Playworks Events to Raise Awareness about the Power of Play

  1. Updates

Playworks Denver is out and about creating awareness and partnerships all across the city. Please check out the fliers for our Flash Mob at Civic Center Eats next Thursday, September 29, 11am-1pm!

We are also hosting Colorado Recess Day in partnership with Kroenke Sports Charities, Infinity Park, Kaiser Permanente, Live Well and the Colorado Legacy Foundation! Colorado Recess Day will be held on October 5. There are several ways for you and your family to participate.

We hope you will join us for both of these great events.

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