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As the Marketing company for Partner's No DUI Larimer Initiative, we are working hard to provide our Colorado Community with education and helpful, healthy tips. You may have heard the term “Dry January” before. Healthier drinking habits are a common New Year’s resolution – but cutting back is easier said than done when alcohol has become part of your daily or weekly lifestyle or is something you use to cope with life’s challenges.  Maybe you’ve experienced negative health effects because of your drinking, or it’s interfering with your interpersonal relationships and ability to function in everyday life. Maybe you just want to start the New Year off with a more focused, healthier you. Either way, here are some tips for cutting back gradually. 1. Set a goal Start by writing down some current stats: How many days per week you drink, how many drinks you have, and – if some of those drinks are extra large – how many servings of alcohol you have in that time frame. Set an easy goal to start with. One less drink per week or day is a great place to start. You can even offer yourself a non-alcoholic reward for each day or week you meet your goal. 2. Measure drinks You may think to yourself, “I only have one drink at the end of each day,” but consider the size of your drink. One serving of alcohol is: one can of beer; 9 fluid ounces of malt liquor (a stronger lager or ale), 5 ounces of wine, or a 1.5-fluid-ounce shot of hard liquor like gin, vodka, or tequila. If cutting down your number of drinks sounds too difficult at the start, first make sure that each drink is truly just one drink by measuring your alcohol.
 7. Count your drinks Sometimes, simply realizing the number of drinks you’re having regularly can be a wake-up call. Start keeping a tally as you drink. When you’re impaired, you may not realize how quickly you’re getting to three, or five, or more drinks. If you’re shocked by your number, try reducing it by one at a time. Before you start drinking, measure out your goal number of drinks, and then hide the rest of the alcohol. When you’ve finished what you set out, you’re done drinking. 8. Drink-free day(s) Another solution if frequency is your issue is to start with a drink-free day each week. Maintain that for a month (longer if you’re really struggling), then reduce your weekly drinking days by one more the following month.  9. Avoid triggers Often, the situations in which you typically drink become triggers to drink. Start eliminating these situations from your life. If you often drink with a certain group of people, start seeing them individually, in a different setting, or not at all. If it’s a place that’s your trigger, it’s best to avoid it altogether. If it’s a certain time of day, try eating a meal and/or planning a fun activity for that time of day as a distraction. 10. Be able to say “no” You probably won’t be able to altogether avoid situations where others are drinking. Whether it’s friends, coworkers, or a server at a restaurant or party, be able to say “no, thank you.” If you’re worried about the social pressure to drink, practice what you’ll say before heading into a situation where others are likely to be drinking. Be confident in your decision; your health is most important. Benefits of cutting back on alcohol consumption You can start to feel the benefits of cutting back immediately. Here are some short term effects you can look forward to:
If you find that you can’t cut down, you may need help to quit drinking. If you have developed an alcohol use disorder, drinking may no longer feel like a choice. Never try to stop drinking cold turkey if you drink large quantities regularly; the effects of alcohol withdrawal can be fatal. If you find yourself at this point, it’s best to seek professional help. If you or a loved one is struggling with alcohol use, contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 to get support and local resources. Make the Call.  If you’re out drinking or using drugs and need to Make the Call for a safe ride home, we’ve got you covered. No DUI Larimer has compiled a list of ride services throughout our county. Just scroll down to your city for name, description, and contact information for each service.  Fort Collins zTrip: Ride services for northern Colorado with flat rate pricing. Runs 24 hours. Download the app on the Apple App Store or Google Play. To get $10 off a zTrip EVERY month, text #NoDUI to 970-224-2222. Contact: Use the app or call 855-MY-zTrip Lyft: Pricing based on demand. Runs 24 hours as long as drivers are available. Download the Lyft app on the Apple App Store or Google Play. You can also sign up or get an estimate here [https://www.lyft.com/rider/cities/fort-collins-co]. Contact: Get help through the app or online. NOCO Party Bus: Perfect if you’re planning an outing with a big group. Must book ahead of time. Offers late-night rides. Pricing is hourly and based on number of passengers; view options and pricing here [https://www.nocopartybus.com/pricing/]. Contact: 970-235-0690 Genesis Executive Transportation: Luxury limousine and car service. Rates are charged per mile, hourly, or customized. View pricing online [https://www.genesis-executive.com/rates]. Must book ahead of time. Offers late-night pickup. Contact: 970-599-9519 Ram Ride x Lyft: A taxi service for Colorado State