happenings July
4th of July Parade 9-10:30am
The 4th of July Parade invites the community to celebrate the nation’s birth. The event begins with a 0.2-mile Family Pet & Bike Parade, followed by the 1.02- mile Community Parade. Town Center North, Highlands Ranch. hrcaonline.org 5 Friday Birding For Everyone 8-9:30am It is songbird and hummingbird season. Whether you’re new to birding or can ID any bird at a glance, join the leisurely walk throughout Arvada. Register in advance to receive the location. Majestic View Nature Center, Arvada. majesticviewnaturecenter. arvada.org Visit the Colorado Railroad Museum, where visitors can board a passenger car behind a narrow-gauge locomotive. Rides depart every 30 minutes from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Summer rides are available until mid-August. Colorado Railroad Museum, Golden. coloradorailroadmuseum.org 6 Saturday Golden Farmers Market 8am-1pm Support local businesses every Saturday by heading to the Golden Farmers Market until October 5. Get fresh produce, watch local entertainment, and enjoy the outdoors with the whole family. Golden Farmers Market. goldenfarmers market.org Ride the Rails 10am-3pm Families are invited at 10 a.m. on the first and third Saturday of each month for a fire-related story and craft time. Attendees can stay after the craft for a guided children’s tour of the Museum, an experience enjoyable for all ages. Denver Firefighters Museum, Denver. denverfirefightersmuseum.org Fun at the Firehouse 10-11am
Photo by Red Rocks Amphitheatre. July 8.
to do today
July 1 Monday Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience 9:30am-8pm The Bubble Planet offers an immersive journey engaging all five senses. This multisensory adventure will delight every family member in its captivating, bubble-filled world. Exhibition Hub Art Center Denver. bubble- planet.com Outdoor Storytime: Chatfield Farms Park 9:30-10am Families are invited to the
Outdoor Storytime at Chatfield Farms Park. The event is ideal for children ages 0-5. Organizers request that attendees keep storytime allergen-free Chatfield Farms Park, Littleton. douglascountylibraries. evanced.info 2 Tuesday Lunchtime Vinyasa Flow Noon-1pm During the Lunchtime Vinyasa Flow, participants center their minds and uplift their spirits with nurturing, fun, and meditative yoga. Attendees will leave feeling both grounded and energized. Denver Botanic Gardens, Denver. botanicgardens.org
LEGO bricks. Columbine Library, Littleton. jeffcolibrary. bibliocommons.com Tweens Writing Group 6:30-7:30pm Tween writers are invited to grab their #2 pencils (or pens) and join the group writing session. Participants will respond to a variety of prompts, writing, sharing, and decorating their pages in a fun, collaborative atmosphere. Belmar Library, Lakewood. jeffcolibrary. bibliocommons.com 4 Thursday Independence Day 5K 7:30-11am Families can kick off their 4th of July with a festive 5K, presented by CU Medicine. This fun run/ walk caters to all first-time 5K participants, elite runners, kids, parents with strollers, and even furry friends. Jump online for ticket information. Town Center South, Highland Ranch. hrcaonline.org
3 Wednesday Lego Build and Play 3:30-4:30pm
LEGO enthusiasts are invited to drop in for open play and building sessions. Budding artists and engineers can unleash their creativity and construct unique creations with the provided
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