Pandemic Projects Enhance Boulder Communities
When the pandemic first shut down schools, workplaces and recreation areas, many Boulder County residents reached out of isolation and beyond their fears to help neighbors and strangers alike.
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Artist Margaret Galvin Johnson: Leaving Hidden Valley Road Behind
A local woman navigated her way out of the trenches of trauma through years of therapy, emerging with a career in art.
Treats for Tweets: Birdseed Ornaments
Making birdseed ornaments creates family fun and food for feathered friends By Ruthanne Johnson Admit it. You like getting gifts. Yes, opening those holiday packages helps brighten the darkest days. Imagine, then, the excitement a little bird feels upon the discovery of a yummy new food source—especially in winter, when most natural foods aren’t […]
Pleasurable Paperwhites
If you’re yearning for quick blooms before spring kicks in, look no further than the paperwhite narcissus.
Affordable Home Upgrades That Add Value
These quick upgrades can freshen your home or get it ready to sell.
Welcoming Wreaths
Nothing rings in winter quite like wreaths, so try these tips to create gleeful garlands for your home.
Beautiful Bonsai
Growing bonsai can instill patience and an appreciation for nature By Sara Bruskin Horticulture is an art form, and nowhere is that more apparent than in the cultivation of bonsai—potted plants typically pruned and trained to attain artistic shapes. Miniature bonsai resemble tiny mature trees, but bonsai can also grow to great heights. Large […]
Mikki McComb-Kobza: From Fear to Fascination
Landlocked shark expert Mikki McComb-Kobza turned her childhood terror into a career.
BoCo Bookshelf: What locals are writing and we’re reading
We ask local authors to describe what inspires them, what’s next on their writing agenda, what’s tough about being a writer and so much more.
Elevating Black Voices
Local public radio station KGNU (88.5 FM and 1390 AM) has launched a new program called “Black Talk.” The show features news from NAACP Boulder County chapter, book recommendations and personal stories from host Michele D. Simpson and her guests. Simpson says, “We endeavor to communicate the challenges, resilience and beauty in Black life.” The
Footloose Fowl
Photo by Ashley Reynolds, AERE Photography A pride of escaped peafowl from a nearby farm enchanted residents of Shanahan Ridge in 2018. But residents of the neighborhood called Rural North Boulder have been marveling at their own muster of these magnificient birds happily “free-ranging” for many years. The peacocks, or “birds with a thousand
Gifts on the Go!
No more running to a big-box store when you need a last-minute gift for the holidays or a baby shower, or even just a “thanks for hosting dinner” token. Instead, swing by Fettle & Fire in Longmont (921 Kimbark St.) and score a grab-and-go gift from this campy-cute vending machine. You’ll find handmade gifts and
Beauty on the Other Side of Hate
Which is more powerful, love or hate? Filmmaker Susan Polis Schutz—the mother of Colorado’s governor, Jared Polis, and co-founder of Boulder’s Blue Mountain Arts—firmly believes the answer is love. In her new documentary, “Love Wins Over Hate,” Schutz explores the lives of six former white supremacists and ultraconservatives, once filled with anger and prejudice, who
A Village of (Free) Tiny Homes for Veterans
Veteran’s Community Project
Via Mobility Services
Via Mobility Services is moving local communities toward transportation equity through an unprecedented pandemic.
The Social Dilemma
Jeff Orlowski of Boulder, CO, puts a spotlight on the negative impacts of social media use with his film, "The Social Dilemma."
Art + Soul Gallery: Committing to Art
Art + Soul Gallery marries wall art with wearable art for an extraordinary experience in fine jewelry. By Christine Mahoney During uncertain times, it’s comforting to know that some things are unshakable, like the need to express love and commitment. Expressions of devotion seem to be on the rise during the pandemic. Just ask
Get Your “Gezellig” On
Cozy up your home with some Dutch gezellig (coziness) this winter.
Feature Home: Golden Opportunity
When this couple had to scrape their newly bought home, they built another one with an eye toward their golden years.
Meet Artist Mike Brouse
Boulder artist Mike Brouse creates what he calls “bold modern art.” Others might call it “expressionistic or abstracted,” he says.
Close to Home: Keeping Busy This Winter
Sanity-saving activities to keep the home atmosphere “cool” during the cold months. By Vicki Allsopp Living in Colorado, winter is always welcome. But with the possibility of many indoor and outdoor activities not being available per usual, the need for alternatives is imperative. Here are some fun activities to consider while keeping it close