University students that runs on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Ram Ride now pairs with Lyft to provide discounted rates (up to 50% off, up to $10 off per ride) to current CSU students. Download the app on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Contact: 970-491-2248 until 5 p.m. or through the app Transfort (currently FREE due to COVID-19): Fort Collins’ bus service. Does not run late at night. Check the schedule at www.ridetransfort.com. Contact: 970-221-6620 Uber: Similar to Lyft, pricing based on demand. Runs 25 hours. Available on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Contact: Get help online or through the app FLEX: City bus system with routes between Fort Collins, Loveland, Longmont, and Boulder. Fare is $1.25 per ride per adult – exact change required. Does not operate on certain holidays or very late at night. See the current schedule here [http://www.ridetransfort.com/routes/flex]. Contact: 970.221.6620 Loveland zTrip: Ride services for northern Colorado with flat rate pricing. Runs 24 hours. Download the app on the Apple App Store or Google Play. To get $10 off a zTrip EVERY month, text #NoDUI to 970-224-2222. Contact: Use the app or call 855-MY-zTrip Lyft: Pricing based on demand. Runs 24 hours as long as drivers are available. Download the Lyft app on the Apple App Store or Google Play. You can also sign up or get an estimate here [https://www.lyft.com/rider/cities/fort-collins-co]. Contact: Get help through the app or online. Uber: Similar to Lyft, pricing based on demand. Runs 25 hours. Available on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Contact: Get help online or through the app COLT (City of Loveland Transit): Loveland’s city bus service. Adults 18-59 ride for $1.25. Check the schedule and routes at https://www.cityofloveland.org/services/public-works/bus-service. Does not run late at night. Contact: (970) 962-2700 FLEX: City bus system with routes between Fort Collins, Loveland, Longmont, and Boulder. Fare is $1.25 per ride per adult – exact change required. Does not operate on certain holidays or very late at night. See the current schedule here [http://www.ridetransfort.com/routes/flex]. Contact: 970.221.6620 NOCO Party Bus: Perfect if you’re planning an outing with a big group. Must book ahead of time. Offers late-night rides. Pricing is hourly and based on number of passengers; view options and pricing here [https://www.nocopartybus.com/pricing/]. Contact: 970-235-0690 Genesis Executive Transportation: Luxury limousine and car service. Rates are charged per mile, hourly, or customized. View pricing online [https://www.genesis-executive.com/rates]. Must book ahead of time. Offers late-night pickup. Contact: 970-599-9519 Estes Park NOCO Party Bus: Perfect if you’re planning an outing with a big group. Pricing is hourly and based on number of passengers; view options and pricing here [https://www.nocopartybus.com/pricing/]. Contact: 970-235-0690 Genesis Executive Transportation: Luxury limousine and car service. Rates are charged per mile, hourly, or customized. View pricing online [https://www.genesis-executive.com/rates]. Must book ahead of time. Offers late-night pickup. Contact: 970-599-9519 Estes Park Shuttle Service (FREE): Offers limited hours during the winter. Park at the town’s free parking structure (near the Estes Park Visitor Center) to pick your car up later. Currently operates on Wednesdays from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Runs continuously, no reservations required. View the current schedule here [https://www.visitestespark.com/plan/getting-around/free-shuttle-buses/]. Contact: 970-577-3957 if you have questions Eddie Limo: Offers luxury transportation for special events. Must book ahead of time. Services mountain cities, even in winter. Contact: 303-803-7363 Colorado Canyon Connection: Offers one-way trips in town for $10 and round-trip for $15. Operates 24 hours; pickups requested between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. cost an extra $5. Out-of-town trips are available for a different fee. Contact: 970-614-8669 or book in advance online [https://www.coloradoshuttleservice.com] Windsor NOCO Party Bus: Perfect if you’re planning an outing with a big group. Pricing is hourly and based on number of passengers; view options and pricing here [https://www.nocopartybus.com/pricing/]. Contact: 970-235-0690 Genesis Executive Transportation: Luxury limousine and car service. Rates are charged per mile, hourly, or customized. View pricing online [https://www.genesis-executive.com/rates]. Must book ahead of time. Offers late-night pickup. Contact: 970-599-9519 Uber: Similar to Lyft, pricing based on demand. Runs 25 hours. Available on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Contact: Get help online or through the app Sapphire Car Service: Luxury taxi service, happy to accommodate short rides for individuals. Does not require advance booking. Contact Sapphire Car Service for more information. Contact: 979-545-0919 Next time you’re out in Larimer County, Make the Call for a safe ride home!  The No DUI Larimer coalition and campaign was born out of the need to address the problem of impaired driving in our community. The goal is to prevent driving under the influence of alcohol or other substances by increasing community responsibility for safe and responsible driving.
