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Holiday house decorations are as diverse as the holiday traditions that unfold within them. One homeowner wants to make as many kids smile as he can. Another hopes that a lavish yard display will encourages passers-by to drop off nonperishable food donations for a worthy cause. And a third views decorations as a way to draw neighbors together. All of them rely on twinkle lights, glowing figurines, blow-up props and special effects to beam out their seasonal goodwill messages.
Eight are featured here. Many more are on view at .
1. Broomfield
Plugged in at: 1188 Clubhouse Drive
Your hosts say: “Christmas magic has come once again. Stop by and marvel at the 50,000 lights.”
2. Westminster
Plugged in at: 7645 Hooker St.
Your hosts say: With their display in its 15th year, Sharon and Terry Miller “try to stay with a homemade theme, since the train was built nearly 45 years ago.”
3. Arvada
Plugged in at: 6611 Quay Court
Your hosts say: “Wishing all our Arvada neighbors a Merry Christmas and a Happy Healthy New Year!” — Brent & Johanna Stephenson
4. Aurora
Plugged in at: 3063 S. Laredo Circle
Your hosts say: “Come see (our) Christmas Wonderland with Santas, helicopters and parachuting reindeer!”
5. Morrison
Plugged in at: 4609 South Coors Court
Your hosts say: “From the reindeer-pulled Santa sleigh on the rooftop, to the three-story maple tree in the center of the yard (and) the section meant specifically for the little ones, full of animated characters, the Perry house gets better every year!”
6. Highlands Ranch
Plugged in at: 9598 Painted Canyon Circle
Your hosts say: “We also have a food box out front to collect canned foods for the local food bank, so please, while driving by to look at the display, drop off a (donation). Thank you.” — Doug and Debi Johnson
7. Parker
Plugged in at: 17259 Silver Mound Lane
Your hosts say: It’s “The Parker Grizwald Christmas”
8. Castle Rock
Plugged in at: 1021 Neptunite Place
Your hosts say: “Rockin’ Christmas 2010: Featuring two homes and over 65,000 red, green and clear lights that dance to the music on 93.9 FM.”
