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AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real Livesaver

Ariana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When...

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Parker Recreation Center To Host Cancer Fit Open House

from:Town Of Parker

Parker Parks and Recreation partners with Cancer Fitness Institute to offer exercise programs to adult cancer survivors.  The CancerFit program is open to both those...

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Parker Teen Court Seeking Program Volunteers!

from:Town Of Parker

Have you heard about Parker's Teen Court Program? This exciting program provides teens with an opportunity to get involved in the court system and earn community service...

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Information on Town Snow Plowing Priorities

from:Town Of Parker

With the snow storm in full swing, the Town would like to remind residents of our snow plowing priority system. It is our goal to provide the best snow service possible within the...

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Recreation Facilities Closing Early

from:Town Of Parker

The Parker Recreation Center and Parker Fieldhouse will close at 4 p.m. today. The Recreation Center Pool closed at noon. As of now, all facilities will be open as regularly...

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Mainstreet Center Activities Cancelled for Friday, Feb. 3

from:Town Of Parker

The Mainstreet Center has cancelled all classes, programs and performances for Friday, Feb. 3 due to inclement weather. The Center will resume normal operations on Saturday, Feb....

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Mainstreet Center Activities Cancelled for Friday, Feb. 3

from:Town Of Parker

The Mainstreet Center has cancelled all classes, programs and performances for Friday, Feb. 3 due to inclement weather. The Center will resume normal operations on Saturday, Feb....

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PACE Center Activities Cancelled for Friday, Feb. 3

from:Town Of Parker

The PACE Center has cancelled all classes, programs and performances for Friday, Feb. 3 due to inclement weather. PACE will resume normal operations at noon on Saturday, Feb. 4...

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Parker Town Hall Operating on a Delayed Start Today

from:Town Of Parker

Parker Town Hall will be operating on a delayed start today, Friday, Feb. 3. Town Hall offices will open at 10 a.m.

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Information on Town Snow Plowing Priorities

from:Town Of Parker

With the snow storm in full swing, the Town would like to remind residents of our snow plowing priority system. It is our goal to provide the best snow service possible within the...

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Parker Teen Court Seeking Program Volunteers!

from:Town Of Parker

Have you heard about Parker's Teen Court Program? This exciting program provides teens with an opportunity to get involved in the court system and earn community service...

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Your Girls Will Have a Ball

from:Town Of Parker

Treat your little girl, age 2 to 11, to an evening that she will always remember with the Valentine BallThis special evening will include Valentine crafts and activities, light...

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Prepare For The Valentine’s Day 5K

from:Town Of Parker

Grab your family, friends and neighbors for Parker Parks and Recreation’s fourth annual Love ‘em or Leave ‘em Valentine’s Day 5K Run/Walk and Kids’ Dash.This is a...

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Parent/Child Valentine Ball

from:Town Of Parker

Treat your little girl, age 2 to 11, to an evening that she will always remember with the Valentine Ball on Saturday, Feb. 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Parker Recreation Center.

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Chinese Language for Children

from:Town Of Parker

Would you like to introduce your child to the Chinese language? Join the Joyous Chinese Cultural Center on Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. at the Recreation Center beginning Feb....

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Master Plan Update Open House

from:Town Of Parker

You are invited to an open house where the draft changes to the Parker Master Plan will be presented.

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Hot Country Nights in Parker

from:Town Of Parker

COUNTRY IS, The Music of Mainstreet celebrates uniquely American music resonating with simple, honest stories of yearning, love, joy, hard-working, hard-living, hard-playing...

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Commit to Fit Weight Loss Challenge

from:Town Of Parker

Our popular weight loss challenge is back! The challenge begins Monday, Jan. 23 and ends Saturday, March 17.

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FREE Zumba Party

from:Town Of Parker

Join the party! Free Zumba class is Friday, Feb. 3 from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. at the Parker Recreation Center.

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Hot Country Nights In Parker

The world premiere of a new show created for the Parker Arts, Culture and Events (PACE) Center will bring “Hot Country Nights” to Parker. COUNTRY IS, The Music of Mainstreet...

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Two-time Olympic Gold Medalist Tamika Catchings is coming to the Parker Fieldhouse!

from:Town Of Parker

Two-time Olympic Gold Medalist Tamika Catchings is coming to the Parker Fieldhouse to team up with Nothing But Net Basketball Academy on Saturday, Jan. 14 to Monday, Jan. 16.

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Echo Mountain Park Ski/Snowboard Trips

from:Town Of Parker

It may be unseasonably warm here, but Echo Mountain is ready to shred! Join Parker Recreation for Echo Mountain Park Ski/Snowboard trips on Jan. 16 and 20.

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Sign up for the Parker Citizen Police Academy

from:Town Of Parker

Parker area residents are invited to attend the Police Department’s free spring citizen academy program, which gives participants first-hand information about how...