Our campaign is encouraging the public to “Make the Call” to end impaired driving in our community. Make the Call to get a safe ride home. Make the Call about whether you should get behind the wheel, and Make the Call to report suspected impaired drivers. Driving under the influence IS an emergency–please call 911 if you see someone you suspect is driving impaired. Ending impaired driving is a joint effort between law enforcement, government agencies, alcohol and cannabis retailers, local nonprofits, and the community. We need your help to stop impaired driving before it happens, and when it’s happening. Thanks for doing your part. -Partners, RAR, MBD Marketing & Events  **** For Immediate Release****
Press Release Contact: Christine Forster April 29, 2020 970-613-1455 Larimer County Launches NO DUI LARIMER Project NORTHERN COLORADO – April 29, 2020 Larimer County is one of only three communities in Colorado who has been awarded funds from The Colorado Office of Behavioral Health Persistent Drunk Driving and Law Enforcement Assistance Fund grants. The goal is to prevent driving under the influence of alcohol or other substances by increasing community responsibility for safe and responsible driving. Partners Mentoring Youth, who absorbed this, among other work, from the former non-profit, Team Wellness & Prevention, is the lead agency on this five year project which is now in its third year. Partners has engaged a steering committee, and named the project NO DUI LARIMER. According to Heather Vesgaard, Executive Director of Partners, “This project aligns with our organizations commitment to promoting positive decisions and a safe and well community. Effective work in this arena will benefit youth and adults alike. We are excited to be working with such a broad group of community members to guide and direct this county-wide project. No DUI Larimer’s steering committee has representatives serving from a broad base of interested parties including; The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, City of Loveland PD, UCHealth, City of Fort Collins PD, Colorado State Patrol, My Big Day Marketing & Events, Bullfrog Liquors, Mulberry Max Liquors, Health District of Northern Larimer County, Omni Institute, Peer Assistance Services, Partners Mentoring Youth, CSU Police Department, CSU College of Health & Human Sciences, Data Action Change, Responsible Association of Retailers, Smokey’s 420, and Larimer County Dept. of Health & Environment. Areas of focus for this group include:
In 2019 more than 8,500 people were arrested for driving under the influence in Colorado. A needs assessment completed in October 2018 found that DUI/DWAI offenses are a significant issue in Larimer County due to a number of factors on which the dedicated members of the steering committee will focus through education, outreach, and policy change. Project contact: Heather Vesgaard heatherv@partnersmentoringyouth.org Media contact: Vanessa Lewis vanessal@partnersmentoringyouth.org -XXX- Back by popular demand!
