dramatic play. Reservations required. Contact preschool director Amy Chally for more information.

A Clay Halloween

Date:
Oct 13, 2018 2 - 3:30pm
Cost:
$25 per person
Phone:
720-379-6033

Make pumpkins, ghosts, and ghouls out of clay. Work with your child to design a candy platter for trick-or-treaters. All materials included. Pieces will be fired, glazed, and ready for pickup in 2 weeks. Age 4 and up with caregiver. Reservations required.

Aerial Day Off Camp

Date:
May 25, 2018 9am - 3pm
Cost:
$70
Phone:
303-245-8272

Spend a day out of school swinging, spinning, climbing, and hanging upside down. Learn skills on trapeze, aerial fabric, aerial sling, and more. Ages 8-16.

Seedlings Classes

Date:
Nov 01, 2018 to Nov 30, 2018
Schedule:
Schedules vary by age range. Visit website for specifics and for topics
Cost:
$9-$11 ages 18-36 months, $11-$13 ages 3-6
Phone:
720-865-3500

Join in a hands-on way for young children to explore the plant world while developing an understanding and appreciation for plants. Seedlings programs are offered for three different age groups and are modified to fit the developmental needs of each group.

Gingerbread House Workshops

Date:
Dec 01, 2017 to Dec 31, 2017
Schedule:
Dec. 2, 9, 16 and 23
Cost:
$10. $6 applies to adults who attend but do not create their own house.
Phone:
303-322-1053

Combine graham crackers, candy and icing to create a special holiday treat. The workshop lasts one hour and is designed for children and adults to create together. Reservations are required.

Acting Classes

Date:
Jan 01, 2019 to Apr 30, 2019
Schedule:
Times vary by date; see website for details
Cost:
Prices vary by class
Phone:
303-893-4100

Improve and develop acting skills in classes divided up by age range for children, teens, and adults.

Stroke and Dive Technique Clinic

Date:
Nov 19, 2018 noon - 3pm
Cost:
$45
Phone:
303-444-7234

Participate in a stroke technique and dive clinic to improve swim skills. Includes a deck and pool safety class with group problem-solving challenges. For Intermediate I swimmers and up. Reservations required.

Create Art! Winter Break Camp

Date:
Dec 26, 2018 to Dec 31, 2018
Cost:
$55 per day with a discount for all three
Phone:
303-987-7845

Create art projects through drawing, painting, sculpture, and collage. Join for individual days or all week. Registration required for activity #374002. Ages 5-14.

CU Wizards

Date:
Oct 20, 2018 9:30 - 10:30am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-492-5011

Be informed about the wonders of science and watch demonstration experiments by renowned University of Colorado professors. This month’s topic is cloud science presented by professor Katja Friedrich. Grades 5-9 recommended.

Yoga for Kids

Date:
Oct 04, 2017 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Cost:
Phone:
303-604-2424

Join in a fun, encouraging beginner level yoga class for kids of all ages (toddlers too)! In this 30 minute session, kids will learn basic poses to create healthy energy, offer physical challenge and inspire your imagination. Parents are welcome to join too. Included with Museum admission.

Kids Meditation Class

Date:
May 19, 2019 to Jun 16, 2019
Schedule:
Every Sun at 10:30am
Cost:
Free for kids; parents can attend an simultaneous adult meditation class for $12
Phone:
303-813-9552

Attend a class to learn how to meditate. Age 5 and up.

Brassical Adventures

Date:
Feb 02, 2019 10:30am
Cost:
$10 parents, $5 student, free age 5 and under
Phone:
303-840-7070

Enjoy an educational musical performance by The Denver Brass that enriches early brain development and musical awareness in children. Ages 3-10.

Junior Rangers

Date:
Aug 11, 2019 9:30 - 11am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-326-8445

Learn about Aurora's true nature by exploring Star K Ranch. This month's topic is about bats. Registration required. Ages 6-12.

Arts & Minds

Date:
Feb 06, 2018 to May 22, 2018
Schedule:
Tue, 4-6pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-865-4200

Attend classes that combine both movement (dance, yoga, fitness) and creative arts (art, drama, sensory play, creative writing).

Hay ​Bales & Tall Tales – September

Date:
Sep 08, 2017 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
720-865-0800

Enjoy Four Mile’s monthly storytime. This month features "The Day it Snowed Tortillas" from the book "Watch Out for Clever Women" by Joe Hayes. Pioneer Games will follow the tale. Stay for Four Mile Free Day.

Homeschool Day: Mysteries of Mycology

Date:
Jan 22, 2018 10am
Cost:
$12 per day per child; One adult per child is free of charge. Additional adults and non-participating siblings over the age of two pay $7 each. Admissions to the gardens is included.
Phone:
720-865-3500

Explore the similarities and differences between plants and fungi, investigate specimens from the Sam Mitchel Herbarium of Fungi, and explore the active life of yeast. Homeschool Days offer families the opportunity to explore plant-based themes through a variety of hands-on activities, tours, and take-home projects that families can do together.

Youth Pottery Classes

Date:
Mar 01, 2019 to Mar 31, 2019
Schedule:
After-school and weekend classes are offered. Classes occur weekly for an 8-week session
Cost:
See website for details
Phone:
720-379-6033

Participate in ceramics programs that teach hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques.

Club Spark: Spring Break

Date:
Mar 26, 2018 to Mar 30, 2018
Cost:
Varies per insurance eligibility
Phone:
303-802-0946

Registration is required. Join community-based day programs that build social skills, community safety skills, and support academic goals. Kids go to libraries, parks, bowling, and movies. Age 4-10, with some exceptions.

Ice Cream Making Tours

Date:
May 01, 2018 to Oct 31, 2018
Schedule:
Ongoing by reservation
Cost:
$5.95 per person
Phone:
303-499-4760

Learn how ice cream is made, tour the facility and taste fresh vanilla ice cream with your choice of toppings. For groups of 15 or more. Reservations required.

Discovery Days

Date:
Jan 16, 2019 to May 10, 2019
Schedule:
Wed-Fri 9–10:15am, 10:30–11:45am, and 12:30–1:45pm
Cost:
$4 museum member, $4.50 nonmember
Phone:
303-651-8374

Engage in educational, hands-on art activities to develop motor, language, and social skills. Ages 2-6 with caregiver.

SPREE Holiday Camp: Nocturnal Nature

Date:
Feb 18, 2019 8am - 6pm
Cost:
$50 per day, per child. Aftercare $6 per day, per child
Phone:
720-306-8000

Find out who wakes up when the sun goes down. Investigate the crepuscular and nocturnal creatures of Denver and the South Platte River.

Songs from the Ukuverse

Date:
Jun 24, 2019 to Aug 05, 2019
Schedule:
Mon, 3-4pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-865-0290

Learn ukulele and other basic musical skills while playing songs kids know as well as learning to create their own songs. Ukuleles are available to borrow for the class, but numbers are limited, so please reach out if a child needs to reserve one. For kids in grades kindergarten-5.

Marine Science and Snorkel Experience

Date:
Nov 20, 2018 noon - 3pm
Cost:
$55
Phone:
303-444-7234

Receive an introduction to marine science including lessons in marine biodiversity and ocean acidification, followed by time in the pool learning basic snorkeling and freediving techniques. For Beginner II swimmers and up. Reservations required.

