tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86484289689825734422024-03-13T06:47:25.242-06:00Little HiccupsLittle Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.comBlogger1028125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-5725729905197104192024-03-07T14:31:00.006-07:002024-03-07T14:31:40.120-07:00Spring Break in Colorado: Indoor Fun<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Can you believe that Spring Break is only a few weeks away? </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Wasn't it only just Winter Break? Didn't the school year start, like, yesterday?</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you're in Colorado and planning on staying locally for the break, or if you're visiting Colorado from out of state, I'm here to help you out with some fantastic places to visit while the kids are off school.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Today I'm sharing my favorite indoor adventures with kids. That week off school may be called Spring Break, but that doesn't mean we're guaranteed Spring weather. In fact, in my experience, it tends to be snowy! So it's good to have an arsenal of indoor fun ideas ready for when the weather isn't so great - or for anytime, really. These places are all such fun that you'll want to visit no matter what the weather is like outside!</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Let's take a look...</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvicIeZKqV9OJC7J-kXftRCg5wIc9zz2vs-H7NaZjzMdtm3K4bYp8aeZC8SA7xZmJrRDEeDtVHUHTMJvkKt_TlzLwuAq7UXopFmchvTQfrcYbA_uWnDMV8LoYUBpsKjKv-eCbTRHLPT5MF70-0YwzQG4vscQ0tC91Dq7ty2z3O3yHQKxF0ZiL3zh6ZFQQ/s3559/IMG_7325.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3559" data-original-width="2669" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvicIeZKqV9OJC7J-kXftRCg5wIc9zz2vs-H7NaZjzMdtm3K4bYp8aeZC8SA7xZmJrRDEeDtVHUHTMJvkKt_TlzLwuAq7UXopFmchvTQfrcYbA_uWnDMV8LoYUBpsKjKv-eCbTRHLPT5MF70-0YwzQG4vscQ0tC91Dq7ty2z3O3yHQKxF0ZiL3zh6ZFQQ/w480-h640/IMG_7325.jpeg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ8XHW9IlsEinEf6_0NT1HJryYc1VldDalJxWT4rtN-jCJ-wnaSloiMPXBs1UfJHoy67F7bj05f3uyvO_IM-0XUaYiUCmM5QZG5ETiDaflHLz0_zFt0RaNPRO6tbw_QxK-EW3QNSQp7PPOtNEvmL5GuUREGERr4N7GFs3VqOwSgfVx1QKewqTYjYQ8xlU/s5184/P7112624.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4VgN0NnlTDAjjXTX1e3LAfn9sLad1-1vSuKOCCw_DYYpapDcGC3g5bXgZCnWlJahWS90-Jh9x627SHaG6-486mbtCRSfxGF7nl7QmZpsCCh0AWvCudsXWhpqm6wSHW1jyIm3uZwUHwU3OrxSjOKy_JlddCk-YpyWBchyphenhyphenNtmj5LdaURb3-GVKSHCSqqKM/w640-h480/P1278972.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span><a name='more'></a></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Meow Wolf Convergence Station</span></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Where do I even begin to explain Meow Wolf Convergence Station? It's one of those places that really needs to be seen to be believed. Think of it as an immersive art exhibition combined with a whole new dimension and you're part way there. Convergence Station is like many different worlds contained in the one building. Worlds filled with colors, sounds, creatures, and technology beyond your wildest imagination. I really can't explain it in a way that does it justice, so you'll just have to go see it for yourself. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Convergence Station is located at 1338 1st Street, Denver.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">For more information visit <a href="https://meowwolf.com/visit/denver" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://meowwolf.com/visit/denver</a></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You can see our visits to Meow Wolf Convergence Station at the links below: </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/09/meow-wolf-convergence-station.html " target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/09/meow-wolf-convergence-station.html </span></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CfPCpdIg8Ga/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">https://www.instagram.com/p/CfPCpdIg8Ga/</span></a></u></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cz7LR-vA_Dn/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cz7LR-vA_Dn/</span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_AJxxDc2BfHtUBaMe0RSWW-NhCQF1Ck7g3N5mOMccDvothJccpxAcr2MNc2KRmTBkZtM2zDVkNRT5rTNiFXrRSt7eF6He-qcwH1envMF6ijB5S5zJsZgEMlIoNGwKZ1jQGvNdn4pvovFFZQjfiCg7wQU-HKNZuHZoygcr7j3Mj2Png7z-iRc_kwQzG1k/s5184/PA158044.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_AJxxDc2BfHtUBaMe0RSWW-NhCQF1Ck7g3N5mOMccDvothJccpxAcr2MNc2KRmTBkZtM2zDVkNRT5rTNiFXrRSt7eF6He-qcwH1envMF6ijB5S5zJsZgEMlIoNGwKZ1jQGvNdn4pvovFFZQjfiCg7wQU-HKNZuHZoygcr7j3Mj2Png7z-iRc_kwQzG1k/w640-h480/PA158044.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwCE3MtUd1LJmfYoVbdSeqgCdYSQRE18rPfUPy2qLNzXIDKD7RECcUcjLxCoZDrmF1VIplqKDJ4DsxhxVCE2xAAoqfgtkiDJ1J9bw2No4wL9VjGjLVQnUezkLyZLA70LqjHeUw9FhyphenhyphenGmlQD5NDGGQQdqhVkHozuwUZKpTbZebVMIKuStIY9xGmh4S33Uc/s5184/P9143705.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwCE3MtUd1LJmfYoVbdSeqgCdYSQRE18rPfUPy2qLNzXIDKD7RECcUcjLxCoZDrmF1VIplqKDJ4DsxhxVCE2xAAoqfgtkiDJ1J9bw2No4wL9VjGjLVQnUezkLyZLA70LqjHeUw9FhyphenhyphenGmlQD5NDGGQQdqhVkHozuwUZKpTbZebVMIKuStIY9xGmh4S33Uc/w640-h480/P9143705.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Museum of Illusions</span></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Want to hang upside down in an RTD train car or off the side of a two story building? Ok, those examples aren't so safe in real life, and I definitely don't recommend trying them, BUT they are super fun if they're an illusion! At Museum of Illusions visitors can find themselves creating all sort of strange illusions and images just likes examples. You'll find mirrored rooms that create endless images, optical illusions that will blow your mind, puzzles that will have your brain in a knot, and so much more. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Museum of Illusions is located at <span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">951 16th Street Mall, Denver</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">For more information visit <a href="https://moidenver.com/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;" target="_blank">www.moidenver.com</a></span></span><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You can see our visit to Museum of Illusions at the links below:</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2023/11/museum-of-illusions-denver.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2023/11/museum-of-illusions-denver.html</span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzXKETRgX6s/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzXKETRgX6s/</span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6SXsSNmwr9c5q2u6lAhBXrokAhqldOlSDZY9ZKXPvihTfk3LehHKlWfCUHrC2ZWMmvptKpAVT082P28ke8jDWhl7i0eczxcsqjjw-j2gFrDFnbPJJgfTe_sTA5cdgMWSa2GEptBkwTdMvPz0fvJuBGcr43X4YREouHKidh3RqJxAQV_2RVBRGoNUc6kU/s4032/IMG_7383.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6SXsSNmwr9c5q2u6lAhBXrokAhqldOlSDZY9ZKXPvihTfk3LehHKlWfCUHrC2ZWMmvptKpAVT082P28ke8jDWhl7i0eczxcsqjjw-j2gFrDFnbPJJgfTe_sTA5cdgMWSa2GEptBkwTdMvPz0fvJuBGcr43X4YREouHKidh3RqJxAQV_2RVBRGoNUc6kU/w640-h480/IMG_7383.jpeg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIcmXLd5UYqvQYucBumgnIn5XzMC5b8kfUqnyPxsuWra5nFhwuCbXVybuBc0S94Bm7whptKsS_4PftC02XXOQhPi0foSs2rP21KcUmydTPkO3KJZUs74gRuEMVQ6zHpMw-KnZBn_1WN7IWaEtYOCj-JpsF7t1PwPwuvgOl3i3ebJA7Tz-PjIBX-HaZmdU/s4032/IMG_7481.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIcmXLd5UYqvQYucBumgnIn5XzMC5b8kfUqnyPxsuWra5nFhwuCbXVybuBc0S94Bm7whptKsS_4PftC02XXOQhPi0foSs2rP21KcUmydTPkO3KJZUs74gRuEMVQ6zHpMw-KnZBn_1WN7IWaEtYOCj-JpsF7t1PwPwuvgOl3i3ebJA7Tz-PjIBX-HaZmdU/w480-h640/IMG_7481.jpeg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Prismajic Shiki's Dream</span></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Another fun immersive experience, Prismajic brings together art and technology in an enchanted forest environment. Visitors will find themselves in a magical landscape filled with forest spirits, waterfalls, miniature worlds, and hidden surprises that glow in the dark with the use of special flashlights. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Prismajic is also home to The Night Owls Bar which features a menu of delicious mocktails, cocktails and bar snacks. A must stop for something tasty after exploring the forest. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Prismajic is located at <span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">suite 359 in the Colorado Mills Mall, 14500 W Colfax Avenue, Lakewood.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">For more information visit </span><b style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://prismajic.com/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration: none;">https://prismajic.com/</a></u></b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">You can see our visit to Prismajic Shiki Dreams at the links below:</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2024/02/prismajic-shiki-dreams.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2024/02/prismajic-shiki-dreams.html</span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C3HOWoAg_7q/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">https://www.instagram.com/p/C3HOWoAg_7q/</span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_2TSAXDj_iQIkRrfhsUuijMPWkR822w9kXWlhWjdJqURbjGRzi-ZFrlfoTyhB9jfQQ44GekCHsBorF2mqEWg36u-DI_vYyZFoj_lclo4xR7VdY02dNbqsneyeTEjM8kQIj5cE2SArniC0dnauZmcdKGfFdnC-adT1qsCM73FheOQILCI-NtVs0yZSa8s/s3827/IMG_3220.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3827" data-original-width="2870" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_2TSAXDj_iQIkRrfhsUuijMPWkR822w9kXWlhWjdJqURbjGRzi-ZFrlfoTyhB9jfQQ44GekCHsBorF2mqEWg36u-DI_vYyZFoj_lclo4xR7VdY02dNbqsneyeTEjM8kQIj5cE2SArniC0dnauZmcdKGfFdnC-adT1qsCM73FheOQILCI-NtVs0yZSa8s/w480-h640/IMG_3220.jpeg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio1m3ofR0KnPPZPdd55JXiZxR9vppqG2TrcH8bGYt3T9WsWPL3FkeZyT8VXsdmBBc565JWG4-oAg6XecmpZYKx88a0AKAcTt1PnRLEQGglc-Z48KB0P0V3NmxP1rMRQL7oZptDn2aBGUJCzN663b3JDfUQEQT7w4f8O6LUpP59ZbpoAJNnGrjWDnrXj-c/s4891/P1279031.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4891" data-original-width="3668" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio1m3ofR0KnPPZPdd55JXiZxR9vppqG2TrcH8bGYt3T9WsWPL3FkeZyT8VXsdmBBc565JWG4-oAg6XecmpZYKx88a0AKAcTt1PnRLEQGglc-Z48KB0P0V3NmxP1rMRQL7oZptDn2aBGUJCzN663b3JDfUQEQT7w4f8O6LUpP59ZbpoAJNnGrjWDnrXj-c/w480-h640/P1279031.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Denver Museum of Nature & Science</span></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Denver Museum of Nature & Science is a big hit with the whole family. With exhibitions focusing on dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures, Colorado's geologic treasures, the human body, wildlife, ancient Egypt, Native American cultures, and space there really is something for everyone. The museum is home to a wealth of hands on exhibitions that are sure to keep kids of all ages entertained. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Denver Museum of Nature & Science is located at 2001 Colorado Boulevard, Denver.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">For more information visit <u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.dmns.org/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">https://www.dmns.org/</a></u></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcaFlMRqe9khbc395vCMVfJSarKMzgjsYt4G8ctmdpDOBQzQiuVc9se5ywxCe9bx048JLih3QCkaP6RTVxCfI3mGLWAMpnhpXehPXB_7t_1RN3e047pKOgjjLovAbIw2_YoH63aAMXgYoXiG2zLnT91GbCMgCqL0pdkJRWvUALqpBRvX-rx4vCIZuG98o/s4722/P7112449.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3541" data-original-width="4722" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcaFlMRqe9khbc395vCMVfJSarKMzgjsYt4G8ctmdpDOBQzQiuVc9se5ywxCe9bx048JLih3QCkaP6RTVxCfI3mGLWAMpnhpXehPXB_7t_1RN3e047pKOgjjLovAbIw2_YoH63aAMXgYoXiG2zLnT91GbCMgCqL0pdkJRWvUALqpBRvX-rx4vCIZuG98o/w640-h480/P7112449.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp5VyO8ueiqf_5EKd2s1H7HVZ4rWD1L5xJhpkCcpuCERRNPw6MXPDQokfnszZYvKe9HnsBAxbA35xuCIJ6J__3WsblBZASp52xbnmhEJf0U0e6RFYEFKYrTEkupdgyXzRDGVq6-SoiP3qzXt9ajjb9GdkSxQBCmahewCLCubeUc2UxQkXtznWEPuz3WEo/s5184/P7112576.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp5VyO8ueiqf_5EKd2s1H7HVZ4rWD1L5xJhpkCcpuCERRNPw6MXPDQokfnszZYvKe9HnsBAxbA35xuCIJ6J__3WsblBZASp52xbnmhEJf0U0e6RFYEFKYrTEkupdgyXzRDGVq6-SoiP3qzXt9ajjb9GdkSxQBCmahewCLCubeUc2UxQkXtznWEPuz3WEo/w640-h480/P7112576.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Spectra Art Space Spookadelia</span></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Spookadelia is an amazing indoor and outdoor immersive experience at Spectra Art Space. Visitors will find a world of colorful and whimsical art with interactive displays, a digital scavenger hunt, and otherworldly characters around every corner. With slightly spooky vibes, you'll find quirky exhibits that will delight visitors of all ages. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Spectra Art Space is located at <span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">1836 S Broadway, Denver.</span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">For more information visit<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://spectraartspace.com/spookadelia/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://spectraartspace.com/spookadelia/</a></u></span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You can see our visit to Spookadelia at the links below:</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2024/01/spookadelia-doubts-echo.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2024/01/spookadelia-doubts-echo.html</span></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C2A70QjAWUF/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">https://www.instagram.com/p/C2A70QjAWUF/</span></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-6bsZvsooBbyRqrluXIk-P-zDvIxkqBph4Jb9aijY6IJN-uAiNw0ZUaBSdxRh948Ap4QUGGDNBbv_RnA2EkgPYiBQX8uAn5uqC42bPxnj-hQ3do8cwod2BlVB7ay9ou3YXn0kZZhsAnqOtLO6dQ9fjsFiZDNlOFuZ9LgNAm4ntTyKK2IMgjGhHO1EFU4/s4032/IMG_2565.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-6bsZvsooBbyRqrluXIk-P-zDvIxkqBph4Jb9aijY6IJN-uAiNw0ZUaBSdxRh948Ap4QUGGDNBbv_RnA2EkgPYiBQX8uAn5uqC42bPxnj-hQ3do8cwod2BlVB7ay9ou3YXn0kZZhsAnqOtLO6dQ9fjsFiZDNlOFuZ9LgNAm4ntTyKK2IMgjGhHO1EFU4/w480-h640/IMG_2565.jpeg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiprBwuesr2ahHjzNE7PYjr2gSUtkVtuFx2F-2fyfhRfjbNFy9pd4sbFGRG5fPP1y6b6XqnXaQvMNc7ARmeOdoisZ-c5MKyyYRJB1gl6GBarPbMBCTkdBh9NdCZ3xJCO2-tlt4UYYBAgQgGZaqiUb924PUmsY0uNPh7a9Lnd5oiqQN2o-dH5GXoqwXKRMg/s3772/IMG_2675.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3772" data-original-width="2829" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiprBwuesr2ahHjzNE7PYjr2gSUtkVtuFx2F-2fyfhRfjbNFy9pd4sbFGRG5fPP1y6b6XqnXaQvMNc7ARmeOdoisZ-c5MKyyYRJB1gl6GBarPbMBCTkdBh9NdCZ3xJCO2-tlt4UYYBAgQgGZaqiUb924PUmsY0uNPh7a9Lnd5oiqQN2o-dH5GXoqwXKRMg/w480-h640/IMG_2675.jpeg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Denver Selfie Museum</span></u></b></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ok, this one is a little different to your usual museum. In fact, it's really only a museum in name - unless you consider yourself part of the exhibition! Denver Selfie Museum is an interactive gallery filled with props and photo set ups where visitors can take fun selfies. </span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Denver Selfie Museum is located at 1531 Stout Street Suite 102, Denver</span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">For more information visit <u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://denverselfiemuseum.com/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">https://denverselfiemuseum.com/</a></u></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You can see our visit to Denver Selfie Museum here: </span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/06/our-visit-to-denver-selfie-museum.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/06/our-visit-to-denver-selfie-museum.html</span></a></u></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKAYzCMa6Z07FZpNM4PEzfCWWJ_qOBuPSIeDOmo-eQ9ikZaynVf6F_LhKGls1l8cQo_B2_5ZFWehgqLwUOk7Dws-s_fZ7C9_QOvcMSfqnxZ7_6hyphenhyphenS3Oo6Kfm8RKLbDGH4BKz7BQimkGNBfMiaAOppclYZMEsFWMzqNjXLdovzRxEsuLvhA7zAeEkRaAl4/s5076/P8053781.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3807" data-original-width="5076" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKAYzCMa6Z07FZpNM4PEzfCWWJ_qOBuPSIeDOmo-eQ9ikZaynVf6F_LhKGls1l8cQo_B2_5ZFWehgqLwUOk7Dws-s_fZ7C9_QOvcMSfqnxZ7_6hyphenhyphenS3Oo6Kfm8RKLbDGH4BKz7BQimkGNBfMiaAOppclYZMEsFWMzqNjXLdovzRxEsuLvhA7zAeEkRaAl4/w640-h480/P8053781.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0m3mBp2S_sEMvRQWjxss0keOpvs9Lm3foNZdplngWzKn1S6U_6ArPXJsYE-UgPnz5ZX41GqE_St8pgCOetbF2lVUQ65QEtrOYK5XYMU7v3WC3tbIsSd3TtPpG5YLDy7I5aOlM6qtyUYSWA6tWqpoLc0uFBFFwe_Cjg73od8oZdYy4-mJspjQsIrsI-VE/s4921/P8053982.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4921" data-original-width="3691" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0m3mBp2S_sEMvRQWjxss0keOpvs9Lm3foNZdplngWzKn1S6U_6ArPXJsYE-UgPnz5ZX41GqE_St8pgCOetbF2lVUQ65QEtrOYK5XYMU7v3WC3tbIsSd3TtPpG5YLDy7I5aOlM6qtyUYSWA6tWqpoLc0uFBFFwe_Cjg73od8oZdYy4-mJspjQsIrsI-VE/w480-h640/P8053982.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Denver Art Museum</span></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Located in Downtown Denver, the Denver Art Museum is a great spot for tourists and locals alike. The museum is home to permanent and temporary collections covering a wealth of art, design and culture from all over the world and throughout history. The building itself is a work of art and you'll find several large sculptures outside including the iconic "Big Sweep" dustpan and broom sculpture located by the main entrance. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Denver Art Museum is located at 100 W 14th Avenue Parkway, Denver.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">For more information visit <u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.denverartmuseum.org/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">https://www.denverartmuseum.org/</a></u></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You can see our visit to Denver Art Museum here:<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/07/denver-art-museum.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/07/denver-art-museum.html</a></u></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_Vv6KW2FBrTeiV2EIpI2DSjMn2Z7nSsengxzzFVWWVlC4IW2_SvZMob7mV-B3KqM7AXDPP0N9OVL48TreraaaG-TtkizJdzyPiRGCzFPO-cVFXrUi8-9bO3UMMvt74csqcq5udvaDquyp60nlmToEV1CboyRBLrai3nFMgWrhw9Z7QS3tO5TU2B-bGsU/s4844/P6174708.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3633" data-original-width="4844" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_Vv6KW2FBrTeiV2EIpI2DSjMn2Z7nSsengxzzFVWWVlC4IW2_SvZMob7mV-B3KqM7AXDPP0N9OVL48TreraaaG-TtkizJdzyPiRGCzFPO-cVFXrUi8-9bO3UMMvt74csqcq5udvaDquyp60nlmToEV1CboyRBLrai3nFMgWrhw9Z7QS3tO5TU2B-bGsU/w640-h480/P6174708.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNLRNFfk4q5651LYXV0IMrgdr0OFhJ4sn-stsrmqrcyELKrPmPa0Bo4SEfo3QsF-ezPIBEEFIBUdM8wRjvhfXJcD67hCgsz4xFQLYuJRhDTQms4eMFokOokKRc_q3RQLexgGNs6J0F59eWp4o625rbkaeBNrIZA2lwMalqhTrm8JwPNspD7rniUKqrThY/s4749/P6174877.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3562" data-original-width="4749" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNLRNFfk4q5651LYXV0IMrgdr0OFhJ4sn-stsrmqrcyELKrPmPa0Bo4SEfo3QsF-ezPIBEEFIBUdM8wRjvhfXJcD67hCgsz4xFQLYuJRhDTQms4eMFokOokKRc_q3RQLexgGNs6J0F59eWp4o625rbkaeBNrIZA2lwMalqhTrm8JwPNspD7rniUKqrThY/w640-h480/P6174877.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Hammond's Candies Factory</span></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ever wondered what a candy factory really looks like? There may be no chocolate river or workforce of Oompa Loompas, but Hammond's Candies Factory in Denver is a delight to visit all the same. Tours of this classic candy factory are free and a must do for Colorado kids - and adults too! Visitors will get the chance to see a variety of candy being made by hand, learn about the history of Hammond's Candies, taste some classics, and shop the factory store.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Hammond's Candies Factory is located at <span face="Roboto, arial, sans-serif" style="color: #202124;">5735 Washington St, Denver</span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">For more information visit <a href="https://hammondscandies.com/pages/factory-tours-new" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://hammondscandies.com/pages/factory-tours-new</a> </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7WjGvqcZXmX-nN_kj488V0hUoXh31CdAwVqMLHRHdYeK4Ggj_j58cu0-GhWxELlUFahmZrMZP0AqrrmiS-F8DhnVhVy9kytsVlYIQiiM232ApUerkXSc9bTYz8E5PdaGTbNtG4mdbv6n9knGkWG4qFJ_xkuA9yLnAwQhN8zsm1dtXgaq4-L8Yims7LaM/s2756/IMG_5036.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2068" data-original-width="2756" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7WjGvqcZXmX-nN_kj488V0hUoXh31CdAwVqMLHRHdYeK4Ggj_j58cu0-GhWxELlUFahmZrMZP0AqrrmiS-F8DhnVhVy9kytsVlYIQiiM232ApUerkXSc9bTYz8E5PdaGTbNtG4mdbv6n9knGkWG4qFJ_xkuA9yLnAwQhN8zsm1dtXgaq4-L8Yims7LaM/w640-h480/IMG_5036.jpeg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjUVZOrTMhFgvT0sZm6hTV3KEcX9eWVaTofLifw1Y0nF1FQ_jq-nR3wOoC_0z1M9gxLCtnvhejmadRsN1sr7WxBUb9imTiSYBi8HYHcVzFRNsr_nk42AJbWt6UmKVm1Y3qIUng8QmjGFLU8s850l6jjxky3K8w2qno65AhAkn4Rz2V4sARB6P3N6G-LKs/s4032/IMG_5060.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjUVZOrTMhFgvT0sZm6hTV3KEcX9eWVaTofLifw1Y0nF1FQ_jq-nR3wOoC_0z1M9gxLCtnvhejmadRsN1sr7WxBUb9imTiSYBi8HYHcVzFRNsr_nk42AJbWt6UmKVm1Y3qIUng8QmjGFLU8s850l6jjxky3K8w2qno65AhAkn4Rz2V4sARB6P3N6G-LKs/w480-h640/IMG_5060.jpeg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Denver's Downtown Aquarium</span></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></u></b></div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Denver's Downtown Aquarium is located, you guessed it, right in Downtown Denver. It's a great place to visit in conjunction with nearby attractions such as Elitch Gardens, Meow Wolf and Children's Museum. This aquarium is on the small side compared to others that we have visited but has plenty of aquatic (and not aquatic) life on display. Visitors will find touch pools, a glass tunnel with fish swimming overhead, and a wealth of life in displays ranging from wharves, coral reefs, lagoons, and even deserts.</span></div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Denver's Downtown Aquarium is located at 700 Water Street, Denver.</span></div><div class="google-auto-placed ap_container" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; height: auto; text-align: center; width: 590px;"><ins class="adsbygoogle adsbygoogle-noablate" data-ad-client="ca-pub-2657095638066872" data-ad-format="auto" data-ad-status="unfilled" data-adsbygoogle-status="done" style="background-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; height: 0px; margin: auto;"><div aria-label="Advertisement" id="aswift_5_host" style="background-color: transparent; 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border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: 0px; left: 0px; position: absolute; top: 0px; width: 590px;" vspace="0" width="590"></iframe></span></div></ins></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">For more information visit <u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.aquariumrestaurants.com/downtownaquariumdenver" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">https://www.aquariumrestaurants.com/downtownaquariumdenver</a></u></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwxC_eLSg6EKkgbLYNFYh7eyvt07imWQ_O1r7IamXiiXh1TvmWFnpmm9ACd0OuDAQSJ6Ub8Fc3qB4MOMMqcGN_FlogiWa47ML8gSO-v5whnW0mis5Kkf0BE05rjH8czmvDH8AFkbt_81S3B22SxoISr3nhtjqPU7AR7G0QAD1qYqjBUSP3Ve7rZOPRAmo/s5092/P7102358.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3819" data-original-width="5092" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwxC_eLSg6EKkgbLYNFYh7eyvt07imWQ_O1r7IamXiiXh1TvmWFnpmm9ACd0OuDAQSJ6Ub8Fc3qB4MOMMqcGN_FlogiWa47ML8gSO-v5whnW0mis5Kkf0BE05rjH8czmvDH8AFkbt_81S3B22SxoISr3nhtjqPU7AR7G0QAD1qYqjBUSP3Ve7rZOPRAmo/w640-h480/P7102358.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Verse Denver</span></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Got kids who love playing computer games? Verse Denver is a must visit for anyone who enjoys immersing themselves in a digital world. Verse Denver is an augmented reality experience. Like virtual reality, visitors wear a headset through which a digital world can be seen. Unlike virtual reality, the real world can also be seen. This means that there's no need to stay in one place and visitors are able to wander the entire exhibition space on a treasure hunt. There are three different experiences on offer: "Art of the Future" a virtual art gallery, "Starwalk 2.0" which takes players through space, and "The Unreal Garden" which features creatures from land and sea.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Verse Denver is located at<span face="-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif"> </span><span face="-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif">Southwest Plaza Mall, 8501 W Bowles Ave, Littleton.</span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">For more information visit <a href="https://www.versedenver.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.versedenver.com/</a></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You can see our visit to Verse Denver at the link below:</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C3VtRPQA0S2/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/p/C3VtRPQA0S2/</a></span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRAXT4AJEmmBPmqMWTOl0Cqc39mMdPOym1Ylxtw3FdBS4o-nQsuYX7PQQfL3nz84HNQWjwRL5RDjfFsmON_GMmRlD9i6qNIOkFfhww3VBXYWFj9pNziavaDG2i5L4kVK-KGCv0P76ZL8B7H4WhyphenhyphenQ_Dc0ExTU6HavTOarUwMw9GtYQMK7NrIkz5x3SNOpk/s4032/IMG_3470.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRAXT4AJEmmBPmqMWTOl0Cqc39mMdPOym1Ylxtw3FdBS4o-nQsuYX7PQQfL3nz84HNQWjwRL5RDjfFsmON_GMmRlD9i6qNIOkFfhww3VBXYWFj9pNziavaDG2i5L4kVK-KGCv0P76ZL8B7H4WhyphenhyphenQ_Dc0ExTU6HavTOarUwMw9GtYQMK7NrIkz5x3SNOpk/w480-h640/IMG_3470.jpeg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Children's Museum</span></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">A Denver institution, Children's Museum has been delighting Colorado kids for since 1973 when it began as a traveling experience. It has been in its current location since 1984 and has seen much growth since that time. With indoor and outdoor attractions, kids you'll find year round fun for toddlers and young kids. My kids are a little old for most of the indoor play areas, but we're keen to visit when the Adventure Forest, the outdoor climbing space, reopens for the season in May. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Children's Museum is located at 2121 Children's Museum Drive, Denver.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">For more information visit <u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.mychildsmuseum.org/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">https://www.mychildsmuseum.org/</a></u></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Butterfly Pavilion</span></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">It may be grey and chilly outside, but a visit to the Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster will make you feel like you've escaped to the tropics! The highlight of any visit is the large butterfly enclosure, where thousands of colorful butterflies flutter among the tropical plants. If you're lucky, one might even land on you! The museum also includes an indoor area with many varieties of insect and arachnid on display. Visitors will have the chance to hold Rosie the tarantula. An aquarium room features colorful fish on display as well as touch pools with tide pool creatures.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Butterfly Pavilion is located at 6252 W 104th Avenue, Westminster.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">For more information visit <a href="https://butterflies.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://butterflies.org/</a></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj56eUTgFurC3whavAdj4Zba3YpPJCSN-5A6OzJA_MenPbTMuNaM7nb_eLM8t0uHCI0k9Uxcqw-WKegRDweaCabnudzZsFU4J5e0Zrf1SELHi_tOIYjcvyJ0b3masxCs7CjRwJXSaKpnQyAW8zrbxN34lIhvms85R3z5G50KP7qHsrr6aKVILhuPIh51Lo/s1638/IMG_4716.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1638" data-original-width="1170" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj56eUTgFurC3whavAdj4Zba3YpPJCSN-5A6OzJA_MenPbTMuNaM7nb_eLM8t0uHCI0k9Uxcqw-WKegRDweaCabnudzZsFU4J5e0Zrf1SELHi_tOIYjcvyJ0b3masxCs7CjRwJXSaKpnQyAW8zrbxN34lIhvms85R3z5G50KP7qHsrr6aKVILhuPIh51Lo/w458-h640/IMG_4716.jpeg" width="458" /></span></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge_bhFCdaMKs6TjpbgR7yU2LZtxulUy-jFRVfJDAB517d8VjTHQKchtaur0pARZ1DPsKwA2RFouYVdiWRKhtHO-Dd6AvqN_aYQd8i0Tq7BIuA8M5lQRuR4w4zcULtjt6OJmSNQjsVPCpCOVUhm_ZogUePNprmFESVmXB8fJ3a_GXNB49UIK9AZw-uowRw/s1638/IMG_4715.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1638" data-original-width="1170" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge_bhFCdaMKs6TjpbgR7yU2LZtxulUy-jFRVfJDAB517d8VjTHQKchtaur0pARZ1DPsKwA2RFouYVdiWRKhtHO-Dd6AvqN_aYQd8i0Tq7BIuA8M5lQRuR4w4zcULtjt6OJmSNQjsVPCpCOVUhm_ZogUePNprmFESVmXB8fJ3a_GXNB49UIK9AZw-uowRw/w458-h640/IMG_4715.jpeg" width="458" /></span></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Celestial Seasonings Tea Factory</span></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Another fun factory tour! Visiting the Celestial Seasonings Tea factory has long been a must do for locals and visitors alike. Located in Boulder, the tea factory tours are run on the hour most week days and Saturdays. The tour includes a look at the various sections of the factory where the ingredients are sorted, processed into teabags, and packaged up ready to sell. The visitor center includes unlimited tastings, as well as a small museum featuring the original artworks from Celestial Seasonings packaging, ornate tea pots and various artifacts from the company's past.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Celestial Seasonings Tea Factory is located at 4600 Sleepytime Drive, Boulder.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">For more information visit <a href="https://celestialseasonings.com/pages/tea-tour" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://celestialseasonings.com/pages/tea-tour</a></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP0dgNY9BQDFCkLl1Gc2BbyfB58ygq6oxtg1zxprvqWAPFdfu098RD7gKyK9R-e5aLZhOJ8QPvSEIAZEbhqp-9PRe6MGlckSUyXRTniMTd1gbCjzkbSaH31BuLBcGQi568yXA5vGS-Yc43QlmRL0oTpLsWyjWgSO2qKJ_QkFCOzshWEytjeo_gXTlLc7M/s3713/IMG_4028.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3713" data-original-width="2784" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP0dgNY9BQDFCkLl1Gc2BbyfB58ygq6oxtg1zxprvqWAPFdfu098RD7gKyK9R-e5aLZhOJ8QPvSEIAZEbhqp-9PRe6MGlckSUyXRTniMTd1gbCjzkbSaH31BuLBcGQi568yXA5vGS-Yc43QlmRL0oTpLsWyjWgSO2qKJ_QkFCOzshWEytjeo_gXTlLc7M/w480-h640/IMG_4028.jpeg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTUwHU4X4tjlkw3OzV0pMi4-qhyt-iZPmDm96S2OuuzkuKNLMj-lml7Ox-JE3WIskdXzUPeCSD4zOD__8CexF4vHasBtTsf2EEIbCOVQCpnAPMbPdMf8dZVCZCsMizUrZq7Zs8E2afJ-GLVIbg7ko0Dp98gNdAkEiCH2m4NGzMs9TMoahOC9-iwnKiiPM/s2932/IMG_4048.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2199" data-original-width="2932" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTUwHU4X4tjlkw3OzV0pMi4-qhyt-iZPmDm96S2OuuzkuKNLMj-lml7Ox-JE3WIskdXzUPeCSD4zOD__8CexF4vHasBtTsf2EEIbCOVQCpnAPMbPdMf8dZVCZCsMizUrZq7Zs8E2afJ-GLVIbg7ko0Dp98gNdAkEiCH2m4NGzMs9TMoahOC9-iwnKiiPM/w640-h480/IMG_4048.jpeg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Will you be staying local or visiting Colorado this Spring Break?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Stay tuned for all my favorite outdoor locations coming soon!</span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-7050474939942318092024-02-25T22:25:00.000-07:002024-02-25T22:25:15.010-07:0030 Tips for Taking the Best Street Art Photos with KidsIf you've been following Little Hiccups for a while, especially on Instagram, then you'll know that I'm a big fan of street art - and an even bigger fan of taking photos of my kids with street art! Shots of my kids with colorful murals have kind of become my signature post over the years.<br />
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Now, I'm far from being a pro when it comes to photography, but I do take a LOT of photos of my kids with murals, so today I thought I'd share some of my tips for getting all sorts of fun shots. Because I'm not a photographer you know that these are all things you'll be able to easily replicate yourself with minimal photography skills. Whether you're shooting with a DSLR or phone camera all of these tips are ideas that you can use. You know what? These even all work for getting fun pics of your kids even if there's not a mural in the background too. But life is always more fun with more color!<div><br /></div><div>This is a long post because I have so many tips for you and a lot of inspiration photos to share. Make sure to save it. If you scroll to the bottom you'll find some Pinterest posts you can save for later.<br /><div><br /></div><div>So, read on for all my best tips for capturing fun and colorful shot of your kids... </div><div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQ_ttcrpzfYiwrn5p0lSeDiyW4yJct6gukLCWSNxSk1PSgxv7QZVkZdrI3MIB9jpPyJeFCuTGDj_ubk8QQQ26MBgWtcQJ08lPTawqiOTeC0fBp_k8QW7yCQF-Oj92oZENHlc7U0tVUBAWsflRsAEu-GGyDbMOgKthLAc-jM0RdKDaU773WUAfhV7j9oDM/s4989/P6144436.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @pher01 in Aurora, CO" border="0" data-original-height="4989" data-original-width="3742" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQ_ttcrpzfYiwrn5p0lSeDiyW4yJct6gukLCWSNxSk1PSgxv7QZVkZdrI3MIB9jpPyJeFCuTGDj_ubk8QQQ26MBgWtcQJ08lPTawqiOTeC0fBp_k8QW7yCQF-Oj92oZENHlc7U0tVUBAWsflRsAEu-GGyDbMOgKthLAc-jM0RdKDaU773WUAfhV7j9oDM/w480-h640/P6144436.jpg" title="Mural by @pher01 in Aurora, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6zv7hRBBgfc/Xxh41NA8e0I/AAAAAAABxc8/v84oJ_hWRNciBwvy4If-HzHJUW7Flw3uwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P3017155-2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @mikeritch in San Francisco, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6zv7hRBBgfc/Xxh41NA8e0I/AAAAAAABxc8/v84oJ_hWRNciBwvy4If-HzHJUW7Flw3uwCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P3017155-2.jpg" title="Mural by @mikeritch in San Francisco, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Qs1VoYTCiZ8/Xxh6xwV4rsI/AAAAAAABxes/tMIwhZjg92Y4EokkVcF6A7Q6BTkwb4u9QCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P6239223.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Oakland Chinatown, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Qs1VoYTCiZ8/Xxh6xwV4rsI/AAAAAAABxes/tMIwhZjg92Y4EokkVcF6A7Q6BTkwb4u9QCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P6239223.jpg" title="Mural in Oakland Chinatown, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vXswN8y1G3M/Xxd6yA074rI/AAAAAAABxZU/6p_fLKCFVUMOjTfkP-jZhmb-hlEp-FqrACLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P4270424.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by Josef Kristofolett in Austin, TX" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vXswN8y1G3M/Xxd6yA074rI/AAAAAAABxZU/6p_fLKCFVUMOjTfkP-jZhmb-hlEp-FqrACLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P4270424.jpg" title="Mural by Josef Kristofolett in Austin, TX" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ8wPzG7DQ7DyDCNrUVJueKNxOgT8eiG4DlcvPXPX4u28Yz4eKRfPLNnApet76ZF46XOx5HoNyySk36wX8hZWUVJLfuQSg1Vn5FzGCUX20TohvxYM13ZBdVwWquXxg7aQ4z9F91XyJQhdlSHpF2EVBaruU7-7xwIt_z85ERsd_p6DO7nGWWzPwh7krFD4/s4973/PA024368.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @mjlindo in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="4973" data-original-width="3730" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ8wPzG7DQ7DyDCNrUVJueKNxOgT8eiG4DlcvPXPX4u28Yz4eKRfPLNnApet76ZF46XOx5HoNyySk36wX8hZWUVJLfuQSg1Vn5FzGCUX20TohvxYM13ZBdVwWquXxg7aQ4z9F91XyJQhdlSHpF2EVBaruU7-7xwIt_z85ERsd_p6DO7nGWWzPwh7krFD4/w480-h640/PA024368.jpg" title="Mural by @mjlindo in Boulder, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFTz1NEgGhC5HxxXT2qaD0Decanqd4gJWxQA73Np4E4pdRx9y4ja4UQPxDU1pytq1WYS89VjZe8fZp5qW-cJNvS2nkrb8Js3-IbhdfUbTbBKBUNtFeyx6zZ-CGfy_JCQ3ciCbxuic89kYcFFyncVZageyUl-h2rnF1wY840gPBrfgeZw4mA_wIPVv9MAY/s5184/P6084302.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @misterbouncer in Berkeley, CA" border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFTz1NEgGhC5HxxXT2qaD0Decanqd4gJWxQA73Np4E4pdRx9y4ja4UQPxDU1pytq1WYS89VjZe8fZp5qW-cJNvS2nkrb8Js3-IbhdfUbTbBKBUNtFeyx6zZ-CGfy_JCQ3ciCbxuic89kYcFFyncVZageyUl-h2rnF1wY840gPBrfgeZw4mA_wIPVv9MAY/w480-h640/P6084302.jpg" title="Mural by @misterbouncer in Berkeley, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJfmEULOrIpPXRMPfIuKsJUaQD5raI0wulRu8QoQiWq8D_0iBlHY7kHLRdBfD82y3SJ0xWxWOEu3UwNda1raPIX6yWLw8nJonim-NaJxM4FUnPnwPc5ExTbBV4zZEWQU2-UhhfG2G7cpOgVEOUgWl5W2S8xXSMc8ZVMLOrq8z1dalQHoEdcCg6ZylAU30/s4985/P9205615.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @ashleyjoonart and @adamvicarel in Denver, CO" border="0" data-original-height="4985" data-original-width="3739" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJfmEULOrIpPXRMPfIuKsJUaQD5raI0wulRu8QoQiWq8D_0iBlHY7kHLRdBfD82y3SJ0xWxWOEu3UwNda1raPIX6yWLw8nJonim-NaJxM4FUnPnwPc5ExTbBV4zZEWQU2-UhhfG2G7cpOgVEOUgWl5W2S8xXSMc8ZVMLOrq8z1dalQHoEdcCg6ZylAU30/w480-h640/P9205615.jpg" title="Mural by @ashleyjoonart and @adamvicarel in Denver, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRDWWBUc9nAatw5YJhIpo24eJ9HEpZt0tYIdu0FZ__viWrLNrJscRpikOGgy291n_VGYbumMNCEK2gmPavej03HGRA8HTfG-pmUajGER54CdKMQMeb3VJAju1Mpf5fa7hBnTOwgikcZCwF2NiOr3qahj6ckOlVFBbw4oRYLAPirqTX1XbYmY0dXMfvOEU/s5018/P7173427.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Melbourne, Australia" border="0" data-original-height="5018" data-original-width="3763" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRDWWBUc9nAatw5YJhIpo24eJ9HEpZt0tYIdu0FZ__viWrLNrJscRpikOGgy291n_VGYbumMNCEK2gmPavej03HGRA8HTfG-pmUajGER54CdKMQMeb3VJAju1Mpf5fa7hBnTOwgikcZCwF2NiOr3qahj6ckOlVFBbw4oRYLAPirqTX1XbYmY0dXMfvOEU/w480-h640/P7173427.jpg" title="Mural in Melbourne, Australia" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNAyx90ltNFVbyFZAqCk2fOtwhegr5Lj2yoEt9OrsiGAz1E0YggsP5gaOo9jdUDApBIJtVG5lMEH-vny6SutPfJxOkPsbaag_0eP4Czih4NoEBxnyj58eblu0ncOgGTCb3rnQHatRyUunFWGjpUlxSz8qBBS1LUEAnYYozeQdJNXluJSfAq-7Dt1UiuHg/s4032/IMG_3899.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Berkeley, CA" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNAyx90ltNFVbyFZAqCk2fOtwhegr5Lj2yoEt9OrsiGAz1E0YggsP5gaOo9jdUDApBIJtVG5lMEH-vny6SutPfJxOkPsbaag_0eP4Czih4NoEBxnyj58eblu0ncOgGTCb3rnQHatRyUunFWGjpUlxSz8qBBS1LUEAnYYozeQdJNXluJSfAq-7Dt1UiuHg/w480-h640/IMG_3899.jpeg" title="Mural in Berkeley, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRx8e7T0DFHdJV_wMMLKrFT_J2qpnnk0aAi15ZZYtJ22y3swq_mnqtdkz2_5F6XF9i2BfP7Th1Zq3jibs_Xabaww6zXMV0a5EMywJi3CJJPuwG9Bb9pA1w7m32YiLltEccc-nD98zkBM8alQRjIPoAemdGNN5GRd8drCB3B_46-2GzIEBlw38TpZmOwgk/s4032/IMG_9625.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRx8e7T0DFHdJV_wMMLKrFT_J2qpnnk0aAi15ZZYtJ22y3swq_mnqtdkz2_5F6XF9i2BfP7Th1Zq3jibs_Xabaww6zXMV0a5EMywJi3CJJPuwG9Bb9pA1w7m32YiLltEccc-nD98zkBM8alQRjIPoAemdGNN5GRd8drCB3B_46-2GzIEBlw38TpZmOwgk/w480-h640/IMG_9625.jpeg" title="Mural in Boulder, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyK2iN5mPIqV3E7qgiC6cB3_rn0S90xGXwvpuuCKvuqehFxlaIUTKxVc03ug6PkYKrv5faVQllFhFxMg-1gvT69qpsU4ODwmksCIQBR-jKOLhO-rknOVqm6x0NgRBB3AnYhaA8mrOxFK5z31FOuWNKEb5GKWF7yXIrRo4HQpvJ8_DhnGiOIetCEwHXTws/s4057/P4285607.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in San Bruno, CA" border="0" data-original-height="3043" data-original-width="4057" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyK2iN5mPIqV3E7qgiC6cB3_rn0S90xGXwvpuuCKvuqehFxlaIUTKxVc03ug6PkYKrv5faVQllFhFxMg-1gvT69qpsU4ODwmksCIQBR-jKOLhO-rknOVqm6x0NgRBB3AnYhaA8mrOxFK5z31FOuWNKEb5GKWF7yXIrRo4HQpvJ8_DhnGiOIetCEwHXTws/w640-h480/P4285607.jpg" title="Mural in San Bruno, CA" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IefPGA5RSjw/Xxh4Z2YwgUI/AAAAAAABxcw/8QIBFklNAs4-6ay5mrLokSZ1C1zok4DNwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P8265105.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Berkeley, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IefPGA5RSjw/Xxh4Z2YwgUI/AAAAAAABxcw/8QIBFklNAs4-6ay5mrLokSZ1C1zok4DNwCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/P8265105.jpg" title="Mural in Berkeley, CA" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLZzl-Azb1yZW2Z9ovi_ioE-IG-ogDc7Udjm-9M0Oy68fxPUPnvPEjDx8vJwWZcfdjWzBFV_ApfWAbEp8Ozfkw9Ujvuuy4XsGrTpegJr_eAZB4yDa7oiVFJKkkwyH0GqNjSVpp0NrC7SW0QAib23uq7XxN_4MmjH91kfg9tX88HE4DXnJ8YprqFqTZUk4/s5184/P3251406.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by Maggie Keane in Phoenix, AZ" border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLZzl-Azb1yZW2Z9ovi_ioE-IG-ogDc7Udjm-9M0Oy68fxPUPnvPEjDx8vJwWZcfdjWzBFV_ApfWAbEp8Ozfkw9Ujvuuy4XsGrTpegJr_eAZB4yDa7oiVFJKkkwyH0GqNjSVpp0NrC7SW0QAib23uq7XxN_4MmjH91kfg9tX88HE4DXnJ8YprqFqTZUk4/w640-h480/P3251406.jpg" title="Mural by Maggie Keane in Phoenix, AZ" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbH7VCvO2xjTicUevpIwcIqiyw4DiwJiY8FFIyfFdcj3-SR20_1Ct3jPfdBGibQKEhgyo626uXk8EbDSqmTNX3p45QIDAEy7ylu1x2VsYLjLZLN-Nc06Nk9thTnHzOjhQp0SdEc0M7CzYoq2mpbNimmOsCahTTQQ7NogaQx_Tsk51_EtPuR7fBqJxOrII/s5059/P3286074.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3794" data-original-width="5059" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbH7VCvO2xjTicUevpIwcIqiyw4DiwJiY8FFIyfFdcj3-SR20_1Ct3jPfdBGibQKEhgyo626uXk8EbDSqmTNX3p45QIDAEy7ylu1x2VsYLjLZLN-Nc06Nk9thTnHzOjhQp0SdEc0M7CzYoq2mpbNimmOsCahTTQQ7NogaQx_Tsk51_EtPuR7fBqJxOrII/w640-h480/P3286074.jpg" title="Mural in Boulder, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sngmNnyT8Wk/Xxd8CfEFS-I/AAAAAAABxaQ/-VawGi0M3sUFik3ZiHnuNUkvP1e4GWjpACLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P8085740.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in New York, NY" border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sngmNnyT8Wk/Xxd8CfEFS-I/AAAAAAABxaQ/-VawGi0M3sUFik3ZiHnuNUkvP1e4GWjpACLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/P8085740.jpg" title="Mural in New York, NY" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3kdrszgNggE/Xxh4ZzBqxnI/AAAAAAABxc0/B4m_onkf-kgU9ije7dNqILXPbOaKCcc-ACLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P2142414.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in San Francisco, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3kdrszgNggE/Xxh4ZzBqxnI/AAAAAAABxc0/B4m_onkf-kgU9ije7dNqILXPbOaKCcc-ACLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/P2142414.jpg" title="Mural in San Francisco, CA" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxDJ_7kiI5EXOzi6c1q44R7zwbdj_bFHIpl7S57Pb6n96Exf7uNFmPZz7XMXYVrIkNmX2at7yZHhZCNxhEVDs-EiMKcqkWWBL9UmWcDepO9hEpp16cqqVrRVFYsHRAPAVBbVJKM3JFc_VVo9vw9GeFYJTDh5nkKDozJybiUqi8IEgfETs-OGXgx_ihIJM/s4774/P9167521-2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @nicocathcart in Aurora, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3580" data-original-width="4774" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxDJ_7kiI5EXOzi6c1q44R7zwbdj_bFHIpl7S57Pb6n96Exf7uNFmPZz7XMXYVrIkNmX2at7yZHhZCNxhEVDs-EiMKcqkWWBL9UmWcDepO9hEpp16cqqVrRVFYsHRAPAVBbVJKM3JFc_VVo9vw9GeFYJTDh5nkKDozJybiUqi8IEgfETs-OGXgx_ihIJM/w640-h480/P9167521-2.jpg" title="Mural by @nicocathcart in Aurora, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nc6FZ41739M/YCCZmZlE6aI/AAAAAAAB0vw/qnw2HCj2_04gk1lYD0iXR9c9BANVXN-mgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/P8214605.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Murals in Westminster, CO for @babewalls" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nc6FZ41739M/YCCZmZlE6aI/AAAAAAAB0vw/qnw2HCj2_04gk1lYD0iXR9c9BANVXN-mgCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/P8214605.jpg" title="Murals in Westminster, CO for @babewalls" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTK2SEeNsey7VPrpw6jp9C5LcV9uJdZr9GFVDtjRkptiXqtMeWR4AnS30YAmjpaSP2K7506fNOPrY2XuIyFJZ3iW1xtHiSJMmNelXHoo8t7TUx4LUGUHo0WR0DJK-xdJuUJOphIQBLE7B_wwXTRV1Veqb28FEnzytaByiw6Zu1se48_PLNXRcCnRNyYFU/s5028/P2201530.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by Nick Napoletano in Denver, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3771" data-original-width="5028" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTK2SEeNsey7VPrpw6jp9C5LcV9uJdZr9GFVDtjRkptiXqtMeWR4AnS30YAmjpaSP2K7506fNOPrY2XuIyFJZ3iW1xtHiSJMmNelXHoo8t7TUx4LUGUHo0WR0DJK-xdJuUJOphIQBLE7B_wwXTRV1Veqb28FEnzytaByiw6Zu1se48_PLNXRcCnRNyYFU/w640-h480/P2201530.jpg" title="Mural by Nick Napoletano in Denver, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div><span><a name='more'></a></span><u><br /></u></div><div><div><u>1. Rule of thirds</u></div><div>Are you familiar with the rule of thirds? It's a pretty basic photography principal. Whether you're shooting with a camera or a phone, you'll have the option to turn on a grid. This grid will divide the screen into thirds both in portrait and landscape formats. A good rule of thumb is to place the photos subject along one of the grid lines. This will draw the eye to subject. In particular, I like to make sure that the subject is lined up along one the grid lines with them facing towards the other two third of the image. It tends to look a little off if they're facing out of the photo. </div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3S0wNG0_bDDW2OWFUWd2KMMjcH0mrUek0Yl7WjzVX69XQD3Q9xhoJ7AJpu_ixIPgDyRznxLCvpfxDlVByEV5CkAyxWvrcWU9ZzmCJOdhlB5D8XkCPIFqSgAQH5wAhXWYdJOjnll8YvNZRvGd1JaD99QfjbspNvIgx3g13-dV3d5xJQI6bbQP5MA15bKI/s4773/P7173418.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Murals in Melbourne, Australia" border="0" data-original-height="4773" data-original-width="3580" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3S0wNG0_bDDW2OWFUWd2KMMjcH0mrUek0Yl7WjzVX69XQD3Q9xhoJ7AJpu_ixIPgDyRznxLCvpfxDlVByEV5CkAyxWvrcWU9ZzmCJOdhlB5D8XkCPIFqSgAQH5wAhXWYdJOjnll8YvNZRvGd1JaD99QfjbspNvIgx3g13-dV3d5xJQI6bbQP5MA15bKI/w480-h640/P7173418.jpg" title="Murals in Melbourne, Australia" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rjtoTDZpqZ0/Xxd64iBCFkI/AAAAAAABxZg/VXYqV-d6m-oj826vf4xhqeIh0ncA1EoPgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P4291375.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by Wiley Ross in Austin, TX" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rjtoTDZpqZ0/Xxd64iBCFkI/AAAAAAABxZg/VXYqV-d6m-oj826vf4xhqeIh0ncA1EoPgCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P4291375.jpg" title="Mural by Wiley Ross in Austin, TX" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilO_j28bhF6gx0eRN2l3LW6qTNdTt5KPFhCfz-zVBpu3vDs2inv1vA_JYJhBIwCxexbtpTaazG0o4BkZ9imZVoAPxjQ-wwLv4dXMwxy8flngfVFwpHO3ZENU2CEq8DTuaMBn8u3G2YMgsG_8e_q3iESNwWcax7yH9z-eExHic2BaVncJMCnE0ymaoKhto/s5184/P8214780.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Artwork by @kokonofilter in Westminster, CO" border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilO_j28bhF6gx0eRN2l3LW6qTNdTt5KPFhCfz-zVBpu3vDs2inv1vA_JYJhBIwCxexbtpTaazG0o4BkZ9imZVoAPxjQ-wwLv4dXMwxy8flngfVFwpHO3ZENU2CEq8DTuaMBn8u3G2YMgsG_8e_q3iESNwWcax7yH9z-eExHic2BaVncJMCnE0ymaoKhto/w480-h640/P8214780.jpg" title="Artwork by @kokonofilter in Westminster, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div><u><br /></u></div><div><div><u>2. Center alignment</u></div><div>Ok, now forget everything I said in the last section! Well, not really, but while I am a stickler for the rule of thirds, I do sometimes like to stick the subject smack bang in the middle of my mural photos. It really depends on what the mural is as to whether or not I think this works, but it's always good to mix things up. You don't want all of your photos to end up looking like they have the same layout. </div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qtbGCJYbTvI/Xxd68ToA_bI/AAAAAAABxZk/YYZT6KlQZkg1gZG-RsB2Ui23iHwzbhZVwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P4291397.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Austin, TX" border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qtbGCJYbTvI/Xxd68ToA_bI/AAAAAAABxZk/YYZT6KlQZkg1gZG-RsB2Ui23iHwzbhZVwCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/P4291397.jpg" title="Mural in Austin, TX" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihHPf_P1gk_UHvI-1Awr3Od8dg-Io5WYJshgrpxo4oylQ31MqGmwbj6qZTGFCZc9Gytt7P5Y7Zlacy3FtFIzXOPImX3btiFESl4ByfP-1tCqdPfvcCB84vSP4-4xinUX6ywoP5Ve1q7pjRF-ImzMQso71Ihk6Ja6IgT45uZ7h397UZh5xA_wHwmkQ_rYM/s4992/P9052944.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Aurora, CO" border="0" data-original-height="4992" data-original-width="3744" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihHPf_P1gk_UHvI-1Awr3Od8dg-Io5WYJshgrpxo4oylQ31MqGmwbj6qZTGFCZc9Gytt7P5Y7Zlacy3FtFIzXOPImX3btiFESl4ByfP-1tCqdPfvcCB84vSP4-4xinUX6ywoP5Ve1q7pjRF-ImzMQso71Ihk6Ja6IgT45uZ7h397UZh5xA_wHwmkQ_rYM/w480-h640/P9052944.jpg" title="Mural in Aurora, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6HGQunxIulg/YCCY6x6XohI/AAAAAAAB0us/WgaF1CdRVjMGAFAsd1pSndUldtZi_sGbgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/P9205547.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by AJ Davis & JD Pruitt in Denver, CO" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6HGQunxIulg/YCCY6x6XohI/AAAAAAAB0us/WgaF1CdRVjMGAFAsd1pSndUldtZi_sGbgCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P9205547.jpg" title="Mural by AJ Davis & JD Pruitt in Denver, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div><u><br /></u></div><div>
<u>3. Have your kids step forward</u><div>When you're taking photos with a mural it can be very tempting to stand right up against the wall. This isn't necessarily bad, and sometimes if there's limited space it's the only option, but it can make for pretty flat looking photos. I usually get my kids to stand a few feet away from the wall. This way I can create a little more depth in the photo and it gives space for movement. It also means that I can ensure that the kids aren't blocking certain parts of the mural that I want to include in the photo - or on the flipside, block parts that I don't want to feature. It also helps with lining them up with certain features of the mural, for example, those popular murals with wings. Those are usually too high for kids to pose with unless they stand further forward. Play around with the spacing to see what works best for each mural and your kids.</div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7ZclSmi3MSI/YCCY7yjbhvI/AAAAAAAB0u4/1KSpMFWQKOAb10pH5wKUpz3acql1jCuVQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/P9205593.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @detour303 in Denver, CO" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7ZclSmi3MSI/YCCY7yjbhvI/AAAAAAAB0u4/1KSpMFWQKOAb10pH5wKUpz3acql1jCuVQCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P9205593.jpg" title="Mural by @detour303 in Denver, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RNY6LGFgrz0/Xxh3JtwcwMI/AAAAAAABxb4/_L554IJX2hYs1yvRo7jhmsTBsOclH6wAgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P5266365.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RNY6LGFgrz0/Xxh3JtwcwMI/AAAAAAABxb4/_L554IJX2hYs1yvRo7jhmsTBsOclH6wAgCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P5266365.jpg" title="Mural in Boulder, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-POdTkgoTc2s/Xxd77TWalfI/AAAAAAABxaA/_xC-5Kvb8ZYtAmowLqEOKfssJWjHqFhOwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P8085696-2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by Todd Gray in New York, NY" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-POdTkgoTc2s/Xxd77TWalfI/AAAAAAABxaA/_xC-5Kvb8ZYtAmowLqEOKfssJWjHqFhOwCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P8085696-2.jpg" title="Mural by Todd Gray in New York, NY" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration: underline;"><u><br /></u></div><div style="text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration: underline;"><u>4. Lean against the mural</u></div><div>Ok, I know I just said that I don't like to position my kids right up against a mural, but I do like to mix things up so my photos aren't always taken in the same way, so sometimes I do have them stand right up against the wall. When we do this I like to add depth to the photo in other ways. Shooting on an angle or having your kids lean against the side of the mural works a treat.</div><div style="text-align: center; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration: underline;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6-k1cEYZGcI/Xxh6Vw52zwI/AAAAAAABxeI/m0b-fqVwOwUPvzh6s-XURGkWcLOVoSe7wCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P6219062.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Oakland, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6-k1cEYZGcI/Xxh6Vw52zwI/AAAAAAABxeI/m0b-fqVwOwUPvzh6s-XURGkWcLOVoSe7wCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/P6219062.jpg" title="Mural in Oakland, CA" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-l9EZzsZARxQ/YCCY91LCztI/AAAAAAAB0vE/yPmdqzz9lVcvnknu28F2VIKJdmeevGaxgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/P9205694.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @chrishaven in Denver, CO" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-l9EZzsZARxQ/YCCY91LCztI/AAAAAAAB0vE/yPmdqzz9lVcvnknu28F2VIKJdmeevGaxgCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P9205694.jpg" title="Mural by @chrishaven in Denver, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dUIZQxFrMyQ/Xxh5Sz7fJVI/AAAAAAABxd8/eeAutzuBOhISMEeyLybU246h440R6UNRACLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/PB044423.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in San Francisco, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dUIZQxFrMyQ/Xxh5Sz7fJVI/AAAAAAABxd8/eeAutzuBOhISMEeyLybU246h440R6UNRACLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/PB044423.jpg" title="Mural in San Francisco, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration: underline;"><u><br /></u></div><u>5. Jump shot</u></div><div>A jump shot is always a classic! My tips for capturing a great jump shot are to have your kids stand a few feet away from the wall and have them jump with their knees bent and their arms up. They'll get more air this way than if they jump straight or like a jumping jack. To get the most height, get down low to shoot. You can also have them jump off something like the curb too. Shooting on burst mode is helpful to capture a shot at the top of the jump. Don't worry if it takes quite a few shots to capture a good jump. For every jump shot I share there are usually about twenty dud shots of the kids mid-jump or landing!<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FyAQDCKVR8c/Xxh1RUOrtAI/AAAAAAABxbQ/6l4cfJJTF68Sct3myD98e0FmGNbVx61WwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P6277344.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Laramie, WY" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FyAQDCKVR8c/Xxh1RUOrtAI/AAAAAAABxbQ/6l4cfJJTF68Sct3myD98e0FmGNbVx61WwCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P6277344.jpg" title="Mural in Laramie, WY" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PEesbxpTNfQ/Xxh5Lk_JPbI/AAAAAAABxdg/GZlUWAuURg8NNXBYgJNQTj0wpA2mW2_dgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P8171961.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in San Francisco, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PEesbxpTNfQ/Xxh5Lk_JPbI/AAAAAAABxdg/GZlUWAuURg8NNXBYgJNQTj0wpA2mW2_dgCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P8171961.jpg" title="Mural in San Francisco, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-O7tNCf6BRYY/Xxh7WGkFyjI/AAAAAAABxe8/wMuYkwUxVtUpLXTMc87cWyaIgpsnT2wsQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P3017161.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in San Francisco, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-O7tNCf6BRYY/Xxh7WGkFyjI/AAAAAAABxe8/wMuYkwUxVtUpLXTMc87cWyaIgpsnT2wsQCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P3017161.jpg" title="Mural in San Francisco, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><u>6. Spin around</u></div><div>Spinning is a great way to create movement and interest in a photo, especially if the subject is wearing a twirly dress or skirt! Like capturing jump shots, this one may take a little time, but using burst mode on your camera or phone will definitely help. Just like the jump shot, have your kids stand a few feet forward of the mural so they have plenty of space to twirl. The addition of movement like this really takes a photo up a notch.</div><div> </div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV06JIUL_sUZT-KEhVYuj73k2oc3qUwM4Zof6kRbD1nlt8MUvzJB22o4V_-DbIWbMUPeRPkJcNTu7s81kZkabBktwnyIBW1GWpMzWF2aLskaMsDfx1_Ci2unrCjUgGbGbXdL8YYr8nk5zzjITw_52DieemWa7RdHQNklIA85xwO6z0MXAtOJWnTqTSauU/s4955/P3251269.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @mrdowntownPHX in Phoenix, AZ" border="0" data-original-height="4955" data-original-width="3716" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV06JIUL_sUZT-KEhVYuj73k2oc3qUwM4Zof6kRbD1nlt8MUvzJB22o4V_-DbIWbMUPeRPkJcNTu7s81kZkabBktwnyIBW1GWpMzWF2aLskaMsDfx1_Ci2unrCjUgGbGbXdL8YYr8nk5zzjITw_52DieemWa7RdHQNklIA85xwO6z0MXAtOJWnTqTSauU/w480-h640/P3251269.jpg" title="Mural by @mrdowntownPHX in Phoenix, AZ" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiK4yqtf6c0ZQGsZ_PnOA6kUWSj6gPnm7c7Kt3LjAYSPVCuDeHqSGD9S_xZheLNRF5y-nSudN6R0XawF3zoAjMQMnjQdsDvdLTxIOSknBb6j0YzL2-p8tSTbNYEqczhyphenhyphenjbRgLi6e1gtYuoo13QphOhgA-MKWq70tKx-9HZCsa60w7NTlkEPEa9KqyllvvI/s5184/P7129722.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Graffiti Alley in Ann Arbor, MI" border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiK4yqtf6c0ZQGsZ_PnOA6kUWSj6gPnm7c7Kt3LjAYSPVCuDeHqSGD9S_xZheLNRF5y-nSudN6R0XawF3zoAjMQMnjQdsDvdLTxIOSknBb6j0YzL2-p8tSTbNYEqczhyphenhyphenjbRgLi6e1gtYuoo13QphOhgA-MKWq70tKx-9HZCsa60w7NTlkEPEa9KqyllvvI/w640-h480/P7129722.jpg" title="Graffiti Alley in Ann Arbor, MI" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKMODAv776lTg5ydEMLUl_IM0mrtyRQ7Mr_4ghQ2AHCH2UIbd6p2jZyBGpFOLsOzxy5iMUwOiNpSFasnqr2pIk9WJM5pypmZ28mdmyEi_XIzMqn4jxnk9yLsDtPPNg-MhJsnkNuf0fvzsmOrUq9tL0x9NcOuNVawgTgGNKpGBY535agjWoCHxEXFTWf3c/s1000/P9123151.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="1000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKMODAv776lTg5ydEMLUl_IM0mrtyRQ7Mr_4ghQ2AHCH2UIbd6p2jZyBGpFOLsOzxy5iMUwOiNpSFasnqr2pIk9WJM5pypmZ28mdmyEi_XIzMqn4jxnk9yLsDtPPNg-MhJsnkNuf0fvzsmOrUq9tL0x9NcOuNVawgTgGNKpGBY535agjWoCHxEXFTWf3c/w640-h480/P9123151.jpg" title="Mural in Boulder, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><u>7. Get down to their level</u><br />
This is a great option for little kids. Often when your kids are small it's kind of tricky to get the whole mural into a shot with them without standing really far back. But that's not always practical - or safe with toddlers. So instead, my tip is to have them stand as far forward as possible and get down low to shoot upwards. This way you'll get a nice close up of them and capture the whole wall as well.</div><div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-R8BZfzN3crc/Xxh7UbTyfQI/AAAAAAABxe4/Dk4Fzlp7LxczamstuFe7GHjtvyd7af1qwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P3017110.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in San Francisco, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-R8BZfzN3crc/Xxh7UbTyfQI/AAAAAAABxe4/Dk4Fzlp7LxczamstuFe7GHjtvyd7af1qwCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P3017110.jpg" title="Mural in San Francisco, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFq7nzwpWDGWQh8z6zFb59Ao707DyPATx_shRIDHIcYTRf7V1o1mNBndN5GqgQZHrTq7PA6OreK2OQan2wk_mCxhX0_gi1-goUljB6pIRtvDp8cpEaKoL05WyVjyCIX1kSk0Ou6CVwP1VduHLAVhf1mmoO0aYfAYwIKkUGVPvhyphenhyphenF0VOP4X3YT6dVaSwUs/s5086/PA024214.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @hieroveiga in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="5086" data-original-width="3815" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFq7nzwpWDGWQh8z6zFb59Ao707DyPATx_shRIDHIcYTRf7V1o1mNBndN5GqgQZHrTq7PA6OreK2OQan2wk_mCxhX0_gi1-goUljB6pIRtvDp8cpEaKoL05WyVjyCIX1kSk0Ou6CVwP1VduHLAVhf1mmoO0aYfAYwIKkUGVPvhyphenhyphenF0VOP4X3YT6dVaSwUs/w480-h640/PA024214.jpg" title="Mural by @hieroveiga in Boulder, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY1NK3xNOd09R5XrGdTwBLnt8XI0vIsht-i3W0jGeY5R8OyOQepUCcts92tq4K69SuoQpxU-IZ0wix9_RfADCEjVGGcnfQCy5Mp8_a9wAgSB-sVROVGoqurtZw4Z2Fi8WtivxDjypzAB-buYBd1ug9hwkmpfmKut5Fmbnlqdy45F1sjMIUHnd2CqBEKIM/s5069/P9052856.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Aurora, CO" border="0" data-original-height="5069" data-original-width="3802" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY1NK3xNOd09R5XrGdTwBLnt8XI0vIsht-i3W0jGeY5R8OyOQepUCcts92tq4K69SuoQpxU-IZ0wix9_RfADCEjVGGcnfQCy5Mp8_a9wAgSB-sVROVGoqurtZw4Z2Fi8WtivxDjypzAB-buYBd1ug9hwkmpfmKut5Fmbnlqdy45F1sjMIUHnd2CqBEKIM/w480-h640/P9052856.jpg" title="Mural in Aurora, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><u>8. Pull funny faces</u></div><div>I know we all want photos with nice natural smiles, but that can get a little stale. And those smiles don't always look so natural, especially when kids aren't feeling up to it. This is when pulling silly faces comes in! Most kids love pulling silly faces and you'll find that you'll be able to capture much more natural shots when you let them get a little silly. Duckface has long been a favorite over here so you'll see that a lot in my photos. Just remember to keep it appropriate to the mural that you're posing with. If it's a memorial for someone who has passed or a historic event, then silly faces are not a good idea. See tip 18 for what I do in these cases.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDQ2zlqUWvrheZuNFnjP9hxBXNPbfuJt3fhAmmTmzUWmwn5kIlpma4pj1-HYEiG7oGHRjdxPCg8wrblhlWpD5UQ7vpzYdxvSdVDUW_IjO2rUDJqaaXvY2HsjgJwDZfx4g-M0cehQwx9mj5FgNMKuGGHPbAeYBqPjosJ22SzTJqlDU6W43YbQ2LY6fSVZ4/s4528/P3017087.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Graffiti in San Francisco, CA" border="0" data-original-height="4528" data-original-width="3396" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDQ2zlqUWvrheZuNFnjP9hxBXNPbfuJt3fhAmmTmzUWmwn5kIlpma4pj1-HYEiG7oGHRjdxPCg8wrblhlWpD5UQ7vpzYdxvSdVDUW_IjO2rUDJqaaXvY2HsjgJwDZfx4g-M0cehQwx9mj5FgNMKuGGHPbAeYBqPjosJ22SzTJqlDU6W43YbQ2LY6fSVZ4/w480-h640/P3017087.jpg" title="Graffiti in San Francisco, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDksN9j6AGO29Cdp78RWVV6BE4g-w5LZL0qshHznaqGT5u-O0I5zq01f4Cz_Dy96bdidsvg1F7PUsPOThV8ox1ErkI2Oz04G_eDapTqDuUiFJM5-wLKljSqH6WRhcgLQeh61gj79F2L2gj07lconIymbJyVLxYbDHf1y0e2nQg_8IbMKi2fLUdQyDQNko/s4032/IMG_3063.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Oakland, CA" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDksN9j6AGO29Cdp78RWVV6BE4g-w5LZL0qshHznaqGT5u-O0I5zq01f4Cz_Dy96bdidsvg1F7PUsPOThV8ox1ErkI2Oz04G_eDapTqDuUiFJM5-wLKljSqH6WRhcgLQeh61gj79F2L2gj07lconIymbJyVLxYbDHf1y0e2nQg_8IbMKi2fLUdQyDQNko/w480-h640/IMG_3063.jpeg" title="Mural in Oakland, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9wd19kQUYtIVL-cHf8VAL-wfYu9pc5dtGURgW4pH0JXywKKO0ofh8e8TivmSeoLkjNlerrgMZAdf20ajxcCyA-kmAEPfa0WNwsOi5Jd08-CK208Wlu3rHhKNiLII3MXOuXvj7yQOVZdZ9RqZuv3NmjwcuVaWseDib3DuHHF-aM23Q3hRS0YOXWOjY-ss/s4608/P8084969.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New York, NY" border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9wd19kQUYtIVL-cHf8VAL-wfYu9pc5dtGURgW4pH0JXywKKO0ofh8e8TivmSeoLkjNlerrgMZAdf20ajxcCyA-kmAEPfa0WNwsOi5Jd08-CK208Wlu3rHhKNiLII3MXOuXvj7yQOVZdZ9RqZuv3NmjwcuVaWseDib3DuHHF-aM23Q3hRS0YOXWOjY-ss/w640-h480/P8084969.jpg" title="New York, NY" width="640" /></a></div>
<div><br /></div><u>9. Have fun with silly poses</u><br />I've already mentioned pulling funny faces, but the silliness doesn't have to be limited to sticking out tongues or pulling a duck face. Having your kids pose in silly ways adds an extra layer of interest and you're more likely to get genuine smiles. It adds movement and extra depth to your photos and the kids are sure to have fun. What kids doesn't love being silly? Just like with silly faces, make sure to keep it respectful when it comes to murals that serve a memorial purpose. </div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ESiHMVQDhkg/Xxd77Vdzw1I/AAAAAAABxaI/VKWZZvUTyWIu1Bg7iKDvSTtaoSow2Y-qwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P8085628.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by Todd Gray in New York, NY" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ESiHMVQDhkg/Xxd77Vdzw1I/AAAAAAABxaI/VKWZZvUTyWIu1Bg7iKDvSTtaoSow2Y-qwCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P8085628.jpg" title="Mural by Todd Gray in New York, NY" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyHihfLrNGZkE_QFWe_7WEuuEw4hKV2UQOpGJnTTfD1X9Zckt2NorS6BIBn43w6IlNYsGWjknxURkcXhQXh-9Kezq7lNQu2UDzVDe6MdoGfAdiMQ7_yXng9A0BVGYn1m7NGKE3QWtZ_1UnhuLT5d9UYEMh9ylZvvBf0XNpqZ_MNzb4QxAgBteFyk_tPD4/s4032/IMG_2835.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @manuel165 in San Francisco, CA" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyHihfLrNGZkE_QFWe_7WEuuEw4hKV2UQOpGJnTTfD1X9Zckt2NorS6BIBn43w6IlNYsGWjknxURkcXhQXh-9Kezq7lNQu2UDzVDe6MdoGfAdiMQ7_yXng9A0BVGYn1m7NGKE3QWtZ_1UnhuLT5d9UYEMh9ylZvvBf0XNpqZ_MNzb4QxAgBteFyk_tPD4/w480-h640/IMG_2835.jpeg" title="Mural by @manuel165 in San Francisco, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tCSbqmpbH7k/Xxh3i1Ec9YI/AAAAAAABxcM/l9So_dlT6Ggu_oqX_3fGAZWzUoLgs_CNACLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P6016781.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural In Denver, CO" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tCSbqmpbH7k/Xxh3i1Ec9YI/AAAAAAABxcM/l9So_dlT6Ggu_oqX_3fGAZWzUoLgs_CNACLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P6016781.jpg" title="Mural In Denver, CO" width="480" /></a></div><u><div><u><br /></u></div>10. Interact with the mural</u></div><div>This is one of my favorite ways to add interest to a mural photo. Why just stand next to a mural when you can interact with it? How this looks depends on the mural. It could be reaching up to touch part of the mural, reacting to what is happening in the mural, watching what is happening in the mural, copying the poses of characters in the mural... Take your cues from the mural and have fun!</div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cH3Z1UDKXo0/Xxh42PH23FI/AAAAAAABxdA/NcSj-zZzifIqoO_t5PpxFp0kw8Tpdxn1wCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P1134281.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Berkeley, CO" border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cH3Z1UDKXo0/Xxh42PH23FI/AAAAAAABxdA/NcSj-zZzifIqoO_t5PpxFp0kw8Tpdxn1wCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/P1134281.jpg" title="Mural in Berkeley, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-zBQ6uIIA7PKE67gP11PTgeWFAAbvcwGeeSV_9gUt57DLwmnfuX9jXWUHHm8W6uq-13CyATNx7ES-eQ6KEE5oYARzYWuxLyvC8dMPex5S1dSpecqsTN4LrzKn3VLuoj_ab4iqMtquqRccwdqMvSLubjOb2XjNZSVEmU6dmsYGdm0x-gQrVpNF_krIwME/s4813/P6053275.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in San Francisco, CA" border="0" data-original-height="4813" data-original-width="3610" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-zBQ6uIIA7PKE67gP11PTgeWFAAbvcwGeeSV_9gUt57DLwmnfuX9jXWUHHm8W6uq-13CyATNx7ES-eQ6KEE5oYARzYWuxLyvC8dMPex5S1dSpecqsTN4LrzKn3VLuoj_ab4iqMtquqRccwdqMvSLubjOb2XjNZSVEmU6dmsYGdm0x-gQrVpNF_krIwME/w480-h640/P6053275.jpg" title="Mural in San Francisco, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5CJ7cm35nEYGP26me3I0j3KV-7ACxLcsD9H67l3Agjl1S9j7G4mvlUZN6oc_WOx4IFU9bOhgRn2CWgoeOV7I7jEVKoJTu7E5TJEkXb8jRUCp9Brk_OyA0JuyJlcxGdHBvU5JkSFNbxj_VMoUJYWoUMVLMDDpPLtyDUf5DjqodavPIXTBr5avVDAiJtO0/s4465/P4128704.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Berkeley, CA" border="0" data-original-height="4465" data-original-width="3349" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5CJ7cm35nEYGP26me3I0j3KV-7ACxLcsD9H67l3Agjl1S9j7G4mvlUZN6oc_WOx4IFU9bOhgRn2CWgoeOV7I7jEVKoJTu7E5TJEkXb8jRUCp9Brk_OyA0JuyJlcxGdHBvU5JkSFNbxj_VMoUJYWoUMVLMDDpPLtyDUf5DjqodavPIXTBr5avVDAiJtO0/w480-h640/P4128704.jpg" title="Mural in Berkeley, CA" width="480" /></a></div></div><div><u><br /></u></div><div><u>11. Add action to the shot</u></div><div>I've already mentioned adding jumps and spins to your photos, but any action adds more interest. It could be a big karate kick, waving, running or walking towards the camera, a little wiggle... Even just a hair flick or head shake that adds movement in their hair will add interest. If your kid is wearing a twirly dress or skirt take a cue from fashion influencers and have them hold it out to the side and drop it as you snap the pic. This will add some fun movement in their outfit.</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tGzK6DeGooQ/Xxh2dQHBMUI/AAAAAAABxbY/F98zywVy8co0yJFcjNBonxRdy9BoLdyRwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P6211468.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Berkeley, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tGzK6DeGooQ/Xxh2dQHBMUI/AAAAAAABxbY/F98zywVy8co0yJFcjNBonxRdy9BoLdyRwCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P6211468.jpg" title="Mural in Berkeley, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xOCishqcApQ/Xxh4_VeZQNI/AAAAAAABxdQ/IZzMh6RQvSg_bUS2EWVHVUI1jcow1UaDgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P7265855.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Berkeley, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xOCishqcApQ/Xxh4_VeZQNI/AAAAAAABxdQ/IZzMh6RQvSg_bUS2EWVHVUI1jcow1UaDgCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P7265855.jpg" title="Mural in Berkeley, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_sHbF90Q0odhmgc2PzfLihLcJzw6ZSw7923BYdQb4C5SBqlCywmL5vdHSf3TwGbuM2muc23_sM5WoBVvOFT2Ck9-Iy_hDw4r2QAydVDEGzxbjF-B4ebsvrJoKeU8F2qO4u2Tdn3zoWYf3n7RE40Q2uZSyKFk9AAW3l-fw_xfkdUcOtaagY7SclUQ-4kY/s4463/P3017150.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in San Francisco, CA" border="0" data-original-height="4463" data-original-width="3347" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_sHbF90Q0odhmgc2PzfLihLcJzw6ZSw7923BYdQb4C5SBqlCywmL5vdHSf3TwGbuM2muc23_sM5WoBVvOFT2Ck9-Iy_hDw4r2QAydVDEGzxbjF-B4ebsvrJoKeU8F2qO4u2Tdn3zoWYf3n7RE40Q2uZSyKFk9AAW3l-fw_xfkdUcOtaagY7SclUQ-4kY/w480-h640/P3017150.jpg" title="Mural in San Francisco, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div><u>12. Copy poses in the mural</u></div><div>When a mural features people you can add an element of fun to the photo by having your kids copy the poses on the wall. It can be as simple as standing in the same positions, copying an action or pulling the same face. </div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SB5WpdJax80/YCCZlF6AajI/AAAAAAAB0vs/U1FuNU7ou7wFkhGPG-jQFb_Ips3SdTNLgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/P8214591.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Westminster, CO" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SB5WpdJax80/YCCZlF6AajI/AAAAAAAB0vs/U1FuNU7ou7wFkhGPG-jQFb_Ips3SdTNLgCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/P8214591.jpg" title="Mural in Westminster, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-51v3l90oQSc/YCCY4OkFzkI/AAAAAAAB0ug/VE-cACZwE6gYyUYmQTiHTcTN6WFoSxt9ACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/P9205528.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Denver, CO" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-51v3l90oQSc/YCCY4OkFzkI/AAAAAAAB0ug/VE-cACZwE6gYyUYmQTiHTcTN6WFoSxt9ACLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/P9205528.jpg" title="Mural in Denver, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwa0mE7WPjiZsdUAL2ClQwoF-Kz_Sf9f3c3m75-1_kuX3e2dbXGG4-BCNMqZxcLoEhJ4Ug3Tp4KGNr2u-IwCHlI9MlLvnH2XC3-CyxRy5SHOTcMw2gPsBt99QvG8OPMXaj5GrGveDFJOSS7CsS83OG83uINaUOkS3LJ1KM2j4YLyYlOkjJO1Tmwe3iIBs/s5084/P8013552.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @austinzart in Denver, CO" border="0" data-original-height="5084" data-original-width="3813" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwa0mE7WPjiZsdUAL2ClQwoF-Kz_Sf9f3c3m75-1_kuX3e2dbXGG4-BCNMqZxcLoEhJ4Ug3Tp4KGNr2u-IwCHlI9MlLvnH2XC3-CyxRy5SHOTcMw2gPsBt99QvG8OPMXaj5GrGveDFJOSS7CsS83OG83uINaUOkS3LJ1KM2j4YLyYlOkjJO1Tmwe3iIBs/w480-h640/P8013552.jpg" title="Mural by @austinzart in Denver, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><u>13. Get Close up</u></div><div>You don't have to capture an entire mural in your picture for it to make an interesting shot. Focusing on a small area can be just as fun. Find a part of a mural that captures your imagination and shoot close up with it. If the mural is up high, make sure to use tip number 7 and get down low to shoot. If you choose the right part of a mural it can make a great backdrop for close up portraits where you want the focus to only be on on your child.</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5rvqF3k1cS0YedL_6YyBa108ULwf_z8qEbYnpvi9XJT3TgaxorqjcPTllc67YGuq9K_wXcojcRCBGjvkFZp6mVAid5SVXFluVUDkp1u_LLz769jsvmNVKWsSsvLhD1_SnvLezUVJLI94yUXUUgwDXm1BxALDNWzy-z7BAT8BRPMleCTwo9a0Sq2O9gUs/s4952/PA024222.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @chelsealewinski in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3714" data-original-width="4952" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5rvqF3k1cS0YedL_6YyBa108ULwf_z8qEbYnpvi9XJT3TgaxorqjcPTllc67YGuq9K_wXcojcRCBGjvkFZp6mVAid5SVXFluVUDkp1u_LLz769jsvmNVKWsSsvLhD1_SnvLezUVJLI94yUXUUgwDXm1BxALDNWzy-z7BAT8BRPMleCTwo9a0Sq2O9gUs/w640-h480/PA024222.jpg" title="Mural by @chelsealewinski in Boulder, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Z1WojIUTL_M/Xxh5O_nhNuI/AAAAAAABxds/p6x8ykZUZsAiuOxr3fHWWhFMSsReYAuXQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P8171965.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in San Francisco, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Z1WojIUTL_M/Xxh5O_nhNuI/AAAAAAABxds/p6x8ykZUZsAiuOxr3fHWWhFMSsReYAuXQCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P8171965.jpg" title="Mural in San Francisco, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR37CNI1SSLasxNXcU2UVQ1fwcvoGWwIHAQLwG0nBYDRqo2Ndh9KdCMFVITQbB5lEQ438lVr1DXNtteH3r2lhxDGnCbHeMaQuoc4uoJ8JN4ubhxzL7aBC50Swp1sua0wVTf1jiIi2kxS8hhRcy08wni5XKCBfoNBEOHektipu0iCvZXs7m69f1tYPXIG0/s4821/P9052908.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Aurora, CO" border="0" data-original-height="4821" data-original-width="3616" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR37CNI1SSLasxNXcU2UVQ1fwcvoGWwIHAQLwG0nBYDRqo2Ndh9KdCMFVITQbB5lEQ438lVr1DXNtteH3r2lhxDGnCbHeMaQuoc4uoJ8JN4ubhxzL7aBC50Swp1sua0wVTf1jiIi2kxS8hhRcy08wni5XKCBfoNBEOHektipu0iCvZXs7m69f1tYPXIG0/w480-h640/P9052908.jpg" title="Mural in Aurora, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><u>14. Zoom out</u></div><div>Likewise, it's fun to capture some shots that do feature the entire mural, even if it means that your kids will be teeny tiny and not the main focus of the shot. You'll generally need to stand back pretty far for this option so use caution if you have very young kids who are not so good at staying put. Shooting on an angle or getting down low (maybe even both) is a handy way to capture more of the mural in your shot.</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDuzRr29sA7PeE_81uy9RXbJ1GjSmX3POCBNbnF3grE2SzY1eSytBZ3cKE852H4yeH7vofp9yRb8ciKLYUShYq4HEdoy192ZixUL3SVHkKVPiDzvH6g5VdxIoO3_j0A0ZWitUunxSamrJ6D7hEUntEkqKYCPicW_msoAiHvotaIHYFhuCcRzGjIbYfnbI/s4992/PA024156.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @chelsealewinski in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3744" data-original-width="4992" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDuzRr29sA7PeE_81uy9RXbJ1GjSmX3POCBNbnF3grE2SzY1eSytBZ3cKE852H4yeH7vofp9yRb8ciKLYUShYq4HEdoy192ZixUL3SVHkKVPiDzvH6g5VdxIoO3_j0A0ZWitUunxSamrJ6D7hEUntEkqKYCPicW_msoAiHvotaIHYFhuCcRzGjIbYfnbI/w640-h480/PA024156.jpg" title="Mural by @chelsealewinski in Boulder, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-y5Zplfntytw/Xxh6wJdE-RI/AAAAAAABxeg/HdRKtQyH7CAZu66f8CYw20g2NsQBZf94wCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P6188895.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Oakland, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-y5Zplfntytw/Xxh6wJdE-RI/AAAAAAABxeg/HdRKtQyH7CAZu66f8CYw20g2NsQBZf94wCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/P6188895.jpg" title="Mural in Oakland, CA" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_VrB1DjkZQE/Xxh2q1HjoNI/AAAAAAABxbo/Tyokma62ow0eviY4NCAj2RkfSKV2mZnxQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P4128763.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Berkeley, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_VrB1DjkZQE/Xxh2q1HjoNI/AAAAAAABxbo/Tyokma62ow0eviY4NCAj2RkfSKV2mZnxQCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P4128763.jpg" title="Mural in Berkeley, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><div><u>15. Elevate their position</u></div><div>Posing on the ground doesn't always work the best when you're taking pics of large murals, especially if they start a little higher up the wall. You can always get down low and shoot from underneath as I've mentioned earlier, but if there happens to be something that you can safely elevate your kids on that works a treat too. Maybe it might be a ledge on the wall that they can sit on, a nearby electrical box or bike rack that they can climb up, or even the mural wall itself. </div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZKsKhm7Y4vA/Xxh7ZpbWr7I/AAAAAAABxfE/Xf5Y8kUKWbEwnPyQQNn-IJ_OciBuoK0EQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P3017188.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in San Francisco, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZKsKhm7Y4vA/Xxh7ZpbWr7I/AAAAAAABxfE/Xf5Y8kUKWbEwnPyQQNn-IJ_OciBuoK0EQCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P3017188.jpg" title="Mural in San Francisco, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMEteZfH9jPdCyajroaSrQ0OMh-TuFjUdj_fC5cAtq-aWULMU_UZuW2VBhSlNuo4FkrTa5PPNHr49eXhKjceGJnOTqZXqjzMPiO4ucwD83Hm_tgQJS99ptNegKFtBnYBuFLAhDDxqyFoNfbw_2fFWLjH54u0B-HGemI1o0E1Gjz8r1eOvuwbY4S1HDgBk/s4608/P4012570%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Venice, CA" border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMEteZfH9jPdCyajroaSrQ0OMh-TuFjUdj_fC5cAtq-aWULMU_UZuW2VBhSlNuo4FkrTa5PPNHr49eXhKjceGJnOTqZXqjzMPiO4ucwD83Hm_tgQJS99ptNegKFtBnYBuFLAhDDxqyFoNfbw_2fFWLjH54u0B-HGemI1o0E1Gjz8r1eOvuwbY4S1HDgBk/w480-h640/P4012570%20(1).jpg" title="Mural in Venice, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9puYqhTEIYc/YCCY-qvb2mI/AAAAAAAB0vI/njs_ni8Xp1E-UBEiT09KYTtoGg0O503LACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/P9205760.