For more holiday ideas, visit My Big Day's Pinterest page CLICK HERE or Hire us to host your holiday party!  Contact My Big Day Have Fun. Be Young. Let us know how we can help. Original Ideas, superior strategies, your own private party planner. ~Event Planning, Coordination & Management~ My Big Day llc Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us Located in Loveland, CO As event planners, we serve the entire Front Range; Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken We've done our research, and here is the most comprehensive list of restaurants hosting Easter Brunch in Northern Colorado on April 16, 2017. *Note, please call the owners of the establishments below to confirm details, since we are not the owners. If you have an update to share, or a restaurant to add, please EMAIL US.  Austin’s American Grill 100 W. Mountain Ave., Fort Collins 970-224-9691 2815 E. Harmony Road, Fort Collins 970-267-6532 Both spots are offering a traditional brunch buffet starting at 9 a.m. There are more than 20 items being served including eggs Benedict, smoked salmon, roasted sirloin and a variety of desserts. The buffet is $34.95 per person, $12.95 for kids ages 5-12, and free for children younger than 5. Easter Brunch at the Bistro Samples World Bistro - 370 Main St, Longmont, CO 80501 April 16, 2017 9am-3pm $35 Ready for the perfect Bistro Brunch? Join us on Easter Sunday for a very special brunch. We will have several stations setup for you and your family to dig into. Bring the whole family for a brunch downtown Longmont. Reservations recommended. See full menu here: https://www.weebly.com/editor/main.php Best Western Plus Loveland/ Monroe’s Lounge 5542 E. U.S. Highway 34, Loveland (970) 667-7810 Monroe's is offering a special brunch buffet that also includes free mimosas (limit three). Smoked ham, ribeye, and shrimp will be among the meat options. There are different seating options available at 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. The Easter Bunny will make an appearance with Easter egg hunts at noon and 2 p.m. Brunch is $24.95 per person, $14.95 for seniors, $9.95 for children ages 5-12, and free for children 4 and younger. Brick + Mortar 200 Walnut St., Fort Collins www.brickandmortarfc.com The popup brunch service is hosting a four-course dinner between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Leek and asparagus quiche is the main course of the meal prepared by guest chefs Bradley Muck and Kyle Knopp of Music City Hot Chicken. Tickets are $35 per person and available online. Cafe Vino 1200 S. College Ave., Fort Collins 970-212-3399 This tapas restaurant will feature brunch starting at 7 a.m. Huevos rancheros, steak and eggs, eggs Benedict, salads and pizzas are among brunch menu items. The entrees range from $ 8 to $18.  Chimney Park 406 Main St. in Windsor, 970-686-1477 The distinguished downtown Windsor restaurant is offering a special three-course meal starting at 10 a.m. Diners pick from a list of options for each course. Lamb eggs Benedict, apple bread pudding French toast, grilled mahi-mahi, roasted Colorado lamb leg and prime rib are the main course options. The meal is $42 per person. There’s also a special three-course menu for kids 12 and younger for $12. Door 222 222 E. Fourth St., Loveland, 970-541-3020 The downtown Loveland restaurant is offering a special four-course brunch menu. Diners pick from a list of options for each course. Pork belly eggs Benedict, vegetarian eggs Benedict, smoked salmon eggs Benedict, brioche French toast, short rib hash, lobster frittata, BLT, breakfast burger and fried chicken sandwich are the main entree options. The four-course menu is $29.50 per person. There’s also a kids menu at $9.50 for kids 12 and younger. Easter Day Brunch at the Embassy Suites April 16 @ 10:30 am - 2:30 pm 4705 Clydesdale Parkway Loveland, CO 80538 United | $24.95 Includes a glass of Champagne or Mimosa, Crafts for the kids & a Family photo with the Easter Bunny. Download the Easter brunch menu which includes cold and hot buffet offerings as well as dessert options. Adults $48.95 Seniors (65+) $39.95 Children (5-12) $24.95 Kids under 4 eat free 6.5% sales tax and 18% service charge will be added Call for reservations at 970-593-6200 The Farmhouse at Jessup Farm 1957 Jessup Drive, Fort Collins 970-631-8041 The restaurant at Jessup Farm Artisan Village will showcase its new spring menu starting at 8 a.m. There will be an Easter egg hunt for children 10 and younger — with some winning eggs offering a free breakfast. The Easter Bunny will also be available for photographs from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Main entrees on the brunch menu range from $8.95 to $15.95, with an a la carte menu also offered. Generations Wine & Martini Bar 127 W. Fourth St., Loveland, 970-619-8294 The downtown Loveland spot is offering a 24-foot-long buffet. It features plenty of breakfast classics along with salmon, shrimp and finger sandwiches. Mimosas and a bloody mary bar are available for purchase. The meal is $23 per person and $9 for children 9 and under.  