Boulder, Colorado, offers some of the most breathtaking sunsets in the country, thanks to its distinctive geographical setting and atmospheric conditions. Positioned against the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Boulder creates a natural amphitheater where the setting sun washes the sky in dramatic color. The contrast of mountain silhouettes with bold streaks of orange, pink, […]

Turkey is one of those remarkable Boulder foods that plays well with almost anything you pour into a glass. That’s why Thanksgiving wine talk is so much fun. There is no wrong answer. Whether you lean red, white, rosé, or feel like sabering a bottle of Champagne just for the drama of it, turkey shrugs, […]

Look Outside! It Snowed! It Snowed Concrete! One of the marvels of Boulder and the universe is the movement of the planets. As the earth circles the sun once a year, that thing we call “winter” returns once a year. With is, it snows in Boulder. Sometimes it snows a LOT in Boulder, especially during […]

Alice’s Restaurant Just in Time for THANKSGIVING! One good turkey deserves another. As it has for so many years, Newport, Rhode Island hosted the Newport Folk Festival. Famous for presenting days of the best of the best in folk music extant, it played host to a long list of Boulder musicians over decades. International Fame […]

Boulder’s neighbor zoo includes the  two Abyssinian ground hornbills (Bucorvus abyssinicus). Here, on is grooming as the other is foraging or perhaps just enjoying the grooming. These large, terrestrial birds are native to north-central Africa.  They are among the largest hornbill species, known for their massive curved bills topped with a bony prominence called a casque.  […]

Halloween generosity takes many forms, and this year I found myself thinking about what we actually give away when we hand out candy—or something else entirely. In my Lafayette neighborhood, the streets glowed orange with porch lights, candy, and jack-o’-lanterns, each one an unspoken invitation: trick-or-treaters welcome here. I sat by the door with a […]

Rising With the Sun Mondays often come with a heavy sigh. But in Boulder, Colorado, the start of the week feels different. Here, the Flatirons catch the first glow of sunlight and remind us that every Monday is a fresh climb, a chance to reset, and a call to live with purpose. Early risers gather […]

Why Boulder is a Dog’s Dream Playground—Just Ask Gigi Meet Gigi, today’s Boulder’s Dog of the Day—a Boulder-born trailblazer with four paws, endless energy, and a tail that never stops wagging. From sunrise to sunset, Gigi is out exploring the heart of Boulder’s wild side, living proof that this Colorado town might just be the […]

From Paddleboards to Picnics: Boulder Reservoir Has It All Whether you’re looking to dive into adventure or just dip your toes into relaxation, Boulder Reservoir has you covered. Just a short drive north of downtown Boulder, this 700-acre multipurpose playground is more than just a body of water—it’s one of Boulder’s most beloved spots for […]

Coors Field Hosts 4th of July Baseball and Fireworks! Good morning, Denver! Last night at Coors Field was a slice of pure Americana—baseball, fireworks, and a crowd buzzing with joy. Even with the Rockies dropping a close one to the White Sox, 3-2, the energy was electric, and the memories? Unforgettable. A Baseball Game That […]