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Denver, CO" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9puYqhTEIYc/YCCY-qvb2mI/AAAAAAAB0vI/njs_ni8Xp1E-UBEiT09KYTtoGg0O503LACLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/P9205760.jpg" title="Mural in Denver, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div><u><br /></u></div><div><div><u>16. Play with angles</u></div><div>Just because a mural is on a straight wall doesn't mean you need to shoot your photo straight on. I like to mix things up and shoot on an angle. This especially works well if there are straight lines in the mural or if I'm capturing the edge of the wall or the sidewalk in the shot. You'll also be able to capture more of the mural in your shot this way. Think outside the box when it comes to angles. You might find angles in shadows that add a little extra something to the shot too.</div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XrkfSCySC0c/Xxh3zR-ZoEI/AAAAAAABxcg/50gJbUb2z70TWYgMJlh_7Hr4crj0u357ACLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P7043421.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Port Adelaide, Australia" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XrkfSCySC0c/Xxh3zR-ZoEI/AAAAAAABxcg/50gJbUb2z70TWYgMJlh_7Hr4crj0u357ACLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P7043421.jpg" title="Mural in Port Adelaide, Australia" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP0saWg_cG3xw4jQmj5KpGz0OMrReSU-Q29vLP5hZSbWOaUSwLq1ay8OxmD6ICKeo0H0B-tuZ6_vhktYs_FfC-tqgV1l6HpFkD5RwGVslkuaDqmuosBoNIcoeVOPSZHuhvQS1v_jGsGXpfsb5gmETa-fuL24D49kN_Yg8FmmZr2zCzPw5BL1Cw50VioJs/s5041/P6084285.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Berkeley, CA" border="0" data-original-height="5041" data-original-width="3781" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP0saWg_cG3xw4jQmj5KpGz0OMrReSU-Q29vLP5hZSbWOaUSwLq1ay8OxmD6ICKeo0H0B-tuZ6_vhktYs_FfC-tqgV1l6HpFkD5RwGVslkuaDqmuosBoNIcoeVOPSZHuhvQS1v_jGsGXpfsb5gmETa-fuL24D49kN_Yg8FmmZr2zCzPw5BL1Cw50VioJs/w480-h640/P6084285.jpg" title="Mural in Berkeley, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ItO52k4Q5Hw/Xxd_mFtRn8I/AAAAAAABxag/dct4JjF0ZeQeiENEkhl_IlbTx7rII4WFACLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P8106753.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in New York, NY" border="0" data-original-height="1187" data-original-width="1600" height="474" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ItO52k4Q5Hw/Xxd_mFtRn8I/AAAAAAABxag/dct4JjF0ZeQeiENEkhl_IlbTx7rII4WFACLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h474/P8106753.jpg" title="Mural in New York, NY" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><div><u>17. Create your own angles</u></div><div>I mentioned playing with angles that you find in the mural or surrounding area, but you can also add interest by creating angles with poses! My kids went through a stage in which they dabbed every time I brought the camera out. It was a little frustrating but it did add some interesting angles to the photos. You can also create angles by having your kid lean against the wall with one knee up, standing with their legs out wide, leaning to the side, putting their hands on their hips, or whatever it is that Mathilde is doing in that doorway pic below!</div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXOka4IlnGs9T4ZpjUVvCK7jmKq4Pex68lNdrTUjlyoKsZqkvDGGrJvNwRGc_mp6VMZwcilYZQ2N03Hm0jSAGftewXkk85lb3IyE_8wtAxDhj6Uav8gmTu5FBgYdnMx2l1R92kLS_BOMfixHmTX73qG50Ql91cIQ1GErbfFyB2oDmpapz0hvT8KQdUtro/s4699/P6063739.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Berkeley, CA" border="0" data-original-height="4699" data-original-width="3524" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXOka4IlnGs9T4ZpjUVvCK7jmKq4Pex68lNdrTUjlyoKsZqkvDGGrJvNwRGc_mp6VMZwcilYZQ2N03Hm0jSAGftewXkk85lb3IyE_8wtAxDhj6Uav8gmTu5FBgYdnMx2l1R92kLS_BOMfixHmTX73qG50Ql91cIQ1GErbfFyB2oDmpapz0hvT8KQdUtro/w480-h640/P6063739.jpg" title="Mural in Berkeley, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-W6d9hrKmm_c/Xxh3KHS0mVI/AAAAAAABxb8/elyyTGl_6GkRWf2AmSOMiNWdhbXlhHUuQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P4245601.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-W6d9hrKmm_c/Xxh3KHS0mVI/AAAAAAABxb8/elyyTGl_6GkRWf2AmSOMiNWdhbXlhHUuQCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/P4245601.jpg" title="Mural in Boulder, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDQfAz3eLLSLoIApSOImy7Rhs_3AYBsbBHNiUEgkYkPwehTCdY038KxQ7tHJ0I0j8C69ECXwwN4PN64G1b8t6d-GyaGCdwNv1jM9OfSgC59NAYfKwGnpNW-VsyWD6w8vjl2AlH-BuK7-y4YWkThm1Zj-20YdsAo0XYit3UI5lPkuytbnbyPbVD2Y1j6mw/s4608/PC070281.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDQfAz3eLLSLoIApSOImy7Rhs_3AYBsbBHNiUEgkYkPwehTCdY038KxQ7tHJ0I0j8C69ECXwwN4PN64G1b8t6d-GyaGCdwNv1jM9OfSgC59NAYfKwGnpNW-VsyWD6w8vjl2AlH-BuK7-y4YWkThm1Zj-20YdsAo0XYit3UI5lPkuytbnbyPbVD2Y1j6mw/w640-h480/PC070281.jpg" title="Mural in Boulder, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div><u>18. Kids looking at the mural</u></div><div>Sometimes murals are used as a memorial for a person who has passed or an historical event. When it comes to shooting pics with these sorts of murals I prefer not to have my kids staring at the camera smiling as it can feel disrespectful. But, at the same time, I still want to share a picture to honor the person or moment captured in the mural. This is when I'll shoot my kids looking at the mural instead. Usually I'll do this from behind with the mural as the focal point. There are also times when I'll shoot my kids looking at the mural even if it's a fun and happy one simply because it makes for a more interesting picture.</div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3jJSkTBe-UdBTTXrjCjkpdJjV6EijBQ_nD6DMTee3sAmXT3ElwXnU3f-pqBGK1W_g2xitfq2OvZBptgBZJGSIoZjyZPnjdXQvaVSwf0OCsbRwWdGv6_y8Db3WGiZT9r8ho_ppJQL6huQzOSZiUVhYBVzWQLgE6JwHgWrp1tqz6-f9ITKcVghHHPlwba8/s5121/P8013546.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Denver, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3841" data-original-width="5121" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3jJSkTBe-UdBTTXrjCjkpdJjV6EijBQ_nD6DMTee3sAmXT3ElwXnU3f-pqBGK1W_g2xitfq2OvZBptgBZJGSIoZjyZPnjdXQvaVSwf0OCsbRwWdGv6_y8Db3WGiZT9r8ho_ppJQL6huQzOSZiUVhYBVzWQLgE6JwHgWrp1tqz6-f9ITKcVghHHPlwba8/w640-h480/P8013546.jpg" title="Mural in Denver, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmXeTAJB_UYzSEFp2HURTa2T1Qd-J-m7DGTRY5LfbwHWFArPnzDdxhUkU-9s-uEn4azVGGWUeSQr9cCUOcViKhq9JXxdP7t6RRS-k0M7ouXoHHwTediygumLa_8Gv90KqTfZH27jGrtMrroo9zSM5stD34TEdzzq8ZcovXEP0o91rpmU8LdoaL19HSVcE/s4907/P9123403.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3680" data-original-width="4907" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmXeTAJB_UYzSEFp2HURTa2T1Qd-J-m7DGTRY5LfbwHWFArPnzDdxhUkU-9s-uEn4azVGGWUeSQr9cCUOcViKhq9JXxdP7t6RRS-k0M7ouXoHHwTediygumLa_8Gv90KqTfZH27jGrtMrroo9zSM5stD34TEdzzq8ZcovXEP0o91rpmU8LdoaL19HSVcE/w640-h480/P9123403.jpg" title="Mural in Boulder, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCZiigebCdwgiBcok4QwSux-AH70DmvX1q2bJZc7Rs-Yg6rSyFvXRRPw0MRXK5naaiMez0MhPjuirJ_peJ9Vw-4yxGDVe4fCRCyJW58FdMAl7BNbnqeylM3VwDcHaioHax95DGs0DoLEtmgLfZZDzU0fw5aiFnIVNpCdeS_ZI_2GDA-cH5fuM3OhjTAZ4/s4991/P7133193.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Adelaide, Australia" border="0" data-original-height="4991" data-original-width="3743" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCZiigebCdwgiBcok4QwSux-AH70DmvX1q2bJZc7Rs-Yg6rSyFvXRRPw0MRXK5naaiMez0MhPjuirJ_peJ9Vw-4yxGDVe4fCRCyJW58FdMAl7BNbnqeylM3VwDcHaioHax95DGs0DoLEtmgLfZZDzU0fw5aiFnIVNpCdeS_ZI_2GDA-cH5fuM3OhjTAZ4/w480-h640/P7133193.jpg" title="Mural in Adelaide, Australia" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><div><u>19. Use props</u></div><div>Using props in your photos can be a great way to add extra detail. I quite like using food as a prop. It's also a great way to distract the kids if they're not feeling up to posing - especially if it's a yummy treat! Umbrellas, books, magazines, sunglasses, flowers and toys also make great props. If you use your imagination pretty much anything can become a photo prop. Pick up a stick and make it a wand to zap some colorful magic onto the wall. You could also use props to interact with the mural, for example, taking a pic of your kid taking a pic!</div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxXeFeOKcO4updDaFPAlYnUNpf9BhhXwcvEIC4e2K4WXgNCxlyWM3GlESHGGqb7wRITNKyCm7hkHb9DPLzBXFzj0ZkRbiFPz81eG1YlHdkPJfaAce1mdvSiE_t4WkFmRryTK9vtdYFyolAm3-0PbdwBvhRz-aCVHhXr3J9J5UaTiHx53jLeF7vB453TZE/s4032/IMG_9579.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @austinzart in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxXeFeOKcO4updDaFPAlYnUNpf9BhhXwcvEIC4e2K4WXgNCxlyWM3GlESHGGqb7wRITNKyCm7hkHb9DPLzBXFzj0ZkRbiFPz81eG1YlHdkPJfaAce1mdvSiE_t4WkFmRryTK9vtdYFyolAm3-0PbdwBvhRz-aCVHhXr3J9J5UaTiHx53jLeF7vB453TZE/w480-h640/IMG_9579.jpeg" title="Mural in @austinzart Boulder, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C3Gl-KVpPt8/Xxd8BnCxXvI/AAAAAAABxaM/3aUJkySy3fAOSqnx47pjcXfQBf9FYGoJQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P8085712.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by Todd Gray in New York, NY" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C3Gl-KVpPt8/Xxd8BnCxXvI/AAAAAAABxaM/3aUJkySy3fAOSqnx47pjcXfQBf9FYGoJQCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P8085712.jpg" title="Mural by Todd Gray in New York, NY" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTWqyTJ2EeBDVDVskerBPneuJGQ3ZbrlaZFopHKuIbvpPi77cbtx73t3VofRLxHKSLviYdL2i6iw96ZU5d4arI9ir86BHiUjR2MqVJgNf9luT46_OSnpKIujQDcfjQqBW5kgaFeb8HxOzQu9d1pG46jwqnqSDHTa-g9tToLsGLp4ufqqf8gTfxf-NQ5Jk/s5089/P7143221.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @donovan_christie in Adelaide, Australia" border="0" data-original-height="3817" data-original-width="5089" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTWqyTJ2EeBDVDVskerBPneuJGQ3ZbrlaZFopHKuIbvpPi77cbtx73t3VofRLxHKSLviYdL2i6iw96ZU5d4arI9ir86BHiUjR2MqVJgNf9luT46_OSnpKIujQDcfjQqBW5kgaFeb8HxOzQu9d1pG46jwqnqSDHTa-g9tToLsGLp4ufqqf8gTfxf-NQ5Jk/w640-h480/P7143221.jpg" title="Mural by @donovan_christie in Adelaide, Australia" width="640" /></a></div><div><u><br /></u></div><div><div><u>20. Capture the surrounds</u></div><div>Including some of the streetscape to mural pics adds a little more interest. I find that this works especially well if you happen to catch other people walking in the background as this adds a little action to the shot. Including a little of the surroundings is also a great way to remember where you took the photo and it adds a sense of scale. </div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-li73I5vPuoU/Xxh0s4X8NQI/AAAAAAABxbI/kgVDbCmQq3MozoMy4g9zFUGdgQlRsGx9QCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P4012529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Venice, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="478" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-li73I5vPuoU/Xxh0s4X8NQI/AAAAAAABxbI/kgVDbCmQq3MozoMy4g9zFUGdgQlRsGx9QCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h478/P4012529.jpg" title="Mural in Venice, CA" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8m--HRwYwTg/Xxh47RlmjeI/AAAAAAABxdI/So90_pofmuk_yECaRBsgKLy0IbkJS4eOgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P4255034.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by Nigel Sussman in Berkeley, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8m--HRwYwTg/Xxh47RlmjeI/AAAAAAABxdI/So90_pofmuk_yECaRBsgKLy0IbkJS4eOgCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/P4255034.jpg" title="Mural by Nigel Sussman in Berkeley, CA" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NaXWO_t7Zzg/YCCZq8XjnuI/AAAAAAAB0wA/KpYTpa7L0eYN6luQE_JX3EQCMHYNTQccwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/P8214738.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @afrotriangle in Westminster, CO" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NaXWO_t7Zzg/YCCZq8XjnuI/AAAAAAAB0wA/KpYTpa7L0eYN6luQE_JX3EQCMHYNTQccwCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P8214738.jpg" title="Mural by @afrotriangle in Westminster, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div><u><br /></u></div><div><div><u>21. Interact with surroundings</u></div><div>This one kind of incorporates the last two tips together. You've probably noticed by now that many of the pics I'm sharing in this post feature several of my tips. That's the great thing about photography - you can mix and match many different styles! This one is all about the location and what happens to be near the mural that can be used as a prop. Maybe there's a railing that the kids can swing on or climb. Or seating set up nearby. Adding an extra element like this is great for adding more depth and interest to the shot and you'll be more likely to get candid shots.</div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ1K-dY775v-zpDHe0C1XHJuxZ3_xot9bHKsf4R-GtVWYB-H7wqgydxzclJvimmBqcH3xsAhOcF0_j3vGVkg7JAtcIofUJfg5VAZsA5ZXFeUETe8ZG4tJYrHwZYYbiKPh_xsdESyJ-nbmPpXd457O1gJW-1W6vf8qux7xVG-DjFNRpXkrQNo-y2_dEWH0/s5184/PA024161.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @chelsealewinski in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ1K-dY775v-zpDHe0C1XHJuxZ3_xot9bHKsf4R-GtVWYB-H7wqgydxzclJvimmBqcH3xsAhOcF0_j3vGVkg7JAtcIofUJfg5VAZsA5ZXFeUETe8ZG4tJYrHwZYYbiKPh_xsdESyJ-nbmPpXd457O1gJW-1W6vf8qux7xVG-DjFNRpXkrQNo-y2_dEWH0/w480-h640/PA024161.jpg" title="Mural by @chelsealewinski in Boulder, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKN1Hu8bfs5oATc5JSkxeOaZBiu8e5M_iI84MXpPMS8V9grVxUN_-e8go2PVtiV71QBzOmQB9blNKh_WuP2vgapcedBdFNaD4C33UADjVhyphenhyphen3dbz_dkTfbedPZp6gWskVZUDyHNDaU0iRP9az7yzoZD8XHZ_W05nkCHqznQI14yNUsq6zKkuRAt1x8_Sps/s4428/P4075041-3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Venice, CA" border="0" data-original-height="4428" data-original-width="3321" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKN1Hu8bfs5oATc5JSkxeOaZBiu8e5M_iI84MXpPMS8V9grVxUN_-e8go2PVtiV71QBzOmQB9blNKh_WuP2vgapcedBdFNaD4C33UADjVhyphenhyphen3dbz_dkTfbedPZp6gWskVZUDyHNDaU0iRP9az7yzoZD8XHZ_W05nkCHqznQI14yNUsq6zKkuRAt1x8_Sps/w480-h640/P4075041-3.jpg" title="Mural in Venice, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxW0GfUHLBnGBI7ANEP8n6E6Okkyv05L8yUX975ALMNC1HUfkDHxcICHtcqyfwUdfABTRHL_DW2S96AlTbNVTNA3UdPKsKGH1DEaqKAPXhyKvvlqizRU5T9eA_o_MQgORJJJNFU9skI23hSlimeFFC4bO1NgXdZSSgJFp7RU9ht5rUqxj1G6EAuiaFdJw/s5184/P9205474.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Denver, CO" border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxW0GfUHLBnGBI7ANEP8n6E6Okkyv05L8yUX975ALMNC1HUfkDHxcICHtcqyfwUdfABTRHL_DW2S96AlTbNVTNA3UdPKsKGH1DEaqKAPXhyKvvlqizRU5T9eA_o_MQgORJJJNFU9skI23hSlimeFFC4bO1NgXdZSSgJFp7RU9ht5rUqxj1G6EAuiaFdJw/w480-h640/P9205474.jpg" title="Mural in Denver, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div><u><br /></u></div><div><div><u>22. Become part of the mural</u></div><div>Ok, not literally becoming part of the mural, but I find it fun when the kids kind of blend in with the characters or people in a mural. If there's a line up of characters in the mural have them stand in line too. Have them replicate the poses in the mural so it looks a little more like they're a part of the action. You can also pose your kids forward so that large characters on a mural look like they're part of a group shot, like the photo below. When I shared this one to Instagram I pretended the girl in the mural was Ava as she wasn't with us that day - and she also happened to have pink hair at the time! </div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivilVbGgUKm3AqUxhQnoq1ZPbB1SG2HfGDvHLQTVIMHfS1_s_pQp74USlYohzFsAV1D6LMZZnlnn0icEMxioJA0101-yQ4tueLNhFQzhe4d0ifG69rBtOeWMCMhuE20MpnhrphaBQoRKfPp0SoeGTDZ_5JS6rtFqS9P40HHavdXpvk5kNJetDQfIePuwE/s5184/PA024295.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @adamraiola and @kaitlinorin in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivilVbGgUKm3AqUxhQnoq1ZPbB1SG2HfGDvHLQTVIMHfS1_s_pQp74USlYohzFsAV1D6LMZZnlnn0icEMxioJA0101-yQ4tueLNhFQzhe4d0ifG69rBtOeWMCMhuE20MpnhrphaBQoRKfPp0SoeGTDZ_5JS6rtFqS9P40HHavdXpvk5kNJetDQfIePuwE/w480-h640/PA024295.jpg" title="Mural by @adamraiola and @kaitlinorin in Boulder, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSBAZusnA-RQJIbkWz35NEH5XDT12wR3jsmLErd88_ZQtp4HncJwDIsDxt5Kse5HGx2_fYSuu6kC5XkSEsqxPL_lOJzUiOLvFPsHliWfMZvScxdlQ_6kxFa9DyQ9V4B1cSp8rvEXy-2UhIZwH6GO4j3YZgTk6CWvbvh5VDqOUbuksrdx6vr_lx3KHWrnM/s4608/P4128694.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Berkeley, CA" border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSBAZusnA-RQJIbkWz35NEH5XDT12wR3jsmLErd88_ZQtp4HncJwDIsDxt5Kse5HGx2_fYSuu6kC5XkSEsqxPL_lOJzUiOLvFPsHliWfMZvScxdlQ_6kxFa9DyQ9V4B1cSp8rvEXy-2UhIZwH6GO4j3YZgTk6CWvbvh5VDqOUbuksrdx6vr_lx3KHWrnM/w480-h640/P4128694.jpg" title="Mural in Berkeley, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbZLqvfWIyh0yA9fIzFef3nC5KifdQUnI2QbBrbq4T2iA6gUbJLG4g0MLvNljZ9FWKuf9DD18grX2hdyhm67cd-_LORLKZb5Cwxpw_-J0cMMEAJSobxWMsAyrTygO8pdRbaiZYafXnhjtvXq7_JU2zqsV1rOH1b0EhWe35ekaa5YaxRTs0xZ5uhoNlvso/s5117/PA024285.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @pin.pusher and @chrishaven in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3838" data-original-width="5117" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbZLqvfWIyh0yA9fIzFef3nC5KifdQUnI2QbBrbq4T2iA6gUbJLG4g0MLvNljZ9FWKuf9DD18grX2hdyhm67cd-_LORLKZb5Cwxpw_-J0cMMEAJSobxWMsAyrTygO8pdRbaiZYafXnhjtvXq7_JU2zqsV1rOH1b0EhWe35ekaa5YaxRTs0xZ5uhoNlvso/w640-h480/PA024285.jpg" title="Mural by @pin.pusher and @chrishaven in Boulder, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div><u><br /></u></div><div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><u>23. Let them play</u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">When there's lots of space by a mural you can add extra interest to your shot by letting the kids play. Maybe they can have a dance competition, play "Ring around the Rosie", balance on curb or raised area, swing from from a nearby bar, do fun high fives with each other, collect rocks and sticks... Pretty much anything that captures their attention and adds a little movement. You're sure to get great smiles if you let them play too!</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6i6DB19_p1s/YCCZoTgk4XI/AAAAAAAB0v4/LtjiiGMOB1I6ywjhE_mAP22jnfsC8lkgwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/P8214658.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by Alexandra Pang in Westminster, CO" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6i6DB19_p1s/YCCZoTgk4XI/AAAAAAAB0v4/LtjiiGMOB1I6ywjhE_mAP22jnfsC8lkgwCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P8214658.jpg" title="Mural by Alexandra Pang in Westminster, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JvSharyMHbo/YCCZrJJRewI/AAAAAAAB0wI/CWoGbXNjWgYlUK76KkgG7zAlm-ISVf9EgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/P8214747.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @lindeezimmer & @olivemoyer in Westminster, CO" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JvSharyMHbo/YCCZrJJRewI/AAAAAAAB0wI/CWoGbXNjWgYlUK76KkgG7zAlm-ISVf9EgCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/P8214747.jpg" title="Mural by @lindeezimmer & @olivemoyer in Westminster, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNNo8-S3w3fCDyScC246WZYT-huvVbQC6DfXWpuPSGva66eLoAg2xC6UWt9zDx7-5hBpSAqM0pjHBUhPA1T-8MIqD55ivzlga4XF0nTxgN41cL2BGwGGnLLc76R5O_2e5zgnBMmXflVYns7FMZhyQ3ZibL0f2lZJAG1hAMSJLVpWUU4xuYBfZOO2WRABA/s5184/PA024242.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNNo8-S3w3fCDyScC246WZYT-huvVbQC6DfXWpuPSGva66eLoAg2xC6UWt9zDx7-5hBpSAqM0pjHBUhPA1T-8MIqD55ivzlga4XF0nTxgN41cL2BGwGGnLLc76R5O_2e5zgnBMmXflVYns7FMZhyQ3ZibL0f2lZJAG1hAMSJLVpWUU4xuYBfZOO2WRABA/w640-h480/PA024242.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><u><br /></u></div><div><div><u>24. Walking past the mural</u></div><div>A great way to add some action to your mural shot is to shoot a pic of your kids walking past it. I prefer to take these sorts of shots on an angle, but they work well front on too. Your kids can be looking at the mural or even ignoring it and it still looks great. If your photo includes more than one kid make sure to space them out so that they can both be seen while still incorporating the parts of the mural you want to capture. This works great with scooters, skateboards, bikes, etc too.</div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM8xQLy2-5Zm_tUzx3HbWhGITMpMZBNIFU7Jjc-BKLNC0xo3QQcK6yYDiXzjXPXngOG4VDAyJqOuIbeFgS_UGzuC4m9Cf8VrLcdq1cgxUVmE1OA3vknzBQNa3NN6p88vtQCYbkuUnSKlCKIp9687ZxEg9Q8hyphenhyphenTYmOh6poYLMdbqu9GhpT8QkdmN1hdPKk/s4980/P9123126.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @reveryart in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3735" data-original-width="4980" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM8xQLy2-5Zm_tUzx3HbWhGITMpMZBNIFU7Jjc-BKLNC0xo3QQcK6yYDiXzjXPXngOG4VDAyJqOuIbeFgS_UGzuC4m9Cf8VrLcdq1cgxUVmE1OA3vknzBQNa3NN6p88vtQCYbkuUnSKlCKIp9687ZxEg9Q8hyphenhyphenTYmOh6poYLMdbqu9GhpT8QkdmN1hdPKk/w640-h480/P9123126.jpg" title="Mural by @reveryart in Boulder, CO" width="640" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-16Z-uYCHma8/Xxh2feP_UhI/AAAAAAABxbg/0hXRPGUKFMQW7Hfj5xzbwx-DueRaEwUBwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P4128708.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Berkeley, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-16Z-uYCHma8/Xxh2feP_UhI/AAAAAAABxbg/0hXRPGUKFMQW7Hfj5xzbwx-DueRaEwUBwCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/P4128708.jpg" title="Mural in Berkeley, CA" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjthyOu66M2FgQVcRPupr07WhR3E-8Ahw8guEXSwWq_2qMfcPCFuNHaXCFdzcXhWwlAI4vkX5KnVgebROUdNZ2fBwVslvfcjIwSv6mf42JQ7No6aX5rtVGaZKVX6yRZmG6eyHld7CMq7sIIWiiUT0-EwDKup2tlDL1oNeoRCDfzprx5fZqqO5-TnJ4mkQ4/s4988/P7102338.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Denver, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3741" data-original-width="4988" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjthyOu66M2FgQVcRPupr07WhR3E-8Ahw8guEXSwWq_2qMfcPCFuNHaXCFdzcXhWwlAI4vkX5KnVgebROUdNZ2fBwVslvfcjIwSv6mf42JQ7No6aX5rtVGaZKVX6yRZmG6eyHld7CMq7sIIWiiUT0-EwDKup2tlDL1oNeoRCDfzprx5fZqqO5-TnJ4mkQ4/w640-h480/P7102338.jpg" title="Mural in Denver, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><u>25. Dress to match</u></div><div>Ok, if you plan this one intentionally you'll need to be quite organized with outfits and knowing where you plan on taking pics, but sometimes it just happens as a pleasant surprise. Actually, that's always the case when my kids match the mural as I'm definitely not prepared enough to coordinate outfits! Maybe it might not be a matching color but a similar pattern. You might also find that the color of their outfit picks up on an accent color in the mural rather than matching the main color.</div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUTsVu0OAtJIRwldRqabQ_2SqubJu1Wx1HbopqQcn0Tzu_sf14CX1oKD8oB5GXAG1t15pH2rMkfzPnhTyNWZOQVsRZzMyRmAUTyJ7sfOVtL4zHh5QY_uDQilsd7-6OW-cWJivSdDzPRat4BoWxTfk8BbxQDe95EIOAo7A-5nnLWWo4XmNSaQs-kZ3ZqpA/s5015/P5010897.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="5015" data-original-width="3761" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUTsVu0OAtJIRwldRqabQ_2SqubJu1Wx1HbopqQcn0Tzu_sf14CX1oKD8oB5GXAG1t15pH2rMkfzPnhTyNWZOQVsRZzMyRmAUTyJ7sfOVtL4zHh5QY_uDQilsd7-6OW-cWJivSdDzPRat4BoWxTfk8BbxQDe95EIOAo7A-5nnLWWo4XmNSaQs-kZ3ZqpA/w480-h640/P5010897.jpg" title="Mural in Boulder, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi95J-3DekT6j9DwmRZV7UwIVlF54VE0v8n0VXzTDWlrz_rPULDiF-vo9kDeC4_mtW5yA1jxmPlnOD3NX9AFNMoOs34D736pFMAG61lOwTua5iXq1_F-EqCVInBwlkBpM4hEwtPMfAsfx2sYLMuCI_Nu6xm5llo-sTLVIQN1UbvXfZTHfVYWk5iJyfppz4/s4608/P4291430.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Austin, TX" border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi95J-3DekT6j9DwmRZV7UwIVlF54VE0v8n0VXzTDWlrz_rPULDiF-vo9kDeC4_mtW5yA1jxmPlnOD3NX9AFNMoOs34D736pFMAG61lOwTua5iXq1_F-EqCVInBwlkBpM4hEwtPMfAsfx2sYLMuCI_Nu6xm5llo-sTLVIQN1UbvXfZTHfVYWk5iJyfppz4/w480-h640/P4291430.jpg" title="Mural in Austin, TX" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMd56M91CXbNOVW9EfCczDfdQd0qjCdbg6rKmjeVxuWQilMacAYw4gOHvcvFa5KWwV6LZ99gCnumFKgQNk1HGNE1IdhwDnV6nsSDjZYVTfrUXLJ7o1uFM5aWyXCVWaNk2XyL3ViQOPiWXlnJXKuE5IvvZBveuqg9mvngvK4VOQebIPquq08iPjOl5eAFo/s5184/PA024308.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @amandawolfcreates in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMd56M91CXbNOVW9EfCczDfdQd0qjCdbg6rKmjeVxuWQilMacAYw4gOHvcvFa5KWwV6LZ99gCnumFKgQNk1HGNE1IdhwDnV6nsSDjZYVTfrUXLJ7o1uFM5aWyXCVWaNk2XyL3ViQOPiWXlnJXKuE5IvvZBveuqg9mvngvK4VOQebIPquq08iPjOl5eAFo/w640-h480/PA024308.jpg" title="Mural by @amandawolfcreates in Boulder, CO" width="640" /></a></div></div><div>
<br /><u>26. Not looking at camera</u><br />
Just because you're taking a photo of your kids doesn't mean they have to be looking at the camera. I like to capture more candid shots and often that means that my kids are looking elsewhere in the photo. They may be front and center in the photo, but that doesn't mean they have to be looking forward. Have your kids looking at each other, at the mural or even slightly out of shot as if something out of view has caught their attention. This is a great option for when you want a photo to look a little poignant, especially if the mural features a memorial.</div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFr9R5Ms5kYsnXquJI6oEOuO7vCx9ZF44rDpWYNENvlMcExcqaUsHmjgHUPsBUYFxlBYVXVoJ8mVCPloDR9pYwA0cpLBo8-rY-InZdHrEVxuj9QbeGHMDP6V2XDgq-vwWI4gveqSiITCLP4lUOa_aZ_PIJ8LApk1zvGVP8tqILlXqm6kKDM7UIg-HaAQM/s5184/PA024331.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @lizzymahervelous in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFr9R5Ms5kYsnXquJI6oEOuO7vCx9ZF44rDpWYNENvlMcExcqaUsHmjgHUPsBUYFxlBYVXVoJ8mVCPloDR9pYwA0cpLBo8-rY-InZdHrEVxuj9QbeGHMDP6V2XDgq-vwWI4gveqSiITCLP4lUOa_aZ_PIJ8LApk1zvGVP8tqILlXqm6kKDM7UIg-HaAQM/w480-h640/PA024331.jpg" title="Mural by @lizzymahervelous in Boulder, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga5uup_igfOteJ3t8prpbFJ4kiQiDrE0E-fC6YZEft-bUZSnRHDcbf1TJjYSnJilHpW0t3n83vQo7k8EHF1Bj4cXVkeE8yYuwkoNTqbaMAG7DJ3Aq0hyBmaqWqHqi8m_q35rV0aN8DDYPDdeJI147o7yUAEFZGM0Pbo-H0NxOS9re2fmukJTyYxZe5uHE/s5184/PA024378.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @oneiromancy and @lindeezimmer in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga5uup_igfOteJ3t8prpbFJ4kiQiDrE0E-fC6YZEft-bUZSnRHDcbf1TJjYSnJilHpW0t3n83vQo7k8EHF1Bj4cXVkeE8yYuwkoNTqbaMAG7DJ3Aq0hyBmaqWqHqi8m_q35rV0aN8DDYPDdeJI147o7yUAEFZGM0Pbo-H0NxOS9re2fmukJTyYxZe5uHE/w640-h480/PA024378.jpg" title="Mural by @oneiromancy and @lindeezimmer in Boulder, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LJt6REG_fMk/Xxh7aMBMGSI/AAAAAAABxfI/8sMkYqIrtjsFqNnEJvlEEUs_tOKHRqZ4gCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P3017196.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in San Francisco, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LJt6REG_fMk/Xxh7aMBMGSI/AAAAAAABxfI/8sMkYqIrtjsFqNnEJvlEEUs_tOKHRqZ4gCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/P3017196.jpg" title="Mural in San Francisco, CA" width="640" /></a></div></div><div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>
<u>27. Get in the pic too!</u></div><div>
As the photographer in our family I'm very rarely in front of the camera myself. I'm usually just taking photos of the kids. I know this is true for many other moms too. It's important for us to get in front of the camera as well. While you're taking pics of your kids with murals make sure to get in a few yourself too. You can either ask another person to take the pic for you, or use the self timer on your phone or camera with a tripod. Propping your phone or camera on something nearby like rocks or a fence usually does the trick too. I purchased myself <b><u><a href="https://amzn.to/3Tbdn2b" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a></u></b> handy gimble that doubles as a tripod for Christmas so I can make more of an effort to get in the shot as well.</div><div><br />
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<u>28. Revisit the same murals to see how much the kids have grown<br /></u>If there's a mural you love in your home town, or even just a location that you visit every now and then, it's a fun idea to take multiple photos of your kids with it over the years. This is a fun visual reminder of how much they're growing and changing. Mathilde loved the coyotes on this mural that we'd pass every day when we lived in Berkeley and she'd always want to stop and talk to them. Over the years I captured her growing up alongside her favorite coyotes. I do the same here in Colorado with the mural in the top photo in this post. If you look carefully you'll actually see that the cover of the magazine she's reading features an older photo of her in front of the same mural!</div><div> <br />
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Credit the artist</u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ok, so this one isn't a photography tip, but it is something to keep in mind when sharing your photos on social media if you share them publicly. I always like to credit the artist who created the mural featured in my photos. To me, it just feels like the right thing to do. In this post I've shared the artists' names in the title of each pic. That took almost as long as writing the whole post! Now, sometimes it can be tricky to find out who the artist is, but for the most part you can usually find the artist's name or social media handle on the mural itself. It's generally in the bottom corner or may even be integrated into the mural itself. I'll often take a photo of the name so I've got it to look back on later when sharing the picture. For the most part though, I've taken so many mural pics locally that I recognize the artist right away!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXif0XAOvkKCQKX8oMs7F9U-ZonGPa0DWdnORuEHy-z8oxEzQWVTt4jAyhHxzyQ7ZRLmxvNA24OPp3D8EhArAV0h7h9ysAvydcJeiPzPR8n337SmYvNCbqm8Wnb5Iv85Nb_4Z4y7D26jIjNz0i9suZJmkL3rDLPQirL_xDsk4Z9C957-JVT0cqfPQckMM/s3800/IMG_9686.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Murals in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3800" data-original-width="2850" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXif0XAOvkKCQKX8oMs7F9U-ZonGPa0DWdnORuEHy-z8oxEzQWVTt4jAyhHxzyQ7ZRLmxvNA24OPp3D8EhArAV0h7h9ysAvydcJeiPzPR8n337SmYvNCbqm8Wnb5Iv85Nb_4Z4y7D26jIjNz0i9suZJmkL3rDLPQirL_xDsk4Z9C957-JVT0cqfPQckMM/w480-h640/IMG_9686.jpeg" title="Murals in Boulder, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyCmdTGXu4LGn_ki_1r7tG5bSRZNS7_uycmbS21V9z5RkTJsfex2z4Nqavtw7SZfmbitkWKjX0E-UjCY6ONDoXTr7LMN7HdjuCvsIf-ZesoSe7YBWGQPctUZjCMiBMwYek0ZdTHTSausx_huEy9hIu4mFYh8fSuNXY-E55B3EECTNuNMrCZEuZzshJtNM/s5184/P8214711.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @kaitlinziesmer & @kjorin in Westminster, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyCmdTGXu4LGn_ki_1r7tG5bSRZNS7_uycmbS21V9z5RkTJsfex2z4Nqavtw7SZfmbitkWKjX0E-UjCY6ONDoXTr7LMN7HdjuCvsIf-ZesoSe7YBWGQPctUZjCMiBMwYek0ZdTHTSausx_huEy9hIu4mFYh8fSuNXY-E55B3EECTNuNMrCZEuZzshJtNM/w640-h480/P8214711.jpg" title="Mural by @kaitlinziesmer & @kjorin in Westminster, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi74I86GruvaMguxkIcsWuYKwSZcFJRojVAo-qNSidJWSrzecmIdEAjsKY5i-Hpied1mwk80FvsLZzf-fMQnCyW4BD1eZ4PQWTmlIWICJWxkMCoCURhcea9e2GZ4xbAY-_jsCXh96AcYZGCn3UyVhiJXbGivVTcoGATgBMkARVXMUoGA5ufPrnlTzkS3XM/s4803/P2201627.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural by @_spencermcgarty in Denver, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3602" data-original-width="4803" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi74I86GruvaMguxkIcsWuYKwSZcFJRojVAo-qNSidJWSrzecmIdEAjsKY5i-Hpied1mwk80FvsLZzf-fMQnCyW4BD1eZ4PQWTmlIWICJWxkMCoCURhcea9e2GZ4xbAY-_jsCXh96AcYZGCn3UyVhiJXbGivVTcoGATgBMkARVXMUoGA5ufPrnlTzkS3XM/w640-h480/P2201627.jpg" title="Mural by @_spencermcgarty in Denver, CO" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><u>30. Fart jokes get smiles!</u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My number one tip for any photos I'm taking of my kids! It may sound a little crass, but if I want a big genuine smile or laughing in my photos I'll make a fart joke. It's guaranteed to get results. What can I say? Farts are funny! <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-o8uJl9Vq2wQ/Xxh5Ru8dsxI/AAAAAAABxd4/lzvSZVnylBUR6dvo3cGsONWFJ4LEZOFOwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/P8172021.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in San Francisco, CA" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-o8uJl9Vq2wQ/Xxh5Ru8dsxI/AAAAAAABxd4/lzvSZVnylBUR6dvo3cGsONWFJ4LEZOFOwCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/P8172021.jpg" title="Mural in San Francisco, CA" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieyF2CJoit72GFimKwMFruwFiJAPqqtgyl7seP-aqxHj7_gJDs5I3ZBbm3_S4iCBTBqI061PHbK0FX3HF5MAIh_e24FFUm-Ub3gC0D6XIXtIbyojUeb58cIQaND-pYKLnGBQ1lVnw7Gft9B1XQAF7e2yjr7qqUeMOh_fOsK9QlK0BRHS5BZSNAUZ-NWO8/s3832/IMG_9282.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Denver, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3832" data-original-width="2874" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieyF2CJoit72GFimKwMFruwFiJAPqqtgyl7seP-aqxHj7_gJDs5I3ZBbm3_S4iCBTBqI061PHbK0FX3HF5MAIh_e24FFUm-Ub3gC0D6XIXtIbyojUeb58cIQaND-pYKLnGBQ1lVnw7Gft9B1XQAF7e2yjr7qqUeMOh_fOsK9QlK0BRHS5BZSNAUZ-NWO8/w480-h640/IMG_9282.jpeg" title="Mural in Denver, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSKdf5YCkCTrRG4ALR7DL6S0Lwn_oWaxIm5SKOE2ragAuORY9T-Uvb5CHZjIVRv3D_Si1kKBDF-ok2AV6dolYuRfLsAb-VK7zprM5rTdiekr6GxzqmUk1Z_QhipedTKZRTUAwgwclGUHGPcbc0TB58m6AVxdmn2rzehZsvCIWe7BHJFb1-ZM6tGwnadvk/s3800/IMG_9659.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Mural in Boulder, CO" border="0" data-original-height="3800" data-original-width="2850" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSKdf5YCkCTrRG4ALR7DL6S0Lwn_oWaxIm5SKOE2ragAuORY9T-Uvb5CHZjIVRv3D_Si1kKBDF-ok2AV6dolYuRfLsAb-VK7zprM5rTdiekr6GxzqmUk1Z_QhipedTKZRTUAwgwclGUHGPcbc0TB58m6AVxdmn2rzehZsvCIWe7BHJFb1-ZM6tGwnadvk/w480-h640/IMG_9659.jpeg" title="Mural in Boulder, CO" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And that's it! 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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Welcome to Shiki Dreams at Prismajic.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A world where art and technology come together to create a surreal forest filled with wonderous creatures and hidden treasures at every turn. A world that feels so far away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So, just what is this wonderous place? Shiki Dreams at Prismajic is an immersive art experience that takes visitors through a magical forest. This forest is home to Shiki, a mystical yeti, as well as other forest spirits that can be found throughout the landscape if only you know where (and how) to look. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We recently visited Shiki Dreams at Prismajic and I'm excited to share it with you today.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Let's take a look...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjmISk_Pc9nobSBxI2I5kVBxeQfvXQ2-ypPMVoQcIpavvkTDKYJowEsDw890Nnm9lxHatLv6D57pXL0-J1BII3yfUQet7LvtoKxf1QvTW4PQX8YeyZFRsENaFOcpIjhoxIDydZsY1NgKmHFLPyLpMqmknJ6bWkFpqsVcAXLeBb1s5HrFwtvdx_UE266-E/s4032/IMG_3308.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Like Natura Obscura, Shiki Dreams features whimsical creatures and hidden surprises in an otherworldly environment. If you've been here a while you may remember our visit from when we first moved to Colorado. You can see it <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2019/11/natura-obscura.html" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Upon entering Shiki Dreams visitors are given a special flashlight that will reveal hidden secrets as they make their way through the various rooms of the exhibit. A scavenger hunt is available with items such as butterflies, mushrooms, owls, koi fish and even Shiki himself to find. Most of these can only be seen with the special flashlight, so make sure to use it everywhere.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXoBo9VbRftKHcLLBbnCuXwqiKkYXiZzQKYcyLp3n4MSLwrZ8om1YDXJmz_dQbtQ82D2SuiF0KpWFBgOPTqsqnVUB6jAeLdimfve0MA19emT5iY_tBi5vzQ-w-SLU5k5w33ZhU4g59TMLe2R_MIzzUjp4WALwmJRdRZDzp3BBRfEbhrGeWHOn1Vmu1WfY/s3207/IMG_3306.jpeg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" data-original-height="3207" data-original-width="2405" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXoBo9VbRftKHcLLBbnCuXwqiKkYXiZzQKYcyLp3n4MSLwrZ8om1YDXJmz_dQbtQ82D2SuiF0KpWFBgOPTqsqnVUB6jAeLdimfve0MA19emT5iY_tBi5vzQ-w-SLU5k5w33ZhU4g59TMLe2R_MIzzUjp4WALwmJRdRZDzp3BBRfEbhrGeWHOn1Vmu1WfY/w480-h640/IMG_3306.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The exhibition is divided into several different spaces. The entrance brings visitors into an enchanted forest with trees, ponds, plants and a house to explore. Inside the house you'll find a candle lit room with wish paper waiting for visitors to write their dreams. You will see the wishes tied up around the inside and outside of the house. 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Colorful koi fish swim at the bottom of the falls as a whimsical deer watches from above. The walls feature hidden messages, glowing bird houses, and even a tiny crystal mine hidden in a tree. 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Make sure to look inside the crates with the flashlight to see what lies inside. You'll find some pretty amazing teeny tiny worlds and even a few things that will make you laugh. Hidden messages and creatures can also be found on the floor and all over the walls, so make sure to look everywhere.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuw-m97lBp6WYXI00cnHIoARMmFGZfg7VqmF0N5VxqwUxyQ6Ve3JHgkFxkhahPvAPYANY381Av7KJD8S1JRRtcnKxAYq8oJO9sOzFAlqkkmmq8WlVsmTrNQ0SJErWp9e2IIUYEco38OwYvVFRb43MASop3UAXISlO2hJ8LO4NhkD3DPPwIyR62opAbIPo/s4032/IMG_3189.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuw-m97lBp6WYXI00cnHIoARMmFGZfg7VqmF0N5VxqwUxyQ6Ve3JHgkFxkhahPvAPYANY381Av7KJD8S1JRRtcnKxAYq8oJO9sOzFAlqkkmmq8WlVsmTrNQ0SJErWp9e2IIUYEco38OwYvVFRb43MASop3UAXISlO2hJ8LO4NhkD3DPPwIyR62opAbIPo/w480-h640/IMG_3189.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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A board walk wobbles as you walk across it, and just like everywhere else in the exhibition hidden secrets can be found throughout. This long narrow space leads to the final room where you'll find an ocean scene with a whirlpool, setting sun and mountains. You'll find glowing footprints on the deck which lead to a bell pull. Pull the the bell and something magical will happen. I don't want to give away too much, so you'll have to visit to find out! Trust me, it's a pretty cool experience for all the senses! </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3USohyphenhyphenvRWRpK43qMUFzUgQ3Aurz4jJ7HW-1b1rJ4QEGg9CClH6A5Afqtv970xjOCvbmTpaqayGN_6F2_ZsKfKlXTJvf6GRAO7M1AW3zYxzmC_6js-unz7-l1QxFyZfYxC9c3H5WIWQRvfxn9a9gNzCDpH0qPs_cT2hWNh9P3m9W-i1PvSQZIE4Svljv4/s5135/P1279035.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5135" data-original-width="3851" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3USohyphenhyphenvRWRpK43qMUFzUgQ3Aurz4jJ7HW-1b1rJ4QEGg9CClH6A5Afqtv970xjOCvbmTpaqayGN_6F2_ZsKfKlXTJvf6GRAO7M1AW3zYxzmC_6js-unz7-l1QxFyZfYxC9c3H5WIWQRvfxn9a9gNzCDpH0qPs_cT2hWNh9P3m9W-i1PvSQZIE4Svljv4/w480-h640/P1279035.jpg" width="480" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtuzyG0LmPPNf430CCQaGB8qZwcrOs0uPhmVSwk6c-hommQsQ_v8g8bpBHtxwrYVfYPIFEJbkNTWjBEcM0Ra4aX1M-QG1L5YjnGQFGAriz9QpvlbyiKuwxA4X2TLL4TosKmREovNR4xlSnixoIDjnbKlRNa8Q7Jcka76_j9NuMqokiV26yozFwRJLM6Do/s4032/IMG_3209.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtuzyG0LmPPNf430CCQaGB8qZwcrOs0uPhmVSwk6c-hommQsQ_v8g8bpBHtxwrYVfYPIFEJbkNTWjBEcM0Ra4aX1M-QG1L5YjnGQFGAriz9QpvlbyiKuwxA4X2TLL4TosKmREovNR4xlSnixoIDjnbKlRNa8Q7Jcka76_j9NuMqokiV26yozFwRJLM6Do/w480-h640/IMG_3209.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhERqQnIcrwdy2ikXlokisHxvl5NgTFsgQMS7E2TUDKmeEw8OuRXkKrNtc6cl4lbktNbOr32tP6i2xvMgUqblOGFAlAyq6vEX-TWtJB2aWtomgqe5oEAGO4Jydxwtw0qHbDpzr5CgiysL97gsqxQeN_oEp5M0kraIEzO3cU1xHT_TsWacyWJgLl1UuGmOM/s4032/IMG_3203.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhERqQnIcrwdy2ikXlokisHxvl5NgTFsgQMS7E2TUDKmeEw8OuRXkKrNtc6cl4lbktNbOr32tP6i2xvMgUqblOGFAlAyq6vEX-TWtJB2aWtomgqe5oEAGO4Jydxwtw0qHbDpzr5CgiysL97gsqxQeN_oEp5M0kraIEzO3cU1xHT_TsWacyWJgLl1UuGmOM/w640-h480/IMG_3203.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The magic doesn't end when you leave Shiki Dreams and reenter the real world. Make sure to stop by The Night Owls Bar for tasty cocktails (or mocktails) and small plates in a whimsical space. We filled up with twisted branch pretzels, crescent moon empanadas, and a Fall Fruit platter with cheeses, crackers, pepper jam, olives and pickles. It was all delicious. We also had mocktails, which made the girls feel very fancy! I had the Early Bird coffee mocktail which was divine, and the girls both had the sweet and bubbly Shiki's Dream. The Night Owls Bar is available to visit exclusive of Shiki Dreams. You can find the menu <b><u><a href="https://prismajic.com/menu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx_sZ4BDvM_0zdtLXUd5c8V8oT1whQbosOl-QD1wz0vQfhWjlkmcG0KrdcZwSWxLIED15azXYYq-HihocBcgfrxyPY44GkxQDRnoRYWFXkV39yjhsKiMgebltuYEi2DbFX0q0Map9KECRGOQHb1DswmZHmc0Xujz6b95Rju_anWldi1A1AYstMHhbQgcg/s4032/IMG_3280.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx_sZ4BDvM_0zdtLXUd5c8V8oT1whQbosOl-QD1wz0vQfhWjlkmcG0KrdcZwSWxLIED15azXYYq-HihocBcgfrxyPY44GkxQDRnoRYWFXkV39yjhsKiMgebltuYEi2DbFX0q0Map9KECRGOQHb1DswmZHmc0Xujz6b95Rju_anWldi1A1AYstMHhbQgcg/w480-h640/IMG_3280.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4XHa8XxnPCo0ZGz-LNRefYqNRAvDLZnxETycgJozb0wSHfzMrxrD6aomt5tuxx6m2NibDNrqz96K9i1uM9YxNrwYJAfvF4F5SR_sBfDhgRpt9fYFLZpauXMjOTQuwiCyIs9zAImVNxWKYzI_B_1eI6YLKHvWfXibFPWWsa4kUzH3Wbb5b5r0HQX0kSoE/s4032/IMG_3271.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Tickets are priced as follows:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Adults 16+ $28.00</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Children 5 - 15 $15.00</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Military & Seniors 65+ $23.00</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Children under 5 are admitted free of charge.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Shiki Dreams is open the following hours:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Wednesdays & Thursdays 12pm - 8pm</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Fridays 12pm - 9pm</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Saturdays 10am - 9pm</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Sundays 10am - 6pm</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Night Owls Bar is open the following hours:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Wednesdays & Thursdays 3pm - 9pm</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Fridays - Sundays 12pm - 10pm</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For more information visit <b><u><a href="https://prismajic.com/">https://prismajic.com/</a></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3qtVBJXZrXFwyxNkD02WmSciX1Pwjpx2riVgq5S0wLTocBNqieMFPXVyDeLfomnNY3F7xxFEpk6kj8i1RrkXg_QU0dcBSCRoozo-VYuTwvVGVJI4AWF8Xw7MjXgrHKdAy9SMiRxXC73V4itPTLipsBYAfpMldFjppMulQWQSX0uow8sdXmH9INRByDa4/s3923/IMG_3295.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3923" data-original-width="2942" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3qtVBJXZrXFwyxNkD02WmSciX1Pwjpx2riVgq5S0wLTocBNqieMFPXVyDeLfomnNY3F7xxFEpk6kj8i1RrkXg_QU0dcBSCRoozo-VYuTwvVGVJI4AWF8Xw7MjXgrHKdAy9SMiRxXC73V4itPTLipsBYAfpMldFjppMulQWQSX0uow8sdXmH9INRByDa4/w480-h640/IMG_3295.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><p></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-20393349756083291382024-01-20T17:42:00.002-07:002024-01-20T17:42:20.921-07:00Chautauqua Park Bears 2024<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Boulder's bears are back!</div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Well, not the real bears - they're most likely hibernating right now - but the colorful bears that call Chautauqua Park home each Winter are back!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">This Winter season fifteen colorful bear sculptures can be found dotted around Boulder's Chautauqua Park as part of the <b><u><a href="https://www.chautauqua.com/art-in-the-park-2023-2024/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Art in the Park</a></u></b> event. Each bear has been painted by a different artist and despite starting from the same blank canvas no two bears are alike.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Let's take a look... <br /> <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbpIaL6NfHKzN544jLUQEELRP8m_iClzM9faXmTg8Nr3JnfxFYKdaNmDzPWqzwq2Jowq5feJQ_p1kr7K4GhcOonR9PpdKzVi4vO2zCYlK2UCBr_tEEiAxI9aclNZqIZXU1CR7mqj55EGi9Ha-w6o7ucpdAEV7unFyu6552w9-3MVhW04beWF-66p6UjPs/s4032/IMG_1681.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbpIaL6NfHKzN544jLUQEELRP8m_iClzM9faXmTg8Nr3JnfxFYKdaNmDzPWqzwq2Jowq5feJQ_p1kr7K4GhcOonR9PpdKzVi4vO2zCYlK2UCBr_tEEiAxI9aclNZqIZXU1CR7mqj55EGi9Ha-w6o7ucpdAEV7unFyu6552w9-3MVhW04beWF-66p6UjPs/w480-h640/IMG_1681.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQwM4-qNFFCMv1OtSOyffmYB7ZqUzigmv9aq1U0VP8IXac_H5i2Z1gwh0xhI70KBTXLfd6XoTXNdSBqSCXL6cUI_fREPQ2CPs8cmTR0QbCPZx5fxr14DOog8_zE9tbm0LIoEcWIyrUNDalLzodOZCzmL-R35gaEZ_GrTWUGWgKIf4Rg4snmCu_WqIskKY/w480-h640/IMG_1699.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div>The bears will be on display throughout Chautauqua Park through April 16th 2024. You can find a map with each bear location marked <a href="https://event.auctria.com/8f4e129b-bde8-47ff-8b20-1156faf5723e/074519b07f9011ec807241167d1cd6c9" rel="nofollow" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">here</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>The bears will be auctioned off with proceeds raised going towards the participating artists, the Colorado Chautauqua and The New Local. You can find the auction (and place a bid if you like) <b><u><a href="https://event.auctria.com/8f4e129b-bde8-47ff-8b20-1156faf5723e/c4e3fc1056ce11ec9da615b840eb7011" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div><br /></div><div>While in Chautauqua Park make sure to stop by The General Store & Cafe for a sweet treat. Maybe an ice cream to share with the bears like Mathilde!</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit5cLiBzc_YhQgp8EKMHT75CTriOPhUtE-WgQ7gj1FNdVXOgCocZ-G9aknf1MVxNEIzDDia46ZIs3V11PQBkog3um-50Ta_JeOem3jk30T9w3agGOaboCoV7EQrUl1e-aNMbLbmANcOsKkDNri02uitNOnkfGVSJM6qW4HMvhAOvR_3j30MEPf0NHs3T4/s4032/IMG_1616.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit5cLiBzc_YhQgp8EKMHT75CTriOPhUtE-WgQ7gj1FNdVXOgCocZ-G9aknf1MVxNEIzDDia46ZIs3V11PQBkog3um-50Ta_JeOem3jk30T9w3agGOaboCoV7EQrUl1e-aNMbLbmANcOsKkDNri02uitNOnkfGVSJM6qW4HMvhAOvR_3j30MEPf0NHs3T4/w480-h640/IMG_1616.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-66881878422785723652024-01-17T15:48:00.003-07:002024-01-19T13:20:56.877-07:00Spookadelia: Doubt's Echo<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Winter is in full swing here in Colorado with lots of snow and grey days. You know what grey snowy days need? Color! Lots of color! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And do I have a lot of color for you today!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">At the end of Winter Break we visited Spectra Art Space in Denver to check out the immersive, and incredibly colorful, exhibition Spookadelia: Doubt's Echo.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As you can probably guess from the name, Spookadelia is actually Spectra's annual Halloween exhibition, but as luck would have it this popular exhibition runs through the end of February. So, if you're like me and you can't get enough of spooky vibes and all the color then this is the exhibition for you!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Let's go check it out...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqj5dT0As4YKLi06UkxBKFPWbm_PIgK4-jGg6RQBzjc9JOOLsI4ZCWyCSRv84jx9vMFfJ7WbUN__dgyMG2dHcBQWuqfqh2Mg8RI_bJcrIEXgV6lJQ2-ispx4ofow3EVIUhHXOfAIOLkXqYnlnoxXs21D-9qnUgEb-OerIl-w9gosCSWNEmE9YxXhFCvhY/s4966/P1088812.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4966" data-original-width="3724" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqj5dT0As4YKLi06UkxBKFPWbm_PIgK4-jGg6RQBzjc9JOOLsI4ZCWyCSRv84jx9vMFfJ7WbUN__dgyMG2dHcBQWuqfqh2Mg8RI_bJcrIEXgV6lJQ2-ispx4ofow3EVIUhHXOfAIOLkXqYnlnoxXs21D-9qnUgEb-OerIl-w9gosCSWNEmE9YxXhFCvhY/w480-h640/P1088812.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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You will find a few slightly spooky details like skeletons, skulls, crows, spell jars, and colorful spiders, but no horror or gore. It's cute spooky in a whimsical way! No jump scares or anything that you'd expect from a haunted house. I honestly don't think it even occurred to my kids that it was a Halloween event - especially given that we visited in January. They were too in awe of all the color and wonder surrounding them. Plus, we are a family that tends to watch a lot of spooky-ish movies and tv shows so my kids aren't phased by that short of thing. Of course, you know your kids best and what they might find scary, so please keep that in mind if you plan on visiting. 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Good!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Let's take a look at what else you can expect at Spookadelia...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The exhibition is located both indoors and outdoors. Make sure to keep this in mind and dress for the weather when you visit. I mistakenly thought that it was all indoors and didn't make sure that the kids dressed warmly. Oops! You may have noticed snow on the ground in some of my pics. It was pretty chilly the day we visited. Luckily, Spookadelia is not one way like many other exhibitions, so if you need to step back inside to warm up for a bit it's no problem. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The indoor parts of Spookadelia feature interactive light and sound displays in rooms with cloud like ceilings. You'll also find a character in a mirrored suit who will lead you through the displays and onto the outdoor exhibition area. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLp1PIpphHT0Spqu_qCgbR8LtME_Odh0nyPzgx3k0-NbK1dp51rdcizgWIVJLVcn1WQrSqYLxb9aVckYEg3HF52rmAAFAhW9Jjid_NAbps6UDa6rssE7vuipNlkXoHEviZ9lcIZc94E6q62ZIyA5XTbzuJ-jHfi_DxjCVlUaJGA5i7fRIBDWTgJ4xdTd4/s4426/P1088778.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4426" data-original-width="3320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLp1PIpphHT0Spqu_qCgbR8LtME_Odh0nyPzgx3k0-NbK1dp51rdcizgWIVJLVcn1WQrSqYLxb9aVckYEg3HF52rmAAFAhW9Jjid_NAbps6UDa6rssE7vuipNlkXoHEviZ9lcIZc94E6q62ZIyA5XTbzuJ-jHfi_DxjCVlUaJGA5i7fRIBDWTgJ4xdTd4/w480-h640/P1088778.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkvWmPIJ5mvGr4fzbY_dwm9Oo8HPzifh5ydKz32fp40dM-dk_h-6T1INmtzN4GU-94j6Ub7psmUtEgzRem1uu_4W2BtkfmUmtXdmXddqaMZMO01KQ78BGBufxjVtIdhdW0kLwnc6rRwfW9Xm88tIZIP81cGYFpWSDBquJu8HqdIia3WXxzvAJGQEnan2Q/s4032/IMG_2448.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkvWmPIJ5mvGr4fzbY_dwm9Oo8HPzifh5ydKz32fp40dM-dk_h-6T1INmtzN4GU-94j6Ub7psmUtEgzRem1uu_4W2BtkfmUmtXdmXddqaMZMO01KQ78BGBufxjVtIdhdW0kLwnc6rRwfW9Xm88tIZIP81cGYFpWSDBquJu8HqdIia3WXxzvAJGQEnan2Q/w480-h640/IMG_2448.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz4lV7dOflj0FtKPVZDk_KlJiQ_1EvgV-iue4GbOaQ6ICGeZdEXr1KA2zlNav-zb_GAuJiIU6D_XZCH5Xezxja5tLim4LRDKOCLDp4Ozll4q-p-_W5K_bDhSqZMuu6m4LRTEwZ2bvz1bCQLE2d7zzmOiaiS-Q8dZLZmuRTLBJ8XEuKjAAlY5RnwY5Gr4Y/s5184/P1088781.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz4lV7dOflj0FtKPVZDk_KlJiQ_1EvgV-iue4GbOaQ6ICGeZdEXr1KA2zlNav-zb_GAuJiIU6D_XZCH5Xezxja5tLim4LRDKOCLDp4Ozll4q-p-_W5K_bDhSqZMuu6m4LRTEwZ2bvz1bCQLE2d7zzmOiaiS-Q8dZLZmuRTLBJ8XEuKjAAlY5RnwY5Gr4Y/w640-h480/P1088781.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJOiA_8ErVQoK2e-H7J-hlqawKIDBnfiwRp55RzoAnjDVxGVTCRW27uX6YI-mw41v4R7GodWq8CAhTIDGTnI8IQ9Ui0PRsgXoMnMD-lR6LB5AnC9S7NN7cLpLtA2avucV-z2hvQZPjqK34hK4QET1Kf6ctQnLKaFsTteeMi0ZRwvYQUmcmgVygofCiuiw/s4691/P1088768.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3518" data-original-width="4691" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJOiA_8ErVQoK2e-H7J-hlqawKIDBnfiwRp55RzoAnjDVxGVTCRW27uX6YI-mw41v4R7GodWq8CAhTIDGTnI8IQ9Ui0PRsgXoMnMD-lR6LB5AnC9S7NN7cLpLtA2avucV-z2hvQZPjqK34hK4QET1Kf6ctQnLKaFsTteeMi0ZRwvYQUmcmgVygofCiuiw/w640-h480/P1088768.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Outside you'll find a whimsical land filled with various little houses, each with a different theme. The first house you'll see features a large face and you enter through the mouth. This was definitely one of our favorites! Colorful streamers (and the odd limb or two) hand from the ceiling while the floor features a swirled rainbow motif. A swing hangs from the center and you'll find a cozy knitted monster to sit inside of. Make sure to look up to spot its brain! A mirrored fox puffs steam out at intervals and the whole places feels magical!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqh85GQhB4yx6GTT0q_vnexaKoZULrvskqy8ZHweLGp4dU4w_oOhSbp0njoqsIyG0EHujaUQMIhtOtPOCitTPX752ahrrzRMkp3MphECOHKtB_Xmt7kiFfv4ltJXVU0RliR82WeJcL8ygGGxmadfip1vWqEKe6Jg7ylMVWUODzeiiP-qy6b1gIVKfwEsY/s3845/IMG_2694.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3845" data-original-width="2884" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqh85GQhB4yx6GTT0q_vnexaKoZULrvskqy8ZHweLGp4dU4w_oOhSbp0njoqsIyG0EHujaUQMIhtOtPOCitTPX752ahrrzRMkp3MphECOHKtB_Xmt7kiFfv4ltJXVU0RliR82WeJcL8ygGGxmadfip1vWqEKe6Jg7ylMVWUODzeiiP-qy6b1gIVKfwEsY/w480-h640/IMG_2694.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgolymcSvEYZR04tMCtYCbVxTryToMv8MXdKiRVVFgFp4ijSZiJWpgRPE7xCFhNkEzaoXzwD0yIe1wMXGlyEXxKwQGfx_lOH8tq6iwTpUqbUucUDkFOP1p7y3CVFAxLhFAKShastCjBWvTYGJVuibts6cB0Cqd2nfGevxyduavTwxMpqw43qAX_FZhWNGs/s3421/IMG_2472.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3421" data-original-width="2564" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgolymcSvEYZR04tMCtYCbVxTryToMv8MXdKiRVVFgFp4ijSZiJWpgRPE7xCFhNkEzaoXzwD0yIe1wMXGlyEXxKwQGfx_lOH8tq6iwTpUqbUucUDkFOP1p7y3CVFAxLhFAKShastCjBWvTYGJVuibts6cB0Cqd2nfGevxyduavTwxMpqw43qAX_FZhWNGs/w480-h640/IMG_2472.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc0tbnpupr8KjXz2dwRdSX5pQvi7xTvwwnDkXQHo-_m4RSNuIyzEUCKx3KDGeQpDMUsQDXYly7XvNMJ2fcpXiAVKnppzS-AEyrrlUQPFdjraLjmMduSJ7Kthm2xAm-ah1ck8rGddt7DPpxGW0d-gkGkskdycrgroBRieOcTKOIqmOXfBlaHgClyWlaKXo/s5184/P1088798.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc0tbnpupr8KjXz2dwRdSX5pQvi7xTvwwnDkXQHo-_m4RSNuIyzEUCKx3KDGeQpDMUsQDXYly7XvNMJ2fcpXiAVKnppzS-AEyrrlUQPFdjraLjmMduSJ7Kthm2xAm-ah1ck8rGddt7DPpxGW0d-gkGkskdycrgroBRieOcTKOIqmOXfBlaHgClyWlaKXo/w640-h480/P1088798.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Outside of this area you'll find a bear blowing bubbles, a giant blue robot, tentacles that reach up to the sky, whimsical plants, murals and so much more. You'll also meet another friend! You probably already spotted them in pics above! </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLCg-eR0YiaHxH9qBrx_-CpwgTV9iLH0jtePen6bUZqfWaA4yAcV8KfUAR-DmYK500r_lOAHNQI5346hm_azshVD0GpAe0Lcm2DLPrXZOAUXMUYCWzvASr05SIKyziCAj9IwS7H1ir22_vZcWfl6XrzOzhfN9QFzYtl_6WzF-mhfmkMtAEDD2dpnHgMz4/s4983/P1088845.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4983" data-original-width="3737" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLCg-eR0YiaHxH9qBrx_-CpwgTV9iLH0jtePen6bUZqfWaA4yAcV8KfUAR-DmYK500r_lOAHNQI5346hm_azshVD0GpAe0Lcm2DLPrXZOAUXMUYCWzvASr05SIKyziCAj9IwS7H1ir22_vZcWfl6XrzOzhfN9QFzYtl_6WzF-mhfmkMtAEDD2dpnHgMz4/w480-h640/P1088845.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrP5t_bDg1b_gjMiMCng2tcnyoY-t_ahgsXof2nr9OIriVj5Ty_FGpZBbHg9aY1te57rttlmk9auHuJBpjldm-BeTdWT9nX9NG7YXvZ9LVFniVm5MExjt8k7mGkqtDZGStx3iSqttvlgRoilI9Vz7d0v8Y-xERnpVv4h3trBwHCe9ke-t6bNl7JUcAWdo/s3854/IMG_2573.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: left;">This colorful one eyed streamer monster lead us around the outdoor areas pointing out hidden details, showing us how to interact with certain installations (like a drum that made mechanical bees flap their wings), pushed us on the swing, and they did lots of dancing! What a friendly monster!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNbSWvMTYSnFC5GF1BcIuGUR8lHTgzFmsZToncjAgWfc1tY9kgFrcowcuC8dL7fuO6ihKj0ossCkbCBEareHNyD1cYzSGlo9bT-ttV3C4in0344U2Ys-CGlN3PtBqp0FUk1iA2fmtN3_z2jzaJgKewa08d7wMjCLXinI1G2AKvAMwHkQHh_sNNs2BDPVE/s4032/IMG_2500.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNbSWvMTYSnFC5GF1BcIuGUR8lHTgzFmsZToncjAgWfc1tY9kgFrcowcuC8dL7fuO6ihKj0ossCkbCBEareHNyD1cYzSGlo9bT-ttV3C4in0344U2Ys-CGlN3PtBqp0FUk1iA2fmtN3_z2jzaJgKewa08d7wMjCLXinI1G2AKvAMwHkQHh_sNNs2BDPVE/w480-h640/IMG_2500.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNTY2V0TCU4zAbH3e9g1v09rEQYq-5Wt_YH-wnBu4J2j1oqg8M-XJHOTYV0kTgVcQnPY7wRP5TTqbmkIz-9scPFQmURm7g955453dzpIZ08tDPNbx15vPi0MIP8cNWGx5IzYzNC0c4hLSOC612d_w6RtnUYDC2ZPSB6K-ufiyqfTdOfoHxjTowlkE94j0/s5023/P1088851.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5023" data-original-width="3767" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNTY2V0TCU4zAbH3e9g1v09rEQYq-5Wt_YH-wnBu4J2j1oqg8M-XJHOTYV0kTgVcQnPY7wRP5TTqbmkIz-9scPFQmURm7g955453dzpIZ08tDPNbx15vPi0MIP8cNWGx5IzYzNC0c4hLSOC612d_w6RtnUYDC2ZPSB6K-ufiyqfTdOfoHxjTowlkE94j0/w480-h640/P1088851.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinTV9pcqT5uqEGe2jmw8n6GUht_R92rBQdimaAT-A5Y8f0mycC_05ho8WY9h9RwJlW0W5SSGUcMpVnSC1b_Vq-Jl64oikI1LKHCN9AbxdeqXylS4yA0TOyv2KwE9ivYACeP1YsYBGEXAQlOfvU5IlpqxG6WDgbqRGzDshxIs2sfbDNhQW8G6P71NqCC9U/s4030/IMG_2493.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3014" data-original-width="4030" height="478" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinTV9pcqT5uqEGe2jmw8n6GUht_R92rBQdimaAT-A5Y8f0mycC_05ho8WY9h9RwJlW0W5SSGUcMpVnSC1b_Vq-Jl64oikI1LKHCN9AbxdeqXylS4yA0TOyv2KwE9ivYACeP1YsYBGEXAQlOfvU5IlpqxG6WDgbqRGzDshxIs2sfbDNhQW8G6P71NqCC9U/w640-h478/IMG_2493.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div>As well as the big colorful house in the center of the outdoor area, another one of my favorites was a house featuring an interactive spell book, enchanted botanical displays, skeletons, fairy houses, spell jars, and more whimsy than you can poke a stick at! The level of detail in this house was amazing. 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You'll find a house reminiscent of a Day of the Dead altar with skulls, marigolds and colorful flags. There are several houses with underwater themes with giant tentacles and fish like creatures. You'll find teeny tiny kids sized play houses. 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Throughout the outdoor areas of the display you'll find clues to crack the code. Each one of the clues looks like a numbered eye on a round plaque. You can see them in the pics below. You'll find a QR code to scan on each one to reveal a hidden message.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheh7n9v-S_697Yoxarkuv8Zw6pTm_OcvPyDH9uWZzRe7sQ400r9j_JHAyjNh5jtnh-7UM-3htO7xUXTWfYNYA_lPxcTVGWfDfr6GdqUE4HS2qMJizXW-5qRwIskDKUPPdSnQee07R2dj5QArWYYrWX9y-a6que39gYH1G1zZwpi8N2DtYAj_9nHHcpRqQ/s5184/P1088928.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheh7n9v-S_697Yoxarkuv8Zw6pTm_OcvPyDH9uWZzRe7sQ400r9j_JHAyjNh5jtnh-7UM-3htO7xUXTWfYNYA_lPxcTVGWfDfr6GdqUE4HS2qMJizXW-5qRwIskDKUPPdSnQee07R2dj5QArWYYrWX9y-a6que39gYH1G1zZwpi8N2DtYAj_9nHHcpRqQ/w480-h640/P1088928.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4RfA4f3Z1qwfsBJ547tH3MulLxwsMdoRRMphMG5lpxRQLFtT6QFQUrYvu9Gkj8tJLkn3mS9ILos0JSuKjwTjY2OzcfHb6SGph6hOqiWcgnBnBU9wC7npIOnMRm02vy48XX1Xkk1jT8Xd8VFyYCRgTF7TKdFZ7S1UlKipfHmrSou7aEpwL6Gd3Dszhm-Q/s1567/IMG_2898.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1567" data-original-width="1119" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4RfA4f3Z1qwfsBJ547tH3MulLxwsMdoRRMphMG5lpxRQLFtT6QFQUrYvu9Gkj8tJLkn3mS9ILos0JSuKjwTjY2OzcfHb6SGph6hOqiWcgnBnBU9wC7npIOnMRm02vy48XX1Xkk1jT8Xd8VFyYCRgTF7TKdFZ7S1UlKipfHmrSou7aEpwL6Gd3Dszhm-Q/w458-h640/IMG_2898.jpeg" width="458" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJYkgfy0g8n4Gjmva4p4risSzMciJi4pITZL2yZwcC9hbDrV9VAfmrnyyYjmsSxy1ASrSed01mywC70-ZXlCu3H69LCp2gVHxrPhOMgHB74x_L_Gsysqt7XttOVA4O7KIZFoUtaxSc54fFTGNwTLID2xUGwcDb8yxzyyEUipzDM52d3uq4cVdUAkCohkY/s1638/IMG_2900.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1638" data-original-width="1170" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJYkgfy0g8n4Gjmva4p4risSzMciJi4pITZL2yZwcC9hbDrV9VAfmrnyyYjmsSxy1ASrSed01mywC70-ZXlCu3H69LCp2gVHxrPhOMgHB74x_L_Gsysqt7XttOVA4O7KIZFoUtaxSc54fFTGNwTLID2xUGwcDb8yxzyyEUipzDM52d3uq4cVdUAkCohkY/w458-h640/IMG_2900.jpeg" width="458" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While Spookadelia was the drawcard for our visit, there was so much more to see at Spectra Art Space. Their gallery space is currently showing the exhibition "Tiny Art Big Ideas". You'll find dozens of tiny art works on display and they're all for sale. Lola brought home a tiny painting of a sea bunny. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">You'll also find a gift shop full of amazing artworks, prints, stickers, toys and so much more. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOnjVpu1XQ3WtGoOyuPkg0Y6oqa3OYBUAVG-LFcHd6duEw6KSxeHGa0-AbONQFEAdjAJ8T5Cu2Njwb5s3u-t9p6KLoUNnS1HPpyql0T606LwXgfUhqGwBk0BNjFn1c-jz6vSmw5cKjAk16HN64oX_YBFwlF2BjmTj-zvy8fAm9zVjx7hx4MRk23h7lSAQ/s4769/P1088763.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4769" data-original-width="3577" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOnjVpu1XQ3WtGoOyuPkg0Y6oqa3OYBUAVG-LFcHd6duEw6KSxeHGa0-AbONQFEAdjAJ8T5Cu2Njwb5s3u-t9p6KLoUNnS1HPpyql0T606LwXgfUhqGwBk0BNjFn1c-jz6vSmw5cKjAk16HN64oX_YBFwlF2BjmTj-zvy8fAm9zVjx7hx4MRk23h7lSAQ/w480-h640/P1088763.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY8FiqW6kDrbhCYbX6XxCj1NEtTNlMhwqjERz-5KBLixY0JFm9ahGdt65hE6G6OQtWGrpAzZsQ3O1qEouemhWTAj9QbEiHsSzIUvePmxCY1d_rTL5AjM8JfLQCan1qNsLj_tTt5hTHMY-baRc3_lMQ__0s7mzDxDa0GPyliBB_ylWQNljCtm8Jp0X0f1s/s4588/P1088764.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4588" data-original-width="3441" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY8FiqW6kDrbhCYbX6XxCj1NEtTNlMhwqjERz-5KBLixY0JFm9ahGdt65hE6G6OQtWGrpAzZsQ3O1qEouemhWTAj9QbEiHsSzIUvePmxCY1d_rTL5AjM8JfLQCan1qNsLj_tTt5hTHMY-baRc3_lMQ__0s7mzDxDa0GPyliBB_ylWQNljCtm8Jp0X0f1s/w480-h640/P1088764.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzOmjy3u_Lc33fSPE9QWutURw8SdbRC94StrNU0rf7b8uX7zKlx9pipiwq6edYxMTe_yGKqACEued0jEZ6nsgHzqlPxN_o949rPRSl5eMYgsilEXPtcV0wO-wl1lTGfud2gA4UilqljOEdQ2LLATD2kPbWihEkfWFPui_UWpB2MZdQkMUoGzYZgnCKhXI/s3870/P1088949.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2903" data-original-width="3870" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzOmjy3u_Lc33fSPE9QWutURw8SdbRC94StrNU0rf7b8uX7zKlx9pipiwq6edYxMTe_yGKqACEued0jEZ6nsgHzqlPxN_o949rPRSl5eMYgsilEXPtcV0wO-wl1lTGfud2gA4UilqljOEdQ2LLATD2kPbWihEkfWFPui_UWpB2MZdQkMUoGzYZgnCKhXI/w640-h480/P1088949.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br />Spookadelia: Doubt's Echo runs through the end of February and is open daily expect Tuesdays. Sundays, Mondays and Wednesdays are open from 11am to 9pm. Thursdays through Saturdays are open 11am to 11pm. <div><br /><div>Tickets can be purchased online at https://spectraartspace.com/spookadelia/. Timed entry tickets start at $20 for adults (ages 11+) and $12 for kids (10 and under). Priority tickets are $30 and allow entry at any time. Priority tickets also come with swag including a sticker, pin and Super Special Activation Glasses that allow you to experience the exhibition in a more magical way.<div><br /></div><div>Tickets may be available at the door for an extra cost.</div><div><br /></div><div>Spectra Art Space is located at 1836 S Broadway, Denver.</div><div><br /></div><div>For more information visit <b><u><a href="https://spectraartspace.com/spookadelia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://spectraartspace.com/spookadelia/</a></u></b>.</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAYvKxf-x1rn1PxlKOPu-D94tXafV3No_ymINg_j1wd_KMjZ3zUzm5ycOMGNU7pSt79TH2SWTGTghTCZeEaIzSxA1alFmX90oClc42M5GE9FHG81p6iofDL2Qf2kIz60IwqGs3KGYSPpwXsw43Ys7q0qIMnunDyjGP4TdIP820Cea9cA1J7cBFjBWso5s/s3869/IMG_2711.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3869" data-original-width="2901" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAYvKxf-x1rn1PxlKOPu-D94tXafV3No_ymINg_j1wd_KMjZ3zUzm5ycOMGNU7pSt79TH2SWTGTghTCZeEaIzSxA1alFmX90oClc42M5GE9FHG81p6iofDL2Qf2kIz60IwqGs3KGYSPpwXsw43Ys7q0qIMnunDyjGP4TdIP820Cea9cA1J7cBFjBWso5s/w480-h640/IMG_2711.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-84687761763877159832024-01-11T18:53:00.001-07:002024-01-11T18:53:06.636-07:00Ice Castles 2023/24<div style="text-align: left;"> Ice Castles are back baby!<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Everyone's favorite Winter wonderland is back for another season in Colorado after a two year hiatus. This year, Ice Castles make the teeny tiny mining town of Cripple Creek, two hours south of Denver, their home. A new location, but with all the same wonder and jaw dropping beauty that makes Ice Castles simply magical.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">We recently visited and I'm so excited to share it all with you today. 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If you haven't (or if you're new to the blog and haven't seen me sharing them before) prepare to be amazed. Scratch that - even if you HAVE been to Ice Castles before prepare to be amazed! Because no matter how many times you experience Ice Castles you'll always be in awe!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ice Castles truly is a Winter wonderland. Created by hand one ice crystal at a time, Ice Castles dazzle and delight as the ice structures sparkle in the sun or under LED light. Visitors will find castle walls made of solid ice, ice structures that reach towards the sky, tunnels and caves to crawl through, arches and ice sculptures, and ice slides in three different sizes for visitors of all ages.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB7qw53A4kbexiJHAmjlB8BJoRUhM9Jfsy7iJB575cnwmQh5t0fXxPlb2pt04tm7BmTnRN04CboDns9E37FNb2YjcAYxog6mmmimmZaV2oMozISP3u6vBCEHvVnliGIF2xvCHiBBoq-fyOxmNChk7ub9LETSmkJHiajbkgtvaRMFb8FeKQQvmAIkiiPyc/s5184/P1028593.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Ice Castles Colorado 2024" border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB7qw53A4kbexiJHAmjlB8BJoRUhM9Jfsy7iJB575cnwmQh5t0fXxPlb2pt04tm7BmTnRN04CboDns9E37FNb2YjcAYxog6mmmimmZaV2oMozISP3u6vBCEHvVnliGIF2xvCHiBBoq-fyOxmNChk7ub9LETSmkJHiajbkgtvaRMFb8FeKQQvmAIkiiPyc/w640-h480/P1028593.jpg" title="Ice Castles Colorado 2024" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As the sun goes down LED lights inside the ice glow in shades of pink, yellow, purple, green and blue creating an even more magical experience. I personally prefer the natural color of the ice and the contrast against the (hopefully) blue sky, but seeing the ice all lit up is pretty cool too. My tip is to visit later in the afternoon, around 3:30pm to 4pm so you can experience the natural blues and whites of the ice during the day and see the lights turn on as the sun sets. The sunset glow over the ice is stunning too.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHvK9mRSCe_mJOYeQOrYRugIY4hhGPv5MJhkCjvsChXf0_DglpI-bOOlpL5cyux6ig54bJ7yQK8q3aaASartDjQro6tYu4t8X27HOgvfZRcYgbQclsdtjOrcbeC0Vw2awE6BtU8fkAzXFSVKzCLAblm91WbX0dPKguw6U_veQPLFfDEM6SSqWS6Q0pOJQ/s4673/P1028640.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Ice Castles Colorado 2024" border="0" data-original-height="3505" data-original-width="4673" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHvK9mRSCe_mJOYeQOrYRugIY4hhGPv5MJhkCjvsChXf0_DglpI-bOOlpL5cyux6ig54bJ7yQK8q3aaASartDjQro6tYu4t8X27HOgvfZRcYgbQclsdtjOrcbeC0Vw2awE6BtU8fkAzXFSVKzCLAblm91WbX0dPKguw6U_veQPLFfDEM6SSqWS6Q0pOJQ/w640-h480/P1028640.jpg" title="Ice Castles Colorado 2024" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div>Now for all the important stuff you need to know to visit...<div><br /></div><div>Ice Castles is located at 339 Irene Avenue, Cripple Creek. We found that Google Maps directed us </div><div>to an access road that was closed to Ice Castles traffic, so make sure to keep an eye out as you enter Cripple Creek for signs pointing towards Ice Castles parking. You'll find parking for Ice Castles on 4th Street where staff will direct where you park.</div><div><br /></div><div>As of now, Ice Castles will be open through late February, but this may be extended depending on the weather. If it stays cold enough it may be extended into March, but I'd plan on going earlier just in case. It was a sunny day when we visited and the ice was dripping quite a lot, but I'm hoping that the coming extreme cold weather will help keep Ice Castles open a little longer. </div><div><br /></div><div>Timed entry tickets can be purchased in advance at <b><u><a href="http://www.icecastles.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.icecastles.com</a></u></b>. Walk ups may be available, but I definitely recommend booking in advance to avoid any disappointment. Tickets are $27.00 for adults (ages 12+) and $22.00 for kids (ages 4 - 11) during peak times. Peak times include Fridays through Saturdays, public holidays and Winter breaks. Off peak tickets are a little cheaper at $21.00 for adults and $16.00 for kids. Off peak times include Wednesdays and Thursdays. Kids ages 3 and under are admitted free of charge. </div><div><br /></div><div><div data-en-clipboard="true" data-pm-slice="1 1 []">As you can probably imagine, the ice is pretty chilly, so you'll definitely want to rug up with layers, a warm jacket, beanie, and gloves etc. Snow pants are a great option, but if you're like me and prefer to wear dresses/skirts then these <b><u><a href="https://amzn.to/3vvTvxx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">fleece tights</a></u></b> are good too. Make sure to wear warm shoes with good grip. Disposable <b><u><a href="https://amzn.to/3RSkw5H" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">hand warmers</a></u></b> and foot warmers are handy for a little extra warmth. </div><div><br /></div><div>Porta-potty restrooms are available just outside of the entry to Ice Castles. Re-entry is not permitted once you leave Ice Castles, but if you need to use the restroom during your visit speak to one of the staff members at the exit and they will help you out.</div><div><br /></div><div>Strollers are not permitted, so if you are visiting with a baby or toddler consider using a baby carrier. You can also bring a small sled to use instead of a stroller - but keep in mind that sledding is not allowed. We used <b><u><a href="https://amzn.to/4aQhqI7" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this small sled</a></u></b> for Mathilde the first time we visited Ice Castles and it was very handy when she got too tired to walk.</div><div><br /></div><div>Please respect the ice! I know it seems kind of obvious, but breaking icicles off the Ice Castles, punching holes in the ice walls, and licking the walls are all a no-no. That said, we saw people doing all of these things during our visit, and they weren't just kids. In fact, we had a run in with one dad who was encouraging his kids to do all of these things and also showing them how. When I asked him to please respect the Ice Castles his response was "It's just ice. Chill out". Don't be that guy. That guy ruins the fun for everyone. </div><div><br /></div><div>If you plan on staying in the local area or just plan to eat dinner locally please be aware that most restaurants in Cripple Creek are located inside of casinos and limit guests to those ages 21+. We stayed overnight and only found two restaurants open in Cripple Creek that allowed children. These are Maggie's and The Creek. Both had very long waits due to limited staff and high demand, so please plan accordingly and bring plenty of snacks. </div><div><br /></div><div>For more information visit <a href="http://www.icecastles.com" rel="nofollow" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">www.icecastles.com</a> and if you'd like to see more of our visit head over to Instagram to see it all in action <b><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C17gcP1A_Vr/" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks to Ice Castles for hosting our visit!</div><div><p></p></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-4689339447602137962023-12-29T11:44:00.003-07:002023-12-29T11:44:58.580-07:00Holiday Events Still On in Denver<div style="text-align: left;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Christmas may be over for another year, but the holiday magic is still in full swing in Colorado!</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">If you're looking to fill Winter Break with a little more holiday cheer this is the post for you. I've compiled all of our favorite holiday events that are still happening in and around Denver below. I've sorted them by close date to make it easier to prioritize which events to check off your list first.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Let's take a look... <br /></span></span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWcZuky2LS38fdznAvaW9iOm7I3DPTtcYMIrMhqa3OpFRBe1F6nEfztL0L192nFgJwTQQLnovC7Eh1AnXEMc45-tgVTmpsZ-zXl9-VYvTnmejea9Itj-Vr-W7AYki9I3YorcuSh3sNoHfSOeD5vPID91BgW4XBfUW6eYvtwDPQW2_ft-HES188MkUg86U/s5184/PC026230.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="background-color: white; 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color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span><a name='more'></a></span></b></div><p><b style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Through December 31st 2022</u></b></p><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-size: 13.2px;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;">Christmas in Color<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></b>Too chilly to be outside but you still want to revel in the holiday spirit? Christmas in Color is the festive activity for you! Load up the car with your loved ones and experience this drive through animated light display with over a million twinkling lights choreographed to 2023's biggest hits. No need to worry about the weather or dressing up. It's the perfect way to check out holiday lights in your pajamas! You can see our visits <span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CYFiXDlpzzY/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a> and <b style="font-weight: 400; text-decoration-line: underline;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0VSvceAsM4/" target="_blank">here</a></b></span></span>.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;">Christmas in Color has three Colorado locations, Water World in Federal Heights, Arapahoe County Fairgrounds in Aurora, and Bandimere Speedway in Morrison, as well as other locations around the country. <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;">Christmas in Color runs nightly through December 31st from 5:30pm to 10pm.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;">Timed entry tickets must be purchased in advance at <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://christmasincolor.net/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://christmasincolor.net/</a></u></b>. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSpFK9rxwWeUa38nTLss2bWgzOFsQ6Z5Ju39b-tJqdnp5-4PQngtqs4GjXKM5DSJ5bQ1A64hcSyjk5k_P2u1Mw6MixpNAU9-uxbinepo2q5Or1zCpr7qQbOe9lFTpyIq-7GDWGm0oMStnlyBF90sfa4JUGB08-hSxbJtCtft0CQ0QVoZU4Rlu-M5fxWzs/s4567/PC274054.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3425" data-original-width="4567" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSpFK9rxwWeUa38nTLss2bWgzOFsQ6Z5Ju39b-tJqdnp5-4PQngtqs4GjXKM5DSJ5bQ1A64hcSyjk5k_P2u1Mw6MixpNAU9-uxbinepo2q5Or1zCpr7qQbOe9lFTpyIq-7GDWGm0oMStnlyBF90sfa4JUGB08-hSxbJtCtft0CQ0QVoZU4Rlu-M5fxWzs/w640-h480/PC274054.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;"><br /></div></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;">Denver's Mile High Tree<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></b>The Mile High Tree is back again this year in Civic Center Park. Visitors can enjoy the ever changing lights on the 110ft "tree" as they twinkle in time to holiday classics. The light displays can be enjoyed from outside the tree as well as inside. Laying down inside the tree and looking up at the lights above as they swirl around and twinkle is my favorite. It's really is an experience not to miss. <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;">You can see our past visits to Mile High Tree <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="http://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/01/denvers-mile-high-tree.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b> and <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="http://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/12/downtown-denver-holiday-lights.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;">Denver's Mile High Tree lights up nightly from 5pm to 10pm nightly through December 31st. There will be a special ball drop style countdown at 9pm on New Year's Eve.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;">For more information and hours visit <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a class="vglnk" href="https://www.denver.org/milehighholidays/tree/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">https</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">://</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">www</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">.</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">denver</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">.</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">org</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">/</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">milehighholidays</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">/</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">tree</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">/</span></a></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB-TEnF0SFJR7jXMcK8bHkTy_GGan_mHWVdxHeEQ63RG3tcZ0XMb7Ree0M1bgN2KkcF7YMtukPR0qQyqdyMB5NgPaalbQ_KnqE278FCIQL4wLrPDFudzXKw6HrgfcU4VfDovjW_wOeZUjXD2jOfnRPT3QuvWExnul8WjDhCOnNbUNFdEO9PbOg8-2Em2I/s4472/PC241035.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4472" data-original-width="3354" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB-TEnF0SFJR7jXMcK8bHkTy_GGan_mHWVdxHeEQ63RG3tcZ0XMb7Ree0M1bgN2KkcF7YMtukPR0qQyqdyMB5NgPaalbQ_KnqE278FCIQL4wLrPDFudzXKw6HrgfcU4VfDovjW_wOeZUjXD2jOfnRPT3QuvWExnul8WjDhCOnNbUNFdEO9PbOg8-2Em2I/w480-h640/PC241035.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;">Elfie Selfie Land</b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-weight: 400;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Grab your Christmas sweaters and Santa hats - there's a new festive selfie experience popping up in Castle Rock this holiday season. Located at the Outlets at Castle Rock, Elfie Selfie Land is the perfect place to take fun holiday themed photos with cheery backdrops and props galore. You can see my visit to Elfie Selfie Land <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0m1zxQAOfz/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-weight: 400;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-weight: 400;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Elfie Selfie Land runs through December 31st with hours varying depending on the day.