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Free Online Class - Advanced Reading - Grades 3-8

This free one-hour, online class is a sample of the 8-week Advanced Reading Course (ARC) for grades 3-8. In this class, which starts Saturday, Nov 7, students will learn how to track the plot of a story and support their answers with the best evidence. The free class is offered at no obligation so parents can determine if ARC is right for their child.
Dates: 
11/14/2026
11/15/2026
11/21/2026
10:30 AM
Location: 
455 Market Street, San Francisco, CA, USA
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Jingle Bell Market Craft Fair 2026

Saturday, November 14th | Broomfield's craft fair of the holidays will be held at the Broomfield Community Center, located at 280 Spader Way. The annual Jingle Bell Market Craft Fair features multiple rooms filled with local crafters from Colorado. You will find something special for everyone on your list!
Dates: 
11/14/2026
8 am - 3 pm
Location: 
13201 Lowell Blvd, Broomfield, Broomfield, CO 80020, United States
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Denver Holiday Food & Gift Festival - Westside Commons

The magic of the holidays is coming, shop local artisans for gifts, arts, crafts, and gourmet foods, only at the 37th Annual Holiday Food & Gift Festival, November 13th through the 15th at the Westside Commons Event Center in Hillsboro. Visit with Santa on Saturday and Sunday only!
Dates: 
11/13/2026
11/14/2026
11/15/2026
Friday: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm | Saturday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm | Sunday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location: 
National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt St, Denver, CO 80216, United States
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Winter Aerial Camps

Come learn how to fly, spin, flip and dance in this super fun aerial camp! Campers will build strength and flexibility while learning skills on aerial fabric, hoop, and sling. Great for beginning to intermediate levels.
Dates: 
12/21/2026
12/22/2026
12/23/2026
10:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. &/or 2:30-5:00 p.m.
Location: 
Gravity Aerial Arts, 5925 East Evans Avenue Unit 125, Denver, CO 80222, United States
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FREE Letter from Santa, mailed to your child - Santamailer.com **ORDER BY DEC 12!

Get a letter from Santa mailed to your child: a personalized letter from the North Pole with your child's name, mailed in a hand-addressed envelope. The letter is free; you cover $6.99 shipping. Want the real thing? Upgrade to a handwritten letter from Santa, written start to finish by a real person with a pen ($39.99, shipping included). Order by December 12.
Dates: 
11/10/2026
11/11/2026
11/12/2026
12:00am
Location: 
Online Only
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2026 Tree Lighting at Cherry Creek

Saturday, November 14th | Join us for an unforgettable evening of holiday magic as we kick off the season with Cherry Creek Shopping Center's Annual Tree Lighting Celebration.
Dates: 
11/14/2026
2 pm
Location: 
Cherry Creek Shopping Center, 3000 East 1st Avenue, Denver, CO 80206, United States
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Winterfest at Orchard Town Center

Saturday, November 14th | Join us for Winterfest, a festive, family-friendly celebration featuring Santa’s grand arrival, our holiday tree lighting, and the debut of a brand-new Winter Wonderland in the splash pad area. Explore a sparkling display of LED trees, capture magical moments at festive selfie spots, and discover the Colorado-native critters bringing a local touch to the holiday fun.
Dates: 
11/14/2026
3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: 
The Orchard Town Center, 14697 Delaware Street, Westminster, CO 80023, United States
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17TH ANNUAL DENVER VETERANS DAY RUN, FESTIVAL AND PARADE

Every year Denver comes together to celebrate its local and national heroes. On November 14, 2026 the Colorado Veterans Project hosts Denver Veterans Day! Join us! You do not want to miss out on this Patriotic commemoration celebrating and honoring our nations heros!
Dates: 
11/14/2026
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Location: 
City Park, Denver, CO, USA
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Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! | Denver Center for the Performing Arts

Select dates, Oct 23 – Dec 20, 2026 | Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! is a hilariously interactive stage adventure straight out of Mo Willems’ beloved, award‑winning book. When a determined, delightfully mischievous Pigeon sets their heart on driving a city bus, chaos and comedy ensue! Bursting with playful songs, vibrant characters, puppets, and laugh‑out‑loud surprises, this high‑energy musical invites children and grown‑ups alike to sing, shout, and laugh along. Don’t let the pigeon drive the bus . . . but let them star in a musical!
Dates: 
11/14/2026
11/15/2026
11/21/2026
Varies
Location: 
Denver Center for the Performing Arts, 1101 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204, United States
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