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40,000 Square Feet of Indoor Fun!   Alley Cats offers 24 Bowling Lanes with state of the art Sound and Light systems. A Two Story 5,000 square foot Laser Tag Arena. Giant Arcade with ALL the latest video and redemption games. A 25 foot Rock Climbing Wall, Billiards, Full Service Snack Bar, and more. Be sure to ask about our Birthday Party Packages. Alley Cats is open 7 days a week. Check our website for hours of operation. (less) ... (more)

Two-time winner of IAAPA's Family Entertainment Center of the Year!   America's Incredible Pizza Company is a family entertainment venue where nothing tops the food but the fun! We have a full buffet including pizza, pasta, salad, potato, and so much more. Each buffet includes your drink and dessert! Everything is prepared fresh daily. Great place to bring your group, celebration event, birthday, or corporate outing! (less) ... (more)

Relax. Refresh. Reconnect.   Aspen Square is a condominium hotel located just across the street from the Aspen Mountain gondola in Downtown Aspen. Aspen Square is convenient to all the outstanding restaurants, unique shops, art galleries and fun of Aspen " year round. The property offers the convenience and space of condominium lodging with full hotel-style services. Facilities include a lobby and full front desk services, Concierge, pool and hot tub, fitness center and free parking. Free high-speed Internet connections are available in each condominium, and all units are fully air-conditioned. Accommodations feature Fireplace Studio Suite and large condominiums, all with a full kitchen, wood-burning fireplace, comfortable living room seating area and a variety of bedding arrangements. All condominiums have stereos and DVD/VHS players. Daily housekeeping is provided, of course. Aspen Square is the Hospitality Place in downtown Aspen, with comfortable condominiums and full hotel-style service. With friendly people and friendly prices, Aspen Square is the place to stay! (less) ... (more)

Christian Summer Camp and Retreat Center   Cho-Yeh is a Christian recreation camp for children ages 6-16. We offer one and two week sessions. With an outstanding college staff, Cho-Yeh provides a safe, fun environment for campers to grow in their faith while building relationships with others. Some of our activities include paintball, mountain biking, horseback riding, wakeboarding, archery, riflery, rock climbing, swimming, blobbing, diving, snorkeling, banana boating, high ropes, arts & crafts, pedal karts, volleyball, soccer, dance, and cheerleading. (less) ... (more)

   City-slickers looking for an off-the-beaten-path Colorado getaway with all the frills of a major resort should head to Crested Butte, a historic town tucked away in the Colorado Rockies Elk Mountain Range. With its affordable accommodations, gourmet restaurants, cozy pubs, and eclectic shops, Crested Butte attracts a devoted legion of repeat visitors year-round! Crested Butte Lodging & Property Management Inc. offers the largest selection of lodging in Mt. Crested Butte. Choose from studio condominiums to 4 bedroom homes in prime locations including ski-in/ski-out or walking distance to the slopes. At Crested Butte Lodging & Property Management, we understand the quality of lodging can make or break your vacation. We have carefully evaluated and inspected each property and have categorized our accommodations to further help you make your lodging selection. We want you to come to Crested Butte, Colorado to relax and have fun - not hassle with your accommodations. We promise a vacation you'll never forget! (less) ... (more)

Early Childhood Education: Childcare Beyond Daycare   The Goddard School encourages a child's lifelong love of learning. Whether gently holding an infant, encouraging toddlers to share or providing preschoolers with enriching activities, caring teachers support the healthy development of children from six-weeks to six-years-old, year round. Developmental Guidelines form the basis of unique lesson plans that are brought to life in fun and imaginative ways in learning centers including music, dramatic play, creative art, science, computers, blocks and puzzles. Daily Activity Reports, a corporate Quality Assurance program and accredited continuing education for teachers are just a few of the reasons Goddard is setting the standard in childcare. (less) ... (more)

Early Childhood Education: Childcare Beyond Daycare   The Goddard School encourages a child's lifelong love of learning. Whether gently holding an infant, encouraging toddlers to share or providing preschoolers with enriching activities, caring teachers support the healthy development of children from six-weeks to six-years-old, year round. Developmental Guidelines form the basis of unique lesson plans that are brought to life in fun and imaginative ways in learning centers including music, dramatic play, creative art, science, computers, blocks and puzzles. Daily Activity Reports, a corporate Quality Assurance program and accredited continuing education for teachers are just a few of the reasons Goddard is setting the standard in childcare. (less) ... (more)

Early Childhood Education: Childcare Beyond Daycare   The Goddard School encourages a child's lifelong love of learning. Whether gently holding an infant, encouraging toddlers to share or providing preschoolers with enriching activities, caring teachers support the healthy development of children from six-weeks to six-years-old, year round. Developmental Guidelines form the basis of unique lesson plans that are brought to life in fun and imaginative ways in learning centers including music, dramatic play, creative art, science, computers, blocks and puzzles. Daily Activity Reports, a corporate Quality Assurance program and accredited continuing education for teachers are just a few of the reasons Goddard is setting the standard in childcare. (less) ... (more)