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-weight: 400;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-weight: 400;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">For more information and to book tickets visit </span></span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://elfieselfieland.com/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://elfieselfieland.com/</a></u></b>.</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-weight: 400;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrDrnnaPlUIf52VZgTZPXlmr1eD5lPQReYE6NHWaLfhyu8__q8tuKMxlRevyhAulr1fIdCpiu-KZU30DvHzBB6GLBsrXsaKpfv0HcACUpa8puVYkdLkIzrHyyvNSp5ZRj8nB9gAWB01CyTaXCvbnE6Rz9yTih06brD1VnAlJvSkM3ggsbu4y9vRXWAAjw/s4032/IMG_0090.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrDrnnaPlUIf52VZgTZPXlmr1eD5lPQReYE6NHWaLfhyu8__q8tuKMxlRevyhAulr1fIdCpiu-KZU30DvHzBB6GLBsrXsaKpfv0HcACUpa8puVYkdLkIzrHyyvNSp5ZRj8nB9gAWB01CyTaXCvbnE6Rz9yTih06brD1VnAlJvSkM3ggsbu4y9vRXWAAjw/w480-h640/IMG_0090.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Hudson Holidays<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></b>The Hudson Gardens and Events Center in Littleton is home to Hudson Holidays. This sprawling outdoor event features over a million twinkling lights in trees and throughout garden beds, a holiday light tunnel, laser lights, glowing reindeer and so much more. Visitors can warm up with hot drinks and snacks available on site. You can see our visit </span><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C1K5ZDeAm95/" target="_blank">here</a></u><span style="font-weight: 400;">. </span><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;">Hudson Holidays runs on select days through December 31st from 5pm to 9:30pm. If you miss it, don't worry as the magic will be back with the light display Light Up the New Year from January 2nd through 28th.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;">Tickets must be purchased online in advance at <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.hudsongardens.org/enjoy/christmas-lights/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://www.hudsongardens.org/enjoy/christmas-lights/</a></u></b>.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIUrFvmE86PHv37qNdiq_fF_SGSUiUfBNix2a5dPUpc380kXVZJ8Y0AwP1D87f5AzCg0uImWgdcA4doYP2jb4PvbgYlZv9WGYNwOS3vRu0R4InFG7xKVu3bvdm6WfmN8w6iiUrl4PpEC35OLNNGM0E-1Lxkl07IWwGa9mUgmMo-t0j6y0bzDRoqKEiw_0/s4032/IMG_9770.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIUrFvmE86PHv37qNdiq_fF_SGSUiUfBNix2a5dPUpc380kXVZJ8Y0AwP1D87f5AzCg0uImWgdcA4doYP2jb4PvbgYlZv9WGYNwOS3vRu0R4InFG7xKVu3bvdm6WfmN8w6iiUrl4PpEC35OLNNGM0E-1Lxkl07IWwGa9mUgmMo-t0j6y0bzDRoqKEiw_0/w480-h640/IMG_9770.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Luminova Holidays at Elitch Gardens<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></span></b><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">This holiday season Denver's favorite theme park, Elitch Gardens, comes to life with Luminova Holidays featuring millions of dazzling lights, a 65ft Christmas tree, a giant lighted snowman, a 200ft candy cane tunnel, interactive activities, and rides on limited Elitch Gardens attractions including the carousel, Big Wheel, Meow Wolf's Kaleidoscope, Tea Cups and more. 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This year ICE! features scenes from the classic A Christmas Story. Visitors don giant blue parkas and enter a frozen wonderland of colorful ice sculptures, ice slides and so much more. You can see our previous visits <a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2022/11/ice-at-gaylord-rockies.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">here</a> and <span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration-line: underline;"><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/12/so-much-christmas-at-gaylord-rockies.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a>.</b> </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;">ICE! at Gaylord Rockies runs through January 1st. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Tickets can be purchased online at </span><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://christmasatgaylordrockies.marriott.com/all-activities" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://christmasatgaylordrockies.marriott.com/all-activities</a></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; text-align: center;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpzpxSe-ggSetA_9-BWtBkhNHiDk4wfh0k_VMax930ih7vOj84IQeEO72cohuB7YoG0jGpvst-cYziME737V2TkP7Z2N98LV13EQUIpvhjUtYsXV2TTtMoMWdvJH8dWGo_wGdl8VlvyWsds0bE7qHzOqwSGzSFZ46Qp-4ZSLKO9FCn2SauEWYoKGZIGS8/s4541/P1021691.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="font-weight: 400; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4541" data-original-width="3406" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpzpxSe-ggSetA_9-BWtBkhNHiDk4wfh0k_VMax930ih7vOj84IQeEO72cohuB7YoG0jGpvst-cYziME737V2TkP7Z2N98LV13EQUIpvhjUtYsXV2TTtMoMWdvJH8dWGo_wGdl8VlvyWsds0bE7qHzOqwSGzSFZ46Qp-4ZSLKO9FCn2SauEWYoKGZIGS8/w480-h640/P1021691.jpg" width="480" /></a></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;">Trail of Lights</b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box;">Denver Botanic Gardens offers two events over the festive season. Along with Blossoms of Light mentioned above, there's also Trail of Lights at the gardens' Littleton location, Chatfield Farms. 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font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Through January 7th 2023</u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Blossoms of Light at Denver Botanic Gardens<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></b><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Denver Botanic Gardens is a beautiful place to visit at any time of year, but during the holiday season it really comes to life thanks to the evening event Blossoms of Light. The actual blossoms may be gone for the Winter and the trees may be bare, but there is plenty of color to be seen thanks to thousands of twinkling lights that set the gardens aglow. Rug up in your Winter woolies, sip a hot chocolate and take a walk through the gardens where you'll be mesmerized by the sparking light displays, the glowing orbs that seem to float on the frozen ponds, the fascinating light sculptures and the fields of light that twinkle in time to music. 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Literally! With over 2 million lights spread over 80 acres, Zoo Lights is a spectacle that the whole family will love. Add on activities such as giraffe feedings, train rides, and carousel rides are available for an extra charge. You can see our previous visit to Zoo Lights <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="http://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/11/denver-zoo-lights.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;">Zoo Lights runs nightly through January 7th.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><iframe allowtransparency="true" data-google-container-id="a!8" data-google-query-id="CM647f_ypvsCFQ_7jwod3C8Edw" data-load-complete="true" data-rhp="1" frameborder="0" height="0" hspace="0" id="aswift_7" marginheight="0" marginwidth="0" name="aswift_7" sandbox="allow-forms allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-top-navigation-by-user-activation" scrolling="no" src="https://googleads.g.doubleclick.net/pagead/ads?us_privacy=1---&client=ca-pub-2657095638066872&output=html&h=280&adk=2891830257&adf=4085241189&pi=t.aa~a.2108135908~i.76~rp.4&w=590&fwrn=4&fwrnh=100&lmt=1668178990&num_ads=1&rafmt=1&armr=3&sem=mc&pwprc=6209870251&ad_type=text_image&format=590x280&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.littlehiccups.net%2F2021%2F11%2F18-ways-to-celebrate-holidays-in.html&host=ca-host-pub-1556223355139109&fwr=0&pra=3&rh=148&rw=590&rpe=1&resp_fmts=3&wgl=1&fa=27&uach=WyJXaW5kb3dzIiwiMTUuMC4wIiwieDg2IiwiIiwiMTA3LjAuNTMwNC4xMDYiLFtdLGZhbHNlLG51bGwsIjY0IixbWyJHb29nbGUgQ2hyb21lIiwiMTA3LjAuNTMwNC4xMDYiXSxbIkNocm9taXVtIiwiMTA3LjAuNTMwNC4xMDYiXSxbIk5vdD1BP0JyYW5kIiwiMjQuMC4wLjAiXV0sZmFsc2Vd&dt=1668196064440&bpp=1&bdt=594&idt=1&shv=r20221109&mjsv=m202211090101&ptt=9&saldr=aa&abxe=1&cookie=ID%3D91266ae30ab12244%3AT%3D1661100224%3AS%3DALNI_MbIpB47vieoADMS1MFQWv1mtC1s4A&gpic=UID%3D0000080afd721b17%3AT%3D1661100224%3ART%3D1668195842%3AS%3DALNI_MYRNy0jTjDF_9juqe8mjrQbDXdU8w&prev_fmts=0x0%2C590x280%2C590x280%2C590x280%2C590x280%2C590x280%2C590x280&nras=8&correlator=8752878508225&frm=20&pv=1&ga_vid=2027885284.1661100225&ga_sid=1668196064&ga_hid=995801377&ga_fc=1&ga_cid=156313050.1668195842&u_tz=-420&u_his=3&u_h=1152&u_w=2048&u_ah=1104&u_aw=2048&u_cd=24&u_sd=1.25&dmc=8&adx=541&ady=25524&biw=2031&bih=1002&scr_x=0&scr_y=21544&eid=44759875%2C44759926%2C44759842%2C44761793%2C42531705%2C44768832%2C31070831&oid=2&pvsid=4327082557631749&tmod=1257053938&uas=1&nvt=1&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.littlehiccups.net%2F&eae=0&fc=1408&brdim=0%2C0%2C0%2C0%2C2048%2C0%2C2048%2C1104%2C2048%2C1002&vis=1&rsz=%7C%7Cs%7C&abl=NS&fu=128&bc=31&ifi=8&uci=a!8&btvi=7&fsb=1&xpc=iUo1Cdi1yW&p=https%3A//www.littlehiccups.net&dtd=M" style="border-style: initial; 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border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: 0px; left: 0px; position: absolute; top: 0px; width: 590px;" vspace="0" width="590"></iframe><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Timed entry tickets must be purchased in advance online at <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://denverzoo.org/events/zoolights/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://denverzoo.org/events/zoolights/</a></u></b>. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMUHOXbpcQcYZjWNWaJ2wt-NZrhp1Jp-cPr1MWwh58vNFIjz16olZmVq1nZmLFyVvFezNH9Qwr-yoVLmboV-jus5TttethBxYNCQ5U757ckUbiGc8Px7pQORMvgaWy7amvsSLh_Cm6bdDDZO3Hu2aSsvz-1yfhJgyKsFiCwhmOpfECtr0X_d-rEv2_MkM/s5184/PB278052.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="font-weight: 700; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMUHOXbpcQcYZjWNWaJ2wt-NZrhp1Jp-cPr1MWwh58vNFIjz16olZmVq1nZmLFyVvFezNH9Qwr-yoVLmboV-jus5TttethBxYNCQ5U757ckUbiGc8Px7pQORMvgaWy7amvsSLh_Cm6bdDDZO3Hu2aSsvz-1yfhJgyKsFiCwhmOpfECtr0X_d-rEv2_MkM/w480-h640/PB278052.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Through January 21st 2023</u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Light the Lights at Denver City Council Building</span></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;">Denver's City Council Building is gorgeous any time of year, but during the holidays it comes to life with a colorful light display in the evenings. Light the Lights runs through January 21st. The façade of the building will be lit up until 10:45pm most evenings. At 5:45pm and 6:45pm Tuesdays through Sundays there will be an 8 minute long light and music show for a little extra sparkle and magic.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">For more information click </span><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.denvergov.org/Government/Agencies-Departments-Offices/Agencies-Departments-Offices-Directory/Office-of-Special-Events/OSENews/2022-News/Civic-Center-Park-Holidays" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqGAzNZb-k9edapLWm9aaeF0GWsmbJ9I7X9W76LYDXKoDSFzMDTCTIjm4xyWZVTTBy7RI0-N4TX-6ibEvKH3vzqtv3kvS_BydtZ9TCoL6oGkZZm1urkcyG8W9ejKcdAGx-uDZExJpOENjENm340lko-BB98kCCxHIJVZjqr0jq5CMIJtOalgCOK_mLLWc/s4973/PC056662.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3730" data-original-width="4973" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqGAzNZb-k9edapLWm9aaeF0GWsmbJ9I7X9W76LYDXKoDSFzMDTCTIjm4xyWZVTTBy7RI0-N4TX-6ibEvKH3vzqtv3kvS_BydtZ9TCoL6oGkZZm1urkcyG8W9ejKcdAGx-uDZExJpOENjENm340lko-BB98kCCxHIJVZjqr0jq5CMIJtOalgCOK_mLLWc/w640-h480/PC056662.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman"; text-align: center;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; text-align: center;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; text-align: left;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Through February 11th 2023</u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; text-align: left;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Downtown Denver Rink</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;">Downtown Denver's outdoor ice skating rink is back again this year with ice skating fun for the whole family. This little rink is located just off 16th Street Mall behind the bell tower and is available on a first come, first served basis for free. If you don't have your own skates to wear, rentals are available on site for a small fee. Skate among the towering skyscrapers and the twinkling lights that come to life as the sun sets. In the evenings you'll be able to watch the illuminations on the nearby clock tower as you skate.</div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;">Downtown Denver Rink is open through February 11th with hours varying between 10am and 10pm depending on the day. </div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;">For more information visit <a href="https://www.winterindenver.com/rink" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;">https://www.winterindenver.com/rink</b></a>.</div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVTUCbql2ggZhI1ARd7ve2KeAZbpLMYOOh8yN6ra-PgV9yLOvjERVSDM_lmj2hwN5t8a_wwRvNtx0lJ6wqU8a13sufQ1nG8JyCUv0h8CyhqycJVBpUC9atIsMjMKUj03tq9ym40Ur6aGeH198auRWg3ISpUsDlkvzwL6g8yz5nYNZ0LqEHLIYv1Yj037A/s3878/PC273803.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="font-weight: 700; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3878" data-original-width="2909" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVTUCbql2ggZhI1ARd7ve2KeAZbpLMYOOh8yN6ra-PgV9yLOvjERVSDM_lmj2hwN5t8a_wwRvNtx0lJ6wqU8a13sufQ1nG8JyCUv0h8CyhqycJVBpUC9atIsMjMKUj03tq9ym40Ur6aGeH198auRWg3ISpUsDlkvzwL6g8yz5nYNZ0LqEHLIYv1Yj037A/w480-h640/PC273803.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Through February 14th 2023</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: bold;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Olde Golden Christmas</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;">The town of Golden really knows how to celebrate the holiday season with a wealth of activities on offer for locals and visitors alike. Thousands of twinkling lights illuminate parks, historic buildings and along the creek each night through February 14th. The lights are so pretty and make for a lovely night time walk in Golden. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;">There's so much more on offer throughout the holidays in Golden so make sure to visit</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.visitgolden.com/olde-golden-christmas/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://www.visitgolden.com/olde-golden-christmas/</a></u></b> to check out all the events. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO5VxozusR7Ov3zzIzIm1WPJn4ASVb4qex54PMF6DpREP7LykNrvweNUYLlEcQZIpnTw0W_Mx5Sgl_2k0IU-xFfTq1JYXbRBl-kukciUf6gsytQWqzk9SILp3C5rcGsqDAKE5Nx032KtyAa5b_IEqVkFUDlRvpVa3i978EUYU4om_r4v4dyqBbt7PDugs/s4608/PC305014.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO5VxozusR7Ov3zzIzIm1WPJn4ASVb4qex54PMF6DpREP7LykNrvweNUYLlEcQZIpnTw0W_Mx5Sgl_2k0IU-xFfTq1JYXbRBl-kukciUf6gsytQWqzk9SILp3C5rcGsqDAKE5Nx032KtyAa5b_IEqVkFUDlRvpVa3i978EUYU4om_r4v4dyqBbt7PDugs/w640-h480/PC305014.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><u>Through February & Maybe March</u></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;">Ice Castles</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-weight: 400;">Ok, so this one is not strictly a holiday event, but it is the perfect way to celebrate Winter and I'm super excited that it's back after a two year hiatus. Ice Castles returns to Colorado with<span style="font-family: arial;"> a new location south of Denver in Cripple Creek. Visitors will be amazed by the hand grown ice structures that glisten in the sun and glow at night thanks to colorful LED lights built into the ice. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;"><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">As always, there's no set end date for Ice Castles as its season is completely dependent on the weather. Generally it runs at least through the end of February and maybe into March. </span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial;">You can see our previous visits <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/01/ice-castles-202021.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>, <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/02/ice-castles-day-and-night.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b> and <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/01/ice-castles.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial;">For more information and to book tickets visit <a href="https://icecastles.com/colorado/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">https://icecastles.com/colorado/</a>.</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; text-align: center;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWWgK3Fl8iC_y31pSf4jzuu5TBHzrr7Bv-iIsCs195xjDfWgvay5W64xqkDOOUS10NloVb9-FGAh0JEq1_D-fMFN_dUXz0ppCcLP8GwPZjY3xpU_AbuPanDvEOeU2aSgqvCbvK9rIhZJRmXy2Yfmsay7B4WdDqjFyfLPrQnfIbk9hIjWszmpeAxYBy79A/s4575/PC290074-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3431" data-original-width="4575" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWWgK3Fl8iC_y31pSf4jzuu5TBHzrr7Bv-iIsCs195xjDfWgvay5W64xqkDOOUS10NloVb9-FGAh0JEq1_D-fMFN_dUXz0ppCcLP8GwPZjY3xpU_AbuPanDvEOeU2aSgqvCbvK9rIhZJRmXy2Yfmsay7B4WdDqjFyfLPrQnfIbk9hIjWszmpeAxYBy79A/w640-h480/PC290074-2.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; text-align: right;"><br /></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></b></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></span></div></div></b></div></div></div></div></div></b></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-88093612778576653862023-12-22T12:18:00.003-07:002023-12-22T12:35:34.292-07:00Experience Gift Ideas for Colorado Families<div style="text-align: left;">Christmas is just a few days away! Eek... how did that happen?</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Have you finished your Christmas shopping yet? If you're anything like me, then there's a good chance you're not even half way through! But with only a few days left it's time to get shopping and put those presents under the tree. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The biggest reason I tend to put off Christmas shopping until the last minute is because I never know what to buy for anyone. The kids usually come up with lists that they curate throughout the year, but for many others on my gift list it's not so easy. It becomes extra complicated when they have limited space, live far away (shipping gifts can be costly) or there isn't anything they really need or want.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Gifting experiences to the rescue!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I've been a big fan of gifting experiences for a long time. Living on the opposite side of the world to friends and family long term makes shipping gifts pricey, and sometimes there are strict limitations on what can and can't be sent. Gifting experiences means no shipping costs and you can even leave it the last minute thanks to the internet. I mean, it's always nice to have something wrapped under the tree, but if you're a last minute gift shopper like me, email makes things so much easier.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">If you're in Colorado (or have someone on your gift list in Colorado) I've got you sorted with a list of my favorite gift experiences this holiday season.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">These are all family friendly options, but great for anyone on your list. I've broken the list into 3 categories:</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Museums, Zoos & Gardens</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Colorado Railroad Museum</div><div style="text-align: left;">Denver Botanic Gardens</div><div style="text-align: left;">Denver Children's Museum</div><div style="text-align: left;">Denver Museum of Nature & Science</div><div style="text-align: left;">Denver Selfie Museum</div><div style="text-align: left;">Denver Zoo</div><div style="text-align: left;">Meow Wolf Convergence Station</div><div style="text-align: left;">Museum of Illusions</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Adventures & Play</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Elitch Gardens</div><div style="text-align: left;">Ice Castles</div><div style="text-align: left;">Junkyard Social Club</div><div style="text-align: left;">National Parks Membership</div><div style="text-align: left;">Pikes Peak Railway</div><div style="text-align: left;">Royal Gorge Bridge Park</div><div style="text-align: left;">State Parks Membership</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Classes & Hands On</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Buff City Soap</div><div style="text-align: left;">Inventing Room</div><div style="text-align: left;">Little Kitchen Academy</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Let's take a look...</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj-P2Ibr_VI5y9qBr6WD012Ixb4VVjU7D5Bbo3H0nX72rlFoIhck8l-iSRkjBqjGX0mHBXUZPT_QWXRQ9U5mePpTFXZjpGjXzLnXdNme3NvPH7j3zEwCXdalw_ODLS1tavtti2FiafwsC3fsuA160po2zuN6u1UrwFG3Xg2W-uT04t27YosJcGJw82oPM/s5096/P9143519.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Meow Wolf Convergence Station" border="0" data-original-height="3822" data-original-width="5096" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj-P2Ibr_VI5y9qBr6WD012Ixb4VVjU7D5Bbo3H0nX72rlFoIhck8l-iSRkjBqjGX0mHBXUZPT_QWXRQ9U5mePpTFXZjpGjXzLnXdNme3NvPH7j3zEwCXdalw_ODLS1tavtti2FiafwsC3fsuA160po2zuN6u1UrwFG3Xg2W-uT04t27YosJcGJw82oPM/w640-h480/P9143519.jpg" title="Meow Wolf Convergence Station" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTOsLxgekWRGUhhgcikWdjFIXUiR0n8t0mQCek7KEgskOAh2sfGskFJYRpHsNFJtk_zJG2UZiv9NegoHfmysE9P6Fc2SCg8-VQPfwY3C8AuM6ikMwLRzUQ6q6HQ6MMtg1Fa1E4Kv_zb_h7JMtKgYV_5AgTxPqRrz3BYVKog_PTg2kKui1JKr-IclZr_ns/s4325/P6101665.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Colorado Railroad Museum" border="0" data-original-height="3244" data-original-width="4325" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTOsLxgekWRGUhhgcikWdjFIXUiR0n8t0mQCek7KEgskOAh2sfGskFJYRpHsNFJtk_zJG2UZiv9NegoHfmysE9P6Fc2SCg8-VQPfwY3C8AuM6ikMwLRzUQ6q6HQ6MMtg1Fa1E4Kv_zb_h7JMtKgYV_5AgTxPqRrz3BYVKog_PTg2kKui1JKr-IclZr_ns/w640-h480/P6101665.jpg" title="Colorado Railroad Museum" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS45RRQal256ev9sg6bYv1Gfrdt00vcny8ZSsGJRJu0fraVkt4Ur3R7GmKmA7N3pcWqqgaySlgfdeIvD8hN4pQJ0iAgaAVIs1xZU36JF5M2ab7EEPw2YaYJutMkU7j64EeHDerrPZfK3jB9aYrarxpqy7MiZMl5s9EznUob61suILUWXHtrilV-5d3csY/s5078/P3285889.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Junkyard Social Club" border="0" data-original-height="3808" data-original-width="5078" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS45RRQal256ev9sg6bYv1Gfrdt00vcny8ZSsGJRJu0fraVkt4Ur3R7GmKmA7N3pcWqqgaySlgfdeIvD8hN4pQJ0iAgaAVIs1xZU36JF5M2ab7EEPw2YaYJutMkU7j64EeHDerrPZfK3jB9aYrarxpqy7MiZMl5s9EznUob61suILUWXHtrilV-5d3csY/w640-h480/P3285889.jpg" title="Junkyard Social Club" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisEDpK9NIflNBuAgs1ePJxJM-jl49xOhFn8e6r3DBVyDVQrd61ZE39EDxx3VACYiMROKT7cyNXPv3sc3iPgBdBMJilWOFuXEFzt7sjlI5s-Ju6BslwlMhPwCeXMCH0WTEjR2DubWX8QDuWxJgCXODbmTrgGlogmaFczxIRKa8kOIxV7TwcMJu5hibDqhM/s5107/P8117041.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Pikes Peak Railway" border="0" data-original-height="3830" data-original-width="5107" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisEDpK9NIflNBuAgs1ePJxJM-jl49xOhFn8e6r3DBVyDVQrd61ZE39EDxx3VACYiMROKT7cyNXPv3sc3iPgBdBMJilWOFuXEFzt7sjlI5s-Ju6BslwlMhPwCeXMCH0WTEjR2DubWX8QDuWxJgCXODbmTrgGlogmaFczxIRKa8kOIxV7TwcMJu5hibDqhM/w640-h480/P8117041.jpg" title="Pikes Peak Railway" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYQz1Kotk72551UC_NlofOW61XAhTWpKoDQ6efB4Q4W-G-HwVZCYYiyPUAWPzs2klaQ3MOqZeeRWPfG_FMxN6IIrIpxwuMvSmnUO61PD08GD88qSm08lQZpk-SJPW8nnmoMziSIK_TGqlYE8rmwXK1p8uWtEJ0-E66PHayYP2JcK6-yZRR0gObIoqxHxU/s5184/P8184570.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Buff City Soap" border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYQz1Kotk72551UC_NlofOW61XAhTWpKoDQ6efB4Q4W-G-HwVZCYYiyPUAWPzs2klaQ3MOqZeeRWPfG_FMxN6IIrIpxwuMvSmnUO61PD08GD88qSm08lQZpk-SJPW8nnmoMziSIK_TGqlYE8rmwXK1p8uWtEJ0-E66PHayYP2JcK6-yZRR0gObIoqxHxU/w640-h480/P8184570.jpg" title="Buff City Soap" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg07NjQKtPwyTaOJvlgIFJ32GGr8D0E2xooxTxitoWc7ziLvkm5ahBXhqZXU2E2AA960fixtCAQu7WaC6E1ujeoEN9mGMfPJ8MJF1oZUMes9Hf9M7PNHVpXs4j4fvHBsPj9UPfWb5r95NsGwax9usB84ue45WZVZPVS41gMTTk8UDnNtcCnMOQ1Dda6soo/s5043/P5081270.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Royal Gorge Bridge Park" border="0" data-original-height="3782" data-original-width="5043" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg07NjQKtPwyTaOJvlgIFJ32GGr8D0E2xooxTxitoWc7ziLvkm5ahBXhqZXU2E2AA960fixtCAQu7WaC6E1ujeoEN9mGMfPJ8MJF1oZUMes9Hf9M7PNHVpXs4j4fvHBsPj9UPfWb5r95NsGwax9usB84ue45WZVZPVS41gMTTk8UDnNtcCnMOQ1Dda6soo/w640-h480/P5081270.jpg" title="Royal Gorge Bridge Park" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Ice Castles" border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIN05IRcn7fRsp8TPmWUM7GjKJI3CzfjFGiSN6XpU5Hit3JHf3NhhKfNANx-K1_zezL6JEhjgSBKNSyHIfUWEK09jrsSOqNkphAu7-zjT8pHhJY7qtnO_bYrizEWlt9tu0xdAnAf0znmQYG0mqbZSCDWYCSXM8PyNW-ttJBDGjFiIb1nRaWgfMzPECMnk/w480-h640/PC290079.jpg" title="Ice Castles" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYR3HJTKG83YBSUQeaxvqMSaD35SVHaFtxWT7sFQsgVSC_aIAKI3Qjbu_nTymo68M44ibKGPZsYt78rzAiwryQTZ0wn9Vz3xphyphenhyphenoqRuu4r1kKRHyvUwO9KPb-OK25Kziw9caHEaSfjLimu9-XyPLhTwtm825DiuFwVyUYtuTNe81aKL_K4lx9TUJLYAsM/s5184/P7081558.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rocky Mountain National Park" border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYR3HJTKG83YBSUQeaxvqMSaD35SVHaFtxWT7sFQsgVSC_aIAKI3Qjbu_nTymo68M44ibKGPZsYt78rzAiwryQTZ0wn9Vz3xphyphenhyphenoqRuu4r1kKRHyvUwO9KPb-OK25Kziw9caHEaSfjLimu9-XyPLhTwtm825DiuFwVyUYtuTNe81aKL_K4lx9TUJLYAsM/w480-h640/P7081558.jpg" title="Rocky Mountain National Park" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPneJQZtbJjqOhREwc2TnKbMJmzRIPaON2XP4O50k0F5LhOztbjWN_9ZHGACIqz4wTXBBDUt0dDMacdb3oTVeQHh3oB4MqnlREcyUrKOKp7dnZSwx9zhgGEOGsvBGWKftP4UeXgnay56XdbRiRTebXVQALGSKrW9E9keRQgBoEpChlOZ1RFaA-o5HbsNc/s5071/P8127103.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Denver Botanic Gardens" border="0" data-original-height="5071" data-original-width="3803" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPneJQZtbJjqOhREwc2TnKbMJmzRIPaON2XP4O50k0F5LhOztbjWN_9ZHGACIqz4wTXBBDUt0dDMacdb3oTVeQHh3oB4MqnlREcyUrKOKp7dnZSwx9zhgGEOGsvBGWKftP4UeXgnay56XdbRiRTebXVQALGSKrW9E9keRQgBoEpChlOZ1RFaA-o5HbsNc/w480-h640/P8127103.jpg" title="Denver Botanic Gardens" width="480" /></a></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div><b><u>Museums, Zoos & Gardens</u></b></div><div> </div><div><div><b>Colorado Railroad Museum</b></div><div>I think it's safe to say that most of us have a train buff on their gift list. If that's true for you, then membership for Colorado Railroad Museum would make a wonderful gift. This outdoor museum in Golden covers 15 acres with a railyard full of trains from the 1880s through to the 1980s. Visitors can take train rides around the museum grounds, explore the trains on display, watch a model railway, check out the exhibits in the depot building, and so much more. </div><div><br /></div><div>Membership includes free admission, free train rides, special member appreciation days, 10% off most merchandise and 10% of party rentals. </div><div><br /></div><div>More more information about Colorado Railroad Museum membership visit <b> </b></div><div><b><a href="https://coloradorailroadmuseum.org/membership/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://coloradorailroadmuseum.org/membership/</a></b>.</div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPDNunLnqis3JxQ98yuIcz3NmnWQZcsJEf-9yjmib6lrGCeMjWy5z1f39oLkY5Xi_LqITMk1uWqEMpswjJ84nK-p87FaSr_nePK12FfmIigNwbKaK1tdXwhE2yAW1mZMrKX2_IMz_0JYOgScaikI3ZRwZDl-ok39dNZt3i9P6tW1Ksid0xWMEkLP0nJv8/s5077/P6101997.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Colorado Railroad Museum" border="0" data-original-height="3808" data-original-width="5077" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPDNunLnqis3JxQ98yuIcz3NmnWQZcsJEf-9yjmib6lrGCeMjWy5z1f39oLkY5Xi_LqITMk1uWqEMpswjJ84nK-p87FaSr_nePK12FfmIigNwbKaK1tdXwhE2yAW1mZMrKX2_IMz_0JYOgScaikI3ZRwZDl-ok39dNZt3i9P6tW1Ksid0xWMEkLP0nJv8/w640-h480/P6101997.jpg" title="Colorado Railroad Museum" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div><b>Denver Botanic Gardens</b></div><div>Denver Botanic Gardens is one of my favorite places in the city. A tranquil garden filled with plants from all around the world, ponds, greenhouses, restaurants, sculptures, and even a fun rooftop playground, the Gardens really are a great place for visitors of all ages. </div><div><br /></div><div>Membership for Denver Botanic Gardens includes free year round entry to both the main gardens on York Street and Chatfield Farms in Littleton, advance ticketing and discounted tickets for special events, members only previews and events, and 10% discount at onsite shops and restaurants. As Denver Botanic Gardens is a member of American Horticultural membership can be used for reciprocal benefits, including free entry, at other AHS member gardens across the country. For the full list visit <b><u><a href="https://ahsgardening.org/gardening-programs/rap/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://ahsgardening.org/gardening-programs/rap/</a></u></b>.</div><div> </div><div>For more information about Denver Botanic Gardens membership visit <a href="https://www.botanicgardens.org/join-give/membership" rel="nofollow" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">https://www.botanicgardens.org/join-give/membership</a>.</div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3nS-0LA3XkmhRTZzfqCy5xokf7wHqa7QvwYyJ9Z5fs38V0T2114JGacs8Irl-R8Sz6grzY_4jXMXM9iuUYPs-uqn1QBAvZIVxm6u570iXxxJttgdFzTTMsifgPSXurRVaBhsFJbtpxGsKywO1CwLR9BYoXoWxxR4yJzz1Q0QdheGiWno4yQyhi1kCaGw/s5131/P8127205.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Denver Botanic Gardens" border="0" data-original-height="3848" data-original-width="5131" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3nS-0LA3XkmhRTZzfqCy5xokf7wHqa7QvwYyJ9Z5fs38V0T2114JGacs8Irl-R8Sz6grzY_4jXMXM9iuUYPs-uqn1QBAvZIVxm6u570iXxxJttgdFzTTMsifgPSXurRVaBhsFJbtpxGsKywO1CwLR9BYoXoWxxR4yJzz1Q0QdheGiWno4yQyhi1kCaGw/w640-h480/P8127205.jpg" title="Denver Botanic Gardens" width="640" /></a></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div><b>Denver Children's Museum</b></div><div>For families with young children, membership to Denver Children's Museum makes a fantastic gift. This fun museum in the heart of Denver features indoor and outdoor play spaces that are sure to delight. </div><div><br /></div><div>Annual membership includes unlimited entry, two single use guest passes, $2 off entry for friends, 10% off merchandise and food, discounted entry for special events, discounted rides on the Denver Trolley and more. As Denver Children's Museum is a member of the Association of Children's Museum your membership can be used for discounted or free entry at other ASC locations across the country. You can find the full list of ASC locations at <b><u><a href="https://findachildrensmuseum.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://findachildrensmuseum.org/</a></u></b>.</div><div><br /></div><div>For more information about membership for Denver Children's Museum visit <b><u><a href="https://www.mychildsmuseum.org/get-involved/membership" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mychildsmuseum.org/get-involved/membership</a></u></b>.</div></div><div><br /></div><div><div><b>Denver Museum Nature & Science</b></div><div><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">Denver Museum of Nature & Science is always a hit with the whole family. With exhibitions focusing on dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures, Colorado's geologic treasures, the human body, wildlife, ancient Egypt, Native American cultures, space, and so much more, there really is something for everyone. </span></div><div><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><br /></span></div><div><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">Annual membership is a great way to visit DMNS while also supporting all the work they do. Membership comes with unlimited entry for a year plus perks including 10% off merchandise and food, invites to special members only events and previews of new exhibitions. As DMNS is a member of the Association of Science & Technology Centers your membership can be used for discounts (and even free tickets) at other ASTC museums around the country. This is an especially great perk for families that travel a lot. For the full list of ASTC museums visit </span><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><b><u><a href="https://www.astc.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.astc.org/</a></u></b>.</span><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"> </span></div><div><br /></div><div>For more information about membership options at DMNS visit<b><u><a href="https://www.dmns.org/join/memberships/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.dmns.org/join/memberships/</a></u></b>.</div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0R5S9jflReFApwxkUlEj08tN1Gt816sHP2gTo0lMPr2YuRCr-IQvYc3lrQKMbAlMoA1Uhftctmf-8Nnm-MjGcqjnW74-j9RiPO4pqaHH8F2IXczIWE_87Fryw_jShQtMI6qjek17fYglkrMNHhOKLM23UbT_CNKatKwC2n9iXL1-OhyYiD0urIfZX_pE/s5184/P7112624.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Denver Museum of Nature and Science" border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0R5S9jflReFApwxkUlEj08tN1Gt816sHP2gTo0lMPr2YuRCr-IQvYc3lrQKMbAlMoA1Uhftctmf-8Nnm-MjGcqjnW74-j9RiPO4pqaHH8F2IXczIWE_87Fryw_jShQtMI6qjek17fYglkrMNHhOKLM23UbT_CNKatKwC2n9iXL1-OhyYiD0urIfZX_pE/w480-h640/P7112624.jpg" title="Denver Museum of Nature and Science" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><div><b>Denver Selfie Museum<br /></b></div><div>Got someone on your gift list who loves taking selfies? Gift them a membership for Denver Selfie Museum! This fun venue features fun backdrops and props for memorable selfies - or pics of your kids if you're like me! </div><div><br /></div><div>Membership provides unlimited entry to all Original Selfie Museum locations across the country, discounts for guests, and VIP invitations for special events. </div><div><br /></div><div>For more information about Denver Selfie Museum membership click <b><u><a href="https://www-1573q.bookeo.com/bookeo/m_beginMembershipPurchase.html?bsid=e4yc44hxj6emyctk&languageCode=en_US&cfch=6E98708F68064B91C58860D759462A3A8BB053E6&ncs=ppnfelweaf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWJpD6OC-Sue994VmImU_ZHGvL-R3ru9vxHxhUfGfh91EgSCjg8Jf7AmQ28BtUEUF8JPNm5nVDkubwvdBzUTAWbrTtRrngJFp80wBCxKQWhGpu8qSQCm-kExOWTsAiw_Fl6Jmisy5BPnKISnZn75bEodpKCdqkVGLQApOeOmaufxNnx-Bq7U0_L9ULsEE/s4741/P8053900.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Denver Selfie Museum" border="0" data-original-height="3556" data-original-width="4741" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWJpD6OC-Sue994VmImU_ZHGvL-R3ru9vxHxhUfGfh91EgSCjg8Jf7AmQ28BtUEUF8JPNm5nVDkubwvdBzUTAWbrTtRrngJFp80wBCxKQWhGpu8qSQCm-kExOWTsAiw_Fl6Jmisy5BPnKISnZn75bEodpKCdqkVGLQApOeOmaufxNnx-Bq7U0_L9ULsEE/w640-h480/P8053900.jpg" title="Denver Selfie Museum" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div><b>Denver Zoo</b></div><div><div>For animal lovers, Denver Zoo membership is a great option. Not only does membership give you access to view the zoo's resident animals, but it helps the zoo with conservation efforts. It's a win-win! </div><div><br /></div><div>Annual membership includes unlimited entry for a year, special members only hours and events, guest passes, carousel and train ride passes, discounts on food and merchandise and so much more. </div><div><br /></div><div>For more information about Denver Zoo membership visit <b><u><a href="https://denverzoo.org/membership/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://denverzoo.org/membership/</a></u></b>.</div></div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5MTIO0yYTeKCqhegsP03qSyTY-MNp5e8m2sQm100s6KZRtCU9igNEIGVbcp_CrSktswPQkV8d-9GWrlysC9Zb7FdEZF7nZGPeLpHl-vDaDHGYgAV1toWr3RrHjxXaD8Kohtx0EFqHjkLnEmstXmPyBt90aLHDJB3UydBGqs1MvBHt19U8l2gsqjUI89s/s4615/Copy%20of%20P6107123.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Denver Zoo" border="0" data-original-height="3461" data-original-width="4615" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5MTIO0yYTeKCqhegsP03qSyTY-MNp5e8m2sQm100s6KZRtCU9igNEIGVbcp_CrSktswPQkV8d-9GWrlysC9Zb7FdEZF7nZGPeLpHl-vDaDHGYgAV1toWr3RrHjxXaD8Kohtx0EFqHjkLnEmstXmPyBt90aLHDJB3UydBGqs1MvBHt19U8l2gsqjUI89s/w640-h480/Copy%20of%20P6107123.jpg" title="Denver Zoo" width="640" /></a></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Meow Wolf Convergence Station</b></div><div>Meow Wolf Convergence Station has been my absolute favorite place to visit in Denver ever since it opened in 2021. If you enjoy immersive art that feels like you've been transported to a whole new dimension, then Convergence Station is a must see.<b> </b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Meow Wolf now offers annual membership in the form of their Denver Portal Pass! Each pass is valid for unlimited entry for one whole year and up to five (named) adults and five (named) children can be added to one pass making it perfect for families. Perks include 10% discount off additional tickets for any Meow Wolf location, merchandise, food and beverage.</div><div><br /></div><div>For more information and to purchase a Denver Portal Pass visit <span face="-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><b style="text-decoration-line: underline;"><a href="https://meowwolf.com/portal-pass" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://meowwolf.com/portal-pass</a></b>.</span></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8JqMtrKr9oDFyWVJtKFEqa5QQDpe6N72gx6TyLPOHShyphenhyphenORO7yE_OxzEmQZX2S90ydNMckTGeZyH8o3LqLVgp5TpyHM-WpO7CKIRPzqcb_NuuW2B8FZNPIJAYiDfJFDc-SNSL8s2Stv6T38sYZCwKHP8sHm3C8r2VWCshWBUpNDA3lWVIYvNQYoSVc7-4/s5184/P9143705.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Meow Wolf Convergence Station" border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8JqMtrKr9oDFyWVJtKFEqa5QQDpe6N72gx6TyLPOHShyphenhyphenORO7yE_OxzEmQZX2S90ydNMckTGeZyH8o3LqLVgp5TpyHM-WpO7CKIRPzqcb_NuuW2B8FZNPIJAYiDfJFDc-SNSL8s2Stv6T38sYZCwKHP8sHm3C8r2VWCshWBUpNDA3lWVIYvNQYoSVc7-4/w640-h480/P9143705.jpg" title="Meow Wolf Convergence Station" width="640" /></a></div><div><div><br /></div><div><b>Museum of Illusions</b></div></div><div>The latest museum to open in Denver is already a big hit with visitors of all ages. Museum of Illusions Denver opened just a few months ago and is a must see experience. Visitors will find themselves immersed in mind blowing exhibitions that leave you hanging upside down in an RTD car, scaling the walls of an building, seeing doubles (or more) of themselves, towering over their suddenly tiny friends, and so much more. </div><div><br /></div><div>Membership for Museum of Illusions is not available, however timed entry or flexible entry tickets would make a fantastic gift. </div><div><br /></div><div>For more information and to purchase tickets visit <b><u><a href="https://moidenver.com/buy-tickets" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://moidenver.com/buy-tickets</a></u></b>.</div><div><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJP4dpzJTXyYM0e21VG8LZ6DuwkLAyfSdOILItAg93P3tV2zaLkLiAcJOEPZV1pGAUYD90yRGyAvOplBhmA__JKn9-nsDh5w73_J-cNZrcsOt-4McMH8JvTHOaIWNZIpCQT6Jl8FPL1fRWHjhXm-NMxvlyYgOhd8iAl-mAhE-2jS6SWf5-OCsJMjTEhyphenhyphenk/s4032/IMG_7383.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Museum of Illusions" border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJP4dpzJTXyYM0e21VG8LZ6DuwkLAyfSdOILItAg93P3tV2zaLkLiAcJOEPZV1pGAUYD90yRGyAvOplBhmA__JKn9-nsDh5w73_J-cNZrcsOt-4McMH8JvTHOaIWNZIpCQT6Jl8FPL1fRWHjhXm-NMxvlyYgOhd8iAl-mAhE-2jS6SWf5-OCsJMjTEhyphenhyphenk/w640-h480/IMG_7383.jpeg" title="Museum of Illusions" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><b><u>Adventures & Play</u></b></div><div><br /></div><div><div><b>Elitch Gardens</b></div><div>Who doesn't love a good theme park and water park? Elitch Gardens is a Denver institution bringing joy to Colorado families for With daring rollercoasters, kiddie rides, wave pools, lazy river, towering water slides and so much more there's something for everyone at Elitch Gardens.</div><div><br /></div><div>Season passes for Elitch Gardens make for a wonderful gift. As well as unlimited entry during the 2024 season (April - October) season passes now include entry to the holiday light extravaganza Luminova and the Halloween themed Fright Fest. Season passes also include free parking, two free passes for friends, a souvenir refillable cup, and in park discounts.</div><div><br /></div><div>Find more information about Elitch Gardens season passes visit <span style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.elitchgardens.com/season-passes/" rel="nofollow" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">https://www.elitchgardens.com/season-passes/</a>.</span></div></div><div><span style="text-align: center;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGHOl7iSK6jNY8M649hoq6Dxvn_wUxLe8BZQveNSmbhCgB4d96LUTzvsyv_2mqkm7GuJvkOcwZZ_q2y6KR0bTU4aVpxdRvuVlDnKA_-FxTnvDFRjfG19LOxZ0rzBI_MdPDz8pN92l4VBcLEOIl43ZCOxDEk6vIBxFSyuZDTCn5NiFxK4UjXfywwQlxQO8/s4992/P6164565.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Elitch Gardens" border="0" data-original-height="4992" data-original-width="3744" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGHOl7iSK6jNY8M649hoq6Dxvn_wUxLe8BZQveNSmbhCgB4d96LUTzvsyv_2mqkm7GuJvkOcwZZ_q2y6KR0bTU4aVpxdRvuVlDnKA_-FxTnvDFRjfG19LOxZ0rzBI_MdPDz8pN92l4VBcLEOIl43ZCOxDEk6vIBxFSyuZDTCn5NiFxK4UjXfywwQlxQO8/w480-h640/P6164565.jpg" title="Elitch Gardens" width="480" /></a></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Ice Castles </b></div><div>Ice Castles is one of my all time favorite events here in Colorado and I'm super excited that it is back after a two year hiatus. Imagine walking through a wonderland of ice sculptures, ice caves, twinkling lights, and even ice slides. That's Ice Castles! </div><div><br /></div><div>Tickets to see the Ice Castles would make for a magical Christmas gift - and I think we could all do with a little magic under the tree this year.</div><div><br /></div><div>For more information and to purchase Ice Castles tickets visit <b><u><a href="https://icecastles.com/colorado/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://icecastles.com/colorado/</a></u></b>.<br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmKevyWvBH0C9XjJMr16LqrrDZphNM1JqLQuw1UaEjwCDdRMMcTg3ceZPXISEAJD4uO2YrWzZoGDPOk9qOAC_2vw0W-R7_s1HMg90z70FzzPgfT_dWxJMu8ZRUNfCnLZpOyQOBLG6ZvlJu0KBAAZKBOUzYt74ELXIy6yEaykivtNWdiy_LXTGXdX5rGI4/s4793/Ice%20Castles%20Slide%20Little%20Hiccups%20(6).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Ice Castles" border="0" data-original-height="3595" data-original-width="4793" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmKevyWvBH0C9XjJMr16LqrrDZphNM1JqLQuw1UaEjwCDdRMMcTg3ceZPXISEAJD4uO2YrWzZoGDPOk9qOAC_2vw0W-R7_s1HMg90z70FzzPgfT_dWxJMu8ZRUNfCnLZpOyQOBLG6ZvlJu0KBAAZKBOUzYt74ELXIy6yEaykivtNWdiy_LXTGXdX5rGI4/w640-h480/Ice%20Castles%20Slide%20Little%20Hiccups%20(6).jpg" title="Ice Castles" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Junkyard Social Club<br /></b></div><div>What could be better for families than a play space where the kids can get creative with both indoor and outdoor fun while parents can relax, or even catch up on a little work, with a coffee or even a beer? If this sounds great to you, then you must check out Junkyard Social Club in Boulder.</div><div><br /></div><div>Junkyard Social Club is one of my favorite places for kids. The play equipment is all made of salvaged materials which means it looks like no other playground around. As well as being a great place to play, they offer day camps and workshops as well as hosting both family friendly and adults only events.</div><div><br /></div><div>Membership for Junkyard Social Club includes free admission, 15% discount at the cafe, 25% discount for select events and programs, and $10 discounts of camps.</div><div><br /></div><div>For more information about Junkyard Social Club membership visit <b><u><a href="https://junkyardsocialclub.org/memberships/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://junkyardsocialclub.org/memberships/</a></u></b>.</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAUu5mfBkzfnq9Z6mnPhxhOEJp9AFietqNTHieFs1OcJwQ0VEeLlp0aOvUop7EVkvPD_919uAAVoRD8Soa7vpzLnoGl7P8DQjElifK4I5mx5NEk_BNjf2dfP8D6t4IcrOaZiK9TVXMRfabtOirga1jv0Mi1Q9BScKuscW-I5ySNc4yp5EJSSlVjlI60_8/s4032/IMG_6050.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Junkyard Social Club" border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAUu5mfBkzfnq9Z6mnPhxhOEJp9AFietqNTHieFs1OcJwQ0VEeLlp0aOvUop7EVkvPD_919uAAVoRD8Soa7vpzLnoGl7P8DQjElifK4I5mx5NEk_BNjf2dfP8D6t4IcrOaZiK9TVXMRfabtOirga1jv0Mi1Q9BScKuscW-I5ySNc4yp5EJSSlVjlI60_8/w640-h480/IMG_6050.jpg" title="Junkyard Social Club" width="640" /></a></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div><b>National Parks </b><br />A National Parks pass would make a fantastic gift for friends and family no matter where they live in the US! Membership covers entry to National Parks across the country making it a great gift to encourage adventure. </div><div><br /></div><div>Each annual pass covers all passengers in one vehicle which makes it a great gift for families, groups of friends, housemates etc.</div><div><br /></div><div>You can purchase annual pass cards in person at most National Parks or online <a href="https://store.usgs.gov/pass" rel="nofollow" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">here</a>.</div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMTjCCeLf2BcxZGyQ_zMJuvWnW3-obWYb-AEcCif9j2qMMSYNaHG4dcWJafm00iXTkRThSaCZlLAwiE_GhugXNtQMjBXtXhMzOp1rj4T5C0aEDw6yetNmiDlS5gJJ8FQiare90CJbPbPLdlDP1ISJicXs-7Nu-7z0zculPTTkgi9O3EGt_ap1xkTJOap0/s5049/P7081709.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rocky Mountain National Park" border="0" data-original-height="5049" data-original-width="3787" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMTjCCeLf2BcxZGyQ_zMJuvWnW3-obWYb-AEcCif9j2qMMSYNaHG4dcWJafm00iXTkRThSaCZlLAwiE_GhugXNtQMjBXtXhMzOp1rj4T5C0aEDw6yetNmiDlS5gJJ8FQiare90CJbPbPLdlDP1ISJicXs-7Nu-7z0zculPTTkgi9O3EGt_ap1xkTJOap0/w480-h640/P7081709.jpg" title="Rocky Mountain National Park" width="480" /></a></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Pikes Peak Railway</b></div><div>For a Colorado experience like no other, tickets to ride the Pikes Peak Railway would make a wonderful gift. This cog railway is not only the highest in the country but also takes you up to a height of 14,115 feet. A great way to cross a 14er off your list!</div><div><br /></div><div>The views from the top are stunning as are those on the way up and down. Make sure to keep an eye out for wildlife. We spotted marmots, big horn sheep and even a few bears!</div><div><br /></div><div>Tickets for Pikes Peak Railway can be purchased at <b><u><a href="https://www.cograilway.com/ride/purchase-tickets/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.cograilway.com/ride/purchase-tickets/</a></u></b>.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGlvqRG5Z9jk65P_648ZCmZX8wEwMXMITSgB0jK9Jz9V0uuVpozOHVLe8FLQf1IZjyILw4csbZlgpeT-FJLrJMOJE8gwxn8oxcez17-oy37gPQlpUJUW-r3cEtLbsjQga0Vcl3XjTAErgm4kJ0WmwUjvRbgknbhkGxnLohb43x-w546MolAWUSdnI8lH0/s5123/P8117046.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Pikes Peak Railway" border="0" data-original-height="3842" data-original-width="5123" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGlvqRG5Z9jk65P_648ZCmZX8wEwMXMITSgB0jK9Jz9V0uuVpozOHVLe8FLQf1IZjyILw4csbZlgpeT-FJLrJMOJE8gwxn8oxcez17-oy37gPQlpUJUW-r3cEtLbsjQga0Vcl3XjTAErgm4kJ0WmwUjvRbgknbhkGxnLohb43x-w546MolAWUSdnI8lH0/w640-h480/P8117046.jpg" title="Pikes Peak Railway" width="640" /></a></div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Royal Gorge Bridge Park</b></div><div>Royal Gorge Bridge Park makes for a wonderful day trip from Denver. As well as the iconic bridge (the highest suspension bring in the country!) visitors will find a museum, a carousel, a really fun playground, a gondola ride and add on activities such a a zipline. </div><div><br /></div><div>Annual passes are available for families and individuals. Single visit tickets are also available for purchase as a gift. You can find annual pass information <b><u><a href="https://tickets.royalgorgebridge.com/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=RGBTIX&c=RGBSIX" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR1nDYplxqcmNICV0pun1OAfOo-Cb-DepHvn9BnlcZIpCKPRGSmvR6GvrwSKRaTIhD80x60oOJO7sd7Kh7J9ON_ohgxwqF675yIpVem1HUNXu9uXOFm4aMUI2UnhuN3ICNvjZDYiRK9nwLn0joRVXwbI1kjp0-Sgt8DBYypyI2ur_5QedbZc_7W-8rFiI/s5092/P5081105.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Royal Gorge Bridge Park" border="0" data-original-height="5092" data-original-width="3819" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR1nDYplxqcmNICV0pun1OAfOo-Cb-DepHvn9BnlcZIpCKPRGSmvR6GvrwSKRaTIhD80x60oOJO7sd7Kh7J9ON_ohgxwqF675yIpVem1HUNXu9uXOFm4aMUI2UnhuN3ICNvjZDYiRK9nwLn0joRVXwbI1kjp0-Sgt8DBYypyI2ur_5QedbZc_7W-8rFiI/w480-h640/P5081105.jpg" title="Royal Gorge Bridge Park" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><b>Colorado State Parks </b><br />Colorado is home to 42 state parks with a wealth of diverse landscapes, wildlife and climate. With lakes, mountains, towering red rocks, historical sites, prairies, wildlife viewing, fishing, camping, hiking, watersports, and so much more, Colorado's State Parks have something for everyone. </div><div><br /></div><div>An annual pass for Colorado State Parks would make a fabulous gift for the outdoorsy person on your gift list. Like the National Parks pass, this one covers all passengers in the car, so it's great for families, groups of friends or room mates alike. </div><div><br /></div><div>You can purchase a state parks pass in person or at <b><u><a href="https://www.cpwshop.com/privilegepos.page" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.cpwshop.com/privilegepos.page</a></u></b>.</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyD4gYSu8453ldjwhzQWij5CeQd0Fi5amMrZXKr_mLvr77b17-m-R1uXb89kkwwaJHI1j2fBqW5-xe7Lc6Ro4sAHNxb36gZ7O-ACMcK_J4djYGavUitywcB3uIs81nKs-UHD8eo9fcT39TeT1P76wnJGS6BExD7nrykT38bNjwmJHK3dYCtV_suy4zG-A/s4985/P3264172.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Roxborough State Park" border="0" data-original-height="3739" data-original-width="4985" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyD4gYSu8453ldjwhzQWij5CeQd0Fi5amMrZXKr_mLvr77b17-m-R1uXb89kkwwaJHI1j2fBqW5-xe7Lc6Ro4sAHNxb36gZ7O-ACMcK_J4djYGavUitywcB3uIs81nKs-UHD8eo9fcT39TeT1P76wnJGS6BExD7nrykT38bNjwmJHK3dYCtV_suy4zG-A/w640-h480/P3264172.jpg" title="Roxborough State Park" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><div><b><u>Classes & Demonstrations</u></b></div><div><br /></div><div><div><b>Buff City Soap</b> </div><div>Have you ever made soap before? What about bath bombs? We have made both before at Buff City Soap and it was so much fun! A soap and bath bomb making workshop at Buff City Soap is a fantastic gift. Not only is it a fun time making the soaps and bath bombs, but you get to take them home with you too, so it's like two gifts in one. Plus it all smells divine!</div><div><br /></div><div>To purchase a custom Buff City Soap workshop visit <b><u><a href="https://buffcitysoap.com/pages/store-locator" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://buffcitysoap.com/pages/store-locator</a></u></b>. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFM5VEAsHKUGuFMqOGGfT9qQvvCloJd3yn-ExT0icmBgPfEc7SL-ozP8vRDV5wfTqBBGTyJfI_sOA2Q35FAIQtISXWuQoHIbEjHHvDMJiRfwHXOv5mgTGDFZCH7PR77TIXJj1enkJtSC6fNE-QisBxXfmppyAq3z2cOeiWqtlOoCPF8yV9lu-FtdEeuvo/s4778/P8184392.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Buff City Soap" border="0" data-original-height="3584" data-original-width="4778" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFM5VEAsHKUGuFMqOGGfT9qQvvCloJd3yn-ExT0icmBgPfEc7SL-ozP8vRDV5wfTqBBGTyJfI_sOA2Q35FAIQtISXWuQoHIbEjHHvDMJiRfwHXOv5mgTGDFZCH7PR77TIXJj1enkJtSC6fNE-QisBxXfmppyAq3z2cOeiWqtlOoCPF8yV9lu-FtdEeuvo/w640-h480/P8184392.jpg" title="Buff City Soap" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><b>The Inventing Room</b></div><div>When sweet treats and science come together something absolutely magical happens. Glow in the dark cotton candy, freeze dried candies, and bubbling and smoking liquid nitrogen sundaes are just a small taste of what you can expect to find at a Sugar Science demonstration at The Inventing Room in Denver.</div><div><br /></div><div>Tickets for Sugar Science demonstrations can be purchased online, but they do sell out quickly. Gift vouchers are also available. You can purchase both at <b><u><a href="https://tirdenver.com/sugar-science" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://tirdenver.com/sugar-science</a></u></b>. </div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Little Kitchen Academy</b></div></div></div><div>Do you have a child who loves to cook on your gift list? Little Kitchen Academy in Denver offers amazing cooking classes for toddlers through to teens. Each class is three hours long and kids will learn an array of age appropriate kitchen skills as well as cooking something delicious to bring home.</div><div><br /></div><div>Gift vouchers can be purchased for single classes, multiple classes and even annual membership. To purchase visit <b><u><a href="https://littlekitchenacademy.com/locations/denver-9co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://littlekitchenacademy.com/locations/denver-9co/</a></u></b>.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT2FKk1E5JZtFxvAMRdaLEmB7YCkYzJkH82kHsHbSbpav10iC4DR5tr0dNmslBITaOnBA9k6ON_Yfp-1KMRgJfrgwi1O4ai9RSD1RTaz2i5ItvvrTZhZ8GE7vx09bPlMSzHJdbcB78tDpyWCBBzmLEVD-bUXN5-waMDwNYIBH4Bxc4BYmDr9HuV97fCx8/s4032/IMG_8124.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Little Kitchen Academy" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT2FKk1E5JZtFxvAMRdaLEmB7YCkYzJkH82kHsHbSbpav10iC4DR5tr0dNmslBITaOnBA9k6ON_Yfp-1KMRgJfrgwi1O4ai9RSD1RTaz2i5ItvvrTZhZ8GE7vx09bPlMSzHJdbcB78tDpyWCBBzmLEVD-bUXN5-waMDwNYIBH4Bxc4BYmDr9HuV97fCx8/w480-h640/IMG_8124.jpeg" title="Little Kitchen Academy" width="480" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Will you be gifting experiences this year? Let me know if you gift any of the ideas I shared here!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-73014093844351723622023-11-17T10:02:00.003-07:002023-12-27T11:50:07.609-07:0022+ Holiday Events in Denver 2023<div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The holiday season is upon us, and Denver sure knows how to celebrate!</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">There's something extra magical about the holidays here in Denver. The city lights up with twinkling lights, there are immersive displays and exhibitions, fun events for all ages, holiday markets, and so much more.</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Today I'm sharing more than 20 of my favorite family friendly holiday activities in and around Denver. In this post you'll find details for:</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">🎄 Blossoms of Light at Denver Botanic Gardens</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">✨ Trail of Lights at Chatfield Gardens</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">❄️ Christmas at Gaylord Rockies</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">🎄</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> Camp Christmas</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">✨</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> Luminova Holidays at Elitch Gardens</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">❄️ Zoo Lights at Denver Zoo</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">🎄</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> Denver's Mile High Tree</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">✨ </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Krampus: Fright Before Christmas</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">❄️</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> Christmas in Color</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">🎄</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> Denver Christkindl Market</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">✨ A Hudson Christmas</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">❄️</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> Denver's Union Station</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">🎄</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> Parade of Lights</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">✨ </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Downtown Denver Rink</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">❄️ </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Light the Lights at Denver City Council Building</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">🎄</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> Lights throughout Denver</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">✨</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> Winter Wanderland at Cherry Creek</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">❄️</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Light up the Holidays in Boulder</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">🎄 </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Louisville Parade of Lights</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">✨ </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Olde Golden Christmas</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">❄️</span><span style="font-family: arial;">The Polar Express at Colorado Railroad Museum</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">🎄</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> Ice Castles</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial;">Let's take a look and make sure to read through to the end for a Winter favorite that makes a return this year!</span><span style="color: black; 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box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Blossoms of Light at Denver Botanic Gardens<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></u></b><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Denver Botanic Gardens is a beautiful place to visit at any time of year, but during the holiday season it really comes to life thanks to the evening event Blossoms of Light. The actual blossoms may be gone for the Winter and the trees may be bare, but there is plenty of color to be seen thanks to thousands of twinkling lights that set the gardens aglow. Rug up in your Winter woolies, sip a hot chocolate and take a walk through the gardens where you'll be mesmerized by the sparking light displays, the glowing orbs that seem to float on the frozen ponds, the fascinating light sculptures and the fields of light that twinkle in time to music. You can see our visit </span><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="http://www.littlehiccups.net/2019/12/blossoms-of-light-at-denver-botanic.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box;">.</span></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span>Blossoms of Light runs nightly from November 17th to January 7th (closed November 23rd and December 25th) from 4:30pm to 9pm. </span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Tickets are $25 for adults, $21 for children (ages 3 - 15), and children ages 2 and under are admitted free of charge. </span></div><div class="google-auto-placed ap_container" style="background-color: white; 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color: #222222;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Trail of Lights<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></u></b>Denver Botanic Gardens offers two events over the festive season. Along with Blossoms of Light mentioned above, there's also Trail of Lights at the gardens' Littleton location, Chatfield Farms. This family friendly exhibition features a mile of dazzling light displays, a children's play area with synchronized music, antique tractors and farm machinery, an 1880s ranch homestead, and hot drinks and snacks to purchase. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Trail of Lights runs on various evenings from November 24th through January 1st (closed on December 25th) from 5pm to 8:30pm. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Tickets are $16 for adults, $12 for children (ages 3 - 15), and children ages 2 and under are admitted free of charge. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><iframe allowtransparency="true" data-google-container-id="a!4" data-google-query-id="CP-73dfypvsCFczBTAIddM8IcQ" data-load-complete="true" data-rhp="1" frameborder="0" height="0" hspace="0" id="aswift_3" marginheight="0" marginwidth="0" name="aswift_3" sandbox="allow-forms allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-top-navigation-by-user-activation" scrolling="no" src="https://googleads.g.doubleclick.net/pagead/ads?us_privacy=1---&client=ca-pub-2657095638066872&output=html&h=280&adk=2891830257&adf=3543580477&pi=t.aa~a.2108135908~i.36~rp.4&w=590&fwrn=4&fwrnh=100&lmt=1668178990&num_ads=1&rafmt=1&armr=3&sem=mc&pwprc=6209870251&ad_type=text_image&format=590x280&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.littlehiccups.net%2F2021%2F11%2F18-ways-to-celebrate-holidays-in.html&host=ca-host-pub-1556223355139109&fwr=0&pra=3&rh=148&rw=590&rpe=1&resp_fmts=3&wgl=1&fa=27&uach=WyJXaW5kb3dzIiwiMTUuMC4wIiwieDg2IiwiIiwiMTA3LjAuNTMwNC4xMDYiLFtdLGZhbHNlLG51bGwsIjY0IixbWyJHb29nbGUgQ2hyb21lIiwiMTA3LjAuNTMwNC4xMDYiXSxbIkNocm9taXVtIiwiMTA3LjAuNTMwNC4xMDYiXSxbIk5vdD1BP0JyYW5kIiwiMjQuMC4wLjAiXV0sZmFsc2Vd&dt=1668196064431&bpp=1&bdt=586&idt=1&shv=r20221109&mjsv=m202211090101&ptt=9&saldr=aa&abxe=1&cookie=ID%3D91266ae30ab12244%3AT%3D1661100224%3AS%3DALNI_MbIpB47vieoADMS1MFQWv1mtC1s4A&gpic=UID%3D0000080afd721b17%3AT%3D1661100224%3ART%3D1668195842%3AS%3DALNI_MYRNy0jTjDF_9juqe8mjrQbDXdU8w&prev_fmts=0x0%2C590x280%2C590x280&nras=4&correlator=8752878508225&frm=20&pv=1&ga_vid=2027885284.1661100225&ga_sid=1668196064&ga_hid=995801377&ga_fc=1&ga_cid=156313050.1668195842&u_tz=-420&u_his=3&u_h=1152&u_w=2048&u_ah=1104&u_aw=2048&u_cd=24&u_sd=1.25&dmc=8&adx=541&ady=15559&biw=2031&bih=1002&scr_x=0&scr_y=11562&eid=44759875%2C44759926%2C44759842%2C44761793%2C42531705%2C44768832%2C31070831&oid=2&pvsid=4327082557631749&tmod=1257053938&uas=1&nvt=1&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.littlehiccups.net%2F&eae=0&fc=1408&brdim=0%2C0%2C0%2C0%2C2048%2C0%2C2048%2C1104%2C2048%2C1002&vis=1&rsz=%7C%7Cs%7C&abl=NS&cms=1&fu=128&bc=31&ifi=4&uci=a!4&btvi=3&fsb=1&xpc=pScu2fTAMT&p=https%3A//www.littlehiccups.net&dtd=18840" style="border-style: initial; 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border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: 0px; left: 0px; position: absolute; top: 0px; width: 590px;" vspace="0" width="590"></iframe><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Tickets can be purchased online in advance at <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.botanicgardens.org/events/special-events/trail-lights" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://www.botanicgardens.org/events/special-events/trail-lights</a></u></b>.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Christmas at Gaylord Rockies<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></u></b>The Gaylord Rockies Resort in Aurora sure knows how to make the holiday season as festive as possible. Visitors will find stunning light displays throughout the resort and grounds, holiday shops with tasty treats and gifts galore, scavenger hunts, an escape room and all sorts of fun entertainment. This year the ever popular ICE! immersive exhibit is back. Visitors don giant blue parkas and enter a frozen wonderland of colorful ice sculptures, ice slides and so much more. This year's ICE! exhibit features scenes from the beloved holiday movie A Christmas Story. There's also Cirque Spirit of Christmas, a circus performance with acrobats, contortionists, magicians, jugglers and so much more that is guaranteed to wow the whole family. You can see our previous visits <span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2022/11/ice-at-gaylord-rockies.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">here</a> and <b style="box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration-line: underline;"><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/01/ice-at-gaylord-rockies.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></b>.</span></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Christmas activities at Gaylord Rockies run from November 17th through January 1st. Times vary depending on the activity.</span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Tickets prices vary depending on the activity and date.</span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Tickets can be purchased online at </span><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://christmasatgaylordrockies.marriott.com/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://christmasatgaylordrockies.marriott.com/</a></u></b></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></b></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-align: center;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiSPv0hnYoA1j3-bQSSBLsTYRvk-m-7VNUCxOWRVI9rV3BM3K1OyJAKVoVCJ_2JWkPFGOxfVy-00tjf7strSHLgcPs3TRkUbya_ymbmnyMGRqNN8x4G-cKYp8V5QpMhneFj-D9riBaUJjzZ8yzI1wuOG2iJhbuqyQuuvMx94BTGyXSPjgEh8SjVjTLwlw/s4541/P1021691.jpg" style="font-weight: 400; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4541" data-original-width="3406" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiSPv0hnYoA1j3-bQSSBLsTYRvk-m-7VNUCxOWRVI9rV3BM3K1OyJAKVoVCJ_2JWkPFGOxfVy-00tjf7strSHLgcPs3TRkUbya_ymbmnyMGRqNN8x4G-cKYp8V5QpMhneFj-D9riBaUJjzZ8yzI1wuOG2iJhbuqyQuuvMx94BTGyXSPjgEh8SjVjTLwlw/w480-h640/P1021691.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></b></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVTj-9Ie_V2DXFN0YF6FL0klRQaDAT3oo3_Wel5gcIlAg1eutU0C8CHqL37JIZcw74VYWG_noBfOhrI77ieVNJ_tLO_ooZAil40WSdIBDmUY3s03g76xaYTyM9OG8jDaRfiHy5PnQ1ygk3Sr3CXGMqt2WheOyxf5XO38BeCGqcUeJxMN43uD_0EQRtsuw/s4032/IMG_0037.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVTj-9Ie_V2DXFN0YF6FL0klRQaDAT3oo3_Wel5gcIlAg1eutU0C8CHqL37JIZcw74VYWG_noBfOhrI77ieVNJ_tLO_ooZAil40WSdIBDmUY3s03g76xaYTyM9OG8jDaRfiHy5PnQ1ygk3Sr3CXGMqt2WheOyxf5XO38BeCGqcUeJxMN43uD_0EQRtsuw/w640-h480/IMG_0037.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxfw4hmnf25jCEiYMDOZGSvwJCy2ia43rbc60B1XJbsd6_j7DsgavUueFZ8rjtBX-BfVMJ7l2nd4HdlvRPb_IeqGjn2nljwXptAZb8NUuubjIqdr5c_S_gHEpeqXFsm-bSpwEo1nQaJ1cswkNeEnU3h5X4Hc_CTZm1q5tJGNKlQOSDGHNhL4sySQ_iPdM/s5033/PB298568.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3775" data-original-width="5033" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxfw4hmnf25jCEiYMDOZGSvwJCy2ia43rbc60B1XJbsd6_j7DsgavUueFZ8rjtBX-BfVMJ7l2nd4HdlvRPb_IeqGjn2nljwXptAZb8NUuubjIqdr5c_S_gHEpeqXFsm-bSpwEo1nQaJ1cswkNeEnU3h5X4Hc_CTZm1q5tJGNKlQOSDGHNhL4sySQ_iPdM/w640-h480/PB298568.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></b></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Camp Christmas<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></u></b>Camp Christmas is always one of our favorite holiday events and I'm super excited that this year it returns to Stanley Marketplace in Aurora. Spread across 15,000sf you'll find a magical display of holiday decorations from across the decades including 23 pun trees on display (think a "gum tree" decorated with bubble gum wrappers and a "palm tree" decorated with hands), dazzling light and memorabilia exhibits, a bar featuring hot chocolate and festive cocktails, and so much more. Santa will be on site for visits <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">(at an additional cost) and VIP tours are also available. V</span></b>isitors can listen to a free audio tour as they collect virtual Merry Badges.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;">You can see our previous visits to Camp Christmas <span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="http://www.littlehiccups.net/2019/12/camp-christmas.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">here</a>, <a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2022/12/camp-christmas-2022.html" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">here</a> and <b style="text-decoration-line: underline;"><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/12/camp-christmas-2021.html" target="_blank">here</a></b>.</span></span></div></span><span style="font-family: arial; font-weight: bold;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;">Timed entry tickets are $14 each. Flexible tickets are $19 each. Children ages 2 and under are admitted free of charge. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;">Camp Christmas is open Tuesdays through Thursdays from from November 16th through December 24th with hours varying depending on the day. <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;">Timed entry tickets must be purchased in advance at <b style="box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration-line: underline;"><a href="https://www.denvercenter.org/tickets-events/camp-christmas/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://www.denvercenter.org/tickets-events/camp-christmas/</a></b>.</div></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ61tyzUcXjH7__tt_NIrgQDbteKLFGUJ7_lZhgOj9s3NlRIsRgmziT2RTxUfU_UFBy7y0hbxa-f_qEq2VnJ4NgL2yhveiJgVhoPySjOe317bA0QC5_-b-JMnoQJntaIsU8OP1AH3E6-xahwkkmMwCTe3MJXd7QHHXEfFb59BysSAMQYSxVAv8cueCAKU/s4032/IMG_3120.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ61tyzUcXjH7__tt_NIrgQDbteKLFGUJ7_lZhgOj9s3NlRIsRgmziT2RTxUfU_UFBy7y0hbxa-f_qEq2VnJ4NgL2yhveiJgVhoPySjOe317bA0QC5_-b-JMnoQJntaIsU8OP1AH3E6-xahwkkmMwCTe3MJXd7QHHXEfFb59BysSAMQYSxVAv8cueCAKU/w480-h640/IMG_3120.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD-qh1Ic8YJLxlVKbwq6NBJkqDtGVYL1sx0oLlZtzCiWS6iziYkb_ypp_4HzAxJ7M1P6uocy9HWwhMoCOZWA5l-W_OOTPyWv4WVBMqh5DiTGmykmAQvoS4tBdm55ZXSOElqhBaVLbf-NbJWNQig1dWOxR9uKPWE6FmnYHsl_0Pu36-oYVYVSdatzu7zKg/s4608/PC240898.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD-qh1Ic8YJLxlVKbwq6NBJkqDtGVYL1sx0oLlZtzCiWS6iziYkb_ypp_4HzAxJ7M1P6uocy9HWwhMoCOZWA5l-W_OOTPyWv4WVBMqh5DiTGmykmAQvoS4tBdm55ZXSOElqhBaVLbf-NbJWNQig1dWOxR9uKPWE6FmnYHsl_0Pu36-oYVYVSdatzu7zKg/w480-h640/PC240898.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM1_6hdukA7tt24npjDbJ3jk7Ut9SXAwm7plztqv6kNoyqeTuvjU97-4RprVMyY-q4nlCpOdbmYDVHoCGyAP2CrCfv_I6V-1l_gcit8kFvrn3ewgIN2fiDOsBBpLSIfTX8ElnmYeTD4DYHOGCBYXM8Atmi4F4pSsKaEVX8Mw6Krb1NhMBvjWV0x66838E/s5042/PC205473.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3781" data-original-width="5042" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM1_6hdukA7tt24npjDbJ3jk7Ut9SXAwm7plztqv6kNoyqeTuvjU97-4RprVMyY-q4nlCpOdbmYDVHoCGyAP2CrCfv_I6V-1l_gcit8kFvrn3ewgIN2fiDOsBBpLSIfTX8ElnmYeTD4DYHOGCBYXM8Atmi4F4pSsKaEVX8Mw6Krb1NhMBvjWV0x66838E/w640-h480/PC205473.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Luminova Holidays at Elitch Gardens<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></u></span></b>This holiday season Denver's favorite theme park, Elitch Gardens, comes to life with the Colorado debut of Luminova Holidays. Luminova Holidays features millions of dazzling lights, a 65ft Christmas tree, a giant lighted snowman, a 200ft candy cane tunnel, interactive activities, Santa and his elves, strolling holiday entertainers, and rides on limited Elitch Gardens attractions including the carousel, Big Wheel, Meow Wolf's Kaleidoscope, Tea Cups and more. You can see our visit to Luminova <a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/12/luminova-holidays-at-elitch-gardens.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a>, <b><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cmu1_dMJLKe/" target="_blank">here</a></u></b> and <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CXYB98hFxYb/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Luminova Holidays runs from November 24th through December 31st from 5pm to 10pm. <iframe allowtransparency="true" data-google-container-id="a!7" data-google-query-id="COG54fXypvsCFZeJwgoduDwC7Q" data-load-complete="true" data-rhp="1" frameborder="0" height="0" hspace="0" id="aswift_6" marginheight="0" marginwidth="0" name="aswift_6" sandbox="allow-forms allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-top-navigation-by-user-activation" scrolling="no" src="https://googleads.g.doubleclick.net/pagead/ads?us_privacy=1---&client=ca-pub-2657095638066872&output=html&h=280&adk=2891830257&adf=1781105642&pi=t.aa~a.2108135908~i.65~rp.4&w=590&fwrn=4&fwrnh=100&lmt=1668178990&num_ads=1&rafmt=1&armr=3&sem=mc&pwprc=6209870251&ad_type=text_image&format=590x280&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.littlehiccups.net%2F2021%2F11%2F18-ways-to-celebrate-holidays-in.html&host=ca-host-pub-1556223355139109&fwr=0&pra=3&rh=148&rw=590&rpe=1&resp_fmts=3&wgl=1&fa=27&uach=WyJXaW5kb3dzIiwiMTUuMC4wIiwieDg2IiwiIiwiMTA3LjAuNTMwNC4xMDYiLFtdLGZhbHNlLG51bGwsIjY0IixbWyJHb29nbGUgQ2hyb21lIiwiMTA3LjAuNTMwNC4xMDYiXSxbIkNocm9taXVtIiwiMTA3LjAuNTMwNC4xMDYiXSxbIk5vdD1BP0JyYW5kIiwiMjQuMC4wLjAiXV0sZmFsc2Vd&dt=1668196064438&bpp=1&bdt=592&idt=1&shv=r20221109&mjsv=m202211090101&ptt=9&saldr=aa&abxe=1&cookie=ID%3D91266ae30ab12244%3AT%3D1661100224%3AS%3DALNI_MbIpB47vieoADMS1MFQWv1mtC1s4A&gpic=UID%3D0000080afd721b17%3AT%3D1661100224%3ART%3D1668195842%3AS%3DALNI_MYRNy0jTjDF_9juqe8mjrQbDXdU8w&prev_fmts=0x0%2C590x280%2C590x280%2C590x280%2C590x280%2C590x280&nras=7&correlator=8752878508225&frm=20&pv=1&ga_vid=2027885284.1661100225&ga_sid=1668196064&ga_hid=995801377&ga_fc=1&ga_cid=156313050.1668195842&u_tz=-420&u_his=3&u_h=1152&u_w=2048&u_ah=1104&u_aw=2048&u_cd=24&u_sd=1.25&dmc=8&adx=541&ady=22292&biw=2031&bih=1002&scr_x=0&scr_y=18288&eid=44759875%2C44759926%2C44759842%2C44761793%2C42531705%2C44768832%2C31070831&oid=2&pvsid=4327082557631749&tmod=1257053938&uas=1&nvt=1&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.littlehiccups.net%2F&eae=0&fc=1408&brdim=0%2C0%2C0%2C0%2C2048%2C0%2C2048%2C1104%2C2048%2C1002&vis=1&rsz=%7C%7Cs%7C&abl=NS&fu=128&bc=31&ifi=7&uci=a!7&btvi=6&fsb=1&xpc=dUlHJrIYdv&p=https%3A//www.littlehiccups.net&dtd=81816" style="border-style: initial; 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Children ages 2 and under are admitted free of charge. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;">New this year, Luminova Holidays is included with 2023 and 2024 Elitch Gardens membership.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Tickets can be purchased in advance online at <span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.elitchgardens.com/luminova-holidays/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://www.elitchgardens.com/luminova-holidays/</a>.</span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM5BIJLd8HuY47iPkb4ZIG5yXPLNh74WTzlDn3e-8z6pLgWnMOuWXJSq9fpkTKV6yQjm17f9yBzDhGyqOUUjxjFRnsfNdhod2KbZuWrzrYrvuxgM7CQ-5UwsJo2FiLxLPvRHPihuSUlZ6gYSXtO4jb42yaUxzPk8CULKvMItAVB5IsGqXQglQDWwZmq4A/s3172/IMG_8811.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3172" data-original-width="2266" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM5BIJLd8HuY47iPkb4ZIG5yXPLNh74WTzlDn3e-8z6pLgWnMOuWXJSq9fpkTKV6yQjm17f9yBzDhGyqOUUjxjFRnsfNdhod2KbZuWrzrYrvuxgM7CQ-5UwsJo2FiLxLPvRHPihuSUlZ6gYSXtO4jb42yaUxzPk8CULKvMItAVB5IsGqXQglQDWwZmq4A/w458-h640/IMG_8811.jpg" width="458" /></span></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaLPsNKfCSSIzXkJsO6l2UisxVu1baAQV7qP326BXTDi8Qrt0IUEF-rtbwPUF-0xeokv9DYRdhz4iPPJCEOFUOyaIf9W5N5PgtUrRjCKcf_nsLTJQPZr6PbJLiMnNonBMfl63Pi_oYnTKdHa_eQ1uC1R2NjNURnhAzOhlBdxmzBE4UcuUQlKMHdBSL-lA/s4032/IMG_0267.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="background-color: white; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaLPsNKfCSSIzXkJsO6l2UisxVu1baAQV7qP326BXTDi8Qrt0IUEF-rtbwPUF-0xeokv9DYRdhz4iPPJCEOFUOyaIf9W5N5PgtUrRjCKcf_nsLTJQPZr6PbJLiMnNonBMfl63Pi_oYnTKdHa_eQ1uC1R2NjNURnhAzOhlBdxmzBE4UcuUQlKMHdBSL-lA/w480-h640/IMG_0267.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinMz9HDt5dVRSJKIT-8rj1WPJfBi6OJityurmG0pANaw39FZ7gfiYSstC286eDQSMSzcajCTkO6XhTG8HW9f0RTB1PNIp12etedH44sFDuRyo4Zh87yhHNyFj7UNodQASwW8rjoDUXSuGP6wkk1dhYhTIungI-heyeUe2RgIlVcah9RxKYwiDaIV3YcNs/s4765/PC026250.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3574" data-original-width="4765" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinMz9HDt5dVRSJKIT-8rj1WPJfBi6OJityurmG0pANaw39FZ7gfiYSstC286eDQSMSzcajCTkO6XhTG8HW9f0RTB1PNIp12etedH44sFDuRyo4Zh87yhHNyFj7UNodQASwW8rjoDUXSuGP6wkk1dhYhTIungI-heyeUe2RgIlVcah9RxKYwiDaIV3YcNs/w640-h480/PC026250.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Zoo Lights at Denver Zoo<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></u></b>Denver Zoo is a favorite with Colorado families at anytime of year, but during the holiday season is when it really shines. Literally! With over 2 million lights spread over 80 acres, Zoo Lights is a spectacle that the whole family will love. As well as beloved light displays, this years exhibition features all new lights, ice carving, festive cocktails and warm drinks and animal viewing in the Tropical Discovery Building and El Pomar Village Hall (plus any other cold weather nocturnal animals that happen to be out and about). Add on activities such as giraffe feedings are available for an extra charge. You can see our visit to Zoo Lights last year <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="http://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/11/denver-zoo-lights.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Zoo Lights runs nightly from December 2nd through January 7th with hours varying depending on the day. Denver Zoo members get early access to Zoo Lights from November 24th to December 1st.</span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Ticket prices vary depending on the day. 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color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Denver's Mile High Tree<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></u></b>The Mile High Tree is back again this year and once again it is free of charge. Just like last year, the Mile High Tree will be on display in Civic Center Park along with the Christkindl Market. Visitors can enjoy the ever changing lights on the 110ft "tree" as they twinkle in time to holiday classics. The light displays can be enjoyed from outside the tree as well as inside. Laying down inside the tree and looking up at the lights above as they swirl around and twinkle is my favorite. It's really is an experience not to miss. <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Denver's Mile High Tree is on display from November 17th through December 31st from 5pm to 10pm. </span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">You can see our past visits to Mile High Tree <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="http://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/01/denvers-mile-high-tree.