Boulder, Colorado, is a city that is famous for its scenic beauty, outdoor activities, and diverse food scene. One of the best things about Boulder’s food scene is the plethora of excellent Italian restaurants that offer delicious pasta dishes. However, one place stands out from the rest – Pasta Jay’s, which is widely considered to […]

Boulder, Colorado is a beautiful city surrounded by stunning mountains and natural landscapes. Springtime in Boulder offers a plethora of outdoor activities and events that attract tourists and locals alike. Here are some of the favorite things to do in Boulder in the spring: Hiking: Spring is a great time to hit the hiking trails […]

The Irish have a long and rich history in Boulder, Colorado. They arrived in the area in the mid-19th century, drawn by the promise of gold and silver mining. Many of these early Irish immigrants worked as laborers, helping to build the railroads and highways that connected Boulder to the rest of the state. As […]

Irish food has a rich and varied history that reflects the country’s complex social and cultural landscape. Throughout the centuries, Irish cuisine has been influenced by the country’s changing political and economic conditions, as well as by its interactions with other cultures. The earliest Irish cuisine was based on simple staples like potatoes, dairy products, […]

Ah the Grand Canyon. One of America’s best and most beautiful features. And lucky us Boulderites, it is only a 10 hour drive from here! If you leave at 6 am, you’ll be there in time to find the perfect spot to watch the sunset on the canyon. That’s what I did anyways, a couple […]

The world’s shortest St. Patrick’s Day parade is a unique and quirky event that takes place every year in Boulder, Colorado. The parade, which spans just one block, is a local tradition that has been going on for over three decades. The history of the world’s shortest St. Patrick’s Day parade in Boulder dates back […]

Boulder, Colorado is widely recognized as one of the premier destinations for rock climbing in the world. There are several factors that contribute to its reputation as a top rock climbing spot, including its diverse and challenging rock formations, the abundance of climbing routes, and a strong and supportive climbing community. One of the main […]

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Recently, walking around Boulder and taking in the sites, I’ve noticed an ample amount of street art, most notably drawn/painted/stenciled by SMiLE, an anonymous Boulder artist. SMiLE’s repertoire ranges from portraits of Jack Kerouac and Brad Pitt, to a menagerie of animals, most especially cats. A little less than a year ago SMiLE had an […]

Photo credit: Sherrie Stille