Inspiration can connect the most far-fetched or opposite ideas and come from the most unlikely of places. To give it further jolt, necessity is indeed the mother of invention. Put the two together and see what curious results give light. So, let’s play a little trivia. What do Boulder High School and beer brewing have […]

Humans have always had a complicated relationship with weather. Ancient cultures prayed and made offerings to gods in hopes of receiving conditions conducive to growing crops. Adverse weather, then, was often interpreted as displeasure on behalf of those same beings—a punishment for failing to observe proper rituals. It doesn’t take a history scholar to understand […]

Meet Heidi Cuppari and her daughter, Summer Cuppari Gould, co-authors of the groundbreaking EmpowerGen column. Heidi and Summer have lived in Boulder for 17 years and both adore the community here. Summer will be attending the Leeds School of Business at CU Boulder, where she will continue to fuel her passion for entrepreneurship and social […]

On Father’s Day, a happy dad and his smiling son soaked up the sunshine, enjoying a beautiful day outdoors. They relished the simple pleasure of being surrounded by nature, cherishing the opportunity to spend quality time together. The radiant smiles on their faces spoke volumes, reflecting the deep happiness and fulfillment they found in each […]

Boulder is often regarded as a romantic destination due to its picturesque landscapes, charming atmosphere, and abundance of outdoor activities that can be enjoyed together with a loved one. The city is nestled at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, providing breathtaking views of towering peaks and scenic trails that invite couples to embark on […]

Father’s Day originated in 1908, when a church in West Virginia conducted a sermon to memorialize 362 men killed the previous year in a coal mining disaster. This was the country’s first celebration solely dedicated to honoring fathers, but it was a one-time occurrence, at least in that neighborhood. However, the next year, a woman […]

Puppies! Kittens! Cute old man and lady dogs! Jumping, playing, eating treats, peeing on fire-hydrants, scratching yarn covered posts and licking all the faces. The Boulder Humane Society is a place for joy to take hold and a place where love first starts. To quote the famous poet Bob Merrill, “How much is that doggie […]

You are a devout outdoorsman or outdoorswoman and nothing less than apocalyptic plague of locust would stop you from racing up mountains, rambling through rivers, or taking Zibeon, your falcon, out for a jaunt. A great place to start is   at the Hessie Trailhead, which leads into the Indian Peaks Wilderness, no matter your level of […]