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b> and <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="http://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/12/downtown-denver-holiday-lights.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">For more information and hours visit <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a class="vglnk" href="https://www.denver.org/milehighholidays/tree/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">https</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">://</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">www</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">.</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">denver</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">.</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">org</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">/</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">milehighholidays</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">/</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">tree</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">/</span></a></u></b></span></div><div style="background-color: white; 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color: #222222; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Krampus: Fright Before Christmas</u></b></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: arial;">If you’re into all things spooky and looking for something a little different this holiday season this festive haunted house is a must see! It’s everything you’d expect from a haunted house with lots of holiday decor and creepy Christmas characters thrown into the mix. Think Krampus, creepy elves, zombie angels, and so much more. You’ll find these festive fiends outside the haunted house too as they stroll around the grounds spooking visitors.</span></span><br style="color: black; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br />Fright Before Christmas is located at 3400 E52nd Street, Denver. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br />Fright Before Christmas runs</span> <span style="font-family: arial;">December 15th through 17th.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">You can see our visit to Krampus: Fright Before Christmas <b><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CmR0g1jvY-Y/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">For more information and to buy tickets visit </span><b style="font-family: arial;"><u><a href="https://13thfloorhauntedhouse.com/krampus/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://13thfloorhauntedhouse.com/krampus/</a></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><b style="font-family: arial;"><br /></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjx43Pk4QXm1C743JVKo0_MW-WCtp-AoBwPZXmxCYi619F2VbeXl1EV5-aKnnRb__pps9aMiFCbp42krmtynVTK9G9GB75UHduKufkh4WFtO3FFtwpEvSujrVQtFhz_6NWhT1hHhhJOLUbdaskIbytPqT4Pw5A0VXGIV6jBx6jeMappQwmug9MKdAtlMlg/s1561/IMG_3150.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1561" data-original-width="1170" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjx43Pk4QXm1C743JVKo0_MW-WCtp-AoBwPZXmxCYi619F2VbeXl1EV5-aKnnRb__pps9aMiFCbp42krmtynVTK9G9GB75UHduKufkh4WFtO3FFtwpEvSujrVQtFhz_6NWhT1hHhhJOLUbdaskIbytPqT4Pw5A0VXGIV6jBx6jeMappQwmug9MKdAtlMlg/w480-h640/IMG_3150.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Christmas in Color<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></u></b>Looking for a socially distant holiday activity? Too chilly to be outside? Or maybe you just want to check out holiday lights in a fun and different way? Christmas in Color is the festive activity for you! Load up the car with your loved ones and experience this drive through animated light display with over a million twinkling lights choreographed to holiday music. We've been a couple of times both here in Colorado and in Utah and it's always such a fun event for the whole family. No need to worry about the weather or dressing up. It's the perfect way to check out holiday lights in your pajamas! You can see our visits <span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CYFiXDlpzzY/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a> and <b style="text-decoration-line: underline;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0VSvceAsM4/" target="_blank">here</a></b></span></span>.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Christmas in Color has three Colorado locations, Water World in Federal Heights, Arapahoe County Fairgrounds in Aurora, and Bandimere Speedway in Morrison, as well as seven other locations around the country. <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Christmas in Color runs nightly from November 18th through January 1st from 5:30pm to 10pm.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Timed entry tickets must be purchased in advance at <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://christmasincolor.net/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://christmasincolor.net/</a></u></b>. </span></div></div><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></b></span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBjOx0uBzeng7ywpHPM-kGMKwIUHAbf2oKO0G-G_HaMzWHrZEq_0e1hxnXyPTpGANWEpHRiprh0UCCeo7NJBp4R5gkk1aRzM7Sh2lLLiJnX_RfLKSpNxqRM8f9IMop2IQ-HwcoiiNMGXVrXb_96lIuB3WBZaIGP6cyNH8tCgiNbaSEoj8iRiOQbSDT1rE/s5184/PC276917.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBjOx0uBzeng7ywpHPM-kGMKwIUHAbf2oKO0G-G_HaMzWHrZEq_0e1hxnXyPTpGANWEpHRiprh0UCCeo7NJBp4R5gkk1aRzM7Sh2lLLiJnX_RfLKSpNxqRM8f9IMop2IQ-HwcoiiNMGXVrXb_96lIuB3WBZaIGP6cyNH8tCgiNbaSEoj8iRiOQbSDT1rE/w640-h480/PC276917.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFDcIRtIUp2cR7g2clkudkbPicNR42UFnNoI3XKPRBROgilX77wmrMROMW46r6cJ_IpAi-cKkfBvyXGtl7cU0mENa46hChKgi7q-dhVG4Ycfy4F8W7U_Rcq0P7OqrpkLkM8ZlO6IhIknS3UJu9nYH7xPnMGGill29qp55X-v_UBvf5Wu8EBclb8flwL14/s4593/PC274031.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3445" data-original-width="4593" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFDcIRtIUp2cR7g2clkudkbPicNR42UFnNoI3XKPRBROgilX77wmrMROMW46r6cJ_IpAi-cKkfBvyXGtl7cU0mENa46hChKgi7q-dhVG4Ycfy4F8W7U_Rcq0P7OqrpkLkM8ZlO6IhIknS3UJu9nYH7xPnMGGill29qp55X-v_UBvf5Wu8EBclb8flwL14/w640-h480/PC274031.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGV88in2juX8wBlj-bR17SeRSKfLDQN2UjGt69_L5tQv0mB-11Z90nkVEft5uUdclSKdBbBGayPtA2LyIB00msfZz8i_N_3hrfGEPQc8-B5SuPccpRw70k0sfo1SH12v2rYP9aF2xUUrlaF866MO5lSQ_RSPIssu_LmbJh8dxTg6VENo70h877YLPmATg/s4552/PC274061.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3414" data-original-width="4552" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGV88in2juX8wBlj-bR17SeRSKfLDQN2UjGt69_L5tQv0mB-11Z90nkVEft5uUdclSKdBbBGayPtA2LyIB00msfZz8i_N_3hrfGEPQc8-B5SuPccpRw70k0sfo1SH12v2rYP9aF2xUUrlaF866MO5lSQ_RSPIssu_LmbJh8dxTg6VENo70h877YLPmATg/w640-h480/PC274061.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><b><u>Sugar Science: The Science of Christmas</u></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial;">Got a sweet tooth and looking for something a little different to do this holiday season? The Inventing Room has you covered. This fun Denver based sweet shop combines science and sugar to create experiments that turn out absolutely delicious. Visitors will experience a chef led culinary demonstration with traditional holiday treats served with a twist of science. Each visit lasts for 45 minutes and includes 6 festive treats, a liquid nitrogen sundae, and some time in the glow in the dark room. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial;">Sugar Science: The Science of Christmas runs Thursdays through Sundays through December. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial;">Tickets are $16 each for all ages and must be purchased in advance on line. They tend to sell out quickly so don't delay if you see availability.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial;">For more information and to purchase tickets visit https://www.tirdenver.com/sugar-science </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><b><u><br /></u></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><b><u>Christkindl Market</u></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">For those wanting to experience a little old world charm, Denver's Christkindl Market is just the place. This European style Christmas market features an artisan marketplace with ornaments, keepsakes, local specialties and more, as well as a tasty treats and delicious holiday drinks including mulled wine and hot cocoa. Entertainment is on offer daily and there are beloved theme days including Krampus Nacht (December 5th), St Nikolaus Day with Denver Christkind on site (December 6th) Canine Christmas (November 29th), and Winter Onesieland (December 20th). </span><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Christkindl Market is open daily from November 17th through December 23rd from 11am to 7pm (11am to 9pm Thurs/Fri/Sat and the final week). <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Christkindl Market is located at Civic Center Park, 101 14th Ave, Denver. Admission is free. <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">For more information visit <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.christkindlmarketdenver.com/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://www.christkindlmarketdenver.com/</a></u></b>.</span></div></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMePPZoAR2M2DJUPFNLmnG3-Ld84V-ZgtqFqwGyyuDyBamwLaCPD2qeNemNDKO0KRPX8j6MW5nctpJRzprPzicL-r0RAQK33VLcbxbwo1wdxCYRwwInHFsL_c5lbTjLq7tka5KuDUqw_ZzJpi3FtX7Eh0RnEILxxmuwPjo5guz9n8BKftLvCvqjOeiDBI/s4934/PC126700.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4934" data-original-width="3701" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMePPZoAR2M2DJUPFNLmnG3-Ld84V-ZgtqFqwGyyuDyBamwLaCPD2qeNemNDKO0KRPX8j6MW5nctpJRzprPzicL-r0RAQK33VLcbxbwo1wdxCYRwwInHFsL_c5lbTjLq7tka5KuDUqw_ZzJpi3FtX7Eh0RnEILxxmuwPjo5guz9n8BKftLvCvqjOeiDBI/w480-h640/PC126700.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3hSEyBFbSssBqIhiNy6cQVzRug6EpmG-Y_AfyWyP9VQMpYrkwEqGb8YT4Rw9n9HDJD4nc1xGIytC2h0SvPwH85Zi7-GasFNfGRXG5kZnTR91O4E5VjQuobAWIc4bMO4Y1KdpNpIppWFpwwTTOv3XoItSj5coCYkOHm5twKSoGsJ4XeVyj4Pasj13krac/s3701/PC056656.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2776" data-original-width="3701" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3hSEyBFbSssBqIhiNy6cQVzRug6EpmG-Y_AfyWyP9VQMpYrkwEqGb8YT4Rw9n9HDJD4nc1xGIytC2h0SvPwH85Zi7-GasFNfGRXG5kZnTR91O4E5VjQuobAWIc4bMO4Y1KdpNpIppWFpwwTTOv3XoItSj5coCYkOHm5twKSoGsJ4XeVyj4Pasj13krac/w640-h480/PC056656.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmVG_oW4Mog665OJW1EqistrZ6A5E6jlFwh1DtLF4oaevLNbjJq1X4wEi2kh8u_YEuG3zU8Zd0kcxARvWJLHs69yD1kQ8o1cgEXQZ5b50aWOOCSkg1FzqmpAiwCu88sd6kGOJ7BX8cmcqk_rjwFnys1jDbyMncwbktX8o0K2e0eDk57XoSOXvQkgkRgVY/s5074/PC056648.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3806" data-original-width="5074" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmVG_oW4Mog665OJW1EqistrZ6A5E6jlFwh1DtLF4oaevLNbjJq1X4wEi2kh8u_YEuG3zU8Zd0kcxARvWJLHs69yD1kQ8o1cgEXQZ5b50aWOOCSkg1FzqmpAiwCu88sd6kGOJ7BX8cmcqk_rjwFnys1jDbyMncwbktX8o0K2e0eDk57XoSOXvQkgkRgVY/w640-h480/PC056648.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Hudson Holidays <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></u></b>The Hudson Gardens and Events Center in Littleton is home to Hudson Holidays. This sprawling outdoor event features over a million twinkling lights in trees and through out garden beds, inflatable snowmen, a holiday light tunnel and glowing reindeer. Visitors can warm up with hot drinks and snacks available on site. You can see our visit to Hudson Holidays <b><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0jxIXPg2N_/?img_index=1" target="_blank">here</a></u></b> and <b><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C1K5ZDeAm95/" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Hudson Holidays runs on select days from November 24th through to December 31st from 5pm to 9:30pm. </span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: #222222;">The festivities continue through January with Light Up The New Year from January 2nd through January 28th.</span></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: #222222;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: #222222;">Tickets for Hudson Holidays are $20 for adults, $15 for children (3 - 12), and children ages 2 and under are admitted free of charge.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Tickets must be purchased online in advance at <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.hudsongardens.org/enjoy/christmas-lights/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://www.hudsongardens.org/enjoy/christmas-lights/</a></u></b>.</span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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In the evenings you'll find the façade of the station lit up with animated Merry & Bright light show while Christmas trees and twinkling lights sparkle all around. Inside the station you'll find more light displays, stunning Christmas trees and a pop up festive cocktail bar. There will also be visits from Santa and Mrs Claus on November 26th, and December 3rd, 10th and 17th from 11am to 4pm. Santa visits are free of charge and are on a first come, first served basis, but for those wishing to reserve a time with Santa a St Nick Express family pass is available for a fee. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: left;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: left;">Union Station kicks of the holiday season with the Grand Illumination on November 24th. This event starts at 5pm and features the lighting of the 40ft Christmas tree outside the station, festive performances, a visit from Santa and Mrs Claus, and the start of the Merry & Bright light show. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: left;">You can see our visit to check out the lights at Union Station last year <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="http://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/12/downtown-denver-holiday-lights.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: left;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: left;">Merry & Bright light show runs nightly from November 24th through December 26th.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: left;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: left;">For more information about the festivities at Union Station visit</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: left;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://unionstationindenver.com/events/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://unionstationindenver.com/events/</a></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: left;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-align: left;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></b></div></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizBaMd389vZxfKD72FcM4Rd-1fYHmi9wj-aXI5mkCr0mPMYO6gD6as0uWOd8cW4IMdMhDupIaIug2xa2iiqRSKRu-18H6I67n2m1U72dV5A_NpbqUB0d6SQR_byK6vH7xw6PZW4HIuQYIkkt2WJ3dmoaZbebF9LxopWT6b4azLyxuNyZv84gnGm3aB39Q/s4608/PC315104.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizBaMd389vZxfKD72FcM4Rd-1fYHmi9wj-aXI5mkCr0mPMYO6gD6as0uWOd8cW4IMdMhDupIaIug2xa2iiqRSKRu-18H6I67n2m1U72dV5A_NpbqUB0d6SQR_byK6vH7xw6PZW4HIuQYIkkt2WJ3dmoaZbebF9LxopWT6b4azLyxuNyZv84gnGm3aB39Q/w480-h640/PC315104.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR3w1fRQuTIr0hpi6nFAsBCuHoy-cE984lwtYHZDQTE0MlttpbQaVe5jmXx-he33mAShvPVaenklNbha4KeuUMcWy46QIcTz76DgSEFF-ECPOJb8gGWPjgx3kUDOyhxmFyk_CPHscz6hG57ABjjx1vDLFF_RusnYHV6qHzU1s-HwfIYeP60El8X54Bo7Q/s4787/PC219235.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4787" data-original-width="3590" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR3w1fRQuTIr0hpi6nFAsBCuHoy-cE984lwtYHZDQTE0MlttpbQaVe5jmXx-he33mAShvPVaenklNbha4KeuUMcWy46QIcTz76DgSEFF-ECPOJb8gGWPjgx3kUDOyhxmFyk_CPHscz6hG57ABjjx1vDLFF_RusnYHV6qHzU1s-HwfIYeP60El8X54Bo7Q/w480-h640/PC219235.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvXmVVHehjj1oyZtWgoPFa6-cKfpgDx3NihLL0QtYMcV36k2grDQTcLLoCwEi0nwrgb0IA_3Sr-OQBbFkqEX1Dmp3WMxyZlT2qDDRRHplO33Gg-CiZ6yEjGBZK3Ru3oP2BaEVAnzbhb2mDLsHOOQUG0sVdn61Hwb-uwejUD_eMNgEOcAnHXanA9725Gyg/s4741/PC219348.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3556" data-original-width="4741" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvXmVVHehjj1oyZtWgoPFa6-cKfpgDx3NihLL0QtYMcV36k2grDQTcLLoCwEi0nwrgb0IA_3Sr-OQBbFkqEX1Dmp3WMxyZlT2qDDRRHplO33Gg-CiZ6yEjGBZK3Ru3oP2BaEVAnzbhb2mDLsHOOQUG0sVdn61Hwb-uwejUD_eMNgEOcAnHXanA9725Gyg/w640-h480/PC219348.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Parade of Lights</span></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Denver's annual holiday parade is always a crowd pleaser. The holiday parade takes place on Saturday December 2nd at 6pm with a 2 mile route that includes Tremont, Arapahoe, 15th and 17th Streets. You can find the map <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.winterindenver.com/_files/ugd/3bdb7a_49a55789764e40b3a88b57f13b67158d.pdf" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. The parade will feature all the favorites including marching bands, dance troupes, parade floats, equestrian groups, Major Waddles the Penguin and, of course, Santa. Parade floats will be displayed throughout Downtown Denver for the month of December.</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">For more information visit <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.winterindenver.com/parade" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://www.winterindenver.com/parade</a></u></b>.</span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhusfasEmY6ySRy5pFd5O_Knza5M_BwhASwfzPDnzcZFxz0RCkcBSi0fajYYxZWbr8u0Ww3OjwaYS3bOp9txvXoh3JjZXbE8DW7L_76LAnA32WfMV9UdHwIhAO_9Mm80Duyp5X5f8WNVWXYRbBB-2kMgeHBLToURz44qBU8RTTbM35hsLQvq2pvpLS_nMk/s5065/PC219124.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5065" data-original-width="3799" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhusfasEmY6ySRy5pFd5O_Knza5M_BwhASwfzPDnzcZFxz0RCkcBSi0fajYYxZWbr8u0Ww3OjwaYS3bOp9txvXoh3JjZXbE8DW7L_76LAnA32WfMV9UdHwIhAO_9Mm80Duyp5X5f8WNVWXYRbBB-2kMgeHBLToURz44qBU8RTTbM35hsLQvq2pvpLS_nMk/w480-h640/PC219124.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiKkmscM2fB9RkOvuGQZsoF31SzU7BNzGP53drZpQTFS2yPjuxBC2dd451bcZBztneZrKu_jQvrUrINX4p2aK5pUTJJ0SyOdluwVGZz6eK0QvC0YRjIU_WhJ7rMChkAYansGx5_rmGf1XkF4Q4vAoLl5eiTaEddz3B5ieDfxIbYt6AInV-MhXOKCEcjbY/s5069/PC219583.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5069" data-original-width="3802" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiKkmscM2fB9RkOvuGQZsoF31SzU7BNzGP53drZpQTFS2yPjuxBC2dd451bcZBztneZrKu_jQvrUrINX4p2aK5pUTJJ0SyOdluwVGZz6eK0QvC0YRjIU_WhJ7rMChkAYansGx5_rmGf1XkF4Q4vAoLl5eiTaEddz3B5ieDfxIbYt6AInV-MhXOKCEcjbY/w480-h640/PC219583.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixNyrbWSLc_7qZdeV_kyKpkMcuQFfa42Sf3T8v0QNaMnUTj8aV-MSWO0O415xiYBR1hfaMEiXh3yhi9GyStbS9-nQBT1V2ox6axZLPCUQDysMwgND5Xdplt3FThHGjKT5-CJlW6Fv0A8DkRm1u_iFxSttnolnJYHbsR9BNkJVxi2GBjUtWz9CQoQFJcPg/s5184/PC219103.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixNyrbWSLc_7qZdeV_kyKpkMcuQFfa42Sf3T8v0QNaMnUTj8aV-MSWO0O415xiYBR1hfaMEiXh3yhi9GyStbS9-nQBT1V2ox6axZLPCUQDysMwgND5Xdplt3FThHGjKT5-CJlW6Fv0A8DkRm1u_iFxSttnolnJYHbsR9BNkJVxi2GBjUtWz9CQoQFJcPg/w640-h480/PC219103.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Downtown Denver Rink</span></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Downtown Denver's outdoor ice skating rink is back again this year with ice skating fun for the whole family. This little rink is located just off 16th Street Mall behind the bell tower and is available on a first come, first served basis for free. If you don't have your own skates to wear, rentals are available on site for a small fee. Skate among the towering skyscrapers and the twinkling lights that come to life as the sun sets. In the evenings you'll be able to watch the illuminations on the nearby clock tower as you skate.</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Downtown Denver Rink is open from November 20th to February 11th with hours varying between 10am and 10pm depending on the day. </span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;">For more information visit <a href="https://www.winterindenver.com/rink" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;">https://www.winterindenver.com/rink</b></a>.</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqedEkfGDTf_zSZAtqDMwSVNeyuuLTP0cakJ_1myI03H3owfCPYAJ3nb5i49U9YhPPcCseRnvDcVWYNI0JVMzfUqaDpIYTXT4olqxNSuVz7ZLkn4J_4w-ksmq1Ncoe6dcePjZIvkmUP99OZp-atsE49nP-d5a2PEKQ1wjbMeRqe3kjGOzZ2cL5p3Yc308/s3878/PC273803.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3878" data-original-width="2909" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqedEkfGDTf_zSZAtqDMwSVNeyuuLTP0cakJ_1myI03H3owfCPYAJ3nb5i49U9YhPPcCseRnvDcVWYNI0JVMzfUqaDpIYTXT4olqxNSuVz7ZLkn4J_4w-ksmq1Ncoe6dcePjZIvkmUP99OZp-atsE49nP-d5a2PEKQ1wjbMeRqe3kjGOzZ2cL5p3Yc308/w480-h640/PC273803.jpg" width="480" /></span></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk2FCNQlEqeBPt2MA9EiZ5FkzH5bTtv53_xwr1CJFn4dIu9Pt_RRq5xyBR2cpIWrYLTJGO7eJQwHEAG7CQgzHcU_e1Flexq1LMTY1VDaPTUKw0MCeNX9PNO7HxTJtGHS_GoA7XrSydqQmm0dFhZsOCaoPNNDkx9ieWsgKNBaGJ4EWIOMAovsnUuGAyRxM/s4048/PC273879.jpg" style="background-color: transparent; font-family: arial; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3036" data-original-width="4048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk2FCNQlEqeBPt2MA9EiZ5FkzH5bTtv53_xwr1CJFn4dIu9Pt_RRq5xyBR2cpIWrYLTJGO7eJQwHEAG7CQgzHcU_e1Flexq1LMTY1VDaPTUKw0MCeNX9PNO7HxTJtGHS_GoA7XrSydqQmm0dFhZsOCaoPNNDkx9ieWsgKNBaGJ4EWIOMAovsnUuGAyRxM/w640-h480/PC273879.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Light the Lights at Denver City Council Building</span></u></b></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Denver's City Council Building is gorgeous any time of year, but during the holidays it comes to life with a colorful light display in the evenings. Beginning on November 22nd and running through January 21st, the façade of the building will be lit up until 10:45pm most evenings (no lights December 21st). At 5:45pm and 6:45pm Tuesdays through Sundays there will be an 8 minute long light and music show for a little extra sparkle and magic.</span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">For more information click </span><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.denvergov.org/Government/Agencies-Departments-Offices/Agencies-Departments-Offices-Directory/Office-of-Special-Events/OSENews/2022-News/Civic-Center-Park-Holidays" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQhJjxjyviO0ArxsvK3bsY_qeYP-rDMTlwLFuuEZkMn-UyvwIIzlj4wlyf6f4Cmb9NnHt2BAOoFiBaMDOjIxB3z4691_LO7sygODA_YRMoNdLqik8OGYhedE49-UthICJWvU_2B93CxNokJIQr92j9XyFeeG8j9lb9vvcsZN0Cm65k9ylHMSE3sPi-woQ/s5184/PC205615.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQhJjxjyviO0ArxsvK3bsY_qeYP-rDMTlwLFuuEZkMn-UyvwIIzlj4wlyf6f4Cmb9NnHt2BAOoFiBaMDOjIxB3z4691_LO7sygODA_YRMoNdLqik8OGYhedE49-UthICJWvU_2B93CxNokJIQr92j9XyFeeG8j9lb9vvcsZN0Cm65k9ylHMSE3sPi-woQ/w480-h640/PC205615.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghf2vyI3KCPItR42tHCmNoifkCr4wr2K4bJnhGJ4qcFTr1RHCxupXjUbvJ7hnmzFiAujlajynnvA6yO7Ws4-LcyOifu5uRb1VVGkhIfk4W1kDOghanYxMzf39RJOJxzZbWYCdFt5MonA8LlXaya0QjYjspEpHJRI2a8jBRakQW8Vb9pIxXOlhbc9uxfpM/s4704/PC205590.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3528" data-original-width="4704" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghf2vyI3KCPItR42tHCmNoifkCr4wr2K4bJnhGJ4qcFTr1RHCxupXjUbvJ7hnmzFiAujlajynnvA6yO7Ws4-LcyOifu5uRb1VVGkhIfk4W1kDOghanYxMzf39RJOJxzZbWYCdFt5MonA8LlXaya0QjYjspEpHJRI2a8jBRakQW8Vb9pIxXOlhbc9uxfpM/w640-h480/PC205590.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8LKhVWkxcRW6W_PgZbntRTNCcsFKkpHSx6igewREqoIjGCEMCT41OVI7ax5jvUsU5qbRTBC_7nEdVUvaVzt5SL32GZ3wtUQJ46JuQijc_N4_3eak-gg-3GJFyx045ptrdklij3dVxpfVymcwScsxzPBfu47_v_EeQ5ADws9GdwE5gN_i8dwPNBK1BtEM/s4973/PC056662.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3730" data-original-width="4973" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8LKhVWkxcRW6W_PgZbntRTNCcsFKkpHSx6igewREqoIjGCEMCT41OVI7ax5jvUsU5qbRTBC_7nEdVUvaVzt5SL32GZ3wtUQJ46JuQijc_N4_3eak-gg-3GJFyx045ptrdklij3dVxpfVymcwScsxzPBfu47_v_EeQ5ADws9GdwE5gN_i8dwPNBK1BtEM/w640-h480/PC056662.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-weight: bold;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Lights throughout Denver</span></u></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-weight: bold;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial; font-weight: 400;">You don't have to attend a Christmas event to take in the festive cheer! With holiday light displays all around the city, an evening stroll or drive in Denver is all it takes to see some stunning lights. 16th Street Mall, Larimer Square and Civic Park are some of my favorite places to check out holiday lights. An easy walk that takes in lots of holiday cheer is to start at Civic Park where you can visit the Christkindl Market and Mile High Tree, and watch the colorful illuminations on Denver City Council building, and then head towards 16th Street Mall where the lights twinkle overhead and on each tree and light pole. You'll find lighting displays and parade floats near Denver Pavilions and a little further down you'll find the Mile High Tree. Head a little further east and you'll see the Daniels & Fischer clocktower illuminated as well as light displays in Skyline Park. Take a detour down Larimer Street for more twinkling lights and outdoor dining before continuing down 16th Street Mall to Wynkoop Street. Turn right on Wynkoop Street and you'll find yourself at Union Street Station with the illuminations on the façade, Christmas trees, light displays and maybe even Santa if you time it right. </span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-weight: bold;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial; font-weight: 400;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;">You can see our holiday walk through Downtown Denver </span><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="http://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/12/downtown-denver-holiday-lights.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b><span style="box-sizing: border-box; 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font-weight: 400; text-decoration-line: underline;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Winter Wanderland at Cherry Creek</span></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Each holiday season Denver's Cherry Creek neighborhood lights up with Winter Wanderland which includes 16 blocks of festive light displays, a holiday market and weekend entertainment. </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Winter Wanderland's light displays run from November 16th through December 24th. </span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Cherry Creek Holiday Market runs Thursdays through Sundays from November 17th through December 24th. Hours vary depending on the day.</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Cherry Creek hosts a Chanukah celebration with a menorah lighting, fire jugglers, hot drinks, latkes and sufganiyots takes place on December 10th at 5pm.</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-family: arial;">For more information about Winter Wanderland visit <b style="box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration-line: underline;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://cherrycreeknorth.com/things-to-do/ccn-signature-events/holidays-in-cherry-creek-north" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://cherrycreeknorth.com/things-to-do/ccn-signature-events/holidays-in-cherry-creek-north</a></u></b><u>.</u></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><u><br /></u></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><u><b>Elfie Selfie Land</b></u></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: #222222;">Grab your Christmas sweaters and Santa hats - there's a new festive selfie experience popping up in Castle Rock this holiday season. Located at the Outlets at Castle Rock, Elfie Selfie Land is the perfect place to take fun holiday themed photos with cheery backdrops and props galore. You can see my visit to Elfie Selfie Land <b><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0m1zxQAOfz/" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: #222222;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: #222222;">Elfie Selfie Land opens on December 1st and runs through December 31st with hours varying depending on the day.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: #222222;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: #222222;">Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for students, and children ages 3 and under are admitted free of charge.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: #222222;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: #222222;">For more information and to book tickets visit </span></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><b><u><a href="https://elfieselfieland.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://elfieselfieland.com/</a></u></b>.</span></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNGDYS5OUOcgJHNa-l2DDtEmv1_ySkRoCziBVjmM79x5N_OZEKoO_OKZTF7CT6ewQDm08JwSvDe8vaHFJUmUyhYq8dVe5XbRXPWAl6FynWHzbyLew4rjLBYAOZjLqcD5XKkAW2GU2wrLj7kxb_lz6I3ukZ9WZG7w3bqvgsEL_pqd5SJYm3LlTzqkedvyE/s4032/IMG_0063.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNGDYS5OUOcgJHNa-l2DDtEmv1_ySkRoCziBVjmM79x5N_OZEKoO_OKZTF7CT6ewQDm08JwSvDe8vaHFJUmUyhYq8dVe5XbRXPWAl6FynWHzbyLew4rjLBYAOZjLqcD5XKkAW2GU2wrLj7kxb_lz6I3ukZ9WZG7w3bqvgsEL_pqd5SJYm3LlTzqkedvyE/w480-h640/IMG_0063.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi99MEVYhsKShtXy3ZRQtF7_PJfmgXc9ccrsHj7xIFHWxXyhlXeYwNF1muRSofaqweF8d-qRvMzQBTDWUTCAn_61BI7y2uREjT2JSGRKQt4I65qBefqV5nOTNsiUw8yb_1wMObF4iFVhY3MSNqcdz-wkPcUssxNMvf0F9bXpIE9NemTffl-yZFHrzqPViA/s4032/IMG_0090.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi99MEVYhsKShtXy3ZRQtF7_PJfmgXc9ccrsHj7xIFHWxXyhlXeYwNF1muRSofaqweF8d-qRvMzQBTDWUTCAn_61BI7y2uREjT2JSGRKQt4I65qBefqV5nOTNsiUw8yb_1wMObF4iFVhY3MSNqcdz-wkPcUssxNMvf0F9bXpIE9NemTffl-yZFHrzqPViA/w480-h640/IMG_0090.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Light Up the Holidays in Boulder</span></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Denver isn't the only Colorado city getting in on the holiday fun. Boulder comes alive with twinkling lights throughout the holidays as part of the Light Up the Holidays event. The festivities kick off with Switch on the Holidays on November 19th. This event starts at 5pm and includes the holiday lights being turned on at Boulder County Courthouse and along Pearl Street. </span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">From November 19th to January 31st Downtown Boulder and the Civic area light up with thousands of dazzling lights hung from trees and structures as well as the Snow Much Fun Virtual (AR) Experience. Using a cell phone, visitors will be able to take a self guided tour through Downtown Boulder and spot holiday characters through augmented reality. </span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">On December 2nd the Lights of December parade takes place at 6pm and makes its way through Downtown Boulder.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Freezie Fest takes place on December 9th from 11am to 3pm on Pearl Street and celebrates all things snowman and Winter. Visitors will be able to meet snowmen and Santa, and take free train rides.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;">While in Boulder don't forget to look up toward the mountains where the Flagstaff Star shines over the city as it has done every holiday season since 1947.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: arial; text-align: center;">For more information about holiday events in Boulder visit <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://boulderdowntown.com/light-up-the-holidays/events/lights-of-december-parade" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://boulderdowntown.com/light-up-the-holidays/events/lights-of-december-parade</a></u></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: arial; text-align: center;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Louisville Parade of Lights</u></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: arial; text-align: center;">This one is our local holiday parade. It's much smaller than the parades in Denver and Boulder but it's a sweet family event none the less. This year's parade takes place on Friday December 1st on Main Street in Louisville. The parade itself starts at 7pm but the festivities begin at 5:30pm with holiday shopping, musical entertainment and Santa himself. It will be a special one for us this year as Mathilde will be performing at the festivities with her school choir! </span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; font-family: arial; text-align: center;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; text-align: center;">For more information visit </span></span><span style="background-color: transparent;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><u><a href="https://louisvillechamber.com/parade-of-lights/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://louisvillechamber.com/parade-of-lights/</a></u></b></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="background-color: transparent;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFty5JzRkiFVdFLouA0waLJPD5wAhFQevW3FsZaOvqEuj37pdJBfICzKDNaeSTRsGH3B3p6K4yorKwT_PyyAsfMtb5HGQLSpSrl6xYXRMqNwvZbmit5lalRM4qyg6qOJENMsrXadyylTYNDC3mjyo7_z6Ldk3uI0Z883jHnQmLZkWcygEkm-5dkB4wYZA/s4246/PC060138.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4246" data-original-width="3185" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFty5JzRkiFVdFLouA0waLJPD5wAhFQevW3FsZaOvqEuj37pdJBfICzKDNaeSTRsGH3B3p6K4yorKwT_PyyAsfMtb5HGQLSpSrl6xYXRMqNwvZbmit5lalRM4qyg6qOJENMsrXadyylTYNDC3mjyo7_z6Ldk3uI0Z883jHnQmLZkWcygEkm-5dkB4wYZA/w480-h640/PC060138.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial; text-align: center;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: arial; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: left;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Olde Golden Christmas</u></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; text-align: left;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box;">The town of Golden really knows how to celebrate the holiday season with a wealth of activities on offer for locals and visitors alike. Thousands of twinkling lights illuminate parks and historic buildings each night through February. Historic Washington Avenue lights up with the annual Candlelight Walk on December 1st at 6:30pm. Children and adults alike will find joy in the annual Olde Golden Holiday Parade which takes place on December 9th at10:30am. All sorts of fun festivities follow the parade include horse and carriage rides, visits with Santa and holiday markets. Santa also returns with other beloved holiday characters on December 16th for Jingle on the Avenue. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;">There's so much more on offer throughout the holidays in Golden so make sure to visit</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.visitgolden.com/olde-golden-christmas/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://www.visitgolden.com/olde-golden-christmas/</a></u></b> to check out all the events. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></div></div></span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilTicoV7J9b1Nid-m0h0avrS_4nlqmuXeZQLmohSQTblBofHIRGFN7hK-qMeEwzB1rcN_V4AsHGZHhzEkKDTVnicdh4VRbJGCKW6uyimXBQU3CEbNHcKrhcFn52ItzLA-d3K8gf-Wu5KvKvrtVg69Fzb0AAEgSjpRxvuOeL1l5shRDDPN3pRNGtbcXX3Y/s4608/PC140466.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilTicoV7J9b1Nid-m0h0avrS_4nlqmuXeZQLmohSQTblBofHIRGFN7hK-qMeEwzB1rcN_V4AsHGZHhzEkKDTVnicdh4VRbJGCKW6uyimXBQU3CEbNHcKrhcFn52ItzLA-d3K8gf-Wu5KvKvrtVg69Fzb0AAEgSjpRxvuOeL1l5shRDDPN3pRNGtbcXX3Y/w640-h480/PC140466.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBNqi_k1qZJr1dqUs4a6Vj59TFeq_Fo6rgLNaxWQqlVlkryKG2b85940s9zNW645AXZ08PeyZdEWlad5kTptT54fsYDiOE2-YGkBbj4D64TAqf75-JleBzscYaB_WBhWe3SjTD0ZQTwGq62sJqfDqr7f3tqdctv0IoxGGxQno4l84jXdIz5ZDCqwGMitI/s4608/PC304963.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBNqi_k1qZJr1dqUs4a6Vj59TFeq_Fo6rgLNaxWQqlVlkryKG2b85940s9zNW645AXZ08PeyZdEWlad5kTptT54fsYDiOE2-YGkBbj4D64TAqf75-JleBzscYaB_WBhWe3SjTD0ZQTwGq62sJqfDqr7f3tqdctv0IoxGGxQno4l84jXdIz5ZDCqwGMitI/w640-h480/PC304963.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggX1Gr59a0YvdLa1QKhyGvRmXazWiei70uMAFIHehYgtgRFrqak-vuh60diqDYEI6DWfAT4Dcga1ODLQhomAL5_vtNVaXT9LPva5YoaAyn-JXHZI4PRF1ChOhHxgeqmyeGYKyWh20YqIFDyfp5gVg8Aa7sn8xkgEURyfVyUVlAUn0ikjmjl37PCKZ8Nwg/s4608/PC305014.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggX1Gr59a0YvdLa1QKhyGvRmXazWiei70uMAFIHehYgtgRFrqak-vuh60diqDYEI6DWfAT4Dcga1ODLQhomAL5_vtNVaXT9LPva5YoaAyn-JXHZI4PRF1ChOhHxgeqmyeGYKyWh20YqIFDyfp5gVg8Aa7sn8xkgEURyfVyUVlAUn0ikjmjl37PCKZ8Nwg/w640-h480/PC305014.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-weight: bold;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The Polar Express at Colorado Railroad Museum</span></u></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;">For a magical family outing, plan a visit to Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden to take a trip on The Polar Express. This popular event lasts 90 minutes and includes cabaret style entertainment, cookies and hot chocolate for all guests, a ride on a vintage steam train, and a chance to meet Santa. Each guest takes home a souvenir bell from Santa. Guests are welcome to wear their favorite holiday pajamas just like the kids in the book and movie. The cabaret show and train are both heated, but don't forget a jacket for while waiting to board the train.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;">The Polar Express runs on select nights from November 10th to 26th, and nightly from November 29th through December 23rd with events at 5pm, 6:30pm and 8pm. </span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;">You can see our ride on the Polar Express <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/Ck_vb3bgfQl/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;">Tickets can be purchased in advance at <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://coloradorailroadmuseum.org/polar-express/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">https://coloradorailroadmuseum.org/polar-express/</a></u></b>. This event sells out every year so make sure to book ASAP. </span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOG5BSkLIRNpqf3iM-BgQOk9JsNhGWPG4IfNHTFB1zljEdcvcaITba6lyGBj4FykbPL4028sTO_y99NP_8sUUbkxeS066L6Kds1nfSGqYJ68EEULStbPBSNpRgbo_oGITevv2FIZL0c7Dx90xK6CrTCY8Ke9n1GPlfwVuFYx0Tgo3OMCShs-p7q2_kB-0/s5184/PB105038.jpg" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOG5BSkLIRNpqf3iM-BgQOk9JsNhGWPG4IfNHTFB1zljEdcvcaITba6lyGBj4FykbPL4028sTO_y99NP_8sUUbkxeS066L6Kds1nfSGqYJ68EEULStbPBSNpRgbo_oGITevv2FIZL0c7Dx90xK6CrTCY8Ke9n1GPlfwVuFYx0Tgo3OMCShs-p7q2_kB-0/w480-h640/PB105038.jpg" width="480" /></span></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRy7kyH96FvaC86LH1bdJEzmkXjzpYWJ4Jic_F-vzVD2BDHRuwJqykYxmgJxXGMOe73gCxA01s5yAVpURbdnHd6TlnmxbiIA0EcrtAWlysFIlIbgUTIhuQOJ8nYyjBmGMT78DbziQ7CaE2JQzJIgVRDrXlUZqZ7RbiH6E0uglMAy_1qNnktw0Dtqjbe7Q/s1554/IMG_9837.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1554" data-original-width="1170" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRy7kyH96FvaC86LH1bdJEzmkXjzpYWJ4Jic_F-vzVD2BDHRuwJqykYxmgJxXGMOe73gCxA01s5yAVpURbdnHd6TlnmxbiIA0EcrtAWlysFIlIbgUTIhuQOJ8nYyjBmGMT78DbziQ7CaE2JQzJIgVRDrXlUZqZ7RbiH6E0uglMAy_1qNnktw0Dtqjbe7Q/w482-h640/IMG_9837.jpg" width="482" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgQGEYuYN7EiJFywlzRsCHBQrTtkU0n1Agx96PPiEVd8bYwMY-VtOu339yPw39IBACnO2mQzqgfR0u4fDv2Ri0K-IRWmQ-xMvwChjGFwFVFN2lZR8QsPrEmkdJNnSo6_CgxGgdUv_YMcX4fTwCOYtA0vEcA0pWJt6IxLDS_lq6PmZCYPgRfbWD2VEuC6g/s5026/PB105044.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3770" data-original-width="5026" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgQGEYuYN7EiJFywlzRsCHBQrTtkU0n1Agx96PPiEVd8bYwMY-VtOu339yPw39IBACnO2mQzqgfR0u4fDv2Ri0K-IRWmQ-xMvwChjGFwFVFN2lZR8QsPrEmkdJNnSo6_CgxGgdUv_YMcX4fTwCOYtA0vEcA0pWJt6IxLDS_lq6PmZCYPgRfbWD2VEuC6g/w640-h480/PB105044.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><b><u>Ice Castles</u></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;">After a two year hiatus, Ice Castles return to Colorado! This year, Ice Castles will have a new location south of Denver in Cripple Creek. Ice Castles has always been one of my absolute favorite Winter events in Colorado so I'm super excited that it is returning. Visitors will be amazed by the hand grown ice structures that glisten in the sun and glow at night thanks to colorful LED lights built into the ice. </span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;">Dates for Ice Castles are yet to be released as the formation of the ice crystals that make up the structures are weather dependent, but generally the event covers Winter break through February. </span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;">Tickets go on sale November 29th and can be purchased online. </span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;">Tickets are $27 for adults (ages 12 and up), $21 for children (ages 4 - 11), and children aged 3 and under are admitted free of charge.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;">You can see our previous visits <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/01/ice-castles-202021.html" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>, <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/02/ice-castles-day-and-night.html" target="_blank">here</a></u></b> and <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/01/ice-castles.html" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;">For more information and to book tickets visit <a href="https://icecastles.com/colorado/" rel="nofollow" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">https://icecastles.com/colorado/</a>.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK2wrhi2xqBB2Ilffkn8G0TrXU5FBD_nA0op0zf0dhJcojNOkX1HbvIaCtzYsZJYvJix1FmG5GO7TbAR3gQyPXwxcHLOKFjdlj2sQ21ltNRaXvJOYaCYY2yvyZGm0ixd0cCfPtT9_K4JA0bZuZTPPpFfyezIWfV2tq8C544Kp-_OqQAibo91d-bIXlJnw/s4668/PC290288.jpg" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5GGMa2SIP2s3_wusFoxIRizNQZtsv7O1OR9ELmEEFwoJ-5y5wxSjuBw9prNXSAZwULSmUh3lzq7y6gxwykgzSwT3iQMiWuzlgHTh70puYcV4Kqt5tSC1Oaq7NxXgRXZrJYAXgUGiokcT0R9E7vCVABUrBKz1CKEQVY6uux7ePOBchh1HV4ntuCpJBapE/s4582/PC311448.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4582" data-original-width="3437" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5GGMa2SIP2s3_wusFoxIRizNQZtsv7O1OR9ELmEEFwoJ-5y5wxSjuBw9prNXSAZwULSmUh3lzq7y6gxwykgzSwT3iQMiWuzlgHTh70puYcV4Kqt5tSC1Oaq7NxXgRXZrJYAXgUGiokcT0R9E7vCVABUrBKz1CKEQVY6uux7ePOBchh1HV4ntuCpJBapE/w480-h640/PC311448.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Which events are you looking forward to this holiday season? Let me know if I've missed any of your favorites!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-57372256287704291832023-11-12T15:48:00.003-07:002023-11-12T15:48:29.221-07:00Museum of Illusions Denver<div style="text-align: left;">There's a new museum in Denver and you won't believe your eyes when you see it!<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Prepare to have your mind blown!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Is that us hanging upside down in an RTD train car? Is that a giant Mathilde towering over Lola and I? Is that Lola falling through a portal? Is that a <b><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CZlAQ-ylcCx/" target="_blank">multitude</a></u></b> of Mathildes? Is that us hanging off the side of an apartment building like Spiderman? Is that a rainbow of shadows? Why, yes. Yes it is! But how? </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Read on to find out how we pulled off all of these gravity and reality defying stunts...</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3c2gswpl1AQkaMLKkqdtADeDPvJ-L6DiOQ7Fqc7Y6ZtLnY13hbGJhLPoyL16nBa-DwjVl1RnraZq_8rbV8WU6GnzPDCbJ_5JMu3bSHRF67zkP7J5SqrVmI2nqdgjF8-n_anLgH-gz-ONDCZ1aOmCeZ8P79T3NK31lGbK1LhMDNFblVklqrKkchhBPmRI/s1500/Black%20Halloween%20Blog%20Post%20Pinterest%20Pin.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3c2gswpl1AQkaMLKkqdtADeDPvJ-L6DiOQ7Fqc7Y6ZtLnY13hbGJhLPoyL16nBa-DwjVl1RnraZq_8rbV8WU6GnzPDCbJ_5JMu3bSHRF67zkP7J5SqrVmI2nqdgjF8-n_anLgH-gz-ONDCZ1aOmCeZ8P79T3NK31lGbK1LhMDNFblVklqrKkchhBPmRI/w427-h640/Black%20Halloween%20Blog%20Post%20Pinterest%20Pin.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Anything that allows us to engage with art in a hands on manner is a winner in my book. When I saw that Museum of Illusions was coming to Denver I just knew that we had to visit.</div><div><br /></div><div><b><u><a href="https://moidenver.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Museum of Illusions Denver</a></u></b> opened up back in October and I'm so excited to share our visit with you. It's a small museum but it's packed full of amazing immersive illusions that really will have you wondering just how they work.</div><div><br /></div><div>So, just how do they work? Well, without giving away too many secrets, this museum is full of illusions that use mirrors, slanted floors, changed perspectives, special lighting and so much more to fool our brains into thinking we're seeing something very different from what we're actually seeing. As you wander throughout the museum you'll find signs with instructions for how to create each illusion along with markings on the floor showing the best place to stand, both as the subject in the illusion and as the photographer. There are also helpful staff on hand throughout the museum to help with photography and posing tips. 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3654" data-original-width="2740" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyDK1DBqNlxDYOp-L_GbnfYWp_I0U3GfFl8hS6HP1SZtthHzSH4MmvA8uTvd5QntGjit7nQ_8LW_77l_jNVjeRq3EfWIE1jfHBTHz9uA5_Rwp6yZdGmIArbIix8kE1XCEOPnu643UtxIZJHPb_ss81r69lqsmuSnkryWRaNNr6In9joKoiL7gt4jUi1qY/w480-h640/IMG_7271.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>While most of the displays at the museum are designed for mind blowing photo and video opportunities, there are also plenty of optical illusions that are purely for looking at. A mural of a skier whose eyes follow you as you move through the room. Shapes that change as you move or appear to go on infinitely. Artworks that appear to spin and change direction the longer you look at them. Objects that seemingly appear out of nowhere. Faces that appear to be looking both straight on and sideways. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOuF4zdOrqljRflTqy5Uk_S7aS3z9r9rhipdVnuuAmfLrNcEBccfm_GNCxPtROTDWCAd47aisW4VpkZTcBoUWzAFLFJY1Rt0_838VXKnCO7Ibqka_GkrJPVDBNQMKHOApHoOrMdTqm3l9y9m1ZQ8jVHyRVoN9fOw1ugBlswgAGujFTPT0jWPWMnGMyuXA/s5184/PA097985.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOuF4zdOrqljRflTqy5Uk_S7aS3z9r9rhipdVnuuAmfLrNcEBccfm_GNCxPtROTDWCAd47aisW4VpkZTcBoUWzAFLFJY1Rt0_838VXKnCO7Ibqka_GkrJPVDBNQMKHOApHoOrMdTqm3l9y9m1ZQ8jVHyRVoN9fOw1ugBlswgAGujFTPT0jWPWMnGMyuXA/w640-h480/PA097985.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlWnjm3Ck06SD3KDcmo-h6KvhqLvHy2VpE0v43S9XjjX-A_0Qee5K2BnfTHg6jZ5VqghtAja_nyYocI-zo0i-OMFJbW7_YH6YvZwnhigsC2Btr9hUpcBljzSs5OJYM55_MQJ1xG_qU_xy6Tepi8EEmbwVwqUI7uC8pbhEZSakQUBcaOdYZe5m3KvzZddI/s5184/PA097958.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlWnjm3Ck06SD3KDcmo-h6KvhqLvHy2VpE0v43S9XjjX-A_0Qee5K2BnfTHg6jZ5VqghtAja_nyYocI-zo0i-OMFJbW7_YH6YvZwnhigsC2Btr9hUpcBljzSs5OJYM55_MQJ1xG_qU_xy6Tepi8EEmbwVwqUI7uC8pbhEZSakQUBcaOdYZe5m3KvzZddI/w640-h480/PA097958.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWt8CGeH2y-xNxO5iE3z9ysv3FmCSvpsVMNiXn17t4yAJwErZgIlxNRN4myLBc5sBJbK8eBoEwuWV1-ceaIiNP0upy4Z4E34jPH76DBTr00ESBtMfH0NmpZa_l3VG2vTyBOjSnmX57QB_tKUvBbzUAy70xsEpoeNi6jnDnYlOoOnrkoApnm6SoZpa76uk/s5184/PA097987.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWt8CGeH2y-xNxO5iE3z9ysv3FmCSvpsVMNiXn17t4yAJwErZgIlxNRN4myLBc5sBJbK8eBoEwuWV1-ceaIiNP0upy4Z4E34jPH76DBTr00ESBtMfH0NmpZa_l3VG2vTyBOjSnmX57QB_tKUvBbzUAy70xsEpoeNi6jnDnYlOoOnrkoApnm6SoZpa76uk/w640-h480/PA097987.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizhCbf900KYWEDnuXlpQN0jYud1BtNmPoLI9unirMLbSLsdPcAHDuNCI3PKI0gqWbKwLz9VnKupzsbnIHb0I42HWyGkP3xPRfola_tU-x8WSzrt80LmpgF9QrokiDpkvScsCaU6lFQ3epSrq5MnPu4A_UbIsT2C7fw_Lp27jPPrtQyB1hCt6NpkidjUW0/s4032/IMG_7500.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizhCbf900KYWEDnuXlpQN0jYud1BtNmPoLI9unirMLbSLsdPcAHDuNCI3PKI0gqWbKwLz9VnKupzsbnIHb0I42HWyGkP3xPRfola_tU-x8WSzrt80LmpgF9QrokiDpkvScsCaU6lFQ3epSrq5MnPu4A_UbIsT2C7fw_Lp27jPPrtQyB1hCt6NpkidjUW0/w480-h640/IMG_7500.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>You'll also find hands on puzzles and games that kids will enjoy. Mathilde had a lot of fun playing with the giant puzzles below and was especially excited to find smaller versions available in the next room. Can you guess what that room was?</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHKXrm-zzSkxgvj1SeLYAQSggICuAc11IPpqgiMivDedG-csgv_zE9lgqBcwNlp6WDASG6eLibS0dE-PwUIzjDskuGkyY0F7WAz3dyXRoHVFAfjyIxYNxZ-0u-hq-VgnF8Yx-tchwRbXbbo9fr1PMnTA1e3zhT30dUTrLUXfICd2IFKGFDs-H3oOMwWTw/s5018/PA097974.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3764" data-original-width="5018" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHKXrm-zzSkxgvj1SeLYAQSggICuAc11IPpqgiMivDedG-csgv_zE9lgqBcwNlp6WDASG6eLibS0dE-PwUIzjDskuGkyY0F7WAz3dyXRoHVFAfjyIxYNxZ-0u-hq-VgnF8Yx-tchwRbXbbo9fr1PMnTA1e3zhT30dUTrLUXfICd2IFKGFDs-H3oOMwWTw/w640-h480/PA097974.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp2eOynYysswHFvyWGfc8pRqasqmThNvQTi-xbJ996-iScBGIkuPFUyRt1JYaHjBgXJ6tFGYo06Z6b-DpQTfnlHTPPDGopAHZe3X7ciqMEC4N8KusxGHAG2Xu5AmfwP0-6YrnuybCOR9HHq34oqfOO47fR7GwGg1iB7KXba4MSlIQOiEiaVmDJpVefiWo/s4032/IMG_7494.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp2eOynYysswHFvyWGfc8pRqasqmThNvQTi-xbJ996-iScBGIkuPFUyRt1JYaHjBgXJ6tFGYo06Z6b-DpQTfnlHTPPDGopAHZe3X7ciqMEC4N8KusxGHAG2Xu5AmfwP0-6YrnuybCOR9HHq34oqfOO47fR7GwGg1iB7KXba4MSlIQOiEiaVmDJpVefiWo/w480-h640/IMG_7494.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>That's right... the gift shop!</div><div><br /></div><div>Museum of Illusions Denver has a fun little gift shop featuring plenty of puzzles similar to those found on a larger scale throughout the museum. You'll also find prints, postcards, tee shirts and so much more. We took home a few small puzzles, a fridge magnet for my ever expanding collection, and a few fun postcards to send to friends. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5QaP8DHKEhXuwkI0-j0eHhLjLP3ElAdXNzMk8jbjeCn_JsgbGRFhFZAk0lYeF_PDcd5ZioaOw2MMm1Ka-aU35G10EfqEyHcCEsjUvvJ2FZ5AWnhnUXPgKqX-4z1hhbBgaRcmt64K_5MafIR_DN8clYVblUBqlGlHAyxx7k60XK_-6e2jn2FHSpbfJ_pA/s5077/PA097993.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3808" data-original-width="5077" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5QaP8DHKEhXuwkI0-j0eHhLjLP3ElAdXNzMk8jbjeCn_JsgbGRFhFZAk0lYeF_PDcd5ZioaOw2MMm1Ka-aU35G10EfqEyHcCEsjUvvJ2FZ5AWnhnUXPgKqX-4z1hhbBgaRcmt64K_5MafIR_DN8clYVblUBqlGlHAyxx7k60XK_-6e2jn2FHSpbfJ_pA/w640-h480/PA097993.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>If you'd like to see our visit to Museum of Illusions Denver in action, check out this Reel that I shared on <b><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzXKETRgX6s/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a></u></b>.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">POOP</div><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzXKETRgX6s/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); 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line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0px 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzXKETRgX6s/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">A post shared by Sally Mason / Family Travel (@littlehiccups)</a></p></div></blockquote> <script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span face="-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;">Let's dive into all the practical information...</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span face="-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span face="-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitIncp6Pux8fBAtsQl0jzToXhdo4sRs12cuGVXT46nCP_EMRIl8nrTUPyRao3u36gvgzyi8u4lgeRtfCyrF4-Q5uP5f69APlct1MS3z5XGHCwmhO75M3qS4KE8ZxNLC8zOeMPi1NPLEXdZRER8HvICQ1PFoY6ufjP7VzcuyR053W9Gto3KzOBWVbhN648/s4032/IMG_7491.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitIncp6Pux8fBAtsQl0jzToXhdo4sRs12cuGVXT46nCP_EMRIl8nrTUPyRao3u36gvgzyi8u4lgeRtfCyrF4-Q5uP5f69APlct1MS3z5XGHCwmhO75M3qS4KE8ZxNLC8zOeMPi1NPLEXdZRER8HvICQ1PFoY6ufjP7VzcuyR053W9Gto3KzOBWVbhN648/w480-h640/IMG_7491.jpeg" width="480" /></a></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span face="-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span face="-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;">Museum of Illusions Denver is located at 951 16th Street Mall in Denver.</span></div><br style="background-color: white; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;" /><span face="-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;">The museum is open seven days a week with varying hours: Sundays through Thursdays from 10am to 9pm, and Fridays and Saturdays from 10am to 10pm. </span><br style="background-color: white; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;" /><br style="background-color: white; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;" /><span face="-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;">Tickets are available online or at the door (depending on availability) and are $24 for adults (13+) and $20 for kids (5 - 12). Kids ages 4 and under are admitted free of charge.</span><div><br /></div><div>Museum of Illusions Denver is wheelchair friendly for the most part with nice wide walkways, however there are a few exhibits with slanted floors.</div><div><br /></div><div>Restrooms are available in the museum.<br style="background-color: white;" /><p style="text-align: left;"><span face="-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;">For more information and to purchase tickets visit <b><u><a href="https://moidenver.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.moidenver.com</a></u></b>.</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span face="-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;">-----------------------</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span face="-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white;">You might also like:</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5KuocbKy3XT8Zutnmg4EXt5erkrVA0HYIJr2vOS0y7MhMTawlrS5x6xgQUf6rqLX4bir7QF3uLpTrgRGNsVGzNtfzdrkvSdrbkf4EtMsdRBCkUpmtFMFNDsa21w54QfNmZh-WLuhDLnj4aYsD1w9uo994IXJQVND3N5HrqEGTW7ksqpz-ck_qn5VcAYc/s2160/IG.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" data-original-height="2160" data-original-width="2160" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5KuocbKy3XT8Zutnmg4EXt5erkrVA0HYIJr2vOS0y7MhMTawlrS5x6xgQUf6rqLX4bir7QF3uLpTrgRGNsVGzNtfzdrkvSdrbkf4EtMsdRBCkUpmtFMFNDsa21w54QfNmZh-WLuhDLnj4aYsD1w9uo994IXJQVND3N5HrqEGTW7ksqpz-ck_qn5VcAYc/w200-h200/IG.jpg" width="200" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguzkXA8q-jQbOM1t1gRZjlQfgW6yWSgjtvQQtAROLcjpgk3olraePgIXgh6AS-cL_sTpqpZesgYKj0VFe9jOwMPpHoQKsKAU_YX-ij-wNzYZHkrq5XMGNwjV5C5HgG-pCiNSr31p53jpdXLXkeTCrqS5maTdyMsVgrQhstURg1O_1tXikIQxxzOAeJgBc/s3822/MeowWolf.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" data-original-height="3822" data-original-width="3822" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguzkXA8q-jQbOM1t1gRZjlQfgW6yWSgjtvQQtAROLcjpgk3olraePgIXgh6AS-cL_sTpqpZesgYKj0VFe9jOwMPpHoQKsKAU_YX-ij-wNzYZHkrq5XMGNwjV5C5HgG-pCiNSr31p53jpdXLXkeTCrqS5maTdyMsVgrQhstURg1O_1tXikIQxxzOAeJgBc/w200-h200/MeowWolf.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/06/our-visit-to-denver-selfie-museum.html" target="_blank">Denver Selfie Museum </a></u></b> <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/09/meow-wolf-convergence-station.html" target="_blank">Meow Wolf Convergence Station</a></u></b></div><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p></p></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-64837852851588900772023-10-20T12:25:00.002-06:002023-10-20T12:25:22.923-06:00Hammond's Candies Factory Tour<div style="text-align: left;">It's the season of candy, but if you don't want to wait until Halloween to get your fill of all things sweet, then I have the perfect place for you to visit. And it's free!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Hammond's Candies has been a Denver institution ever since the company was founded in 1920. Specializing in old fashioned candies such as hard candies, lollipops, candy canes and taffy, they've been delighting Colorado kids (and adults!) for generations. And with good reason. Their candies are delicious!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Now, eating candy is always pretty good, but do you know what's even better? Eating candy at the factory where it's made! That's where the free Hammond's Candies factory tour comes in. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Want to know more? 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Tours last about 30 minutes and during this time visitors will learn the history of Hammond's Candies and will get the chance to see classic candies being produced on the factory floor. As Hammond's Candies make quite a large range of products on site, you never know what you'll get to see being made. During our visit Hammond's Candies was preparing for the upcoming holiday season so we saw chocolate filled candy canes being made.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQWCJcIiMA0AtdVSYdzzKwhaa1tLeI5KMLuJ-wib3TTU9-lSk5-X9wdBPyBZ8xSi3jVLbVNfHVHwHOR96Gmy5XPOBPIB2282mqXwHlDn6PPgPihkMXGSqken1tpE9W3GDQgM6uZzrnVmNBgnU5eYu3C0FA9sib07bXH2PYtICAwwyL2f3nA-NjZxy3sQM/s1580/IMG_7972.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1580" data-original-width="1128" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQWCJcIiMA0AtdVSYdzzKwhaa1tLeI5KMLuJ-wib3TTU9-lSk5-X9wdBPyBZ8xSi3jVLbVNfHVHwHOR96Gmy5XPOBPIB2282mqXwHlDn6PPgPihkMXGSqken1tpE9W3GDQgM6uZzrnVmNBgnU5eYu3C0FA9sib07bXH2PYtICAwwyL2f3nA-NjZxy3sQM/w456-h640/IMG_7972.jpeg" width="456" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbbKGKNa9aPQcrcrHrhQ-1r0s_R2qGwFCCExV7WadkJF7hwHAe_MXCvZ2ic97-_pYYQmXKa7C_tUlbt9zO1HA-AgMNj_UeMekmSZE7bgV3I0V5vHk_O8rNFJkZ2Hc_MbD-_FNoS2oLs1lBhIDHuwBYhuEtn-ID2wTWdcsaG1DUkz9zfySIsd0Zg_MdMqQ/s1546/IMG_7973.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1546" data-original-width="1105" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbbKGKNa9aPQcrcrHrhQ-1r0s_R2qGwFCCExV7WadkJF7hwHAe_MXCvZ2ic97-_pYYQmXKa7C_tUlbt9zO1HA-AgMNj_UeMekmSZE7bgV3I0V5vHk_O8rNFJkZ2Hc_MbD-_FNoS2oLs1lBhIDHuwBYhuEtn-ID2wTWdcsaG1DUkz9zfySIsd0Zg_MdMqQ/w458-h640/IMG_7973.jpeg" width="458" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLXAMGEAUbKZkF4JyhzyaZxyxM7tnVBOdymiIOpnGdMJhLClPX0WS98a7W24enhTqL6q8t-jME0gKD3PGuyDaWQDPW-ptb9Tkv9gijTEGrM1LaPPWC8O154OUUIhbQsv_20c338TJD0jO9FrReo87Awb8-c2Jaikom9XmWb33hROMHwiuF0a_mcg_0KW0/s1638/IMG_7977.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1638" data-original-width="1170" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLXAMGEAUbKZkF4JyhzyaZxyxM7tnVBOdymiIOpnGdMJhLClPX0WS98a7W24enhTqL6q8t-jME0gKD3PGuyDaWQDPW-ptb9Tkv9gijTEGrM1LaPPWC8O154OUUIhbQsv_20c338TJD0jO9FrReo87Awb8-c2Jaikom9XmWb33hROMHwiuF0a_mcg_0KW0/w458-h640/IMG_7977.jpeg" width="458" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKJ_HE7F4QfhIVWqoAZgwfIkVetMHbJPK9pBAPBQATfFI6GtFs8DiDd9WoNKeTHVYuAtyynEdL4WU29lVQAlVYleipzdAjrsjdjD_QJglrdzDrvTBtU_jj87xgcHZIJL50uQZUegPXMMpiQVAWRuusOjg6m5VfPJHV2NFEkR3BqvqbLzhKjv5uGfYSlRM/s1170/IMG_7974.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="836" data-original-width="1170" height="458" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKJ_HE7F4QfhIVWqoAZgwfIkVetMHbJPK9pBAPBQATfFI6GtFs8DiDd9WoNKeTHVYuAtyynEdL4WU29lVQAlVYleipzdAjrsjdjD_QJglrdzDrvTBtU_jj87xgcHZIJL50uQZUegPXMMpiQVAWRuusOjg6m5VfPJHV2NFEkR3BqvqbLzhKjv5uGfYSlRM/w640-h458/IMG_7974.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6Zdi7uZhmiaJQzFPmMj_5NSpLmbUm_HzdMuRwS_vOJF_f7yDwAU6q75orJecqiivPqt_GU1n-X0Bfte7XgpU4M3OKusi7ssdkRJ2MVJ0HQrbeKFsHrGF0v6yT6lB87OyN01LlJ8fCtEzm5PhtmINWrldtyg7BaC_18tf7y9MyzemnOsnjw4ecVn-b4uo/s1102/IMG_7975.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="787" data-original-width="1102" height="458" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6Zdi7uZhmiaJQzFPmMj_5NSpLmbUm_HzdMuRwS_vOJF_f7yDwAU6q75orJecqiivPqt_GU1n-X0Bfte7XgpU4M3OKusi7ssdkRJ2MVJ0HQrbeKFsHrGF0v6yT6lB87OyN01LlJ8fCtEzm5PhtmINWrldtyg7BaC_18tf7y9MyzemnOsnjw4ecVn-b4uo/w640-h458/IMG_7975.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div>The tour area features large television screens so that visitors can get a close up look at production happening a little further away from the viewing windows. As well as seeing the chocolate filled candy canes being made we saw various candies being packaged and hot chocolate dunking spoons being covered in sprinkles. <div><br /></div><div>Visitors are given a fun paper hat to wear during the tour as well as a sweet treat at the end. We were given chocolate filled candy canes just like those we saw being made.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwduFo9ctcqx7LM_h6WGuM7veUtP9l5AcC1MvkoILhzHra0pYRBdWACFL6fg02SL6-flkYcGghNmbPfNNsXJWaUJYF3YRABfu2K4eay4R-3l9-s4EuW-_BCinL-01trprd7xzevkXcTj-IRFrJHEHK4E4guJG4Ipv-lLUkoSRVrHMTKNVxhA2RoGfNy5Y/s1638/IMG_7976.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1638" data-original-width="1170" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwduFo9ctcqx7LM_h6WGuM7veUtP9l5AcC1MvkoILhzHra0pYRBdWACFL6fg02SL6-flkYcGghNmbPfNNsXJWaUJYF3YRABfu2K4eay4R-3l9-s4EuW-_BCinL-01trprd7xzevkXcTj-IRFrJHEHK4E4guJG4Ipv-lLUkoSRVrHMTKNVxhA2RoGfNy5Y/w458-h640/IMG_7976.jpeg" width="458" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Tours of Hammond's Candies start and end in their factory shop which features their extensive range of sweet treats. Candy canes, hard candy, hot chocolate snowballs and dunking spoons, cotton candy, chocolate bars, truffles, taffy, caramels, marshmallows and so much more are available for visitors to purchase. 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-sG1QndJ9MuArjnx7FEtFbII9iEsFII5K5bDpxI2iSh47k0zwKUZ5awNlm2lpkqJSLUT5wWuN_LVno5MmQOrYBP0PdjRntb-j8eGqQxFLEedVnkSvx_O3VDDWPyger3hMfq-GhlTpv-PmLXZSD1fJyL-omtAG45AQ6qkcbqk-Q-mTwVAc8nXCWJEpoT0/w480-h640/IMG_5087.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Hammond's Candies is located at 5735 Washington Street, Denver.</div><div><br /></div><div>Factory tours are free of charge, but bookings should be made in advance online at <b><u><a href="https://hammondscandies.com/pages/book-factory-tour" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://hammondscandies.com/pages/book-factory-tour</a></u></b>. Walks ins are accepted if there is availability.</div><div><br /></div><div>Tours run Mondays through Saturdays from 9:15am to 2:15pm.</div><div><br /></div><div>For more information about Hammond's Candies visit <b><u><a href="https://hammondscandies.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://hammondscandies.com</a></u></b>.</div><div> </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj4ExelrNc76OeXwNP77fkBGE4ApTUDBhWdr0S5KvULYD9yaBHa9ZfleeCY8eb2e_Wjco_a47JyW8I2_x1pmJLLXxNgrU7mQ8ZBgQGX5NnBjt4l5qlj7rrbsfiMK-9USBOIVf3GN0k9OR5fxF4IyxUWhI2hgkIFK8IK27VQZK_-DYFNDokUd2tvsWB_WI/s4032/IMG_5093.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj4ExelrNc76OeXwNP77fkBGE4ApTUDBhWdr0S5KvULYD9yaBHa9ZfleeCY8eb2e_Wjco_a47JyW8I2_x1pmJLLXxNgrU7mQ8ZBgQGX5NnBjt4l5qlj7rrbsfiMK-9USBOIVf3GN0k9OR5fxF4IyxUWhI2hgkIFK8IK27VQZK_-DYFNDokUd2tvsWB_WI/w480-h640/IMG_5093.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Do you enjoy factory tours? I always find them so fascinating and the kids enjoy them too - even more so when there are sweet treats to be had! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We've also visited the Jelly Belly factory a few times when we lived in the Bay Area. You can see our visits here:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2015/04/jelly-belly-factory.html</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">https://www.510families.com/jelly-belly-factory/</div><p></p></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-89164290885873207342023-10-19T13:56:00.000-06:002023-10-19T13:56:17.363-06:00Magic of the Jack O'Lanterns 2023<div style="text-align: left;">Magic of the Jack O'Lanterns is back again this spooky season at Hudson Gardens in Littleton.<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">This is one of my favorite family friendly Halloween events. Set amongst beautiful gardens and along a large pond, Magic of the Jack O'Lanterns is a stunning display of intricately carved pumpkins beyond your wildest imagination.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">As you can probably guess from the name, this event features a lot of jack o'lanterns. Like, a LOT of them. You'll also find carved sculptures made from stacks of pumpkins, lighted arches, singing jack o'lanterns, colorful lighting, spooky music and all your favorite characters from a wealth of movies.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Let's take a look...</div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilwEtSkMhedQRQ3PZb453QPzrSu2RJmRXzbAgIcpHlVaKXLROfJxQizLhUaBUandzwjZ67i3XJxtxE0yyiAyAWa8njF1j_w8U99amw1_MCx4z36kkrhUKQfewsnLlYeiyJa_bmn91aKfdB6_Ja9-jfPkI9fAb7LWAooByvfNlDj56nm9YxKPmR3tkTKOE/s4943/P9287721.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3707" data-original-width="4943" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilwEtSkMhedQRQ3PZb453QPzrSu2RJmRXzbAgIcpHlVaKXLROfJxQizLhUaBUandzwjZ67i3XJxtxE0yyiAyAWa8njF1j_w8U99amw1_MCx4z36kkrhUKQfewsnLlYeiyJa_bmn91aKfdB6_Ja9-jfPkI9fAb7LWAooByvfNlDj56nm9YxKPmR3tkTKOE/w640-h480/P9287721.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The individually carved jack o'lanterns on display feature all sorts of designs including celebrities, beloved movie characters, classic horror characters and cultural images. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPCKpGQ-nATIRtDaRnjgPF44P0h0Qz0D-5wqz95pBB5lZOVw8hwX72ER_9mGoPTl9xCZBv0aH1VSjAT-oL-zBUfGOUY0KBkTZUlTRwOOFhcMYQwacFC0v7Is30XtUVvQNYC0pBMkszQQt1EZrzTwA4nTihG3VnP9yGVHnIXiHP1U3jJhcL6jtivklkm5I/s5184/P9287596.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPCKpGQ-nATIRtDaRnjgPF44P0h0Qz0D-5wqz95pBB5lZOVw8hwX72ER_9mGoPTl9xCZBv0aH1VSjAT-oL-zBUfGOUY0KBkTZUlTRwOOFhcMYQwacFC0v7Is30XtUVvQNYC0pBMkszQQt1EZrzTwA4nTihG3VnP9yGVHnIXiHP1U3jJhcL6jtivklkm5I/w640-h480/P9287596.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The sculptures with carved designs spread over many pumpkins are always impressive. 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text-align: left;">The whole exhibition has a fun and family friendly spooky vibe with colorful lighting, well placed fog, sound effects, and music adding to the ambience. 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Hours vary depending on the day. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Hudson Gardens is located at 6115 S Santa Fe Drive, Littleton.</div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Tickets start at $19.99 for adults, $14.99 for kids (ages 3 - 12), and children ages 2 and under are admitted free of charge. During the day visitors can explore Hudson Gardens and see the unlit jack o'lanterns for free.</div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">For more information and to book tickets click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://magicofthejackolanterns.com/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div></div><p></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-60082776761130068972023-10-05T15:34:00.005-06:002023-10-17T19:13:33.526-06:0015+ Family Friendly Halloween Events in Denver<div style="text-align: left;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-size: 13.2px;">The Denver area is home to so many fun spooky events in the lead up to Halloween.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-size: 13.2px;">Today I'm sharing some of my absolute favorites.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-size: 13.2px;">With pumpkin patches, haunted houses, tasty treats, day time and night time events, there's something for everyone here.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box; 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color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Denver Botanic Gardens: Glow at the Gardens</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></u></b></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: left;">Every October Denver Botanic Gardens lights up in the evenings with a spectacular exhibition of light displays, jack-o'lanterns, sculptures made of pumpkins, and characters in costumes. It's a family friendly event with nothing too spooky on display, but you will find the odd skeleton or two in displays. Visitors are welcome to come in costume (no prop weapons or scary masks allowed). </div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />This year's Glow at the Gardens runs from October 17th through 22nd from 6pm to 9pm. The event sells out every year so make sure to get your tickets ASAP. 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border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: 0px; left: 0px; position: absolute; top: 0px; width: 590px;" vspace="0" width="590"></iframe></div></ins></div><div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">To see one of our previous visits click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="http://www.littlehiccups.net/2019/11/glow-at-gardens.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="background-color: white; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdnaFoz8ych_7Ne3d8WLKEN5aRuPBd2X7cR8ewnsM0qy3L670ceBUWB71DoeTtNRO54OkHV5H0U46u-qBGdR0BkKegm54oVsMZQph85is2R3hWaiifqRnSa_PRT_fKv__YIHl7REplu-kIPwzLxi8ip4hNO7L0FzLqwSvttRTJH1uFcz9dpVSrMb263TU/w480-h640/PA248159.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b><u>Denver Botanic Gardens: Glow Before Dark</u></b></div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Interested in checking out the spooky vignettes, pumpkins and decorations at Denver Botanic Gardens but unable to make it in the evening? No problem! During the day, visitors to Denver Botanic Gardens can enjoy the exhibits of Glow at the Gardens minus the glow. The exhibits might not be quite as spooky in the daylight, but they're still fun to see.</div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Glow Before Dark runs from October 14th through 22nd during general admission hours. The carved pumpkins will not be on display until October 18th to ensure that they stay fresh throughout Glow at the Gardens.</div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Denver Botanic Gardens is located at 1007 York Street, Denver. </div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">For more information and to book tickets click <b><u><a href="https://www.botanicgardens.org/events/special-events/glow-before-dark" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div data-skm-boomerang-el-0="processed" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Chatfield Farms Corn Maze<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></u></b><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;">For a fun day time event, make sure to check out Chatfield Farms Corn Maze. Chatfield Farms is part of the Denver Botanic Gardens and is located in nearby Littleton. Every Fall the farm is home to a 7 acre corn maze that delights visitors. It's family friendly and not spooky at all. Visitors under the age of 10 can also explore the mini corn maze. Barrel train rides are included with every child ticket purchased and, for an additional cost, there is an escape room located on site. Unlike Glow at the Gardens, visitors are asked not to attend in costume.</div><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Chatfield Gardens Corn Maze is open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from September 15th through October 29th from 9am to 5pm. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Chatfield Farms is located at 8500 W Deer Creek Canyon Rd, Littleton.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Tickets start at $16.00 for adults, $12.00 for children (ages 3 - 15), and children ages 2 and under are admitted free of charge. <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Tickets must be booked in advance on line. For more information and to purchase tickets click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.botanicgardens.org/events/special-events/corn-maze" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Chatfield Farms Pumpkin Festival</u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">As mentioned above, the Chatfield Farms Pumpkin Festival runs October 6th through 8th. This event includes a 10 acre pumpkin patch (with pumpkin babysitting available so you can enjoy the rest of the event without lugging around heavy pumpkins), carnival games, hay rides, photo booths, access to the mini corn maze for children 10 and under, family friendly entertainment, lots of yummy food options, face painting, and an antique tractor display. Access to the adjoining corn maze requires an extra ticket.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Chatfield Farms Pumpkin Festival runs October 6th through 8th from 9am to 4pm. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Chatfield Farms is located at 8500 W Deer Creek Canyon Rd, Littleton.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Tickets start at $16.00 for adults, $12.00 for children (ages 3 - 15), and children ages 2 and under are admitted free of charge. <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Timed and dated entry tickets must be purchased in advance online. For more information and to purchase tickets click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.botanicgardens.org/events/special-events/pumpkin-festival" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Anderson Farms Fall Festival</u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Located just outside of Erie, north of Denver, Anderson Farms is a favorite Fall destination with Colorado families. You'll find a huge range of Fall and Halloween activities here including a 25 acre corn maze, a 30 acre pumpkin patch with tractor pulled wagon rides, pumpkin canons, a petting zoo, barrel train rides, fun playgrounds, fire pits and plenty of food options. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">In the evenings things get a little spookier with the popular Terror in the Corn haunted house and corn maze. This mile long attraction features both a haunted house and a haunted corn maze. An enclosed truck takes visitors to the attraction with a few spooky encounters along the way. The haunted house is probably the scariest I've been to with lots of jump scares and gory scenes. It's not recommended for children under 10, but this is up to parents' discretion. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Anderson Farm Fall Festival is open Wednesdays through Mondays (closed Tuesdays) from September 20th through October 30th. Hours vary depending on the day. Terror in the Corn is open Thursday through Sunday evenings.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Anderson Farm is located at 6728 County Rd E 3 1/4, Erie.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Tickets for Anderson Farm Fall Festival start at $17.00 for weekdays (Monday - Thursday) and $28.00 for weekends (Friday - Sunday). Children ages 3 and under are admitted free of charge. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Tickets for Terror in the Corn start at $39.00 and include entry to the Fall Festival.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Tickets can be purchased at the event, however they do often sell out so it's best to book in advance online. For more information and to purchase tickets click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://andersonfarms.com/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">You can see our visit to Anderson Farm Fall Festival <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="http://www.littlehiccups.net/2019/10/fall-fun-at-anderson-farms.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrHJy2DsqxTWMhycShf4KV3dOlbOFmipQgxlr11IrVX1cN5bEAU2X_BNvEoXaNilln-guW5aewvTDyfE2CgvrArOe5HPv7KNT3B9-2NzF9319IvIy9TYCWZiSTyenO57N_DFQhCy5wR9w8gJAvjIIEW_AimH0X7LLp_NTgp7-hqAKPKnDIDYMmppoyujU/s4608/P9267171.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrHJy2DsqxTWMhycShf4KV3dOlbOFmipQgxlr11IrVX1cN5bEAU2X_BNvEoXaNilln-guW5aewvTDyfE2CgvrArOe5HPv7KNT3B9-2NzF9319IvIy9TYCWZiSTyenO57N_DFQhCy5wR9w8gJAvjIIEW_AimH0X7LLp_NTgp7-hqAKPKnDIDYMmppoyujU/w640-h480/P9267171.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWdYYCdQpBc4Sezxwb888z7fABixYKthap89BEpJTtykMT-lTregdJNRmMt9QWTTIzZZfPNoCVY4tAdJnyqlju_HPnh1rydHe648ew19wgEiq8kDPBQ3Dt9wBmBWne3uFfLoHSSF7dTpW7CvSneY7WgLvap-G1PNSCEkk1yVe6e3bXN2NkKYa0F-R4tB4/s3650/P9267216.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2738" data-original-width="3650" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWdYYCdQpBc4Sezxwb888z7fABixYKthap89BEpJTtykMT-lTregdJNRmMt9QWTTIzZZfPNoCVY4tAdJnyqlju_HPnh1rydHe648ew19wgEiq8kDPBQ3Dt9wBmBWne3uFfLoHSSF7dTpW7CvSneY7WgLvap-G1PNSCEkk1yVe6e3bXN2NkKYa0F-R4tB4/w640-h480/P9267216.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2oNHDHzr29B4QeNXmkJp1geeq2W04g6ILY8Y1cljno1MyVd9oQZAP0BENm0tz-mvPGiJX7RI63n4Lxb759qz0Cyb2ebjNdsLDGib3qwRacfJneKwsExciFxNH8jgLx8K9Vz4W8G65-boq_ddaBChXW0SWkMyunttydOcq06JD79Fm2girjs1-_QkOPAA/s3881/P9267249.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3881" data-original-width="2911" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2oNHDHzr29B4QeNXmkJp1geeq2W04g6ILY8Y1cljno1MyVd9oQZAP0BENm0tz-mvPGiJX7RI63n4Lxb759qz0Cyb2ebjNdsLDGib3qwRacfJneKwsExciFxNH8jgLx8K9Vz4W8G65-boq_ddaBChXW0SWkMyunttydOcq06JD79Fm2girjs1-_QkOPAA/w480-h640/P9267249.jpg" width="480" /></a></div></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Four Mile Park Events</u></b></span></span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Visiting Four Mile Historic Park in Denver is like taking a step back in time to Denver's Old West part. The park is home to Denver's oldest standing structure (now the Four Mile House Museum), as well as replicas of historical buildings and a working farm with horses, goats, chicken and pigs. The park is home to many popular seasonal events including several for Halloween. