Th – March 30: Play at Fruitdale Park

We’re meeting 1:30pm at Fruitdale Park (4700 Miller St, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033). There’s also a dog park adjacent to this one, with lots of mixed-ages equipment, and a basketball court + lots of open space. Come when you can, bring what you want + let’s explore together! New here? You’re welcome to join our …

M – March 27: Firetrucks + Things That Go!

This week we’ll be gathering in a circle at 10:30am, just after our opening game/activity, to introduce the day’s theme + schedule. We’re practicing this opening for our group every week, but it is not required. If anyone has strong feelings about this, let’s practice respectfully opting out (remaining outdoors or sitting quietly in a …

Th – March 23: Play at Memorial Park

We’re meeting 1:30pm at Memorial Park (8001 W 59th Ave, Arvada, CO 80004). If your kids are into frisbee golf, there’s a course here. Otherwise, there’s a (tiny) skate park for boards + scooters, a creek to explore, playground equipment, picnic tables, a walking loop + lots of open space. Come when you can, bring …

M – March 20: CAT Day

It’s cats! Bring a picture of your cat (if you have one), cat stuffies, cat masks – you know, just, alllllll the cat-themed materials – and let’s hiss together. Dress as a cat, if you wish. I’ll find some cat art projects, coloring or drawing pages to bring. If anyone else has something specific to …

Th – March 16: Play at Clear Creek Gateway Trailhead

We’re meeting 1:30pm at Clear Creek Canyon Park Gateway Trailhead (Clear Creek Canyon Rd, Golden, CO 80403 – works in Google only!). It’s in the armpit beneath highways 93 and 58 (map below). Look at the trail map when you arrive, head down the stairs + toward the nearest opening to the water – we’ll …

M – March 13: St. Patrick’s Day Party

This week, we’re celebrating St. Patty’s Day! Try to dress in green. No pinching, please. To start, Amber’s creating a treasure hunt, leprechaun style, with a pot o’ gold at the end! Bring a few potatoes for stamping + to mash up for our Irish lunch. We’ll prep some main tables for our shared food. …

Last Week in Pictures: March 10

Because we had lots going on last week, I’m adding a photos post. You’re welcome.

Th – March 9: Play at O’Kane Park

We’re meeting 1:30pm at O’Kane Park (7101 W 1st Ave, Lakewood, CO 80226). Come when you can, bring what you want + let’s explore together! Upcoming: March was supposed to be Matthews/Winters Park, but (as predicted) they’re currently closed for mud. So… let’s do a playground tour! The current plan: March 16: Clear Creek Canyon …

M – March 6: Show + Tell

This morning, let’s warm up with… improv games. Nobody’s “in charge,” so let’s just set up a staging area + begin! (Probably after a quick run around the playground!) Please bring an item or two to add to our inspiration bin (you’ll get them all back) for the kids to draw from for their games …

FIELD TRIP to Forney Museum – March 24 @ 1pm

Friday, March 24 @ 1pm – The Forney Museum of Transportation is a one-of-a-kind collection of more than 600 artifacts relating to historical transportation. Ours is a self-guided, discounted tour under the homeschool field trip bracket. If you’d like to attend, please come promptly at 1 o’clock for group admission. Pricing follows and museum parking …