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MBD's team member, Sarah Biekert, did some research for our client The Family Center/La Familia and is bringing you this list of 13 Halloween events for children in Northern Colorado - October 2022.  Opening of Día de los Muertos at Global Village Museum Cost: $5 for adults; $3 for students and seniors 200 West Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins (970) 221-4600, admin@globalvillagemuseum.org Dates: October 7 – November 19 "Día de los Muertos" opens Friday, Oct. 7, at the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures with free admission from 5-8 pm as part of First Friday Art Walk. Creepy Walk in the Woods at Savage Farms Cost: $30 per person or $25 with coupon 1750 Savage Road, Loveland info@creepywalk.com Dates: October 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 and 29 at 6 p.m. What's that sound? It's your heartbeat! Something is just behind that bush. A spooky time for all kids 12 and up – ok to come depending on their scare level. Kids 11 and under are not welcome and no refunds will be given. Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt - Loveland’s New Fall Tradition Cost: Free All over downtown Loveland and Centerera Dates: October 15 - 31 Artistic scarecrows are waiting for you across the city – from downtown and Centerra to fun places in between. These aren’t your typical scarecrows – each has been meticulously designed by local artists and businesses to show off Loveland’s thriving art community. The hunt is free and open to everyone. Players who complete the hunt will win a prize and be eligible for grand prizes. Must download the free, official Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt app - EVENTZEE to participate.  Pumpkins on Parade at Gardens on Spring Creek Cost: Children 4 and under FREE; Children 5-11 $5; Adults and children 12+ $10 2145 Centre Avenue, Fort Collins (970) 416-2486, gardens@fcgov.com Dates: October 20-23, nightly from 6-9 p.m. The third annual Pumpkins on Parade is a fun-for-all-ages celebration of Halloween and the harvest, featuring hundreds of pumpkins and gourds arranged across The Gardens in artistic displays and festive activities for the whole family! Costumes are encouraged! This event is candy-free. Loveland Downtown Pumpkin Festival Cost: FREE; pumpkin decorating $12 Dates: October 22, 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. The Foundry Plaza 246 North Cleveland Avenue, Loveland (970) 699-2856, info@lovelandpartnership.org We’ll feature local farmers market pumpkins, Loveland artists, Pumpkin Sculptures, food vendors and more! Shop farmers market stands and vendor booths throughout The Foundry Plaza and enjoy some time downtown in the crisp fall air! Candy Crawl at Fort Collins Marketplace Cost: FREE Dates: October 23 from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. Fort Collins Marketplace College Avenue and Horsetooth Road, Fort Collins (720) 438-2500 The Candy Crawl at Fort Collins Marketplace is back! Join us for safe trick-or-treating and other activities for the whole family! Ghost Tales Historic Rialto Tour Cost: $15 Dates: October 24 and 25 at 7:30 p.m.; October 26-28 at 9 p.m. 228 East 4th Street, Loveland (970) 962-2120, RialtoT@cityofloveland.org Come look in the dark crannies behind the scenes, learn about our collection of restless souls and experience the chill firsthand. Kids 14+; parents use your best judgment.  Creepy Cinema Classics at Rialto Theater Cost: $13 Dates: October 26 at 7 p.m. – House of Wax (1953) October 27 at 7:30 p.m. – The Blob (1958) October 28 at 7:30 p.m. – Ooze and Schmooze featuring The Blob (1958); adults only; $40 228 East 4th Street, Loveland (970) 962-2120, RialtoT@cityofloveland.org Movie nights for young and old who enjoy classic scary movies. Pumpkin Plunge Windsor Cost: $6 per child Dates: October 28 at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and 7 p.m. Community Recreation Center Indoor Pool 250 North 11th Street, Windsor (970) 674-3500 Dive into the spooky spirit at the Pumpkin Plunge! Swim through the water to find the perfect pumpkin to decorate. For ages 2-12. Children under 6 must be within arms reach of a parent. Pre-registration required and closes October 21. Space is limited!  Treatsylvania at Lee Martinez Farm Cost: $7 Dates: October 28 from 5:30-7 p.m. October 29 from 5-7 p.m. October 30 from 1-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. The Farm at Lee Martinez 600 North Sherwood Street, Fort Collins (970) 221-6665 Reservations for Treatsylvania will open at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, October 5. Children ages 10 years and under receive treat bags filled with goodies - including coupons, promotional materials, and of course, candy! Participants also enjoy a hayride, a walk through the not-so-spooky barn, and photo opportunities.  Halloween Hullabaloo – Fall River Drive Cost: FREE Centerra Marketplace 1569 Fall River Drive, Loveland (970) 962-9990 Dates: October 29 from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. (costume contest from 3-4 p.m.) Centerra is overjoyed to have the 16th Annual Halloween Hullabaloo return to the Street Festival on Fall River Drive! This FREE spooktacular street festival will feature a wide variety of complimentary hands-on and interactive activities for all ages from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy pumpkin bowling, a not-so-spooky hay maze, face painting, petting zoo, spookie selfie station, games, treats and more! Complimentary goodies and candy available courtesy of Centerra Engagement Assembly, while supplies last. In the spirit of community giving, we are asking all attendees to please bring non-perishable canned food donations to benefit Loveland’s House of Neighborly Service. Trunk or Treat at Timberline Church Cost: FREE 2908 South Timberline Road, Fort Collins (970) 482-4387 Dates: October 30 from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Fun and free for the whole family! Foster Care Awareness and variety of vendors and fun at this FREE family event! Dress up if you want or just enjoy the outdoors! Halloween Creepy Movies at Rialto Theater Cost: $7 228 East 4th Street, Loveland (970) 962-2120, RialtoT@cityofloveland.org Dates: October 31 from 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. Enjoy classic movies that put the fright in the night? “Dracula” begins at 7 p.m. and is followed by “Frankenstein” at 8:15 p.m. These movies are not rated but are fun and can be scary to littles. Use your best judgment. We invite you to take advantage of these community events and exhibits to celebrate the spooky season as a family this October! Follow The Family Center/La Familia on Pinterest, Facebook and Instagram for information about our organization, related news, and fun, educational ideas for your family.  Small Business. Big Impact.