Easter Day Brunch at the Greeley Chophouse 804 8th St Greeley, Colorado Call (970) 673-8853 April 16 @ 10am-3pm $29.95 The Greenbriar Inn 8735 North Foothills Hwy • Boulder, CO 80302 (303) 440-7979 Easter Sunday Brunch Join us on Easter Sunday, April 16, 2017 for our Easter brunch buffet. Enjoy our award-winning brunch complete with unlimited champagne or up to three Bloody Mary cocktails for $45 per person or choose just the buffet for $36 per person ($16 for children ages 3 to 10). In addition to the amazing and delicious breakfast and lunch items, a large selection of decadent desserts as well as Silver Canyon coffee, hot teas and house brewed iced tea are included. We are extending our brunch hours on Easter Sunday and will be seating from 10am to 4pm. We will be closed for dinner. Hilton Garden Inn 2821 E. Harmony Road, Fort Collins 970-225-2900 The southeast Fort Collins hotel is offering a special brunch buffet menu between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Prime rib, beet cured salmon and prosciutto-stuffed chicken are the main entree options. The meal is $23.95 per person and $10.95 for children 12 and under. Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar 123 N. College Ave., Fort Collins 970-682-2275 This Old Town seafood spot is opening early at 10 a.m. and serving a special brunch menu. The menu includes a crab cake Benedict, clam strip Banh Mi sandwich and an open-face lobster sandwich among special entree items. There’s also a special kids menu. The main entree brunch items range from $9 to $25. Locality Kitchen & Bar 2350 E. Harmony Road, Fort Collins 970-568-8351 This farm-to-fork restaurant is offering a special four-course meal. Diners pick from a list of options for each course. Nutella-stuffed French toast, quiona hash, braised pork belly hash burrito, smoked salmon eggs Benedict, vegetable frittata, green chili hazel dell mushroom eggs Benedict, fried chicken sandwich, couscous risotto, ramen bowl and salad options are the main course. The meal is $29.50 per person and $14.50 for children younger than 12. Martini’s Bistro 543 Terry St. Longmont, CO 80501 April 16th, 2017 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Call (303)651-2772 for reservations Adults $35.00 per person Kids 0-3 years old are free Kids 4-8 $11.00 per person Their decadent menu can be found here: https://www.martinisbistro.com/easter-brunch  Melting Pot 334 E. Mountain Ave., Fort Collins (970) 207-0100 This Old Town spot is offering endless fondue as an Easter special starting at 11 a.m. The meal includes four courses with filet mignon, teriyaki sirloin, shrimp, Memphis-style pork tenderloin and pasta among the main entree. The meal is $42.95 per person and $12.95 for kids 5-11. The Moot House 2626 S. College Ave., Fort Collins 970-226-2121 This storied Midtown Fort Collins restaurant is hosting a brunch buffet starting at 9 a.m. It will feature a carving station with cured ham, roast beef and salmon, along with other brunch classics and a variety of desserts. The buffet is $34.95 per person, $12.95 for children 6-12 and free for children 5 and younger. Music City Hot Chicken 111 W. Prospect Road, Fort Collins 970-286-2309 The Nashville-influenced restaurant is offering a special Easter brunch menu starting at 10 a.m. A Monte Cristo baked in a waffle iron and crispy chicken biscuit sandwich are offered along with an a la carte menu of breakfast basics. The sandwiches are $5.50 each. The restaurant is also offering bottomless mimosas for $9. Easter Block Party at New Freedom Outreach Center 250 Mountain Ave, Berthoud, CO 80513 Sunday 16 April 2017 9:00 AM-1:00pm Let's Celebrate Easter! Our parking lot will be turned into a huge party complete with a DJ, pancake breakfast, Hot Diggity Dog lunch, games, bounce house, cotton candy, church service, worship, puppet show, face painting, and more! Rare Italian 101 S. College Ave., Fort Collins 970-294-4544 This nontraditional Italian restaurant is offering a special Easter brunch menu starting at 10 a.m. There's a number of egg dishes, including pancetta, creamed spinach and smoked salmon eggs Benedict dishes. There's also items with the restaurant's trademark dry-aged beef. The menu items range from $7 to $18. Rodizio Grill 200 Jefferson St., Fort Collins (970) 482-3103 This Brazilian-themed gourmet buffet is offering unlimited salad bar and carved meats starting at 10 a.m. The morning session includes different breakfast items. The meal is $38.99 per person or $28.99 just for the gourmet salad bar. It's $14.99 for kids ages 7-11 and $9.99 for kids 3-6. Sonny Lubick's Steakhouse 115 S College Ave, Fort Collins (970) 484-9200 The steakhouse named after the legendary Colorado State University football coach is serving a special brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The buffet includes breakfast dishes, prime rib, smoked ham, lamb, and seafood among many other options. The meal is $34.95 per person, $29.95 for seniors 65 and over, and $12.95 for kids 10 and under. Stanley Hotel 333 Wonderview Avenue Estes Park, CO 80517 The Easter brunch will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It includes an omelet station, fresh seafood bar, griddle station, carving table, hot buffet, and dessert bar. Reservations can be made by calling 970-577-4001. The cost for the event is $68 for adults and $26 per child (12-under). All tickets include the Easter egg hunt and brunch. Sylvandale Guest Ranch Easter Brunch Celebration 2939 N Co Rd 31D, Loveland, CO 80538 SOLD OUT! Join us for Easter Brunch on Sunday, April 16, 2017, where you will be pleased to find traditional fare filling the holiday buffet overflowing with fresh home baked breads and rolls, crisp greens, fresh fruit, and colorful vegetables. Save room for tasty homemade desserts!  