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Celebrating 1 Year In South Boulder!

Posted by Samantha Graffeo Gardner on March 25, 2025 at 12:16pm

Opening a business is a huge leap: a leap of faith and a leap of trust in yourself and your community. Thankfully, for the past year, we've felt the support of this amazing Boulder community; fellow dental professionals who have welcomed us into the space, patients who've known me for years who have chosen to follow me on this new adventure and from our family & friends who've supported us the whole way through.

My family & I lived in Boulder previously and after pediatric dental residency, we moved back with the hope and expectation I could practice here for the rest of my career. I worked at Little Britches under the guidance of Dr. Richard Abrams, a pillar of the local dental community for many years who took me under his wing with the understanding I would inherit his legacy & practice when he was ready to retire. When the time came, the practice had a bid on it from another practice and because business is still business, and since as a person and not a business I couldn't raise the funds to match their offer, I had to leave the practice I loved.

With a lot of support and encouragement though, we decided to open up in South Boulder (which is where my family and I live); it's a new practice with a philosophy of prevention & a focus on education. We focus on the patient experience and try our best to make each child (and family) feel welcome and understood. We also try out best to be involved with the community we serve; we put on presentations at local pre- and elementary schools; we've partnered with I Have A Dream (a wonderful organization) to help improve the oral health of children in our community; we've given presentations with organizations connected to Boulder County and this summer we'll be doing fun activities for summer camps.

We've just celebrated our one year being open. We're continuing to grow & I would love to encourage you to come check out our practice to see what really sets us apart & could make us a great fit for your family. Come on by for a visit; we'd love to meet you!

FREE SCHOOL WARDROBES AVAILABLE TO BOULDER COUNTY FIRE SURVIVORS

Posted by Deborah Jones on April 18, 2022 at 3:37pm

NEWS RELEASE April 18, 2022

CONTACTS: Valerie Lunka (720-379-4630)
Debbie Jones (303-868-1804)

DENVER – Among the many organizations providing assistance to families impacted by the Marshall and Middle Fork Fires last December, Clothes To Kids of Denver may be one of the best kept secrets. Now the nonprofit is taking steps to increase awareness of its services among those who need it most and to make those services even more accessible to the fire’s survivors.

Since its founding in 2008, Clothes To Kids has provided more than 82,000 school wardrobes to students from low-income or in-crisis families, free of charge. While the nonprofit originally served only Denver County residents, it has since expanded to cover 28 school districts throughout the entire 11-county Denver metro area, including Boulder County. Students must be ages 3 – 21 and enrolled in preschool – 12^th grade, or working toward a GED.

“All students whose families suffered losses in the Boulder County fires are eligible to receive free school wardrobes from Clothes To Kids,” says the organization’s executive director Valerie Lunka, “and no referral or proof of eligibility is currently required. We hope that schools, faith communities and all those providing assistance to fire victims will help spread the word about the valuable resource we offer kids in their communities.”

Central to the Clothes To Kids mission is its clothing boutique, located in Denver’s University Hills neighborhood at 2890 South Colorado Boulevard. Here, families find a pleasant and dignified shopping experience, complete with assistance from volunteer “personal shoppers” who help the students select from new and quality used clothing. Each student may choose five outfits, a coat or jacket, a pair of shoes, a bra (optional) and five pairs each of new underwear and socks. Extra items, such as pajamas, belts, hats, jewelry, winter accessories, school supplies, books and toys, may also be available. Students may receive one free wardrobe every four months.

“A lack of appropriate and fashionable clothing can make it difficult for kids to fit in with their peers and feel comfortable at school,” Lunka explains. “We make sure the students we serve have the clothing they need to feel confident and prepared to thrive.”

While most families are asked to call the Clothes To Kids boutique in advance to make shopping appointments, the nonprofit is providing drop-in service for families impacted by the fires in Boulder County. These families may shop for student wardrobes without appointments on Tuesdays through Saturdays, between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm, through the end of May. For additional information, visit https://clothestokidsdenver.org/ or call 720-379-4630.

