St. Patrick’s Day is a time for celebration, camaraderie, and raising a pint—but in Colorado, the holiday has deeper roots than just parades and green beer. The Irish played a vital role in shaping Colorado’s history, from its early mining days to its thriving communities today. While Boulder and Denver now host some of the […]

Colorado’s latest winter storm has brought heavy snowfall and frigid temperatures, creating both challenges and opportunities across the state. While ski resorts celebrate fresh powder, residents are dealing with hazardous roads, freezing pipes, and record-low temperatures. Snowfall: A Mixed Blessing The recent storm system has blanketed many parts of Colorado with several inches to over […]

Urban wildlife is a treat in the yard! These raccoons are REALLY cute! Boulder Racoon Love! Remember When It Was Warm? We counted 3 kits, with only two at a time being visible. That challenged our count of “three.”  Then we saw three at once and were sure. Until we saw four. At once. THEN […]

Boulder Battles Bacteria! Even in our Boulder Valley we must pay attention to food safety. On so many holidays, Boulder Eats, Stores, and Repeats: Safe Thanksgiving Meals! are an essential part of a successful holiday meal. A classic holiday dinner includes a number of sources of food borne gastric challenges. The dinner can range from […]

Is the Patterson Inn, located at 420 E 11th Ave., Denver, Colorado, really inhabited by spirits? Here’s an end to that suspense. Haunted Patterson Hotel! It’s The Real Thing!!! Colorado’s Second-Most Haunted Hotel! I have spent three nights as a guest of the Patterson Inn. I had paranormal experiences in two of the rooms; The […]

Boulder in the Digital Age: Protecting Yourself Online!!! In Boulder today, protecting yourself online is more important than locking your front door. With the rise of scams, phishing attempts, and increasingly sophisticated cyber-attacks, it’s crucial to stay informed about safe computer behavior. While many of us assume that the latest tech or a trusted brand […]

I’ve been hearing about and reading about Kratom for a while now. But what is it? What does it do? Is it a good, legal, medical or recreational substance or another human mass experiment into the unknown? As to legal, that’s easy. It varies all over the place so local and state investigation is essential. […]

News From The Heavens! Saturn Surpasses the Sun As An Interesting Sky Spectacle!!! Saturn rarely is tilted so that we have the best view of its mind-blowing rings. Although always spectacular, and always visible, they are currently tilted to show off their wonder at the maximum. This weekend offers the ultimate view of the rings, […]

Boulder’s near neighbor, the Denver Zoo, is always a treat. Today the fun was happening between a pair of Northern Ground Horn Bills. These two really liked each other! They are also known as Abyssinian ground horn bills. Listen, Do You Want To Know A Secret? Do You Promise Not To Tell…     Lenny […]

Smokey The Bear   reminds us that “ONLY YOU CAN PREVENT WILD FIRES!” THE HISTORY OF SMOKEY THE BEAR Smokey the Bear, an enduring symbol of wildfire prevention, has a rich history dating back to World War II. In the early 1940s, as the United States faced the threat of wartime fires, the Forest Service […]