Holiday Ice Show
4-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, Apex Center Ice Arena, 13150 W. 72nd Ave., Arvada. Free
Grab the whole family and head to Arvada for this celebration of all things holiday cheer on ice. Local skaters will be jingle bell rocking all afternoon at this free annual event at Apex Center Ice Arena. No registration is required.
Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt
6-7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, Bob L. Burger Recreation Center, 111 W. Baseline Road, Lafayette. Free
Why should the Easter Bunny have all the fun? Grab a flashlight and head to the fields near Bob L. Burger Rec Center to hunt for candy canes and “sneaky elves.” If you catch an elf, bring them to a table to win a prize. After the outdoor adventure is over, head inside to warm up with hot chocolate, cookies and pictures with Santa — or enter an ornament in the lazy river race. Register here.
DeRanged Holiday Hoopla
7:30-9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, 300 Suns Brewing, 335 1st Ave., Unit C, Longmont. Free
Break out your best ugly Christmas sweater and head down to 300 Suns Brewing for a holiday extravaganza featuring a sing-along, free comedy from Front DeRanged Improv and an ugly sweater contest with a gift card prize. Holiday-themed drinks will be flowing all night and “Drunk Santa” will be on hand for photos.
Holiday Toy Drive
11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fri.-Sun., Dec. 13-15, Left Hand Tasting Room, 1265 Boston Ave., Longmont. Free
Give back this holiday season by bringing an unwrapped toy to the Left Hand Tasting Room. This weekend is the perfect time to swing by the award-winning brewery to support the Safe Shelter of St. Vrain Valley, but the drive is ongoing daily through Dec. 20.
Freezie Fest
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Pearl Street Mall, Boulder. Free
Boulder’s frostiest, freeziest family event returns for “a celebration of winter and all things snowmen.” This holiday extravaganza includes free train rides for the kiddos (weather permitting) along with Santa visits, reindeer games and the inaugural cookie crawl featuring sweet treats from participating retailers.
Birding BoCo
2-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Louisville Public Library - Meeting Room, 951 Spruce St. Free
Looking to pick up a new, peaceful past-time? Learn how and where to find local and migratory birds any time of year in Boulder County’s diverse ecosystems and habitats. Registration required: bit.ly/BirdingBW.
Tea Talk: Coping with the Holidays
3-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Inner Space Healing, 6964 N. 79th St. Suite 4, Niwot. Free
Feeling overwhelmed, wistful or blue? Have a cup of tea about it. Find connection and support in a warm, welcoming space hosted by therapist Patti Ashley. Once you’ve refilled your cup, join the rest of the festivities at the all-day Niwot Holiday Market, including horse and carriage rides, roasted chestnuts and a holiday sing-a-long.
Longmont Lights Parade
5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Downtown Longmont. Free
Bundle up, break out the folding chairs and head downtown for Longmont’s twinkling procession of holiday floats. The builders have been working hard all season on this year’s “timeless holiday tales” theme, so brave the cold and show your support. The parade starts on Longs Peak Avenue, and will continue down Kimbark Street and Main Street.
Art Therapy Honoring Disability
1-3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, The Collective, 201 N. Public Road, Lafayette. Free
A trained art therapist guides this inclusive workshop to “honor and explore the unique experiences of people with disabilities.” Make a collage and then participate in a sharing circle. The event is “open to anyone interested in exploring their relationship with disability.”
Cider Tour
4:15-5:45 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, Acreage by Stem Ciders, 1380 Horizon Ave. Unit A, Lafayette. $60
Join the cider makers at Stem in support of Rise Against Suicide, a local nonprofit removing financial barriers to mental health care for youth. Tour the cidery, sample blends straight from the barrel and head home with a festive glass. A portion of the proceeds will support the organization; try a nonprofit flight to continue to give back. Tickets: bit.ly/StemTourBW
Winter Market & Music Wednesdays
4-8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18, Wibby Brewing, 209 Emery St., Longmont. Free
Still searching for the perfect last-minute gift? No need to fear — grab a beer and stroll through Wibby’s last winter market of the season. From handmade woodworking to finely crafted ornaments, the European-style Christkindl market is a one-stop-shop for all you procrastinating present purchasers.
Muse Makers Creative Class: Scrunchies
10 a.m. to noon, Thursday, Dec. 19, Museum of Boulder, 2205 Broadway. $21
Museum of Boulder’s adult education series exploring creativity with found materials continues with a class on making your own scrunchie. As always, this hands-on workshop will be led by local artists Wendy Rochman and Pati Frey.
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