Early Childhood Education: Childcare Beyond Daycare   The Goddard School encourages a child's lifelong love of learning. Whether gently holding an infant, encouraging toddlers to share or providing preschoolers with enriching activities, caring teachers support the healthy development of children from six-weeks to six-years-old, year round. Developmental Guidelines form the basis of unique lesson plans that are brought to life in fun and imaginative ways in learning centers including music, dramatic play, creative art, science, computers, blocks and puzzles. Daily Activity Reports, a corporate Quality Assurance program and accredited continuing education for teachers are just a few of the reasons Goddard is setting the standard in childcare. (less) ... (more)

Official Site of Gunnison-Crested Butte   Winter graces Gunnison-Crested Butte with snow covered Victorian and Western downtown storefronts. These towns are right out of a history book! Friendly locals in authentic 1880s Rocky Mountain towns share their own brand of western hospitality. Ever evolving, Crested Butte Mountain Resort offers up some of Colorados best snow, best grooming and best steeps and, was just voted by readers to SKI Magazines top 20 ski towns. Winter also brings Nordic skiing on over 55 kilometers of groomed trails, an abundance of groomed snowmobile trails and endless powder fields perfect for boondocking! Snowshoeing, ice skating and dogsledding are also favorite past times in the winter. (less) ... (more)

Naturally Wild   Recognized by Parents magazine as one of the Ten Best Zoos for Kids, the Houston Zoo is an exciting live animal adventure that provides a unique educational and conservation resource serving 1.7 million guests annually. Set in a 55-acre lush tropical landscape, the Zoo is home to more than 4,500 exotic animals representing more than 800 species. Operated by the not-for-profit Houston Zoo, Inc., the Houston Zoo is located at 6200 Golf Course Drive in beautiful Hermann Park. The Zoo is open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. during Central Standard Time (last admission at 5 p.m.) and from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. during Central Daylight Time (last admission at 6 p.m.). The Zoo is closed Christmas Day. Regular admission is $11 for adults, $6 for seniors, $7 for children ages 2-11 and FREE for children under 2. Visit the courtesy booth at your neighborhood Fiesta Mart and purchase an adult Zoo admission for $9 and a child Zoo admission for $6. Zoo memberships start at only $55. (less) ... (more)

Exhibits, Imax, Children's Museum and more!   The Museum of Nature & Science is the result of a 2006 merging, unlike any in the nation, of three cultural institutions " the Dallas Museum of Natural History (est. 1936), The Science Place (est. 1946) and the Dallas Childrens Museum (est. 1995). The combination of the Dallas Museum of Natural History and the Science Place was completed in June of 2006. The Childrens Museum combination was completed the following October. These combinations have resulted in an exciting family destination, which is able to better serve the community and steward its investment in the institution. The Museums mission is to inspire minds through nature and science! (less) ... (more)

Family Water Park   NRH2O Family Water Park, located in North Richland Hills, Texas, was established in 1995 as the first municipally owned water park in Texas. Entering its sixteenth year of operation, the park has become a popular attraction in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. This 17- acre water park includes 22 waterslides, the world's largest uphill watercoaster, the area's largest interactive water playground, a children's area, wave pool, endless river, and a "tween" area featuring a "lagoon" style pool, tech deck, and sand volleyball court. NRH2O is known in the Metroplex for its safe, friendly, clean environment and reasonable prices. NRH2O also offers free tubes, free parking, and coolers are welcome at no additional charge. (less) ... (more)

Where Fun, Thinking & Learning comes to Life   Summer Camps for children of all ages, great fun, many locations to choose from. - Robot / Science / Engineering / Day Camp / Challenges - Camps Girls and Boys - Aged 7 to 17 - ROBOT Kits for Science Fairs and Gifts. - Robot Camps offered during June, July and August - Hands on Learning, First Time Beginners to Intermediate - Daily Robotic challenges including Dynamic Art (less) ... (more)

Dallas' Most Complete Group Picnic Location   Sandy Lake Amusement Park is a traditional park offering "Family Fun at Family Prices." 19 amusement rides, live shetland ponies, miniature train, paddle boats, miniature golf, swimming, arcade along with great food and extensive picnic grounds make the park a big hit for all ages. Sandy Lake park is celebrating 40 years of family owned operation. The park hosts birthday parties, corporate picnics, youth and church outings as well as individual families. A clean, safe and fun variety of entertainment is on hand, conveniently located and all at reasonable prices. (less) ... (more)

   For more than 100 years, the State Fair of Texas has been a major source of entertainment for millions, as well as a powerful factor in the growth of Dallas. Step right up! Come one, come all to the State Fair of Texas where Schepps Dairy hosts a new attraction for children, Mother Goose Storytime, in addition to its beloved Backyard Circus.

