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Tonti’s Pizza half off is today’s Deal of the Day in Parker

January 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Tonti’s New York Pizza in Parker CO

Tontis-New-York-Pizza Groupon and Rely Local Deals of the day parker co

Tonti's New York Pizza in Parker CO

Romans invented pizza to eat while watching chariot races, which seemed too thrilling to be accompanied only by their typical diet of wine and laurel wreaths. Grab a slice of history with today’s Groupon.

The Tonti’s Groupon Deal January 21, 2012 ONLY <CLICK

$15 for $30 worth of Italian fare for dine-in or carryout, such as:

  • Italian philly cheesesteak ($8.50)
  • Pizza with any three toppings (18”, $17)

Authentic St. Louis ravioli ($11.99

The Tonti’s Groupon Deal January 21, 2012 ONLY <CLICK

Parker Deal of the Day Rely Local Mike Harrity Parker COWant a Tonti’s Pizza deal that never expires? With your RelyLocal Parker card you can take advantage of the deal below any day.

Receive a FREE 14″ Cheese Pizza when you purchase a Medium or Large Pizza. Not Available for Delivery. Not to be combined with any other offer. (Expires: Never)

Don’t have a RelyLocal Parker Discount Card yet? Check the website here to see all the locations where the Parker RelyLocal card is for sale.

RelyLocal Parker Pizza Deal EVERYDAY here.

What’s so great about the card? All of the businesses are locally owned and operated restaurants and stores in Parker. You know how much that helps the local economy so get yourself a shiny red card today.

Tonti’s Pizza

Nestled within the Cottonwood Plaza Shopping Center, Tonti’s Pizza fashions award-winning New York–style pies within classic pizzeria digs. Cooks slather homemade East Coast tomato sauce on myriad Italian dishes, adding dollops to crowd-pleasing calzones and mozzarella sticks. Tonti’s cheese has been extolled in Westword for its astonishing stretchiness, which helps pizzas hold fast even as lunching executives pull from each end to get a bigger share of the last slice.

Fresh hand-tossed dough provides foundation for crispy New York–style pizzas decked with toppings that sprawl up to 18 inches

The GROUPON Fine Print
  • Expires Jul 25, 2012
  • Limit 1 per person, may buy 1 additional as a gift. Limit 1 per table. Dine-in and carryout only.
  • See the rules that apply to all deals.

Get the Tonti’s Groupon Deal of the Day here!

 

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Mayor David Casiano starts the festivities at the Mayors Tree Lighting 2011

December 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Mayors Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Parker Colorado
November 2011

Enjoy the video below that captures many of the sights and sounds of our annual Tree and Gazebo lighting festivities in the Town of Parker Colorado.

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Experience the Tradition at the Christmas Carriage Parade

December 6, 2011 By 1 Comment

On Saturday, December 10 at 2 p.m., the Town of Parker and the Colorado Driving Society will host the annual Christmas Carriage Parade. This year’s holiday parade is themed a “Beary Special Christmas,” and will be attended by thousands.

Beary Special Christmas Carriage Parade
December 10 at 2:00 p.m. 

The Parker Country Christmas Carriage Parade in front of Ruth Chapel

Copyrights Chrissy Morin Parker Colorado

The festivities for this exciting day will begin at noon with live ice sculpture carving, a holiday farmer’s market, a petting zoo, pony rides and pictures with Santa. Pictures with Santa will be located in O’Brien Park in the gazebo from noon until 1:30 p.m. and again from 3 to 4 p.m. after the parade. Pictures will be $5, cash only and the petting zoo is free.

This spectacular, all-equestrian, holiday parade will begin in downtown Parker on Mainstreet at 2 p.m. Come and see the ice sculpture at Ruth’s Chapel while you await this special parade of decorated horse-drawn carriages, wagons, riding groups, minis and marching bands from across Colorado. Join the fun on this magical afternoon when the streets are lined with families and eager children hoping to catch a glimpse of Santa. Many thanks to Children’s Hospital Colorado for helping Santa find his way to Parker to be in the parade.