McNichols Mommy and Me Movement & Creative Art Class

Date:
Feb 06, 2018 to May 22, 2018
Schedule:
Tue, 11am-noon
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-865-4200

Introduce your children to breathing, yoga, dance, and sensory play. For babies who are crawling through age 4. To register for the class, email info@artsandmindskids.com to confirm number of children you are bringing and which day.

Bring a Friend to Choir Camp

Date:
Aug 10, 2019
Schedule:
9-11am or 1-3pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-797-7464

Join current and new members of Young Voices of Colorado in a free 2-hour choir camp. Grades 2-8. Call to register.

Kids Art Exploration

Date:
Jul 28, 2018 to May 25, 2019
Schedule:
Sat, 9-11am
Cost:
$20 per child
Phone:
303-442-7674

Drop off your kids to explore different art materials and work together with the guidance of an art therapist. Ages 4-13.

Backstage Workshops

Date:
May 06, 2019 to May 07, 2019
Cost:
$10 per student, $15 per chaperone
Phone:
303-778-7350

Explore the world backstage at interactive stations created to provide hands-on learning opportunities. Ages 5-18.

School-Day-Off Theater Classes

Date:
Oct 12, 2018 to Apr 15, 2019
Schedule:
9am-4pm
Cost:
$75 per day, $65 for currently enrolled students
Phone:
303-245-8150

Enjoy a full day of theatrical activities including classes in music, acting, and dance, on select BVSD no-school days. Camps end in a final presentation for family and friends. Ages 5-10. Reservations required.

Kidtopia Culinary Festival

Date:
Feb 08, 2019 to Feb 15, 2019
Schedule:
Activities vary by date. Visit the website for full schedule.
Cost:
Many events are free but there is a charge for some activities
Phone:

Enjoy a weeklong celebration of all things food and family fun. Decorate unicorn-themed desserts, make snacks such as cheese-stick snowmen and edible gold medals, and participate in fun food challenges.

Teddy Bear Day

Date:
Aug 17, 2019 9am - 4pm
Cost:
$9.75 ages 3-11 who bring their favorite plush friend, age 2 and under are 75 cents, free for members
Phone:
719-633-9925

Bring a teddy friend and see special animal shows throughout the day. Stop by the Teddy Bear Clinic for a free stuffed animal "checkup." Volunteers from Children’s Hospital Colorado will administer stitches, splints, or any necessary “medical” procedures to stuffed animals that are in need of a little TLC.

Introduction to Fishing

Date:
May 29, 2019 6 - 8pm
Schedule:
Advance registration is required by Fri, May 24. Meet at Shea Stadium
Cost:
$10, $12 for non-Highlands Ranch residents
Phone:
303-791-2710

Learn to bait, cast, tie knots, reel ‘em in, and unhook a catch. Participants will receive a free rod.

Off the Cuff: Improvaganza for Teens

Date:
Apr 14, 2018 10am - 3pm
Cost:
$65. Scholarships available
Phone:
303-735-1181

Learn about basic improv comedy skills and then venture into improvising sonnets and Shakespearean scenes. Culminates in an informal showing at 2:30pm. Open to students of all experience levels and abilities. Ages 12-18. Reservations required.

Seedlings

Date:
Feb 01, 2018 to Feb 28, 2018
Schedule:
Tue-Wed, 9:30 and 11am: ages 3-6; Thu, 9:30 and 10:45am: ages 24-36 months; Fri, 9:30 and 10:45am: ages 18-24 months
Cost:
$11 for ages 18-36 months, $9 member; $13 for ages 3-6, $11 member
Phone:
720-865-3500

Participate in hands-on classes for young children to explore the plant world while developing an understanding and appreciation for plants. Seedlings programs are offered for three different age groups and are modified to fit the developmental needs of each group. Week of Feb. 6: Roses are Red, Violets are Blue; Feb. 13: The Dinosaur Garden;…

Spring Raptors

Date:
Mar 16, 2019 10am
Cost:
Free; registration required: call 303-326-8650 or go online to auroragov.org/recreation to sign up
Phone:
303-326-8429

See live raptors and discover which of these magnificent birds comes through Aurora in the spring. Age 4 and up.

SPREE Holiday Camp: Neat Nesters

Date:
Feb 01, 2019 8am - 6pm
Cost:
$50 per child per day. Aftercare $6 per child per day
Phone:
720-306-8000

Learn about different animals that build nests in our city. Enjoy educational days with games, crafts, adventures, and top-secret missions about the environment.

Wee Firefighters Camp

Date:
Aug 24, 2019 to Sep 14, 2019
Schedule:
Sat, Aug. 24-Sept. 14, 10am-noon
Cost:
$45 per child, $25 per each additional sibling
Phone:
303-892-1436

Sign up for a four-week series focusing on fun, kid-friendly firefighter and fire safety lessons. Final session will include a visit to a working Denver Fire station. Ages 3-8.

School Prep Series

Date:
Jun 03, 2019 to Jun 24, 2019
Schedule:
June 3, 10, 17 and 24, 10-11:30am
Cost:
Child/adult pair: $80 members, $100 nonmembers for all four weeks and include a portfolio of your child’s work
Phone:
303-433-7444

Engage in activities focused on STEM, the arts, and literacy to help build the skills children need for success in this four-week series. For preschool or kindergarten.

Thursday Tot-Time

Date:
Nov 15, 2018 10 - 10:45am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-658-2796

Enjoy nature programs designed for the youngest of explorers. Activities include a hike and a fun nature-based craft, game, or story. Ages 3-5. Register online.

Nite at the Rec

Date:
Mar 16, 2018 7pm - 10pm
Schedule:
Ongoing Friday nights 7-10pm: March 16, April 6 and 20, May 4
Cost:
$12 resident; $15 nonresidents
Phone:
303-335-4920

Enjoy an evening of swimming, sports, dancing, concessions, and more. Grades 3-6.

Children’s Festival of Stories

Date:
Mar 17, 2018 9am - 4pm
Cost:
Free with online registration
Phone:
303-455-1527

Meet more than 30 authors and illustrators of board books, picture books, chapter books, and middle grade novels who will be sharing readings, storytimes, illustration demonstrations, and offering book signings.

Drones Workshop

Date:
Oct 20, 2018 10am - 2pm
Cost:
$60 member, $70 nonmember
Phone:
303-370-6000

Learn about drones, then build and fly your own. Send budding engineers to this interactive workshop and get a good introduction to the world of robotic flight. For kids in grades 3-6.

Seedlings

Date:
Jul 01, 2018 to Jul 31, 2018
Schedule:
Tue-Fri, hours vary by date
Cost:
$11 ages 18-36 months, $9 member; $13 ages 3-6, $11 member
Phone:
720-865-3500

Enjoy a fun, hands-on way for young children to explore the plant world while developing an understanding and appreciation for plants. Seedlings programs are offered for three different age groups and are modified to fit the developmental needs of each group. Week of July 10: Scrumptious Seeds; July 17: I Love Lavender; July 24: Edible…

Stroke and Dive Technique Clinic

Date:
Mar 27, 2018 Noon - 3pm
Cost:
$45
Phone:
303-444-7234

Participate in a clinic to improve your swim skills. Includes a deck and pool safety class with group problem-solving challenges. Ages 6-12. Students must be able to swim comfortably in the deep end of the pool. Reservations required.