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Pumpkin Harvest Festival will be held on October 14th and 15th from 9am to 6pm. This event includes live entertainment, a marketplace, face painting, prairie games, demonstrations of blacksmithing, tractor rides, and of course, a pumpkin patch. Add on activities including scarecrow making and axe throwing are also available. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Halloween Haunt will be held on October 28th from 4:30pm to 8:30pm. This event includes spooky live entertainment, creepy crafting, face painting, pumpkin decorating, house tours and more. Visitors are encouraged to come in costume. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Four MIle Park is located at </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Tickets for the Pumpkin Harvest Festival start at $22.00 for adults, $17.00 for children (ages 4 -17), and children ages 3 and under are admitted free of charge.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Tickets for Halloween Haunt start at $22.00 for ages 4 and up. Children aged 3 and under are admitted free of charge. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">For more information and to purchase tickets click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.fourmilepark.org/events/events-calendar/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Spooky Light Show</u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Looking for a Halloween exhibition that doesn't require leaving the comfort of your car? I've got just the thing for you! Spooky Light Show is a drive through light and music experience that the whole family will love. Similar to the annual Christmas in Color exhibition (which you can see <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CYFiXDlpzzY/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>) visitors drive through tunnels of twinkling lights while pumpkins, ghosts and other spooky (but friendly) lighted characters sing and dance along to favorite Halloween songs. Rug up in your favorite Halloween pajamas and sing along as you take in the lights. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Spooky Light Show is held at Water World and runs nightly from October 11th through October 30th from 7pm to 9pm. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Water World is located at 8801 N Pecos Street, Federal Heights. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Tickets are $30 per vehicle and must be purchased in advance online <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://wonderteam.ticketspice.com/spooky-light-show-federal-heights-2023" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">For more information click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.spookylightshow.com/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;">Magic of the Jack O'Lanterns</b><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></u><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Returning to Colorado this year is Magic of the Jack O'Lanterns at Hudson Gardens & Event Center in Littleton. This fun event features 5,000 hand carved pumpkins and pumpkin displays. You'll find a large array of jack o'lanterns from classics to elaborately carved pumpkins depicting beloved movie and tv characters, sports stars and celebrities. Multi pumpkin sculptures in the form of mythical creatures, movie characters and famous artworks are sure to delight. The gardens are lit up beautifully and music can be heard throughout. You'll find concession stands offering food, drinks and toys on site. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Magic of the Jack O'Lanterns runs from September 22nd through October 30th on select dates. Hours vary depending on the day. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Hudson Gardens is located at 6115 S Santa Fe Drive, Littleton.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Tickets start at $19.99 for adults, $14.99 for kids (ages 3 - 12), and children ages 2 and under are admitted free of charge. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">For more information and to book tickets click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://magicofthejackolanterns.com/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">To see our visit to Magic of the Jack O'Lanterns click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="http://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/10/magic-of-jack-olanterns.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; 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font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Denver's Union Station is always a fun place to celebrate holidays throughout the year, and Halloween is no different. Boonion Station Trick or Treat Parade is a family friendly trick or treating event held on October 25th at 4:30pm. Along with trick or treating throughout the station there will be a children's costume parade, live entertainment, face painting and balloon art. The Howl-a-ween Pet Parade will be held on October 28th from 12pm to 3pm.This dog friendly event is open to the public and will feature adorable pooches in their best Halloween costumes. </div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Union Station is located at 1700 Wewatta Street, Denver.</div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">For more information about Boonion Station Trick or Treat Parade click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.denverunionstation.com/events/boonion-station-trick-or-treat-parade/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">For more information about Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade click <b><u><a href="https://www.denverunionstation.com/events/howl-o-ween-pet-parade/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: center;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">7th Generation Farm Fall Festival</u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></u></b>7th Generation Farm is our local pumpkin patch. It's a much smaller farm that Anderson Farms and doesn't have all the bells and whistles, but it does have a good range of pumpkins and some fun activities for the kids. Plus it has lots of great photo opportunities. Here you'll find plenty of pumpkins, a corn maze a hay bale maze, a hay bale castle, pony rides, a petting zoo, food trucks, a market stand with locally grown fruits and vegetables, and more.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">7th Generation Farm Fall Festival is open Tuesdays through Sundays in October. Hours vary depending on the day.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">7th Generation Farm is located at 1536 Courtesy Road, Louisville</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Tickets are $12.00 per person ages 3 and up. Children 2 and under are admitted free of charge.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">For more information click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="http://www.7thgenerationfarm.com/pumpkin-patch" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">To see our visits to 7th Generation Farm click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="http://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/10/7th-generation-farm-pumpkin-patch.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b> and <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="http://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/10/pumpkin-patch-2020.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-CKIxy8YwxdXATfSGyGZQtoilkbbvAA6H5usmKeZHhYmpTQbFfqmp2N9s5hVM-SpJOBTXkLMPi4cBPH7TP4Kzhw49ZPnPdjKhdwdNbqBh7qytJc-m8jVewgyd9wolIYUaBYmRzywmT8r-fTIIkElEr7sbWnPO3hPppy1i5wy7FCOG70EgFjzOt_luq_M/s5184/PA214874.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-CKIxy8YwxdXATfSGyGZQtoilkbbvAA6H5usmKeZHhYmpTQbFfqmp2N9s5hVM-SpJOBTXkLMPi4cBPH7TP4Kzhw49ZPnPdjKhdwdNbqBh7qytJc-m8jVewgyd9wolIYUaBYmRzywmT8r-fTIIkElEr7sbWnPO3hPppy1i5wy7FCOG70EgFjzOt_luq_M/w640-h480/PA214874.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5017" data-original-width="3763" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCXoysrm2MAHMunzVRDZmeAigNKiefhAFtR6cmnkPzE5CfJZqQHjk-ittsgQT_v6zom2kvCMaHbjVB7pyJskMnBmNbc3RUIipnr21kZNmfAVf04y6l97rwreJXwrk5LmZgCV8CoTNyL2nTKkb9E4VEK2svzo3kAk2QHCCID4KdiYFMoZ9MIfOsmmhaEjk/w480-h640/PA247434.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Fright Fest at Elitch Gardens</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;">Elitch Gardens in Denver is a popular theme park year round, but in October things get a little spooky with the annual Fright Fest. During the day the scares are family friendly with trick or treating, a costume contest, Halloween bingo and a scream contest. In the evenings the scares get a little more, well... scary! Fright by Night sees gruesome characters haunting the park as well as haunted attractions including two haunted houses (Carnevil and Lock Up: No Escape), Séance, Terrortories and circus performances. Fright by Night is recommended for ages 12 and up. For both Family by Day and Fright by Night visitors are welcome to come in costume. Throughout October there will also be special events held in the park. </div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;">Elitch Gardens is open Saturdays and Sundays throughout October as well as select Friday evenings. Hours vary depending on the day.</div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;">Elitch Gardens is located at 2000 Elitch Circle, Denver.</div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both;">Tickets start at $49.99. Children ages 2 and under are admitted free of charge. Additional tickets are required for both haunted houses and Séance. Reservations are required for Séance. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div>For more information and to purchase tickets click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.elitchgardens.com/fright-fest/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Butterfly Pavilion Events</u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">The Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster is home to creepy crawlies all year round, but to celebrate the spooky season they have a special limited time exhibition called Spiders Around the World from October 1st to October 31st. This exhibition will feature 20 different spider species from around the world, including the appropriately named skeleton tarantula and Colombian pumpkin patch tarantula, as well as orb weaver spiders spinning their intricate webs in the Spider Dome. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">The Bug-A-Boo event will be held on October 21st, 22nd, 28th, and 29th. During these days visitors are encouraged to dress up in Halloween costumes and take part in trick or treating among the butterflies and insects that call the Butterfly Pavilion home.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Butterfly Pavilion is located at 6252 W 104th Avenue, Westminster. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Tickets to the Butterfly Pavilion start at $14.95 for adults, $9.95 for children (ages 2 -12), and children under 2 are admitted free of charge. Spiders Around the World and Bug-A-Boo are included with entry. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">For more information and to purchase tickets click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://butterflies.org/spiders-around-the-world/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg38r5olEFyP4V1pkMLr0hyphenhyphene8WC8zHxIv2M__5ebKd4F2jhqxFniYvRszOFnN5ORK8jM8TkCcphiOvDFMCOwUU7kQhM2NN950ia6iCWAEzHaofg1b9S2hUGg5lM8JnxripX3gFlWg0Hl0_FORJqF3F7KH4yr6JyHypcqwJZDDG54GSYg-zl2SXX-eu8tnA/s2792/IMG_7168.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2792" data-original-width="2096" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg38r5olEFyP4V1pkMLr0hyphenhyphene8WC8zHxIv2M__5ebKd4F2jhqxFniYvRszOFnN5ORK8jM8TkCcphiOvDFMCOwUU7kQhM2NN950ia6iCWAEzHaofg1b9S2hUGg5lM8JnxripX3gFlWg0Hl0_FORJqF3F7KH4yr6JyHypcqwJZDDG54GSYg-zl2SXX-eu8tnA/w480-h640/IMG_7168.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b><u>Spookadelia at Spectra Art Space</u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">You know I love a good immersive exhibition, so this is one I'm definitely excited to check out!</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Spookadelia: Doubt's Echo definitely fits the bill for a Halloween celebration with its psychedelic displays but it's not just for the spooky season. In fact, this fun and colorful immersive exhibition will be on display at least through the end of the year. So if you miss going in the lead up to Halloween (which is easy to do with so many other things happening this month) you can always go check it out after Halloween too. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Spookadelia is open Wednesdays through Mondays with openings on select Tuesdays in October. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Spectra Art Space is located at 1836 S Broadway, Denver. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Tickets for Spookadelia start at $20 for adults and $12 for children up to twelve.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">For more information and to purchase tickets click <b><u><a href="https://spectraartspace.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">13th Floor Haunted House</u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Lovers of all things spooky and gruesome should definitely check out 13th Floor Haunted House. This Denver favorite is back with all the thrills and chills this year. The large, and rather creepy haunted house features three different zones: The Deadlands, Repossessed and Fairytale Nightmare. They're all spooky in their own way with creepy characters appearing out of the dark, screams and terrifying sounds, vivid and quite realistic looking gory displays, lots of smoke and strobe lights, and an awful lot of darkness. On site you'll also find add on attractions including No Name's Clown Chaos (a curtain maze in complete darkness), The Graveyard Shift: A Zombie Shooting Range, and Class Axe Throwing. Visitors will also find Shriekeasy Bar and The Sacred Skull with spooky cocktails, as well as food trucks on site.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">13th Floor Haunted House is open from September 16th to November 5th. Days and hours vary so make sure to check online. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">13th Floor Haunted House is located at 3400 E 52nd Avenue, Denver.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Tickets vary in price depending on the day but start at $19.99.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">For more information and to purchase tickets click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.13thfloorhauntedhouse.com/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">You can see our visit to 13th Floor Haunted House <b><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CxrSIeDAXWe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSIU1ide6waPxdHJdbtIzE2QGVO1OVKmFYx1Yq3RI2Xg37XnMPvWX3wGhDWtIIHz3chOSg499PXa4ggSg1jpatZ6gFHdNPFndmnbIz_3cGlVDcFmGo9LL2Svqhrd9lPYerDNUevnjL29skZE6h_xAbEvMohFCR0Ev8xKGanjYY7QYgtPBfRDXZMk6-Lpk/s4032/IMG_3647.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSIU1ide6waPxdHJdbtIzE2QGVO1OVKmFYx1Yq3RI2Xg37XnMPvWX3wGhDWtIIHz3chOSg499PXa4ggSg1jpatZ6gFHdNPFndmnbIz_3cGlVDcFmGo9LL2Svqhrd9lPYerDNUevnjL29skZE6h_xAbEvMohFCR0Ev8xKGanjYY7QYgtPBfRDXZMk6-Lpk/w480-h640/IMG_3647.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQjhNZz1LWVJCBJ1a130Xkd1vGuYqRac5NF8ss96q9wm5XE0IEuOLqU9gyPILgawdhpa2NF5yaKq9oMAbsaJJl6xnLBNOng5uc8-GfPaFzeb0elxJMhDB4fMzwHQukO5vzxHxKJmjDjOobKk2kNaHbBsmzBKRQ0lUpXNjMx2wZf_KuhySvhQfrvLULh8E/s4032/IMG_3670.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQjhNZz1LWVJCBJ1a130Xkd1vGuYqRac5NF8ss96q9wm5XE0IEuOLqU9gyPILgawdhpa2NF5yaKq9oMAbsaJJl6xnLBNOng5uc8-GfPaFzeb0elxJMhDB4fMzwHQukO5vzxHxKJmjDjOobKk2kNaHbBsmzBKRQ0lUpXNjMx2wZf_KuhySvhQfrvLULh8E/w480-h640/IMG_3670.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;">Wild Fall at Denver Zoo</b></u></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 400;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></b></u></u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Celebrate Fall and the Halloween season with all your favorite animals at Denver Zoo! Throughout October visitors will find creature carved pumpkins, roaming costumed characters, festive food and drinks, special animal demos and creepy crawly meet and greets. All of this fall fun is included with regular entry.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">On select evening in October things get a little spooky with Trick or Treat Trail. This add on event will be held on October 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st and 27th, 28th and 31st. Visitors will find a trail that leads through the 84 acre zoo with 9 trick or treating stations along the way. There will also be animal demos with creepy crawlies, festive photo opportunities with characters and sets, a silent disco, and special spooky cocktails for the grown ups. Visitors are encourage to attend in costume.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Denver Zoo is open daily from 10am to 4pm. Trick or Treat Trail runs from 5:30pm to 8:30pm on the dates listed above. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Entry to Denver Zoo starts at $20.00 for ages 3 and up, and children ages 2 and under are admitted free of charge.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Tickets for Trick or Treat Trail are $20.00 per person. Ticket price includes a reusable trick or treat bag and 30 - 40 pieces of candy. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Tickets must be purchased online in advance. For more information and to purchase the tickets click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://denverzoo.org/events/wildfall/" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></b></u></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;">Fall Festival at Fritzler Farm Park</b></u></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></b></u></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Much like Anderson Farm, Fritzler Farm Park in LaSalle is home to a popular Fall Festival. This Fall Festival features a giant corn maze, a pumpkin house, pedal go carts, a barrel train, a corn pit, slide mountain, a U-Pick pumpkin patch, festive food and drinks, pumpkin canons, fun photo opportunities and so much more. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">On Friday and Saturday evenings Fritzler Farm Park ups the spooky ante with Scream Acres. This haunted event features spooky entertainment in a haunt experience like no other. </span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">The Fall Festival runs Fridays through Sundays from September 17th to October 28th. Hours vary depending on the day.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br /></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Fritzler Farm Park is located at 20861 County Road 33, La Salle.</span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Tickets for Fall Festival start at $26.95 per person. Tickets for Scream Acres are an additional $12.95.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">For more information and to purchase tickets click <b style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;"><a href="https://www.fritzlerfarmpark.com/fall-days" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b><u>Meow Wolf: Cosmic Howl</u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;">Meow Wolf's Convergence Station is one of my favorite places to visit in Denver. It's full of wonder and sure to amaze visitors at any time of year, but in the lead up to Halloween things get a little extra cosmic and weird! </span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;">Along with all of the exhibits that make Convergence Station feel like a trip to a new dimension visitors will find scavenger hunts, meet & treats with Meow Wolf characters, temporary tattoos, and so much more. Visitors are encouraged to come in costumes and there will be daily costume competitions. On various evenings there will also be spooky cocktails and events just for the grown ups.</span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;"> </span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;">Cosmic Howl runs daily from October 13th through October 31st. Hours vary depending on the day.</span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;">Meow Wolf Convergence Station is located at 1338 1st Street, Denver.</span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;">For more information and to book tickets click <b><u><a href="https://meowwolf.com/cosmic-howl" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;">You can see one of our previous visits to Meow Wolf Convergence Station <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/09/meow-wolf-convergence-station.html" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;"><b style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><u>Broadway Halloween Parade</u></b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">If you ask me, every holiday needs its own parade and Denver just happens to have one for Halloween with the annual Broadway Halloween Parade. This fun parade features floats, people in costumes and, like all good parade, candy for the kids watching! Spectators are encouraged to dress up in costumes.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;">Broadway Halloween Parade will be held on Saturday October 21st from 6pm to 8pm. </span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;">The parade will run down Broadway from 5th Avenue to Alameda Avenue.</span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span face="Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif" style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-size: 13.2px;">For more information click <b><u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/BroadwayHalloweenParade" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </span></span></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration-line: underline;"><br /></div><b style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-decoration-line: underline;">Horrid and Scr3am & Sugar Coffee Company</b></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Ok, this one isn't specifically a Halloween event, but definitely a must do during the spooky season - or any time of year if you like spooky stuff like we do. Horrid is Denver's horror shop and features all sorts of goodies with a focus on horror movies and witchcraft supplies. They also run spooky workshops and feature local artisans and artists. As if that wasn't enticing enough, you can also find Scr3am & Sugar Coffee Company onsite serving up wicked coffee and spooky treats.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Horrid is open Tuesdays through Sunday from 11am to 7pm.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Scr3am & Sugar Coffee Company is open Wednesdays through Sundays from 11am to 5pm. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Horrid is located at 1974 S Acoma Street, Denver.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">For more information about Scr3am & Sugar click <b><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scr3amnsugar/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">For more information about Horrid click <b><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/horridmag/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: left;">--</div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: left;">Did I include your spooky favorite? Let me know if I missed any must do events.</div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-43486268580429268532023-10-02T14:33:00.001-06:002023-10-02T14:33:52.199-06:00Halloween Style for Kids<div style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Do you dress your kids for the holidays?</div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u><br /></u></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm a sucker for a good themed t-shirt, sweater, pajamas or accessories, so today I'm sharing some of my favorites for kids. You'll find an assortment here of small businesses that I love to support as well as bigger chain stores, and many of these are items that we have in our closets.</div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To shop, simply click on the bold and underline link under each image. Some of these are affiliate links, which means that I will earn a little commission from your purchase, but it won't cost you a single cent more. Thanks for your support!</div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><p style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><u>Sweaters</u></b><br /></span><br /></p><p style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdjLecdk-EpPErtJpDKIX-ci7jUabZVjli89QzbkSnhE5XERvwtpdTB1zjdeSm60NpsZXMa4expx1s58UF0Y3OC23KSS5OmxFaePsMukyVg0FILCS0AGbUQrt1G0-8VYGWuZS0RjU9l1z54cTPSnFuz8Y-6PTsNMbmRmVsV_wm5YJDNsJfXAFdPiYOcVQ/s3300/sweaters23.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3300" data-original-width="2550" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdjLecdk-EpPErtJpDKIX-ci7jUabZVjli89QzbkSnhE5XERvwtpdTB1zjdeSm60NpsZXMa4expx1s58UF0Y3OC23KSS5OmxFaePsMukyVg0FILCS0AGbUQrt1G0-8VYGWuZS0RjU9l1z54cTPSnFuz8Y-6PTsNMbmRmVsV_wm5YJDNsJfXAFdPiYOcVQ/w494-h640/sweaters23.jpg" width="494" /></a></p><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><b>1. <a href="https://savageseeds.com/products/copy-of-dead-inside-hooded-fleece-sweatshirt?pr_prod_strat=copurchase&pr_rec_id=182667345&pr_rec_pid=6869905735715&pr_ref_pid=6868245119011&pr_seq=uniform" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Savage Seeds Dead Inside hoodie</a></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>2. <u><a href="https://littlestockingco.com/collections/girls-halloween-sweaters/products/girls-halloween-sweater-ghost" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Little Stocking Co Ghost sweater</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>3.</b> <b><u><a href="https://www.mochikids.com/products/scary-pumpkin-kids-sweatshirt?variant=40671504760931" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mochi Kids Scary Pumpkin sweatshirt<br /></a></u></b><b>4. <u><a href="https://www.minirodini.com/us/bat-winged-sweatshirt-black" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mini Rodini Batwing sweatshirt</a></u></b><b><u><a href="https://littlestockingco.com/collections/girls-halloween-sweaters/products/girls-halloween-sweater-ghost" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><br /></a></u></b><b>5. <u><a href="https://modernrascals.ca/collections/halloween/products/lion-queen-sweatshirt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Raspberry Republic Moonstruck sweatshirt<br /></a></u></b><b>6. <u><a href="https://whistleandflute.com/collections/shopall/products/glow-skull-sweatshirt-122806-00?_pos=3&_fid=0da04942b&_ss=c&variant=43980003541245" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Whistle & Flute Glow Skull sweatshirt<br /></a></u></b><b>7. <u><a href="https://www.mochikids.com/collections/tees/products/skulls-kids-sweatshirt-preorder" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mochi Kids Skulls sweatshirt<br /></a></u></b><b>8. <u><a href="https://rstyle.me/+RSfNO5h_Vq_QNJ7Y9W78vw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Little Sleepies Witches Brew sweatshirt</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><u><span style="font-size: x-large;">T-Shirts</span></u></b></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuaj3auB1qTeQJPMVW794dszYOnKXy2oXcZgnGWSqdNMah_QGxhBX8LyIHW3RO-hUbvOZJ4xUu24WnOWpuO4vqDAktxCFKC65m71RGvGZloVkyIHk2bL4K4dvv0gAPkfnnqROpzv7wmfjhPFubyuX2Ojl34bSL11fj5vovSkR7wDed1CU5UPtyd8pI0xg/s3300/tees.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3300" data-original-width="2550" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuaj3auB1qTeQJPMVW794dszYOnKXy2oXcZgnGWSqdNMah_QGxhBX8LyIHW3RO-hUbvOZJ4xUu24WnOWpuO4vqDAktxCFKC65m71RGvGZloVkyIHk2bL4K4dvv0gAPkfnnqROpzv7wmfjhPFubyuX2Ojl34bSL11fj5vovSkR7wDed1CU5UPtyd8pI0xg/w494-h640/tees.jpg" width="494" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>1. <a href="https://savageseeds.com/collections/kids-tees/products/copy-of-moon-child-kids" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Savage Seeds Come Play tee</a></u></b> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>2. <u><a href="https://rstyle.me/+JcvyDXoAO8PVyzriA0BAiQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hanna Andersson Gleeful Ghost long sleeve tee</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>3. <u><a href="https://modernrascals.ca/collections/halloween/products/moonstruck-short-sleeve-shirt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Raspberry Republic Moonstruck tee</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>4. <u><a href="https://www.mochikids.com/collections/tees/products/kawaii-ghost-baby-kids-tee-preorder" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mochi Kids Kawaii Ghost tee</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>5. <u><a href="https://rags.com/collections/halloween/products/pre-order-i-am-a-ghost-tee?variant=46225666146624" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rags I am a Ghost tee</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>6. <u><a href="https://rstyle.me/+JcvyDXoAO8PVyzriA0BAiQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hanna Andersson Sturdy Skeleton long sleeve tee</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>7. <u><a href="https://rstyle.me/+1xQxxzx1LTjEk3gByGWUMA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Old Navy Hello Kitty Halloween tee</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>8. <u><a href="https://savageseeds.com/collections/kids-tees/products/copy-of-keeping-rollin-kids" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Savage Seeds Boo tee</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>9. <u><a href="https://whistleandflute.com/collections/shopall/products/pumpkin-colour-longsleeve-t-shirt-122614-02?_pos=1&_fid=0da04942b&_ss=c" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Whistle & Flute Pumpkin long sleeve tee</a></u></b></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><b><u><span style="font-size: x-large;">Accessories</span></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><b>7. <u>Little Stocking Co Halloween midi socks</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>8. <u><a href="https://rstyle.me/+TobGC59arxPPXk_bMcKHwg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pottery Barn Pumpkin pillowcase bag</a></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>9. <u>Bat hair clips</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>10. <u><a href="https://rstyle.me/+OTohvk-0upQRr9OZ5JuhbA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pottery Barn Felted Wool Black Cat bag</a></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>11. <a href="https://www.claires.com/us/skeleton-hands-glow-in-the-dark-hair-clips---2-pack-220428.html?cgid=3337" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Skeleton Hand hair clips</a></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>12. Little Stocking Co Trick or Treat knee high socks</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>13. <u><a href="https://gunnerandlux.com/collections/halloween-shop/products/halloween-2-pack-bat-ghost" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gunner & Lux Ghost & Bat necklace 2 pack</a></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><b><div style="text-align: center;"><b><u><span style="font-size: x-large;">Pajamas</span></u></b></div></b><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXYNDw3OFcrvzphYHSmgbMBVVDcpzvcwtHdAqDYS7FSxFWhKx0W8nr_VeBt9XlSnEBRapEs0F008dNmypczWXgy7rE0M211m3POe7ykVorNHEIRwk5zqIL4ttYxdHNRlB_htgAGwdGloPpQlGvYGerJGQ1Jfy2CRJaXYI4mWbpnifvqETL5_aDgQXBSkA/s3300/pjs.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3300" data-original-width="2550" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXYNDw3OFcrvzphYHSmgbMBVVDcpzvcwtHdAqDYS7FSxFWhKx0W8nr_VeBt9XlSnEBRapEs0F008dNmypczWXgy7rE0M211m3POe7ykVorNHEIRwk5zqIL4ttYxdHNRlB_htgAGwdGloPpQlGvYGerJGQ1Jfy2CRJaXYI4mWbpnifvqETL5_aDgQXBSkA/w494-h640/pjs.jpg" width="494" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>1. <a href="https://rstyle.me/+EJKsEB-IDJzsS5a-TUouzA" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">Hanna Andersson Spooky Smiles pajamas<br /></a>2. <a href="https://rstyle.me/+EJKsEB-IDJzsS5a-TUouzA" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">Hanna Andersson Halloween Night pajamas</a></b><br /><div><b>3. <u><a href="https://rstyle.me/+w8s3uCmRnvrmaj-4TKVTRg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Old Navy Skeleton pajamas</a></u></b></div><div><b>4. <u><a href="https://rstyle.me/+QwDHpPFmENsxJlR2KEBshA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mini Boden Glow in the Dark pajamas</a></u></b></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>5. <a href="https://rstyle.me/+EJKsEB-IDJzsS5a-TUouzA" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">Hanna Andersson Halloween Dogs pajamas</a></b><br /><b>6. </b><b><u><a href="https://rstyle.me/+76dATh18ifgfyyEuDifT9g" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hanna Andersson Peanuts baby sleeper</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>7. <a href="https://rstyle.me/+d0zj0GSQitTatJHor5yumQ" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">Hanna Andersson Mischievous Mummy pajamas</a></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>8. </b><b><u><a href="https://rstyle.me/+2kRCuitzdq_dljzNnstwJA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Little Sleepies Witches Brew baby sleeper</a></u></b></div><div><b>9. <a href="https://rstyle.me/+fU6q2ANOk-4FBUssxXyAcg" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">Little Sleepies Hey Boo pajamas</a></b></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-84187937126382430902023-09-30T15:37:00.001-06:002023-09-30T15:37:53.653-06:0030+ Must Do Fall Activities<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It may not feel like it in much of the country, but Fall is officially here!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you're anything like me, then Fall just might be your favorite season of all. For me, Fall has the best weather (once it actually starts cooling down, that is), the best festivals and events, and it has Halloween, which just happens to be my favorite holiday. Plus there are lots of yummy seasonal foods, fruit picking, pretty leaves, the best decorations, and lots of opportunities for crafting.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">No matter where you live, there are so many fun "must do" activities in the Fall, so today I'm sharing my top things to do during Fall. 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Even if you plan to buy your pumpkins from a local supermarket, visiting a pumpkin patch is a must. Some are pretty basic with just the pumpkins themselves, while others are a full day of activities with corn or hay bale mazes, petting zoos, tractor rides, seasonal foods, bounce houses, corn kernel pits and so much more. We've even been to a few with haunted houses and pumpkin canons! </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW3qbM9ikz8G8v3Z44bqktU0zBsEI4lZLM4trmNJuj5_IbV4jKOK7BAE4HgHGwrwSEAUKzF_e9g--K-wMawu3_fsimsflRyynqhl1ufaQfXpEDPu2JP59utAOFZd49Q087dapF_arFb7pnVea8OivH684pZWWV0l3b_z2lFL1lpBdL1ZRyMtWeZayZyxU/s3628/P9267215.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2721" data-original-width="3628" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW3qbM9ikz8G8v3Z44bqktU0zBsEI4lZLM4trmNJuj5_IbV4jKOK7BAE4HgHGwrwSEAUKzF_e9g--K-wMawu3_fsimsflRyynqhl1ufaQfXpEDPu2JP59utAOFZd49Q087dapF_arFb7pnVea8OivH684pZWWV0l3b_z2lFL1lpBdL1ZRyMtWeZayZyxU/w640-h480/P9267215.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Get lost in a corn maze or hay bale maze</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Who doesn't love a good corn maze? Or a hay bale maze for that matter. A staple of pumpkin patches across the country, corn and hay bale mazes are a must do for Fall. My kids love getting lost in them and there's always a sense of achievement when you finally make your way to the exit. Some of the big mazes feature a special design to be viewed from above, so if you visit one of these make sure to climb the viewing tower (often found in the center) to take it all in.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpKS-Y1TzFIwOx41U09rj538mN9CuXVNXmpjrH7Egvae1BwhRoi-3mY9Cms3NuK8o20bc52HgQ6fPY9jh-2j8LNA9qIo-Jua4qIjs6oolMafnew9e2rztT8B14tfsnKwh5XsUSunw1Ya9fEgF1NX5p0GBLXc9YiPjuJHvERhNKnf5w8F5BIfPKBqYe4QM/s2048/P1550145.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1535" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpKS-Y1TzFIwOx41U09rj538mN9CuXVNXmpjrH7Egvae1BwhRoi-3mY9Cms3NuK8o20bc52HgQ6fPY9jh-2j8LNA9qIo-Jua4qIjs6oolMafnew9e2rztT8B14tfsnKwh5XsUSunw1Ya9fEgF1NX5p0GBLXc9YiPjuJHvERhNKnf5w8F5BIfPKBqYe4QM/w640-h480/P1550145.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Go for a hay ride</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">There's something about boarding a trailer and taking a ride behind a tractor around a farm that just feels so much like Fall. Whether it takes you around a farm, through a pumpkin patch or even out to a corn maze, hay rides are always a must do in the Fall.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI7AheGNG-l8DhwJ_D98wSUYx3rkkNQRjjN4F0EAquGS3jlqNspVbF1kRhEVFUFJqzKmFAdpTCg4rxkIVimuz6CFIRKgxXH4eu1oLolswxcLgld6CghtgJaoWhUT9VTmpqj1i94JY6Y-EZiwsAgBQNcsAZqB48keyYpQSemAMwvdfEpEkRv7YEq8z6nts/s4497/P9267225.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3373" data-original-width="4497" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI7AheGNG-l8DhwJ_D98wSUYx3rkkNQRjjN4F0EAquGS3jlqNspVbF1kRhEVFUFJqzKmFAdpTCg4rxkIVimuz6CFIRKgxXH4eu1oLolswxcLgld6CghtgJaoWhUT9VTmpqj1i94JY6Y-EZiwsAgBQNcsAZqB48keyYpQSemAMwvdfEpEkRv7YEq8z6nts/w640-h480/P9267225.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Bury yourself in corn kernels</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Have you ever been in a corn pit? Is that even what they're called? I have no idea what they're actually called, but they're so much fun! My kids love to bury themselves (or each other) in the corn kernels, throw the kernels in the air, or just run their hands through them. They're so smooth. If your local pumpkin patch has a corn pit, jump in it now! Just be prepared to find corn everywhere afterwards. Think of it as the Fall version of going to the beach and finding sand in all your clothes! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMGofyzaVf_Dja8pTu-jBj71TbfAA6UBnXq_lBbnV-YZ5fbAfgqA9eaxiK5mQV2R96wgi_xu-McjAUX2o5sgKHxLuyFl6Xn0bK_UQn7FvRzyGh5po6zg-3jJ_YWLVES8UCWVCXKTIbVWlpcyWSBZQDjvlZxSzJe52DHwltvW28xgIgwjZBbATD-AvTz68/s5184/PA215014.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMGofyzaVf_Dja8pTu-jBj71TbfAA6UBnXq_lBbnV-YZ5fbAfgqA9eaxiK5mQV2R96wgi_xu-McjAUX2o5sgKHxLuyFl6Xn0bK_UQn7FvRzyGh5po6zg-3jJ_YWLVES8UCWVCXKTIbVWlpcyWSBZQDjvlZxSzJe52DHwltvW28xgIgwjZBbATD-AvTz68/w480-h640/PA215014.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><u style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Carve jack-o'lanterns</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Ok, you've got your pumpkins from the pumpkin patch (or the supermarket), now it's time to carve them. What could be a more iconic Fall activity than carving jack-o'lanterns for Halloween? We usually save this activity for a few days before Halloween so our jack-o'lanterns look their best for the big day. When we lived in Berkeley we'd always meet up with friends to carve our pumpkins in the park together on Halloween Eve and it was such a fun activity to do together.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQXXrb--_DjnEXRdw8y_AKzAtsITw2BYR6i-d4j2yARhYWxZIvSS4ZS1BvQ_e0dXhjkSlCtuJXlLipa16gWUjaa7rtTf-eXzdglxT9Hskq1kU5r6yGkNJadrzocdud_gctEuZ5nykGLJ_n9H0JDgfuVU-BV3MpauDPMMWAFGo_xtoTqfBaPutBYe_p0j8/s2048/P1550626.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1538" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQXXrb--_DjnEXRdw8y_AKzAtsITw2BYR6i-d4j2yARhYWxZIvSS4ZS1BvQ_e0dXhjkSlCtuJXlLipa16gWUjaa7rtTf-eXzdglxT9Hskq1kU5r6yGkNJadrzocdud_gctEuZ5nykGLJ_n9H0JDgfuVU-BV3MpauDPMMWAFGo_xtoTqfBaPutBYe_p0j8/w640-h480/P1550626.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Roast pumpkin seeds</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">If you've ever carved a pumpkin, you'll know that they're packed full of seeds. Seeds and stringy pumpkin guts! The stringy parts are no good and go straight into our compost, but the seeds are delicious when roasted so I always make sure to keep those. Roasting pumpkin seeds is really easy and they make the perfect Fall snack. Once you've cleaned all the pumpkin guts off the seeds soak them in salted water overnight. Dry the seeds, lay them on a lined baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and/or your favorite seasonings, and roast at 350F for about 12 - 15 minutes. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Climb hay bales<br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You know it's Fall when hay bales start appearing everywhere! Every pumpkin patch we've ever visited has had hay bales piled up for climbing, and they've always been a hit with the kids. Even the most simple pile of hay bales is sure to catch their attention and must be climbed and jumped on - or off of!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSf_62gnqr8dakm0PG6jbdP_jnDWXYR2MNOjk1sqU5FMgIZmRnMRs_oKDLUHtGV_97b8PF6l6Ox1Z68LxXT5BcH3kLIdf_KUYsyVw3HEQMGNChP56GbDBjti6AZW04-XA2QiW881KbYPQakUi66KE79C4T4GBE4gBiu0pl6iYPt_Js4oC61S_UPPUcNrc/s5184/PA214942.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSf_62gnqr8dakm0PG6jbdP_jnDWXYR2MNOjk1sqU5FMgIZmRnMRs_oKDLUHtGV_97b8PF6l6Ox1Z68LxXT5BcH3kLIdf_KUYsyVw3HEQMGNChP56GbDBjti6AZW04-XA2QiW881KbYPQakUi66KE79C4T4GBE4gBiu0pl6iYPt_Js4oC61S_UPPUcNrc/w640-h480/PA214942.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Get spooked at a Haunted house</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For those of us who delight in the spookier side of the season, visiting a haunted house is a must do. In fact, we visit a haunted house to kick off the season this past weekend. You can see it over on Instagram <b><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CxrSIeDAXWe/" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. With scare actors in creepy costumes, animatronics, jump scares, flashing lights, scary sounds and LOTS of darkness, haunted houses are full of fun for those that love a good scare.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqJyPq07Cq0oGMV6trXG9tOTx1a03pyEJae56aqar9Bmlf6mko6-jXSpEfjLfuy6e9m3sTFeGfmu0zHDpikDLZNlpXguQTW2BoAlctK-0e7-Hz3nscx0obx3YvAhyphenhyphenYNdUtrTwxwnixaeyVCJlIEvxcmtztlmX3FsXKdYBBC0liXDq8YsSf3X3faMKzrO4/s3790/IMG_6814.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3790" data-original-width="2842" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqJyPq07Cq0oGMV6trXG9tOTx1a03pyEJae56aqar9Bmlf6mko6-jXSpEfjLfuy6e9m3sTFeGfmu0zHDpikDLZNlpXguQTW2BoAlctK-0e7-Hz3nscx0obx3YvAhyphenhyphenYNdUtrTwxwnixaeyVCJlIEvxcmtztlmX3FsXKdYBBC0liXDq8YsSf3X3faMKzrO4/w480-h640/IMG_6814.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><b><u>Go Apple picking<br /></u></b><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Apple picking is a Fall favorite, for sure. Who doesn't love dressing in their snuggliest Fall clothes and visiting a local orchard to pick more apples than you could possibly eat? Ok, so we've always lived in places that are far too warm for the Fall attire during apple picking season, but it's a fun activity none the less. Produce always tastes so much better when you pick it yourself!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuPNed9t1y0oa1BSnzY392P7mUF7aW1XXOrqVNw5k6EewRknf4LHXrZDg-oOXLsnEnNb3tlyhlNSVzGokv9X_D9KjONr60mnQpzPlVG95wCPMFpgakt1qHtvPtzIgZ-Z57SwYWcE297jpp1UaeoY3J_EOIxn6h1cgeMZJ_rLmdFfjO06JN34IofLmMQyo/s4093/PA076729.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3070" data-original-width="4093" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuPNed9t1y0oa1BSnzY392P7mUF7aW1XXOrqVNw5k6EewRknf4LHXrZDg-oOXLsnEnNb3tlyhlNSVzGokv9X_D9KjONr60mnQpzPlVG95wCPMFpgakt1qHtvPtzIgZ-Z57SwYWcE297jpp1UaeoY3J_EOIxn6h1cgeMZJ_rLmdFfjO06JN34IofLmMQyo/w640-h480/PA076729.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div><b><u>Bake a fruit pie</u></b></div><div><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div>Ok, so you've been apple picking and now have more apples than you know what to do with. Time to bake a pie! My kids eat a lot of apples, so we do tend to go through a lot of those that we pick, but no matter how many they eat we always seem to still have too many. Baking them into a pie is my favorite way to use them up. Plus, there's nothing better than a warm slice of pie with ice cream for dessert on a cool evening.</div><div><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div><b><u>Take in the all the color of the Fall foliage</u></b></div><div><br /></div><div>They call it "leaf peeping" here in Colorado, and LOTS of people get into their cars and head up to the mountains to see the peak of the seasons colors on weekends, but if you ask me, checking out the fall color in your local neighborhood is just as good. You may not get the full experience that driving into the countryside brings, but you also avoid the traffic! It's always such a lovely surprise to turn a corner and see yellow, orange or red leaves on a tree. I'm always collecting colorful leaves to bring home and make crafts with. Of course, a trip to the countryside to see the Fall color is definitely worth it too.</div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHdrHRx7LGqfmEJbLnPlWEWpogkqCNb82MZaPGSiHPIYoGvgWVEzcUZg9TIAjdnc-dqRJvsYEzIII-aqeZUdFcXeXmtYIN3IPdGD-s_tlv5d1Gu1XJCiEnbVFIULr4K1OWMXOgpcB5srFqtVoR9W_HwcsaeO2rtd4PX4_cIAe5obOCK7oJcTYFJ2Gsz5M/s4592/P1260075.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3448" data-original-width="4592" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHdrHRx7LGqfmEJbLnPlWEWpogkqCNb82MZaPGSiHPIYoGvgWVEzcUZg9TIAjdnc-dqRJvsYEzIII-aqeZUdFcXeXmtYIN3IPdGD-s_tlv5d1Gu1XJCiEnbVFIULr4K1OWMXOgpcB5srFqtVoR9W_HwcsaeO2rtd4PX4_cIAe5obOCK7oJcTYFJ2Gsz5M/w640-h480/P1260075.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Play in piles of fallen leaves<br /></u></b><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">All those colorful leaves are beautiful when they're still on the tree, but once they fall off they make quite the mess. That said, what can seem a nuisance for adults can be a wonderland for kids. So grab your rake or leaf blower, scoop all those crunchy leaves into a big pile and let the fun begin! My kids love a good leaf pile for jumping in, burying each other and for leaf fights. It's a great way to get the kids cleaning up leaves too as the sooner they pile them up the sooner they can get playing! </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj4hQJtqK_3LT1Nc0z1XiJlHSbM08S3Oq55EgYPBCL7VMIvGBfdoNM052Hydp_xyFQkO73PFMsMqvi6JssU02jJfJ8IZ2nRe_b9PKo3hyM6TARqBr3eaPNT0XmL5d2KLUee9QOSy3qU98ZMLO8fiueD3JxTiq3gm8jl0wGgZiWxlJQD619ucxNeszYQow/s4608/PB098482.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj4hQJtqK_3LT1Nc0z1XiJlHSbM08S3Oq55EgYPBCL7VMIvGBfdoNM052Hydp_xyFQkO73PFMsMqvi6JssU02jJfJ8IZ2nRe_b9PKo3hyM6TARqBr3eaPNT0XmL5d2KLUee9QOSy3qU98ZMLO8fiueD3JxTiq3gm8jl0wGgZiWxlJQD619ucxNeszYQow/w640-h480/PB098482.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Create Fall crafts</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">If you're anything like me or my kids, Fall comes with a collection a colorful leaves that you can't help but collect when out and about. To be honest, most of those leaves end up in the compost bin after a few days, but the very best ones get pressed between the pages of heavy recipe books for future crafting. There are so many cute crafts that you can make with dried leaves. I like to use them in wreaths, <b><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2012/11/autumn-leaf-garland.html" style="text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">garlands</a> </b>and as tails for <a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2012/11/autumn-leaf-turkeys.html" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">paper turkeys</a>. You can even use Fall leaves as a template for <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2014/12/clay-leaf-ornaments.html" target="_blank">clay leaves</a></u></b>. For DIYs click those bold and underlined links. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUo49qcQuqFAobgpOctsA-6rKAq5x7oYgHdoMIEH9ddI_sk_WvQhSk7VLlu2YyblSDUzJRcaOolTIhuYv5wi6dtb2kYKoQbPPlkbC9S6kVTcrN82i3xrAsZPg9JMuUuCLFnqUo3gY1n5VQi9DWkRy0hmNF_R_wsU2tLmCxRAQSFwUBrkdYBURbKYgmB1A/s2048/P1580462.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1539" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUo49qcQuqFAobgpOctsA-6rKAq5x7oYgHdoMIEH9ddI_sk_WvQhSk7VLlu2YyblSDUzJRcaOolTIhuYv5wi6dtb2kYKoQbPPlkbC9S6kVTcrN82i3xrAsZPg9JMuUuCLFnqUo3gY1n5VQi9DWkRy0hmNF_R_wsU2tLmCxRAQSFwUBrkdYBURbKYgmB1A/w640-h480/P1580462.JPG" width="640" /></a></div></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Check out neighborhood Halloween decorations</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">One of my favorite things about Halloween (and also Christmas) is seeing the houses in our neighborhood decorated for the holiday. There's always so much variety and I love seeing how creative people get. Skeletons, gravestones, giant spiders and webs, witches, pumpkins and so much more can be found all over our neighborhood along with lots of spooky lights and giant inflatables. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqQul4AFvURYcSWGT5yradpShYMPLkFfN0ugdtHi4kTNN7CFRLjoqndfMBabOJO6k3YM-UttWhjcndB4IeArIzfbDBY3AuXDlRxraPuKTxaJoXHZGQGMfQcb6FSRj0rqM-TYGy35DYbBtoQyNR9fcXekPG5HHlcz9798YA7uPfQAvYB4silfB5QsxhlBY/s4608/PA319397.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqQul4AFvURYcSWGT5yradpShYMPLkFfN0ugdtHi4kTNN7CFRLjoqndfMBabOJO6k3YM-UttWhjcndB4IeArIzfbDBY3AuXDlRxraPuKTxaJoXHZGQGMfQcb6FSRj0rqM-TYGy35DYbBtoQyNR9fcXekPG5HHlcz9798YA7uPfQAvYB4silfB5QsxhlBY/w480-h640/PA319397.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div><b><u>Attend a Halloween lights event</u></b></div><div><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div>This time of year brings so many fun night time events for the whole family. One of my favorite things to do in the Fall is visiting Halloween light displays. Now, I already mentioned checking out neighborhood decorations above, but if you want to see lights and decorations on a whole new level check out your local Botanic Gardens, Zoo or city park for Halloween light events. There are so many to be found all around the country. My favorites here in Colorado are <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2019/11/glow-at-gardens.html" target="_blank">Glow at the Gardens</a></u></b> and <a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/10/magic-of-jack-olanterns.html" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Magic of the Jack-o'lanterns</a>, both of which feature amazing sculptures made of pumpkins, stunning light displays and the most intricate jack-o'lanterns you can imagine. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCmpgh1tmvu8Uda1uR7iPbQtloPofPHNN6fcwTDogLIS0soMQQ-S_z0T320wSFUW8rscxUtWlWjHBw43sy4ZhksVrRFVAaDGae7drUWZIZpPcf_lWgcw801E0BxJvZsM7Vwu66AyItKnE5aguHyOiTRtpCCFX9QhyphenhyphenEoZ6LsqgSEbj5tZZn51iGT3RBnBo/s4608/PA248160.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="font-weight: 700; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCmpgh1tmvu8Uda1uR7iPbQtloPofPHNN6fcwTDogLIS0soMQQ-S_z0T320wSFUW8rscxUtWlWjHBw43sy4ZhksVrRFVAaDGae7drUWZIZpPcf_lWgcw801E0BxJvZsM7Vwu66AyItKnE5aguHyOiTRtpCCFX9QhyphenhyphenEoZ6LsqgSEbj5tZZn51iGT3RBnBo/w640-h480/PA248160.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div><b><u>Drive through a Halloween lights display</u></b></div><div><b><u><br /></u></b>If you've got young kids, going out to evening Halloween events that coincide with bed time can sometimes be a little tricky. The same goes for when the weather is not so great - hello snowy Halloween of 2019! A great way to experience all the fun of a lighted Halloween display is to attend a drive through display! Everyone can rug up in their favorite spooky pajamas and enjoy the display from the comfort of the car. It's a great option for all ages. </div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Read a spooky book</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">We're big fans of all things spooky over here, so the kids' book collection features quite a few ghost stories. While we read many of these books year round, I made sure to put them all out in the lead up to Halloween. You can find all of my favorite spooky books for kids of all ages on the blog <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/10/my-favorite-halloween-books-for-kids.html" target="_blank">here</a></u></b> and in my Amazon storefront <b><u><a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-77a6d42f/list/OI01U6GSBQKL?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfinfluencer-77a6d42f_9H514NC2XNBM47AR00WJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFW5coDTAwSPK6bjGvHiCDZ9Xy5-631EXT97FHPDn7VqjqGn26_VxK1TssvvAU4fn_xzX-HX5w4TKEe5S73MRFGV3IzIuq5-Wx9HIK69kOIOSX9qgCEpSDFSFXcqKZ3lvb8Erkbmp1ojyaKrxgC76sSKNTEgdQ3tLm3bDd2GNpk14JTlI1-t61RgMP3Ek/s5184/PA106383.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFW5coDTAwSPK6bjGvHiCDZ9Xy5-631EXT97FHPDn7VqjqGn26_VxK1TssvvAU4fn_xzX-HX5w4TKEe5S73MRFGV3IzIuq5-Wx9HIK69kOIOSX9qgCEpSDFSFXcqKZ3lvb8Erkbmp1ojyaKrxgC76sSKNTEgdQ3tLm3bDd2GNpk14JTlI1-t61RgMP3Ek/w480-h640/PA106383.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Wear spooky pajamas<br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Hands up if you're a sucker for themed holiday pajamas. I've got my hand up! There are so many cute and spooky pajamas around at this time of year - for kids AND adults. You can never go wrong with the classic skeleton PJs (even better if they glow in the dark) or a fun mummy design. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzhWzJ8c3loiMVnJ_LWLxDHC7MErZHHOLZQEOVsdMnVCwRyFIna_HN8FiNHiQNAFINdue03UOnZkJImgIg_7vkPjGo2XmbKMjtHTaCzqCWIOAFNXcHqsHh4taBOZzOSilZROKxDGQYHlW9CquXcjYCf3OwiumcD7e7zY0Pk2oLDC3yvZ7UbK9dNqH4fsk/s4608/PB014081.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzhWzJ8c3loiMVnJ_LWLxDHC7MErZHHOLZQEOVsdMnVCwRyFIna_HN8FiNHiQNAFINdue03UOnZkJImgIg_7vkPjGo2XmbKMjtHTaCzqCWIOAFNXcHqsHh4taBOZzOSilZROKxDGQYHlW9CquXcjYCf3OwiumcD7e7zY0Pk2oLDC3yvZ7UbK9dNqH4fsk/w480-h640/PB014081.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Watch scary (or not so scary) movies</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Not all Fall activities require going out and about. What could be better on a cold Fall day or evening than snuggling up on the couch (in your favorite Halloween pajamas, of course) with a big bowl of popcorn to watch a scary movie? Or a not so scary movie, if you prefer. There are so many fabulous family friendly Halloween themed movies out there. Favorites in our house include Beetlejuice, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Corpse Bride, Coraline, Hocus Pocus, Ghostbusters, The Addams Family, Hotel Transylvania, and Wallace & Gromit: Curse of the Wererabbit. There are lots of great spooky tv shows that we love too including Wednesday, Over the Garden Wall, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Lemony Snickets, Stranger Things, Gravity Falls, and The Owl House. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Dance to spooky music</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Had enough of being a couch potato with all those Halloween movies and tv shows? Time to get up and boogie! There are so many great spooky themed songs out there that are perfect for a Halloween party or just dancing at home. Monster Mash, Timewarp, Thriller, Spooky Scary Skeletons, Ghostbusters, I put a Spell on You... You can find lots of great playlists on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music etc.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Create Halloween crafts</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">I know I've already mentioned Fall crafts above, but there are so many fun spooky crafts to make too! I personally love to decorate with Halloween candy, so making wreaths and garlands with marshmallow ghosts is one of my favorites. Candy corn is great for crafting too. Some might even say it's better for crafting than eating! You can find a few Halloween craft DIYs <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2016/10/halloween-candy-bunting.html" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>, <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/10/diy-studio-ghibli-soot-sprites.html" target="_blank">here</a></u></b> and <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2019/10/googly-eye-door-wreath-diy.html" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkGVA3hr_TNAE5mVMI1L2G6XUnxcMS6bzDAA3hroV6GnU0OMG9LDjn-xaJAwi0k10Pm7_nMZJKUBC8IyxRndU0x_KtOKXdPbUiWf7FRPwc3lDq9CHAR5BJUBKe2LHDHKZF58m1jZ_NltEMtd3wsk0apPOqTGI1Ax2nDGGD57lIaKXLQEHBGlcBYiSVHCM/s4608/PA251877.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkGVA3hr_TNAE5mVMI1L2G6XUnxcMS6bzDAA3hroV6GnU0OMG9LDjn-xaJAwi0k10Pm7_nMZJKUBC8IyxRndU0x_KtOKXdPbUiWf7FRPwc3lDq9CHAR5BJUBKe2LHDHKZF58m1jZ_NltEMtd3wsk0apPOqTGI1Ax2nDGGD57lIaKXLQEHBGlcBYiSVHCM/w640-h480/PA251877.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Decorate your house and yard for Halloween</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">One thing I really looked forward to when we moved from our old apartment into a house was being </div><div style="text-align: left;">able to decorate our yard for Halloween. We always decorated our apartment front door for the holidays but it was only seen by other residents on our floor. I love that our entire neighborhood can see our decorations now. I can never chose one theme to stick with so our decorations are fairly eclectic and maybe a little over the top, but the kids love seeing our front yard become a graveyard, seeing the pumpkins, jack-o'lanterns, skeletons and candles by our front door, and they can never get enough of our inflatable sandworm from Beetlejuice. I love that it gives me an opportunity to get creative too, like with the googly eye wreath that I made for our front door. You can find the DIY <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2019/10/googly-eye-door-wreath-diy.html" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJRDmFxPuaw2i1KonXtQJ2ukVMgq8u5X6cjB5fC7vMqq3QtbFFQvpRDaCPObzYunGXFn1ZY5PQ-LjBabmDlzMfEwaeDPa2dWGyu1sHlidJRbaGsFKTBlTX4dN6TgLWM-cvaIeSV456lSJj0py1FeOZN1YlBekG9OFVjuE4aQTQe1j0G9b2Msb1KcZlxXE/s4167/PA117677.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4167" data-original-width="3125" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJRDmFxPuaw2i1KonXtQJ2ukVMgq8u5X6cjB5fC7vMqq3QtbFFQvpRDaCPObzYunGXFn1ZY5PQ-LjBabmDlzMfEwaeDPa2dWGyu1sHlidJRbaGsFKTBlTX4dN6TgLWM-cvaIeSV456lSJj0py1FeOZN1YlBekG9OFVjuE4aQTQe1j0G9b2Msb1KcZlxXE/w480-h640/PA117677.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Enjoy all the pumpkin spice flavored treats of the season</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Now, I must admit, I'm not a fan of pumpkin spice. Don't come at me! I am a fan of pumpkin, but as an Aussie I see pumpkin as a savory food and I love to eat it roasted or in soup. Twelve years in the US and I still can't get my head around sweet pumpkin flavored foods. Of course, most of the pumpkin treats around at this time of year are actually "pumpkin spice" flavored, not really pumpkin flavored. Unlike me, my kids do like pumpkin spice so they're excited for all the (coffee free) pumpkin spice drinks that can be found in pretty much every cafe at the moment. <br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b style="text-decoration-line: underline;">Go chestnut picking</b><br />Apples and pumpkins aren't the only produce in season during Fall. While there are plenty of other fruits and veggies to pick at this time of year, my favorite is chestnuts. Partly because I love roasted chestnuts (they take me right back to living in Switzerland) and partly because they grow in such odd looking shells! Have you ever seen how chestnuts grow on trees? Check out that picture below. Let me just say, there's a reason for those heavy duty gloves! You can see our visit to a chestnut orchard in the Bay Area <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2018/11/chestnut-picking-at-skyline-chestnuts.html" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9uwa8HIn417n0vHDH0r67gSwH8zk-FlPv2WLTlBVHtXJvkyvji3ndl7Y1Yahq8aUQSkJR-14bu2m295oWrSonrax2kB_CKhfkvSiBg4EmkRzCETYq_nhntiHzETSSdmBgRO3gqcWkNOJu9oIR8uSHlpCfqr11yOvHwx_thc7K0UcXU2Hmvi1FcHHYNiQ/s4608/PA288356.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9uwa8HIn417n0vHDH0r67gSwH8zk-FlPv2WLTlBVHtXJvkyvji3ndl7Y1Yahq8aUQSkJR-14bu2m295oWrSonrax2kB_CKhfkvSiBg4EmkRzCETYq_nhntiHzETSSdmBgRO3gqcWkNOJu9oIR8uSHlpCfqr11yOvHwx_thc7K0UcXU2Hmvi1FcHHYNiQ/w640-h480/PA288356.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Attend a harvest festival</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Not all festivals at this time of year focus on Halloween and spooky things. There are also plenty of harvest festivals that celebrate the end of the harvest season. In California our favorite harvest festival was the Hoes Down in Yolo County. This weekend long festival included plenty of farm fun with crafts, petting zoos, entertainment, traditional games like bobbing for apples, hay bale mazes, tractor rides and so much more.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU1tLco2BnuRvqfjcu3ydeA0Y2_Or_LmBQfnBIJlNN2e6SLUvtcKm2CM6ZvpgiMk6m_OJv0cOshMcjowdfaOFroHBL8lXIO8P09JgJdBMoXASsmREcFY-OYOSMsCPNmM49cdCIgGEaEhjYmN6UszVxut2Zz-xWvfRTt0YsxBQLpYMGDa23ar_sQ4sE0Ug/s4481/PA016710.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3361" data-original-width="4481" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU1tLco2BnuRvqfjcu3ydeA0Y2_Or_LmBQfnBIJlNN2e6SLUvtcKm2CM6ZvpgiMk6m_OJv0cOshMcjowdfaOFroHBL8lXIO8P09JgJdBMoXASsmREcFY-OYOSMsCPNmM49cdCIgGEaEhjYmN6UszVxut2Zz-xWvfRTt0YsxBQLpYMGDa23ar_sQ4sE0Ug/w640-h480/PA016710.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Check out a local Halloween store</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The end of Summer break is always bittersweet. The long lazy days with no school have come to and end, but on the upside, the kids know that it's only a matter of time before the Spirit Halloween stores that pop up in abandoned retail locations will open. And open they are! Even though I usually make our costumes myself, I can't go past a visit to Spirit Halloween several times throughout the season. The kids love checking out the yard decoration displays and it's always fun to see all of the costumes and accessories.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Dress up in a family costume</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">We've only pulled this one off once as a whole family when we dressed up as characters from Gravity Falls, but we've also done almost the whole family in a themed costume in the past when the girls dressed as the Powerpuff Girls and I dressed as their enemies the Amoeba Boys. My kids are usually keen to come up with their own individual costume ideas, but there's something fun about a whole family costume. Have you done it before?</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlbeR_lKVwL31oYXXFmjtEVgobbSukyXeKD2Tp-RzypCRUX5DrQemqpJS3uTB_k6JVBQXJ4dlcM05oFjUDoIqS0AG83EAvBGD_VwyQL7sRcP7hOk2RiLB1r6xSduao10G-NyMBfcrGCylZkNP6U2RIdY4C1D6ae-6USbtERME__9YmZ0JZNuscGRl6wWs/s4945/PA315580.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3709" data-original-width="4945" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlbeR_lKVwL31oYXXFmjtEVgobbSukyXeKD2Tp-RzypCRUX5DrQemqpJS3uTB_k6JVBQXJ4dlcM05oFjUDoIqS0AG83EAvBGD_VwyQL7sRcP7hOk2RiLB1r6xSduao10G-NyMBfcrGCylZkNP6U2RIdY4C1D6ae-6USbtERME__9YmZ0JZNuscGRl6wWs/w640-h480/PA315580.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b><b><u>Trick or treat at local stores</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">While neighborhood trick or treating is saved for the big day, many retail areas offer trick or treating in store the weekend before Halloween. It's a great option for little kids who may struggle to stay awake for the regular night time trick or treating and it's also great for indecisive kids who have more than one costume they really want to wear. Wear one costume for the earlier trick or treating in stores and another on Halloween!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKegOxC-Tb2ula760NQzDNg3SSCo4QC0DGEKxOHtoV7lM8FpbIY8-_Be53g3NMO2IwdNAueLYvk5-Kd2dCG6jSMjKrqidb_Cv6XrE4kUktCJxYhXMnCAk4G76qKNOznc-R0VnAfUvj8qrY6f60ORRkk3KOtJ9IPw-U2a25vabxX_GNIXj2sDeHuIQxddY/s4608/PA313731.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKegOxC-Tb2ula760NQzDNg3SSCo4QC0DGEKxOHtoV7lM8FpbIY8-_Be53g3NMO2IwdNAueLYvk5-Kd2dCG6jSMjKrqidb_Cv6XrE4kUktCJxYhXMnCAk4G76qKNOznc-R0VnAfUvj8qrY6f60ORRkk3KOtJ9IPw-U2a25vabxX_GNIXj2sDeHuIQxddY/w640-h480/PA313731.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Attend a trunk or treat</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">We've actually never been to a trunk or treat before so it's totally new to me, but I know that they're popular in many suburban places so I'm including it in my list. Have you been to a trunk or treat? From what I can tell it's basically trick or treating in a parking lot with the cars decorated. Kind of like a mini version of trick or treating. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Go trick or treating</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">The main event of the season! All that spooky Fall fun leads up to the big day, and the best part of Halloween for most kids is the trick or treating. Ok, for plenty of us adults too! Growing up in Australia, Halloween is still a fairly new holiday for me, but it's definitely one that I've fully embraced and I can't get enough of it. I mean, I do have 30 odd years of Halloween celebrations to catch up on, right? </div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3Nx9dbSyXeOEnfjuEy4OtEBNbuqXCx_lx2pCcdiTePSS0kKF79xLgCORamSwwn16l5QfwRtaRncd2xEYGpoq1vCgkdJkiap-uL5Xz1AC4ECGcwgyD9qQkcReJzbzrS13ndN-juQYag-7Dedmp68WePt8DOaf5s0us2bmd5ppM7O3wtAL3xBwTlU9KJVo/s4376/PA319362.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4376" data-original-width="3282" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3Nx9dbSyXeOEnfjuEy4OtEBNbuqXCx_lx2pCcdiTePSS0kKF79xLgCORamSwwn16l5QfwRtaRncd2xEYGpoq1vCgkdJkiap-uL5Xz1AC4ECGcwgyD9qQkcReJzbzrS13ndN-juQYag-7Dedmp68WePt8DOaf5s0us2bmd5ppM7O3wtAL3xBwTlU9KJVo/w480-h640/PA319362.jpg" width="480" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><p style="clear: both;"><b><u>Celebrate Dia de los Muertos</u></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Halloween isn't the only holiday that occurs during Fall. Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, falls right after Halloween and is a wonderful Mexican celebration that honors those who have gone before us. When we lived in California the kids celebrated Dia de los Muertos at school each year by making classroom Ofrendas (altars) and calaveras (sugar skulls). We'd join a candle lit procession in the evening. If you can find a Day of the Dead celebration in your area I really recommend joining in. Sugar skulls are easy to make and fun to decorate. You can find the molds <b><u><a href="https://amzn.to/3LK7jJP" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. </div><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYUcukRIlfQv4sp3hO0hHh8AA9HFiSwWlThinAHfChA0VuGmc6fuZ2HmTh34trEgetPA_NQ2tRJDMuKaLWYe6SOSBsrOyqrHvIENW-_3cnM69KCFpPP0zbNF-Rv1vF33cwC80TprqWDNKv1-yXtbjfX3CiFcmBT52hv07Gzbms3AWU4hlo2b6vuP5rIn0/s4608/PA303575.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYUcukRIlfQv4sp3hO0hHh8AA9HFiSwWlThinAHfChA0VuGmc6fuZ2HmTh34trEgetPA_NQ2tRJDMuKaLWYe6SOSBsrOyqrHvIENW-_3cnM69KCFpPP0zbNF-Rv1vF33cwC80TprqWDNKv1-yXtbjfX3CiFcmBT52hv07Gzbms3AWU4hlo2b6vuP5rIn0/w640-h480/PA303575.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Visit spooky locations</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Are there any spooky locations where you live? Maybe a real life haunted house, a historic cemetery or a ghost town within an easy drive? There are so many historic places across the country that are either considered haunted or have a bit of a spooky history, and this is the perfect time of year to visit them. We've visited quite a few spooky places over the years, like the Witch House in Salem pictured below. You can see them all in a dedicated post <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/11/spooky-places-to-visit-in-usa.html" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_xcnT9aRsOP8FRqQ5Ja4PpXPUUHSPs_QXK02LfHjhxiMvF-TbcKC6jUPlC2Hr73tQ2zDLMaY-vLNP6dif715jwCbLISbiaXsAS0AlaDVzYsnk7c-2AzPHV0imkAZN1N5pifSv6KAZ2rkmNoEuQC0_QoBuPfBbnf2nJuz-TtKeOp9EbaIxVsoOip9oEM8/s4608/P8233758.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_xcnT9aRsOP8FRqQ5Ja4PpXPUUHSPs_QXK02LfHjhxiMvF-TbcKC6jUPlC2Hr73tQ2zDLMaY-vLNP6dif715jwCbLISbiaXsAS0AlaDVzYsnk7c-2AzPHV0imkAZN1N5pifSv6KAZ2rkmNoEuQC0_QoBuPfBbnf2nJuz-TtKeOp9EbaIxVsoOip9oEM8/w480-h640/P8233758.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u>Bake a pumpkin pie</u></b></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;">What's your favorite pie of the season? Is it apple? Maybe pumpkin? I'm an apple pie girl for sure, but as Thanksgiving approaches each year I'm happy to switch things up and go for pumpkin pie. Even if it's just for one day of the year. Pumpkin pies are super easy to make (especially if you cheat with a premade pie crust and canned pumpkin!) so this is one recipe that kids of all ages can definitely help with. </div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMsvV95mr1FB8g9EObmTnQDj_pY1IR3BCrV7NMl3ib7nkYHI_yzRnal_vt4Z9Lcvf-p5ITAYcvp0sgNCZrmk06xoz5iTWUhs_WWrNq5cFhX8-rWkTxQ2R12P_JpInS2w9pIoAjuq_iBiw-BVZjWh3r9g6GK1nEBqh1z__-Q_za8BKNyzynoVQ_mUtmqoc/s4608/PB240833.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMsvV95mr1FB8g9EObmTnQDj_pY1IR3BCrV7NMl3ib7nkYHI_yzRnal_vt4Z9Lcvf-p5ITAYcvp0sgNCZrmk06xoz5iTWUhs_WWrNq5cFhX8-rWkTxQ2R12P_JpInS2w9pIoAjuq_iBiw-BVZjWh3r9g6GK1nEBqh1z__-Q_za8BKNyzynoVQ_mUtmqoc/w640-h480/PB240833.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u>Celebrate Thanksgiving</u></b></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I must admit that Thanksgiving is a holiday that I have mixed feelings about. Much like Australia Day, there is a lot of whitewashing when it comes to the history behind the holiday, and I don't feel comfortable celebrating. But I do like the food that is associated with the holiday, so we still have the turkey dinner with pumpkin pie for dessert. Or, in the case of the kids, they have a "Snoopy dinner" as we like to call it. We watch the Peanuts Thanksgiving movie and then I serve the kids the same meal that Snoopy serves to the Peanuts gang: popcorn, toast, jelly beans and ice cream!</div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-h5gkmj2SlVKv3LoeuzKYlZSPAqWtI0ha85QxLurNrRNJvo4lj4_auJt2vq2gkGrLkxaF1SWv_91EU4a2iVDtbSNincQcfA6bmhgI-IxtBkvg-eVXnoi0l6BhxejvjJwgndIXYlDu1xGGRoiAYdsE9h6KmAeyX55Zpd-EUDxNI11ePGLldS70TpA4F3Y/s2048/P1570663_edited-1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1539" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-h5gkmj2SlVKv3LoeuzKYlZSPAqWtI0ha85QxLurNrRNJvo4lj4_auJt2vq2gkGrLkxaF1SWv_91EU4a2iVDtbSNincQcfA6bmhgI-IxtBkvg-eVXnoi0l6BhxejvjJwgndIXYlDu1xGGRoiAYdsE9h6KmAeyX55Zpd-EUDxNI11ePGLldS70TpA4F3Y/w640-h480/P1570663_edited-1.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div>Phew... that list ended up being much longer than I expected!</div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you'd like a printable copy of the bucket list below, click <b><u><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gxVOv9yD20DnTxLgHqloDQvgaXZxasjz/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here</a></u></b> to download a PDF copy.</div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM5cO2Jnf-j6Osxr6lwypfEk_BrZD7pd3Vgk-JY3hoBDeiL4qN6K_dbRUFQAePXft8OyMVJygQOR4jdmrXI7r1ZgUsaqLEP_QYDC2KDB5DTIRAHsd5AUAwygbkq3fMGiBAzj0_FjVuq3cg-NjTqZBr6MjLE8Zqc8QeNCnkjTExxYVTw2tkAVDdR66c1cI/s2000/Fall%20Bucketlist.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1545" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM5cO2Jnf-j6Osxr6lwypfEk_BrZD7pd3Vgk-JY3hoBDeiL4qN6K_dbRUFQAePXft8OyMVJygQOR4jdmrXI7r1ZgUsaqLEP_QYDC2KDB5DTIRAHsd5AUAwygbkq3fMGiBAzj0_FjVuq3cg-NjTqZBr6MjLE8Zqc8QeNCnkjTExxYVTw2tkAVDdR66c1cI/w494-h640/Fall%20Bucketlist.jpg" width="494" /></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-24361262739297999002023-09-08T16:47:00.000-06:002023-09-08T16:47:00.169-06:00Bluma Flower Farm<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Do you ever walk through a city and think about just what you might see on the roof tops of apartment buildings if you were to look up? You'd likely see a lot of air conditioning units and other electrical equipment. Maybe a furnished roof deck for the tenants to enjoy. But what about a farm?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ok, that last one sounds a little crazy, right? Well, as crazy as it might sound, there actually is an apartment complex in Berkeley with a farm on top of its roof!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">During our recent visit back to California we had the pleasure of visiting <b><u><a href="https://www.blumaflowerfarm.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bluma Flower Farm</a></u></b>. Usually visiting a farm of any sort requires heading out of the city, but this particular farm is located right in the heart of Downtown Berkeley. Located within easy walking distance of the UC Berkeley campus, Bluma Flower Farm can be found on the roof top of a student housing complex, six stories above the city streets.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It's such an ingenious use of space that would otherwise not be utilized. Let's take a look... </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ4fssIoObEIeKG9isvfCVI34AbuYbhumu17zHkHyPtTaxbSTew3OBVxn1YQ6x62QiqZ3vi7vWhb89VCV6Qx6Q-jaeFdnMgQckqW1eXvUtUvHrdGOSzFzYBP9WkYEUmV0VRVL-devgfC5BmwelZBjQxIqxA3i8_dUB7aL8YR-Wcry-7nbZAxec9nFUfuw/s5156/P8076871.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3867" data-original-width="5156" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ4fssIoObEIeKG9isvfCVI34AbuYbhumu17zHkHyPtTaxbSTew3OBVxn1YQ6x62QiqZ3vi7vWhb89VCV6Qx6Q-jaeFdnMgQckqW1eXvUtUvHrdGOSzFzYBP9WkYEUmV0VRVL-devgfC5BmwelZBjQxIqxA3i8_dUB7aL8YR-Wcry-7nbZAxec9nFUfuw/w640-h480/P8076871.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZnxKjEXjxiPZ_GDkXaQCBFPQdiY4NpJxrTVG3YlQpkCswd0d7w5fSgXqMUzTpl67Q-RRnkUX_KNIerqokDGNJFLXLM2Gsp292_e3SoQXkDejY64PnC_uvZJhrQ9-1Fbn9okt1-JfHdggn1GcXFby0UqaA2uyvJEFRdT2ur1W8HomfWO-q6XKRjSQGGKg/s4938/P8076731.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3703" data-original-width="4938" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZnxKjEXjxiPZ_GDkXaQCBFPQdiY4NpJxrTVG3YlQpkCswd0d7w5fSgXqMUzTpl67Q-RRnkUX_KNIerqokDGNJFLXLM2Gsp292_e3SoQXkDejY64PnC_uvZJhrQ9-1Fbn9okt1-JfHdggn1GcXFby0UqaA2uyvJEFRdT2ur1W8HomfWO-q6XKRjSQGGKg/w640-h480/P8076731.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQrNzfjF9OmEpRaGphvdt1VvVxvCLAGvLmYc75Lg1HBb5kORwqxrCxMVPdBLP3x0Jpg7k58Q_0Bs7ToOM9g3avci-WgaOhkNbVO_j2tCXt0iq8toWtF1WReiJfBZr1DJy2fPCjlmUoHfyLQlJQ9pLI9HN4eMtjj2GkNMgouHOBlvbrUDlC_9tn-047GnU/s5150/P8076807.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5150" data-original-width="3863" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQrNzfjF9OmEpRaGphvdt1VvVxvCLAGvLmYc75Lg1HBb5kORwqxrCxMVPdBLP3x0Jpg7k58Q_0Bs7ToOM9g3avci-WgaOhkNbVO_j2tCXt0iq8toWtF1WReiJfBZr1DJy2fPCjlmUoHfyLQlJQ9pLI9HN4eMtjj2GkNMgouHOBlvbrUDlC_9tn-047GnU/w480-h640/P8076807.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpIrFOOxItMsFmZvq5SVk9g3uDuV0a4ZCa1UemymVJu76u0PCJNqekLTElA6_H-6wJWLh_SHHNFG_-9YTlxEQb2joKjDzEJAlTT4jaWAo4E5iOdxOY0cYhq5f5-WDO0xLJElWhdlWU0U6KHYai_SK40rbyxa1VKNmu3f6XrknkWI1wJPtLfcNjV7SJF28/s5184/P8076766.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpIrFOOxItMsFmZvq5SVk9g3uDuV0a4ZCa1UemymVJu76u0PCJNqekLTElA6_H-6wJWLh_SHHNFG_-9YTlxEQb2joKjDzEJAlTT4jaWAo4E5iOdxOY0cYhq5f5-WDO0xLJElWhdlWU0U6KHYai_SK40rbyxa1VKNmu3f6XrknkWI1wJPtLfcNjV7SJF28/w480-h640/P8076766.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqPOjGC3sGX14_wwJXA4NQt_VKWZCUmUshbzCaVuDBlkQ6lGQjAAx3sbxR5LyRTJtmnYOK5WkeFWahvWwR3dh4O04eL6vuF8eSBgZz4__qD9A6iw0Ew31Im24OmF6qrZ58Qa4mPpIUr2y1Xp_VW_ckWUrK63KFeL3DqjvR5IxAEQH3jCjNVc8ZpnUe-qI/s5081/P8076878.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5081" data-original-width="3811" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqPOjGC3sGX14_wwJXA4NQt_VKWZCUmUshbzCaVuDBlkQ6lGQjAAx3sbxR5LyRTJtmnYOK5WkeFWahvWwR3dh4O04eL6vuF8eSBgZz4__qD9A6iw0Ew31Im24OmF6qrZ58Qa4mPpIUr2y1Xp_VW_ckWUrK63KFeL3DqjvR5IxAEQH3jCjNVc8ZpnUe-qI/w480-h640/P8076878.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Founded in 2014 by owner-operator Joanna Letz, Bluma Flower Farm grows a large array of flowers to be sold to local florists, supermarkets and directly to the public. The farm is spread over the various levels of the roof space of the apartment building that it calls home, with some areas more protected from the elements than others. This means that no matter the growing conditions a particular plant requires, there's a space for everything. The garden beds are all relatively shallow (less than a foot deep) but with the mild Berkeley weather and the expert care from Joanna and her team, the farm is thriving.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWniF0rE4211QsZyubuxNzCBq3bC5pUqR2YYWm2eb7WOBklDHNR1IYE_QhHWFN0ALy21dQ16xpMKa-C3vLqpss2_zKs5pgxC47SHcdmJIPVuUE7m7ZvbSfwhOozDdCCFOC11BKSHeH61aaqZGzKra24DSbhhaes7tPA2-lmXOQohi019DDvG7yEdBrU9I/s5039/P8076812.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3779" data-original-width="5039" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWniF0rE4211QsZyubuxNzCBq3bC5pUqR2YYWm2eb7WOBklDHNR1IYE_QhHWFN0ALy21dQ16xpMKa-C3vLqpss2_zKs5pgxC47SHcdmJIPVuUE7m7ZvbSfwhOozDdCCFOC11BKSHeH61aaqZGzKra24DSbhhaes7tPA2-lmXOQohi019DDvG7yEdBrU9I/w640-h480/P8076812.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Tours (both guided and self guided) and u-pick opportunities are available for visitors. I would've loved to have picked some flowers during our visit, but because we were flying back to Colorado the following day we stuck with doing a self guided tour instead. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuHDB3y7sTSsHSj9luUqjPEZdk_vnRJRmWLYWuP238Np--tAAUXcaUa6YE-uH8MWjbFCp3iiaE1Z3am4WHDExjyd_zRPpSdSDGn_wkOPt3hvMRTK8NGX6MeXlkOEoP9rHkapDjDBxYVp8rw-SGtlwcmObjLvYI5WDfOPKKFZiR4ijXopfRHf7htlh00CY/s4955/P8076862.