Denver Drug-Free World Group Helps Northern Colorado Learn the Truth About Drug Use and Abuse

Posted by Patricia A. Ross on October 10, 2019 at 7:25pm

The Denver chapter of the Drug-Free World Foundation travelled for the second year to the Northern Colorado (NOCO) Emergency Preparedness and Family Safety Expo. The Drug-Free World mission is to everyone—kids and adults—learn the truth about drug use and abuse so they can make the better choice and not take drugs.

The NOCO event is a joint effort between Larimer and Weld Counties and provides the public with a variety of public safety services, ranging from emergency preparedness to life-safety classes.

Foundation for a Drug-Free World provides those attending with effective ways to talk to their kid about drugs. Sometimes it’s a concerned grandparent, an aunt or uncle, parents, and many times teachers, who are concerned about the alarming increase in vaping, and how that may lead to the use and abuse of other drugs.

The Foundation for a Drug-Free World is a non-profit, international drug education program proudly sponsored by the Church of Scientology and Scientologists all over the world. For the Church’s founder, L. Ron Hubbard, noted the role substance abuse plays in the disintegration of the social fabric, stating: “Research has demonstrated that the single most destructive element present in our current culture is drugs.”

Kids who visit the Foundation’s booth voluntarily take the drug-free pledge, where they promise to learn the truth about drugs and promote the benefits of a drug-free lifestyle with their friends. Foundation for a Drug-Free World spends many weekends during the late spring, summer, and early fall at events like the NOCO Emergency Preparedness and Family Safety Expo, and this year over 270 students signed the pledge to remain drug-free.

For more information on the Foundation for the Drug-Free World please visit www.Drug-FreeWorld.org.

Nighthawk Ranch, cancer camp for kids

Posted by Kim McGinnis on April 6, 2012 at 2:32pm

Hi Everyone,

So, it seems that Colorado is a very generous state. When it comes to providing free camps for kids with cancer, Colorado is probably in the top 3 out of all the states in the US.

Well, now there one more, Nighthawk Ranch, in Guffey, Colorado. Nighthawk Ranch is opening its doors this summer for its first series of free one-week sessions. The camp accepts kids and teens (10-18) in their final stages of treatment or out of treatment. Nighthawk Ranch provides the typical camp activities (camping, archery, ropes course, etc.), but also offers activities associated with living on a working ranch. There is a very cool horseback riding program, and at the end of the one-week program there may even be a mini-cattle drive.

As the coordinator, I am reaching out to anyone who has an interest in volunteering (18 or older) or to any parent who has a child who would be a good fit for Nighthawk Ranch.

The session dates are as follows:

Sunday, June 24 to Saturday, June 30, (boys)

Sunday, July 15 to Saturday, July 21, (girls)

Sunday, August 5 to Saturday, August 11, (boys)

So, in the spirit of generosity that is so abundant here in Colorado- please contact me if you have any interest in volunteering or applying as a camper.

Many, Many Thanks,

Kim McGinnis

310-980-8684

Coordinator / Nighthawk Ranch

www.NighthawkRanchColorado.org

Nighthawk Ranch - Second Session is Underway

Posted by Kim McGinnis on July 18, 2012 at 1:12pm

Hi Everyone,

After much preparation and anticipation Nighthawk Ranch has held its first successful summer session and is now in the middle of its second successful summer session. What makes me call it successful? Well, the first session had all but one camper spot filled and had an overflowing amount of volunteers and (most importantly) the campers had a GREAT time.

The second session has one extra camper and even more volunteers to help out - and, yes, these campers are having an equally GREAT time.

After this second session ends (July 21), Nighthawk Ranch has one more session this year - its third session, which runs August 5 - August 11. We are almost at capacity, but we still have room for one or two more campers and one or two more volunteers. This 3rd session is for boys (10-18) who have (or have had) cancer. And, remember, this camp is free to kids and their families that qualify.

And we really need some male volunteers - so time to step up guys. Obviously this is for the kids, but if you speak to any of our volunteers you will know that the volunteers get the same amount of joy (if not more) from the experience than the kids.