As a connected collective of experts, My Big Day specializes in the creative touches so many marketing campaigns & events these days are lacking. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns! Allow us to WOW you and your guests! As purveyors of fun with My Big Day, we support businesses and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events and marketing strategies. Our creative aptitude allows for unique ideas. Our passion for perfection makes every client a priority! Contact MBD Marketing & Events Small Business. Big Impact. Phone: 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  We simply adore this beautiful couple. After years of love together, they finally got to say I DO in August at the YMCA in Estes Park. Thank you to all the wonderful event vendors who helped to make this magical day happen! Venue: YMCA Estes Park Band: Soul School Planners: MBD Marketing & Events Photographer: Swing Photo  Northern Colorado’s weather is cooling off, and that has us in the mood for fall-inspired cocktails ideal for a wintry wedding or a fun Friendsgiving. We wrote a blog for our friends at On the Rocks and wanted to share it here as well! Try the recipes below from two of our favorite regional partners – master alcohol deliverers Wilbur’s Total Beverage and vodka connoisseurs Spring44 Distilling.  Mulled Wine from Wilbur’s Total Beverage Fun fact: This cold-weather classic drink dates back to the Roman Empire.
1. Combine ingredients. Add wine, orange slices, cloves, cinnamon, star anise, honey, and any add-ins to a large saucepan or slow cooker. Stir to combine. 2. Stovetop: Cook the mulled wine on medium-high heat until it just barely reaches a simmer (do not boil – you do not want to cook off the alcohol). Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the wine simmer for at least 15 minutes or up to 3 hours. Slow cooker: Heat on low for about an hour until hot, and then reduce heat to warm until ready to serve. 3. Using a fine mesh strainer, remove and discard the used orange slices and spices. Give the mulled wine a taste, and stir in extra sweetener if needed. 4. Serve warm in heatproof mugs, garnish with orange rounds, cinnamon sticks, and star anise.  Spring 44’s Spiced Pear Martini A rich cocktail for a formal fall get-together, with pear, almond, and cardamom. To make, combine:
 Grand Old Fashioned by Wilbur’s Total Beverage This version of the traditional, elegant drink incorporates subtle flavors like orange oil to balance bitter and sweet flavors.
Combine aromatic bitters, Grand Marnier, and whiskey in an old fashioned glass. Add large ice cube and stir until cold and well incorporated. Garnish with orange twist, expressing oils over glass rim.  Boozy Chai from Spring44 Distilling The warm spices of chai evoke the coziness of fall: cardamom, clove, ginger, and black pepper. Booze it up with some Spring44 Vodka, add a splash of cream and you've created a sipping dessert. To make, combine:
 Apple Bees Knees Cocktail A seasonal twist on a classic gin cocktail. For the honey syrup:
For the cocktail:
1. To make syrup, place water, honey, and rosemary in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes. Cool to room temperature before using. Remaining syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week. 2. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice add in, lemon juice, apple juice, and honey syrup. Shake to combine and strain into a glass. Garnish with rosemary and apple slices. Shop local and celebrate the season at your next event or date night in with these warm, nostalgic signature cocktails. For more cocktail recipes, check out our list of eight local-inspired signature cocktails for all seasons. Let us help you brainstorm signature cocktails for your next event when you partner with MY BIG DAY or book with On the Rocks.  The MBD Marketing & Events team supports a number of non-profits across the front range who serve families and children. Knowing that Halloween is just around the corner, and COVID is still here at full strength, we are getting tons of questions around event safety. While we are event experts, we are not the CDC. We follow our county, state and government recommendations closely so that we can help our clients make educated decisions. If you are wondering what you can do to safely enjoy Fall Festivities, this blog is for you!  Summer is almost over and with the Fall season right around the corner it is not too soon to start thinking about Halloween. In 2020 our entire world was rocked by the pandemic with most of our favorite events and activities canceled or closed. So for 2021 we are wondering, will we be able to check everything off our Autumn Bucket List in a way that is safe? 1. Outdoor Gatherings are the Safest We have all been told that being outdoors is the best way to be in larger groups of people. If we can keep our distance and we are outside, we do not even need to wear masks! According to an article from USA Today, experts said “that activities such as visiting a pumpkin patch, going apple picking and other outdoor events generally pose a lower risk for you and your family.”