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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, w…
Humans have always h…
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 this impulse. Weather, now as then, is both an enemy and ally. On one hand, it provides everything from the raw material for food—sunlight driving photosynthesis, wind the primary method of plants spreading their seeds—to …
Sometimes, writing about art and theater feels a lot like falling down the proverbial rabbit hole as I try to find the angle to write about wandering through a haunted-theater immersive experience, ge…
Sometimes, writing a…
Sometimes, writing about art and theater feels a lot like falling down the proverbial rabbit hole as I try to find the angle to write about wandering through a haunted-theater immersive experience, getting splashed in a Halloween horror show in the basement of a spaghetti emporium, sweating through a DIY D&D in a comic shop, savoring (har har!) Sweeney Todd’s enraged high notes, and trying to quiet my howling dog in a public house. I’ve found myself in some odd and awkward scenarios. To update the metaphor, writing this column is a lot like drunk-clicking through an endless algorithm o…
Jessie Hanson
January 8, 2020
Tony Harman
October 7, 2023
The National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) is a federally supported research and development center (FFRDC) in the United States that is run by the nonprofit University Corporation for Atmosp…
The National Center …
The National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) is a federally supported research and development center (FFRDC) in the United States that is run by the nonprofit University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) and funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). NCAR has a number of locations, including the Mesa Laboratory headquarters in Boulder, Colorado, which was built by I. M. Pei. Meteorology, climate science, atmospheric chemistry, solar-terrestrial interactions, and environmental and societal implications are among the topics studied. photo credit: Tony Harman
Tony Harman
October 1, 2023
In the picturesque landscapes of Boulder, Colorado, this epic photograph captures the awe-inspiring presence of the American bison. Against the backdrop of Boulder's stunning natural beauty, the bison…
In the picturesque l…
In the picturesque landscapes of Boulder, Colorado, this epic photograph captures the awe-inspiring presence of the American bison. Against the backdrop of Boulder's stunning natural beauty, the bison stands as a symbol of both the region's wild heritage and the enduring spirit of these magnificent creatures. Amidst the rolling hills and rocky terrain of Boulder, the American bison appears as a formidable figure, firmly rooted in its native environment. The contrast between the bison's imposing presence and the serene, rugged backdrop of Boulder's wilderness creates a visual spectacle that …
Tony Harman
September 27, 2023
It's always a great feeling when a sports team's fans come together in passionate support for their team. The excitement and energy that a community can generate is truly remarkable. This is certainly…
It's always a great …
It's always a great feeling when a sports team's fans come together in passionate support for their team. The excitement and energy that a community can generate is truly remarkable. This is certainly the case in Boulder, where the Buffaloes have a dedicated following of fans who are the best in the country.
Tony Harman
September 14, 2023
Tony Harman
July 27, 2023
Colorado is home to a diverse array of butterflies, boasting approximately 80 different species within its borders. Among the notable and abundant species found in the state are the black swallowtail,…
Colorado is home to …
Colorado is home to a diverse array of butterflies, boasting approximately 80 different species within its borders. Among the notable and abundant species found in the state are the black swallowtail, two-tailed swallowtail, and western swallowtail. The majestic monarch butterfly, renowned for its remarkable annual migration, also graces Colorado's landscapes. Another common sight is the mourning cloak, with its distinctive dark wings edged in yellow. The variegated fritillary, Weidemeyer's admiral, painted lady, and checkered skipper are also prevalent species in Colorado's butterfly populati…
Tony Harman
June 21, 2023
Photo Credit: Tony Harman There's something intensely satisfying about speeding down a snowy hill on a piece of oversized plastic. You call up your friends, scavenge some sleds from the garage, e…
Photo Credit: Tony H…
Photo Credit: Tony Harman There's something intensely satisfying about speeding down a snowy hill on a piece of oversized plastic. You call up your friends, scavenge some sleds from the garage, encase yourself in snow clothes, and embark on your journey towards an incredible sledding hill. Sometimes, however, it's hard to find the right sledding hill. Much like Goldilocks in The Story of Three Bears, certain sledding hills are too short. Or maybe they're not steep enough.
Tony Harman
February 10, 2023
Tony Harman
September 27, 2022
Tony Harman
September 14, 2022
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