Please check out my pictures page to see some pictures of past Nighthawk Ranch sessions, and if you would like more information on how to volunteer or how to fill out an application for a camper, please contact me -
Kim McGinnis/Nighthawk Ranch Coordinator or for more information, visit www.NighthawkRanchColorado.org

Till next time,

Kim

Expanded Junior Tae Kwon Do Schedule!

Posted by Dennis Merta on April 18, 2011 at 2:34pm

We have added classes to our popular Junior Tae Kwon Do Program for ages 6 - 11!

For those who can't attend our weekday 4:15 class, we now have evening classes to accommodate your family's schedule. And as always, Saeng Myong is a NO CONTRACT school! Membership is monthly, and you can attend as many classes that are available for your rank/age as possible!

Visit Saeng Myong's website for more details and to read student testimonials. We look forward to working with you!

Childhood Obesity: Your Kids Are What They Eat

Posted by Crystal Thomas on September 15, 2010 at 4:01pm

It’s no secret that childhood obesity is becoming increasingly prevalent and, as you may know, childhood obesity has serious health consequences, including type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, liver problems, bone and joint problems, and psychological consequences.

Many experts blame this epidemic on the “Western diet,” which means a diet high in refined carbohydrates (white flour), refined sugars (white sugar), and processed food. As you plan for family meals and teach your kids about healthy choices, there are a few important ways you can help ensure your kids make healthy food decisions and get the nutrition they need.

Eat 5+ fruits and vegetables a day. You’ve heard the rule before. Multiple studies show that a diet rich in vegetables and fruits reduces the risk of dying from a significant number of “Western” diseases. In countries where people eat a pound or more of fruits and vegetables per day, cancer rates are half of what they are in the United States. Ideally, only two of five servings will be fruit, and the rest vegetables. Serve vegetables and fruits with meals and also as snacks. Frozen vegetables and fruits are nearly as good as fresh, since they retain most of the nutrients through the freezing process.

Canned fruits and veggies (without added sauces, salt, or sugar) can also work. When it comes to fruits, however, keep in mind that fruit juices do NOT have the same beneficial effects as intact fruit because juice has concentrated calories similar to soda beverages, and also lacks the fiber and other nutrients that whole fruit provides.

Pay attention to portion sizes. A great resource for determining age-appropriate serving sizes is the USDA’s food pyramid, which gives serving sizes for specific foods and beverages based on age, height, weight and activity level.

Although portion control is important, try not to be overly restrictive of your child’s food intake during mealtime. A parent’s responsibility is to provide a well-balanced, nutritious meal. Kids are remarkably good at self-regulating the quantity of food they eat. Allowing kids to eat as much (healthy) food as they choose has been shown to reduce unhealthy snacking between meals. However, if your meal consists of lean meat, vegetables and mashed potatoes, your child should be encouraged to go back for second servings of the meat or vegetables first!

Eat (real) food. It sounds simple, but it can be hard to know what is truly “healthy” for your kids now that every packaged food is making some sort of health claim. This is part of the reason we encourage you to break out of the packages, and eat foods that are just that – FOOD. No chemicals, no preservatives, no dyes, no added hormones, no unpronounceable words, none of the ingredients that are increasingly blamed for our malfunctioning bodies.

Examples of real food are fruits, vegetables, eggs, cheese, milk, meat, beans, rice and other grains. Milk does not mean chocolate milk or strawberry milk, but regular white milk. Meat does not mean breaded and fried nuggets, but baked, roasted, or grilled meats. A good rule of thumb used by author Michael Pollan in his book In Defense of Food is “Don’t eat anything your great grandmother wouldn’t recognize as food.” Squishy squeeze yogurts, cheese that comes out of a squirt can – chances are your great-grandmother would be baffled by these foods. Another great rule of thumb is to shop the perimeter of the grocery store, where a large percentage of items you’ll find are real food.

Taking an active role now can help avoid childhood obesity. Today’s society makes it difficult to change our eating habits, but it can be done. Don’t hesitate to call your pediatrician if you have questions about the types of food you and your children should be eating.