Road closures will be from 1 to 4 p.m. and include E. Mainstreet, Pikes Peak Drive, Pine Drive and Victorian Circle. Parking is available in the downtown Parker area, however all lots within the parade route will be closed to exit and entry from 1 to 4 p.m. Event-goers who do not plan to stay for activities or shopping after the parade should park outside the parade route.

Please visit www.parkeronline.org or call 303.841.0353 for a route map and for more information.

Source: Town of Parker Press Release

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Free Seminar for parents with kids who have autism

November 29, 2011 By Leave a Comment

In this free seminar, parents will get help understanding how to secure insurance coverage in Colorado for behavior, speech and occupational therapy for a child with autism. This seminar will provide important information about the new Colorado Health Insurance Mandated Autism Treatment (HIMAT) Law.

During the event, Trumpet Behavioral Health will provide FREE childcare and fun activities for children with autism and their siblings provided by experienced behavior therapists.

Autism topics will include:

  • Overview of HIMAT Law for Colorado autism treatment.
  • What autism treatment services are covered under Colorado’s insurance mandate.
  • Who it applies to.
  • How to find out if your child is eligible.
  • How to maximize your insurance benefits for your child’s autism treatment.
  • How to talk to your employer and your insurance provider about your rights to coverage.
  • Under HIMAT, insurance coverage for a child’s Colorado autism treatment now allows for up to $34,000 per year of behavioral therapies. Parents can learn how to maximize their benefits, meet other parents, enjoy light refreshments and get answers while our expert staff provides childcare and fun activities for your kids.

WHEN:
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
6:30 p.m.: Childcare opens and kids activities
7-8 p.m.: Parent seminar

WHERE:
7860 E. Berry Place, Suite #140, Greenwood Village, CO 80111.

FREE:
Invite friends from Denver autism support groups.

REGISTER:
By Phone (720) 470-0578, or online at www.tbh.com/1395-2/. Space is limited; please register early. The first 50 individuals to register will be entered into a special drawing for fun and helpful prizes.

FEATURED SPEAKERS:
Dr. Keelee Burtch, regional director of Trumpet Behavioral Health. Keelee has 12 years of experience working with children with autism and their families. Over the past three years, Keelee has learned to navigate the insurance waters to help children with autism get coverage for the behavior, speech and occupational therapy services they need. Keelee has been successful with almost every insurance company in getting services approved.

Trumpet Behavioral Health’s insurance team will be on hand to answer individual questions regarding benefits, eligibility and authorizations.

Additional Information:
Please contact nwilhelm@tbh.com.

ABOUT TRUMPET BEHAVIORAL HEALTH:
Trumpet Behavioral Health (TBH) specializes in the treatment of children and adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and developmental disabilities. For more information, visit www.tbh.com.

Thanks to my friend LaLa Girl for the heads up.

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Carriage Rides in Downtown Parker Thanksgiving to Christmas

November 11, 2011 By 1 Comment

The Parker Chamber are proud to sponsor the Carriage Rides in downtown Parker this 2011 Holiday Season.

A Free Norman Rockwell-Like Holiday Experience

is waiting for you when you climb aboard the lovely horse drawn carriages waiting for your family and friends in downtown Parker.

Rides are FREE this year when you pick up tickets from participating vendors.

  • The Pace Center
  • Parker Station
  • Vines Wine and Tapas Bar
  • Servinos
  • The Warhorse
  • Goodwill
This fun Parker Bucket List Holiday Tradition begins at the Mayors Tree Lighting and continues Saturdays from 4-8 p.m. November 26 (The Saturday after Thanksgiving) through December 24th Christmas Eve.
Parker Country Carriage Rides in olde town Parker CO O'Brien Park
Many thanks to the corporate sponsors IREA and Meineke Car Care Center

 

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Mayors Holiday Tree Lighting Event O’Brien Parker 2011

November 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment

A Town of Parker Signature Event

Mayors Tree Lighting at O'Brien Park Parker Colorado Christmas Traditions

Entrance to O'Brien Park Parker CO

Friday November 25, 2011

Festivities begin  at 5:00 p.m.

