Giving out candy for Halloween is an old tradition. But which candy will be the biggest hit with the youngsters? The practice can be traced to the ancient Celts, early Roman Catholics and 17th-century British politics. Trick-or-treating—setting off on Halloween night in costume and ringing doorbells to demand treats—has been a tradition in the United […]

Boulder’s Halloween Candy Alternatives Boulderites might be used to giving out candy on Halloween, but is that who we really are?? Boulder has MANY Halloween Candy Alternatives! I respectfully suggest that giving out 100% sugar treats, while well received by most kids, are not truly in tune with the health-oriented diet-conscious Boulder population. That thought […]

Nederland’s Carousel of Happiness Halloween! Western Boulder County, Nederland, is home to the Carousel of Happiness. And on Halloween, this most special carousel hosts Halloween costumes and merry-go-round riders from throughout the front range. The Carousel of Happiness is a Nederland hidden gem and a destination tourist attraction.  The fantastical hand-carved and hand-painted animals and […]

mm Boulder’s Arboreal Beauty: Fall Maple Especially for fall, here’s Joyce Kilmer‘s famous poem “Trees”: (As an aside, “Joyce” was a guy). I think that I shall never see A poem lovely as a tree. A tree whose hungry mouth is prest Against the earth’s sweet flowing breast; A tree that looks at God all […]

THC infused beverages offer several advantages for tourists who want to enjoy cannabis in a convenient, controlled way while on vacation. Here are a few key benefits: 1. Faster Onset Time: Unlike traditional edibles, which can take 30 minutes to two hours to kick in, THC-infused beverages often start working within 15–45 minutes. This allows […]

Here are suggestions for Boulder’s Seven Top Wedding Venues! 1. Lionsgate Event Center – This historic property in Lafayette offers the elegant Dove House and the larger Chandelier Barn for different styles of weddings. 2. The St. Julien Hotel & Spa – Located in downtown Boulder, this venue offers luxurious indoor and outdoor spaces with […]

The history of paisley is rich and spans multiple cultures and centuries.  Paisley persists from Persia to present. The design is known for its distinctive teardrop or curved, droplet-shaped motif and has evolved into a global symbol of style and art. Here’s a brief overview: Origins, Paisley Persists From Persia To Present! The paisley pattern […]

The Visit of Boulder’s Golden Ash Carpet Continues! No, I am  not yet tired of the golden glow of the ash tree as it greets the fall. While the red of maples and the gold of aspens is always an amazing treat, there is something about the golden ash leaves that fascinates me. Boulder’s Golden […]

Boulder’s Fall Gold Ash Tree Nature must have an affinity for the gold-blue combination of everything from the University of Colorado Buffs to Aspens and Ashes and the Colorado Sky. Boulder’s Fall Gold Ash Tree parades the color combination in all its glory! In the fall, ash leaves change color as part of a natural […]

Boulder Fall Ash Tree Gold Boulder Fall Ash Tree Gold returns! Very much like the Aspens turning gold in the fall, Ash trees can do the same thing in about the same color. The Gold-Blue Combination Is Mimicked By The Ash And The Aspen. This Is An Ash.  Our ash tree goes from green to […]