Woodglenn Meadows Park

Thornton updated the Woodglen Meadows park in 2012 and it is so much better.  This year (2013) they have updated their sprinkler systems, so beware.  The minute you think you can have a picnic or a day of kickball, you might get wet.  We have tried having 2 events there at different times of the day and both times the sprinklers came on and got us wet and at multiple times that same day.

Hopefully by next year, they will have the sprinklers on a better rotation.  I am guessing they are doing so much watering to fill in all the dirt patches from the new sprinkler lines.

This park isn't the best for tiny people.  They do have infant swings, but the rest of the equipment really isn't suited for them.

There has been a port-o-potty on sight all summer.  Not sure when they will remove it or if they will remove it.  As of today, it is still there.

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Celebrate Colorado Day: Free Parks Admission

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife will celebrate Colorado Day, Monday, Aug. 5 by offering free entrance at all 42 state parks.

"Colorado Day is an opportunity for everyone to get outside and experience the diverse natural beauty and recreational activities that all of the 42 state parks have to offer," said Gary Thorson, assistant director for information and education for Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

"This day is also the agency's opportunity to say 'thank you' to all of our residents and visitors who enjoy our state parks for their continued support."All other fees, including camping and reservations will remain in effect on Aug. 5.
Come play all day, enjoy a picnic and stay for the sunset. This Colorado Day, be sure to get out to a state park for a fun-filled day that the whole family can enjoy.

For more information, view the event press release or contact your local state park.

Fun at Carpenter Park on June 21

Evite invitation for Fun At The Park.

You're invited to Fun at the Park - Click here to RSVP http://new.evite.com/l/OXMAHMMCKF

Year Round Event Ideas

Museums/Science & Nature

1. Butterfly Pavilion, Westminster: $1 on your birthday, $6.50 for Westminster Residents, $8.50 for non-Westminster Residents, $5.50 for children ages 2-12, under 2 are free
2. University of Colorado (CU) Museum of Natural History, CU-Boulder Campus, Henderson Building next to the University Memorial Center, Boulder: Monday-Friday 9 AM-5 PM, Saturday 9 AM-4 PM, Sunday 10 AM-4 PM, free but suggested donation of $3 for adults and $1 for children ages 6-18 and seniors
3. WOW! Children’s Museum, Lafayette: Tuesday-Sunday, open on Mondays for Boulder Valley School District holidays, ages 15 months to 11 years are $8, children under 15 months are free, parents are free
4. Underwater Fish Observatory, along Boulder Creek behind Millennium Harvest House, 1345 28th Street, Boulder: free
5. Denver Zoo
6. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
7. Adventures in Odyssey

Craft Time

1. Lowe's Build and Grow
2. Lego

Play Spaces (parks, playgrounds, play spaces)

1. Dinosaur Play Area, Flatirons Crossing Mall, Broomfield: all ages, free
2. Gateway Fun Park, Boulder: all ages, prices vary by activity
3. Indoor Playground, Paul Derda Recreation Center, Broomfield: children under 4 years are free
4. Monkey Bizness, Orchard Town Center, Westminster: children over age 1 are $8, children who are crawlers between 6 months and 1 year are $5, infants and parents are free
5. Pearl Street Mall, Boulder: separate rock and sculpture areas for kids to climb on, free

Story Times

1. Storytimes for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers at Boulder, Broomfield, Lafayette, Longmont, Louisville, and Nederland Libraries. Check your local library for dates and times for these and other library events. Free.

Family Meals 

1. Chick-Fil-A Family Night - Each Tuesday
2. Chick-Fil-A free breakfast - each Wednesday

Check the Events & Free Days Calendar for things that are happening each week.  If you hear of something not listed, please share with us.

Midway Park

http://www.broomfield.org/recreation/rentals/parks/midway.shtml

Big Dry Creek Park

1700 West 128th Avenue

Park Amenities
Soccer Fields/Multi-Use Fields
2 Baseball Fields
Playground
Parking
Dog Park
Two Picnic Shelters
Paths
Walking Paths
Porta-potties

I have an affinity to this park as this is the very FIRST park that I ever took Turner to.