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3716" data-original-width="4955" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuHDB3y7sTSsHSj9luUqjPEZdk_vnRJRmWLYWuP238Np--tAAUXcaUa6YE-uH8MWjbFCp3iiaE1Z3am4WHDExjyd_zRPpSdSDGn_wkOPt3hvMRTK8NGX6MeXlkOEoP9rHkapDjDBxYVp8rw-SGtlwcmObjLvYI5WDfOPKKFZiR4ijXopfRHf7htlh00CY/w640-h480/P8076862.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg6T8nehMXjE3EUiYEA7WGDuUlDsaFKBBNlHEBo5_BW1k5D85zOCAIvngMYOiPfFADM9i8sN5UR2qNUlib2rN8koRSmE214T-nvJH6TvbxKGWu_4g5iReuLzDRcUxNL7IdyUm_1R0ynA_zypqS-UyATHQ6ZETINbGRJY4j0JdkYZoSdy5Vb_MqCqYrSIU/s5126/P8076730.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5126" data-original-width="3845" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg6T8nehMXjE3EUiYEA7WGDuUlDsaFKBBNlHEBo5_BW1k5D85zOCAIvngMYOiPfFADM9i8sN5UR2qNUlib2rN8koRSmE214T-nvJH6TvbxKGWu_4g5iReuLzDRcUxNL7IdyUm_1R0ynA_zypqS-UyATHQ6ZETINbGRJY4j0JdkYZoSdy5Vb_MqCqYrSIU/w480-h640/P8076730.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK-N0aakjOWAMHsIRezv_fOUWz_cGF5k5z0CFpNOWzsK3YyYlgb72PK4LpxwfjAAdvGtenOmxEIB5bcDVNTSzd4jrtb1gMDzkYQtOXFM20YiHdP5pOT1SuywTrerPxuPpcoOKyrvLzhSusgx8HaWP37hc58cY21YtifOn6AvT0hXakFpDN-QGG_MZj9IM/s5117/P8076760.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5117" data-original-width="3838" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK-N0aakjOWAMHsIRezv_fOUWz_cGF5k5z0CFpNOWzsK3YyYlgb72PK4LpxwfjAAdvGtenOmxEIB5bcDVNTSzd4jrtb1gMDzkYQtOXFM20YiHdP5pOT1SuywTrerPxuPpcoOKyrvLzhSusgx8HaWP37hc58cY21YtifOn6AvT0hXakFpDN-QGG_MZj9IM/w480-h640/P8076760.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My favorite thing about Bluma Flower Farm is the views over Berkeley and beyond that it affords. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We had pretty similar views over Berkeley and the Bay from our old apartment building's roof deck, so visiting Bluma really felt like coming home - but with beautiful flowers everywhere. Views over the Bay are always wonderful, but the addition of flowers made them even more so. From Bluma we had views over the UC Berkeley campus and its famous Campanile tower, views over the Bay including San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge, views over Downtown Berkeley and Oakland, and views of the Berkeley Hills behind us.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq-oaiSUKm2BcdeJd_MTx40Gv8wQ-xJIk38XpBJ2BN3SiQs1AF4zPmLB3bcxjkUCi3lfniFNjBxEFk9H7Ke4VqY3ru_nDnVf_gisHXCYRNNuxopTYHYl_YJgDAxgVDBDxzSNtfBCur_aFHDSIkmLZX_LaaP9nCjG-wc7Fa1DA8IUfGPJOUuKsraj2WZfw/s4530/P8076856.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3397" data-original-width="4530" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq-oaiSUKm2BcdeJd_MTx40Gv8wQ-xJIk38XpBJ2BN3SiQs1AF4zPmLB3bcxjkUCi3lfniFNjBxEFk9H7Ke4VqY3ru_nDnVf_gisHXCYRNNuxopTYHYl_YJgDAxgVDBDxzSNtfBCur_aFHDSIkmLZX_LaaP9nCjG-wc7Fa1DA8IUfGPJOUuKsraj2WZfw/w640-h480/P8076856.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Here we got to see where she works on floral arrangements as well as take in the aromas of the flowers in the cool room. Seriously, it smelled so divine in there.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheBinv95gVpyb7j5lsX5ZWCIdDVpOX3j4nuaeCOMgzh1JpLZVXOwk58GaovqryOn5J2xEVou9oUK5BL59UtkPh4u1TIutMkBNQeEIxNSs15_dG8wckPS131la10kIuNKBwFgkCWhs3ptAmB3ffV6zbfwhBR-NYNYfRylcpzahSRiuvBf57LJBCNh82JcI/s5184/P8076726.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheBinv95gVpyb7j5lsX5ZWCIdDVpOX3j4nuaeCOMgzh1JpLZVXOwk58GaovqryOn5J2xEVou9oUK5BL59UtkPh4u1TIutMkBNQeEIxNSs15_dG8wckPS131la10kIuNKBwFgkCWhs3ptAmB3ffV6zbfwhBR-NYNYfRylcpzahSRiuvBf57LJBCNh82JcI/w640-h480/P8076726.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgde5PemiqpoF88x5JlfNdaieeSIWapn6J7KGG7v5EzfhHk5-POrh4iKoHlOTlJVAL3JD5BmgadLPkNpgBhHNETZlzCYfznC2XtHe-OOhMEAN_UTtX4bJeli_agWMBRjCuomN6eIBA7yKgca4K4HWt7e-fRcciVCCsNRjEqALXsKodQrIsjZnp5LR6JVtE/s3698/IMG_3665.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3698" data-original-width="2774" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgde5PemiqpoF88x5JlfNdaieeSIWapn6J7KGG7v5EzfhHk5-POrh4iKoHlOTlJVAL3JD5BmgadLPkNpgBhHNETZlzCYfznC2XtHe-OOhMEAN_UTtX4bJeli_agWMBRjCuomN6eIBA7yKgca4K4HWt7e-fRcciVCCsNRjEqALXsKodQrIsjZnp5LR6JVtE/w480-h640/IMG_3665.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjam0gQzGLejDMNOTaKpasoofaPhTxHWmuOhqJ-vgdIZAmPjl77m8WJdqxYzDDTZVEhuHmlKG6nNmnXcyYY66Z2aT3d_BRzk7gjejj5FK0xQmu1WA4NVy3l4LKvI5z6sK6BJOYpCc0OyZcpRXsjpNx1ssjbjDcnLck1cYZ17DZ8Zq85gKS_4wjOFkrCWkU/s4032/IMG_3670.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjam0gQzGLejDMNOTaKpasoofaPhTxHWmuOhqJ-vgdIZAmPjl77m8WJdqxYzDDTZVEhuHmlKG6nNmnXcyYY66Z2aT3d_BRzk7gjejj5FK0xQmu1WA4NVy3l4LKvI5z6sK6BJOYpCc0OyZcpRXsjpNx1ssjbjDcnLck1cYZ17DZ8Zq85gKS_4wjOFkrCWkU/w480-h640/IMG_3670.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We visited Bluma with my friend Ana who happens to be an artist. Ana brought along her water colors and painted her way through the gardens. You can see some of Ana's quick water color works below. To see more of Ana's work, give her a follow on <b><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/analovescolor/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a></u></b>.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgefsGpUZ5S4E3-bdp6I22kEpzlMHZ5AlNmnb8sgpNrJL-gEFfpBa0T3hWkXgK4QfG3t8w6NCiA9hLmTNLQy4PsgWBA9nTGReGzcCsczfrjYy96l5h3NYnUkpv9ZACRRb16q5gW74-j_VOHged4XAZNnn-FRhacb_3_DYX27e8A-L09tcoLANn_8-X0L48/s4870/P8076839.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3653" data-original-width="4870" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgefsGpUZ5S4E3-bdp6I22kEpzlMHZ5AlNmnb8sgpNrJL-gEFfpBa0T3hWkXgK4QfG3t8w6NCiA9hLmTNLQy4PsgWBA9nTGReGzcCsczfrjYy96l5h3NYnUkpv9ZACRRb16q5gW74-j_VOHged4XAZNnn-FRhacb_3_DYX27e8A-L09tcoLANn_8-X0L48/w640-h480/P8076839.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Bluma Flower Farm is located at 2201 Dwight Way, Berkeley CA.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To book a tour please email <a href="mailto:info@blumaflowerfarm.com" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: white; background-image: unset; background-origin: initial; background-position: unset; background-repeat: unset; background-size: unset; cursor: pointer; font-family: Poppins; font-size: 14px; overflow-wrap: break-word; text-decoration-color: currentcolor; text-decoration-skip-ink: auto; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; text-underline-offset: 0.2em;">info@blumaflowerfarm.com</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For workshops and u-pick dates, to place an order or for more information visit <b><u><a href="https://www.blumaflowerfarm.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.blumaflowerfarm.com/</a></u></b></div><p></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-2596614578965305462023-08-31T20:24:00.001-06:002023-08-31T20:24:41.422-06:00Denver Botanic Gardens<div style="text-align: left;">Can you believe that we've lived in Colorado for four years now and had never visited the <b><u><a href="https://www.botanicgardens.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denver Botanic Gardens</a></u></b> during the day? We finally fixed that with an afternoon spent taking in the beauty of the gardens with friends a few weeks back.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />Now, I should point out that we have actually been to Denver Botanic Gardens a few times in the past, but our visits were always in the evenings for holiday events such as the Halloween themed <a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2019/11/glow-at-gardens.html" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">Glow at the Gardens</a> and the wintry <a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2019/12/blossoms-of-light-at-denver-botanic.html" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">Blossoms of Light</a>. You can click those bold and underlined links to see these events.<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Experiencing the Botanic Gardens all lit up at night sure was spectacular, but seeing the beauty of the gardens during the day in Summer when everything is in bloom was something else.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Let's take a look...</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-skAlNL9rCYtcFvuSAajb7F4f8BtDGfQ2LXncQYo9voW3E0gOMl3efzFm9jWigWbOkr7y2VrLEgoQY5Kve7EFbMrYB2nFinsad1e_oTFzWogTspTFeI_K9P0w1TD1yBF6WimPsXmHzzRx-JcPQs-KGf9ngUvJU7pEuAh1dHsAbNdc1R5qCYghc7fuYrY/s5131/P8127205.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3848" data-original-width="5131" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-skAlNL9rCYtcFvuSAajb7F4f8BtDGfQ2LXncQYo9voW3E0gOMl3efzFm9jWigWbOkr7y2VrLEgoQY5Kve7EFbMrYB2nFinsad1e_oTFzWogTspTFeI_K9P0w1TD1yBF6WimPsXmHzzRx-JcPQs-KGf9ngUvJU7pEuAh1dHsAbNdc1R5qCYghc7fuYrY/w640-h480/P8127205.jpg" width="640" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEU-QXXQwoBut4ixF1Ri-SrsrSavPAgRerGPvSt_MNIrxouMp7JPEMcx-hz_PLATm71wdedPEJi7auc21mM5upRe-qumJajCb6EoGVAgAI_hwW768DnCVfdAWF6IVidIYFEOdD3Dif-jsyiX3Aq-0rOOT6kRKRLGwblzNdOGIwTfxsXWtcgr07uh5kBsM/s5184/P8127233.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We started our afternoon at the Botanic Gardens with a visit to the Boettcher Memorial Tropical Conservatory. Inside this hot and humid glass house we found ourselves surrounded by lush tropical plants of all sizes. Towering palms with giants leaves reached up toward the ceiling, while dainty air plants, orchids and ferns filled every surface imaginable. Now, if you know me, you'll know that I'm not a fan of hot and humid climates, but there's just something magical about exploring the plant life in a tropical conservatory. It's all so very different from what we experience at home. Even the plants that we're used to having in our homes as potted plants grow in such a different manner in such an environment. Total side note, but did you know that in Australia we refer to potted house plants as "pot plants"? This is definitely a term I've had to be careful using in the US as "pot plant" does not mean the same thing here! I'm sure I've left people thinking that I grow marijuana in my living room when I've spoken about my "pot plants" in the past!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBNH7oU-7u5tXxARsxrzlN2HkU3GaMOhOH6JYczlikc9iWGuVtofNM6KUMs0NwIB7wfrHQxiEOTQVHu13XQRr1_XNQ3B2Kjq-AoZxpy-89SakJjsf46Ot1bsvBH3lbajRhr7Aj2PHh3-fNj08Q3kLOnkk6ef_r8Jts-laFNv6SWusQxssGiDecZS9dGi8/s5071/P8127103.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5071" data-original-width="3803" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBNH7oU-7u5tXxARsxrzlN2HkU3GaMOhOH6JYczlikc9iWGuVtofNM6KUMs0NwIB7wfrHQxiEOTQVHu13XQRr1_XNQ3B2Kjq-AoZxpy-89SakJjsf46Ot1bsvBH3lbajRhr7Aj2PHh3-fNj08Q3kLOnkk6ef_r8Jts-laFNv6SWusQxssGiDecZS9dGi8/w480-h640/P8127103.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Aren't Bonsai just amazing? The amount of love, care and skill that goes into growing each one amazes me. So much dedication.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKFTIrgdQMQOm_yv9lxhYiwyBf-9eO2N77ss5PWsiZILR8zcYMeefpAhu0bk6RuTaSoRpWhwYei9TJ6CSWj9yaHMjCPw4gcpAE8Hf_jA5oBxy-_CfJFQJv-osf9zXdCk4rTvAjdVPU5jLyT6oQqFbIYHFCb3JAFm8kl-9bpUc46JLBkzzf02hskNpUAQs/s4618/P8127153.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3464" data-original-width="4618" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKFTIrgdQMQOm_yv9lxhYiwyBf-9eO2N77ss5PWsiZILR8zcYMeefpAhu0bk6RuTaSoRpWhwYei9TJ6CSWj9yaHMjCPw4gcpAE8Hf_jA5oBxy-_CfJFQJv-osf9zXdCk4rTvAjdVPU5jLyT6oQqFbIYHFCb3JAFm8kl-9bpUc46JLBkzzf02hskNpUAQs/w640-h480/P8127153.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3aRI3G_6turSFowym9j3qMwCdB4bQCrA4CU6b0opA5FQ6Bp8_QQcPFMuvAAYLBwvemalK0i0qVSBk1SLKmZjv5EKvS7EujGAuFhbijR6RtlHqErN3PNUYWGfeCa5zpWrTyDbqrGTy7CsQ530JI3Kxfu9qC_z91ocgSqV93QEkV4lY7tejwthHMEJWhz0/s5039/P8127156.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3779" data-original-width="5039" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3aRI3G_6turSFowym9j3qMwCdB4bQCrA4CU6b0opA5FQ6Bp8_QQcPFMuvAAYLBwvemalK0i0qVSBk1SLKmZjv5EKvS7EujGAuFhbijR6RtlHqErN3PNUYWGfeCa5zpWrTyDbqrGTy7CsQ530JI3Kxfu9qC_z91ocgSqV93QEkV4lY7tejwthHMEJWhz0/w640-h480/P8127156.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwb07bjnA1ncdFnFfYCctvz0S5dNE6QMHqZgziuoZWMzgK4P7F61V-NWs6l_n3mkrhaXv9pUyEMsc-6Z_kYaNk0MGi7W-AYZO4pyXE-gLMrZyFpgdoJQYJpXorWMb-fzf9_OxI5gjAZoWcqvtevhxxxg9YkCv0pbv4yD3WG3ryYXo81WU4JRZ17vvVlxE/s5184/P8127161.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwb07bjnA1ncdFnFfYCctvz0S5dNE6QMHqZgziuoZWMzgK4P7F61V-NWs6l_n3mkrhaXv9pUyEMsc-6Z_kYaNk0MGi7W-AYZO4pyXE-gLMrZyFpgdoJQYJpXorWMb-fzf9_OxI5gjAZoWcqvtevhxxxg9YkCv0pbv4yD3WG3ryYXo81WU4JRZ17vvVlxE/w640-h480/P8127161.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHeA783dcgNg3ewp_5fiJmBBAbA53V-PKqTqaF1IQmtmN_1-tNE4DuiBrGjMGFYLuo9EAdio-IcTs_Q-0ArjKmUzs7PAaJZL5rfulTUhzWFdHY-xvcqkou4hzToiXlGaM9VGya6otyf3TaOnI12UmT0-iVxthvZ3WtthUoE8lkqLX9eTOYOX_nTLv_mD0/s5184/P8127164.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHeA783dcgNg3ewp_5fiJmBBAbA53V-PKqTqaF1IQmtmN_1-tNE4DuiBrGjMGFYLuo9EAdio-IcTs_Q-0ArjKmUzs7PAaJZL5rfulTUhzWFdHY-xvcqkou4hzToiXlGaM9VGya6otyf3TaOnI12UmT0-iVxthvZ3WtthUoE8lkqLX9eTOYOX_nTLv_mD0/w480-h640/P8127164.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My kids are always attracted to water, and our visitor's kids are no different, so once we were done looking at the Bonsai trees we headed over to check out a couple of ponds. The first pond we checked out was located in the Shofu-en Japanese Garden. Styled in a tradition Japanese fashion, this pond features lots of mossy rocks, tiny temple sculptures and is home to lots of koi fish. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We then moved on to the popular Monet Pool, which just like Monet's famous paintings, is filled with stunning waterlilies. So many water lilies. I actually saw on the Denver Botanic Gardens <b><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CwnCFJFpEgU/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a></u></b> account today that their giant waterlilies are on the small side this year thanks to all of the rain and the milder than usual weather we've had. They were still pretty giant though!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then it was on the the Four Towers Pool and it's geometric fountain surrounded by garden beds of blooming flowers in every color imaginable. This particular pond is located right by one of the garden's quirkiest buildings. The Science Pyramid is, you guessed it, a pyramid structure that is home to hands on science exhibitions. 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There are also many sculptures dotted around the gardens. At one point the kids were all laughing hysterically at a sculpture they were standing behind. I figured they must be laughing at the butt on the naked statue, but nope. It was a hilariously placed poop shaped pinecone. 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This is always a popular spot with visitors, however, during our visit this area was closed off for a wedding. In fact, it must have been a popular day to tie the knot as there were at least three other areas closed off for weddings as well. </div><div><br /></div>In case you thought we were done with water features and ponds, you were wrong! The gardens feature smaller ponds dotted throughout the grounds. The kids were excited to find one in the Scripture Garden that featured blue tinted water. They had fun dipping their hands in and out of the water, watching them turn blue and then back to normal.<div> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGxqeNdueJb-wOtpqg750CBtJEzXT-F_vbRj7yO81lT1sLbADEH479ZslhHT7YbQaXFT4GB2J-9UzaFC7oSOpqR8Z00mC2Crfh69YyirgQzpCBInRkMO8qqZhcOveFrPTSgfEkRzpTlNvM-hia5_D0SpcxIRpNkwQTFUZMExxvIawAfg9g8Y1EgUxxDe0/s5149/P8127226.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5149" data-original-width="3862" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGxqeNdueJb-wOtpqg750CBtJEzXT-F_vbRj7yO81lT1sLbADEH479ZslhHT7YbQaXFT4GB2J-9UzaFC7oSOpqR8Z00mC2Crfh69YyirgQzpCBInRkMO8qqZhcOveFrPTSgfEkRzpTlNvM-hia5_D0SpcxIRpNkwQTFUZMExxvIawAfg9g8Y1EgUxxDe0/w480-h640/P8127226.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">One of my favorite things about the Botanic Gardens is that there is a focus on plants that we find growing here in Colorado gardens. While not all of these plants are native to Colorado (or even the US), they are plants that are hardy enough to withstand our sometimes harsh conditions. Hot dry Summers and snowy Winters with late or early frost make for a tricky climate in which to plant a garden. The Botanic Gardens show home gardeners that it is possible.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCp8tzw5TvsHjitJ1rfp1nySnH7yeRniZmy52qYV_-dVoOr6FqJ9LWQHvUUBoWtO96c2Gtc4x4PkOoCySpv6lJ9bEt5IQj-bEjkbz98v1mMinmzMnBuDYJBKw9PzRPMoZrX0aL9GSZ9GIr3jtgNJuKsd222ZY8nTJzYliplkZAbfv6hKmLD1UTalShEno/s5155/P8127211.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3866" data-original-width="5155" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCp8tzw5TvsHjitJ1rfp1nySnH7yeRniZmy52qYV_-dVoOr6FqJ9LWQHvUUBoWtO96c2Gtc4x4PkOoCySpv6lJ9bEt5IQj-bEjkbz98v1mMinmzMnBuDYJBKw9PzRPMoZrX0aL9GSZ9GIr3jtgNJuKsd222ZY8nTJzYliplkZAbfv6hKmLD1UTalShEno/w640-h480/P8127211.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3RaO7-hCPxxKZFwObBLKQCFVL1yFsqnAdNHxpyuCfyiNohGDTH4MBIUzq92a9AaElWLGgbTKRwDnsGtqJgWjQJPZn5VrKk1G0C5OEv4ePoO_JZrJTJlKe1NEJAk4x2odpJqQlJSpUlfolbQhe_o8WrYYbV4rGEfE-P10PUGvNwUdUWK25uOH1GetnAfw/s5004/P8127303.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3753" data-original-width="5004" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3RaO7-hCPxxKZFwObBLKQCFVL1yFsqnAdNHxpyuCfyiNohGDTH4MBIUzq92a9AaElWLGgbTKRwDnsGtqJgWjQJPZn5VrKk1G0C5OEv4ePoO_JZrJTJlKe1NEJAk4x2odpJqQlJSpUlfolbQhe_o8WrYYbV4rGEfE-P10PUGvNwUdUWK25uOH1GetnAfw/w640-h480/P8127303.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>During our visit to the Botanic Gardens we made sure to check out the Mordecai Children's Garden which is located across York Street on the roof top of the parking structure. It's a fantastic garden space made with the youngest visitors in mind. You'll find plenty of space for kids to run along trails, bridges to cross, rocks to climb, a pond to splash about in, and so much more. There is also plenty of seating, shaded areas, bathrooms and fantastic views over the Botanic Gardens. 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Hive Garden Bistro located by the Monet Pond is a great place to dine al fresco in the gardens. </div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKu3XYLaxuMcWXzlipPzhUaPeakfa6Itqd8thmcVlnp1CHH67R3Po--jUE_TyVUgONAIFr2XI8L6FQj5E5eT2I-9yUVB0kCO2G4cZCSqEwskcMDqBD_9_mCrNwAmwSNh16PDMQYKPcUPwTumjBv0eamo_F6UhFonnoeANYh69L5cqwEYHrWLZqovQIgMM/s4946/P8127301.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3709" data-original-width="4946" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKu3XYLaxuMcWXzlipPzhUaPeakfa6Itqd8thmcVlnp1CHH67R3Po--jUE_TyVUgONAIFr2XI8L6FQj5E5eT2I-9yUVB0kCO2G4cZCSqEwskcMDqBD_9_mCrNwAmwSNh16PDMQYKPcUPwTumjBv0eamo_F6UhFonnoeANYh69L5cqwEYHrWLZqovQIgMM/w640-h480/P8127301.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkRRaLyDJ4Lk6VumIro3ZmvFdE4FBg27UJPVxyNtNuu3b6tqP5ypVJWEnuoUI0sviio6GPknGUSqNkGCaKYI-XLhZrXc0n4vMIlKTe1VlhwnHxwNhawPRLwoXLYFC1N01sKi7i_ne29i6BTXlfORDLvLeV0ca61hU5NePqw2xGwAZeY_GwqsJqZe3CQSc/s4983/P8127207.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4983" data-original-width="3737" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkRRaLyDJ4Lk6VumIro3ZmvFdE4FBg27UJPVxyNtNuu3b6tqP5ypVJWEnuoUI0sviio6GPknGUSqNkGCaKYI-XLhZrXc0n4vMIlKTe1VlhwnHxwNhawPRLwoXLYFC1N01sKi7i_ne29i6BTXlfORDLvLeV0ca61hU5NePqw2xGwAZeY_GwqsJqZe3CQSc/w480-h640/P8127207.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Now for all the info you need to know about visiting Denver Botanic Gardens...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Denver Botanic Gardens is located at 1007 York Street, Denver.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Parking is available across from the gardens in the paid parking structure. On street parking is also available in the neighborhood.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Denver Botanic Gardens are open seven days a week excluding Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Daily hours vary depending on the season. Summer hours of 9am to 8pm are currently in effect through September 4th. For opening hours visit <b><u><a href="https://www.botanicgardens.org/york-street/york-street-seasonal-hours-early-closings" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.botanicgardens.org/york-street/york-street-seasonal-hours-early-closings</a></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate and are priced as follows:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Adults $15</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Seniors (65+) and veterans (with ID) $11.50</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Children (3 - 15) and students (with ID) $11</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Children 2 and under are admitted free of charge</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Most indoor and outdoor garden areas are wheelchair and stroller accessible.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Restrooms and drinking fountains are located throughout the main gardens and the Mordecai Children's Garden. You can find them on the map <b><u><a href="https://www.botanicgardens.org/sites/default/files/file/2021-12/YorkMap_wLogo_dec2021.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">A gift shop is available in the entry building.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">For more information about Denver Botanic Gardens visit <b><u><a href="https://www.botanicgardens.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.botanicgardens.org/</a></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1wIimKBz9BAe0f9IMrXAaTTM4rsFIc9pwOZf5IWCovsY4s1pTv-sYQFkgVHlwSxIK7rzc71evtB2mSdwTAcMAI7wJAYDGV0Y8cB4eVUvrhuQp5gAgfd3X_-DPPznKB_A8S4MTfRhuMG451wYjcHH-tGFFGfyoTHkBSkxOwA2zyB8Akjf6Hl8M8Ep44Kg/s4032/IMG_4663.heic" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp-eS2Xb0rSem65hDapANMP8SG9JOySGVsxqvAZczFEII4pUfdM9BmHbmX1xLNLylYtUMf8jUpyuTxrERuJZX1l8O8kW0X_6jhk9sXqZcJn03NQEvWiXjTEv6i8BVtYqTy_f5qQ0mc9WpyEZt-H6LV_vUdNZzFmFmZc-SEcMlSmvAAEX3JJkgIiQlKrVI/w480-h640/P7226266.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Denver nights will be looking a little brighter than usual over the next ten weeks thanks to a special new exhibition that has popped up in Four Mile Historic Park.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><a href="https://www.fourmilepark.org/brightnights/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bright Nights</a></u></b> is a colorful display of illuminated sculptures and interactive fun that is sure to delight the whole family. Based on the Chinese tradition of lantern festivals, Bright Nights brings larger than life sculptures of animals and Chinese folklore to life through millions of twinkling lights. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Spread over Four Mile Historic Park's twelve acres, the exhibition features colorful whales, penguins, axolotls, fish, butterflies, peacocks, pandas, farm animals, sea horses and so many more creatures that twinkle in the dark and, in some cases, even move. You'll also find terracotta warriors, the animals of the Chinese zodiac and a giant steam breathing dragon on display.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">An interactive children's area features lights to jump on, lighted swings, interactive displays, a mirrored room with dazzling lights, a glowing rain cloud, a glowing see saw and so much more.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">We were lucky enough to be invited to a VIP night last weekend and it was such a fun night out. Read on to see all my favorite pics from the night and all the info you need to know about visiting Bright Nights, including some handy tips.</div><span></span><span><a name='more'></a></span><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTDUB95peYJ73aAQXQ4qakoW2pvgI_Njjc65tGT2e9l-C0X_O01S2lUcTqlDHf9dC2XdtKdugRcYx2PvhZssImGUDSWMbz1xY8TuUVrY6pYkiZ65_qf7vFOFFgjKzCE_NeqA-02GJ4mfk4ZvKhhf3-2cjh4QrcHXzS93jmBIfGqeZmk-Arf3o8F_Gc2j8/s5061/P7226255.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3796" data-original-width="5061" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTDUB95peYJ73aAQXQ4qakoW2pvgI_Njjc65tGT2e9l-C0X_O01S2lUcTqlDHf9dC2XdtKdugRcYx2PvhZssImGUDSWMbz1xY8TuUVrY6pYkiZ65_qf7vFOFFgjKzCE_NeqA-02GJ4mfk4ZvKhhf3-2cjh4QrcHXzS93jmBIfGqeZmk-Arf3o8F_Gc2j8/w640-h480/P7226255.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLkdib8EIS4GZrOvvhi_2LfdS3V0CkEV7rBooAodjpLIYBVjl23au_-Go9cLErbPsR1KnCK_LLrwFITwvl_b0Obo0kPMCGmmkV60CDGKAY10w9p-h2a6CB0jSShMsRynlrZhIRu8M-UUPUOVuw_UNDXUSX4EZeCQRcQJFQ76fTmkTSDsp3oTwKEOHMaJA/s4693/P7226304.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3520" data-original-width="4693" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLkdib8EIS4GZrOvvhi_2LfdS3V0CkEV7rBooAodjpLIYBVjl23au_-Go9cLErbPsR1KnCK_LLrwFITwvl_b0Obo0kPMCGmmkV60CDGKAY10w9p-h2a6CB0jSShMsRynlrZhIRu8M-UUPUOVuw_UNDXUSX4EZeCQRcQJFQ76fTmkTSDsp3oTwKEOHMaJA/w640-h480/P7226304.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiPWXjIriHvwSpnUrjNA1Rr_OW-ZywaGA5oin-qe-X5XGRVwORRO7NWhrQqbSKhGKcLOUEWHcCoeGJyXT6Qad6vguYjk1x-jOdyQeSmaLLfrJ0Im5Ns76T4oBxcTnFuPm3Kl0Ix9syUQcsUzGJ7w0r9WF6Rn-HtAm94B-WNzHaxr6OCCPVM0XOaoet7WQ/s4837/P7226410.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3628" data-original-width="4837" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiPWXjIriHvwSpnUrjNA1Rr_OW-ZywaGA5oin-qe-X5XGRVwORRO7NWhrQqbSKhGKcLOUEWHcCoeGJyXT6Qad6vguYjk1x-jOdyQeSmaLLfrJ0Im5Ns76T4oBxcTnFuPm3Kl0Ix9syUQcsUzGJ7w0r9WF6Rn-HtAm94B-WNzHaxr6OCCPVM0XOaoet7WQ/w640-h480/P7226410.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7SsL6Pb8pBIGroQ3sd_RDnnmqgUCPGiatcK4PzLoc6GrwcdDBJTwT7SbWmGW_D26maITqGNruSA7A0CoIAAg4T9vAnAce4ZEBMjnEn9bllYnkhpwyda1bs0lgN8Bqsx_ys1N10KsVyDw6uGdA0tPnoZsjO8qyInt-57-Roc8JQpNvmU11TJVpBz7rlJE/s5041/P7226394.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3781" data-original-width="5041" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7SsL6Pb8pBIGroQ3sd_RDnnmqgUCPGiatcK4PzLoc6GrwcdDBJTwT7SbWmGW_D26maITqGNruSA7A0CoIAAg4T9vAnAce4ZEBMjnEn9bllYnkhpwyda1bs0lgN8Bqsx_ys1N10KsVyDw6uGdA0tPnoZsjO8qyInt-57-Roc8JQpNvmU11TJVpBz7rlJE/w640-h480/P7226394.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Bright Nights runs from 7pm through 10pm (11pm on Fridays and Saturdays) so if you arrive earlier on it's still pretty light outside. I definitely recommend arriving early in the evening as it's fun to see how the exhibits change as it gets darker. Plus, you really will need all that time to see and experience everything. While the installations really shine when it's dark, they're pretty cool to see while the sun is still up too. This is also the best time to snap some great pics of your kids with the installations. Once the sun goes down, getting decent pics of fast moving kids is not always so easy!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhF641-ovM1zLJe_lL4o8_vKNR0PdGoCae7W26DuIyqD0dsreCqHmWPlpTaHLlCE1Tf6Bgkq0ToJ5bNs4ZzlvEkwTa3lM22UQZf4Hr3TgCdrkZtcZed8YZW0We3jHcTgvf3quBx3t9mOZ4_ojME2tQYvl_XTVdDSYn_llT1OY0YKD74blBF0ckF_kHQnpA/s800/P7226223.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhF641-ovM1zLJe_lL4o8_vKNR0PdGoCae7W26DuIyqD0dsreCqHmWPlpTaHLlCE1Tf6Bgkq0ToJ5bNs4ZzlvEkwTa3lM22UQZf4Hr3TgCdrkZtcZed8YZW0We3jHcTgvf3quBx3t9mOZ4_ojME2tQYvl_XTVdDSYn_llT1OY0YKD74blBF0ckF_kHQnpA/w640-h480/P7226223.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd-TiNqqbMOe3AIhDQhdCcxQeDFDfKrQWQ-QyWBH5QbeQYD1ri7hKPWiq00bH9mmDYbRRnrcEJab42H59Bz4NXIXcHd6nFamVuwauO60OucPEkhg_AOClHFTCaav-FpRyftabTAmBzKhWawrZrL7R2IOTBIKCY0Bvmm8OTuiiGCrqz1aQZuouDMmqSQ3M/s5184/P7226227.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: left;">Bright Nights is created by <b><u><a href="https://tianyuculture.us/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tianyu Arts & Culture Inc</a></u></b>, the largest Chinese lantern festival producer in the US, and as I mentioned earlier, many of the installations pay homage to Chinese culture and tradition. The giant fire breathing dragon (or rather, steam breathing dragon) was definitely a highlight for me. The terracotta warriors were also a highlight. My kids loved checking out the cutesy sculptures of the animals that make up the Chinese zodiac. They enjoyed finding their animals as well as mine (tiger, horse and snake) and reading all about the character traits that each animal represents. Keeping with the Chinese theme, you'll also find lots of panda sculptures on display throughout Bright Nights.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-dioNIl2s4Lu4NG_MGyByGKoISvPGbSG-A5j5K-fqTx3BMzV2WLap1qdZa8JEUVcx1S1rwEkl7Hfy8T6Ze9sbtLKEBHZT54Os2-iDzBeXl8Q0-hPvjPEDTBb55MpFf4kXrnHgH-6R60D131-WJQPJJNS7m508NNu78a2anbllMOf7lNIyMkNQ7cxDT78/s4934/P7226290.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3701" data-original-width="4934" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-dioNIl2s4Lu4NG_MGyByGKoISvPGbSG-A5j5K-fqTx3BMzV2WLap1qdZa8JEUVcx1S1rwEkl7Hfy8T6Ze9sbtLKEBHZT54Os2-iDzBeXl8Q0-hPvjPEDTBb55MpFf4kXrnHgH-6R60D131-WJQPJJNS7m508NNu78a2anbllMOf7lNIyMkNQ7cxDT78/w640-h480/P7226290.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoSuMD4Sm_g_J6YDGlNKt_1UCsAGzisSS6rf4XM5eIa6SGYexTt0-Wtwa5xDrTWOnQ0Ns4mV00J0lYTmH4SYV_YOjz6KpTpaw4BGd--IGdLGJjJ8LRrGt155ViH5hon9fBPmsU75xcxgZ7WNZmMKvy45HbJCOt5kaQiU6K7uTe203B2pTmqg3T5eFOgNE/s4984/P7226289.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Here we found all sorts of fun installations to play with. The kids jumped on glowing lights, relaxed on glowing swings, drew pictures on a giant sequin board, danced in a mirrored room, played under a rain cloud, rode a lighted see saw, posed for photos with fun props, checked out their reflections in funhouse mirrors, and so much more.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQAOHbJuzmpSHXBYEGfs0xYR77tMkSxz3q_rJyld0Dkx7DoSxsC9OcLcWRDpeh8jedOSNJBFBc2mNaiMzaxshRsMpaAD4Tw4UIKkxPYs_wuO6b8IQifERsSoFW_OHXd1fHBhZ-4dyLYq9bvij8aL1-paTWUuCGnjxJU3inO3OB2e6InD--DX-D_CoTJWM/s4922/P7226374.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3692" data-original-width="4922" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQAOHbJuzmpSHXBYEGfs0xYR77tMkSxz3q_rJyld0Dkx7DoSxsC9OcLcWRDpeh8jedOSNJBFBc2mNaiMzaxshRsMpaAD4Tw4UIKkxPYs_wuO6b8IQifERsSoFW_OHXd1fHBhZ-4dyLYq9bvij8aL1-paTWUuCGnjxJU3inO3OB2e6InD--DX-D_CoTJWM/w640-h480/P7226374.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4057" data-original-width="3043" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjX8am91HgsMlQUgyWkS3l0GZeEBmxSywKGe8Sa5SMBGJAXeiDYTWZ4nalUMnDBbQ0HmMfZRO9HCflyzYU8seVS36HZlkXEJhKBjsG0blkyoE91MrNYCJl1vH1vSvKXnrm-tghDBn48z52UrRGuM2iljSQX5RSLe6qIMk_3bHmsIGX_74zjWuTXFt2F0ww/w480-h640/P7226377.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">No light display is complete without a twinkling tunnel or two to walk through, and Bright Nights has got you covered there with three tunnels perfect for snapping pictures. There's a tunnel shaped like a giant shark, a tunnel covered in wisteria and a tunnel with glowing vines and giant geometric flowers. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHvTFiH1exNUxb2oQcSuUp-yjJgJjyK8SNYaiC4ZXm7yjBmuamBBOi6oP4rrWXyaN1QDSWiWMUWOB_M-QulJxI5ipSjCz0skmjQ0jGLhkG-VfLKN0rQhInnsmv5L62vVJiWV3VIb7H3LL0aXHtX46S1evTuC91g2dEu9bMDtCfl0JSAUh-agpM8BHi_cc/s4969/P7226405.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4969" data-original-width="3727" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHvTFiH1exNUxb2oQcSuUp-yjJgJjyK8SNYaiC4ZXm7yjBmuamBBOi6oP4rrWXyaN1QDSWiWMUWOB_M-QulJxI5ipSjCz0skmjQ0jGLhkG-VfLKN0rQhInnsmv5L62vVJiWV3VIb7H3LL0aXHtX46S1evTuC91g2dEu9bMDtCfl0JSAUh-agpM8BHi_cc/w480-h640/P7226405.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwqzpL7YUE2o9TVj3aTeM7kqKckqxZiotBXJm3Gt9KRkavyZmp29z9XI0msIooZAsmDUC3akcY0JueNG9bgQDrmzGgD-SNn38wDrgwMx3hy-HyZRfDV3Kaa_4ELgMnCLA_6qDdyCJtQolbKER-djO-Zw3gNSGdAuXmyKEPmxc1_IaaQSUTjLOjVdLf63M/s4580/P7226455.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4580" data-original-width="3435" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwqzpL7YUE2o9TVj3aTeM7kqKckqxZiotBXJm3Gt9KRkavyZmp29z9XI0msIooZAsmDUC3akcY0JueNG9bgQDrmzGgD-SNn38wDrgwMx3hy-HyZRfDV3Kaa_4ELgMnCLA_6qDdyCJtQolbKER-djO-Zw3gNSGdAuXmyKEPmxc1_IaaQSUTjLOjVdLf63M/w480-h640/P7226455.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The animal sculptures are sure to be a hit with visitors of all ages. 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text-align: left;">Now for all the info you need to know to visit Bright Nights...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Bright Nights is on display at Four Mile Historic Park, 715 St Forest St, Denver.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The season runs for ten weeks from July 26th through October 1st 2023.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Bright Nights is open from 7pm to 10pm on Wednesday, Thursdays and Sunday, and from 7pm to 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Tickets can be purchased online in advance at <b><u><a href="https://www.fourmilepark.org/brightnights/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.fourmilepark.org/brightnights/</a></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for children ages 3 - 12. Children under 3 are admitted free of charge.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The small parking lot at Four Mile Historic Park is reserved for drop off and disabled parking. On street parking is available along Exposition Avenue. Paid parking ($10 flat rate) is also available in a parking lot of the corner of S Forest Street and E Custer Place. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The terrain in Four Mile Historic Park can be a little bumpy in places so make sure to wear comfortable shoes. Wagons are a great alternative to strollers if you're visiting with little ones.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Make sure to bring bug spray! With all of the rain we've had lately there are plenty of hungry mosquitos around.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Outside food and drink is allowed (with the exception of alcohol) so feel free to bring snacks and water bottles for the kids. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Bathrooms are located on site in the Grant Family Education Center (where you'll also find the gift shop and exit) and the Gate House. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgImfSwgjZ4rJeMwIi2G5EzyQWO0ZBnxOu16Xi-qGGgqguLTmKtgQEoSLF5zSu2K_VPOkcHNGHsY0fJIem2kJTGnNToajlRfalUId0BynVqcm7R6kPGoJiM7xq-GrgG0lyPxqRSrgDX_YFSb3_Kk_KsJScQ-hFct8WFw2r6yOBxuitHMotgqAzrhbzrzHY/s5184/P7226488.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgImfSwgjZ4rJeMwIi2G5EzyQWO0ZBnxOu16Xi-qGGgqguLTmKtgQEoSLF5zSu2K_VPOkcHNGHsY0fJIem2kJTGnNToajlRfalUId0BynVqcm7R6kPGoJiM7xq-GrgG0lyPxqRSrgDX_YFSb3_Kk_KsJScQ-hFct8WFw2r6yOBxuitHMotgqAzrhbzrzHY/w640-h480/P7226488.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-26711566822429477892023-06-19T13:04:00.000-06:002023-06-19T13:04:01.665-06:00The Original McDonald's Museum<div style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This past week McDonald's has been celebrating the birthday of Grimace (everyone's favorite weird purple blob), so I thought it was as good a time as any to share our visit to the very first McDonald's restaurant.</div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Located along Route 66 in San Bernadino, California, this site is no longer a McDonald's restaurant, but it is home to a fun little museum celebrating all things McDonald's. We stopped by for a visit on our way from Los Angeles to Denver last Summer and it totally felt like stepping back in time. So many childhood memories in one building.</div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Let's take a look...</div><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrA1WBDbUvLaUItoA_EUYr6Y-6xh6IyrRlro1qg9sNZXb3X7DlJ0Tc4Ws_X30EFHfgFHeIMmQ2MXX5zQjF3g_3d4G7AfUOcfkOmMXMA8l555l7Auptz1P8uPaYRAK9kb2srXUZGmMCzzO0u_1KaG3Pf9pHuqelTIWu45h_OLcydrx6r1c3W4sargzn/s5150/P7294148.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" border="0" data-original-height="3862" data-original-width="5150" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrA1WBDbUvLaUItoA_EUYr6Y-6xh6IyrRlro1qg9sNZXb3X7DlJ0Tc4Ws_X30EFHfgFHeIMmQ2MXX5zQjF3g_3d4G7AfUOcfkOmMXMA8l555l7Auptz1P8uPaYRAK9kb2srXUZGmMCzzO0u_1KaG3Pf9pHuqelTIWu45h_OLcydrx6r1c3W4sargzn/w640-h480/P7294148.jpg" title="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" border="0" data-original-height="5027" data-original-width="3770" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCqsO2Q8CS9tZQ6wiIP62coGwhZWBhlhBShsVntkPadUFow0hqArMwJlz3izo0Lu3-wqRJBLbg5u5jTEjUE0FEkj485vn5F5uZlx9brEG5iJjWqrK5hiU1EZOuf6l-pvC9R9HcBBvxxwBPAWmRMLuQTt6PZYjddr33GchBu9Pyf9VtU4gT6IW-R6ol/w480-h640/P7294076.jpg" title="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" width="480" /></a></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ok, so first of all, let me clear up a little confusion about this particular site and McDonald's history.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are a few other places that hold similar titles, and it can be a little confusing. This particular site in San Bernadino is the home of the original McDonald's restaurant opened by brothers Dick and Mac McDonald in 1940. It was originally a barbeque restaurant with a large menu and classic car hop service. The brothers temporarily closed their restaurant in 1948 to refit it out as a fast food restaurant, reopening just three months later with a limited menu, the star of which was their 15c burgers. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In 1954, Multimixer salesman Ray Kroc visited the McDonald's restaurant and was fascinated by their fast food operation. He learned that the brothers were seeking to franchise their restaurant concept nationwide and jumped at the opportunity to become the national franchising agent. In 1955 Kroc opened the first McDonald's national franchise in Des Plaines, Illinois. This location in Des Plaines is also often listed as the original McDonald's. It was the first that we would recognize as a McDonald's today, complete with the golden arches signage, but not the original restaurant. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Another McDonald's restaurant that holds a similar title is the "Oldest McDonald's" restaurant in Downey, California. Unlike the original McDonald's that I'm sharing here, the restaurant in Downey is still in operation making it the longest running McDonald's restaurant. This particular McDonald's was opened in 1953 as the second California franchise (making it the third McDonald's over all) and was contracted separately to the national franchises under Ray Kroc a few years later. This means that when McDonald's national franchise designs were updated over the years, the McDonald's in Downey was not required to do so. Today it still looks almost exactly the same as it did when it first opened in 1953. This original styling makes it quite the tourist attraction.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ok, so there's your little (somewhat confusing!) history lesson for the day. Let's get back to it...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT4y34EsrLAXPgX-V_D1MTgVWgS8hyQnbTNyrf8HrSKwvcoJki2APDroa58p5Pu5LccB2rjnrNHrM6FOXjYkm4_8wmcf6hoZklKgtEB8ncNtLuOLMIbK_69JCEaERT6oVmIWbDFZuLJ0DxsqF9O4BDr4YyZs9vlpRhyv0YitOwuGOSqM_xj9YpGHvV/s5184/P7294144.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT4y34EsrLAXPgX-V_D1MTgVWgS8hyQnbTNyrf8HrSKwvcoJki2APDroa58p5Pu5LccB2rjnrNHrM6FOXjYkm4_8wmcf6hoZklKgtEB8ncNtLuOLMIbK_69JCEaERT6oVmIWbDFZuLJ0DxsqF9O4BDr4YyZs9vlpRhyv0YitOwuGOSqM_xj9YpGHvV/w640-h480/P7294144.jpg" title="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">By the time the site of the original McDonald's restaurant became a museum, there was very little of the original building left. In fact, the only thing that remains from the days of the McDonald's brothers is the bottom half of the golden arches sign (the large brick sign in the photo above). The building that stands on the site today was built in 1972 as another fast food restaurant. When the rundown site was purchased in 1998, media reported that the new owner planned to turn build a McDonald's museum. This had not originally been the plan, but the new owner quite liked this idea and so the museum was born. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The items on display here have all been donated by collectors over the years. You'll find a large array of items on display, including original packaging and utensils from the very first restaurant, Happy Meal toys from throughout the years, packaging and promotional items from all around the world, staff uniforms and badges, restaurant furniture and decor, and play equipment that is sure to bring back childhood memories. Even if you're not a fan of McDonald's food, the memorabilia on display is sure to fill you with nostalgia. Ok, and some of it might creep you out a little if you're not fond of clowns. There are quite a few scary looking Ronalds filling the display cases!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzWFVrj-_H6ZdvtR6BswhkkzhMjn8W7SkvIhQsyDwzph9OzVJCi9kaXRX1o7LRetPnzQY_EqUWHjtrEYnYR-qK_G65bZtf-kRWz-oonsdGUc-9V4WKAE-v3_SIDYKQ4vBXVBWeS7-aWv-kq9w2hZLblhREyAxdtTCz1FpoNlekhFyAQUav1LAIFiGS/s600/P7294133.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="450" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzWFVrj-_H6ZdvtR6BswhkkzhMjn8W7SkvIhQsyDwzph9OzVJCi9kaXRX1o7LRetPnzQY_EqUWHjtrEYnYR-qK_G65bZtf-kRWz-oonsdGUc-9V4WKAE-v3_SIDYKQ4vBXVBWeS7-aWv-kq9w2hZLblhREyAxdtTCz1FpoNlekhFyAQUav1LAIFiGS/w480-h640/P7294133.jpg" title="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Speaking of nostalgia, I was excited to see the plates that my brother and I used for much of our childhood on display. These were a pre-cursor to Happy Meal toys and I can remember that we used to get a booklet of McDonald's vouchers that featured particular items that could be purchased alongside meals. We only went to McDonald's once or twice a year (any Adelaide friends remember the 3 story McDonald's on Rundle Mall?) but somehow my parents managed to get us the plates that lined up with our birthdays. I still have my plate and even though I've eaten off it for a good 40 years now it's still in fantastic condition. See that plate on the left with Ronald spraying Mayor McCheese with a hose? That's the plate I have! My brother had the plate with Ronald on the beach in the next photo down. Both of these confused us a little as they relate the seasons, but were totally backward to us living in Australia. Why would Ronald go to the beach in July - it's Winter!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitdhXFHn0nGjOab9n3Z08zuPKEFhcqEB8GHfiCd8buEIebYwD4LMQypUyfZuSxVtNjpVxd2d1Xw6xlrKCkzJ4TAz_zHM6xsS52vThsQwXFLCDmCbWhHAuO58GgWJuASOIbFtDH93bHgUxTby7qMHI2VeVogbWI5ggJnrTKi8P0wXmiJotdcjqL4h6K/s800/P7294068.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitdhXFHn0nGjOab9n3Z08zuPKEFhcqEB8GHfiCd8buEIebYwD4LMQypUyfZuSxVtNjpVxd2d1Xw6xlrKCkzJ4TAz_zHM6xsS52vThsQwXFLCDmCbWhHAuO58GgWJuASOIbFtDH93bHgUxTby7qMHI2VeVogbWI5ggJnrTKi8P0wXmiJotdcjqL4h6K/w640-h480/P7294068.jpg" title="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLPymZsIpVXYvduE9aAPhH8PabFSvdbC-nlTjpYyA8tH6SfXuNq0nvGR46QIkzRZW_avzHJK0e551nXELNbXlEbMpy5GS3kyD7jdaFDRxIwyhPDFG6GwIGQM1Jbm653AjRH0YlrtnRtXZFRidwgpmwuHsdcrK9vADkiMofBySXId8yNpRtz1qUsnMY/s800/P7294055.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLPymZsIpVXYvduE9aAPhH8PabFSvdbC-nlTjpYyA8tH6SfXuNq0nvGR46QIkzRZW_avzHJK0e551nXELNbXlEbMpy5GS3kyD7jdaFDRxIwyhPDFG6GwIGQM1Jbm653AjRH0YlrtnRtXZFRidwgpmwuHsdcrK9vADkiMofBySXId8yNpRtz1qUsnMY/w640-h480/P7294055.jpg" title="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The kids had fun looking at all the past Happy Meal toys and trying to spot any that they have at home. Some of them were actually pretty impressive, like the Playmobil characters we saw. Playmobil is not cheap, so I didn't expect to see those as a Happy Meal toy. Do you spot any in the pics below that you had as a kid?</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFwP1kUVtpo53ZiCtNfrQ3AlD8tUyrKfdXWu89xi1uxRtdRT4F7UCTZ0XHUhOsMTObHQ8hIeHP81o0QZDd9YgQK07GUn-YWQFGQJWvQHINtJv8CEA5fajvru_N70fMpFuSZBG7SThvSHdvwS3CQrDjtLoBXziWzGfZqjkalxQq3_2kLEqAYz4JOM2H/s600/P7294128.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="450" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFwP1kUVtpo53ZiCtNfrQ3AlD8tUyrKfdXWu89xi1uxRtdRT4F7UCTZ0XHUhOsMTObHQ8hIeHP81o0QZDd9YgQK07GUn-YWQFGQJWvQHINtJv8CEA5fajvru_N70fMpFuSZBG7SThvSHdvwS3CQrDjtLoBXziWzGfZqjkalxQq3_2kLEqAYz4JOM2H/w480-h640/P7294128.jpg" title="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_dNuWA8gnbCdQXzLvndnh_2mMdvBjtbgTyiUiQNVQ_lebbE7PTRjcjUNZ7gW47eLTvDc74sfM_6K1l8gKpkcvYiK4LZrkNhxP5CWTfrcp22ojthvEq6POh6pU_9b2yQkWt38CMRhDR6z9xyTayO6jxQ6i2suB34W-XSwQpG5jXuaXbh39rL0CiuI3/s800/P7294064.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSmcjSJi5UTQY4tA9VQplpUOK5kKvXP9rclbn9cs0LQSCaT3ginqItBNLthSzSne2qwyluMYtlffUYvy3kSg1hfyL5J5AHUpJjGvMWRJp-i9054IozI8f4tNcagVdYtExHNmUQLrWNtXR5KucxpU1Uem_kLo2nKt31uM0l3Vw-3ybU61Np1DOZ8VSW/w640-h480/P7294091.jpg" title="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And, of course, there was the birthday boy, Grimace on display too. It wasn't his birthday then, but he's always been my favorite McDonald's character (along with the Hamburglar) so he needs his own spot here. I've always wondered just what Grimace is supposed to be. According to signage we saw, he was originally evil and had four arms for stealing milkshakes. But then he became a good guy. I still don't know what he is though!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFedsHEu2pyI0R3tUuIUpL-q7EGfpnAEGRNC51IEjxoAFtujqyXdVJ0BRNVHEs8MuE2KdSN2CUJ5n311DLeBzPlRtBv9DBc9Lc_sB9s4v4Nvoad1VeBvNbLqzG8yVzkSIlFJJcwNWW-2b0J3zPHXWVo2KFGetowjCdELCu6mORyBgUZSrxVxxovahZ/s600/P7294108.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="450" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFedsHEu2pyI0R3tUuIUpL-q7EGfpnAEGRNC51IEjxoAFtujqyXdVJ0BRNVHEs8MuE2KdSN2CUJ5n311DLeBzPlRtBv9DBc9Lc_sB9s4v4Nvoad1VeBvNbLqzG8yVzkSIlFJJcwNWW-2b0J3zPHXWVo2KFGetowjCdELCu6mORyBgUZSrxVxxovahZ/w480-h640/P7294108.jpg" title="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLM0-LzdeYJfDGrYyUo76OD_kJjZPGi1yKCHXIHAM3E5dHglhpNrA0oaVunVnLc5sGS7h5ekd0f2eu0o7P3lgiDGqzitWakJpYMY-LWvkcZrPQ3IZ-Fni1MUVl-kPWHdiO1aWT6j32hnLUxV9IaXJWxuL3kR4LOZxo5FbPljAQc5HqTTPEMDa_0cyKy2Q/s4032/IMG_4139.heic" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLM0-LzdeYJfDGrYyUo76OD_kJjZPGi1yKCHXIHAM3E5dHglhpNrA0oaVunVnLc5sGS7h5ekd0f2eu0o7P3lgiDGqzitWakJpYMY-LWvkcZrPQ3IZ-Fni1MUVl-kPWHdiO1aWT6j32hnLUxV9IaXJWxuL3kR4LOZxo5FbPljAQc5HqTTPEMDa_0cyKy2Q/w480-h640/IMG_4139.heic" title="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Outside of the museum the displays continue with signage and playground equipment from McDonald's stores and a large San Bernadino mural that stretches along the side of the building. The kids had been keen to try out every piece of playground equipment on display, but it was incredibly hot the day of our visit so many of the items on display were a little too hot to touch. Plus there isn't an awful lot of shade outside. We had just arrived back from Australian Winter the day prior so being out in the scorching sun felt extra uncomfortable. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjts2fJJt90YD1shLw83_3UCqpbD9vPXQU2Vc9ZYnX0eAM0aeoESVPZs4iYU1rwPF4yEUpexO8nPpHVGiELryjzGBoD0VzLdcOaw8WI9wevlXK7P9HmE9HWGecO0oLYCdKFPauTuT907EWvIzQ3c2sks9nVLMgQSDCsYmI6odfPwh7aO_kUTKADnzJG/s5184/P7294140.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjts2fJJt90YD1shLw83_3UCqpbD9vPXQU2Vc9ZYnX0eAM0aeoESVPZs4iYU1rwPF4yEUpexO8nPpHVGiELryjzGBoD0VzLdcOaw8WI9wevlXK7P9HmE9HWGecO0oLYCdKFPauTuT907EWvIzQ3c2sks9nVLMgQSDCsYmI6odfPwh7aO_kUTKADnzJG/w480-h640/P7294140.jpg" title="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The museum is open daily from 10am to 5pm.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Entry is free, but donations are always welcome.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7GJmNDmoYGSRXhr5U3r4-VaKg7QWfvICK9cbCgI5YR6kzoi5xhwqUvgQIz5ERpZL-k65fVvKHIr4cc8mkyx9eSygOosrK_pyhT8TkYNv-uczGLlhEI5KVtdntlKVPVmrT4lcu-PVs9AJ2TtVxDzzBf3h_fYfL_ZcPe6ikPYtkqMmoyKihhOtoUylofG4/s800/P7294043.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7GJmNDmoYGSRXhr5U3r4-VaKg7QWfvICK9cbCgI5YR6kzoi5xhwqUvgQIz5ERpZL-k65fVvKHIr4cc8mkyx9eSygOosrK_pyhT8TkYNv-uczGLlhEI5KVtdntlKVPVmrT4lcu-PVs9AJ2TtVxDzzBf3h_fYfL_ZcPe6ikPYtkqMmoyKihhOtoUylofG4/w640-h480/P7294043.jpg" title="The Original McDonald's Museum, San Bernadino CA" width="640" /></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-24847674365868602522023-04-12T12:26:00.001-06:002023-04-12T12:26:13.782-06:0030+ Things to do in Colorado with Kids<div style="text-align: left;">Summer Break is coming up in just a few months, and while that often means taking a trip out of state or even overseas, some of the best vacations are spent right at home exploring your own backyard. If you're in Colorado and planning to stay home this Summer (or if you're visiting Colorado from elsewhere) there is plenty of fun to be had locally.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Now, for a lot of people, when they think of Colorado the first things that come to mind are the mountains, skiing, snowboarding and hiking. Those are also the main things you'll see when you google "things to do in Colorado" or if you follow Colorado based bloggers/influencers. The mountains here are beautiful, but if you're like me and you don't really care for Winter sports or trekking far away from civilization, finding resources for things to do in Colorado can be a little tricky. So that's what I'm sharing with you here today! We're not skiers or hikers, so while you'll find a few short hikes in this post, I'm leaving the more outdoorsy pursuits to the pros. If you're looking for mountainy adventures, I'll share a few of my favorite local bloggers and influencers at the end. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Let's take a look at my favorite things to do in Colorado with kids...</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL7T-TuzXhGEIb1mcCiVipVC6YU9fYvF-us8Jb3Dd9HCxkZyU678ntmZDm2SrqvAl1xjgzsrYvqlJ3aXJFK2MAsc8eTB716D7rlL4H4487zLtVqEfCUcdw4Po_bh_9PYNeJk1t0eZ7GtF7UzIJoBsA_4bXZ1HcUc4zsOUWa9F7F8WQCgwqIhbcet9p/s4985/P9205615.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Denver murals" border="0" data-original-height="4985" data-original-width="3739" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL7T-TuzXhGEIb1mcCiVipVC6YU9fYvF-us8Jb3Dd9HCxkZyU678ntmZDm2SrqvAl1xjgzsrYvqlJ3aXJFK2MAsc8eTB716D7rlL4H4487zLtVqEfCUcdw4Po_bh_9PYNeJk1t0eZ7GtF7UzIJoBsA_4bXZ1HcUc4zsOUWa9F7F8WQCgwqIhbcet9p/w480-h640/P9205615.jpg" title="Denver murals" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaiDjyNKlH9uP-ITRg7h-hu8009mp7OZ-ngMfQD9GisR_HW_AtvxCNDHKPQWfLklRYv6HTH09QVTeC9058qHsmHrxB4jeVGEdHUl4K3_x6u48CQcZ9ZudSxG4OSozif__oHeQqM1OgXzK2fPBwCLfNelkvm7xIhZyTUBUMa4Cm8fuwRHIh7f2-pMzc/s5106/P9143515.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Meow Wolf: Convergence Station, Denver, Colorado" border="0" data-original-height="5106" data-original-width="3830" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaiDjyNKlH9uP-ITRg7h-hu8009mp7OZ-ngMfQD9GisR_HW_AtvxCNDHKPQWfLklRYv6HTH09QVTeC9058qHsmHrxB4jeVGEdHUl4K3_x6u48CQcZ9ZudSxG4OSozif__oHeQqM1OgXzK2fPBwCLfNelkvm7xIhZyTUBUMa4Cm8fuwRHIh7f2-pMzc/w480-h640/P9143515.jpg" title="Meow Wolf: Convergence Station, Denver, Colorado" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp7WUlXsZKEmS7EFt2StlWZqu8AUGZAJc-V4DPZ7yUszd1b8T73BivrUqTcoNB2usTsuo6h8mz_7TOzuu_KngBv_F9zn152ctd_hrnqDhyoef9Wns57WHKQS7xwBsyUTn4rwSPFfzUeV6SCMuH1hLHgWfZWL3TegEq71jTLLBtSPctmEKpHuyAukAQ/s5184/P6174705.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Denver Art Museum" border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp7WUlXsZKEmS7EFt2StlWZqu8AUGZAJc-V4DPZ7yUszd1b8T73BivrUqTcoNB2usTsuo6h8mz_7TOzuu_KngBv_F9zn152ctd_hrnqDhyoef9Wns57WHKQS7xwBsyUTn4rwSPFfzUeV6SCMuH1hLHgWfZWL3TegEq71jTLLBtSPctmEKpHuyAukAQ/w480-h640/P6174705.jpg" title="Denver Art Museum" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLFF_pRFFTBQ7ZW6bOJs_iB6aRBf2vEfD45SPjt9APO2WpVCjIx364vHtQXifqulajaNhNnZWocoJfxWvzjBNW4tjqWGf4Aabjr_O4fJ64lFk-hkewTV36qfVq7CYCMGi7MqHHV1Hszz2oBf2eo069YyPnAVS3ebsFydIhA3zJQaibO3gN88wt3s0h/s5007/P2080965.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="SeaQuest, Littleton" border="0" data-original-height="5007" data-original-width="3755" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLFF_pRFFTBQ7ZW6bOJs_iB6aRBf2vEfD45SPjt9APO2WpVCjIx364vHtQXifqulajaNhNnZWocoJfxWvzjBNW4tjqWGf4Aabjr_O4fJ64lFk-hkewTV36qfVq7CYCMGi7MqHHV1Hszz2oBf2eo069YyPnAVS3ebsFydIhA3zJQaibO3gN88wt3s0h/w480-h640/P2080965.jpg" title="SeaQuest, Littleton" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8gLipEH6e6IQmlhW1YGv1-t3GlNWdQkKuuV63HPWP8jRYpYMvHX2Lp1L1Dj2AjUtNCdtfnz6pIdobaHqlf1z7bw-odQwpG8XkCooyn7vasXO3jaGgOJC3HwBOza58eNu9uxPvsNXg1NPacxgPx1WYaqeig9EdwKZ6THBvvQO7TJOe69_nvGIp11P8/s5184/P5081388.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Neon Alley, Pueblo, California" border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8gLipEH6e6IQmlhW1YGv1-t3GlNWdQkKuuV63HPWP8jRYpYMvHX2Lp1L1Dj2AjUtNCdtfnz6pIdobaHqlf1z7bw-odQwpG8XkCooyn7vasXO3jaGgOJC3HwBOza58eNu9uxPvsNXg1NPacxgPx1WYaqeig9EdwKZ6THBvvQO7TJOe69_nvGIp11P8/w480-h640/P5081388.jpg" title="Neon Alley, Pueblo, California" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiswvJfpcdxRNLH8zO_WTC1V-iXlUGJ1zL6juSZBuWVvKk5sRnbHaoDCzpn8joJIb88MoTk1bxW1Lg8vbDGddXuSeLcJixRuz9uAfzSZ7AxpqyjGh0nbh5JK9DepT2cGl0UqqQJ3zKu5BwXiSwpaJ6jUvXENvvu4WJE3qsAR4gITptBxWvXW5ZXRWdJ/s5043/P5081272.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Denver Selfie Museum, Colorado" border="0" data-original-height="3807" data-original-width="5076" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnqUPWyHUH3ikRrsDriF02iTIEEZhmUAJ_6wkd3HkDuOX8Sc4oh0yaxuHg_LIRD5cUnje204hDfS2pbFpsyL99P4BV8cd0BOkJe2DGSCraEDMHe5YX8blG_mJ89YgXrjljJZvW5C4hvHJ2Aed-lEDPS4LCGTYf6GPUNFg21Pi5ZQBR_eoDNlbkiv6-/w640-h480/P8053781.jpg" title="Denver Selfie Museum, Colorado" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQaILFEjsgJ4NUzd-zHQoZmW3w9-vB4dqodB-2Lf3A1c12vH41-5eX5cg4rr-lH8qAuC5CPVPMMAZbEh5hiLZO-4eYw7qpeQE-OL7eCq2fOd9mFoDlkYlDOTD1GDwMue7qiN9uSQuYEvtVmtkhgc1MTsJlbx0Xk9hHgfnjrElMxLSO8k9LIsx66EnR/s5184/P7081689.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado" border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQaILFEjsgJ4NUzd-zHQoZmW3w9-vB4dqodB-2Lf3A1c12vH41-5eX5cg4rr-lH8qAuC5CPVPMMAZbEh5hiLZO-4eYw7qpeQE-OL7eCq2fOd9mFoDlkYlDOTD1GDwMue7qiN9uSQuYEvtVmtkhgc1MTsJlbx0Xk9hHgfnjrElMxLSO8k9LIsx66EnR/w640-h480/P7081689.jpg" title="Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6zchGnv6DU7TJVX2l9q1XXoKtnCvOASg8KC0vu4MJDYmFNTU5Zp3bXxnsrAf6EXw2ybax6TN06bFrrhl4X9dXAPc7ONeAgjQn4mgOdi1Q1RMJi9-6_8Mw-wAljdGo6ZiFLUOK0kZGcSYx0_1JSkCQJ2qG9QRjLP_t3qdCGRXRwL--IDGJ-SB0LpMf/s5184/P3243706.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Colorado" border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6zchGnv6DU7TJVX2l9q1XXoKtnCvOASg8KC0vu4MJDYmFNTU5Zp3bXxnsrAf6EXw2ybax6TN06bFrrhl4X9dXAPc7ONeAgjQn4mgOdi1Q1RMJi9-6_8Mw-wAljdGo6ZiFLUOK0kZGcSYx0_1JSkCQJ2qG9QRjLP_t3qdCGRXRwL--IDGJ-SB0LpMf/w640-h480/P3243706.jpg" title="Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Colorado" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg136rELq_4tTyx-Tw2TkxtReED_oiiHMv69-Rwf7p-Y4BNbTUXE8nrYwOY2yVWiJGaV26Lp1x1jI3y3QbOmwqh1ccWDbZI6_nqPlf0nAb_9HB1vTlG5Ht6JTVd4m5pmAL4YUcNxYKQpmj39Wxr-kifFWDITvaqwSG3L8GbGDO8HW234fC9jKEaibnP/s5184/P3306165.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Colorado Springs, Colorado" border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg136rELq_4tTyx-Tw2TkxtReED_oiiHMv69-Rwf7p-Y4BNbTUXE8nrYwOY2yVWiJGaV26Lp1x1jI3y3QbOmwqh1ccWDbZI6_nqPlf0nAb_9HB1vTlG5Ht6JTVd4m5pmAL4YUcNxYKQpmj39Wxr-kifFWDITvaqwSG3L8GbGDO8HW234fC9jKEaibnP/w640-h480/P3306165.jpg" title="Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Colorado Springs, Colorado" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMTREwVlKZwQ9ax2txfDzqf5cbewtIggtTbpdYubsBxTDOC1wSa0RKuEowED1dZ7FWGrt_19vTDB4mRW90e5216EV8yKFUUyLDalAWoet_57psS2jIpEo9zjuo6ENSJgVr-CWbtTMdyHTzJXdpY6vmuzT8cf7RVJIOmj4zM6g2ct-YHEcvHY-2KJpP/s4608/P1040499.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Estes Park, Colorado" border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMTREwVlKZwQ9ax2txfDzqf5cbewtIggtTbpdYubsBxTDOC1wSa0RKuEowED1dZ7FWGrt_19vTDB4mRW90e5216EV8yKFUUyLDalAWoet_57psS2jIpEo9zjuo6ENSJgVr-CWbtTMdyHTzJXdpY6vmuzT8cf7RVJIOmj4zM6g2ct-YHEcvHY-2KJpP/w640-h480/P1040499.jpg" title="Estes Park, Colorado" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQ4dtnVs2oE1bGS-2REtWEEIlSYkRvRVTiAdH2HX9Q_9__YWdMwphNhc3g8ncyBHFlczQcS7zAWgLd_KSZqAphCmN3e1QaBy-4g0zI4CT1LzqLyokLaqm7bB0jjxm3Jo9NJ7hrK2qD3xlS2qBSsrQxzU3bajz1-aH4629hJYezQCzNLICjZdwX7zSZ/s5160/P3285895.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Junkyard Social Club, Boulder" border="0" data-original-height="3870" data-original-width="5160" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQ4dtnVs2oE1bGS-2REtWEEIlSYkRvRVTiAdH2HX9Q_9__YWdMwphNhc3g8ncyBHFlczQcS7zAWgLd_KSZqAphCmN3e1QaBy-4g0zI4CT1LzqLyokLaqm7bB0jjxm3Jo9NJ7hrK2qD3xlS2qBSsrQxzU3bajz1-aH4629hJYezQCzNLICjZdwX7zSZ/w640-h480/P3285895.jpg" title="Junkyard Social Club, Boulder" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijdHqcxCpyCo6bUpETWwFB6P7hsskVo3T3Y7OuxbXOWs9VGYJWZthIMk6CHIt7jv9ADbXyWsJ93EY1YIiCqmCIY7_nLr-AA9MyCihBj-sUgk0fqXNweu6Sj0k8fCWl0kp64_GTS7faP9baNT94e3-Ypca8QxLxmhJCAHfUBzFOMV0LWKL-m6ZzuI-n/s5184/P5091708.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado" border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijdHqcxCpyCo6bUpETWwFB6P7hsskVo3T3Y7OuxbXOWs9VGYJWZthIMk6CHIt7jv9ADbXyWsJ93EY1YIiCqmCIY7_nLr-AA9MyCihBj-sUgk0fqXNweu6Sj0k8fCWl0kp64_GTS7faP9baNT94e3-Ypca8QxLxmhJCAHfUBzFOMV0LWKL-m6ZzuI-n/w640-h480/P5091708.jpg" title="Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKAGC2CUxxHKkortMh2Dksgv24Ysw5eaGQHWYK3UgIJ8bA7pez9eLGJLozugXWODjIbGCTB9e6UBAbOcLkPPMgjDpkMRp0wYs6SMkUlX9WoAGbYvzxUh-dyUSAGkSRzkGHshXaOwRQvyhJKc6CRT8ObZtGLTSrV85bVPyMUGrj28rrc6hP8ukGyCHr/s4325/P6101665.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Colorado Railroad Museum, Golden, Colorado" border="0" data-original-height="3244" data-original-width="4325" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKAGC2CUxxHKkortMh2Dksgv24Ysw5eaGQHWYK3UgIJ8bA7pez9eLGJLozugXWODjIbGCTB9e6UBAbOcLkPPMgjDpkMRp0wYs6SMkUlX9WoAGbYvzxUh-dyUSAGkSRzkGHshXaOwRQvyhJKc6CRT8ObZtGLTSrV85bVPyMUGrj28rrc6hP8ukGyCHr/w640-h480/P6101665.jpg" title="Colorado Railroad Museum, Golden, Colorado" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKhz3w_7KCWW-9Awo66VYcn2xByr4psfFjXGBWgVa2rrQa1C-TQ6Vs3-Y-gu4UZ-d3n2ThFRqYiTWkX7awFPwRtnP1LqBMmmbQAoRWMOx9peFgcl92TEhm9LAXPMjmx0OU7Q77hMnUrbnm8wgAbf4zQxgvqGwqboaMphp0ts5zjA_IA8JfnA3Bnj2W/s5184/P7081560.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado" border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKhz3w_7KCWW-9Awo66VYcn2xByr4psfFjXGBWgVa2rrQa1C-TQ6Vs3-Y-gu4UZ-d3n2ThFRqYiTWkX7awFPwRtnP1LqBMmmbQAoRWMOx9peFgcl92TEhm9LAXPMjmx0OU7Q77hMnUrbnm8wgAbf4zQxgvqGwqboaMphp0ts5zjA_IA8JfnA3Bnj2W/w640-h480/P7081560.jpg" title="Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiYBL2gkKB53AZNQ4yzclmWzMos_2jltY8lt6764tX0LQCUJeWukCQPdSp0rnfkt6Hnly3ZjCVrGdi_xis9AGB4XQACPjRlLd0VuM1SW9vihif56l3Tzyhn2Lk-vtqFfTFjJIuqbxUg7wVp5GWIaRxNijhIHK5d8nOKYvaPqJeNTGbxg6KVCVgeSUq/s5111/P3243931.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Red Rocks State Park, Colorado" border="0" data-original-height="3833" data-original-width="5111" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiYBL2gkKB53AZNQ4yzclmWzMos_2jltY8lt6764tX0LQCUJeWukCQPdSp0rnfkt6Hnly3ZjCVrGdi_xis9AGB4XQACPjRlLd0VuM1SW9vihif56l3Tzyhn2Lk-vtqFfTFjJIuqbxUg7wVp5GWIaRxNijhIHK5d8nOKYvaPqJeNTGbxg6KVCVgeSUq/w640-h480/P3243931.jpg" title="Red Rocks State Park, Colorado" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwEwAHhTg1kDjSXvZcaE4h5nYnqsHlGBB0vaoDquuXvYTfB5M55TyUT-vxEHjJQ6_l-g5FxoEA8U7-z11NiS-1b9gRPkQTpWmfJ1DrrI3yv7dP6vRmg9wN0DNQCyYMUAW55dzlIBjEMvKY8U3PuUY38N3cGIGT1SVcHjaRyn8MfKaIuX7sh1zrm7xA/s4608/P9016172.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Estes Park Tramway, Colorado" border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwEwAHhTg1kDjSXvZcaE4h5nYnqsHlGBB0vaoDquuXvYTfB5M55TyUT-vxEHjJQ6_l-g5FxoEA8U7-z11NiS-1b9gRPkQTpWmfJ1DrrI3yv7dP6vRmg9wN0DNQCyYMUAW55dzlIBjEMvKY8U3PuUY38N3cGIGT1SVcHjaRyn8MfKaIuX7sh1zrm7xA/w640-h480/P9016172.jpg" title="Estes Park Tramway, Colorado" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Because I'm sharing a large variety of places and activities here, I've broken it down into the following categories: </div><div style="text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Museums, Galleries & Street Art</li><li>Animal Experiences</li><li>Playgrounds & Play Spaces</li><li>Great Outdoors</li></ul><div>In each category the places and activities are listed in alphabetical order. </div><div><br /></div><div>Let's get to it...</div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Museums, Galleries & Street Art</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Colorado is home to a wealth of museums, galleries and public art displays. No matter what you're interest is, you're sure to find something for you here. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Colorado Railroad Museum</b><br />Not all museums are indoors! Once of my favorite places to take the kids is the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden. This interactive museum is spread over a 15 acre railyard and is home to a wealth of trains, carriages and train related equipment from all through Colorado's history. Steam train rides are available at certain times of the year as well as themed events including the Polar Express during the holidays.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Colorado Railroad Museum is located at 17155 W 44th Avenue, Golden.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information visit <u><a href="https://coloradorailroadmuseum.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://coloradorailroadmuseum.org/</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can see our visit to Colorado Railroad Museum here:</div><div style="text-align: left;"><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2022/06/colorado-railroad-museum.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2022/06/colorado-railroad-museum.html</a></u></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaGPOxlRS_qI6oLeI_4iRYUoBij1JADEko9Wc-9MAtl-2caY1f-k_vwYqA0vvC7QduoWbDHIFKYQEP_QvWLabIboVyzI9XADamni6l4_ujNZKSO9Wh5JyBvY0B2XzbWyRaOZhVYnaCkXniPtJf-033-OWQfMw66bOfsV666zcpGlCwTrs_-_LHz-F_/s5104/P6101994.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3828" data-original-width="5104" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaGPOxlRS_qI6oLeI_4iRYUoBij1JADEko9Wc-9MAtl-2caY1f-k_vwYqA0vvC7QduoWbDHIFKYQEP_QvWLabIboVyzI9XADamni6l4_ujNZKSO9Wh5JyBvY0B2XzbWyRaOZhVYnaCkXniPtJf-033-OWQfMw66bOfsV666zcpGlCwTrs_-_LHz-F_/w640-h480/P6101994.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div><b>Denver Art Museum</b></div><div>Located in Downtown Denver, the Denver Art Museum is a great spot for tourists and locals alike. The museum is home to permanent and temporary collections covering a wealth of art, design and culture from all over the world and throughout history. The building itself is a work of art and you'll find several large sculptures outside including the iconic "Big Sweep" dustpan and broom sculpture located by the main entrance. </div><div><br /></div><div>Denver Art Museum is located at 100 W 14th Avenue Parkway, Denver.</div><div><br /></div><div>For more information visit <u><a href="https://www.denverartmuseum.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.denverartmuseum.org/</a></u></div><div><br /></div><div>You can see our visit to Denver Art Museum here:<br /><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/07/denver-art-museum.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/07/denver-art-museum.html</a></u></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB9IZkNvqZx4cMcbWvy830ybWBFRUrlGRtRxueUqFro7pV5xBEksp8VdgjlONobTImP61Ug9CuGsevvsnjZvlxtZ0tfFS-kQ9ELpNF7QcwlaUp0VhcTNk0ca4zfnEIEdXRYJ7wDTrJc7RP0ef1n1NwWCsfxST4vvtz3efauiGkRbnO5LbitLRSsvfx/s5184/P6174898.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB9IZkNvqZx4cMcbWvy830ybWBFRUrlGRtRxueUqFro7pV5xBEksp8VdgjlONobTImP61Ug9CuGsevvsnjZvlxtZ0tfFS-kQ9ELpNF7QcwlaUp0VhcTNk0ca4zfnEIEdXRYJ7wDTrJc7RP0ef1n1NwWCsfxST4vvtz3efauiGkRbnO5LbitLRSsvfx/w640-h480/P6174898.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Denver Museum of Nature & Science</b></div><div>Denver Museum of Nature & Science is a big hit with the whole family. With exhibitions focusing on dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures, Colorado's geologic treasures, the human body, wildlife, ancient Egypt, Native American cultures, and space there really is something for everyone. The museum is home to a wealth of hands on exhibitions that are sure to keep kids of all ages entertained. </div><div><br /></div><div>Denver Museum of Nature & Science is located at 2001 Colorado Boulevard, Denver.</div><div><br /></div><div>For more information visit <u><a href="https://www.dmns.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.dmns.org/</a></u></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji-54JSXE6HUrLPuBhJolz__LSElMMUgVfiFYBheVkbmHIy-x0pQMrYnSfI-__3gA2GZEAfFONq_1e03f1su1YtJHrXkac1BtXSU14dNxRYgcptF8nOD8wC00xll-to8fglHp0HK20NEAeZygn3gytJ6um7XcramxxRR5hEtL2x963TzZQVUylRVJi/s5184/P7112624.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji-54JSXE6HUrLPuBhJolz__LSElMMUgVfiFYBheVkbmHIy-x0pQMrYnSfI-__3gA2GZEAfFONq_1e03f1su1YtJHrXkac1BtXSU14dNxRYgcptF8nOD8wC00xll-to8fglHp0HK20NEAeZygn3gytJ6um7XcramxxRR5hEtL2x963TzZQVUylRVJi/w480-h640/P7112624.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><div><b>Denver Selfie Museum</b></div><div>Ok, this one is a little different to your usual museum. In fact, it's really only a museum in name - unless you consider yourself part of the exhibition! Denver Selfie Museum is an interactive gallery filled with props and photo set ups where visitors can take fun selfies. </div><div><br /></div><div>Denver Selfie Museum is located at 1531 Stout Street Suite 102, Denver</div><div><br /></div><div>For more information visit <u><a href="https://denverselfiemuseum.com/" target="_blank">https://denverselfiemuseum.com/</a></u></div><div><br /></div><div>You can see our visit to Denver Selfie Museum here: </div><div><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/06/our-visit-to-denver-selfie-museum.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/06/our-visit-to-denver-selfie-museum.html</a></u></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjTCgoLet9Zhp2KbGrtwkGW9WejtnZNLsDDYPeqH5GbU7GoRMetLCTXUtOjcCF3Z0Z1QyvjMSkOM6HDvthxUqzt8gPvnnQIdupJH3pEr6iudtzObRq3PG74VWlaB76RAY3og323SGtfp1lgd-m94qWk-xSlwdxnJAAWClTpNpp34UUfSQJ1apai7Ig/s4741/P8053900.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3556" data-original-width="4741" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjTCgoLet9Zhp2KbGrtwkGW9WejtnZNLsDDYPeqH5GbU7GoRMetLCTXUtOjcCF3Z0Z1QyvjMSkOM6HDvthxUqzt8gPvnnQIdupJH3pEr6iudtzObRq3PG74VWlaB76RAY3og323SGtfp1lgd-m94qWk-xSlwdxnJAAWClTpNpp34UUfSQJ1apai7Ig/w640-h480/P8053900.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><div><b>Dinosaur Ridge</b></div><div>If you've got dinosaur loving kids (or adults) in your family, Dinosaur Ridge in Morrison is a must visit. This historic site is part museum and part geological park. You'll find a Visitor Center and Discovery Center with indoor exhibitions, hands on experiences including dig sites, plenty of handy information, and a gift store. The main attraction of Dinosaur Ridge, however, is outside. The site features walking trails that take visitors to multiple dinosaur track sites, with one site alone featuring 250 dinosaur tracks. The paved trails also showcase various fossils including the site of the first stegosaurus fossil discovery. Visitors are able to take part in guided tours or walk the trails on their own. The fossil sites are pretty well marked so we went with the self guided tour when we visited. </div></div><div><br /></div><div>Dinosaur Ridge is located at 16831 W Alameda Parkway, Morrison.</div><div><br /></div><div>For more information visit <u><a href="https://dinoridge.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://dinoridge.org/</a></u></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGSKrHpOsZRI_CcTwND9YSxYwD90medb9kZzYTNZbXf5miIDnpU3ZJC_iFnFvctp1CyvDZKsn6B1xWQ7qMwDcL3mOJpZJV_3dAV_VnKYaAk9Q1RgCqr1_aelQT2QclY4heo6T4frts-poh36ku9sE5NJA8x0Idbp7VG9fd5amDgny-TRPf14JWRV8a/s4608/PC294747.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGSKrHpOsZRI_CcTwND9YSxYwD90medb9kZzYTNZbXf5miIDnpU3ZJC_iFnFvctp1CyvDZKsn6B1xWQ7qMwDcL3mOJpZJV_3dAV_VnKYaAk9Q1RgCqr1_aelQT2QclY4heo6T4frts-poh36ku9sE5NJA8x0Idbp7VG9fd5amDgny-TRPf14JWRV8a/w640-h480/PC294747.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><b>Four Mile Historic Park</b></div></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Want to step back in time and experience what life was like in the Wild West? Four Mile Historic Park in Denver's Cherry Creek neighborhood is the place to be! Home to Denver's oldest standing structure, the Four Mile House Museum, this park also features a small working farm, historically accurate displays of life in the Wild West and seasonal events. We're yet to visit during the day but we've been in the evening for a holiday event and it was interesting to see a little of what life would have been likein the early days of Colorado.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div>Four Mile Historic Park is located at 715 S Forest Street, Denver.</div><div><br /></div><div>For more information visit <u><a href="https://www.fourmilepark.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.fourmilepark.org/</a></u></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTydkNy_t6mNFAQc-d7snQuJjh6i4rEPbHtcuHUhERvB5Zz8oiprKCzsEoM9SnqDcFVIWs8A_ZELw29hLuMd3v5clED0i9aoJM4c6ylLWOGBi5-mzFft-njKpBxw5FP6OJjyQbmWnAtxu13UE1TwyCo85Oi_pnPXUMim3j_RYBqCl12o-VdH0RpONq/s2957/IMG_1484.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2218" data-original-width="2957" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTydkNy_t6mNFAQc-d7snQuJjh6i4rEPbHtcuHUhERvB5Zz8oiprKCzsEoM9SnqDcFVIWs8A_ZELw29hLuMd3v5clED0i9aoJM4c6ylLWOGBi5-mzFft-njKpBxw5FP6OJjyQbmWnAtxu13UE1TwyCo85Oi_pnPXUMim3j_RYBqCl12o-VdH0RpONq/w640-h480/IMG_1484.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div><b>Manitou Cliff Dwellings</b></div><div>I just shared a museum that showcases life of the early European settlers to Colorado, but if you're keen to see how some indigenous Coloradans lived prior to European settlement, then look no further than Manitou Cliff Dwellings. This fascinating site is home to an authentic Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwelling dating back 800 to 1000 years. Visitors are able to enter the 40 room cliff dwellings and it's a really fascinating experience for young and old. An onsite museum housed in a Pueblo building features informative dioramas as well as artifacts including pottery, weapons and tools. <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Manitou Cliff Dwellings is located at 10 Cliff Dwellings Road, Manitou Springs. </div><div><br /></div><div>For more information visit <a href="https://www.cliffdwellingsmuseum.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.cliffdwellingsmuseum.com/</a> </div><div><br /></div><div>You can see our visit to Manitou Cliff Dwellings here: </div><div><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/05/manitou-cliff-dwellings.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/05/manitou-cliff-dwellings.html</a></u></div></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeSE4G9EecGP17JUtsdkyBjWka6jw2tyZhu3BkWVYtkdMdTplWvenCAUA0wRbJv3F-o6GiRH8p8c2pe8xi4V5-btw2aCNPuW2CFb1MKCsEgUsA0DYmD_8jHmPjQY3ypuqBMrhS4R4jyfyJ3jFGkpbuUBNTgcij1AxWos3UjXgoNaECAopWqvLithMI/s5184/P3243675.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Colorado" border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeSE4G9EecGP17JUtsdkyBjWka6jw2tyZhu3BkWVYtkdMdTplWvenCAUA0wRbJv3F-o6GiRH8p8c2pe8xi4V5-btw2aCNPuW2CFb1MKCsEgUsA0DYmD_8jHmPjQY3ypuqBMrhS4R4jyfyJ3jFGkpbuUBNTgcij1AxWos3UjXgoNaECAopWqvLithMI/w640-h480/P3243675.jpg" title="Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Colorado" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Meow Wolf: Convergence Station<br /></b>Where do I even begin to explain Meow Wolf: Convergence Station? It's one of those places that really needs to be seen to be believed. Think of it as an immersive art exhibition combined with a whole new dimension and you're part way there. Convergence Station is like many different worlds contained in the one building. Worlds filled with colors, sounds, creatures, and technology beyond your wildest imagination. I really can't explain it in a way that does it justice, so you'll just have to go see it for yourself. </div><div><br /></div><div>Convergence Station is located at 1338 1st Street, Denver.</div><div><br /></div><div>For more information visit <a href="https://meowwolf.com/visit/denver" target="_blank">https://meowwolf.com/visit/denver</a></div><div><br /></div><div>You can see our visits to Meow Wolf convergence Station at the links below: </div><div><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/09/meow-wolf-convergence-station.html" style="text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/09/meow-wolf-convergence-station.html</a> </div><div><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CfPCpdIg8Ga/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/p/CfPCpdIg8Ga/</a></u></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicBjlUZ0wJPHg0aLpMX_c8Liaag2WPsJGH6yiumwbAJ3kzab1iBDmbD_Eb8GKcjlCUtmryrVpXPHSzJE3eJbFPOi1RN4ft3dTFMfFmsGUoyE_KnuBZXfYxDFo1xRFlSZYa_y_5v5-6wKczTtNkA-83IryC8-cA91_R_RsOlBcINmtBazmZhipZw810/s5184/P9143705.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicBjlUZ0wJPHg0aLpMX_c8Liaag2WPsJGH6yiumwbAJ3kzab1iBDmbD_Eb8GKcjlCUtmryrVpXPHSzJE3eJbFPOi1RN4ft3dTFMfFmsGUoyE_KnuBZXfYxDFo1xRFlSZYa_y_5v5-6wKczTtNkA-83IryC8-cA91_R_RsOlBcINmtBazmZhipZw810/w640-h480/P9143705.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Neon Alley in Pueblo<br /></b>Pueblo is close to a two hour drive south of Denver making it an easy day trip or a great place to visit while checking out nearby sites such as the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Royal Gorge. My favorite thing about Pueblo is an area known as Neon Alley. As you can probably guess from the name, this area is home to a collection of old neon signs. They're pretty impressive to see at any time of day, but as the sun goes down and the lights turn on this collection really begins to shine. Literally! </div><div><br /></div><div>Neon Alley runs between West B and C Streets and South Victoria and Union Avenues, Pueblo. </div><div><br /></div><div>You can see our visit to Neon Ally here:</div><div><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/05/neon-alley-in-pueblo.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/05/neon-alley-in-pueblo.html</a></u></div><div><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CO1rMjJAO2P/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/reel/CO1rMjJAO2P/</a></u></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPan88BWIUEz_-VpGH1nUW8KTDcjpxDOjPUiL31_5m7U6PmHjID9AxEPpWpKE3TjdJiKulQckskwvAS0d8fXuyZrdoTHb_jdYIIMoOtdLNdwwftdltBiFl3ygWCBuLKdsaus81sEFqXBiks2DC2NMWPmCYx7oK_gD44mbp9Vua3o1lfHuDYCzjBngq/s5184/P5081380.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPan88BWIUEz_-VpGH1nUW8KTDcjpxDOjPUiL31_5m7U6PmHjID9AxEPpWpKE3TjdJiKulQckskwvAS0d8fXuyZrdoTHb_jdYIIMoOtdLNdwwftdltBiFl3ygWCBuLKdsaus81sEFqXBiks2DC2NMWPmCYx7oK_gD44mbp9Vua3o1lfHuDYCzjBngq/w640-h480/P5081380.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div><b>Street Art</b></div><div>If you've been following for a while you'll know that I'm a huge fan of street art. Many Colorado cities and towns have such a vibrant street art scene with annual festivals and a ton of amazing murals all around town. While you can find street art almost anywhere in Denver and Boulder there are certain areas that are hot spots. Denver's RiNo neighborhood is known as a major art destination with plenty of galleries to visit, but there is just as much art to be found on the local walls. East Colfax Avenue in Aurora is also a great spot for exploring street art. Boulder is also home to a wealth of street art. Every Summer you'll find local street art festivals around Denver and Boulder with works by amazing artists (both local and non-local). Colfax Canvas, Streetwise Arts and Babe Walls are three of my favorites. </div><div><br /></div><div>You can see some of Colorado's street art at the posts below:</div><div><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/09/crush-walls-2020-rino-street-art.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/09/crush-walls-2020-rino-street-art.html</a><br /><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/10/street-wise-boulder-2021.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/10/street-wise-boulder-2021.html</a></u></div><div><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/08/babe-walls.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/08/babe-walls.html</a></u></div><div><br /></div><div>You can also find plenty of Colorado street art on my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/littlehiccups/" style="text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Make sure to follow the hashtag <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/littlehiccupslovesstreetart/" style="text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">#littlehiccupslovesstreetart</a> to see lots more.</div><div><br /></div><div>If you look closely below you just might recognize the cover model on the Aurora Guide!</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3Sz6ZQdFtH3gZgj08QAv5ighWUKZR20qpi1BzZRrzt90A2s_4kblXlDHn_1kld73-KJXUbhKqudpGnkeSBXuroLuuo0AQ44cQ0JrivTFWEV_C2mIS2fuwXfaNZLpbc4KcaF___igfEG-w70DfBfTN76q9zeMWN9IXhQNlJ8mpxcBRptnyG_27mqro/s4989/P6144436.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Street Art in Aurora, Colorado" border="0" data-original-height="4989" data-original-width="3742" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3Sz6ZQdFtH3gZgj08QAv5ighWUKZR20qpi1BzZRrzt90A2s_4kblXlDHn_1kld73-KJXUbhKqudpGnkeSBXuroLuuo0AQ44cQ0JrivTFWEV_C2mIS2fuwXfaNZLpbc4KcaF___igfEG-w70DfBfTN76q9zeMWN9IXhQNlJ8mpxcBRptnyG_27mqro/w480-h640/P6144436.jpg" title="Street Art in Aurora, Colorado" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Animal Experiences</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Colorado is home to some amazing native animals, and if you're lucky enough you just might spot some of them when you're out and about in the countryside. Moose, elk, deer, bears, coyotes, raccoons, squirrels, marmots, pikas, pine martens, skunks, rabbits, prairie dogs, bob cats, bald eagles, red tail hawks and great horned owls are just some of the amazing creatures that call Colorado home. If you want to check out some wildlife without having to keep an eye out as you drive or hike there are quite a few places to visit for animal encounters. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Cheyenne Mountain Zoo</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Perched on Cheyenne Mountain at a height of 6714ft, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is officially the highest elevation zoo in the entire USA. About an hour south of Denver in Colorado Springs, this zoo is definitely worth a visit. We finally made it there for the first time over Spring Break last week and it did not disappoint. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is home to many animals but is best known for its African Rift Valley exhibition where visitors can feed giraffes, elephants and rhinos. Visitors can ride the chairlift style Mountaineer Skyride for views over the zoo. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is located at 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road, Colorado Springs.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information visit <u><a href="https://www.cmzoo.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.cmzoo.org/</a></u> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcTpvH7ToQ1kbnGNSX5vLniVvmrqyk2xxYyQMF_lIA9ImhdMHMsuYjeVOZlybDhH2gRyEuaJKyISB2TtYDB2cBIKxnU7zAfnwn5IesktqcV6bUYMGdN9sBFsGYwljWBG2svKUUjuO4lgCl5cB3VPkVoimn13OgLxYIXqj6gBKgz0-RY8VIlLctRPhB/s5184/P3306104.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcTpvH7ToQ1kbnGNSX5vLniVvmrqyk2xxYyQMF_lIA9ImhdMHMsuYjeVOZlybDhH2gRyEuaJKyISB2TtYDB2cBIKxnU7zAfnwn5IesktqcV6bUYMGdN9sBFsGYwljWBG2svKUUjuO4lgCl5cB3VPkVoimn13OgLxYIXqj6gBKgz0-RY8VIlLctRPhB/w640-h480/P3306104.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Denver's Downtown Aquarium</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Denver's Downtown Aquarium is located, you guessed it, right in Downtown Denver. It's a great place to visit in conjunction with nearby attractions such as Elitch Gardens, Meow Wolf and Children's Museum. This aquarium is on the small side compared to others that we have visited but has plenty of aquatic (and not aquatic) life on display. Visitors will find touch pools, a glass tunnel with fish swimming overhead, and a wealth of life in displays ranging from wharves, coral reefs, lagoons, and even deserts.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Denver's Downtown Aquarium is located at 700 Water Street, Denver.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information visit <u><a href="https://www.aquariumrestaurants.com/downtownaquariumdenver" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.aquariumrestaurants.com/downtownaquariumdenver</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgukoXS27csep6qsB7RV6xCLWp5sYTZgTluu1j6wIVdOkLNZNdj7faw0uk6uOTAEZVbL5Bd4spdlhIrZzNjYqbHpNYdf4N2MWnb_SWYvJOoe4cc9gKfAM98EkN1mKP8mxEhwbAUlBgCU5oLikPGGFEp36Je5zNn75gaRiPlXC9R4rvGv4TFFy5dKt3I/s5092/P7102358.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3819" data-original-width="5092" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgukoXS27csep6qsB7RV6xCLWp5sYTZgTluu1j6wIVdOkLNZNdj7faw0uk6uOTAEZVbL5Bd4spdlhIrZzNjYqbHpNYdf4N2MWnb_SWYvJOoe4cc9gKfAM98EkN1mKP8mxEhwbAUlBgCU5oLikPGGFEp36Je5zNn75gaRiPlXC9R4rvGv4TFFy5dKt3I/w640-h480/P7102358.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Denver Zoo</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Denver Zoo is centrally located in Denver's City Park alongside Denver Museum of Nature & Science, lakes, pavilions, playgrounds and picnic spots. It's a great place for a day out for the whole family with so much to see and do. Denver Zoo is home to a wealth of animals including elephants, rhinos, zebras, lions, flamingoes, tigers, grizzly bears, przewalski's horse, giraffes, Rocky Mountain big horned sheep and so much more. Hands on experiences are available in the Stingray Cove touch pools and behind the scenes tours of the onsite animal hospital are available. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Denver Zoo is located at 2300 Steele Street, Denver.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information visit <u><a href="https://denverzoo.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://denverzoo.org/</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGk3UMGK2cah9Rpuq0ESNN2gkgAL30YcQ-Ny17vyq6KqLhRv2m_GB9SPIMv5pYJQy5frxGjqM_O5RYn0_h3JcM16qwechVL5J0Ap-j_TXTR0KCewjMg0R3TRrXwwo74oP2yxCcV3sLYh8CX-O3WppGviR8EjY78OsvUCSQnzhOVZRy_VLppvWx40DV/s4615/P6107123.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3461" data-original-width="4615" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGk3UMGK2cah9Rpuq0ESNN2gkgAL30YcQ-Ny17vyq6KqLhRv2m_GB9SPIMv5pYJQy5frxGjqM_O5RYn0_h3JcM16qwechVL5J0Ap-j_TXTR0KCewjMg0R3TRrXwwo74oP2yxCcV3sLYh8CX-O3WppGviR8EjY78OsvUCSQnzhOVZRy_VLppvWx40DV/w640-h480/P6107123.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Purrfect Pause Cat Café</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">If you've got cat loving kiddos and you're looking for a quiet outing a trip to a cat café is a great option. My kids love visiting Purrfect Pause Cat Café in Boulder. They get to spend an hour playing with cute kitties and I get to relax with a coffee. Of course, the only downside is that they always want to bring home one of the cats! Unlike all of the other animal experiences I've included here, this is actually a possibility! All of the cats at Purrfect Pause are available for adoption, so if you're looking to add a kitty to your family this is a great way to get to know them first.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Purrfect Pause Cate Cafe is located at 5290 Arapahoe Avenue, Suite E, Boulder.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information visit <u><a href="https://www.purrfectpause.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.purrfectpause.com/</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can see one of our visit to Purrfect Pause here: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CpJc9nzMpKQ/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/reel/CpJc9nzMpKQ/</a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWpE5DcB4lK85LicQEYja8bX6qkswC9zb0N03ae_2NW7TBuYxdVeYJQIGlwZpUFayxq-H0mEPNCtvPkmmGJGD9r4_qdAu2N5RwPBFc3UTXcszaCqH6wkg14yhzFUqk5G7FGiCJwP8NLjA-cBVJkDbxz8UikRAshxkNC1o9frwozolf9x4CA8z7Zvec/s4032/IMG_4492.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWpE5DcB4lK85LicQEYja8bX6qkswC9zb0N03ae_2NW7TBuYxdVeYJQIGlwZpUFayxq-H0mEPNCtvPkmmGJGD9r4_qdAu2N5RwPBFc3UTXcszaCqH6wkg14yhzFUqk5G7FGiCJwP8NLjA-cBVJkDbxz8UikRAshxkNC1o9frwozolf9x4CA8z7Zvec/w640-h480/IMG_4492.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>SeaQuest Littleton<br /></b>Ok, there are no animals to adopt here but there are plenty of opportunities for hands on animal experiences. SeaQuest Littleton is an aquarium that is home to quite a range of animals including all sorts of fish, lizards, tortoises, and birds. The main attraction is the shark and stingray tank. Visitors are able to feed the stingrays, and even go snorkeling with them. That's exactly what we did when we visited and took a behind the scenes tour. We snorkeled with the stingrays (and a few sharks), fed the stingrays (both while we were in the water with them and from outside the tank), we fed rainbow lorikeets and tortoises, we marveled at colorful fish, and we posed for a lot of photos with animal friends. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">SeaQuest Littleton is located at 8501 W Bowles Avenue, Littleton.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information visit <u><a href="https://visitseaquest.com/littleton/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://visitseaquest.com/littleton/</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can see our visit to SeaQuest Littleton here:</div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/02/snorkeling-with-stingrays-at-seaquest.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/02/snorkeling-with-stingrays-at-seaquest.html</a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CLkXu0zAAUD/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/reel/CLkXu0zAAUD/</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj92WLZ5tVYSv58YYREAftbuBBRlnK70Uyyw2PHb-y4qM3NRBhBoOA_OmdcsWHCU4oMel6LEDx216pampz0ck_oNN5qXQBGp8p9xIoyEq-y3m_Kdp7_DHa_oxGmflUgZC4JztubGOxtZ5-jA6D5keQK2VCHrN4OuQZdiSqy7yK46th1YFx-qzwbU4bg/s4869/P2080694.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="SeaQuest Littleton, Colorad" border="0" data-original-height="4869" data-original-width="3652" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj92WLZ5tVYSv58YYREAftbuBBRlnK70Uyyw2PHb-y4qM3NRBhBoOA_OmdcsWHCU4oMel6LEDx216pampz0ck_oNN5qXQBGp8p9xIoyEq-y3m_Kdp7_DHa_oxGmflUgZC4JztubGOxtZ5-jA6D5keQK2VCHrN4OuQZdiSqy7yK46th1YFx-qzwbU4bg/w480-h640/P2080694.jpg" title="SeaQuest Littleton, Colorad" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><b>Sombrero Stables</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">If taking in spectacular mountain views while horse riding sounds like fun to you, make sure to check out Sombrero Stables in Estes Park. We took a trail ride with Sombrero Stables during our visit to Estes Park back in 2018 and it was wonderful. No riding experience is necessary, and they have gentle horses suitable for even the youngest riders. Mathilde was four years old at the time and able to ride on her own. We took a one hour trail ride and it was such a fun experience.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Sombrero Stables is located at 1895 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information about Sombrero Stables visit <u><a href="https://www.sombrero.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sombrero.com/</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxq6J5wa7MFeeijGhXIxddbGp3kE1qll_252LUHVRjkF7-Rfne1LfFmgP-cqeoNx-Y1Y_TCT0U5l3yyRLDpvUlbd2AhJsXxMkSXOdh_X5TOOIP5rYNEJqKdFQ5DCUzuZG82Uax607YdJ2p8fqfePBaFWmBeARlAXGt59sU3Pmn7gdepReLHhiMdg6u/s4608/P1040523.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxq6J5wa7MFeeijGhXIxddbGp3kE1qll_252LUHVRjkF7-Rfne1LfFmgP-cqeoNx-Y1Y_TCT0U5l3yyRLDpvUlbd2AhJsXxMkSXOdh_X5TOOIP5rYNEJqKdFQ5DCUzuZG82Uax607YdJ2p8fqfePBaFWmBeARlAXGt59sU3Pmn7gdepReLHhiMdg6u/w640-h480/P1040523.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><b>Wild Animal Sanctuary</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Lions and tigers and bears - oh my! </div><div style="text-align: left;">All three of these animals call the Wild Animal Sanctuary home along with wolves and various big cats. All of the animals at Wild Animal Sanctuary have been rescued from from private owners and abusive situations. Think Tiger King. In fact, many of the animals featured on Tiger King now call the Wild Animal Sanctuary home. Unlike a regular zoo, this sanctuary is a large open space where the animals are free to roam. Visitors can view the animals from above via a 1.5 mile long walkway that spans across numerous habitats.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The Wild Animal Sanctuary is located at 2999 County Road 53, Keenesburg.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information visit <a href="https://www.wildanimalsanctuary.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.wildanimalsanctuary.org/</a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Playgrounds & Play Spaces</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Colorado kids are pretty spoiled when it comes to playgrounds and play spaces. Amusement parks, water parks, junkyard playgrounds, indoor and outdoor play spaces, and classic playgrounds are plentiful and there really is something for everyone for any time of year.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Candeeland</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">The newest play space in Colorado is also the sweetest! The recently opened Candeeland is a fun indoor play space filled with colorful candy themed fun. You'll find soft play activities for toddlers, climbing walls, big play structures, a ninja course, a laser maze, an arcade, a café and a cady store.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">7969 E Arapahoe Road, Unit B, Greenwood Village.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information visit <u><a href="https://www.candeelandcolorado.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.candeelandcolorado.com/</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Children's Museum</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Ok, so the name of this one makes it sound like it belongs in the museums category above, but this children's museum is definitely much more of a play space. A Denver institution, Children's Museum has been delighting Colorado kids for since 1973 when it began as a traveling experience. It has been in its current location since 1984 and has seen much growth since that time. With indoor and outdoor attractions, kids you'll find year round fun for toddlers and young kids. My kids are a little old for most of the indoor play areas, but we're keen to visit when the Adventure Forest, the outdoor climbing space, reopens for the season in May. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Children's Museum is located at 2121 Children's Museum Drive, Denver.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information visit <u><a href="https://www.mychildsmuseum.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mychildsmuseum.org/</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Elitch Gardens</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Colorado's premier amusement park, Elitch Gardens, is located right in the heart of Denver close to many other popular attractions. Part water park and part amusement park, Elitch Gardens is a great place to spend an entire day. You'll find rides for the little visitors, family friendly classics such as a merry go round and Ferris wheel, and the fastest and scariest rides for daredevils. Screams of joy from the rollercoaster can be heard all across the park - but you won't catch me up there! In the water park you'll find a wave pool, water slides, splash pads, and plenty of poolside space for relaxing in the sun. Elitch Gardens opens for the 2023 season on April 29th.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Elitch Gardens is located at 2000 Elitch Circle, Denver.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information visit <u><a href="https://www.elitchgardens.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.elitchgardens.com/</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjUgwkTjTTGmj5GM2wsIyte6GAI5uLprfp-qN3WX3EnlqINQ8I1gSDT1WKXuW2402IULjtE8lCQsB8zcbNPtsusN8VicBmRzl3SuHHXm468AkO1hyXkIKphgBYd5scR6_FcFZtfS2CXISqvbl4s41GUmK4i-BmezYpifpToymJZOGCxlOHY2XOyZDk/s4992/P6164565.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4992" data-original-width="3744" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjUgwkTjTTGmj5GM2wsIyte6GAI5uLprfp-qN3WX3EnlqINQ8I1gSDT1WKXuW2402IULjtE8lCQsB8zcbNPtsusN8VicBmRzl3SuHHXm468AkO1hyXkIKphgBYd5scR6_FcFZtfS2CXISqvbl4s41GUmK4i-BmezYpifpToymJZOGCxlOHY2XOyZDk/w480-h640/P6164565.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Junkyard Social Club</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Junkyard Social Club in Boulder is a playground like no other. With indoor and outdoor play spaces, it's a great destination for any time of year, but what really sets it apart from other playgrounds is the fact that the play structures are built from repurposed junk. An old school bus and Volkswagen Beetle have become play equipment. Reclaimed timber, scrap metal, old sports equipment, sinks and bike parts come together to form playhouses and climbing structures. Old tires are used as versatile toys that can be stacked, climbed on and rolled. It's a hands on place for kids that don't mind getting their hands dirty. Junkyard Social Club also caters towards parents with a full café and bar, and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Junkyard Social Club is located at 2525 Frontier Avenue, Unit A, Boulder.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information visit <u><a href="https://junkyardsocialclub.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://junkyardsocialclub.org/</a></u> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can see our visit to Junkyard Social Club here:</div><div style="text-align: left;"><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2023/03/junkyard-social-club.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2023/03/junkyard-social-club.html</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CqW5kT7A3wL/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/reel/CqW5kT7A3wL/</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixwmQfeXo-QbTlOUesEH61WrGP7Rq_e9yWHdRFy6Ia5aRoF4qlEzrOXNDQvOTslQAKd7FZVaXRD9K_OBdEnJ-Pd8wWsGMVn7pZ1HTRlqXWa1RI073Xq6zXYtstItN5DKsfVzWs7b9haQOk0DmPlp5N1tY1VT4OK4GnOw8BpDZ-rtSL4iHfoWRLZ-YJ/s5078/P3285889.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3808" data-original-width="5078" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixwmQfeXo-QbTlOUesEH61WrGP7Rq_e9yWHdRFy6Ia5aRoF4qlEzrOXNDQvOTslQAKd7FZVaXRD9K_OBdEnJ-Pd8wWsGMVn7pZ1HTRlqXWa1RI073Xq6zXYtstItN5DKsfVzWs7b9haQOk0DmPlp5N1tY1VT4OK4GnOw8BpDZ-rtSL4iHfoWRLZ-YJ/w640-h480/P3285889.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Twin Silo Park</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Fort Collins in Northern Colorado is home to one of the coolest playgrounds we've ever visited. Named after the two old silos that have been repurposed to house slides and climbing structures, Twin Silo Park features 54 acres of fun, the highlight of which is the aforementioned playground. Along with the towering silos, the playground features climbing structures, rope bridges, and plenty of things to swing, spin and slide on. The park is also home to BMX trails, picnic spaces, a dog park, and plenty of space to run around and play.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Twin Silo Park is located at 5552 - 5564 Ziegler Road, Fort Collins. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiErQl7R_WMb68Y2Jf3Wt59WYo4zZ50h0u8piTdc36AtyYdWsXmxNhZsKlr_qO7NK3UhYHnKwAlw3ac3ZFKQ09kRIwvNImVfeawMuU74zotBVZYOIVYRjQVwc8AJKcQ6k3TPYnyBHZA2jcAFN26OtDmW0Ubu8gwYfSl4jKv74cFiVZQpPMuTNshLPy/s5064/P2282113.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3798" data-original-width="5064" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiErQl7R_WMb68Y2Jf3Wt59WYo4zZ50h0u8piTdc36AtyYdWsXmxNhZsKlr_qO7NK3UhYHnKwAlw3ac3ZFKQ09kRIwvNImVfeawMuU74zotBVZYOIVYRjQVwc8AJKcQ6k3TPYnyBHZA2jcAFN26OtDmW0Ubu8gwYfSl4jKv74cFiVZQpPMuTNshLPy/w640-h480/P2282113.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Great Outdoors</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">I've shared some pretty amazing places here already in this post, but I know what you're thinking... what about a little nature? I mean, the great outdoors is what attracts most people to Colorado in the first place, right? As I mentioned earlier in this post, I'm not the most outdoorsy person, so we don't spend our weekends hiking or pursuing Winter sports, but we have had some pretty great adventures in Colorado that I couldn't miss including in this post. From mountains and lakes to deserts and canyons, there's a pretty varied range of landscapes here in Colorado. It's just missing an ocean!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Breckenridge Troll</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Ok, so this one could have been in the art category above, but it involves a hike (albeit a very short one) and it's located outside among nature, so I included it here. Isak Heartstone is a 15ft wooden sculpture by Danish artist Thomas Danbo and is a popular attraction in Breckenridge. Constructed from upcycled timber, Isak has been delighting visitors since 2017 when he was built as part of the Breckenridge International Festival of Arts. Isak Heartstone can be found on the Trollstigen Trail which starts by the Ice Arena parking lot. The trail is only quarter of a mile long and is a pretty easy one, but it's not plowed during the Winter months, so make sure to keep this in mind if you visit when it's snowy.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information about the Breckenridge Troll visit <u><a href="https://gobreck.com/experience-breckenridge/arts-and-culture/how-to-find-the-breckenridge-troll" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://gobreck.com/experience-breckenridge/arts-and-culture/how-to-find-the-breckenridge-troll</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdMuviBJ0qlbcga_E03B6ngsWGT9LFIEin4PXvuW2A1MmZ2wOOUpewzoFXCqBLzlX75ib3F-sHvu0ng6fgGaQziSFy53dojZ0_9fPkXEWSVZVHCta7eZKluq8frTJTR-IC5yPh6odr8YJd8ZUxISkrJxuJg9BBX4M4brivfuQba-d1dPfDD0w4nSEG/s5149/PB225972.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Breckenridge Troll, Colorado" border="0" data-original-height="5149" data-original-width="3862" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdMuviBJ0qlbcga_E03B6ngsWGT9LFIEin4PXvuW2A1MmZ2wOOUpewzoFXCqBLzlX75ib3F-sHvu0ng6fgGaQziSFy53dojZ0_9fPkXEWSVZVHCta7eZKluq8frTJTR-IC5yPh6odr8YJd8ZUxISkrJxuJg9BBX4M4brivfuQba-d1dPfDD0w4nSEG/w480-h640/PB225972.jpg" title="Breckenridge Troll, Colorado" width="480" /></a></div><br /><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Eldorado Canyon State Park</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Eldorado State Park is just a short drive from Boulder and is a great place to hike along shaded trails while marveling at towering rock formations. It's a pretty popular park given its proximity to Boulder, so you can expect it to be be a little busy on weekends, but it's worth a visit. There are hiking trails for all levels of experience and shaded picnic spots along South Boulder Creek. On a hot day the creek is a great spot to cool off with a little paddling in the cold water, but boating and tubing is not allowed.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Eldorado Canyon State Park is located at 9 Kneale Road, Eldorado Springs.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information visit <u><a href="https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/EldoradoCanyon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/EldoradoCanyon</a></u> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDNfePALUX5XZrzmuLjSUNdG8tkP_P6aO95EWLXaiRhHOCVXxT4y8eaTf4VnIu4aIaHybCrxSWze5K8ncxC_mC9OPxluudG9emeFcR5R4cyB19Ah3qxHlYbauEzSUQ2ae2SeR-x0aSR0XKzPtpKsswXqcD630U-AcxEGBb_XLW5a9DbOnInXSD75Np/s5184/P9135312.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDNfePALUX5XZrzmuLjSUNdG8tkP_P6aO95EWLXaiRhHOCVXxT4y8eaTf4VnIu4aIaHybCrxSWze5K8ncxC_mC9OPxluudG9emeFcR5R4cyB19Ah3qxHlYbauEzSUQ2ae2SeR-x0aSR0XKzPtpKsswXqcD630U-AcxEGBb_XLW5a9DbOnInXSD75Np/w480-h640/P9135312.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Garden of the Gods</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Garden of the Gods is definitely one of the most popular tourist destinations in Colorado, and for good reason! Located south of Denver near Colorado Springs, this park is home to amazing red rock structures that jut abruptly out of the earth as if they have been suddenly pushed upward. The red rock looks stunning contrasted against the lush green vegetation of the area making it an extremely photogenic area. Garden of the Gods has nice and wide paved hiking trails that are suitable for hikers of all skill levels. There is not an awful lot of shade and it can get pretty hot here in Summer so make sure to be sun smart and pack plenty of water.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Garden of the Gods is located at 1805 N 30th Street, Colorado Springs.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information visit <u><a href="https://gardenofgods.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://gardenofgods.com/</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can see our visit to Garden of the Gods here:</div><div style="text-align: left;"><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/08/garden-of-gods.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/08/garden-of-gods.html</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOknA8Elxpu3xpNBcOEIaQGp5naCPNU0P3TtF33uyw48FHNJ1Kp6F8bUOmqQR0NWVF4TPwIIlnipm9ed_TvAjJuogoWdnze5znJZRPlk7SGL2Hs_ZKfib5OS_8rKW0buf7rtJiQZEDigh14wD_F3OFot3wtLv0eOLGN3tnmh7Nb_RTM1-sbiL-S5rX/s4979/P8023644.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Garden of the Gods, Colorado" border="0" data-original-height="3734" data-original-width="4979" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOknA8Elxpu3xpNBcOEIaQGp5naCPNU0P3TtF33uyw48FHNJ1Kp6F8bUOmqQR0NWVF4TPwIIlnipm9ed_TvAjJuogoWdnze5znJZRPlk7SGL2Hs_ZKfib5OS_8rKW0buf7rtJiQZEDigh14wD_F3OFot3wtLv0eOLGN3tnmh7Nb_RTM1-sbiL-S5rX/w640-h480/P8023644.jpg" title="Garden of the Gods, Colorado" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Great Sand Dunes National Park</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">This one is a little bit of a drive from Denver (about a four hour drive south), but it's definitely worth a visit for an experience like no other - presuming you get good weather, that is! This national park is home to the tallest sand dunes in the country. Not only that, but they're giant sand dunes set against a backdrop of snowy mountains. Definitely not something you see everyday. If you visit during late Spring you might be lucky enough to experience the creek at the base of the sand dunes flowing. We were lucky enough to see it, but unfortunately we were also met with below freezing temperatures and merciless wind, so our visit was fairly brief. If you do get good weather for your visit, the sand dunes are a great spot for hiking, sand boarding and just general sand dune fun. The park is open 24 hours which means it's a great spot for photographers to capture starry skies, sunrises and sunsets.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information about Great Sand Dunes National Park visit <u><a href="https://www.nps.gov/grsa/index.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nps.gov/grsa/index.htm</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Check out this post on Instagram to see what the kids thought of the weather we were met with during out visit! <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CV4ShUcrjUK/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/p/CV4ShUcrjUK/</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4x6ptdt8DHQ4CizCYtZIlmkSjSg3VqkANcM-N5yVAafpxV1yt0GmyIvn2M5TdMBaeLVfBV73MZZKCJO_1_7G5DxVM9erA_wTZnGEB0OD9mOC9MD2Bj0f5WChrl010OOjCTtkM6U9p-sXKg75sWn0LVI-7SsYlpSZwPkqrwSOU5CJ81KwuctF8BgXu/s5093/P5091631.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5093" data-original-width="3820" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4x6ptdt8DHQ4CizCYtZIlmkSjSg3VqkANcM-N5yVAafpxV1yt0GmyIvn2M5TdMBaeLVfBV73MZZKCJO_1_7G5DxVM9erA_wTZnGEB0OD9mOC9MD2Bj0f5WChrl010OOjCTtkM6U9p-sXKg75sWn0LVI-7SsYlpSZwPkqrwSOU5CJ81KwuctF8BgXu/w480-h640/P5091631.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Red Rocks Amphitheater</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Another popular site with towering red rocks is Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison. This natural amphitheater is home to one of Colorado's most famous music venues, but even if you're not visiting for a concert or performance, it's definitely worth a look. On site you'll find hiking trails, a restaurant, the Colorado Music Hall of Fame, and the Red Rocks Hall of Fame. Red Rocks Amphitheater is just a short drive from Dinosaur Ridge so combining a visit to both makes for a great day out.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Red Rocks Amphitheater is located at 18300 W Alameda Parkway, Morrison. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can learn more about Red Rocks Amphitheater at <u><a href="https://www.redrocksonline.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.redrocksonline.com/</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b> </b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0vUzj0pWPwP6zyvvZWOncpy9ngwZYKNRyOs9v94tuC_S57ATCTAUdcAK2YXt8Qx5XiFxVsh5yIxUaqETSY6ZhcCL3_joxoPjTjHYL84E3CCc9XWCQwKasp8vrw1M6KTsnBdQp9_QkOTXRRUxypR8wTFXIRF4-6Wh8j_OFcBDn8FShlVXmWezoxEJf/s4608/PC294522.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0vUzj0pWPwP6zyvvZWOncpy9ngwZYKNRyOs9v94tuC_S57ATCTAUdcAK2YXt8Qx5XiFxVsh5yIxUaqETSY6ZhcCL3_joxoPjTjHYL84E3CCc9XWCQwKasp8vrw1M6KTsnBdQp9_QkOTXRRUxypR8wTFXIRF4-6Wh8j_OFcBDn8FShlVXmWezoxEJf/w480-h640/PC294522.jpg" width="480" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Red Rock Canyon Open Space</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Not to be confused with Red Rocks Amphitheater, Red Rock Canyon Open Space is another popular spot for hiking among towering red rocks. This large park is a short drive from Manitou Cliff Dwellings so it's a great place to visit for a hike before or after visiting the cliff dwellings. You'll find plenty of easy hiking trails and stunning views over the area.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Red Rock Canyon Open Space is located at 3550 W High Street, Colorado Springs.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information about Red Rock Canyon Open Space visit <u><a href="https://redrockcanyonopenspace.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://redrockcanyonopenspace.org/</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUph6mEHXllzMxnN73A-WGz7PhO78bVdGJ7Eah0xd5oA4PkqBoZXltCgN9BAXVW4IyPXfoFhr3DWcO4E7AvJUwDtnNB0FChUgWR8Mk76x3I43KxI8sOwcpvw6I7vdwY-TLcfDs8Xot9ipjlZaHkp6LFB-OyMZLq4cWJ6rbCk67ma3AcDmXsxkRN9JT/s4532/P3243981.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4532" data-original-width="3399" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUph6mEHXllzMxnN73A-WGz7PhO78bVdGJ7Eah0xd5oA4PkqBoZXltCgN9BAXVW4IyPXfoFhr3DWcO4E7AvJUwDtnNB0FChUgWR8Mk76x3I43KxI8sOwcpvw6I7vdwY-TLcfDs8Xot9ipjlZaHkp6LFB-OyMZLq4cWJ6rbCk67ma3AcDmXsxkRN9JT/w480-h640/P3243981.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Rocky Mountain National Park</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">If you're visiting Colorado, there's a good chance that Rocky Mountain National Park is at the top of your list of places to explore. It's regularly listed as one of the most popular national parks in the country, and with good reason. Located about an hour and a half's drive from Denver, Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most easily accessible national parks. But it's not just its location that makes it popular. With plenty of hiking options for all skill levels, scenic drives, turquoise mountain lakes, plentiful wildlife, and views like the one below it's easy to see why Rocky Mountain National Park is a popular destination.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information about Rocky Mountain National Park visit <u><a href="https://www.nps.gov/romo/index.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nps.gov/romo/index.htm</a></u> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLKExS6tnW3nX0PqxD6QPkZfLwxjh3T27601vSL0435H3Zypskj_zV3TQVnXx07vO1qcXb_ifz0tuIZ-wdVh4ywcvR_ljIGLuXVj4qBd8S2XHrjt0ykqYNEFttjpvoTw3qO3MuCOLpVAEQwnwDZf1lXkAN9wWnKnAo55EscIA79rOQzyfqq-KPKk8P/s5049/P7081709.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5049" data-original-width="3787" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLKExS6tnW3nX0PqxD6QPkZfLwxjh3T27601vSL0435H3Zypskj_zV3TQVnXx07vO1qcXb_ifz0tuIZ-wdVh4ywcvR_ljIGLuXVj4qBd8S2XHrjt0ykqYNEFttjpvoTw3qO3MuCOLpVAEQwnwDZf1lXkAN9wWnKnAo55EscIA79rOQzyfqq-KPKk8P/w480-h640/P7081709.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Roxborough State Park</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">More red rocks! Ok, you're probably over red rocks by now, but I included Roxborough State Park in this list because unlike the other destinations I included, it's rarely crowded. So if you're wanting to take a hike among towering red rocks without the crowds, Roxborough State Park is the place to go. In fact, when we visited over Spring Break one year we only passed one other group of people on our hike!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Roxborough State Park is located at 4751 E Roxborough Drive, Littleton.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information visit <u><a href="https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/Parks/roxborough" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/Parks/roxborough</a></u></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjS4cKbG--UVSnFv-2Ac8UAwCHQr5yIxFB2wUE_xqp6BB1MglUfXfCVkc4GyQ7jxFpRO2Cnbziu5luT8rE4Vt9VAKdLW5DKdbnwyEf8cD31h29TgW82ReNhvOMWuUYH2p4VBiD1CsYhEIjYtWhZAl8kvCFHvcGZKuNYyfDnGFwbFwKdPpPtFztf_UDD/s4985/P3264172.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3739" data-original-width="4985" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjS4cKbG--UVSnFv-2Ac8UAwCHQr5yIxFB2wUE_xqp6BB1MglUfXfCVkc4GyQ7jxFpRO2Cnbziu5luT8rE4Vt9VAKdLW5DKdbnwyEf8cD31h29TgW82ReNhvOMWuUYH2p4VBiD1CsYhEIjYtWhZAl8kvCFHvcGZKuNYyfDnGFwbFwKdPpPtFztf_UDD/w640-h480/P3264172.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Royal Gorge Bridge & Park</b><br />This one is an outdoor adventure for those of us who aren't all about hiking. Royal Gorge Bridge is located about two and a half hour south of Denver by Canon City, and is the highest suspension bridge in the country. As well as taking a walk across the bridge and admiring the views, visitors can ride an aerial gondola and zipline, play in a fantastic wooden playground, ride a carousel, and explore a museum. It was pretty windy when we visited so many of the activities were closed, but it was still fun to cross the bridge and the kids enjoyed the playground. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more information about Royal Gorge Suspension Bridge & Park visit <u><a href="https://royalgorgebridge.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://royalgorgebridge.com/</a></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can see our visit to Royal Gorge Suspension Bridge here: </div><div style="text-align: left;"><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/05/royal-gorge-bridge-park.html">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/05/royal-gorge-bridge-park.html</a></u></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBUehwPRmOeKfHV2plwlnWdjYmV62CsixOaegx1GXEP7ZjR2NmHnNKgm40_lTNCOgVPp5-doIGXEky5Sm_iByL5NCU25iFUSkDlBDQD_nY1ybSlilPRa4PbMZAKEOGDSes3yqJw4zfxdQRI13aVa5ffCYThY1PTEOyDNt99p5ez2rrC3rncRQgf1wz/s5092/P5081105.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5092" data-original-width="3819" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBUehwPRmOeKfHV2plwlnWdjYmV62CsixOaegx1GXEP7ZjR2NmHnNKgm40_lTNCOgVPp5-doIGXEky5Sm_iByL5NCU25iFUSkDlBDQD_nY1ybSlilPRa4PbMZAKEOGDSes3yqJw4zfxdQRI13aVa5ffCYThY1PTEOyDNt99p5ez2rrC3rncRQgf1wz/w480-h640/P5081105.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you're interested in more outdoor pursuits make sure to check out these great Colorado based bloggers and influencers:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/colorado_kristin/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/colorado_kristin/</a></u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/littleradadventure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/littleradadventure/</a></u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/raisinghikers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/raisinghikers/</a></u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kara_wandering/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/kara_wandering/</a></u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For more Colorado travel inspiration make sure to check out these other posts I've shared in the past:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/01/12-things-to-do-in-estes-park-with-kids.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Estes Park with Kids</a></u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2022/11/christmas-in-denver-2022.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Christmas in Denver</a></u> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/08/summer-staycation-at-gaylord-rockies.html" target="_blank">Gaylord Rockies Staycation</a></u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2022/09/halloween-events-in-colorado-2022.html" target="_blank">Halloween in Denver</a></u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Have you visited Colorado before? Let me know your favorite things to do and see!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-55027298945867698652023-03-31T23:55:00.004-06:002023-04-01T01:33:06.724-06:00Junkyard Social Club<div style="text-align: left;">Have you ever been to a junkyard playground?</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You might not think that those two words go together - I mean, they do sound at odds with each other - but when combined in just the right may they come together to make something truly magical!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Junkyard Social Club in Boulder is one such place where "junkyard" and "playground" come together in the most unexpected way. This amazing space is home to play structures and equipment created from repurposed junk. Can you imagine a playhouse made of wooden crates, recycled timber, old sinks, baseball bats, bike wheels and number plates? Or a stage and climbing structure made of reclaimed timber, skis and baseball bats? Or maybe umbrellas made of Volkswagen Beetle hoods atop a cable reel table? What about a giant giraffe sculpture made of scrap metal and bones? You don't need to imagine any of these fantastical things because they all exist at Junkyard Social Club and you can see them in the photos below!<br /></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitv4SemrawGuN7of9_TBNop8lcAZsfxIuQYxdnYVCBt-9Qj3NpRT3Qdd3vwfey0w1g7MJH-d0WoqafclEC7X2H8PAAhSzWEimAvfYZzIjipeR2iZj24ie5rpHya_s_DLb6zB8I-XZp0OC81RQbHkb9zWpp7pGLnwFi5qqvKtw65t95dw2_QYSli3eu/s5078/P3285889.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3808" data-original-width="5078" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitv4SemrawGuN7of9_TBNop8lcAZsfxIuQYxdnYVCBt-9Qj3NpRT3Qdd3vwfey0w1g7MJH-d0WoqafclEC7X2H8PAAhSzWEimAvfYZzIjipeR2iZj24ie5rpHya_s_DLb6zB8I-XZp0OC81RQbHkb9zWpp7pGLnwFi5qqvKtw65t95dw2_QYSli3eu/w640-h480/P3285889.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3711" data-original-width="2783" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhv_qOGnxVHlk1cIy3Jpp0XO0vQY5WH5GXLvF2ONeYWQTmYw94H1w75Uh1YRHpl0ilefIAyh97CsVh6SSUAmCA4iIFokZ0lcb2PnRl0aCGF2KDdrA57aAxXjHZmcJeZ6_CEGaRqq1YRUaesdTBT2LxJrt8p4beqnQ995aQZfoDcNTpsuvMyEopYf_0v/w480-h640/IMG_6120.jpg" width="480" /></a><br /><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Junkyard Social Club opened up in Boulder a few years back and I've been meaning to take the kids ever since I first learned about it. We finally made it there during Spring Break this week and it was even more amazing than I had imagined it would be.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Junkyard Social Club is so much more than just a playground. While the outdoor area with its towering play house climbing structure is the main attraction, indoors you'll find a café space with plenty of seating, indoor climbing and play areas, an upstairs makerspace, works areas for classes, workshops and camps, and even a bar for the grown ups. With snowy Winters and hot Summers, the combination of indoor and outdoor spaces is perfect for Colorado families. There's a little bit of everything no matter the weather.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The outside areas is definitely the highlight though. We lucked out with perfect Spring weather (a day after it had been rather snowy) and so the kids spent the majority of time playing outside. The playhouse climbing structure was Mathilde's favorite. She spent such a long time climbing over it, crawling under it, sliding down the slides, and playing with the sand kitchen at the top where she hauled bucketloads of sand from below to tip through the sink.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbI3au7p7ceD8dMpKhyH2Fw4jgbFlWYJ89Q3lx_F_fpNgBMy758YeQrsfelht0Uw-fzmcq6e_NGOspZtqlaO80TZHwJHnGDvJC8iB49RKM1KV3bIn2yMxCkeKp5dE8qKeK5RKRhvdPTkzbI9tDDjDCpgSdJ_AvY9HwQAXWV71vuSKAtnuRJ_Oli9ks/s5184/P3285929.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbI3au7p7ceD8dMpKhyH2Fw4jgbFlWYJ89Q3lx_F_fpNgBMy758YeQrsfelht0Uw-fzmcq6e_NGOspZtqlaO80TZHwJHnGDvJC8iB49RKM1KV3bIn2yMxCkeKp5dE8qKeK5RKRhvdPTkzbI9tDDjDCpgSdJ_AvY9HwQAXWV71vuSKAtnuRJ_Oli9ks/w480-h640/P3285929.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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These swings look fairly normal, but with an extra tall frame and extra long chains their reach was pretty far. Lola was pretty excited to learn that if she swung high enough she could reach the top of the metal umbrellas over the closest cable reel table! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh97Eunq5x9EGxH3SpPRt0-ZztdOssFLEq8mfdOsoGkG89Vkd7dw44WsLwuZj-4FK_FCM8BAFgXdvAE2KMhbm_N0txVvvzfF0J90gIpkSQwxZvNxAw3Z1rTJo1WkrN6kagYVoYyJRg9miNOtyTooe6raG1ozY6TV5yJPS2zYNl5PeSSax-CCnK7Vhrv/s5184/P3285953.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh97Eunq5x9EGxH3SpPRt0-ZztdOssFLEq8mfdOsoGkG89Vkd7dw44WsLwuZj-4FK_FCM8BAFgXdvAE2KMhbm_N0txVvvzfF0J90gIpkSQwxZvNxAw3Z1rTJo1WkrN6kagYVoYyJRg9miNOtyTooe6raG1ozY6TV5yJPS2zYNl5PeSSax-CCnK7Vhrv/w640-h480/P3285953.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFmxA-bYgJkeQBhNBLwopaG2SOxwAFjwodqNQNfyWKhuqDKhfDdiiYaSoi3Xi9tgJkG8AYsWOUIeu0iNtohOl_-cGFuuDcVHSvrzgbKCyfRfZfUPhOS1USIBWkC2Bv9XjfjEppcygLronciu4iqU4Ubhv1SM6UwH_fd2k5HuO_JGf3UrKL-dYGtC4X/s3953/IMG_6087.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2965" data-original-width="3953" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFmxA-bYgJkeQBhNBLwopaG2SOxwAFjwodqNQNfyWKhuqDKhfDdiiYaSoi3Xi9tgJkG8AYsWOUIeu0iNtohOl_-cGFuuDcVHSvrzgbKCyfRfZfUPhOS1USIBWkC2Bv9XjfjEppcygLronciu4iqU4Ubhv1SM6UwH_fd2k5HuO_JGf3UrKL-dYGtC4X/w640-h480/IMG_6087.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCpnszRwX_mjpqeeAvG6ZxQomm80X63xx4yrpFbnyNphqfkD7QCAXglaSSB72qSPOFVoNLfPqvi1OmWLfdO1QUorsx_eSvjbWUb75lorXRkNlZAyKNbMO-58E6Riiyls6mXLO4o-fYtHb8u6L3HjLxsqY-Y_06clu1oEERFpx9PYljRh8_wo2OhsN3/s3953/IMG_6091.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2965" data-original-width="3953" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCpnszRwX_mjpqeeAvG6ZxQomm80X63xx4yrpFbnyNphqfkD7QCAXglaSSB72qSPOFVoNLfPqvi1OmWLfdO1QUorsx_eSvjbWUb75lorXRkNlZAyKNbMO-58E6Riiyls6mXLO4o-fYtHb8u6L3HjLxsqY-Y_06clu1oEERFpx9PYljRh8_wo2OhsN3/w640-h480/IMG_6091.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A pink roofless Volkswagen Beetle and an old school bus were also a hit. The Beetle's seat is decorated in brightly colored seatbelts while the bus features a font seating area made of old skis. Oddly, not once did either of the kids yell "punch buggy" and punch me while we were there! They totally missed that opportunity!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizJ8nB2O9EDsrTKZZ4olxQXRBAxd79hzRmfNtrcOj_UscMu3igAa-8HDyHOIEo6ZTwJg-_UiFHchTLMX5f4GMLkELnCr96mg0VeFYQOulm98O1XoNhYiwJu_DxUJu6bkSo_yM7VKjbkkcFmzX84VMCMYFo6bdpPXUJ0LJcNLozS9uOBAMISy8Ffl28/s5184/P3285943.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizJ8nB2O9EDsrTKZZ4olxQXRBAxd79hzRmfNtrcOj_UscMu3igAa-8HDyHOIEo6ZTwJg-_UiFHchTLMX5f4GMLkELnCr96mg0VeFYQOulm98O1XoNhYiwJu_DxUJu6bkSo_yM7VKjbkkcFmzX84VMCMYFo6bdpPXUJ0LJcNLozS9uOBAMISy8Ffl28/w640-h480/P3285943.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSXMgBRyHVHr6rCSQ9odVGCvR_4MTMEDterwoSlEg4mH7Fem52FOdfFIgeGnNOYzGhTdCU4ZOFclSrVH1j1Qk-Yz8FAyaWzGWM-8nb-Y86gffpiZPs4DPTHQ8znXKbHMaZjTd5053GV7mDrn1mAs0CpKxGEIpghS1EopWoefzhXBbMLBwR_L-F7D8H/s4032/IMG_6123.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSXMgBRyHVHr6rCSQ9odVGCvR_4MTMEDterwoSlEg4mH7Fem52FOdfFIgeGnNOYzGhTdCU4ZOFclSrVH1j1Qk-Yz8FAyaWzGWM-8nb-Y86gffpiZPs4DPTHQ8znXKbHMaZjTd5053GV7mDrn1mAs0CpKxGEIpghS1EopWoefzhXBbMLBwR_L-F7D8H/w480-h640/IMG_6123.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4I01Frbyj4Z1Aq6DQOdQsqbULEcZC00Gdt2dVbJZ0LBfKTAhXXtsBny08lXYfTLpe1NQkIvkJVPxrSHMrqycYdAo1b_lnTBsqGY_k64C65PO73xtvlxHSvWfgyF-wJf8PFu5s7m9WzGivSmNnQ8pKS457DKi2xjrmK4TzkBq89Zxev0ohEDF-HoMF/s4022/IMG_6128.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4022" data-original-width="3016" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4I01Frbyj4Z1Aq6DQOdQsqbULEcZC00Gdt2dVbJZ0LBfKTAhXXtsBny08lXYfTLpe1NQkIvkJVPxrSHMrqycYdAo1b_lnTBsqGY_k64C65PO73xtvlxHSvWfgyF-wJf8PFu5s7m9WzGivSmNnQ8pKS457DKi2xjrmK4TzkBq89Zxev0ohEDF-HoMF/w480-h640/IMG_6128.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAJHC_kV_ex-moRAlfAetKnVy04puOXrJAJfGC6AosAUNpFeioIXiVRhAS5tO9z7ZkmSsPDcqsDKJbMv1tIea_i1Tknr0IuelGHjL2c1Yvf9zUm8aE5nS5dppWS0UjQKATArgPEpmb9sy5yaUAi_1KD6e5rEIppeNNJyuNSyO2wJIt5bUBcCMTbAFQ/s4032/IMG_6110.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAJHC_kV_ex-moRAlfAetKnVy04puOXrJAJfGC6AosAUNpFeioIXiVRhAS5tO9z7ZkmSsPDcqsDKJbMv1tIea_i1Tknr0IuelGHjL2c1Yvf9zUm8aE5nS5dppWS0UjQKATArgPEpmb9sy5yaUAi_1KD6e5rEIppeNNJyuNSyO2wJIt5bUBcCMTbAFQ/w480-h640/IMG_6110.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy1Z-gUf0MhG61pqDR2zxpjeHiHT1nZKXi_ceuMA7ghPm6F-mu4Smqxls_DyMXjSdRthspfPby9o_VlRomZhfN1iS5vwN09DbM07ScjwY0DfAo4mUfGADHU_ltMPDlTciuywIBtBYPzT8-UV_VgfTd0EnFZGe90r4qhqFrcMBR4nKo1otIp9PzvT-Z/s4032/IMG_6136.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy1Z-gUf0MhG61pqDR2zxpjeHiHT1nZKXi_ceuMA7ghPm6F-mu4Smqxls_DyMXjSdRthspfPby9o_VlRomZhfN1iS5vwN09DbM07ScjwY0DfAo4mUfGADHU_ltMPDlTciuywIBtBYPzT8-UV_VgfTd0EnFZGe90r4qhqFrcMBR4nKo1otIp9PzvT-Z/w480-h640/IMG_6136.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are plenty of other car parts to play with, or under, too. I mentioned the Volkswagen hood umbrellas that dot the outdoor space earlier. These are really creative and were one of my favorite things. They are strung with lights underneath for night time events. There are also lots of tires all around the outdoor area. Kids were stacking these, climbing inside of them, using them as an obstacle course, rolling them at parents... 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Underneath there are tunnels, but I couldn't convince either Lola or Mathilde to go check them out. The backdrop of the stage is also a bridge shaped climbing structure that features ladder rungs made of metal baseball bats and a fence made from skis. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx-otYvarTzTjOZ7_lDaAx1_k44kGG6KRiqljuUSB94XToz45_2VOilG7ImmsYkwkiwJkc_4tPv8FYWIOfZ42pGq7U58uiyb81O7KbhWoJ8i1PbwHjQcXptRRu1l_YRhrX3JIuRFRNn8YHPfEkGngYCPLfxk3PRnEX_OPSPDsqDwCsv4IX8N9ffkxZ/s5184/P3285885.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx-otYvarTzTjOZ7_lDaAx1_k44kGG6KRiqljuUSB94XToz45_2VOilG7ImmsYkwkiwJkc_4tPv8FYWIOfZ42pGq7U58uiyb81O7KbhWoJ8i1PbwHjQcXptRRu1l_YRhrX3JIuRFRNn8YHPfEkGngYCPLfxk3PRnEX_OPSPDsqDwCsv4IX8N9ffkxZ/w640-h480/P3285885.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJvjmbXeTxN1YDhnOBOpq5O0acMf4qxnInKdqPEcwGBE9VDc-mkaHNlwXnRmKsjR_NDbv9lUDufzBSwTjQ3YOZlYocoW6S_5SJM0hFNoE843OWZxz_Kov6-6JkLXN8nwy-Idz7rqQs2L1edS257MNRGLX05p_4WIKDqaJh9wKGe2yay46ugJOSUO3c/s3885/IMG_6151.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2914" data-original-width="3885" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJvjmbXeTxN1YDhnOBOpq5O0acMf4qxnInKdqPEcwGBE9VDc-mkaHNlwXnRmKsjR_NDbv9lUDufzBSwTjQ3YOZlYocoW6S_5SJM0hFNoE843OWZxz_Kov6-6JkLXN8nwy-Idz7rqQs2L1edS257MNRGLX05p_4WIKDqaJh9wKGe2yay46ugJOSUO3c/w640-h480/IMG_6151.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWKVf9myspy_IR72NZzqE3e1Y1lPP797ofBtfSL8Cy7iWdhcagoIVBbndyxAMIujYs52et3I9L5YGg0NIbhKKoGdStT3Pf-obdUpeQFK_TdncYgwTWCInf3ZCiwnhYQLBSMaq6U74gcKIpJXHwvMXoPIv45VYAwHiDkyRT_wcdw2FmK6xmiF32zeFU/s5184/P3285937.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWKVf9myspy_IR72NZzqE3e1Y1lPP797ofBtfSL8Cy7iWdhcagoIVBbndyxAMIujYs52et3I9L5YGg0NIbhKKoGdStT3Pf-obdUpeQFK_TdncYgwTWCInf3ZCiwnhYQLBSMaq6U74gcKIpJXHwvMXoPIv45VYAwHiDkyRT_wcdw2FmK6xmiF32zeFU/w640-h480/P3285937.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There's a shaded sand play area with plenty of repurposed kitchen utensils for kids to get creative with as well as some classic toys. Mathilde filled colanders, donut baking trays, saucepans, and traffic cones with sand over and over. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwt7nawX4gYV66hxr0MFZHUGQekfTrUWyOyJiXL4qIWY7osQ6kFpsHoQR63cQPhX3-ORSWMawwNnABhtJt4iTShUi4Viq9iJwmjsSE4BQ-ahQPJerO3iSgv065weKz5qneQADwkayrzUeaaHRftPcvBrHaxdP4S4cjRwrvsrScJ4JCnpa3u2zv9Ny9/s5128/P3285968.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3846" data-original-width="5128" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwt7nawX4gYV66hxr0MFZHUGQekfTrUWyOyJiXL4qIWY7osQ6kFpsHoQR63cQPhX3-ORSWMawwNnABhtJt4iTShUi4Viq9iJwmjsSE4BQ-ahQPJerO3iSgv065weKz5qneQADwkayrzUeaaHRftPcvBrHaxdP4S4cjRwrvsrScJ4JCnpa3u2zv9Ny9/w640-h480/P3285968.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxPKXLnF77z2SmAfoxbOmdtZtlCFnVrVlD7AAedbOOjrZt8Ayw2V0GnYPjeJdGcY53K1qoCbYAGt0HTZwNV6XDOxF0SHT_ssxoQbap0GbVRzxhQRuXcN_a_7d0jA-tHTZnBs9K0IqgMw1xvNaM8PwmdVvPBhfBQ-HRDELff6qtjcSXxTr8IEt7bPET/s3833/IMG_6043.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3833" data-original-width="2875" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxPKXLnF77z2SmAfoxbOmdtZtlCFnVrVlD7AAedbOOjrZt8Ayw2V0GnYPjeJdGcY53K1qoCbYAGt0HTZwNV6XDOxF0SHT_ssxoQbap0GbVRzxhQRuXcN_a_7d0jA-tHTZnBs9K0IqgMw1xvNaM8PwmdVvPBhfBQ-HRDELff6qtjcSXxTr8IEt7bPET/w480-h640/IMG_6043.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span face="-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #262626;">Two of my favorite things about Junkyard Social Club are the fact that they cater to parents just as much as they do kids (there is a LOT of seating outside as well as inside as well as a fully stocked café and bar) and the fact that they have incorporated messages of social justice into the area. A colorful mural calling for justice for Elijah McClain, a young Black man who was killed by Aurora police, was one of the first things that struck me when we walked outside. In the café space there is a large Black Lives Matter painting hanging above couches. Outside of Junkyard Social Club, the fence features a large pro choice mural. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuhW9XxRjG-GgfGrLNSABXpCoDgt-Fhx9N3xbJC09DUBBmsW42s0sOFtf0HtAgpDU03nNQz9bxeoPZnNh0G3vK-d_GGZ3bTNTLmO3V9MPfOP4FawqVZ4BEPy-51Vk3UGK7nf20iC1CJjTjqoqO0cXLXqhHLGX8OCo87TXVWIfbW77OJoEvVTwr16qS/s5184/P3285894.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuhW9XxRjG-GgfGrLNSABXpCoDgt-Fhx9N3xbJC09DUBBmsW42s0sOFtf0HtAgpDU03nNQz9bxeoPZnNh0G3vK-d_GGZ3bTNTLmO3V9MPfOP4FawqVZ4BEPy-51Vk3UGK7nf20iC1CJjTjqoqO0cXLXqhHLGX8OCo87TXVWIfbW77OJoEvVTwr16qS/w480-h640/P3285894.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqcDcAe2cTQ9Czgl81t4svfAWt8h1zz3R5kttGOEHyzHEUODBVi9fG3Jo1ETSUBcT50OUQNVb4puQRHUaOY6v_KDJTm-jnp_pIj9gEGtA6-oGTMXbqHVi92b8q4hJgenOMWfU1oT5SKH1Fp1ibVQbF2Jdbrcq93homwhzUqQ-QYAtvrgvKaLR6Fcf3/s3828/IMG_6191.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3828" data-original-width="2871" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqcDcAe2cTQ9Czgl81t4svfAWt8h1zz3R5kttGOEHyzHEUODBVi9fG3Jo1ETSUBcT50OUQNVb4puQRHUaOY6v_KDJTm-jnp_pIj9gEGtA6-oGTMXbqHVi92b8q4hJgenOMWfU1oT5SKH1Fp1ibVQbF2Jdbrcq93homwhzUqQ-QYAtvrgvKaLR6Fcf3/w480-h640/IMG_6191.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcldtsx0Yr_n7F0V-FmEXluD_ca0DIB8sIQq2HR6O5eKuXnAnYCHqI3ylHv5FjlCHnnOtsA4fpP6VhI1nkyYFpEzf4a2xOsusljZP01_3n1hwC1zGTBaPGhZ8F73U-zWa5EBXWfDKtoZ0JoMZSg0fBRmfa7q4nHYRkJ2-wq4BEyKbNa_UcpZfnYZoh/s3748/IMG_3067.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2811" data-original-width="3748" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcldtsx0Yr_n7F0V-FmEXluD_ca0DIB8sIQq2HR6O5eKuXnAnYCHqI3ylHv5FjlCHnnOtsA4fpP6VhI1nkyYFpEzf4a2xOsusljZP01_3n1hwC1zGTBaPGhZ8F73U-zWa5EBXWfDKtoZ0JoMZSg0fBRmfa7q4nHYRkJ2-wq4BEyKbNa_UcpZfnYZoh/w640-h480/IMG_3067.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNBX119ii67k9ROuqtipNff-sDvuejUWdsy6o08uPmP6pjOlPsJAfLg1BryrdAeY3YHJw39AiI_iAj3bExg6MGORUhYE3Hf_foA5IjtfD11ldY-snjh56ylGKog3vI7vvQArHp2cgjgLvERsIvY37fiM-i-9xDCzLhNkq83p2wmwAeeUJGzhEpma2c/s4032/IMG_3062.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNBX119ii67k9ROuqtipNff-sDvuejUWdsy6o08uPmP6pjOlPsJAfLg1BryrdAeY3YHJw39AiI_iAj3bExg6MGORUhYE3Hf_foA5IjtfD11ldY-snjh56ylGKog3vI7vvQArHp2cgjgLvERsIvY37fiM-i-9xDCzLhNkq83p2wmwAeeUJGzhEpma2c/w480-h640/IMG_3062.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Speaking of the inside area, lets take a look at it. There's plenty of seating for families that want to take a break from playing to eat, for friends to catch up over a coffee, or even for parents who need to work on a lap tap while their kids play. There are also quite a few comfy couches. Kids friendly snacks and drinks are available along with a full coffee menu. There's also a bar for the parents - and for adults only events. The interior is just as quirky as the outdoor space with lots of upcycled creations on display, murals and fun signs - even on the bathroom doors. The inside area also features plenty of rainy/snowy day play with an indoor climbing area, lots of puzzles, games, magnetic blocks and Lego. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlIgfLxKKyIPGPnpFZVb7hCWyCyTb_bG9XvcNUt7YSo71UxOas7lFlh3AVsx6B1fHDHYJFdoMRceskflH7bp_fIPmGtnyAxU3mbxJCkvL-XJ_cGdSv6aH7HlOZB236PpwYWjlfrLxbBdM512-L2cvqwL3QaiIY6r1_BjE_kF92wE7_VckhBjw1TPjg/s3732/IMG_6105.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2799" data-original-width="3732" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlIgfLxKKyIPGPnpFZVb7hCWyCyTb_bG9XvcNUt7YSo71UxOas7lFlh3AVsx6B1fHDHYJFdoMRceskflH7bp_fIPmGtnyAxU3mbxJCkvL-XJ_cGdSv6aH7HlOZB236PpwYWjlfrLxbBdM512-L2cvqwL3QaiIY6r1_BjE_kF92wE7_VckhBjw1TPjg/w640-h480/IMG_6105.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">It's open Tuesdays through Sundays from 10am to 6pm. Entry is $12 for kids ages 2 and up. Adults are free but a $5 donation is suggested. Monthly memberships are available for $40 per family.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Camps, classes, concerts and adults only events are also held fairly regularly. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For more information about visiting Junkyard Social Club head to <b><u><a href="https://junkyardsocialclub.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://junkyardsocialclub.org/</a></u></b>.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoFsIYDm7TElosaglMb3jsb1iEqm5lC84pfK0vt-5N2XMGcHPXGeWNqDZraAeS7F17mANIuKvEaO_IanY9PfXaeguOsbTaVr4XacmAoWWQE1OK0tzDXH3fm5LVXO_v9rREZlSWRq9DIrsb9-a4bSDiMh3rjh8MdskJubZNGvaYAAsZoGphhEL2AHGV/s5057/P3286086.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3793" data-original-width="5057" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoFsIYDm7TElosaglMb3jsb1iEqm5lC84pfK0vt-5N2XMGcHPXGeWNqDZraAeS7F17mANIuKvEaO_IanY9PfXaeguOsbTaVr4XacmAoWWQE1OK0tzDXH3fm5LVXO_v9rREZlSWRq9DIrsb9-a4bSDiMh3rjh8MdskJubZNGvaYAAsZoGphhEL2AHGV/w640-h480/P3286086.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-82191234183425949522023-03-29T13:45:00.003-06:002023-03-29T13:45:23.551-06:00Spring Break in Copenhagen<div class="separator">Recently on Instagram I shared our top five Spring Break trips and it occurred to me that I'm still yet to share our number one trip here on the blog.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I mean, it was only almost six years ago so I'm pretty much right on track based on my posting schedule. I'll get caught up one day!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">So where did we go for our number one Spring Break trip ever? Copenhagen, Denmark! You probably saw that in the post title, right? </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">As a city girl who loves nothing more than exploring urban, historical and cultural sites with plenty of good food, art and shopping thrown in, Copenhagen was a dream destination. In fact, it was a destination that I'd been dreaming of visiting for decades. That said, planning a trip to Denmark wasn't really on my immediate radar until I saw a particular ad pop up in my Facebook feed in January 2017. It was an <b><u><a href="https://www.flysas.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SAS</a></u></b> (Scandinavian Airlines) ad for a kids fly free promotion. I clicked the link not expecting much, but lo and behold this fantastic deal covered all three of our kids (we just had to pay their taxes/fees) and the dates just happened to line up perfectly with our upcoming Spring Break. How could I resist? My only conundrum was which destination to choose for the deal: Copenhagen, Oslo or Stockholm. All three cities have been on my bucket list since I was a kid (growing up with a Finnish best friend meant that I was a little obsessed with Scandinavia from a young age) so it was a tough choice, but ultimately I decided that Copenhagen would be it. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">And what an amazing destination it turned out to be!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I mean, just look at the photos below. Such a beautiful city.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDdOGhOoa-3unUDTohnBauVfY1sOtWU7sLRdKzbilOweBTaOpEMMawPI-GoMZ9z04UTQDJWccVxQ0e9rXl3vqg-VUvrbuqZBtOP3jIO96fawR1LbjxsvJqrsZAjDW0ePa2GCsF2vsqQngoX3CBvUmqD8xonGAkdRkz1qnOQgq27lImEZmYjVGr-Ivd/s4608/P4060008.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Nyhavn in Copenhagen, Denmark" border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDdOGhOoa-3unUDTohnBauVfY1sOtWU7sLRdKzbilOweBTaOpEMMawPI-GoMZ9z04UTQDJWccVxQ0e9rXl3vqg-VUvrbuqZBtOP3jIO96fawR1LbjxsvJqrsZAjDW0ePa2GCsF2vsqQngoX3CBvUmqD8xonGAkdRkz1qnOQgq27lImEZmYjVGr-Ivd/w480-h640/P4060008.jpg" title="Nyhavn in Copenhagen, Denmark" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXxJXAfHI_RnJhWv9hCPXxgUrv01S2tNzMasn1sMAAZ_kG5MSzf3fMyeADiuT7-9wH5jmWgWePGfsE4zC2k9lPr3PgKMq-o8rn4JOwBUtDZrQ1EiTThWXmmhf9CzXL0aK34icToG-AECMuKwoJ48bgc-3slbJx2KdyrYqE4m49csFiviNyek4f4-4-/s4579/P4060002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Don't these pictures just make you want to visit Copenhagen? It really does feel like a fairytale come to life - with a good dose of Scandinavian mid century modern design thrown in! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Read on to learn about my favorite things to so, see and eat in Copenhagen.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As with most of my travel posts, this is a long one so grab yourself a cup of tea and make yourself comfy! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><span></span><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u>Walk around the city and take in the views</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Getting out and about to explore the neighborhood on foot is always one of my favorite things to do when we visit a new city (or even favorite cities that we've visited many times before). It's a great way to take in the sights and sounds of the city, find great places to eat and take in a little of the local culture. Copenhagen is a very walkable city and with so much beautiful architecture and history there's always something to see. Copenhagen is home to many different architectural styles and there are a lot of colorful buildings. The sidewalks are often cobbled or paved, so make sure to keep that in mind if you're traveling with a stroller. 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This area draws in the biggest tourist crowds, so you can expect it to be pretty busy at all times, but it's busy for a good reason. I mean, look at how picture perfect it is! As you can probably guess, the cafes along Nyhavn tend to be a little pricier than in other places, but it's such an iconic spot that I feel it's worth the splurge for at least one meal along the waterfront. Nyhavn is the starting and ending point for most of the canal boat tours.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJhsf47tyWtRpkOYqIUZ8P4x7Eb63XlcQ9uJlBRpJTYwN-E796ZwZ9UggAGbxp07UZ61XpAEWw_I3Nxut1sCSUnFhmTICGGYOH1s5DKQ_pcHqoCho4uy_FGLw0Sdc4NwkRnPQmc8OZYeobB2aCQssIemTozmIeUdXapaL2Tdwu2DIroX74XWqZcsTK/s4608/P4101858.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Nyhavn in Copenhagen, Denmark" border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJhsf47tyWtRpkOYqIUZ8P4x7Eb63XlcQ9uJlBRpJTYwN-E796ZwZ9UggAGbxp07UZ61XpAEWw_I3Nxut1sCSUnFhmTICGGYOH1s5DKQ_pcHqoCho4uy_FGLw0Sdc4NwkRnPQmc8OZYeobB2aCQssIemTozmIeUdXapaL2Tdwu2DIroX74XWqZcsTK/w640-h480/P4101858.jpg" title="Nyhavn in Copenhagen, Denmark" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZNv3wSBnlfq9Ai2bNQvI8f1fHCsWJOO_Elt7YCZJUK1UI-NmidAMl5peqk6XSU_k6Mx9OKu3jiujl5Y2iYFeKGUh3o6WzbDg717JZgN5qY2q1M47R180xhfhkSiEX5OoGRyF9rw5orMthl9DVwL6Io2GS4U1Tl60qUqNg_donfnKw8LYgM7K6qAsK/s4546/P4101770.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Nyhavn in Copenhagen, Denmark" border="0" data-original-height="3410" data-original-width="4546" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZNv3wSBnlfq9Ai2bNQvI8f1fHCsWJOO_Elt7YCZJUK1UI-NmidAMl5peqk6XSU_k6Mx9OKu3jiujl5Y2iYFeKGUh3o6WzbDg717JZgN5qY2q1M47R180xhfhkSiEX5OoGRyF9rw5orMthl9DVwL6Io2GS4U1Tl60qUqNg_donfnKw8LYgM7K6qAsK/w640-h480/P4101770.jpg" title="Nyhavn in Copenhagen, Denmark" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidajf_6D7XiRfenvFT_oH6CCceeB6ocL-J63KAD5aAJhwnpp2y4C3CvsZO9rf0RYSu1jC7yUdaVXmrJzQJ70qtUmWlTBqtq7pCcto-gk01i2yMQTQsnaEtK86uZIqt_cbjehJvMHykAKHycnpEXq7tv4SzmC4SHwRhN9j-4amPX0QDqI8h5ZXLQt2R/s4608/P4101826.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Nyhavn in Copenhagen, Denmark" border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidajf_6D7XiRfenvFT_oH6CCceeB6ocL-J63KAD5aAJhwnpp2y4C3CvsZO9rf0RYSu1jC7yUdaVXmrJzQJ70qtUmWlTBqtq7pCcto-gk01i2yMQTQsnaEtK86uZIqt_cbjehJvMHykAKHycnpEXq7tv4SzmC4SHwRhN9j-4amPX0QDqI8h5ZXLQt2R/w640-h480/P4101826.jpg" title="Nyhavn in Copenhagen, Denmark" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoQEf4_nf6ACLzJrbQ1PiomNwS14hK4eiioWY5_KhclZ6PvEqedw32roDZuETVoxOdnRLTYWSC_XPBbCna8bKZR3UYWHQxb81JWgGpwWYz6QCK8AOa1qawLbod6l1uATd_RUBuD9fk0s-suI-jPgalpxCaRSnYC1NtYejAph6lAVnKj23tbTiKoQF4/s4608/P4101803.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Nyhavn in Copenhagen, Denmark" border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoQEf4_nf6ACLzJrbQ1PiomNwS14hK4eiioWY5_KhclZ6PvEqedw32roDZuETVoxOdnRLTYWSC_XPBbCna8bKZR3UYWHQxb81JWgGpwWYz6QCK8AOa1qawLbod6l1uATd_RUBuD9fk0s-suI-jPgalpxCaRSnYC1NtYejAph6lAVnKj23tbTiKoQF4/w640-h480/P4101803.jpg" title="Nyhavn in Copenhagen, Denmark" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP00X_w6_Ej_1XGe2TeeCwhqL0tUJGs0n1RCC0Ga9mTMQrVt7Ru-76y0gP7dUygcK3UHU2VsdOj8SAtNmsajsDhEU_H4BSIGWU6AX2AvmVgkWFS9qZq-2mgHSECSVR77J51EJLB0XX5oh10P4jierzU43NpmRod3I9PYHFiREaPgwMlXb09yvtVVQu/s4608/P4101825.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Nyhavn in Copenhagen, Denmark" border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP00X_w6_Ej_1XGe2TeeCwhqL0tUJGs0n1RCC0Ga9mTMQrVt7Ru-76y0gP7dUygcK3UHU2VsdOj8SAtNmsajsDhEU_H4BSIGWU6AX2AvmVgkWFS9qZq-2mgHSECSVR77J51EJLB0XX5oh10P4jierzU43NpmRod3I9PYHFiREaPgwMlXb09yvtVVQu/w480-h640/P4101825.jpg" title="Nyhavn in Copenhagen, Denmark" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u>See Copenhagen from the water on a canal boat tour</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A canal boat tour is a must when visiting Copenhagen. It's a great way to see the city from a different perspective and many of them will take you to places you otherwise wouldn't see. Our boat tour took us along the canals in the city starting in Nyhavn. We went out into the harbour, past the modern opera house, the iconic Little Mermaid statue and maritime museums with old ships and a submarine. We opted to sit outside for the best views, but I won't lie - it did get pretty windy and chilly. If you plan to sit outside make sure to dress warmly! The canal boats are long and low so they easily glide under the many bridges crossing the canals, but even so there were a few where we had to make sure we stayed seated as there wasn't an awful lot of clearance under the bridge. 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text-align: left;">Who loves visiting castles? Me! One of the things that has always fascinated me the most when visiting Europe is the castles. If you're a fan of castles too, then you're in luck as Copenhagen is home to six! There are three castles/palaces within the city proper (Rosenborg Castle, Amalienborg Palace and Christiansborg Palace), and three in the surrounding neighborhoods (Kronborg Castle, Frederiksborg Castle and Hermitage Palace). With so many castles to choose from it was tough deciding which one to go to in our limited time, but we ended going with <b><u><a href="https://www.kongernessamling.dk/en/rosenborg/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rosenborg Castle</a></u></b>. Rosenborg is a Renaissance castle built between 1606 and 1634 for Christian IV. It was used as a royal residence until the early 18th century when and then opened to the public as a museum in 1838. The opulent interior is filled with historical pieces including crown jewels, furniture and artwork, as well as its fair share of quirky touches such as odd paintings (hello drinkers peering from below) and a mirrored bedroom. The expansive grounds are lovely and I can only imagine how beautiful they must look in warmer months when the trees are green again.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimVceNq-w-hiT1hD33VA69btpab6hx2MrJJ6CnnzbqPu42FDrKm7_Exfvp7KUXUGGBF8s5OXG37rOmzSybAHm3Rf9v4pMH42-RYYsXyx2RJVR2pdBNtih5SEC0EaW87JPBi9fIBgvQTAQ0_oR8IsFtfMd35LrfxBccVEzaFvcyAGr0x4qQWrwn-Wr7/s4575/P4070797.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3431" data-original-width="4575" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimVceNq-w-hiT1hD33VA69btpab6hx2MrJJ6CnnzbqPu42FDrKm7_Exfvp7KUXUGGBF8s5OXG37rOmzSybAHm3Rf9v4pMH42-RYYsXyx2RJVR2pdBNtih5SEC0EaW87JPBi9fIBgvQTAQ0_oR8IsFtfMd35LrfxBccVEzaFvcyAGr0x4qQWrwn-Wr7/w640-h480/P4070797.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u>Walk the spiral ramp to the top of the Round Tower</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Right in the heart of Copenhagen you'll find the 17th century <a href="https://www.rundetaarn.dk/en/front-page/" rel="nofollow" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">Round Tower</a>. Built in 1648, this Renaissance building is home to Trinity Church, a library hall, a planetarium, and observatory, but it's most interesting feature is the ramp that winds itself seven and a half times around the the hollow central core of the tower to the top. As you walk up the ramp you'll find arched alcoves (perfect for little hiding spots for kids) and windows with views over the streets below. 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text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">When we travel I always like to make sure that we throw in a couple of activities that are a little more kid focused. While my girls were fascinated with the castles and historic buildings of Copenhagen, I knew that they would appreciate a day off from the history lessons, so we spent a day making new animal friends at <b><u><a href="https://www.zoo.dk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Copenhagen Zoo</a></u></b>. Copenhagen Zoo is located in Frederiksberg Have just outside of Copenhagen. Frederiksberg Have is also home to Frederiksberg Palace and the gorgeous 18th century gardens of the palace, so there's a lot on offer in this one location. The kids were excited to see hippos, giraffes, red pandas, tigers, penguins (mind the short fence!) and so much more. The zoo features lots of fun animal sculptures that the kids loved to climb on as well as a great playground. There's an observation tower and plenty of places to eat. We were excited to eat red hotdogs here just like the ones we have back home in Australia that don't seem to exist in the US. Right outside the zoo we visited<a href="https://www.hansenshave.dk/" rel="nofollow" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank"> Hansens Gamle Familiehave</a> for dinner. This is one of the oldest family restaurants in Copenhagen serving traditional Danish style meals. 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text-align: left;">This one was definitely more for me than anyone else, but it ended up being a destination that the whole family enjoyed. If you're a fan of modern Danish design, the <a href="https://designmuseum.dk/en/" rel="nofollow" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration-line: underline;" target="_blank">Designmuseum Danmark</a> is a must see. Housed in an 18th century Rococo style building, this museum features classic Danish designs including furniture, posters, architecture, industrial design, packaging, and so much more. There are plenty of interactive displays to keep kids entertained as well as a studio offering seasonal craft workshops for families. We visited in the lead up to Easter so the girls created an Easter egg craft. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The museum has a fantastic gift shop, a cafe and an outdoor area where kids can burn off energy from those cafe sweets! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJrKmt9VQs3bEGI-cCCw_i8y6vQlK01m70XZBKlIViFsYo_ywzV5dcSga8X0fpuryjfzupAiieaYpHdXU3re4XKvqjkw0AKfgjBI6ZQMuVooHh2cxuvDEi1JTF4U4Whf23pfsLdK2UofpcIDpS7YRsCfT2zbD-xVI0VTowXMwXl3GI10re8QByoT2W/s3805/P4091376.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Designmuseum Danmark in Copenhagen, Denmark" border="0" data-original-height="2854" data-original-width="3805" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJrKmt9VQs3bEGI-cCCw_i8y6vQlK01m70XZBKlIViFsYo_ywzV5dcSga8X0fpuryjfzupAiieaYpHdXU3re4XKvqjkw0AKfgjBI6ZQMuVooHh2cxuvDEi1JTF4U4Whf23pfsLdK2UofpcIDpS7YRsCfT2zbD-xVI0VTowXMwXl3GI10re8QByoT2W/w640-h480/P4091376.jpg" title="Designmuseum Danmark in Copenhagen, Denmark" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimHrVWyBNlU4hMFwCQZUTgZ1k3taJ9ZKXX-peHghhGVWdGvDz8TeUEdH0iEYdUIDdqwNAD2qO5stEqaq3bq_tJOQpTytmxU7lF-76omFb7XxhHI48nqQOwiaBHhE36mkV3gl8ZIqdU47dJ_2quJEvdVsBXQMjRIGdgbo92ynitgRkUHK4DzHwXBHws/s4562/P4091522.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Designmuseum Danmark in Copenhagen, Denmark" border="0" data-original-height="3422" data-original-width="4562" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimHrVWyBNlU4hMFwCQZUTgZ1k3taJ9ZKXX-peHghhGVWdGvDz8TeUEdH0iEYdUIDdqwNAD2qO5stEqaq3bq_tJOQpTytmxU7lF-76omFb7XxhHI48nqQOwiaBHhE36mkV3gl8ZIqdU47dJ_2quJEvdVsBXQMjRIGdgbo92ynitgRkUHK4DzHwXBHws/w640-h480/P4091522.jpg" title="Designmuseum Danmark in Copenhagen, Denmark" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTVOiMjF5aRLcgxzVUriEzNGjeCs9OTD6rKDYslj8zjPXojlW8HR6fODYd4A2K4n8_-TodZxwg04rKGtFy5QYxyxRcRFzA24XRiYGekdd_n66BLurjjGyTDiS28swelsoPC4F1OqfYBLyCwJcL3kqVVNbELTPnl4IRg5V69b3O4e7eTVhku85CysGE/s4552/P4091519.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Designmuseum Danmark in Copenhagen, Denmark" border="0" data-original-height="3414" data-original-width="4552" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTVOiMjF5aRLcgxzVUriEzNGjeCs9OTD6rKDYslj8zjPXojlW8HR6fODYd4A2K4n8_-TodZxwg04rKGtFy5QYxyxRcRFzA24XRiYGekdd_n66BLurjjGyTDiS28swelsoPC4F1OqfYBLyCwJcL3kqVVNbELTPnl4IRg5V69b3O4e7eTVhku85CysGE/w640-h480/P4091519.jpg" title="Designmuseum Danmark in Copenhagen, Denmark" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSxBiwj-MLXpIEgKkwCpgV0a1sRilljyp4qHaiDaC1LOMvUZCjTJZavrMAoDZXfF-QwOvL8OXERHhsWdiwcLHqA1uU_eneN9sfyvzKGGdoWFPaB7uPvaQaY7z_ElYnTaceEaKzGugka34aajJysFOKjgnuzaJTwzMcDevbeu-FR-xvXTqCPOcER6CA/s4199/P4091444.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Designmuseum Danmark in Copenhagen, Denmark" border="0" data-original-height="4199" data-original-width="3149" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSxBiwj-MLXpIEgKkwCpgV0a1sRilljyp4qHaiDaC1LOMvUZCjTJZavrMAoDZXfF-QwOvL8OXERHhsWdiwcLHqA1uU_eneN9sfyvzKGGdoWFPaB7uPvaQaY7z_ElYnTaceEaKzGugka34aajJysFOKjgnuzaJTwzMcDevbeu-FR-xvXTqCPOcER6CA/w480-h640/P4091444.jpg" title="Designmuseum Danmark in Copenhagen, Denmark" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u>Meet the Little Mermaid</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">One of Copenhagen's most famous residents can be found perched on a rock along the shore of the harbor right by the Kastellet fortress. You may know her as Ariel in the Disney movies, but Hans Christian Andersen's Little Mermaid didn't actually have a name in the original story. She was simply the Little Mermaid, or Den Lille Havfreu. Our canal boat tour that I mentioned earlier took us by the Little Mermaid, but we were keen to see her up close so we hopped on a city bus and made our way to the waterfront. We actually could've walked to the Little Mermaid (it's only about a 30 minute walk from the Round Tower) but I had dislocated my shoulder earlier that day and was in quite a bit of pain so we took the bus instead. The statue is quite tiny, but you'll know when you've found it because there will be big crowds. There are plenty of rocks nearby for posing on - or for jumping across in my kids' case. You know one of them fell in, right? Lola slipped off a rock and fell into the icy cold water. We must've looked quite the sight with Lola soaking wet, Kim with his arm in a cast (he broke his wrist shortly before our trip) and me clutching my dislocated shoulder! Anyway, the Little Mermaid is a must see while in Copenhagen. Make sure to check out the nearby Kastellet while you're in the area - unless one of your kids falls in the water and you have to rush back to your accommodation for new clothes!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYN3O45yQOye5qSEXAFBAylkZo9-frliPjrx4ezb_B7X-fzPMs0qRypC95ov8_yjSxWNlvJM-G_A623jrNfXcT6vP3V5GrjJryWY0nf_LMnXQt-67yoRijf3ObhFec8skIe_Ik4o87Bc1iWJGMWu7lit1Mg4u7PX7vgysbctXmUR3s74-wkC48n8tg/s4608/P4070869.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen, Denmark" border="0" data-original-height="4608" data-original-width="3456" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYN3O45yQOye5qSEXAFBAylkZo9-frliPjrx4ezb_B7X-fzPMs0qRypC95ov8_yjSxWNlvJM-G_A623jrNfXcT6vP3V5GrjJryWY0nf_LMnXQt-67yoRijf3ObhFec8skIe_Ik4o87Bc1iWJGMWu7lit1Mg4u7PX7vgysbctXmUR3s74-wkC48n8tg/w480-h640/P4070869.jpg" title="The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen, Denmark" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwM2eO-hOlxkXlvcgrU1ZCEKFuxJlxUbd02HHeTF2QX4X4YvUHDaazU1Ix9F-NjqGdG0Rei8z7mnZh85WRGYJRRVyIgzskfNsTHtacREvaba6NCCBLayFOXeQyr-wpE7Pi8X6l4ZIehOzG6y5qrAB2LE574G8EWjGLgXbS9p-LBHDN4dJdat420xN1/s4422/P4070896.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen, Denmark" border="0" data-original-height="4422" data-original-width="3317" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwM2eO-hOlxkXlvcgrU1ZCEKFuxJlxUbd02HHeTF2QX4X4YvUHDaazU1Ix9F-NjqGdG0Rei8z7mnZh85WRGYJRRVyIgzskfNsTHtacREvaba6NCCBLayFOXeQyr-wpE7Pi8X6l4ZIehOzG6y5qrAB2LE574G8EWjGLgXbS9p-LBHDN4dJdat420xN1/w480-h640/P4070896.jpg" title="The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen, Denmark" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u>Spend a fun day at Tivoli Gardens</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This was probably the kids' favorite day out of our entire trip! We're generally not amusement park people, but our visit to Copenhagen happened to line up with the re-opening of <b><u><a href="https://www.tivoli.dk/en/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tivoli Gardens</a></u></b> after their annual Winter closure. We had walked past the entrance of Tivoli Gardens pretty much every day of our trip and the girls were intrigued by what was inside. The re-opening day just happened to coincide with our last full day in Copenhagen so we decided what better place to end our week. If you're like me and not too fussed about visiting amusement parks, this is the place for you. It's on a much smaller scale than similar parks you'd find in the US and it's filled with classic rides, beautiful gardens (Spring was out in full force here!) and so much history. Tivoli Gardens opened in 1843 making it the third oldest amusement park in the whole world. I've shared our visit Tivoli Gardens on the blog before and you can find that in depth post <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2022/04/spring-at-tivoli-gardens.html" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. We ended up staying at Tivoli Gardens for the entire day, only leaving when it closing time. There's a good mix of rides and attractions here for kids of all ages as well as lots of great places to eat. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHGONB6ScbDVBfQo52mcS0I0x_pGKd0N5tBNap5feq176MD4p6beCZZlAPlIcdmDVoTqqFo4RZ84wjQh2L219AFLeZr55QywwDlneh9vm160pPz0Tw4Z95gba3YBV5G-65cjGl3AGyaZ7AsEfjf7IpsBCiL0UuLBqL4kljR9wP7ZEiZaYR1kAWi9dL/s4289/P4102111.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, Denmark" border="0" data-original-height="3217" data-original-width="4289" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHGONB6ScbDVBfQo52mcS0I0x_pGKd0N5tBNap5feq176MD4p6beCZZlAPlIcdmDVoTqqFo4RZ84wjQh2L219AFLeZr55QywwDlneh9vm160pPz0Tw4Z95gba3YBV5G-65cjGl3AGyaZ7AsEfjf7IpsBCiL0UuLBqL4kljR9wP7ZEiZaYR1kAWi9dL/w640-h480/P4102111.jpg" title="Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, Denmark" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u>Make time for down time in a park or playground</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For me, it's always important to schedule in a little down time when traveling. This can look different depending on where we are, but usually involves visiting a playground or park where us adults can sit and relax while the kids burn off some energy - because you know they always have a lot of energy no matter how much sightseeing we've done! Copenhagen is home to many parks and public gardens so finding a green space to spend a little time is pretty easy. Just take a look at Google maps and you'll find a lot of green spots. Playgrounds are a little trickier to find, but we found a few nestled in residential neighborhoods. One park that we spent some time relaxing in was University Gardens in Frederiksberg. This lush park is filled with grassy areas for picnicking and playing, paths for strolling and plenty of seating. Spring was in full bloom here with tulips and daffodils all over. Another day we found ourselves walking along a small body of water with geese and swans. The kids would've happily skipped rocks and watched the birds for hours. We didn't stop quite that long, but it was nice to take a little break and enjoy some nature. We also found a little playground nearby our AirBnB that the kids enjoyed playing in. Even if it's just a half hour stop to play on swings or run around in a park I find it makes a huge difference to our day.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVER4xsnyG34PbE7ocox6LMAxM8SsTNwzrgbFRYXaVevjwZPCX-ofn89oIcZQ_hCWbaTFFf3VxF1bWbcSBozel40Z_cZ6mvT_2TdqcEf9wLXbsSBnX0STeMZdXDy_Fu_z_W-h_QMpoLkAsYBg0jWlVDxFVIfJ0FBH3HbAUonn09F4T_bwXTd_DLj7U/s4608/P4081084.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVER4xsnyG34PbE7ocox6LMAxM8SsTNwzrgbFRYXaVevjwZPCX-ofn89oIcZQ_hCWbaTFFf3VxF1bWbcSBozel40Z_cZ6mvT_2TdqcEf9wLXbsSBnX0STeMZdXDy_Fu_z_W-h_QMpoLkAsYBg0jWlVDxFVIfJ0FBH3HbAUonn09F4T_bwXTd_DLj7U/w640-h480/P4081084.