Fun Things to Do in Parker Co Archives

April 2, 2013

Stonegate Village Annual Neighborhood Garage Sale 2013

The annual Stonegate garage sale is here for 2013. Here is a link to the 2014 Stonegate Neighborhood Garage Sale June 7th and 8th. Day 1 usually starts around 8:00 am and runs until around 5:00 pm. Day 2 usually runs from around 9:00 am until 3:00 pm. Stonegate is 3 miles east if the Lincoln […]

March 4, 2013

Buying a home in Douglas County

I’m not kidding when I say “It’s been great to relocate to Douglas County, CO.” My wife and I moved to Castle Pines North in November 2012 after buying a ranch home there, just south of the Denver metro’s southern edge. We relocated from Kansas City to be near our daughter and grandchildren, and, to be […]

February 20, 2013

The Solheim Cup 2013 in Parker Colorado

The Colorado Golf Club and Parker , Colorado host the 2013 Solheim Cup in 2013. The dates are August 13th to 18th, 2013. If you are interented in participating as a special sponsor I suggest you read below and attend the Town Hall meeting March 1st. The town of Parker, CO and The Colorado Golf Club expect […]

November 23, 2012

Christmas Tree Lighting Festival in Parker Colorado Tonight

The annual Parker, Colorado Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting Festival November 23, 2012. Located at O’Brien Park in the center of the town of Parker, Colorado. Official start time is 5:00 PM Tree lighting at 6:00 PM Carriage rides start at 4:00 and run until about 7:00 PM Tonight the temp is supposed to be chilly so […]

September 17, 2012

Hiking in Colorado with Kids

The Crags is an ideal hike to do with kids in Colorado. Hiking the Crags should be tops on your list when looking for fun things to do in Colorado. We have hiked the Crags several times and this past weekend we hiked it with five children ranging in age from 4 years old to 10 years old. […]

September 11, 2012

New and Updated Real Estate Blog Coming Soon!

Yep it true. The Real Estate Yak is getting a total remodel and new design. Within the next few weeks when you stop in for a visit this site will be totally different looking. We will keep a few of the design themes so you won’t feel like you are house hunting on some other site […]

May 7, 2012

Cabela’s is Coming to Lone Tree, Colorado

Yes it’s true! We have scored a big deal here in Douglas County Colorado. Cabela’s is coming to Lone Tree and the RidgeGate development near the Sky Ridge Hospital. The new Cabela’s store will be located at the I-25 and RidgeGate exit. With over 100,000 square feet of outdoor gear who isn’t going to be thrilled. […]

April 12, 2012

Stonegate Village Garage Sale

The annual Stonegate Village neighborhood garage sale is here for 2012. Originally posted here. Dates: June 1st and 2nd, 2012. Please drive slowly through Stonegate as there are many kids out of school and trying to enjoy the fun. Directions; From I-25 and Lincoln Ave in Douglas County Colorado. Take the Lincoln Ave exit and head […]

March 13, 2012

Parker Days Summer Carnival 2012

Parker Days Summer Festival is coming June 8-10th. There is a sneak peak event on June 7th. Parker families have come to love the Parker Days Summer Festival. Over the past two years they have expanded and changed the areas where the festival is held but the main area is generally the same. Right in Downtown […]

March 13, 2012

Elizabeth Stampede Is The Best Small Town Rodeo

Elizabeth Stampede — June 1, 2 & 3, 2012 Tickets are now on SALE for the Elizabeth Stampede and if you buy before May 8th you get $2 off normal prices so buy you tickets early. Well if you are looking for fun things to do you should consider heading out to the Elizabeth Stampede in early June. […]

March 6, 2012

Find Adult Fun at Vines Wine Bar in Parker

Looking for fun things to do in Parker, Colorado? Their slogan says it all. “Vines Wine Bar – The Hip, Urban Bar in the Burbs!” Last weekend my wife and another couple went out for dinner to Linger overlooking downtown Denver. (I highly recommend Linger as a great restaurant in Denver.) After dinner and some ice cream, in chilly […]

March 6, 2012

Parker, Colorado is Home to the Top Youth Wrestling Program

The Parker Sons of Thunder builds champions. Youth Wrestling in Parker, Colorado. The Parker Sons of Thunder now has an Elite School for Wrestling Called the Universal Training Center which wrestles under the name Sons of Thunder Academy. SOT Academy. Do you live among Champions? If you live in Parker, Colorado there is a good chance […]

March 2, 2012

Fun in Parker, CO Movie and a Martini

Parents looking for a fun night out might want to hit a Movie and a Martini at the Wildlife Experience here in Parker. March 8th is actually Whiskey and a Western night “True Grit” the 2010 movie will be playing. April 26th will be Rocky – “Yo Adrienne” night. Tickets include two martinis, appetizers, access to […]

January 24, 2012

Steve’s Favorite Restaurants Around Denver

In no particular order I will throw down a few of my favorite restaurants around Denver. I’m no food critic or a food snob. Well, maybe a food snob. We all look for fun things to do with our wives , family and friends so why not support the economy and go out to eat. I […]

January 20, 2012

Hess Road to I-25 to Open January 24, 2012

Hess Road to I-25 in Parker Opening January 24, 2012. Finally! The day has come that Hess Road or “Stress Road” as Parker residents call it will open to traffic. After a few months delay yes it will really happen. The planned opening is January 24th around 11AM. There will be a ceremony to mark the […]

January 19, 2012

Parker Arts Culture & Events

Looking for a meeting spot in Parker, CO to have a business meeting or social function? Bet you thought the new PACE Center or [Parker Arts, Culture & Events Center] was just for watching a play, outdoor concert, ballet or school recital? No, No, No it’s so much more. Parker has been in need of easy cost […]