Easter Brunch at Water Valley 1625 Pelican Lakes Pt, Ste 201 Windsor, Colorado April 16 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm We will serve a brunch for Easter in The Grillhouse at Pelican Lakes. Please make reservations by calling 970-674-1100. YMCA of the Rockies Easter Brunch 2017 2515 Tunnel Rd, Estes Park, CO 80511 April 16 @ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Join us as we celebrate Easter 2017 with a traditional Easter brunch! Let us do the cooking while you enjoy time with your loved ones. This spectacular brunch is hosted on Sunday, April 16th, 2017 from 11am – 2pm in the Assembly Hall. Reservations are now open for seating times. Brunch prices are as follows: Adults: $35.00 Children (aged 6 – 12) $15.00 Children (under 5) Free For reservations, please call 586-3341 x1378 and respond with the following: First and last name, your phone number or email, and what time you would like to make a reservation. You may also email HDennerline@ymcarockies.org with the same information.  Contact My Big Day Have Fun. Be Young. Let us know how we can help. Original Ideas, superior strategies, your own private party planner. My Big Day llc Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us Located in Loveland, CO As event planners, we serve the entire Front Range; Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken Our Events have been featured in the following:   When the holidays draw near, do you feel the need to reach for a beer? The relatives are in town, and you are putting in your time with the family... Well, spike that egg nog, Sparky, grab your favorite glass moose mug, and play My Big Day's "Christmas Vacation Drinking Game!" What you will need for this game: beer, eggnog, wine, or your drink of choice, a santa hat & a single shot of your choice (perhaps a lime jello shot topped with cat food).
For more holiday ideas, visit My Big Day's Pinterest page CLICK HERE or Hire us to host your holiday party! My Big Day www.MyBigDayCompany.com 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 EMAIL US Event Planners Serving: Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Windsor, Estes Park, Longmont, Greeley  We've noticed that our followers really appreciate game ideas... especially drinking game ideas. Since our "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Drinking Game" post is so popular, we decided to add on "A Christmas Story Drinking Game" for those of you looking to add some variety to your regular holiday program viewing!  A Christmas Story Drinking GameRules: Party safe, try to place with drinks that don't have super high alcohol content! (You will be drinking a lot this game!) To pad your stomach prior to playing, kudos to the host for providing some "Meatloaf, smeatloaf, double-beatloaf." Drink every time:
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Original Ideas, superior strategies, your own private party planner... My Big Day llc Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us Located in Loveland, CO As event planners, we serve the entire front range; Northern Colorado, Southern Wyoming and mountain venues. by Randi Juric  Ladies My Big Day is proud to share the hottest and trendiest new bachelorette party! The custom is to go out on the town for the famed Last Night Single. As we are all well aware there are a few obstacles to a night out on the town with the ladies. It can be tough getting everyone together for a night out. Finding a D&D or paying for a taxi, unfortunate mistakes. "Stay in" bachelorette parties are becoming more popular for these reasons. Trending is the best drinking game we have laid out for you below. Stay in, get a baby sitter, and have the best night in EVER! All your ladies can meet in one place, stay the night so there aren’t any unsafe drivers and not have a care in the world about rude people out an about. The best perk is the drinks are way cheaper! The True American Drinking Game is a blast to play at any party. For a bachelorette party you can stick to the questions meant for the game or have you all ask questions, quote or find the common link all based off you and your guests! Having an event planner or just your gals planning your last night single, this is one of the hottest and fun games trending for your night to remember. My Big Day is happy to help you plan your party!  