Fishing Frenzy

Date:
Aug 03, 2019 10am - 1pm
Cost:
$8
Phone:
303-658-2796

Explore the basics of fishing and the ethics behind it. Poles available for use during the program, or bring your own. Reservations required. Ages 6-14.

Homeschool Day: Plants and People of the Southwest

Date:
Oct 29, 2018 10am - 2pm
Cost:
$12 per day per child. One adult per child is free of charge. $7 additional adults and nonparticipating siblings over the age of two
Phone:
720-865-3500

Discover how native peoples of the southwest use plants in their everyday lives and explore the plants of the Sacred Earth and Dryland Mesa gardens. Investigate the uses of yucca and learn about traditional cooking tools. Activities are designed for children age 5 and up, but all ages are welcome to attend.

Drop-In Discovery

Date:
Nov 01, 2018 to Dec 31, 2018
Schedule:
First Thu and third Mon of each month, 10am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-898-7405

Investigate the interactive natural world with special crafts, games, and activities.

Hay ​Bales & Tall Tales – August

Date:
Aug 11, 2017 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
720-865-0800

Enjoy Four Mile’s monthly storytime. This month features "Hill of Fire" by Thomas P. Lewis. Four Mile Bingo will follow the tale. Stay for Four Mile Free Day.

Learn How Websites Work Workshop

Date:
Sep 09, 2018 9:30am - noon
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-865-0170

Get a brief introduction on how websites work, how they are built, and how to become a person who builds websites. For girls in 6th-8th grade. Registration is required.

Learn to Sew

Date:
Jul 19, 2018 to Jul 27, 2018
Cost:
Visit website to register
Phone:
720-296-6191

Attend hands-on classes such as making a headband, ipad case or fairy house pillow. Must be at least 8 years old to participate. Registration required online.

Dolphins, Sea Turtles, and Other Ocean Creatures

Date:
Apr 03, 2019 to May 22, 2019
Schedule:
Wed, April 3-May 22, 4-5:30pm
Cost:
$72 for 8 weeks
Phone:
720-898-7000

Splash into this fun, artistic exploration of the deep blue sea. Create artwork inspired by the animals that inhabit the watery realms of our blue planet. Ages 6-14.

Brassical Adventures

Date:
Nov 05, 2018 10:30am
Cost:
$7 per child or adult
Phone:
303-832-4676

Speak one-on-one with the musicians of the Denver Brass and play several different instruments at the Brass Petting Zoo, following a concert. Ages 3-7.

Music Together Demo Class

Date:
Sep 16, 2018 to Jul 31, 2019
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-441-3100

Enjoy an interactive music experience with singing, movement, and instrument play, led by Jane Smolens, director of Mountain Song Music Studio, Inc. Space is limited. Ages 0-5 with caregiver.

Wee Firefighters

Date:
Aug 18, 2018 to Sep 22, 2018
Schedule:
Sat
Cost:
$40 per child; $20 for each additional sibling. Call or go online to register
Phone:
303-892-1436

Sign up for a six-week firefighting and fire safety series designed for kids ages 3-7. Reservations required.

Designing Mobile Apps Workshop

Date:
Apr 29, 2019 10am - 1pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
484-841-4744

Work in teams to select an app idea, develop a prototype, and present the final product to the class. Learn techniques to help you communicate a concept, create low-fidelity wireframes, user flows, and prototypes as a team. Registration required. For middle school girls, grades 6-8.

CU Wizards

Date:
Dec 01, 2018 9:30 - 10:30am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-492-5011

Be informed about the wonders of science and watch demonstration experiments by renowned University of Colorado professors. This month’s topic is “There's Something in the Air!” presented by professor Steven Brown. Grades 5-9 recommended; all ages welcome.

Papier-Mâché Sculpture Class for Kids

Date:
Sep 04, 2018 to Sep 25, 2018
Cost:
$50. Includes all materials
Phone:
303-797-1779

Create large sculptures of dogs out of papier-mâché. Students will learn how to create armature, add muscles, and a furry texture all out of paper. Bring in a photo of your favorite dog to create. Ages 9-12.

Youth Ninja Warrior Classes

Date:
Mar 01, 2018 to Sep 30, 2018
Schedule:
Ongoing throughout the year
Cost:
$20 drop-in to try a class
Phone:
862-324-1532

Try out a full-scale American Ninja Warrior and Obstacle Course Race (OCR) training facility, through a variety of kids’ classes. Ages 6-13. Reservations suggested.

Harvest Camp

Date:
Oct 25, 2018 to Oct 29, 2018
Cost:
Visit website for details
Phone:
970-468-2098

Explore the ways our natural environment has changed from summer to fall and study flora and fauna in transition.

Teen Summer Art Studio

Date:
Jun 03, 2019 to Jul 29, 2019
Schedule:
Mon, 1-4pm. Visit website for schedule and class themes
Cost:
$25 per program. All supplies included
Phone:
303-797-1779

Learn unique mediums and techniques to create unique works of art. Each class will feature a different project that will include acrylic pouring, alcohol inks, cartoon drawing, ceramics, and glass making. Ages 11-16.

Seedlings Classes

Date:
Jul 01, 2019 to Jul 31, 2019
Schedule:
Week of July 9: Wonderful Water Gardens; July 16: Melon Madness; July 23: Life in the Pond; July 30: Fun in the Sun
Cost:
$14 child, $12 member child, includes one adult entry per registration
Phone:
720-865-3500

Participate in interactive explorations, nature walks, and stories for children and their caregivers. Seedlings programs are offered for three different age groups and are modified to fit the developmental needs of each group. For ages 18 months-6 years.

Investigate Water Pollution Sources Using ArcGIS Online

Date:
Sep 15, 2018 Noon - 3pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
484-905-1230

Turn on your investigative thinking hats to learn more about drinking water and what's in it. This workshop uses a combination of a water quality dataset and an online map-making tool to investigate where a fictitious source of groundwater pollution (based on real world data) may be originating. Students will learn about water quality issues,…

Westwide Cotillion at the Arvada Center

Date:
Apr 08, 2018 to May 06, 2018
Schedule:
Sun, April 8-May 6. Hours vary depending on grade level
Cost:
$45 for preview class. Price varies for full program depending on grade level
Phone:
303-757-5333

Encourage good manners and social skills with this program that includes dance education. The classes culminate in a final party at the Brown Palace Hotel in downtown Denver. Registration is required and is on a first come, first served basis.

Day Off Aerial Camp

Date:
Apr 16, 2018 9am - 3pm
Cost:
$70
Phone:
303-245-8272

Spend a day out of school swinging, spinning, climbing, and hanging upside down. Learn skills on trapeze, aerial fabric, aerial sling, and more. Ages 8-16.

After Nappers or After School Club

Date:
Jul 11, 2018 to Aug 01, 2018
Cost:
After Nappers: ages 2-4 with adult; After School: ages 5-10. $15 for 4-week session
Phone:
720-898-7405

Discover nature through fun, hands-on learning. Dress for the weather, register in advance. Register online.

