Keeping adults young for over 14 years, our annual NoCo Easter Keg Hunt is in the books! Thank you to all of the amazing businesses who support FUN and to our wonderful, spirited players! Thank you Jen West Photography for capturing the fun! 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 My Big Day was privileged again to be the trusted planning partner for The Family Center/ La Familia. After years of limiting guests indoors, The Family Center opened their doors with an Open House fundraiser to showcase the work they do in the community. We were proud to host over 150 guests and showcase this gem in our community! 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 By Sarah Biekert, MBD Coordinator & Punctuation Prodigy As your Northern Colorado event experts, we get countless requests for recommendations on where to host company parties, conferences, in-person meetings, seasonal events, and anniversary celebrations. We’ve rounded up 10 unique northern Colorado corporate event venues for your next conference or celebration. Company celebrations and team-building sessions can happen any time of year, regardless of the season, and boost employee morale. We love these unique venues for small groups, big crowds, intimate gatherings, large-scale demonstrations, and everything in between. FORT COLLINS VENUES Edwards House 402 W Mountain Ave. Fort Collins, CO 80521 Contact: [email protected], (970) 493-9191 The Edwards House has two indoor conference rooms and an outdoor meeting space with amenities including complimentary wi-fi, whiteboards, easels, refreshments, and more.
LOVELAND The Cleveland Room/Desk Chair 201 E 4th St. Loveland, CO 80537 Contact: [email protected], 970-462-9464 Desk Chair houses three corporate event spaces, including the Cleveland Room, Exchange, and Rooftop. The Exchange conference room seats up to 18 people, with flexible $75/hour a la carte pricing. Rental includes comprehensive A/V equipment. The Cleveland Room is a full-service rental that seats up to 140, and the Rooftop seats up to 70 for corporate functions.
While you are planning your next big event, consider asking our friends at mobile bar On The Rocks Co. about drink service for your next corporate event, complete with our very own My Big Day TIPS-certified bartenders! Read more about how On The Rocks can benefit your business here. 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 Getting young children out of the house boosts mental and physical development, encourages social skills, provides a distraction from daily stress and challenges, and is part of a healthy lifestyle. We put this together for our clients, The Family Center/La Familia - a list of free and low cost family events in northern Colorado – and at popular Denver attractions – so you can keep your young ones engaged and thriving this spring! February and Forward Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield Farms SCFD Free Days Cost: FREE 8500 Deer Creek Canyon Rd., Littleton (720) 865-4346, [email protected] Dates: February 17, March 16, April 21, June 7 Advance online registration is required. Tickets are released on the 15th of the current month for the following month. Free days include regular garden access (no ticketed special events). Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street SCFD Free Days Cost: FREE 1007 York St., Denver (720) 865-3500, [email protected] Dates: February 17, March 16, April 21, June 7 Advance online registration is required. Tickets are released on the 15th of the current month for the following month. Free days include regular garden access (no ticketed special events). Denver Museum of Nature and Science SCFD Free Days Cost: FREE 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver (303) 370-6000, [email protected] Dates: February 27 (Black Science Day), May 1 (Día del Niño), May 23 Museum capacity is currently limited during the pandemic. The museum encourages guests to check the ticketing page daily leading up to free days for the latest information and availability. Baby & Toddler Storytime at Loveland Public Library Cost: FREE Dates: Every Wednesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. and every Tuesday at 11 a.m. in February 300 N Adams Ave, Loveland (970) 962-2587, [email protected] Encourage early literacy skills with books, rhymes, music and fun! Suggested for children ages 0-3 and their caregivers. Space will be very limited, so please arrive early. Masks will be required for everyone ages 3 and up per the current Larimer County mandate. Preschool Storytime at Loveland Public Library Cost: FREE Dates: Tuesdays at 10 a.m. and Wednesdays at 11 a.m. throughout February 300 N Adams Ave, Loveland (970) 962-2587, [email protected] Enjoy books, songs and activities while