Eldorado Canyon State Park, located just a short drive from Boulder, Colorado, is a hidden gem of natural beauty. The park boasts stunning rock formations, challenging hiking trails, and a beautiful stream that runs through the heart of the canyon. One of the most striking features of Eldorado Canyon State Park is the South Boulder […]

Boulder’s Pearl Street Mall is renowned for its eclectic street performers. Musicians play guitars, violins, and more, filling the air with music. Human statues, dressed in elaborate costumes, come to life when coins drop into their collection. Jugglers, fire dancers, and magicians captivate crowds with their skills. Dancers showcase their moves, while chalk artists turn […]

The Boulder Pearl Street Mall is a pedestrian-only area in downtown Boulder, Colorado, known for its vibrant atmosphere, charming boutiques, street performers, and diverse dining options. It has become a cultural and commercial center of the city, attracting locals and tourists alike. The mall was established in 1977, after the city of Boulder bought four […]

Sugar is everywhere, almost impossible to avoid.  It’s in foods like bread, pasta sauce, salad dressing, and ketchup. It can be challenging to find sugar in your food because nutrition labels are not required to list all sugar.  In 2018, nutrition labels will be required to call out all added sugar but, in the meantime, […]

Joseph Wirth and I happened to run into two very recognizable faces, Trapper and the High Plains Roller. These two men were panning for gold which is one of the simplest ways to obtain this precious metal. Although it is easy to pan for the gold it yields a very small amount making it a […]

In this awe-inspiring photo, we witness a courageous Boulder climber taking on an incredible challenge as they scale the backside of the majestic Flatirons. The image captures the climber’s determination and unwavering focus as they navigate the rugged terrain, defying gravity and embracing the spirit of adventure. Confronted with the raw beauty of nature, the […]

In a recent study in Boulder, it was found that the city is leading the nation on gender equity. Currently, the national average for women’s wages are 84% of what men make. In Boulder the average is 88%. Boulder is obviously a special city, leading the nation in multiple avenues from preventative measures for climate […]

Graduation – A word that inflicts both fear and excitement on the students who have achieved it. I admit, the idea of graduation next year does scare me. Having two internships, I fear the 9-5 schedule that I know would weigh down on my soul. I don’t want to move away from Boulder, nor do […]

Hospitals around the country are using music therapy as a way to ease a patient’s pain, lower blood pressure, and reduce anxiety and depression, allowing patients to heal faster. Thirty-five percent of healthcare facilities in the US offer music, of some form, to their patients. An article in the journal, Pain Physician, indicates ​that music functions […]

“There was this job that I once applied for and during the interview they asked what do you want it to say on your gravestone? On NPR during The Writer’s Almanac with Garrison Keillor at the end he says “be well, do good work, and keep in touch. I want it to say on my gravestone, […]