Kids’ Camp Paint

Date:
Jan 02, 2018 to Jan 05, 2018
Schedule:
Jan 2-5, 10am
Cost:
$24 for 3 hours $40 for 5 hours which includes another art activity $6 additional for pizza lunch or bring lunch from home
Phone:
303-442-7674

Learn to paint a different work of art each day with step-by-step instructions. Age 4 and up. Reservations required.

Take Note Music Experience

Date:
Jul 10, 2019 2 - 5pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-865-2370

Participate in an interactive music workshop for K-12 students, led by artists from around the state.

After School Garden Club

Date:
Sep 11, 2018 to Oct 02, 2018
Schedule:
Every Tue 3:45-5:15pm
Cost:
$15 per class; $50 when registering for all class sessions
Phone:
303-443-9952

Explore the tools of gardening, put the garden to bed, enjoy fruits and vegetables, and save seeds for next year. Ages 4-11. Reservations encouraged.

School Break Camps

Date:
Jan 02, 2019 to Jan 04, 2019
Cost:
$160 member, $175 nonmember
Phone:
303-370-6000

Explore the museum's exhibits and see IMAX films and planetarium shows. Available for kids in grades K-6. Limited early morning drop-off and late pickup options available.

Cookies and Canvas – Holiday Lights for Pee Wee

Date:
Dec 11, 2017 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Cost:
Phone:
303-797-1779

Preschoolers will create a colorful painting featuring twinkle holiday lights. Parent and/or caregiver must accompany the preschooler to the program. Create colorful and whimsical holiday themed paintings and enjoy cookies and punch. Age 3-5. $25 All supplies and goodies included.

Thanksgiving Break Camp

Date:
Nov 19, 2018 to Nov 21, 2018
Schedule:
8:30am-4:30pm daily
Cost:
$66 per day Boulder residents, $82 per day nonresidents
Phone:
303-413-7441

Enroll in a school-day-off camp where kids can enjoy games, sports, arts and crafts, and indoor climbing. Reservations required.

Itty Bitty City

Date:
Mar 30, 2018 to May 11, 2018
Schedule:
Every Fri, 9-11am
Cost:
$2 drop-in per child, free for babies and adults
Phone:
303-651-8404

Enjoy indoor fun with plenty of toys and room to move in the gymnasium. Ages 6 months to 5 years with parent; no older children.

French Chef Series

Date:
May 29, 2018
Schedule:
2pm and 3pm
Cost:
Included with admission
Phone:
303-433-7444

Practice culinary skills with Alliance Française de Denver, making French cuisine like crepes and pastries. Cooking class program space is limited. Sign up outside the Teaching Kitchen.

FamilySong Music Class

Date:
Nov 01, 2017 to Dec 19, 2017
Cost:
Phone:
303-444-7444

Wed. 11:30 Through Nov. Enjoy a multicultural music and movement class, with upbeat songs in English and different languages, instruments, scarves and drumming. Each session comes with a CD and download card. Ages 6 weeks to 6 years. Drop-in not available, but you can register at anytime throughout the session.

Family Workshop: Leprechaun Gardens

Date:
Mar 10, 2018
Schedule:
10am-noon and 2-4pm
Cost:
$17 child, $15 member child, $12 adult, $10 member adult
Phone:
720-865-3500

Discover the legend of the leprechaun as you design and create a miniature garden to attract these mischievous garden friends. Each child creates a container garden to take home. Classes are designed for families with children ages 5-10.

Family Workshop: Weaving Works of Wonder

Date:
Jun 29, 2019 9:30 - 11am
Cost:
$10-$17
Phone:
720-865-3500

Discover the wonders of weaving as you explore Chatfield Farms' feature art installation by Patrick Dougherty. Take a guided walk in and around Dougherty's larger-than-life site-specific installation. Then weave natural materials to create small-scale outdoor ornaments. Classes are designed for families with children ages 5-10.

Free Workshop: Make a Website Using HTML/CSS

Date:
Dec 08, 2018 9:30am - 12:30pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
484-905-1230

Learn the elements of HTML and CSS and use them to create a website. Using a text editor and web browser, kids will edit web page templates and use them to make their own website. Registration required.

Fall Break Camp: Dance

Date:
Nov 19, 2018 to Nov 21, 2018
Cost:
$55/day
Phone:
303-987-7845

Learn a different dance style like ballet, hip-hop, jazz, tap, belly dance, improvisation, and break dancing. Sign up for individual days or all week. Activity #374801. Registration required. Ages 7-14.

Brassical Adventures

Date:
Jan 30, 2019 10am
Cost:
$7
Phone:
303-832-4676

Enjoy an educational musical performance by The Denver Brass that enriches early brain development and musical awareness in children. Ages 3-10.

Seedlings

Date:
Jun 01, 2018 to Jun 30, 2018
Schedule:
$11 for ages 18-36 months, $9 member; $13 for ages 3-6 years, $11 member
Cost:
Tue-Wed (ages 3-6), 9:30 and 11am; Thu (ages 24-36 months), 9:30 and 10:45am; Fri (ages 18-24 months), 9:30 and 10:45am
Phone:
720-865-3500

Take the kids for a fun, hands-on way for young children to explore the plant world while developing an understanding and appreciation for plants. Seedlings programs are offered for three different age groups and are modified to fit the developmental needs of each group. Week of June 1: Plants in your Pizza; June 5: Sunflowers…

Yoga for Kids

Date:
Jan 02, 2019 to Dec 18, 2019
Schedule:
Every Wed
Cost:
Included with museum admission
Phone:
303-604-2424

Join in a 30-minute beginner level yoga class for kids in which you’ll learn basic poses, meet physical challenges, and use your imagination. Age 3 and up.

Colorado Shakespeare Festival Season Mashup

Date:
Jun 09, 2018 10am - 3pm
Cost:
$65
Phone:
303-735-1181

Get to know the characters from the 2018 Colorado Shakespeare Festival season in scenes, monologues, and improvised encounters. Culminates in an informal showing at 2:30pm. Open to students of all experience levels and abilities. Ages 8-18. Reservations required.

Open Climbing Gym

Date:
Sep 04, 2018 to May 31, 2019
Schedule:
Sat (age 6 and under), 2-5pm; Sun (all ages), noon-6pm
Cost:
$12 per person; $40 four or more
Phone:
303-443-5437

Explore kids’ indoor climbing in a safe atmosphere including top ropes, auto-belays, zip lines, slides, and bouldering. Reservations required.

Storytime with French Alliance

Date:
Jul 02, 2018 to Jul 16, 2018
Schedule:
July 2 and 16
Cost:
Included with admission
Phone:
303-433-7444

Let instructors from Alliance Française de Denver engage young ones with a French story, song, and activity.

Piff the Magic Dragon

Date:
Oct 27, 2017 to Oct 29, 2017
Cost:
Phone:
720-274-6800

Join Piff for an all-ages magic show. Thurs/Sun, $22; Fri/Sat: $30.

Ballet Hour with Tinker Bell

Date:
Aug 03, 2019 10:30 - 11:30am
Cost:
$25-$30
Phone:
303-949-1975

Join in a fairy adventure ballet class with the newest character, Tinker Bell. The class begins with an interactive storytime, followed by Tinker Bell teaching favorite ballet moves and an obstacle course. The class ends with pictures and autographs. Ages 3-5.

