While in-person opportunities are slowly beginning to open up, family fun leaders in the area have elevated their online event game. Find a little something for everyone including some shopping, scientific exploration, and arts this month.
March 4 through 7, Broomfield/Brighton; March 25 through 28, Aurora
Shop for everything you need for your kiddos, from birth through teens. Check out clothes, toys, shoes, gear, and sports equipment. Walk-ins are welcome, but the number of shoppers at one time is limited to promote social distancing, which may result in a wait. Find free tickets online, $2 passes at the door. Adams County Fairgrounds, Broomfield; Arapahoe County Fairgrounds, Aurora.
Connecting from Afar: Celebrating Women
March 13, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Connect with loved ones on this virtual adventure with artwork, games, and creativity. Join the Clyfford Still Museum on Zoom for this month’s activities based on a theme celebrating women. Ages 4-8 and family. Registration required. Free. Online.
Cultural Concerts on Colfax: Seven Falls Dancers Denver March Pow Wow
March 17, 1 p.m. livestream; March 19 recorded release
Tune in to the Aurora Fox Theater’s virtual stage to see this lively exhibition of Eagle and Hoop dancing by local family troupe Seven Falls Dancers. Free. Online.
March 20, 2 to 3 p.m.; March 30, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Find out what you can do with hard-boiled eggs, applesauce, and a flying clipboard at the Virtual Science Show. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Free. Online.
March 26, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Abigail Harrison (Astronaut Abby) will talk about her career as an aspiring astronaut, the co-founder of the nonprofit organization The Mars Generation, and her new book Dream Big! How to Reach for Your Stars. After the 30-minute presentation, there will be a 30-minute Q&A session. For tweens, teens and adults. Free. Online.
