By Beki Pineda THE COMPLETE WORKS OF SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED)(REVISED). Written by Adam Long, Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield; directed by Nanci Van Fleet. Produced by Longmont Theatre Company (513 Main St., Longmont) through Nov. 22. Tickets available at 303-772-5200 or www.longmonttheatre.org. Note that added last word “Revised” in the title of this show. Not only
Stain Solution Tip To kick off a miniseries of stain-fighting tips, I’m sharing my almost fail-proof stain solution: Dawn, the original blue dish soap. This ubiquitous gem has serious fighting power for all kinds of stains—fresh, as well as set-in, common and complex stains The fact that Dawn removed a set-in chocolate stain from my […]
Truth be told, there are very few “must-haves” when it comes to newborn baby equipment. But the Halo Bassinest is one of them. The Bassinest takes the idea of co-sleeping and makes it more convenient and, for many of us, safer. Consider it “close sleeping” as opposed to “co-sleeping”. The Halo Bassinest sits right atop […]
Photo Credit: Shutterstock/Image ID: 159180740 Copyright: Artens The Shortlist: 11/20-11/22 Thanksgiving is coming up faster and faster! This weekend you might be busy preparing for all of the festivities, but incase you want some options for the family this weekend, we have your back! The college kids are all out on Friday for the week,
Apple of Everyone’s Eye Instead of OD-ing on pumpkin spice lattes this season, create a healthier sweet treat of your own. Apple cider syrup is delicious on many things, including French toast, pancakes, winter squash and ice cream. And, it’s a cinch to make. The only ingredient is apple cider (fresh is best). First, gather […]
Communications expert Ruth Sherman’s comments on the Democratic debate on November 14. Polite debate. Generally respectful. Interesting compared with GOP, less exciting, which is a sad commentary on the state of our communication. Clinton: Experience showed. She was smoothly not defensive when attacked, yet confidently forceful when others piled on.She answered slowly, modulating her
There are only two more outdoor markets left in the 2015 season! This year, the Boulder and Longmont farmers markets have had the highest produce sales in the history of the organization, at 7% higher than last year. After challenging spring weather, farmers have continued to work overtime to make up for early-season losses with
Learn More about Your Knee Condition In your joints, the ends of your bones are covered with hyaline articular cartilage, a firm and durable tissue. This cartilage allows the bones to move smoothly over one another, promoting painless mobility for joints like your knees. However, this cartilage can become damaged from athletics, traumatic injury, and
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Photo Credit: Image ID: 72500704 Copyright: Smileus As October ends, so does the presidential proclamation regarding National Energy Action Month. However, just because the month is over does not mean we must forget about energy until next year. Figures estimate that the average homeowner spends only 6 minutes per year thinking about their home’s energy
Why wait till the holidays arrive to decorate your front door? For mere pennies—and very little effort—you can create a leafy wreath for the fall season. And if you have children, it’s a fun project to do with them. The least expensive way to make a leaf wreath is to simply cut a wreath shape […]
By Beki Pineda HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE. Written by Paula Vogel; directed by Liza Williams. Co-produced by square product theatre and Goddess Here Productions (Diary Center for the Arts at 2590 Walnut St., Boulder) and Buntport Theater at 717 Lipan St., Denver) through Nov. 14. Tickets available at 303-444-7328 or thediary.org through Nov. 7,
Photo Credit: Shutterstock/Image ID: 119990752 Copyright: Elena Elisseeva The Shortlist: 11/06-11/08 After the last couple crazy weeks, we know there hasn’t been very much time to do things for the goodness of others. Don’t take Boulder’s beauty, happiness, and opportunities for granted; show Boulder you want to give back! This weekend, we’re showing you some
LOCAL has “FAITH” in world premier of new play November 20 – December 6, Boulder-based LOCAL Theater Company presents the World Premiere of James McLindon’s dark comedy FAITH at the Dairy Center for the Arts, 2590 Walnut Street in Boulder. The play examines religious fanaticism via 13-year-old Simon, the son of “an apostate” mother and
Halloween is right around the corner and as the days grow shorter we are transitioning into a darker, colder and spookier season. While many people have different fears and worries, financial fears remain a common denominator. Imagine if there was a leak in your wallet and you were slowly losing money. Pretty scary right? A
The Shortlist: 10/30-11/1 Halloween is finally here! All of our preparations, decorations, and costumes come down to this one weekend a year, especially in Boulder. Boulderites are Halloween fanatics, you’ll surely see costumes all weekend, all over town! Whether you’re trick-or-treating or hitting the bars on Pearl this weekend, we know your weekend will be
November 2015 Hikes and Programs Whoo are the Owls? Thursday, November 5, 7-8:30 p.m. Louisville Public Library, 951 Spruce Street, Louisville Owls have been regarded with fascination throughout history. Over half of the owls recorded in the U.S. have been seen in Boulder County. Join volunteer naturalists to explore these creatures and learn about
How They Did Communications expert Ruth Sherman submitted these comments right after the Republican debate on Oct. 28: Lindsay Graham won the “undercard” debate by far. As the last time, he was funny, seemed reasonable, has the knowledge and gravitas. His speaking voice is thin and not particularly commanding, but he makes up for it. I
Few baby toys are worth their salt, considering babies don’t need much to be entertained in their first few months. But when you need a few moments of quiet, a simple yet stimulating toy is worth its weight in gold. Luckily, the Oball Classic fits the bill. Costing around $7, this flexible ball is simplicity […]
As we begin to spend more time indoors, it’s tempting to light a scented candle or use air freshener to rid your home of stale air. But most conventional products—and even a few products labeled “natural”—contain undesirable ingredients, including synthetic fragrances and additives that can even be more harmful to our health when heated. So […]
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