It is a pretty good sized park.  It has swings, sandbox and lots to climb on.  I wouldn't say that it is the best for toddlers as the structures are quite large, but there are things that you can do with them if you have older kids that just need to let off some steam.

Since it is a newer park, there are not a lot of adult trees, so bring your  sunblock and shade as the shelters fill up pretty quick in the evenings and weekends.

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Since it isn't the best toddler park, the rating is lower.  I have a toddler so look for safe parks for him.  We still will go here, but this isn't one we let him wander on his own like he likes to do.

Foxshire Park - Westminster

http://www.ci.westminster.co.us/ParksRec/Parks/ParkLocations/FoxshirePark.aspx

Squires Park - Westminster

http://www.ci.westminster.co.us/ParksRec/Parks/ParkLocations/SquiresPark.aspx

Carroll Butts Park - Westminster

http://www.ci.westminster.co.us/ParksRec/Parks/ParkLocations/CarrollButtsPark.aspx

McIlvoy Park - Arvada

This is a beautiful park right in the heart of historic Arvada.  This park was actually the first park that came to Arvada.  The land was donated by Clemency McIlvoy under the condition that no alcohol be allowed on the premises.

Upham St & W 57th Ave

Arvada, CO 80002

(303) 425-9583

Some of the benefits of the park:

• The park has a nice path for walking, exploring and riding your bikes.  
• They have a grill for picnics
•  Picnic tables
• Benches
• Playground (swings, slides, climbing)
• Pavilion
• Basketball Court
• Port-a-potty
• Walking distance to water fountains for the kids
• Walking distance to shops

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Sensory Park, Westminster, CO - 4 1/2 Giraffes

Turner and I are going to try to hit as many parks this summer to help us find some of our favorites.

Today we went to Sensory Park in Westminster (10376 Wadsworth Blvd) and I loved what I saw.  The only real downfall was that they didn't have a toilet of any kind and would have loved more trees.  I am hoping that with the spring coming that the trees that surround it will put off enough shade to solve the one issue that I have.  The toilet issue, I can overcome for my son by bringing a potty chair with me, but for a pregnant lady, that will not do.  Target is just a walk away, so that will make it a little easier.

Another perk is that if anyone gets hurt, it is just right next to Childrens.  Here is a link to some great pictures and information.

Some of the favs of the park:
- sand table
- lots of sand
- water fountain (wasn't on right now, but betting it will be)
- covered picnic tables
- road for bikes, tricycles, scooters, roller blades
- creek near by for exploring
- path for walking
- music area
- bridges
- safe for toddlers
- 3 different types of swings
- basket for throwing balls into
- I am sure there is more that I don't remember

Here is a map to the Sensory park and in the future, I will try to take pictures of the area for those that might actually be reading this and there may be none, but this can be a brain for me so I can remember what I like.


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Sensory Park, Westminster, CO (****1/2) 4 1/2 Stars out of 5

Turner and I are going to try to hit as many parks this summer to help us find some of our favorites.

Today we went to Sensory Park in Westminster (10376 Wadsworth Blvd) and I loved what I saw.  The only real downfall was that they didn't have a toilet of any kind and would have loved more trees.  I am hoping that with the spring coming that the trees that surround it will put off enough shade to solve the one issue that I have.  The toilet issue, I can overcome for my son by bringing a potty chair with me, but for a pregnant lady, that will not do.  Target is just a walk away, so that will make it a little easier.

Another perk is that if anyone gets hurt, it is just right next to Childrens.  Here is a link to some great pictures and information.

Some of the favs of the park:
- sand table
- lots of sand
- water fountain (wasn't on right now, but betting it will be)
- covered picnic tables
- road for bikes, tricycles, scooters, roller blades
- creek near by for exploring
- path for walking
- music area
- bridges
- safe for toddlers
- 3 different types of swings
- basket for throwing balls into
- I am sure there is more that I don't remember

Here is a map to the Sensory park and in the future, I will try to take pictures of the area for those that might actually be reading this and there may be none, but this can be a brain for me so I can remember what I like.


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