building early literacy skills. Suggested for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Space will be very limited, so please arrive early. Masks will be required for everyone ages 3 and up per the current Larimer County mandate. Bilingual Storytime - Hora de los Cuentos Bilingües at Loveland Public Library Cost: FREE Dates: Every Thursday in February at 11 a.m. 300 N Adams Ave, Loveland (970) 962-2587, [email protected] Join Miss Claudeth for stories, music, fingerplays, and fun in English and Spanish! Suggested for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Hora de los Cuentos Bilingües ¡Únase a Miss Claudeth para disfrutar de cuentos, música, juegos de dedos y diversión en inglés y español! Recomendado para niños de 0 a 5 años y sus cuidadores. Family Night at Urban Air Fort Collins Cost: $49.99 includes a large cheese pizza, four water bottles, and two hours of play for a family of four Upcoming dates: February 24, March 3, March 10, March 17, and March 31 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. 4250 Corbett Dr., Fort Collins (970) 682-3374 One ultimate pass for a family of four, plus dinner. Reservations are valid for 3-5 p.m., 4-6 p.m., OR 5-7 p.m. Jumperoo! Parent/Tot Fun at Urban Air Fort Collins Cost: $9.99 per child + one FREE parent per child Upcoming dates: February 11, February 18, February 25, March 4, and March 11 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. 4250 Corbett Dr., Fort Collins (970) 682-3374 Parents and caregivers – enjoy some time with just the little ones. Tubes, playground, and trampolines available. Enjoy parent-child playtime and stay for some lunch! Reserved for children 5 and under only. Kids’ meals can be purchased for $3.99. Super Cool Kids Club Cost: FREE Upcoming dates: Every Thursday from 4-5 p.m. The Lyric Cinema 1209 N College Ave, Fort Collins (970) 426-6767, [email protected] Weekly live music, art projects, educational demos, and more. Past kids clubs have included jugglers, reptiles, dancers, chemistry experiments, pottery wheels, musical theater, and story time. The Super Cool Kids Club is based on community building – don’t worry if you’re running late, as our festivities often run until 5:30 p.m. Feel free to stay for dinner, too! Indoors during winter; masks required. STEM Program – Can We Send Trash to Space? Cost: FREE Larimer County Garbage Garage Education Center 5887 South Taft Hill Road, Fort Collins (970) 498-5775, [email protected] Dates: February 15-18, from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Grade school. Explore what might happen to trash in space. Design an air powered rocket and test it out. Registration required. Coming in March: Denver Art Museum SCFD Free Days Cost: FREE 100 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy., Denver (720) 913-0130, [email protected] Dates: March 8, April 12, April 24 Ticket reservations are encouraged. Tickets for March 8 are currently available; later dates coming soon. Children 18 years and younger are ALWAYS FREE. DIY Reusable T-Shirt Bag Workshop for Teens Cost: FREE Larimer County Garbage Garage Education Center 5887 South Taft Hill Road, Fort Collins (970) 498-5775, [email protected] Dates: March 4 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Practice reusing by turning an old t-shirt into a tote bag. We will show you how to do it yourself. It's easy! Provide your favorite used shirt or use one of ours. Registration required for adults and teens. Spring Into Song (ages 3-6) Cost: FREE Larimer County Garbage Garage Education Center 5887 South Taft Hill Road, Fort Collins (970) 498-5775, [email protected] Dates: March 9 and March 11 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Registration required. Recycling education and activity – move, learn and sing: Make an upcycled musical instrument, observe the different sounds different objects make, and go through our outdoor Recycle Hero Obstacle Course as fast as you can. Free Admission Day at Global Village Museum Cost: FREE 200 West Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins 970-221-4600, [email protected] Date: March 12, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. The Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures welcomes all visitors for free on Saturday, March 12, the 110th anniversary of the Girl Scouts. Juliette Gordon Low founded the Girl Scouts on March 12, 1912. "Girl Scouts Impact the World” is currently showing in the Museum’s Main Gallery. The exhibit highlights how Girl Scouts have made the world a better place through courage, confidence, and character. No registration required. Spring Break – Early Bird Gets the Worm Cost: FREE Larimer County Garbage Garage Education Center 5887 South Taft Hill Road, Fort Collins (970) 498-5775, [email