Entertainment at 5:30 p.m

Lighting 6:00 p.m.

It’s just not the Holidays until Mayor David Casiano flips the switch and lights all of the beautiful Christmas Holiday lighting in O’Brien Park on the Friday after Thanksgiving.

Residents, guests and visitor will enjoy performances from local music groups and holiday treats from various Parker bakeries and coffee shops.  The event is always free and everyone is asked to please bring a canned good for the Parker Task Force food drive.

Mayors Tree Lighting at O'Brien Park Parker Colorado Christmas Traditions

O'Brien Park Gazebo

Event-goers may enjoy carriage rides in the park and around downtown Parker, provided by the Parker Chamber of Commerce. The Town of Parker looks forward to celebrating this honored tradition with you and your family.

Horse Carriage rides in downtown Parker Colorado for the Christmas Holiday Season

Carriage Rides Olde Town Parker CO

 Parker Christmas Carriage Rides information

Ruth Chapel all lit up for the Christmas Holidays is one of the iconic treasures that makes Parker locals anxiously await this day.

a favorite holiday site in Parker. Ruth Chapel all dress up for the Christmas Holidays in 2010

Ruth Chapel Parker CO

For more information please contact Julie Wassell at 303.841.0353 or email.

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Community Messiah Solo tryouts November 16 at PUMC

October 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Messiah Community Performance Parker Colorado December 2011

The community performance of Handel’s Messiah in Parker is as always the first Sunday of December with full orchestra and solo’s and marks one of many marvelous local events that highlight the Christmas Holiday season in Parker CO.

All high school students and adults of all ages are welcome to come and participate in the chorus of this piece of sacred music written by G.F. Handel performed with full orchestra.

Messiah Solo auditions Wednesday November 16, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.

If you have a Messiah score (Schirmer preferred) bring it; if not, Kurt Stroman and the Parker United Methodist Church choir have a copy you can use. Soloist auditions are Wednesday, November 16, 2011 @ 7:00pm. If you are interested in singing a solo or solos, please come prepared to sing the solo in its entirety (you may or may not be asked to sing the whole selection)

Messiah Solos and Choruses are listed below.

Only 2 Community Rehearsals in the Sanctuary at Parker UMC:

  • Wednesday, November 30, 2011 @ 7:00pm
  • Saturday, December 3, 2011 @ 9:00am - (With Orchestra and Soloists)

Presentation of Handel’s Messiah is Sunday December 4, 2011 at the 8:00 am and 9:30 am worship services

The following are the Choruses and solos that we will be doing. Email Kurt@ParkerUMC.org with questions

 THE MESSIAH A Sacred Oratorio by G.F. Handel

Overture – Orchestra

  • Comfort Ye My People - Soloist- TENOR
  • Ev’ry Valley Shall Be Exalted - Soloist- TENOR

And The Glory Of The Lord – Chorus

And He Shall Purify - Chorus

  • Behold, A Virgin Shall Conceive - Soloist- ALTO
  • O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings - Soloist- ALTO
  • For Behold, Darkness Shall Cover The Earth - Soloist- BASS
  • The People That Walked in the Darkness  - Soloist- BASS

For Unto Us A Child Is Born - Chorus

  • Offertory- I Know That My Redeemer Liveth - Soloist- SOPRANO
  • There Were Shepherds Abiding In The Field - Soloist- SOPRANO
  • And Lo, The Angel Of The Lord Came Upon Them - Soloist- SOPRANO
  • And The Angel Said Unto Them Soloist- SOPRANO
  • And Suddenly There Was With The Angel - Soloist- SOPRANO

 Glory To God - Chorus

  • Rejoice Greatly, O Daughter Of Zion Soloist- SOPRANO
  • Then The Eyes Of The Blind Shall Be Opened - Soloist- ALTO
  • He Shall Feed His Flock Like A Shepherd - Soloist- MEZZO/ALTO, SOPRANO

Hallelujah Chorus - Everyone

Parker UMC
11805 South Pine Drive
Parker, CO 80134-7308
(303) 841-3979
 

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