Family Workshop: Build a Fairy Garden

Date:
Aug 05, 2018
Schedule:
10am-noon and 2-4pm
Cost:
$10-$17
Phone:
720-865-3500

Create miniature lands for mystical garden friends. Each child will create a container garden to take home. Classes are designed for families with children ages 5-10.

Building Blocks

Date:
Sep 27, 2017 to May 30, 2018
Schedule:
Fourth Wed of each month
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-887-2315

Drop in to build with a variety of materials such as Legos, blocks, giant dominoes, and many others. Ages 3 and up. Pick up a ticket a half hour prior to program start.

Thursday Tot Time

Date:
Sep 20, 2018 10 - 10:45am
Cost:
Free but park pass required
Phone:
303-425-1097

Attend nature programs provided for young explorers including a tot-size hike and a nature-based craft or game. Ages 3-5.

Fall Break Camp: Create Art!

Date:
Nov 19, 2018 to Nov 21, 2018
Cost:
$55/day
Phone:
303-987-7845

Create art projects through drawing, painting, sculpture, and collage. Join in for individual days or all week. Activity #374001. Registration required. Ages 5-14.

Art in the Park

Date:
Jun 04, 2019 to Aug 01, 2019
Schedule:
12:30-2:30pm. Visit website for schedule and themes
Cost:
$25 for all supplies and snacks
Phone:
303-797-1779

Create hands-on art projects with a different art medium and technique each class, used in designing and constructing a unique work of art. Ages 6-10.

Littlest Learners Classes

Date:
Dec 11, 2018 9am
Schedule:
Also held Dec. 19, 4pm
Cost:
Included with museum admission
Phone:
303-604-2424

Join a series of hands-on classes for infants and toddlers and their caregivers to explore fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive experiences, with occasional special guests from the community. Classes are offered monthly with a different theme each month. Ages 0-3.

French Chef Series in the Teaching Kitchen

Date:
Aug 28, 2018
Schedule:
2pm and 3pm
Cost:
Included with admission
Phone:
303-433-7444

Practice culinary skills with Alliance Française de Denver, making French cuisine like crepes and pastries. Cooking class program space is limited, first-come, first-served. Sign up outside the Teaching Kitchen.

Family Handmade Pasta Workshop

Date:
Jan 12, 2019 1 - 2:30pm
Cost:
Visit website for details
Phone:
303-441-3100

Learn about mixing fresh pasta dough, rolling it, and cutting it into classic shapes during this hands-on workshop with Seeds Cafe. Registration is required. Meet in the Boulder Creek Room.

Seedlings Classes

Date:
Apr 01, 2018 to Apr 30, 2018
Schedule:
Tues-Wed (ages 3-6), 9:30 and 11am; Thu (ages 24-36 months), 9:30 and 10:45am; Fri (ages 18-24 months), 9:30 and 10:45am
Cost:
$9-$13
Phone:
720-865-3500

Enjoy a fun, hands-on way for young children to explore the plant world, while developing an understanding and appreciation for plants. Seedlings programs are offered for three different age groups and are modified to fit the developmental needs of each group. Topics vary by date including Cool Season Veggies, Painting with Plants, Earth Day, and…

Hooked on Fishing

Date:
May 18, 2019
Schedule:
9-10am or 10:30-11:30am
Cost:
$11 in advance, $15 day of - if not sold out
Phone:
303-471-8809

Learn the basics of fishing, then grab a pole and hit the pond to catch fish. Ages 6-11.

Bird Banding Club

Date:
Feb 13, 2018 to May 15, 2018
Schedule:
4-5:30pm on select days
Cost:
$125 for 8 sessions; scholarships available
Phone:
303-499-3647 ext. 103

Learn about the art and science of bird banding, gain skills in field identification, and more. Ages 11-15. Email gwen@thornenature.org for more details.

Mixed Up Masterpieces

Date:
Apr 04, 2018 to Apr 26, 2018
Schedule:
Tue, 4:30-6pm
Cost:
$50
Phone:
303-797-1779

Learn about famous artists and recreate their masterpieces in this art history program using a variety of materials which will include watercolor resist painting, collage, oil pastels, and other mixed media materials. Ages 6-12.

Try Scuba and Virtual Ocean Exploration

Date:
Mar 29, 2018 Noon - 3pm
Cost:
$65
Phone:
303-444-7234

Participate in an introduction to scuba diving, starting with taking an immersive virtual reality dive to spark the imagination. After a comprehensive safety briefing, students learn the basics of scuba diving through games in the pool. Ages 8-12. Reservations required. Must be able to swim comfortably in the deep end of the pool.

Try Scuba and Virtual Ocean Exploration

Date:
Nov 21, 2018 noon - 3pm
Cost:
$65
Phone:
303-444-7234

Participate in an intro to scuba, which starts with an immersive virtual reality dive. Receive a comprehensive safety briefing and learn the basics of scuba through games and activities. Ages 8-12. Reservations required.

CU Wizards

Date:
Mar 17, 2018 9:30 - 10:30am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-492-5011

Be informed about the wonders of science and watch demonstration experiments by renowned University of Colorado professors. This month’s topic is “Much Ado about Absolute Zero,” presented by professor Paul Beale. Grades 5-9 recommended.

Engineering Problem-Solving

Date:
Feb 02, 2019 1 - 4pm
Cost:
Free but registration required
Phone:
303-665-5200

Think like engineers and find a solution to a problem using Tinkercad and 3D printing. The class is designed for girls in grades 6-8.

CU Science Discovery Classes

Date:
Jan 08, 2018 to May 31, 2018
Schedule:
Ongoing throughout the year
Cost:
Check website
Phone:
303-492-7188

Engage students’ interest in science and experimental learning through a variety of after-school classes, school-day-off events, and homeschool classes.

Day Off Aerial Camp

Date:
Apr 13, 2018 9am - 3pm
Cost:
$70
Phone:
303-245-8272

Spend a day out of school swinging, spinning, climbing, and hanging upside down. Learn skills on trapeze, aerial fabric, aerial sling, and more. Ages 8-16.

Seedlings

Date:
May 01, 2018 to May 31, 2018
Schedule:
Tue-Wed, ages 3-6, 9:30 and 11am; Thu, ages 24-36 months, 9:30 and 10:45am; Fri, ages 18-24 months, 9:30 and 10:45am
Cost:
$9-$13
Phone:
720-865-3500

Explore the plant world while developing an understanding and appreciation for plants. Seedlings programs are modified to fit the developmental needs of each group. Week of May 1: A Rainbow of Wildflowers; May 8: Garden Art; May 15: Inch by Inch; May 22: Life in the Pond; May 29: The Plants in Your Pizza.

Summer Camps

Date:
Jun 01, 2018 to Aug 19, 2018
Schedule:
Ongoing June-Aug
Cost:
Cost varies
Phone:
303-651-8374

Discover art, history, science, and technology at a variety of camps at the museum this summer. Half-day and full-day options available. Ages 3-18. Reservations required.

Bald Eagle Discovery

Date:
May 03, 2019 to May 25, 2019
Schedule:
May 3, 12, 19, and 25
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-658-2796

Unveil the adaptations that led the bald eagle to become the nation's symbol. Online registration required.

Shakespeare’s Worst Love Stories

Date:
Feb 10, 2018 10am - 3pm
Cost:
$65
Phone:
303-735-1181

Counteract typical Valentine's Day festivities with some oddball love stories, Shakespeare style. Culminates in an informal showing at 2:30pm. Open to students of all experience levels and abilities. Ages 8-18. Reservations required.