protected] Dates: March 15-18; two sessions per day – 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1:30-2:30 p.m. Registration required! For grade school aged participants with their caregiver. What do you know about birds and worms? Learn what they have to do with garbage. Make an upcycled bird feeder. Pot a plant you can care for at home. Starting in April: Denver Zoo Free Days 2300 Steele St., Denver (720) 337-1400, [email protected] Spring dates: April 10 (Lottery runs from March 29 - April 2) To provide the best experience for all guests, the Denver Zoo is offering a limited number of tickets for each Free Day, using an online lottery system. Anyone who wants to attend a Free Day must register online during the open lottery period for a chance to obtain up to five (5) vouchers for its corresponding Free Day. We invite you to take advantage of these community events and special deals to entertain the whole family this spring – on a budget! 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 By Carrie Stadtmueller, Content Conductor Ok, now that you have said “Yes” - what’s the next step? Of course, everyone really wants to fast forward to all of the fun stuff – cake tastings, Pinterest surfing for reception decor, finding the perfect dress - but the best and smartest next step should be setting and sticking to your wedding budget. We know. This next step can be a real B. Whether you’re working with $100 or $100,000 (wow, wouldn’t that be a dream??), the general guidelines are the same. First Things First – Think about what kind of wedding you want This might be the easiest part of the whole process. Perhaps you’ve been dreaming about your wedding day since you were a little girl. But, if not - it’s time to get to work. Now is the time to have those conversations with your partner and see if you are both on the same page when it comes to the kind of wedding that you both want. There are so many different kinds of weddings out there - do you both want the same kind of wedding? Perhaps your dream wedding is traditional, but theirs is a destination elopement. Or would you prefer low key and relaxed instead of their formal and high class? This is where you need to start. Planning a wedding can put a lot of stress on a relationship. Make sure you are both on the same page before moving forward. This may mean making some compromises. Figure Out Who Will Be Contributing Once you have decided what kind of wedding you will be planning, now decide how you plan to pay for it. Will you and your partner be covering most of the cost? Or will your families be helping? Whatever the case, finding out who might be contributing to your wedding is a good first step when you’re calculating your overall budget. It’s most helpful if you can get a handle on a nice “round” number or perhaps what aspect of the event the party will be covering. For example - will the groom’s family be paying for the rehearsal dinner as is tradition? Or perhaps you have a devoted Aunt who really wants to help cover the retainer for the photographer as part of her wedding gift. These conversations can be awkward, but they will be helpful in the long run as you make large financial decisions. Crunch, Crunch, Crunch the Numbers - Including Your Number of Guests Now is where the the math comes in and where you need to get serious about figuring out how much you have to actually spend. Figure out how much you can realistically and comfortably spend. This is also the time where you will want to start making your guest list. The number of guests you intend to invite will ultimately have an effect on your budget’s bottom line. Looking at your wedding as a “per-person” expenditure will help with this process. Take this number and begin negotiations By now, you and your partner will be pros at compromising and negotiating - especially if you had differing opinions on what your “dream wedding” looked like. Use those skills to negotiate what items to prioritize when it comes to staying within your budget. Make it an exercise - each of you can pick two things that are at the top of your wedding priority list. Budget for those items. Everything else is extra until the budget is maxxed out. Savvy Brides Do Their Research There are a lot of hidden costs when it comes to weddings. Savvy brides do their research and find ways to save money. Even smarter brides realize that hiring a wedding planner can ultimately help you save money in the long run. (see this link on why you should hire a wedding planner). Wedding planners provide so much business to vendors, they are often able to negotiate discounts for their clients. They are also well versed at helping couples set budgets and are masters at sticking to them. At the end of the day….. One thing to remember - at the end of the day, the most important thing is that you will be married to the love of your life. It won’t matter if you have steak and shrimp or the most expensive dress. What matters is that you will be together. Don’t start out your new life together drawing in debt. You can still plan a beautiful and memorable wedding on a much smaller and affordable scale. There are ways to plan a champagne wedding on a beer budget - you just have to get creative. You focus on the feeling of the event, instead of the price tag. Here are some practical tips as you start planning:
Again, remember - its who you’re marrying and the memories you make together that are important, not the wedding and the money you spend. 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 By Carrie Stadtmueller, Content Conductor We are smack dab in the middle of prime Engagement Season, and Christmas is the crowning jewel - no pun intended, of dates when smitten gentlemen like to pop the question. And it’s no big surprise why – twinkly lights, decorated trees, winter wonderlands – the setting and decor is pretty much-taken care of for you. It’s practically a Hallmark Movie waiting to happen! The holidays are already a romantic time of year, it’s no wonder, many couples capitalize on the romance of it all! If you are looking into popping the question this holiday season, there are some things you may want to consider before you get down on one knee: Think about what your partner likes Is your partner a private person? If so, a proposal in front of your entire family over Christmas dinner might not be the best option – even if you both absolutely love each other’s families. If they are a more private person, perhaps a quiet walk on a snowy path in the woods? Or a horse-drawn carriage in on a crisp winter’s night under twinkle lights downtown? There are still ways to involve your families and friends after she has said yes — which leads us into the next consideration….. Check with your partner’s friends and family Are you thinking about asking your significant other to marry you during gift opening or some other party or event? You may want to let someone else know so that it isn’t a complete surprise to EVERYONE else there. They are all going to want to be a part of the big event. You’d hate to have someone miss out, and they can all serve as extra help! Weather If you’re planning an outdoor proposal, you will want to keep the weather in mind. If you live in Colorado - this is just a given - you always want to have a backup plan. We think a snowy proposal could actually be very romantic – however, a blizzard, not so much! Plan ahead Don’t assume that you’ll be able to walk into your favorite restaurant or bar for drinks. We are still living in a pandemic. Some establishments are still operating under limited capacity. So please – plan ahead! Don’t wait until the last minute to call for reservations! This time of year is always busier and typically gets booked months in advance. You may also need to enlist other vendors to help you pull off your perfect proposal – florists, event rentals, musicians – whomever you may choose to help with your Big Day – this is a very busy time of year for event professionals. PLAN, PLAN, PLAN. Don’t have your dream of a holiday proposal thwarted by poor planning. Creative Proposal Ideas My Big Day has curated an entire Pinterest Board full of creative Holiday Proposals. Follow this Board of ideas to inspire your big ask: https://www.pinterest.com/MyBigDayEvents/the-perfect-proposal/ 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 Colorado is so beautiful in the wintertime, with snowy mountains and lots of festivities! It’s the perfect time to have some fun while remaining safe with the whole family. We are bringing you our top picks for activities in Northern Colorado for winter this year! With the COVID pandemic in mind, there are lots of options for safe fun. From festive light displays to ice skating at the Promenade Shops at Centerra, there are plenty of budget-friendly activities outdoors where you can keep a safe distance while having a great time. Getting creative with fun at home activities is another way to celebrate and enjoy your time with your family while keeping warm all from the comfort of your own home. Outdoor Winter Activities in Northern Colorado 1. Downtown Fort Collin’s Santa Quest Go on a scavenger hunt around Old Town for Santa! If you find them all you can be entered for a chance to win gift cards! 2. Loveland Winter Wonderlights See the beautiful lights at Chapungu Sculpture Park this December. A romantic night out or a fun family night to see Santa and his reindeer! 