This weekend is filled with music, reading, robots, falcons, alpacas, dogs and MORE! Many of these events are completely FREE. Spend some special time with the kids at these super fun events happening this weekend in and around Boulder.
Jeff and Paige at the CU Museum of Natural History
Photo Courtesy Jeff and Paige
When: Saturday, February 24, 2018
Where: University of Colorado Museum of Natural History, 1035 Broadway St, Boulder, Colorado 80302
Time: 11AM & 1PM
Cost: FREE
This Saturday, see a Jeff & Paige concert at the CU Museum of Natural History. Kid-friendly science and natural history exhibits, monthly family days and this 6th annual concert day with Jeff & Paige. The first show rins from 11:00-11:45AM and is geared towards preschool age kids (ages 2-5). The second show happens from 1:00-1:45pm, geared toward lower elementary school kids (ages 5-8).
Come to one or come to both. Free to attend and open to all thanks to JL Family & Cosmetic Dentistry!
Ms. Shirley’s Storytime at Lafayette Public Library
Photo Courtesy Lafayette Public Library
When: Saturday, February 24, 2018
Where: Lafayette Public Library, 775 W Baseline Rd, Lafayette, Colorado 80026
Time: 10:30 – 11AM
Cost: FREE
Ages: 2- 6 Years
Join the Lafayette Public Library for fun Saturday morning stories with Ms. Shirley. Story books, songs, rhymes, and fun for kids 2-6 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Puzzles, Gadgets, & Games w/ Science Galaxy at The Rayback
Photo Courtesy Science Galaxy
When: Saturday, February 24, 2018
Where: Rayback Collective, 2775 Valmont Rd, Boulder, Colorado 80304
Time: 11AM – 3PM
Cost: FREE
Ages: 7 & Up. All ages welcome.
Join Science Galaxy for a special day of STEAM explorations for the whole family at the Rayback Collective. 2017 favorites will be back as well as new fun to the list of choices: Do an escape room in a box, create a stop-motion movie, design and test a robotic drone, and more. Activities suitable for kids 7+, all ages welcome.
Wizard of Oz Performed by Peanut Butter Players
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When: Saturday, February 24, 2018
Where: Harlequin Center for the Performing Arts, 1376 Miners Dr, Lafayette, CO 80026-2954, United States
Time: 11AM – 12:30PM
Cost: $15/person
The Peanut Butter Players are Boulder County’s premiere children’s theatre, providing training in singing, dancing and acting for the young, teaching kids to make believe and to believe in themselves! Check out the Peanut Butter Players in their performance of the classic Wizard of Oz.
Birds of Prey Presentation
Photo Courtesy Birds of Prey Foundation
When: Saturday, February 24, 2018
Where: Broomfield Community Center & Senior Center, 280 Spader Way, Broomfield, Colorado 80020
Time: 1:30PM – 3PM
Cost: FREE
Get an up-close view of hawks, owls, and falcons at this free, educational program about these fascinating creatures presented by the Birds of Prey Foundation.
Alpaca Extravaganza 2018
Photo Courtesy Alpaca Breeders Alliance of Northern Colorado
When: February 24 – 25, 2018
Where: Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Rd, Longmont, CO 80501
Time: 9AM – 5PM
Cost: FREE
This weekend at Boulder County Fairgrounds, check out Alpaca Extravaganza! Events include educational activities, “hands-on” experiences, and demonstrations. Meet some adorable alpacas, participate in the silent auction, and learn about this amazing animal! Alpaca arts and crafts will be available for purchase and fiber artists will be on hand. An alpaca fiber and yarn sale held in conjunction with educational seminars and interactive opportunities with alpacas. Sponsored by Alpaca Breeders Alliance of Northern Colorado.
PAWS to Read
Photo Courtesy Lafayette Public Library
When: Sunday, February 25, 2018
Where: Lafayette Public Library, 775 W Baseline Rd, Lafayette, Colorado 80026
Time: 1:30PM – 2:30PM
Cost: FREE
Ages: 5 – 10