Gold Panning

Date:
Sep 01, 2018 12pm - 2pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-776-8688

Learn about Colorado mining history and try your hand at panning for gold. Meeting location provided to registered participants. Reservations required. Age 5 and up.

Drop-In Discovery

Date:
Oct 04, 2018 to Oct 15, 2018
Schedule:
First Thu and third Mon of each month
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-898-7405

Investigate the interactive natural world with special crafts, games, and activities. Just swing by and explore.

Hey What About Music?

Date:
Sep 25, 2018 to May 31, 2019
Schedule:
Ongoing, check website for current schedule
Cost:
$15 drop-in
Phone:
303-444-7444

Enjoy singing, dancing, and drumming, with a mix of classic kid's songs, popular music, and American folk/bluegrass music. Reservations required.

Birds!

Date:
Apr 09, 2019 11am
Cost:
Included with admission
Phone:
303-604-2424

Learn everything there is to know about local birds. Participate in fun hands-on activities, learn bird watching tips, and compare wing spans with some amazing birds.

Tinker Time: Art & Play

Date:
Sep 04, 2018 to May 31, 2019
Schedule:
Tue-Wed, 10:15am; Fri, 2:15pm
Cost:
$12 per hour; punch cards available
Phone:
303-503-1902

Attend a drop-in class with art exploration and sensory tables. Paint, play in the sand trays, create an art collage, or build a tower with toys. Ages 18 months-5 years. Space is limited; reservations recommended.

Junior Rangers: Gardening

Date:
May 12, 2019 1:30 - 3pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-326-8445

Learn about gardening and get some practice in a sensory garden. Registration required; register online or call 303-326-8650. Ages 6-12.

Don’t Let Shoe Tying Put Your Kid in Knots

Date:
Jan 28, 2018 10am - noon
Cost:
$20 (includes open gym play after class)
Phone:
646-483-8719

Take your child to a 45-minute shoe tying class for children age 5 and up. Class includes movement activities, read aloud and shoe tying practice. Laces are included in cost.

Homeschool Days

Date:
Oct 23, 2017 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Cost:
Phone:

Learn plants that changed the world through the efforts of early explorers and creative inventors.

Seedlings Classes

Date:
Feb 01, 2019 to Feb 28, 2019
Schedule:
Hours vary by age range
Cost:
$9-$13
Phone:
720-865-3500

Explore the plant world while developing an understanding and appreciation for plants. Seedlings programs are offered for three different age groups. Week of Feb. 6: Fabulous Fungi; Feb. 13: Roses are Red, Violets are Blue; Feb. 20 Tropical Fruit Salad; Feb. 27: The Alphabet Garden

Eco Crafts Creations

Date:
Apr 21, 2018 1 - 2pm
Cost:
$5
Phone:
720-898-7000

Celebrate Earth Day with creative sustainable crafts and decorations. Reuse plastic bottles, toilet paper rolls, and pinecones as you follow instructions or create your own sculpture. Register online. Ages 6-12.

Spring Skateboarding Lessons

Date:
Mar 10, 2018 Noon - 1:30pm
Cost:
$45, $52 for non-Highlands Ranch residents
Phone:
303-791-2710

Learn the basics of skateboarding through this special program called SkateStart Level 1. SkateStart boards will be available to use during class. Perfect for young beginners. Advance registration is required by Monday, March 5. Ages 4-12. Takes place at Redstone Skate Park within the park.

Tinkergarten Trial Classes

Date:
Mar 20, 2018 to May 31, 2018
Cost:
Free
Phone:
413-397-2800

See what a class is like for children ages 0-8 with their parent or caregiver. Experience early childhood learning in the outdoors for play-based kids classes. Classes occur at various parks. Provide your zipcode on the website to find classes and teachers near you.

Shoe Tying Class for Kids

Date:
Jan 29, 2018 10am - noon
Cost:
$15 (includes open gym play after class)
Phone:
646-483-8719

Take your child to a 45-minute shoe tying class for children age 5 and up. Class includes movement activities, read aloud and shoe tying practice. Laces are included in cost.

Cookies and Canvas – Gingerbread House

Date:
Dec 12, 2017 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Cost:
Phone:
303-708-6112

Participants will design and paint their very own delicious ginger bread houses using acrylic on canvas and glitter paint. Create colorful and whimsical holiday themed paintings and enjoy cookies and punch while painting. $25 per program All supplies and goodies included Ages 6-12.

Fall Break Camp: STEM Challenge with Lego

Date:
Nov 19, 2018 to Nov 21, 2018
Cost:
Visit website for resident/nonresident rates
Phone:
303-987-5400

Power up engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of Lego parts. Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture. Activity #346310-02. Registration required. Ages 7-12.

Take Note Music Experience

Date:
Jun 19, 2019 2 - 5pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-865-0920

Attend interactive music workshops led by artists from around the state featuring: Turntable Workshops – Learn to scratch like the pros; and Autotune and Vocals Workshop – Sing with Autotune.

Music Together Demo Classes

Date:
Nov 28, 2017 to May 31, 2019
Schedule:
Ongoing and by appointment
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-413-1120

Try out a research-based children’s music class featuring singing, movement, and instrument play. Ages newborn-5 with caregiver. Siblings welcome. Reservations required online. Classes are also available in Fort Collins, Windsor, Loveland, and Greeley.

Thursday Tot Time

Date:
Feb 14, 2019 10 - 10:45am
Cost:
$1
Phone:
303-658-2796

Go on a small hike and enjoy a nature-based game, craft, or storytime. Online reservations required; use event code #910802. Ages 2-5.

Bug Safari

Date:
Mar 23, 2019 11am - noon
Cost:
$3
Phone:
303-658-2796

Meet invertebrates from around the world and discover more about them and their importance, including a meet-and-greet with Rosie the Tarantula.

Kids Art with Abby

Date:
Oct 01, 2018 to May 31, 2019
Schedule:
Ongoing every Thu, 4-5:30pm. Call to set up a different day/time for groups of 3 or more
Cost:
$30 drop-in; $25 per class for a series of 4
Phone:
303-709-8450

Come be creative with ongoing out-of-the-box art projects, such as papier-mâché monsters, suminagashi, mosaics, and silk painting. Drop-ins welcome; call in advance to check available space.

Family Cooking Class: Pasta Making

Date:
Apr 28, 2019
Cost:
$90 for one child and one adult. $40 for each additional child, maximum of 2 children per adult
Phone:
303-443-9952

Join in for a family cooking class with Pastificio Boulder founder, Claudia Bouvier. Learn the art of making traditional Italian pasta from scratch in this hands-on class. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Bear Cubs Program

Date:
Jul 19, 2018 10 - 11am
Cost:
$5 per child
Phone:
303-697-6159

Learn about the bugs of Bear Creek through stories, songs, and interactive programs. Ages 3-5 with adult. Registration required. Park entry fee required.

Small Settlers

Date:
Jun 04, 2019 to Jun 25, 2019
Schedule:
Tue, 10am
Cost:
$5 nonmember child; free for members and parents
Phone:
720-865-0800

Get a head start in early learning and development for toddlers through history and nature-centered activities designed to engage young minds. Ages 2-5. Call to register.