3. Bundle up for a Cross Country Ski Everyone can cross country ski! In town or up in the mountains, get on some snow gear and explore a beautiful snowy day! We recommend some of the trails in Estes Park! 4. Hunt for the Loveland Holiday Gnomes Back by popular demand, get ready to hunt for Herbie (Loveland’s holiday gnome) and all of his gnome friends around Loveland! Herbie and his friends have homes at various locations throughout the city. To play, you must download EVENTZEE, a free mobile app, to find out where they are, meet each of them, and complete each of their challenges. You’ll snap photos of yourself with the gnomes and be entered into our contest through the app to be able to win one of the grand prizes below. All players who successfully complete all of the challenges on the app will win a holiday prize! Home for the Holidays-Fun Activities to do at Home 1. CP Holiday Train at Home"Canadian Music Hall-of-Famer Steven Page and The Strumbellas will lead an all-star cast of performers aboard the CP Holiday Train for the 2021 "Holiday Train at Home" concert." 2. Make a Hot Cocoa Bar for a Family Movie Night Make an ordinary family movie night extraordinary with a hot chocolate bar. Marshmallows, caramel, peppermints, cookies, you name it! Let the family have their way with their hot cocoa! 3. Make Snow/Ice Sculptures Give your snowman a mohawk! Design a winter wonderland with not just snow but ice as well! For more ideas check out our Pinterest Board https://www.pinterest.com/MyBigDayEvents/education-k-12/winter-activities/ 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 Back by popular demand (and thanks to a global pandemic), My Big Day is supporting Thompson Education Foundation and the ond of a kind event we created in 2020 to offer families a safer way to trick-or-treat! What you need to know:
Saturday, October 30, 2021 Thompson School District Admin Building 10:00am - 2:30pm $5 per vehicle 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. This is a fundraiser for Thompson Education Foundation. The event is only $5 per vehicle. Booth and Sponsor packages available. *This event will sell out quickly ***Tickets will be available on October 15th at 9am Ticket Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../nocos-greatest-drive-thru... BOOTHS AVAILABLE FOR PERFORMERS AND BUSINESSES! Hosted by: Thompson Education Foundation and My Big Day Marketing & Events MBD Marketing & Events has been proud to be supporting the No DUI Larimer initiative. Part of our marketing campaign includes education. At No DUI Larimer, we talk a lot about the safety implications of impaired driving. But there are legal implications as well. Deciding to Make the Call instead of driving impaired can save not just your life, but also time, money, and your license. Read on for an overview of Colorado’s DUI/DWAI laws and penalties.
Colorado DUI/DWAI Laws DUI/DWAI in Colorado In Colorado, you are considered to be Driving Under the Influence (DUI) with a blood or breath alcohol content of 0.08% or higher. You can still be charged with a DUI if your test result comes back below 0.08%. You will be charged with a DUI if you refuse to submit to a chemical test while showing signs of intoxication or of being under the influence of drugs, including marijuana. Although Colorado uses Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI) language during sentencing, there is no difference in the statute (law) itself. DUI laws in Colorado cover impairment due to alcohol, drugs, or any combination of the two. First Offense DUI
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Colorado’s Chargeable BAC Level In Colorado, the “legal limit” for drinking and driving is a BAC of 0.08%. It is important to note, however, that alcohol affects people differently, and a BAC of 0.05% may be enough to cause impairment. Therefore, if you show signs of driving under the influence and/or cause an accident, and your BAC is 0.05% or higher, it is a permissible inference that you drove under the influence of alcohol, and you can be charged. Providing Alcohol to a Minor In Colorado, people who “sell, serve, give away, dispose of, exchange, or deliver or permit the sale, serving, giving, or procuring of any alcohol beverage to or for any person under the age of twenty-one years” can be charged with a Class 2 misdemeanor. This conviction can include a prison sentence in a county jail of at least three months and up to one year. Fines range from $250 to $1,000. Avoid penalties and save your life – or another’s – by always Making the Call. Follow No DUI Larimer on Facebook for tips and updates from us and our partners. Grab your team tickets soon! The NoCo Easter Keg Hunt is nearly sold out! The 2:30pm heat still has a few team slots and we'd love to see YOU there! Contact MBD Marketing & Events
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