A Multi-Sensory Learning Experience!   The Kent Cummins Magic Camp is a fully-inclusive non-profit day camp which uses the fascination and fun of magic, juggling, and puppets to build self-confidence and raise self-esteem in school-age children in Central Texas. Founded in Austin in 1993, the Magic Camp has never turned down any child who wanted to attend.

Crested Butte Vacation Rentals   Located at the ski area in the town of Mt. Crested Butte, two miles from the historic mining town of Crested Butte, the friendly tradition of the Nordic Inn has been ongoing since the beginning of skiing in Crested Butte. We are a small hotel (27 rooms), an easy 5 minute walk to the lifts, youll find the Inn is your best bet for convenience and personalized service on the Mountain! The Nordic Inn will truly feel like your home away from home (except that you wont have to do the dishes). We do also have available a few kitchenette units and two houses. Please call for details. Start each morning in our breakfast room with a generous continental breakfast that will keep you playing well into the lunch hour. And after a day of playing hard, our guests are welcome to enjoy a roaring fire, play games or just take advantage of the beautiful views of Mt. Crested Butte. Youll feel right at home in our comfortable lobby featuring a large Norwegian fireplace, games, puzzles and library. WINTER in Crested Butte is filled with fun! Not only are we the home of some of the best downhill skiing and snowboarding in the United States, we cant be beat for Nordic Skiing, Ice Skating, Sleigh Rides, Snowmobiling, and Snowshoeing! And after a great day of playing hard youll have the chore of deciding which of our fine dining establishments to visit. Weve got something for every craving! SUMMER and FALL in Crested Butte are an explosion of color and excitement! Festivals include the Wildflower Festival, Chamber Music Festival, The Reel Fest Film Festival, Festival of the Arts and Fat Tire Bike Week. If thats not enough, try rafting, jeeping, or taking a scenic lift ride to the top of Mt. Crested Butte. Or just relax and enjoy the view from our outdoor hot tub! (less) ... (more)

Paseo del Rio Association   The Paseo del Rio Association is a non-profit organization founded in 1968 to promote and support the San Antonio River Walk, the number one tourist attraction in Texas. The association accomplishes this through the production of special events along the River Walk throughout the year and through the publication of Rio Magazine, a monthly visitor magazine distributed to 35,000 each month. (less) ... (more)

9,000 Feet Above the Ordinary   Winter Park Lodging and vacation rentals by Vacations Inc - a Colorado Rocky Mountain vacation tradition for over 35 years. Our resort accommodations include some of the most requested properties in Winter Park - condos, town homes and private homes - to make your vacation a comfortable and relaxing experience. We specialize in planning Rocky Mountain vacations; Colorado vacation packages and specials ensure your getaway meets your needs and matches your budget. Whether you are planning a group trip, family getaway or individual weekend escape in summertime, or coming to ski or ride the Rockies in winter - we are ready to help you find the Winter Park accommodation that's right for you. Depending on location, our condominium and town home amenities include clubhouses with indoor and outdoor swimming pools & hot tubs, plus saunas, steam rooms and workout facilities. Many of our vacation homes have the added luxury of private indoor or outdoor hot tubs. Let our friendly and experienced reservation team assist you with the details of your mountain vacations. Colorado summer trips may include golfing, music festivals, biking, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, rodeos, and ballooning. These, and an array of fun activities at the Winter Park Ski Area and nearby Rocky Mountain National Park, will ensure your Rocky Mountain getaway is an unforgettable experience. (less) ... (more)

The Wiggles Wiggly Circus On Tour   The Fab Four from down under are back with this year's most anticipated family event. It's the smell of "Hot Poppin' Popcorn"! It's the excitement of a "A Big Big Show"! It's The Wiggles "Wiggly Circus Live!" Tour. Join The Wiggles, Captain Feathersword, Dorothy the Dinosaur, Henry the Octopus, Wags the Dog and all the Wiggly Dancers as they bring all the excitement of the big top with a wiggly twist right to your hometown! (less) ... (more)

Computer and Technology Camp   Find your SPACE to WONDER this Summer! Design a computer game or build a computer; make a robot or develop a webpage; direct and edit your own video or animate graphics! Campers can do all of that and more during our weekly Summer day camps located in Dallas, Houston, Austin and Washington DC . Our project-based curricula, designed by Rice University graduates instill technology principles as well as problem solving and critical thinking skills in a FUN environment. Campers get immediate hands-on experience from highly trained technology industry staff and counselors. Small groups of 1 counselor per 6 campers ensure plenty of 1-to-1 time so that every camper has a customized Summer experience. Our courses give campers the tools to explore their tech side while reaching their creative potential. Enroll today and spend your Summer learning new technology skills while having a blast! WS welcomes all experience levels and all ages 7-17. (less) ... (more)