Friday, October 29, 2010

Denver DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM FOR HALLOWEEN KIDS FEST OCT. 30 & 31

JOIN DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM FOR HALLOWEEN KIDS FEST OCT. 30 & 31

NOTE: at 720-985-5567.

WHAT: This Halloween weekend, visit Downtown Aquarium for a family friendly Halloween Kids Fest packed with games, crafts, activities, animal appearances and our Skeleton Diver! Activities include:

· Trick or Treat Reef

· Guess the weight of the Giant Pumpkin

· Monster Mural Coloring

· Mad Science Experiments

· Pumpkin Patch Painting

· Costume Contest

Additionally, enjoy the following animal appearances and exhibit talks:

· 10:30 - Otters play with carved pumpkins at North American River Otter exhibit

· 11 - Animal appearance in the plaza (Sharkey's Fun Zone if inclement weather)

· 11:30- Tiger chat at tiger exhibit. See the tigers with jack-o-lanterns!

· 1 - Animal appearance in the plaza or Sharkey's Fun Zone

· 1:30 - Tiger chat at tiger exhibit. See the tigers with jack-o-lanterns!

Exclusive to Downtown Aquarium, don’t miss out on our spooky Skeleton Diver! He will be popping up in the following locations Oct. 30 & 31:

· 11 - 11:15 Under the Sea Exhibit

· 11:30 - noon Dining Room Exhibit

· 1 - 1:15 Under the Sea Exhibit

· 3 - 3:15 Under the Sea Exhibit

Kids who arrive in costume will receive a 50% discount on admission on Oct. 30 & 31 with the purchase of an adult admission. And don’t miss out on the lovely Mystic Mermaids! The Mystic Mermaids will add a twist to their shows through Sunday with Halloween-themed props.

WHEN: ALL ACTIVITIES October 30 & 31, 2010 between 10 a.m. & 4 p.m.

WHERE: Downtown Aquarium - 700 Water Street

COST: Regular Ticket Prices – see www.aquariumrestaurants.com for details

Plus tax and service charge

Downtown Aquarium is an eighteen-acre entertainment complex in downtown Denver developed and operated by Landry’s, Inc. The complex features attractions including an aquarium with over one million gallons of water and 500 species of animals, Aquarium Restaurant, three Sumatran Tigers, a sting ray reef and touch tank, The Nautilus Ballroom, The Dive Lounge, and amusements for the entire family. Downtown Aquarium is located on the northeast corner of I-25 and 23rd Avenue.

For more information, please visit www.aquariumrestaurants.com or call 303.561.4450.

Thursday, October 14, 2010

THE CHILDREN’S PLACE OPENS AT PUEBLO MALL

Press Release

PUEBLO, CO has a new PLACE to shop for children’s apparel. THE CHILDREN’S PLACE (NASDAQ: PLCE), a leading children’s specialty apparel retailer, provides fashionable high-quality merchandise at value prices for newborn to size 14.

To celebrate its October 14th grand opening, THE CHILDREN’S PLACE is hosting a number of events:

· The first two hundred customers to make a purchase of $20 or more at THE CHILDREN’S PLACE at Pueblo Mall will receive a $15 gift card.

· All customers making in-store purchases during grand opening week will receive a coupon for 15% off their next purchase.

· All customers can enter for a chance to win the grand opening sweepstakes prize, a $250 gift card for THE CHILDREN’S PLACE.

· The Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony will be held on October 15th at 11:30 a.m.

The Children’s Place offers Big Fashion at Little Prices®. The store provides head-to-toe outfitting for infants, young children and tweens, including apparel, accessories and shoes. The fall collection is featured in-stores now, with great back-to-school looks and trend-right backpacks.

Pueblo Mall is the company’s 16th store in Colorado . THE CHILDREN’S PLACE looks forward to an exciting future in Pueblo and hopes all of the Pueblo neighbors will join in celebrating the grand opening of its newest location.

About The Children’s Place Retail Stores, Inc.

The Children’s Place is the largest pure-play children’s specialty apparel retailer in North America . The Company designs, contracts to manufacture and sells fashionable, high-quality merchandise at value-prices under the proprietary “The Children's Place” brand name. As of May 1, 2010, the Company owned and operated 962 The Children’s Place stores and an online store at www.childrensplace.com.