[1] Thank goodness for the AMAZING Fall weather we have in Colorado! Tons of outdoor time is possible here. [1] https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/health/2021/09/11/halloween-hayrides-experts-explain-covid-risks/8276516002/  2. Halloween Themed Masks are Fun and Safe! Wearing a mask on or around Halloween has been a popular thing to do long before COVID entered our lives. Luckily now your fun or spooky Halloween mask. Can also help protect you and others at Halloween events and parties! Prevention.com informs us that, “Halloween costumes actually originated from the ancient Celtic tradition of dressing up to ward off wandering spirits on October 31—so this might be the only year when doctors and druids alike agree that your costume is necessary to keep you safe.”[2] [2] https://www.prevention.com/health/g33584965/halloween-face-masks-covid-coronavirus/  3. Vaccinations We' are all aware of the available vaccine. And soon it could be available for children. According to a Forbes article “Vaccines for children ages 5 to 11 could potentially come as soon as October under a “best case scenario,” Dr. Scott Gottlieb, the former Food and Drug Administration (FDA) chief who serves on Pfizer’s board.”[3] [3] https://www.forbes.com/sites/alisondurkee/2021/09/12/covid-vaccines-for-kids-could-be-approved-by-halloween-under-best-case-scenario-gottlieb-suggests/?sh=30260500378a  4. Find Alternative Ways to Stay Festive From Halloween movie marathons to decorating the house as spooky as you’d like, you can get creative with how you celebrate Fall and Halloween festivities. A fun way to celebrate with your neighbors and friends from a distance is “Boo-ing” them! Click here on more information on how to “BOO!” https://indywithkids.com/how-to-boo/[4] [4] https://indywithkids.com/how-to-boo/  5. Attend Noco’s Drive Thru Trick-or-Treat A socially distanced Halloween for families, with something for everyone. Picture a reverse parade! Kids can trick-or-treat safely from their car window. Families will slowly drive through a long series of Halloween scenes decorated by local businesses, schools and nonprofits. COVID safety measures will be in place. Last year this event sold out in just 5 minutes, so we recommend you follow the TEF FB event page to learn about ticket sale date/time. *This is a fundraiser for Thompson Education Foundation. Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/140202334926374?active_tab=about  It’s the perfect weekend to plan a trip to one of the many awesome NoCo farms and pumpkin patches in search of the great pumpkin! Here’s a list of some of the most festive spots we have found: 1. The Bartels Farm, Fort Collins. Famous for their beautiful pumpkin patch, this is one of the most popular spots on our list. With plenty of activities and attractions, there will be something for everyone in the family to enjoy! Be prepared for large crowds (they have plenty of parking - we're talking an overflow parking lot with hundreds of vehicles) - so make sure to pack your mask for safety purposes! (Their website is under construction)
Contact My Big Day Marketing & Events Small Business. Big Impact. Phone: 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 My Big Day Marketing & Events is the proud planning partner for Centerra's Halloween Hullabaloo Drive-In! Centerra’s 14th Annual Halloween Hullabaloo spooktacular event is going Open Air Style in 2020! Featuring a family-friendly drive-in with Halloween favorites at the Centerra Marketplace (in the parking lot east of Jimmy John’s and south of Marshall’s). Don’t delay and reserve your tickets, space is limited.  Each vehicle will receive one complimentary bag of freshly popped sealed popcorn, once parked – compliments of our popcorn sponsor: Railway Flats Apartments. Additional popcorn flavors can be purchased onsite (masks required). Our free community event will benefit Loveland’s House of Neighborly Service (HNS). Please note: we ask each car to make an onsite cash/check donation to HNS or contribute donated items to the food pantry. A complete list of desired food and toiletry items can be found here. Donations will be collected onsite at each movie. Tickets are now on Sale! Reserve Tickets **Please note ONE VEHICLE reservation per family. Tickets will be refunded if more than one are booked. Friday, October 30th Movie Times:
Attendees with ticket confirmations may arrive at least 30-minutes prior to show time. Cars will be socially spaced and assigned to designated parking spaces based on car type. This event is FREE to all guests with confirmed registration, while parking spots remain available. COVID Safety Guidelines Event is brought to you by: Centerra, Railway Flats Apartments, Visit Loveland, My Big Day, RythmEFX. Please support our local Marketplace Businesses and consider take-out meals for lunch and dinner while attending the outdoor movie.
This event is part of a large collaboration of Loveland entities who are passionate about giving you fun, safe activities this Fall season!  Contact My Big Day Marketing & Events Small Business. Big Impact. Phone: 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  Recently the My Big Day team had a site visit at Spruce Mountain Ranch in Larkspur, CO. The fall views were breathtaking! The property boasts a number of venue options for your Big Day. The setting offers rustic luxury-- perfect for a country, rustic, western, or mountain-themed wedding. We cannot wait for our upcoming wedding here in just 2 months! 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; Northern Colorado, Southern Wyoming and Mountain venues.
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