For more information on childhood obesity, helping your children make better food choices, or to find a pediatrician, visit http://www.rosepediatrics.com

An Important Announcement For Children

Posted by Darcie Mae on July 14, 2011 at 7:31am

Children - This announcement is for you:Summer vacation's here.Hoo-Ray to girls and boys.You get time off from school,and time to play with toys.You also have time tocolor pictures and read.So, why not continuereading about Peablys.Through July & AugustI have a treat for you.Instead of one storyeach week, I'll give you two.Log on to my website;http://sammyandrobert.tripod.comat least just once a week.Two new Peably storiesare there for you to read.New coloring picturesare there for you to see.Print them, color them,take your time, and color neat.If you think your pictureis the best it can be,put in an envelope,and mail it off to me.If you're lucky I mightchoose your picture to beput up on my website.Any coloring pictures sent to me that are chosen to put on the website will appear on the Important Announcements page.Keep checking back in on this page for a coloring contest later in this year for a chance to win one of the Sammy & Robert or Mother Mouse books.Children’s Book Author & Illustrator,Darcie Maesammyandrobertbooks@yahoo.com

Breastfeeding Versus Formula: What and When Should You Feed Your Baby?

Posted by Crystal Thomas on September 3, 2010 at 11:25am

Although the breastfeeding-versus-formula debate will probably continue as long as there are new moms, the good news is, your newborn will do well with either formula or breast milk. There are pros and cons with either choice, so you should decide which option works best for you and your baby based on your life circumstances and personal preferences.

Breastfeeding Newborn Babies
Breastfeeding may provide emotional or physical comfort to both mother and baby, and many women choose breastfeeding for this reason. If you choose to breastfeed, estimate the amount of milk your baby is taking in and make sure your baby is taking vitamin D supplements to help his or her body absorb calcium and develop strong bones (check with your pediatrician for information about dosage and recommended brands). Additionally, be careful when taking medications yourself that may be passed through breast milk.

Formula-Feeding Newborn Babies
Formula-feeding newborn babies may be the best option for moms who are working or who have difficulty with breastfeeding. If this is your choice, you’ll want to use a standard iron-supplemented formula.

Feeding Schedule Newborn Babies
Most babies feed eight to 12 times a day or about every two to three hours. As your baby gets older, he or she will gradually take in more milk in less time per feeding and will be happy with fewer feedings. Don’t worry too much about how much or how often your baby eats; your baby will usually know how much to eat. When your baby stops feeding, he or she may be full or just taking a break. Try burping your baby or waiting a few minutes before offering breast or bottle again.

If you’re concerned about whether your baby is getting sufficient food, check for signs of hunger: moving, stretching, sucking and lip movements, fussing and/or crying. Also, note if your baby looks content, alert and is gaining weight – about four to seven ounces per week for the first month. Your pediatrician will weigh your baby regularly at your well-baby checkups, so make sure to keep your appointments.

Feeding and Bonding with Newborn Babies
Whether you choose breast milk or formula, your baby will be getting the food and nutrition he or she needs, so enjoy feeding time. Although feeding is a nutritional activity, feeding is also a time to bond with your baby. Don’t be afraid to hold your baby close during feedings or look at and talk to your baby. If you’re giving your baby a bottle, don’t prop it in your baby’s mouth and leave to do something else. This could lead to choking or tooth decay. But even worse, it could lead to a missed opportunity to relax, bond with and enjoy your baby!

For more information on feeding your baby, or to find a pediatrician, visit www.rosepediatrics.com.

Getting Your Baby To Sleep: Five Sleep Myths

Posted by Crystal Thomas on August 31, 2010 at 10:44am

Getting your baby to sleep through the night is by far one of the toughest jobs as a new parent. Sleeping through the night is not only an important milestone, it’s an essential part of your child’s physical and emotional development. Here, we “put to rest” some of the most popular myths about getting your baby to sleep.