Music and Movement

Date:
Nov 10, 2017 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
303-335-4821

Join in an early childhood music and movement program. Ages 2-6 with caregiver.

Seedlings Classes

Date:
Apr 01, 2019 to Apr 30, 2019
Schedule:
Hours and dates vary by age. Check website for details
Cost:
$14 nonmember child, $12 member child. Includes one adult entry per registration
Phone:
720-865-3500

Attend a fun, hands-on way for young children to explore the plant world while developing an understanding and appreciation for plants. Seedlings programs are offered for three different age groups and are modified to fit the developmental needs of each group. Week of April 3: A Log’s Life; April 10: Cool Season Veggies; April 17:…

Stapleton: Shoe Tying Class

Date:
Jan 21, 2018
Schedule:
10-10:45am and 11-11:45am
Cost:
$20.
Phone:
646-483-8719

Take your child to a 45-minute shoe tying class for children age 5 and up. Class includes movement activities, read aloud and shoe tying practice. Laces are included in cost.

CU Wizards

Date:
Jan 27, 2018 9:30am - 10:30am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-492-5011

Be informed about the wonders of science, and watch demonstration experiments by renowned University of Colorado professors. This month’s topic is “Speed” with Prof. Eric Cornell. Grades 5-9 recommended.

Seedlings Classes

Date:
Mar 01, 2018 to Mar 31, 2018
Schedule:
Hours and days vary by age group
Cost:
$9-$13
Phone:
720-865-3500

Enjoy a hands-on way for young children to explore the plant world, while developing an understanding and appreciation for plants. Seedlings programs are offered for three different age groups and are modified to fit the developmental needs of each group. Week of March 6: Very Hungry Caterpillars; March 13: Carnivorous Plants up Close; March 20:…

The Write Hour

Date:
Mar 01, 2018 to May 03, 2018
Schedule:
First Thu of the month through May
Cost:
Free
Phone:
720-887-2315

Experiment with different storytelling forms. Learn about the parts of a story, put together a collection of poems that tell a story, and write letters. Presented by Lighthouse Writers Workshop. Ages 8-11. Get a ticket at the children’s desk 30 minutes before the program.

Around the World

Date:
Jan 09, 2018 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-791-7323

Learn about cultures and celebrations from around the globe through different foods and craft projects. Featuring a different country each month.

Build Your Own Opera Workshop

Date:
Jun 10, 2019 to Aug 09, 2019
Cost:
Sign up by emailing Elizabeth Hayes at: education@boulderoperacompany.com
Phone:
303-731-2036

Join in the fun with this improvisational workshop. Learn different improvisational skills, how to write a story from start to end, and how to work with an ensemble. Ages 8-14.

Tinker Time Art Class

Date:
Nov 28, 2017 to May 31, 2018
Schedule:
Sat 10am-noon
Cost:
$12 per hour, $6 additional half hours
Phone:
303-503-1902

Drop in to explore a variety of art stations with different materials. Ages 18 months to 12 years. Reservations suggested.

Kids’ Art in the Park

Date:
Jul 04, 2018 to Aug 01, 2018
Schedule:
July 4, July 18 and Aug. 1, 9am-noon
Cost:
Free
Phone:
970-586-3262

Attend this series that unleashes creative potential through various art forms including painting, sketching, and crafting, discovering that nature is an artist itself. Ages 6-10.

Art Trending for Kids

Date:
Mar 05, 2019 to Mar 26, 2019
Schedule:
Tue 4:30-6pm
Cost:
$25 per class. All supplies are included
Phone:
303-797-1779

Learn how to paint throughout the month of March. Kids will get to create their own acrylic on canvas paintings featuring their favorite trend. Do one painting or all. Each class has a different theme such as Dinosaur Landscape and Superhero Logos. Ages 6-12.

Seedlings

Date:
Jul 30, 2019 to Aug 27, 2019
Schedule:
Week of July 30: Fun in the Sun; Aug. 6: Musical Garden; Aug. 13: Nature’s Art; Aug. 20 Garden Games; Aug. 27: Gnome Homes
Cost:
$14 child, $12 member child, includes one adult entry per registration
Phone:
720-865-3500

Attend a hands­-on way for young children to explore the plant world while developing an understanding and appreciation for plants and their importance. Classes include interactive explorations, nature walks and stories. Ages 18 months to 6 years.

Saturday Art Experience

Date:
Oct 13, 2018 to Dec 15, 2018
Schedule:
Sat, noon for ages 5-8, 1pm for ages 9-12
Cost:
$10 drop-in, $75 for the year
Phone:
303-651-2787

Participate in exhibition-based art activities led by certified art instructors. Participants visit the current exhibition and then create a project from that experience. Ages 5-12. Reservations preferred.

Thursday Tot-Time

Date:
Mar 14, 2019 10 - 10:45am
Cost:
$1
Phone:
303-658-2796

Go on a tot-size hike and enjoy a fun, nature-based craft or game. Ages 2-5.

Shakespeare’s Greatest Hits

Date:
Mar 10, 2018 10am - 3pm
Cost:
$65. Scholarships available
Phone:
303-735-1181

Join in a whirlwind tour of Shakespeare's greatest scenes and speeches. Culminates in an informal showing at 2:30pm. For newcomers and experts. Ages 8-18. Reservations required.

Family Workshop: Pollination Exploration

Date:
Jul 13, 2019 9:30 - 11am
Cost:
$10-$17
Phone:
720-865-3500

Observe pollinators and learn about the process of pollination. Create a pollinator habitat to take home with you. Workshops offer families a hands-on opportunity to learn about the science and enchantment behind the plants in our everyday lives, create tasty treats from scratch, and explore the natural world. Ages 5-10.

School of Snakes

Date:
Feb 16, 2019 10 - 11am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-658-2796

Discover what makes snakes powerful predators of the grasslands. Online reservations required; use event code #910807. Ages 4-8.

Discovery Yoga

Date:
Aug 04, 2018 1 - 2pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-335-4821

Join a yoga class for kids. Use all your senses, learn breathing and relaxation techniques, body and movement awareness, and social skills. Ages 6-12.

Fall Break Camp: Intro to STEM with LEGO

Date:
Nov 19, 2018 to Nov 21, 2018
Cost:
Visit website for resident/nonresident rates
Phone:
303-987-5400

Ratchet up your imagination with tens of thousands of LEGO parts! Design and build projects like motorcycles, castles, airplanes and monorails. Activity #346310-01. Registration required. Ages 5-7.

ArtSmart After School Class

Date:
Feb 05, 2018 to May 07, 2018
Schedule:
Most Mon through May, except holidays
Cost:
$20 per class
Phone:
303-776-2211

Drop off your kids for creative art projects which explore a different art medium each week. Ages 6-14. Reservations required.

Paint A Masterpiece in Nature

Date:
Nov 03, 2018 10 - 11am
Cost:
$15, all supplies included
Phone:
720-898-7405

Create a nature-themed masterpiece in this outdoor, instructor-led, step-by-step tutorial. Ages 5-12. Register online.

Designing Mobile Apps

Date:
Nov 10, 2018 9:30am - 12:30pm
Cost:
Visit website for registration
Phone:
484-905-1230

Work in teams to design a mobile app. Select an app idea, develop a prototype, and present a final product to the class. This session will provide specific tools, techniques, and workflows to help kick off the mobile app idea the right way.

