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items I created this festive holiday list to help busy moms make Christmas warm, meaningful, and stress-free. It’s packed with family-friendly activities, faith-filled traditions, cozy book picks, and simple low-carb treats we love here in Colorado. Enjoy,...
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The Joyful Christmas Library: Family Edition
Colorado events
Holiday treats
Celebration must-have
Family activities and more
Discover top Christmas books, kid‑approved traditions, fun holiday activities, and sweet treats that bring warmth, faith, and together‑time into your home. This list is built for busy moms who want simple, meaningful holiday traditions, faith‑filled...
🎄 Kid-Friendly Christmas Playlist (Safe, Fun & Full of Joy!)
🎄 Kid-Friendly Christmas Playlist (Safe, Fun & Full of Joy!)
What song did you like the most?
Not so traditional christmas playlist
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Tell us which movie kicks off the season at your house?
25 Days of Christmas
I'm so curious, where would you go?
Nona Hayes
Family tradition- book advent What book would be top of your list?
Nona Hayes
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Fun for the whole family. Pinterest finds
Christmas traditions family
Let's get connected and stay strong through the holidays
tips for staying consistent through the holiday season! #ketochristmas
What items will you wrap in yours?
Fun festive group activity for most ages
Ornaments, snowflakes, and reindeer, oh my!
🎅🎨 Fun for the whole family.
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It's a family tradition!
Olaf's Night Before Christmas Book & CD|Paperback
The Joyful Christmas Library: Family Edition
A warm and joyful holiday guide for moms: A curated collection of festive traditions, fun family-friendly activities, meaningful faith moments, simple low-carb treats, and cozy holiday inspiration — all designed to help you slow down, savor the seaso...
Mickey Mouse always catches or little ones' eyes. What a fun way to build fun memories during the holiday season.
Disney Baby: The Twelve Days of Christmas|Board Book
A tender story of love and becoming real — connects beautifully to Christlike love.
The Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams, Hardcover
A fun read with a big heart message: Christmas is about love, not things.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas!: Full Color - Keepsake (B&N Exclusive Edition)|BN Exclusive
A dreamy, quiet Christmas Eve story that captures wonder and belief.
The Polar Express: Christmas Countdown Deluxe Gift Set|Hardcover
Magical, whimsical, dreamy — perfect for building Christmas
The Nutcracker: The Original Holiday Classic|Hardcover
A powerful reminder of redemption and the transforming power of compassion. Great for older kids or family read-aloud nights.
A Christmas Carol Deluxe Gift Edition|Hardcover
A sweet, rhyming Christmas story that teaches kindness, gratitude, and the true blessing of giving.
The Christmas Blessing: Unique Nativity Story
Search-and-find holiday fun! Join in festive scenes filled with Santa, snowmen, sleighs, candy canes, mittens and bells. Vibrant photographs + clever riddles = a perfect Christmas activity book for kids ages 3-5 to build observation, focus, and holid...
Christmas Activity Book for Kids Ages 3-5
Frozen Christmas story featuring Olaf, Anna, Elsa, and all the holiday magic of Arendelle. Filled with winter fun, snowy adventures, friendship, laughter, and Christmas cheer. Perfect for preschool and early readers who love Disney, snowmen, and holi...
Frozen: Olaf's Night Before Christmas (Book & CD)|Hardcover
A fun, spooky-sweet Christmas story kids love! This retelling brings Jack Skellington, Christmas magic, and bold illustrations together for an exciting holiday read. Easy, engaging, and perfect for families who enjoy a mix of silly, spooky, and festi...
Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas (Disney)
Simple, beautiful way to root the season in Jesus on Christmas Day.
The Jesus Storybook Bible A Christmas Collection
Teaches generosity and the heart behind giving.
The Legend of St. Nicholas: A Story of Christmas Giving|Hardcover
Grounded in Scripture and full of heart — a family staple.
A Charlie Brown Christmas: Deluxe Edition|Hardcover
A precious reminder that God delights in our simple gifts.