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Sign up for the Parker Citizen Police Academy

from:Town Of Parker

Parker area residents are invited to attend the Police Department’s free spring citizen academy program, which gives participants first-hand information about how...

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Love 'em or Leave 'em Valentine's Day 5K Run/Walk

from:Town Of Parker

Join us for our fourth annual Valentine's Day 5K at Salisbury Park on Saturday, Feb. 11!

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Commit to Fit Weight Loss Challenge

from:Town Of Parker

Our popular weight loss challenge is back! The challenge begins Monday, Jan. 23 and ends Saturday, March 17.

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Footability Soccer Camp

from:Town Of Parker

Enhance your skills with this 6-week soccer instruction led by two past Colorado Rapids, Rivers Guthrie and Chris Martinez. Footability Soccer Camp runs Monday, Jan. 16 through...

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Winter Youth Basketball League

from:Town Of Parker

This co-ed program runs on Tuesday, Jan. 3 through Wednesday, Jan. 4 and teaches dribbling, passing, catching and shooting skills, while the kids have fun and build their self...

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Winter Wonderland Skate Night

from:Town Of Parker

Bring your roller skates or blades to the Parker Fieldhouse on Saturday, Jan. 21 for Family Skate Night starting at 5:30 p.m. and Teen Skate Night starting at 7:30 p.m.

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Simple Tips Can Prevent Break-Ins

from:Town Of Parker

The Police Department encourages Parker residents to use caution and take steps to prevent crime in their neighborhood. By using simple preventative measures you can reduce your...

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Parker Police Station Wins Award

from:Town Of Parker

The Parker Police Station has been honored by Engineering News Record (ENR) Mountain States Magazine with the Best of 2011 award in the Best Government/Public Building category.

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Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Parker, Colorado with AmericanTowns Parker Volunteer Guide!

On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Douglas County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and team...

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AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Parker organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Parker is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when you...

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Weekend Activities in and around Parker

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

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Eat Local! Great Resources in the Parker area

What’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Colorado’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made that...

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Winning the Real Estate Game in Parker in a Tough Market

Purchasing a home in Colorado  is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent talk...

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An Invitation to our Parker Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Parker, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...

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Town to offer Christmas Tree Recycling

from:Town Of Parker

The Town will host its third annual Christmas Tree recycling program from Dec. 26 through Jan. 29 for Parker residents. The drop-off site will be the east paved Salisbury Ballpark...

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Weather Cancellations

from:Town Of Parker

Our number one priority when considering closures and cancellations is ensuring the safety of our partrons and staff. Please call the Recreation Center at 303.841.4500 or the...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough Times

Brandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give...

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Stay Safe over the Holiday Season

from:Town Of Parker

The holiday shopping season is a peak time for crimes such as home burglaries and thefts. The Police Department has provided the following tips to help prevent you from becoming...

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The Nutcracker Of Parker

from:Colorado School Of Dance

Colorado School of Dance presents its annual celebrated production of Tchaikovsky's perennial holiday classic.The story begins on Christmas Eve 1830, at the Stahlbaums home, where...

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Two-time Olympic Gold Medalist Tamika Catchings is coming to the Parker Fieldhouse!

from:Town Of Parker

Two-time Olympic Gold Medalist Tamika Catchings is coming to the Parker Fieldhouse to team up with Nothing But Net Basketball Academy for a three-day girls' basketball camp.

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Two Nothing But Net Camp offerings this December!

from:Town Of Parker

Kids can join Nothing But Net's experienced coaches for some skill-building on the court. Two basketball camps will be held at the Parker Fieldhouse this December: Winter...

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Winter 2011 Tri-High Softball Camp

from:Town Of Parker

Parker Parks and Recreation joins Legend, Ponderosa and Chaparral high schools to announce the second annual girls’ Tri-High Softball Camp.

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Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in Colorado

Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a Colorado Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call...

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Open Water Scuba Training

from:Town Of Parker

Ages 10 years and older are encouraged to join Parker Recreation and Planet Scuba for Open Water Scuba Training on December 10 and 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Parker...

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A Christmas Story - Live

You’ll Shoot Your Eye Out At The Pace Center Paker, CO - Jean Shepherd’s beloved holiday classic, “A Christmas Story,” is live on stage. The story stars local talent...

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Kids Zone Holiday Ball

from:Town Of Parker

Treat your little girl, age 2 to 11, to an evening that she will always remember with the Holiday Ball on Saturday, Dec. 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Parker Recreation Center.

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Jury Trial for Dec. 1, 2011 Cancelled

from:Town Of Parker

The jury trial for Dec. 1, 2011 has been cancelled. If you were summoned as a juror, you do not need to appear. Please contact the Court at 303.805.3195 with questions.

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