Sleep Myth 1: Your child needs to sleep on your schedule.
 No matter how well intentioned, trying to force a baby to adapt to your schedule will prove frustrating and pointless. According to the book Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child by Dr. Mark Weissbluth (Ballantine, 2005), a schedule is important, but that schedule is not necessarily the parents’ schedule. This book presents a more scientific approach to helping your baby develop consistent sleep habits.

Sleep Myth 2: Your friend’s baby is sleeping through the night, so your baby should be too.
 All babies are different, just as all definitions of “sleeping through the night” may vary - is your friend’s baby sleeping 8 p.m. to 8 a.m., 11 p.m. to 5 a.m., or is your friend simply trying to prove that her baby is better than everyone else’s? If your child does not have any medical problems, sleeping through the night will most likely come anywhere from 4 to 6 months (formula-fed infants) or 4 to 9 months (breastfed infants).

Sleep Myth 3: Letting a baby “cry it out” will hurt them emotionally.  
Depending on the age of your baby, letting your baby “cry it out” may be the best thing for your child. Although younger babies need to be held and fed during the night, if you’re getting up with a healthy 9-month-old, you’re spoiling your child. Getting up with a youngster at this age may be well-intentioned on your part, but a 9-month-old who is free of medical problems does not need to get up to eat. The older your baby gets, the harder it will be to let them cry. This could potentially spill over into other behaviors because you’re teaching your toddler that screaming gets them attention.

Sleep Myth 4: There’s nothing wrong with your child sleeping with you all night.
 Although this depends on the age of the child, in some studies, newborns who are breastfed actually benefit from sleeping with mom. Both mom and baby get better sleep. However, kids who are older (1 and up) and are sleeping in a “family bed” situation have been found to develop attachment disorders and often are not well-adjusted. Moreover, this sleeping arrangement can have serious negative impacts on your relationship with your spouse, the health of which is critical to the long-term well-being of your child.

Sleep Myth 5: Parents shouldn’t leave kids with a babysitter if they aren’t sleeping through the night.
 As parents, you need time alone to remain a good team. You and your spouse will be sleep deprived, pooped on, covered in food stains, and you need time with each other to remember why you did this in the first place. Find experienced babysitters who you can trust (and don’t hesitate to take advantage of family members who volunteer for babysitting duty).

As with so many aspects of parenting, when it’s your child, every situation is different. For more information on getting your baby to sleep or to find a pediatrician, visit http://www.rosepediatrics.com.

Knee Pain in Kids

Posted by Crystal Thomas on November 19, 2010 at 10:30am

One of the most complex parts of your body, knees play an important role in allowing you to move. They allow your legs to bend, swivel, straighten and move in many different directions. In order to deliver that great flexibility, knees are made up of lots of moving parts – parts that can be injured and cause pain. In fact, knee pain is very common in children, especially among adolescents who are active and/or participate in sports. So, what should you do if your child experiences knee pain?

First Response: Think R.I.C.E.
Thankfully, most injuries are minor and heal with time. If your child hurts his or her knee, you can take immediate action to help the knee heal faster. For most injures, including knee injuries in children, follow the R.I.C.E. plan until your child can visit his or her pediatrician.

Rest. Rest the knee, often for several days, to avoid further injury and help support the healing process.

Ice. Ice the knee with an ice bag (a bag of frozen peas works well, too) for 15 minutes several times a day for the first 48 hours. This helps to lessen the pain and swelling.

Compression. Bandage the knee to provide compression, which will give support and decrease swelling.

Elevation. Prop the knee up on some pillows or blankets to reduce swelling.

Most knee injuries are sprains, strains or tears and will begin to heal after one or two days of R.I.C.E. If needed, ibuprofen can be taken for pain control.

Second Response: See a Pediatrician
If pain and swelling persist, you should have your pediatrician take a look at your child’s knee. Here’s what to expect during your visit:

1. The history. Your pediatrician will ask several questions about your child’s knee pain to get a good “story” about the pain. He or she will ask questions such as: When did it start hurting? Where does it hurt? What kind of pain? Does anything make it better or worse? Did you hear any pops when you first injured your knee?

