As forest fires become more frequent and severe, the need for effective air purification systems has never been greater. HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) purifiers have emerged as the top choice for filtering out the dangerous smoke and particles that accompany these blazes. In this article, we will explore why HEPA air purifiers are the […]

Smokey The Bear   reminds us that “ONLY YOU CAN PREVENT WILD FIRES!” THE HISTORY OF SMOKEY THE BEAR Smokey the Bear, an enduring symbol of wildfire prevention, has a rich history dating back to World War II. In the early 1940s, as the United States faced the threat of wartime fires, the Forest Service […]

  In recent days, weeks, and years, the issue of air pollution and its detrimental effects on health has become a growing concern. With events like wildfires causing smokey air to spread across regions, finding ways to cope with the resulting poor air quality has become crucial. While traditional methods like air purifiers and masks […]

In the mists of the multiple Boulder deadly fires, there has been a baby boom in the back yard!  While the raccoon family grows daily in size and weight, a tiny rabbit scampers around, along with his also tiny buddies, seemingly everywhere.   An American Finch admires me pondering the statue of Buddha. A rufus-sided […]

What do I have in common with Vermeer? NOT MUCH! One of the few things we share is a preference for using colors “directly from the tube.” His paintings suggest that he preferred using colors as they were made, applying them to canvas without a great deal of blending. While I am hesitant to call […]

The displays of talent went on for blocks and blocks! Next year I will plan on more than one visit. The show runs for three days. Krysteen Waszak has an impressionist style that is riveting. The saturated colors, great composition, and powerful presentation of the subjects had me staring at the paintings in admiration and […]

Rodney Linder and Judi Linder create whimsical animal sculptures that will bring smiles to any face! They also merited an Honorable Mention at this year’s Art Fest. Well done! These colorful creations speak for themselves! The variety and artistic merit of creations exhibited this year are truly impressive and are also great fun. Fish swimming […]

Crazy wood grain creations by Mark Kessler were happily on display at the Boulder Art Fair. His use of hardwoods is truly astonishing! He creates these masterpieces using only the natural colors of the wood. Zebra Wood, canary wood, and more are used for their magnificent grain and color. The precision of his work will […]

Boulder’s Chief Niwot, (Left Hand in english), was a prominent leader of the Southern Arapaho tribe in the mid-19th century and played a significant role in the history and culture of the Boulder Valley. His impact on the region is multifaceted, encompassing historical, cultural, and environmental aspects. HISTORICAL IMPACT Chief Niwot is remembered for his […]

Chief Niwot, Left Hand, is certainly the most famous of our Native American Boulderites. Niwot is known as a peacemaker and as a truly great chief of the Arapaho. Lives lived large spawn legends. Left Hand has birthed several. THERE ARE NO ACTUAL IMAGES OF CHIEF NIWOT KNOWN TO EXIST. TRUE! The closest we may […]