Boulder celebrates Independence Day, commonly known as the 4th of July. It is a significant day in the history of the United States. It is a day of patriotic celebration, marked by fireworks, parades, and various other festivities. But why do we celebrate the 4th of July? What are the reasons behind this grand commemoration? […]

“To blog or Not To Blog.” How many of us can say the next line? I’m thinking most of us. How many? That is the question. Seriously, I cannot get that serious talking about William Shakespeare. Tonight’s Tale, campers, is about a Professor, a Madman, William Shakespeare and the English Language. And Mel Gibson. The […]

    As one traverses the scenic landscapes of Boulder, Colorado, the term ‘Baseline’ frequently emerges in conversations and local lore. This seemingly unassuming name holds a deep historical and geographical significance that reflects the unique character of this vibrant city. Let’s delve into the captivating history and meaning behind the name ‘Baseline’ in Boulder, […]

I know, I have Mork and Mindy on the brain. Guilty. The reality is that the show touched so many of us viscerally. Part of that magic comes from Robin Williams and Pam Dawber doing a sitcom on Pine Street, a block around the corner! Home For Mindy on Pine St. in Boulder “Mork & […]

When the days get cold, it’s hard not to turn your attention to the weather. And when it comes to fall and winter that means snow. Come on: more than a few of us live in Colorado for that very reason. Where there’s snow, of course, there’s skiing, snowboarding, and a host of other activities. […]

There are a lot of stereotypes about Boulder. It’s a college town with a reputation for partying. It’s home to a Buddhist-based university, Naropa, started in part by Allen Ginsberg. Its people are some of the healthiest, in one of the healthiest states in the country. And, of course, there’s the “granola crunch” factor, encapsulating […]

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 […]

Colorado’s reputation as a confluence of health and recreation is well established. We’re known for our ski resorts, biking, and every athletic activity in-between. Anyone can challenge or simply enjoy themselves throughout the mountains, Western Slope, and Front Range. The history of this is long, to say the least. But perhaps the most important chapter, […]

Boulder is a city and county of many parts. Anyone who lives or visits here can’t help noticing. Within an hour’s drive of downtown you can find everything from hamlets nestled into pine-covered foothills to municipalities threading cottonwood traces, from the pristine vistas of Rocky Mountain National Park to the anchor of the Great Plains […]

People eating people is messy business. No surprise there. The Walking Dead, for example, paints a serious portrait of life in a world overrun by flesh hungry citizens—from the psychology of survival, to logistics of remaining ahead of a horde. Boulder and CU-Boulder take a different approach. We’re not talking zombies, of course, but something […]