2. The exam. Next, your doctor will examine the injured knee. Your child will be asked to stand, sit, lie down and maybe even walk or jump so the doctor can look at the knee in many different positions. In addition, your pediatrician will want to see how the knee is bending but also will look at the outside of the knee for puffiness, redness and warmth to the touch.

3. Imaging. After “getting the story” and examining your child’s knee, your pediatrician will decide if pictures need to be taken of the knee. Sometimes your pediatrician may order an x-ray to look at the bones and/or a CT or MRI to get a better look at other parts of the knee such as cartilage and ligaments.

4. Treatment plan. Once your pediatrician has all the information he or she needs, he or she will determine a diagnosis and treatment plan for your child’s knee pain. Once your child’s knee has healed, your pediatrician may order exercises and physical therapy as part of the rehabilitation program. If there is a serious injury, your pediatrician may refer your child to a specialist or orthopedic surgeon.

For more information on knee pain in children, tips to prevent knee injuries, or to find a pediatrician, visit www.RosePediatrics.com.

Vaccination Basics: Immunizations & Protecting Your Child Against Dangerous Childhood Diseases

Posted by Crystal Thomas on August 12, 2010 at 10:59am

Throughout childhood, kids need a number of vaccinations, also called immunizations, to build up the body’s defenses against dangerous infections and diseases. These immunizations, some of which are a single shot, and others a series of shots over several days, months or years, help keep your child healthy.

Immunizations work by safely introducing a child’s body to the killed or weakened part of a germ that is responsible for infection. The body reacts to the germ by making antibodies – the body’s defenders against disease and illness. By immunizing your child at the recommended times, you give his or her immune system a chance to make antibodies. If the actual disease germs ever attack your child’s body, the antibodies will attack and eliminate the germs. Children who aren’t immunized do not have the antibodies necessary to fight many serious, and even fatal, diseases.

Recommended immunizations for children ages 0 through 6 include:
• Hepatitis B
• Rotavirus
• Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis
• Haemophilus influenzae type b
• Pneumococcal5
• Inactivated Poliovirus
• Influenza
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella
• Varicella
• Hepatitis A
• Meningococcal

Contact a pediatrician to determine which immunizations your child should receive at different stages of childhood.

Like any medicine, vaccinations can occasionally cause mild reactions. These reactions can include pain, redness and swelling where the shot was given. Infants can be fussy for 24 to 48 hours after a shot and may also sometimes experience a low-grade fever. These are common and expected side effects and not cause for concern. If your child experiences high fever, swelling of the throat, behavior changes, dizziness, wheezing, hoarseness, difficulty breathing, hives or a fast heart rate, call your pediatrician immediately for an evaluation of your child’s health.

Vaccines are generally quite safe and the protection provided by vaccines far outweighs the very small risk of serious problems. In regard to vaccinations and autism, there is no medical evidence that vaccines cause autism. Dr. Andrew Wakefield first promoted this controversial connection in 1998, but he has since admitted that he fabricated the findings he said proved a link between vaccinations and autism.

For more information on vaccinations and your child’s health, or to find a pediatrician, visit http://www.rosepediatrics.com.

CU Wizards-Saturday Dec. 19th-The Physics of Sound and Music!

Posted by CU Wizards on December 14, 2009 at 3:31pm

Have you ever wanted to learn how to make that cracking sound with the bull whip just like Indiana Jones, or how plucking the strings on a guitar makes music? Join us this Saturday, December19th at 9:30 AM when CU Wizard, Professor Steve Pollock will present "Bangs and Whispers: The Physics of Sound and Music"The FREE show will take place on the CU campus in Duane Physics G1B30.For more information visit the CU Wizards Web site <http://www.colorado.edu/physics/Web/wizards/cuwizards.html>.Here by popular demand, I am pleased to announce that CU Wizards is now on Facebook! Please show the CU Wizards your support by visiting the Wizards public Facebook page and/or adding us as your friend (you must be a Facebook member to request CU Wizards to be your friend).The link to our page is: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/profile.php?ref=name&id=100000534094977 or you can search Facebook for Cu Wizards.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Our Next show:-Professor Kristi Anseth presents "Chemistry to Heal the Body" on January 16, 2010 @9:30AM in Cristol Chemistry 140See you there!