Kids Knitting Classes

Date:
Apr 10, 2018 to May 01, 2018
Schedule:
Tue, 4pm
Cost:
$50 for 4-week session
Phone:
303-604-4374

Enjoy a class for beginning and experienced knitters. Children will enjoy social time and make a hat. Ages 7-12. Reservations required.

Colors of Spring

Date:
May 01, 2018 to May 22, 2018
Cost:
$50 includes all supplies
Phone:
303-797-1779

Create spring themed paintings using acrylic on canvas. Each week participants will paint a different painting based on a spring subject or theme. They will learn about the fundamentals of painting which they will apply to their paintings as well as their own artistic styles. Ages 6-12.

Colorado SPEAKS Stuttering Camp for Teens

Date:
Jun 11, 2018 to Jun 16, 2018
Schedule:
Mon-Fri 9am-4pm, Sat 9am-1pm
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-492-3066

Participate in a camp for kids who stutter, the first of its kind in the state. Created through a collaboration between the CU Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic, Children’s Hospital Colorado, Friends (a local non-profit for children who stutter), and the Scottish Rite Foundation. Ages 12-18. Reservations required: slhcappointments@colorado.edu.

Basic Archery Instruction

Date:
May 13, 2018 to Jun 24, 2018
Schedule:
Sun, May 13 and 27; June 3 and 24, 11am-1pm
Cost:
$7 daily park pass or state parks annual pass required
Phone:
303-659-6005

Join the Barr Lake rangers for this intro-level event. Loaner equipment will be on hand for use during class. Registration is limited and is required by phone. Age 6 and up.

CU Wizards

Date:
Sep 22, 2018 9 - 10:30am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-492-5011

Be informed about the wonders of science, and watch demonstration experiments by renowned University of Colorado professors. This month’s topic is “Illusion and Reality: the Science of Perception” with professor Lew Harvey. Grades 5-9 recommended; all ages welcome.

Open Gym at the J

Date:
Dec 06, 2017 to Jan 31, 2018
Schedule:
Wed 9:30-11am
Cost:
$7 drop-in Punch cards available
Phone:
303-998-1900

Play and learn in the gym with slides, balls, yoga mats, music and more. Ages 0-5.

Stay F.R.E.S.H. Entrepreneur Summer Program

Date:
Jun 06, 2019 to Jun 27, 2019
Schedule:
Thu, noon. Attend one session or all four
Cost:
$30 and up
Phone:
303-854-8079

Attend a course that better equips teens ages 13-19 with a foundation for how to create and run their own business. The program is in collaboration with the Young Americans Center for Financial Education. Attendees will learn a wide range of business and entrepreneur concepts such as sales, advertising, branding, and marketing.

Family Art Making

Date:
Jul 29, 2018 to May 26, 2019
Schedule:
Sun, 9-11am
Cost:
$45 per family
Phone:
303-442-7674

Participate in new art experiences each week with your family, facilitated by an art therapist. Family members will work together to create one piece of art during the session. Reservations required.

Englewood’s Summer Theater

Date:
Jun 03, 2019 to Jul 19, 2019
Schedule:
Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:30-10am
Cost:
$50-$60
Phone:
303-762-2662

Take to the stage in a drama program that inspires children of all abilities to act, sing, and dance. Experience hands-on instruction in vocals, dance, and acting, then participate in live theater. Ages 8-12.

Let’s Go Fly: Make-A-Kite Classes

Date:
Apr 06, 2018 to Apr 07, 2018
Schedule:
April 6, 4pm; April 7, 10am, 11am, 1pm, and 2pm
Cost:
$5, includes all materials
Phone:
720-898-7000

Assemble, decorate, and take home your own sled kite so you can soar with the pros at the Arvada Kite Festival on April 8. Ages 4-10.

Young Yogis in the Park

Date:
Jun 08, 2018 to Jun 29, 2018
Schedule:
June 8, 15, 22, and 29, 10-10:45am (ages 6-12) and 11-11:45am (ages 12-17)
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-791-2710

Take a weekly fun-based yoga class that includes bending, stretching, strengthening, and mindfulness. Ages 6-17 (5 and under can participate with a responsible guardian). Participants will bend, stretch, and strengthen both body and mind in an engaging environment.

French Chef Series

Date:
Jun 25, 2019
Schedule:
2pm and 3pm
Cost:
Included with admission
Phone:
303-433-7444

Practice culinary skills with Alliance Française de Denver, making French cuisine like crepes and pastries. Cooking class program space is limited. Sign up outside the Teaching Kitchen.

Helping Tween Girls THRIVE After Divorce Group

Date:
Oct 17, 2017 to Nov 21, 2017
Cost:
Phone:
720-722-05278

Attend a 5 week group for tween girls (ages 10-13) whose parents are divorced. The group is a safe place to share frustrations, ask questions and connect with other girls with similar experiences. It doesn't matter if your divorce happened years ago, or if it is happening now. Your daughter is invited to join the…

Paint Pouring on Canvas for Kids

Date:
Sep 15, 2018 1 - 3pm
Cost:
$50. Includes all supplies
Phone:
303-797-1779

Learn a new technique for painting without brushes. Students will create vibrant, unique paintings that use the technique of pouring and dripping paint onto canvas, developing interesting shapes and forms as they tip and move the wet paint around. Ages 7-11.

Storybook Yoga

Date:
Aug 03, 2018 10:30 - 11:15am
Cost:
Free
Phone:
303-335-4821

Join a yoga class for kids. Use all your senses, learn breathing and relaxation techniques, body and movement awareness, and social skills. Ages 2-5 with caregiver.

Family Workshop: Pollination Exploration

Date:
Jul 20, 2019 9:30 - 11am
Cost:
$10-$17
Phone:
720-865-3500

Observe pollinators and learn about the process of pollination. Create a pollinator habitat to take home with you. Workshops offer families a hands-on opportunity to learn about the science and enchantment behind the plants in our everyday lives, create tasty treats from scratch, and explore the natural world. Ages 5-10.

Small Settlers

Date:
May 01, 2018 to Sep 25, 2018
Schedule:
Tue
Cost:
$5 nonmember child, free for members and parents/caregivers
Phone:
720-865-0800

Get a head start in early learning and development for toddlers through history and nature-centered activities designed to engage young minds. Ages 2-5. Call to register.

Cats & Canines Holiday Camp

Date:
Nov 19, 2018 to Nov 20, 2018
Cost:
$50/day. After-care available $6/day
Phone:
720-306-8000

Study the difference between bobcats and lynx, and learn about the coyotes and foxes of our state with SPREE (South Platte River Environmental Education) holiday camps. Age 6-5th grade.

Seedlings Classes

Date:
May 01, 2019 to May 31, 2019
Schedule:
Week of May 1: Teddy Bear Picnic; May 8: A Rainbow of Wildflowers; May 15: Pick a Salad; May 22: Dig It; May 29: Homemade Lemonade.
Cost:
$14 child, $12 member child, includes one adult entry per registration
Phone:
720-865-3500

Explore the plant world while developing an understanding and appreciation for plants and their importance. Classes include interactive explorations, nature walks and stories for children and their caregivers. Ages 18 months-6 years.

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