Marcia Waters Named Director of the Colorado Division of Real Estate

Press Release

Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) Executive Director Barbara Kelley announced today the appointment of Marcia Waters as the Director of Colorado’s Division of Real Estate, effective October 15, 2010. Waters is a 5 and a half-year veteran of the Division of Real Estate and currently serves as the Interim Director.

“Ms. Waters has been impressive in her ability to communicate well with all sectors of the real estate industry, and is a regulator who takes consumer protection very seriously” said Kelley. “Marcia has a clear vision of what she wants to accomplish as Division Director, is passionate about consumer protection, and understands the dynamic nature of real estate in Colorado.”

Waters is respected by DRE staff, members of the real estate boards and commissions, legislators, and real estate industry professionals. Prior to coming to the Division of Real Estate Waters was a licensed real estate broker, and has experience in law enforcement, rising to the rank of detective.

“I am confident that Marcia Waters will be an excellent leader as the Real Estate Division Director,” said Kelley. “She will continue to be open and approachable to the industry, and will maintain her role as a stern and fair protector of the public’s interest.”

Thursday, October 7, 2010

Allegiant Kicks off Pueblo to Vegas Service with $54.99 one-way Fare

ALLEGIANT CELEBRATES WITH ELVIS IMPERSONATOR AND SHOWGIRL

PUEBLO, Colo. – Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT), today inaugurates low-cost, nonstop service between Pueblo Memorial Airport ( PUB ) and McCarran International Airport (LAS). To celebrate, the airline is bringing some very special guests: Vegas icons “Elvis” and a glamorous showgirl. The company, known for its exceptional travel deals, will offer fares as low as $54.99* one-way between the two cities.

“Allegiant is pleased to now serve Pueblo with the only nonstop service to Las Vegas ,” Andrew C. Levy, Allegiant Travel Company President, said. “We are confident the community will appreciate the Allegiant brand of affordable and convenient air service, as well as the value of booking hotel rooms, car rentals and show tickets through us."

“We are extremely excited that Allegiant is beginning nonstop jet service from Pueblo to Las Vegas today,” Dave Cardinal, Pueblo Airport Advisory Board co-chairman, said. “This ushers in a new era for jet air service at the Pueblo Airport , which brings air service not only to Pueblo but all of Southern Colorado . We urge everyone to experience the ease and convenience of ‘Flying Pueblo’ and Allegiant.”

The new flights operate two times weekly between the Pueblo Memorial Airport ( PUB ) and McCarran International Airport (LAS), with service Thursday and Sunday. Flights depart Pueblo at 7:25 p.m. arriving in Las Vegas at 8:25 p.m. Flights leave Las Vegas at 3:55 p.m. arriving in Pueblo at 6:45 p.m. (all flight times are local).

With world-renowned resorts, spas, casinos and entertainment options for visitors of all ages, Las Vegas is one of the most dynamic travel destinations in the world. With an average of more than 37 million people visiting each year, the vast majority of these visitors come to experience the Las Vegas Strip. The famous 4.2-mile section of Las Vegas Boulevard is home to 19 of the world’s largest hotels—each with their own unique look, atmosphere and offerings. Those looking for a more serene getaway can spend time hiking or climbing at Red Rock National Recreation Area or exploring Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam. Las Vegas truly presents a one-of-a kind vacation that can be enjoyed any time of the year.

The company offers low-cost packages with more than 60 of Las Vegas’ most exciting hotel properties including: Planet Hollywood, Wynn Las Vegas Resort and Country Club, Bellagio, The Venetian Resort & Casino, Paris Las Vegas, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, Caesars Palace, Monte Carlo Resort & Casino, The Mirage, Excalibur Hotel & Casino, New York-New York Hotel & Casino, Tropicana Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, ARIA Resort & Casino at CityCenter and Red Rock Resort & Spa. The company also provides low-cost car rental service through its partnership with Alamo Rent a Car.

Reservations may be made through the company’s website at www.allegiant.com or by calling Allegiant’s travel experts at 702-505-8888.