There are certain places in Boulder that feel almost secret in the winter—places that locals quietly return to when the crowds thin out and the season slows everything down. Wonderland Lake is one of those places. Tucked into North Boulder beneath the foothills, this short, scenic loop transforms into something special once winter arrives, offering […]

“Do not wait until the conditions are perfect to begin. Beginning makes the conditions perfect.” — Alan Cohen The start of a new year often brings pressure to have everything figured out. Plans, goals, timing, clarity. This quote is a quiet reminder that progress rarely begins with perfection. It begins with movement. Alan Cohen’s words […]

In Boulder, food has always reflected more than taste. It reflects lifestyle, values, and the rhythm of daily life. In 2026, Boulder’s food scene is not defined by loud trends or social-media moments. Instead, it has quietly shifted toward something more grounded, practical, and intentional. What people are eating now tells a clear story. Boulder […]

As the calendar turns, Boulder doesn’t rush forward. It doesn’t shout resolutions or chase reinvention. Instead, the city pauses — takes a breath — and settles into its natural rhythm. That rhythm defines Boulder in 2026. Rather than focusing on becoming something new, the year ahead feels rooted in strengthening what already works. Less pressure. […]

“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.” — Henry David Thoreau January 2 arrives without the noise. The fireworks are over. The bold declarations of New Year’s Eve have settled. What remains is a quieter moment — one that feels more honest. Less about promises. More about direction. […]

New Year, New Boulder You Every January, the same promises resurface: get fit, slow down, be happier, do better. And every February, many of those resolutions quietly fade. But Boulder is different. Here, resolutions don’t need to be extreme or dramatic. They work best when they’re woven into daily life — shaped by trails, open […]

  “Nothing is softer or more flexible than water, yet nothing can resist it.” — Lao Tzu Boulder Creek is one of the quiet constants in this town. It doesn’t announce itself. It doesn’t demand attention. It simply flows—day after day, season after season—shaping the landscape and the rhythm of life around it. That’s why […]

“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” — Albert Einstein Boulder has always been a place where nature is more than a backdrop—it’s a teacher. From the Flatirons rising at sunrise to quiet trails that wind through foothills and forests, nature here has a way of slowing people down and helping […]

Motivational Monday Before Christmas: You Made It This Far This Monday arrives just before Christmas, a moment on the calendar that often carries more weight than we expect. The year is winding down, expectations feel higher, and many people are quietly carrying more than they let on. If you are feeling tired, reflective, emotional, or […]

Some people represent Boulder not by a single title or role, but by how they live, think, and move through the world. Dr. Brenna Bray is one of those people. Captured while summiting Bear Peak and traversing the Boulder Skyline out-and-back, Dr. Bray stands high above the city she contributes to, with the Front Range […]