CU Wizards - H20! November 14, 2009

Posted by CU Wizards on November 9, 2009 at 2:11pm

It's time for another exciting episode of the CU Wizard's show!Did you know that almost 90 percent of an iceberg lies submerged underwater, or that water expands as it freezes? Well, you can find out the "whys" and "hows" of all sorts of cool factoids like these at the December, 8th, CU Wizards show.Please join us as CU Wizard Casey Hynes presents "H2O!" and reveals some of the amazing properties of one of life's most important necessities - water.Professor Casey Hynes presents:H2O!When: 9:30 A.M. Saturday, November 14, 2009!Where: CU Boulder, Cristol Chemistry 140For more information visit:http://www.colorado.edu/physics/Web/wizards/cuwizards.html

CU Wizards Saturday October 24th @ 9AM - CU Boulder

Posted by CU Wizards on October 21, 2009 at 2:44pm

Please mark your calendars, Susan Frontczak will continue the series of free CU Wizards shows with /How Math Can Save Your Life!When: Saturday October 24, 2009 from 9:30 am-10:30 amWhere: The University of Colorado, Boulder - Cristol Chemistry 142Cost: FREE!CU Wizards is held one Saturday of each month during the academic year and covers a wide range of topics. The shows feature demonstrations and experiments and are geared toward science enthusiasts and children in grades five to nine. Each show lasts about an hour.DECEMBER DATE CHANGE ANNOUNCEMENT:Our December Wizards show has been rescheduled from December 12, 2009 to *December 19, 2009*. It will still begin at 9:30 AM and remains in Duane Physics G1B30. Please make a note of this change and our apologies for the inconvenience.For more information about the CU Wizards program, including scheduling and parking information, please check out our Web site: http://www.colorado.edu/physics/Web/wizards/cuwizards.htmlFor more information about the show, feel free to contact Erin Costello at 303-492-5011 or via email at djnadmin@jila.colorado.eduHope to see you at the show!

Music Safari Sneak Preview April 18, 2009

Posted by Parlando School for the Arts on April 9, 2009 at 2:46pm

With exploration and discovery, this preview for our summer camp is full of children making artistic decisions. Children will have fun making joyful music on a variety of musical instruments. Group activities include singing, movement and drama. Every week of the summer camp has a new theme, new songs, new activities, new plays, and so much more. This sneak preview will be a great way to get your feet wet. So whether you just come for the sneak preview or all summer, a fun and joyful time of learning will be had by all.Please register at www.parlando.org.Ages 3.5-7 years.

Tykes & Tea -- A Community Open House Hosted by Longmont Children's Council

Posted by Emily Gates on April 7, 2009 at 12:03pm

Longmont Children’s Council announced today that it will host a tea-time community open house, April 23, 2009, to honor Mayor Roger Lange and his commitment to early childhood education. In addition to being presented with the Plumtastic Award for Excellence in Supporting Early Childhood Education, Mayor Lange will read the next installment of the Mayor’s Book Club reading series. Classroom tours, student artwork, and curriculum demonstrations will also be featured. Thursday, April 23, 2009 4:30 to 6:30 pm First United Methodist Church – 350 11th Ave., Longmont 4:45 Parent Awards & Community Partner Recognition 5:30 Recognition of Mayor Roger Lange & Mayor’s Book Club Reading About Longmont Children’s Council: Longmont Children’s Council (LCC) prepares children for a lifetime of learning and self-sufficiency by providing a comprehensive, individualized approach to early childhood education and family wellness. For over 40 years, LCC has been providing comprehensive preschool programming to low-income 3- and 4- year-olds living in Longmont. LCC clients receive educational pre-school classes, health and dental screenings, mental health services, nutrition information, parent education, family support/case management, and transportation services. All services are offered bi-lingually and provided free of charge. LCC is now serving 198 children from 181 families.

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