The Littlest Angel by Bootsie, Hardcover
Shares the gospel through a familiar Christmas treat — simple and sweet.
The Legend of the Candy Cane, Newly Illustrated Edition: The Inspirational Story of Our Favorite Christmas Candy|Hardcover
A timeless lesson on family, gratitude, and choosing heart over perfection.
The Berenstain Bears' Christmas Tree|Hardcover
Funny, real, and surprisingly deep. Great for bigger kids and read-aloud nights.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Simple, beautiful way to root the season in Jesus on Christmas Day.
The Jesus Storybook Bible: Every Story Whispers His Name
The reason for the season!
Luke 2 NIV - The Birth of Jesus - In those days
Colorado events
Festive and fun ideas to put you and your family in the spirit of Christmas in Colorado
We love light watching. Are you decorating this year?
Catalog - Edgewater Parks and Recreation
A magical drive-through holiday light show in the Water World parking lot: Cruise through over a million LED lights synchronized to festive radio tunes, with glowing tunnels, dancing snowmen, giant candy canes, and more — all from the comfort of your...
Water World | Discover Holiday Magic – Book Your Experience — Christmas in Color
Free outdoor ice skating in the heart of downtown Denver with skate rentals available on-site
Downtown Denver Rink | Winter in the City
Meet Santa and participate in festive activities at one of Denver’s largest shopping centers
Santa photos - Park Meadows
Experience an immersive re-creation of the beloved story with a train ride, hot cocoa, and visits from Santa (select dates in November and December
Colorado Railroad Museum
A nightly spectacle of 400 drones creating holiday-themed animations over Denver’s skyline
Mile High Drone Show - Visit Denver
Holiday Tea at The Brown Palace – A luxurious seasonal tea service at Denver’s historic Brown Palace Hotel.
Afternoon Tea at The Brown Palace
Enjoy this holiday play at the Miners Alley Playhouse.
Scrooge: A Christmas Carol
Take a spin on a beautifully decorated carousel downtown.
Spin On the Holiday Carousel - Denver Pavilions
A festive concert blending holiday classics and carols.
Colorado Symphony
A charming Victorian-era holiday market in the historic town of Georgetown.
The 64th Annual Georgetown Christmas Market
Enjoy a scenic, illuminated path through Denver Botanic Gardens’ Chatfield Farms, featuring cottonwoods and pine trees aglow with LED lights (Nov. 29, 2024–Jan. 1, 2025)
Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms
Stroll through a dazzling display of nearly one million lights, festive markets, and community celebrations, including Saturday Night Lights and a Chanukah celebration
Cherry Creek North
Wander through an enchanting winter wonderland with over a million sparkling lights across 80 acres. It’s a Denver tradition celebrating 30 years (Nov. 23, 2024–Jan. 5, 2025
Denver Zoo Lights
Experience a breathtaking mile-long trail of lights at the York Street location, celebrating nearly four decades of holiday cheer (Nov. 20, 2024–Jan. 12, 2025)
Denver Botanic Gardens
Escape to the nearby Rockies for snowy trails and holiday-themed guided tours.
Snowshoeing Tours & Trips | REI Adventures
Santa’s Flight Academy at Cherry Creek is one of those magical mom-wins — the kind of experience where your kids light up the entire time. They get their own badge, explore the ‘flight academy,’ try on their virtual flight suit, and end with a sweet,...
Cherry Creek Shopping Center
Every year, Union Station hosts its magical Grand Illumination, and it’s my favorite holiday moment in Denver. Families gather for live performances of classic Christmas tunes by the Denver Dolls, and there’s a sweet visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. ...
Grand Illumination | Events in Denver | Denver Union Station
Holiday treats
Enjoy your season, and your food too!
Check out my collection of Keto goodies on Pinterest 😋
Nona's holiday goodies- keto approved
Celebration must-have
My relaxed approach to family holidays. This guide focuses on gratitude and enjoying organized quality time with family during this special holiday.
Harvesting Fall for Busy Moms