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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And I mean a lot! One thing you'll notice here is that there are way more bikes on the roads than there are cars. I mean, just look at that pic below with just two cars and eleven bikes stopped at a traffic light. With such an emphasis on biking as a form of transportation Copenhagen is a pretty safe city to ride around. This means that even if you haven't ridden a bike in a really long time you'll likely feel pretty comfortable biking here. Drivers are pretty good about sharing the road with cyclists, which is definitely not true in many American and Australian cities. Plus there are plenty of family friendly bike options, like the classic Christiania cargo bikes, so if you're visiting with kids that are too little to peddle themselves you can still easily get around by bike. We mostly stuck with walking, but we rented bikes one day and it was such a fun way to get around the city. Kim rode a Christiania bike with Lola and Mathilde in the front while Ava and I rode regular bikes. Because Copenhagen is such a bike friendly city you'll generally have no problems finding somewhere to park your bike when you're out and about. Locking up bikes does not seem to be common so no need to worry if you can't find something to lock your bikes against. Make sure to read my "Good to know" tips at the bottom of this post for the Danish left turn bike rules.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhCcEUhSCm3MtZIYU8LSe5iRBiZnXrnOpsqfRkMv0wZsoD5SoxbNS3zkxohkMfw2RqHuuL1ZV4xA_PqkVYbr2JYpP473uDsdyIFyHH_ESUYR4n-WieTLregMBTOqc_baJTT21HgZdXjXduWTn8fmg3mgBpX5HlXpkxf-fAsUcA_az5FjVs89mHvhJy/s4608/P4091702%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhCcEUhSCm3MtZIYU8LSe5iRBiZnXrnOpsqfRkMv0wZsoD5SoxbNS3zkxohkMfw2RqHuuL1ZV4xA_PqkVYbr2JYpP473uDsdyIFyHH_ESUYR4n-WieTLregMBTOqc_baJTT21HgZdXjXduWTn8fmg3mgBpX5HlXpkxf-fAsUcA_az5FjVs89mHvhJy/w640-h480/P4091702%20(1).jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO5rkTmoqyuiX3byymKFEn7mgCkfXBhDFAS1GcY_QRKqfUqPVVR24Ou6LddlKegRibEcVq5h_XGoBYm5PbYLyVdBOvRrhdPqNcuvl-oO3Do8CwW0bzhRtLF49u0ozACbJyl4bLlbopPXnGjzkSaedGx_KYVFKUPRN9FnfIeXi6fm-vJTDLIPih8iO1/s4608/P4070841.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO5rkTmoqyuiX3byymKFEn7mgCkfXBhDFAS1GcY_QRKqfUqPVVR24Ou6LddlKegRibEcVq5h_XGoBYm5PbYLyVdBOvRrhdPqNcuvl-oO3Do8CwW0bzhRtLF49u0ozACbJyl4bLlbopPXnGjzkSaedGx_KYVFKUPRN9FnfIeXi6fm-vJTDLIPih8iO1/w640-h480/P4070841.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6_WppB72ZvusFJOe98cwW9rWD5LOMd-pRaoko3c1LA7SiFfadWKn2zfjHXYDpf9foSGv3TUUS0Z3K-P5zntme_4SS3BPI8DR5SH8YEMLGBwr4jAkrpGDGEP0AvjRJDxQAlHST_Vzk_fq1M_imsDogCL-zcBQ-EK8ntm-29Q0WdcSVbj9Q7AUAypps/s4109/P4102129.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4109" data-original-width="3082" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6_WppB72ZvusFJOe98cwW9rWD5LOMd-pRaoko3c1LA7SiFfadWKn2zfjHXYDpf9foSGv3TUUS0Z3K-P5zntme_4SS3BPI8DR5SH8YEMLGBwr4jAkrpGDGEP0AvjRJDxQAlHST_Vzk_fq1M_imsDogCL-zcBQ-EK8ntm-29Q0WdcSVbj9Q7AUAypps/w480-h640/P4102129.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u>Check out statues, fountains and public art</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Like most European cities, Copenhagen is full of statues, fountains, gargoyles and plenty of quirky design touches. Grand statues of historical and mythical figures. Ornate fountains dotting the city squares. Gargoyles clinging to the roof tops of buildings. There's always something interesting to see if only you look for it. Sometimes these features are right there, like the towering statues, but sometimes you need to change your perspective a little. Look down and you'll find ornate sewer covers engraved with city crests. Look up and you'll spot murals on the sides of buildings or maybe even a unicorn head on a pharmacy. That one was a fun surprise! 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text-align: left;">Copenhagen is a great place for eating out! It's a pretty international city when it comes to cuisine so we ate a fairly mixed variety of foods when we were there (going to Wagamama for noodles was a big hit with the kids) but we also made sure to try some Danish foods. We visited a small café where we ate the classic open faced Smørrebrød sandwiches, we dined at a traditional family style restaurant, and the kids were excited to find classic red hotdogs. Our favorite Danish discovery was a type of marshmallow fluff served on top of ice cream. We pretty much ate this every day - thanks to there being a delicious chocolate and ice cream store across the street from our AirBnB! Because we had a kitchen in our AirBnB we also went grocery shopping a couple of times. Supermarkets are always a fun place to visit when in a new country. I love seeing all the different product names and the packaging. We found a few interesting products that required impromptu supermarket photo shoots (Kim chips and Obama beer, for example) but our best find was a brand of chocolate milk called Matilde. We never find products with Mathilde's name on them (there are plenty of Ava and Lola products and stores out there) so she was very excited when we found this milk. The spelling wasn't quite the same, but it was close enough that Mathilde decided it was her milk. She even thought the little girl on the label was her! We brought home empty Matilde milk bottles in our luggage so she could continue drinking out of them after our trip.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHcvg9sRaU2jc9FGowg3wM2pgWwbu__7NWbLeDaHvsdpMs_T5cs7yIczoMUWdXmusDxiDB357QTSqHWTFpg_6SNlg0MscL7mWmFs67NBwJPSSGnRAeiGhMNvH-EVAIa3UkjMHqSw9xwrU2vL4PLJCrTJCBWXtXSlisbjvwWQNQomL2IFzxm-rbY7vm/s4522/P4059943.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4522" data-original-width="3391" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHcvg9sRaU2jc9FGowg3wM2pgWwbu__7NWbLeDaHvsdpMs_T5cs7yIczoMUWdXmusDxiDB357QTSqHWTFpg_6SNlg0MscL7mWmFs67NBwJPSSGnRAeiGhMNvH-EVAIa3UkjMHqSw9xwrU2vL4PLJCrTJCBWXtXSlisbjvwWQNQomL2IFzxm-rbY7vm/w480-h640/P4059943.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">We generally don't do an awful lot of shopping when we travel apart from buying Christmas ornaments and fridge magnets as souvenirs as well as the kids buying something little for themselves, but on this trip I just knew I had to bring home a little Danish design for myself. If you're a fan of mid-century modern design then Denmark is a shopping dream come true! I splurged on Kristian Vedel wooden birds at the Designmuseum Danmark, shopped for classic Danish styles for me at Samsoe Samsoe and Danefae for the kids, and the kids stocked up Plus Plus blocks which they were able to buy by weight and color. as well as Lego.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0dVoNAbN5QAIHLYESjUNZZt9Lvwc0ijfpSr6MhuJVhdPUe8ZvFwHIP_AiglCGQ_z9mYcWwhVmz4TaX8ZvI1lBxaBxNKwg2sVUgRh5nRNvyylwm9tpqUPjXYYuWQXrTFSQx1oNDqWHpcz9dqWQ0phro8IbePb2i4keSKWcRZYznIowGN_LbitP1ucU/s4455/P4060454.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4455" data-original-width="3341" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0dVoNAbN5QAIHLYESjUNZZt9Lvwc0ijfpSr6MhuJVhdPUe8ZvFwHIP_AiglCGQ_z9mYcWwhVmz4TaX8ZvI1lBxaBxNKwg2sVUgRh5nRNvyylwm9tpqUPjXYYuWQXrTFSQx1oNDqWHpcz9dqWQ0phro8IbePb2i4keSKWcRZYznIowGN_LbitP1ucU/w480-h640/P4060454.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCLK3zWTQjacyd-6ELmZOKNUBayronvlFSJFt4j3KOXzoX20KINW2kHw7FoR6rGMXHRzwfxcutke4erFD8XWufDYmxfSCaj8otARh_cEoRuMQAlZ0weEVFlhC5It_byaQVm-vAhO3-d8HE9TDPWFfLixHOJQLMxGRerBR6Gh9UDO6XV-zsHYumS1m-/s3762/P4049299.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3762" data-original-width="2822" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCLK3zWTQjacyd-6ELmZOKNUBayronvlFSJFt4j3KOXzoX20KINW2kHw7FoR6rGMXHRzwfxcutke4erFD8XWufDYmxfSCaj8otARh_cEoRuMQAlZ0weEVFlhC5It_byaQVm-vAhO3-d8HE9TDPWFfLixHOJQLMxGRerBR6Gh9UDO6XV-zsHYumS1m-/w480-h640/P4049299.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIyZZeBN_ZBFPZonivGzYVkjTH2AQh6XUlc2QU10q7ZnzwflJrT5JlAtN41f5O_8_t6MCJ6uSMJ_epo77lUQ6n0ogXbigr4Y0Y2-opmK9Ce4VDZ2WtZG0vYcxlJiHwiASFU3cvBWU6BfY9HDPM52NbQ87VoTdtHkXbQ2NsfTFBBHtx2X7BY75pbDEp/s3237/P4102132.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3237" data-original-width="2428" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIyZZeBN_ZBFPZonivGzYVkjTH2AQh6XUlc2QU10q7ZnzwflJrT5JlAtN41f5O_8_t6MCJ6uSMJ_epo77lUQ6n0ogXbigr4Y0Y2-opmK9Ce4VDZ2WtZG0vYcxlJiHwiASFU3cvBWU6BfY9HDPM52NbQ87VoTdtHkXbQ2NsfTFBBHtx2X7BY75pbDEp/w480-h640/P4102132.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3rNRxB9u0QbLvgJdgWzMTkf8XgVlTaK338WmxAKx_ina0hPUH-rWvLXKegUOAbzYsY7dxfphNEn4ruCfjl6gnvdYQCfg_RAHbx-8yYR_z0Z7WqyWZJAwCIDs9vW7CagLdMVECklVdTNqbLsiz-aMuQC10qR05CT9oP-3orlWTxu2ARogXvRfksROy/s4608/P4102040.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3rNRxB9u0QbLvgJdgWzMTkf8XgVlTaK338WmxAKx_ina0hPUH-rWvLXKegUOAbzYsY7dxfphNEn4ruCfjl6gnvdYQCfg_RAHbx-8yYR_z0Z7WqyWZJAwCIDs9vW7CagLdMVECklVdTNqbLsiz-aMuQC10qR05CT9oP-3orlWTxu2ARogXvRfksROy/w640-h480/P4102040.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u>Where to stay</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div>During our time in Copenhagen we actually stayed just outside of the city proper in Frederiksberg. This was a great location because it was fairly close to everything (just a twenty minute walk to Tivoli Gardens and the main train station in one direction, and twenty minutes to Copenhagen Zoo in the other) and it was substantially cheaper than staying somewhere more tourist oriented. Walking along the streets of Frederiksberg into Copenhagen gave us a chance to experience a bit of every day life. There were also regular buses for when we chose not to walk. We stayed in an AirBnB which gave us the option to eat some meals at home to save money. We generally ate out for lunch and dinner, but we always ate breakfast at "home" before heading out and there were a few times we got back early and hit up the local supermarket for dinner supplies. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u>Handy tips for visiting Copenhagen</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u>Money</u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Denmark is considered a pretty expensive country, and it is on the pricier side when it comes to many things, but I have to be honest and say that it wasn't anywhere near as expensive as I had imagined before we visited. Sure, somethings were a little pricier than they are in the US, but it was substantially cheaper than Australia for pretty much everything. Grocery shopping was pretty much on par with the prices we were used to in California and while eating out was a little pricey, this really depended on the location. When we strolled away from the more touristy areas the prices were only a little higher than the US, but much cheaper than eating out in Australia. One thing that makes everything SEEM expensive in Denmark is the Danish Kroner. At the time of writing (and also during our trip) the exchange rate was about US$1 to DKK7. Which means that a latte looks crazy expensive at DKK35 but it's actually only US$5. Those big numbers can be pretty deceiving but when you factor in the exchange rate the prices really aren't that bad. In fact, I found that entry to tourist attractions was a lot cheaper in Denmark than most other places we've visited. For example, Tivoli Gardens costs around US$65 for adults which is a lot cheaper than entry to Disneyland. Rosenborg Castle and the Designmuseum are both under US$20 for adults with free or heavily discounted entry for children. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtb-9qqjRvI22vg17bK6Ed-gaVert4d_x4vLvU9zdINUkUEtA8KPg25ZF65cZ3kW5gCtTV8-Y-kx3glqDKzFtmWq_kG2VrrLza8g6Svnms5PK9KRQsK12bKec-RbfqZ7BRcfvwtWg3kzWcwWE-SX263EHLz4E5m6GeCRAXM236z-wtfCcoOVcqbE_S/s4608/P4049183.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtb-9qqjRvI22vg17bK6Ed-gaVert4d_x4vLvU9zdINUkUEtA8KPg25ZF65cZ3kW5gCtTV8-Y-kx3glqDKzFtmWq_kG2VrrLza8g6Svnms5PK9KRQsK12bKec-RbfqZ7BRcfvwtWg3kzWcwWE-SX263EHLz4E5m6GeCRAXM236z-wtfCcoOVcqbE_S/w640-h480/P4049183.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u>Credit Cards</u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ok, this was an odd one that may not be an issue now that the US is finally catching up with Europe when it comes to credit card technology, but we ran into a few issues using our American credit cards. Despite having chips, our American credit cards required a signature in order for the transaction to go through. Signing for credit card transactions is a thing of the past in Denmark - and many other countries. In fact, when this first happened in a supermarket none of the staff even knew that this had been a thing in the past! Not even the supermarket manager could work out how to process a signature so we switched to using our Australian credit card after that. Obviously this is not an option for most American tourists, so just keep in mind that if your credit card doesn't have a tap option you may run into some problems. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u>Getting around</u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As I've mentioned a few times above, we mostly explored Copenhagen on foot. It's an incredibly walkable city and walking is a great way to take in the sights. Biking is another great way to get around Copenhagen and there are plenty of bike rental stores to be found. Cargo bikes are common and are a great way to carry kids and shopping. The city bus system is fantastic with regular buses servicing pretty much anywhere you'd want to go. We downloaded the DOT Ticket app and used this for our bus passes. This app can also be used for train travel which is handy for day trips. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u>Cobblestones vs strollers</u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As is the case in many European cities, Copenhagen has many sidewalks and roads that are paved with cobblestones or otherwise bumpy pavers. If you're traveling with young children and will be bringing a stroller this is definitely something to keep in mind. We used a McLaren umbrella stroller for when Mathilde's little legs were tired (she was almost 3 at the time) but with its tiny wheels it was a pretty bumpy ride. For an older toddler this wasn't so bad (in fact, Mathilde thought all the bumps were funny) but if you're traveling with a baby or a younger toddler that still naps you may want to consider bring a stroller with larger wheels. I noticed that most locals seemed to have jogger style strollers with larger wheels. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u>Bikes - left hand turns</u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I mentioned above that there is a special rule for making left hand turns while bike riding in Copenhagen. Even though it adds a little extra time to your ride, I actually really like this rule as it makes the road much safer for everyone. No trying to get across lanes of moving traffic. Instead of getting into the left lane to turn left at traffic lights, bikes stay on the right, crossing through the intersection on green and stopping on the other side. Riders are required to hold their arm up to indicate to traffic that they will be stopping on the other side of the intersection. They then join the traffic on the perpendicular road to complete the turn. Think of it is being the same as crossing two ways as a pedestrian. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u>Language</u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Danish is the language of Denmark and obviously everything is in Danish. We generally encountered English speaking service staff in stores, cafes and attractions but we made sure to learn a few simple words and phrases in Danish as well. This is something I always make sure to do when visiting non-English speaking countries. One thing I did notice, is that even at highly touristed places, signage was often only in Danish. This was also true of menus at many places we visited. As someone who speaks German, I found there were enough similarities that I was able to get the general gist of most Danish signs and menus I read, but Google Translate would definitely come in handy here. The kids didn't let everything being in Danish stop them from completing word searches and crosswords on kid's menus!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyeN2SpXKHoSoalqti222_Ifec_R7aqpUjdYngAUblsavNZecnYSCA02OdYRa21PSiLpxuZF5QcPw2Cb3SwkgHbP72u1B8aPBTTZaoNqXfr0PZ2LkpLKtFWp-lhTFrr6691kRoo9Hpdde-iF-zwMA2MOHZIaXv83dGD6S8fTCe--kZNU7tuSw_rt6m/s4608/P4059948.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyeN2SpXKHoSoalqti222_Ifec_R7aqpUjdYngAUblsavNZecnYSCA02OdYRa21PSiLpxuZF5QcPw2Cb3SwkgHbP72u1B8aPBTTZaoNqXfr0PZ2LkpLKtFWp-lhTFrr6691kRoo9Hpdde-iF-zwMA2MOHZIaXv83dGD6S8fTCe--kZNU7tuSw_rt6m/w640-h480/P4059948.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEn6TfkWyjq8JVBeFGKVXcSVVsRcEEZRk3d7l-fTkxh4s2MLyyZzSpTeUDZVy-R2_88gigx136m29ProeYGIoDXOYUKMDI9bBEUiILi1cFEZ2wi6Cx9wqziFFgTpqVr0n9QGiN_Y2p3LC0b8J7RUvdQwrUUyF2qeyAabvonEgc_8OskJBrRbTW3vWa/s4425/P4059723.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3319" data-original-width="4425" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEn6TfkWyjq8JVBeFGKVXcSVVsRcEEZRk3d7l-fTkxh4s2MLyyZzSpTeUDZVy-R2_88gigx136m29ProeYGIoDXOYUKMDI9bBEUiILi1cFEZ2wi6Cx9wqziFFgTpqVr0n9QGiN_Y2p3LC0b8J7RUvdQwrUUyF2qeyAabvonEgc_8OskJBrRbTW3vWa/w640-h480/P4059723.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u>Electricity</u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you're traveling to Denmark from the US make sure to check that all electrical items you pack are dual voltage 110/220. Computer equipment, and phone/camera chargers are generally dual voltage, but not all hair dryers and straightening irons etc are (or they may require a change in settings) so make sure to check this first. The standard European Type C adapter should work in most power sockets. I just had to include a picture here of the Danish power sockets because they look like an adorable little smiling face!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2wiy_xNqg0N3Ynvp38PaSv4SRA2qdmpfGIPXyYEVMieOcbHSYTUGt0sJUW03idNRHcFm-i5lZk2J1st7Ylp_9srX7vQzx34omkkYnifVIrwJhekkjbKctqixSzZ-LNsbZwFn8gqPlpuABCwTNnX0vQqFjLUxHqSD8cVdqaoIWH3WyyiHxnD__JaFL/s3941/P4081026.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2956" data-original-width="3941" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2wiy_xNqg0N3Ynvp38PaSv4SRA2qdmpfGIPXyYEVMieOcbHSYTUGt0sJUW03idNRHcFm-i5lZk2J1st7Ylp_9srX7vQzx34omkkYnifVIrwJhekkjbKctqixSzZ-LNsbZwFn8gqPlpuABCwTNnX0vQqFjLUxHqSD8cVdqaoIWH3WyyiHxnD__JaFL/w640-h480/P4081026.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">These fun bear statues are part of Chautauqua's annual <b><u><a href="https://www.chautauqua.com/2022/winterfest-art-in-the-park-2022/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Art in the Park</a></u></b> event. Fifteen colorfully painted fiberglass bears can be found throughout the historic campus. They make for a fun little treasure hunt, and if you've been here a while you'll know that I'm a big fan of statue treasure hunts. In the past we've enjoyed searching for the <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2015/01/san-francisco-heart-treasure-hunt.html" target="_blank">heart statues</a></u></b> in San Francisco, the <b><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bms7ld-hwvm/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lobster</a></u></b> statues in Plymouth, the <b><u>bison</u></b> statues around Salt Lake City, and the <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/04/superior-prairie-dogs.html" target="_blank">prairie dogs</a></u></b> right here in neighboring Superior. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDEm4Wn_0F2TW1bxPTgy7z1pyiaMm7_ictA7-ZESjx-uOnxXJIRj_7zfJrqGQ2Hk7SDq-QCUnvIs8RuwJEFHNRAFIwsGlqXC3p2x9Ncnd-5lhjH1kFxw2Dn89fHsN2e9kX4BaEI7-uGwsIgnkIiKoCF_al6MjwS7GdKK8eaWiwp-Zisor3DYRcpznN/s4032/IMG_3983_jpg.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDEm4Wn_0F2TW1bxPTgy7z1pyiaMm7_ictA7-ZESjx-uOnxXJIRj_7zfJrqGQ2Hk7SDq-QCUnvIs8RuwJEFHNRAFIwsGlqXC3p2x9Ncnd-5lhjH1kFxw2Dn89fHsN2e9kX4BaEI7-uGwsIgnkIiKoCF_al6MjwS7GdKK8eaWiwp-Zisor3DYRcpznN/w480-h640/IMG_3983_jpg.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Each one of these fun bears was painted by a different artist. Let's take a look at them...</div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u>New Yorker by Rick Dallago</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi95xkX9vHivzntzlFlyNRvbSZOKRci-d6qSMXnG-7sx6ArvVeBHa5evEZqj1NpEf2qaB0dLuEg4IoIQDmrJMdaH80NWlBSyCW7X8NgHUJltN1ioxl5vV9IotvoRqFAZ0YNw8A3OeUDfQ4AU4cXNrNgb4WVzwUaz0AD0xGbzG-oJAUuKgPBPQZ5AjIm/s4032/IMG_3988_jpg.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi95xkX9vHivzntzlFlyNRvbSZOKRci-d6qSMXnG-7sx6ArvVeBHa5evEZqj1NpEf2qaB0dLuEg4IoIQDmrJMdaH80NWlBSyCW7X8NgHUJltN1ioxl5vV9IotvoRqFAZ0YNw8A3OeUDfQ4AU4cXNrNgb4WVzwUaz0AD0xGbzG-oJAUuKgPBPQZ5AjIm/w480-h640/IMG_3988_jpg.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u>Gus by Julie Kitzes</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjij8Mth3j5h0905nI76GacoWxHgDJ55ZqF-Rzo81PtHrO2C54v8nfd___fzkwq_mRvozylAjFgktIV6YNRH65xECCnjfABEqDVBDWFxNRTsPzkkqmw9s95qERdXhMcUn0Qhq0D1I4Iqa7dHB7VhEFvS-EOh128b54yAiUjn-duIYsRcv6Flldbptpl/s4032/IMG_3993.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjij8Mth3j5h0905nI76GacoWxHgDJ55ZqF-Rzo81PtHrO2C54v8nfd___fzkwq_mRvozylAjFgktIV6YNRH65xECCnjfABEqDVBDWFxNRTsPzkkqmw9s95qERdXhMcUn0Qhq0D1I4Iqa7dHB7VhEFvS-EOh128b54yAiUjn-duIYsRcv6Flldbptpl/w480-h640/IMG_3993.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u>Madre Osa by Cindy Loya</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgxEkrLiiXjYTQaYK3R3_bVnlxvRtutGnKwQgFt2DPqBfTF0QAaYOrWP3rkKjkz_UYFVinbi4sXC78emJmMT8sIUL-komZ6Am3P6cPGZJ-gpux-MZlB8Z1Ak5C49Zx_yQJWJ4Tq00ju_YMKM7OMtIB25OypQq5I2cmrQiogV623VyLlEXyJkg6V9-J/s3690/IMG_4005_jpg.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3690" data-original-width="2768" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgxEkrLiiXjYTQaYK3R3_bVnlxvRtutGnKwQgFt2DPqBfTF0QAaYOrWP3rkKjkz_UYFVinbi4sXC78emJmMT8sIUL-komZ6Am3P6cPGZJ-gpux-MZlB8Z1Ak5C49Zx_yQJWJ4Tq00ju_YMKM7OMtIB25OypQq5I2cmrQiogV623VyLlEXyJkg6V9-J/w480-h640/IMG_4005_jpg.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u>Hermoso Oso by Jenn Cunningham</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmZAFRJximFsycv0gq62nS2kcptPZNx9Sdun7fCmy9a3nEMCVTVFVFXjybd2xarScSYUClOcOg-skOBYvg3-ltW_TsqciX_brbCfyxTbjYTbSMGzU51GzGJwJyBDHfBYXOUlkVR41um_4q16DNfVyFuoTuXBkmYybiRMtSbFGkrFoYBmJAh-GJi_7Y/s3790/IMG_4013_jpg.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3790" data-original-width="2843" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmZAFRJximFsycv0gq62nS2kcptPZNx9Sdun7fCmy9a3nEMCVTVFVFXjybd2xarScSYUClOcOg-skOBYvg3-ltW_TsqciX_brbCfyxTbjYTbSMGzU51GzGJwJyBDHfBYXOUlkVR41um_4q16DNfVyFuoTuXBkmYybiRMtSbFGkrFoYBmJAh-GJi_7Y/w480-h640/IMG_4013_jpg.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><u>Patches by Candie Cain</u></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgImZuedzZmRKrHekfq-5XuVgau6JfTJDF6tuOYzyIgesCw1gGC2t7063kx08jpGbpdOwaM89FBsadI1WzXqObK7py4TLn0wrhXZKfijV_WSIa_D6O7gwOS4EGjOrEfy6PI_7LmkW2lrnC7aQggJFlxsmW9x13mVHOHfNnFldmlIy8k1RDUM9e09ddy/s4032/IMG_4020_jpg.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgImZuedzZmRKrHekfq-5XuVgau6JfTJDF6tuOYzyIgesCw1gGC2t7063kx08jpGbpdOwaM89FBsadI1WzXqObK7py4TLn0wrhXZKfijV_WSIa_D6O7gwOS4EGjOrEfy6PI_7LmkW2lrnC7aQggJFlxsmW9x13mVHOHfNnFldmlIy8k1RDUM9e09ddy/w480-h640/IMG_4020_jpg.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYzHhgm34O6vdrgzpHEkaH_SlZQdgtDxLSIrEb6JpMuT0AJn4rdMkwg6ETZ3hoV3wvnp5_v7TTiHrH0fvtiHA3KFfuD7jROGZoGwxNzF0H3xreEfvxt0YA8yiW5Q_SHr9rKUoE6h59L8Efvm_yhTlYVTE5E6Dp_3V4cJmh0C3gcTwReEnjy06vdoqH/w480-h640/IMG_4081_jpg.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are three more bears that we didn't manage to get pictures with due to things blocking them (or the sun being too bright for Mathilde to open her eyes!) but we'll go back another day to try for pics.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After we checked out the bears we headed over to Chautauqua Playground to play. Here we found another bear statue, this time a permanent one. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg8Ib-Vs71maIc6x7N5-hjUq8rd5qn0o1vaLi_XFmKvnCcIf-moSiMWgkNPs3e5ta0MzxtX9feZmCxVyXv369Wpf1q3PcCQB7Yml3punshF0MS-8_JTxwnqVwch8arV1nmEJb7WoIzbpFqHCylCnGXCup51zVNjoZyqRnOBhrrXwS9kg_AILd1imDq/s4032/IMG_4115.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg8Ib-Vs71maIc6x7N5-hjUq8rd5qn0o1vaLi_XFmKvnCcIf-moSiMWgkNPs3e5ta0MzxtX9feZmCxVyXv369Wpf1q3PcCQB7Yml3punshF0MS-8_JTxwnqVwch8arV1nmEJb7WoIzbpFqHCylCnGXCup51zVNjoZyqRnOBhrrXwS9kg_AILd1imDq/w480-h640/IMG_4115.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Art in the Park runs through April 16th 2023, after which the fifteen bear statues will be auctioned off. To learned more about Art in the Park visit https://www.chautauqua.com/2022/winterfest-art-in-the-park-2022/</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCASqwi6owihwoTTR_EXda4XJXah59rp-5CQfaR_-p8xLXTvyVyxKDfmBNr7IItqtN_akanBjO6wgmc0iHDG941HPyPTqJAeWJZGdW8gGctx0lvjS98tBQsF-R6WszsnH_U247iJO5rIynZ2sgw817RENFBrQu9uHWRmCuQIgEXfR_4r5iytSYSjFw/s4032/IMG_4093_jpg.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCASqwi6owihwoTTR_EXda4XJXah59rp-5CQfaR_-p8xLXTvyVyxKDfmBNr7IItqtN_akanBjO6wgmc0iHDG941HPyPTqJAeWJZGdW8gGctx0lvjS98tBQsF-R6WszsnH_U247iJO5rIynZ2sgw817RENFBrQu9uHWRmCuQIgEXfR_4r5iytSYSjFw/w480-h640/IMG_4093_jpg.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0Chautauqua Park, 900 Baseline Rd &, 9th St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA39.9991996 -105.281499611.688965763821152 -140.43774960000002 68.309433436178836 -70.1252496tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-5722504312636236292023-02-17T13:30:00.001-07:002023-02-17T13:30:06.340-07:00Cartoon Heart Valentines Box DIY<div style="text-align: left;">Ok, so Valentine's Day is over for another year and I'm a little behind with posting this DIY, but rather than think of it as being late, let's call this post inspiration for next year, shall we?</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">This Valentine's Day I'm down to just one kid celebrating with their class. That means less work for me, but it was also quite the downer knowing that my years of helping the kids with creative projects is coming to an end. Only three more years of class Valentines left. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">This year we kept the valentines themselves quite simple. Mathilde handed out packs of Pocky with a simple label saying "Valentine, let's stick together". Get it? Pocky sticks? You can find the template for the labels <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VzAvSeZsWbpUBxReR9Lsmbn0s-FzmWSH/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here</a>. We did put a bit more effort into the Valentines Box though.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Mathilde has been quite enamored with the cartoon style cakes that have been all over social media lately. You know the type - they're brightly colored with black outlines that give the impression of a two dimensional cartoon when view from certain angles. Luckily she wanted her Valentines box to look like a two dimensional cartoon rather than a cake - which would've been much more time consuming to create. Ooh... a cake Valentines box would be pretty cool though, right?</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrvveCcGwy4btBSOeoKzfjqqT25UDK5mXK_KDvN2nLN0qP25mH3i4SpgrsusMXM9Bp4Xjs8qfUgK4IN-I8xjzePMpCamtw6kNS4w_vOeNgFX1JoXVud025TJh2E_MoE2zHGvWeNZm3it15ABAzzlZ1N8PAbZi2c8GWsd4q13yeLdSR9HsqFnjiUtAP/s3490/IMG_3912-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3490" data-original-width="2618" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrvveCcGwy4btBSOeoKzfjqqT25UDK5mXK_KDvN2nLN0qP25mH3i4SpgrsusMXM9Bp4Xjs8qfUgK4IN-I8xjzePMpCamtw6kNS4w_vOeNgFX1JoXVud025TJh2E_MoE2zHGvWeNZm3it15ABAzzlZ1N8PAbZi2c8GWsd4q13yeLdSR9HsqFnjiUtAP/w480-h640/IMG_3912-2.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi08S0IWp8H9ZpLSMnN4eDGWrc17uqzhbq9rGwp81kSFvm7TKOjY7nCtlDVr4D_OEn6WGlGWMXc5M5fcKawNvcYkah5O16DFqVXB5drjpgJFHSYl5bzMRt3qEhyLf1PkY0ShlIVKyNbTBQLi4W9AjJ2E1gIvKO49-feRUej1ixjJooRdkGACD7UU3fG/s3490/IMG_3910-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3490" data-original-width="2618" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi08S0IWp8H9ZpLSMnN4eDGWrc17uqzhbq9rGwp81kSFvm7TKOjY7nCtlDVr4D_OEn6WGlGWMXc5M5fcKawNvcYkah5O16DFqVXB5drjpgJFHSYl5bzMRt3qEhyLf1PkY0ShlIVKyNbTBQLi4W9AjJ2E1gIvKO49-feRUej1ixjJooRdkGACD7UU3fG/w480-h640/IMG_3910-2.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div style="text-align: left;">Anyway, to create this Valentines box I raided the recycling bin, grabbed some paint and tape, and got to work. If you've been here a while you'll know that I love making pinatas for the kids' parties, and this particular Valentines box was made pretty much using my regular pinata DIY but with a few changes. You can see the sort of Pinata DIY I'm talking about <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2012/10/mickey-mouse-pinata.html" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>. I really should post an updated pinata DIY seeing as I've made approximately a gazillion since I shared that particular DIY.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><u><b>What you'll need</b></u></div><div style="text-align: left;">Large pieces of flat thick cardboard</div><div style="text-align: left;">Thin cardboard (cereal boxes and mac & cheese boxes are perfect)</div><div style="text-align: left;">Paper for a template (optional)</div><div style="text-align: left;">Masking tape</div><div style="text-align: left;">Gesso paint (optional)</div><div style="text-align: left;">Pink paint</div><div style="text-align: left;">Thick black Sharpie marker</div><div style="text-align: left;">White paint marker (or the above mentioned Gesso)</div><div style="text-align: left;">Paint brushes </div><div style="text-align: left;">Box cutter</div><div style="text-align: left;">Cutting mat</div><div style="text-align: left;">Pencil</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjfPPypxP0KimdbTnketGIX5HgjHduNeg84xQITFqFWDxWRsB1YCkEtitL-5MDIUayPmutI_ZqAamoBLlGFuX-JFoKusNzOY0WTMSt3cHfAnt6eTluvj5Pjt2tnvkDKsRWIhcYQrjkx7b-CjSbfR-Z9ape0kcefnByTS7T9VQln7s0Eq65tm5Vzfwl/s3782/IMG_3696.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2837" data-original-width="3782" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjfPPypxP0KimdbTnketGIX5HgjHduNeg84xQITFqFWDxWRsB1YCkEtitL-5MDIUayPmutI_ZqAamoBLlGFuX-JFoKusNzOY0WTMSt3cHfAnt6eTluvj5Pjt2tnvkDKsRWIhcYQrjkx7b-CjSbfR-Z9ape0kcefnByTS7T9VQln7s0Eq65tm5Vzfwl/w640-h480/IMG_3696.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div>If you're pretty good at freehand drawing hearts evenly you can give this first step a miss and go straight to drawing your heart shape on the cardboard. <div><br /></div><div>If, like me, you're not so good at freehand drawing an even heart you'll want to make a template. To make the template I taped two pieces of printer paper together and drew half of a heart, using one edge of the paper as the middle. I then traced around the template on my cardboard, flipped the template over (lining it up in the middle) and traced it again to form the second side of the heart. I then did this again to make the second heart. </div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuDYhlVvu_Jien-SlHP8enoNMWCjJ4Fc6PCcsOmWnD9BH6GhIG7w9W44fcNjxnP7drcamm2VQZs8iM3-YbpqVca-PGH239P7Lye_hHDYymv05QQl3-a7UW7_N8W8T6l8-fX1peKOHO-AMbRjJVUEsL8vpeqSJbYUL3CIlVA__NePR6zmvFfJWnA_Vt/s5061/P2125733.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3796" data-original-width="5061" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuDYhlVvu_Jien-SlHP8enoNMWCjJ4Fc6PCcsOmWnD9BH6GhIG7w9W44fcNjxnP7drcamm2VQZs8iM3-YbpqVca-PGH239P7Lye_hHDYymv05QQl3-a7UW7_N8W8T6l8-fX1peKOHO-AMbRjJVUEsL8vpeqSJbYUL3CIlVA__NePR6zmvFfJWnA_Vt/w640-h480/P2125733.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div>With my hearts traced onto the cardboard I took my box cutter and carefully cut them out. If you're using a flat piece of cardboard make sure to use a cutting mat underneath to protect your table/floor/work surface. If, like me, you're cutting your hearts out of a folded down box, the otherside works nicely as a cutting mat!</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUG_5aFo3JESXu0s5AnJHqGE7H9N4jtl9-s40niaTpkESXjLFdTdDQp9eqjgGhf_uhWUT6_55M6n5zJV2tJCCJrfdHvo_-PItotq6zKBoZ7wV73fXaTTQw-TwiJAMrHeYG5B1buHIigl6bgRQQ6beKtgUC_0bTJobSfcBjIxsRkwppxhk4ZmGnmy2s/s4892/P2125735.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3669" data-original-width="4892" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUG_5aFo3JESXu0s5AnJHqGE7H9N4jtl9-s40niaTpkESXjLFdTdDQp9eqjgGhf_uhWUT6_55M6n5zJV2tJCCJrfdHvo_-PItotq6zKBoZ7wV73fXaTTQw-TwiJAMrHeYG5B1buHIigl6bgRQQ6beKtgUC_0bTJobSfcBjIxsRkwppxhk4ZmGnmy2s/w640-h480/P2125735.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Not to cut out the edges of you heart box. I find that mac and cheese boxes are perfect for projects like this. My kids eat a lot of mac and cheese so we always have lots of empty boxes in our recycling. The great thing about using boxes like these is that there's no need to measure because they're all the same size - even if they're different brands. Just use a box cutter and ruler to remove the side pieces and you're set. I used three mac and cheese boxes for this heart box, but how many you need depends on how big or small you make your box. If you don't have mac and cheese boxes, cereal boxes also work great as do snack boxes. Simply cut strips of carboard to the width you'd like the heart box to be. Mac and cheese boxes are about 3.5" wide so that's the width I went with.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsNiQGS6SmtASeDhQJRUcLsbA-Tnz-XeHAbcX3kvMBgy7f5i9pk2IddCWgqTqSWyVN4Oe1ta1TbRDxsSfUnn6b87QiGJZ8u78fz0P33w8RKom1F1e8BkMCiPRZ3o5EFyZiCGBEe_h1uZuixu3z25JqJOkL8gdX08k9dRsNbjLo8WL-kc065Xz7Y37A/s5184/P2125767.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsNiQGS6SmtASeDhQJRUcLsbA-Tnz-XeHAbcX3kvMBgy7f5i9pk2IddCWgqTqSWyVN4Oe1ta1TbRDxsSfUnn6b87QiGJZ8u78fz0P33w8RKom1F1e8BkMCiPRZ3o5EFyZiCGBEe_h1uZuixu3z25JqJOkL8gdX08k9dRsNbjLo8WL-kc065Xz7Y37A/w640-h480/P2125767.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Valentine box will need an opening, so on one piece of cardboard measure and cut out a rectangle in the middle, making sure that it's wide enough for your kid to easily reach their hand through. I made the opening 4" long by 2" wide. This was plenty big enough for me to reach my hand through.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZcXnrLPHIulaxflQTgl47NT4_9eg-3aVp4OVY5jyuQAdDAVnC3rahKUKTTIH6e5w-h64B-YeAfyKjA88sVEsoUZLFenOzEaUW88YIHDrXWWtSHmP2F2tCNQsvXKvvEswCJHVodfvmGm60dpA33f1L5xTxl8PaHudw49uMK_hDEoO-iHgYBt1oRMKC/s4032/IMG_3710.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZcXnrLPHIulaxflQTgl47NT4_9eg-3aVp4OVY5jyuQAdDAVnC3rahKUKTTIH6e5w-h64B-YeAfyKjA88sVEsoUZLFenOzEaUW88YIHDrXWWtSHmP2F2tCNQsvXKvvEswCJHVodfvmGm60dpA33f1L5xTxl8PaHudw49uMK_hDEoO-iHgYBt1oRMKC/w640-h480/IMG_3710.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Now to tape it all together! With the inside of the thin cardboard facing out, use small pieces of masking tape to attach it around the edges of one of the cardboard hearts. Start by just using enough tape to keep it secure and you can go back afterwards and add more tape to fill in any gaps and neaten it up. Add extra tape where the thin pieces of cardboard join to ensure it's not a weak spot. Make sure to add the cardboard piece with the opening cut out at the top of the heart. You could place it right in the middle of the top if you like, but I went with placing it to the side of the middle. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBgr9gOFXYlrJmV7ebr1_mJkPfHMjgJe-xP-SQb3Lt9SSqO-8S1D85SoEG18HlqAYZ6rXi_nsED3-Q0-Nyfhxi5ND96rnGTXLw9suYwGHPlwDaqbcKe8CoeTsKpRiRbBs_JD3Q76zjaVyGvv-ESbopH8wsuTcJiwN66at5tkmKGH6lmG82e-zTYyq1/s5184/P2125770.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBgr9gOFXYlrJmV7ebr1_mJkPfHMjgJe-xP-SQb3Lt9SSqO-8S1D85SoEG18HlqAYZ6rXi_nsED3-Q0-Nyfhxi5ND96rnGTXLw9suYwGHPlwDaqbcKe8CoeTsKpRiRbBs_JD3Q76zjaVyGvv-ESbopH8wsuTcJiwN66at5tkmKGH6lmG82e-zTYyq1/w640-h480/P2125770.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipWzCt8W9ZYMzUrYJylIZq23qF6Lpcy2sWX7dCU_sb3Ro5_ugAPmj3W-pp0JlR4tPKxLrsrAwD8KtSbp3SbYJi5Kf3-Fn8LYu-U2gzAhKMYiAytak_74RAKFgEiWttAo4fzCgO50HWpmoiLNP3D09LtE9K81rx9ea8AnN-roOeVnXXApLrhvegQaLF/s4032/IMG_3724.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipWzCt8W9ZYMzUrYJylIZq23qF6Lpcy2sWX7dCU_sb3Ro5_ugAPmj3W-pp0JlR4tPKxLrsrAwD8KtSbp3SbYJi5Kf3-Fn8LYu-U2gzAhKMYiAytak_74RAKFgEiWttAo4fzCgO50HWpmoiLNP3D09LtE9K81rx9ea8AnN-roOeVnXXApLrhvegQaLF/w640-h480/IMG_3724.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Once all of the carboard pieces are taped around the outside of the first cardboard heart flip it over and add some tape to the inside for reinforcement. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWooV7Wlrc3NlB1ac8_b5QiI0t5bApRO63mqP3gscvWATD8UiW1QVGcu90b-xvtqXkMr-SttXtrtgRkxNoiBdZXgCS4na3IR6JoAT1A0q0672BjHJJvDR0ypM4SK5K0iGQpjvX6_4B8TlxQRRaLfnk-1pZxE2jKi3ibBWcvaOjFaBDT2o0MvbPUZGh/s3578/IMG_3717.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2683" data-original-width="3578" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWooV7Wlrc3NlB1ac8_b5QiI0t5bApRO63mqP3gscvWATD8UiW1QVGcu90b-xvtqXkMr-SttXtrtgRkxNoiBdZXgCS4na3IR6JoAT1A0q0672BjHJJvDR0ypM4SK5K0iGQpjvX6_4B8TlxQRRaLfnk-1pZxE2jKi3ibBWcvaOjFaBDT2o0MvbPUZGh/w640-h480/IMG_3717.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Now, here's where it gets a little trickier. It's still pretty easy, but attaching the second cardboard heart is a little fiddlier than the first. The opening for the valentines will come in handy as you can poke one hand through it to support the second cardboard heart as you attach tape to the outside. Once it's done it will look like the box below.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjURsdUHV5MOZWyqDnLZ1eiTxROmGZKEnW-4Hw04zVLi13woIu8ZmIHlowSmPbjR30o6k_FJb3LLAJiF1IBlXBjtJNPjRlZVnrl-LzVm4I81j4-NP_tLAwSceKDABUBUfQmDPl5NvbKlhYnY4c4mVhVfu0-FF1GaU_x5XiIsKw0lcvPpczfRUN9h0yK/s3883/IMG_3732.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3883" data-original-width="2912" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjURsdUHV5MOZWyqDnLZ1eiTxROmGZKEnW-4Hw04zVLi13woIu8ZmIHlowSmPbjR30o6k_FJb3LLAJiF1IBlXBjtJNPjRlZVnrl-LzVm4I81j4-NP_tLAwSceKDABUBUfQmDPl5NvbKlhYnY4c4mVhVfu0-FF1GaU_x5XiIsKw0lcvPpczfRUN9h0yK/w480-h640/IMG_3732.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Once the box is all taped together it's time to paint it. I started with a nice thick coat of white gesso. This gave the box a much more even finish, making everything the same color. Now, if you plan to paint your box a dark color you can always skip the gesso, but I find it comes in really handy when painting lighter colors as the brown of the cardboard won't show through. The gesso also ensures that the painting surface is the same all over whether it be cardboard or masking tape.</div><div> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS_JyLXtY7XX-v2B8b1ZpvQUcaTHS9pIVlmUyMF3BhdxHFrVtxlzvgdD1ySNrwjONG3nSMjSwpu2YRv5gehiw0FzvxctU3a0QCnVDVMX0ja1eutog-vIJRZYumlEIdimUsErTySU3fAzcRfRW5oIaD09PopmmpbDIpBN3e8hglbvdepmfD6CcatdRC/s3985/IMG_3739.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2989" data-original-width="3985" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS_JyLXtY7XX-v2B8b1ZpvQUcaTHS9pIVlmUyMF3BhdxHFrVtxlzvgdD1ySNrwjONG3nSMjSwpu2YRv5gehiw0FzvxctU3a0QCnVDVMX0ja1eutog-vIJRZYumlEIdimUsErTySU3fAzcRfRW5oIaD09PopmmpbDIpBN3e8hglbvdepmfD6CcatdRC/w640-h480/IMG_3739.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Once the gesso was completely dry Mathilde took over and painted the heart a nice pastel pink color. You may have noticed two different pink paints in the "supplies" photo at the top. I couldn't find the exact pink color that she wanted so I mixed a pastel pink and a neon pink together to create a pastel yet vibrant pink.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUyqOkOe1aHcWIqCKmYhe-jDUQ6hdRkjd6SzBqSxa2j9s3Ii03iAs-iGfKQvl0BKc4sVDaxG-YRQh5B0rZuaSD9zT1igILqYZhLQeViDbhknbZqcfFUhgQgsZlAyXCrAdft7CN6b-EVy2bpc79XcRKdav8lxFkAcJASM1CpNOobG8DS3h3YkurNDHT/s3792/IMG_3743.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3792" data-original-width="2844" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUyqOkOe1aHcWIqCKmYhe-jDUQ6hdRkjd6SzBqSxa2j9s3Ii03iAs-iGfKQvl0BKc4sVDaxG-YRQh5B0rZuaSD9zT1igILqYZhLQeViDbhknbZqcfFUhgQgsZlAyXCrAdft7CN6b-EVy2bpc79XcRKdav8lxFkAcJASM1CpNOobG8DS3h3YkurNDHT/w480-h640/IMG_3743.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Once the pink paint was completely dry on both sides I used my big chunky Sharpie maker to draw outlines around the edges of the heart. I drew outlines on both the front and the back as well as the sides of the box. Because of the masking tape the marker didn't always run along the edge smoothly, so I took my time and went back and filled in any areas where it skipped a little. If you'd prefer, you could always do this with black paint and a paint brush, but I knew I'd have a steadier hand with the marker so I went with that. Plus, the marker goes on nice and opaque right away so there was no need to go back for a second coat like paint probably would've needed.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkTorFYmC6BtDhEGFzYidEHQwZhEr0x6T2BCAr0BOctEsNgzV4OGVeM-xBfXl_q9Whv4P9KB88kLApMobwkCQYSH0N5M3u9uob7uUD0T7qATLadO4Y4XRKoeINTkG-HTI1k4LhhwRBZB8FoCSxs4JRgxQYfgabmUpnseb3IV_FergAd12YRoLIhJqO/s3774/IMG_3766.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2831" data-original-width="3774" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkTorFYmC6BtDhEGFzYidEHQwZhEr0x6T2BCAr0BOctEsNgzV4OGVeM-xBfXl_q9Whv4P9KB88kLApMobwkCQYSH0N5M3u9uob7uUD0T7qATLadO4Y4XRKoeINTkG-HTI1k4LhhwRBZB8FoCSxs4JRgxQYfgabmUpnseb3IV_FergAd12YRoLIhJqO/w640-h480/IMG_3766.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;">The finishing touch was adding the white highlights to give the heart more of a cartoony feel. I used a Posca paint pen to draw on the highlights but once again you could always use white paint instead. I did think about tracing around the white highlight with a regular black Sharpie (not the big thick one) but ultimately Mathilde decided she liked it better without an outline. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgopmWZ6y_lRL2cvHGj3M-EQ0WQT3veZZH3MFRlzcDfp9Oi7iq2gt9xrYxap-iEDwcTW_zGILsFacoWnw3dBZvp-jTKUux1s43HPbfbifoTm_BH3gtR_LXobxfGRMjKZfZuNV6-rULsQNwdvqm2uuS28XUwfbq8-8aT05vb89YFvaR3NOxNFzkDUCvI/s4032/IMG_3961.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgopmWZ6y_lRL2cvHGj3M-EQ0WQT3veZZH3MFRlzcDfp9Oi7iq2gt9xrYxap-iEDwcTW_zGILsFacoWnw3dBZvp-jTKUux1s43HPbfbifoTm_BH3gtR_LXobxfGRMjKZfZuNV6-rULsQNwdvqm2uuS28XUwfbq8-8aT05vb89YFvaR3NOxNFzkDUCvI/w640-h480/IMG_3961.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">And that's it!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The only thing left to do was take it to school for her classmates to fill up with goodies!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8Pz8yqZyqPxcyHKVuL7MMMreQzsUreuhTESqywDwLvx64-1tmZz_Fv-rJpXwqEv2eA3_Nbg1CH_EsOWadzaWHLxonS0dGId61CmfCUeOwBCn3mpUuXRmH8_l8NLrupm6QsItMrmxOjACU2nTm8aUlnZkr73R5h57UHl5lBpmUf3juPbbk3mwKDfNW/s4032/IMG_3883.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8Pz8yqZyqPxcyHKVuL7MMMreQzsUreuhTESqywDwLvx64-1tmZz_Fv-rJpXwqEv2eA3_Nbg1CH_EsOWadzaWHLxonS0dGId61CmfCUeOwBCn3mpUuXRmH8_l8NLrupm6QsItMrmxOjACU2nTm8aUlnZkr73R5h57UHl5lBpmUf3juPbbk3mwKDfNW/w480-h640/IMG_3883.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXQi_VxQsCBpbFceIpH1RVP2Xi4SyZKBisQy0PmlbMfn_p9Z6hJcC6Fvzp__mnhWS5CEYBpytCwyA4_juGwVrTFRewrc2YLQ2T0kfqZ-GF0W5xTIwmwNxOCamm7Blr5sR_evXSGXvFEQF3rAfNsAi_t29tjUSnpJQXf4caL-Nbgfjo4NCIki4hYMp6/s3774/IMG_3887.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3774" data-original-width="2831" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXQi_VxQsCBpbFceIpH1RVP2Xi4SyZKBisQy0PmlbMfn_p9Z6hJcC6Fvzp__mnhWS5CEYBpytCwyA4_juGwVrTFRewrc2YLQ2T0kfqZ-GF0W5xTIwmwNxOCamm7Blr5sR_evXSGXvFEQF3rAfNsAi_t29tjUSnpJQXf4caL-Nbgfjo4NCIki4hYMp6/w480-h640/IMG_3887.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Speaking of goodies, here's a look at what Mathilde handed out. As I mentioned earlier, we kept it simple this year and just stuck a basic label (with a cheesy pun, of course) on pack of Pocky. You can find the labels <b><u>here</u></b>.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheRX8tcp6T_I9SMqeagDdFuqNNhu0nrRtq3nmjvQoj8jOG9TqDpxxRiwknDxTLNzXIACcXIMfl5FSkqnJj2ZSwvibbkEsK_ld3lKFqhhvSVO3KmcDTIkqI-nwyqltEz7ykTSXQ8HezTTuAofkurTweK0t0umqrAYgoYDPCAOLVPd2hq4eFhTt8Myq4/s1551/IMG_3955.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1551" data-original-width="1170" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheRX8tcp6T_I9SMqeagDdFuqNNhu0nrRtq3nmjvQoj8jOG9TqDpxxRiwknDxTLNzXIACcXIMfl5FSkqnJj2ZSwvibbkEsK_ld3lKFqhhvSVO3KmcDTIkqI-nwyqltEz7ykTSXQ8HezTTuAofkurTweK0t0umqrAYgoYDPCAOLVPd2hq4eFhTt8Myq4/w482-h640/IMG_3955.jpg" width="482" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I hope you had a wonderful Valentine's Day if you celebrate!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8648428968982573442.post-91994868665324242722023-02-06T11:44:00.000-07:002023-02-06T11:44:00.137-07:00Valentine's Day Round Up<div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">Valentine's Day is almost here again!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">While I'm not really a fan of lovey-dovey mooshy things, I am a fan of any holiday or event that gives me a chance to get creative, and Valentine's Day is one such day!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Now that Lola has moved up to middle school, I'm down to just one kid celebrating Valentine's Day with their class. Only three more years worth of making Valentine's boxes and goodies for classmates. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I'm looking forward to getting creative with Mathilde and can't wait to show you what we create, but in the meantime, I'm sharing a look back at all the different things we'd made for Valentine's Day in the past...</div></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ-zwCSS8knY9foFfl5h6cBt9p2heb-s7msgmAu_yAtZZ_qqfStzMoFSEVJjaqET3UMJRX74ugV6NRpJolcxj9LgwLD-RgMckMAitOmzwquIjRia0NGzfgxszt9OEn9XfJ_i7RiJUvNRt9ovd3yKywbRyZTL7b7pXUsnuUE2MODf3lDAF-429e8A-X/s5184/P2050603.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ-zwCSS8knY9foFfl5h6cBt9p2heb-s7msgmAu_yAtZZ_qqfStzMoFSEVJjaqET3UMJRX74ugV6NRpJolcxj9LgwLD-RgMckMAitOmzwquIjRia0NGzfgxszt9OEn9XfJ_i7RiJUvNRt9ovd3yKywbRyZTL7b7pXUsnuUE2MODf3lDAF-429e8A-X/w640-h480/P2050603.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="clear: both; 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A few years back we made candy heart inspired keychains out of Sculpy clay for the kids to hand out to their classmates. They were easy to make and the kids had fun coming up with words to emboss into them. There may or may not have been one that said "poo".</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can find the DIY here: <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2018/02/candy-heart-key-chains.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2018/02/candy-heart-key-chains.html</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_liegGYK5b39yrLI34W3Kyo84AuidkvuMifq2LpoH6U6psOOUN0U3-Oynd8kEh_v_7s6KuyXGQ1RE_B5nvgiWl5o5FpfBFBap4Ik5kmFRYiBRaYEV1W4-6UVIWC2CvvK6ADWy_qDriFW5nfZaIT9Qp070HynzHeGFi0wu46Ke2Vyk9U_PWCII2qfB/s4397/P2100104.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3298" data-original-width="4397" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_liegGYK5b39yrLI34W3Kyo84AuidkvuMifq2LpoH6U6psOOUN0U3-Oynd8kEh_v_7s6KuyXGQ1RE_B5nvgiWl5o5FpfBFBap4Ik5kmFRYiBRaYEV1W4-6UVIWC2CvvK6ADWy_qDriFW5nfZaIT9Qp070HynzHeGFi0wu46Ke2Vyk9U_PWCII2qfB/w640-h480/P2100104.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLoGOItR5Yuv9l_gc6Sm8QJT64agC75eMxSdNQdXXyFI_RrrYHQekJ76rPNod2jd9NNCBgL5On7NZmT1K1HDbnZpMZYt8NsFrPUvSMXc-QPj3khiKWb9mO21q2h2tFhUAoBpzBSX9O_DkSlRB-tqg4G5pxQr01Xal2ha4w8hDpznJmpUMuQv_VVKtR/s4405/P1880360.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4405" data-original-width="3308" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLoGOItR5Yuv9l_gc6Sm8QJT64agC75eMxSdNQdXXyFI_RrrYHQekJ76rPNod2jd9NNCBgL5On7NZmT1K1HDbnZpMZYt8NsFrPUvSMXc-QPj3khiKWb9mO21q2h2tFhUAoBpzBSX9O_DkSlRB-tqg4G5pxQr01Xal2ha4w8hDpznJmpUMuQv_VVKtR/w480-h640/P1880360.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Whistling You a Sweet Valentine's Day</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">This one is simple and sweet. A classic lollipop from my childhood attached to a simple backing card. There's not much of a DIY for this one, but you can find the template for the backing card in this post:</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/02/whistling-you-sweet-valentines-day.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/02/whistling-you-sweet-valentines-day.html</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwhV5wmY-BDrRGvu7wt3tkOm1HzNlx5gBeSJBukkVz2PZqOxVU_PVkutQYIXBwrSBwAz9nCxVfD9EEEs8f8uOREKMpaLYka_b73MuODMIEnqWbiNfyqaDV9CHLVPm5DkpriRl6X2RaN2_KL9T0XsXLs35cnSGZv1qI8WKIBDbS4MtDlGb4yoxh-FFU/s3491/P2103073.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2618" data-original-width="3491" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwhV5wmY-BDrRGvu7wt3tkOm1HzNlx5gBeSJBukkVz2PZqOxVU_PVkutQYIXBwrSBwAz9nCxVfD9EEEs8f8uOREKMpaLYka_b73MuODMIEnqWbiNfyqaDV9CHLVPm5DkpriRl6X2RaN2_KL9T0XsXLs35cnSGZv1qI8WKIBDbS4MtDlGb4yoxh-FFU/w640-h480/P2103073.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_-Qjiel8sBvEf-fAfCe7SZY8uiUIZziw6ExqPHlJpLfUyQoxdVLMzUftEihuBHmW-PXAziPg8rBnHN-2XEBTLMhbo5Acb8AS_H5_F2m41OtZUnBEix6jgsWX3rf-6XGrTXWTBhptml4szocIBPp6BJIeLCsHL0Z_1tvgVB31oQIlHy6XFdYFP1z5n/s4339/P2103074.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3254" data-original-width="4339" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_-Qjiel8sBvEf-fAfCe7SZY8uiUIZziw6ExqPHlJpLfUyQoxdVLMzUftEihuBHmW-PXAziPg8rBnHN-2XEBTLMhbo5Acb8AS_H5_F2m41OtZUnBEix6jgsWX3rf-6XGrTXWTBhptml4szocIBPp6BJIeLCsHL0Z_1tvgVB31oQIlHy6XFdYFP1z5n/w640-h480/P2103074.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Worm Hugs</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">These fuzzy worms were a huge hit when Lola and Mathilde handed them out to their classmates. We kept it pretty simple and bagged these fluffy little guys in cello bags with a simple label attached. The kids couldn't agree on a cheesy saying to go on the labels, so Mathilde handed out worms labeled "Worm Hugs" and Lola handed out worms labeled "You've wormed your way into my heart"! </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can find the template for both labels in this post: </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/02/worm-hugs-for-valentines-day.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2021/02/worm-hugs-for-valentines-day.html</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUCTCW_VdIMHBLbUhYXOlxojQLiiPDrbLB9AQvWeW-oVEsz-WyaJLxxvG7K9zVaRFsE29M-r4b0vzCbEaolCZefc0x3zdFquXtLU-9Na07MgkjJIUEg9wV_wbXLbbJngZFHUbhuvgceY0IqXrPBXIsihea6glAVxode5TKofzQsh0OyMgjAf7d73GP/s5184/P2121343.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUCTCW_VdIMHBLbUhYXOlxojQLiiPDrbLB9AQvWeW-oVEsz-WyaJLxxvG7K9zVaRFsE29M-r4b0vzCbEaolCZefc0x3zdFquXtLU-9Na07MgkjJIUEg9wV_wbXLbbJngZFHUbhuvgceY0IqXrPBXIsihea6glAVxode5TKofzQsh0OyMgjAf7d73GP/w640-h480/P2121343.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZugK4eDuJnzOfSgUHGSLD_uqO9w0FLZSyVJFitVx9WmLEM8RMRsBKcxGE79wec3iepSeYLgA_K3TaQKGKLQzIdaqAPPmHoaIcZKi_Tdgv9CCgkbD5E6hh0I1a02fVBKu6_n5_RvaW3Bg91TUNA_L3rf0fiSsEW3Vb2W3O1G_eA60c6tkvt9y5ruB5/s5184/P2050602.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZugK4eDuJnzOfSgUHGSLD_uqO9w0FLZSyVJFitVx9WmLEM8RMRsBKcxGE79wec3iepSeYLgA_K3TaQKGKLQzIdaqAPPmHoaIcZKi_Tdgv9CCgkbD5E6hh0I1a02fVBKu6_n5_RvaW3Bg91TUNA_L3rf0fiSsEW3Vb2W3O1G_eA60c6tkvt9y5ruB5/w640-h480/P2050602.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Bath Bomb Hearts</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Ok, this one actually involves a DIY! We made these little heart shaped bath bombs quite a few years ago and they are still one of my favorites. They were pretty easy to make and they made out apartment smell divine!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can find the DIY and the card topper template in this post:</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2016/02/bath-bomb-hearts-for-valentines-day.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2016/02/bath-bomb-hearts-for-valentines-day.html</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjlHBTEBZlSoJeU90CaBUZqXdF5aHEFoq-ZFzZq1tsX1t5_5ifNNTdshHhEi_BXiiHB_bFHZ2A5whpxlEyY11jYdNmh9lqkkWXzlNrOlmOg3Wrdr3u6W8Ts_qnSznEdFoiA6gDCwXvpjHvPTBSrrq9UUwM5OpyCOAgcdVx20CVbGmbi_5ZAYZwwQxj/s4211/P2101381.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3158" data-original-width="4211" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjlHBTEBZlSoJeU90CaBUZqXdF5aHEFoq-ZFzZq1tsX1t5_5ifNNTdshHhEi_BXiiHB_bFHZ2A5whpxlEyY11jYdNmh9lqkkWXzlNrOlmOg3Wrdr3u6W8Ts_qnSznEdFoiA6gDCwXvpjHvPTBSrrq9UUwM5OpyCOAgcdVx20CVbGmbi_5ZAYZwwQxj/w640-h480/P2101381.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC8iI1QIBg0_PxvVdihLlrBu71LtnDP_PnZ6s9bKsnPW4Cnom0HPb-jsKz1WxVQoTd7gM69YmdEyAhINwZOQ9OqpYQjSVJDgKf2OsCxhlmAma6hSzrAA8SI6z-b1AkBCtuEkEHl5R0PJOsLXb_UOPu4SIXL0vlR0XhAikTdKrWCKPzj2Yucz0LU_aT/s4608/P1250518.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC8iI1QIBg0_PxvVdihLlrBu71LtnDP_PnZ6s9bKsnPW4Cnom0HPb-jsKz1WxVQoTd7gM69YmdEyAhINwZOQ9OqpYQjSVJDgKf2OsCxhlmAma6hSzrAA8SI6z-b1AkBCtuEkEHl5R0PJOsLXb_UOPu4SIXL0vlR0XhAikTdKrWCKPzj2Yucz0LU_aT/w640-h480/P1250518.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Strawberry Meringue Hearts</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">More hearts! While these Valentines look kind of similar to the bath bombs they are very much edible. In fact, they are downright delicious! I was inspired to make these heart shaped meringues after I made poop emoji shaped meringues for Lola's emoji themed party one year. They were such a hit that Lola requested we make them again the following year for her to hand out for Valentine's Day. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can find the recipe here: <b><u><a href="Heartshttps://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/01/strawberry-meringue-hearts-for.html" target="_blank">Heartshttps://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/01/strawberry-meringue-hearts-for.html</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnvCIYt5EWlaDudsrhLXGF0KjGQhLA6kwak251keWFQmixIsXkLQ528_mUputJ8W2RNG9Qq3VI0zPthro7xakkcj4rhUkftZFUC7XXEeKLaGL2d9S0DIQC_hdE1_LLsC9M5GjJ1ksWk9m_EhslWuxACLo_kdXJt2ub1GKNLVN97zk5cXD6D90ARZiX/s3494/P2142877.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2621" data-original-width="3494" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnvCIYt5EWlaDudsrhLXGF0KjGQhLA6kwak251keWFQmixIsXkLQ528_mUputJ8W2RNG9Qq3VI0zPthro7xakkcj4rhUkftZFUC7XXEeKLaGL2d9S0DIQC_hdE1_LLsC9M5GjJ1ksWk9m_EhslWuxACLo_kdXJt2ub1GKNLVN97zk5cXD6D90ARZiX/w640-h480/P2142877.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOJkzdyRCYBJuykBxDp6mRMfjSs-AaZ0Mhw83etcRghc8MRFLBz0c_PYxA4hIWj70N4vbECaxojO8mUGM8wIhVRgKmqKoCZMFrCNIwkJx1K3owYYrN6t4uNDTUzs3mbaAoXBDLKAcjt4uFzDyhXGPgBVAqO8N-s1ZpiR9WBg6AjhmxxupUQGR4Mzom/s4225/P2132856.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3169" data-original-width="4225" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOJkzdyRCYBJuykBxDp6mRMfjSs-AaZ0Mhw83etcRghc8MRFLBz0c_PYxA4hIWj70N4vbECaxojO8mUGM8wIhVRgKmqKoCZMFrCNIwkJx1K3owYYrN6t4uNDTUzs3mbaAoXBDLKAcjt4uFzDyhXGPgBVAqO8N-s1ZpiR9WBg6AjhmxxupUQGR4Mzom/w640-h480/P2132856.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Squishy Marshmallow Hugs</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Have you ever made marshmallows before? They're surprisingly easy to make at home and they taste delicious. We made vanilla marshmallows and covered them in pink and white shredded coconut, but you could easily made them any color and flavor you like. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can find the marshmallow recipe along with the header card template in this post:</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2015/02/squishy-marshmallow-hugs-for-valentines.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2015/02/squishy-marshmallow-hugs-for-valentines.html</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyJ-aLgfe2SjLtOEGrqep9vNf-x1pNT7ECddr2f7uSu22TaB_6Allwi2Wz0fri0kZGaFfAvBku-J9icY40hDlF1ZXruRazn6xlKfatZE3Sd5FXasFJ2f37mKJ9E0KwMjazMIK8HR0UpuVBMtTIyTdIQqwvekk3K5g3sxI4jQJXzTTTIG8pV5kbMcL-/s2048/P1660446.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1535" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyJ-aLgfe2SjLtOEGrqep9vNf-x1pNT7ECddr2f7uSu22TaB_6Allwi2Wz0fri0kZGaFfAvBku-J9icY40hDlF1ZXruRazn6xlKfatZE3Sd5FXasFJ2f37mKJ9E0KwMjazMIK8HR0UpuVBMtTIyTdIQqwvekk3K5g3sxI4jQJXzTTTIG8pV5kbMcL-/w480-h640/P1660446.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo2irL2Qekh4vT3tOtdgDE7Ur7sfN93Bi1StYUquPcAKPlIM-AbePFGUB7xe_HloQSOgPYGQaUvcJdeXpIWcEFXdo2IOjRvoHu3B4cBFTx1inqwAvLjWB66gIA7hv7Ch4V9gqp1lpGIxDJ1GaT36lMQup-Zut59FFdu-WrmYyzOhYPXqAtDgI4msq_/s2048/P1660434.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1531" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo2irL2Qekh4vT3tOtdgDE7Ur7sfN93Bi1StYUquPcAKPlIM-AbePFGUB7xe_HloQSOgPYGQaUvcJdeXpIWcEFXdo2IOjRvoHu3B4cBFTx1inqwAvLjWB66gIA7hv7Ch4V9gqp1lpGIxDJ1GaT36lMQup-Zut59FFdu-WrmYyzOhYPXqAtDgI4msq_/w478-h640/P1660434.JPG" width="478" /></a></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Valentine, You're a Catch</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">The year that Lola handed out home made marshmallows to her classmates happened to be one that Ava's class had a strict "no candy" rule, so that meant that she couldn't hand out the marshmallows that we made. Instead she handed out little packs of Goldfish crackers labeled "Valentine, You're a Catch". I don't have a DIY for this one, but they're pretty easy to put together. Just take a pic of your kiddo holding their hand out and up as if they're holding something, print it with the words "Valentine, You're a Catch", poke a twist tie (or a piece of string) through either side of their raised hand in the pic, and attach a little bag of Goldfish crackers. Simple but super cute!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXzGZPM9lkoK2a5wUGOUgN8n1WHLiCFPmg5c4hCi6Aypi7zzNU9XUE2eCJIvEnNVbo9lK7r1tEkIaumtfAi9rJAecB0k3Hg5nCi1sq-JnFMRXr-MHs4oKV2mH4aPPOFg_S-FxZ_s6OR7G1qSImdNeioBBDg6mnGgaKPkxlEh6wpZQhH5PS1ZhrUjpB/s2048/P1660442.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1538" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXzGZPM9lkoK2a5wUGOUgN8n1WHLiCFPmg5c4hCi6Aypi7zzNU9XUE2eCJIvEnNVbo9lK7r1tEkIaumtfAi9rJAecB0k3Hg5nCi1sq-JnFMRXr-MHs4oKV2mH4aPPOFg_S-FxZ_s6OR7G1qSImdNeioBBDg6mnGgaKPkxlEh6wpZQhH5PS1ZhrUjpB/w480-h640/P1660442.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhElOtJNinyPuiM-k1O9ZxferxAkX41f1M8KIvSsiYoGx0iZdNIgSxyLMC0_FlYgigP6efbXz1br8iOFxWwC9a-C1i12uo1sFvj09ZeFIY9QXOolXN-ho7mHCbN13bnf10J1OvnMDRWzeMIXiusrluzm02c_RW6UH_YqKYt5FbYbdRsjQWQyAuaXLny/s2048/P1660716.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1541" data-original-width="2048" height="482" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhElOtJNinyPuiM-k1O9ZxferxAkX41f1M8KIvSsiYoGx0iZdNIgSxyLMC0_FlYgigP6efbXz1br8iOFxWwC9a-C1i12uo1sFvj09ZeFIY9QXOolXN-ho7mHCbN13bnf10J1OvnMDRWzeMIXiusrluzm02c_RW6UH_YqKYt5FbYbdRsjQWQyAuaXLny/w640-h482/P1660716.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Valentine Bead Hearts</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">These little Perler bead hearts were a fun activity to make - and they're super simple too! We kept them simply as bead hearts but they could easily be added to hair clips or pins as well. I used a hot glue gun to attach the hearts to the backing card, but you could also use adhesive dots like the ones I used with the Melody Pops above.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can find the DIY and card backing template here:</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2016/02/valentine-bead-hearts.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2016/02/valentine-bead-hearts.html</a></u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2sW7nxw6G9Jc84CLI4W3GOlh1olZy-HalGp4aZkl9Udgd7C7iRti38-GA8a7rGul_sZEuPstfGeM4mx7-nOJMO5PZKrFU5KjKeYLKJiO9VpGuwCW7PtRvz-6jDhLmknFHMurmMxvt9KAQRggNENW2YMLRTjV2zqd-ye6Jrcpiw-sTgPq6ghfR4E1m/s3891/P2081311.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2918" data-original-width="3891" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2sW7nxw6G9Jc84CLI4W3GOlh1olZy-HalGp4aZkl9Udgd7C7iRti38-GA8a7rGul_sZEuPstfGeM4mx7-nOJMO5PZKrFU5KjKeYLKJiO9VpGuwCW7PtRvz-6jDhLmknFHMurmMxvt9KAQRggNENW2YMLRTjV2zqd-ye6Jrcpiw-sTgPq6ghfR4E1m/w640-h480/P2081311.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSuJDr3lvwRStzHsJCrZCYGbKPeiVP9nX5ix6_9JACeJY0NZCBh2Q9QcuRjx5CLxXgQZpCuu-c7_ALWtaryPgan8aECR2UXjvcu_xK0LGeAqyqbmk8YSarJ3y8ByddwTVOLYM3pJGu71-BLSMeC4OuEZxhtHTLPgnIsTE1kjO06GutrusU1qa1td3Y/s4608/P2081300.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSuJDr3lvwRStzHsJCrZCYGbKPeiVP9nX5ix6_9JACeJY0NZCBh2Q9QcuRjx5CLxXgQZpCuu-c7_ALWtaryPgan8aECR2UXjvcu_xK0LGeAqyqbmk8YSarJ3y8ByddwTVOLYM3pJGu71-BLSMeC4OuEZxhtHTLPgnIsTE1kjO06GutrusU1qa1td3Y/w640-h480/P2081300.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Valentine, You Rock!</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Last year we went with a rock theme for Valentine's Day. Mathilde's Valentines box was made to look like crystals and Lola's was made to look like a geode. To stick with the theme they gave out Pop Rocks candy. I added a simple header card with "Valentine, You Rock" on the top.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can find the header card template <b><u><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1grhvS0rDBtF2ItmtNLDEIAovCv6ItcaM/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6J6wBZJc7Pznwn5jT8GwWjlp2PgdIGe_w1HmFaEKkBaVMdmceK9LMz8wIm2ulXd8tKtej9O2EFeYG4zpi3my2kpAxNfETJwDb8fM1uEbyuHOgG5_vSjwfaRBE6V2LqrjqXKPFzeV8zgI6kMrW53ObOKmFdDdXZXZfwi552BtOaCwXhFmDzxO4ry0V/s4356/P2147254.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3267" data-original-width="4356" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6J6wBZJc7Pznwn5jT8GwWjlp2PgdIGe_w1HmFaEKkBaVMdmceK9LMz8wIm2ulXd8tKtej9O2EFeYG4zpi3my2kpAxNfETJwDb8fM1uEbyuHOgG5_vSjwfaRBE6V2LqrjqXKPFzeV8zgI6kMrW53ObOKmFdDdXZXZfwi552BtOaCwXhFmDzxO4ry0V/w640-h480/P2147254.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Seeds of Love</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">For a candy free option, we gave out little packs of native wildflower seeds one year. I bought a large pack of seeds and we divided them into small glassine bags. Ava designed a label with the words "Seeds of Love" for the front and I included a card with the planting directions.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTiy2LPKwO55iDX-yUiaZdYtRrD-RtHMcZ6ZXVPtb0PMOjBLKDg54VV0NWBSya2PKcMInszR4RRS4bUx2a2wEqqKQWxUk23zLCM0429AN3Ckctnody7kyiEhcDMLUDtq8pSc0MjN_BBTyR6X9K7TyVoTto_AmByJaoLpa3tNsP8pntOsMgsPtpIliN/s4592/P1320679.jpg" style="font-weight: 400; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3448" data-original-width="4592" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTiy2LPKwO55iDX-yUiaZdYtRrD-RtHMcZ6ZXVPtb0PMOjBLKDg54VV0NWBSya2PKcMInszR4RRS4bUx2a2wEqqKQWxUk23zLCM0429AN3Ckctnody7kyiEhcDMLUDtq8pSc0MjN_BBTyR6X9K7TyVoTto_AmByJaoLpa3tNsP8pntOsMgsPtpIliN/w640-h480/P1320679.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: left;">You Blow Me Away</div><div style="text-align: left;">Another food free Valentine! Balloons are always a hit with little kids, and what could be better for Valentine's Day than heart shaped balloons. I made baking cards in the same way as the Goldfish Valentine's above but this time I added mini balloons and the words "Valentine, You Blow Me Away".</div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsnXlPd102V_8yPDS6AmZKnrIJsBKOQ7ARSW6O2uUvZu_TfEZ6WwbVaFnHZ15XsXfQTkX3cVu01zb0vzpTG3VQs2ysJLIyGzsqgOXHSbn0caQXqlPX3VIrJqMsHkQVyRwCiANRpwnfUZDA-P-_BCcphz4QLertWZVd2Xs0G1TKBLDPdKmkl1P77j0Q/s4300/P2146094.jpg" style="font-weight: 400; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4300" data-original-width="3225" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsnXlPd102V_8yPDS6AmZKnrIJsBKOQ7ARSW6O2uUvZu_TfEZ6WwbVaFnHZ15XsXfQTkX3cVu01zb0vzpTG3VQs2ysJLIyGzsqgOXHSbn0caQXqlPX3VIrJqMsHkQVyRwCiANRpwnfUZDA-P-_BCcphz4QLertWZVd2Xs0G1TKBLDPdKmkl1P77j0Q/w480-h640/P2146094.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyCRkkFEQrwyxdTk_MVQHJb1fgZamjgMbfOZ32ODGbl5X9QUASeJGkil63Jzejf8Eh1u-Y_QGdU_9pM5QpD62lXCG6XYD64d_U0LpIY33-zfvy_cz3CdUsV3zQ8yKkZoirpw1AQYRgWodhEhIc1_bYs5aE0NN4R7FqqDykl_RjHk2g9FkltWb53ClA/s4608/P2156135.jpg" style="font-weight: 400; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyCRkkFEQrwyxdTk_MVQHJb1fgZamjgMbfOZ32ODGbl5X9QUASeJGkil63Jzejf8Eh1u-Y_QGdU_9pM5QpD62lXCG6XYD64d_U0LpIY33-zfvy_cz3CdUsV3zQ8yKkZoirpw1AQYRgWodhEhIc1_bYs5aE0NN4R7FqqDykl_RjHk2g9FkltWb53ClA/w640-h480/P2156135.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: left;">Sweet Heart Cookies</div><div style="text-align: left;">Our first ever Valentines! When Ava was in preschool we baked little heart shaped sugar cookies covered in sparkly red and pink sugar. I placed them in little cellophane bags and added a topper card with Ava dressed as a baker and the words "Sweet hearts for my Sweetheart".<span style="font-weight: bold;"> </span></div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdhTd-Wq_RXBzVdN9Yl-M7PU8HqTnA6ryPrtkrOAbGCXQQQ1jrqX6nhF--1QmNFDkVJK2BqQkqVATX8OKNA_5I0pK1i0dw9WQkp3qkK0BTA3dZAkfoeKu3nwbwPfvbEzknLxsE4F6atEQQ0ivVLGujRKov27Y_HJ9Na-BCH4M9DrWWnnvigBLwjXYq/s3576/P1180547.jpg" style="font-weight: 400; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2682" data-original-width="3576" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdhTd-Wq_RXBzVdN9Yl-M7PU8HqTnA6ryPrtkrOAbGCXQQQ1jrqX6nhF--1QmNFDkVJK2BqQkqVATX8OKNA_5I0pK1i0dw9WQkp3qkK0BTA3dZAkfoeKu3nwbwPfvbEzknLxsE4F6atEQQ0ivVLGujRKov27Y_HJ9Na-BCH4M9DrWWnnvigBLwjXYq/w640-h480/P1180547.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRNkA_aRRmCYwpBiZvgligQnRLBCThF2LGScZztzZ2CbMqyusU4SfI9-vl_b837gFH3w4xSnv6c0To-6PWK6eEB6xQpBvRNDMCoDaUuWT4P1-8rU0TpZVTsFQCg8igiFCoNp4MSn-mdO5Fs7H1wWyCSqCcPKWFtquBvKjtkQOrH5fM0PGWEvP80eUi/s4000/P1180308.JPG" style="font-weight: 400; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRNkA_aRRmCYwpBiZvgligQnRLBCThF2LGScZztzZ2CbMqyusU4SfI9-vl_b837gFH3w4xSnv6c0To-6PWK6eEB6xQpBvRNDMCoDaUuWT4P1-8rU0TpZVTsFQCg8igiFCoNp4MSn-mdO5Fs7H1wWyCSqCcPKWFtquBvKjtkQOrH5fM0PGWEvP80eUi/w640-h480/P1180308.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: left;">Valentine, I Dig You</div><div style="text-align: left;">Mathilde was obsessed with diggers as a toddler so we made these little cards for her to hand out to friends. No candy or treats attached; just a cute pic of a digger loving kiddo in her favorite digger dress holding her favorite toy digger!</div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjX3UO_tYgp96pSQT349xBwPSZMHbtrLq_MeSZDiDQ_lP_6g9RnlSK7cDsYv6FAbeTa8RHGTdh5q22REruYYUAx75lREiPM1qsbkKabr0qI0O6nPq6xW31c34xSjAJbRXuGaYdBKLyxGO_bLdBPEAY1KneLpOk-3ngV5Y2qp-8-y86r7OgyrRlt7OYY/s984/MathildeCard.jpg" style="font-weight: 400; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="984" height="624" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjX3UO_tYgp96pSQT349xBwPSZMHbtrLq_MeSZDiDQ_lP_6g9RnlSK7cDsYv6FAbeTa8RHGTdh5q22REruYYUAx75lREiPM1qsbkKabr0qI0O6nPq6xW31c34xSjAJbRXuGaYdBKLyxGO_bLdBPEAY1KneLpOk-3ngV5Y2qp-8-y86r7OgyrRlt7OYY/w640-h624/MathildeCard.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="font-weight: bold; text-align: left;"><b><u>Valentine's Boxes</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Valentine's boxes are a relatively new thing for us as the kids always just made them with their class when we lived in California. I was always a little jealous of the people I'd see online making them with their kids, so I was excited to learn that the kids had to make them at home when we moved to Colorado. Because of this, we've only ever made a few and I don't have many DIYs to share with you. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Let's take a look anyway...</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><b>Rainbow Valentine Box</b><div>Our first ever home made Valentine's boxes. Lola and Mathilde made these fun rainbow boxes our of cardboard, masking tape and lots of tissue paper. We've still got them on display at home three years later!</div><div><br /></div><div>You can find the DIY here:<b> </b>https://www.littlehiccups.net/2020/02/a-rainbow-valentines-box.html<b><br /></b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiby-fwnr92Kd3B1bFiPPBB-Bh7ju7M7t00an6EtumU-feIJzVaCbZdWU8XvhB838tlByIpazJL_HkNsKCGDgHkPt-zjsw8prY25YrhivNi2LmORv1WJ2bN-Xck-kBrCh6uRDRC_JTrIySdAxyUJfHUpZ5SYN4w3KVawe_O2Hkm6QxpaEkRy8cFjs90/s4273/P2103055.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4273" data-original-width="3205" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiby-fwnr92Kd3B1bFiPPBB-Bh7ju7M7t00an6EtumU-feIJzVaCbZdWU8XvhB838tlByIpazJL_HkNsKCGDgHkPt-zjsw8prY25YrhivNi2LmORv1WJ2bN-Xck-kBrCh6uRDRC_JTrIySdAxyUJfHUpZ5SYN4w3KVawe_O2Hkm6QxpaEkRy8cFjs90/w480-h640/P2103055.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-PqULzVTWlu8WfOz92oPmMv6b5WFThbhn8ygec9xSHu0WPBCpJNehE0kk8SJTHFcGUKOLVgI3XFO_DDQUGVws6NrwTFze9Q9c4FyqFBD83lsXtsUsinBeLHzxj8snshI4wHQj4Yo7vnjzR-46MQM0nid2KAo0BYVGGBRQ0tQ7842xmfHZi8fh0Koc/s4293/P2103050.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4293" data-original-width="3220" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-PqULzVTWlu8WfOz92oPmMv6b5WFThbhn8ygec9xSHu0WPBCpJNehE0kk8SJTHFcGUKOLVgI3XFO_DDQUGVws6NrwTFze9Q9c4FyqFBD83lsXtsUsinBeLHzxj8snshI4wHQj4Yo7vnjzR-46MQM0nid2KAo0BYVGGBRQ0tQ7842xmfHZi8fh0Koc/w480-h640/P2103050.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Mail Box</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">True to my always last minute crafting form, this mailbox was mostly made in the evening when the lighting was bad and I didn't have time to take step by step photos for a DIY. It was pretty simple to make though and is basically just a box with a piece of cardboard curved over the top, and a door and mail slot cut out. I covered it with masking tape. Lola has has this sitting outside her bedroom ever since.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While I don't have a DIY for this one, you can see a similar mailbox I made for the kids a decade ago <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2012/08/youve-got-mail.html" target="_blank">here</a></u></b>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXsi09tuQCpB3E2Q214flEggfX0dXZwfrFKmgBHzzcc7kX7ZHRwSyCTBFd7xsldHxKctOZ34Zv1O2OS036WaNR_bPp9CtmMKkEJ8Y4pgX5rkCPH8oiJiRtrtkQPTQRR0bcC474MjrYBvnvr4ImOBsgqUkmC8G6RQfQoDpxyYdHME_pTEb1n8AENzgT/s5011/P2050596.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5011" data-original-width="3758" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXsi09tuQCpB3E2Q214flEggfX0dXZwfrFKmgBHzzcc7kX7ZHRwSyCTBFd7xsldHxKctOZ34Zv1O2OS036WaNR_bPp9CtmMKkEJ8Y4pgX5rkCPH8oiJiRtrtkQPTQRR0bcC474MjrYBvnvr4ImOBsgqUkmC8G6RQfQoDpxyYdHME_pTEb1n8AENzgT/w480-h640/P2050596.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Minecraft Chest</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Just like Lola's mail box, I made this one for Mathilde at night and didn't take any step by step photos for a DIY. It was also made out of a cardboard box and lots of duct tape in various shades of brown.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Mathilde still uses this one in her bedroom to store all sorts of random things that she collects.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHwYfK7lKQy2wFVlT2LOV4PmpIyomiuIO8bTnwFT3EkXKTQCzbXRhEZhHos_ZspMayC-bO7UK65nGDkJ-GWmirAsmKh5tCbDna7lKipVqGJBDd1l-6lAvQF6p_pf3yxg75ZXD__Vrp-0ebdnNQBX2WGgeHtdsCxzH6LxCnTsy1sjCmNcFcjdIMg_dp/s4547/P2050607.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4547" data-original-width="3410" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHwYfK7lKQy2wFVlT2LOV4PmpIyomiuIO8bTnwFT3EkXKTQCzbXRhEZhHos_ZspMayC-bO7UK65nGDkJ-GWmirAsmKh5tCbDna7lKipVqGJBDd1l-6lAvQF6p_pf3yxg75ZXD__Vrp-0ebdnNQBX2WGgeHtdsCxzH6LxCnTsy1sjCmNcFcjdIMg_dp/w480-h640/P2050607.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvleKeuk495e2JGEQcmlRyiYvJnYaW53fVRg3BPlUfnizHiRYF6uyS3nkKcQGS5ojRrAWp5jIcNdeEos-uWdneQqB0-0DZ-7kKJs_3mNDE8k4YCNPSpapgS66zM9nT1P6K7FVz4O4W8-sojXc5CE4xFI62QU2Mf27elcjKLitz9Cu-4x8LW-kuN5FS/s5184/P2050609.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5184" data-original-width="3888" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvleKeuk495e2JGEQcmlRyiYvJnYaW53fVRg3BPlUfnizHiRYF6uyS3nkKcQGS5ojRrAWp5jIcNdeEos-uWdneQqB0-0DZ-7kKJs_3mNDE8k4YCNPSpapgS66zM9nT1P6K7FVz4O4W8-sojXc5CE4xFI62QU2Mf27elcjKLitz9Cu-4x8LW-kuN5FS/w480-h640/P2050609.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Crystal Box</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Mathilde's Valentines box from last year is probably my favorite! Once again, I mostly made it at night, but I do have a few process pics so I'll try and get a DIY up soon. It's basically just a shoe box covered in purple cellophane with crystal shaped cardboard pieces on top. It was pretty simple to make, but it was time consuming. Just like the Minecraft chest, Mathilde has this on display in her room to store treasures.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJUdPB8stzT7p9KeZW00i9blHHEfdpFvIv6Y6AhS7wfUoer5nqXM-aa_mbQ0OuY-W3i6LVUkstZ7YbwkXc4_o8WF_IAI0CclmpjxQZ8UFqbkNsCg3jaBVqZ_fLZIBZc4ts83YhL-Q6yQfZjroRV4jmzWEulHWS7KUuArl4dplYRiC6Giogju3BmMCC/s4829/P2147273.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4829" data-original-width="3397" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJUdPB8stzT7p9KeZW00i9blHHEfdpFvIv6Y6AhS7wfUoer5nqXM-aa_mbQ0OuY-W3i6LVUkstZ7YbwkXc4_o8WF_IAI0CclmpjxQZ8UFqbkNsCg3jaBVqZ_fLZIBZc4ts83YhL-Q6yQfZjroRV4jmzWEulHWS7KUuArl4dplYRiC6Giogju3BmMCC/w450-h640/P2147273.jpg" width="450" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOrvCtfGcPa5-3-yFMX2mEME8ATcYHBFr8jZgeG_1K-ZIvGKOSUermWYg9sGSCiEHfX_igcXo4hNikFKH6AqA_xVZUcelsxjeHxGFaTfixSEcBqyvSiUe-IKa-5NWFdTg6pbCIuG5vgPAQxd4VaBFxSbGYhyQxEJAdw1p7HFWOkBMtDIQLL0PDtJtt/s5184/P2137242.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3888" data-original-width="5184" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOrvCtfGcPa5-3-yFMX2mEME8ATcYHBFr8jZgeG_1K-ZIvGKOSUermWYg9sGSCiEHfX_igcXo4hNikFKH6AqA_xVZUcelsxjeHxGFaTfixSEcBqyvSiUe-IKa-5NWFdTg6pbCIuG5vgPAQxd4VaBFxSbGYhyQxEJAdw1p7HFWOkBMtDIQLL0PDtJtt/w640-h480/P2137242.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Geode Box</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This one didn't turn out quite how I'd pictured it in my head, but Lola still liked it and her classmates were impressed. I made this giant geode out of papier-mâché on a balloon, added a cardboard top that I covered in cellophane "crystals" and added a base so that it would stand on its side. A little complicated and I just made it up as I went, but hey, that's crafting sometimes! It has a secret hatch in the front to access the Valentines inside.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKz9lMWbABLqUBZptvI3wlsYj0Mp_h5lka5IPm0TYCrwcOKInMvdLm7EpPMcbIzA6PvG3X47z-W5-lYkymg43y8Bdflm9Gm3YHbtKeMtwgfnrxjZ6HgWiUrgEa9JTeh4MqLZzhb8c9mM6Pl2HOnimMuUlDNsYqlw-vmpZQw-58GKvPCqAxKYBroLL7/s3724/P2147251.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2793" data-original-width="3724" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKz9lMWbABLqUBZptvI3wlsYj0Mp_h5lka5IPm0TYCrwcOKInMvdLm7EpPMcbIzA6PvG3X47z-W5-lYkymg43y8Bdflm9Gm3YHbtKeMtwgfnrxjZ6HgWiUrgEa9JTeh4MqLZzhb8c9mM6Pl2HOnimMuUlDNsYqlw-vmpZQw-58GKvPCqAxKYBroLL7/w640-h480/P2147251.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr1_sBSEjonaP8KLxc0uluFGPioReMIUNPvlRP6-9AvLhFCt0B1xMl6Lx3UykLFK3Defnq_iH02wrEAVqJVbBjj7poBk9i_iiM7YZ8dQvvYA8VbqGmIXMpcO6YdlpFYeuD7VWgNA6jw3RydzMv8oKExylz6cmiJMFROdITQjZETWMIKsnAsXF2ictY/s4770/P2147259.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4770" data-original-width="3577" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr1_sBSEjonaP8KLxc0uluFGPioReMIUNPvlRP6-9AvLhFCt0B1xMl6Lx3UykLFK3Defnq_iH02wrEAVqJVbBjj7poBk9i_iiM7YZ8dQvvYA8VbqGmIXMpcO6YdlpFYeuD7VWgNA6jw3RydzMv8oKExylz6cmiJMFROdITQjZETWMIKsnAsXF2ictY/w480-h640/P2147259.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p style="clear: both;"></p><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Valentine's Decorations</u></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Heart Suncatchers</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">We don't usually decorate for Valentine's Day, but one year we made heart suncatchers for our apartment windows and the kids loved them. Actually, you guys must love them too because the DIY is one of the most popular posts of all time on Little Hiccups! That always seems super weird to me because they're so simple to make that they really don't need a DIY, but I guess it's always good to have something to look at for inspiration. These suncatchers are made of construction paper, clear contact and glitter. Lots of glitter!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You can find the DIY here: <b><u><a href="https://www.littlehiccups.net/2015/02/valentine-heart-sun-catchers.html" target="_blank">https://www.littlehiccups.net/2015/02/valentine-heart-sun-catchers.html</a></u></b></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjysCks02KbFxiwa1iR9CalX72vbYJ8QWnvZX90qBUplhlFFSkCkDHMp5QeWUna7C26PJUvG24QgV7UtGEHVtgzeTosGqOX4M2NeSNhIjexIoEkKTfUAr2WJOnFySEcOBhXMv5yAMtWNpaRgSWcSlhVO1eLDF-vh9lYAbbPN1zaGGi6vanTYmgYzKsh/s2048/P1660657.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1537" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjysCks02KbFxiwa1iR9CalX72vbYJ8QWnvZX90qBUplhlFFSkCkDHMp5QeWUna7C26PJUvG24QgV7UtGEHVtgzeTosGqOX4M2NeSNhIjexIoEkKTfUAr2WJOnFySEcOBhXMv5yAMtWNpaRgSWcSlhVO1eLDF-vh9lYAbbPN1zaGGi6vanTYmgYzKsh/w480-h640/P1660657.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieb4WRyJa7WM5ML3wBYzrrDQMnxD0zYwNwn2GJIwMpKz6aAm6TBeqVvujpRn5eT4idLP9CQNeFnmg_HrT4gDcSu-Imr_8KgnzXZ9hdJEmisvHP_ARRy49ss9ZO5Y_u429pmYEjsWDAKxF2SZnLHRGCFt94XK1ALNDRdf-idMR8HZ_6UxFvCbD1xZL7/s2048/P1660652.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1538" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieb4WRyJa7WM5ML3wBYzrrDQMnxD0zYwNwn2GJIwMpKz6aAm6TBeqVvujpRn5eT4idLP9CQNeFnmg_HrT4gDcSu-Imr_8KgnzXZ9hdJEmisvHP_ARRy49ss9ZO5Y_u429pmYEjsWDAKxF2SZnLHRGCFt94XK1ALNDRdf-idMR8HZ_6UxFvCbD1xZL7/w640-h480/P1660652.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Let me know if you end up making any of these fun Valentine's Day ideas!</div><p></p></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://pinterest.com/little_hiccups/"><img src="http://passets-ec.pinterest.com/images/about/buttons/follow-me-on-pinterest-button.png" width="169" height="28" alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" /></a></div>Little Hiccupshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874338986986831171noreply@blogger.com0