True American Drinking Game In Summary Players take turns trying to win moves in order to navigate the tables, chairs, and cushions which are your only escape from the molten lava floor. At the center of the game is a castle made of a bottle of alcohol and many beers. As players traverse the game area, they remove beers and drink them. Once all of the beers have been removed, the first player to reach the bottle of alcohol, finish their beer, and take a swig from bottle, wins the game. The Castle The Castle is made up of one bottle of liquor and many cans of beer (you decide how many based on the number of players). The liquor is the King and sits in the middle of the Castle. The cans of beer are the Pawns and the Soldiers of the Secret Order. The Pawns are lined up in four lines radiating outward from the King. These lines of Pawns also signify the barriers between each zone. The game ends when all of the Pawns have been removed and a player drinks from the King. The Zones There are four zones, each with five spaces where a player can stand. The center space in each zone is the only space where the Pawns can be taken and thus it is the closest space to the Castle. There are a total of four of these spaces. The spaces at the beginning and end of the zones are the farthest away from the Castle. Setup Before the game starts, determine how many beers total should be consumed and setup the Castle with those beers as the Pawns. Using the lines of Pawns as barriers between the zones; designate each zone, making sure to have 5 spaces in each zone as described above. Teams are optional. Starting the Game After setup is complete, players may have a shotgun contest to determine who has the first turn. If no player wisher to shotgun a beer, play rock-paper-scissors instead. To start the game, the winner of this contest yells "One, two three, JFK!" at which point all other players yell "FDR", grab a Pawn from the Castle, and retreat to any space. Gameplay Players move around the game area in a clockwise direction. The player whose turn it is always moves one space; however, the other players must "win" their moves. This player has three ways to provide the other players with a way to win their move.
Players must always have a beer in their hand and may not have more than three at any one time. Players may only take a Pawn from the Castle when they are in one of the four center spaces. Winning After all Pawns have been removed, the King is vulnerable. The first player to land on one of the center spaces, finish their beer and take a swig from the King, wins the game! Losing If you are caught without a beer or with only an empty beer, you lose. If you step in molten lava, you lose. To enter back into the game, drink one full beer and start on a space that the other players decide.  If you are looking for party help - look no further than My Big Day!
Event Experts with a Focus on FUN! My Big Day llc Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us Located in Loveland, CO As event planners, we serve the entire front range; Northern Colorado, Southern Wyoming and mountain venues.
March 10, 2015 -Fort Collins, Colo – Three specialty craft companies in Old Town Fort Collins have partnered together for a fundraiser to support The Rett Clinic in Children’s Hospital. Join us Tuesday, April 7th at 6pm in Old Town Fort Collins for a fantastic foodie experience! Blue Skies Winery, CopperMuse Distillery and Pateros Creek Brewing Co. have partnered together to host a tasting tour "progressive". Guests of our tour will start at one of the 3 stops, and then hop from each tasty stop to another. At each stop guests will be presented with delectable pairings of tapas from the infamous ‘Chef Cam’ along with choice beers, wines, or spirits from each host. Tickets are only $60 per person, and proceeds go directly to The Rett Clinic to support their amazing work. Tickets can be purchased on the event website: http://www.BlueSkiesForRett.com The Rett Clinic serves families affected by Rett Syndrome. Rett Syndrome (RTT) is a debilitating neurological disorder diagnosed almost exclusively in females. RTT has been thought to affect 1 in 10,000 females. It is now believed, however, that the prevalence rate of RTT may be much higher. Rett leaves its victims profoundly disabled and completely dependent on others for every basic need that requires 24 hour a day care. The Rocky Mountain Rett Clinic is one of only 18 clinics in all of America that serve families who are dealing with this baffling disorder. The clinic is mostly funded by donations. Limited funding and resources only allow the clinic to be available 6 times per year. As such, there is a long waiting list for families to get in. Profits from this fundraiser go directly to the clinic. 
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970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 EMAIL US
We serve the entire Front Range; Denver, Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken
970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 EMAIL US
We serve the entire Front Range; Denver, Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken
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